MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Community News

AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019

REGISTRATIONREGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY, BEGINS MONDAY, FebruaryFebruary 17, 2018 18th, 2019 SPECIAL EVENTS PULL-OUTSEE PAGES 19 THROUGH 22 Message from the Village President

Village Directory s the calendar turns, we are off ered a new beginning, and a VILLAGE HALL chance to be exceptional. Our Village is fi lled with a renewed 708.283.4900 sense of possibilities as we embark into 2019. I made it PRESIDENT my mission not only to attract new businesses, but to also 708.283.4911 Arecruit diverse models of economic development. With that said, there VILLAGE CLERK are several projects we expect to see break ground this spring; Pete’s 708.283.4900 Fresh Market, Dairy Queen, and Alexi Development to name a few. VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR In January of 2018, Sam’s Club announced the closure of its 708.283.4911 retail store here in Matteson. Shortly there afterward, I immediately instructed our economic development team to contact Sam’s Club in hopes of revisiting their decision. With contact from COMMUNITY AFFAIRS 708.283.4777 staff and myself, they returned to the table and in January 2019, a ribbon cutting was conducted for the repurposing of an existing Sam’s Club to create the second E-Commerce Fulfi llment center COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 708.283.4940 in the United States (the fi rst center opened in Memphis TN). A couple of months ago we had a major press release for our Master Redevelopment Plan for the ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 60-acre site (Lincoln Mall) Market Square Crossing. Market Square Crossing will be a diverse form 708.283.4779 of economic development that will bolster the viability of not only Matteson, but the Southland HUMAN RESOURCES region. e excitement from that announcement has been huge, and we are now in talks with 708.283.4949 several developers regarding the Market Square Crossing site. RECREATIONAL SERVICES I would like to thank US Congresswoman Robin Kelly, Illinois State Senator Michael 708.441.4500 Hastings, Illinois State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin, the Village Board, community PUBLIC WORKS leaders, Lord Companies LLC, and the many residents who attended the press conference. ese 708.748.1411 partnerships make my job easier. e power of our shared values is real and what we can achieve WATER BILLING in the Village of Matteson is possible if we work together. Let’s all work toward our exceptional 708.283.4790 potential as we move through 2019. I’m looking forward to helping the Village of Matteson make progress on initiatives that will Governing Board keep the Village moving in the right direction and becoming an even better place to call home. VILLAGE PRESIDENT Best, Sheila Y. Chalmers-Currin Village President, VILLAGE CLERK Yumeka Brown TRUSTEES Sheila Chalmers-Currin Sam Brown Veloid Cotton, Sr. Paula F. Farr Juanita Hardin Save the date! Andre C. Satchell Memorial Day Parade Matteson Community Adam Shorter III Monday, May 27, 2019  Old Matteson 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Center Events at a Glance VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR More details on page 3 Anthony Burton Dollars for Scholars Mother Son Dance Friday, March 22nd  600 – 900 pm Village Hall Pot O’ Gold Raffle Now – March 15th  Tickets ($10 each; buy 2 get 1 free) Spring Craft Show 4900 Village Commons are available at the Village Hall and MCC. Proceeds applied to Saturday, April 13th  1000 – 200 pm Phone: 708-283-4900 scholarships for the class of 2020. Easter Egg Dash Offi ce Hours: Scholarship applications for the 2019 high school class are Saturday, April 20th  1200 pm Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. available now at www.villageofmatteson.dollarsforscholars.org. Wednesday – 8 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. MCC Spring 2019 Showcase April Food Day Drive Friday, April 26  630 – 900 pm Village of Matteson Website: Now – April 17, 2019  Village Hall and www.villageofmatteson.org Matteson Community Center  In partnership United Way, the Mother Daughter Brunch Saturday, May 11  1000 – 200 pm Village council meetings are held the Village of Matteson is collecting unopened, non-expired cans and fi rst and third Monday of each month at boxes (no glass please). 7:30 p.m. in the Matteson Village Hall Council Room.

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Matteson Community Center Thank You for a Successful 20642 Matteson Avenue Phone: 708-441-4500 Breakfast with Santa Holiday Festival Fax: 708-441-4259 e Community Aff airs and Recreational Services Departments came together on December 8, 2018 Matteson Community Center Web Site: www.mattesoncommunitycenter.com to put on another successful Breakfast with Santa Holiday Festival. Business Offi ce/ A big thank you to the South Suburban Cultural Enrichment Organization – SSCEO (pictured here Rental Application Hours: with the village president) as well Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday as Southland College Prep Charter 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday High School students, resident 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. volunteers, elected offi cials, Saturday and staff members who helped 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 .pm. make this year’s Breakfast with Sunday - CLOSED Santa Holiday Festival a success! Building Hours: A special thanks to our local Monday - Friday Fuddruckers also, who generously 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday - 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. donated food for the event! Sunday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Oakwood Recreation Center Memorial Day Parade 2019 4450 West Oakwood Lane e American Legion Rehfeldt-Meyer Post 474 and the Village of Matteson are sponsoring the Building Hours: Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2019 from 10 am - 2 pm. e Legion units will Mon. - Fri. – 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Sat. – 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. assemble at Matteson School District 162 (3625 W. 215th Street), where the Historical Society, Sun. – Closed American Legion, and the village president will Recreational Services Staff: have a short service. ATHLETIC MANAGER All Parade units will assemble and march east Alex Brown on Main Street, south to 216th Street, west to FITNESS MANAGER Maple, and north to Memorial Park. ere, services Tyrone Davis will be held. Refreshments will then be served at OPERATIONS MANAGER the American Legion. For further information or Lisa Hill to have your group, club or organization participate BUILDING ATTENDANT MANAGER please call Rick Sobczak at the American Legion Terrance Hill at 708-748- 9643. OFFICE MANAGER Sarita Griffi n PROGRAM MANAGER Janette Ramos Parks & Recreation Commission CHAIRMAN, SPECIAL PROJECTS Ricky Marks VICE CHAIR – PARKS, OAKWOOD PARK Lionel Harris VICE CHAIR – PROGS, WOODGATE PARK Kevin McWoodson VICE CHAIR – FACILITIES, NOTRE DAME PARK Norman Reid GOVERNORS TRAIL PARK OPEN ALLEMONG PARK Cynthia Fitch MEMORIAL PARK Cindy Marks Parks and Recreation Commission meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Matteson Community Center

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Upcoming Board of Trustees Meetings and Workshops New Village Board of Trustees Meeting Website Tuesday, February 19, 2019 Village Hall e Village is pleased to 7:30 pm announce the launching of our new and improved Village Board of Trustees Meeting website. e new website Monday, March 4, 2019 includes a more modern look Village Hall and improved navigation, 7:30 pm featuring a responsive design Board of Trustees Workshop for mobile devices and tablets. Monday, March 11, 2019 Explore the new website at Village Hall www.villageofmatteson.org 7:30 pm

Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, March 18, 2019 Village Hall 7:30 pm ComEd Spotlights

Board of Trustees Meeting Village for Success Monday, April 1, 2019 Utilizing Energy Village Hall Effi ciency Program 7:30 pm Representatives from ComEd Board of Trustees Workshop Monday, April 8, 2019 and a fi lm crew recently visited Village Hall with the Village to spotlight our 7:30 pm success utilizing their Energy Effi ciency program to improve Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, April 15, 2019 lighting and reduce costs. Village Hall A total of about $250,000 in 7:30 pm incentives were received from ComEd to improve lighting Sneaker Con “Sneak Peek” Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, May 6, 2019 throughout the community. Comes to Matteson Village Hall e Village is currently saving 7:30 pm $4,800 annually on the e 3rd annual “Sneak Peek” sneaker convention recently came to Matteson Community Center’s the Matteson Community Center for the second time this year. e Board of Trustees Workshop Monday, May 13, 2019 gymnasium lights alone, and event brings urban fashion connoisseurs from all over the country Village Hall kilowatt hours usage village- together to buy, sell and trade limited sneakers, clothes, and other 7:30 pm wide has already been reduced fashionable memorabilia. by over one million kilowatt Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, May 20, 2019 hours. Village Hall 7:30 pm Village Ordinances are Now Online * All Board Meeting and Workshop dates e Village Clerk’s offi ce is proud to announce the are subject to change. modernization of the Village Code of Ordinances. e new online format of the Village Code of Subscribe Ordinances now off ers multiple search functions to receive the Matteson Avenue Leisure for residents to choose from. In addition, the code Guide at www.villageofmatteson.org is now mobile accessible, easy to navigate, and Click through “Departments > allows for residents to print, email or download in Community Affairs > Matteson Avenue Email List” MS Word, WordPerfect and PDF formats. The Matteson Avenue Leisure Guide is e code can be accessed on the Village Clerk’s now accepting full-color ads. webpage or the American Legal Publishing online Please contact Steven Hurley at library: [email protected] http://www.amlegal.com/codes/client/ for more information. matteson_il/

4 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Registration Information / Table of Contents

FACILITY RENTAL – The Matteson Recreational Services Department is a department The Matteson Recreational of the village. It is, therefore, supported by your tax dollars. Services Department has room rentals (including pool party rentals) at the Community Center, e activities listed in this brochure are for your leisure time enjoyment. We hope 20642 Matteson Avenue, and room rentals at the that you are able to actively participate in the programs of your choice. Oakwood Recreation Center (4450 Oakwood Lane). Athletic fields are available for rental when they If there is any activity that you would like to be involved with but do not see oﬀ ered, are not being used for our league play. Individuals, let us know. We are working for you. groups, organizations or businesses may apply at the business office for a permit. All permits must RESIDENTS HAVE PRIORITY — A Resident is AGE REQUIREMENTS – Participants should be be completed and fees paid at least 7 days prior to anyone living in the geographic boundaries of the within the age range stated in the individual the date requested. For questions on rentals, call Village of Matteson and pay taxes to The Matteson program listing. This is done for their safety and 708-441-4500. Recreational Services Department. class continuity. THANK YOU: The Matteson Recreational Services NONRESIDENTS — Will pay an additional fee as REGISTRATION – will be taken until the program’s Department would like to thank the following indicated by “NR” excluding those residing in a registration deadline or the participant maximum volunteers, for making our recreation programs, “cooperative” town. for the program is reached, whichever comes first. events and leagues possible: INFORMATION ACCURACY – It is extremely CANCELED PROGRAMS – The Matteson important, for your protection and ours, that all Recreational Services Department reserves the All Volunteers for our information given to us is completely accurate. If right to cancel or postpone any activity one week or any information is proven to be misleading or false, less prior to the start of that activity. If the activity Breakfast with Santa the participant will be dropped from the activity is canceled, those enrolled will receive a full refund. Holiday Festival with no refund. WAITING LISTS – If a program is filled, waiting RETURNED CHECKS – There will be a $35.00 service lists will be formed. Every attempt will be made to charge for any check that is returned to the Village accommodate persons on these lists. All Volunteers for our from the participant’s bank. Cash or money orders NOTES: Annual Daddy will only be accepted from those individuals. 1. You may register friends or neighbors for Daughter Dance TELEPHONE REGISTRATION – Telephone activities if you bring proof of their residency registration will NOT be accepted for any activity AND their signed registration form. that requires a fee. However, if the activity is free, necessary registration may be done by telephone. FAX REGISTRATION – Registration can be Table of Contents completed by fax if you are paying by credit card. Message from the Village President . . . 2 Rich Township Senior Services ...... 25 Please use the registration form on page 5. INSURANCE – The Matteson Recreational Services Save e Date ...... 2 Skilled Crafts & Fine Art Programs ...... 26-27 Department assumes no responsibility for personal Village and injuries or loss of property while attending a Community Center Information . . . . 2-3 Special Events ...... 19-22 Department Sponsored activity or facility. REFUND POLICY: Community News ...... 3-4, 38-40 Summer Camp Program ...... 18 1. Request for refunds MUST be made 7 days prior Department News ...... 40 South Suburban to the starting date of the activity. A $5.00 fee Special Recreation Association . . . . . 28 will be assessed. Once a class begins no refund Economic Development News . . . . 37-39 Sports & Athletic Programs . . . . . 29-30 will be given. Registration Information/Forms . . . . . 6 2. If an individual is unable to complete their Workshops ...... 31-32 participation for medical reasons, the For Your Information (FYI) ...... 7-8 registration fee will be pro-rated (on a class-by- Map of Matteson ...... 33 class basis), a $5.00 fee will be subtracted and the balance will be refunded. An original copy of Park Sites & Facilities ...... 34 the physician’s statement is required prior to the end of the activity to process the refund. Calendar of Events ...... 35-36 3. Please allow 3 weeks for refund checks to be Aquatic Center Information ...... 9-13 mailed. 4. Once a team registers for a league, there will be Fitness Center Information . . . . . 14-15 NO refunds given. Rental Information ...... 16 PROGRAM FEE – You may register for a program after the start date providing there is space Fitness, Health & Wellness ...... 17 available, with the instructor’s consent and at Dance & Movement Programs . . . 23-24 the full stated fee.

MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 5 Registration & Information Form

Read Details Carefully. Please Register Early In-Person Registration Mail-In/Fax Registration 1. All in-person registration will take place at the 1. Completely ﬁ ll out the form that is on this page. Make Matteson Community Center, 20642 Matteson sure you sign your registration form/waiver. Program Avenue. Program fees are due & payable at time fees are due & payable at time of registration. Payment of registration. Payment Options include Visa, Options include Visa, MasterCard, Discover or MasterCard, Discover or American Express, American Express. credit or debit. 2. Make check payable to the VILLAGE OF MATTESON. 2. SPRING PROGRAM & SPECIAL EVENTS 3. Resident & Non-Resident Mail-In Registration will be REGISTRATION will begin on Monday, February 18 processed Monday, February 18. during regular business hours. 4. Mail-in registration will NOT be accepted for Preschool. 5. CASH should not be mailed for mail-in registration. Please pay by credit card, check or money order.

Matteson Recreational Services – Mail-In Registration Form Mail to: 20642 Matteson Avenue, Matteson, IL 60443 • Phone: 708-441-4500 / Facsimile: 708-441-4259 (Charge Only) Guardian’s Name: Today’s Date: Address: Home Phone: Town/Zip: Work Phone: Email Address: Cell: METHOD OF PAYMENT: ❏ Check #: ❏ MasterCard ❏ Visa ❏ American Express ❏ Discover Please make check payable to Card #: Village of Matteson CSV Digit Code Exp. Date: Amount Charged: $ Card Holder Name: Authorized Signature: Participant’s First & Last Name Program # Program Name Birth Date Fee (MM-DD-YY) /____/ $______/____/ $______/____/ $______/____/ $______/____/ $______Do you have a need for special accommodations as covered by the American Disability Act? If yes, please call us at least two weeks in advance at (708) 441-4500. TOTAL ENCLOSED: $ How did you hear about the program(s)? ❏ Leisure Guide¨❏ Flier¨❏ Cable¨❏ Village Marquee¨❏ Newspaper¨❏ Web Page¨❏ Other: ______Photo Release: By registering for any program, you agree to allow publication of any photos taken at any program, event or facility offered through the Village of Matteson. WAIVER FOR PARTICIPATION OR BY PARENT: In consideration of The Matteson Recreational Services Department accepting me or my child’s entry, hereby for myself, my child, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I or my child have against the Village of Matteson and its representatives, successors and assigns for any and all injuries suffered by myself or my child at any activity sponsored by these groups. By enrolling my family in any Matteson Recreational Services activity, we agree and understand this waiver. Signature:______

6 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 For Your Information

Registration Begins Oakwood Recreation Center Monday, February 18, 2019 Closing Policy This policy covers the closing of the Oakwood Recreation Center due to either Age Requirements extreme cold or lack of electricity. We have a different policy from the schools. The Oakwood Recreation Center will be closed: Participants should be within the age range stated in the individual program list. This is done for their safety and class continuity. 1. If the Center’s heating system is not sufficient to offset the cold (temperatures at 60 degrees or lower inside the center). Classes may be Would You Like To Teach A Class? moved to a different room if the cold is isolated to just one room. Have you got a new and fun or creative idea for a program? A special talent that 2. If the electricity is not working and the class or activity is held during the you might like to share? We are always searching for “something new” to offer, evening. so if you have an idea, please call the Recreation Office at 441-4500. If you are not sure whether the Oakwood Recreation Center is open, you may Non-Resident Fee Cooperative call us at 441-4500 or the Village Hall at 283-4900. The Village of Matteson has entered into agreements with neighboring communities to help reduce the cost of recreation programs. Residents of the Park Rules For Your following towns will be allowed to enroll in Matteson Recreational Services Safety And Protection activities at the resident fee, unless otherwise noted. These cooperative 1. In order to assure the safety of children in playground, picnic and athletic communities are areas, our department STRICTLY PROHIBITS GLASS in the park system. PHONE RECREATION DEPARTMENT

481-7313 OLYMPIA FIELDS 2. Dogs must be on a leash (6' or less) and owners must clean up after them. 748-2005 PARK FOREST 3. NO driving or parking of any motorized vehicles, including motorcycles, is allowed in any grass area or athletic field in the park system. Drive only 753-8800 RICHTON PARK upon established roads and obey posted traffic signs. This agreement will allow Matteson residents to enroll in activities offered by 4. All park areas close at DUSK. these communities at the lower resident rates. This is just one example of inter-governmental cooperation that the south suburbs are working towards. 5. NO golfing is permitted in any of our parks. If you have any questions or comments regarding this concept, please feel free 6. NO weapons of any type may be carried by anyone in the park’s indoor or to contact us at 441-4500. outdoor facilities except by the police. These include knives, sling shots, Volunteers Needed BB guns or guns in a case. 7. NO glass, radio controlled aircraft, littering or profane language. The Matteson Recreational Services Department utilizes volunteers for a variety of programs. Our youth baseball and basketball leagues have long 8. All Village ordinances must be followed. benefited from those willing to volunteer their time as coaches. Volunteers not only help keep the cost of programs down, but through community 9. If the police are called and if, in the opinion of the Police Officer at the involvement, help the public understand the workings of the Matteson park, there are continued violations of ordinances or disturbances, the Recreational Services Department. officer has the right to revoke any permit. Anyone wishing to volunteer their services for any program should contact the 10. Full list of rules and regulations are available at the Recreation office. Recreation business office at 441-4500 or stop by the Matteson Community Center at 20642 Matteson Avenue. Broken Park Employment Opportunities Equipment The Matteson Recreational Services Department requests that any broken play The Matteson Recreational Services Department periodically has openings for equipment, park benches, or vandalism to park facilities and athletic fields be persons to work part-time at a variety of positions; Program Instructors, reported by contacting the Recreational Services Department Office at 441- Building Attendants, and Members Services Representatives. Position 4500. The Matteson Recreational Services Department’s facilities are vacancies can be found on the web at www.villlageofmatteson.org, or inquire at supported by your tax dollars. Your cooperation is appreciated to maintain the the Human Resource Department at 283-4949. Applications can be aesthetics of these parks and facilities. downloaded from the web, www.villageofmatteson.org. Applications are only accepted when positions are posted on the Village Website. Completed applications are to be mailed to or dropped off at the Village Hall location, or We Love Our Parents But... placed in the drop box located at the Village Hall east parking lot. With your child’s best interest in mind, parents are invited to their child’s last Oops! class meeting. Our instructors have found that their quality of instruction had often been affected by parent and/or sibling distractions, interruptions and Our Matteson Recreational Services Staff has made every effort to prepare this various other concerns during class time. We also feel it is most beneficial for brochure as accurately as possible; however, errors can occur. Circumstances children to have recreational time with their peers. Our instructors always may require that adjustment be made to programs, fees, schedules, etc. The welcome the opportunity to discuss a participant’s progress with parents at Matteson Recreational Services Department reserves the right to make any any time. Thank you for your cooperation. such adjustments. The Department apologizes for any inconvenience these errors or adjustments may cause.

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The Old Plank Road Trail Americans With The Old Plank Road Trail is a unique nature trail used by countless outdoor enthusiasts; walkers, hikers, bicyclists, in-line skaters, bird-watchers, and even cross country skiers in the winter. Developed and Disabilities Act (ADA) maintained by the Old Plank Road Trail Management Commission, the creation of this trail is a great The Village of Matteson will comply with the example of intergovernmental cooperation providing outdoor recreational services to our communities. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which The Commission consists of one voting representative from each of the following governing jurisdictions; prohibits discrimination in the provision of villages of Park Forest, Matteson, Frankfort, Rich Township and the Forest Preserve District of Will programs, services or activities to individuals County. Several access areas are available through the Village of Matteson, as well as many other areas with disabilities. We invite any resident with a along the 20 plus miles of paved trail that exist from Western Avenue in Park Forest, all the way west or special need to contact the Matteson Village Park Road in Joliet Township. Brochures and maps of the Old Plank Road Trail are available at the Matteson Hall or the Matteson Recreational Services Community Center or call 441-4500. Department, so that a smoother inclusion may occur. In addition to the programs listed within our brochure, our district also provides specialized services for people with disabilities through the South Suburban Special Recreation Association. Feel free to call SSSRA at 815-806- 0384 or see the SSSRA information in this leisure guide. A copy of this publication is available in an alternative format upon request. Please contact us at 441-4500. If you have any questions about our Department’s policy regarding ADA, or believe you have been unfairly discriminated against in the provision of programs, services or activities of the Matteson Recreational Services Department, please contact us at 441-4500. A procedure is available to you for the prompt resolution of your complaint.

Available Parking Picnic Pavilion Permit Information At Matteson Parks • For an additional $20.00 fee, electrical service is available at all The following parking guidelines should be followed by all participants in any picnic shelters. of our programs or activities conducted at any of the Matteson parks. Violators • Permits receive 10 picnic tables only at the designated park site. not following the designed areas will be ticketed. (For off street parking, see • Picnic permits do not include an Athletic Field or the Fieldhouse Park Sites & Facilities.) at Memorial Park. These are separate permits and require an additional fee/deposit Absolutely NO parking on east or west • Park Rental Deposit/Resident: $100/Non-Resident $150 due at the time of side of Willow. Parking is available on Permit Registration. Allemong Marya Yates School west or north parking • Further details are available regarding Permit Rules/Regulations lots and the parking lots at the east end or upon completing the Permit Application process or by calling our office northwest area of the park. at 441-4500. On streets where posted. Also limited Governors Trail parking (50) cars in St. Lawrence O’Toole’s lot.

Parking is available in the north parking lot Memorial and streets where posted.

Parking is available in the east and west Notre Dame parking lots and on the streets where posted.

Parking is available in the west parking lot Oakwood and streets where posted.

Parking is available in the north parking lot Woodgate and streets where posted.

8 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Aquatic Center Information

Mermaid Classes & Parties will MAKE A SPLASH THIS SUMMER at the Aquatic Center! COMING SOON! Aquatic Center Welcome to the Hours Aquatic Fitness Center! Located on the lower level of the Matteson Community Center, the Mondays-Fridays Aquatic Fitness Center offers a heated 25 yard indoor competition pool 6:00 am - 9:45 pm with an attached wading pool, an outdoor splash pad and an indoor Saturdays therapy pool. Partnering with CELTS, the Matteson Community Center 7:00 am - 9:45 pm offers a variety of multi-generational programming including Swim Sundays Lessons, Swim Team, AquaFit Water Fitness, Special Events, Water 8:00 am - 4:45 pm Safety Instruction & More! * The Aquatic Center is staffed full-time by professional & certified Lifeguards. Guardians are *general hours subject to responsible for supervising their children, Lifeguards are responsible for responding to change, please check updated emergencies. Please follow the direction of Lifeguards & Managers at all times. Only USCG schedule online approved floatation devices permitted.

