BROOKFIELDER Village News, Events & Programs Parks & Recreation Winter - Spring 2021

Brookfield Village Hall 8820 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield IL 60513 (708) 485-7344 • www.brookfieldil.gov

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 1 WE’RE HERE TO SERVE YOU!

Table of Contents Village Board Kit P. Ketchmark, President Public Works...... 3 Brigid Weber, Village Clerk Nicole Gilhooley, Village Trustee Police Department...... 4 David P. LeClere, Village Trustee Heating Safety Tips...... 5 Michael J. Garvey, Village Trustee Edward Côté, Village Trustee Community Development...... 6 Kathryn S. Kaluzny, Village Trustee Village Manager’s Office...... 7 Brian G. Conroy, Village Trustee Community Groups...... 7 Village Manager Parks and Recreation Information...... 8-12 Timothy C. Wiberg Special Events...... 13-16 Parks and Recreation Department Outdoor Winter Sports...... 19 Stevie Ferrari, Director of Parks and Recreation Day Camps...... 20-23 Kelly Picton, PT Early Childhood Instructor/Recreation Assistant Early Childhood Recreation...... 24-27 Ben White, Recreation Supervisor Youth Recreation...... 28-29 Parks and Recreation Commission Youth Athletics...... 30-32 Kenyon Duner, Chair Youth Fine Arts...... 34-35 Maria Kaplan Brian Oberhauser Adult Recreation...... 36-38 Julie Narimatsu Senior Programming...... 39 Katie Domanowski, Secretary Mary Vyskocil Ways to Register...... Back Cover Kyle Whitehead Nicole Gilhooley, Trustee liaison

Brookfield Recreation Locations

Municipal Building 8820 Brookfield Avenue Recreation Hall, Recreation Office and Conference Room All located on lower level of the Municipal Building

S. E. Gross School Gymnasium Recreation House Water Tower Building 3524 Maple Avenue 4301 Elm Ave. 3840 Maple Ave.

Kiwanis Park Creekside Park Harrison Park Madlin Park Maple South Park 8820 Brookfield Ave. Burlington & Grove Aves. 3200 block of Harrison Ave. Lincoln Ave. between 3900 block of Madison & Raymond Aves. Maple Ave. Candy Cane Park Ehlert Park Madison Park 29th & Park Aves. Congress Park & Elm Aves. 4000 block of Maple North Park Veterans Madison Ave. 3800 Block of Memorial Park Maple Ave. Grand Blvd. & Sunnyside Aves.

2 www.BrookfieldIL.gov PUBLIC WORKS

Holiday Tree Disposal Maintaining Access to Your Fire The first two (2) weeks in Hydrants January, Groot will pick-up Winter is here... help us help you! Please help us keep your Christmas tree free of hydrants clear of snow and please don’t blow or shovel charge. Please remove all snow into the streets! ornaments, lights tinsel and garland prior to placing your tree at the curb for pick-up on your regularly scheduled collection day. Trees set out with lights and ornaments still on will be disposed of as refuse.

Snow Ban Removal-Procedures Following a snowfall, main roads are cleared first, followed by neighborhood streets and other less- traveled roadways. Snow is typically removed from the center to the curb in a series of four passes. Residents Frozen Pipe Prevention are reminded to please wait until village crews have Frozen water pipes are a common problem in cold completed their work before clearing your driveway climates, affecting a quarter-million families each approach because it is not possible to complete winter. In addition to taking the usual preventive plowing without pushing some snow onto driveway precautions, here are a few steps you can take to keep approaches. During plowing operations, windrows of your pipes from turning frigid nights into inconvenient, snow may be created in the center of the street and and expensive ordeals. The three central causes of then removed during the nighttime hours when there frozen pipes are quick drops in temperature, poor are fewer vehicles to impede the process. Please avoid insulation, and thermostats set too low. You can prepare shoveling or blowing snow into the street when you your home by doing the following: Insulate pipes in are clearing your property. Residents can also help by your home’s crawl spaces and attic, even if you live in clearing snow from fire hydrants to help firefighters a climate where freezing is uncommon. Exposed pipes locate them quickly in an emergency. are most susceptible to freezing. Remember, the more Brookfield snow regulations are in effect from insulation you use, the better protected your pipes will December 1st to March 31st of each year. After a be. Seal leaks that allow cold air inside near where pipes snowfall of 2 inches or more, residents can check the are located. Look for air leaks around electrical wiring, signs on their block to see on what day and which side dryer vents, and pipes, and use caulk or insulation to of the street they should park. To check if 2 inches keep the cold out. With severe cold, even a tiny opening or more of snow has fallen, dial the Brookfield snow can let in enough cold air to cause a pipe to freeze. line (708) 387-SNOW. Parking Before winter hits, disconnect garden hoses and, if violators are subject to a $50 possible, use an indoor valve to shut off and drain water ticket for each occurrence. from pipes leading to outside faucets. This reduces the Please use your garage or chance of freezing in the short span of pipe just inside driveway whenever possible. the house. A trickle of hot and cold water might be all it takes to keep your pipes from freezing. Let warm water Some of the PW crew is cleaning the following areas in drip overnight, preferably from a faucet on an outside this order of priority as much as possible, meanwhile wall. Keep your thermostat set at the same temperature others are working on other roads. during both day and night. You might be in the habit of turning down the heat when you’re asleep, but further 1st - Metra stations drops in the temperature - more common overnight - 2nd - Village Hall could catch you off guard and freeze your pipes. Open 3rd - School crossings & Business District cabinet doors to allow heat to get to un-insulated pipes under sinks and appliances near exterior walls.

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 3 POLICE DEPARTMENT

Protect Yourself From Identity Theft Winter Driving Safety Tips Unfortunately, there is a rise in identity theft during the Winter driving can be challenging with rain, current pandemic. At a time, many people are struggling sleet, and snow. Follow these safe driving tips from financially, scammers are developing new schemes to NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) take advantage of others. Police Departments across the country have seen an increase in identity thefts, • Driving safely begins before you get on the road. many involving unemployment fraud. There are a few Check on regular maintenance for the winter important steps you can take to protect yourself and season. Check on your vehicle’s battery, wipers, family members from becoming a victim of Identity coolant, washer fluid, Theft. hoses, floor mats, tires, and other needed How to spot unemployment insurance identity theft? repairs when the • You receive a debit card or an unemployment temperature begins insurance letter (UI Finding) and have not filed for a to drop. claim for benefits. • Be ready for an emergency. • You are notified by your employer that a claim for Keep items stocked within benefits has been filed when you have not been your vehicle in case of separated from employment. a breakdown: blankets, • You attempt to file a claim online and one already flashlights, jumper cables, or exists. emergency lights. • You receive and IRS correspondence regarding • Plan your travel route in advance. Check on the unreported UI benefits. weather, road conditions, and traffic congestion. • You receive notice of a State or Federal tax offset. Drive slowly, avoid excessive actions while steering, braking, and accelerating. Increase the car length What steps should you take if you receive a debit card between vehicles in front of you to give yourself and did not file for unemployment insurance? plenty of room to stop. Driving in ice and snow • Do not delay, act immediately. requires extra time and distance. Allow plenty of • Call the Illinois Department of Employment Security extra time to get to where @ (800) 814-0513 your destination. Always • Do not activate the debit card if it was mailed to you let someone know of your and not requested. intended travel plans and route. • Do not contact KeyBank. • Destroy the card. • Protect yourself and your loved ones. Always wear a seat belt, every trip, every time, and ensure • Check your credit report free via www. everyone else in your vehicle is buckled up. For annualcreditreport.com and review for any further more information on child passenger safety activity. recommendations visit NHTSA @ https://www. nhtsa.gov/equipment/car-seats-and-booster-seats

4 www.BrookfieldIL.gov Heating Safety

There is something about the winter months and curling up with a good book by the fireplace. But did you know that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths? With a few simple safety tips and precautions you can prevent most heating fires from happening.

be warm and safe this winter! • Keep anything that can burn at least three-feet (one metre) away from heating equipment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood Install wood burning stoves stove, or portable space heater. following manufacturer’s instructions or have a • Have a three-foot (one metre) “kid-free zone” professional do the installation. around open fires and space heaters. All fuel-burning equipment should be vented to the outside • Never use your oven to heat your home. to avoid carbon monoxide • Have a qualified professional install stationary (CO) poisoning. space heating equipment, water heaters or central Install and maintain CO alarms to avoid the risk heating equipment according to the local codes of CO poisoning. If and manufacturer’s instructions. you smell gas in your gas heater, • Have heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and do not light the inspected every year by a qualified professional. appliance. Leave the • Remember to turn portable heaters off when home immediately and call your local fire leaving the room or going to bed. department or gas company. • Always use the right kind of fuel, specified by the manufacturer, for fuel burning space heaters. FACT • Make sure the fireplace has a sturdy screen to stop Half of home heating fires are sparks from flying into the room. Ashes should be reported during the months cool before putting them in a metal container. Keep of December, January, the container a safe distance away from your home. and February. • Test smoke alarms at least once a month.

