ItascaParPark Distristrict Fall 2O1O Programs & Events Waterpark Closes Monday, September 6

Hours of Operation ItascaParPark Diistrstrict Weekends July 31-Sept 5 Sat & Sun . . Waterparkaterpark 11:30am –6:30pm Weekdays Aug 2-Aug 13 630-773- 1213 M-F ...... 9:30am –12pm (zero-depth only) M-F ...... 12:30 –1pm (Pool Pass Holders only) Weather Permitting-Call for End of Season M/W ...... 1–5pm, 6:30 –8:30pm T/TH ...... 1–5pm, 7 –8:30pm Extended Hours! Aug 16-Sept 3 F ...... 1–5pm, 6:30 –8pm

630-773- 1213 Don’t Miss These Upcoming Events Scre ech I Bike with the Cops ...... Aug 2 • 1-3pm m I National Night Out-Free ...... Aug 3 • 5pm Cin e a Saturday, Oct 30 I Concert: Bopology-Free ...... Aug 11 • 7pm 6:30-8pm It’s a Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown I Teen Dive-In Movie-Free ...... Aug 14 • 7pm 8-10pm Teens will vote I Oktoberfest ...... Sept 10 & 11 for a PG-13 rated movie I Circus ...... Sept 23 Join us for an evening outdoors watching a screechtacular I Benches on Parade ...... Sept 24-26 movie at the Nature Center. Bring a blanket I Halloween Celebration ...... Oct 23 • 1-3p and dress warm as we will show two movies! I I Hallo’Tween Dance ...... Oct 29 • 6:30pm Fire Ring I Marshmallows LOCATION: I ...... Oct 30 I Screech Cinema Concessions Itasca Nature Center Fall 2010 Programs & Events 3

General Information Board of Commissioners Staff Linda Aiani (1994-2013) ...... President Maryfran Leno ...... G. . e. . nExeecruativle DIirnecftoor orfmParakstainod nRecreation Lynda Wade (1999-2013) ...... Vice President Brenda Burlini ...... Finance Supervisor Dan Kompanowski (1995-2015) ...... Secretary Beth Rodriguez ...... Public Relations Supervisor Jennifer Benitez ...... Registrar Jeff Craven (1997-2011) ...... Commissioner Recreation Dave Hansen (2001-2011) ...... Commissioner Ryan Jastrzab ...... Superintendent of Recreation Lori Neubauer ...... Fitness Manager Itasca Park District Chris Carling ...... Nature/Recreation Supervisor Board Meetings Anne Bennett ...... Aquatics & Facility Supervisor The Park Board meets the third Monday of each month at 7:00pm. All meetings Susan Rioux ...... Recreation Supervisor are held at the Itasca Recreation Center, 350 E. Irving Park Road. The public is Mike Wold ...... Athletics Supervisor welcome to attend. If you have a park problem, suggestion Kris Eisenmann ...... Gymnastics Supervisor or if you would like to observe how the Park District Parks operates, we encourage your attendance. Dale Martinello ...... Superintendent of Parks Phil Johnson ...... Superintendent of Buildings Javier Gutierrez ...... Maintenance

Website: www.itascaparkdistrict.com Park District Facilities Recreation Center Fitness Center Itasca Waterpark Springbrook Nature Center Historical Depot 350 E. Irving Park Road 350 E. Irving Park Road 100 N. Catalpa 130 Forest Ave. 101 N. Catalpa Ph.# 630-773-2257 Ph.# 630-773-2257, ext. 115 Ph.# 630-773-1213 Ph.# 630-773-5572 Closed for renovations FAX # 630-773-4524 FAX# 630-773-4524 Sports Hotline Ph.# 630-616-7558 Registration Registration Monday-Friday 8am-10pm* Begins Monday, Office Hours Saturday 9am-5pm Aug 9! (*Effective Sept 7) Sunday 9am-4pm Closed: Sept 6 Need Help After Hours? Visit our website at www.itasaparkdistrict.com. Itasca Park District 4 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

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Nature Programming Tot Rock! ...... 18 Adult Programming Adventure Hike ...... 13 Turkey Talk ...... 19 Aiki-Jitsu ...... 30 Animal Disco Party ...... 14 Under the Sea ...... 18 Basketball League ...... 30 Animals Galore ...... 14 Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do/Adult Self Defense .. 30 Art in Nature ...... 14 Kids Korner Fencing ...... 30 Birthday Party Packages ...... 13 Authors in the Kitchen ...... 20 Gardening Classes ...... 31 Bubble Science ...... 14 Dance ...... 24 Volleyball League ...... 30 Burping, Bubbling, Spooky Science ...... 14 Gingerbread House Decorating ...... 20 Women’s Self Defense Training ...... 30 Colors of Autumn ...... 12 Halloween Hoorah ...... 28 Craft Projects for Nature Lovers ...... 13 Lego Leaguers ...... 20 Open Gym ...... 11 Creatures of the Night Campfire ...... 12 Magic Class ...... 20 Fun with Electricity ...... 14 Open Gym Madness ...... 20 Lasers, Light & Optics ...... 15 Senior Happenings Team Building Challenge Course ...... 20 Learn to Letterbox ...... 12 Cruisin’ Connoisseurs Club ...... 32 Youth Anti-Bullying and Safety Course ...... 20 Little Explorers Club ...... 14 Itasca Senior Citizens Club ...... 32 Nature Madness Pajama Party ...... 15 Lake Geneva Boat Tour and Ice Cream Social .. 32 Sports Galore Oceans of Fun ...... 14 The Child: The Story of the First Christmas ... 32 Pond Wonders ...... 15 Arena Flag Football ...... 21 Reindeer Games ...... 15 Dodgeball ...... 21 Rocket Away ...... 13 Fencing ...... 21 Fitness Center Santa’s Workshop ...... 15 Gymnastics ...... 26 Aerobic Classes ...... 38 Scavenger Hunt ...... 12 Karate ...... 23 Babysitting Service ...... 33 Scout Programs ...... 12 Little Hoops Basketball ...... 23 Cardio Kickboxing ...... 37 S’mores ...... 12 Little Sluggers T-Ball ...... 23 Fit Friends in Training ...... 36 Snakes Alive ...... 14 Open Gym ...... 11 Fitness Assessment ...... 34 Spooky Critters ...... 14 WIBA Basketball ...... 22 Fitness Equipment ...... 35 Treemendous Trees ...... 13 Fitness Center Hours ...... 35 ‘Tween/Teen Scene Special Events ...... 7-9 Indoor Cycling ...... 37 Club Friday Night ...... 2 Itasca Running Club ...... 36 Trips ...... 9-10 Hallo ‘Tween’ Dance ...... 28 Membership Rates ...... 34 Holiday ‘Tween Movie Nights ...... 28 Personal Training ...... 36 Preschool Teen Fall Bonfire ...... 28 Private Cardio Kickboxing/Conditioning Lessons . 37 Junior Kindergarten ...... 17 Teen Weight Training ...... 38 Super W.O.W. Training ...... 37 Preschool ...... 17 The Slight Edge: Gaining An Advantage for Life . 29 Teen Weight Training ...... 38 Tiny Tikes ...... 17 ‘Tween Cage Dance ...... 28 ‘Tween/Teen Food Sampling ...... 29 Special Services ...... 6,43 Kiddie Korner Birthday Party Packages ...... 13, 16 Christmas Kids ...... 19 Printed on Recycled Paper Dance ...... 24 Holiday Drop & Shop ...... 19 Jr. Pajama Party ...... 19 For more information about... Kid Rock ...... 18 our recreational programs and facilities Kindermusik Family Time ...... 18 Kindermusik Sign & Sing ...... 18 Please contact: Magical Fairy Tales ...... 19 Maryfran Leno, CPRP Messy Fingers ...... 19 Executive Director of Parks and Recreation Munchkin Artists ...... 19 E-mail: [email protected] Parent-Tot Super Sports ...... 18 Phone: 630.773-2257 , ext. 111 Reindeer Rock ...... 19 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 5

General Information Dear Resident: In each brochure letter I am trying to bring to attention some of the special features, other user amenities. And this fall watch for the gymnasium updates, including activities, procedures and staff that the Itasca Park District offers its residents and replacement of the two gym curtains, addition of electronic height-adjusted basketball patrons. My last letter expanded on the Itasca Water Park and this time I will highlight hoop extenders and comprehensive LCD gymnasium controllers! the Itasca Park District Fitness Center. We are open 362 days a year. During the week doors open at 5:30 am and on the In 2001 the IPD Board of Commissioners approved the Recreation and Fitness weekends everyone can sleep in to 7:00 AM. Center Addition and Renovation project. By 2002 the building was completed and doors opened. Lori Neubauer (LN), CPRP is the Fitness Manager. She can answer any questions about the fitness center and the aerobic programs. The previous fitness center was very small due to the lack of floor space. By extending the front of the recreation center building the IPD was able to expand not only the There is a staff of 8 that man the fitness center and there are 6 personal trainers. area but the pieces of equipment our patrons requested. For new members the assessment fee is free. Member rates vary from age, length of membership to residency and include use of fitness equipment and There are 30 pieces of fitness equipment plus a weight room basketball courts. There is also a jogging track only option. All the that holds 14 weight stations, dumbbells that range from information is listed in the brochure. 1-100 pounds and plate weights up to 3,000 pounds. Yikes! Every year pieces are changed out and new equipment is Everyone is aware of the importance of staying in shape. The Itasca assessed. This year we increased the budget for the fitness Park District Fitness Center is close to home, has convenient hours and center thus enabling more replacements and enhance - has a staff that is happy to help you with your fitness needs. ments –watch for new equipment to arrive in late August! Last summer we gutted and renovated the men’s and Linda Aiani women’s locker rooms adding full and half size lockers with President, Itasca Park District Board of Commissioners

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FACILITY RENTALS

The Itasca Park District has great rooms available for events. From parties for ! birthdays, graduations, baby showers, FREE and receptions in the Iris Room, to meetings in the Willow Room; to Teen Fall Bonfire Teens, grab your friends for a night of fun at the Springbrook Nature Center! basketball or volleyball in the Gymnasium, There will be a large bonfire with hot dogs, s’mores, games and music. or teen parties in the Lounge, we can easily meet your I Iris Room What a fun way to kick-off the beginning of the school year! You won’t needs. A Room Rental Request Application should be I Iris A want to miss out. (SR) I Grades 6-8 completed and returned to the Registration Desk and we will Iris B AGE: I Willow Room DAY DATE TIME FEE work with you to schedule an acceptable date. For more I Lounge Fri Sep 17 7:30-9:30pm FREE information please call Anne at (630)773-2257. (AB) I Gymnasium LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center Itasca Park District 6 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

General Information

Itasca Park District Conduct Policy Mission Statement Behavior: Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. The The mission of the Itasca Park District is to efficiently and economically provide education, following guidelines have been developed to help make Itasca Park District programs recreation, facilities, and open space that is designed to provide wholesome, constructive, safe and enjoyable for all participants. The Park District reserves the right to develop and enjoyable leisure time experiences that benefit the community of Itasca. additional rules for particular programs and athletic leagues as deemed necessary by staff and the park board. Participants shall: I Show respect to all participants and staff. Accessibility for People With I Refrain from using foul language. Special Needs I Refrain from causing bodily harm to other participants or staff. The Itasca Park District welcomes the opportunity to assist guests with disabilities to I enjoy ALL of our facilities, programs and services. Any individual with a special need Refrain from damaging equipment, supplies and facilities. should contact our staff upon registration so that we can make the necessary accom - Discipline: Itasca Park District reserves the right to dismiss a participant for infraction modations. In addition, the Park District provides other specialized services through of the code of conduct. Each situation will be evaluated on its own merit. NEDSRA. Call (630) 620-4500 for further information.

ADA Statement Visit the Itasca Park The Itasca Park District will not discriminate against any eligible participant on the basis District on Facebook. of a disabling condition. We invite any participant with a special need to contact our staff upon registration so that a smooth inclusion may occur. In addition to the programs Website: www.itascaparkdistrict.com listed on this page, our district provides additional services for people with disabilities through Northeast DuPage Special Recreation Association. For more information about... The recreation department Nothing ruins a good Please contact: program quicker... Ryan Jastrzab, CPRP than everyone waiting until the last minute to register for it. There is a point where if Superintendent of Recreation there aren’t enough registrants to hold the program, it is cancelled. Coming in the day E-mail: [email protected] , ext. 112 of or the day before the program won’t resurrect it. Please register one week early to Phone: 630-773-2257 avoid disappointment. Fall 2010 Programs & Events 7

Special Events

Save the Date: Tuesday, August 3 I 5:00pm 7th Annual Itasca National Night Out! Activities held at: Itasca Waterpark I Library I Municipal Complex Fire Station I Nature Center I Police Department Activities: ! Face Painting I Live Entertainment EE Rock Climbing Wall I Food FR DUI Course I Touch -A-Truck I Free Raffle All Invited. Free. Family Night Out with your neighbors. Bring the whole Family!

