2021 FALL Program Guide

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Mission Statement: The Mokena Community Park District is committed to Table of Contents enhancing lives through the power of recreation by providing exceptional Director Digest 3 parks, facilities, programs, events, and services for all to explore Special Events 4-8 and enjoy. Vision: Working together to build an active, vibrant, welcoming, connected Trips 9 safe and healthy community. Early Childhood 10-11 Values: Our mission is guided by these values: Collaboration, Community Youth Programs/Athletics 12-19 Engagement, Safety, Sustainability, Cleanliness, Comfort and Inclusion. Tween/Teen 20-21 Adult Programs/Athletics 22-24 Administration Center Golden Agers 25 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena The Oaks Recreation & Phone: (708) 390-2401 26-27 Hours: Monday–Friday Fitness Center 9:00am–5:00pm Open Gym 28 Website: www.mokenapark.com Fitness Programs 29-31 Email: [email protected] *Office will be closed on September 6 Health & Wellness Events 32 Parties 34 Facility Rentals 35

The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Yunker Park 36 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena Park Offerings 37 Phone: (708) 390-2343 Registration Information 38 Hours Monday–Friday General Information 39 5:00am–8:00pm Park District Connections 40 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am–3:00pm Park Locations 41

Administration Staff Program Locations Greg Vitale, MPA, CPRP-Executive Director Bow Doc Archery Dawn Morsovillo-Administrative Assistant/Safety Coordinator 18801 Wolf Rd., Mokena Patti Parli, CPRP-Superintendent of Finance and HR Gym-kinetics Karen LaPointe, Accounting/Payroll Coordinator 19220 Ridge Rd., Mokena Kara Jelderks, CPRP-Superintendent of Recreation Frankfort Founders Community Center 140 Oak Street, Frankfort 60423 Rebecca Hornig, CPRP-Recreation Supervisor/Special Events & Trips Main Park Laurel Welch-Marketing Coordinator 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena Shakena Sampson-Customer Service/Recreation Support Mokena Elementary School (MES): Sam Sigrist-Customer Service/Recreation Support 11244 Willowcrest Lane, Mokena Mokena Intermediate School (MIS): Maintenance Staff 11331 West 195th Street, Mokena Jim VanGennep, CPRP, CPSI, CPO-Superintendent of Parks & Mokena Junior High School: Facilities 19815 Kirkstone Way, Mokena Luke Davis, Bill Kausal, Kim Limanowski, Kristin Potocki, Nova Quarter Horse Ranch: Rodger Rottmann, Wayne Wollenzien, 10129 West 187th Street, Mokena Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Staff 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena (Walnut, Rachel Bauer, CPRP-Manager of Recreation Facility Operations Cypress, Chestnut, Multi-purpose Room, Kristin Ehler, CPRP, ACE Health Coach, AFAA and NCCPT-Fitness & Field House) Wellness Supervisor Recreation Program Center: Wendy Jacob-Operations Supervisor 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena Shaun Ziems– Oaks Maintenance Supervisor (South end of Main Park) Yoga Life Center: CPRP—Certified Park & Recreation Professional; 19820 Wolf Road, Mokena CPSI—Certified Playground Safety Inspector; Yunker Park: CPO—Certified Pool Operator. 10824 La Porte Road, Mokena (Professional staff certifications through the National Recreation & Park (Band Shell, Splash Park, Community Association (NRPA) Gardens, Dog Park, Red Barn) District Digest Dear Mokena Community Park District Residents and Visitors: Board of Commissioners

Thank you for taking the time to read to the 2021 Fall President Program Guide! Bob Lindbloom

Now that Covid-19 restrictions have loosened, we are able to Vice President bring back some of your favorite special events such as Steve Jacobson Woofstock (September 12), Halloween Hollow (October 8 and 9), Breakfast with Santa (December 4) and Winter Jump Fest Secretary (January 7). We are also able to once again offer some of our Mary Louise Knoerzer regular programs such as Youth Basketball, Indoor Open Gym and Adult Trips. The guide also features several new programs Treasurer such as Youth Field Trips during days off of school (Adventure Mike Gandy Days), several Language classes, Rock Painting, Youth Magic classes, Babysitting courses, Lunchtime Bingo for Seniors and Commissioner unique Cooking programs (Hot Chocolate Bombs, Tik Tok Jeff Apel Cooking, etc.). Commissioner There is no better time to join the new and improved Oaks Dan Gilbert Recreation and Fitness Center for your fitness goals. The fitness center, lobby, locker rooms and meeting rooms are Commissioner receiving a modern facelift that includes a new, contemporary Kathryn O’Connor color scheme and brand new flooring. We are also in the process of replacing all of our sectorized equipment with a Legal Counsel brand new, state-of-the-art line. This is just the beginning of a John O’Driscoll multi-year modernization plan that is sure to improve your fitness experience. Park Board Meetings Construction on the new Whisper Creek Park, located at Regan Park District Board Road and Whisper Creek Way, is also taking shape. The park Meetings are held on the will feature a brand new playground, outdoor fitness fourth Tuesday of each equipment, a walking trail, basketball Drop-shot, a gazebo and month, at The Oaks more. The park is tentatively scheduled to open this fall. Recreation & Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Please take advantage of our programs, parks and facilities. We Road, Mokena, have a lot to offer and we would love to see you this fall! at 6:00 pm.

Sincerely,

Greg Vitale, MPA, CPRP Executive Director

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Family Fun Day at Nova Sunday, November 7th 12:00—2:00pm Giddy up cowboys and cowgirls! Come spend a fantastic family afternoon "horsin’ around" at Nova Quarter Horses, Inc in Mokena. Your family will bond with the horses by learning to groom, saddle, and have a riding lesson. Lunch will be served. All skill levels welcome. Jeans and hard soled shoes required. Transportation is on your own, please meet at Nova Horse Quarter Ranch. Ages: 7+ Fee: $120 pair/$50 additional rider

Cinderella at Paramount Theatre Chicago Christmas Lights Tour Enjoy this show from the genius Travel with us through Downtown Chicago to see minds of Rodgers & Hammerstein, the beautiful Christmas light displays! Our first masters behind the Sound of Music & stop will be at the Planetarium Overlook for a Oklahoma! Experience one of the most panoramic view of the city. We will then travel beloved and cherished fairy along Lake Shore Drive to Lincoln Park, North tales live on Paramount’s stage and Michigan Avenue, and a stop at Millennium Park with all the spectacle and splendor to view the city Christmas tree, the skating and you’ve come to expect. This the Bean. After viewing all off these beautiful mesmerizing production gives us a lights we will take a 1.5 hour stop at the German familiar yet reimagined take on the Christkindl market at Daley Plaza. We will also be story families have returned to over and over across in close proximity to Macy’s Flagship State Street generations. Experience jaw-dropping magic as you’ve Store. Fee includes: Bus tour, tour guide and tips never seen before. From pumpkins into carriages to for guide. tattered rags into a beautiful gown, this show will Instructor: Rebecca H. delight and enchant young and old alike. After all, Location: Yunker Park Bandshell you’re never too young for a little magic and never too Age: All Ages old to believe. You may know the story, but you’ve Day: Wednesday never seen it like this. Before the show enjoy a buffet Dates Time Fee R/NR lunch that includes salad, rolls, hot entrees & sides, Dec 1 3:30pm departure $40/$48 dessert and all non-alcoholic beverages. Fee includes: After Nov 1 $45/$53 Floor seat tickets, lunch & mini coach bus transportation. Instructor: Rebecca H. Location: Yunker Park Bandshell Age: All Ages Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 17 11am departure $85/$100 After Oct 17 $90/$105

Adventure Days-Kid’s Days Off School Day off of school with nothing to do? Come hang out at Mokena Park District and go on an adventure with us! Doors open at 8am and the adventure doesn’t end until 6pm. We will be making crafts, testing out some science experiments and of course a field trip! The day will be filled with endless fun! Register early to make sure you get a spot. Grades: K-6 Haunted Trails-Joliet Enchanted Castle-Lombard Day: Wednesday Day: Friday Date: December 8 Date: November 12 Time: 8am-6pm; Field trip time is Time: 8am-6pm; Field trip time is from 9:30am-4pm from 9:30am-4pm Fee R/NR: $45/$50 Fee R/NR: $45/$50 Meeting Location: Program Center Meeting Location: Program Center

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Art Development PeeWee Picassos Wiggles & Giggles Does your child love to color, draw, and paint? You This class is for your little one who is not quite ready and your budding artist will enjoy the slow pace in to separate. Parent and child will wiggle and giggle this relaxed class of creative fun together. Simple their way through this fun-filled class while paper projects, cutting, gluing and stretching their muscles and marching to music. paints will get your young artist off Activities will vary each week using balls, balloons, to a creative start. Fee includes and bubbles. Finger plays and props, rhymes and materials. rhythm movements, hoops and parachutes! Instructor: Petey Winkleman Instructor: Chris Johnson Location: Program Center Location: Program Center, Dance Room Age: 2-3 w/an adult Age: 2-3 w/an adult Day: Wednesday Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 8-29 10:15-11am $35/$42 Sept 15-Oct 13 9:30-10:15am $37/$42 After Sept 1 $40/$47 After Sept 8 $42/$47 Oct 6-27 10:15-11am $35/$42 Nov 3-Dec 1 9:30-10:15am $37/$42 After Sept 29 $40/$47 After Oct 27 $42/$47 Nov 3-Dec 1 10:15-11am $35/$42 Language (No class 11/24) I Speak Spanish! – Spanish for Kids After Oct 27 $40/$47 Expand your child’s world! Introduce your child to the Spanish language in this class developed Rainbow Kids especially for very young learners. Children will be Your toddler will love learning immersed in the Spanish language through fun and about colors and shapes in this educational activities and music. Each session covers busy hands-on class. new and exciting material! Multi-sensory activities, glue, Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. tape, crayons and paint will Location: Program Center encourage creativity, improve Age: 3-Kindergartem motor skills and create an envi- Day: Tuesdays ronment for social Dates Time Fee R/NR interaction. A take home craft, fun activities and Sept 14-Oct 19 4:30-5:15pm $75/$80 games will all relate to colors and shapes. Oct 26-Dec 7 4:30-5:15pm $75/$80 Instructor: Chris Johnson (No Class 11/23) Location: Program Center Age: 3.5-5 Zoom Spanish Classes for Kids – Live Day: Friday Join us right from your living room as we explore Dates Time Fee R/NR new cultures and learn the Spanish language via Sept 24-Oct 8 9:30-10:15am $25/$30 Zoom! Younger children will learn conversational After Sept 17 $30/$35 Spanish through fun and interactive activities and Nov 5-19 9:30-10:15am $25/$30 music while older children will learn some Spanish After Oct 29 $30/$35 phonetics to begin reading and writing. Zoom login information will be emailed. Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Volunteer Opportunities Location: Program Center Age: 3-6 Volunteers are an essential part of the Park Day: Thursdays District that enable us to offer a wide Dates Time Fee R/NR variety of programs and events. Call the Sept 16-Oct 21 9:30-10:15am $75/$80 Administration Center at 708-390-2401 to Sept 16-Oct 21 5-5:45pm $75/$80 find out about the opportunities that are Oct 28-Dec 9 9:30-10:15am $75/$80 (No Class 11/25) available. Oct 28-Dec 9 5-5:45pm $75/$80 (No Class 11/25)