H2Whoa! NOW HIRING Now hiring part time, year-round and seasonal staff! Pool Party Looking to become a lifeguard? We train in-house, An Autism & Special Abilities contact us! Friendly Event LOOKING FOR: Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Pool Attendants, AquaFit Instructors, & Pool Managers April is Autism Awareness Month! Join us in NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | OTJ TRAINING * April for fun, games, water safety info, and SEASONAL | YEAR-ROUND | IN-HOUSE TRAINING FREE swim lessons (with pre-registration). AVAILABLE | 15 years+ Guardian required, USCG approved STARGUARD LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION TRAINING floatation devices ONLY FEE: $110 (Starguard Cert. Training) INCLUDES: Certification & Materials April 20th CLASS DATES: April 26th - April 28th | May 17th - 19th from 1 – 5 pm $10 per participant SCSJobs.info [email protected] Group rates available, please contact [email protected] Become a Lifeguard! Pre-register for a FREE Lesson online. SwimMatteson.com For More Information: [email protected] | (708) 897-3417

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CELTS Babies & Me | My First Swim Course (1 month-1 year) NEW PROGRAM! Introducing newborns/infants to the water in a relaxed, warm water environment. Classes are held in warmer water where the temperature is set specifically for the newborns/infants in a comfortable setting where both the guardians and the babies can relax and learn. Newborns/infants will learn to basics of floating, kicking, and water movement for lifesaving skills in the water. MIN4 | MAX7

Feb 17 - April 7 | Sundays | 8:30 am - 9:00 am $45 Members Mar 12 - April | Tuesdays | 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm $54 Non-Members/Residents “Preventing Death by Stopping Accidental DrowninG” CELTS Babies & Me | Little Fish Course (7 months-3 years) CELTS Aquatic Professionals offers everyone an opportunity to NEW PROGRAM! Builds the foundation of skills to help prevent accidental drowning, as well as teach the beginning learn and develop swimming techniques to developing a lifelong connection to the water. Swimmers will focus on techniques & becoming water safe, as well as future techniques to be learned in the youth classes. MIN2 | MAX3 techniques. In a world covered in Feb 17 - April 7 | Sundays | 9:00 am - 9:30 am 2/3 water, we strongly believe $63 Members everyone from birth on should Feb 17 - April 7 | Sundays | 9:30 am - 10:00 am $75 Non-Members/Residents learn how to swim, and we, as Mar 12 - April 30 | Tuesdays | 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm *Pre-Requirement ‘My First Swim’ or ability to sit independently Chicagoland’s Premier Swim Mar 12 - April 30 | Tuesdays | 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm School, strive to save lives through swim lessons. YEAR-ROUND SWIM SCHOOL FREE REGISTER IN PERSON OR ONLINE Swim Lessons Visit the Aquatic Center to register anytime! Trial & Assessment! NO Class: May 12(Mother’s Day); 3 years & Older, all ages and abilities including May 25, 26, & 27 (Memorial Day Adaptive Swim & Special Abilities. 30 minutes in length; Weekend); June 16 (Father’s Day) Monday-Saturday times available. *No makeups & No refunds, Must To Schedule, Contact via Email or Phone! register at least 48 hours in advance [email protected] | 630-849-4991

Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to Swim Lessons (3 years +)

CELTS adapted swimming program is year-round and designed for swimmers of all ability Feb 18 - Mar 25 | Mondays | 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm levels. This program incorporates CELTS My First Swim, CELTS Swim School, and CELTS Stroke School. Preschool-age to seniors, with developmental and physical disabilities, are April 1 - May 6 | Mondays | 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm taught water safety, learn-to-swim skills, and independence in the water. Through the CELTS Feb 25 - Mar 27 | Wednes | 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm adapted swimming program, lessons are structured to provide visual, auditory, and sensory stimulation based on the individual’s needs. Part of the CELTS mission is to provide healthy April 3 -May 9 | Wednes | 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm lifestyles and opportunities for all community members. Feb 23 - Mar 30 | Saturdays | 10:45 am - 11:15 am CELTS goal beginning to end, Adapted and Special Abilities swim lessons boost a person’s swimming skill and confidence in the water. The ultimate goal is to create lifelong swimmers April 6 - May 11 | Saturdays | 10:45 am - 11:15 am who not only are water-safe but love the water. Often, children with disabilities-specifically Group Lessons Private Lessons autism– may be more prone to wander and/or be drawn to water. Safety is paramount to (3:1 Ratio) (1:1 Ratio) prevent water emergencies and drownings in this population. Water has tremendous $82.50 Members $165 Members normalization qualities, and by being offered age –appropriate swim lesson opportunities, $100 Non-Members $200 Non-Members individuals with disabilities are the same as their peers in water-splashing, floating, and having fun. $100 Non-Residents $200 Non-Residents SwimMatteson.com For More Information: [email protected] | (708) 897-3417

10 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Aquatic Center Information

Day Camp/Care or School Group Lessons (2 yr - 18 yr)

Year-Round | Mondays-Sundays MIN 3 Lessons $9 per lesson, per 45 min lessons + 30 min MIN 6 Participants participant open swim MAX 75 Participants Contact for schedule & info Extended open swim hours available, contact for more set-up & more info CELTS Swim School, swimmers are introduced to basic water skills, breath holding, and a number of submerging Semi-Private (3 & Older) | Private Lessons (All Ages) progressions, eventually leading the Contact to set up a day, time & start, or find pre-set available times online participant to unassisted swimming. The Semi-Private (2:1 Ratio) Private (1:1 Ratio) curriculum is broken into 5 concepts, $226 Members $150 Members through each level using different $236 Non-Members/Residents $157 Non-Members/Residents techniques and skills. We offer 10 levels ranging from novice to advanced swimmers 6 consecutive classes, 30 min lessons 6 consecutive classes, 30 min lessons for both Youth and Adults.

CELTS Swim Lessons | Adult Group (15 years & Older)

CELTS Swim Lessons | Youth Group (3 years - 14 years)

SwimMatteson.com For More Information: [email protected] | (708) 897-3417

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Open Swim Packages

A unique adventure allowing for individual water experiences. Promoting a love of water, open swim packages are OPEN designed for practice, fun, relaxation, and fitness. Ideal for Day Camps, Day Cares, and Homeschool/School Groups. FEES: $4.00 per person, per hour | $2.00 for each additional 30min per person LIMITS: Minimum of 5 individuals | Minimum of 3 scheduled days AVAILABILITY: Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p | *Weekends Limited, but may be available upon request SWIM CONTACT: Amanda 630.849.4991 or [email protected] CELTIC JOIN THE Age Group Swim Team Welcoming ALL abilities, & ALL swimmers 18 & younger that can swim 25 yards (1 length) safely without assistance. Looking to improve strokes? CELTIC Torpedo Age Group Swim Team TRYOUTS: Wanting to join Swim Team? April 10 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm April 12 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our CELTS Stroke Clinic, designed for both off-season stroke improvement, and for those looking to FEES: 97.50 per month join a team. Reﬁ ne and improve efﬁ ciency of CONTACT: [email protected] all four competitive strokes! No High School Swim Team? $97.50 We will help High Schoolers get to Sectionals March 4 - March 29 and represent their school! Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm This swim team will include practices, and competitive swim meets! We specialize and work with Special Abilities and [email protected] Adaptive Swimmers. Our summer team runs April-Aug. SwimMatteson.com For More Information: [email protected] | (708) 897-3417

12 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Aquatic Center Information POOL PARTY FUN FOR EVERYONE! Want to have a pool party but are looking for something NEW & different? Check out our unique party experiences! Great for Scout Parties, Birthday Parties, Family Reunions, Sports End-of-Year, and more! *See room rental page for party room rentals Flik n’ Float | Movie Screen Rental

If you haven’t experienced our NEW inflatable, movie screen, come check it out! We will be hosting pool movie nights from the beginning of February through May this 2019 season. Schedule your party on our movie nights, or rent it for your private pool party!

LIMITS: Adult must accompany children 13 & younger, USCG Approved items only FEES: $4.00 per participant on Special Event Days | contact for private party rental price/availability CONTACT: Amanda 630-849-4991 or [email protected] H2OoooH! Playground Party | Playground Rental

Did you love the H2OoooH! Playground? It’s NOW available for renting! Rent it out for a private party or event or simple join in one of our existing events with a group fee! Didn’t get to see it in action? Check out our NEW H2OoooH! Playground video on YouTube by searching ‘Swim Chicago Wibit’.

LIMITS: Adult must accompany children 13 & younger, USCG Approved items only FEES: $8.00 per participant on Special Event Days | contact for private party rental price/availability CONTACT: Amanda 630-849-4991 or [email protected]

MERMAID PARTIES COMING THIS SUMMER! ‘BUBBLEMAKER’ PARTY (8 years & Older) Why not SCUBA for your party? Children and their friends and family who love the water can enjoy the pool experience together in the underwater world. Have that unique party that everyone talks about. INDIVIDUAL FEE: $48 for 3 hours LIMITS: minimum 3 | maximum 9 CONTACT: [email protected] SwimMatteson.com For More Information: [email protected] | (708) 897-3417

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New Fitness Membership Fees Members can prepay for a 12-month membership (and save $) or may set up monthly payments to be deducted from RESIDENT MEMBERSHIP their personal checking account or credit card, (Discover, Visa, American Express or MasterCard). All memberships RESIDENT INDIVIDUAL COUPLE FAMILY 3 FAMILY 4 FAMILY 5 SENIOR/STUDENT YOUTH (excluding youth passes and three-month memberships) must pay an enrollment fee of $50 (includes a t-shirt, 3 YEARLY $420 $564 $708 $852 $996 $336 $120 guest passes, and a half hour body assessment with a personal trainer.) Three-month memberships must be paid MONTHLY $39 $59 $76 $91 $103 $28 $12 in full, in advance. A $25 service charge/ reinstatement fee NON-RESIDENT MEMBERSHIP (per household) will be applied to all declined payments. All members will be issued a Matteson Community Center INDIVIDUAL COUPLE FAMILY 3 FAMILY 4 FAMILY 5 SENIOR/STUDENT YOUTH membership photo I.D.

YEARLY $564 $708 $852 $996 $1140 $480 $120 INDIVIDUAL – Adults 14 years and older. COUPLE – Two persons living in the same household. FAMILY – Includes MONTHLY $51 $73 $92 $109 $121 $40 $12 a total of immediate family members* living in the same household. (Proof of residence required). SENIOR – 3-MONTH MEMBERSHIP/SEASONAL PASSES Persons 55 & older. COLLEGE – Full time students 18-25 years old. STUDENT – persons attending school full-time INDIVIDUAL COUPLE COLLEGE SUMMER PASS COLLEGE HOLIDAY WINTER PASS between the ages of 14-25 years old. (Proof of enrollment required.) YOUTH – children 13 & under. RESIDENT $156 $236 $60 $25 *Immediate family members are deﬁ ned as parents and NON-RESIDENT $204 $292 $60 $25 their non-adult (24 years old & under) children residing in the same household. Massage Therapy Personal Training Pricing Information and Pricing, contact Tyrone Davis, 708-441-4500 1 SESSION: $45.00 Swedish Massages 5 SESSIONS: $185.00 Deep Tissues 10 SESSIONS: $370.00 Pre-Natal Massages 15 SESSIONS: $550.00 Sports Massages Chakra Massages *MUST BUY AS A PACKAGE Custom Massages *Each Session is 1 hour Swedish Massage Focused on relaxation using techniques such as efﬂ eurage and petrissage Fitness memberships are available to persons 14 years and older, and include: Deep Tissue Focused on releasing particular areas of muscle tension by using specific techniques and methods • Unlimited access to the fitness area during operating hours Pre-natal Massage Is focused on helping the expecting Mother to relax and work through common areas of • Indoor walking track (1/16 mile) tension such as low back pain. • Saunas and Steam rooms (18 & Older) • Open gym (when available) Sports Massage: Sports massage focuses on muscles relevant to the event. For athletes who train continuously, the • Open swim (when available) goal is to enhance endurance, lessen the chance of injury and shorten the time needed to recover from an event. • Equipment and amenities list available • Group Exercise Classes (see page 21) • Individuals 16 years and under must be accompanied by Matteson Community Center an adult CHILDCARE CENTER HOURS: General Operating Hours:** Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. MON. – FRI.: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Unlimited Childcare SATURDAY: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM $12.00 per month, per child, in addition to your membership SUNDAY: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (2 hour maximum per visit) Daily Drop-in Rate **Hours are subject to change $3.00 per hour, per child, based on a 1 hour minimum (2 hour maximum per visit) Holiday Hours: Terms and Conditions Memorial Day: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. ● Ages for Childcare are 18 months to 12 year olds Easter Day and Mother’s Day: 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ● Childcare reservation is not required. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. You must sign in your child at the front reception desk and then proceed to the Childcare room. ● Members who have the unlimited childcare option on their membership must check-in at the front reception desk and sign your child in at the Childcare Center. ● Members who wish for childcare must pre-pay in the business office during office hours. After business hours pre-pay at the front reception desk (exact amount only) and submit the receipt to the Childcare attendant. Members will sign children in the Childcare Center. If a member uses more service time than they have purchased, they will be asked to return to the front reception desk to pay for the additional time. ● Only parents, grandparents or legal guardians are allowed to bring children into the Childcare Center. No one is allowed to leave the building when their child is in the Matteson Community Center Childcare center. No exceptions!

