Fall & Winter Activity Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Fido Fields/Nelson Park Dog Park 3 Bob Brilley, II President Special Events 4 Chris Harrison Vice-President Overlook Adventure Park 5 Chris Riley Commissioner Stacey Young Commissioner Mini Golf, Batting Cages Jack Kenny Commissioner & Ropes Course Foundation 6 - 7 DISC 8 - 10 STAFF Bill Clevenger Executive Director Passes & Fees/Fitness Center Jill Applebee Foundation Director Fitness Classes Kevin Brewer Food/Beverage Manager Rock Climbing Rodney Buhr Chief Financial Officer Basketball/Volleyball/Pickleball 10 - 11 Mandy Childress Freedom of Information Officer Youth Activities 12 - 15 Ed Culp Chief of Park Police Tumbling Classes Jamie Davis DISC Manager Cheer Camp Ken Frye Scovill Zoo Director Winter Break Day Camp Lisa Gillen Marketing Director Preschool Activities Jamie Gower Recreation & Facilities Director Super Saturday Recess Kristi Orrick Human Resources Manager Ryan Raleigh Operations Director Park District Parties 13 Kurt Rogers Golf Manager Running/Staley Striders 15 Tim Wright Decatur Airport Director Baseball & Softball 16 Lacrosse 17 OUR CODE Golf 18 - 19 The Decatur Park District does not discriminate Indoor Golf Center against individuals in admission to, or treatment of, Junior Golf Classes or employment in programs or activities in compliance FootGolf with the Illinois Human Rights Act, Section 504 of Soccer 20 - 21 the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and the U.S. Constitution. The Park District receives Federal MidState Soccer Club funds from the National Park Service. Regulations Youth Indoor Soccer of the U.S. Dept. of the Interior strictly prohibit Leagues unlawful discrimination in departmental Federally Scovill Zoo 22 - 23 Assisted Programs on the basis of race, color, national Arts 24 - 27 origin, age or handicap. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, Seniors 28 activity, or facility operated by the Decatur Park Special Recreation 28 District may contact the District’s Equal Opportunity Meeting & Banquet Facilities 29 Officer (217/422-5911) and the U.S. Department of Decatur Airport 30 the Interior at: Director, Equal Opportunity Program, Registration Form 31 U.S. Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127. Partners for Parks Adopt a park! Businesses, schools, churches and individuals are invited to help keep our community parks beautiful by participating in the Park District’s Partners for Parks program. Please call 422-5911 to volunteer. General Information/DogGeneral Information Parks 3
Greater Decatur Chamber Metro Money AT YOUR SERVICE Support the local business community by using Metro Administration Office 422-5911 Money! Gift certificates come in $5 and Administration 2nd Line 421-7420 $20 denominations, never expire, and Airport Office 428-2423 can be used like cash at over 40 loca- Cancellation Hotline 427-3488 tions, including the Decatur Park DISC 429-3472 District! We are excited to partner Fairview Tennis Complex 421-7432 with the Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce in this important program. Use your Metro Foundation 422-5911 Money at the Park District Admin Office, DISC, golf Hickory Point Golf Course 421-7444 courses, Overlook Adventure Park, and Scovill Zoo. Hickory Point Banquet Facility 421-6657 Johns Hill Center 429-7750 Overlook Adventure Park 422-2316 We Care about Your Safety Park Watch 424-1311 As a PDRMA-accredited agency, the Decatur Park Poage Arts & Recreation Center 421-6648 District strives to ensure that playground equipment, Red Panda Catering 421-6658 park grounds, and facilities remain in excellent Red Tail Run Golf Course 422-2211 condition. Please help us in this effort! Follow posted Schaub Floral Display Center 421-7550 safety rules, and note age designations for appropriate Scovill Zoo 421-7435 use of playground equipment. Please call 422-5911 to report any concerns. Fido Fields & Nelson Park Dog Parks Hours: Sunrise - 10 p.m. year-round Exercise and socialize your favorite canine at Fido Fields and Nelson Park Dog Parks! Fee is $37 for the first dog and $15 for each additional dog (max 5). Registration The Decatur Park District is a proud supporter of forms for annual dog park memberships may be found Limitless Decatur & Macon County, a community at the DISC or decatur-parks.org. Complete the form marketing and branding effort that inspires change, and submit with your proof of veterinarian certification shifts perceptions, and fosters growth by highlighting the of rabies, Bordetella, distemper and parvo vaccinations, positive aspects of living, working and doing business and proof of spay/neuter. in our area. Park Watch Park Watch helps prevent crimes in Decatur Park District parks, properties and facilities. Cash rewards of up to $1,000 are offered for information leading to the arrest of individuals responsible for these crimes. 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 4 Special Events
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
August 26 Zoo-rific Evening at Scovill Zoo Lace up, dress, up, and join us for a 1-mile Tot Trot, 5K September 9 Fido Scurry, Fairview Park or 10K on the runway at Decatur Airport! Prizes in all age divisions for runners, and awards for best costume. September 10 Grandparents’ Day Register by October 9 to guarantee a shirt. Scovill Zoo Date: Saturday, October 21 Time: Tot Trot - 6:30 p.m. / 5K & 10K races - 7 p.m. September 17 Shoreline Classic Road Race Location: Gaitros Aviation Hangar, Decatur Airport Nelson Park Fee: Tot Trot - $16 by Oct. 20 ($21 on race day) 5K, 10K - $26 by Oct. 20 ($31 on race day) Oct. 13 - 15, Boo at the Zoo Register at ACTIVE.com, visit the DISC, or call 429-3472. 20 - 22 & 26 - 29 Scovill Zoo Parents’ Night Out at the DISC October 21 Scareport Run, Decatur Airport Take some time for yourself while your kids have a blast November 18 Turkey Trot, Fairview Park at the DISC! They’ll play games, climb the rock wall, slide and jump on the inflatables, zip around on scooters, eat December 1 & 2 Plant Sale pizza, and more! Must pre-register at 429-3472. Schaub Floral Display Center Code Age Day Date Time 415000-02 5 - 12 F Dec. 15 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. December 9 Pajama Party with Santa Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Scovill Zoo Fee: $20 ($15 w resident discount); $10 for each additional child December 10 Santa Shuffle at the DISC
January 12 - 14 Greater Decatur Chorale Father/Daughter Dance Dinner & Concert This is the perfect special occasion for young ladies aged 5 – 12 and their dads. Limited seating. Call 422-5911 January 27 Father/Daughter Dance for reservations. Deadline: January 24 unless sold out. Hickory Point Banquet Facility Date: Saturday, January 27 Time: Dinner, 5 - 6 p.m. March 16 - 18 Perform! Seussical Dancing, 6 - 9 p.m. Decatur Civic Center Theater Location: Hickory Point Banquet Facility Fee: $30 per couple (add $10 for each additional sibling) March 31 FOZ Breakfast with the Easter Deadline: Wednesday, January 24 Bunny & Critter Egg Hunt Scovill Zoo Mommy/Son Play Night Boys aged 5 - 12 and their moms will enjoy a night of April 7 Opening Day: Scovill Zoo, active play, music, a bounce house, rock wall climbing, a Overlook Adventure Park photo booth, pizza, prizes and giveaways. Call 429-3472 to register! May 11 & 12 Dance Recital Code Age Day Date Time Decatur Civic Center Theater 461400-05 5 - 12 F March 9 6 - 9 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $25 per couple (add $10 for each additional sibling) Overlook Adventure Park 5
Ropes Course Unique to Central Illinois, the Overlook Adventure ropes course puts climbers 25 feet above the ground, making their way around 33 challenges, including a tightrope, rickety bridges, balance beams, and zip line! A tots course is also available for the little ones. Where you can climb, putt and swing for the fences! Rates Fall Hours 30 Minutes 1 Hour August 21 - September 3* Tots Course $4.00 Tots Course $7.00 Monday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. Ages 4 - 12 $6.00 Ages 4 - 12 $10.00 Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Ages 13+ $7.00 Ages 13+ $11.00 Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m. Batting Cages *Labor Day hours are 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Batting cages feature 4 bays with varying speeds for baseball and softball. Great for individuals and teams! September 5 - October 29 Mon - Weds: Closed Rates Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. 1 Token 15 Pitches $1.50 Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. 5 Tokens 75 Pitches $6.00 Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. 10 Tokens 150 Pitches $10.00 Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m. 25 Tokens 375 Pitches $23.00
Mini Golf 15 Minutes $10.00 30 Minutes $18.00 Scovill Zoo’s animals have escaped to the lake at this zany 60 Minutes $32.00 36-hole course (18 accessible holes). Rates 3 and under Free 217/422-2316 w Overlookadventure.com w Facebook! Children (4 - 12) $5.75 Adult (13+) $6.75 Overlook Adventure Passes Senior (65+) $6.25 Combine your fun with an Adventure Pass! Second Game $4.50 Mini Golf + Batting Cages GSI Party Bin Party $40 for GSI party bin + 18 holes of mini golf + 5 batting tokens 10 player min. at $5/round Ages 4 - 12: $10 Ages 13 & Older: $11 Group Outing 20 player min. at $5/round Mini Golf + Ropes Course Weekly Specials 18 holes of mini golf + 30 minutes on ropes course Thursdays Two golfers for the price of 1 adult Ages 4 - 12: $10 Ages 13 & Older: $11 Sundays Family Special - 4 golfers for $20 (children must be under age 12) Ropes Course + Batting Cages 30 minutes on ropes course + 5 batting tokens Loyalty Card Ages 4 - 12: $10 Ages 13 & Older: $11 Golf 12 rounds and the 13th round is free! Pick up your Mini Golf + Batting Cages + Ropes Course Loyalty Card at the Overlook Adventure Park mini golf 18 holes of mini golf + 5 tokens + 30 min on ropes course counter. Ages 4 - 12: $14 Ages 13 & Older: $15 6 Foundation