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Basketball Soccer Little Dunkers Basketball—Skills Development Little Strikers Soccer—Skills Development Activities are designed for children interested in Activities are designed for children learning the fundamentals of basketball and having interested in learning the fundamentals fun. Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all activities of soccer and having fun. Student are prepared and delivered by Park District staff. to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all Instruction will focus on the basics of shooting, activities are prepared and dribbling, and hand-eye coordination. delivered by Park District staff. Instructor: Park District Staff Instruction will focus on the basics of Location: Mokena Elementary School-South Gym shooting, dribbling, and foot-eye coordination. Age: 4-5 Instructor: Park District Staff Day: Saturdays Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 4-5 Nov 6- Dec 18 9-9:55am $55/$66 Day: Sundays Nov 6- Dec 18 10-10:55am $55/$66 Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 6- Dec 18 11-11:55am $55/$66 Nov 6- Dec 18 1-1:55pm $55/$66 After Oct 19 $60/$71 Nov 6- Dec 18 2-2:55pm $55/$66 After Oct 19 $60/$71 Little Dunkers Basketball—Games Development This class is designed for children interested in Little Strikers Soccer—Games Development learning how to play a basketball game. Instruction will This is an 8-week instructional program for cover some basic basketball skills such as shooting, children ages 4-5, and activities are designed for dribbling, and hand-eye coordination, but the focus will children interested in learning how to play a be teaching players how to play an organized game, soccer game. Student to instructor ratio is 6:1, using a 3 v 3 format for maximum player participation. and all activities are prepared and delivered by Registration includes a t-shirt. park district staff. Instruction will cover some Instructor: Park District Staff basic soccer skills such as shooting, dribbling, Location: Mokena Elementary School-South Gym and foot-eye coordination, but the focus will be Age: 4-5 teaching players how to play an organized game, Day: Saturdays using a 3 v 3 format for maximum player Dates Time Fee R/NR participation. Jan 8- Feb 26 9-9:55am $70/$84 Instructor: Park District Staff Jan 8- Feb 26 10-10:55am $70/$84 Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Jan 8- Feb 26 11-11:55am $70/$84 Age: 4-5 After Dec 28 $75/$89 Day: Sundays Dates Time Fee R/NR Hockey Jan 9- Feb 27 1-1:55pm $70/$84 Jan 9- Feb 27 2-2:55pm $70/$84 Little SlapShooters Hockey—Skills Development After Dec 28 $75/$89 This instructional program is designed for children interested in learning the fundamentals of floor hockey and having fun. Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all activities are prepared and delivered by Park District Program Instructors Needed! staff. Instruction will focus on shooting, Do you have high energy and love kids? puck-handling, and hand-eye coordination. Instructor: Park District Staff Do you want to make money while Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center having fun? Come join the Mokena Age: 4-5 Community Park District team! Program Day: Monday Instructors can teach a variety of classes Dates Time Fee R/NR ranging from sports to art. All lesson Oct 4- Nov 8 4:30-5:25pm $55/$66 After Oct 19 $60/$71 plans are provided. Interested applicants can fill out an application from our website. www.mokenapark.com

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Art Bricks 4 Kids Rock Painting Bricks 4 Kidz classes explore architecture, Come and learn how to design a beautiful engineering and technology concepts using LEGO Caribbean beach rock. We will work with Bricks. Students work hands-on to design and build beautiful vibrant colors using acrylic paints and machines, tools and other constructions. While varnish. Different techniques will be taught on how to exploring new concepts related to architecture, design your own rock. Example: dragonfly scene, a engineering, manufacturing, and the environment, creative abstract design, flower design or Kindness students develop problem solving and critical rock sayings. Please bring a smock apron or old shirt thinking skills. Fun while learning! to protect your clothing. All other supplies are provided. Session 1: Ticket to Ride Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Dive into the mechanics of favorite amusement park Location: Program Center rides in this imaginative unit. Students will construct Age: 10-13 a Carousel Swing, Tilt a Whirl, Loop de Loop ride, Day: Tuesday Swing boat ride, and Merry Go Round. Lessons Dates Time Fee R/NR incorporate principles of physics, described in a way Nov 2-23 6-7:15pm $35/$40 that children can understand, such as “G-force” After Oct 25 $40/$45 inertia and momentum, as well as math concepts such as “there are 360 degrees in a circle”. Drawing and More! Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room Taught by a graduate of the American Academy of Age: 6-12 Art, Miss Petey will teach new techniques and Day: Monday improve your skills! We will use a variety of Dates Time Fee R/NR subjects including: animals, landscapes, cartoons, ab- Sept 20-Nov 1 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90 stracts and still life. For all levels of ability. (No class 10/11) Instructor: Petey Winkleman Location: Program Center Session 2: Life Science Grades: 1-6 Explore the fascinating science of living things and Day: Wednesday build engaging models of creatures from caterpillars Dates Time Fee R/NR to dinosaurs. During this six-week unit, students will Sept 8-Oct 13 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 explore topics such as how the human body stays After Sept 1 $57/$67 cool, the amazing life cycle of a butterfly, and Oct 20-Dec 1 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 investigate the Venus Fly Trap -- a plant that eats After Oct 13 $57/$67 bugs! If you love creatures, this is the class for you. (No class 11/24) Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room Age: 6-12 Young Artists Day: Monday Miss Petey returns! In this variety Dates Time Fee R/NR art class, students will experiment Nov 8-Dec 13 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90 with clay, tempera paints, water colors, abstracts and much more. Critters Students should bring an Critter Class all-purpose art pad to class. Come learn about some Instructor: Petey Winkleman of the world’s most Location: Program Center misunderstood creatures and why they are a key Age: 8-12 indicator for healthy ecosystems, as well as why they Day: Monday are important for us to save them from extinction. Dates Time Fee R/NR Each class will feature live animals. Sept 13-Oct 18 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 Instructor: Crosstown Exotics After Sept 6 $57/$67 Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room Oct 25-Nov 29 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 Age: 6-12 After Oct 18 $57/$67 Day: Thursday Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 2-23 6:30-7:30pm $55/$65

12 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Dance Join Ms. Jenny and see what all the commotion is about and have fun while learning a new dance style! From the graceful movements of Ballet to the quick beat of Hip-Hop/Jazz to the synchronized sounds of taping toes we have it all! While having a great time learning a new dance style, dancers will also learn how to count music and create rhythm patterns of their own. White ballet shoes and black tap and jazz shoes should be worn for appropriate classes. Pre-Ballet: This class will introduce the basic steps and positions in ballet while learning a fun song and dance routine. Your child’s confidence and appreciation for the art form will grow as they master new skills and make new friends. Ballet: This class provides an excellent background for all types of dance. Coordination, strength and flexibility are complimented with the grace and poise which ballet class offers. Tapping Toes: Hear the synchronized sounds of taping toes while we shuffle off to Buffalo learning multiple tap techniques. Classes will include basic principles of tap through music and movement exercises, with an emphasis on rhythm and timing. High Voltage Hip-Hop/Jazz: Learn the latest street-style moves just like your favorite pop stars. Dance to the beat and get an excellent work-out while improving muscle strength and flexibility. Fun choreography will be inspired by popular music. Lyrical: Learn a dance style that uses aspects of ballet, jazz and modern while expressing a message!  Please note that parents are not to remain in the building and face coverings are required. (As of 8/1).  Please bring your own water bottle to class.  Grade is determined of Fall 2021. Age is determined by September 13, 2021.

Instructor: Jenny Diamond Location: Program Center Dance Room

Age: 3.5-4.5 Grades: 3-4 Day/Dates: Mondays/Sept 13-Dec 6 Days/Dates: Mondays/Sept 13-Dec 6 (No class 10/11 & 11/22) (No class 10/11 & 11/22) Class Time Fee R/NR Class Time Fee R/NR Pre-Ballet 5:15-5:45pm $90/$95 Tap 5:45-6:15pm $90/$95 Ballet 6:15-7pm $112/$118 Day/Dates: Fridays/Sept 17-Dec 10 Hip Hop Jazz 7-7:45pm $112/$118 (No class 11/12 & 11/26) Class Time Fee R/NR Grades: 4-5 Pre-Ballet 4:15-4:45pm $90/$95 Days/Dates: Thursdays/Sept 16-Dec 9 (No class 11/11 & 11/25) Age: 4.5-Kindergarten Class Time Fee R/NR Days/Dates: Thursdays/Sept 16-Dec 9 Ballet 5:45-6:30pm $112/$118 (No class 11/11 & 11/25) Tap 6:30-7pm $90/$95 Class Time Fee R/NR Hip Hop Jazz 7-7:45pm $112/$118 Ballet 4:15-4:45pm $90/$95 Tap 4:45-5:15pm $90/$95 Grades: 5-7 Ballet 5:15-5:45pm $90/$95 Days/Dates: Wednesdays/Sept 15-Dec 8 (No class 11/10 & 11/24) Kindergarten-1st Grade Class Time Fee R/NR Days/Dates: Fridays/Sept 17-Dec 10 Hip Hop Jazz 6-6:45pm $112/$118 (No class 11/12 & 11/26) Tap 6:45-7:15pm $90/$95 Class Time Fee R/NR Lyrical 7:15-8pm $112/$118 Tap 4:45-5:15pm $90/$95 Ballet 5:15-5:45pm $90/$95 Grades: 8-10 Poms 5:45-6:15pm $90/$95 Days/Dates: Fridays/Sept 17-Dec 10 (No class 11/12 & 11/26) Grades: 2-3 Class Time Fee R/NR Days/Dates: Wednesdays/Sept 15-Dec 8 Hip Hop Jazz 6:15-7pm $112/$118 (No class 11/10 & 11/24) Lyrical 7-7:45pm $112/$118 Class Time Fee R/NR Tap 7:45-8:15pm $90/$95 Ballet 4:15-5pm $112/$118 Tap 5-5:30pm $90/$95 *Please note: There will be a $5 charge for anyone who Hip Hop Jazz 5:30-6pm $90/$95 signs up after September 6th.