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Group Exercise Classes For Members ONLY Bootcamp: A popular interval class that mixes calisthenics and body SilverSneakers, AARP, Silver & Fit & Renew Active weight exercises with cardio and strength training. This bootcamp is is available at this location designed in a way to be different all the time, and push our participants These fitness programs are an innovative health, exercise and harder than they’d push themselves. We want to keep you guessing and wellness program helping older adult’s live healthy, active lifestyles. challenging you every class! Although our instructor may push you like a Get fit, have fun, make friends! drill sergeant, our goal is to offer encouragement. We want you to have tons of fun. For eligible Medicare/Medicaid health plan members. Consists of 20 minutes of cardio weight Eligible member must identify themselves through an ID Card, Body Works Plus Abs: lifting, 20 minute of leg routine using steps and risers and 20 minutes of temporary ID card or a health plan ID card. Abs. Lean & Mean: Work your muscles in every way possible in this class Cardio Bootcamp: A popular interval class that mixes calisthenics designed to build strength, add definition, increase your bone destiny, and body weight exercises with cardio and strength training. This and decrease your body fat by increasing your lean muscle. Using hand Bootcamp is designed in a way to be different all the time, and push our weights, plate loaded barbells, tubing and your own body weight. participants harder then they’d push themselves. Zumba Fit: Those who are looking to feel the burn! Looking to Zumba: These classes are “fitness parties” that blend upbeat world strengthen and tone your legs and glutes. Step Right up! We combine rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout the awesome toning and strengthening with the fun fitness-party that that feels like a celebration. only Zumba brings to the dance floor. Power Pilates: Core strength is where it all begins. Every move you Splash Pad: make can be easier if your core muscles are strong! This is a back to Open Memorial Day to Labor Day basics strength and toning class for everyone. Flat Abs, arms that only ● Youth Pass: Free (Comes with Youth Pass Membership) wave good-by once, and strong hips and legs for more secure balance! ● Membership: $4.00 (Does not come with a General Membership) Intro to Yoga: This classical Yoga class systematically works the ● Non-Member: $6.00 entire body, stretching muscles, building foundational strength, detoxing internal organs, stimulating the glandular systems, and challenging the Guest Pass Policy: cardiovascular system. This class is appropriate for beginners and more ● Guest Passes are available for Members 18 & older. experienced students alike. ● Guest Passes are only good from the time of purchase through the closing PowerCycle: High energy aerobics class that builds stamina of the Community Center. endurance and leg strength. You can go at your own pace where you are ● All guests must provide current photo identification and fill out and sign a in control of the stationary bike, Intervals are utilized to build endurance waiver of liability form. and promote weight loss. This class has a very high potential for fat Members cannot purchase a guest pass if they have any outstanding burning. All are welcome from experienced rider to novice. Cycle shoes balances. Matteson Community Center management reserves the right to are not needed. change the Guest Pass Policy as needed. Any changes to the policy will Cycle: The goal for this class is to help participants achieve the accompany a 48 hour notice displayed in the Matteson Community Center following outcomes. Improve cardiovascular fitness and endurance, and on our website. lower body muscular endurance, toning and function strength and achieve the sheer enjoyment of working out on the spin bike. Music is YOUTH OPEN GYM & SWIM PASS a big factor in the success of this class. Using music that will motivate, Ages: 3 – 13 years old inspire, and help people forget they are actually working out. Fees: $12.00 Monthly (via EFT) or $120.00 Annually Yoga Core: This heart-pumping, soul-seeking, energy-inducing PASS DEFINITION fitness program focuses on core strength for the ultimate full body ● Pass can only be purchased by an adult. (18 years or older) workout. Using weights, balls, bands, and your won body weight as ● Pass can be used during the posted age appropriate Open Gym & resistance, this program will keep you burning calories long after the Swim times. class is over. ● Open Gym & Swim schedules will be posted and available online at mattesoncommunitycenter.org or at the Member Services Desk. Kettle Bell: Can be used in ballistic (explosive) swinging movements ● Pass can also be used during Member-only times as long as an adult (18 utilizing the whole body along with momentum or used in more years or older) member is directly supervising the Youth pass holder. traditional press and squat exercises. Kettle Bell exercises are whole- ● Adult (18 years or older) supervision is always required for a Youth Gym & body exercises requiring full body integration and core stabilization. Swim pass holder. There is no such thing as isolated muscle work in Kettle Bell Training. ● Parent or Guardian must remain on premises for all youth age 9 years old and under. Power Step: An intense aerobics class using the Stepper. Step ● ID’s, wristbands and or a stamp may be required during all Open Gym & aerobics burns 30-60 % more calories than traditional aerobics with Swim times. particular emphasis on hips, thighs, abdominals, and buttocks. ● Splash Pad (Open Memorial Day to Labor Day)

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Matteson Ordinance 97.02 Use Of Facilities: ● Park facilities may be utilized only for the purpose for which they are designed unless special permission is granted by the Director of Recreational Services. ● Park facilities may be reserved or used by groups or organizations upon approval of a park permit issued by the Matteson Recreational Services Department. The party to which a park permit has been granted shall have priority use of the reserved facility. Matteson Community Center, 20642 Matteson Avenue All pricing based on one (1) hour minimum. Minimum rental time (2) hours. Pool Party Room Rental Pool Parties available MONDAY through THURSDAY 8:00 p.m to 9:30 pm. FRIDAY 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. SATURDAY 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. & SUNDAY 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Rental includes room, set up of tables & chairs. Pool & Splash Pad Rentals are not exclusive. *Pre-approval required. POOL PARTY ROOM RENTALS MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT OCCUPANCY Pool + Pool Room A $65/hr $70/hr $85/hr $120/hr (1-25) Pool + Pool Room B $60/hr $65/hr $80/hr $115/hr (1-15) Pool + Pool Room A&B $115/hr $125/hr $155/hr $220/hr (21-40) POOL ROOM & SPLASH PAD MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT SEASONAL Pool Room A + Splash Pad $80/hr $85/hr $100/hr $135/hr (1-25) Pool Room B + Splash Pad $75/hr $80/hr $95/hr $130/hr (1-15) Pool Room A&B + Splash Pad $145/hr $155/hr $185/hr $255/hr (21-40) SPLASH PAD + SPLASH PAD ROOM MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT SEASONAL Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $65/hr $70/hr $85/hr $120/hr (1-25) POOL + SPLASH PAD + POOL ROOM + SPLASH PAD ROOM MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT SEASONAL Pool Room A + Pool + Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $130/hr $140/hr $170/hr $240/hr (1-25 each) Pool Room B + Pool + Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $125/hr $135/hr $165/hr $235/hr (1-20 each) Pool Room A&B + Pool + Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $180/hr $195/hr $240/hr $340/hr (1-40 each) Multi-Purpose Room Rental* Room 105 or 107 Room 102 (Glass Room) Room 108 or 110 Both Room 108 & 110 Eagle’s Nest (incl. Party Host) (1-20 people) (1-40 people) (1-50 people) (51-100 people) (30-40 people) Member $ 40/hr. $ 45/hr. $ 50/hr. $ 85/hr. $ 50/hr. Resident $ 45/hr. $ 50/hr. $ 55/hr. $ 95/hr. $ 55/hr. Non-Resident $ 60/hr. $ 65/hr. $ 70/hr. $125/hr. $ 70/hr. For-Profit Commercial* $ 90/hr. $ 95/hr. $100/hr. $185/hr. $100/hr. Athletic Field Rental Matteson Athletic Fields (excluding Matteson Community Center fields) are available to reserve beginning May 1, 2016 at the fees listed below. The Recreational Services Department reserves the right to cancel any rental if the field reserved is not in playable condition due to inclement weather. For definition of fees, please call the Matteson Recreational Services Department at 441-4500. Oakwood Recreation Center Room Rentals: Memorial Park Fieldhouse / Picnic Pavilion Rental Permits The Oakwood Recreation Center Rooms, Memorial Park Fieldhouse, and Park Pavilions are available for rental by paid permit at the fees listed below. Certain restrictions apply.

PARK PAVILION FIELDHOUSE OAKWOOD ATHLETIC RESIDENCY RECREATION CENTER PERMIT PERMIT ROOM PERMIT PERMIT STATUS Picnic Fee Electric Fee Fee Fee Reserve Fee With Bases Drag Fee Matteson Resident $80 $20 $60 $60.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$15.00 +$25.00 $30.00 each additional hr. Matteson Business $105 $20 $85 $85.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$35.00 +$25.00 $40.00 each additional hr. Matteson Not For Profit $55 $20 $30 $30.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$25.00 +$25.00 $15.00 each additional hr. Non-Resident $180 $20 $85 $85.00/2 hrs. $35.00 +$50.00 +$35.00 $40.00 each additional hr. N-R Not For Profit $155 $20 $85 $85.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$35.00 +$35.00 $40.00 each add’r hr. N-R Business $205 $20 $160 $160.00/2 hrs. $35.00 +$50.00 +$35.00 $80.00 each additional hr. Special Criteria Related To All Permits ● Park Rental Deposit: $100 Resident, $150 Non-Resident. ● $150 Cash deposit for Room 108/110. ● No refunds once park is reserved. ● Proof of residency is required by all Permit applicants to receive the resident rate. ● Permits must be filled out and paid in full at least 7 days prior to the date(s) requested. ● NFP must present a current Not For Profit letter from the state to receive ● Telephone registration for permits is not accepted. these fees. ● Village sponsored activities will have first priority. ● Requests for rental refunds must be made 14 days prior to rental date. ● Requests must be approved by the Recreational Services Department. A $50 fee will be assessed. Less than 14 days, no refund is given. ● $100 deposit fee is required for all room rentals except for Room 108/110 ● Questions, call 708-441-4500. ● Cash deposit must be picked up within 30 days after rental date.