Foundation Directors Jim Schwarz, President Dr. William Van Alstine, Vice President Mindy Chadwick, Secretary By encouraging the financial support of businesses and Rod Schanefelt, Treasurer individuals, the Decatur Parks Foundation supports the Chris Riley, Park Board Liaison Decatur Park District’s facilities and park & recreation Stacey Young, Park Board Liaison programs, which spur economic development, nurture Erv Arends our citizens’ health and well-being, and enhance our Natalie Beck community’s quality of life. Brandy Brown Brian Byers Scovill Sculpture Park - What’s Next? Cindy Deadrick-Wolfer The arts make valuable and unique contributions to Tom Hostetler our community’s quality of life. Thanks to a gift from Kara Demirjian-Huss the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, Scovill Sculpture Dr. Stephen Huss Park was unveiled last summer. In 2018, with your help, Kara Johnston 10 of the twelve sculptures will be replaced with new Chuck Kuhle pieces. Please consider Judy Locke sponsorship of the 2018 Kitty McCarthy collection! For $5,000, James Neff your family or business Bruce Nims name and logo will be Michelle Reynolds placed on a plaque next to your sculpture for 3 years. You will also MidState Soccer Vision 2020 be recognized in the MidState Soccer Club serves over 1,000 youth, aged pre-K Sculpture Park brochure, to high school, with camps, a non-travel Academy, and on the website, and on competitive club leagues. A capital campaign is under way the NowDecatur app. Most importantly, your piece will to provide the best be seen by approximately 165,000 visitors to Scovill Zoo possible facilities and the Children’s Museum of Illinois! Thank you for and fields, improve your support of public art in our community. Call Jill the experience of at 422-5911 for details. MidState players and families, and Schaub Floral Display Center contribute to the Sportsman’s Park w 421-7550 exponential growth of youth soccer in our community. Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Daily Plans include improved parking, additional lighting, a Seasonal displays, plant sales, and a beautiful memorial permanent restroom/concession building, and a turf garden are just a few highlights of the Schaub Floral field at the Decatur Soccer Complex. Our goal is to have Display Center in Sportsman’s Park, made possible many of these enhancements in place by 2020! Please through grants and gifts to the Parks Foundation from support MidState Soccer Club in these important efforts! the Lindsay-Schaub newspapers, Robert D. Schaub, and Contact Jill at 422-5911 for sponsorship information. the Alesia and Howard Schaub family. Foundation 7
Buffett Photography Exhibit Zoo-rific Evening in Las Vegas Thanks to a gift from the Howard G. Buffett The 2017 Zoo-rific Evening in Las Vegas would not Foundation, Scovill Zoo now boasts a breathtaking have been possible without the time and dedication of exhibit of animal photographs captured by Howard the planning committee and the Buffett during his visits to Africa, Asia, North America, generosity of the following and South America. Recipient of multiple international sponsors and restaurants! humanitarian and conservation awards, Mr. Buffett All proceeds from this provides a rare glimpse of animals in the wild. The unique, adults-only event framed photos are in a permanent gallery in the zoo’s will fund improvements at education center. Scovill Zoo. Trees for Tomorrow Committee In 2018, a partnership between CN EcoConnexions Jill Applebee, Cheryl Bradley, Page Bristol, Brandy From the Ground UP, the Decatur Parks Foundation, Brown (Chair), Kate Brucker, Ken Frye, Lisa Gillen, Sofia and Decatur Park District will beautify our community’s Gram, Ben Rapson, Michelle Reynolds, Dave Webster, parks. Thanks to CN’s $25,000 investment in the and Kathy Winter. Foundation’s Trees for Tomorrow program, 240 new Sponsors trees will soon be planted in parks across Decatur. Air Choice One, Dee & Larry Altenbaumer, Sally & Mick Andreas, Linda & Erv Arends Foundation, Nature Pavers at Scovill Zoo! Joan & Duane Avis, Brechnitz Group of Raymond Declare your love for Scovill Zoo by purchasing a James, Brandy & David Brown, First Mid nature paver! The new plaza will welcome visitors to Illinois Bank & Trust, Beth & Dr. Alan Frigy, the zoo, Project Playground, and the Sculpture Park, Geo. A. Mueller Beer Co., Neuhoff Media, Karen & a highly visible location to recognize loved ones or Chris Riley, Suzanne & Jim Schwarz, Nilda & Dr. Bill commemorate a special occasion. Purchase your paver Van Alstine, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, and Kathy & at Behindeveryexperience.com or call 422-5911. Bob Wieseman. Youth Scholarship Program Restaurant Sponsors The Foundation’s Youth Scholarship Program makes Beach House, Bizou, Country Club of Decatur, Gin funds available for those in need. Eligibility is based Mill, Il Forno, Red Panda Catering, RCC Bistro Five upon family size and income, and scholarships are Thirty-Seven & Taproot. awarded to youth under the age of 18 without regard Zoo-rific Evening is proud winner of the 2014 IPRA to race, color, religion, age, disability or national origin. “Outstanding Event” Award. For an application, please call 422-5911.
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Donations may be mailed to: Decatur Parks Foundation w 620 E. Riverside Ave. w Decatur, IL w 62521 8 DISCFitness/DISC
Decatur Indoor Sports Center In partnership with Millikin University
FULL FACILITY PASS at Millikin University A full facility pass includes use of the fitness center, track 1295 W. Wood & courts during unscheduled times, rock climbing wall, and discounts for the golf center, batting cage, fitness 429-DISC classes, and more!
ANNUAL MONTHLY* Features Individual adult $423.00 $36.75 Family** $570.00 $49.00 • Fitness Center Youth (grade 9-12) $171.00 $15.75 • Indoor Soccer Field Senior (65+) $297.00 $26.25 • Four-lane 200 Meter Track Senior couple $435.00 $37.75 • Basketball/Volleyball Courts Ind. 3 month pass $126.00 $43.50 • Rock Climbing Wall * Fees are based upon a 12-month contract. Fees may be paid • Indoor Golf Center with Golf Simulators, Putting, in one payment or as monthly bank draft. Hitting, and Bunker areas ** A family is designated as up to 2 adults and 4 children, • Locker Room & Shower Facilities under the age of 21, living at the same address. • Conference/Party Room, Lounge Area, and Vending • Dance and Group Fitness Studios DAILY RATES SAVE 20% • Batting and Throwing Cages Individual adult $10.50 on a full-facility annual • Playroom Youth (grade 9-12) $7.50 pass when exercising • Coming Soon! Indoor runs, member nights, and more! Senior (65+) $7.50 between 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. SilverSneakers The DISC is a proud partner in the award-winning TRACK & COURT PASSES Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness program! Many health This pass includes use of the DISC’s track and courts plans around the country offer SilverSneakers. Are you during unscheduled times. eligible? We can check! Join us, and unlock the doors to Track & Court Annual Pass greater independence and a healthier life. Adult $115.00 Family** $210.00 Playroom at the DISC Youth (under 18) $67.00 Trust your kids with us while you work out at the Senior (65+) $93.00 DISC! Children aged 6 months - 11 years will enjoy ** A family is designated as up to 2 adults and 4 children supervised games, toys, and activities. The playroom under the age of 21, living at the same address. is conveniently located on the mezzanine. Track & Court Daily Rates Days/Time: Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 11 a.m. Adult $7.00 Monday - Thursday, 4 - 7 p.m. Youth (12-17) $5.00 Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Youth (under 12) $3.75 Fee: $1 for full-facility family pass holders Senior (65+) $5.75 $2 for all other members and guests Senior Walking Pass $3.25 before 3:00 p.m. Fitness/DISCDISC 9
Prepare to be “TransFormed!” Group Fitness at the DISC! Led by nationally-certified personal trainer and registered Be on the lookout for new classes, including Family nurse, Sonja Eades, the 6-week TransForm program will Group Fitness, TRX, Total Body Barbell, Spin, and teach you about total wellness and how to get fit for life! more! Check the schedule on the DISC web page TransForm includes eighteen 1-hour sessions, nutrition (decaturindoorsportscenter.com). and supplement education, stress management, and a community support system. This is the best investment Body Sculpting you’ll make in your health. Call 429-3472 for details! This popular class is a safe and effective way to gain muscle mass, increase bone strength, improve balance “Test Drive” a Saturday Fitness Class! and coordination, and gain more energy and stamina. Saturdays, November - February, 9 - 9:45 a.m. You’ll use dumbbells and kettlebells to sculpt and tone. Thinking about taking a fitness class but not sure you’ll like it? “Test Drive” the DISC’s fitness classes every Boot Camp Saturday morning! A different class will be offered each Get in shape fast! At Boot Camp, you’ll improve Saturday, and the fee is just $2! This is the perfect chance endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and muscle strength to experience the variety of classes the DISC offers and through a variety of exercises, including circuit training, find the perfect fit for you! body sculpting and interval training. Come prepared to Drop In for a Day! work hard! With the DISC’s convenient daily rates, you can stop in for a quick workout or run on the track...any day you Buns and Guns like! Is weather hampering your efforts to exercise? Are Lift, shape, and define your muscles! This is a high- guests in town for a visit? No membership? No problem! intensity, low-impact, arm and glut-focused workout. Full-facility daily includes use of the fitness center, track This class is for all levels at a convenient mid-day time. & courts during unscheduled times, and rock wall. See rates at left. Cardio Blast Start your day with a blast of high-intensity interval DISC Fitness Center training! If you’re looking to improve your cardio Want to run, row, or bike? Use free weights, climbers endurance, muscle and core strength, and overall athletic and cross trainers? Find all of your favorite pieces of abilities, this blast is for you! equipment for an amazing workout at the DISC! • Strive & Matrix Strength Equipment Fitness Infusion • ADA Accessible Equipment This low-impact mix of stretching, core strengthening, • Hammer Strength Half Racks and balance will increase your flexibility, strengthen your • Free Motion Smith Machine core, and prevent fitness-related injuries. • Olympic Benches & Free Weights • Kettlebells PiYo • Concept2 Rowers This fun, challenging new class fuses pilates and yoga! • Free Motion Incline Trainers (2 New Machines!) You’ll burn calories, tone muscles, and work on balance. • Life Fitness Bikes and Treadmills • Precor Elliptical, Climber, and AMT • Star Trac Treadmills, Elite Cross Trainer & Bikes Pure Yoga • TRUE Treadmills & Ellipticals 70 minutes of pure yoga. Step into this class to put your • iPod Integrated Treadmills & Bikes, Cardio Theater mind, body, & soul at ease while improving your overall • Hoist Weight Machines physical and mental health. You’ll love it! • Lateral Octane X 10 DISC Rock Climbing/Basketball