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Gymnastics Beginner Girls Gym-Kinetics offers one of the largest facilities in the This program will introduce your daughter to the area with the latest equipment and experienced staff. sport of gymnastics. Each student will learn basic Resident participants registering through Mokena tumbling skills along with introductory skills on the Park District receive the discounted fees listed. Please balance beam, uneven bars, and vault. wear comfortable clothes: leotards or shorts with Age: 5-6 t-shirts. No gym shoes, jewelry or tights. Day Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Gym-Kinetics Staff Tue 4-5pm $145/$160 Location: Gym-Kinetics Thur 5-6pm $145/$160 Dates: October 25-January 15 (11 weeks) Sat 9-10am $145/$160

Age: 7-11 Mom & Mini Day Time Fee R/NR This program offers the opportunity to experience a Mon 6-7pm $145/$160 wide range of gross motor activities while being Thur 4-5pm $145/$160 introduced to the sport of gymnastics. Each class will Sat 9-10am $145/$160 provide a new experience on the trampoline, balance Sat 12-1pm $145/$160 beam, bars, and rings in a fun and safe environment. Age: 2-3 w/adult Horseback Riding Day Time Fee R/NR Horseback Riding Lessons Sat 11-11:50am $138/$150 Get up and go! It’s time to ride at Nova Quarter Horses! Fun for all ages at any riding level, no 3 Year Old Mini Gymnastics previous experience is needed. Come out to learn Your child will experience many different gross both Western and English disciplines taught by our motor activities along with the intro to gymnastics highly qualified trainers and instructors. We offer skills, such as forward and backward rolls, both an indoor and outdoor arena, so Nova is able cartwheels, trampoline, balance beams, and rings. to offer lessons year round. A 5-lesson card Age: 3 includes 5 individual one hour group Day Time Fee R/NR lessons. Helmets are available at parent’s request. Tue 4-4:50pm $138/$150 Once your lesson card is purchased, call Nova to Sat 12-12:50pm $138/$150 schedule your lessons at (708) 479-3696. There is a limit of one 5-lesson card per family. Jeans and 4 & 5 Year Old Mini Gymnastics boots or hard soled shoes are required. Your little one will start learning the beginner stages Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch of tumbling and experience all of the different Age: 7 + gymnastics apparatus along with many different Days/Dates/Time: gross motor activities. Please call Nova to schedule your lessons. Age: 4-5 (708) 479-3696 Day Time Fee R/NR Fee R/NR: $195/$220 Tue 5-5:50pm $138/$150 Tue 6-6:50pm $138/$150 Winter Horse Camp Sat 12-12:50pm $138/$150 Come join Nova Quarter Horses for three fun filled

days of Winter Horse Camp! Each day will consist of Ninja Zone hands-on experience and a riding lesson. Guided by Ninja Zone is the entry level to an all new sport our experienced staff members, each participant discipline inspired by gymnastics, martial arts, will learn to saddle, bridle and groom their very own obstacle course training, and street dance. Children horse before taking them to the arena for the daily learn combinations of flips, rolls, jumps, and kicks on lesson. No need to worry about the weather outside, strength & agility courses. as the Nova office is heated and the barn and arena Age: 4-5 are insulated and climate controlled. All skill levels Day Time Fee R/NR welcome. Jeans and hard soled shoes required. Tue 6-6:50pm $145/$160 Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch Thur 5-5:50pm $145/$160 Age: 7 + Age: 6-9 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Day Time Fee R/NR Mon-Wed Dec 27-29 10a-3p $260/$270 Wed 4-4:50pm $145/$160 Fri 11-11:50am $145/$160

14 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Language Magic Zoom Spanish Classes for Kids—Live Magic Class Join us right from your living room as we Children will have a great time as they learn a explore new cultures and learn the Spanish language collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks! via the interactive Zoom platform! Younger children Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve will learn conversational Spanish through fun and cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. All interactive activities and music while older children materials are provided, and each child receives a will also learn some Spanish phonetics to begin magic kit to take home. New tricks are always taught reading and writing in Spanish. Zoom login info will each class! be emailed to participants before the first class. Instructor: Magic Team of Gary Kantor Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center Age: 7-11 Age: 5-12 Day: Thursdays Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Thurs, Oct 14 5-5:55pm $22/$27 Sept 16-Oct 21 10:30-11:15am $75/$80 Mon, Dec 6 5-5:55pm $22/$27 Sept 16-Oct 21 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Oct 28-Dec 9 10:30-11:15am $75/$80 Yoga (No Class 11/25) Kids Yoga and Music Oct 28-Dec 9 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Yoga is for everyone! While listening to live (No Class 11/25) acoustic guitar, participants will be mindful of movement and meditate. This class will help you to Parlez-vous Français? Lei parla Italiano? increase your ability to be calm, increase focus and Zoom French and Italian Classes for Kids—Live confidence, and provide movement practice. Join us right from your living room as we explore Instructor: Yoga Life Center Certified Instructors new cultures and learn the French and Italian Location: Yoga Life Center languages via the interactive Zoom platform! Each Age: 5-11 session covers new material. Zoom login info will be Day: Sunday emailed to participants before the first class. Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Sept 12 12-1:30pm $15/$18 Age: 7-11 Oct 10 12-1:30pm $15/$18 I Speak French Nov14 12-1:30pm $15/$18 Day: Mondays Dec 12 12-1:30pm $15/$18 Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 13-Oct 25 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Youth Yoga (No Class 10/11) This program is unique because it is structured Nov 1-Dec 13 6:15-7pm $75/$80 and progressive. Participants will work through (No Class 11/22) traditional yoga sequences that are meant to I Speak Italian improve mobility, calm, and focus. This 7-week class Day: Wednesdays is centered around the traditional aspects of yoga. Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Yoga Life Center Certified Instructors Sept 15-Oct 20 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Location: Yoga Life Center Oct 27-Dec 8 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Age: 8-14 (No Class 11/24) Day: Tuesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Vámonos Youth Spanish Club Sept 7-Oct 19 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122 Learning a second language can open a world of After Aug 31 $107/$127 possibilities for your child. In this class students will Nov 2-Dec14 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122 learn Spanish conversation and some Spanish After Oct 26 $107/$127 grammar, reading, and writing skills through Jan 11-Feb 22 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122 interactive and engaging activities. After Jan 4 $107/$127 Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Day: Wednesday Location: Program Center Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 6-11 Sept 8-Oct20 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122 Day: Tuesdays After Sept 1 $107/$127 Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 3-Dec 15 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122 Sept 14-Oct 19 5:30-6:15pm $75/$80 After Oct 27 $107/$122 Oct 26-Dec 7 5:30-6:15pm $75/$80 Jan 12-Feb23 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122 (No Class 11/23) After Jan 5 $107/$127

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PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT Whether you are participating to learn a new skill or improve on something you learned earlier in life, please note that our goal is to ensure that every participant has FUN. The following conduct guidelines serve as a simple reminder that this is recreation, not professional sports:  Respect all participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Lead the way in creating a positive, recreational atmosphere.  Avoid the use of foul or inappropriate language. Set positive examples for the community.  Refrain from inflicting bodily harm on participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Play to have FUN.  Respect all equipment, supplies, and facilities provided by Mokena Community Park District.

Archery 2nd Grade Boys & Girls Recreational Basketball League—5v5 Archery 101 Players register as an individual and are placed onto Whether you are new or an experienced archer, come teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached out and enjoy 4 sessions of archery fun. Students by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play will learn safety, proper technique and form, range 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March procedures, and etiquette. There will be lots of Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are shooting in each session, with challenges and fun played on Saturday mornings/afternoons at The Oaks competition mixed in. The staff at BowDoc Archery Recreation & Fitness Center. Teams will practice once are USA Archery certified coaches. BowDoc Archery per week (if available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS will supply all of the necessary equipment for this should plan to attend and participate in drills at the class. Please wear shoes that cover the entire foot, player evaluation. Player Evaluation is Sunday, sandals and flip flops are not allowed. October 16 (9am-11am) at The Oaks Recreation and Instructor: BowDoc Archery Staff Fitness Center. Location: BowDoc Archery Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Age: 8-17 (Primary) Day: Tuesday Age: 2nd Grade Dates Time Fee R/NR Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Oct 5-26 7-8pm $75/$90 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Sept 17 $80/$95 Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $125/$150

After Oct 6 $130/$155 Basketball 1st Grade Boys & Girls Recreational Basketball 3rd Grade Boys Recreational Basketball League—5v5 League—5v5 Players register as an individual and are placed onto Players register as an individual and are placed onto teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March play 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are played on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings/ played on Thursday evenings or Saturday mornings afternoons at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. at Mokena Elementary School. Teams will practice Teams will practice once per week (if available local once per week (if available) at local schools. ALL schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and PLAYERS should plan to attend and participate in participate in drills at the player evaluation. Fee drills at the player evaluation. Player Evaluation is includes uniform. Player Evaluation is Tuesday, Sunday, October 16 (11am-1pm) at The Oaks October 19 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation Recreation and Fitness Center. and Fitness Center. Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center (Primary) (Primary) Age: 1st Grade Age: 3rd Grade Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $125/$150 Nov 1- March 5 Varies $130/$151 After Oct 6 $130/$155 After Oct 6 $135/$156

16 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] 4th Grade Boys Recreational Basketball 5TH & 6TH Grade Boys Recreational Basketball League—5v5 League—5v5 Players register as an Players register as an individual and are placed onto individual and are placed teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached by onto teams by Park District volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 12 staff, and teams are coached games, and all teams qualify for the March Madness by volunteer parents. Each Tournament at season’s end. Games are played on team is guaranteed to play Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings/afternoons 10 games, and all teams at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Teams will qualify for the March practice once per week (if available) at local schools. Madness Tournament at ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and scrimmage at season’s end. Games are the player evaluation. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird played on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 6. Player or afternoons at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Evaluation is Wednesday, October 20 (6:30pm-8:30pm) Center. Teams will practice once per week (if at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center to attend and participate in drills at the player (Primary) evaluation. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird Grade: 5-6 Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 6. Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Player Evaluation is Monday, October 18 Dates Time Fee R/NR (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174 Center. After Oct 6 $150/$179 Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center (Primary) 5TH & 6TH Grade Girls Recreational Basketball Grade: 4th League—5v5 Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Players register as an individual and Dates Time Fee R/NR are placed onto teams by Park District Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $130/$151 staff, and teams are coached by After Oct 6 $135/$156 volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 12 games, and all 3rd & 4th Grade Girls Recreational Basketball teams qualify for the March Madness League—5v5 Tournament at season’s end. Games Players register as an individual and are placed onto are played on Thursday evenings and teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached Saturday mornings/afternoons at The Oaks Recreation by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to & Fitness Center. Teams will practice once per week (if play 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are attend and scrimmage at the player evaluation. Fee played on Thursday evenings and Saturday morn- includes uniform. Early Bird Registration deadline is ings/afternoons at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Wednesday, October 6. Player Evaluation is Center. Teams will practice once per week (if Wednesday, October 20 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan Mokena Junior High School. to attend and participate in drills at the player Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center evaluation. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird (Primary) Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 6. Age: 5th/6th Grade Player Evaluation is Thursday, October 14 Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Dates Time Fee R/NR Center. Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174 Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center After Oct 6 $150/$179 (Primary) Grade: 3-4 Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Dates Time Fee R/NR Volunteer Coaches Needed! Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $130/$151 After Oct 6 $135/$156 If interested, please contact (708) 390-2401. The league cannot run without the help of volunteer coaches!