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Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 5 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Ogden Avenue Private Walkways in the Corridor Plan Public Parkway What is your vision for the future of On November 9, 2020, the Village Board approved an Ogden Avenue? Residents, Business Ordinance to regulate obstructions and encroachments in the Owners, Property Owners and other public right-of-way in residentially zoned districts. The new community stakeholders will soon regulation allows homeowners to construct private walkways have an opportunity to share ideas within the public parkway (perpendicular to the public sidewalk) that will help shape the Ogden in residential districts subject to receiving a building permit and Avenue corridor for years to come. Village approval of a license agreement. With nearly 25,000 vehicles traveling through the corridor each day, Ogden Per the new regulations, concrete or brick paver walkways may Avenue is an important transportation be allowed to be installed and maintained in the parkway. The and economic asset to the Village of new regulations do not change anything in regard to private Brookfield. landscaping in the public parkway. Private landscaping such as trees and shrubs installed by the homeowner are not The Village will soon be engaging with permitted. Parkway trees (that the Village has planted) and a professional planning consulting firm grass are the only permitted vegetation in the public parkway. to study the area along Ogden Avenue In some areas of the Village, homeowners have installed trees, from Custer Avenue to East Avenue, shrubs, and other vegetation in the public parkway without including all of the parcels fronting the permission of the Village. While the Village does not intend Ogden Avenue. When completed, to order the immediate removal of such landscaping, it does the Ogden Avenue Corridor Plan will reserve the right to order removal if there is a safety or visibility provide a better understanding of the issue. For more information, please contact the Community development potential of various sites, Development Department at (708) 485-7344, option 3. appropriate uses, necessary roadway and infrastructure improvements and character issues. This information will help inform Village decision making and assist in planning related to potential zoning changes. As part of the planning process, the public will be encouraged to participate in sharing ideas for Ogden Avenue through a variety of means, including virtual meetings and workshops as well as through a dedicated project web page. Stay tuned for regular updates that will be provided through the Village of Brookfield web site.

For more information, please visit www.brookfieldil.gov or contact the Community Development Department at (708) 485-7344, option 3.

6 www.BrookfieldIL.gov VILLAGE MANAGER’S OFFICE

The Village has implemented a new agenda management software called iCompass. Residents can now access Village Board and Committee of the Whole packets on the iCompass portal. The portal is accessible through the Village’s website: https://brookfieldil.gov/meeting-packets/

COMMUNITY GROUPS (MEETING AT THE VILLAGE HALL)

Art League The Brookfield Recreation Art League invites artists to come enjoy open painting, still life set ups, instructional videos and demonstrations by featured artists. The League meets September-May. For more information contact Virginia Samel at 708-484-4407.

Brookfield Garden Club Whether you are new to gardening or an experienced gardener, the Brookfield Garden Club welcomes you! Meetings are held in the lower level Conference Room of the Brookfield Municipal Building. Each month the club covers a different gardening topic hands on learning, field trips, garden tours. The club also participates in the Beautification Commission’s Adopt-A Spot program, beautifying and maintaining the flower beds.

Brookfield Aging Well Committee The team meets to address local aging issues by implementing programs that help the entire Brookfield community become more elder friendly. Meetings are held the 4th Monday of each month at 9:30 am in the Village Hall administrative conference room.

To learn more, email [email protected] or contact Linda Hussey, Aging Well Program Coordinator, at 708-603-2342

Senior Social Club Senior Social Club meets on Mondays and Fridays from 10:00 to play various games and have a fun, social opportunity with both old friends and new. Refreshments are served.

NEW! We are looking to revitalize our aging community’s social gatherings and want to hear from you! Do you have an idea or fun, social activity you want brought to Brookfield?! Call the Parks and Recreation office at 708-485-1527 to bring some FUN back to Brookfield!

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 7 BROOKFIELD PARKS AND RECREATION

Welcome! The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department is in the lower level of Village Hall. The Parks and Recreation Department plans and implements general recreation and special events programs, facilitates the rental of parks and athletic field usage and manages the recreation facilities and program offerings for the village of Brookfield. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Registration hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Recreation Office: 708-485-1474

Mission The mission of the department is to provide a wide range of quality recreational and leisure programming and events for individuals of all ages, abilities, interests and cultures for the maximum life enhancing benefit while also ensuring fiscal responsibilities and providing unexpected values.

Community Recreation Co-ops The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department maintains a cooperative programming agreement with the Community Park District of LaGrange Park.

This co-op will allow residents to participate in LaGrange Park programs at resident rates. Only programs listed in this book will receive co-op rates.

Refund and cancellation policies for Community Park District of LaGrange apply. For more detailed information on programs, policies and procedures; please contact the Park District of LaGrange directly.

SEASPAR (South East Association for Special Parks & Recreation) Do you know someone with a disability who would love to go out, have fun and make new friends? If so, SEASPAR is the place! Since 1976, SEASPAR has provided year-round recreation activities for individuals with physical disabilities and cognitive delays. SEASPAR serves as an extension of 11 communities and is committed to providing comprehensive recreation opportunities. Sports, fitness, social, cultural, art, camps, special events and trips offer enjoyment for children, teens and adults.

Go to www.seaspar.org or call 1-630-960-7600 for additional information.

8 www.BrookfieldIL.gov SEASPAR (the South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation) provides recreational programs and services for individuals with disabilities served by the Village of Brookfield and eleven other communities.

Two of SEASPAR’s most exciting amenities Serving your Community are its multi-sensory rooms located at the Lisle Recreation Center and the Grand Avenue Brookfield • Clarendon Hills Community Center in Western Springs. Both Darien • Downers Grove rooms offers specially-designed interactive Indian Head Park equipment that appeals to the auditory, tactile, olfactory, and visual senses. Multi-sensory rooms La Grange primarily benefit individuals with autism, sensory La Grange Park • Lemont processing disorders, and ADHD. Brookfield Lisle • Western Springs residents are invited to participate! Westmont • Woodridge

Learn more about SEASPAR’s sensory-friendly resources, virtual programs, and in- person programs on our SEASPAR offers recreational and leisurely program website options to people of all ages with special needs. Because SEASPAR is dedicated to your safety, it offers a wide range of programming options held SEASPAR.org in a controlled in-person environment or virtually. 630.960.7600 630.960.7605 TDD

Don’t miss another moment. Follow SEASPAR on your favorite social media app for news, photos, videos, and the latest stories and happenings.

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 9 BROOKFIELD PARKS AND RECREATION

Brookfield Recreation Parks, Open Space, Locations Recreation, & Facilities Municipal Building 8820 Brookfield Avenue

Recreation Hall, Recreation Office and Conference Room All located on lower level of the Municipal Building

Recreation House 4301 Elm Avenue

Water Tower Building 3840 Maple Avenue

Kiwanis Park 8820 Brookfield Avenue

Ehlert Park Congress Park and Elm Avenues

10 www.BrookfieldIL.gov BROOKFIELD PARKS AND RECREATION

Safe and Proper Usage of Picnic Pavilions Brookfield’s Playgrounds & Parks Picnic pavilions, located in Ehlert and Kiwanis Parks, are available for rental May-October. Permits are To help keep all users of our playground equipment required and can be obtained by contacting the Parks safe, be sure to: and Recreation Department at 708-485-1474 OR by • Use all equipment appropriately. downloading the application from our website at www. • Children are always to be supervised. brookfieldil.gov and returning, with deposit to the Parks and Recreation office. • Use age appropriate playground equipment. Pavilion rental applications for the 2021 season are Athletic Field/Court/Pavilion/ taken on a first-come, first-served basis starting January 11, 2021 Open Space Usage Permits No organized team, league, group/organization may utilize any park facility or athletic field/court without a permit allowing such use. Permits can be obtained in the Brookfield Recreation Department, Monday-Friday 9am – 4:00pm.