ROCK CLIMBING Little Hoopsters Experience the thrill of rock climbing at the DISC! A Directed by Coach Lori Kerans and the MU Women’s great team-building activity for families, co-workers, and Basketball Team, Little Hoopsters teaches teamwork, school groups. Certified belayers may climb during open dribbling, passing and shooting in a non-competitive, climbing hours. All rock climbing classes are scheduled supportive environment. by appointment (429-3472). For a list of dates/times for Code Age Day Date Time Adults Rock, Kids/Teens Rock, and Families Rock, email 431031-56 3 - 4 W Sept. 6 - Oct. 4 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. [email protected]. 431031-57 5 - 6 W Sept. 6 - Oct. 4 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Open Climbing Hours 431031-58 7 - 8 W Sept. 6 - Oct. 4 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 431031-59 9 - 12 W Sept. 6 - Oct. 4 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Monday - Friday 5 - 9 p.m. 431031-60 3 - 4 W March 28 - May 2 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 431031-61 5 - 6 W March 28 - May 2 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Sunday Noon - 5 p.m. 431031-62 7 - 8 W March 28 - May 2 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Daily Fee $6.75 431031-63 9 - 12 W March 28 - May 2 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 1-hour Rental $87 Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $54 ($45 with resident discount) Adults Rock! This exciting 2-hour class for beginning climbers Little Blue Basketball Camp includes top-roping, one of the safest forms Directed by Coach Mark Scherer and the MU Men’s of climbing. You’ll learn knot tying, belaying and Basketball Team, players learn new skills in this 2-day climbing techniques. Certification is awarded to camp focusing on teamwork, dribbling, passing, and those who pass the belay, knot and safety test. Use of shooting. equipment and free climbing after the class are included. Code Age Day Date Time $30 ($24 with resident discount). 421008-11 5 - 13 Sat./Sun. Sept. 30 - Oct. 1 10 a.m. - noon 421008-12 5 - 13 Sat./Sun. April 7 & 8 10 a.m. - noon Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Kids Rock/Teens Rock! Fee: $50 ($42 with resident discount) This 1-hour class teaches youth aged 5 - 11 and teens aged 12 - 15 climbing and safety techniques. Instructors Adult Basketball Leagues secure belays and tie all knots to ensure climber safety. Sign up for our intense, fast-paced basketball leagues! $16 ($12 w/resident discount). Teams play 10 games and an end-of-the-season tournament. League size is limited, so sign up early! Families Rock! Date: Tuesdays, January 9 - April 3 Learn climbing and safety techniques during this fun Time: 6 - 10 p.m. 2-hour class! Adults can become certified after mastering Age: 16+ knot tying and belaying skills. Family Class includes Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood immediate family members with a minimum of 1 adult Fee: $450 (Church, Women’s, and Men’s Rec) and 1 child. $470 (Men’s Competitive) Adults (16+) $25 ($20 w/resident discount) Basketball Lessons Qualified instructors offer personalized and small-group Kids instruction to gain the winning edge! Call Gabby at 429- $15 ($10 w/resident discount) 7750 for details. Date: By appointment Climb Outside! Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood If you love climbing at the DISC, give the Overlook Fee: 1 Athlete $30/hr. ($25 w resident discount) Adventure Ropes Course a try! Info on p. 5. 2 Athletes $44/hr. ($38 w resident discount) Volleyball/Pickleball 11
Illini United Volleyball Club Pickleball Open Play at the DISC Led by Director Traci Dyer-Townsend, this travel club Pickleball was created with one thing in mind: fun! It’s program is competitive for young female athletes easy to learn and play, whether you’re 5, 85 or somewhere yet maintains an atmosphere of learning, good in between. The DISC is now offering courts for open sportsmanship, teamwork, and play pickleball time. Paddles available for a small fee. fun. Our qualified coaching Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays staff focuses on improving October 16 - March 14 fundamental skills and techniques Time: 9 a.m. - noon at players’ individualized positions. High School Club Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $2 for non-members; free for DISC members tryouts (freshman - seniors) are held in November, and Youth Club tryouts (ages 9 - 14) are held in March. For details, visit the Illini United page at decatur-parks. Prefer to play org, contact Danita at 429-3472, or email Traci at pickleball [email protected]. outdoors? The courts at Illini United Minis Volleyball League Cresthaven and Have fun while learning the fundamentals of volleyball! South Shores are Led by the Illini United High School Volleyball Club free and open to coaches and players, participants in grades 1 - 6 will the public, from learn and improve volleyball basics during practices and sun-up to dusk. tournament-style games. Date: Saturdays, March 3 - April 21 Time: Grades 1 - 2 9 - 10:30 a.m. Volleyball Lessons Grades 3 - 4 10:30 a.m. - noon Our qualified instructors will help you perfect your Grade 5 Noon - 1:30 p.m. pass, set, serve and spike! Lessons are offered for one, Grade 6 1:30 - 3 p.m. two, or three athletes to allow personalized attention. Code: 351827-10 Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Appointment times subject to instructor/court availability. Fee: $130 (includes t-shirt) Call the DISC at 429-3472 to schedule your lesson! Date: By appointment Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Adult Co-ed Indoor Volleyball Leagues Fee: 1 Athlete $30/hr. ($25 w/resident discount) Register now for co-ed, indoor 6-on-6 volleyball leagues! 2 Athletes $42/hr. ($35 w/resident discount) Teams play once a week, with a schedule of 8 self- 3 Athletes $54/hr. ($45 w/resident discount) officiated games. Registration forms and rosters may be picked up at the DISC in late August. Teams accepted Volleyball Off-Season Training on first-come, first served basis until leagues are filled. Strengthen your volleyball skills in the off season! Dates: Athletes will participate in strength and agility drills and Fall Co-ed Rec: Thursdays, Oct. 5 - Dec. 7 workouts to maintain their movements for the spring Jr. Co-ed Competitive: Thursdays, Oct. 5 - Dec. 7 Winter Co-ed Rec: Thursdays, Jan. 11 - March 15 High season. Co-ed Competitive: Thursdays, Jan. 11 - March 15 Code Grade Day Date Time Time: 6 - 10 p.m. 431833-28 7 M Sept. 11 - Oct. 9 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Age: 16+ 431833-29 8 M Sept. 11 - Oct. 9 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $180/team; non-resident fees included Fee: $57 ($48 with resident discount)
12 Tumbling/Cheer Camp
Youth Tumbling at the DISC! Intermediate Tumbling (ages 8 - 13) Fee for Parent/Tot - Intermediate classes is $42 ($36 Code Day Date Time with resident discount). Advanced Tumbling is $44 ($38 451932-63 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 5:25 - 6:10 p.m. 451932-64 M Oct. 30 - Dec. 4 5:10 - 5:55 p.m. with resident discount). Register at the DISC or online 451932-65 T Jan. 30 - March 6 5:25 - 6:10 p.m. at Decatur-parks.org. 451932-66 M Mar. 26 - April 30 5:05 - 5:50 p.m.
Parent/Tot Tumbling (18 mo. - 3) Advanced Tumbling (ages 8 - 13) Code Day Date Time Code Day Date Time 451932-77 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 11 - 11:30 a.m. 451932-47 M Oct. 30 - Dec. 4 6 - 7 p.m. 451932-78 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 4 - 4:30 p.m. 451932-48 M Jan. 29 - Mar. 5 6 - 7 p.m. 451932-79 M Oct. 30 - Dec. 4 4 - 4:30 p.m. 451932-80 T Oct. 31 - Dec. 5 11 - 11:30 a.m. Cheer Tumbling (ages 8 - 13) 451932-81 T Jan. 30 - March 6 11 - 11:30 a.m. Got spirit? Yes, you do! Youth aged 8 - 13 will learn arm 451932-82 T Jan. 30 - March 6 4 - 4:30 p.m. 451932-83 M Mar. 26 - April 30 4 - 4:30 p.m. motions, jumps, dance movement, cheers and basic 451932-84 T Mar. 27 - May 1 11 - 11:30 a.m. tumbling skills. Code Day Date Time 451932-61 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Toddler Tumbling (ages 3 - 5) 451932-62 M Mar. 26 - April 30 5:55 - 6:55 p.m. Code Day Date Time Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood 451932-67 M Sept. 11 - Oct. 16 4:30 - 5 p.m. Fee: $44 ($38 with resident discount) 451932-68 M Sept. 11 - Oct. 16 5:55 - 6:25 p.m. 451932-69 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 11:35 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. 451932-70 M Oct. 30 - Dec. 4 4:35 - 5:05 p.m. NEW! Dance Camp (ages 4 - 12) 451932-71 T Oct. 31 - Dec. 5 11:35 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. Participants will learn a fun and exciting dance routine 451932-72 M Jan. 29 - March 5 4:30 - 5 p.m. with the MU Sapphires Dance team, then perform with 451932-73 M Jan. 29 - March 5 6 - 6:30 p.m. them that afternoon at halftime of the men’s football 451932-74 T Jan. 30 - March 6 11:35 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. 451932-75 M Mar. 26 - April 30 4:35 - 5:05 p.m. game. Includes T-shirt, child’s admission to football 451932-76 T Mar. 27 - May 1 11:35 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. game, and pizza. Code Day Date Time Beginning Tumbling I (ages 6 - 13) 411700-01 Sat. Oct. 21 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood new to tumbling Code Day Date Time Fee: $45 ($38 with resident discount) 451932-49 M Sept. 11 - Oct. 16 5:05 - 5:50 p.m. 451932-50 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 4:35 - 5:20 p.m. Cheer Camp (ages 4 - 12) 451932-51 M Oct. 30 - Dec. 4 6 - 6:45 p.m. Enhance your cheer and stunt skills during this 1-day 451932-52 M Jan. 29 - Mar. 5 5:10 - 5:55 p.m. 451932-53 T Jan. 30 - Mar. 6 4:35 - 5:20 p.m. camp led by the MU Cheerleading Squad. Show off your 451932-54 M Mar. 26 - April 30 4:35 - 5:05 p.m. new cheers at one of Millikin’s men’s home basketball games. Participants will receive a t-shirt and hair bow. Beginning Tumbling II (ages 6 - 13) Please bring a sack lunch. some tumbling experience Code Age Day Date Time Code Day Date Time 449834-42 4 - 5 M Jan. 15 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 451932-55 M Sept. 11 - Oct. 16 5:05 - 5:50 p.m. 449834-43 6 - 8 M Jan. 15 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 451932-56 T Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 4:35 - 5:20 p.m. 449834-44 9 - 10 M Jan. 15 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 451932-57 M Oct. 30 - Dec. 4 5:10 - 5:55 p.m. 449834-45 11 - 12 M Jan. 15 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 451932-58 M Jan. 29 - Mar. 5 5:10 - 5:55 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood 451932-59 T Jan. 30 - Mar. 6 4:35 - 5:20 p.m. Fee: $45 ($38 with resident discount) 451932-60 M Mar. 26 - April 30 5:05 - 5:50 p.m. Day Camps/Parties 13
School’s Out Day CampYouth Activities PARKat the DISTRICT DISC PARTIES Play games and take great field trips with the DISC’s Overlook Adventure Park Party School’s Out Day Camp! Kids aged 5 - 14 will be well Looking for a unique spot for your next party? Book supervised during the camp day with a 8:1 student to the GSI Party Bin at Overlook Adventure Park! Parties staff ratio. Call 429-3472 for details. include a 2-hour party bin rental and discounted rates Code Trip Date 410632-56 Overlook Adventure Mini Golf Oct. 9 for mini golf, ropes course, and batting cages for your 410632-57 Halloween Party Oct. 31 group of 10 or more. Call 429-7750 to schedule. Available 410632-58 Bowling Nov. 22 April - October. 410632-59 Movie at the Strand Nov. 24 410632-60 Next of Kiln Jan. 15 CherryBerry Party 410632-61 Phoenix Elite Feb. 19 If you’re looking for the tastiest party spot in town, try 410632-62 Normal Children’s Museum Mar. 16 CherryBerry at Overlook Adventure Park! Guests will 410632-63 Bowling Mar. 19 receive a special party cup to make their own frozen Time: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. (all sessions) yogurt masterpieces! Packages including tee shirts, Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood CherryBerry bracelets, and mini golf are also available. Fee: $40 ($35 with resident discount) per day (15% discount for each additional sibling) Call 330-7676 for details.