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7TH & 8TH Grade Boys Recreational Basketball VOLUNTEER COACHING League—5v5 The park district relies on volunteers to coach Players register as an individual and are placed onto teams in its recreational leagues. Experienced coach teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached or new to the game, we’d love to have you be part of by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play the team. If you are interested in volunteering your 12 games, and all teams qualify for the March time to coach a team, please contact the Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are Administration Office at 708-390-2401. All played on Wednesday or Thursday evenings and volunteer coaches must complete an application, Saturday mornings/afternoons at Mokena Junior High liability waiver, and background check prior to the School or the Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. commencement of any coaching duties. Teams will practice once per week (if available) at If you are interested in coaching but feel you don’t local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and know enough to teach a sport, please know that the scrimmage at the player evaluation. Fee includes park district does have a support system in place to uniform. Early Bird Registration deadline is assist with your needs. Wednesday, October 6. Player Evaluation is Thursday, October 21 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Hockey Recreation and Fitness Center Junior Slapshooters Hockey—Skill Development Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center This is a 6-week instructional program for youth (Primary) ages 8-11, and activities are designed for players Grade: 7-8 interested in learning the fundamentals of floor Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary hockey and having fun. Student to instructor ratio Dates Time Fee R/NR is 5:1, and all activities are prepared and delivered Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174 by Park District staff. Instruction will focus on After Oct 6 $150/$179 shooting, puck-handling, and hand-eye coordina- tion. Park District will supply hockey sticks and 7TH & 8TH Grade Girls Recreational Basketball pucks. League—5v5 Instructor: Park District Staff Players register as an individual and are placed onto Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached Day: Monday by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 12 games, and all teams qualify for the March Age: 8-9 Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are Dates Time Fee R/NR played on Wednesday or Thursday evenings and Oct 4- Nov 8 4:30-5:15pm $55/$66 Saturday mornings/afternoons at Mokena Junior High After Oct 19 $60/$71 School or the Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. Teams will practice once per week (if available) at Ages: 10-11 local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and Dates Time Fee R/NR scrimmage at the player evaluation. Fee includes Oct 4- Nov 8 5:30-6:15pm $55/$66 uniform. Early Bird Registration deadline is After Oct 19 $60/$71 Wednesday, October 6. Player Evaluation is Thursday, October 21 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at Mokena Junior High Ninja School. Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Ninja Class (Primary) Come train like a Ninja Warrior! Kids will develop Grade: 7-8 strength, speed, agility, balance, and coordination Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary on obstacles that replicate ones from American Dates Time Fee R/NR Ninja Warrior. Kids will learn how to navigate Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174 obstacles correctly leading up to a group After Oct 6 $150/$179 competition during the class. Instructor: Park District Staff Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Age: 7-14 Day: Monday-Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dec 20-22 9:30-11am $65/$78 After Oct 19 $70/$83

18 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Volleyball G2VBC Youth Volleyball Academy This is an 8-week instructional program for children Grades 1st to 6th. Activities are designed for players interested in learning the fundamentals of volleyball and having fun. The program focuses on maximum ball touches and participation for the player, both of which are instrumental for player development. Student to instructor ratio is 10:1 and all activities are prepared and delivered by G2VBC staff. Instructor: G2VBC Staff Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Day: Wednesdays

Grades: 1-4 Dates Time Fee R/NR Oct 6- Nov 17 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 After Sept 25 $70/$83 Dec 1- Jan 26 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 After Nov 27 $70/$83

Grades: 5-8 Dates Time Fee R/NR Oct 6- Nov 17 5:30-6:25pm $65/$78 After Sept 25 $70/$83 Dec 1- Jan 26 5:30-6:25pm $65/$78 After Nov 27 $70/$83

VolleyKidz USA—Skills and Drills Clinic Improve your volleyball skills with 6 hours of drills in setting, passing, overhand serving and spiking. You will learn to overhand serve and develop skills to play games. The lesson plan directs the use of self-mastery training and groups that help each student reach a new level. Instructors will organize games at the end of each clinic. Instructor: VolleyKidz Staff Location: Main Park Day: Tuesdays

Ages: 7-10 Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 7-28 4-5:30pm $99/$109 After Sept 1 $104/$114 Oct 5-26 4-5:30pm $99/$109 After Sept 28 $104/$114

Ages: 11-14 Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 7-28 5:30-7pm $99/$109 After Sept 1 $104/$114 Oct 5-26 5:30-7pm $99/$109 After Sept 28 $104/$114

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Art Cooking Rock Designing Hot Chocolate Bombs Come and learn how to design beautiful Get on the new hot chocolate bomb craze. Caribbean beach rocks. We will be using bright Students will learn how to make their own hot acrylic paints and varnish. Different techniques will be chocolate bombs. There will be plenty of sprinkles taught on how to design your own rock. Ex: dragonfly for decorating and they will even make some to take scene, a creative abstract design, flower design or home. Demo and hands-on. Please note any allergies Kindness rock sayings. Please bring a smock apron or when you register. old shirt to protect your clothing. Instructor: Lesley Shworles Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center Location: Program Center Age: 10-15 Age: 10-13 Day: Saturday Day: Tuesday Date Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 6 10am-12pm $50/$55 Nov 2-23 6-7:15pm $35/$40 After Oct 26 $40/$45 Language Boho Necklace Art Zoom Spanish Classes for Middle School and Let's make a personalize "Boho" necklace. We Jr. High School Students—Live will paint a round wood piece that will be This class is a great supplement to middle connected to a cord, painted with a design of your school or junior high Spanish classes or may also be choice. You'll be able to create a necklace personalized taken by students not currently enrolled in a school for you! We will use acrylic paint and varnish. This will Spanish class. Students will learn Spanish grammar be a fun class! Please bring a smock apron or old shirt and communication skills that will give them a to protect your clothing. All other supplies are strong foundation for high school Spanish. Zoom provided. login information will be emailed to participants. Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Location: Program Center Grade: 6-8 Age: 13-17 Day: Tuesday Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 14-Oct 19 4-4:45pm $75/$80 Oct 6-27 6-7:30pm $35/$40 Oct 26-Dec 7 4-4:45pm $75/$80 After Sept 29 $40/$45 (No Class 11/23) Babysitting Babysitter Training Zoom Spanish for High School Students— This is a 2-day class which focuses on providing Live the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and This class is a great supplement to high school responsibly provide care for children and infants in Spanish classes or may also be taken by students not the absence of parents. This training will help enrolled in a high school Spanish class. High school participants to develop leadership skills, learn how to students will cover basic grammar points and develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and vocabulary and practice conversational skills. Zoom others safe, help children behave and learn about basic login information will be emailed to participants child care and basic first aid. Certification for this before the first class. class includes participant’s workbook, emergency Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. guide and CD-Rom as well as an American Red Cross Grade: 9-12 Babysitters Training certificate. Attendance is required Day: Tuesday for the entire two days to receive certificate. Please Dates Time Fee R/NR provide your child with a snack. Sept 14-Oct 19 5:15-6:15pm $75/$80 Instructor: Donna Giove Oct 26-Dec 7 5:15-6:15pm $75/$80 Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center (No Class 11/23) Age: 11-15 Day: Monday & Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 20 & 22 4:30-8pm $75/$80 Nov 15 & 17 4:30-8pm $75/$80

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These leagues provide participants with the opportunity to learn new skills, improve on current skills, and make new friends along the way. Please note that our goal is to ensure that every participant has FUN. The following conduct guidelines serve as a simple reminder that this is recreation, not professional sports: • Respect all participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Lead the way in creating a positive, recreational atmosphere. • Avoid the use of foul or inappropriate language. Set positive examples for the community. • Refrain from inflicting bodily harm on participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Play to have FUN. • Respect all equipment, supplies, and facilities provided by Mokena Community Park District.

Basketball JUNIOR / SENIOR BOYS RECREATIONAL High School Girls Recreational Basketball BASKETBALL LEAGUE – 5 V 5 League—5v5 Players register as an individual and are drafted Players register as an individual and are drafted onto teams by volunteer coaches. Each team is onto teams by volunteer coaches. Each team is guaranteed to play 14 games, and all teams qualify guaranteed to play 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are played on Wednesday or Thursday Most games are played on Sunday afternoons at evenings and Sunday afternoons at local schools, local schools, LWSRA Recreation Center, and The LWSRA Recreation Center, and The Oaks Recreation Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Teams will & Fitness Center. Teams will practice every other practice every other week. ALL PLAYERS should plan week. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird to attend and scrimmage at the player evaluation. Registration deadline is Thursday, October 29. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird Registration Player Evaluation is Saturday, November 6 deadline is Thursday, October 29. Player Evaluation (1-2:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness is Saturday, November 6 (4-5:30pm) at The Oaks Center. Recreation and Fitness Center. Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center (Primary) (Primary) Age: Junior/Senior Age: Freshman-Senior Day: Sunday (Games); other days may vary Day: Sunday (Games); other days may vary Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 15-March 5 Varies $165/$198 Nov 15-March 5 Varies $145/$174 After Oct 29 $170/$203 After Oct 29 $150/$179 Volleyball Freshman/Sophomore Boys Recreational Volley Performance Basketball League—5v5 Improve your vertical with 15 minutes of Volley Players register as an individual and are drafted Performance training with the final 60 minutes of onto teams by volunteer coaches. Each team is spiking drills from the left, middle and right-side of guaranteed to play 14 games, and all teams qualify the court. Learning to spike transition sets from the for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. 10 ft line is introduced. Class drills keep player Games are played on Wednesday or Thursday focused on reach and power while ploy-metrics evenings and Sunday afternoons at local schools, training enhances vertical jump and game LWSRA Recreation Center, and The Oaks Recreation performance. & Fitness Center. Teams will practice every other Instructor: VolleyKidz Staff week. Early Bird Registration deadline is Thursday, Location: Oaks Recreation Center October 29. Player Evaluation is Saturday, November Day: Tuesdays

6 (2:30-4pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Ages: 11-15 Center. Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Sept 7-28 7:30-8:45pm $99/$109 Age: Freshman/Sophomore After Sept 1 $104/$114 Day: Sunday (Games); other days may vary Oct 5-26 7:30-8:45pm $99/$109 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Sept 28 $104/$114 Nov 15-March 5 Varies $165/$198 After Oct 29 $170/$203

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ADULT LEAGUE REGISTRATION GUIDELINES  All participants must be 18 years of age by the date of the first contest (unless otherwise noted).  First-come, first-served. Returning teams do not receive priority registration.  Teams may pay 50% of the registration fee to secure a spot. Remaining balance must be paid by the registration deadline.  Any team cancelling before the registration deadline will be charged 5% of the registration fee (minimum $10). Refunds will not be issued to teams cancelling after the registration deadline.  There will be a $25 late fee for any team registering after the registration deadline.