September 24-26 Attention all artisans and wine aficionados. Save the date. The Second Annual Benches on Parade Art & Wine Festival is scheduled for September 24 through September 26, 2010 in Usher Park. This year, the Benches on Parade Art & Wine Festival Committee will be hosting Pajama Program, a charity event, on Friday evening from 4 PM to 9 PM. The Pajama Program has been featured on the Oprah Show and is dedicated to delivering warm sleepwear and nurturing books to children in need. Your admission into the charity event is achieved through the donation of a new pair of pajamas (infants to teenagers). There will be cooking with wine demonstrations featuring renowned chefs, and assorted breads provided by La Brea Bakery. Itasca Park District 8 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Special Events Save the Dat e! Oktoberfest September 10 & 11 Featuring The Johnny Wagner Band

Holiday House Decorating Contest Tuesday December 14th Residents of the Village of Itasca and Itasca Park District, start putting out your holiday lights & decorations! To enter your house, you must email your name, address and phone number to [email protected] or submit an entry form at the Park District. Lights must be on by 6pm on 12/14. Prizes will be awarded. (AB)

Visits from Santa Santa will surprise your family with a special visit to your home. You can tell Santa all about your holiday wish list. Due to Santa’s busy schedule this time of year, he will only be able to stay for 10 minutes. Families will need to be available from 5:30 to 8:30pm so Santa can catch you at home. Once you’ve registered, Santa’s elves will call with his approximate arrival time. Pre-registration is required. Santa visits are available to Itasca Park District residents only. (AB) Itasca CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6617-0 Sun Dec 5 5:30-8:30pm $25 Halloween DEADLINE: Sun Nov 28 elebration Santa Calling! C Who wouldn't want to hear from Old Saint Nick this Christmas season!? Instill a sense of pride in your child The Itasca Park District and Village of as Santa Claus himself gives them a call on the phone to say how proud he is of all of the good little girls Itasca are working together to and boys. Calls will be made on Sunday, December 12. Stop by the front desk and fill out a registration provide an afternoon of exciting form for this free service. All registration forms must be in by Thursday December 9th at 6pm. (AB) Halloween activities for your family. Free games, pumpkin decorating and Trunk or Treat are among some of the fun activities. All activities will be held at the Nature Center. Participants are encouraged to bring canned food items For more information on... or nonperishable food items for the Itasca Food Pantry. $1 donation is recom - mended per child. (SR/AB) the brochure or website contact AGE: All Please contact: DAY DATE TIME FEE Beth Rodriguez Sat Oct 23 1-3pm FREE Public Relations Supervisor LOCATION: Nature Center (Inclement weather location: Rec Center) E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 630-773-2257 , ext. 127 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 9

Special Events/Trips

New! Screech Cinema-Free! Water Tower Place Join us for an evening outdoors watching a screechtacular movie at the Nature Center. Join us on this exciting trip downtown. Enjoy an afternoon of shopping and preparing Bring a blanket and dress warm as we will show two movies! The family movie will for the holiday season while taking in the magnificent decorations in Chicago. We will start at 7pm. The second movie will be for ages 13 & up and will start at 8pm.We will meet at the Itasca Park District Rec Center and drive down in our community vans. Fee have a fire at the fire ring, and marshmallows. Other concessions will be available. This includes transportation. (SR) is a great way to get in the mood for Halloween! (AB) AGE: 18yrs + DAY DATE TIME MOVIE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Sat Oct 30 6:30-8pm It’s a Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown 6603-0 Wed Dec 1 9am-5pm $10 Sat Oct 30 8-10pm Teens will vote for a PG-13 LOCATION: Meet at Itasca Park District MIN/MAX: 18/28 rated movie DEADLINE: Wed Nov 24 LOCATION: Itasca Nature Center Goebbert’s Farm Trip Polar Express Come and enjoy the fall weather with the Itasca Park District at Goebbert’s Farm in Join us for a trip on the Polar Express! We will meet at the Metra Train Station in Itasca Barrington, Illinois. This is a fun way to get in the mood for Halloween and the autumn and board the train for a fun-filled trip on our very own Polar Express. We will read a story, months. Fee includes transportation, general admission, wagon ride, Animal Land enjoy chocolate milk and cookies and have a special visit from everyone’s favorite jolly ol’ entrance, Haunted House entrance and a pumpkin to bring home. Please bring a sack elf, Santa! We will ride from Itasca to Elgin and back. Each child will receive a special gift lunch or bring extra money for lunch at the Red Barn Café on site. Don’t miss out! (SR) from Santa to remind them of their magical journey. Come dressed in your favorite AGE: All Christmas PJ’s! After registration each participant will receive an itinerary in the mail. CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Children age 6 months and under are free. You MUST pre-register for this event. (AB) 6630-0 Sat Oct 16 10am-3pm $35/$40 AGE: All (under 16 must be with a parent) LOCATION: Meet at the Itasca Park District MIN/MAX: 12/14 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE DEADLINE: Wed Oct 6 6691-1 Sat Dec 4 9-10:30am $15 Adults 6691-2 Sat Dec 4 9-10:30am $15 Children 6691-3 Sat Dec 4 11am-12:30pm $15 Adults 6691-4 Sat Dec 4 11am-12:30pm $15 Children 6691-5 Sat Dec 4 1-2:30pm $15 Adults 6691-6 Sat Dec 4 1-2:30pm $15 Children MAX: 100 per train

Santa’s Workshop! Join us as we visit Santa’s Workshop! The Springbrook Nature Center will be beautifully decorated! We will have cookies and hot chocolate, enjoy a fire and do a craft. There will be a festive display for kids to take pictures with Santa in his sleigh so don’t forget your camera! (AB) DAY DATE TIME FEE Fri Dec 10 5-8:30pm Free Sat Dec 11 11am-3pm Free LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center

Supper with Santa There will be lots of holiday cheer as the children have the chance to enjoy supper with Santa Claus. There is plenty of fun for everyone including: holiday crafts, and the reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Each child will visit with and be able to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a holiday treat. Please bring your camera. (AB) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6616-0 Thu Dec 16 5:30-7pm $10 per child $ 5 per adult LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center-Iris A & B MIN/MAX: 50/100 DEADLINE: Thu Dec 9 Itasca Park District 10 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Trips CRUISIN ’ CONNOISSEURS CLUB

Let’s visit some new, fun and exciting restaurants! We do the driving; you do the dining at a variety of restaurants in the Chicagoland area. Here is your chance to taste a variety of different foods. Fees do not include meal; bill is on your own expense. (SR)

College Football Hall of Fame Glen Oak Restaurant – Glen Ellyn For all you college football fans, come spend a day in South Bend, Indiana touring Where your friends and neighbors meet to eat. This is a family restaurant that serves the College Football Hall of Fame. This trip will open your eyes to the sights and fresh, no-nonsense, wholesome food to guests in a friendly, efficient, and comfort - sounds of college football. The “Hall” is designed to put you in the middle of all able setting. Glen Oak is a family-owned business that provides tasty and affordable the action and give you an experience to remember! From your first step onto the everyday alternatives to cooking at home. The menu is large and has a variety of Gridiron Plaza, to the moment you exit the gift shop, you’ll see the sport from every platters to meet everyone’s individual taste buds! possible angle. Lunch will be on your own before we leave to head back home. Visit http://www.collegefootball.org/ for more information on the College Football CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Hall of Fame. This is a cooperative trip with Medinah Park District. (SR) 6662-0 Tue Sep 21 11am-2pm $5 AGE: 6 years and older with parent/guardian CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Edelweiss Restaurant - Norridge 6678-0 Sat Oct 23 7:30am-4:30pm $24/$34 Adult Edelweiss German-American Restaurant is one of Chicago’s favorites. It has been a $21/$31 Child family-owned dining destination for over 30 years. The menu features an impressive LOCATION: Meet at Thorndale Recreation Center array of traditional, well-crafted German specialties along with classics like the (22W130 Thorndale Ave, Medinah) American steak, chicken and seafood dishes. The Edelweiss also carries some of the finest Bavarian beers in the world. The Edelweiss is proud of its reputation for delec - MIN/MAX: 12/26 table cuisine, superior service, and a charming, comfortable atmosphere. DEADLINE: Fri Oct 15 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6671-0 Tue Oct 19 11am-2pm $5 The Child: The Story of the First Christmas The Fireside Dinner Theatre in Fort Atkinson, WI is featuring the World Premier of a The White Eagle - Niles Brand New Musical - The Child. Act One of our show is A Fireside Christmas - the name Why wait to be invited to a special occasion to enjoy the White Eagle’s famous that our patrons, young and old have come to know and love from 16 years of new polish cuisine? Join the Cruisers’ for a family style lunch which is pleasing to the and different Christmas revues. It’s all there again - the beautiful gowns, the colorful taste buds! You can’t go wrong with their polish sausage on kraut, mashed costumes, the breath-taking dances, and the exciting medleys of beloved Christmas potatoes, and pierogies. songs in a fast-paced, jolly, delightful potpourri of holiday cheer. In Act Two, The Child CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE will be performed. Through a wonderful combination of intimate storytelling and 6686-0 Tue Nov 16 11am-2pm $5 acoustic music, you’ll experience the first Christmas. Written especially for The Fireside by the creative team behind “The Rock & The Rabbi,” this new show allows us to see the birth of “The Child” through the eyes of Joseph, Mary’s husband. A Heng Wing Restaurant – Palatine wonderful lunch is included in the fee. (SR) You will have a tough time choosing which meal to select at this delicious Cantonese AGE: 18+ restaurant! There is everything from salads, sandwiches and stir-fry to seafood. Wine and dine here as the servers meet your every need. CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 4649-0 Sat Dec 18 8am-6pm $74 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION: Meet at the Itasca Rec Center 6696-0 Tue Dec 21 11am-2pm $5 DEADLINE: Sat Dec 11 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 11

Open Gym Open Gym Fall Open Gym Hours Age Monday Tuesday WWeeddnneessddaay y Thursday Friday SSatturrday Sunday

Youth 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 12-2pm 12-2pm 2nd-High School Adults 5:30-9am 5:30-9am 5:30-9am 5:30-9am 5:30-9am 18 & older 12-2pm 12-2pm 12-2pm 12-2pm 12-2pm 12-2pm 12-2pm 6:30-9pm

Open Gym times are subject to change due to other schedules. There will be no Open Gym on Sep 3-6, 27, Nov 25 & Dec 24, 25, 31 & Jan 1 Individuals must possess a teen fitness membership, a youth Lounge card, or pay the youth daily open gym fee to participate during Open Gym times. Adults must have a fitness membership or pay the daily open gym fee. (MW)

Daily Open Gym Fee Youth Residents (under 18 yrs) ...... $3 Adult - 18 yrs & Over ...... $5 I Black-soled marking shoes will not be allowed. We encourage participants to bring a pair of athletic shoes with them for special use on the gym floor. Shirts must be worn. I Basketballs will not be available during weekend open gym. I Open Gym is available to Fitness Members and adult residents at any time the gym is not scheduled for another activity in addition to the above times. I The gym will be divided by court during Youth Open Gym times during weekdays. Grades 2nd –5th will play on the North Court and 6th¬-High School on the South Court

Youth Holiday Open Gym Hours: (School days off) Oct 11, 22, Nov 22, 23, 24, 26, Dec 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30 9:45-11:45am 2:30-5pm North Court ...... 2nd-5th Grade South Court ...... 6th-High School Itasca Park District 12 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Nature Programming I Resident rates for Nature programming apply to residents of the Itasca Park District and Village of Itasca.

Creatures of the Night Campfire Girl & Cub Scout We all know and love the Springbrook grounds by day. At night there are different sounds to hear and different sights to see. Learn about the animals that call Springbrook Programs home. (CC) AGE: All ages (kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult) We offer fun, educational Scout classes throughout the year at Springbrook. CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Programs are interactive and designed to teach an awareness and appreciation for 6442-1 Fri Sep 3 7:30-8:30pm $6/$7 the environment while fulfilling requirements for the achievements, electives, and 6442-2 Fri Oct 1 7:30-8:30pm $6/$7 badges listed below. Call Chris at (630)773-2257 for more information. (CC) LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 Choose from one of the following: Cub Scouts Scavenger Hunt Girl Scouts Who doesn't love a scavenger hunt? Get your kids outdoors and "scavenging" for I Let’s Go Outdoors (Tiger Cub) Brownies treasures in nature. Armed with a list of items to find, they'll eagerly look at the world I Learn About Animals (Tiger Cub) I Animal Antics around them with more observant eyes. This hunt will be exciting as they collect speci - I Feed the Birds (Tiger Cub) I Sky Above, Ground Below mens, work together, and discover nature. (CC) I Fun Outdoors (Tiger Cub) I Exploring Ecology AGE: 5-12yrs I I Your Living World (Wolf Cub) The Five Senses CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE I American Indian Lore (Wolf Cub) I Wildlife Wonders 6441-0 Fri Sep 3 4-5pm $6/$7 I Birds (Wolf Cub) LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 I Outdoor Adventure (Wolf Cub) Juniors I Sharing Your World with I Everything is Connected Learn to Letterbox Wildlife (Bear Cub) I Learning Rocks Springbrook Nature Center offers young explorers an opportunity to go treasure hunting I Nature Crafts (Bear Cub) I Wildlife Everywhere through its new letterboxing class. This is an exciting outdoor adventure that is part I Water and Soil Conservation I Natural Surroundings treasure-hunt, part nature hike, and part art class. Learn the secrets of letterboxing and (Bear Cub) I Discovering Science make your own letterbox stamp in this exciting program. (CC) I American Indian Life (Bear Cub) AGE: 5-12yrs I Forester Badge (Webelos) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE I Geologist Badge (Webelos) 6453-0 Thu Sep 9 4-5pm $8/$10 I Naturalist Badge (Webelos) LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 I Scientist Badge (Webelos) Colors of Autumn Why do leaves turn color in autumn? Did you know that colors, like yellow and orange Tots and Nature are in leaves all summer but the powerful green chlorophyll overwhelms them? Join us Come explore with us as we discover the different sounds to hear and different sights for a nature hike to look for all the colors and changes of Fall. Collect leaves to create to see at the Springbrook grounds. Join us as we learn about the animals that call some fun art projects. (CC) Springbrook home. (CC) AGE: 3-7yrs AGE: 24 to 36 months CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6399-0 Sat Sep 11-25 10-10:45am $18/$21 6391-0 Tue Sep 14 6-7pm $6/$7 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15