No person(s) or group/organization shall bring into the parks any play class, day camp or similarly organized group or activity of any kind without prior permission from the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department. Dogs Village Ordinance allows dogs in the park with the following regulations: • No person owning or keeping a dog shall allow such dog to run freely in any park or playground in the Village • No person owning or keeping a dog shall allow such dog to be in any park or playground in the Skate Park Village unless such dog remains under control, securely fastened and restrained by a leash not The Ehlert Park Skate Park will be open April through more than eight feet (8’) in length. Dog licenses and October each year (weather dependent). Use of the proof of vaccination must be displayed on the dog’s skate park is at your own risk. The Village of Brookfield collar will not be held liable for any injuries. • No person owning or keeping a dog shall allow While using the skate park please remember to: such dog to enter upon or remain upon any area of • use the facility responsibly, safely and courteously the park utilized as an athletic field, court, children’s play area or posted to prohibit dogs • helmets, knee and elbow pads are recommended at all times • Owners or keepers of dogs shall carry appropriate equipment to and shall immediately clean the dog’s • spectators should remain outside the skate park waste and deposit the waste in an appropriate waste fence receptacle • food and drink should remain outside the skate park fence Brookfield Parks are available for all to enjoy. • bicycles are not allowed in the skate park Please help us keep them clean and safe. Thank you.

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RECREATION REGISTRATION CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS: POLICIES AND PROCEDURES The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel any program with 4 ways to Register insufficient registration. We will try to extend registration 1. ONLINE at rectrac.brookfieldil.gov deadlines, however, we will typically cancel within 2-3 business days prior to class start date. 2. IN-OFFICE at 8820 Brookfield Ave. M-F 8am-5pm For classes canceled by the Parks and Recreation *Drop box for registration and payment is available department, you will receive a FULL REFUND. in both the Village parking lot and Parks and Recreation department if unable to come during To withdraw from a program, you must alert the Parks office hours or if staff is unavailable to assist. and Recreation office with confirmation that your request has been received prior to the second class 3. OVER THE PHONE by calling 708-485-1474 or meeting date. 708-485-1528 All approved refund requests due to withdrawal may 4. MAIL your registration form to 8820 Brookfield Ave. include a $5.00 administrative fee and proration for any Brookfield, Il 60513 class dates attended or supplies purchased.

RESIDENT REGISTRATION: December 21, 2020 Refund requests due to sickness or injury may require a NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION: January 1, 2021 physicians note. No processing fee will be deducted for approved withdrawal with physician note. PAYMENT & FEES Cash, check or credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) are all acceptable forms of payment for program fees.

Make checks payable to: “Village of Brookfield” *A $25 fee will be added to your household account for returned checks.

Fee Codes for programming are as follows: (R) Resident (NR) Non-Resident

12 www.BrookfieldIL.gov SPECIAL EVENTS = Virtual

Snow Folk of Brookfield Join us for a distanced and safe town-wide celebration of winter! Households can submit their own homemade snowmen, snowwoman, or snow-anybody by January 30th. Entries will be judged by the Parks & Recreation Commission, and awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners! As a part of registration, you’ll receive a snowman making kit which includes a carrot, a “corn cob” pipe, a button nose & a bunch of coal! Take a photo before your creation melts to Ben White at [email protected] Accepting Entries 12/1/20-1/30/21 Ages: All ages Location: At Home! (Pick up your kits at the Recreation Department offices) Code: 107013-01 Fee: $6R/$10NR

Eleague Tournaments We are hosting Adult and Youth Eleague tournaments featuring games like NBA 2K21, Fifa21, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare/Black Ops Cold War, Fortnite, MarioKart, Valorant, Apex Legends, Rocket League, Hearthstone, Overwatch, Clash Royale, League of Legends, Counter Strike: global Offensive and MORE! Enter and play to win a $50 gift card and Brookfield gamer bragging rights! GO TO MISSIONCONTROL.GG/PLAY to register. SELECT “Brookfield Parks and Recreation” to choose which league you want. Call Stevie at 708-485-1527 with any questions. Register at missioncontrol.gg/play Ages: 7-8yrs|9-11yrs| 12-14yrs| 15yrs + Location: Your Gaming Console Cost: $20pp Dates: Tournament 1: January 15th-January 18th Tournament 2: March 8th-March10th

Peace & Unity Walk Our story walk will include engaging displays in Ehlert Park to celebrate the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King. We encourage our “Brookfield Rocks” artists to create rocks following the theme “Rocking out for Justice, Truth, and Freedom”. You can leave them at any of the displays to be shared and shared again throughout Brookfield. Location: Ehlert Park Cost: FREE Dates: January 18th-22nd

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Galentine’s Day Virtual Trivia Night We will be celebrating “Galentine’s Day”, a Leslie Knope (sitcom: Parks and Recreation)-invented occasion where ladies celebrate ladies. The glorious day is designed for women to honor their female friendships by showering them with love and gifts. Register your team for a Virtual Trivia Night centered around Women: pop culture, history, science, and other lady centered questions. Answer questions in a private party “break out room” with your team then join back in with the host to get your answers. Full directions will be emailed to all team leaders. Want added fun to your night? Fill out our “Friends Questionnaire” about your best Gals & we will create one- of-a-kind Leslie Knope inspired gifts for your best friends to enjoy. This option comes with a “party pack” for your friends to enjoy throughout the evening. Location: Your couch Cost: $30per team trivia only/ $60per team with personalized gift & party pack (snacks, wine, silly miscellaneous fun) Date: Saturday February 13th Time: 7pm-8:30pm

Virtual Valentine’s Date & Paint This event is for anyone looking for a creative idea for their special Valentine. Family, friends or that special someone- You can do this at home or connect virtually in your respective homes as we guide you through our “Lovestruck Robots” painting. Cost includes all supplies: Video Tutorial, Acrylic Paints, 16x20 Canvas, Palette, Easel, Paintbrush Set. Picture shown is our step by step guided painting. Date and paint box can be picked up prior to start date. An email will be sent with meeting Link for this option prior to date. Location: Your place, not mine Date: Sunday February 14th Time: 7pm-8pm Cost: $55pp

Senior Valentine’s Drive Thru Celebration Brookfield’s Chamber of Commerce members, Brookfield Aging Well Team, and Village of Brookfield invite you to the annual Valentine’s Day Senior Social. While we won’t be dancing or dining together we do have goodie bags for each senior that signs up and drives up to the front door of Village Hall. Our volunteers will be handing out your special gift and hello. Registration is REQUIRED and can be done by calling Alyson Scanlon at Aging Care Connections at 708- 354-1323. REGISTRATION is required! Location: Brookfield Village Hall 8820 Brookfield Ave. Date: Saturday February 13th Time: 1pm-3pm Cost: FREE

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PI Day 5K Register and Run in our first ever virtual 3.14 mile race. This race is done on your own anytime between March 1st through March 14th and you submit your mileage tracker and time to us. All participants will receive a T-shirt and medal. Winners in each age category will receive a special prize! Pi Day is celebrated on March 14th (3/14) around the world. Pi (Greek letter “π”) is the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constant — the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter — which is approximately 3.14159. So celebrate with our Pi Day 5K! Also, Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Albert Einstein arrived in the world on March 14, 1879, which probably makes him the most famous Pi Day baby of all time. Location: Anywhere! Date: March 1st-March 14th Cost: $20pp

Boredom Buster Building Challenges: Free to enter!

February 10: Play-Doh Make a winter wonderland with playdough. Take a picture and submit to [email protected] by Feb. 10. Pictures will be judged by the Parks and Rec Staff and all submitted photos will be displayed on the Brookfield Parks and Rec Facebook page. The winners will be announced on Friday, Feb. 12.

February 17: Legos Create a vehicle—imaginary or realistic. Take a picture and submit to [email protected] by Feb. 17. Pictures will be judged by the Parks and Rec Staff and all submitted photos will be displayed on the Brookfield Parks and Rec Facebook page. The winners will be announced on Friday, Feb. 19.

February 24: Blocks Use wooden blocks, cardboard blocks or whatever kind of blocks you have to build a skyscraper. Think big and show us your best design. Take a picture and submit to [email protected] by Feb. 17. Pictures will be judged by the Parks and Rec Staff and all submitted photos will be displayed on the Brookfield Parks and Rec Facebook page. The winners will be announced on Friday, Feb. 26.