Basketball Volleyball Adult Basketball Leagues—5v5 Indoor Co-Ed Volleyball Leagues—6v6 Leagues are offered at Men’s 18+, Men’s 30+ levels, Leagues are offered at A, B, C, D, and 50+ levels. Co-Ed, and Women’s. Each team is guaranteed to play Each team is guaranteed to play 10 matches, and 8 games, and the number of teams qualifying for the the number of teams qualifying for the playoffs will playoffs will be determined by the number of be determined by the number of participating participating teams. Team name and color must be teams. Team rosters must consist of a minimum of submitted at registration, and rosters must consist of 6 players or a maximum of 12 players. Cash prizes a minimum of 5 players or a maximum of 12 players. for winners of the regular season and playoffs. Cash prizes for winners of the regular season and Captains’ meeting (for all leagues) will be playoffs. Captains’ meeting (for all leagues) will be Wed., Jan. 5, 2022, 6:30pm at The Oaks Recreation & Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 6:30pm at The Oaks Fitness Center. Early Bird Registration deadline is Recreation & Fitness Center. Early Bird Registration Friday, December 24, 2021. deadline is Friday, December 31, 2021. Age: 18 + Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Men’s 18 & Over League Location: Mokena Junior High School A League Volleyball Age: 18 + Day: Monday Day: Monday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Jan 10-Apr 4 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375 Jan 17- Mar 28 7-9pm $515/$540 After Dec 24 $355/$380 After Dec 31 $520/$545 B League Volleyball Men’s 30 & Over League Day: Tuesday Location: Mokena Junior High School Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 30 + Jan 11-Apr 5 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375 Day: Tuesday After Dec 24 $355/$380 Dates Time Fee R/NR Jan 18- Mar 29 7-9pm $515/$540 C League Volleyball After Dec 31 $520/$545 Day: Tuesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Adult Co-Ed Basketball League Jan 11-Apr 5 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375 Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center After Dec 24 $355/$380 Age: 18+ Day: Friday D League Volleyball Dates Time Fee R/NR Day: Wednesday Jan 21- Apr 1 7-9pm $515/$540 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Dec 31 $520/$545 Jan 12-Apr 6 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375 After Dec 24 $355/$380 Women’s Adult Basketball League Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Adult 50+ League Volleyball Age: 18+ Age: 50 + Day: Friday Day: Monday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Jan 21- Apr 1 7-9pm $515/$540 Jan 10-Apr 4 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375 After Dec 31 $520/$545 After Dec 24 $355/$380

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Cooking FREE AGENCY Want to play in a league, but don’t have a TikTok Cooking Trends Have you watched videos on some of the latest team? Call the Administrative Office at food trends but are afraid to try? In this class 708-390-2401 and we’ll try to get you placed you will learn to make feta cheese and tomato pasta on an existing team. If enough free agents are along with a few other latest trends to wow your available, we will create a new team. Team friends. placement is not guaranteed. Instructor: Lesley Shworles Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center G2VBC Adult All-Skills Volleyball Lessons Age: 18 + This instructional program introduces new adult Day: Saturday players and welcomes back past players at the Dates Time Fee R/NR beginner level. G2VBC staff will teach technique Sept 25 10am-12pm $45/$50 and help participants build skills that will help After Sept 18 $50/$55 prepare them for recreational and lower-intermediate match play. Activities will focus Dancing around the team concept and cover the basics of Line Dancing—Intermediate volleyball skills, specifically serving, passing, Maxine will teach two current intermediate level line setting, blocking, and hitting. dances per session. Participants must have knowledge Instructor: G2VBC Staff of the basics in line dancing for this class: Quarter Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center turns, half turns, triple forwards, back, and sides, and Age: 18 + rock steps. This class is not for beginners. Join the Day: Friday fun, get good exercise, and dance, dance, dance. Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Maxine Nowobilski Oct 1-Nov 19 7-8pm $62/$74 Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center After Sept 20 $67/$79 Age: 18 + Dec 3-Jan 21 7-8pm $62/$74 Day: Wednesday After Nov 22 $67/$79 Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 22-Nov 3 1-2pm $49/$58 Chess After Sept 15 $54/$63 Adult Chess Scholars Nov 17-Dec 15 1-2pm $25/$30 Chess Scholars adult After Nov 10 $30/$35 chess programs are designed for a wide range of Line Dancing—Advanced players, from absolute Maxine will teach one to two advanced line dances beginners through an inter- per six-week session. Participants must have mediate level ready for experience with intermediate level dances for this tournament play. Chess stimulates cognitive, class. Most dances have complicated and syncopated metacognitive, social and emotional development eight counts with lots of quarter, half and full turns. in people of all ages! Our chess coaches will be Dance shoes are recommended. Expect thorough covering such topics as how the pieces move, the teaching and review. Must of taken Maxine’s concepts of check and checkmate, the relative value Intermediate class first in order to register for the of the pieces and an introduction of strategy, advanced class! tactics and basic endgames. Each class will begin Instructor: Maxine Nowobilski with an instructional period and then we will play Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center in-class games. A social and fun chess tournament Age: 18 + will be held at the end of the session. Day: Friday Instructor: Chess Scholars Dates Times Fee R/NR Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center Sept 17-Oct 29 1-2pm $49/$58 Age: 18 + After Sept 10 $54/$63 Day: Wednesday Nov 5-Dec 17 1-2pm $49/$58 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Oct 29 $54/$63 Sept 29-Nov 3 5:45-6:45pm $125/$130 After Sept 21 $130/$125

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Social Ballroom Level 1 Language In no time at all you'll learn the basic steps of the Parlez-vous Francais? French for Adults waltz, foxtrot, rumba, and jitterbug. Beginner class Has learning French always been on your bucket emphasizes fun, ease of movement, and music list? Well, here’s your perfect opportunity to learn recognition. Dance partner is required. Program this beautiful language! In this relaxed, small-class consists of four sessions. Price is per couple. environment, you will learn French conversation Instructor: Becky Simon and some grammar and phonetics that you can Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center immediately begin using. This class will be tailored Age: 18 + to the needs of the students enrolled. Day: Friday Instructor: Language in Action Dates Times Fee R/NR Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center Sept 10-Oct 1 7-8pm $90/$108 Age: 18 + After Sept 3 $95/$113 Day: Monday Oct 22-Nov 12 7-8pm $90/$108 Dates Times Fee R/NR After Oct 15 $95/$113 Sept 20-Nov 1 7-8pm $75/$80 (No Class 10/11) Swing Dance Nov 8-Dec 13 7-8pm $75/$80 Swing Dance remains one of the most popular dance styles in modern dance clubs. Dance to the big The Spanish Acquisition - Spanish Classes bands, the Beach Boys, Lady Gaga and more! You will Have you always wanted to learn a foreign learn the single time swing (jitterbug) and the triple time language, but never had the opportunity? Now is the swing. The basic dance steps of each style are relatively perfect time! In this relaxed, small-class easy to learn. As you gain more confidence you can environment you will learn Spanish conversation, layer on different moves as the mood – and the song grammar, and phonetics which you can immediately rhythm – strikes you. Couples are recommended but begin using. This class will be tailored to fit the not necessary. Singles are not guaranteed a partner. needs of the students enrolled. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Price is per Instructor: Language in Action person. Location: Program Center Instructor: Becky Simon Age: 18 + Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center Day: Tuesday Age: 18 + Dates Times Fee R/NR Day: Tuesday Sept 14-Oct 19 6:30-7:30pm $75/$80 Dates Times Fee R/NR Oct 26-Dec 7 6:30-7:30pm $75/$80 Oct 26-Nov 16 7-8pm $40/$45 (No Class 11/23) After Oct 19 $45/$50 Zoom Spanish for Adults—Live Horseback Riding Have you ever wanted to learn a foreign Holiday Ladies Night language, but never had the opportunity? Now is the Calling all ladies! Gather your friends, relatives, time! Stay connected and learn Spanish from the co-workers for an evening of fun, fun, and fun! Don’t safety and comfort of your own home via the miss out on an evening of appetizers and beverages interactive Zoom platform! In this class you will and best of all, horses! Whether you are a novice or an learn conversational Spanish that you can experienced rider, the activities are designed so that immediately begin using. Zoom login information all can participate in the fun regardless of riding will be emailed to participants before the first class. experience. So grab a friend or two and come make Instructor: Language in Action memories at Nova Quarter Horses, Inc. Jeans and hard Age: 18 + sole shoes are required. Day: Tuesday Location: Nova Quarter Horses, Inc. Dates Times Fee R/NR Age: 18 + Sept 14-Oct 19 10-11am $75/$80 Day: Saturday Oct 26-Dec 7 10-11am $75/$80 Date Times Fee R/NR (No Class 11/23) December 4 5-7pm $75/$80 Day: Wednesday After Nov 26 $80/$85 Dates Times Fee R/NR Sept 15-Oct 20 6-7pm $75/$80 Oct 27-Dec 8 6-7pm $75/$80 (No Class 11/24) 24 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Golden-Agers

Rock Designing Prime Timers– Get-together Come and learn how to For those young at heart 55+! Come design a beautiful socialize with friends and play some Caribbean beach rock. We will cards. We will provide the cards and work with some beautiful vibrant colors. We will be using acrylic coffee, while you relax, socialize and paints and varnish. Different techniques will make new friends. Card game is usually be taught on how to design your own rock. pinochle. Prime Timers will meet most Example: dragonfly scene, a creative abstract Tuesdays at The Oaks building but may design, flower design or Kindness rock be canceled to accommodate other park sayings. Please bring a smock, apron or old district programming. Please sign in and shirt to protect your clothing. All other supplies are provided. pay the fee at the front desk. Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Location: The Oaks Recreation and Location: Program Center Fitness Center-Walnut Room Age: 55+ Age: 55+ Day: Tuesday Day: Tuesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 7-28 11am-12:15pm $38/$43 Time: 12:30-3:30pm After Aug 30 $43/$48 Fee R/NR: $1

Lunch Bunch Grab some friends or come make new ones while enjoying some lunch and bingo. We will be feasting on a buffet style lunch, socializing with old and new friends, and playing three rounds of bingo. Fee includes lunch, drinks, dessert, and bingo cards. Location: The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center-Walnut Room Age: 55+ Day Date Time Fee R/NR Wed Sept 22 11am-1pm $10/$12 Wed Dec 15 11am-1pm $10/$12

What is Silver Sneakers?  Silver Sneakers is a health and fitness program designed for adults 65+ that’s included with many Medicare Plans.  Individuals that have this program can receive a FREE fitness membership to The Oaks.  Check with your Medicare plan to see if Silver Sneakers is included in your insurance plan.  If you qualify, stop by The Oaks and sign up for your FREE fitness membership today!

