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Mokena Community Park District Summer 2017 Mokena Community Park District Summer 2017 Table of Contents Mission Statement IFC Letter from Executive Director, The Mokena Community Park District is committed to providing recreational opportunities Board Information, Staff to enhance the health, educational, athletic and cultural well-being of its residents, and to protecting and preserving parks and open space areas within the Park District boundaries. Registration Information Park Information at a Glance Greetings from the Director Park ‘n Travel Dear members of the Mokena Community Park District: Special Events I started working at the Park District as the new Executive Director in late December. Thank Early Childhood Education you to all of you that have extended a warm welcome to me in my new position. It has been amazing to meet and work with the excellent team of committed staff, Commissioners, affiliate Youth General leaders and volunteers that make the high quality parks, facilities, leagues, programs, special events and services available and affordable to all. Youth Dance What an exciting summer we have in store for you with the Mokena Community Park District! Youth Gymnastics I urge you to take time for yourself and your family and friends this summer by utilizing the Park Youth Athletics & Special Events District to create and share special memories; develop and enhance new skills; increase physical fitness; and explore and connect with nature. We have a full variety of programs and special events Youth/High School Athletic planned for all ages and abilities through the Park District and Lincolnway Special Recreation Leagues Association. Don’t miss out – RECREATE! Summer Camps We are proud to open several new amenities at Yunker Farm, including a splash pad, dog park, community gardens, and outdoor band shell, which are all scheduled to open by early June. The All Ages expansion of the Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center is planned to open later in the summer and Teen/Adult Programs will provide much needed additional programming space for our growing athletic leagues and special events. Make sure to check out the park district website and facebook page for complete information Adult Leagues/Athletics on grand opening celebrations. All Ages Open Gym Don’t let summer pass by without enjoying some of these activities: Health & Wellness • Visit one of our 20 fabulous parks to enjoy a picnic, sit on a bench, play on the playground, fly a kite, watch a baseball game, or play sand volleyball, tennis or a round of The Oaks Recreation & Fitness disc golf. Center • Walk or run on the indoor track, try an exercise class, lift weights, or play basketball, pickleball or other sports at the newly expanded Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. Parties • Children can unplug from technology to make friends, explore the outdoors, and learn Facility Rentals new things at Summer Day Camp or visit local fun places with the new Passport to Adventure. Other Park Offerings • Watch the free movies in the park “Pets” and “Despicable Me” and celebrate 4th of July General Rules and Information with the annual parade, and free concert and fireworks at Main Park. • New this Summer! The Princess Breakfast, Mothers Day Tea at Yunker Farm, and the Park Facilities and Amenities Chili Cook-off and Country Bingo at Farm & Barn Fest. Park District Connections We look forward to being a part of your most amazing summer! Alphabetical Index Mike Selep, Executive Director Mokena Community Park District Park District Locations and Amenities Matrix BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Park District Staff • Jeff Apel, Commissioner Administrative Executive Director – Mike Selep • Dennis Bagdon, Commissioner Administrative Assistant – Dawn Morsovillo • Kevin Brogan, Commissioner Superintendant of Finance and Human Resources - Patti Parli • Lana Graser, Commissioner Assistant Bookkeeper - Yadira Rajewski • Bob Lindbloom, Commissioner Recreation Dept. Superintendant of Recreation - Mary Beth Windberg • George McJimpsey, Commissioner Recreation Supervisor-Athletics – Nick Mazzuca • John Olivieri, Commissioner Recreation Supervisor – Special Events – Rebecca Phetteplace Volunteer/Marketing Coordinator - Laurel Welch Carrie Coffelt .....................Recording Secretary Secretary/Registrar – Christine Crowley Parks Department Supt. of Parks & Facilities - James Van Gennep Maintenance – David Blommaert, Kristin Potocki, Rodger Rottmann, Jim Park Board Meetings Eyre, Luke Deuser Park District Board meetings are held on Oaks Recreation & Recreation Facility Manager – Rachel Bauer the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Fitness Center Fitness & Wellness Manager – Kristin Ehler Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center, 10847 Facility Maintenance Manager – Dave Graf Site Supervisor – Russ Barone La Porte Road, Mokena, at 6:00 p.m. Maintenance – Michael Fox (see page 39 for Staff Photo) t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 1 2 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Registration— section