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Shamrock Scavenger Hunt Crosstown race for the gold! Families will search through the entire village for the Leprechaun’s Pot of Gold. Families who attend will get one green event hat and the first 3 families to complete the scavenger hunt will take home the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Grand Prizes! Location: Meet at Kiwanis Park Ages: All ages Code # Day Dates Times Fee 107011-01 Sat March 13th 11AM – 2PM $25R/$40NR (per family) $10 for additional event hats

Spring Parks & Recreation Open House

Meet our coaching staff and teachers for all the programs we have in store for this spring. We’ll have program demonstrations, a scavenger hunt, summer camp info, some snacks and even program discounts! Location: Municipal Building (Recreation Hall) Ages: All ages Code # Day Dates Times Fee 10700x-xx Wed March 10th 6PM – 8PM FREE

Bunny Brunch Bonanza We will have individually packaged snacks, treats and drinks. This will be followed by pictures with real-life soft, adorable petting zoo pals! What better Spring time photo-op of your dressed up little one? Once food and pictures are checked off the list, it’s time for a family walk through the Savannah Oaks trails where your little ones can find their own personalized eggs to take home. This event requires pre-registration, event is outdoors. Please dress appropriately. Location: Kiwanis Park, 8820 Brookfield Ave Age: All ages

Code # Day Dates Times Fee 107007-06 Sat March 27th 10am-11:15am $15R/$20NR 107007-07 Sat March 27th 11:30am-12:45pm $15R/$20NR

“Egg Hunt” only option

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Snow Day Sports Frozen Volleyball We have a jam-packed 4 week program of nostalgia Just like our popular summer sand volleyball, players will and fun snow day games! Participants will participate in enjoy some game play on our wonderful Kiwanis Park a different sport/game every week to keep things fresh. Sand Pit. Only this time there’ll be a little snow added Games include: volleyball, soccer, kickball & dodgeball. to the mix! Participants will also need to dress for the Participants will also need to dress for the weather in weather in snow gear, boots, gloves & hat. Class will be snow gear, boots, gloves & hat. Class will be postponed postponed is temperature reaches below 20°F. Masks are is temperature reaches below 20°F. Masks are still will still will required & 8 maximum players allowed. required & 8 maximum players allowed. Age: 7-10 years Days: Mondays Location: Kiwanis Park, meet near the Pavilion Age: 7-10 years Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Location: Kiwanis Park, meet near the Pavilion Code # Ages Date Times Fee (R/NR) Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff 102022-07 7-10 Jan 5-26 3:30pm-4:15pm $30/$35 Code # Date Times Fee (R/NR) 102022-08 1- 14 Jan 5-26 4:15pm-5pm $30/$35 102022-01 Jan 4-25 3pm-3:40pm $30/$35 102022-09 7-10 Feb 2-23 3:30pm-4:15pm $30/$35 102022-02 Feb 1-22 3pm-3:40pm $30/$35 102022-10 11-14 Feb 2-23 4:15pm-5pm $30/$35 Outdoor Dodgeball Klondike Kickball In Chicago you can’t dodge the snow, but you can Yoooou caaaan put it on the BOOOARD, YES! Players hopefully still dodge a ball. Join us for this gym-time will play a 5-inning version of kickball. You will have classic in the snow out at Kiwanis Park. Players will play a team of 4. Don’t worry, we play pitcher’s hand. 4 v 4 games of medic ball, scatter ball, and traditional Participants will also need to dress for the weather in dodgeball. Participants will also need to dress for the snow gear, boots, gloves & hat. Class will be postponed weather in snow gear, boots, gloves & hat. Class will be is temperature reaches below 20°F. Masks are still will postponed is temperature reaches below 20°F. Masks are required & 8 maximum players allowed. still will required & 8 maximum players allowed. Day: Tuesdays Day: Wednesdays Location: Kiwanis Park, Overholt Field Location: Kiwanis Park, meet near the Pavilion Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Code # Ages Date Times Fee (R/NR) Code # Ages Date Times Fee (R/NR) 102022-03 11-14 Jan 5-26 3:30pm-4:15pm $30/$35 102022-11 7-10 Jan 6-27 3:30pm-4:15pm $30/$35 102022-04 7-10 Jan 5-26 4:15pm-5pm $30/$35 102022-12 11-14 Jan 6-27 4:15pm-5pm $30/$35 102022-05 11-14 Feb 2-23 3:30pm-4:15pm $30/$35 102022-13 7-10 Feb 3-24 3:30pm-4:15pm $30/$35 102022-06 7-10 Feb 2-23 4:15pm-5pm $30/$35 102022-14 11-14 Feb 3-24 4:15pm-5pm $30/$35

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 19 DAY CAMPS

The Parks and Recreation Department is offering affordable, quality camp programming during days off school to make sure your child has a fun, productive day. We will have both indoor and outdoor play, a variety of games, crafts, projects, and fun. Days off are based on the Brookfield-La Grange Park School District 95 calendar. K - 5th: Days are structured like our Camp Kiwanis Summer Day camp with themes & activity rotations. Campers should bring a lunch, 2 snacks and water bottle to the days registered. 6th - 8th: New offerings & group for Middle Schoolers ages 11-14. This camp group is structured similarly to our Summer Teen R.E.C. Camp with field trips, cooking demos, life skills, adventures around town! Campers should still bring a lunch every day, but are recommended to check with Ben at [email protected] on any additional essentials closer to the camp date. Age: 5-10 & 11-14yrs Location: Recreation Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave., Lower Level Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff B/A Care: 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm Day Camp: 9am-4pm

Day Date Holiday Day Camp Code# B/A Care Code# M Jan. 18 MLK Day 101075-01 101075-02 M Feb. 8 D95 P/T Conf. 101075-03 101075-04 F Feb. 12 D95 Institute Day 101075-05 101075-06 M Feb. 15 Presidents’ Day 101075-07 101075-08 M Mar. 22 Spring Break 101075-09 101075-10 Tu Mar. 23 Spring Break 101075-11 101075-12 W Mar. 24 Spring Break 101075-13 101075-14 Th Mar. 25 Spring Break 101075-15 101075-16 F Mar. 26 Spring Break 101075-17 101075-18 M-F Mar. 22 – 26* Spring Break (all week) 101075-19 101075-20 *5 day pricing F Apr. 2 Good Friday 101075-21 101075-22

Fees Times Resident Non-Resident 5 Day Camp Registration 9am-4pm $125 $135 Daily Camp Registration 9am-4pm $35 $45 5 Day Before/After Camp 7 -9am/4-6pm $60 $80 Daily Before/After Camp 7- 9am/4-6pm $15 $20

20 www.BrookfieldIL.gov WARM-UP WITH SUMMER CAMP THOUGHTS!

Summer Camp registration begins March 1st for Residents & March 22nd for Non-Residents Camp Kiwanis 6-11 years Make memories that last a lifetime! Kiwanis Camp offers children a traditional camp experience including group games, sports, skits, songs, stories, swimming, field trips, crafts and team building activities. Once registered, campers are divided by age groups, 6-7yrs|8-9yrs|10-11yrs. Please bring a lunch (optional), water bottle and sunscreen to camp each day. RETURNING to Summer 2021: All registered campers will receive a healthy lunch and afternoon snack daily. Full summer Menus will be available prior to June 9th. Camp hours have been adjusted to accommodate working families. Curbside Drop-Off (8:45-9am) & Pick-up (3:45-4pm) for Regular Day Camp. Themed Days weekly in addition to weekly field trips Camp Before/After Care This program is for families who need a little more extended time. Registration includes BOTH before and after camp. Both before and after care time will include a relaxed, blended age group mix of pre-selected activities. Before and After Care is provided to all our department run camps including Teen Travelers & Specialty Camps. Fees Resident Non-Resident Deposit Session 1 (wks. 1-5) 5day (9AM - 4 PM) $550 $600 $75 Session 2 (wks. 6-10) 5day (9AM - 4 PM) $550 $600 $75 Regular Hours 5day (9AM - 4 PM) *price per wk. $125 $135 $15 Regular Hours 3day Flex (9AM - 4 PM) *price per wk. $95 $105 $15 Before/After Camp Price per SESSION $225 $275 NA Before/After Camp 5day (7 -9am/4-6pm) *price per wk. $55 $65 NA Before/After camp 3day (7- 9am/4-6pm) *price per wk. $35 $45 NA REGISTRATION Online registration available for all before/after camp options AND if paying IN-FULL ONLY for any 5day camp weeks. The following requires IN-PERSON REGISTRATION at Village Hall Recreation Dept. 8820 Brookfield Ave. lower level M-F 9am- 4pm: Deposit payment option for any weeks. *NEW: deposit is applied to final weekly balance & is refundable. 3 Day FLEX option requires IN-PERSON REGISTRATION AND selecting the days of attendance at the time of registration.