For more information about... S’mores! Nature Programming and Preschool Roasted marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers-what’s not to like? Come join us around the campfire, sing songs, and tell stories while eating s’mores. End the Please contact: evening making a campfire craft. Come ready to have fun. (CC) Chris Carling (CC) Nature & Recreation Supervisor AGE: all ages (kids under 8 need to be accompanied by an adult) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE E-mail: [email protected] 6497-0 Fri Sep 17 7:30-9pm $8/$10 Phone: 630-773-2257 , ext. 125 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/20 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 13

Nature Programming

Adventure Hike Take a hike straight into the wilderness of Springbrook. Follow our babbling creek past our prairie into the woods. Keep your eyes open for skeletons, fur, clams and other Springbrook clues nature left behind. (CC) AGE: 6-12yrs BirthdayParty CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6338-0 Sat Sep 25 10-11am $7/$8 Packages LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 Craft Projects for Nature Lovers We offer a fun, educational alternative to the usual birthday party. Parties include If you love nature, you will love these nature craft projects! Nature crafts are a fun a program led by a naturalist and use of a party room at the Nature Center. Call way to experience the great outdoors. Perhaps you'd like to preserve flowers, or learn Chris at (630)773-2257 for more information. (CC) about trees. We will use creative techniques and supplies to make a variety of crafts Choose from one of the following: using items from nature like leaves, sticks, rocks, shells, and sand. (CC) I $175 AGE: 4-12yrs Astounding Animals CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Springbrook has its very own team of superheroes, animals with amazing abili - 6477-0 Sat Sep 25 12-1pm $7/$8 ties that any X-Man would envy. Be ready to have a super time as we play LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 games, meet live animals, and make a craft to take home Treemendous Trees I Bug Safari $175 Have fun exploring trees as we find out just how important trees are. We will play tree We will journey forth into the wilds of the prairie in search of creatures with 6, games and activities as we get to know a tree. (CC) 8, 10, 100 legs or more! Go where no one has gone before…under leaves AGE: 3-8yrs and over logs, exploring for these elusive creatures.. CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE I Nature Detectives Scavenger Hunt $175 6449-0 Sat Sep 25 2-3pm $7/$8 Become a super sleuth as you hunt for clues to solve a puzzling mystery. As we LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 gather clues, look out for an unexpected guest or two. Make a take-home craft, Rocket Away get some fresh air, and work together to solve the mystery. This exciting class will demonstrate some of the basic principles behind rocketry. You'll I NEW! Laser Light Show $185 build a simple "rocket" with ordinary household materials and have tons of fun launching water, air, and engine-propelled rockets! (CC) This party is filled with lots of fun demonstrations and experiments that introduce AGE: 5-12yrs children to light and optics. Students peer through kaleidoscopes, learn about CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE light and optics in nature and space, and discover lasers! Kids will enjoy watching 6928-1 Thu Sep 23 4-5:30pm $8/$10 and creating their own laser light show and make their own voice powered hand 6928-2 Fri Oct 15 4-5:30pm $8/$10 held laser light projector! LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 I NEW! Blast Off $185 This exciting party will demonstrate some of the basic principles behind rocketry. Kids will have tons of fun launching water, air, and engine propelled rockets and building a simple "rocket" with ordinary household materials to take home. Make this birthday a blast! I NEW! Bubble Party $185 Fun with bubbles! Learn the science behind bubbles while we play and experi - ment with giant bubbles, mini-bubbles, bubbles within bubbles, chains of bubbles, bubble art and more! Our educational and interactive bubble show will delight and entertain all your guests. At the end of the show, we'll make a giant bubble, big enough to put someone inside! It's good clean fun! I NEW! Weird Science $185 Ooze on over for some gooey, bubbling, eye-catching science! Kids will love learning about the scientific concepts behind dry ice, slime, and chemistry while performing experiments and making slimy creations. Kids will squeal with delight as they mix and squish their own colorful slime... and even take some home! Itasca Park District 14 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Nature Programming

Animal Disco Party! Art in Nature Dance the night away with Springbrook Nature Center! Kids will have tons of fun Discover art in nature! Kids will create art projects using objects found in nature. We will dancing in the disco lights, playing games, and making their own animal mask! (CC) be making amazing sun prints, artistic nature rubbings and more. (CC) AGE: 5-10yrs AGE: 5-12 yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6430-1 Fri Sep 3 5:15-7pm $10/$14 6443-1 Thu Sep 16 4-5pm $6/$7 6430-2 Fri Oct 1 5:15-7pm $10/$14 6443-2 Fri Oct 1 4-5pm $6/$7 6430-3 Fri Oct 15 5:45-7:30pm $10/$14 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 6430-4 Fri Dec 3 5:45-7:30pm $10/$14 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/20 Snakes Alive Little Explorers Club What has no legs, smells with its tongue and never blinks? Come and find out all about Flowers, plants, and animals provide many rich learning opportunities. Join us as we this fascinating creature. We'll read a story, do a craft, and enjoy a snack. Join us for explore the outdoor surroundings at Springbrook. During each hike we will gather some slithering good fun. (CC) natural items to use during craft time. (CC) AGE: 3-7yrs AGE: 3-7yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6936-0 Tue Oct 12 6-7pm $6/$7 6355-0 Fri Sep 10-24 4-5pm $18/$21 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 8/12 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15

Oceans of Fun Burping, Bubbling, Spooky Science Whales, sharks, penguins oh my! Come along and join us as we explore the many Halloween is the perfect time for oozing, bubbling, eye-catching science! Kids will learn wonders of the ocean! Study some real shark teeth and learn about the creatures found about the characteristics and scientific concepts behind dry ice, slime, and creepy in the big blue sea through stories, crafts, songs, and more. (CC) chemistry while performing experiments and making spooky creations. (CC) AGE: 3-8yrs AGE: 5-12 yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6324-0 Thu Sep 9-Oct 14 6-7pm $36/$42 6472-1 Fri Oct 22 4-5:30pm $8/$10 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 8/12 6472-2 Thu Oct 28 4-5:30pm $8/$10 6472-3 Fri Oct 29 4-5:30pm $8/$10 Fun with Electricity LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 What is electricity? In this fun-filled class kids will learn about electrons, conductors, insulators, and other elements in the world of electricity. After learning the basics through hands-on experiments, students will be challenged to work in teams to build a Spooky Critters circuit and light up a bulb. (CC) Bats, owls, spiders oh my…come find out about these spooky critters found at the AGE: 7-12 yrs Nature Center! Kids will participate in fun games, activities, short hikes, and crafts. (CC) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE AGE: 3-7yrs 6400-1 Thu Oct 7 4-5:30pm $8/$10 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6400-2 Fri Nov 19 4-5:30pm $8/$10 6365-0 Sat Oct 2-30 1-2pm $30/$35 6400-3 Thu Dec 9 4-5:30pm $8/$10 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 8/12 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15

Animals Galore Bubble Science Kids, surprise your friends with all the animal knowledge you gather from Springbrook! Explore the nature of bubbles! Why are they round? Create bubbles making instruments Each week we will focus on a different animal. Join us on a nature hike; you never while learning about the science of soap. Learn about the love-hate relationship between know what we might see. The class will include a story, craft and fun games. (CC) soap and water and how to blow giant bubbles, mini-bubbles, bubbles within bubbles, AGE: 3-7yrs chains of bubbles, and make bubble art. (CC) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE AGE: 5-12 yrs 6484-0 Thu Oct 28-Dec 2 6-7pm $36/$42 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE * No class on 11/25 6457-0 Fri Nov 5 4-5pm $6/$8 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 8/12 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 15

Nature Programming Springbrook Nature Madness Pajama Party Attention all Nature Lovers! Wear your PJ's and bring you favorite stuffed animal. Nature Center Together we will watch nature themed movies, munch on snacks, and enjoy related crafts, activities, and games. (CC) Location: Building Hours: AGES: 5-10 130 Forest Ave. Now through Labor Day CODE DAY DATE TIME THEME FEE Itasca, IL 60143 Mon-Fri: 2-7pm 6420-1 Fri Oct 29 6-8pm Bats $10/$15 6420-2 Fri Nov 19 6-8pm Feather Friends $10/$15 630/773-5572 Sat/Sun: 12:30-5pm 6420-3 Fri Dec 17 6-8pm Artic Animals $10/$15 Sept/Oct LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/25 Tue/Thu: 4-7pm Sat/Sun: 11am-5pm Pond Wonders Ponds are teeming with both animal and plant life. Some animals live in the water (fish, crayfish, tadpoles), some live above the water (ducks, insects), and others live in the area surrounding the pond (raccoons, earthworms). Come find out about these pond life wonders in this fun, interactive class. (CC) AGE: 3-7yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6471-0 Tue Nov 16 6-7pm $6/$7 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 8/12 Lasers, Light and Optics This class is filled with lots of fun demonstrations and experiments that introduce children to light and optics. Students peer through kaleidoscopes, experience optical Reindeer Games illusions, learn about light and optics in nature and space, and discover lasers! Class will Are reindeer real? Learn to look for reindeer prints at the Nature Center. We will make end with a laser deflection board game and a laser light show! (CC) antler hats, sit by the campfire, roast marshmallows, sing reindeer songs, and learn all AGE: 7-12yrs about reindeer. Come, have fun with your friends, and get in the holiday spirit. (CC) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE AGE: 4-8yrs 6407-1 Thu Nov 11 4-5:30pm $8/$10 6407-2 Fri Dec 3 4-5:30pm $8/$10 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6452-0 Tue Dec 14 6-7pm $6/$7 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15 LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 10/15

Santa’s Workshop! Join us as we visit Santa’s Workshop! The Springbrook Nature Center will be beauti - fully decorated! We will have cookies and hot chocolate, enjoy a fire and do a craft. There will be a festive display for kids to take pictures with Santa in his sleigh so don’t forget your camera! (AB) DAY DATE TIME FEE Sant as Fri Dec 10 5-8:30pm Free ’ Sat Dec 11 11am-3pm Free Worksh op LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center Itasca Park District 16 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Birthday Parties

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To check availability, receive more information and to reserve your Birthday Party call Anne at (630) 773-2257!

I Parties are geared towards 3 to 10 year-old children. I Party does not include cake plates, napkins, cake, Magic Show ...... $225 I All parties are 2 hours long. candles, or matches, but you are more than Make your party unique, entertaining, and memorable with welcome to bring your own. I Parties are run by Itasca Park District Birthday Party the incredible magic of Gary Kantor. You will see a vanishing I Staff. Parties are scheduled on a first-come first-serve basis act, card tricks, mind-reading and much more! All shows are and should be scheduled a minimum of 2 weeks in interactive and the birthday child will come on stage and I Food and goody bag option are available at an advance. additional price. become a Junior Magician right before your eyes. There is I Party Prices include 12 guests-Birthday child is free, always a lot of audience participation and laughter, and each additional guest is $5*. Appropriate for ages 4 and up Balloon animals available as an option.

Paws & Claws Party . . $250 Gymnastics Party . . . . . $185 What is a soft, cuddly, and reassuring companion? A teddy Our gymnastics area is the perfect place for jumping, rolling, Create Your Own Theme– bear of course! Guests will enjoy stuffing their own Teddy climbing, sliding, and swinging using gymnastics equipment. (base charge) ...... $190 Bear that they can take home. *Additional guests are The guests also get to try out an obstacle course set up by our Our staff will work with you to create a memorable party $10/each. staff. including games, activities, and crafts.

Princess Party ...... $190 Sports & Games Party $185 Pizza Package for 12 Guests will enjoy the royal treatment with crafts and games A perfect party for a young sports fan! At this party, relays, children ...... $50 with a princess theme including: polished nails, a crown, wand, games and open gym time will keep those party-goers busy. I 2 large pizzas I 12 juice boxes and bracelet. Party-goers may come dressed up as their favorite Gym shoes required. I Plates, napkins, cups, & silverware princess if desired. Race Car Party ...... $190 Goody Bags . . . . $2 per bag Pirate Party ...... $190 Start your engines and get ready for games and activities that Goody bags include a variety of candy and penny prizes.. Ahoy Mateys! Our adventure begins with each guest will get everybody revved up! Guests will decorate their own receiving a pirate bandana and tattoo. After a treasure wooden race car and make a race car picture frame. Party- Need a larger room ? hunt, guests will make their own treasures by decorating a goers may bring their favorite Hot Wheel or Matchbox Car. If you need a larger room for your birthday party…rent the treasure box and creating a beaded treasure. Iris A and B rooms or the Lounge for an additional $25 per Safari Party ...... $190 hour. The Iris Rooms have kitchen facilities, banquet tables Hawaiian Luau Party $190 If you like animals, this party is for you. Come aboard this Aloha! Party-goers will feel as if they are in a tropical paradise & chairs and set up and take-down services. The Lounge safari that is filled with crafts and games. Each guest will be as they make their own lei, grass skirt, and Hawaiian jewelry offers a couch, big screen TV, pool and foosball tables, able to create two animal crafts. A wild round of animal as we listen to fun luau music. Make sure you stretch before kitchen facilities, and also set up and take-down services. It you come, because we will also be having a limbo contest! charades will keep all the party-goers laughing and having a is recommended to upgrade with parties of 20 or more. great time! Fall 2010 Programs & Events 17