header Information — — Register in person at Mokena Park Administration Center, HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena or The Oaks Recreation & Fitness In accordance with Park District policy, all program partici- Center, 10847 La Porte Rd., Mokena, during regular office hours pants must sign a hold harmless agreement prior to the first day with cash, check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover). of participation in a program. No individual will be allowed to After hours, a mail slot is provided north of the entrance doors to participate in a Park District program without a signed waiver on the Administration Center. Phone in registrations are not ac- file listing the program(s) for which he/she has registered on a sea- cepted. Registration cannot be accepted by the instructor at the sonal or per-session basis. A parent/guardian must sign for family first class. members under the age of 18. This form will be made available at Register by fax. Fax registration information to 708-479- time of registration. 5381 using either Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Faxes received after 4:00 p.m. will be processed on the following business day. Note: If registering via fax, your facsimile signature shall substitute INSURANCE for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature. The Park District is committed to conducting its recreation Register On-line. Go to www.mokenapark.com. Available 24 programs and activities in the safest manner possible. Participants hours a day. are reminded that the Park District does not carry medical accident Payment Full tuition and fees must be paid to Mokena Com- insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of this munity Park District at time of registration. Checks should be insurance would make program fees prohibitive. made payable to Mokena Park District. Credit cards accepted are Visa, MasterCard or Discover. There will be a twenty-five dollar ($25) service charge for any NSF check returned by the bank. Register Early! All programs and trips have limited enroll- ment, therefore registration is on a first-come, first serve basis. Registration must be completed by the registration deadline, or additional fees will be incurred. Please adhere to deadlines. Instruc- tors cannot take registrations. Unless specifically noted in program description, registration deadline is 7 days before the first class meeting. Registrations ac- cepted after the deadline may be assessed an additional fee. Non-residents will pay 20% of the program fee additional, unless otherwise noted. Refunds: See page 5 for full refund policy. Administration Center Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PLEASE NOTE Administration Center • Due to space limitations in the brochure, errors may occur, and changes must be made to dates, times, and Closing Dates locations, etc. We apologize for these omissions will notify patrons as soon as possible. The ADMINISTRATION CENTER will be closed on the following dates: • Enrollment is limited in all programs, so early regis- May 29, 2017 – Memorial Day tration is always recommended. Prior participation in a July 4, 2017 – Independence Day program does not guarantee enrollment. Programs may fill and registration may be closed before the registration deadline September 4, 2017 – Labor Day occurs. t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 3 — Park— sectionInfo At Aheader Glance — — Administration Center The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena Phone: (708) 390-2401 Fax: (708) 479-5381 Phone: (708) 390-2343 Fax: (708) 390-2363 Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday: 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Website: www.mokenapark.com • Email: [email protected] Refunds: • Requests for cancellation must be made by phone, fax, or email between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Administration Center only. Requests received via fax or email after 5:00 p.m. will be dated for the next business day. • Deadline for requesting a refund is the registration deadline for all programs unless otherwise noted. (Unless specified other- wise, registration deadline is 7 days prior to first class session.) • Classes or programs which meet multiple sessions – Full refund minus $10 processing fee and any other associated costs which have already been incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.). • Classes or programs which meet once – Credit toward future programming will be issued minus $10 processing fee and any other associated costs which have already been incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.). • Athletic Leagues – Refund minus 5% of the full team registration fee, minimum of $20 and any other associated costs which have already been incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.). • No refunds on any trip or special event unless otherwise noted • If the Park District cancels a trip or program prior to its start, you will receive a full refund. • Credits or make-up classes are not available if a class is missed.
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