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Matteson Summer Camp Offered to Pre-K – 8Th Grade As you look for summer camps and other fun activities to keep your kids busy during the summer break, why not consider Matteson Summer Camp? It’s a wonderful way to help your kids avoid summer learning loss, and head back to school with confidence. It is the primary goal of the Village of Matteson & Workstudy Enterprise to make sure camp is a fun enjoyable environment for each participant. The experiences and bonds that are formed at camp will last them a lifetime. We offer a program that will provide each camper with the opportunity to experience a bit of everything – from sports to crafts, game to art, education to swimming they will experience it all. Kiddie Kamp Pre-K – Kindergarten Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Day Camp 1st – 8th Grade Time: 8:00 am -5:00 pm Before & After Care Available for Day Camp Only SCHEDULE Session I: June 10th – July 5th (No Camp on July 4th) (4-week program) Session II: July 8th – August 2nd (4-week program) Session II: June 10th – August 2nd (8-week program) Pricing T.B.A Registration Begins: February 15th For More Information: Contact Program Manager 708-996-4091

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SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT February 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Valentine’s Day 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Flik N Float Presidents’ Day “Incredibles 2” 24 25 26 27 28

SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT March 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Flik N Float “Pokemon (The First)” 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Mother-Son St. Patrick’s Day Dance 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Matteson Member Appreciation H2oooH! 31 Day Playground

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SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Flik N Float Spring “Madagascar” Craft Show 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Easter Egg Dash H2Whoa! Tax Day Pool Party 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 MCC Spring 2019 H2oooH! Easter Sunday Showcase Playground 28 29 30 April

SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 1 2 3 4

May Flik N Float “Aladdin” 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Mother -Daughter Brunch Cinco de Mayo Water Safety Day 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

H2oooH! Mother’s Day Playground 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

Memorial Day

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Easter Egg Dash Come out and join the Easter Bunny to search for eggs on the outside grounds of the Matteson Community Center. Easter eggs will be scattered around filled with candy and prizes. Additional prizes will be available for the individual that find the “SPECIAL EGG”. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the event so we can start on time. Please Note: In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors. PROGRAM#: 36005-01 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE: 1 - 10 years old DAY/DATE: Saturday, April 20th Mother-Son Dance TIME: 11:00 am Mom’s don’t miss your chance to bring your son(s) out for a memorable FEE: $3.00 evening full of dancing, a delicious catered dinner and door prizes. Come LIMIT: 200 on down for a special night to remember! Capture this moment together, a professional photographer will be available to take pictures of each couple starting at 6:00 pm at an optional additional cost for photos, the photographer will accept cash, check and credit card the night of the dance for anyone interested. Purchase tickets ahead of time, no tickets will be sold at the door. PROGRAM#: 360080-01 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE: All Ages (Moms, Grandma’s and Aunts are all welcome) DATE: Friday, March 22nd TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 pm (Dance Doors open at 6:30 pm, Photographer 6:00 pm) FEE: $30.00 (per couple) $15 (Additional participant) After March 16th $35.00 (per couple) Additional Son: $15.00 LIMIT: 200

MCC Spring 2019 Showcase The Matteson Community Center would like to cordially invite you to our Spring Craft Show Annual MCC Spring Showcase. Those students enrolled in the Winter/ Whether you are looking for the perfect gift for Mother’s Day or just wanted Spring classes of Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Pointe, to treat yourself. The Matteson Spring Craft show will offer a variety of truly Modern, Lyrical, Hip-Hop & MCC Cheer teams will participate in the unique items from local vendors. The Spring Craft Show will be held on 2019 showcase which is scheduled Friday, April 26th. Tickets will be Saturday, April 13th from 10 – 2 pm. FREE ADMISSION. Purchase items available for purchase at the Matteson Community Center starting from the vendor and receive raffle tickets for a special gift raffle prize. March 1st. Interested in being a vendor, please contact us at 708-996-4091. PROGRAM#: 360501-01 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center LOCATION: Lincoln Way East High School (201 Colorado Ave, AGE: All Ages Frankfort IL 60423) DATE: Saturday, April 13th DAY/DATE: Friday, April 26th TIME: 10:00 – 2:00 pm TIME: 6:00 – 9:00 pm FEE: FREE ADMISSION TICKET FEE: T.B.A

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Mother-Daughter Brunch Please join us as we celebrate and honor the bond between Mother and Daughter over a delicious brunch, laughs and love at the Matteson Community Center for our Mother-Daughter Brunch. This fun filled experience includes a delicious catered brunch, music games and prizes. Capture memories together with a professional photographer who will be If you haven’t experienced our inflatable, indoor, on the water obstacle available to take pictures of each Mother-Daughter duo starting at 10:00 course, come check it out! Bring your excitement, your energy, and your a.m. Purchase tickets ahead of time, no tickets will be sold at the door, “ninja” skills to the pool for hours of fun! limited space available AGE: 6+ recommended PROGRAM#: 361302-01 DATE/TIME: March 30 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm LOCATION: Matteson Community Center DATE/TIMES: May 18 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm AGE: All Ages DATE/TIME: April 27 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm TIME: Photographer: 10:00 am DATE/TIMES: June 22 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm & 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Brunch: 11:00 – 2:00 pm INDIVIDUAL FEE: $8 per person, per time slot (open to the public) DAY/DATES: Saturday, May 11th LIMITS : Only USCG Approved floatation devices allowed. FEE: $30.00 (per couple) Pre-register TODAY! $15 (Additional participant) LIMIT: 100 Individuals

Water Safety Day in May! May is National Water Safety Month – Join us for free swim lessons & water safety demonstrations! AGE: All ages & abilities welcome! FEE: FREE & open to the public! DATE/TIME: May 11 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm LOCATION: Aquatic Center. Pre-register for FREE swim lessons

H2Whoa! Pool Party An Autism & Special Abilities Friendly Event April is Autism Awareness Month! Join us in April for fun, games, water safety info, and FREE swim lessons (with pre-registration). DATE: April 20th Flik n’ Float Movie Nights TIME 1 - 5 pm TIME: 7:30 pm FEE: $10 per participant FEE: $4 LOCATION: Aquatic Center. Group rates available, please contact DATES February 22nd | Incredibles 2 [email protected] March 15th | Pokemon (The First) Pre-register for a FREE Lesson online. April 12th | Madagascar LIMITS: Guardian required, USCG approved floatation May 3rd | Aladdin devices ONLY LOCATION: Aquatic Center

22 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Dance & Movement Programs HipQuake Belly Dance Fitness This class is a full body workout that uses a combination of light calisthenics and belly dance movements in isolation to tighten and tone the body. Emphasis is on a fusion of Turkish and Egyptian belly dance with a little of African and Latin dance. This class will focus on burning calories (min. Burn per class + 450 Line calories), having fun and advancing the skills for all returning students. Veil will continue to prominently feature. The instructor may have a few Dancing available for use; however, you may purchase or bring your own. Line Dance for your health! Here are your Notes: exercise and dance lessons combined into ■ All dance technique can be modified to address individual’s one. Come out and learn the new slides as physical limitations you dance and exercise your pounds away! ■ Items available for purchase: Hip Scarves & Class Music Be ready for the upcoming events in your life which may include: Weddings, Graduations, ■ Attire: Socks, Ballet or Jazz Slippers and close fitted fitness tops White Parties, Birthday, Cruises, and Social ■ Veil requirements: Size (L): 2.5-yard material; (W): 36 in. Materials Engagements, etc. You do not want to miss Type: Silk, Chiffon or any lightweight material this class. PROGRAM#: 32040-03 32040-04 PROGRAM#: 32047-05 32047-06 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center 32047-07 32047-08 AGE; 16 & Older LOCATION: Oakwood Recreation Center TIME: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm AGE; 16 & Older DAY/DATES: Mondays TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 pm Sess. III: March 11th – May 6th DAY/DATES: Tuesdays (No Class on April 8th & April 29th) Sess V: March 12th – April 16th Sess. IV: May 13th – June 17th Sess VII: April 30th – June 4th FEE: $40.00 Thursdays Sess. VI: March 14th – April 18th Sess. VIII: May 2nd – June 6th FEE/WKS: $65/NR $70.00 (per participant)/ 6 wks Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. Register by the Registration Deadline!

MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 23 Dance & Movement Programs Jumping 2B Empowered Double Dutch Program Jumping 2-Be Empowered is a single and Double Dutch class with a unique class structure focusing on the mind, body, soul, social and emotional well-being. J2BEE provides empowerment coaching skills with family movie nights surrounding the sport of jump rope. The sport of jump rope is a fun and lifelong sport for the whole family starting at Stepping age 7 to adults. J2BEE coaching goals will help with healthy hearts, decrease child and adult obesity, build strength, increase endurance with Style and character, and help with behavior challenges, better grades in Want to learn how to step? Then this class is school while incorporating social and emotional learning skills. for you! Stepping is an organized form of PROGRAM#: 360800-01 360800-02 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center rhythmic dance. Students will learn basic steps AGE: 7 & Older and turns of stepping. No longer will you be on DAY/DATES/TIME: Saturday: 10:00 – 11:00 am Sess V: March 2nd – April 27th the outside looking in. You will be able to join (Movie Day: April 27th 10:00 – 12:00 pm) in with all the other steppers in the Chicago- (No Class April 6th) Monday: 6:00 – 7:00 pm land area. Salamm’s Production presented the Sess VI: March 4th – April 29th award for “Favorite Stepping Class” in the (Character Building Day: March 18th 6:00 – 8:00 pm) (No Class April 8th) South Suburban area to the Matteson FEE/WKS: $70 (per participant)/ 8 wks Community Center. PROGRAM#: 32015-02 32015-03 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE; 16 & Older TIME: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm DAY/DATES: Tuesdays Sess II: February 26th – April 2nd Sess. III: April 9th – May 14th FEE: $55 per person / $99 per couple Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. Register by the Registration Deadline!

24 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Rich Township Programs

Rich Township Classes Web Site: http//www.richtownship.org – Click “Senior Services” Available Senior Center: 297 Liberty Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466 Registration Necessary Phone: 748-5454 / Fax: 748-5264 Call 748-5454 for more information (Various classes have a fee) Town Hall: 22013 Governors Highway, Richton Park, IL 60471 Phone: 748-6722 / Fax: 748-8796 AARP Driver Safety Classes Bi-Monthly - Starting April - Times TBA Office Hours: Cards Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. of all ages, can take advantage of the bus Any Day, Any Time service throughout the township Monday In-Home Service: through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Informational Seminars This help is provided on a sliding fee scale shopping only available on Saturdays. Call Rich Township at 748-6727 and make reservations Line Dancing to those senior citizens, 60 years of age and Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. older or disabled, for several hours a week. for this service two days in advance. Buses Light housekeeping, assistance with meal are equipped with a wheelchair lift. One hour Monthly Movies preparation, shopping and laundry services transportation is available for shopping only. 2nd Wednesday @ 1:00 p.m. can be provided. Blood Pressure: Monthly Trips Extend-A-Meal: Registered nurses are available each Thursday Rich Township Senior Citizens, 60 and over morning from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon to Jewelry Class 2nd & 4th Tuesday @ 1:00 p.m. or disabled who qualify, based on need, can take your blood pressure at the Rich Township receive home delivered meals. Hot noon meals Senior Center. There is no charge and no appointment is necessary. Podiatry Clinic are delivered five days a week through private Call for an appointment pay program. Further information, call 748- On the fourth Thursday ONLY from 10:00 a.m. 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday 5454. to 12:00 noon, Rich Township in conjunction 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with the Park Forest Health Department, is Rich Township offering the blood pressure plus additional Yarn-ers Transportation: services. These services may include: diabetes Every Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. screening, cholesterol check, hemocult kit, Rich Township Senior Citizens, 55 years of health evaluation, and medication information. Rules of the Road age and older, and handicapped individuals Registration Required 4th Wednesday at Senior Center every other month @ 1:30 p.m. Senior Exercise Class Monday/Wednesday/Friday @ 10:00 a.m. Yoga Class Fridays 2:00 p.m. ($4.00 per class) Haircuts 2nd & 4th Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Call 748-5454 to make an appointment AARP monthly meeting 3rd Monday @ 1:15 p.m. (do not meet in July & August) BINGO Every Wednesday @ 10:00 a.m.

MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 25 Skilled Crafts & Fine Arts Programs

Beginning Bridge Two Over One You are invited to the exciting World of Bridge. Where you will meet new friends near and far and enjoy a challenging game, but most of all have FUN. Beginning Bridge Two Over One introduces the mechanics: counting, bidding, play of the dance and defense. PROGRAM#: 340903-01 340903-02 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE; 16 & Older TIME: 9:30 am – 11:30 am DAY/DATES: Wednesdays Sess. I: February 27th – April 24th (No Class April 3rd) Sess. II: May 1st – June 26th FEE/WKS: $62.50 / NR: $67.50 (8wks) Jossie’s Classes Kids W.A.Y? Acting & Film Academy Ages 5 & Older This program focus will be on teaching all aspects of the Film, Television and Commercial business, including preparing for auditions. Students, also known as, “W.A.Y. kids, are creatively challenged to get closer to successfully answering the question, “Who Am I?” Ultimately, the kids will learn to be confident and make choices that will equip them with the tools to be successful leaders in their community. Class focus is learning technique and building self-confidence. W.A.Y. kids work on acting fundamentals; guided exercises, scene work, monologues, mock auditions and real time “shoot days”. PROGRAM#: 360402-01 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center TIMES: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm DAY/DATES: Fridays Sess. I: March 8th – April 26th Intermediate Bridge FEE/WKS: $115.00 (per student) (8wks) Students will focus on assorted topics, review the ABC’s of declarer’s plan to meet their objectives in making a contact. Piano Lessons Students learn to recognize a suit played by the opponent; identify This program is year-round and for all ages. The program will the exit card; and to eliminate the defender’s option. feature learning reading skills, rhythm skills, keyboard geographic and music theory, primary technique training and playing by chord Supervised Play approach. After the private consecutive hour lesson, those who Students will practice skills learned during class in an abbreviated are registered students there will be a conference for potential duplicated game. direction. Materials are to be supplied by the participant (approx. PROGRAM#: Class: 31016-02 31016-03 $8.00). Registrants should contact Diana Egan at 708-748-7509 Sup. Play: 340904-02 340904-03 to set-up the private lesson first before registering at the Matteson LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE; 16 & Older Community Center. TIME: Class: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm PROGRAM: 360600-01 (Pre-Piano) Sup. Play: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm AGE/FEE: 3-4 yr. old | $90.00 (per participant) DAY/DATES: Mondays 360600-02 (Beg. Piano) Sess. II: February 25th – April 22nd 5 & Older | $90.00 (per participant) (No Class April 1st) 360600-03 (Sr. Piano) Sess. III: April 29th – June 24th 55 & Older | $71.00 (per participant) FEE/WKS: Class: $62.50 / NR $67.50 (8wks) DAY/TIME: Contact Diane Egan at 708-748-7509 Sup. Play: $33.50 / NR $37.50 (8wks) WKS: 6 wks

26 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Skilled Crafts & Fine Arts Programs

Youth Gardening Program Grow Full of Life This program is geared towards providing youth in our community with the opportunity to learn how to grow their own food. This is a creative hands on experience that teaches about gardening basics, plan anatomy, plant and soil relationship, succession & plot planning/planting, weeding and garden care, pollinators and insect identification & importance, harvesting produce, seed saving, and much more!! Youth will take some plants and produce home to share with their families. There may be a guest speaker/ presentations, fieldtrips, and other events. More information will be provided as the season progresses. PROGRAM#: 160700-01 (Growing Season) 260700-01 (Harvest Season) Nova Horseback LOCATION: Oakwood Recreation Center DAY/AGES/DATES: Growing Season Riding Lessons May 13th – July 29th (No Class on July 2nd/4th) Teen Gardeners: 13 – 18 yr. old -01 Ages 6 & Older Tuesdays: 6:00 – 7:00 pm Get up and go! It’s time to ride at Nova Quarter Horses, Inc. fun Junior Gardeners: 6-12 yr. old -02 for all ages at any riding level, no previous experience is needed. Thursdays: 6:00 – 7:00 pm Come out to learn both Western and English disciplines taught by Harvest Season August 5th – October 14th our highly qualified trainers and instructors. We offer both an Teen Gardeners: 13 – 18 yr. old -01 indoor and outdoor arena, so Nova can offer lessons year-round. A Tuesdays: 6:00 – 7:00 pm 5-lesson card includes 5 individual one-hour lessons within a Junior Gardeners: 6-12 yr. old -02 group format. Once you lesson card is purchased, call Nova to Thursdays: 6:00 – 7:00 pm schedule your lesson at (708)479-3696. FEE/WKS: $80.00/ 10 weeks Note: Jeans and hard soled or gym shoes are required. PROGRAM #: 360900-02 LOCATION: Nova Quarter Horses 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena IL 60443 TIME/DAY: After registration, contact Nova Quarter Horses @ 708-479-3696 to set up a schedule FEE: $170.00 Nova’s Mommy & Me Ages 6 & Older Cartooning/ Mother’s Day is an occasion to celebrate-why not let Nova Quarter Horses give you a Mother’s Day you won’t forget? Come Creativity Class join us with your little ones for a fun filled day of riding and It’s never too early or too late to create! No previous art training crafting! This event includes a riding lesson, a tour of our barn as required. Relax and have fun while learning to create your own well as the opportunity to learn how to groom a horse! Once cartoon characters using the Circle Format technique created by you’re done horsing around, every child is provided the materials Walt Disney. Class will include layout design, developing cartoon to make Mom a special keepsake to remember this special day. characters, movement marks, inking, and coloring cartoons. Come out and join us for this unique Mother’s Day experience! PROGRAM#: 360400-01 360400-02 PROGRAM #: 361301-01 361301-02 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center LOCATION: Nova Quarter Horses DAY/DATES: Wednesdays 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena IL 60443 Sess. I: March 20th – May 1st TIME/DAY: Friday, May 10th (5:30 pm -7:30 pm) AGES/TIMES: Adults: 3:00 – 4:30 pm -01 Saturday, May 11th (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm) Youth (8-11): 5:00 – 6:30 pm -02 FEE: $70/per couple FEE/WKS: $15.00 (per week, per student) (7wks) $30/additional riders

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South Suburban 19910 80th Avenue Tinley Park, IL 60487 Special Recreation Association 815-806-0384 (Phone) South Suburban Special Recreation Association (SSSRA) is a therapeutic 815-806-0390 (Fax) recreation program that is an extension of the Matteson Parks & 711 (Illinois Relay System) Recreation Department. SSSRA is organized to provide individuals with www.sssra.org special needs or disabilities the opportunity to be involved in year round recreation programs. SSSRA programs are for individuals from birth through adult who are in special education classes, sheltered workshops or whom have Spring Break Camp recreational needs not met by traditional park district programs. Circus Fun Persons residing in SSSRA member agency communities are considered Boys and girls, step right up to enjoy a day off from school! residents. These agencies are: Country Club Hills Park District, Participants will engage in various circus themed crafts, games, and Hazel Crest Park District, Homewood-Flossmoor Park District, Lan- activities. Please send participants with a lunch. Snacks will be Oak Park District, Matteson Recreational Division, Oak Forest Park provided. All individuals must complete the SSSRA registration form District, Olympia Fields Park District, Park Forest Recreation & Parks and return it to the SSSRA office. Department, Richton Park Parks & Recreation Department, and Tinley AGES: Children ages 2 - 5, 6 - 12 Park-Park District. LOCATION: Matteson Community Center (Matteson Avenue) DATE: Monday, April 22 Programs and special events are offered seasonally throughout TIME: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm the year. They include programs in the areas of Early Childhood FEE: R: $19, NR: $38 Development, Cultural Arts, Illinois Special Olympics, Summer Day Camp, Sports & Fitness, Social Programs, Adaptive Sports, Special Spring Drama Show Events and Overnight Trips. See your friends perform at Freedom Hall! The Drama Club has been hard A complete program brochure is available at the Matteson Parks & at work all season, and is ready to put on a show that you will not forget. Recreation Department and the SSSRA office. Please call the SSSRA office This event is free, so bring your friends and family members. Participants if you would like to receive the SSSRA brochure on a seasonal basis. must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or group home staff. This is Professional staff with experience in the field of Therapeutic Recreation not a staffed event. or a related field supervise all SSSRA programs. They are assisted AGES: All SSSRA Participants and Family by individuals who are trained by SSSRA staff in specific areas of LOCATION: Freedom Hall, Park Forest DATE: Monday, April 22 therapeutic recreation. TIME: 7:00 pm show Scholarships are available to SSSRA residents with disabilities who FEE: FREE would like to participate in one or more programs, but cannot afford the fees charged. Pizza & Pool Party Through the Inclusion process, SSSRA staff members are available Swimming, food, friends, and fun – what a way to spend an afternoon! to help participants choose an appropriate program, conduct staff We will start our day splashing around in the pool and then move the trainings, or supply adaptive equipment if you or a family member is fun to a party room for pizza. Be sure to pack dry clothes and a towel. interested in a park district or recreation department program. Please note that we share the pool with the public. Please note that participant’s guardian/caregiver must assist with personal needs, i.e. Janet Porter, CTRS - Executive Director dressing. All individuals must complete the SSSRA registration form Lisa Drzewiecki - Superintendent and return it to the SSSRA office. Pam Alvarado - Operations Manager AGES: Children ages 6 - 12 Tammy McMahon - Inclusion Manager LOCATION: Matteson Community Center (Matteson Avenue) Katie Lucas, CTRS - Program Manager DATE: Saturday, May 18 TIME: 1:00 - 3:30 pm Rob Hentschel - Support Staff Manager FEE: R: $48, NR: $96 Kiley Harmon, CTRS - Recreation Specialist Stephanie Bitz - Recreation Specialist SSSRA is Now Hiring Part-Time Staff! Regina Ross-Ellison - Finance & Office Manager SSSRA is currently hiring Recreation Leaders to assist in a variety of programs and special events. These include general weekly Sandy DeFrancesco - Secretary/Registrar programs, seasonal special events, Special Olympics, and Inclusion. Laura Pubins - Secretary/Registrar If you are interested in applying for a position or would like more Anna Broccolo - Public Relations Manager information, please visit our website at www.sssra.org or call John Braun - Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator 815-806-0384.

28 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Sports & Athletics Programs

2019 South-East Suburban Soccer League (IL) Ages 6 – 14 yrs. old New to the Chicago Southland is the South-East Suburban Soccer League (IL). The SESSL is led by Coach Ben Oparanozie, a US Soccer Class B Coach who has played and coached professionally in India and Nigeria. The 7-week program features ball skills, advanced passing, amazing defense, small-sided games and bi weekly league games (depending on rosters). Let the SESSL grow your soccer game to the next level. PROGRAM#: 220102-01 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center (Soccer Field) TIMES: 6:00 – 7:00 pm DAY/DATES: Tuesdays Sess. I: April 9th – May 21st Registration begins March 3rd and ends April 8th. FEE/WKS: $95.00 (per student) (7wks) (Includes T-Shirt & Bi-Weekly Games on Saturdays) Pre-Season 2019 South-East Suburban Baseball Soccer Bitty League Workshops DATE: February 23rd - March 30th Ages 3-5 yrs. old SESSIONS: 6 sessions The South-East Suburban Soccer League (IL) is proud to present Bitty Soccer! TIME: T-ball – 3 pm–4 pm This fundamental skill based 7-week training program introduces your little Pinto/Mustang – 4 pm-5 pm FEE: FREE kicker to ball skills, passing and games through competition (depending on INSTRUCTORS: Bruce Wesley, Nick Hale rosters). Let the SESSL grow your soccer game LOCATION: Oakwood Community Center PROGRAM#: 220102-02 (4450 w Oakwood Lane, Matteson IL) LOCATION: Matteson Community Center CONTACT: Alex Brown, MBA (Soccer Field) Athletic Program & Parks Manager | TIMES: 6:00 – 7:00 pm Village of Matteson Recreational Services DAY/DATES: Tuesdays 708-996-4084 Sess. I: April 9th – May 21st [email protected] Registration begins March 3rd and ends April 8th. FEE/WKS: $70.00 (per student) (7wks) Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. Register by the Registration Deadline!

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The Youth Baseball Association of Matteson

Join the Matteson Parks and Recreation Department Youth Baseball League! This league will focus on teaching children how to play baseball and play as a team. This volunteer coached program is designed to give baseball players an opportunity to have fun and practice their skills. Teams will have weekly practice sessions in addition to their weekly games. Available practice times may be on weeknights or weekends. Fees include: ■ All equipment (except gloves and cleats) ■ Official baseball umpires (for Mustang, Bronco and Pony/Colt *REGISTRATION Begins February 25th – Deadline is April 9th.

PROGRAM # DIVISIONS FEES 37013-01 T-BALL 5-6 $100.00 37013-02 PINTO 7-8 $125.00 37013-03 MUSTANG (MINORS) AGES 9-10 $125.00 37013-04 BRONCO (MAJORS) AGES 11-12 $130.00 37013-05 PONY/ COLT AGES 13-14 $135.00

The age is determined as of May, 1 2019 To become a volunteer, please contact the Matteson Parks and Recreation Department at 708.996.4084 Start date is T.B.A Volunteer coaches needed! UMPIRES NEEDED Must be at least 16 years old with reliable transportation. Previous baseball experience is preferred.