NEW! Bubble Soccer Party at the DISC Add some excitement to your next party with the latest Winter Break Day Camp craze, Bubble Soccer! Rentals include all necessary Why spend the day at home when you can play games and equipment and a staff member to referee. Parties and take great field trips? Kids aged 5 - 14 will love the Winter rental options are available for ages 8 and up. Also a great Break Day Camp at the DISC! An 8:1 student to staff company team-building idea! For info, email talbertina@ ratio means your child will be well-supervised during the decparks.com. camp day. Call 429-3472 for more information. Code Trip Date Sports/Bounce House Party at the DISC 410631-01 Garcia’s Pizza* Dec. 21 Your guests can play on an inflatable bounce house, 410631-02 Holiday Party Dec. 22 climb the rock wall, use the batting cage, and play 410631-03 Movie at the Strand Dec. 26 basketball, volleyball, soccer, or NEW bubble ball sports! 410631-04 Skating Dec. 27 Add the Party Room for an additional minimal cost. 410631-05 Carnival at the DISC Dec. 28 410631-06 Children’s Museum Dec. 29 Minimum age 4 for the inflatable bounce house and 410631-07 Movie at the DISC Jan. 2 5 for the rock wall. Call the DISC at 429-3472 today! 410631-08 DISC Rock Wall & Jan. 3 Bounce House On Safari Party at Scovill Zoo *Lunch at Garcia’s will be provided Birthday packages at Scovill Zoo include zoo admission Time: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. for and train passes for your guests, a gift for the birthday all sessions child, and use of the outdoor deck or Shilling Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Environmental Education Center. Call 421-7435 for Fee: $40 ($35 with resident pricing options. discount) per day; 15% discount for each Creative Arts Party at the PARC additional sibling Your 2-hour party at the Poage Arts & Recreation Note: Meals are not provided for most camp days; please bring a sack lunch. Center will include themed activities, crafts, games, and costumes (upon request). Call 421-6648, EXT. 3 for info and available dates! 14 Preschool Activities
Preschool Activities Early Explorers (2 - 5) Your toddler will enjoy these fun Decatur Park District Dive into a world of exploration for hands-on learning and activities! fun! This class will stimulate your child’s interests in art, science, and animals while engaging their 5 senses for an optimal learning experience. Sports Sampler (2 - 5) Code Class Date Parents participate in these great sessions at the DISC, 431052-69 Under the Sea Oct. 20 helping their children learn the fundamentals of T-ball, 431052-70 Pirate Party Nov. 17 basketball, tumbling, running, and more! Each week, a 431052-71 Weather Workshop Dec. 15 431052-72 Safari Adventure Jan. 12 new sport is taught by one of our experts. 431052-73 Dinosaurs Galore Feb. 9 Code Day Date Time 431052-74 Fun on the Farm Mar. 16 431052-77 T Oct. 3 - Nov. 7 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-75 Making Music April 13 431052-78 T Feb. 6 - March 13 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-76 Neat Nature May 4 Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Location: Johns Hill Center, 601 S. Jasper Fee: $36 ($31 w/resident discount) Fee: $7 ($5 with resident discount) Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 10 - 10:40 a.m.
Super Snackers (2 - 5) Calendar Kids (2 - 5) It’s snack time! With instructor guidance, children follow Learn about different holidays and seasons through a recipe and create a delicious treat! We’ll read a book hands-on crafts, games, and snacks! while we cook and then enjoy our creations. Inform Code Class Date Time staff of any food allergies or restrictions at registration. 431052-61 Howlin’ Halloween October 23 10 - 10:40 a.m. Code Snack Date 431052-62 Happy Harvest November 20 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-79 Mini Corn Dogs Oct. 16 431052-63 Cheerful Christmas December 18 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-80 Pepperoni & Cheese Crescents Nov. 13 431052-64 Snowmen & January 8 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-81 Sugar Cookies Dec. 11 Snowflakes 431052-82 Ham & Cheese Pockets Jan. 15 431052-65 Vibrant Valentines February 5 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-83 Cinnamallow Rolls Feb. 12 431052-66 Lucky Leprechaun March 5 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-84 Soft Pretzels & Cheese Mar. 12 431052-67 Egg-cellent Easter April 9 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-85 Cheesy Taco Sticks April 16 431052-68 Spring Fling May 7 10 - 10:40 a.m. 431052-86 Rainbow Pretzel Wands May 14 Location: Johns Hill Center, 601 S. Jasper Location: Johns Hill Center, 601 S. Jasper Fee: $7 ($5 with resident discount) Fee: $8 ($6 with resident discount) Time: 1 - 1:40 p.m. for all sessions Santa Shuffle Santa returns to the DISC! Kids will run on the indoor Toddler Open Gym (Infants - 5) track, play games, and jump on the inflatable (ages 4 & Need some active entertainment? Bring your kids to the up)! All participants will receive a medal, cookie, and DISC! Balls, hoops, building blocks, riding toys, and photo with Santa. Please check in 10 minutes prior to puzzles are provided in a safe play your child’s start time. Distances vary per age group from environment. 1/8 mile to 1 mile. Inflatable, scooters & basketball Session: Nov. 1 - Mar. 28 1 available until 6 p.m. Day/Time: Wednesdays from Code Date Age Time 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. 471042-05 December 10 2 - 4 3:30 - 4 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood 2 3 471042-06 December 10 5 - 6 4 - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $2 per child 471042-07 December 10 7 - 8 4:30 - 5 p.m. (Under age 1 are free) 471042-08 December 10 9 - 10 5 - 5:30 p.m. DISC Full-Facility Family Pass holders are free Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $12 ($10 with resident discount) Super Saturday Recess/Running 15
Super Saturday Recess Kids aged 4 -11 will enjoy an active Saturday morning at the DISC, with inflatables, scooters, basketball, tumbling, Athletics Partner and rock wall (select dates). Parents must be present. No registration necessary. Need not be a DISC member. Turkey Trot AL NU AN nd 17 Date: Saturdays, October 14 - February 10 Fairview Park 43 20 Time: 10 a.m. - noon 8 a.m., November 18 Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Enter the 5K or 10K run, 5K Fee: $4 per child; free for DISC Full-Facility members recreational walk, or 1/2 mile Note: Children 3 & under may participate but are Turkey Tot Trot in Fairview Park! Tot Trot includes a excluded from use of the inflatables for their safety. T-shirt and participation prizes. 5K and 10K races include computerized results and 3-deep awards per age group. Staley Striders XC Running Club Register by November 10 to guarantee long-sleeved tech Want to improve your distance running? Get going with tee in the 5K, 10K, and walk. Register online at ACTIVE. Staley Striders Cross Country! Participants may choose com by November 15, mail your registration to the DISC, to run locally and/or take part in Junior Olympics meets. or call 429-3472. Athletes wishing to compete in J.O. competitions must Time: 6:45 - 7:30 a.m. - Check-in purchase a sanction card ($10 - $12) & pay race entry 7:30 a.m. - Tot Trot; 8 a.m. - Race fees ($5 - $6). Location: Fairview Park Pavilion #1 Code Age Day Date Time Fee: $26 ($31 on race day); Tot Trot $16 ($21 on race day) 441647-20 6 - 18 T/W/Th Oct. 4 - Nov. 16 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Fee: $25 ($22 with resident discount) Shoreline Classic Road Race Sunday, September 17, Nelson Park Cross Country Twosome Relay Shorelineclassic.com Give this relay a try! Two people will make up the relay 15 K - 7:30 a.m.; 5 K - 8 a.m.; Tot Trot - 9:15 a.m. team, with youth, adult, and parent/child divisions. In its 28th year, the Shoreline Classic draws nearly 1,200 The XC course is a one-mile loop in Fairview Park. Each participants, who run along the shores of beautiful Lake person will alternate miles, running two miles each for a Decatur in a colorful fall setting. Runners and spectators total of 4 miles. A 1/2 mile Tot Trot will precede the race. will enjoy food and music in the pavilion after the race. Date: Sunday, October 22 Register at shorelineclassic.com. Race day registration Time: Registration 3:15 p.m. is available, but runners won’t be guaranteed a shirt. Tot Trot 4 p.m. Relay Race 4:10 p.m. Location: Fairview Park Pavilion #1 Autumn Spectacular Cross Country Meet Fee: $5 for relay; $1 for Tot Trot The Autumn Spectacular Cross Country Meet is for boys and girls, aged 7 - 18, who enjoy cross country Staley Striders Indoor Track & Field Club running and want to compete against their peers. Athletes will fine tune their skills with Staley Striders Awards for the top 6 finishers in each age group. Call Track & Field. Focus is on skills comprehension 429-3472 for start times for divisions. Date: Sunday, November 5 and mastery within a positive atmosphere. Tee shirts Time: Registration, 12:30 p.m. provided. Course walk, 1 p.m. Code Age Day Date Time Race, 1:30 p.m. 441637-16 6 - 18 T/W/Th Dec. 6 - Feb. 15 4 - 5 p.m. Location: Fairview Park Location: DISC Indoor Track Fee: $6 ($10 on race day) Fee: $55 ($46 with resident discount) 16 Baseball/Softball
Decatur Baseball/Softball League Winter Softball Camp Play ball! Early registration for the Youth Baseball/ MU softball coaches and players will teach the funda- Softball League is from Jan. 29 - Feb. 28. Registration mentals of throwing, catching, fielding, and defense ends March 28. Practice begins in mid-April, and games (infield and outfield). Base running, hitting, pitching begin in early May. Contact Cortney at 429-3472 or and bunting techniques will also be covered. [email protected]. Code Age Day Date Time 459835-12 8 - 18 Sat. February 10 2 - 6 p.m. Redbird Rookies Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Thanks to a partnership between the Decatur Park District Fee: $54 ($45 with resident discount) and DMH, kids aged 5 - 13 can enjoy this free introductory program, which instills the values of teamwork, integrity, self- Softball Hitting & Pitching Lessons esteem, and leadership. Batters will learn various hitting techniques, improve Registration begins hand-eye coordination, and adjust to different pitches in March. Contact at the plate. For pitchers, drills, ball movement and Cortney at 429-3472 or placement, and basic pitch selection will be covered. cwilkerson@decparks. Each lesson is broken into three 30-minute time slots. Date: By appointment com. Age: 6 - 18 (all skill levels) Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood or a local park The Redbird Rookies’ Fee: $54 ($45 with resident discount) new Dexter Fowler Field was unveiled during a Baseball Hitting & Pitching Lessons special ceremony at Hess Park on July 25. Coach Jim Stewart works with athletes one-on-one at the DISC, offering insights on hitting and pitching philosophies and techniques. Call 972-1923 to reserve Baseball Instructional Clinic your time slot! MU coaches and players help participants with throwing, Date: By appointment Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood hitting, catching, fielding, and base running. Players are Fee: Half hour $25 ($20 w/resident discount) divided into age groups and use the batting cages and Hour $45 ($40 w/resident discount) full gym. Class size is limited, so register early! Code Age Day Date Time Batting/Throwing Cages 441736-16 8 - 14 Sat. Jan. 13 - 27 1 - 2:30 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood The DISC’s cages feature portable pitching mounds, as Fee: $54 ($45 with resident discount) well as a time-operated machine with 4 speeds for base- ball and softball. Call 429-3472 to reserve. For outdoor Spring Training Baseball & T-Ball Clinic batting, visit Overlook Adventure Park at Lakeshore Players are divided into age groups in the full gym and Landing (p. 5). batting cages, learning more about fielding, hitting, throwing, catching and base running. Adult Flag Football (ages 16+) Code Age Day Date Time It’s football season! The Co-ed Rec or Men’s league includes 419816-30 3 - 6 Sun. Mar. 4 - April 15 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. six 5-on-5 games and an end-of-season tournament. A 419816-31 7 - 14 Sun. Mar. 4 - April 15 2:45 - 4:45 p.m. referee is assigned to each game. Register at the DISC or Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood call 429-3472. Fee: $85 ($71 with resident discount); $7 late fee Date/Time: Wednesdays, Sept. 20 - Oct. 25 from 6 - 8 p.m. after February 26 Location: South Shores Park Fee: $170/team Lacrosse/FootballLacrosse 17