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26 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] 10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 27 Open Gym at The Oaks

Open Gym Basketball For the current Open Gym schedule, please visit the Registration Desk at The Oaks or our website. For more information, call The Oaks Registration Desk at (708) 390-2343. Open Gym schedule is subject to change without notice.

The Oaks Open Gym Guidelines Field House policies  Open Gym is for basketball unless otherwise  Clean athletic shoes – NO street shoes or shoes noted. that leave black marks.  Open Gym is for free play only—no private  Shirts must be worn at all times. instruction or coaching of teams or individuals.  No food allowed in gym.  Scheduled Open Gym available to members of The  Only water in plastic drink bottles is permitted. Oaks Fitness Center, residents and non-residents  No slam dunking or hanging on rim or net. of Mokena Community Park District.  No fighting, foul or obscene language, spitting or  Participants are required to have a parent/ graffiti. guardian signed waiver. New waivers are required  Unacceptable behavior will result in expulsion every November 1. from facility.  Participants will need to present two forms of  Gym Attendant is in charge of enforcing policies identification: Proof of residency and a Photo ID. for your safety and enjoyment. In cases of Anyone presenting false information will be dispute or player misconduct, the gym permanently barred from the facility. attendant’s ruling is final.  Adults – Valid Driver’s License, Bank/Credit Card  Sharing courts and goals is a must. Gym Statement, Current Utility Bill. attendant reserves the right to split full court  Youth (under 16) Current Report Card/School games to half court games when deemed Schedule, Birth Certificate, School ID. necessary.  ALL participants, including members of the  Park District not responsible for lost or stolen fitness center, must check-in at the registration items. desk with identification and pay the appropriate  Basketballs available for use in exchange for a fee for daily admittance for open gym. Driver’s License, Membership Card, School ID, or  Fee based programs are NOT included as part of keys. The item left will be returned when the the open gym program (Leagues, etc.). basketball is returned.  Additional fees may apply for Open Gym activities. Open Gym Fees  Daily visits and punch cards are non-refundable and non-transferable.  Fees are subject to change without notice.  Lost or stolen cards will not be replaced.  One daily visit=one punch on the card.  10-punch cards expire 12 months from date of purchase and 20-punch cards expire 18 months from date of purchase.

Daily Visit $4R/$13NR 10-Punch Card $35R/$125NR 20-Punch Card $60R/$240NR

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2021 Oaks Group Training Programs “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you”. See what group training at The Oaks is all about and start training outside the fitness box for real results.  Motivation, support, comradery and fun competition  Limited to a small group to ensure optimal training results and personalized attention  Results and exercise education Specialized equipment including rower/assault bike, rope/suspension training, kettlebell, boxing and much more! For information, contact the Fitness Manager at (708) 390-2344 or visit www.mokenapark.com.

Group Fitness Youth Movement K.B.S. Training Join Youth Movement and learn confidence, K.B.S. is a group training self-esteem, comradery, team-work and much program that focuses on more while having fun with fitness. Certified improving overall body strength personal trainers will lead all skill levels through and conditioning without using fun circuits, games, interval training and time for traditional group fitness play. A variety of fun fitness equipment will be exercises. K.B.S. stands for incorporated as well. “Kettle Bell, Boxing and Instructor: Joe J. Suspension” Training. To receive optimal training Location: Oaks Field House/Multi-Purpose Room results, it is suggested that participants bring boxing Age: 8-12 gloves and a heart rate monitor to use in this class. Day: Wednesdays Instructor: Laura C. Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: Oaks Multi-Purpose Room Oct 6-Nov 3 5:30-6:30pm $49/$59 Age: 16 + After Oct 4 $54/$64 Day: Friday Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Paulette M. Oct 22–Dec 10 6:45-7:45am $67/$80 Location: Oaks Field House/Multi-Purpose Room After Oct 20 $72/$85 Age: 8 -12 Day: Saturdays Ultimate Athletic Training Dates Time Fee R/NR Come and improve your fitness level while working on Oct 9-Nov 6 10:15-11:15am $49/$59 sports agility training, plyometrics, explosive power After Oct 7 $54/$64 drills and basic interval training all in one packed calorie burning total conditioning class! Session Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must includes being measured at the beginning and at the sign up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception end of the eight weeks for overall body fat reduction Desk. Registration Deadline is two days prior to and improved cardiovascular endurance. Note: This free class. class is suitable for individuals who have been exercising on a consistent basis who are at least an Day/Date Time Fee R/NR intermediate level of fitness with no current injuries Wed Sep 29 5:30-6:15pm FREE or major health concerns. Sat Oct 2 10:15-11:00am FREE Instructor: Laura C. Location: Oaks Field House Age: 18 + Day: Tuesdays/Thursdays Dates Time Fee R/NR Oct 7–Dec 2 6:45-7:45am $108/$129 Check out page 15 for (No class Nov 25) After Oct 5 $113/$134 Kids and Youth Yoga Dec 7–Jan 27 6:45-7:45am $108/$129 classes! After Dec 5 $113/$134

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Specialty Mind/Body Programs Zumba® Gentle Yoga Mix (Live & Virtual) Zumba® Gold Gentle Yoga is an hour yoga class incorporating Love Zumba® but the regular version is flexibility & basic yoga components to improve range too hard? Zumba® Gold is perfect for of motion throughout the aging process. Learn how anyone looking for a Zumba “light” class to decrease stress & tension as well as lengthening or beginners to Zumba, active older the body. Part of the class will also focus on adults, (both men and women) who are ® relaxation techniques. Note: There is an in-person looking for a modified Zumba class, pregnant (live) option to attend this class in addition to being women or anyone who may have limited mobility. presented through Zoom. The Zoom app is free to Zumba® Gold recreates the original moves you love download to your computer, tablet, smartphone or at a lower-intensity! Focuses on balance, range of laptop. A Zoom link, that will be used for the session, motion and coordination as well as cardiovascular & will be emailed to you prior to the start of the first muscular conditioning. Oaks Members receive a class. discount for Zumba® classes! If you are a member, Instructor: Olga P. you must register at The Oaks Reception Desk to Location: Cypress Room receive your discount. Age: 21 + Instructor: Lisa C. Day: Tuesdays Location: Oaks Cypress Room Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 16 + Sept 14-Nov 2 11am-12pm $60/$72 After Sept 12 $65/$77 Day: Tuesdays Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 16-Jan 4 11am-12pm $60/$72 Oct 19-Dec 7 10:30-11:30am $54/$64 After Nov 14 $65/$77 After Oct 17 $59/$69

Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign Dec 21-Feb 8 10:30-11:30am $54/$64 up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. After Dec 19 $59/$69 Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class. Day: Fridays Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Tues, Sept 7 11-11:45am FREE Oct 22-Dec 17 10:30-11:30am $54/$64 Tues, Nov 9 11-11:45am FREE (No class 11/26) After Oct 20 $59/$69

Tai Chi Qigong Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign Tired? Stressed? No Energy? Improve your health, up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. balance and coordination by letting the slow, gentle Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class. movements of Tai Chi/Qigong set the tone for your day. Quiet your mind and in just 8 weeks learn to Day/Date Time Fee R/NR relax anytime and in any place by learning the Tues Oct 12 10:30-11:15am FREE practice of Tai Chi/Qigong and improve your quality Fri Oct 15 10:30-11:15am FREE of life - for the rest of your life. Instructor: William N. Location: Cypress Room Age: 18 + Day: Wednesdays Dates Time Fee R/NR Dec 1-Jan 19 10:30-11:30am $63/$75 After Nov 29 $68/$80

Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class.

Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Wed Nov 17 10:30-11:30am FREE

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Zumba® STRONG NATION by Zumba® Do you want to love working out, burn This newer class by Zumba® is NOT a dance class but tons of calories and get hooked? Join a popular HIIT-style (high-intensity interval training) our dynamic Zumba® instructor Lisa to class. Geared towards participants looking to achieve long term benefits while increase their intensity levels of training, maximize having a blast! Zumba® combines workout benefits and see real results from their Latin rhythms and easy to follow efforts! High-intensity moves are interchanged with moves to create an awesome, lower intensity moves throughout the workout, exhilarating workout that will leave you breathless making it possible for people of all fitness levels to and wanting more. Come join us for an hour of participate. Oaks Members receive a discount for energizing, awe-inspiring, hip swinging, whole body Zumba® classes! If you are a member, you must movements meant to engage and captivate! Oaks register at The Oaks Reception Desk to receive your Members receive a discount for Zumba® classes! If discount. you are a member, you must register at The Oaks Instructor: Lisa C. Reception Desk to receive your discount. Location: Oaks MP Room Instructor: Lisa C. Age: 16 + Location: Oaks Cypress Room Day: Saturdays Age: 16 + Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 20–Jan 22 9-10am $54/$64 Day: Mondays After Nov 18 $59/$69 Dates Time Fee R/NR Oct 11-Nov 29 6:30-7:30pm $54/$64 After Oct 9 $59/$69

Dec 13-Jan 31 6:30-7:30pm $54/$64 After Dec 11 $59/$69

Day: Wednesdays Dates Time Fee R/NR Oct 6-Dec 1 6:30-7:30pm $54/$64 After Oct 4 $59/$69

Dec 15-Feb 2 6:30-7:30pm $54/$64 After Dec 13 $59/$69 Group Exercise Whether your goal is to lose weight, build Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign strength, or improve overall health, our classes up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class. provide the environment you need to stay motivated and continually enhance your Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Wed, Sept 29 6:30-7:15pm FREE physical and mental well being. Group exercise classes are available to members of The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center, residents and non-residents of the Mokena Community Park District. Our Group Exercise Punch Card allows you to participate in the class you choose, at the time that is convenient for you! Schedule and instructors are subject to change without notice. For the current Group Exercise schedule, please visit The Oaks Reception Desk or our website, www.mokenapark.com.