30 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Workshop Programs

Painting Workshop hosted by At Home Paint Party Come enjoy a fun and relaxing paint workshop at the Matteson Rec! Learn to paint popular creations that include wine glasses, beautiful flowers and landscapes, the Chicago skyline and much more. Classes are intimate so the instructor can provide Polymer Clay everyone with special attention. Invite your friends, kids, and family members to share the experience Jewelry Workshop with. Check out AtHomePaintParty on Instagram to Come join Mixed Media Artist Debra Glenn for a fun and creative workshop. The get an idea of some of the art we will be painting! objective of the 4-hour polymer clay workshop is to familiarize each participant PROGRAM#: 360902-01 360902-02 with the basic skill set to create a wearable jewelry piece i.e. a pair of earrings or 360902-03 360902-04 a pendant. In class participants will learn working essentials for a professionally LOCATION: Matteson Community Center finished piece. DAY/DATES/TIME: Sundays: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Workshop I: February 24th ■ Designed/sketching a desired piece Workshop II: March 10th ■ Conditioning/manipulating polymer clay Workshop III: April 14th Workshop IV: May 12th ■ Texturizing and shaping clay AGE/FEE: Youth: (8-12) $25.00 ■ Baking a finished piece Adult: (13 & Older) $35.00 ■ Cleaning/finalizing your finished piece Supplies List Needed: All Polymer clay essentials available at Hobby Lobby: (1) 2 oz, bars of polymer clay in your choice of colors (for this initial project, Sculpey Premo or Fimo Soft is suggested) (Bring the colors of your choice) Other essential tools will be brought in by the Instructor i.e. Convection oven for baking your finished design, clay cutters. As you progress in the creative world of polymer clay-other tools can be added to your arsenal to bring your design to life. PROGRAM#: 340901-02 340901-03 340901-04 340901-05 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGES: 16 & Older DAY/DATE: Saturday Workshop II: February 16th Workshop III: March 16th Workshop IV: April 20th Line Dance Workshop V: May 11th Line Dance for your health! Here’s your exercise and TIME: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm dance lesson combined into one. Come out and learn FEE: $45.00 (per participant) the new slides as you dance your pounds away! Be ready for the upcoming events in your life which may Cartooning/Creativity Class include weddings, graduations, white parties, It’s never too early or too late to create! No previous art training required. Relax birthdays, cruises, social engagements, etc. You do and have fun while learning to create your own cartoon characters using the not want to miss this free workshop! Space is limited. Circle Format technique created by Walt Disney. Class will include layout design, Register today! developing cartoon characters, movement marks, inking, and coloring cartoons. PROGRAM#: 39089-02 39089-03 PROGRAM#: 360801-01 360801-02 LOCATION: Oakwood Recreation Center LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE: 16 & Older DAY/DATES: Wednesdays TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 pm March 13th DAY/DATES: Thursday AGES/TIMES: Adults: 3:00 – 4:30 pm -01 Workshop II: March 7th Youth (8-11): 5:00 – 6:30 pm -02 Workshop III: April 25th FEE/WKS: $15.00 (per student) FEE: FREE

MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 31 Workshop Programs Rules of the Road Review Course The Rule of the Road Review Course is designed to give driver’s especially senior citizens and person with disabilities the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver’s license the review course combines and explanation of the driving exam.

PROGRAM#: 340910-02 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center AGE: 50 & Older DAY/DATES: Friday, May 10th TIME: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Jumping 2B FEE: FREE Empowered FREE Jump Rope Clinic Jumping 2-Be Empowered is a single and Double Dutch class with a unique class structure focusing on the mind, body, soul, social and emotional well-being. The sport of jump rope is a fun and lifelong sport for the whole family starting at age 7 to adults. J2BEE coaching goals will help with healthy hearts, Nova Quarter Horses decrease child and adult obesity, build strength, increase endurance and character, One Day Spring Camp and help with behavior challenges, better Come join Nova Quarter Horses for a one-day Spring Horse Camp! grades in school while incorporating social The day will consist of hands-on experience and a riding lesson. and emotional learning skills. Guided by our experienced staff members, each participant will learn to PROGRAM#: 360401-01 360401-02 saddle, bridle and groom their way own 360401-03 360401-04 LOCATION: Matteson Community Center horse before taking them to the arena AGE: 7 & Older DAY/DATES/TIME: Thursday: National Single Parents Day for their lesson. No need to worry Workshop I: March 21st about the weather outside, as the Nova 5:30 – 7:30 pm office is heated, and the barn and arena Saturday: Character Building Day Workshop II: May 4th are insulated, and climate controlled. 10:00 – 12:00 pm Camp participants should bring a brown bag lunch Monday: Workshop III: May 6th PROGRAM #: 320301-01 6:00 – 7:00 pm LOCATION: Nova Quarter Horses 10129 W. 187th Street, Saturday: Mokena IL 60443 Workshop IV: May 13th TIME/DAY: Monday, April 22nd 6:00 – 7:00 pm 9:00 am – 3:00 pm FEE: FREE FEE: $85.00

32 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Village of Matteson Map

Parks

2 1 1 Allemong 2 Woodgate 1 3 Notre Dame

10 8 4 Oakwood 17 5 Memorial 3 18 3 9 6 4 Dettmering 5 7 Governors Trail 4 8 Miller Gardens

15 11 16 6 5 13 6 14 8

7 12 7

Schools & Places

●1 Marya Yates School ●6 Matteson Library ●11 Village Hall ●16 Fire Station #2 ●2 Woodgate School ●7 St. Lawrence O’Toole School ●12 Fire Station #1 ●17 Public Works ●3 Sieden Prairie School ●8 Zion Lutheran School ●13 R.R. Station ●18 Colin Powell School ●4 Oakwood Community ●9 Police Station ●14 Matteson School ● Matteson Community Center Center 5 ● 10 Post Office ● 15 Huth U.G.School

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Park Sites & Facilities

Park & Location NO. OF ACRES BASEBALL DIAMONDSCOMMUNITY CENTERDRINKING FOUNTAINFIELDHOUSE FOOTBALL/SOCCERGAZEBO FIELD (NO ELECTRIC)HORSESHOE PITSICE RINK OFF STREET PARKINGOUTDOOR SPACES V-BALLPATHWAY COURT LENGTHPICNIC (IN MILES) AREA/GRILLSPLAYGROUNDS SHELTER WITH ELECTRICTENNIS COURTS UNIVERSAL ROOMWASHROOMS ALLEMONG PARK 73/ Willow Rd. & Allemong 25.0 3 1 1 1 1 4HC 0.46 1 HA 1 2P BUTTERFIELD PARK Homeland & Ashford 2.0 1 CREEKSIDE/SUNFLOWER PARK 2.0 DETTMERING TOT LOT Olympian Way & Dettmering 0.2 1 GLENEAGLE PARK Pondview Drive 3.0 1 GOVERNORS TRAIL PARK 50 1 21402 S. Governors Highway 20.7 2 1 Max 1 0.31 3G 1 1 2P KENNEDY PARK 10.0 MEMORIAL PARK 102 1 212 Place & Tower Avenue 14.0 3 3 1 1 2L 1L 5HC 1L 2G HA 1 3L 1HA MILLER GARDENS Miller Circle Drive 2.5 0.25 NEWBURY ESTATES PARK Donnington & Colegate 2.0 1 NOTRE DAME PARK 20/ Notre Dame Drive & Central Ave. 11.0 1 3 1 1 1 3HC 1 0.41 1 HA 1 2L 2P OAKWOOD PARK 32/ 1 2P 4450 W. Oakwood Lane 10.0 2 1 1 1 1 2HC 1 0.38 2G HA 1 2L 1 1HA PARK POINT 2.0 PROVIDENCE MANOR PARK Maryview Parkway & Trinity Place 2.0 1 RIDGELAND PARK Old Plank Road 2.0 1 1 1 1HA WOODGATE PARK 37/ 1 2 112 Central Avenue 17.0 2 3 1 1 1 3HC 1 0.45 2G HA 1 2L 3P L = Lighted G = Grill HC = Handicapped Parking # = Including school walkway P = Porta Potties, (Summer Only) HA = Handicapped Accessible

PROGRAM LOCATIONS ADDRESS PARKING FACILITIES Colin Powell School ...... 20600 Matteson Avenue ...... School Parking Lot Marya Yates Elementary School...... 6131 Allemong ...... School Parking Lot Matteson Community Center...... 20642 Matteson Avenue ...... East and West Parking Lot Matteson Elementary School ...... 21245 Main Street ...... School Parking Lot Memorial Park Fieldhouse ...... 212 Place and Tower Avenue...... Northeast & North Lot Oakwood Community Center...... 4450 West Oakwood Lane ...... West Parking Lot Sieden Prairie Elementary School...... 725 Notre Dame ...... School Parking Lot Woodgate Elementary School ...... 101 Central Avenue ...... School Parking Lot

34 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2019 Calendar of Events

YEARROUND 26 Stepping with Style (16 & older) (Sess. II:) begins 27 Beginning Bridge - Two Over One (16 & older) Bubblemaker Party (8 years & older) (Sess. I:) begins CELTS Day Camp/Care or School Group Lessons (2 years - 18 years) MARCH CELTS Open Swim Packages 2 Jumping 2B Empowered - Double Dutch Program CELTS Semi-Private (3 years & older) or (Sess. V:) (Saturdays) begins Private Lessons (All Ages) 4 CELTS Stroke Clinic Begins

FIELDHOUSE FOOTBALL/SOCCERGAZEBO FIELD (NO ELECTRIC) OUTDOOR V-BALLPATHWAY COURT LENGTHPICNIC (IN MILES) AREA/GRILLS WASHROOMS NO. OF ACRES BASEBALL DIAMONDSCOMMUNITY CENTERDRINKING FOUNTAIN HORSESHOE PITSICE RINK OFF STREET PARKING SPACES PLAYGROUNDS SHELTER WITH ELECTRICTENNIS COURTS UNIVERSAL ROOM CELTS Swim Lessons | Adult Group 4 Jumping 2B Empowered - Double Dutch Program (15 years & older) (Sess. VI:) (Mondays) begins CELTS Swim Lessons | Youth Group 7 FREE WORKSHOP (3 years - 14 years) Line Dance (16 & older) (Workshop II:) Flik n’ Float Movie Screen Rental 8 Jossie’s Classes - Kids W.A.Y.? Acting & H2OoooH! Playground Party | Film Academy (Sess. I:) begins Playground Rental 10 WORKSHOP Nova Horseback Riding Lessons (6 & older) Painting Workshop (8 through adult) (Workshop II:) Piano Lessons (All Ages) 11 HipQuake Belly Dance Fitness (16 & older) FEBRUARY begins 12 CELTS Babies & Me | Little Fish Course 16 WORKSHOP (7 months - 3 years) (Tuesdays) Begins Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop (16 & older) 12 CELTS Babies & Me | My First Swim Course 17 CELTS Babies & Me | Little Fish Course (1 month - 1 year) (Tuesdays) Begins (7 months - 3 years) (Sundays) Begins 12 Line Dancing (16 & older) (Sess. V:) 17 CELTS Babies & Me | My First Swim Course (1 (Tuesdays) begins month - 1 year) (Sundays) Begins 13 WORKSHOP 18 CELTS Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to Cartooning/Creativity Class (All Ages) Swim Lessons (Mondays) (3 years+) Begins 14 Line Dancing (16 & older) (Sess. VI:) 18 Resident Registration Begins (Thursdays) begins 22 SPECIAL EVENT 15 SAVE THE DATE Flik n’ Float Movie Screen Rental “Incredibles 2” Dollars for Scholars – Pot O’ Gold Raffle 23 CELTS Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to 15 SPECIAL EVENT Swim Lessons (Saturdays) (3 years+) Begins Flik n’ Float Movie Screen Rental “Pokemon (The First)” 23 FREE WORKSHOP Pre-Season Baseball Workshops 16 WORKSHOP Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop (16 & older) 24 WORKSHOP Painting Workshop 20 Cartooning/Creativity Class (All Ages) begins (8 through adult) (Workshop I:) 21 FREE WORKSHOP 25 CELTS Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to Jumping 2B Empowered Jump Rope Clinic Swim Lessons (Wednesdays) (3 years+) Begins (7 & older) (Workshop I:) (Thursday)