Fall Lacrosse Decatur Games! NEW Format! Fall is a great time for new players to try out the sport September 7, 14, 21, & 23 before the spring season and for experienced players to Looking for a fun way to enhance team building, continue to develop their skills. Equipment is available boost company morale, and get involved in the for rent. Questions? Contact Rachael at 429-3472 or community? Gather a team and take your mind off [email protected]. Code Age Day Date Time the daily routine while showing off your athletic 360000-35 7 - 18 Girls T/Th Sept. 19 - Oct. 26 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (and non-athletic) skills! Our NEW Decatur Games 360000-36 7 - 18 Boys W Sept. 20 - Oct. 25 6 - 8 p.m. includes 3 Thursday competitions at various facilities Location: Hess Park and a HUGE, day-long finale at Rotary Park on Fee: $100 for girls; $50 for boys Saturday, with TONS of backyard games, Little Laxers sports, an obstacle Decatur Park District 2017 Through fun activities and games, Little Laxers course, food/drinks introduces basic lacrosse skills of throwing, catching, for purchase, and more! This isn’t your normal dodging, scooping, and shooting. Stick and soft indoor Decatur Games. Join the biggest GAME day in balls are provided. Instructors are US Lacrosse certified. Decatur! Team size limit is 20; fee is $199 per team. Code Age Day Date Time Register by Sept 1. Don’t have a team? Contact 360000-43 3 - 7 W Oct. 18 - Nov. 8 5 - 5:30 p.m. Rachael at [email protected] to join the Free 360000-44 3 - 7 W Jan. 24 - Feb. 14 5 - 5:30 p.m. Agent List! For more info and a registration form, 360000-45 3 - 7 T April 3 - 24 5 - 5:30 p.m. call Rachael at 429-3472 or stop by the DISC! Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood for Oct. & Jan. sessions South Shores Park in April Fee: $50 ($42 with resident discount) Lacrosse Winter Skills Camp In this 5-week clinic, participants will learn passing, catching, Holiday Lacrosse Clinics shooting, cradling, and scooping, along with the basic rules of lacrosse. All necessary equipment provided. Participants Exciting holiday lacrosse clinics are open for boys and will receive a long-sleeved tee. girls aged 7 - 18. Never played before? That’s okay! Join Code Age Day Date Time those who are already playing the fastest growing game 360000-39 7 - 18 Boys Sat. Nov. 11 - Dec. 16* 9 - 11 a.m. in America! Bring your own equipment or use ours. 360000-40 7 - 18 Girls Sun. Nov. 12 - Dec. 17* 3 - 5 p.m. Code Age Holiday Date Time 360000-41 7 - 18 Boys Sat. Jan. 13 - Feb. 10 10 - 11:30 a.m. 360000-37 7 - 18 Columbus Day Oct. 9 9 - 11 a.m. 360000-42 7 - 18 Girls Sat. Jan. 13 - Feb. 10 8:30 - 10 a.m. 360000-38 7 - 18 Presidents’ Day Feb. 19 9 - 11 a.m. *Does not meet on November 25 & 26. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $20 ($15 with resident discount) Fee: $52 ($45 with resident discount)
Lacrosse Private Lessons Lacrosse Spring League Players of all ages and skill levels can improve their game In the spring league, boys and girls aged 7 - 18 will with private lacrosse lessons. Instructors are former compete in the Central Illinois Lacrosse League players or certified coaches. Lessons include three (CILAX). Practices will be held during the week, with 30-minute sessions for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. Call games played on Saturdays and Sundays. For more info, 429-3472 to schedule your lesson today! contact Rachael or Tony at 429-3472. Registration begins Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $57 ($48 with res. discount) in January and continues through the end of April. Practices/games begin in March. Check Decatur Lacrosse Club on Facebook for updates! 18 Golf
Red Tail Run Golf Club by Raymond Floyd 520 W. Grove Road • 422-2211 Yardage 7340 . Slope 138 . Par 72 Course Rating: 74.4 Host of the IHSA Girls Class A State Championship
Hickory Point Golf Course 727 Weaver Road • 421-7444 Yardage 6848 . Slope 125 . Par 72 Course Rating: 72.4 AUTUMN GREENS Host of the IHSA Girls Class AA State Championship Visit your friendly Park District pros Scovill Golf Course for lessons, club fitting, or to book 3909 W. Main Street • 429-6243 your tee time! Autumn Greens rates Yardage 5925 . Slope 119 . Par 71 begin September 5. Course Rating: 68.4 18 Holes with Cart Driving Ranges Red Tail Run : $29.50 Red Tail Run, Hickory Point & Scovill Hickory Point: $26.00 Hours: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. $5 small bucket; $8 large bucket Scovill: $22.00 Online tee times at golfdecatur.org
Indoor Golf Center at the DISC Online Tee Open from December 4 - February 25, the indoor Times! golf center features a putting green, chipping area and Visit golfdecatur.org and click “Online Tee Times,” bunker. Two simulators allow golfers to play more than which links you directly to the GolfNow booking engine 30 PGA championship courses around the world. The for the best rates at your favorite times to play! Book 7 conditioning area is designed just for golfers, and expert days in advance for weekdays and on the Monday prior to staff can help you improve your swing. Call 429-3472 to the upcoming weekend. For your safety, all transactions schedule your indoor tee time! require a credit card. Online tee times are not available Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. for the Indoor Golf Center simulator. Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays, noon - 5 p.m. Fees: Practice area (large bucket) $8.00 Veterans & Friends League Simulator 9-holes $10.00 This golf-oriented fellowship league for veterans and Simulator 18-holes $20.00 volunteer partners/helpers continues this fall at Hickory Point and Red Tail Run golf courses. All are welcome! Winter Golf Play is Monday at noon and includes 9 holes + cart. For The 2017 winter course is Red Tail Run Golf Club details, call Dale Jones at 358-2569. by Raymond Floyd! Golf with us year-round, weather permitting. Book your tee time at 422-2211. Golf 19
FootGolf at Hickory Point Rounds are $10 per person; $3 ball rental Schedule your tee time at 421-7444 Experience Hickory Point Golf Course in a whole new way...with FootGolf! The course is integrated into the Golf Partner front 9 of the golf course and features 18 holes with par 3s, 4s, and 5s. Players keep score like golf while kicking a soccer ball down the fairway toward the checkered Preschool Golf flags and into the cup. The player with the fewest shots Our youngest golfers will learn fundamentals, working is winner of the round. Golf carts can be rented for on coordination, simple techniques, and motor skills. play. Give it a try! Course map, rules and scorecards at Adults will learn to help their child practice and develop decatur-parks.org and in the pro shop. these skills. *No class on November 23. Code Age Day Date Time Intermediate Junior Golf 337013-35 3 - 4 Th Nov. 9 - Dec. 7* 5:30 - 6 p.m. Take your game to the next level with assistance from 337013-36 3 - 4 Th Nov. 9 - Dec. 7* 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. the Park District pros! Intermediate is designed for youth 337013-37 3 - 4 Th Jan. 11 - Feb. 1 5:30 - 6 p.m. aged 10 - 13 who have previous experience in the Junior 337013-38 3 - 4 Th Jan. 11 - Feb. 1 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. Golf program. Location: DISC Golf Room, 1295 W. Wood Code Age Day Date Time Fee: $45 ($39 with resident discount) 337043-19 10 - 13 M Nov. 6 - Dec. 11* 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 337043-20 10 - 13 M Jan. 8 - Feb. 5 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Junior Golf *No class on November 20. In this fun intro to golf, juniors will learn ball striking Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood and putting fundamentals, golf rules and etiquette. Clubs Fee: $63 ($53 with resident discount) are available if needed. Code Age Day Date Time Junior Golf Spring Training 337033-65 5 - 7 T Nov. 7 - Dec. 12* 5:15 - 6 p.m. Spring Training is a continuation of skills development, 337033-66 8 - 12 T Nov. 7 - Dec. 12* 6:15 - 7 p.m. and pros will analyze players’ swings, discuss rules, golf 337033-67 8 - 12 W Nov. 8 - Dec. 13* 5:15 - 6 p.m. etiquette, and course management. Clubs are provided 337033-68 5 - 7 W Nov. 8 - Dec. 13* 6:15 - 7 p.m. for those who need them. 337033-69 5 - 7 T Jan. 9 - Feb. 6 5:15 - 6 p.m. 337033-70 8 - 12 T Jan. 9 - Feb. 6 6:15 - 7 p.m. Code: 337045-07 337033-71 8 - 12 W Jan. 10 - Feb. 7 5:15 - 6 p.m. Age: 10 - 17 337033-72 5 - 7 W Jan. 10 - Feb. 7 6:15 - 7 p.m. Day: Thursdays *No class on November 21 & 22. Date: Apr. 19 - May 10 Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Fee: $63 ($53 with resident discount) Loc: Hickory Point Fee: $57 $47 w res. discount Golf Lessons & Club Fitting Park District pros offer golf lessons for players of all skill The DJO, Optimist levels, aged 4 and up. Lessons are available at all three International Junior, golf courses during the regular season and City Junior, and Par at the DISC during the winter. Fitting Tamers/Fred Copeland services are available at all Park District tournaments give young courses. Call 422-2211 for details! golfers opportunities to showcase their skills. 20 MidStateSoccer Soccer