Week Date Deadline Option S 1 6/8-7/9 6/2 5day S 2 7/12-8/13 7/7 5day 1 6/8-6/11* 6/2 4day / 3day Flex 2 6/14 – 6/18 6/9 5day / 3day Flex 3 6/21 – 6/25 6/16 5day / 3day Flex 4 6/28 – 7/2 6/23 5day / 3day Flex 5 7/5 – 7/9 6/30 5day / 3day Flex 6 7/12 – 7/16 7/7 5day / 3day Flex 7 7/19 – 7/23 7/14 5day / 3day Flex 8 7/26 – 7/30 7/21 5day / 3day Flex 9 8/2 - 8/6 7/28 5day / 3day Flex 10 8/9 - 8/13 8/4 5day / 3day Flex

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 21 DAY CAMPS

Budding Brookies 3-5 years Creativity and imagination lead campers as they actively engage in their world through arts and crafts, stories, songs, indoor and outdoor games and water play. Camp activities enhance social skills and ease separation anxiety. Please bring a water bottle, sunscreen and lunch daily. Pay close attention to the activity calendar and parent notes as there will be days when campers will be asked to wear their swim gear and bring a towel! Time: 9am-12pm Locations: Recreation House: 4301 Elm Avenue Water Tower Building: 3840 Maple Avenue Fees Resident Non-Resident Deposit FULL SESSION 5day $630 $720 $125 5day *price per wk $85 $100 $15 3day FLEX *price per wk. $65 $80 $15

Week Dates Deadline Day Code# Day Code# S 1 6/14 - 8/6 6/9 5day 203001-70 1 6/14 - 6/18 6/9 5day 203001-71 3day 203001-72 2 6/21 - 6/25 6/16 5day 203001-73 3day 203001-74 3 6/28 – 7/2 6/23 5day 203001-75 3day 203001-76 4 7/5 - 7/9 6/30 5day 203001-77 3day 203001-78 5 7/12 - 7/16 7/7 5day 203001-79 3day 203001-80 6 7/19- 7/23 7/14 5day 203001-81 3day 203001-82 7 7/26 – 7/30 7/21 5day 203001-83 3day 203001-84 8 8/3 - 8/6 7/28 5day 203001-85 3day 203001-86

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Teen R.E.C. Camp Children entering 6th grade through exiting 8th grade This camp is for participants who have aged out of traditional day camps (Kiwanis Camp, for example). They are ready for a little more freedom, adventure and new options all under the safe supervision of our qualified camp staff. Teen R.E.C. goes out on a new adventure daily (see example weeks below) in the surrounding suburbs. We have had participants sign up with friends AND solo registrations who have made NEW friends. All trips and activities are SNAP worthy & INSTA Friendly. Our staff is CPR and First Aid certified with over 40 hours training in safety procedures, age development, activity planning, terrible parent puns, social media monitoring, meme making and laying down the law. Your (pre)teens may be away from you but we’re that home away from home you were looking for this Summer! 2021 Campers can expect 3 field trips, 1 local adventure day & 1 local day of service every week this summer! An example Week: Example Week 2: Monday: Six Flags Great America Monday: 3 Dunes Beach & Hiking Tuesday: The Quarry Beach Tuesday: Rainbow Falls Water Park Wednesday: Crosstown Geocaching in Brookfield Wednesday: Brookfield Iron Chef Thursday: Herrick Lake Thursday: Vertical Endeavors Friday: Community Garden Box Building Friday: Oak Savanah Trail Cleanup Register for 1-week, multiple weeks are all 10! Full trip Schedule will be released online no later than March 20th Secure your entire Summer for only $200. Final balance and/or withdrawal are due by deadlines. Refunds will not be given after deadline dates. Fees Resident Non-Resident Deposit Price per wk. $165 $185 $20 per week

Dates Deadline Code# 6/8 – 6/11* 5/14 203009-15 6/14 – 6/18 5/14 203009-16 6/21 – 6/25 5/14 203009-17 Recreation 6/28 – 7/2 6/14 203009-18 7/5 – 7/9 6/14 203009-19 7/12 – 7/16 6/14 203009-20 Exploration 7/19 – 7/23 6/14 203009-21 7/26 – 7/30 7/14 203009-22 Community 8/2 – 8/6 7/14 203009-23 8/9 – 8/13 7/14 203009-24

*4 day week

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 23 EARLY CHILDHOOD RECREATION (AGES 2-6)

Tots Prep 2021-2022 School Year NEW & ADDITIONAL OFFERINGS Our Tots Prep program is for children ages 3 and 4 years old. The curriculum is designed to develop the social, emotional and cognitive development of each of our early learners. All children will participate in activities via indoor and outdoor exploration. Both of our facilities host a park and/or large green space. We use learning tools like Jolly Phonics, a synthetic phonics method of teaching the letter sounds in a way that is fun and multi-sensory, enabling children to develop toward becoming fluent readers. While we are a play-based program, we strive to follow standards and benchmarks in curriculum instruction. Program runs September-May and closely follows a school calendar. *children enrolled in Lunch Buddies will stay with Supervising staff, enjoying some extra play time until the lunch program begins. Open House Children must be 3 & 4 years of age for their respective programs Friday, January 22nd by September 1, 2020. All children need to be toilet trained. 5:30 - 7:00pm A refundable $125 is required at time of registration for the 2020- 2021 school year. Deposit is applied to the tuition balance. Secure your entire Summer for only $200. Final balance and/or withdrawal are due by deadlines. Refunds will not be given after deadline dates. Locations: Recreation House: 4301 Elm Avenue Water Tower Building: 3840 Maple Avenue

Program Days Times 9 monthly Payments (SEP-MAY) 3yrs. Old Th/Fri 9-11:30am $112R/$144NR 4yrs. Old M/Tu/W 9am-12pm $175R/$202NR

*Deposit: $125, monthly payments are less the deposit payment (deposit is applied to the total tuition fee) With limitations due to COVID-19, please contact our Early Childhood Supervisor, Kelly Picton at 708-485-1474 for program options and changes specific to this school year.

Tots Prep Zoom This Zoom class is designed to be a fun and interactive program for preschoolers. Each Zoom class will include educational stories, songs, games, music & movement and laughter. The Learning Worksheets and list of needed supplies will be emailed to families ahead of time. Packets can be picked up at the Parks and Rec Office, if you do not want to print out the materials yourself. Location: Online Instructor: Parks and Recreation Staff

Code Age Days Times Fee (R/NR) 401005 3yrs. Old Tu/Th 1-1:30pm $90/$110 (additional sibling $20ea) 401005 4yrs. Old M/W 1-1:45pm $100/$120 (additional sibling $20ea)

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Adult & Tot Soccer Pee Wee Tennis 2-3yrs with Parent Your child will learn proper grip, basic strokes, and other Our staff takes players and parents through a variety of beginning tennis fundamentals through lots of fun drills age appropriate drills so that all players can develop the and tennis-like games. This class also will help children most basic skills in soccer. We even have a couple fun to develop hand-eye coordination, movement skills, and games for your kiddos too! get a feel for the ball. Equipment will be provided and age appropriate. Age: 2-3 years with adult Age: 4-6 years Location: S.E. Gross Gymnasium Location: Ehlert Park Tennis Courts Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101020-04 Mon Jan 18-Feb 15 5pm-5:40pm $40/$45 Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101020-05 Mon Feb 22-Mar 29* 5pm-5:40pm $40/$45 101001-05 Mon Apr 26-May 17 4pm-4:45pm $38/$48 *no class 3/22 Multi-Sport Mania Adult & Tot Kidnastics Want to get your child outside, but can’t decide on a 2-3yrs with Parent sport? Our 4 week program is a fun filled session where campers can expect to play kickball, soccer, basketball & Toddlers can develop body awareness, balance, flexibility, and maybe even some volleyball! and coordination while having fun doing gymnastics. Age: 4-6 years Parents assist with skills in a safe and caring environment. Location: Kiwanis Park Age: 2-3 years with adult Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Location: Recreation Hall Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101022-12 Sat Apr 10-May 1 11am-11:50am $40/$45 Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101022-13 Sat May 8-29 11am-11:50am $40 /$45 101018-05 Sat Jan 16-Feb 6 9am-9:30am $38/$48 101018-06 Sat Feb 20-Mar 13 9am-9:30am $38/$48 101018-07 Sat Apr 3-24 9am-9:30am $38/$48 Pee Wee Soccer Your soccer star will learn the ins and outs of soccer. We work on dribbling, ball handling, and shooting on the Kidnastics net in these awesome intro classes. You player can also 3-4yrs with Parent expect to play a couple skill-building games as well as a Boys and girls will learn the basics of gymnastics in a safe scrimmage game or two! and well-equipped environment. Children can improve Age: 4-6 years coordination and help develop self-confidence, strength, Location: S.E. Gross flexibility and balance. Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Age: 3-4 years Location: Recreation Hall Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102023-01 Mon Jan 18-Feb 15 5:50pm-6:30pm $40/$45 Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff 102023-02 Mon Feb 22-Mar 29* 5:50pm-6:30pm $40/$45 Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) *no class 3/22 101017-12 Sat Jan 16-Feb 6 9:45am-10:30am $38/$48 101017-13 Sat Feb 20-Mar 13 9:45am-10:30am $38/$48 101017-14 Sat Apr 3-24 9:45am-10:30am $38/$48