Preschool

Choose from 3 Payment Plans Non-Refundable Plan 1 Plan 2 Plan 3 Deposit (1 payment) (2 payments) (5 EFT payments) Tiny Tikes $50 $915/$1029 $462/$519 $188/$211 Preschool $50 $1,035/$1,135 $522/$572 $212/$232 ItascaPParark District Jr. Kindergarten $50 $1,210/$1,335 $610/$672 $247/$272 Plan 1: One Full Payment due Aug 9 Plan 2: Two equal payments due Aug 9 and Dec 13 2010-2011 Preschool Plan 3: Electronic Fund Transfer from your account - initial payment in Aug and four equal electronic withdrawals on the 10th or next business day of Oct, Dec, Feb and Apr. Our Preschool program offers your child an introduction to structured learning and socialization using educational games, art, music, and stories along with unstructured play in a theme-based curriculum. The class emphasis is on color, 2010-2011 Tiny Tikes shape, and number recognition along with cooperation and social skills. This transitional class is designed for children ages 24-36 months who will be attending Teachers: I Debbie Maginity I Jodi Wrend class for the first time. Students will participate in circle time activities, stories, creative I Maureen Kuhn I Sue Ludwisiak art, free play, gym time, snack, and more! Payment plans are available. A $50 non- refundable deposit will be required for enrollment in all Tiny Tikes classes. Preschool Class Proof of residency and a copy of student’s birth certificate will be required at time of 3 years by Sept. 1, 2010 and toilet-trained Age: registration. Registration will be accepted during regular business hours. No mail in CODE DAY DATE TIME registration will be accepted. (CC) 3910-0 T/TH Sep 7-May 19 9-11:30am 24-36 months 3911-0 T/TH Sep 7-May 19 9-11:30am AGE: CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Junior Kindergarten 3920-0 M/W Sep 8-May 18 9-11am $915/$1029 Friday Option Our Junior Kindergarten program provides excellent groundwork for CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Kindergarten and future learning. Using a theme-based curriculum, the class 3923-0 Fri Sep 10-May 20 9-11am $485/$544* emphasizes alphabet recognition, phonics, and numbers. These skills are * Paid in full or in two equal payments of $242.50/$272 acquired through a variety of games, art, music, stories, science and cooking LOCATION: Kaleidoscope Room MIN/MAX: 7/18 activities, along with daily small group work. Teachers: I Debbie Maginity I Jodi Wrend I Maureen Kuhn Junior Kindergarten Age: 4 years by Sept. 1, 2010 and toilet-trained CODE DAY DATE TIME FULL M/W/F Sep 8-May 20 8:45-11:45am 3913-0 M/W/F Sep 8-May 20 12:15-3:15pm

A $50 non-refundable deposit will be required for enrollment in Preschool programs. Proof of residency will be required for both returning and new students, i.e. Driver’s License or utility bill. New students will be required to provide a copy of their birth certificate to register for class and a school physical by October 15. Registration will be accepted during regular business hours. Mail-in registration will not be accepted. (CC)

Preschool Coordinator

Debbie Maginity Itasca Park District 18 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Kiddie Korner

Parent-Tot Super Sports Tot Rock This program gives you and your child an opportunity to bond and have fun together Wiggle and giggle to the Tot Rock beat! You and your tot will delight in this one-of-a- while learning a variety of sports. This class is great for simple motor skills such as; kind musical adventure! We will play with rhythm instruments like tambourines and catching, throwing, batting, shooting, passing, and anything that involves hand-eye maracas, share props like balls and beanbags, and explore sensory items such as coordination. Parents participate with the child as we play soccer, basketball, hockey, bubbles and feathers. In addition to improving your tots newly-acquired motor skills, we t-ball, and other sports. Equipment is provided (MW) provide structured and unstructured time to encourage socialization. Sign up for both CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE sessions as the curriculum does not repeat. Tots must be walking. (SR) 6247-0 2-3 yrs Thu Sep 9-Oct 21 5:45-6:30pm $60/$65 AGE: Walkers-24 months with parent (new age!) LOCATION: Itasca Recreation Center MIN/MAX: 6/14 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6312-1 Mon Sep 13-Oct 25 9:15-9:55am $57/$67 Kindermusik Sign & Sing 6312-2 Mon Nov 1-Dec 13 9:15-9:55am $57/$67 In this class, you’ll have the tools to learn more than 50 American Sign Language signs. *No class 10/11 and 11/22 Through songs and play, he’ll learn the signs for “mommy,” “eat,” and you’ll know if Thorndale Recreation Center, 22W130 Thorndale Ave, Medinah he wants “more” juice and when he is “all done”. This research-driven program speeds LOCATION: language development in hearing children, eases frustration, and enhances long-term INSTRUCTOR: Rock-It Staff MIN/MAX: 1/3 learning abilities all while having fun! (AB) DEADLINE: Mon Sep 6, Mon Oct 25 AGE: 6 months - 3 years CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Kid Rock I & II 6394-1 Tue Sep 7-Nov9 10-11am $65/$70 Sing, dance, jump and play, having fun the Kid Rock way! Join this popular music and INSTRUCTOR: Kindermusik Staff MIN/MAX: 5/10 movement program and sing songs, dance to the beat, play with rhythm instruments Optional Take Home Kit: $57 and props, improve fine and gross motor skills, and engage in imaginative play. Kid Rock also helps with listening skills and socialization. Kid Rock I is for parent and child inter - Kindermusik Family Time action; Kid Rock II encourages independence as parents only stay for the first and last In a multi-age, multi-child class, you’ll see in one semester how music helps your family weeks. Sign up for both sessions as the curriculum does not repeat. Don’t miss this laugh together, share, take turns, and how musical learning can create family bonding. unique opportunity for fun and learning! (SR) See how your little one watches the older child and learns from him or her. Early exposure to rhythm and rhyme helps to develop the skills they need now and later in Kid Rock I school. (AB) AGE : 20-36 months with parent AGE: For families with children ages newborn and up CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6436-1 Mon Sep 13-Oct 25 10-10:40am $57/$67 6394-2 Thu Sep 9-Nov 11 7-8pm $65/$70 6436-2 Mon Nov 1-Dec 13 10-10:40am $57/$67 INSTRUCTOR: Kindermusik Staff MIN/MAX: 5/10 *No class 10/11, 11/22 Optional Take Home Kit: $60 Kid Rock II AGE: 2.5-4.5 years without parent CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6437-1 Mon Sep 13-Oct 25 10:45-11:25am $57/$67 6437-2 Mon Nov 1-Dec 13 10:45-11:25am $57/$67 *No Class 10/11, 11/22 LOCATION: Thorndale Rec Center, 22W130 Thorndale Ave, Medinah INSTRUCTOR: Rock-It Staff DEADLINE: Mon Sep 6, Mon Oct 25 MIN/MAX: 1/3 per district

Under the Sea Come along and join us as we explore the many wonders of the sea. We will learn about the creatures found in the big blue sea through stories, crafts, songs and more. (AB) AGE: 3-6yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6324-0 Fri Oct 29-Dec 10 10:30-11:15am $35/$40 *No class on Nov 26. INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 6/12 LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Iris A DEADLINE: Fri Oct 22 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 19

Kiddie Korner

Turkey Talk Magical Fairy Tales Spend an evening playing turkey games, making turkey crafts and eating turkey Join us on a magic carpet ride, or a trip to a magic castle. Each week we’ll get lost in snacks! Parents are welcome to stay but are not required to. A snack and juice will be a great adventure as we explore the fascinating world of books. A themed craft will provided. (AB) also be included in each week of class. (AB) AGE: 5 & up AGE: 3-7yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6445-0 Fri Sep 10-Oct 15 10:30-11:15am $30/$35 6451-0 Mon Nov 15 6-8pm $15/$20 INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 5/10 INSTRUCTOR: Miss Denise MIN/MAX : 23/25 LOCATION: Iris A LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Preschool Room DEADLINE: Fri Sep 3

Jr. Pajama Party Holiday Drop & Shop Calling all kids! Get into your pajamas and join the park district for an evening full of Have some last-minute Christmas shopping to take care of? Drop off your kids for a excitement. We will be making a craft, playing games, eating a snack and then settling fun afternoon that will start with lunch, a visit from Santa, Christmas crafts, a candy down to a favorite video. Each party, a new theme is offered. Please bring a sleeping cane hunt, games, and end with a holiday movie. Recreation leaders will run games bag or blanket. (SR) and help with crafts. (AB) AGE: 3-7yrs AGE: 3 years & up CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE THEME CODE DAY DATE TIME 6424-1 Fri Sep 10 6-8pm $12/$17 Sponge Bob 6613-1 Sat Dec 11 11am-4pm 6424-2 Fri Oct 1 6-8pm $12/$17 Dora/Diego 6613-2 Sat Dec 18 11am-4pm 6424-3 Fri Nov 5 6-8pm $12/$17 Dragon Tails $25 first child/$15 add’l sibling FEE: 6424-4 Fri Dec 3 6-8pm $12/$17 Scooby Doo DEADLINE: Dec 6 MIN/MAX: 10/25 INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 12/25 LOCATION: Iris A & B DEADLINE: 3 days prior to each party Reindeer Rock Are you ready for a fun winter evening of reindeer games, crafts and snacks? We will also be making presents for parents, so don’t miss out. Snack and juice will be Munchkin Artists In this class you will join your toddler as they are introduced to the world of art while provided. (SR) developing fine motor skills through the use of scissors, glue, markers and other craft- AGE: 3-7yrs related materials. Parents are required to stay. (AB) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE AGE: 2-4yrs 6452-0 Mon Dec 13 6-8pm $15/$20 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE INSTRUCTOR: Denise MIN/MAX: 23/25 6429-0 Fri Oct 29-Dec 10 9:30-10:15am $35/$40 LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Preschool Room INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 6/12 LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Iris A DEADLINE: Fri Oct 22 Christmas Kids Your child will have a blast in this fast-paced hour long class. We will meet once a week Messy Fingers for three weeks to get them in the holiday mood. Children will learn all the traditional Does your child love getting their fingers messy? Then we have the class for them! This class holiday songs and receive a song book to take home! Crafts, games and a fun holiday offers activities combined with tactile experiences that will improve fine motor skills and story will end each exciting class. We will also wrap a special homemade gift to put prepare your toddler for writing. Come and join us for painting, gluing, stamping, smooshing, under the tree for a special person. Parents must accompany children. (AB) and lots of fun. Please dress for a mess! Parents must accompany children. (AB) AGE: 2-4yrs AGE: 2-4 yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6314-0 Wed Dec 3-17 1-2pm $15/$20 6319-0 Fri Sep 10-Oct 15 9:30-10:15am $45/$50 INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 23/25 INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 5/12 LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Iris A LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Iris A DEADLINE: Fri Nov 13 DEADLINE: Fri Sep 3 Itasca Park District 20 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Kids Korner

Authors in the Kitchen Halloween Hoorah In this class, your child will enjoy hands on-learning through story time and cooking in Join us for an evening of Halloween crafts, stories and activities. This is a great way to the kitchen. Children will make a snack or dessert then gather together and read a story get in the mood for Halloween! Parents are welcome to stay but are not required. related to what was made. Their taste buds leave happy! (AB) No Class Nov 24 Snack and juice will be provided. (AB) AGE: 3-7yrs AGE: 3-6 yrs CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6489-0 Mon Oct 25 6-8pm $18/$23 6441-1 Wed Sep 8-Oct 27 6-7pm $35/$40 INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 18/25 6441-2 Wed Nov 3-Dec 15 6-7pm $35/$40 LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Iris A INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Denise MIN/MAX: 6/12 LOCATION: Itasca Rec Center - Preschool Room Magic Class DEADLINE: 1 week prior to class Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn exciting new tricks from Gary Kantor! Kids will be able to wow family and friends with tricks involving cards, Gingerbread House Decorating coins, mind-reading and more. Fee includes class, materials and a magic kit to take What better way to start the holiday season than decorating your very own gingerbread home. Children are grouped by age and always learn new tricks that are age-appro - priate. (SR) house? Come construct a pre-baked gingerbread house at the Itasca Park District. We will enjoy juice and cookies while we listen to Christmas Carols and decorate! One AGE: 5-12 yr gingerbread house will provided per registered participant, but families are welcome to CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6498-1 Fri Oct 1 6:45-7:40pm $19/$24 work together. (AB) 6498-2 Wed Dec 8 6:45-7:40pm $19/$24 AGE: Under 9 with parent INSTRUCTOR: Magic Team of Gary Kantor MIN/MAX: 5/15 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION: The Lounge 6637-0 Sat Dec 11 10am-12pm $20 DEADLINE: One week prior to class DEADLINE: Sat Dec 4 LOCATION: Iris Rooms MIN/MAX: 4/20 Open Gym Madness Itasca 3rd-5th graders come and enjoy a night full of fun at the Itasca Park District! Youth Anti-Bullying and Safety Course ‘Tweens will have a blast in the gymnasium as half of the gym will be reserved for Most youth martial arts programs will teach your child how to defend themselves as exciting games such as dodgeball, lightning and Twister and the other half will be small they did 1000+ years ago. Times have changed! You don’t give your child an old circus games where you can win prizes! Pizza, soda and candy will be sold. What a fun fashioned typewriter when trying to teach them computer skills, right? Then why way to blow off some energy! A signed parent permission slip required to enter. (SR) would one want their children to learn out of date self-defense strategies? This class AGE: Grades 3-5 will give them the skills to defend themselves against bullies, help any of their class - CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE mates who are getting bullied, and focus on non-physical and physical means of 6217-0 Fri Nov 12 6:30-8:30pm $5 defusing an altercation. (MW) INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Sue LOCATION: Gymnasium CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6468-0 4-12 Wed Sep 22-Oct 13 6-6:45pm $39/$49 Team Building Challenge Course LOCATION: Elite Defense Systems, 215B E. Lake St, Bloomingdale Through fun and thought-provoking situations, groups will discover they can accomplish more together than they can by themselves. Trained facilitators will lead the group in Lego Leaguers challenges such as: Whale Watch, Zig Zag, Island Crossing, Spider Web, Australian Do you enjoy building towers and castles with Legos? If so, this is the club for you! Trolley, Trust Fall, Bullz Eye, All Aboard and The Planks. Teens will learn the value of Each week, kids will be challenged to build an exciting structure or creature out of goal setting, effective communication, and the ability to problem solve and take risks! Legos. What a great way for kids to use their imagination and creativity. (SR) This group may begin the course as individuals but will leave as a united team after taking part in this exciting experience! All equipment included but please wear tennis AGE: Grades 3-5 shoes and clothes you do not mind getting dirty. Please bring a sack lunch. (SR) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE AGE: Grades 4+ 6427-0 Mon Oct 4-Oct 25 6-7:15pm $35/$40 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION: Lounge MIN/MAX: 8/16 6258-0 Sat Sep 25 9:30am-1:30pm $35/$40 DEADLINE : Mon Sep 27 INSTRUCTOR: Mt. Prospect Challenge Course Staff LOCATION: Mt. Prospect Park District’s Hill Street MIN/MAX: 7/14 DEADLINE: Mon Sep 20 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 21