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22 SPECIAL EVENT 27 H2OoooH! Playground Mother-Son Dance 30 Line Dancing (16 & older) (Sess. VII:) 28 Matteson Member Appreciation Day (Tuesdays) begins 30 H2OoooH! Playground MAY APRIL 1 Beginning Bridge – Two Over One (16 & older) (Sess. II:) begins 1 CELTS Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to Swim Lessons (Mondays) (3 years+) Begins 2 Line Dancing (16 & older) (Sess. VIII:) (Thursdays) begins 3 CELTS Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to Swim Lessons (Wednesdays) (3 years+) Begins 3 SPECIAL EVENT Flik n’ Float Movie Screen Rental ”Aladdin” 6 CELTS Special Abilities & Adaptive Learn to Swim Lessons (Saturdays) (3 years+) Begins 4 FREE WORKSHOP Jumping 2B Empowered Jump Rope Clinic 9 2019 South-East Suburban Soccer Bitty League (7 & older) (Workshop II:) (Saturday) (3 - 5 years old) begins 6 FREE WORKSHOP 9 2019 South-East Suburban Soccer League (IL) Jumping 2B Empowered Jump Rope Clinic (6 - 14 years old) begins (7 & older) (Workshop III:) (Monday) 9 Stepping with Style (16 & older) 10 FREE WORKSHOP (Sess. III:) begins Rules of the Road Review Course 10 CELTIC Torpedo Age Group Swim Team Tryouts 10 Nova’s Mommy & Me (6 & older) 12 CELTIC Torpedo Age Group Swim Team Tryouts 11 Nova’s Mommy & Me (6 & older) 12 SPECIAL EVENT 11 SPECIAL EVENT Flik n’ Float Movie Screen Rental “Madagascar” Mother-Daughter Brunch (All Ages) 13 SPECIAL EVENT 11 SPECIAL EVENT Spring Craft Show Water Safety Day 14 WORKSHOP 11 WORKSHOP Painting Workshop (8 through adult) Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop (16 & older) (Workshop III:) 12 WORKSHOP 17 SAVE THE DATE Painting Workshop (8 through adult) April Food Day Drive (Workshop IV:) 20 SPECIAL EVENT 13 FREE WORKSHOP Easter Egg Dash (1 - 10 years old) Jumping 2B Empowered Jump Rope Clinic (Workshop IV:) (Saturday) 20 SPECIAL EVENT H2Whoa! Pool Party 13 HipQuake Belly Dance Fitness (16 & older) begins 20 WORKSHOP Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop (16 & older) 13 Youth Gardening Program – Grow Full of Life begins 22 WORKSHOP Nova Quarter Horses – One Day Spring Camp 27 SAVE THE DATE Memorial Day Parade (All Ages) 25 FREE WORKSHOP Line Dance (16 & older) (Workshop III:) 26 SPECIAL EVENT MCC Spring 2019 Showcase (All Ages)

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New Plan Announced for Former Lincoln Mall Site Village President Sheila Chalmers-Currin and the Board of “Market Square crossing will bring diverse forms of economic Trustees were joined by e Lord Companies, U.S. Congresswoman development that will bolster the viability of not only Matteson, Robin Kelly, Illinois State Senator Michael Hastings, Illinois but also the Southland region.” says president Chalmers-Currin. State Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin, community leaders e redevelopment plan outlines nearly 600 housing units and Matteson residents in the (townhomes/condominiums) built announcement of a major new into four-story buildings with development for the now demolished commercial use at the ground levels. Lincoln Mall site. e redevelopment plan also calls A master redevelopment plan for for entertainment uses such as live the 60-acre site, southeast of U.S. 30 theater performances, concerts, and Cicero Avenue, was a top priority as well as indoor/outdoor sports of President Chalmers-Currin upon tournaments. being sworn into offi ce in May of 2017. “I am impressed by the e redevelopment project entitled, focused planning and actions Market Square Crossing, will off er of President Chalmers-Currin signifi cant commercial businesses, and her administration,” said residential (townhome/condominiums), recreational facilities, Representative Meyers-Martin. “Matteson is now the example of entertainment, and pedestrian paths. how municipalities should monitor and adapt to the ever-changing Earlier this year the Village of Matteson hired e Lord consumer shopping trends. Market Square Crossing will have Companies of Chicago, to coordinate the entire plan. e Lord a positive impact on the Southland region’s economy. is is an Companies will market the plan that is being divided into 14 lots. exciting time for us here in Southern Cook County.” Matteson and RATIO Architects Gearing up for Streetscape Improvement Plan e Village President and Board of Trustees request for proposal. e RATIO team approved an agreement to partner with demonstrated an impressive understanding CMAP (Chicago Metropolitan Agency of Matteson and multiple disciplines, which for Planning) to hire an architectural will off er an approach that is ideally suited consultant, RATIO to produce a Streetscape to the needs of the Village. Improvement Plan for Lincoln Highway & ere will be a steering committee Cicero Avenue. e Village was awarded a that will encompass staff , residents, matching grant of 80/20 for a plan last year. and stakeholders in the community. Announcements will be made for public engagement workshops. Avenue from Vollmer to CN rail. e plan will help improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists by increasing connectivity between our neighborhoods and commercial areas. Additionally, the plan will include the use of wayfi nding signage. It will build on recent planning projects, partnerships, and past success generated from the Master Plan for Economic e Streetscape Improvement plan Development and Land Use. will entail US Rt. 30 from Governors RATIO was selected from four Highway to Harlem Avenue and Cicero consultants that responded to the

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A Day of Service at Generations Applewood As a part of the mission of Governor JB Pritzker to celebrate support in every facet of our community.” community service throughout Illinois on January 12th, Village Rich Township Committeemen Calvin Jordan added, “I’m just President Sheila Chalmers-Currin, members of the Board of grateful, honored and blessed to have assisted the President and Trustees, and regional leaders demonstrated members of her board in this endeavor. their commitment to service by spending At Rich Township, we pride ourselves in an afternoon with residents of Generations honoring our seniors.” at Applewood. e group served lunch and Owner of Generations, Bryan Barrish joined activities with seniors at the newly stated, “We are so grateful for the ongoing renovated facility. support of the Village of Matteson, and it’s “ e Village of Matteson was honored an honor and a privilege to be entrusted that Governor Pritzker and Lieutenant with the care of their seniors. ank you Governor Stratton led this eﬀ ort throughout to the Village of Matteson for choosing the State of Illinois,” said President Generations at Applewood as their partner Chalmers-Currin. e Governor is no for Gov. Pritzker’s Day of Service.” stranger to Matteson. Not only has the governor visited our town several times, but he has also pledged his Burger King is Gearing Up for a Refresh e Village of Matteson is pleased to announce the renovation plans for Burger King. e eatery has been in the Village for more than 30 years and has chosen to remain and reinvest in the community. e improved property will add a positive value to the overall business landscape. Burger King plans to complete a full contemporary look for exterior and interior renovations that will include an all-new dining area, signage, double drive-thru, and facade and landscape improvements. Plans are to start renovations this winter with a completion date this summer. Continue to support Matteson businesses and invest where your dollars count towards growing your community. Final Big Push for Recruiting Portillo’s to Matteson It’s a numbers game. We are near 5,000 supporters and aiming for 10,000. e more people who show their support for a Portillo’s in Matteson, the stronger their consideration grows for a location here in Matteson! If you would like to show your support, simply go to the Village’s website and follow the prompts. Also, spread the word through your social media using #MattesonLovesPortillos on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Research shows our trade area can support a Portillo’s; however, your voice speaks even louder. Working together, we can make a diﬀ erence!

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Tune-In to Eye on Matteson Eye on Matteson is a new community show that is geared towards informing and updating residents on a wide array of information that impacts the community. e show will enhance communication eff orts and provide government transparency to residents. It covers topics from Economic and Community Development updates, information on public safety, the village’s fi nances and Public Works to topics that aff ect the south suburban region. e show will also cover quality of life events that will help build community pride as well as businesses in the spotlight. e executive producer of the show is Village President Sheila Chalmers-Currin and LaVern Murphy is the host. You can view the show on the Village’s YouTube channel, “Village of Matteson” or you can fi nd it on the Government Access Channel (channel 19 for Comcast subscribers and channel 99 for AT&T U-Verse subscribers) at the listing times below. Stay Tuned, Stay Informed, & Get Involved.

Monday: 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m.

Vehicle Sticker Renewals 2019-2020 vehicle stickers will go on sale this month. Residents have the options of mailing in their vehicle sticker application and payment, purchasing them through our website, or in person at the Matteson Village Hall. As always, the goal of the Community Aff airs Department will be to maintain effi cient service at the front Sam’s Club Celebrates counter and prompt turnaround times for mailed applications. Grand Re-Opening Vehicle sticker pricing has not increased President Chalmers-Currin, trustees, mile-radius of Matteson. from last year. Pricing is as follows: $6.50 for local elected offi cials, and staff visited the At the event, an announcement was senior stickers, $40 for passenger cars, $26 recently opened Sam’s Club E-Commerce made that Sam’s Club would be expanding for motorcycles, $65 for trucks, and $78 for Fulfi lment Center in January to celebrate into the adjacent former Walmart space. larger trucks. Fees will increase on Tuesday, the grand re-opening of the facility! Additionally, Sam’s generously donated April 2, 2019 for all residents who have yet e traditional Sam’s Club retail store funds to multiple local organizations to purchase stickers by Monday, April 1, closed in early 2018 but has taken on a new including our Police, Fire and Recreational 2019, close of business. New 2019-2020 life as a regional distribution hub for items Services Departments. pet tags will also be available at the time of purchased online within a several hundred the vehicle sticker renewal period.

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Congratulations to the MYAA Cheerleading Program! e Matteson Youth Athletic Association’s cheer program recently completed a successful season and participated in the 10th Annual Illinois Recreational Cheerleading Association’s (IRCA) State Cheerleading Competition in Hoff man Estates, IL. e IRCA consists of more than 100 member organizations across the Chicagoland area. ree of the four Matteson Cheer Teams advanced to the Final Rounds in the IRCA State Cheer Competition. IRCA state rankings were as follows: ■ Widgets: First place winner in Semi-Finals. Advanced to the Finals and won 2nd place in their division! Congratulations to Our ■ Pee Wee: First Place winner in Semi-Finals. Advanced to the Finals and won Good Neighbor Award 2nd place in their division! ■ Junior Varsity: Immediately advanced to the Finals and won 1st place in Recipients their division. Recognized as a 5th grade IRCA State Championship Team! e Village of Matteson would like to congratulate our ■ Varsity: Competed well in the semifi nals and we are extremely proud of 2019 Good Neighbor Award recipients, who were their performance! honored at the February 19, 2019 Board of Trustees “ e cheerleaders and coaches received positive recognition from many participat- meeting. Every year, the Village’s Community Aff airs ing organizations and event spectators, demonstrating that the Village of Matteson Department conducts the Good Neighbor Awards to was represented with excellence,” said Head Coach Stephanie Lyons. “We are acknowledge contributions made by residents and busi- Matteson Proud! ank you to the Village of Matteson for supporting the program!” nesses to Matteson’s quality of life. e award gives for- mal recognition to Matteson residents, businesses and organizations who have contributed in a special way to the betterment of the community. Congratulations to Angela Palmer-Holmes (Teacher of the Year), Carl Noys, Darlene Sanders, James and Kathy Taylor, Leonard Stallworth, Mabel Jackson, Marcia Kirtman, Michael Green, Whitey and Julia Oprea, and Core Acquisitions, LLC (Business of the Year), our 2019 Good Neighbor Award recipients. ank you for your continued dedi- cation to our community and your eff orts in exemplify- ing what it truly means to be a Good Neighbor. Public Works Director Bart Gilliam Retires After 33 Years of Service ank you to Public Works Director Bart Gilliam, who has retired after 33 years of dedicated service to the residents of the Village of Matteson. We appreciate your tireless commitment to making a diff erence in the community. We wish you a long and joyous retirement!

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