MidState Youth Soccer League (MYSL) MYSL focuses on fun, age-appropriate activities that allow players the freedom to be creative, while also www.midstatesoccer.com enhancing their soccer skills. All sessions are coached by 217/429-3472 a MidState trainer with the help of parent volunteers. Registration deadline is March 14. MidState Soccer Club Code Grade Day Date Time Play, train, and excel with MidState Soccer Club! Led 390015-104 K - 1 (G) M/Sat Mar. 26 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. by a nationally licensed coaching staff, the club program 390015-105 K - 1 (B) M/Sat Mar. 26 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. is for more serious players who want to travel and train 390015-106 K - 1 (G) T/Sat Mar. 27 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. throughout the year. Team divisions are for High School 390015-107 K - 1 (B) T/Sat Mar. 27 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. 390015-108 K - 1 (G) Th/Sat Mar. 29 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Boys U15-U19. Play includes 6 - 8 games in the CIYSL 390015-109 K - 1 (B) Th/Sat Mar. 29 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. and 2 - 3 tournaments each session. Cost for fall season 390015-110 2 - 3 (G) M/Sat Mar. 26 - May 19 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. is $450. Payment plan available. 390015-111 2 - 3 (B) M/Sat Mar. 26 - May 19 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Tryouts Age Divisions 390015-112 2 - 3 (G) T/Sat Mar. 27 - May 19 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. November 7, 2017 1999 - 2003 High School Boys 390015-113 2 - 3 (B) T/Sat Mar. 27 - May 19 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. 390015-114 2 - 3 (G) Th/Sat Mar. 29 - May 19 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. NEW! College Informational Meeting 390015-115 2 - 3 (B) Th/Sat Mar. 29 - May 19 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Coaches from junior college to Division I schools will 390015-116 4 - 5 M/Sat Mar. 26 - May 19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. hold a panel discussion, answer questions, and talk to 390015-117 4 - 5 T/Sat Mar. 27 - May 19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. players about college soccer. 390015-118 4 - 5 Th/Sat Mar. 29 - May 19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. 390015-119 6 - 8 M/Sat Mar. 26 - May 19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Date: Wednesday, December 13 390015-120 6 - 8 T/Sat Mar. 27 - May 19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Time: 7 p.m. 390015-121 6 - 8 Th/Sat Mar. 29 - May 19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Age: High School Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Fee: Free Fee: $76/$63 w resident discount (Jan. 4 - Feb. 4) Location: Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd. $85/$70 w resident discount (after Feb. 4) Note: (G) Girls; (B) Boys
Developmental Youth Indoor Soccer &25/(<)$0,/<'(17$/ 02'(51 &203$ 66,21$7( (;&(//(1&( Youth indoor soccer programs are designed to teach soccer fundamentals and techniques, such as passing, Indoor Little Kritters Soccer dribbling, and team play. 30-minute training sessions This 5-week program is designed for U4 & U5 players. are followed by a 15-minute game. A story book is provided, which highlights 11 animal Code Grade Day Date Time 431231-55 K - 1 (B) M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. characters who possess unique soccer skills. MidState 431231-56 K - 1 (G) M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. coaches help participants learn these soccer skills through 431231-57 2 - 3 (B) M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 6:15 - 7 p.m. fun activities. Parents are encouraged to read the book 431231-58 2 - 3 (G) M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 6:15 - 7 p.m. with their child to help prepare them for each session. 431231-59 4 - 8 M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 7 - 8 p.m. Code Age Day Date Time 431231-60 K - 1 (B) M Jan. 15 - Feb. 13 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. 411212-09 3 - 4 M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 4:30 - 5 p.m. 431231-61 K - 1 (G) M Jan. 15 - Feb. 13 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. 411212-10 3 - 4 M Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 5 - 5:30 p.m. 431231-62 2 - 3 (B) M Jan. 15 - Feb. 13 6:15 - 7 p.m. 411212-11 3 - 4 M Jan. 15 - Feb. 12 4:30 - 5 p.m. 431231-63 2 - 3 (G) M Jan. 15 - Feb. 13 6:15 - 7 p.m. 411212-12 3 - 4 M Jan. 15 - Feb. 12 5 - 5:30 p.m. 431231-64 4 - 8 M Jan. 15 - Feb. 13 7 - 8 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $56 ($48 with resident discount) Fee: $64 ($55 with resident discount) MidState Soccer 21
3 v 3 Futsal Tournament February 24 - 25 DISC, 1295 W. Wood Don’t miss the 6th Annual 3 v 3 High School & Adult Recreational Leagues Indoor Futsal Tournament at the MidState’s recreational soccer leagues are for players who DISC! 8U - 12U boys and girls will prefer casual matches rather than those that are intensely play Feb. 24, and 14U/HS/adults competitive. The high school league consists of JV and will play Feb. 25. Teams have a max of 6 varsity divisions, while the adult league is for players players with no goalkeeper. Games consist of 12-minute aged 18+. Games are 6 v 6. No games from Nov. 23 - 26. halves on shortened fields using PUGG goals. 3-game Date: Week of Oct. 30 - Dec. 17 (Fall Session) guarantee. Submit team roster/waiver and $125 team Week of Jan. 8 - Feb. 18 (Winter Session) League: H.S. Varsity Boys Saturday (afternoon) entry fee by Feb. 9. Questions? Call 429-3472. H.S. JV Boys* Saturday (afternoon) H.S. JV*/Varsity Girls Sunday (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.) Follow MidState Soccer on Adult Recreational Thurs. and/or Fri. (6 - 10 p.m.) Facebook for daily posts about the *13U & 14U allowed for H.S. JV Girls and JV Boys club, tournaments, soccer tips, Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $535/team by Oct. 12 (Fall) or Dec. 13 (Winter) pictures, videos, and more! $585/team after early deadline (includes $50 non-resident fee, teams reimbursed after roster non-resident determined) Experience Counts! Deadline: October 18 (Fall Session) Did you know that the combined January 3 (Winter Session) experience of all MidState Soccer Club Rosters, waivers, and entry fee must be submitted at time coaches tops 175 years? Eleven MidState of registration. Registration forms may be picked up at the coaches played at the collegiate level, DISC, or phone 429-3472 to have one mailed. A maximum and 5 are members of the U.S. of 6 - 8 teams per league will be accepted on a first-come, first- Youth Soccer Olympic Development served basis. 4 teams will be necessary to form a league. Team Program (ODP) coaching staff. All representative must pay in full at registration (individuals cannot pay towards team fee separately). of our licensed coaches are trained at the highest levels to lead our club’s Indoor Soccer 3 v 3 Club League players to success, individually and as a team, both on and off the field. Extend your season with MidState’s new 3 v 3 Club League at the DISC! Teams will play one 40-minute game each Friday night, with 3 players and no goalie. Six players allowed per team. Code Born Day Date Time 431232-30 2008-2010 F Nov. 10 - Dec. 15* 6 - 7 p.m. 431232-31 2005-2007 F Nov. 10 - Dec. 15* 7 - 8 p.m. 431232-34 2008-2010 F Jan. 12 - Feb. 9 6 - 7 p.m. Specialty Plates Support Kids! 431232-35 2005-2007 F Jan. 12 - Feb. 9 7 - 8 p.m. To purchase a specialty license plate, visit ilsos.gov *Does not meet on November 24. and select “Park District Youth” under the specialty Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $66 ($56 with resident discount) option. A portion of the fee from the sale of these plates benefits the Park District Youth Programs Fund. Thank you for your support! 22 Scovill Zoo
Be a Friend of the Zoo! Individual Membership $40.00/year Family Membership $80.00/year Grandparent Membership $40.00/year Membership Benefits 71 South Country Club Rd. • FREE admission to Scovill Zoo Decatur, IL 62521 w 217/421-7435 • Discounted admission to 150+ zoos nationwide • Discount on Zootique Gift Shop merchandise www.scovillzoo.com w @ScovillZoo on Twitter • Discount on Birthday Party Packages • Discount on Education Classes and PJ Party Fall Hours • Subscription to Critter Chatter newsletter August 14 - October 9 • Invitation to Members Only events Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.* • Reduced rate for train and carousel rides Saturdays & Sundays: 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.* *Last admission one hour before closing. Zoo closes for the 2017 regular season on October 9. Members Rides Pass - $100 Families with zoo memberships are invited to try the Members Rides Pass! Those who visit frequently will find Admission Prices unlimited train and carousel rides a real convenience. Age Entry Train Carousel For just $100, members can ride the train and carousel Under 2 FREE FREE $2.25 as many times as they wish, all year long. 2 - 12 $4.00 $2.75 $2.25 13 - 64 $6.50 $2.75 $2.25 Zoo Parents 65+ $5.50 $2.75 $2.25 Become a Zoo Parent by adopting one of Scovill Zoo’s Friends of the Zoo enjoy a $.50 discount on train and carousel animals! Your donation will help provide for the animal’s fees. On the carousel, adults ride free when standing with a care and feeding. Perks include an adoption certificate, child under the age of 2. subscription to the Critter Chatter newsletter, invitation to the Zoo Parents Annual Picnic, and one free zoo admission.
ZooMu Pass Scovill Mobile Zoo Where can you find wild animals, interactive exhibits, The Mobile Zoo can bring the animals to your school, event, education, and fun? In Scovill Park! The popular ZooMu or organization and make presentations tailored to fit your pass is just $155 for one full year for BOTH facilities! needs. Sessions last approx. 30 minutes for younger students Visit Scovill Zoo or the Children’s Museum of Illinois and up to an hour for older students. Call 421-7435 for to purchase your pass today! A great holiday gift idea! rates and information.
Continuing Education - Adult Volunteers If you’d like to volunteer at Scovill Zoo, register for our Continuing Education classes! In late January, a 10-week session will begin, with classes once a week for 3 hours. Training will cover classifications of animals, mobile zoo presentations, and guided zoo tours. No experience Scovill Zoo Partner required. Call 421-7435 for details! Scovill Zoo 23
SPECIAL EVENTS Grandparents’ Day Enjoy an old-fashioned fall festival with animal presentations, cake walks, games, and more! September 10 1 - 4 p.m.
Pajama Party with Santa Santa is coming to Scovill Zoo! Bring your pillow, wear your PJ’s, and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus while you make an ornament, decorate cookies, enjoy an animal Make it a Day in Scovill Park! presentation, and sing some holiday tunes. Must be At Scovill Zoo, you’ll find 400 magnificent animals accompanied by an adult. spanning 6 continents. Take a ride on the Endangered Code Age Day Date Time 156560-18 3 - 10 Sat. December 9 1 - 3 p.m. Species Carousel and Z.O.&O. Express! After your zoo 156560-24 3 - 10 Sat. December 9 5 - 7 p.m. adventure, visit Project Playground II and the beautiful Location: Zoo Education Center new Sculpture Park, featuring 13 works of art. Stroll Fee: $15 ($12 with resident discount) the winding path to the Oriental Garden and Scovill House, former summer home of Rose and Guy Scovill. The Children’s Museum of Illinois is right next door! With animals, art, education, and play, you can make it a day in Scovill Park!