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Outdoor Tai Chi Qigong Workshop Come and join us to experience the benefits of Tai Chi Qigong. Tai Chi instructor, William, will take you through the benefits of this life changing practice with the addition of an introductory class. You will learn how Tai Chi Qigong can improve sleep, mood, physical energy, clarity and focus as well as reducing depression, stress and anxiety. Note: In the event of inclement weather, Tai Chi Qigong will be held indoors at The Oaks in the Cypress Room. Register by September 6! Instructor: William N. Location: Yunker Park Band Shell Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Wed Sep 8 10:30-12pm FREE

Bring a Friend Week Fitness Five Class Pass! Everyone knows that working out with a friend Have you always wanted to try a variety of and having someone to be accountable to can be Group Exercise classes but hesitate because motivating when striving to reach your fitness you’re unsure whether you will like them? The goals. Now is the time to bring someone to benefits of participating in group fitness are workout with so you both can motivate each endless including a fun social atmosphere, other. During this week you can bring a friend, weekly variety with your workouts, spouse or other family member to The Oaks to camaraderie, motivating instructors & learning utilize the fitness center or take a class. Re- how to bust through exercise plateaus! Take strictions apply. advantage of this opportunity to try out Age: 18 + different classes to see if it is the right fit for Location: The Oaks Recreation & you! Note: Non-members don’t need to be Fitness Center present with a member to participate; must be Dates: October 18—October 24 a first-time guest only please. *Times of classes vary, specialty classes not included. Please Fall Membership Drives refer to the current Oaks Group Exercise For additional membership sale dates during Schedule for class times and descriptions. the holidays; please check Facebook® and Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center www.mokenapark.com or call 708-390-2343. Days: Monday—Friday Dates: November 15-19 “Fall into Fitness” Membership Sale Fall into fitness with a new you for the fall The Oaks Member season and beyond! Oaks Fitness Center Referral Program memberships include unlimited group exercise Refer a new member to classes, indoor walking track, open gym, no long The Oaks anytime of -term contracts or annual fees and much more! the year and receive a Join The Oaks in October and receive no free month credit of enrollment fee from 10/1-10/31/21. Stop in for membership! Be sure a tour today, try it out for free (restrictions your friend mentions apply) and see why The Oaks has the best value your name at time of for your fitness dollar! *Fitness center joining. Note: memberships start at 10 years old (restrictions Restrictions apply. apply).

32 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Fitness Class Information Fitness Center Members Members of the fitness center receive unlimited Group Exercise access to Group Exercise classes at The Oaks. Whether your goal is to lose weight, build strength, or Exception: Specialty (fee-based) programs are not improve overall health, our classes provide the included. Members who would like to participate environment you need to stay motivated and in Group Exercise classes must sign in at the continually enhance your physical and mental well Registration Desk prior to participating in a class. being. Group exercise classes are available to members There will be a fee of $5 to replace lost or of The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center, residents misplaced membership cards. and non-residents of the Mokena Community Park

District. Our Group Exercise Punch Card allows you to Non-members of the Fitness Center participate in the class you choose, at the time that is Non-members of the fitness center are convenient for you! Schedule and instructors are encouraged to attend group exercise classes by subject to change without notice. For the current Group purchasing a 10 or 20 class punch card or paying Exercise schedule, please visit The Oaks Reception Desk for a single class visit. Punch cards are or our website, www.mokenapark.com. non-transferable and non-refundable.

Virtual Group Fitness Classes Punch Cards If you are traveling, not ready to come back into a class Punch Cards can be purchased at The Oaks setting or some days have limited time to get to class, Recreation and Fitness Center Registration Desk. we have virtual options with your favorite instructors Expiration Date: 10-punch card expires 12 months available through Zoom! Classes can be accessed by from date of purchase; 20-punch card expires 18 computer, smartphone, tablet or laptop by months from date of purchase. downloading the free Zoom app.

Single class: $7R/$9NR Oaks Members Monthly Virtual Class Pass One 10-punch card: $65R/$85NR All members must sign-up monthly for the free One 20-punch card: $120R/$160NR virtual class pass on www.mokenapark.com or at The

Oaks Reception Desk. After signing up for the monthly Policies pass, you will receive all zoom class links for the group exercise virtual classes (Specialty classes not included).  One group exercise class=one punch on the card. Virtual Participants/Non-Members  All participants will check-in at the To sign up for a virtual class, an individual class fee is Registration Desk to show their Group $4 which will have the fee and class name to choose Exercise punch card. when registering. (Specialty classes not included) The  Participation in group exercise classes is on a Zoom login information will be emailed to participants first-come, first-serve basis. before the class starts. Registration for all paid virtual  Please be on time for class. We suggest classes must be done by 4pm the day before the class arriving early to help ensure your spot in you want to attend. class.  Each class requires a minimum of 5 Group Exercise Classes & Virtual Class Options participants for 3 weeks or the class may be canceled. Total Body Intervals Yoga/Meditation  Individuals must be at least 16 years of age to (Virtual Options) (Virtual Option) participate in group exercise classes, 13-15 Pilates (Virtual Options) Tabata/Cardio/Strength years old must be accompanied by an adult. Cardio Boxing Circuits (Virtual Options)  Punch cards may not be used toward specialty (Virtual Options) Vinyasa Yoga (fee-based) classes. Challenge Ride (Virtual Options)  Single classes and punch cards are Basic Step & Sculpt Yoga/Meditation non-refundable. Candlelight Yoga (Virtual Options)  Schedule and instructors are subject to change (Virtual Options) Be Strong without notice. For class descriptions and Cycle/Strength (Virtual Options) schedule, please visit The Oaks Reception FusionBarre Fusion Lower Body/Ab Blast Desk or refer to our website at (Virtual Options) (Virtual Options) www.mokenapark.com. H.I.I.T Training Active Mix Lite Pilates/  Questions or Comments? Give us your (Virtual Options) Stretch feedback at (708)390-2343 or B-Fit Boot Camp [email protected].

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Community Gardens Park ‘n Bark Dog Park Rental of our garden plots will be available for The Park ‘n Bark Dog Park is open year residents and non-residents on a first-come, -round from dawn to dusk. Portions of first-served basis. Plots are 12’ x 12’, and are $25 per the dog park may be closed plot for residents, $40 per plot for non-residents. (Proof periodically for maintenance, or to of residency will be required.) accommodate special events. An  Gardeners will be sent an informational packet annual pass is required for before the growing season. admittance. Dogs must have the  Planting may begin on May 1. following immunizations: Rabies and  Plots not planted by June 1 will be returned to the DHLPP. Proof of current vaccinations will be Park District for re-rental. (No refunds) required. There are small dog and large dog  Plots must be completely cleaned out by November sections, dogs over 30 pounds cannot be in the 1 or rental privileges for successive years will be small dog section. For a complete list of rules, and forfeited, and a clean-up fine may be assessed. to obtain a registration packet, visit our website at  Water is provided on-site and gardener supplies www.mokenapark.com and look for the Dog Park their own tools, plants, etc. page under “Parks and Facilities”. Fees for a 2021  Drop off your paper work and payment to the annual pass are: R/NR: $25/$35 for first dog and $5 Administration Center. for each additional dog. Passes may be purchased  At the end of the gardening season, if you wish to during regular business hours at the Administration keep your plot please contact the Administration Center (Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm). Center to pre-pay for the next year.

36 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Park Offerings Donate-a-Tree IAPD Youth License Plate Celebrate a birth, anniversary, or memorialize a loved Park Districts in Illinois have been one with a donation to purchase a tree to be planted providing vital Youth programs for in the park of your choice. Your contribution of $100 many years. These license plates or more, with a matching donation by the Park District help fund activities for Illinois’ youth. Apply for your of up to $100, will cover the cost to plant and care for Park District Youth License Plate. For more a tree at least 1.5 inches in diameter. A one-year information, call the Illinois Association of Park guarantee and a one-time replacement within twelve Districts at 1-877-523-4558 or the Secretary of State months of planting are provided by the Park District. at 1-800-252-8980. Park benches and other park amenities are also available. Call the Administration Center for details, Innova Discs Available for Purchase (708) 390-2402. Discs are available for purchase at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center in a variety of weights, Free Walking Track styles, colors and prices. Disc Golf Bags are also The Mokena Park District offers residents of the Park available. District 13 years of age and over (8 to 12-year olds with a parent) the opportunity to use the three-lane, Mokena Community Park District Foundation elevated walking track located at The Oaks Recreation The Mokena Community Park and Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena. District Foundation is Interested residents should sign in at the Reception a 501(c)3 charitable Desk to obtain an ID card and use the track for FREE. foundation. Its mission is to (Proof of residency required.) raise funds to provide scholarships for Park District Gift Certificates or Affiliate organization Give a gift that will be sure to fit. Whatever the programming for children of occasion, Gift certificates are available in a variety of the community in need, scholarships for local dollar amounts. Just drop by the Administration residents attending an accredited college to obtain Center or The Oaks today! a degree in the Parks and Recreation field, and for capital projects and landscaping/beautification Volunteer Opportunities projects. Information about the Foundation, along Volunteers are an essential part of the Park District with applications for Financial Aid for Programming, that enable us to offer a wide variety of programs and can be found on the Park District website: events. Call the Administration Center at www.mokenapark.com. 708-390-2409 to find out about the opportunities that are available.