Sports Galore

Youth Beginner Fencing Dodgeball Enjoy Sword play! Fencing class offers students the basic understanding of attack and Come enjoy the exciting game of Dodgeball with All Star Sports Instruction. You will defense of fencing. Students will learn basic moves and strategies that create a solid learn the rules and strategies of the game to help you beat your friends and family. foundation for developing their fencing game. Each class will have conditioning, drilling Soon you will be able to dip, duck, dive and dodge to the best of your ability. (MW) and bouting (actual fencing). All equipment provided. This program is designed for all AGE: 4th-6th grades fitness levels. (MW) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6269-0 Thu Sep 9-Oct 21 4:45-5:45pm $60/$65 6275-1 8-13 Sat Sep 18-Oct 23 9-10am $49/$59 LOCATION: Itasca Recreation Center 6275-2 8-13 Sat Sep 18-Oct 23 9:30-11am $55/$65 6275-3 8-13 Sat Oct 30-Dec 11 9-10am $49/$59 6275-4 8-13 Sat Oct 30-Dec 11 9:30-11am $55/$65 *No class on November 27 LOCATION: Bloomingdale Park District, 172 Circle Ave., Bloomingdale INSTRUCTOR: Tracy Lapshin MIN/MAX: 6/20

Arena Flag Football Come indoors and enjoy the football season without getting too cold. This class is designed to teach and enhance the skills of our future stars. Proper techniques on passing, receiving, blocking, and kicking will be covered. Breakdown of offensive and defensive strategies will also be covered. Teamwork and positive play are highly stressed, but our main objective is to have fun. Equipment needed: knee pads and elbow pads (MW) AGE: 1st-2nd grade CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6228-0 Thu Sep 9-Oct 21 6:30-7:30pm $60/$65 LOCATION: Itasca Recreation Center Itasca Park District 22 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Sports Galore

Important Dates for ALL LEAGUES: I Registration Deadline (NO EXCEPTIONS) Oct 3rd I Participant Open Gym Oct 16th I All Coaches Meeting/NYSCA TRAINING week of Oct 18th I Coaches Draft week of Oct 25th I Practices Start (Days & Times TBA) Week of Nov 1st I League Games Start (Schedules TBA) Weekend of Dec 4th I Picture Day (SEE COACH FOR TIMES)TBA (Nov) WWWIIIBBBAAA * Exact dates are to follow; Please look for flyers throughout schools for exact dates *

Important Registration Info: I Uniforms are INCLUDED in the registration fees! I Looking for both Head & Assistant Coaches – if interested, please indicate on registration form. I Games will be held on weekends unless there are make-up games. Coaches will contact players for all dates. WIBA Travel Team I You are responsible for transporting your child to and from each game and practice. There are boys’ travel teams for 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. These teams will be separate from participating in the WIBA In-House League. Tryouts are on Wednesday I All leagues are drafted by coaches. No player requests. September 22nd and/or Saturday September 25th. For information and fees, please More Information to Come After Oct 25th: call 630-773-2257 or fill out a Travel WIBA registration form at the front desk. (MW) I What team your child is on & his/her coach Travel League: $300 R/$325NR I What day and time practices will be on 5th-8th grade boys I Game schedule(s) WIBA Girls’ Basketball WIBA In-House Basketball Inter-Village League Registration Deadline: Sunday October 3rd The Itasca and Wood Dale Park Districts are cooperatively offering a youth basketball There is an additional $20 service charge for late registrations. league specifically for girls currently enrolled in 3rd-8th grades. This league was created The Itasca and Wood Dale Park Districts are cooperatively offering a youth basketball league to provide a healthy basketball environment with the objective of developing basic specifically for children currently enrolled in 1st-8th grades. This league was created to basketball skills while providing the opportunity for all players to participate equally in provide a healthy basketball environment, with the objective of developing basic basketball a team atmosphere. This in-house recreational girl’s basketball league will consist of the skills while providing the opportunity for all players to participate equally in a team atmos - following towns, Addison, Bloomingdale, Glendale Heights, Itasca, Medinah and Wood phere. Further, it is the goal of the league to promote an atmosphere of fun, teamwork, and Dale Park Districts. Furthermore, it is the goal of the league to promote an atmosphere good sportsmanship as the players learn basic skills and improve on existing skills. (MW) of fun, teamwork, and good sportsmanship as the players learn basic skills and improve In-House League Fees: 1 child $140 2 children $225 ($112.50 each child) on existing ones. (MW) 3 children $300 ($100 each child) In-House League Fees: 1 Child $100 2 Children $180 ($90 each child) 4 children $365 ($91.25 each child) 3 Children $ 240 ($80 each child) 2010-11 League offering: In-House - New separate 4 Children $280 ($70 each child) Boys & Girls divisions beginning in 3rd Grade. 2010-11 League offering: In-House Girls’ League CODE DIVISION CODE DIVISION 6283-0 1st & 2nd grade - Co Ed 6287-0 3rd & 4th grade 6284-0 3rd & 4th grade - Boys 6288-0 5th & 6th grade 6285-0 5th & 6th grade - Boys 6294-0 7th & 8th grade 6286-0 7th & 8th grade - Boys Fall 2010 Programs & Events 23

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Little Hoops Basketball Not quite old enough for WIBA? This instructional program is for you! Participants will learn fundamental skills, basic techniques and improvement of motor skills required for the game of basketball. Players will use junior sized balls and 7-foot hoops to build confidence. Games will take place on Saturday mornings at the Itasca Park District, Medinah Park District or Wood Dale Park District. Participants will be informed of team placement at the first practice. T-shirts will be provided. Please indicate on your regis - tration form if you are interested being a volunteer coach. (MW) No practices or games on Halloween and Thanksgiving weekend. AGE: 4-6yrs CODE DIVISION DAY DATE TIME FEE 6257-1 4-6 yrs Fri Oct 22-Dec 17 5:15-6pm $55/$60 6257-2 4-6 yrs Fri Oct 22-Dec 17 6-6:45pm $55/$60 LOCATION: Itasca Recreation Center - Gym MIN/MAX: 9/36 Kid’s DEADLINE: Mon Oct 18th

Little Sluggers Fall T-Ball Kar ate Younger kids will love this introduction to one of the most popular sports around! Participants will learn the basic skills of baseball such as: throwing, catching, base running, hitting, and fielding, all in a non-competitive environment. After three weeks of instruction, Club teams will be formed. Games will take place on Saturday mornings. Innings will consist of all players batting and no score will be kept. If you are interested in coaching or assisting, please indicate so on your registration form. Team t-shirt and hat will be provided. (MW) Kid's Karate Club and Safety Time This exciting program is designed specifically to teach children martial arts, public safety, AGE: 4-6yrs awareness, and respect. It also builds self-esteem and confidence with a strong emphasis CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE on family involvement. If you would like to attend class with your child, sign up for the 6263-0 Thu Sep 2-Oct 16 5:30-6:30pm $55/$60 Parent Helper Program. We will have you kicking and punching shields, helping to LOCATION: Washington Park MIN/MAX: 10/40 organize the children in line, etc., while learning the martial arts yourself. You are not DEADLINE: Sun Aug 22 required to come to every class. The Parent Helper Program is available to all parents with children in the Kid's Karate Club. Students and parent helpers must purchase a uniform. Uniforms can be purchased from the instructor for $35/student, and $40/parent helpers. Tournaments and belt testing are optional and are not included in the registration fee. Yellow belts and up will need to purchase additional protective equipment. (MW) Important Summer Session Dates: Safety Night September 29 Parent Night November 3 Last Class & Testing & Promotions November 17

Parent Helper Program Learn with your child, bond together and unite as a family while helping other students. We will have you hold kicking & punching shields, help organize the children in line, etc. while learning the Martial Arts yourself. You are not required to come to every class. The parent helper program is available to all parents with children in the Kids’s Karate Club. There is no fee to take karate, but we do ask that all parent helpers purchase a uniform ($35). AGE: 4-12 yrs CODE LEVEL DAY DATE TIME FEE 6491-1 Beginner Wed Sep 8-Nov 17 5:45-6:30pm $55/$65 6491-2 Advanced Wed Sep 8-Nov 17 6:30-7:15pm $55/$65 LOCATION: Iris B INSTRUCTOR: Frank Lena & Staff MIN/MAX: 15/40 Itasca Park District 24 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Dance

Leaps & Turns Learn the techniques used to perfect the turns, leaps, and jumps seen in Jazz and Ballet. This class will build balance, coordination, flexibility, and muscle memory. This class is great DANCE as a supplement to any other class. Students will also be exposed to ballet vocabulary. Mom & Me Ballet This class provides mother/daughter bonding time in the dance studio! Students will learn the basics of ballet while getting to dance with their Moms. This is a great class if Children’s Dance the child is uncertain about attending class alone. Young students will enjoy this introductory class as half the time will be devoted to ballet and the other half to tap dance. Students need tap shoes, ballet shoes, leotard, and tights.

Pre-Ballet This is an introduction to the format of a ballet class. Learn fundamentals of ballet in a fun atmosphere. Games and songs are used during class time as an outlet for self expression and putting movement to music. Students will need ballet shoes, leotard, and tights.

Ballet For the dancer that wants to concentrate on ballet. The art form and technique will be the primary focus of these classes. Students will need ballet shoes, leotard, and tights. Please no baggy clothing.

Tap/Jazz Classes For the dancer that wants to dance with more freedom than ballet and learn the basics of jazz technique and tap fundamentals. Half the class will be devoted to jazz and the other half to tap. Students will need jazz shoes, tap shoes and comfortable dance attire.

Hip Hop Students will learn the latest new dance moves. This dance style allows the body to move freely and funky. Students will need comfortable clothing and either jazz shoes or danceable gym shoes.

Int. Jazz/Hip Hop This class is meant for the dancer who has completed jazz and hip hop classes and is willing and able to attempt handstands and poses that require upper body strength.

Choreograph With Me This class is for kids who want to learn to create their own dances and learn to properly count music in various styles. It will incorporate tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical and ballet. Notebook and pen required for each class.

Storytime Ballet Each week, children will read and learn different ballet stories, make a craft and of course dance, leap, skip and more! Fall 2010 Programs & Events 25

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DATES: September 13-December 11 • No Classes Week of November 22nd INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Heather Tomaino (HT) & Ms. Darla Manzie (DM) *Sign up for more than one class and receive a 15% discount on every 2nd class!*

CODE MONDAY AGE TIME FEE MIN/MAX TEACHER

6818-1 Children’s Dance 3-5yrs 10:30-11:15a $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6848-0 ^Storytime Ballet 2-5yrs 11:15a-12p $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6843-0 ^*Leaps & Turns 8yrs+ 3-3:45p $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6816-0 Pre-Ballet 5-6yrs 3:45-4:30p $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6810-0 Beg. Ballet 6-8yrs 4:45-5:30p $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6807-0 Ballet I 7-9yrs 5:30-6:15p $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6808-0 Ballet II 8-12yrs 6:15-7p $125/133 4/12 (HT)

CODE TUESDAY AGE TIME FEE MIN/MAX TEACHER

6802-0 Beg. Tap/Jazz 5-6yrs 3:45-4:45p $130/138 4/12 (DM) 6822-1 Hip Hop I Gr. 2-5 5-5:45p $125/133 4/15 (DM) 6823-0 Hip Hop II Gr. 6-8 5:45-6:30p $125/133 4/12 (DM)

CODE WEDNESDAY AGE TIME FEE MIN/MAX TEACHER

6818-2 Children’s Dance 3-4yrs 10:15-11a $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6844-0 ^*Mom & Me Ballet 3-6yrs w/parent 11-11:45a $125/133 4/12 (HT) 6817-1 Children’s Dance 4-5yrs 3:45-4:30p $125/133 4/12 (DM) 6809-0 Tap/Jazz II 7-10yrs 4:30-5:30p $130/138 4/12 (DM) 6849-0 *Choreograph With Me 10yrs+ 5:30-6:15p $125/133 4/12 (DM) 6886-0 *Tap/Ballet 7-10yrs 6:15-7p $125/133 4/12 (DM)

CODE THURSDAY AGE TIME FEE MIN/MAX TEACHER

6891-0 Int. Jazz/Hip Hop 11yrs+ 3:45-4:45p $130/138 4/12 (DM) 6855-0 Intro.Modern/Lyrical 10yrs+ 4:45-5:30p $125/133 4/16 (DM) 6869-0 Tap/Jazz III 10yrs+ 5:30-6:30p $130/138 4/12 (DM)

CODE SATURDAY AGE TIME FEE MIN/MAX TEACHER

6818-3 Children’s Dance 3-4yrs 9:45-10:30a $125/133 4/12 (DM) 6817-2 Children’s Dance 4-5yrs 10:30-11:15a $125/133 4/12 (DM) 6892-0 Intro to Hip Hop 5-6yrs 11:15a-12p $125/133 4/12 (DM) 6822-2 Hip Hop I Gr. 2-5 12-12:45p $125/133 4/12 (DM)

I ^ Denotes Non-Recital Class * Denotes New Class Offering Itasca Park District 26 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Gymnastics GyItamsca nastics Center New class structure…. Same Fun!!