Zoo Buddies Classes Our youngest zoo enthusiasts will have their own pint- sized animal adventures! Each month, kids aged 3 - 5 will discover a new species or environment and take home a Weekdays zoo buddy toy. 5:30 - 8 p.m. Code Subject Date Time October 13, 20 & 26 - 27 156514-I1 Wallaby Walkabout Sept. 12 10 - 11 a.m. 156514-I2 Wallaby Walkabout Sept. 12 2 - 3 p.m. 156514-J1 Calling All Cowhands Oct. 10 10 - 11 a.m. Saturdays & Sundays 156514-J2 Calling All Cowhands Oct. 10 2 - 3 p.m. 3 - 8 p.m. 156514-K1 Adorable Arachnids Nov. 14 10 - 11 a.m. October 14 - 15, 21 - 22 & 28 - 29 156514-K2 Adorable Arachnids Nov. 14 2 - 3 p.m. 156514-L1 Armadillo Roundup Dec. 12 10 - 11 a.m. (Closed on Oct. 30 & 31) 156514-L2 Armadillo Roundup Dec. 12 2 - 3 p.m. 156514-A1 Stand-Up Serpents Jan. 9 10 - 11 a.m. Admission Train Carousel 156514-A2 Stand-Up Serpents Jan. 9 2 - 3 p.m. $4.75 (treats) $2.75 $2.25 156514-B1 You’re A Lizard Larry Feb. 13 10 - 11 a.m. $3.75 (no treats) $2.25 (FOZ) $1.75 (FOZ) 156514-B2 You’re A Lizard Larry Feb. 13 2 - 3 p.m. 156514-C1 Bunch-O-Bunnies March 13 10 - 11 a.m. 156514-C2 Bunch-O-Bunnies March 13 2 - 3 p.m. 71 S. Country Club Rd. Location: Zoo Education Center Scovillzoo.com Fee: $16 ($13 with resident discount) 24 Arts
Arts at the Decatur Park District The Decatur Park District believes that the arts make invaluable and unique contributions to the educational process and to the enrichment of an individual’s life. 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.
Perform! - Seussical Greater Decatur Chorale Calling all actors in grades 1-12! Be part of a professional Celebrating its 33rd season, production, featuring an all-youth cast! Seussical is a the Greater Decatur Chorale is fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Enjoy bringing comprised of 70+ adults who enjoy singing and sharing to life all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters including their talents with the community. The group, directed by Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude Ted Hesse and accompanied by Anita Gifford, performs McFuzz, and lazy Mayzie. Two full casts of performers will throughout the area, including the Moweaqua Pow Wow. rehearse on Saturdays and Sundays beginning January 6. To join this spectacular adult ensemble, see audition info The program’s musical/vocal director is Christine Smith. below. All are welcome! Director/choreographer is Marie Jagger-Taylor. Auditions: August 28, 6:30 - 7 p.m. (Fall Semester) January 29, 6:30 - 7 p.m. (Spring Semester) Fee: $40/semester (costumes/tux rental not included) Free Audition Workshop Rehearsals: Mondays, 7 - 9 p.m. beginning August 28 Saturday, November 11 (no rehearsal on Sept. 4) Poage Arts & Recreation Center (PARC) Location: Poage Arts & Recreation Center 10 - 11 a.m. for grades 1 - 5 11 a.m. - noon for grades 6 - 12 Note: To audition, please prepare a song of your choice. Tape or CD may be used as accompaniment. You may be Pre-register by November 9 at 422 5911. asked to sight read or perform tonal memory singing. For an appointment, contact Marie Jagger-Taylor at 421-6648, X1. Auditions Date/Time: December 8, 4 - 6:30 p.m. Winter Chorale Concert December 9, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy dinner and a concert by the Greater Decatur December 12, 1 - 4 p.m. (call-backs) Chorale with special guests, the Maroa-Forsyth High Fee: $155 ($135 w/resident discount) School choir, at Hickory Point Banquet Facility. $130/$110 for Dance & Drama students Note: Fee includes costume, script, rehearsal CD and show shirt. Shoes are not supplied. Date/Time: January 12 & 13 Audition registration begins November 13. Cash Bar: 6 p.m. Call 422-5911 to schedule audition. Dinner: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Concert: 7:30 p.m. Performances January 14 Dates: March 16 7 p.m. Lunch: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. March 17 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Concert: 2 p.m. March 18 2 p.m. Tickets: $25/person for dinner and show Tickets: $8 in advance and $10 at the door for reserved $10/person for show only. seating at the Decatur Civic Center Theater. Parent tickets available January 29. Public tickets Tickets are limited. available starting February 5. Purchase by Reservations end January 3 calling 422-5911 or online at decatur-parks.org. unless sold out. Call 422-5911 for tickets and details! Location: Hickory Point Banquet Facility Arts 25
Fairy Tale Time (Ages 3 - 6) Comedy Central (Ages 10 - 16) Explore classic fairy tales one story at a time and then Study the fundamentals of improvisation through ex- have fun recreating each story with basic props and cos- ercises that help to develop strong ensemble and char- tumes! Sign up for each activity separately. acter work. Develop stage presence, as well as patience, Code Class Date Time self-confidence, communication skills, and respect for 492102-100 Puss in Boots Sept. 16 9 - 9:45 a.m. other performers and their creativity. 492102-101 Lion King “No Need to Hurry” Sept. 23 9 - 9:45 a.m. Code Day Date Time 492102-102 Gingerbread Man Sept. 30 9 - 9:45 a.m. 471036-03 Sat. Sept. 16 - Oct. 28 11 a.m. - noon 492102-103 Little Mermaid Oct. 7 9 - 9:45 a.m. Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland 492102-104 Ugly Duckling Oct. 14 9 - 9:45 a.m. Fee: $48 ($42 with resident discount) 492102-105 Dumbo’s “Happy to Help” Oct. 21 9 - 9:45 a.m. 492102-106 Halloween Creation Oct. 28 9 - 9:45 a.m. Park Players (Ages 12 - 16) Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland The Park Players program develops and advances skills Fee: $8 ($6 with resident discount) in vocal work, character creation, ensemble building, and stage movement. Participants create sets, props and Clowning (Ages 6 - 9) costumes for their final class performance. A one-act Clowning is 50% physicality, 50% silliness, and 100% show will be performed on October 28 at 1 p.m. at the fun! Through scene work and games, students will have PARC. freedom of movement and self-expression in this class, Code Day Date Time while also learning about slapstick comedy and how to 472524-06 Sat. Sept. 16 - Oct. 28 9 - 11 a.m. theatrically control their gestures. Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland Code Day Date Time Fee: $80 ($75 resident discount); includes script 471035-02 Sat. Sept. 16 - Oct. 28 10 - 11 a.m. and basic prop/costume needs Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland Fee: $48 ($42 with resident discount) Park District Artist-in-Residence Enhance your school’s cultural arts offerings with a Intro to Technical Theatre (Ages 9 - 18) Decatur Park District artist-in-residence! After-school Want to know how things are done behind the scenes? workshops and day-long or week-long sessions are In this class, students will learn the basics of carpentry, available on topics such as set construction, lighting, lighting, and painting. choreography, acting, and preparing a show for your Code Day Date Time school! All programs are individualized according to your 472522-03 Th Sept. 14 - Oct. 26 6 - 7 p.m. school’s needs. Call Marie Jagger-Taylor at 421-6648 for Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland more information and fees. Fee: $55 ($50 with resident discount)
Stage Make-Up (Ages 9+) Jerry Menz Arts Scholarship The Jerry Menz Arts Scholarship provides opportunities In this 4-day class, students will dive into fundamental for talented youth to succeed at the highest possible levels principles of stage make-up. Students will learn how in the arts by offering scholarships for the Park District’s to exaggerate, diminish, and create facial features to programs in voice, music, drama, and dance. Awards are help an actor portray a character. Fee includes personal based on staff recommendations, participation in Park make-up kit. Deadline to register is October 2. Code Day Date Time District programs, and a demonstrated talent and pas- 472525-03 M Oct. 9 - 30 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. sion for the performing arts. Applications are available at Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland the PARC, 2020 N. Oakland. Due date is September 8 Fee: $65 ($60 with resident discount) for fall scholarship consideration. 26 Arts
Dance Program (Sept. 6 - May 12) Hip Hop & Jazz Hop Under the direction of Marie Jagger-Taylor, the Park Code Class Age Day Time Room District’s dance program instructs students in the 472517-67 Boyz Hip Hop 9 - 16 Th 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Studio 2 472517-68 Hip Hop/sec 1 8 - 13 T 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Studio 2 disciplines of ballet, jazz hop, tap, and lyrical. For 472517-69 Hip Hop/sec 2 14+ Th 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Studio 2 placement, call 421-6648. All classes are held at the PARC, 472517-70 Jazz Hop I 6 - 9 T 5:15 - 6 p.m. Studio 2 2020 N. Oakland. No classes will be held on Nov. 22 – 26, 472517-71 Jazz Hop II 8 - 11 M 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. Studio 2 Dec. 18 – Jan. 3, and March 12 – 16. A recital concludes 472517-72 Jazz Hop III 10 - 13 W 5 - 5:45 p.m. Studio 1 the season on May 11 & 12. 472517-73 Jazz Hop IV/V* 12 - 18 W 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Studio 1 472517-74 K-Pop 14+ T 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Studio 2 Asterisk (*) below indicates teacher placement required. Dance Classes Dance Levels Introduction to Dance Introduction to Dance Ages 2.5 - 6 Code Class Age Day Time Room A 30-minute class that introduces the fundamental skills 472501-64 Tiny Dancer 2.5 - 5 Th 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. Studio 1 of dance through creative play and the use of music, 472501-65 TuTu Toddler I 3 - 5 M 5:30 - 6 p.m. Studio 2 drama, and dance steps. Step Into Dance is for ages 5 - 6 472501-66 TuTu Toddler II 3 - 5 T 4 - 4:30 p.m. Studio 2 and covers one hour of ballet and tap skills. 472501-67 Hip Hop Tot I 4 - 5 T 6 - 6:30 p.m. Studio 2 Level I Ages 6 - 9 472501-68 Hip Hop Tot II 4 - 5 W 4:30 - 5 p.m. Studio 1 A 45-minute class that introduces the basics of ballet, 472501-69 Step Into Dance I 5 - 6 W 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio 2 jazz hop, and tap. 472501-70 Step Into Dance II 5 - 6 Th 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. Studio 1 Level II Ages 8 - 11 Classes designed to continue developing the skills of Ballet ballet, jazz hop, and tap. Code Class Age Day Time Room 472506-110 Ballet I 6 - 9 W 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Studio 2 Level III Ages 10 - 13 472506-111 Ballet II* 8 - 11 M 6 - 6:45 p.m. Studio 2 Level III continues the development of dance disciplines. 472506-112 Ballet III* 10 - 13 W 7 - 7:45 p.m. Studio 2 Recommended that students complete Level II class or 472506-113 Ballet IV/V* 12+ T 7:15 - 8:30 p.m. Studio 1 have prior knowledge of the dance discipline. Students 472506-115 Ballet Tech 12+ T 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Studio 1 in Tap III must have the ability to perform time-steps 472506-116 Pre-Pointe 11+ T 6:40 - 7:10 p.m. Studio 2 and maxifords. 472506-117 Pointe 11+ T 8:45 - 9:15 p.m. Studio 1 Level IV Ages 12 - 18 One-hour dance class designed for students with previous Tap training. Placement required. Code Class Age Day Time Room Level V Ages 14+ 472505-113 Tap I 6 - 9 Th 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. Studio 1 Classes for most advanced students. Placement is 472505-114 Tap II* 8 - 11 W 6:15 - 7 p.m. Studio 2 required. 472505-115 Tap III* 10 - 13 W 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. Studio 1 472505-116 Tap IV* 12 - 18 T 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Studio 1 Adult Ages 14 - Adult 472505-117 Tap V* 14 + W 7:15 - 8 p.m. Studio 1 The Adult Tap Class develops a variety of skill levels and 472505-118 Adult Tap 14+ T 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio 1 utilizes the teaching of Al Gilbert while focusing on the 472505-119 Teen Tap 13 - 19 M 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Studio 1 rhythmic musical theatre tradition of tap dance. The Hip Hop Class encompasses street dance styles performed to Lyrical hip hop music or those that have evolved as part of hip Code Class Age Day Time Room hop culture. It includes a wide range of styles including 472516-45 Lyrical I* 11 - 13 M 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio 1 breaking, locking, and popping. Both classes are designed 472516-46 Lyrical II* 13 - 16 M 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio 2 to be fun, energetic workouts! 472516-47 Lyrical III* 14+ W 8 - 9 p.m. Studio 1 472516-48 Dance Concepts I 10 - 16 Th 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Studio 2 472516-49 Dance Concepts II 14+ M 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Studio 2 Arts/Outdoor Fun/Special RecArts 27