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 25 EARLY CHILDHOOD RECREATION (AGES 2-6)

Yoga & Superhero Workshop Baby Tunes This exciting one-day workshop with Mrs. Bee is a Music is one of the most fun and natural ways to bond combination of yoga and superhero-themed activities. a parent and child! Songs, poems, games, and playing Participants will enjoy 1 hours of superhero activities of basic percussion instruments are all part of this including wearing superhero party masks and temporary 35-minute class. Activities will increase your child’s tattoos to dress up as a superhero, choosing their own curiosity about music, develop listening skills and sense superpowers & making superhero crafts. Afterwards, of beat, and establish a foundation for singing and participants will enjoy 1 hour of yoga instruction where musical thought. Bouncing songs, rocking songs, wiggle they will enhance their flexibility and strength and learn and peek-a-boo games are featured. Bring a blanket to a variety of yoga poses & mudras while playing fun sit on and enjoy singing and dancing with Miss. Angie! yoga games. During class participants will be distanced Masks will be worn entering and leaving the recreation a minimum of 6 feet and receive a temperature check facility and when physically distancing is not possible. from our instructor. Participants should bring a water Class is designed for child and adult to participate bottle, yoga mats, and must be toilet trained to together. participate. Age: Birth-12 months Age: 3-6 years Location: Community Park District of LaGrange Park, Location: Village Board Room 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Instructor: Bee Nguyen Instructor: Miss Angie Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101057-05 Fri Feb. 12 4pm-6pm $30/$38 101049-11 Tu 1/5-2/9 9-9:35am $65/$75 101057-06 Fri Mar 12 4pm-6pm $30/$38 101049-12 Tu 2/23-4/6* 9-9:35 am $65/$75 101057-08 Fri May 14 4pm-6pm $30/$38 101049-13 Tu 4/20-5/25 9-9:35 am $65/$75 *no class 3/23

Yoga Bunny Workshop Bunny coloring pages, playdoh art time, and a mini egg hunt. They are allowed to take home what they make and find during the activities. During class participants will be distanced a minimum of 6 feet and receive a temperature check from our instructor. Participants should bring a water bottle, yoga mats, and must be toilet trained to participate. Age: 3-6 years Location: Village Board Room Instructor: Bee Nguyen

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101057-07 Fri Apr. 9 4pm-6pm $30/$38

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Stories with Puppets and Pals Moving and Grooving This Zoom class will feature classic and favorite This Zoom class is for kids 3, 4, 5 and 6 years old who preschool stories. Each week the kids will get to make are ready to Move, Grove, Dance and Exercise. Each a puppet to go with the story. The participants will then week we will have different music with new moves and retell the story or create a variation of the story with their exercises. A kit with fun extras will be provided to make puppets. There’s sure to be laughter and fun during this this class even more fun. These kits will be available creative Zoom class. A kit with supplies to make the for pick up at the Brookfield Parks and Recreation puppets will be provided. The kits can be picked up at Department, located in the lower level of the Brookfield the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department, located Village Hall, beginning on January 4. in the lower level of the Brookfield Village Hall, beginning Age: 3-6 years January 4. Location: Online Age: 3-5 years Instructor: Parks and Recreation Staff Location: Online Instructor: Parks and Recreation Staff Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) XXXXXX-XX Tu Jan. 12-Feb. 2 4-4:30pm $30/$40 Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) (addt’l sibling $10ea) XXXXXX-XX Tu Jan. 12-Feb. 2 2-2:30pm $40/$50 (addt’l sibling $20ea) Animal Safari Does your preschooler love to learn about wild animals? Building Adventures Well then, register your explorer for this Zoom class. We Building Adventures is a Zoom class for kids who love will read books, see videos and make crafts as we learn to build! Each week the kids will build a different about animals from Africa. A kit with necessary craft structure using different mediums. A kit with supplies materials will be provided for each week. Parents will for all building adventures will be provided. The kits need to provide scissors and markers/crayons. The Safari can be picked up at the Brookfield Parks and Recreation craft kits will be available for pick up at the Brookfield Department, located in the lower level of the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department, located in the lower Village Hall, beginning on January 4. level of the Brookfield Village Hall, beginning on Jan. 4. Age: 4-6 years Age: 3-5 years Location: Online Location: Online Instructor: Parks and Recreation Staff Instructor: Parks and Recreation Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) XXXXXX-XX Tu Jan. 12-Feb. 2 3-3:30pm $50/$60 XXXXXX-XX Th Jan. 14-Feb. 18 3-3:30pm $50/$60 (addt’l sibling $25ea) (addt’l sibling $20ea)

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 27 YOUTH RECREATION (AGES 7-14) = Virtual

Teen Movie Nights Youth Archery Your teen/preteen will join our staff for a movie, board 7-10yrs games, music and pizza from a local favorite! Call Ben at 708-485-1528 for movie selection. Archery participants will learn the parts of an arrow and recurve bow, the basics of using a recurve bow, Age: 10-14 years and fundamental shooting skills in an extremely Location: Recreation Hall safe environment. They also will learn and excellent, Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff nationally recognized beginner’s 9-step to the 10 ring progression which was created by the Coaches Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) Development Committee of the National Archery 101003-02 Fri Jan 22 6PM-8PM $10/$12 Association. Blunt tipped arrows, bows, and targets are 101003-03 Fri Feb 5 6PM-8PM $10/$12 provided. 101003-04 Fri Mar 5 6PM-8PM $10/$12 Age: 7-10 years 101003-06 Fri Apr 2 6PM-8PM $10/$12 Locations: Village Hall Range (Session I & II) 101003-05 Fri May 7 6pm-8pm $10/$12 Ehlert Park (Sessions III & IV) Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Wonder Women of History Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) We are celebrating 102054-09 Thu Jan 21-Feb 11 5-5:45pm $40/$50 National Women’s History 102054-11 Thu Feb 18-Mar 11 5-5:45pm $40/$50 Month with a “Wonder 102054-13 Thu Apr 1-22 4:30-5:15pm $40/$50 Women of History” club. 102054-15 Thu Apr 29-May 20 4:30-5:15pm $40/$50 Each participant will receive a copy of Laurie Halse Anderson’s new graphic novel anthology Youth Archery from DC Comics. 11-14yrs Wonderful Women of Archery participants will learn the parts of an arrow History celebrates “real- and recurve bow, the basics of using a recurve bow, world heroes who take up and fundamental shooting skills in an extremely safe Wonder Woman’s iconic environment. They also will learn and excellent, mantle and work in the nationally recognized beginner’s 9-step to the 10 fields of science, social ring progression which was created by the Coaches justice activism, politics, and more.” The group will meet Development Committee of the National Archery once a week to talk about the 2 “Wonder Women” of Association. Blunt tipped arrows, bows, and targets are the week. Each week will also include a fun, interactive provided. project, game or activity highlighting the positive Age: 11-14 years messaging that comes from our real world heroes of the week! Locations: Village Hall Range (Session I & II) Ehlert Park (Sessions III & IV) Age: 10-14 years Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Location: Recreation Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave. Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102054-10 Thu Jan 21-Feb 11 5:45pm-6:30pm $40/$50 Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102054-12 Thu Feb 18-Mar 11 5:45pm-6:30pm $40/$50 XXXXXX-XX Wed Mar 15-May 3 5PM-6PM $30/$40 102054-14 Thu Apr 1-22 5:15pm-6:00pm $40/$50 102054-16 Thu Apr 29-May 20 5:15pm-6:00pm $40/$50

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Family Archery Youth Yoga Workshops These one-day workshops incorporate both a yoga as You and your family members will meet new friends well as a slime-making workshop! The yoga session is while learning the parts of an arrow and recurve bow, an introductory course for course for beginners ages the basics of using a bow and the fundamental shooting 7 – 11 where students will learn basic poses and calming skills in an extremely safe environment. You will also techniques while increasing their strength & flexibility. learn the nationally recognized beginner’s 9-step to the Stories and games will be included to enhance the 10 ring progression method which was created by the experience. During class participants will be distanced National Archery Association. Blunt tipped arrows, bows a minimum of 6 feet and receive a temperature check and targets are provided. from our instructor. Participants should bring a water Age: 6+ years with adult bottle & yoga mat. School or PVA glue, baby powder, Locations: Village Hall Range (Session I & II) acrylic paint, food coloring, lotion, shaving cream, as well Ehlert Park (Sessions III & IV) as laundry detergent may be used to make the slime. Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Age: 7-11 years Location: Recreation Hall Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102055-05 Thu Jan 21-Feb 11 6:30pm-7:15pm $40/$50 Instructor: Mrs. Bee 102055-06 Thu Feb 18-Mar 11 6:30pm-7:15pm $40/$50 Code # Day Theme Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102055-07 Thu Apr 1-22 6:00pm-6:45pm $40/$50 101057-09 Fri Yoga & Slime Jan 29 6-8pm $30/$38 102055-08 Thu Apr 29-May 20 6:00pm-6:45pm $40/$50 101057-10 Fri Valentines’ Day Yoga Feb 26 6-8pm $30/$38 101057-11 Fri St. Patrick’s Day Yoga Mar 19 6-8pm $30/$38 101057-12 Fri Yoga & Slime Apr 23 6-8pm $30/$38 101057-13 Fri Yoga & Slime May 21 6-8pm $30/$38

Magic Class Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mindreading, and more. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session! Age: 5-11 years Location: Recreation Hall Instructor: Gary Kantor’s Magic Team

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101999-03 Wed 2/17 5pm-5:55pm $25/$30 101999-04 Mon 5/10 6:45pm-7:40pm $25/$30

We are also offering VIRTUAL MAGIC lessons with Gary Kantor. Contact Ben at 708-485-1528 for more details!

Brockfielder | Winter-Spring 2021 29 YOUTH ATHLETICS (AGES 7-14)

Youth Volleyball Bump, set, & SPIKE! Your child will learn these fundamentals and more in our introductory volleyball program. As players build skills and progress, they will run a few matches and test out their new skills! Age: 7-10 years Location: S.E. Gross Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102037-02 Tues Jan 19-Mar 9 5:30pm-6:20pm $80/$85 102037-03 Tues Mar 30-May 18 5:30pm-6:20pm $80/$85

Teen Open Gym Volleyball Your middle schooler can expect some refreshers and quick drills about the game, but we are here to play Soccer Skills 8/10 U some volleyball, hangout with friends & have fun in a Learn the basics of soccer while having fun at the same low-stress environment. time. Fundamentals of dribbling, passing and kicking Age: 11-14 years will be covered through fun games that keep everyone Location: S.E. Gross moving! Younger groups will work on coordination and motor skills, while older groups will concentrate on Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff teamwork and game situations. Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) Age: 7-8 years 102039-01 Tues Jan 19-Mar. 9 6:30pm-7:30pm $50/$60 Locations: S.E. Gross (Session I) 102039-05 Tues Mar 30-May 18 6:30pm-7:30pm $50/$60 Ehlert Park (Session II) Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 103000-01* Wed Jan 20-Mar 10 5:30pm-6:20pm $80/$85 103000-03 Wed Apr 7-May 26 5pm-5:50pm $80/$85 * LGP CoOP

Youth Floor Hockey This rec. program will build up players skills in puck handling, passing, and shooting. Your child can expect skills and drills, as well as scrimmage games in each session. Players must wear a mouth guard. Age: 8-12 years Location: S.E. Gross Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102021-01 Wed Jan 20-Mar 10 7:30pm-8:20pm $80/$85

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Basketball Skills 7/8 U 2nd/3rd Grade Players will begin each session working on the fundamentals from dribbling, to passing, to shooting with our coach staff. Players can also expect a couple scrimmage games towards the end of each session to work out their new learned skills! Skills & drills are based off the Jr. NBA curriculum. Age: 7-8 years Location: S.E. Gross Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102009-14 Mon Jan 18-Feb 15 5:30pm-6:20pm $50/$55 102009-15 Mon Feb 22-Mar 29* 5:30pm-6:20pm $50/$55 *no class 3/22

Basketball Skills 9/10 U 4th/5th Grade Our instructional program for 4th/5th graders players will work on some fundamentals but have a ton of time to work out our skills on the court with situational drills & scrimmage games! Skills & drills are based off the Jr. NBA curriculum. Age: 9-10 years Baseball Spring Training Location: S.E. Gross Pinto, Mustang & Bronco Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff Time to get back in, dust off the cobwebs and get some Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) hitting and fielding in before spring baseball starts! We 102009-16 Mon Jan 18-Feb 15 6:30pm-7:20pm $50/$55 have age specific lessons for players in Pinto, Mustang 102009-17 Mon Feb 22-Mar 29* 6:30pm-7:20pm $50/$55 & Bronco divisions. Your ballplayer can expect to participate 50% hitting mechanics & 50% field drills. *no class 3/22 Location: S.E. Gross Days: Wednesdays Dates: Jan 20-March 3 Instructor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff

Code # Ages Times Fee (R/NR) 102007-12 7-8 (Pinto) 5pm-5:50pm $70/$75 102007-13 9-10 (Mustang) 6pm-6:50pm $70/$75 102007-14 11-12 (Bronco) 7pm-7:50pm $70/$75

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Beginning Tumbling Start out learning the proper way to perform rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. This class is a great introduction to tumbling, and it opens the door to gymnastics possibilities. Age: 5-6 years Location: Recreation Hall Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102052-05 Sat Jan 16-Feb 6 10:45am-11:30am $38/$48 102052-06 Sat Feb 20-Mar 13 10:45am-11:30am $38/$48 102052-07 Sat Apr 3-24 10:45am-11:30am $38/$48

Junior Gymnastics Age-appropriate maneuvers for bar, floor, low balance beam and vault will be introduced. Boys and Girls will learn basic movements for each event in a safe environment. Age: 7-10 years Location: Recreation Hall Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102051-05 Sat Jan 16-Feb 6 11:45am-12:30pm $38/$48 Youth Tennis 102051-06 Sat Feb 20-Mar 13 11:45am-12:30pm $38/$48 102051-07 Sat Apr 3-24 11:45am-12:30pm $38/$48 Youngsters enrolled in the Youth Tennis classes will learn the basics of tennis as well as advanced strokes, depending on whether they are at the beginner or intermediate level. Racket face control, ball bounce judgment, receiving skills, space management, rallying skills, and court movement will be emphasized. Young players will develop the agility and coordination needed for effective tennis play. Situational drills and games will help them to establish a solid foundation for future development in the sport and build a lifelong love of tennis. Rackets and tennis balls will be provided. Age: 7-12 years Location: Ehlert Park Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 102004-05 Mon Apr 26-May 17 4:45pm-5:45pm $38/$48

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Snow-ga & Snow Painting* Bundle up and come practice yoga outside in the snow! Enjoy the fresh air with some yoga shapes, physically distanced yoga movement games, and guided relaxation. Then grab a spray bottle and paint the snow! Masks required; photos of final art project will be emailed! Join the fun! Age: 5-12 years Location: Kiwanis Park (meet at the bandshell) Instructor: Jenine Clevenger

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 107012-01 Tu TBD 3:30pm-4:30pm $12/$15 *Check facebook for details on this pop-up event

Nature Art & Yoga Enjoy a physically distanced outside yoga class under the trees in beautiful Kiwanis Park! We will practice yoga and then have a guided relaxation. Artists will make mandalas using sticks, leaves, and other natural materials. Photos of final projects will be emailed so sticks and pinecones Art for Kids ONLINE! etc.. can stay in the woods! Hosted on Zoom! Age: 5-12 years Session 1 (Jan. 19 – Feb. 16): Drawing Location: Kiwanis Park (meet at the bandshell) Join a creative art class where you can learn and grow Instructor: Jenine Clevenger while sharing community with like-minded kids! We will learn to draw faces, animals, learn perspective to make Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) cool cityscapes, and make a landscape drawing with 107012-02 Tu May 11 4pm-5pm $12/$15 a focus on nature! We will use pencil, charcoal, chalk pastels, and paper. Session 2 (Mar. 2 – Apr. 6): Collage Fun Enjoy creating art with a variety of papers through collage! We will be cutting, tearing, and exploring many exciting ways that artists use paper to create different art projects. Kids will create beautiful 3-dimensional plants or flowers, mirrored designs, special imaginary places, and creative faces. Enjoy meeting other creative kids and exploring your creative powers! Age: 5-12 years Location: Hosted on Zoom Instructor: Jenine Clevenger