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Register in Person: at The Administration Center Refund Policy (10925 La Porte Rd.) or The Oaks Recreation & Fitness  Requests for cancellation must be made by phone, Center (10847 La Porte Rd.) during regular business or email between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm. hours, with cash, check, or credit/debit card (Visa, Monday through Friday at the Administration MasterCard, AmEx, Discover). After hours, a mail slot Center only. Requests received via email after is provided north of the entrance doors at the 4:00pm will be dated for the next business day. Administration Center.  Deadline for requesting a refund is the registration deadline for all programs unless Register On-line: Go to www.mokenapark.com. otherwise noted. (Unless specified otherwise, Available 24 hours a day. A customer account with a registration deadline is 7 days prior to first class user name and password is required to use our session.) on-line system. Residents must prove residency (in  Classes or programs which meet multiple sessions, person or email valid ID to [email protected]) a full refund minus $10 processing fee and any before using the system for the first time, in order to other associated costs which have already been avoid paying non-resident rates. incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.).  Classes or programs which meet once, a credit Register Early: Take advantage of early registration toward future programming will be issued minus for lower fees. Most programs, leagues, and trips have $10 processing fee and any other associated costs fixed enrollment; therefore registration is on a which have already been incurred (uniforms, first-come, first-served basis. Prior participation does supplies, etc.). not guarantee a spot. Registrations accepted after the  Adult Athletic Leagues, a refund minus 5% of the registration deadline may incur additional fees. full team registration fee, minimum of $20 and any other associated costs which have already Payment: Full tuition and/or fees must be paid to been incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.). Mokena Park District at time of registration. Credit/  No refunds on any trip or special event unless Debit cards accepted are Visa, Discover, MasterCard, otherwise noted. and American Express. Checks should be made  If the Park District cancels a trip or program prior payable to Mokena Community Park District. There is to its start, you will receive a full refund. a twenty five dollar ($25) charge for any NSF check  Credits or make-up classes are not available if a returned by the bank. class is missed.  In accordance with our Behavior Policy, Hold Harmless Agreement: In accordance with Park appropriate behavior is expected at all times. District policy, all program participants must sign a Participants who are asked to leave a class or hold harmless agreement prior to the first day of facility due to inappropriate or potentially harmful participation in a program. No individual will be behavior are not eligible for a refund. allowed to participate in a Park District program  Medical Reasons, a prorated refund will be issued without a signed waiver on file. A parent/guardian upon receipt of a doctor’s note stating the must sign for family members under the age of 18. individual can no longer participate in the This form will be made available at time of program. The refund will be prorated from the registration. If registering on-line, by clicking confirm date of receipt of the doctor's note. forms you are agreeing to the hold harmless agreement waiver. PLEASE NOTE • Errors may occur in the brochure, and changes Insurance: The Park District is committed to are made to dates, times, and locations, etc. We conducting its recreation programs and activities in apologize for these omissions and will notify the safest manner possible. Participants are reminded patrons as soon as possible. that the Park District does not carry medical accident • Enrollment is limited in all programs, so early insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The registration is always recommended. Prior cost of this insurance would make program fees participation in a program does not guarantee prohibitive. enrollment. Programs may fill and registration may be closed before the registration deadline Call 708-390-2401 or visit occurs. www.mokenapark.com • Some programs/events may be canceled or for more info! changed due to COVID regulations.

38 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] General Policies and Information Alcoholic Beverages Pets Alcoholic beverages are PROHIBITED in all park When visiting local parks with your pet, please district parks and facilities. Consent will be granted remember that Park District and Village ordinances for special events of the district and for indoor require dogs to be leashed at all times. Leashes may rentals, by applicants who meet strict permitting and not be more than 6’ in length. Pets are not allowed at insurance guidelines. any time on the disc golf course, tennis courts, athletic fields, or enclosed ball fields, playground Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) areas and jogging or bike paths. Violators are subject Mokena Park District prohibits discrimination in the to fines up to $1000. Owners are responsible for provision of services, programs, or facilities to indi- cleaning up pet waste from public property. viduals with disabilities in accordance with the law. Photography at Park District Programs, Events Athletic Fields On occasion, Park District staff may photograph or Any teams or organizations wishing to use outdoor videotape participants in Park District programs, Park District athletic fields or facilities for practices, classes or at park events/facilities. These photos are games, or tournaments must submit an Athletic Field for Park District use only, and may be used in public Usage Request to the Recreation Supervisor/Athletics, advertisements, publications, brochures, website, a minimum of two weeks before requested usage. For social media, pamphlets, flyers, or videos. Individuals more information, please call 708-390-2408. will not be identified. If you do not wish to have your picture taken, please inform the photographer. Behavior Policy In keeping with our program goals, we encourage fun Photography Policy for Professional Photographers for all our participants. However, to ensure everyone’s Still photography, filming, and digital imaging are safety, appropriate behavior is expected at all times. permitted for private, non-commercial use only. All Participants who are asked to leave a class or facility professional photographers, wedding parties, and due to inappropriate or potentially harmful behavior private groups larger than 5 people taking photos/ are not eligible for a refund. videos on Mokena Park District property are required to obtain a photography permit, per General Use Ord. Brochure Distribution 4-9. Violators may be subject to fines. Photo Permit The Mokena Park District relies on the postal service applications may be obtained at the Administration for the distribution of our seasonal brochures. The Office, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena, IL. Permits will Park District assumes no responsibility for delivery. be issued in one-hour increments, one hour min. at $25 per hour. Permits are issued on a first-come, Inclement Weather first-served basis and no more than one permit will If classes or programs are cancelled due to inclement be issued per area for any given time slot. weather, information will be posted on our website at Smoking Policy www.mokenapark.com, as well as our Facebook page. Effective October 22, 2019, per You may also visit the public website Ordinance 19-2. An Ordinance www.emergencyclosings.com for preschool closures. Regarding Tobacco-Free Parks, no

person shall use any form of Park Watch – See Something, Say Something! tobacco at or on any Mokena Community Park We need your help. If you notice acts of District-owned or operated indoor OR outdoor vandalism or antisocial behavior or equipment in recreational facilities, including restrooms, need of repair in any park, please call 708-390-2401. spectator and concession areas. These facilities Major misconduct should be reported directly to the include playgrounds, athletic fields, parks, walking/ police. A reward of $500 will be offered for hiking trails “Tobacco" is defined to include any information leading to the arrest and conviction of lighted or unlighted cigarette, including but not the person or persons committing acts of vandalism limited to clove, bidis, or kreteks, electronic or to park property. e-cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, hookah products, and any other smoking products; and any smokeless, spit or spit-less, dissolvable or inhaled tobacco products, including but not limited to dip, chew, snuff or snus, in any form; and all nicotine delivery devices that are not FDA-approved as cessation products.

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Lincoln-Way High School District 210 Mokena Community Public Library District www.lw210.org www.mokenalibrary.org (708) 479-9663 Mokena Baseball/Softball Association MBSA offers recreational t-ball, baseball, and softball Mokena Youth Athletic Association (Mokena leagues for boys and girls ages 4 and up. MBSA’s Burros Cheerleading & Flag Football/Illinois Jr. mission is to provide a first-class baseball and Celtics Football) softball organization for youth of all talents in the MYAA offers youth tackle football, flag football, and Mokena community. The mental, physical, and social cheerleading programs. MYAA is a non-profit organ- development in baseball and softball as well as ization formed to provide area youth with the teaching life lessons in sportsmanship and teamwork opportunity in football and cheerleading. Their goal are top priorities. All registration for the spring and is to promote and instill self-confidence, good fall seasons will be done on-line. Please check their sportsmanship, camaraderie, and physical/mental website - www.mbsa.org – for announcements about development while learning the techniques of registration. football and cheerleading. All registration will be done on-line. Please visit www.Mokenaburros.com Mokena Chamber of Commerce for announcements about registration. www.mokena.com (708) 479-2468 New Lenox Elementary School District 122 Mokena Elementary School District 159 www.nlsd122.org www.mokena159.org (815) 485-2169 (708) 342-4900 Summit Hill Elementary School Mokena Police Department—Block Home Program District 161 The purpose of the Block Home Program is to provide www.summithill.org a place that is safe for children to go to when in need (815) 469-9103 of help. Block homes provide help for: a lost child, a child in threat of harm from a stranger, and an Village of Mokena injured child. For more information, please contact www.mokena.org the Police Dept. at 708-479-3912. (708) 479-3900

Lincoln-Way Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) 1900 Heather Glen Drive, New Lenox (815) 320-3500 www.lwsra.org

LWSRA has provided adaptive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities since 1976. LWSRA is supported through a cooperative agreement that includes Frankfort, Frankfort Square, Manhattan, Mokena, New Lenox, Peotone and Wilmington Island Park Districts. LWSRA offers a wide variety of programs, athletic activities, and special events for individuals from preschool through adult who have disabilities and whose recreational needs are not met by regular park district programs. LWSRA offers many athletic opportunities including participation in Special Olympics of Illinois. They offer a variety of programs that encompass social endeavors, health and fitness enhancement and learning experiences for all ages and abilities. Transportation is provided for many programs and scholarships are available to qualifying residents of the cooperative park districts.

The Mokena Community Park District welcomes participation in all programs by individuals with disabilities and special needs. The Mokena Community Park District works cooperatively with LWSRA to facilitate successful participation for individuals who request an inclusion aide. Please inform the park district during registration if you or your child are in need of assistance to participate in a program. An evaluation process will then be implemented by LWSRA. Please register and request an aide no later than two weeks before the start of the program.

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Basketball Courts: For pick-up games, use the full-size basketball courts at Main, Buske, Prairie Ridge, Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, Heritage, Marley Creek, and Prairie Ridge Park. A half court is available at Tinley Gardens Park. Disc Golf Course : Located at 10847 La Porte Road, behind The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. This nationally accredited PDGA, 35-acre Disc Golf course offers 27 holes under majestic oak trees and open fields. The Disc Golf Course is open most days from dawn to dusk. Exercise Stations: Check out the five exercise stations at Marley Creek Park with instructional signage. Pickleball Courts: Dedicated pickleball courts are available at Hecht Park. In addition, pickleball courts are available on the tennis courts at Fox Ridge and Prairie Ridge Parks.

Picnic Groves: Picnic reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis for the 2021 season as of March 1, 2021 at the Administration Center.

Playgrounds: Playground structures are located at Acorn, Boulder Ridge North, Brookside Meadows, Buske, Fox Ridge (handicapped accessible), Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, Heritage, London Bridge, Main, Manchester Cove, Marley Creek, McGovney, Prairie Ridge (handicapped accessible), Riivendell, Timbers Point, Tinley Gardens, and Willowview parks.

Roller Hockey Rinks: If you enjoy the fast action of roller hockey, then we have just the place for you. Grab your skates and drop by Buske or Grasmere Park for an exciting pick-up game of roller hockey.

Sand Volleyball Courts: Three lighted, regulation size sand volleyball courts are available at Main Park, except during league play. An unlighted regulation sand volleyball court is available at Prairie Ridge Park.

Skatepark: Mokena Park District’s extreme outdoor facility is located at Grasmere Park, 10135 W. Lindsay Lane, Mokena. With quarter pipes, combo half pipe, bauer box, pyramid, slider, and a launch ramp, you are sure to have some fun and adventure. Skatepark will be open daily 9am to dusk. Participation Guidelines: No fees or passes, No attendant, Warning: Skating is a hazardous activity that carries a risk of severe injury. The Skatepark is unsupervised and skaters skate at their own risk. All skaters are required to wear

protective gear (helmet, kneepads, elbow pads, and wrist guards) inside the Skatepark. Skatepark use is limited to skateboard and in-line skating only. No bicycles, tricycles or scooters, except where noted. Exception: Bicycles only on Mokena Community Park District PRESORTED STANDARD 10925 W. La Porte Road, Mokena IL 60448 www.mokenapark.com U.S. POSTAGE PAID MOKENA, IL PERMIT No. 12

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