Tiny Toes Gym Drop-in Recreational Gymnastics 2-3 yrs w/Adult 5 & Under w/Adult K-8th Grades Boys and girls will love this interactive class as they Purchase a $25, 5 visit drop-in card at the front desk and We will be implementing the USA-Gymnastics mobility explore creative movement through music and join your friends for an hour of non-stop action. The big program by using their level system. This system is organized gymnastics activities. Each class features red curtain is open, the equipment set up and the entire used throughout the USA to teach gymnastics to all skill basics in dance, gymnastics and creative movement. gym is available to explore. Run, jump and shout your levels. Each level of skills builds upon the level prior. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. way to a roaring good time. All children must be accom - All children start in the Beginner level and progress Adult participation ensures that each child stays focused panied by an adult caregiver. 1 punch per child per visit when skills and routines are mastered. After your child in this fun-filled class. is required. Drop-in begins October 4, 2010 and ends masters the Advanced Beginner level she will enter the May 16, 2011. All punch cards expire on 5/16/11. competitive program, this is a yearly commitment, or you may choose to remain in the Recreational Program Preschool Gymnastics by moving to the Intermediate level. 3-6 yrs Boys Gymnastics More gymnastics than ever before, with equipment geared This exciting “boys only” class will be filled with Fun and Competitive Program I towards the pre-school child. A strong focus is placed on Fitness!! Join us as we learn to run, jump, and flip!! Beginner One the development of basic motor and locomotive skills. All I Beginner Two children must be toilet trained, no pull ups please. I Advanced Beginner I Level 2-3 (Competitive Level) I Competitive Team Recreational Program I Beginner One I Beginner Two I Advanced Beginner I Intermediate ( Non-competitive level) I Advanced

The Competitive Gymnastics Program Our girls gymnastics team is in it’s 27th year. We participate in USAG; levels 4-10 and also the IPDGC (Illinois Park District Gymnastics Conference). We compete in local meets as well as out of state; our girls consistently qualify to the State and Regional meets. Participation on this team is by invitation only. Please call to set up an appointment for evaluation; we are always looking for new faces to join our team. Fall 2010 Programs & Events 27

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Itasca Gymnastics Center Fall Schedule (KE) Session #1 Sep 13- Nov 5 Session #2 Nov 15-Jan 21 (no class 11/26, 11/27 m/u 1/28, 1/29) Winter Break 12/20-12/31 (KE)

Class AGE DAY M/M TIME FEE SESSION 1 SESSION 2

Gym Drop-in 0-5y M Open 10:30-11:30am Buy a $25 punch card at the front desk.

Tiny Toes 2-3y T 4/10 9:15-9:45am $45/$50 6702-1 2702-1 F 4/10 10:45-11:15am $45/$50 6702-2 2702-2 Preschool Gymnastics 3-6y M 4/8 5-5:45pm $55/$60 6706-1 2706-1 **These classes are for 3-6y M 4/8 5:45-6:15pm $55/$60 6706-2 2706-2 Boys and Girls*** 3-6y T 4/8 10-10:45am $55/$60 6705-1 2705-1 3-6y T 4/8 10:45-11:30am $55/$60 6705-2 2705-2 3-6y H 4/8 9:15-10am $55/$60 6707-1 2707-1 3-6y H 4/8 10:15-11am $55/$60 6707-2 2707-2 3-6y H 4/8 12:30-1:15pm $55/$60 6707-3 2707-3 3-6y H 4/8 1:15-2pm $55/$60 6707-4 2707-4 3-6y F 4/8 9:15-10am $55/$60 6708-1 2708-1 3-6y F 4/8 10-10:45am $55/$60 6708-2 2708-2 Recreational Program

Beginner One K-8th M 6/12 4-5pm $65/$70 6715-1 2715-1 K-8th M 6/12 4:30-5:30pm $65/$70 6715-2 2715-2 K-8th W 6/12 4:30-5:30pm $65/$70 6715-3 2715-3 K-8th W 6/12 6:30-7:30pm $65/$70 6715-4 6715-4 Beginner Two K-8th M 6/12 5:30-6:30pm $65/$70 6716-1 2716-1 K-8th M 6/12 7:30-8:30pm $65/$70 6716-2 2716-2 K-8th W 6/12 5:30-6:30pm $65/$70 6716-3 2716-3 Advanced Beginner K-8th M 6/12 6:30-7:30pm $65/$70 6717-1 2717-1 K-8th W 6/12 7:30-8:30pm $65/$70 6717-2 2717-2 Boys Gymnastics K-2nd M 6/12 6:30-7:30pm $70/$75 6720-0 2720-0 3rd-8th M 6/12 7:30-8:30pm $70/$75 6721-0 2721-0

Competitive Program Registration for these programs is by invitation only Level 2-3 Gymnastics T/H Open TBA Monthly 4918-0 Level 4 Gymnastics T/H Open 5-8pm Monthly 4912-0 Level 5 Gymnastics T/H/F Open 4-8pm Monthly 4915-0 Levels 6-9 Gymnastics T/H/F Open 4-8pm Monthly 4916-0 A TBA HS Gymnastics T/H/F Open 4-8pm Monthly 4917-0 A TBA Itasca Park District 28 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

‘Tween/Teen Scene

Teen Fall Bonfire Teens, grab your friends for a night of fun at the Springbrook Nature E! Center! There will be a large bonfire with hot dogs, s’mores, games FRE and music. What a fun way to kick-off the beginning of the school year! You won’t want to miss out. (SR) AGE: Grades 6-8 DAY DATE TIME FEE Fri Sep 17 7:30-9:30pm FREE LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center

Hallo ‘Tween’ Dance Come dressed in your scariest costume and enjoy dancing the night away while spooking your friends! The DJ will play thriller music that will rock your socks off! Be sure to wear 4 your costume as there will be a costume contest. Concessions will be sold. (SR/AB) Sep 2 AGE: Grades 3-5 ec 10 DAY DATE TIME FEE D Fri Oct 29 6:30-8:30pm $5 LOCATION: Iris A & B Itasca 3rd, 4th and 5th graders, come and enjoy a dance with your friends at the Itasca Park District. Our DJ will be playing the latest hits for you to rock your socks off! Have fun hanging out with friends, participating in hula hoop contests and showing off your slick dance moves. Music, dancing and friends; what more could a ‘Tween want? A parent permission slip is required to enter. Concessions will be sold at each dance. (SR) AGE: Grades 3-5 DATES: Sep 24 and Dec 10 DAY TIME FEE Fri 6:30-8:30pm $5 LOCATION: Iris A & B

‘Tween Cage Dance The FREE ‘Tween Cage Dance is back again for its fourth summer! Join friends as you have a blast dancing the night away with our rockin’ DJ. Concessions and soda will be sold so bring some cash. All kids attending the dance must bring a signed parent permission slip which can be picked up at the park district. If it rains, the dance will be moved indoors to the Itasca Park District. This event is sponsored by the Youth Commission of Itasca. (SR) AGE: Grades 3-6 DAY DATE TIME FEE Holiday ‘Tween Movie Nights Fri Aug 27 6-8pm FREE ‘Tweens, get ready for Christmas break as you watch classic holiday movies leading up LOCATION: Franzen Tennis Courts to Christmas. Fee includes movie, pizza, soda and some fun holiday games/crafts! All For more information about... you need to do is get a bunch of friends, show up and have a blast! Movie suggestions will be taken. (SR) teens, seniors, trips and Day Camp AGE: Grades 3-5 Please contact: CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE MOVIE 6482-1 Fri Dec 3 6:30-9:30pm $10/$15 TBA Susan Rioux (SR) Recreation Supervisor 6482-2 Fri Dec 10 6:30-9:30pm $10/$15 TBA E-mail: [email protected] 6482-3 Fri Dec 17 6:30-9:30pm $10/$15 TBA Phone: 773-2257 , ext. 114 LOCATION: The Lounge MIN/MAX: 5/25 DEADLINE: One week prior to event Fall 2010 Programs & Events 29

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‘Tween/Teen Food Sampling The Slight Edge: Gaining an Enjoy an afternoon of food tasting at the Itasca Park District! All who enter will Advantage for Life get to try a variety of foods that teens love! If you like food, this is right up your What is the secret to success? Gear up for school and life by attending this alley! There will be approximately 10 stations for you to go around and sample awesome workshop for teens on personal development and making decisions to food. At the end of the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to choose your give you an advantage in life. Play games, munch on snacks, win prizes, and favorite and be placed in a drawing. Grab your friends and be ready to chow get the scoop on what they don’t teach you in school! Plus, each attendee will down! (SR) receive a free copy of the book, Success for Teens, by Jeff Olson. Don’t wait any AGE: Grades 3-8 longer. Get a jump start on success! Pizza and soda are included in fee. (SR) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE AGE: Grades 6-8 6447-0 Thu Sep 16 3-4pm $25/$30 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION: Iris A & B 6480-0 Thu Sep 9 3:30-5:30pm $5/$10 MIN/MAX: 10/50 INSTRUCTOR: Amplify Youth Development MIN/MAX: 5/25 DEADLINE: Mon Sep 6 DEADLINE: Tue Sep 7 LOCATION: Lounge Itasca Park District 30 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Adult Programming

Aiki-Jitsu Aiki-Jitsu is a self defense course which combines lessons in the arts of Aikido and Jiu Jitsu, both stemming from “the way of harmony”. Harmony is achieved when one is able to redirect the force of an assailant’s attack and place the assailant in a pinned or locked position. These include throws, arm bars, joint pins and chokes. This is an 8- week continuing course taught by instructors from American Tiger Karate Academy, certi - fied by the Aikido Association of America and the BJJ Association. Open to teens and adults only. This is a fun and interesting way to get a great workout. (MW) AGE: 13 yrs-Adult SESSION 1: Sep 8-Oct 30 CODE DAY TIME FEE 6247-1 Mon Only 8-9:30pm $130 6247-2 Wed Only 8-9pm $90 6247-3 Thu Only 8:30-10pm $130 6247-4 Sat Only 2:15-3pm $90 6247-5 M/W/Th/Sa $240 LOCATION: American Tiger Karate Academy 780 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village INSTRUCTOR: Sensei John Bieszk MAX: 15

Men’s Basketball League The league will play a round robin regular season, followed by a single elimination tourna - ment with the top four teams in each league qualifying. The league runs under IHSA rules, Adult Fencing with licensed officials. Schedules and standings will be available online. (MW) Sword play has arrived! Fencing class offers students the basic understanding of attack AGE: 18+ and defense of fencing. Students will learn moves and strategies that create a solid CODE DATE LEAGUE DAY TIME FEE foundation for developing their fencing game. Each class will have conditioning, drilling 6220-0 Sep 14 B League Tue 6:30-10:30pm $675 and bouting (actual fencing). All equipment provided. This program is designed for all LOCATION: Itasca Recreation Center-Gym MIN/MAX: 6 /11 fitness levels. (MW) CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE Volleyball League 6563-1 14-72 Sat Sep 18-Oct 23 9-10am $49/$59 Play in one of two leagues. Each league offers a different level of competition to meet 6563-2 14-72 Sat Sep 18-Oct 23 9:30-11am $55/$65 your team’s level of experience. All levels are competitive, but vary in the level of skill. 6563-3 14-72 Sat Oct 30-Dec 11 9-10am $49/$59 All games are officiated. The top four teams will qualify for a single elimination tourna - 6563-4 14-72 Sat Oct 30-Dec 11 9:30-11am $55/$65 ment. Schedules will be available online. (MW) *No class on November 27 AGE: 18+ LOCATION: Bloomingdale Park District, 172 Circle Ave., Bloomingdale CODE DATE LEAGUE DAY TIME FEE INSTRUCTOR: Tracy Lapshin MIN/MAX: 6/20 6231-0 Sep 13 AA Mon 6:30-10:30pm $400 6232-0 Sep 13 A Mon 6:30-10:30pm $400 Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do / LOCATION: Itasca Recreation Center-Gym MIN/MAX: 5/9 Adult Self-Defense Most adults don’t have years to dedicate to self-defense training. Against popular belief it is quick, very simple, and easy to learn. During this class we’ll teach you about the “range” of self-defense few martial arts masters know about, in addition to weapons defense and other secrets of the American martial arts icon Bruce Lee taught through his art of Jeet Kune Do. Learn from an organization which is only 1 of 12 Midwest Academies certified to teach it! Absolutely no experience needed. Participants will realize what an incredible workout this is! (MW) CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6573-0 12 & Up Wed Sep 22-Oct 13 7-8pm $39/$49 LOCATION: Elite Defense Systems, 215B E. Lake St, Bloomingdale Fall 2010 Programs & Events 31

Adult Programming

Winterizing your Garden Gardening and Horticulture We need to prepare our gardens for the winter months. Come check out this seminar Platt Hill Nursery in Bloomingdale brings you this exciting opportunity of gardening and and see how it can help your garden prosper in the spring. We will cover the reasons horticulture seminars to prepare for the fall season. The professional horticulturists at why we need to prepare our garden for the winter and how to winterize different types Platt Hill will provide you with innovative tips and tricks of the trade about the subject of plants so they come back in the springtime. titles below. These seminars provide a great opportunity to learn new skills or simply brush up on your understanding of gardening and landscaping. (SR) CODE DAY DATE TIME 6539-0 Sat Sep 18 9-10:30 am Location: Platt Hill Nursery 222 W. Lake Street, Bloomingdale, IL Fall Tree/Shrub Interest Instructor: Platt Hill Nursery Staff Fee: $10 (R)/$15 (NR) per class and Landscaping Design What types of trees and shrubs will give your landscape the creative design to make Age: 16 years and older any neighbor jealous? We will show you various types of trees and shrubs and how 6/20 Min/Max: to add color in your garden. Bring pictures of your own landscaping and we will offer suggestions for your own design. CODE DAY DATE TIME 6589-0 Sat Oct 16 9-10:30 am