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101038-05 Tues Jan 19-Feb 16 4:30-5:30pm $55/$60 101038-06 Tues Mar 2-Apr 6 4:30-5:30pm $55/$60

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DIY Valentines (Virtual option available) Musical Theatre Workshops Come in-person or pick up your craft supplies package Grades 1-5 and follow along virtually as we create beautiful A weekly musical theatre workshop culminates in a valentines and crafts filled with love. All participants get a showcase featuring age-appropriate excerpts from sweet treat to take home along with all of your creations. smash hit movie musicals! Students will learn the basics In-person is limited, socially distanced and masks are of vocal technique, choreography, and acting while required. Each participant has their own 6ft table work working together to produce an in-class performance space. for family and friends. Showcase classes are only six Age: 5-12 years weeks long and are a great way for young artists to develop their talents, foster self-confidence, and grow in Location: Brookfield Village Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave. social skills and team building. Reduced class size allows OR Virtual option for social distancing. Daily self-health assessment and Virtual registration will require pick up of face mask required. materials prior to event. An email will be sent with Link for this option by Friday Feb 5th. Age: 6-11 years Location: Village Board Room Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) XXXXXX-XX Sa Feb 16 10am-11am $12/$15 Instructor: Margo Proeh & Children’s Theater Company

Code # Day Show Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 101031-09 Tues Peter Pan Jan 19-Feb 23 3:30pm-5pm $168/$188 101031-11 Tues Little Mermaid Mar 2-Apr 13* 3:30pm-5pm $142/$162

*no class 3/23

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Adult Archery LGP CoOP Coed Adult Volleyball Learn the basics of archery Singles, couples are welcome. Tuesday evening is for including how to handle a bow, persons with volleyball skills who are looking to join a 9-step program for shooting others for games of fun and friendly competition. an arrow from a bow, and range Wednesday evening is for advanced play, players need to safety in this adults-only class. We know how to bump, set and spike, with the ability to play teach proper technique and vary as a team in a more competitive setting. Supervisor will target distances so that adults rotate players on two courts. This program is for adults, can participate at their own ability children should not accompany participants to class. levels. Exciting games will also Masks are required during game play. be played thereby offering lots Locations: S.E. Gross School Gymnasium, 3542 Maple of fun for everyone. Discover this relaxing and rewarding sport Supervisor: Brookfield Parks & Rec. Staff that will give you a lifetime of Code # Day Type Dates Times Fee (R/NR) enjoyment! Recurve bows, arrows 105002-03 Tues Intermediate Jan 26-Apr 6 7-9pm $65/$75 and targets will be provided, but you may use your own equipment with instructor approval. Age: 18+ years Locations: Village Hall Range (Session I & II) Ehlert Park (Sessions III & IV) Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 105098-07 Thu Jan 21-Feb 11 7:15pm-8pm $40/$50 105098-08 Thu Feb 18-Mar 11 7:15pm-8pm $40/$50 105098-09 Thu Apr 1-22 6:45pm-7:30pm $40/$50 105098-10 Thu Apr 29-May 20 6:45pm-7:30pm $40/$50

Men’s Open Basketball Join us on Monday evenings for games of fun and friendly competition. Teams are formed each night by supervisor and players are rotated in for full court play. Masks are required during game play. Locations: S.E. Gross School Gymnasium, 3542 Maple Supervisor: John Larson

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 105001-02 Mon Jan 25-Apr 5 7-9pm $65/$75

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Intro to Make-up, Basics PLUS Renaissance Women This class is for anyone who needs just a little more This class is for the woman who can do it all (or wants knowledge in the ways of mascara, foundation, liner to) and will have the knowledge once this series is done PLUS the tricks of contour with a qualified make-up to prove it. Women encouraging women and helping artist! Think You tube tutorial but in person where you in various facets of life is what you will get in return can ask questions, get feedback and recommendation for your participation. Want to know some basic car in purchases. Each class will focus on a different maintenance? Home improvement projects? Make-up area: eyebrows, contour and concealing, cut crease do’s and don’ts? Dress for your body? Self-defense? eyeshadow, eyeliner and then the last class will provide a Each week we are shifting focus to a different topic we full blown make-over! All participants will receive a gift. all see in everyday life. Roll up your sleeves then put on *Bring Mom or other guardian at an additional $15 to some make-up or don’t. Being a woman has never been learn together! a more beautiful thing! Age: 13-17 years Age: 18+ years Location: Brookfield Village Hall Location: Brookfield Village Hall

Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) Instructor: Varies 104099-02 Th April 1-April 29 6:30-7:30pm $65/$75 Code # Day Dates Times Fee (R/NR) 104098-01 W April 28-May 26 7:30-8:30pm $75/$85

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ISAC College Changes Everything The Financial Aid Process (FREE) FAFSA Step-by-step (FREE) Many students and parents consider finances the biggest The Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) is the form barrier to college. This session outlines the financial aid used to apply for most federal, state and other financial process and provides insight on ways to maximize access institution aid programs, including the Federal Pell Grant to financial aid to help pay for college. It introduces and the Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP). This the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), session provides a step-by-step review of the FAFSA that summarizes state and federal aid programs, and identifies includes: what information is required to complete the trusted sources of information. form; student eligibility and dependency questions; and Age: Teens & families-All ages how to avoid common mistakes in completing the form. Locations: ONLINE Live interactive presentation Age: Teens & families-All ages Instructor: Illinois Student Assistance Commission Locations: ONLINE Live interactive presentation Representative Instructor: Illinois Student Assistance Commission Representative Code # Day Dates Time XXXXXX Mon Feb. 22 6:00-7:30pm Code # Day Dates Time XXXXXX Mon Feb. 15 6:00-7:30pm

38 www.BrookfieldIL.gov SENIOR PROGRAMMING

We are proud to be partnered with Interfaith BACK AGAIN! Community Partners! Need a ride to one of our programs? Just give them a call! SENIOR MOVIE DAYS January-May Interfaith Community Partners is a non-profit organization that 10am in Village Hall provides rides to older adults We provide the movie, coffee and snacks (and even a RIDE, if to their medical, dental, needed! See Interfaith Community Partners above). You come and therapy appointments ready to sit back and watch a show! PLUS STAY for our activity and life-enhancing errands after! such as the grocery store, January 28: Boynton Beach Club bank, hairdresser or recreation STAY after the movie for Valentine Card Making programming. Volunteer drivers accompany people 60 and better and stay with them during their appointments. February 25: Letters to Juliet Call 708-354-9328 to become a client. STAY for Spring craft Volunteer drivers needed in Brookfield. Can you spare March 25: The Savages an hour or two per week to drive an older adult to their STAY for wreath making medical appointment or the grocery store? We’re looking April 29: The 10 Commandments for Brookfield residents to drive people to places like STAY for chair Yoga Park District programs as well. To request a volunteer May 27: Million Dollar Baby application and background check authorization form, STAY for a spring planter making please call the ICP office at 708-354-9328. All volunteers are trained by ICP staff and they work around your busy schedule.

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PAYMENT & FEES 1 ONLINE at rectrac.brookfieldil.gov Cash, check or credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) are all cceptable forms of payment for program fees. Make checks payable to: “Village of Brookfield” 2 IN-OFFICE at 8820 Brookfield Ave. *A $25 fee will be added to your household account for returned M-F, 9am-4pm checks. *Drop box for registration and Fee Codes for programming is as follows: (R) Resident payment is available in both the Village (NR) Non-Resident parking lot and Parks and Recreation CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS: department The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel any program with insufficient registration. We will try to extend registration deadlines, however, we will typically cancel within 2-3 business days prior to class start date. OVER THE PHONE by calling For classes canceled by the Parks and Recreation department, you will receive a 3 FULL REFUND. 708-485-1474 or 708-485-1527 To withdraw from a program, you must alert the Parks and Recreation office with confirmation that your request has been received prior to the second class meeting date. MAIL your registration form to 4 All approved refund requests due to withdrawal may include a $5.00 administrative 8820 Brookfield Ave. fee and proration for any class dates attended or supplies purchased. Brookfield, Il 60513 Refund requests due to sickness or injury may require a physicians note. No processing fee will be deducted for approved withdrawal with physician note.

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