Dance Class Fees Dance Classes Fee Resident Discount 30 minutes $175 $165 1 class $275 $265 2 classes $465 $455 3 classes $655 $645 4 classes $835 $825 5 classes $1015 $1005 6 classes $1185 $1175 7 classes $1355 $1345 Favorite Weekend Activity 8 classes $1525 $1515 #1 Scovill Zoo, #3 Decatur Park District ($50/class costume deposit required for dancers in the May recital.) Payment plans are available. Please call 421-6648, EXT. 3 for more Child-Friendly Place information on 9 or more classes. #2 Scovill Zoo Best Sports Complex Intro to Dance - Class Descriptions #1 DISC Tiny Dancer (ages 2.5 - 5) introduces your child to the world of dance. Creative and age-appropriate activities Best Public Golf Course help develop coordination, body awareness, and dance #1 Scovill, #2 Red Tail Run, #3 Hickory Point discipline. Best Golf Pro TuTu Toddler (ages 3 - 5) uses creative and age-appropriate #1 Kurt Rogers, #3 Joe Hammel activities to develop coordination, body awareness, and Best Place for a First Date dance discipline. #3 Overlook Adventure Park Hip Hop Tot (ages 4 - 5) develops fundamental skills of Hickory Point Golf Course dance through creative play and the use of music, drama, and ballet steps. #3 Best Banquet Facility, #2 Best Wedding Venue Step Into Dance (ages 5 - 6) is a more formal introduction & #3 Best Event Facility to ballet and tap dance styles. Dancers will perform a tap & ballet recital. Dancers will need a ballet and tap shoes.
Dance Styles (ages 6 & up) Ballet classes provide classical training with concentra- tion on technique, coordination of the arms and legs, and combinations across the floor. Tap classes utilize the teachings of Al Gilbert and focus on the rhythmic musical theatre tradition of tap dance. Jazz Hop is a high energy dance class set to popular mu- sic that incorporates dance steps from around the world including Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Kroger Rewards Benefit Youth Scholarships! Lyrical Dance is a fusion of ballet, jazz, and modern Grocery shop and support the Park District’s Youth dance styles. Class focuses on conveying musicality and Scholarship Program at the same time! Last year, $7,610 emotion through movement. Dance Concepts is a fusion was offered in scholarships for Park District programs. of dance styles that focuses on conveying musicality and Please help provide area youth access to arts, sports, emotion through learned choreography. special recreation, zoo camps, DISC pre-K classes, and Hip Hop encompasses street dance styles primarily per- more. Each time you shop at Kroger and scan your formed to hip hop music. Classes include a wide range rewards card, 3% of your purchase will benefit the youth of styles including breaking, locking and popping. New scholarship program. Registering is simple. Visit Kroger. this year is K-Pop, with four sections: Hip Hop (ages 8 - 13), Boyz Hip Hop (ages 8 - 16), Adult Hip Hop (ages 14 com, sign up for the Kroger Rewards program, and - adult), and K-Pop (ages 14 - adult). choose Decatur Park District as your agency of choice. 28 SeniorsSeniors/Special Recreation
Johns Hill Center, 601 S. Jasper Just for Seniors! FIT 3 at the DISC If you’re age 50 or better, get healthy with Fit 3! Our Classes, special events and trips are open to certified instructors provide individualized training on adults 55+. Programs are held at Johns Hill the fitness machines, then develop a program just for Center unless otherwise noted. For an updated you. You’ll also receive 3 FREE visits to the DISC and list of trips and activities, sign up to receive monthly newsletters with valuable health tips. The Fit our quarterly newsletter. Contact Dana at 3 program benefits from a generous donation from the 429-7750 or visit decatur-parks.org for more Whinnery Trust. To be added to the mailing list and information. Join us! join Fit 3, call Jeff 429-3472.
Watercolor Class Health Screenings Come join this painting class and learn about watercolors. Take advantage of the DISC’s Taught by Don Gruber. free or low-cost monthly health screenings provided by Date: Thursdays, September - May Decatur Memorial Hospital! Time: 9 - 11 a.m. Dates: October 11, November 8 & December 13 Fee: $25 every three months Time: 7 - 9 a.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Game Day Enjoy a good old-fashioned game Forever Fit of cards! Play bridge, rummy or This low-impact class improves flexibility, endurance, pinochle. You do not need to and strength, leading to more energy, confidence, and bring a partner. satisfaction in your daily life. Date/Time: Fridays, 1 - 4 p.m. Fee: $1 refreshment Fun Fridays donation Play games and puzzles that stimulate the brain to keep your mind sharp! Lunches & Dinners Date: 2nd & 4th Fridays of each month Join your friends for a great meal at Johns Hill Center! starting October 13 Time: 9 - 10 a.m. Date Time Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Halloween Lunch October 25 Noon Thanksgiving Lunch November 17 Noon Christmas Lunch December 12 Noon Special Recreation Association (SRA) In cooperation with the villages of Forsyth and Winter Cookout January 24 Noon Mt. Zion, the SRA is dedicated to improving the Sweetheart Lunch February 14 Noon quality of life for individuals with developmental St. Patrick’s Day Lunch March 16 Noon disabilities in the greater Decatur area. Activities Fee: $10 per meal such as dances at the KC Hall, a dinner club, Location: Johns Hill Center, 601 S. Jasper St. BINGO, game nights, and movie nights are RSVP: Register one week in advance by included on an activities calendar, which can be calling (217) 429-7750. found on the Park District website: decatur-parks. Note: Transportation is provided to and from org. To be added to the activities calendar mailing lunches and trips for an additional $2. list or to learn more about Special Olympics, call Dana or Sparkle at 429-7750. Meeting/Banquet Facilities 29
Red Panda Catering! The Park District’s new Red Panda Meeting & Banquet Facilities Catering service provides professional • Receptions • Golf Outings catering to all Park District locations. • Weddings • Bridal Showers Customizable menus are designed to meet your budgetary requirements. • Rehearsals • Corporate Meetings Call 421-6658 for a quote for your With delicious meals and beautiful venues, our Banquet party, golf outing, or business meeting. Services staff will make your next gathering memorable! For detailed information and facility photos, Wedding Planning? We’re On The Knot! visit decatur-parks.org. We know that a bride’s favorite resource is The Knot! Visit www.theknot.com and click “wedding venues” to find fantastic pictures of Hickory Point Banquet Facility and the Anne & Al Swartz Pavilion. Our professional Scovill Garden House: 421-7435 staff will make your day an event to remember! Enjoy a breathtaking view of Lake Decatur in the former summer home of Guy and Rose Scovill. The facility Hickory Point Banquet Facility: 421-6657 features a preparation kitchen, restroom, and seating Enjoy a magnificent view of Hickory Point Golf Course! for up to 40 guests. Perfect for showers, reunions and Cathedral ceilings provide a dramatic setting for your corporate retreats. next meeting, reception or party. AV equipment is available. Combine your meeting with a round of golf, Decatur Indoor Sports Center: 429-3472 and saved with our corporate golf package rates. Need lots of space for your next event? The DISC offers the perfect setting for expos, seminars, Anne & Al Swartz Pavilion: 421-6657 meetings, and parties. Choose from the main gym, Schedule your next occasion at the Anne & Al Swartz auxiliary gym, small meeting room...or rent the entire Pavilion at Hickory Point! This beautiful new structure, facility for a lock-in! with sweeping views of the golf course, features weather- resistant, fabric wind screens, catering options, and space Shilling Environmental Education Center at for 350 guests. Scovill Zoo: 421-7435 Located on the grounds of Scovill Zoo, the Shilling Scovill Park Gazebo: 421-7435 Center is the perfect site for any occasion. Rent for a Walk down the aisle surrounded by flowers in the few hours or an entire weekend. Catering is available. gorgeous gardens at Scovill Park! The gazebo may be rented from Easter - October. Park Pavilion Rentals: 422-5911 Rental Times: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. or 5 - 9 p.m. Rent a Decatur Park District pavilion for your next gathering! Rental agreements for the upcoming season may be made the first working day in January. Available from Easter to October. 30 RegistrationDecatur 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 Mail, Phone, Fax, or Register in Person! for programs and services. Decatur residents make You may also mail, fax, or phone in your completed contributions to the operation of the agency through registration form. VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American their property taxes. If you live within Decatur Park Express, check, and debit cards are all accepted. District boundaries, you benefit from “resident” rates. To receive this rate, you will need to provide proof of Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) residency the first time you register. Proof will not be 1295 W. Wood, Decatur IL 62522 required again, unless your address changes. Acceptable Fax: 421-6642 Phone: 429-3472 forms of proof 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 August 25 for fall classes and or call 429-3472. If you already have a current household November 27 for winter classes. Registration Form 31
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 Fun for All Scholarship Program to enable economically disadvantaged youth the opportunity to participate. (Please enclose tax-deductible donation). Thank you! □ 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.: Cardholder Name: Signature: Special thanks to our valued community partners!
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