Winter Greens Oh the smell of Christmas! We will make some lovely pots filled with fresh Christmas greens that will last through the winter. Have these ready to go for the Holiday season and impress your family and friends. *$20 supply fee will be required at the begin - ning of class. CODE DAY DATE TIME 6591-0 Sat Dec 4 9-10:30 am

Female Anti-Abduction and Self-Defense Seminar We’ll teach all female participants 7 easy and extremely effective self-defense tools they can use to escape from bigger and stronger opponents. Know what to do if someone grabs you from behind, tackles you, or assaults you with a weapon… all through 7 simple moves! Every female should know this information. Protect yourself and loved ones now! (MW) CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6572-0 12 & Up Sat Oct 2 12-2pm $19/$29 LOCATION: Elite Defense Systems, 215B E. Lake St, Bloomingdale

Itasca Historical Society Fall Trolley Tour The Streets Where We Live Itasca’s Geographical and Historical Setting Presented by Gerry Danzer Sunday Sept 12 1:30-4:30pm Sign up sheets will be at the Park District and Library two weeks prior to the tour. Adults and children are welcome. The trolley will leave from the Steeple Church. For more information contact Elaine Dolan at 630/773-1671. Itasca Park District 32 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

Senior Happenings

Itasca Senior Citizens Club Want to make some new friends and participate in a variety of exciting activities? The CRUISIN ’ Itasca Senior Club could be just what you are looking for. If you are a senior citizen and resident of the Itasca Park District, you are welcome to join this energetic and CONNOISSEURS passionate group. The club holds its meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Alta Villa in Addison at 10:30am. Club members are offered luncheons, dinners, CLUB trips and more. The club also offers bunco and pool every Monday from 1-4pm and darts from 1-4 every Wednesday, except days in which the monthly meeting is held. Interested in joining? Contact the Itasca Park District for more information. Let’s visit some new, fun and exciting restaurants! We do the driving; you do the dining at a variety of restaurants in the Chicagoland area. Here is your chance to taste a variety Lake Geneva Boat Tour of different foods. Fees do not include meal; bill is on your own expense. (SR) and Ice Cream Social The Grand Belle of Geneva glides along the shoreline viewing the fall colors and Glen Oak Restaurant – Glen Ellyn giving a historical narration as you enjoy a vanilla sundae with all the toppings Where your friends and neighbors meet to eat. This is a family restaurant that serves fresh, no-nonsense, wholesome food to guests in a friendly, efficient, and comfort - served to you by the staff. Lunch and shopping will be on your own before we set able setting. Glen Oak is a family-owned business that provides tasty and affordable sail. This is a cooperative trip with Wood Dale Park District. (SR) everyday alternatives to cooking at home. The menu is large and has a variety of AGE: 50yrs + platters to meet everyone’s individual taste buds! CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6648-0 Tue Oct 5 9:30am-6pm $31/$37 6662-0 Tue Sep 21 11am-2pm $5 LOCATION: Meet at the Itasca Recreation Center MIN/MAX: 8/10 Edelweiss Restaurant - Norridge DEADLINE: Wed Sep 8 Edelweiss German-American Restaurant is one of Chicago’s favorites. It has been a family-owned dining destination for over 30 years. The menu features an impressive The Child: array of traditional, well-crafted German specialties along with classics like the The Story of the First Christmas American steak, chicken and seafood dishes. The Edelweiss also carries some of the finest Bavarian beers in the world. The Edelweiss is proud of its reputation for delec - The Fireside Dinner Theatre in Fort Atkinson, WI is featuring the World Premier of table cuisine, superior service, and a charming, comfortable atmosphere. a Brand New Musical - The Child. Act One of our show is A Fireside Christmas - the CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE name that our patrons, young and old have come to know and love from 16 years 6671-0 Tue Oct 19 11am-2pm $5 of new and different Christmas revues. It’s all there again - the beautiful gowns, the colorful costumes, the breath-taking dances, and the exciting medleys of The White Eagle - Niles beloved Christmas songs in a fast-paced, jolly, delightful potpourri of holiday cheer. Why wait to be invited to a special occasion to enjoy the White Eagle’s famous In Act Two, The Child will be performed. Through a wonderful combination of polish cuisine? Join the Cruisers’ for a family style lunch which is pleasing to the intimate storytelling and acoustic music, you’ll experience the first Christmas. taste buds! You can’t go wrong with their polish sausage on kraut, mashed Written especially for The Fireside by the creative team behind “The Rock & The potatoes, and pierogies. Rabbi,” this new show allows us to see the birth of “The Child” through the eyes CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE of Joseph, Mary’s husband. A wonderful lunch is included in the fee. (SR) 6686-0 Tue Nov 16 11am-2pm $5 AGE: 18+ CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE Heng Wing Restaurant – Palatine You will have a tough time choosing which meal to select at this delicious Cantonese 4649-0 Sat Dec 18 8am-6pm $74 restaurant! There is everything from salads, sandwiches and stir-fry to seafood. LOCATION: Meet at the Itasca Rec Center Wine and dine here as the servers meet your every need. DEADLINE: Sat Dec 11 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6696-0 Tue Dec 21 11am-2pm $5 Fall 2010 Programs & Events 33

Kids Klub Kids Klub Ba bys itting Service

Have your child join the fun! Caring and qualified staff will watch over your children in a safe environment while you run errands keep personal appointments, or if you just need a break. All children must be between the ages of six weeks and six years old. All parents who may need to have their child’s diaper changed must fill out a separate waiver. (AB)

Fitness Member Kids Klub Card A Fitness Member Kids Klub Card can be purchased at the front desk during regular office hours. Having a Fitness Member Kids Klub Card allows parents to take full advantage of discounted babysitting. Each card will have 30 punches and each punch is worth one hour. This card may be purchased by a Full-Year Fitness Member only. FEE: $60

Hours Monday - Friday September 7 - May 9am-1pm June - August 9-11:30am Daily Drop-in You can choose to pay by the hour or purchase a one-day pass. Fees need to be paid at the front desk before your child is picked up.

HOURLY VISIT ONE DAY PASS (9am-1pm ) $4 per hour - 1 child $12 per day - 1 child $6.50 per hour - 2 children $20 per day - 2 children $9 per hour - 3 children $28 per day - 3 children

LOCATION : Kids Klub Room

Kids Klub Attendants will not accept cash payments or I.O.U.’s * Hours subject to change if attendance is consistently too low. N 34 ew Lock R er ooms i No w FIT Open Fitness ! Solution iFIT Membership Rates Fitness Assessments Rates subject to change • Prices do not include Aerobic/Aqua classes A great start for the exercise novist or the physically fit. This body composition *Initial Sign-up Fee: $20 ** Parents must be present upon registration analysis will help you streamline your aerobic and muscular conditioning by targeting your fitness level. Upon completion of a 1 yr. Full Membership Resident Nonresident few simple tests and measurements, * Individual 18-59 $194 $256 Free to new members! our trained professional will chart your * Individual Senior (60+) $ 82 $121 personal performance – including * Couple $334 $437 achievable guidelines for a healthier body, mind and spirit. * Couple (1 Sr. 60+) $231 $334 Re-assessment: $15 * Couple Senior (60+) $136 $200 High School 14-17 yrs.** $ 95 $125 i Teens ** 11-13 yrs $ 65 $ 75 FIT Hours: College $105 $120 Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday ° Corporate $220 — 5:30am-10pm* 5:30am-9pm 7am-5pm 7am-4pm * Effective Sept 7 6-month Full Membership Resident Nonresident * Individual 18-59 $122 $163 i Sept 3, Dec 25, Jan 1 * Individual Senior (60+) $ 64 $ 80 FIT Closing: * Couple $208 $278 i * Couple (1 Sr. 60+) $158 $207 FIT Holiday Hours: Sept 6: 7am-1pm * Couple Senior 60+ $110 $135 Nov 25: 7am-1pm High School 14-17 yrs** $ 63 $ 78 * Corporate $138 — Dec 24: 5am-1pm Dec 31: 5am-6pm Monthly Membership Resident Nonresident One-Month $ 35 $ 45 Three-Month $ 65 $ 85

Jogging Track Only Resident Nonresident Individual 18-59 $ 45 $ 70 Seniors (60+) $ 35 $ 55 Corporate $ 55 —

Daily Membership Resident Nonresident Individual 18-59 $ 7 $ 8 Seniors (60+) $ 4 $ 5 Automatic Monthly Payments Resident Nonresident Individual $18.50 $ 24 Couple $ 30 $ 39 Senior $ 9 $ 12.50 Senior Couple $ 14 $ 19.50 Corporate $ 21 35 iFIT Fitness Equipment :

I 9 Treadmills I 5 Ellipticals I 4 Total Body Ellipticals I 3 NuSteps I 2 Steppers I 2 Upright bikes I 2 Recumbent bikes I 1 Nordic Track I 1 Concept II rower I 14 Station Strength Equipment I 1 Gravitron I 3 Stretch trainers I 1 Olympic bench/bar & plates I 1 Flat, incline, decline benches I 1 plate loaded angled leg press I 1 3-way bench Free iFIT Orientations I 1 Preacher curl/EZ curl bar Have you been using the same equipment and doing the same routine over and over I 1 Versa climber again? Do you know how to use all of our fitness equipment and new machines to meet your goals? Take advantage of a FREE orientation with one of our personal I Dumbbells 1-100 lbs. trainers and learn about everything that our fitness center has to offer. Free orien - I Plate weight up to 3000 lbs. tations will be offered on the second Wednesday of each month. Sign up for the I 1 Smith machine time that you will be attending at the fitness center desk. I DAY: 2nd Wednesday of each month TIME: 8am, 10:30am, or 7pm 1 Precor Adaptive Motion Trainer I 2 Functional Cable Trainers Locker Rentals One Year Six Months ! Indoor Jogging Track Full Size - $75 Full Size - $50 NEW The large indoor jogging track features indoor flex. Half Size - $50 Half Size - $35 One mile is equivalent to 12 laps. 36 Reaching Your Personal Best !

iFIT i Certified FIT Personal Personal Training Trainers: Work-one-on-one with a certified trainer! Your personal trainer will design an exercise program tailored to meet your fitness goals at your fitness level. You will also receive the motivation that you need to Lori Neubauer meet your goals and stick with your program. Sherry Rubino Sessions are by appointment only. If you would like to be contacted by one of our trainers, please fill out Jacquie Snick the “Personal Training” request form at the fitness desk. A trainer will then contact you to get started! Diane Sutherland Training Sessions Fitness Member Non Fitness Member 4 sessions $189 $229 Steve Gaus 8 sessions $299 $379 Nikki Bittner 10 sessions $334 $434 Austin Kopp 1 tune-up session $ 55 $ 65

Fit Friends In Training (F.I.T.) and individualized exercise analysis for each person. Inquire at the Fitness Center Train with your spouse, partner, friends or neighbors without feeling overwhelmed Desk for more details. or anxious about individual performance or being part of a large class. F.I.T. allows *FEE: $140 includes four one-hour sessions per person. you and your partner/friends to train together and receive individualized training. Two people minimum. Four people maximum. Each F.I.T. package includes a full fitness assessment, four 1-hour training sessions

Itasca Running Club The Itasca Running Club was formed to bring together runners of various skills and backgrounds. It is a great way to meet people who share your enthusiasm for running. The club meets at Starbucks in Itasca every Saturday at 7am. The five-mile course runs through the village streets. Don’t worry, not all participants run the entire course and walkers are always welcome. Stay afterward and enjoy conversation and coffee. Hope to see you there! For more information, please contact Jennifer Benitez at (630)773-2257. 37

Fight-Fit/Cardio Kickboxing Are You Tired of Struggling with Weight Loss? We offer a true kickboxing class that will leave you sweaty, smiling and relaxed when it’s over. The Indoor Cycling This indoor cycling class will help you lose inches, tone muscles and increase your class will combine basic combo drills, bag work and sparring drills along with a variety of condi - cardio endurance. Ride at your own pace in a motivating group fitness atmosphere. tioning exercises to create an intense workout. Whether you are a beginner or have trained before, The class will incorporate different types of terrains such as flats and hills at our Cardio Kickboxing class is the program for you! (LN) different levels of intensity. This is a great class to add a change to your workout. Please bring a towel and water bottle. A heart rate monitor is optional. (LN) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6042-1 Mon Sep 13-Nov 1 5:30-6:30pm $56/$64 Session 1 (8 weeks) 6042-2 Mon Nov 8-Dec 27 5:30-6:30pm $56/$64 CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6010-1 Mon Sep 13-Nov 1 6:45-7:30pm $56/$72 6044-1 Sat Sep 18-Nov 6 9-10am $56/$64 6011-1 Tue Sep 14-Nov 2 10:30-11:15am $56/$72 6044-2 Sat Nov 13-Dec 18 9-10am $42/$48 6011-2 Tue Sep 14-Nov 2 6:45-7:30pm $56/$72 6012-1 Wed Sep 15-Nov 3 6:45-7:30pm $56/$72 6013-1 Thu Sep 16-Nov 4 6:30-7:15am $56/$72 Private Cardio-Kickboxing / 6013-2 Thu Sep 16-Nov 4 10:30-11:15am $56/$72 Conditioning Lessons 6014-1 Fri Sep 17-Nov 5 8:30-9:15am $56/$72 Take some private lessons with Coach Derrick Bynum, our Cardio Kickboxing instructor, 6016-1 Sat Sep 18-Nov 6 8:30-9:15am $56/$72 to work on your kickboxing and conditioning skills. Beginner Kickboxing, Mma, Grappling And Boxing Session 2 (7 weeks) Resident $30/one hour private lesson CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6010-2 Mon Nov 8-Dec 20 6:45-7:30pm $49/$63 Non-Resident $35/one hour private lesson 6011-3 Tue Nov 9-Dec 21 10:30-11:15am $49/$63 6011-4 Tue Nov 9-Dec 21 6:45-7:30pm $49/$63 Extreme Weight Loss-Cardio Boxing, Kumbato, Cardio Kickboxing, 6012-2 Wed Nov 10-Dec 22 6:45-7:30pm $49/$63 Level 1 6013-3 Thu Nov 11-Dec 23 6:30-7:15am $49/$63 Resident $55/1.5 hour private lesson 6013-4 Thu Nov 11-Dec 23 10:30-11:15am $49/$63 Non-Resident $60/1.5 hour private lesson 6014-2 Fri Nov 12-Dec 24 8:30-9:15am $49/$63 6016-2 Sat Nov 13-Dec 18 8:30-9:15am $49/$63 Kids Kickboxing, Mma Age 5-13 EXCEPTION DATES: Nov 25, Dec 25 Resident $20/45 minute private lesson LOCATION: Clover Room MIN/MAX: 4/9 Non-Resident $25/45 minute private lesson

Group Prices-3 or more sign up for private lessons at same time Super W.O.W. Training Resident $20/one hour private lesson Become lean and Strong in only 6 weeks/12 sessions $45/1.5 hour private lesson Get your personal training in a group of 4-6 women. This class will meet twice a week Non-Resident $25/one hour private lesson in the fitness center with a Certified Personal Trainer. Have fun increasing your cardio $50/1.5 hour private lesson and strength as you learn the proper form and new skills. (LN) CODE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6060-1 M/W Sep 13-Oct 20 8-9am $129/$144 For more information about... 6060-2 M/W Oct 25-Dec 1 8-9am $129/$144 Fitness Center & Aerobic Classes 6060-3 M/W Sep 13-Oct 20 5:45-6:45pm $129/$144 6060-4 M/W Oct 25-Dec 1 5:45-6:45pm $129/$144 Please contact: Lori Neubauer (LN), CPRP 6061-1 T/TH Sep 14-Oct 21 8-9am $129/$144 Fitness Manager 6061-2 T/TH Oct 26-Dec 2 8-9am $129/$144 E-mail: [email protected] EXCEPTION DATE: Nov 25 Phone:: 630-773-2257 , ext. 134 INSTRUCTOR: Sherry Rubino/Diane Sutherland MIN/MAX: 4/6 LOCATION: Fitness Center 38 NO EX S CU E * S S E U S C e X W * Itasca Park District Group Fitness Classes E r O ffe

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Power Body Sculpt Pump-n-Pilates A 45-minute class that will focus on strengthening and toning different A one-hour class that combines strength training with Pilates moves. The class will use muscle groups using resistance training with dumbbells, tubing, medicine weight, bands and balls to increase your strength. Pilates increases your core strength, balls and resist-a-balls. flexibility, circulation and balance. Tone your body and relieve stress

Abs Core And Stress Free Zone Boot Camp A 45-minute class that will target your abs and core with a variety of toning A one-hour class that offers a great way to get fit, loose body fat. You will work your exercises. The class will finish with gentle flexibility stretching, progressive relax - heart and muscles by going from one exercise to the next for the entire hour. Boot ation and relaxing mental imagery to unwind your body and melt away stress. Camp will include calisthenics like push-ups, jumping jacks, crunches and other body weight exercises at different intensities taking your body to a challenge. This class burns calories like crazy!!!! Pilates A one-hour class that will create core stability, better posture and a longer, leaner body using Pilate moves. You will also increase your flexibility, Fitness Cardio Circuit strength, and balance. A one-hour class that meets in the fitness center that will increase your metabolism and burn fat by alternating between short cardio segments and muscle building exercises. You will be using the cardio and strength equipment in the fitness center.

Teen fitness

Teen Provisions Teen Memberships Teen Weight Training Class Schedule Teens 11-13 years of age may become a fitness member I Must be at least 11 years old to use after completing a 2-hour Teen Weight Training Class. Code Date Code Date the Fitness Center. The class covers injury prevention, proper concentration of 6040-1 Sep 11 6040-5 Nov 6 each muscle group, breathing and lifting techniques. This I 11-13 year olds are required to attend a class also discusses proper warm-up and cardiovascular 6040-2 Sep 25 6040-6 Nov 20 teen weight training class prior to joining conditioning. Upon completion of this class, the teen will 6040-3 Oct 9 6040-7 Dec 4 receive a one-year membership. the Fitness Center. Parents required for registration. Please come to 6040-4 Oct 23 6040-8 Dec 18 Fitness Center 15 minutes before class begins. I 14-17 year olds must have a parent with them when purchasing any of the Teen Weight Training Membership including Class: R $70/NR $80 Fitness Center passes (daily, yearly, Teen Hours Annual Renewal Fee– open gym, six months and track only) Membership only: R $65/NR $75 Mon-Fri ...... 3-5pm Sat ...... 11am-5pm to sign a waiver. Waivers are kept on AGE: 11-13yrs DAY: Sat Sun file, so the parent does not need to be ...... 11am-4pm TIME: 10am-12pm School Holidays . 1-5pm (Mon-Fri) present each time. MIN/MAX: 1/6 OAdd $30 to your teen or high school membership and upgrade your membership to include “The Lounge.” 39 Fall Schedule Sep 13-Dec 24 Free Week Sep 13-18 For a current aerobics schedule, Pick up your Group Fitness schedule in the Fitness Center or online, or we can e-mail or fax the schedule to you! please visit www.Itascaparkdistrict.co m

Cardio Fusion Advanced Sr. Fit n Pump A one-hour cardio class that will combine strength and toning of all muscle A 45-minute class that will help you stay fit, healthy and flexible. This class groups. Get your heart rate up and burn calories while you increase your lean will be moving at a faster pace than the Sr. Fit n Pump class. It will include muscle mass with resistance training. some yoga, pilates, and strength training with dumbbells and tubing.

Yoga Sr. Fit n Pump A one-hour class that is the practice of physical postures, gentle stretching, A 45-minute class the helps you stay fit, healthy, and flexible. Learn how to and deep relaxation, which helps bring balance to our busy lives. move and exercise correctly, while working your heart and increasing your strength without hurting your joints. Zumba The new fitness craze that fuses Latin-based rhythms with motivating music, H.A.A.T unique moves and easy-to-follow combinations. This one-hour energetic A one-hour class utilizing the resist-a-ball, tubing, dumbbells and body bars to workout will have you sweating in no time! Bring your enthusiasm and get work your Hips, Arms, Abs and Thighs. ready to ZUMBA!!!! Aqua Aerobics Zumba Tone A one-hour class that meets at the Eaglewood Resort and Spa Pool. This class A one-hour class that will combine Zumba with resistance training using consists of both cardio and strength moves in the water eliminating the impact dumbbells and tubes. on your body. PLEASE BRING A TOWEL TO CLASS

Step It Up Yoga-Romatherapy A one-hour class that uses the step to increase your heart rate, tone your body A 45-minute class that combines the art of aromatherapy with the practice and burn calories. of yoga postures. Begin your day with balance and energy.

Group Fitness Rates Group Fitness Participants Group Fitness Punch Card Unlimited One punch used per class 15 30 Daily Group Fitness Classes Punches Punches Fee for the Year Fitness Member Rates $72 $135 $6 Non-Member Rates $82 $154 $7 Purchase one card for $470 Seniors Fitness Member $30 $54 $2.50 to use for any group fitness class, Seniors Non-Members $34 $66 $3 ALL YEAR LONG !! This card is valid for all group fitness classes Aqua Aerobic Rates

including Aqua-Aerobic classes. 15 30 Daily This card will n o longer be valid Punches Punches Fee Aqua-Aerobics Rates $82 $154 $6 for special registration classes. Aqua-Aerobics Sr. Daily Fee $3 Itasca Park District 40 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

How to Register

1. Mail-in How to Register accepted beginning Monday, Aug 9 Registration will begin on Monday, Aug 9. Registration will continue until the Itasca Park District class is filled or needs to be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment or 350 E. Irving Park Road individual program deadlines. Mail-in registration for the Fitness Center and Itasca, IL 60143 aerobics classes will not be accepted. #630-773-2257 Waivers In accordance with Recreation Department policy, all program participants 2. Drop-off must sign a hold-harmless agreement prior to participation in Department accepted beginning Monday, Aug 9 sponsored programs. The waivers are on the reverse side of the program Itasca Park District registration form and must be signed by adults participating in adult 350 E. Irving Park Road programs; and by a parent or legal guardian for children under 18 years Itasca, IL 60143 of age. #630-773-2257 In Case of Oops! Complete details of program policies, procedures and guidelines are sometimes omitted from the program brochures because of space limitations. 3. Walk-in Also, errors in days, times, registration requirements and fees may occur as Monday, Aug 9 well. We apologize for any errors that may appear in the brochure. We Itasca Park District thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations arise. 350 E. Irving Park Road Itasca, IL 60143 #630-773-2257

Definition of Residency Fee Information Anyone living within the geographic boundaries of the Itasca Park District. If there are Due to liability concerns, all individuals wishing to participate in any park district program any questions about your residency, please call the park district office where a complete must pay the registration fee listed in the brochure prior to the start of the first class. Any list and map is maintained. individual who is unable to pay the registration fee must contact the Superintendent of Refund Policy Recreation to set up a payment plan. No phone registration will be accepted. Individuals A. All requests for refunds must be submitted in person or by phone two business days not paying full program registration fee or those on payment plans will prior to the first class meeting or practice of program. Trips require reservations weeks be assessed a 10% service charge if any payment is late. ahead of time and therefore do not allow us to refund. Please see staff for individual trip policies. Itasca Recreation Center Rental B. Individuals requesting refunds with two or more business days notice prior to the first The Itasca Recreation Center may be reserved for private use during non-program hours. class, meeting or practice will receive a 100% refund, less $10 for administrative costs. Groups and individuals should contact the park district at 630-773-2257. A Security Deposit is required in order to hold a date. If cancellation occurs within 10 days prior C. No refunds will be issued for any programs after the first meeting of a program, to rental, deposit will be retained. See contract for refund policies. unless a physician’s excuse is presented. Refunds requested for medical reasons will be prorated from the time the request is received. Cooperation D. A refund will not be given to programs that cost less than $15. The amount will The park district wishes to acknowledge the cooperation of the Village of Itasca and the be applied to another class or a voucher given for future use. Itasca School District #10 for enabling the park district to provide numerous year-round Insurance Policy recreational activities. The park district is permitted to use the school facilities when The Itasca Park District does not provide medical coverage for injuries suffered while not used by the schools. For this reason there may be occasional changes in the participating in park district programs, or while using park facilities. The park district, schedule. therefore, cannot assume responsibility for personal injury for persons participating in recreation programs or using facilities. Persons are advised to make provisions for this Senior Citizens coverage in their family insurance program. Senior Citizen rates apply to those 60 years and older. Fall 2010 Programs & Events 41

Registration Form

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H I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver below and understand that Signature my signature is required below in order to be in Park District programs. Parental signature required for participants under age 18.

Insurance Liability Waiver Form

Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in the use “I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the Park District and its officers, of Park District/Nature Center Village programs, you will be waiving and releasing all agents, servants and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, including claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program. Your death, damages and losses sustained by me and arising out of, connected with, or in any signature is required on the other side of this form. way associated with the activities of the program. “As the parent/guardian of the participant, or participant in the program, I recognize and In the event of any emergency, I authorize District officials to secure acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume the full from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my minor child’s immediate care and risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss which I may sustain as a result of agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program. services rendered. “I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program “Photo: I understand that my child/ward or I may be photographed or videotaped while against the Park District and its officers, agents, servants and employees. participating in an Itasca Park District program. I give permission for photos & videotapes of “I do hereby fully release and discharge the Park District and its officers, agents, servants my child/ward or me to be used to promote the Park District. Such photos and videotapes and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage, or loss will remain the property of the Itasca Park District. which I may have or which may have accrue to me on account of my participation. “I have read and fully understand the above Program Details and Participation agreement.” Itasca Park District 42 www.itascaparkdistrict.com

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Benson Park ...... 1 Itasca Recreation & Fitness Center . . . . 7 Softball Complex ...... 13

Clayson Park ...... 2 Itasca Waterpark ...... 8 Springbrook Nature Center ...... 14

Country Club Park ...... 3 Peacock Park ...... 9 St.Luke's Field ...... 15

Franzen Park ...... 4 Play For All Community Park ...... 10 St.Peter's Field ...... 16

Hamilton Fields ...... 5 Ray Franzen Bird Sanctuary ...... 11 Usher Park ...... 17

Historical Depot Museum ...... 6 Schiller Park ...... 12 Washington Park ...... 18

PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. P OSTAGE PAID ITASCA , I LLINOIS PERMIT NO. 94

ItascaParPark Distristrict

350 E. Irving Park Road Itasca, IL 60143 ECRWSS Residential Customer

GIV ING TREE CAMPAIGN

In our lobby at the Itasca Recreation & Fitness Center, we will be mounting to the wall an elegant Donor Recognition Tree. This Tree will have a cast-bronze antique-finished trunk and have beautiful leaves made of brass, nickel, and bronze. Each leaf will designate those who have so generously gifted to our Giving Tree Campaign. The Giving Tree Campaign helps fund our scholarship program and other capital expenditures. The lasting Tree Display will be a true testament to the community’s support and Gold Leaf ...... $125 generosity. Our stunning Giving Tree will Silver Leaf . . . . $100 display 200 leaves, as well as Acorns and Stones. Forty-five characters using up to 3 lines Bronze Leaf . . $ 75 can be imprinted on your donation item. Acorn ...... $175 Pick up a brochure at the Rec Stone ...... $225 Center or online at www.itascaparkdistrict.com THANK YOU ! WE TRULY APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT .