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.

Program Locations • Arbury Hills School, 19651 Beechnut Dr., Mokena • BowDoc Archery, 18801 Wolf Road, #4, Mokena • Family Martial Arts, 8537 W. 191st Street, Mokena • Gym-Kinetics, 19220 Ridge Road, Mokena • Lincoln-Way East High School, 201 Colorado Ave., Frankfort for more information on upocoming events • Main Park, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena mokena community park district • MES - Mokena Elementary School, 11244 Willowcrest Lane, Mokena • MIS - Mokena Intermediate School, 11331 West 195th Street, Mokena • MJHS – Mokena Junior High School, 19815 Kirkstone Way, Mokena • Nova Quarter Horses, 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena • Administration Center, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena • Program Center - 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena (south end of Main Park) • The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Rd., Mokena Walnut Room, Cypress Room, Chestnut Room, Field House, East Lot Scan our QR code into your phone • White Mountain Golf Course, 9901 W. 179th St., Tinley Park and it will take you directly to our website!

4 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Park ’n’ Travel — A Few Kicks Route 66 Tour Travel along the original world famous Rt. 66 from Joliet to Pontiac. We will have photo ops of some of the icons on the route, including the Polk-a-Dot Restaurant; the Gemini Giant; and many others. We will hear the history of the famous road along with that of the towns along the way. There will be museum stops in Joliet and the Rt. 66 Museum in Pontiac. Lunch is included and will be at Bernardi’s Restaurant in Pontiac. Each person will also receive an Illinois Rt.66 Map. Departure: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center (10847 W La Porte Rd) B17A292: Wednesday, June 7th / 9a.m.-6 p.m. approx. Fee: $85 R/$102 NR Deadline: Monday, May 29th

Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds – MAYFLOWER TOURS What could be more fun that cheering on your favorite team to victory? Join us in Cincinnati for two games to see the Chicago Cubs play the Cincinnati Reds. You’ll enjoy every pitch from your reserved seats in the Great Americas Ball Park. While in Cincinnati, sit back, relax and enjoy a narrated cruise along the Ohio River aboard a BB Riverboats paddle wheeler. A local guide takes us on the 1919 Tour, a walking tour which traces the history of Cincinnati’s role in the shaping of the game of baseball and learn about August “Garry” Hermann, the Father of the World Series. You’ll also visit the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum with its extensive collection of baseball memorabilia dating from the club’s formation in 1869. This trip also includes free home pick up and drop off, two dinners & two breakfasts, and 15$ in Mayflower Money! Departure: Mayflower tours free pick up Day/Times: June 30th Fee: A deposit of $200 is required to reserve your spot at registration; scheduled payments can then be made directly 2nd Annual National Grand Parents Day Trip-Navy Pier to Mayflower Tours $799 (twin room) / $978 (single room) *prices are per person What better way to spend the afternoon on Sunday, September 10 than Deadline: Thursday, June 1st (Spots are filling quickly!) at Chicago’s historic Navy Pier? The registration fee includes a Navy Pier B17E293: Deposit to Park District $200 R/$200 NR Food Court Voucher* (*pre-determined menu items), A 75-minute cruise aboard Tall Ship Windy and round trip mini-motor coach transportation! New York City & The Statue of Liberty From epic battles to trickery and treasure, experience the incredible tales of Enjoy 7 Days & 6Nights in beautiful New York City! Discover the “City real pirate adventure that happened right here on these magnificent inland that Never Sleeps” on this one of a kind bus trip to New York City! Enjoy seas. Make it a family trip and bring your grandchildren or just enjoy a guided tours of New York and unique sights such as Central Park, iconic trip to Downtown Chicago/Lake Michigan! We will leave time for you to Rockefeller Center, the glittering Broadway lights of Times Square, the venture around the picturesque Navy Pier, shop, etc. hustle and bustle of Wall Street, and more. You will view the dazzling Departure: 9:30a.m. The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center (10847 W city skyline as you set sail for Liberty Island to visit the majestic Statue La Porte Rd) of Liberty and then go on to the famous Ellis Island as part of this New B17E295: Sunday, September 10 - 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. approx York vacation package. The “Big Apple” experience will stay with you for a Fee: $55R/$66NR lifetime after this New York bus trip! Deadline: Departure: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center (10847 W La Porte Rd) B17A294: Thursday eptemberS 14-September 20th Fee: $699 a person including the $100 deposit due at registration, Non Residents $725 a person Deadline: Friday, August 4th

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 5 — Free Summer Events — Woofstock & Pet Parade Free Movies in the Park We will kick-off the event with the Pet Parade which includes a ¼ mile Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and come out to enjoy our FREE fun walk along the Yunker Dog Park & La Porte Road at 1:30 p.m. movies under the stars! In case of inclement weather, please visit our Registration begins at 1:00 p.m. All animals are welcome for the parade! facebook page. Parade Categories Canine Contests Thank you to our event sponsor OZINGA Ready Mix Concrete! Best Dressed Hot Dog Relay Location: Main Park (10925 W La Porte Road, Mokena) Most Exotic Best Trick Time: Movies begin at approx. 8:45 p.m/dusk Most Creative Musical Sit Smallest Pet Most Obedient Largest Pet Ultimate Frisbee Catch Feel free to dress your pet up for the pet parade or decorate a wagon they can be pulled in for your chance to win a prize in our parade categories! *Costume/Decorations are optional! After the parade, there will be fun filled animal entertainment followed by an afternoon of canine contests for our four-legged friends. Contests will begin at apprx. 2:00pm, start training your pooch now so they can place in our contests! Vendor’s raffle and give-a-ways will be available throughout the afternoon. For the safety of your dog and others, please be sure the dog’s vaccinations are current. All dogs must be on a leash. *please note dogs must be on leashes Location: Yunker Dog Park 10824 La Porte Road Day/Times: Saturday, May 20, 2017 / 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Free Concerts in the Park Pet Parade Registration: 1:00p.m.-1:30p.m Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and come out to enjoy our FREE Woofstock Contest Registration: 1:00p.m.–2:00p.m. concerts in the park! In case of inclement weather, please visit our facebook. Outdoor Flea Markets Location: Yunker Farm Band shell A17E256: Sun., May 28, 2017 Main Park (10925 W La Porte Road) Time: Concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. A17E257: Sun. June 25, 2017 Main Park (10925 W La Porte Road) 40’s music through today, Pop, Blues, 50’s , 60’s, 70’s Rock A17E258: Sun. July 23, 2017 Main Park (10925 W La Porte Road) Rock-& Roll - anything you can dance to! Sell your old and new wares at this annual Flea Market. We welcome fresh Thursday, June 8th Sunday, July 9th produce, new and used crafts, clothing, tools, etc. Spend a day selling and swapping. Groups/organizations welcome. -Pre-registration fee $20 (by 4pm on Friday before event) -Registering the day of the event is $25 -Registration fees are non-refundable -Check-in time for vendors: 6:45 a.m. Vendors that want spaces together must check-in together (NO EXCEPTIONS). Spaces cannot be reserved for late-comers. -Any vendor arriving after 8:00 a.m. will be assessed at $10 late fee, or may not be allowed entry, at the discretion of the Market Manager. -Buyers admitted free at 8:00 a.m. Park Dancers Recital -Bring your own table, chairs, etc. (15’ X 15’ area provided) The Mokena Park District’s talented ballet, hip-hop/jazz, and tap dance -Sellers are allowed only one (1) vehicle by their space for loading & students will entertain you at our annual recital, “Dancing Through unloading Time”. Family and friends are invited to view this production on Sunday, -If you park a vehicle and trailer (adding up to 30 ft long) you must May 21, 2017 at the Lincoln-Way East High School Fine Arts and purchase two (2) spaces. Any vehicles and trailers longer will need to Performing Center. purchase the correct amount of spaces as to the length of their vehicles. Location: Lincoln-Way East High School Fine Arts & Performing -A $5 fee will be charged for each additional vehicle accompanying a seller Center, 201 Colorado Avenue, Frankfort. to load/unload -Spaces are determined by staff on a first-come, first-serve basis -All vendors must be selling or trading item/s that individuals can receive on-site at event. -Call the Park Office in advance if you are planning to sell food or drink items. Restrictions apply.

6 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Special Events — Ace Race 2017 Summertime Stride 5K - A1E259 Each autumn, disc golfers gather at their local courses for one purpose - to Date: Saturday, June 3, 2017 (rain or shine) throw aces. Players all throw the same model disc - a brand new, never- Time: 8:30 a.m. 5K Run & Walk start (Approx 9:15 a.m. Kids seen-before Discraft prototype disc that is introduced each year especially Dash start) for Ace Race. All participants receive a player’s pack that includes 2 Start/Finish Location: prototype discs and other goodies. Your entry fee is only $30, and your Willowview Park (11420 West 197th Street, Mokena) player package is guaranteed to be twice that value. There will be at least Registration times: 36 holes, one throw per hole per player. Depending on the prototype disc, 7:30 a.m. – 8 25 a.m. at registration tent on event day in holes will generally be 150 to 225 feet. Player with the most overall aces Willowview Park parking lot will win a valuable prize package as well. Players of all ages and abilities are Registration Fees: welcome! Pre-registration is a must for this tournament. Deadlines will be *Early Bird Registration (Dri-fit t-shirt guaranteed): $20 by adhered to in order to have enough player packages for all. Wednesday, May 3 Location: The aksO Disc Golf Course *5K Run & Walk: $20 pre-registration by 5pm on Check-in opens at 10:00 a.m., Ace Race kicks off at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 1 (we cannot guarantee t-shirt) B17E251: Sunday, September 17, 2017 $30 *$25 day of event Deadline: September 1, 2017 A17Y260 Kids Dash (10 and under): $5* - (*does not include t-shirt) Pre-registration: NEW! Bunco And Bingo For Older Adults 1. By Mail: Send your completed registration form, signed waiver Join your friends at The Oaks every other month, and enjoy coffee and and payment to the Mokena Community Park District, Attn: treats while playing Bunco and Bingo for some fun prizes! Summertime Stride 5K, 10925 W La Porte Rd, Mokena, IL 60448 Age: 55+ to be received by June 1 (or May 3 for early bird). Deadline: May 18, 2017 2. Walk-in: Bring in your completed registration form, signed waiver Location: TheWalnut Room at the Oaks and payment to the Mokena Community Park District, 10925 W La Day/Time: Thursdays: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 .m.p Porte Rd prior to 5pm on Thursday, June 2(or May 4 for early bird). A17A279: May 25, 2017 $7 R/$9 NR 3. Online: Register online at www.mokenapark.com or www.signmeup. NEW! Princess Breakfast com by 5 p.m. Thursday, June 1 (or May 3 for early bird). 4. Sorry - No refunds! Come dressed up in your prettiest princess dress and enjoy a day with your T-shirt: Dri-fit/cooling performance t-shirts will be guaranteed to the pre- favorite Disney Princesses! Participants will enjoy a light breakfast buffet registrants of the 5K registered by Wednesday, May 4. We will make our and each child will receive a fun craft to make! Code: best efforts to accommodate your preferred t-shirt size. Event Components: 5K (3.1 mile) USATF-certified course and Location: Yunker Farm, 10824 W La Porte Road, Mokena transponder-timed run and fun walk followed by kids dashes, B17Y257: Saturday, July 15th / 10am-12pm refreshments, entertainment and an awards ceremony. Fee: $24R/ $30NR Course/Split Times/Water: The certified course is run out and back Deadline: Friday. June 30th, 2017 (or while space is available) primarily on streets throughout Mokena. Split times & markers and water NEW! Mothers Day Tea station will be available on the course. Spend a memorable day at Yunker Farm with your Mother. Enjoy Tea, Kid’s Dashes: Registered children 10 and under can participate in kid’s Brunch & memorable moments. Each family will create a teacup family dashes at approximately 9:30am from the start/finish line. Kid’s dash garden to take home. The cost of this event covers brunch, tea and a craft distances and heats will vary by age. All participants will receive a ribbon/ for the family! No refunds for this event. prize. Code: A17E255 Awards: An awards ceremony will start after the kids dashes have Location: Yunker Farm, 10925 W La Porte Road, Mokena completed and will include awards to the Best Overall Male and Female Day/Times: Saturday, May 13, 2017 / 10 a.m.-12 p.m. run winners as well as the top three winners in the following age Fee: $14 R/ $17 NR per person. categories: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, Deadline: Wednesday, May 3, 2017 (or while space is available) 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+. Refreshments/Entertainment: Refreshments will be available following the run/walk including water, fruit, bagels and more! Parking: Free parking is available at St. Mary’s Church/School at 19515 115th Avenue. Race Results: Available online at www.mokenapark.com or www. thtiming.com Benefactor: A portion of the proceeds benefit Disabled Patriot Fund who was founded by a group of area business people and local officials who came together because of a common interest, to help disabled American veterans who have fought in the War on Terrorism. The goal of the Disabled Patriot Fund is to provide financial relief for local U.S. military families who have been adversely affected by the War on Terror. For more information, visit disabledpatriotfund.org t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 7 13th Annual Farm & Barn Fest NEW! Country Bingo Presented by 98.3 WCCQ Come join us to play some bingo in the barn for great & exciting prizes! Saturday, August 19, 2017 Times: 3pm-5pm 10:00a.m. – 11:00p.m. Fee: $2.00- one card Yunker Farm $3.00- two cards $5.00- three cards Farm & Barn Fest *Kids bingo-free Held annually in the heart of Mokena at Yunker Farm, the event celebrates • First Bingo game will begin at 3:15pm the significance of farming life and harvest time in Illinois’ history. This • There will be a maximum of 6 games played unique event gives guests the opportunity to see and experience farm life • Children must be accompanied by an adult while in the barn playing during 10:00am-5:00pm through entertaining farming demonstrations bingo! such as sheep shearing, blacksmithing and more! In addition, the day is filled with entertainment, delicious food, kids’ activities and old fashioned Farm & Barn Country Concert contests for kids of all ages. Attention country lovers! Join us for a night of rockin’ fun with great bands including opening act the Ethan Bell Band and headliner, Rockstar NEW! Chili Cook Off- B17E258 Rodeo! Alcohol, beer and wine are available for purchase. $3/entry for Times: You may start cooking at 8am; Judging will take place at 1:30pm. adults 21 and over. Children are allowed at no charge with parental Entry Fee: $10.00 per contestant/team supervision. Deadline: Friday, August 11th 2017 Concert runs from 5pm-11pm at Yunker Farm Amphitheatre. • Pre-registration ONLY! Entries must be made in person at the Park *Concert gates open at 4:30pm! Administration Center or The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Save the date for the 36th annual Halloween Hollow! NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED ON EVENT DAY! October 13-15th 2017. • You may enter as a single or a team (up to 3 people) • Competition is limited to the first 15 contestants. • Judging: Based on Aroma, Consistency, Color, Taste and Aftertaste. • Tasting bowls will be sold to the public beginning at 1pm. ($1.00 a bowl) • A full list of ingredients must be disclosed to the public and you must publicly eat some of your own chili before anyone else For a registration form and full list of guidelines please go to our website at mokenapark.com Baby Contest Times: 10:00a.m.-12:30p.m. Location: Yunker Amphitheatre Entry Fee: $5.00 per contestant Deadline: Friday, August 11th 2017 • Pre-registration ONLY! Entries must be made in person at the Park Administration Center or The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED ON EVENT DAY! • Clothing: No pageant wear, PLEASE so any cute and comfortable for the contestant • Judging: Based on beauty/handsomeness (50%) and personality (50%). • There are five age divisions B17Y259: 10:30am: 3mos-12mos. B17Y260: 11am: 1 year old children B17Y261: 11:30am: 2year old children B17Y262: 12pm- 3 year old children B17Y263: 12:30pm- 4 year old children **CHECK IN: 15 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR DIVISION TIME AT MAIN STAGE OR AT THE COMPLETION OF THE DIVISION PRIOR.

8 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Early Childhood Education — The Mokena Community Park District’s Comprehensive ALL BY MYSELF Early Childhood Education Program: Making new friends, listening to stories, and playing games will be • Little Learners–age 2 ½-3*–Monday and Wednesday 9:15-11:15 a.m. a great way to get ready for our early education program. Children • Prep School–3 year olds*–Tuesday and Thursday 9:00-11:30 a.m. will experience a semi-structured environment while practicing their • Pre-School–4 year olds*–Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00-11:30 a.m. independence. Ages 2-3 (no parents in class). Children do not need to be • Kinderbridge-4 year olds*–Monday through Friday 12:30-3:00 p.m. potty trained. Children must be able to separate from parent. No refunds Little Learners – stresses the social development of the young child and for this class. Includes materials fee. This class fills fast! (6 sessions) Instructor: the importance of learning through play. Group and individual activities S. Pickham Recreation Program Center Thursday: will help your child develop new skills and make new friends in a unique 9:15 – 10:10 a.m. B17Y103: early childhood education setting. Sept. 7 – October 12, 2017 $56 R/$67 NR Deadline: August 31 Prep School, Preschool, and Kinderbridge – these very successful, long running programs include academic skills, physical activity, arts and crafts, ALL BY MYSELF x 2 story time, finger play, and songs. Same class as “All by Myself” but twice the fun! For those children ready All classes meet in our Program Center located at the south end of to be all by myself twice a week. Age 2-3 (no parents in class). No refunds Mokena Main Park. All of these programs are for children ready to for this class. (12 sessions) separate from their parents for an extended period of time, and children Instructor: S. Pickham Recreation Program Center must be toilet trained. Days/Times: Tuesday & Thursday: 10:15 – 11:10 a.m. *Age as of September 1, 2017 B17Y104: Sept. 5 – October 12, 2017 $106 R/$127 NR Deadline: August 29 Early Childhood Education Program – FALL 2017 REGISTRATION PEE-WEE PICASSOS Registration is being accepted in person at the Administration Center Does your child love to color, draw, and paint? You and your budding during regular business hours while openings last. artist will enjoy the slow pace in this relaxed class of creative fun together. Required at registration: Simple paper projects, cutting, gluing, and paints will get your young • NON-REFUNDABLE fee of: artist off to a creative start. Age 2-3 with one parent. Fee includes • Little Learners - $148 total deposit (includes $99 first month materials. tuition) Instructor: P. Winkleman Recreation Program Center Art Room • Prep School - $160 total deposit (includes $111 first month tuition) Days/Times: Wednesday: 10:15-11:00 a.m. • Pre-School - $197 total deposit (includes $148 first month tuition) B17Y007: May 10-31, 2017 $35 R/$42 NR • Kinderbridge - $285 total deposit (includes $236 first moth tuition) Deadline: May 5 • Birth certificate B17Y008: September 6-27, 2017 $35 R/$42 NR • Proof of immunizations Deadline: August 30 Non-residents will pay an additional $5 monthly. Sign up for automatic payments and save $3 per month. PLAY SCHOOL WITH MISS SUE Is your toddler not quite ready to separate from mom and dad? You and your child won’t miss a beat with this class! We’ll sing and dance to our favorite songs and have fun discovering new stories, games, musical instruments, and maybe a craft. Age 2-3 with one parent. Instructor: S. Pickham Recreation Program Center Days/Times: Tuesday: 9:15 – 10:10 a.m. B17Y105: Sept. 5 – October 10, 2017 $56 R/$67 NR Deadline: August 29 RAINBOW KIDS Your toddler will love learning about colors and shapes in this busy, hands- on class. Lots of multi-sensory activities – glue, tape, crayons, and paint will spark creativity, improve motor skills, and create an environment for social interaction. Parent is welcome to stay if child has trouble with separation. Ages 2-4 years. Instructor: Miss Chris Johnson Recreation Program Center Days/Times: Mondays: 11:00-11:45 a.m. B17Y101: June 19-July 3, 2017 $30 R/$36 NR Deadline: June 12 B17Y102: July 24 – August 7, 2017 $30 R/$36 NR Deadline: July 17

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 9 — Youth — FINDING DORY PARTY Whether your child’s favorite “Finding Nemo” character is Dory, Marlin, Squirt, the Seagulls, or Nemo, they’re sure to have fun at this under-the- sea bash. We’ll start our evening with cheese pizza and blue juice. Of course, there will be plenty of time for a fish craft, stories, under-the sea games and free play time too! This party is sure to be fun for your child!! Ages 4-6 Instructor: Janet Nush Program Center Day/Time: Friday: 6:00-8:15 p.m. B17Y137: July 21, 2017 $21 R/$25 NR Deadline: July 14 FROGGY PARTY Everyone loves the Froggy Stories by Jonathan London! So, it’s time to hop on down to the Park Recreation Building for a “Froggy Party”. We’ll ART EXPLORATION – JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH start our evening with pizza and green froggy juice. Then we’ll make a SCHOOL frog craft, play froggy games, hear Froggy stories, and have a little time left Learn new techniques and improve your skills. Study shading, proportion, for some free play. Sign up early, so you won’t miss out on this toad-ally facial expressions, colors, textures, and much more while using a variety of awesome Froggy Party!! Ages 4-6 subjects including: animals, landscapes, cartoons, abstracts, and still life. Instructor: Janet Nush Program Center For all levels of ability. Taught by a graduate of the American Academy of Day/Time: Friday: 6:00-8:15 p.m. Art. For ages 11-16. B17Y136: June 16, 2017 $21 R/$25 NR Instructor: P. Winkleman Program Center Art Room Deadline: June 9 Day/Time: Tuesday: 4:30-5:30 p.m. B17Y009: May 23 – June 27, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: May 16 B17Y010: July 11 – August 15, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: July 5 B17Y011: August 22 – September 26, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: August 15 CAT IN THE HAT PARTY Come and join us for a “Cat In The Hat” evening of fun!! We’ll start off with cheese pizza and some special “Pink Ink Drink” for dinner. Our dessert with be some yummy “Green Eggs and Ham”. There will be a “Cat In The Hat Craft” and some fun Dr. Seuss themed games. Just like in the story, things will get a little messy, but it will all get picked up and put back together before the parents return for pick-up!! Sign up early, so you don’t miss this evening of fun!! Instructor: Janet Nush Preschool Room - Program Center Day/Time: Friday: 6:00-8:15 p.m. A17Y133: May 12, 2017 $21 R/$25 NR After May 5, 2017 Add $5 LITTLE FIREFIGHTER PARTY DRAWING AND MORE! Both boys and girls dream of being a firefighter when they grow up. So Learn new techniques and improve your skills. Study shading, proportion, we are having a burning hot bash for your little firefighter. We’ll start our facial expressions, colors, textures, and much more while using a variety of evening with cheese pizza and Hi-C. Then we’ll make a fire truck craft, subjects including: animals, landscapes, cartoons, abstracts, and still life. pretend to put out a fire, hear firefighter stories, and have a little time for For all levels of ability. Taught by a graduate of the American Academy of free play. This will be a fun party for both boys and girls! !! Ages 4-6 Art. Grades 1-6. Instructor: Janet Nush Program Center Instructor: P. Winkleman Program Center Art Room Day/Time: Friday: 6:00-8:15 p.m. Day/Time: Wednesday: 4:30-5:30 p.m. B17Y140: September 22, 2017 $21 R/$25 NR B17Y004: May 31 – July 5, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: September 15 Deadline: May 24 B17Y005: July 12 – August 16, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: July 5 B17Y006: August 23 – September 27, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: August 16

10 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] MINION PARTY Calling all minions!! We’re having a Minion Party that will be anything but despicable! We’ll start our evening with cheese pizza and Hi-C. Then everyone knows that minions love bananas. So, we’re going to make mini banana splits for dessert. There will also be time for games, a craft. story, and free play! This is sure to be a fun time for every minion that attends!! Ages 4-6 Instructor: Janet Nush Program Center Day/Time: Friday: 6:00-8:15 p.m. B17Y138: August 18, 2017 $21 R/$25 NR Deadline: August 11

YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE COOKING CLASS This specialized class features a summertime treat that is sure to being miles of smiles to your child’s face. We will follow recipe directions, mix, measure, and clean-up as part of this chef’s training. Ages 4-9 years old. Note: ingredients may include peanut products or peanut butter. Instructor: Chris Johnson Program Center Day/Time: Tuesday – 4:00-5:15 p.m. B17Y141: June 20, 2017 $20 R/$24 NR Deadline: June 13 B17Y132: August 1, 2017 $20 R/$24 NR Deadline: July 25

OLAF’S BIRTHDAY PARTY Even though it’s “Fall” and there’s no cold, ice, or snow on the ground. It’s a perfect evening for an “Olaf Party”.We’ll start with pizza and Hi-C for dinner. Then we’ll play “Pin the Carrot Nose on Olaf” and a few Olaf games. We’ll have an indoor snowball fight and play in the snow. We’ll make an Olaf craft, hear an Olaf story and even have some time for free play. So come and join us for an evening of great fun! Ages 4-6 Instructor: Janet Nush Program Center Day/Time: Friday: 6:00-8:15 p.m. B17Y139: September 8, 2017 $21 R/$25 NR Deadline: September 1 YOUNG ARTISTS PLAYDOUGH PRODUCTIONS In this variety art class, students will experiment with clay, tempera “I made it myself” – Children in this class will have their hands full of paints, water colors, abstracts and much more. Students should bring an fun. By following a recipe, chidren will mix, measure, and create their all-purpose art pad to first class. Taught by a graduate of the American very own playdough. We will roll, mold, and shape our clay into snakes, Academy of Art. Age 8-12. animals, and objects. Dress for the mess! This class includes a recipe card Instructor: P. Winkleman Program Center Art Room and a variety of playdough to take home. Day/Time: Monday: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Instructor: Chris Johnson Recreation Program Center B17Y001: June 12 – July 17, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Day/Time: Tuesday – 4:00 – 5:15 p.m. Deadline: June 5 B17Y133: June 27, 2017 $20 R/$24 NR B17Y002: July 24 – August 28, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR Deadline: June 20 Deadline: July 17 Day/Time: Friday – 10:00-11:15 a.m. B17Y003: September 11 – October 16, 2017 $52 R/$62 NR B17Y134: August 11, 2017 $20 R/$24 NR Deadline: September 4 Deadline: August 4

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 11 — Youth Dance — SUMMER DANCE PROGRAM FALL DANCE PROGRAM…. BALLET . . . TAP . . . A fun introduction for new students and a good review for returning HIP-HOP/JAZZ dancers… this short summer session will include basic barre and floor From the graceful movements of Ballet to the quick beat of Hip-Hop/Jazz work, and a song and dance routine with props. NO SPECIAL SHOES to the synchronized sounds of tapping toes we have it all! Come and see REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM. what all the commotion is about and have fun while learning a new dance Instructor: Chris Johnson Recreation Program Center style. Day/Dates: Thursdays – uneJ 22 – July 6, 2017 Students who are enrolled in the Fall Session will have priority registration B17Y037: Pre-Ballet – 10:30-11:15 a.m. $30 R/$36 NR for the Spring Session which will include our annual Spring Recital. White B17Y038: Ballet – 11:15 – 12:00 p.m. $30 R/$36 NR ballet shoes and black tap and jazz shoes should be worn for appropriate B17Y039: Tap – 12:00-12:30 p.m. $25 R/$30 NR classes. Shoes will be available for purchase during our first class. Those Deadline: June 15 registering for Spring Session – costume costs will be approx. $45-50 per Day/Dates: Thursdays: ulyJ 27 – August 10, 2017 costume. B17Y040: Pre-Ballet – 10:30-11:15 a.m. $30 R/$36 NR • Pre-Ballet: This class will introduce the basic steps and positions B17Y041: Ballet – 11:15 – 12:00 p.m. $30 R/$36 NR in ballet while learning a fun song and dance routine. Your child’s B17Y042: Tap – 12:00-12:30 p.m. $25 R/$30 NR confidence and appreciation for the art form will grow as they mas- Deadline: July 22 ter new skills and make new friends. BABY BALLET • Ballet: This class provides an excellent background for all types of Come “plie” and “releve” like the big girls do! Creative movement and dance. Coordination, strength and flexibility are complimented basic dance steps using music and props will be introduced in this fun with the grace and pose which ballet class offers. • Tapping Toes: Hear the synchronized sounds of tapping toes while class. Motor skills, coordination, and focus will be included during this 3 we shuffle off to buffalo learning multiple tap techniques. Classes week session. Dance shoes are not required. Ages 2 ½-31/2 with parent. Instructor: Chris Johnson Program Center will include basic principles of tap through music and movement exercises, with an emphasis on rhythm and timing. Day/Dates: Thursdays: 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. B17Y035: June 22 – July 6, 2017 $30 R/$36 NR • High Voltage Hip-Hop/Jazz: Learn the latest street-style moves just Deadline: June 15 like your favorite pop stars. Dance to the beat and get an excel- B17Y036: July 27 – August 10, 2017 $30 R/$36 NR lent work-out while improving muscle strength and flexibility. Fun Deadline: July 20 choreography will be inspired by popular music. Instructor: Jen Diamond Program Center Day/Dates: Wednesdays - September 13 – December 6, 2017 (No class November 22) Pre-Ballet – 3 ½-4 year olds B17Y026: 3:15-3:45 p.m. $80 R/$96 NR Beginning Tap – 4 ½ - Kdg. B17Y027: 3:45-4:15 p.m. $80 R/$96 NR Beginning Ballet – 4 ½ - Kdg. B17Y028: 4:15-4:45 p.m. $80 R/$96 NR Tap- Grades 1-3 B17Y029: 4:45-5:15 p.m. $80 R/$96 NR Ballet – Grades 1-3 B17Y030: 5:15-6:00 p.m. $94 R/$112 NR Beginning Jazz Grades 2-3 B17Y031: 6:00-6:30 p.m. $80 R/$96 NR Tap – Grades 4-6 B17Y032: 6:30-7:00 p.m. $80 R/$96 NR Ballet – Grades 4-6 B17Y033: 7:00-7:45 p.m. $94 R/$112 NR Jazz – Grades 4-6 B17Y034: 7:45 – 8:30 p.m. $94 R/$112 NR PARK DANCERS RECITAL The Mokena Park District’s talented ballet, hip-hop/jazz, and tap dance students will entertain you at our annual recital, “Dancing Through Time”. Family and friends are invited to view this production on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at the Lincoln-Way East High School Fine Arts and Performing Center. for more information on upocoming events Location: Lincoln-Way East High School Fine Arts & Performing mokena community park district Center, 201 Colorado Avenue, Frankfort.

12 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Youth Gymnastics —

Gymnastics classes offered in cooperation with Gym-Kinetics, 19220 Ridge Road, Mokena. Gym-kinetics offers one of the largest facilities in the area with the latest equipment and experienced staff. • Clothing – Comfortable clothes – leotards or shorts with t-shirts. No gym shoes, jewelry, tights. • Resident participants registering through Mokena Park District receive the discounted fees listed and the Gym-kinetics annual registration fee will be waived.

Session: June 19 –August 19, 2017 5 & 6 Yr. Old Beginner Girls Gymnastics (One hour) 50 minute class $138/R 1 Hour class $141/R In this introductory class, students will learn basic tumbling skills, and Tumbling $143/R introductory skills on balance beam, uneven bars, and vault. B17Y047: Monday: 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Baby Gym – (50 minutes) Wednesday: 9:00 a.m., 4:00 p.m. Thursday: 9:00 a.m. Walkers up to 2 yrs. with parent. Warm-up activities with music, Saturday: 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. climbing, crawling hanging, swinging, and jumping are just s sample of the activities your little one will experience. 7-11 Year Old Beginner Girls Gymnastics B17Y043: Thursday: 9:00 a.m. (One hour) B17Y048: Mom & Mini – (50 minutes) Monday: 10:00 a.m. Tues.: 4:00 p.m. Ages 2-3 with parent. Experience a wide range of gross motor activities Thursday: 10:00 a.m. using trampolines, balance beams, bars and rings in a fun, safe Saturday: 11:00 a.m. environment. B17Y044: Monday: 6:00 p.m. 5 & 6 Yr. Old Beginner Boys Gymnastics Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. (One hour) 3 Yr. Old Gymnastics – (50 minutes) In this introductory class students will learn fundamental skills on all six pieces of boy’s apparatuses: rings, parallel bars, high bar, pommel horse, No parent required. Introduction to gymnastics skills such as forward and vault, and tumbling. backward rolls, cartwheels, trampoline activities, balance beam, rings, and B17Y050: Monday: 9:00 a.m. more. Thursday: 10:00 a.m. B17Y045: Monday: 11:00 a.m., 4:00 p.m. Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. 7-13 Year Old Beginner Boys Gymnastics Thursday: 9:00 a.m. (One hour) Saturday: 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. see description above B17Y076: 4 & 5 Yr. Old Mini Gymnastics - (50 minutes) Monday 11:00 a.m. Wednesday: 6:00 p.m. Continue working on gross motor coordination using gymnastics equipment and skills; learn beginner tumbling and introduction to Beginner Tumbling (7 years and up) gymnastics apparatus. Designed with the cheerleader in mind. Girls will begin to learn B17Y046: Monday: 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. cartwheels, round offs, back bends and beginner stages of flip-flops. Cheer Wed.: 10:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. enthusiasts this is the class for you Thurs.: 9:00 a.m. B17Y077: Monday: 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. Thursday: 11:00 a.m.

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t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 13 — Summer Camps — Kiddie Camp Summer Sunshine And Kiddie Camp Open to ages 3 ½ - 5. (Age determined by first day of camp. 3 year olds Guidelines – Important Information! must be 3 by Jan. 1, 2017) 1. All campers must be pre-registered by June 9, 2017. Something special for the “little ones”, a fun-filled magical time. Activities 2. All campers must have waivers and medical forms completed and include games, stories, crafts, music, and special surprises. Nature, wildlife, returned to the Administration Center by June 9, 2017. Campers sand, and water are sure to please. Fee includes one camp t-shirt (4-day will not be allowed to attend camp if necessary documentation is not campers receive 2 shirts). Please indicate shirt size when registering. on file. Campers must be toilet-trained and ready to separate from parents for an 3. Campers must attend the days they are registered for and cannot extended period. This camp is held outdoors. switch days. Dates June 19 – July 20, 2017 4. Make-up days or refunds cannot be made for days campers are absent Location: Mokena Main Park, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena. from camp. (Please register for one of the following sessions:) 5. Refunds: Notify Mokena Park District by phone or fax a minimum Al7Y280: Monday & Wednesday 9:25 a.m. - 12:25 p.m. of seven (7) business days prior to the first day of camp. Requests Fees: $159 R/$189 NR must be made during the business hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Al7Y281: Tuesday & Thursday 9:25 a.m. - 12:25 p.m. Monday through Friday only. No refunds will be issued to those Fees: $144 R/$172 NR cancelling less than seven (7) business days prior to the first day of No camp July 4, 2017 camp, once camp has begun, or to persons who withdraw from camp Al7Y282: Monday through Thursday 9:25 a.m. - 12:25 p.m. without a written medical authorization. A service charge of $20 will Fees: $294 R/$350 NR be assessed for refunds requested before the deadline. No camp July 4, 2017 6. All campers must be toilet-trained. Counselors will not change Summer Sunshine diapers or pull-ups. Fun and excitement for ages 6-10. (Age determined by first day of camp.) 7. If someone other than a parent will be picking up a child from camp, This outdoor camp is an annual favorite, mini-day camp at its best. We’ll their name must be listed on the Pick-Up Authorization Form. A journey the world with arts, crafts, games, music and of course, Water camper will not be released to an unauthorized person. 8. Additional t-shirts can be ordered at registration for $9.00. Once Week! There will be some special surprises too! Fee includes one camp the registration deadline has passed, t-shirts will have very limited t-shirt (4-day campers receive 2 shirts). Please indicate shirt size when availability. registering. S (6-8), M (10-12), or L (14-16). Don’t miss this one! Requests for specific groups will only be accepted with early registration, June 19 – July 20, 2017 Location: Mokena Main Park, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena. and are not guaranteed. Requests for specific groups must be made by (Please register for one of the following sessions:) June 9, 2017. Siblings may not be assigned to the same group. If you wish Al7Y283: Monday & Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - 12: 30 p.m. your children to be in the same group, please request that they be assigned Fees: $149 R/$179 NR together 2017 Meet Your Counselor Day! Friday, June 16, 2017 Al7Y284: Tuesday & Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fees: $136 R/$163 NR Avoid the lines the first day of camp! Stop by Main Park between 12:30 – No camp July 4, 2017 1:30 p.m., find out what group you are in, meet your camp director and Al7Y285: Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. counselor, and get your camp shirt! Parents must stay with campers. Fees: $281 R/$337 NR Art Adventure Camps Ages 3-12 No camp July 4, 2017 Follow your imagination on this exciting adventure exploring color and Registration accepted after Friday, June 9, 2017 will be assessed an creativity. We’ll have fun experimenting with new forms of art using a additional $20 fee. variety of materials and media. Pencil sketching, painting, color mixing Lollipop Camp and textures are some of the concepts we’ll explore. Materials fee included For the little one not quite ready to attend camp without Mommy or in fee. Instructor: Ms. P. Winkleman Recreation Program Center Daddy. Games, picnics, bubbles, music, and their own mini-water day Dates/Times: Wednesdays: July 5 – August 2 are sure to please adult and child alike. One camp t-shirt (for child) is B17Y015: Ages 3-5: 2:00-3:00 p.m. $45 R/$54 NR included. Age 2-3 with an adult. Age determined as of first day of camp. B17Y016: This camp is held outdoors. Note: Some Lollipop Camp activities may be Ages 6-12: 3:15-4:15 p.m. $45 R/$54 NR Deadline: June 28 too young for older 3 year olds. If the older 3 year old can separate from their parents, they may be ready for Kiddie Camp. Summer Break Bowling Camp Location: Main Park Playground Area Orland bowl would like to give you a gift this summer you can carry Dates/Times: Mondays & Wednesdays: 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. with you for years to come - the skills to become a better bowler! Take A17Y286: June 19 – July 19, 2017 $103 R/$123 NR advantage of your time away from school and master a new skill with your friends. Each session includes bowling instruction along with practice time. A the end of the program, all bowlers will receive a certificate of completion. On the last day, there will be a pizza party! Ages 5-12. Location: Orland Bowl Dates/Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 12:30-2:00 p.m. B17Y284: June 19, 21, and 23 $43 R/ $51 NR

14 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] Summer Horse Camps At Nova Quarter Horses Lego Bat League Heroes Camp Come join us for fun filled days of learning horsemanship skills. You will Enter the dark city where a dangerous jokester and another evil villains have hands-on experience in grooming, bridling, and saddling horses. wreak havoc. Thankfully there is a bat hero who comes out each night to Every day will also include a riding lesson. On the last day, we will have a fight against the evildoers! The good guys will ride into action as campers horse show for the students to show their families and friends everything build motorized models of the bat hero’s speed vehicle, cycle and much they have learned! (Ages 7-18) more! Campers will use their imaginations and engineering skills to build Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. LEGO® technic models to fight crime in this thrilling camp of Bat heroes B17Y278: June 12-15, 2017 $320.00 R/$325.00 NR and villains. Each child takes home a custom LEGO® mini-figure at the B17Y279: June 19-22, 2017 $320.00 R/$325.00 NR end of camp. **Please bring your own NUT FREE snack & water each B17Y280 June 26-29, 2017 $320.00 R/$325.00 NR day** Ages: 5-10 (grades: K-4/5) B17Y281: July 10-13, 2017 $320.00 R/$325.00 NR Dates/Times: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-11:30 a.m. B17Y283: July 31-Aug. 3, 2017 Location Recreation Program Center $320.00 R/$325.00 NR B17Y128: June 27-29, 2017 $90 R/$108 NR B17Y282: July 24-27, 2017 (Advanced) Deadline: June 20 $320.00 R/$325.00 NR Lego Star Galaxy Far Away Camp Lego Remote Control Camp Join us on an adventurous journey through space! Build LEGO® models Making it move is the name of the game at this exciting camp! Kids to blast through the atmosphere into a realm that is truly out of this will love to see their creations in motion using LEGO® wireless remote world. Trust your space traveler’s building skills to pilot a spacecraft that controls. Each class, students will use fascinating and challenging LEGO® will bring you back to your home planet safely. We’ll build motorized components to create dynamic vehicles, inventions, machines and more. models that represent spacecraft from your favorite star saga movies. As they enjoy the fun of building, campers will understand the basic Come experience this stellar journey to a galaxy far, far away! Each child working principles of many ingenious devices that are part of our everyday takes home a custom LEGO® mini-figure at the end of camp. **Please lives. Students will also learn how to magnify, diminish and redirect force bring your own NUT FREE snack & water each day** Ages: 5-10 (grades: to move objects at different speeds and in different directions. Each child K-4/5) takes home a custom LEGO® mini-figure at the end of camp. **Please Dates/Times: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-11:30 a.m. bring your own NUT FREE snack & water each day** Location Recreation Program Center Ages 5-10 (Gr K-4/5) B17Y130: July 18-20, 2017 $90 R/$108 NR Dates/Times: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-11:30 a.m. Deadline: July 11 Location Recreation Program Center B17Y126: June 13-15, 2017 $90 R/$108 NR Lego Junior Engineering Camp Deadline: June 6 Every child loves this STEM based engineering camp! We will build vehicles, animals, carnival rides and lots more fun models with LEGO® Lego Pokemon Challenge Camp bricks, technic parts, motors and battery packs. Campers will learn Get ready for an adventure in the world of Pokémon®! Capture wild to read model plans, build a variety of motorized and non-motorized Pokémon® creatures and train them for battle in the LEGO® Pokémon® models. Fun, yet educational, this camp will reinforce counting; number universe. Improve your accuracy and power as you learn new moves and recognition, fine motor skills, and your LEGO® fan will LOVE building use special abilities. Tap into your inner engineer at this three day event, models that really work! Each child takes home a custom LEGO® mini- as we build Dratini, Pikachu, Poké Balls, and more with LEGO® Bricks. figure at the end of camp. **Please bring your own NUT FREE snack & Bring your own Pokémon® trading cards if you wish to play and trade at water each day** Ages 5-10 (grades K-4/5) the end of each day. Do you have what it takes to become a Pokémon® Dates/Times: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-11:30 a.m. Master? Each child takes home a custom LEGO® mini-figure at the end Location Recreation Program Center of camp. **Please bring your own NUT FREE snack and water each day. B17Y131: August 8-10, 2017 $90 R/$108 NR Ages 5-10 (Gr K-4/5) Deadline: August 1 Dates/Times: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-11:30 a.m. Location Recreation Program Center B17Y129: July 11-13, 2016 $90 R/$108 NR Deadline: July 4 Lego Mining And Crafting Camp Based on the popular Minecraft™ game, kids will have lots of fun and use their creativity to experience the world of Minecraft™ with LEGO® bricks, as we bring Minecrafting™ out of the digital world! Kids will start by crafting their shelters and some of the mobs, critters and tools using LEGO® bricks. Students will face new crafting challenges each day, building models and key elements from the popular Minecraft™ game in this fun and engaging summer camp! No computers are used in this camp. Reserve your spot before this camp fills up FAST! Each child takes home a custom LEGO® mini-figure at the end of camp. **Please bring your own NUT FREE snack & water each day** Ages: 5-10 (grades: K-4/5) Dates/Times: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-11:30 a.m. Location Recreation Program Center B17Y127: June 20-22, 2017 $90 R/$108 NR Deadline: June 13 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 15 School is out but the fun is not! Join the Mokena Community Park District for some fun field trips and activities! Spend your day off with us: laughing, exploring and trying something new! Every day with Mokena Park District is sure to be an adventure! If you are interested in a chaperoning opportunity, please contact Rebecca Phetteplace at 708-390-2416. Ages: 5yrs-12yrs Time: 8am-3pm Fee: $45R/$54NR (That’s less that $7 an hour!) Field Trip Location Date Registration Deadline Santa’s Village Azoosment Park Friday, June 23rd Wednesday, June 14th Alice in Wonderland Friday, June 30th Wednesday, June 21st Pump it Up Friday, July 7th Wednesday, June 28th Lincoln Park Zoo Friday, July 14th Wednesday, July 5th Fire Zone Fun Friday, July 21st Wednesday, June 12th B17Y252: Santa’s Village Azoosment- East Dundee, IL A fun park filled with the best of both worlds! Children will have fun visiting, petting and feeding animals as well as riding 20+ rides that Santa’s village has! B17Y253: Alice in Wonderland- Palos Hills A children’s musical production of Alice in Wonderland at Dorothy Menker Theatre: Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and into a whirlwind adventure! Someone has stolen the Queen of Hearts prized tarts, and Alice is the prime suspect. With the help from her new friends, the Cheshire Cat, Humpty Dumpty, and the Mad Hatter, can Alice prove her innocence? B17Y254 Pump it Up-Orland Park, IL Kids will jump, slide and play at Pump It Up in private and secure play areas! B17Y255: Lincoln Park Zoo-Chicago, IL Children will enjoy the day learning about animals and visiting different exhibits, each child will get to ride on the Lincoln Park carousel as well! B17Y256: Fire Zone Fun- Schaumburg, IL The Fire Zone provides a safe, clean, fun and engaging environment for children to play in and explore. The Fire Zone’s supervised activities will ensure children’s safety, while challenging them to think, interact, imagine and have fun.

16 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] ATHLETIC CAMPS Floor Hockey Camp, Ages 6-11 Hoop School Summer Shooting Camp, This instructional camp is for youth ages 6-11, and activities are designed Ages 8-13 for players interested in learning the fundamentals of floor hockey and This basketball camp is for intermediate-to-advanced skilled basketball having fun. Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all activities are players who want to develop and enhance their shooting skills. The camp prepared and delivered by park district staff. Instruction will focus on is led by Tim Hanenburg, and he and his coaches will teach players the shooting, puck-handling, hand-eye coordination, and small-sided games. proper techniques of shooting off the pass and dribble and how to drill Park district will supply hockey sticks and pucks. those techniques effectively. Each player will have the opportunity to get Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center one-on-one shooting instruction, and they will receive a personal shooting Dates/Times: Monday-Friday: June 5-9, 2017 evaluation card with corrections and drills to improve their shooting. B17Y194: Ages 6-8 - 9:00-10:30 a.m. $44 R/$53 NR Each session includes competitions, lecture/drills, and an organized game. B17Y195: Ages 9-11 - 10:30am-12:00 p.m. Park district to provide basketballs. Deadline: May 29 Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center G2VBC Volleytots Camp, Ages 4-7 Dates/Times: Monday-Friday: July 24-28, 2017 B17Y190: Participants will be introduced to the sport of volleyball using fun and Ages 8-10 - 9:00am-12:00 p.m. $109 R / $130 NR B17Y191: Ages 11-13 - 12:00-3:00 p.m. $109 R / $130 NR age-appropriate activities. Players will be taught the very basics of Deadline: July 17, 2017 passing, setting, and spiking with a light and safe volleyball on a lowered and modified volleyball net. Activities are also designed to help players Lincoln-Way Area Tennis Camp, Ages 5-15 improve on their hand-eye coordination. All classes taught by John Garcia Players will be introduced to the sport of tennis using various drills and his staff. Park district to supply volleyballs. that will work on hand-eye coordination. Tennis professional Cindy Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Heidkamp and her staff will instruct the players on proper grips, various Dates/Times: Monday – Friday, June 12 – 16, 2017 stroke techniques (forehand, backhand, overhead, volley, and serve) along B17Y170: Ages 4-5 - 4:30-5:25 p.m. $52 R / $62 NR with areas of the court and scoring methods. Middle school participants B17Y171: Ages 6-7 - 5:30-6:25 p.m. $52 R / $62 NR will work at sharpening their skills and learn to use different strokes Deadline: June 7 in point and match play. All participants must bring their own tennis G2VBC Junior All-Skills Volleyball Camp, racquet and are encouraged to bring a water bottle. Tennis balls will be supplied for class, and all players will receive a t-shirt. Grades 6-8 Location: Main Park Tennis Courts This is an excellent opportunity for participants to have fun and improve Dates/Times: Monday – Thursday: July 31 - August 3, 2017 their skills in setting, passing, overhand serving, and spiking. Activities B17Y161: Ages 5-8 - 9:00-10:00 a.m. $48 R / $58 NR will be followed by small-sided games to allow for players to practice and B17Y162: Ages 9-11 - 10:00-11:00 a.m. $48 R / $58 NR apply their skills in a match environment. All classes taught by John B17Y163: Ages 12-15 - 11:00am-12:30 p.m. $62 R / $74 NR Garcia and his staff. Park district to supply volleyballs. Deadline: July 24 Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Dates/Times: Monday – Friday: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Running Camp, Boys Grades 6-12 B17Y172: July 17 – 21, 2017 $104 R / $124 NR Open to any boy interested in running or wanting to stay in shape for Deadline: July 10, 2017 their sport over the summer. No previous running experience necessary. Classes are conducted by Ross Widinski, high school cross country/track Hoop School Summer Skills Basketball Camp, coach, who has produced over 20 state qualifying athletes in the past 8 Ages 6-11 years. The program will improve your speed, power, and endurance for all This basketball camp is for children who want to develop their skills in sports. Bring running shoes and water. Rain dates will not be made up. a fun environment. The camp is led by Tim Hanenburg, and he and his Location: Main Park coaches will focus on teaching all of the fundamental skills of basketball Dates/Times: Mondays & Wednesdays: 8:00-10:00 a.m. including dribbling, passing, shooting, team play, and defense. The skills B17Y184: June 19 – July 19, 2017 $39 R/$47 NR will be taught and reinforced through a variety of dynamic drills and fun No class week of July 4th games with the opportunity to play an organized game at the end of each Deadline: June 7 session. Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Running Camp, Boys And Girls Grades 4-6 Dates/Times: Monday-Friday: June 19-23, 2017 This camp is for athletes looking to have fun and experience the sport of B17Y188: Ages 6-8 - 9:00-11:00 a.m. $55 R / $66 NR cross-country – no previous running experience necessary. Classes are B17Y189: Ages 9-11 - 11:00am-1:00 p.m. $55 R / $66 NR taught by avid cross-country runner Peggy Luther, who is a former cross- Deadline: June 12, 2017 country and track coach. She will focus on important running techniques that improve running form and endurance. Runners should dress in appropriate clothing, wear running shoes, and bring water to every class. Rain dates will not be made up. Location: Main Park Dates/Times: Monday – Friday: 10:00-11:30 a.m. B17Y185: June 19 – June 29, 2017 $39 R/$47 NR Deadline: June 12

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 17 Skyhawks Sand Volleyball Camp Ages 6-12 Skyhawks Volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it together in one fun-filled camp. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player. Our volleyball staff will assist each athlete in developing fundamental skills through game-speed drills and daily scrimmages aimed at developing the whole player. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, two snacks, water bottle, and sunscreen. All participants will receive a t-shirt and a merit award! Location: Main Park Sand Volleyball Courts Days/Times Monday-Friday: 9:00-12:00 p.m. B17Y196: July 17-21, 2017 $119R / $150 NR Deadline: July 10 Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp, Ages 8-14 Our multi-sport camp is designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. For this program we combine soccer, Soccer Camp, Ages 6-11 flag football and baseball into one fun-filled week. Athletes will learn the This instructional camp is for youth ages 6-11, and activities are designed rules & essentials of each sport through skill-based games and scrimmages. for players interested in learning the fundamentals of soccer and having By the end of the week your child will walk away with knowledge of fun. Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all activities are prepared and multiple sports along with vital life lessons such as respect, teamwork, and delivered by park district staff. Instruction will cover some basic soccer self-discipline. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 10:1. All skills such as shooting, dribbling, and foot-eye coordination, but the focus participants will receive a t-shirt, ball, and merit award! will be teaching players how to play an organized game, using a 3 v 3 Participants should bring: Appropriate clothing, two snacks, water bottle format for maximum player participation. Park district will supply soccer and athletic shoes. A baseball glove is required. balls. Location: Willowview Park Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields Days/Times Monday-Friday: 9:00-12:00 p.m. Days/Times: Monday-Friday: June 19-23, 2017 B17Y197: July 10-14, 2017 $119R / $150 NR B17Y192: Ages 6-8 - 9:00-10:30 a.m. $44 R/$53 NR Deadline: July 3 B17Y193: Ages 9-11 - 10:30am-12:00 a.m. $44 R/$53 NR Deadline: Skyhawks Ultimate Frisbee Camp, Ages 7-12 June 12 Skyhawks Ultimate Frisbee is an exciting, non-contact team sport, played Strider Bike Camp, Ages 3-5 by thousands over the world. It mixes the best features of sports such STRIDER Camp™ is a Learn-to-Ride program that teaches kids of all ages as Soccer, Basketball, and American Football into an elegantly simple and all abilities how to ride on two wheels. The curriculum is built around yet fascinating and demanding game. Campers learn skills on both five, 1-hour sessions of learning, fun, socialization, and instruction - sure sides of Ultimate Frisbee including the core components of passing, to ignite a passion for riding! Upon completion of the course, children catching, and defense- all presented in a fun and positive environment. will have the balance and bike handling skills to ride on two wheels and Participants should bring appropriate clothing, two snacks, water bottle, never need training wheels! Student to instructor ratio is 3:1, and all and sunscreen. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 10:1. All activities are prepared and delivered by park district staff. Participants participants will receive a t-shirt and a merit award! should wear a bike helmet to every class. Location: Fox Ridge Park Football Field Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Days/Times: Monday-Friday: 9:00-12:00 p.m. Days/Times: Monday - Friday - 10:30-11:30 a.m. B17Y198: June 12-16, 2017 $119R / $150 NR B17Y182: July 24-28, 2017 $52 R / $62 NR Deadline: June 5 Deadline: July 17, 2017 SNAG® Golf Camp, Ages 7-12 BowDoc Archery Summer Camp Ages 8-17 SNAG® Golf is all about having FUN while learning the basics of golf. Is your young archer interested in becoming the next Robin Hood or This instructional program is a player-friendly, first-touch development Katniss? If so, this is the camp for them! Students will learn safety, proper program, and it has its own simplified rules, terminology, and equipment technique, form, and shooting etiquette. There will be a lot of shooting that adds fun to the learning and playing experience. The program builds games and fun with a constant emphasis on safety and respect. Camp on strong fundamentals of the different strokes and swings, and it develops will include with a tournament to crown new champion archers. Staff at playing ability quickly and effectively. All classes are taught by park BowDoc Archery are USA Certified Coaches. All levels of shooters are district staff, and student to teacher ratio is 6:1. Park district will supply welcome from beginners to experienced archers. BowDoc Archery will all equipment. supply all of the equipment that will be used for this camp. Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Location: The aksO Recreation and Fitness Center (Outdoors) Days/Times: Monday – Thursday: July 31 – August 3, 2017 Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. B17Y178: Ages 7-9 - 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. $59 R / $70 NR B17Y225: July 10-15, 2017 $125R / $150 NR B17Y179: Ages 10-12 -2:30 – 4:00 p.m. $59 R / $70 NR Deadline: July 3, 2017 Deadline: July 24

18 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Youth/High School Athletics — Bowlopolis Camp Come on out and learn to bowl! This camp includes 4 weeks of bowling instruction and shoe rental. Each child has the option to receive a new Bowling Ball with drilling. Thursdays: 5:00-6:00 p.m. Orland Bowl B17Y285: June 8 – 29, 2017 (w/ball) $75 R/$87 NR The following Athletic Summer Camps can B17Y286: June 8 – 29, 2017 (No ball) $55 R/$63 NR be found in the Summer Camp section: B17Y287: July 6 – 27, 2017 (w/ball) $75 R/$87 NR • Boys Running Camp, Grades 6-12 B17Y288: July 6 – 27, 2017 (No ball) $55 R/$63 NR Saturdays: • Boys And Girls Running Camp, 11:30-12:30 p.m. B17Y289: Grades 4-8 Sept. 9-30, 2017 (w/ball) $75 R/$87 NR B17Y290: Sept. 9-30, 2017 (no ball) $55 R/$63 NR • Floor Hockey Camp, Ages 6-11 • G2VBC Volleytots Camp, Ages 4-7 Lincoln-Way Summer Slam Tennis Tournament – Coed Singles The perfect way to end a great summer of tennis! This is a recreational youth tournament that • G2VBC Junior All-Skills Volleyball consists of junior match play for beginning-to-intermediate players, ages 8-14. The event will be led Camp, Grades 6-8 by tennis professional Cindy Heidkamp and her staff, and it will consist of Coed 10’s, 12’s, and 14’s • Hoop School Summer Skills Basket- divisions - USTA membership is not required. Snacks and prizes will be provided. ball Camp, Ages 6-11 Location: Main Park Tennis Courts Dates/Times: Saturday, July 22, 2017: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Hoop School Summer Shooting B17Y157: Co-ed 10’s $20 R / $24 NR Camp, Ages 8-13 B17Y200: Co-ed 12’s $20 R / $24 NR • Lincoln-Way Area Tennis Camp, B17Y150: Co-ed 14’s $20 R / $24 NR Ages 5-15 Deadline: July 15 • Skyhawks Sand Volleyball Camp, Lincoln-Way Area Youth Tennis Ages 6-12 This play-based instructional program is taught by tennis professional Cindy Heidkamp and her • Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp, Ages staff, and it is designed for children under 10 years of age. Featuring the TAUTennis play format, 8-14 using age-appropriate equipment and courts scaled to the size of players, this program makes the game more accessible and fun by allowing kids to get involved right from the start. Players actively • Skyhawks Ultimate Frisbee Camp, acquire skills by working with each other! Age appropriate equipment will be available to use. Ages 7-12 Location: Grasmere Park Tennis Courts • Snag® Golf Camp, Ages 7-12 Summer – 6 weeks Dates/Times: Tuesdays: June 6 – July 18, 2017 • Soccer Camp, Ages 6-11 B17Y148: 5-7 years, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $58R / $62 NR • Strider Bike Camp, Ages 3-5 B17Y158: 8-10 years, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $58R / $62 NR Deadline: May 31, 2017 VOLUNTEER COACHING No class July 4 The park district relies on volunteers to coach Fall – 6 weeks teams in its recreational leagues. Experienced Dates/Times: Tuesdays: August 29 – October 3, 2017 coach or new to the game, we’d love to have B17Y149: 5-7, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $58 R / $69 NR you be part of the team. If you are interested B1Y159: 8-10 years, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $58 R / $69 NR in volunteering your time to coach a team, Deadline: August 23, 2017 please contact the Administration Center at 708-390-2408. All volunteer head coaches Lincoln-Way Area Junior Tennis must complete an application, liability This play-based instructional program is taught by tennis professional Cindy Heidkamp and her waiver, and background check prior to the staff, and it is for players 14 (years of age) and Under that are transitioning between Beginner and commencement of any coaching duties. Intermediate skill levels. As the progression program from Youth Tennis, players will continue to If you are interested in coaching but feel work on their technique, movement, and tactics using the skill and age-appropriate tennis balls. you don’t know enough to teach a sport, Team Tennis makes the game more accessible and more fun by allowing kids to continue to develop please know that the park district does have their game in a fun team atmosphere. Location: a support system in place to assist with Main Park Tennis Courts Summer – 6 weeks your needs. In addition to basic coaching Dates/Times: education, the park district also provides Saturdays: 9:30-11:00 a.m. B17Y160: sport-specific curriculums so volunteer June 10 – July 15, 2017 $75 R / $90 NR Deadline: coaches may deliver the best possible sports June 3rd, 2017 experience to the participants.

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 19 G2VBC Youth Volleyball Academy, Grades 1-7 Little Stars – Silver Level, Ages 4-5 This is an 8-week instructional program for boys and girls in grades 1-7. This is a 6-week instructional program for children ages 4-5 that have Activities are designed for players interested in learning the fundamentals completed at least one Bronze Level program. Activities are designed to of volleyball and having fun. The program focuses on maximum ball be fun and have a higher level of difficulty for coordination and sports touches and participation for the player, both of which are instrumental development. Participants will participate in two weeks of activities for player development. Student to instructor ratio is 10:1, and all for the following sports: soccer, basketball, and volleyball! Student to activities are prepared and delivered by John Garcia and his staff. instructor ratio is 5:1, and all activities are prepared and delivered by park Location: The aksO Rec Center district staff. Instruction will focus on fun, coordination, and basic skills Summer for each sport. Dates/Times: Wednesdays: June 7 – July 26, 2017 Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center B17Y164: Grades 1-2, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $65 R / $78 NR Dates/Times: Wednesdays: 4:00-4:45 p.m. B17Y165: Grades 3-4, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. $65 R / $78 NR B17Y177: August 9 – September 13, 2017 $37 R / $44 NR B17Y166: Grades 5-6, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. $65 R / $78 NR Deadline: August 2, 2017 Deadline: May 31 Fall SNAG® Golf – Ages 7-12 Dates/Times: Wednesdays: August 9 – Sept. 27, 2017 SNAG® Golf is all about having FUN while learning the basics of golf. B17Y167: Grades 1-2, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $65 R / $78 NR This instructional program is a player-friendly, first-touch development B17Y168: Grades 3-4, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. $65 R / $78 NR program, and it has its own simplified rules, terminology, and equipment B17Y169: Grades 5-6, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. $65 R / $78 NR that adds fun to the learning and playing experience. The program builds Deadline: August 2 on strong fundamentals of the different strokes and swings of golf, and it develops playing ability quickly and effectively. Student to instructor ratio Home School P.E. – Ages 5-10 is 4:1, and all activities are prepared and delivered by park district staff. This new and exciting program gives kids the opportunity to stay active, Park district will supply all equipment. have fun, and meet new friends. It is a 12-week developmental program Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center designed for home-schooled children seeking structured physical activity. Dates/Times: Saturdays: September 9 – October 14, 2017 Activities will focus mainly on health, physical fitness, and team work with B17Y180: Ages 7-9, 1:00 – 1:55 p.m. $59 R / $71 N an emphasis on sports development. Student-to-instructor ratio will be B17Y181: Ages 10-12, 2:00 – 2:55 p.m. $59 R / $71 N 5:1, and all classes will be led by Park District staff. Deadline: September 2, 2017 Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Dates/Times: Tuesdays: September 12 – November 22, 2017 Strider Bike, Ages 3-5 B17Y173: Ages 5-7 - 10:00-10:45 a.m. $45 R / $54 NR STRIDER BIKE™ is a Learn-to-Ride program that teaches kids of all ages B17Y174: Ages 8-10 - 11:00-11:45 a.m. $59 R / $71 NR and all abilities how to ride on two wheels. The curriculum is built around Deadline: September 5, 2017 five, 1-hour sessions of learning, fun, socialization, and instruction - sure to ignite a passion for riding! Upon completion of the course, children Hoop School – FUNdamentals will have the balance and bike handling skills to ride on two wheels and This program is for boys and girls, ages 6-11, that want to develop their never need training wheels! Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all skills in a fun environment. The program will focus on teaching all of the activities are prepared and delivered by park district staff. Participants fundamental skills of basketball including dribbling, passing, shooting, should wear a bike helmet to every class. team play, and defense. The skills will be taught and reinforced through a Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center variety of dynamic drills and fun games with the opportunity to play an Dates/Times: Tuesdays: 10:00-11:00 a.m. organized game at the end of each session. Players will be separated by age B17Y183: August 1 -29, 2017 $39 R / $47 NR and skill under the direction of Tim Hanenburg and his staff. Deadline: July 25, 2017 Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Dates/Times: Saturdays: September 9 – October 14, 2017 Super Sluggers Baseball – B17Y186: Ages 6-8 - 9:00-10:30 a.m. $66 R / $79 NR Games Development B17Y187: Ages 9-11- 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $66 R / $79 NR This is an 8-week instructional program for children ages 4-5, and Deadline: September 2, 2017 activities are designed for children interested in learning how to play a baseball game. Student to instructor ratio is 6:1, and all activities are Little Stars – Bronze Level, Ages 3-4 prepared and delivered by park district staff. Instruction will cover some This is a 4-week instructional program for children ages 3-4. Activities are basic baseball skills such as hitting, throwing, and hand-eye coordination, designed to mainly emphasize hand-eye and foot-eye coordination, fun, but the focus will be teaching players how to play an organized game. and basic skills for the following sports: soccer, volleyball, basketball, and Registration includes a uniform, and players should wear a hat and bring kickball! Student to instructor ratio is 3:1, and all activities are prepared a baseball glove to every class. Registration deadline is Saturday, May 6, and delivered by park district staff. 2017. Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Instructor: Park district staff Dates/Times: Wednesdays: August 9 – 30, 2017 Location: Willowview Park Baseball Fields B17Y175: 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. $25 R / $30 NR Day/Date: Saturdays, May 13 – July 15, 2017 B17Y176: 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. $25 R / $30 NR A17Y162: 9:00 – 9:55 a.m. Deadline: August 2, 2017 A17Y163: 10:00 – 10:55 a.m. Fee: $59 R / $70 NR

20 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] Chicago Fire – Fall Recreational Soccer Grades 1 – 3, Wednesdays League (Age 4 – Grade 6) Chicago Fire training sessions are on Tuesday evenings (6:00-7:00 p.m.). Players are placed onto teams by Park District staff and coached Boys & Girls by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games and The Chicago Fire and the Park District are teaming up to conduct an participate in a one-day, round-robin tournament at season’s end. Games instructional soccer league focusing on the basic skills for the beginning are played on Sundays (2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.) at Willowview Park. and novice youth players, Kindergarten thru 6th Grade. The program Team practices (led by volunteer coaches) will be once every other week on focuses on small-sided games for maximum touches on the ball and Thursdays. maximum participation for the player, both of which are instrumental for Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields player development. This program consists of eight professional training Coach Meeting: sessions with the Chicago Fire along with team practices (led by volunteer Thursday, August 3, 6:30 p.m. @ The Program Center coaches) during the week, and games on Sundays. Registration deadline Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 30, 4:45-6:00 p.m. for all divisions is Thursday, July 27, 2017. All players are expected to Dates: August 8– October 21, 2016 attend the player evaluation on Sunday, July 30, at the times listed below. Fees: $110 R / $132 NR Age 4 – Kindergarten, Tuesdays Grades 4 - 6, Thursday Chicago Fire training sessions are on Tuesday evenings (5:00-6:00 p.m.). Chicago Fire training sessions are on Wednesday evenings (6:00-7:00 Players are placed onto teams by Park District staff and coached by p.m.). Players are placed onto teams by Park District staff and coached volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games. Games are by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games and played on Sundays (1:00 p.m.) at Willowview Park. Team practices (led participate in a one-day, round-robin tournament at season’s end. Games by volunteer coaches) will be once every other week on Thursdays. are played on Sundays (3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.) at Willowview Park. Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields Team practices (led by volunteer coaches) will be once every other week on Coach Meeting: Tuesdays. Wednesday, August 2, 6:30 p.m. @ The Program Center Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 30, 1:00 -2:15 p.m. Coach Meeting: B17Y209: August 8 – October 15, 2017 Thursday, August 4, 6:30 p.m. @ The Program Center Fees: $105 R / $126 NR Player Evaluation: Tuesday, July 30, 6:00-7:15 p.m. Age 4 – Kindergarten, Wednesdays B17Y212: August 9– October 22, 2017 Chicago Fire training sessions are on Wednesday evenings (5:00-6:00 Fees: $110 R / $132 NR p.m.). Players are placed onto teams by Park District staff and coached by Grades 7-8, Thursday volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games. Games are Chicago Fire training sessions are on Thursday evenings (5:00-6:00pm). played on Sundays (1:45 p.m.) at Willowview Park. Team practices (led Players are placed onto teams by Park District staff and coached by by volunteer coaches) will be once every other week on Thursdays. volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games and Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields participate in a round-robin tournament at season’s end. Games are Coach Meeting: played on Sundays (1:00 p.m. & 2:15 p.m.) at Mokena Junior High Wednesday, August 2, 6:30 p.m. @ The Program Center School. Team practices (led by volunteer coaches) will be once every other Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 30, 2:15-3:30 p.m. week on Tuesdays. B17Y210: August 9 – October 15, 2017 Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields & Mokena Junior High Fees: $105 R / $126 NR School Grades 1 – 3, Tuesdays Coach Meeting: Chicago Fire training sessions are on Tuesday evenings (6:00-7:00 Thursday, August 4, 6:30 p.m. @ The Program Center p.m.). Players are placed onto teams by Park District staff and coached Player Evaluation: by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games and Sunday, July 30, 2:30-4:00 p.m. @ Mokena Junior High participate in a one-day, round-robin tournament at season’s end. Games School are played on Sundays (2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.) at Willowview Park. B17Y213: July 30– October 22, 2017 Team practices (led by volunteer coaches) will be once every other week on Fees: $110 R / $132 NR Thursdays. Location: Willowview Park Soccer Fields Coach Meeting: Thursday, August 3, 6:30 p.m. @ The Program Center Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 30, 3:30-4:45 p.m. B17Y211: August 8– October 21, 2016 Fees: $110 R / $132 NR

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 21 — All Ages — Mommy & Me At Nova Quarter Horses Bowling – Family Twosome Club Celebrate Mother’s Day “horsing around” with your child at Nova Pair up mom or dad with son or daughter or even big brother or little Quarter Horses! This fun filled experience includes a riding lesson and sister, and come out every Monday to bowl. Two bowlers per team, one a tour of the barn where you will have the opportunity to learn how to adult with one child required. Bumper bowlers will play 2 games per week; groom a horse. Then it’s time to get crafty! Every child will be provided non-bumpers will play 3 games per week. Each participant must pay a with the materials needed to make mom a memorable keepsake. Come bi-weekly fee ($20/non-bumpers, $16/bumpers) to Orland Bowl starting out and join us for this very unique Mother’s Day experience! the 2nd week of play. Age 5 & up. Nova Quarter Horses, 10129 W. 187th St., Mokena Day/Time: Every Monday: 6:30 p.m. Orland Bowl A17E226: Friday, May 12 – 5:30-7:00 p.m. $60 R/$72 NR Date: May 8 – August 7, 2017 (no bowling on May 28) (per couple) B17E226: With Bumpers $16 $17 R/$19 NR B17E227: No Bumpers $20 per add’l person A17E227: Saturday, May 13 – 3:30-5:00 p.m. $60 R/$72 NR Karate (per couple) Children, teens, and adults will benefit from this year-round, multi- $17 R/$19 NR generational program. Taught under the supervision of Grand Master per add’l person Roger Jerome and Master Dotty Jerome, this program is designed to take students all the way to black belt. Participants will begin by stretching and Daddy & Me At Nova Quarter Horses then are divided according to rank. Gis (uniform) and rank certification Celebrate Father’s Day “horsing around” with your child at Nova Quarter are available from the instructor for an additional fee. Horses! This fun filled experience includes a riding lesson and a tour of the • Little Dragons (ages 5-6) will work on basic techniques and escapes barn where you will have the opportunity to learn how to groom a horse. while developing self-confidence, focus, attention span, discipline, Then it’s time to get crafty! Every child will be provided with the materials and flexibility. needed to make dad a memorable keepsake. Come out and join us for this • Youth Program (ages 6-15) places emphasis on proper attitude, very unique Father’s Day experience! discipline, self-confidence, and flexibility. The physical aspect of the Location: Nova Quarter Horses, 10129 W. 187th St., Mokena sport is a healthy activity teaching readiness. B17E276: Friday, June 16 – 6:30-8:00 p.m. $60 R/$72 NR • Adults (ages 16 & over) will continue working on proper attitude, (per couple) discipline, self-confidence, and flexibility. $17 R/$19 NR • Instructor: Master Jerome The aksO – Cypress Room per add’l person Day/Time: Monday: 7:45-8:30 p.m. B17E277: Saturday, June 17 – 3:30-5:00 p.m. $60 R/$72 NR A17E230: June 19 – August 14, 2017 $58 R/$69 NR (per couple) After June 12 Add $5 $17 R/$19 NR No class July 3, July 31 per add’l person B17E229: August 21- October 16, 2017 $58 R/$69 NR After August 14 Add $5 Horseback Riding Lessons – A17E226 No class Sept. 4, Oct. 2 Enjoy learning to horseback ride at Nova Quarter Horse, Inc. Learn beginning through advanced, Western or English horse riding skills from Golf at White Mountain a qualified instructor. With both indoor and outdoor arenas, lessons are Golf lessons are taught by Dennis Piotrowski, PGA Professional, and his taught year round. Register through Mokena Park District and receive staff at the White Mountain Golf Course. All students receive instruction reduced rates two times. Additional lessons must be purchased through in a group format that includes proper grip, stance, full swing, pitching, Nova. Note: price good for one year, if redeemed after one year additional putting, rules, and etiquette. A $5 range ball fee is payable to the fees may be applied. Age 6 - adult. instructor at each class. Students are to bring a 7-iron to the first class. Location: Nova Quarter Horses, Inc., 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena. Day/Dates: Thursdays: ulyJ 6-27, 2017 5 / 1 hour lessons $165 Location: White Mountain Golf Course B17Y230: Juniors (age 7-17) 4:00-5:00 p.m. Hunting Safety – Illinois Department Of B17A231: Adults (18 and up) – 6:00-7:00 P.M. Natural Resources Fee: $69 R/$83 NR Sponsored by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Division of Deadline: June 30 Law Enforcement, and taught by IDNR certified instructor Bill Brady, this class covers wildlife identification, hunter ethics, firearms safety, shooting and archery, first aid, survival techniques, and hunting tips for ages 9 & up, hunter and non-hunter. Must attend both days and pas a written test to receive State of Illinois Hunter Safety Certificate of Competency. Preregistration is required, limited seating. No walk-ns. This class will fill before the deadline. Bring a bag lunch. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Class is held in the Program Center, far south end of parking lot of Mokena Main Park. B17E228: Saturday, September 30, - 2017 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. AND Sunday, October 1, 2017 – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

22 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Teen/Adults — Line Dance: Intermediate Wednesday PRIMETIMERS - Tuesday Get Together Wednesday Intermediate Line Dancing is back again. Maxine will teach For those 55 plus! We’ll brew the coffee and you provide the chatter 2 current intermediate level line dances per 6 week session. Participants while socializing with friends. Games, cards, and friendship on a must have knowledge of the basics in line dancing for this class: Quarter weekly basis. Our hostess Priscilla Winkleman will bring sunshine turns, half turns, triple forwards, back, and sides, and rock steps. Line and laughter to your day. Bring a friend or two along and let the good dances taught by Maxine are choreographed to contemporary music and times roll. From time to time, Primetimers may need to be cancelled to occasionally country. This class is not for beginners. Join the fun, get good accommodate Park District programming. In most cases, cancellations exercise, and dance, dance, dance. Expect thorough instruction and lots of will be announced in advance. review. Ages 18 & up. Day/Time: Tues.: 12:30-3:30 p.m. Instructor: M. Nowobilski Cypress Room Fee: $1 Day/Time: Wednesday: 1:00-2:00 p.m. Location: Walnut Room – Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center A17A030: May 3 – June 21, 2017 $49 R/$58 NR After April 26 Add $5 No class May 10 Art and Oil Painting Under the direction of a graduate of the American Academy of Art, students will learn land, seascape, and still life, while working on independent projects. Participants will be encouraged to develop their own personal painting style. Supply list available at registration. Age 16 & over. Instructor: P. Winkleman Recreation Program Center Art Room Day/Time: Monday: 7:00-9:00 p.m. B17A012: June 12 – July 17, 2017 $62 R/$74 NR Deadline: June 5 B17A013: July 24 – August 28, 2017 $62 R/$74 NR Line Dance – Advanced Friday Deadline: July 17 Experience is a MUST for Maxine’s Friday Advanced Line Dance class! B17A014: September 11 – October 16, 2017 $62 R/$74 NR Maxine will teach 1-2 advanced line dances per six week session, and Deadline: September 4 review other dances taught. Participants must have experienced with Senior Horseback Riding Lessons – A17A276 intermediate level dances for this class. Most advanced dances have Everyone can enjoy horseback riding lessons at Nova Quarter Horse. complicated and/or syncopated 8 counts with lots of quarter, half and full Whether you rode years ago or just always wanted to learn, now is your turns. Dance shoes are recommended. These dances are choreographed to chance! Nova offers a safe and gentle Western style of riding. Learn contemporary music. Expect thorough teaching and lots of review. 18 & Western or English riding skills from a qualified instructor. With both up. indoor and outdoor arenas, lessons are taught year round. Register Instructor: M. Nowobilski Cypress Room through Mokena Park District and receive discounted rates two times. Day/Time: Friday: 1:00-2:00 p.m. Additional lessons must be purchased through Nova. Prices are good one A17A028: June 2 – July 7, 2017 $49 R/$58 NR year from purchase date. After one year, additional fees may be applied. After May 26 Add $5 Location: Nova Quarter Horses, Inc., 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena. Line Dance Advanced Review – Monday Call Nova at (708) 479-3696 to schedule lessons. 3-lesson card is $75.00 Experience is a MUST for Maxine’s Advanced Line Dance Review class! Maxine will teach 1-2 advanced line dances per six week session, and Social Ballroom Level 1 review other dances taught. Participants must have experienced with In no time at all you’ll learn the basic steps of the waltz, foxtrot, rumba, intermediate level dances for this class. Most advanced dances have and jitterbug. Beginner class emphasizes fun, ease of movement, and complicated and/or syncopated 8 counts with lots of quarter, half and full music recognition. Dance partner is required. turns. Dance shoes are recommended. These dances are choreographed to Instructor: Becky Simon Program Center contemporary music. Expect thorough teaching and lots of review. 18 & Day/Time: Friday: 7:00 – 7:55 p.m. up. B17Y024: September 8-29, 2017 $100 R/$120 NR Instructor: M. Nowobilski Cypress Room (price per couple) Day/Time: Monday: 1:00-2:00 p.m. A17A031: May 1 - June 12, 2017 $49 R/$58 NR Social Ballroom Level 2 After April 24 Add $5 In no time at all you’ll learn the basic steps of the waltz, foxtrot, rumba, No class May 29 and jitterbug. Beginner class emphasizes fun, ease of movement, and A17A032: June 19 – July 24, 2017 $49 R/$58 NR music recognition. Level 2 continues with learning new patterns and new After June 12 Add $5 dances, including the cha-cha and hustle. Instructor approval required for Level 2. Dance partner is required. Instructor: Becky Simon Program Center Day/Time: Friday: 8:00 – 8:55 p.m. B17Y025: September 8-29, 2017 $100 R/$120 NR (price per couple) t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 23 — Adult Leagues/Athletics — Code Of Conduct Whether you are participating to learn a new skill or improve on something you learned earlier in life, please note that our goal is to ensure that every participant has FUN. The following conduct guidelines serve as a simple reminder that this is recreation, not professional sports: • Respect all participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Lead the way in creating a positive, recreational atmosphere. • Avoid the use of foul and/or inappropriate language. Set positive examples for the community. • Refrain from inflicting bodily harm on participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Play to have FUN. • Respect all equipment, supplies, and facilities provided by Mokena Community Park District. Registration Guidelines • All participants must be 18 years of age by the date of the first contest (unless otherwise noted). • First-come, first-served. Returning teams do not receive priority registration. • Teams may pay 50% of the registration fee to secure a spot. Remaining balance must be paid by the registration deadline. • Any team cancelling before the registration deadline will be charged 5% of the registration fee (minimum $10). No refund will be issued to teams cancelling after the registration deadline. • There will be a $25 late fee for any team registering after the registration deadline. Free Agency Want to play in a league, but don’t have a team? Call the Administrative Office at 708-390-2401, and we’ll try to get you placed on an existing team. If enough free agents are available, we will create a new team. Team placement is not guaranteed. Men’s Basketball Leagues – 5 V 5 Leagues are offered at 18 & Over and 30 & Over divisions. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games, and the number of teams qualifying for the playoffs will be determined by the number of participating teams. Team rosters must consist of a minimum of 5 players or a maximum of 12 players. Cash prizes for winners of the regular season and playoffs. Summer - Location: The Oaks Rec Center Deadline: Wednesday, May 24, 2017 Captains’ Meeting: May 3 1, 6:45 p.m. at The Oaks Rec Center Men’s 18+ – Mondays – B17A205 Start Date: June 7, 2017 Men’s 30+ – Tuesdays – B17A206 Indoor Coed Volleyball Leagues – 6 V 6 Start Date: June 8, 2017 Fall - Location: Mokena Jr. High School Leagues are offered at A, B, C, & D levels. Each team is guaranteed to Deadline: Wednesday, September 6, 2017 play 10 matches, and the number of teams qualifying for the playoffs will Captain’s Meeting: be determined by the number of participating teams. Team rosters must September 13, 6:45 p.m. at The Oaks Rec Center consist of a minimum of 6 players or a maximum of 12 players. Cash prizes for winners of the regular season and playoffs. Registration deadline Men’s 18+ - Mondays – B17A207 for all leagues is Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Captains’ meeting for all Start Date: September 18, 2017 leagues is Wednesday, September 6, 6:45 p.m. at The Oaks Recreation and Men’s 30+ - Tuesdays – B17A208 Fitness Center. Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Start Date: September 19, 2017 A League (competitive) – Mondays – B17A201 Fee: (all divisions) $475 R/$500 NR Fee: $330 R / $355 NR Game times (all divisions) 7:00-8:00 p.m. Start Date: September 11, 2017 Match Times: 6:45-8:45 p.m. B League (upper-intermediate) – Tuesdays – B17A202 Fee: $330 R / $355 NR Start Date: September 12, 2017 Match Times: 6:45-8:45 p.m. C League (lower-intermediate) – Tuesdays – B17A203 Fee: $330 R / $355 NR Start Date: September 12, 2017 Match Times: 6:45-8:45 p.m. D League (recreational) – Wednesdays – B17A204 Fee: $330 R / $355 NR Start Date: September 13, 2017 Match Times: 6:45-8:45 p.m.

24 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] G2VBC Adult Volleyball Lessons This instructional volleyball program is for players 18-years-of-age and older. The program introduces new adult players and welcomes back past players at the beginner level. John Garcia and his staff will teach technique and help participants build skills that will help prepare them for recreational and lower-intermediate match play. Activities will focus around the team concept and cover the basics of volleyball skills, specifically serving, passing, setting, blocking, and hitting. Day/Time: Thursdays: 7:00-8:00 .m.p Summer - Main Park Sand Courts B17A153: June 8 – July 27, 2017 $62 R/$74 NR Deadline: June 1, 2017 Fall - The Oaks Rec Center B17A154: August 17-Sept. 21, 2017 Deadline: August 10

SNAG® Golf For Adults – Ages 50+ SNAG® Golf is all about having FUN while learning the basics of golf. This instructional program is a player-friendly, first-touch development program, and it has its own simplified rules, terminology, and equipment that adds fun to the learning and playing experience. The program builds on strong fundamentals of the different strokes and swings, and it develops playing ability quickly and effectively. Classes are taught by Park District staff, and teacher-to-student ratio is 6:1. The program is appropriate for any adult looking to either learn the game of golf or simply get a little exercise. Park district will supply all equipment. Day/Time: Fridays: 9:00-10:00 a.m. Oaks Rec Center B17A155: June 2 – July 28, 2017 $78 R/$93 NR Deadline: May 26 B17A156: August 18-Sept. 29, 2017 $78 R/$93 NR Deadline: August 11

Lincoln-Way Area Adult Tennis This instructional tennis program is for players 21 years-of-age and older. Whether you’ve never played the game before or are looking for a chance to dust off your racquet, this class is for you. Tennis professional Cindy Heidkamp and her staff will provide weekly instruction on the different fundamental strokes of tennis. Players will learn groundstrokes, volleys, serves, overheads, scoring, and areas of the court. Each class will consist of point-play and lots of exercise in a fun and social environment. Players • Coming Soon! • should provide their own racquet and water bottle for each class. Location: Main Park Tennis Courts Day/Time: Wednesdays: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Watch our website and Social Media sites B17A151: May 17 – June 21, 2017 $62 R / $74 NR Deadline: May 10 B17A152: June 28 – August 2, 2017 $62 R / $74 NR for exciting information about the Grand Deadline: June 21 Openings of the Yunker Farm Splash Park and the Park ‘n Bark Dog Park, both located at the new Yunker Park site at 10824 La Porte Road.

• See page 41 for a map with detailed amenities.

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 25 — All Ages Open Gym — Open Gym is offered at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. For the current Open Gym schedule, please visit the Registration Desk at The Oaks or our website, www.mokenapark.com. For more information, call The Oaks Registration Desk at (708) 390-2343. Open Gym schedule is subject to change without notice.

The Oaks Open Gym Guidelines Open Gym Photo ID • Scheduled Open Gym available to members of The Oaks Fitness Center, residents of Mokena Community Park District, and non-residents of Mokena Community Park District. • Participants are required to obtain an Open Gym photo ID pass from the Front Desk and sign a waiver. New waivers are required every Novem- ber 1st. Note: $5 fee to replace lost or misplaced ID card • Participants will need to present two forms of identification: Proof of residency and a Photo ID. Anyone presenting false information will be permanently barred from the facility. • Adults – Valid Driver’s License, Bank/Credit Card Statement, Current Utility Bill • Youth (under 16) Current Report Card/School Schedule, Birth Certificate, School ID • ALL participants, including members of the fitness center, must check in at the registration desk with their Open Gym ID and appropriate fees for daily admittance to the open gym. • Fee based programs are NOT included as part of the open gym program (Leagues, etc.)

Open Gym Fees Options Resident Non-Resident Daily Visit $4 $13 10-punch card $35 $125 20-punch card $60 $240 40-punch card $100 $460

• Daily visits and punch cards are non-refundable and non-transferable • One daily visit = one punch on the card • 10-Punch cards expire 12 months from date of purchase. 20- and 40-punch cards expire 18 months from date of purchase. • Fees are subject to change without notice. • Lost or stolen cards will not be replaced. • Punch cards must be presented at check-in to gain admittance. Field House Policies • Clean athletic shoes – NO street shoes or shoes that leave black marks • Shirts must be worn at all times • No food allowed in gym • Only water in plastic drink bottles is permitted. • No slam dunking or hanging on rim or net. • No fighting, foul or obscene language, spitting or graffiti • Unacceptable behavior will result in expulsion from facility • Gym Attendant is in charge of enforcing policies for your safety and enjoyment. In cases of dispute or player misconduct, the gym attendant’s ruling is final. • Sharing courts and goals is a must. Gym attendant reserves the right to split full court games to half court games when deemed necessary. • Park District not responsible for lost or stolen items • Basketballs available for use in exchange for a Driver’s License, Membership Card, School ID, or keys. An open gym ID issued by the Park Dis- trict will not be accepted. The item left will be returned when the basketball is returned. • Additional fees may apply for Open Gym activities.

26 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Health & Wellness Programs — Group Exercise Whether your goal is to lose weight, build strength, or improve overall Policies health, our classes provide the environment you need to stay motivated • One group exercise class = one punch on the card. and continually enhance your physical and mental well being. For class • All participants will check in at the Registration Desk to show their descriptions and schedule, check with the Oaks Reception Desk or visit driver’s license and Group Exercise punch card. our website at www.mokenapark.com. • Participation in group exercise classes is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Group exercise classes are available to members of The Oaks Recreation • Please be on time for class. We suggest arriving early to help ensure and Fitness Center, residents and non-residents of the Mokena your spot in class. Community Park District. • Each class requires a minimum of 5 participants for 3 weeks or the class may be canceled. Our Group Exercise Punch Card allows you to participate in the class • Individuals must be at least 16 years of age to participate in group you choose, at the time that is convenient for you! For the current Group exercise classes, 14-15 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Exercise schedule, please visit the Oaks Reception Desk or our website, • Punch cards may not be used toward specialty (fee-based) classes. www.mokenapark.com. • Single classes and punch cards are non-refundable. • Questions or Comments? Give us your feedback at (708) 390-2343 Fitness Center Members or [email protected]. • Members of the fitness center receive unlimited access to Group Ex- NOTE: Schedule and instructors are subject to change without notice. For ercise classes at The Oaks. Exception: Specialty (fee based) programs class descriptions and schedule, please visit the Oaks Reception Desk or are not included. refer to our website at www.mokenapark.com. • Members who would like to participate in Group Exercise classes must sign in at the Registration Desk prior to participating in a Group Exercise Classes class. Total Body Conditioning Pilates • There will be a fee of $5 to replace lost or misplaced membership cards. Boot Camp Lower Body Blast Barbell Strength AOA Aerobic Tone Non-fitness Members Cycle/ Strength Fusion Totally Toned • Non-fitness members are encouraged to attend group exercise H.I.I.T Training Circuit Intervals classes by purchasing a 10 or 20 class punch card or paying for a Combo Intervals Hatha Yoga single class visit. Vinyasa Yoga Soulful Sunday Yoga • Punch cards are non-transferable and are non-refundable. Be Strong Yoga/Meditation Circuit Craze Muscle Madness Resident Non-resident Options Non- fitness Member Non-fitness Member Sunrise Cycle Open Flow Yoga Step Out of the Box Challenge Ride Single class $7 $9 Combo Intervals Quick Burn One 10-punch card $65 $85

One 20-punch card $120 $160

*Punch cards may be purchased at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Registration Desk. Expiration Date: 10 Punch ~12 months from date of purchase; 20 Punch ~18 months from date of purchase.

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Sunrise Power Hour Beach Ready Fit Challenge Come and improve your fitness level while working on sports Get fit, motivated & educated for the summer! Improve your health & agility training, plyometrics, explosive power drills and basic interval energy! Have a blast weekly with indoor/outdoor workouts, circuits & training all in one packed calorie burning total conditioning class! drills & other fun fitness challenges! Join our motivational trainers and Session includes being measured at the beginning and at the end of the be a part of our team atmosphere while having fun, learning how to bust eight weeks for overall body fat reduction and improved cardiovascular through exercise & nutritional plateaus while losing weight & competing endurance. Note: This class is suitable for individuals who have been for fitness prizes. Note: “Beach Ready Fit Challenge” is geared towards exercising on a consistent basis who are at least an intermediate level of individuals who are looking to lose weight and who are at a basic to fitness with no current injuries or major health concerns. Ages 18 & Up. intermediate level of fitness and on an existing workout regimen. Ages 18 Instructor: L. Clarke The aksO Field House and up. Days/Time: Tuesdays/Thursdays: 7:00-8:00 a.m. 16 Classes Competition includes the following: B17A051: May 23 – July 18, 2017 $105 R/$125 NR • Weekly weigh-ins Deadline: May 21 • A combo of Personal Trainers to provide a variety of different No class July 4 workouts B17A053: July 25 – September 14, 2017 $105 R/$125 NR • Social and motivating team atmosphere Deadline: July 23 • Eight group sessions • Fun fitness workouts, exercise & nutrition education • Offsite/Outdoor Workouts (Weather permitting) • Two week free trial to The Oaks to non-members who join the competition Day/Time: Sundays: 7:30-8:45 a.m. The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center B17A052: June 18-August 13, 2017 $89 R/$106 NR Deadline: June 14 No Class: Sunday, July 2 *Please note: Prizes are awarded for various fitness/wellness challenges as well as percentage of weight lost. You must be present at a minimum of 4 sessions to be eligible for grand prizes.

— Zumba Programs — Zumba® Do you want to love working out, burn tons of calories and get hooked? Join our dynamic Zumba® instructors Heidi & Lisa to achieve long term benefits while having a blast! Zumba ®combines Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create an awesome, exhilarating workout that will leave you breathless and wanting more. Come join us for an hour of energizing, awe-inspiring, hip swinging, whole body movements meant to engage and captivate! Ages 16 & up. Note: Oaks Members receive a discount for Zumba® classes! If you are a member, you must register at the Oaks Reception Desk to receive your discount. Instructor: L. Corrao Cypress Room Days/Time: Mondays: 6:30-7:30 p.m. 8 Classes B17A054: July 10 – August 28, 2017 $48 R/$57 NR Deadline: July 8 B17A055: September 18 – November 6, 2017 $48 R/$57 NR Deadline: September 16

Days/Time: Thursdays: 7:00-8:00 .m.p 8 Classes B17A056: July 13 – August 31, 2017 $48 R/$57 NR Deadline: July 11 B17A057: September 21 – November 9, 2017 $48 R/$57 NR Deadline: September 19

28 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Specialty Mind/Body Programs —

NEW! Mindfulness And Me AOA Gentle Yoga So often we ask children to “pay attention”, but we don’t teach them how. “Active Older Adult” Gentle Yoga is an hour yoga class incorporating Growing up in a “plugged in” and screen focused world leaves little or no flexibility & basic yoga components to improve range of motion time for children to learn how to pay attention or just “be present”. In this throughout the aging process. Learn how to decrease stress & tension as five week class, parents and children will become connected to the lifelong well as lengthening the body. Last part of the class focuses on relaxation practice of mindfulness (the space between stimulus and response). techniques. Ages 21 and up. Mindfulness can help with difficult emotions and focus. We will cover Instructor: L. Gurak Walnut Room mindful breath, body awareness, listening, generosity and much more; Days/Time: Tuesdays: 10:00-11:00 a.m. 8 Classes please note that this class is not focused on meditation. Each class includes B17A061: May 16 – July 11, 2017 $60R/$72NR music, story/craft time and a journal response. This practice can positively Deadline: May 14 impact the lives of children in and outside of school. Includes take-home No Class: July 4 materials to help continue the mindfulness practice at home. Ages 5-8 B17A062: August 8 – September 26, 2017 years. Deadline: August 6 Instructor: R. Glawe Walnut Room Days/Time: Thursdays: 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. 5 Classes NEW! Ageless Grace B17Y058: June 15 – July 27, 2017 $100R/$120NR Ageless Grace…”It’s never too early to start. It’s never too late to begin.” Deadline: June 13 Welcome to Ageless Grace, an anti-aging fitness program for body and No Class: June 29 & July 6 brain. It is for all ages and most fitness levels. Activities are done in a chair with music and movements that incorporate stretching, flexibility, coordination, strength and thinking skills. Instructor: L. Gurak Walnut Room Days/Time: Tuesdays: 11:15-12:00 p.m. 8 Classes B17A063: May 16 – July 11, 2017 $48R/$58NR Deadline: May 14 No Class: July 4 B17A064: August 8 – September 26, 2017 $48R/$58NR Deadline: August 6 Tai Chi Qigong Tired? Stressed? No Energy? Improve your health, balance and coordination by letting the slow, gentle movements of Tai Chi/Qigong set the tone for your day. Quiet your mind and in just 8 weeks learn to relax anytime and in any place by learning the practice of Tai Chi/Qigong and improve your quality of life for the rest of your life. Ages 18 and up. Instructor: W. Nielsen Walnut Room Parent & Tot Yoga Days/Time: Wednesdays: 10:30-11:30 a.m. 8 Classes A playful Yoga class designed for the parent and growing babe. Stretch A17A063: May 3 – June 21, 2017 $63R/$75NR and strengthen while your child practices beside you. Enjoy a bonding After May 1 Add $5 experience with your tot through partner sing a long and animal poses. B17A065: July 12 – August 30, 2017 $63R/$75NR Experience the power of the breath together with relaxation and breathing Deadline: July 10 exercises. Connect with other parents as your tot learns to socialize B17A066: September 20 – November 8, 2017 $63R/$75NR during playtime. Activities will be designed to enhance the development Deadline: September 18 of the toddler and most importantly to promote a fun and engaging environment. Open to all levels. Great for beginners! Join us! Ages 6 months to 3 years old. Instructor: J. Figlio Walnut Room (Ages 6 months-2 years) Days/Time: Fridays: 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. 4 Classes B17E059: June 9 – June 30, 2017 $21R/$25NR Recreation programs are designed for Deadline: June 7 specific age groups as listed in the course (Ages 2 – 3 years) description. Participants must be the age Days/Time: Fridays: 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. 4 Classes designated in the class description on or B17E060: June 9 – June 30, 2017 $21R/$25NR before the date the course begins, unless Deadline: June 7 otherwise specified.

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 29 — Health & Wellness Events — Member Appreciation Day! Group Exercise Open House! Your investment in exercise and activity returns many benefits and now we Have you always wanted to try Group Exercise classes but hesitate because would like to thank you for choosing us. We value you as a member and you’re unsure whether you will like them? The benefits of participating we invite you to see for yourself by joining us for health screenings, raffle in group fitness are endless including but not limited to a fun social prizes including free personal training and free nutritious snacks as we atmosphere, weekly variety with your workouts, camaraderie, motivating celebrate you…our member! instructors & learning how to bust through exercise plateaus! Take Location: The aksO Recreation and Fitness Center advantage of this opportunity to try out free classes to see if it is the right Day/Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 fit for you! Note: Non-members don’t need to be present with a member Time: 8:30 – 11:00 a.m. to participate. First time guests only please. *Times of classes vary. Please Fee: FREE refer to the current Oaks Group Exercise Schedule for class times and descriptions. Free Demo Classes! Location: The aksO Recreation & Fitness Center Come out and try a free specialty class to see if it is the right fit for what Day: Wednesday you are looking for. All demo classes are taught by the same instructor(s) Date: June 21, 2017 who are teaching the actual sessions. It is recommended to sign up online or in person at The Oaks reception desk prior to the free class to ensure UPCOMING MEMBERSHIP SALES your spot. To see a full description of the demo class you are taking, please Celebrate summer with special short term college memberships at see above specialty class descriptions under the “Health and Wellness a reduced rate on sale during the month of May. For more summer programs” section (page 27). membership sales information please check Facebook® and www. AOA Gentle Yoga with L. Gurak mokenapark.com. Location: Walnut Room Day/Time: Tuesday: 10:00-11:00 a.m. SUMMER STRIDE 5K RUN/WALK B17A068: May 9, 2017 Come out and participate in our sixth annual Summer Stride 5k Run/ Deadline: May 7 Walk through the Mokena Community Park District! Please look under B17A072: August 1, 2017 the special events section for more details! Deadline: July 30 Event Date: Saturday, June 3, 2017 (rain or shine) Ageless Grace with L. Gurak Time: 8:30 a.m. 5K Run & Walk start (Approx 9:15 a.m. Kids Location: Walnut Room Dash start) Day/Time: Tuesday: 11:15 – 12:00 p.m. Start/Finish Location: Willowview Park (11420 West 197th Street, A17A066: May 9 Mokena) Deadline: May 7 Registration Times: 7:30 a.m. – 8 25 a.m. at registration tent on B17A073: August 1, 2017 event day in Willowview Park parking lot Deadline: July 30 Registration Fees: Mindfulness and Me with R. Glawe • Early Bird Registration (Dri-fit t-shirt guaranteed): $20 by Wednes- Location: Walnut Room day, May 3 Day/Time: Thursday, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. • 5K Run & Walk: $20 pre-registration by 5pm on Thursday, June 1 B17A078: June 8 (we cannot guarantee t-shirt) Deadline: June 6 • $25 day of event Tai Chi Qigong with W. Nielsen A17Y260 Kids Dash (10 and under): $5* - (*does not include t-shirt) Location: Walnut Room Day/Time: Wednesday: 10:30-11:30 a.m. B17A070: June 28, 2017 Deadline: June 26 B17A074: September 13, 2017 Deadline: September 11 Zumba® with L. Corrao Location: Cypress Room Day/Time: Monday: 6:30-7:30 p.m. B17Y075: September 11, 2017 Deadline: September 9 Thursday: 7:00-8:00 p.m. B17Y071: July 6, 2017 Deadline: July 5

30 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center — 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena 708-390-2343 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Summer hours are in place Memorial Day-Labor Day

The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center offers a variety of amenities available to members and non- members. Whether you are interested in working out, taking a class, playing basketball or talking to a nutritionist, our expansive, well-organized center will meet your needs.

More than just a Fitness Center! The Oaks is approximately 22,000 square feet that includes a 3-court multipurpose field house, 1/12th of a mile indoor walking track, three multipurpose rooms, mezzanine/relaxation area, Atrium lobby and more!

Open to the public (some fees apply): • 1/12 MILE WALKING TRACK—FREE to residents and Fitness Center members, $3 for non-residents (ages 8-12 need to be accompanied by an adult) • OPEN GYM—in our 3-court field house. FREE for Fitness Center members, $4 resident, $13 non-resident. (7 and under need to be accompa- nied by an adult) • GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES— FREE for Fitness Center members, $7 resident, $9 non-resident • PERSONAL TRAINING—you don’t have to be a member! Call for package information • SPECIALTY FITNESS CLASSES—such as Zumba, AOA (active older adult) Yoga, Parent and Tot Yoga and more (registration fees apply). Fitness Center members receive a discount on Zumba registration (restrictions apply).

2017 Holiday Hours Monday, May 29, Memorial Day...... 5:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, Independence Day...... CLOSED Monday, September 4, Labor Day...... 5:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. SUMMER HOURS (Friday, May 27 – Sunday, September 4) Monday – Thursday...... 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday...... 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday...... 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 31 — The Oaks Fitness Center Membership — The Oaks Fitness Center Membership Membership Rates Information Mokena Looking for a place to work out? Mokena Park District’s Oaks Fitness One-time Mokena Membership Park Center is not your ordinary workout facility. From your first step in the Enrollment Park District Type District door, you’ll find a clean, friendly, family orientated facility. We offer Fee Non-Resident individual, couple, family, college and senior memberships with NO long- Resident term contracts and NO hidden fees. Individual $50 $39/month $44/month Fitness Center membership includes: • More than 80 pieces of cardiovascular and strength equipment Couple (same address) $100 $59/month $64/month including treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, and adaptive motion trainers. Family (2 adults and 2 • Spacious free weights area family members 26 & $100 $69/month $74/month • Televisions with Cardio Theater audio system under) • Child care • Towel service Enhanced Family $125 $79/month $84/month • Scheduled open gym (2 adults and up to 4 children • 1/12 of a mile indoor walking track under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult) • Locker rooms with individual stall showers • Wi-Fi Senior (62 years +) $34 $29/month $34/month • Start Right Equipment Orientation with a Certified Personal Trainer Senior Add on (Same $25 $20/month $20/month • Unlimited Group Exercise classes – over 30 classes are offered per Household) week! College Student • Discount on Zumba registration (Maximum - 3 Waived $39/month $44/month Fit Teens months/year) With our Fit Teen program, children as young as age 10 can utilize the $15 per visit Guest Fees fitness center after they have gone through an orientation. Ages 10-12 will (all inclusive) need to be accompanied by a guardian 18 or older and ages 13-15 will • Membership privileges are non-transferable need to be accompanied by a guardian 16 or older. Fit Teens that are 14- • Corporate Rates are available. Please contact the Fitness Manager 15 years old can also attend Group Exercise classes when accompanied by for more information, 708-390-2344 a parent/guardian. Children under the age of 10 can be on a membership • Residency is determined by the address in which you reside. but would only be able to participate in open gym. (Childcare is also Proof is required to receive resident rate. available for children age 1-9) Start Right Equipment Orientation As a new member, you can take advantage of our free equipment orientation with a Certified Personal Trainer. Orientations are approximately 1 hour and will give you important information regarding proper use of the equipment. The trainer can also give you basic recommendations on how to get started. The Acorn Room (Child Care) The Acorn room is a supervised active learning environment located inside of the fitness center for children ages 1-9. This service is FREE for members. The hours of operation are: Monday-Friday 8am-12pm and 4pm-8pm, Saturday and Sunday 8:30am-12:30pm.

32 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] PERSONAL TRAINING FITNESS ASSESSMENT & HEALTH PROFILE $30 At The Oaks, we put the “personal” back into Personal Training! Our Follow-up Assessment FREE trainers will coach, challenge and encourage your efforts for better health The Fitness Assessment is a valuable tool that your Certified Personal and fitness, and help you break through plateaus and vary your routines. Trainer will use to identify your current fitness level and determine your They will ensure that you are safely and effectively performing exercises exercise program focus. These are done by appointment, so please register that are suitable for your age, fitness level, desired goals, and physical at the Oaks Reception Desk. Your Fitness Assessment will consist of the limitations. following: OPTIMAL FITNESS TRAINING • Blood Pressure Screening Personal training options for individuals, couples and even groups! • Exercise Heart Rate Recommendations Packaging options & pricing (see individual pricing below) are available. • Height and Weight One (60) Minute Session $46 • Body Composition Testing Six (60) Minute Optimal Fitness Package $253 • Circumference measurements Twelve (60) Minute Optimal Fitness Package $486 • Muscular Strength, Cardiovascular & Flexibility Assessment • Detailed report with assessment results (Individual Training can be done in 30 minute session blocks at preference *Free follow-up assessment is included when purchasing an initial of trainer & client) assessment. Must be scheduled within 6 months of first assessment. Fees GIFT CERTIFICATES are subject to change. Gift certificates are available at the registration desk and are good towards the purchase of a Fitness Center membership or programs and services. PERSONALIZED FITNESS MAKEOVER $81 Hit an exercise plateau or stuck in a workout rut? We have a personalized Great gift ideas for birthdays, holidays or any occasion! program tailored to your individualized needs that is fun, has variety and FITNESS CONSULTATION ~ FREE helps you reach your exercise goals. Improve weight-loss, strength and Meet with a trainer for a free 30 minute wellness consultation. Includes flexibility, cardiovascular levels, sports performance and health concerns. body composition, blood pressure testing, exercise education and help on Fitness makeover includes two scheduled consultations with a certified making lasting changes by busting through personal plateaus. One free personal trainer and personalized program. To schedule an appointment appointment per member please. call the Fitness Manager at (708) 390-2344.

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 33 — Parties — ALL OCCASION PARTIES AT THE OAKS Parties aren’t just for birthdays, or even just for the kids. Bring your team, youth group, boy scout/girl scout troop, or just a group of friends!

The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center offers you the opportunity for court and room space at an affordable price.

Cost: $125 Resident/$150 Non-Resident

Party Includes: • One hour on a court in the field house • One hour in the Walnut Room • Use of equipment (dodgeball, soccer, basketball, floor hockey (limit if 15), volleyball, kickball) • Tables and Chairs • Up to 75 guests • Don’t see something you want to do? Ask us about other options!

Additional Options: • Tablecloths, plates, and napkins - $25 (limit of 30 guests) • Pizza package - $5 per person • Cheese pizza from Aurelio’s • Can of pop/lemonade or bottle of water • Goodie bags - $3 per bag • Activity Staff - $50 • Based on availability • They will assist in the organization of activities you have planned In addition to rental fees, there is a damage deposit of $100 for residents and $200 for non-residents. Residency determined by renter’s address.

To reserve your time: • Stop by the Oaks to fill out the rental form • Pay 50% of the rental fee, plus the damage deposit (if less than 2 weeks before party, the entire amount is due.) • Remaining fees are due 14 calendar days before the party • Damage deposit refunds are mailed within 7-10 days of the event, provided there is no damage. For more information, contact the oaks at (708) 390-2434 or email [email protected]

34 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Facility Rentals — Mokena Community Park District will provide the space you need to host your special event, meeting, workshop or lecture…Field House Rentals are also available.

Walnut Room - The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center offers luxurious space and quality service to make your party, meeting, or special event a success. This room is also perfect for workshops, seminars and lectures. The Walnut Room offers a spectacular view of The Oaks Disc Golf Course. You have your choice of Walnut Room A or B; or the full Walnut Room which accommodates up to 72 people. The Walnut Room includes custom cabinetry and a sink for your convenience.

The Field House – This large Field House may be divided into three separate basketball/volleyball courts. Rent one or more courts and bring the family and friends over for some fun!

Your rental fee includes: For an additional fee, you may: • Your choice of round and/or rectangular tables • Upgrade to banquet chairs • Set-up and take-down of chairs and tables • Receive linen tablecloths • Wi-Fi • Reserve exclusive use of The Oaks kitchenette

Questions? Ready to book your event? Call Today! 708-390-2343 or email [email protected]

Rental Space Capacity Resident* Fee/Hr Non-resident Fee/Hr

Walnut Room A 36 $50 $75

Walnut Room B (w/sink) 36 $60 $90

Walnut Room (Full) 72 $90 $135

One (1) Court in the Field House — $90 $100

$100 refundable $200 refundable Deposit due at booking** — plus 50% of rental total plus 50% of rental total

*Fees subject to change without notice.

*Residency determined by renter’s address **Balance due 14 calendar days prior to the party date. Bookings made with less than 2 weeks’ notice are required to pay in full at the time of booking.

Please allow a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice prior to party. NO refunds for cancellations received less than 72 hours prior to the scheduled event.

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 35 — Other Park Offerings — ADOPT-A-PARK LINCOLNWAY SPECIAL RECREATION Your neighborhood park is available for adoption! Whether you are a ASSOCIATION walker or jogger, pulling a wagon or pushing a stroller, alone or in a Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) has provided group, you can become involved in the beautification of your parks. Every adaptive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities since little bit helps, from picking up garbage to informing the Administration 1976. LWSRA is supported through a cooperative agreement that includes Center of vandalism or needed repairs. Help us to keep your parks Frankfort, Manhattan, Mokena, New Lenox, Peotone and Wilmington Island beautiful! Call 708-390-2401 to adopt the park in your neighborhood. Park Districts. LWSRA offers a wide variety of programs, athletic activities, DONATE-A-TREE and special events for individuals from preschool through adult who Celebrate a birth, anniversary, or other important date, or memorialize a have disabilities and whose recreational needs are not met by regular park lost loved one with a donation to purchase a tree to be planted in the park district programs. of your choice. Create a living legacy as a tribute to that special someone. LWSRA offers many athletic opportunities including participation Your contribution of $100 or more, with a matching donation by the in Special Olympics of Illinois. They offer a variety of programsthat Park District of up to $100, will cover the cost to plant and care for a encompass social endeavors, health and fitness enhancement and learning tree at least 1.5 inches in diameter. A one-year guarantee and a one-time experiences for all ages and abilities. Transportation is provided for many replacement within twelve months of planting are provided by the Park programs and scholarships are available to qualifying residents of the District. Park benches and other park amenities are also available. Call the cooperative park districts. Administration Center for details, 708-390-2402 The new LWSRA facility is located at 1900 Heather Glen Drive, New FREE WALKING TRACK Lenox. The LWSRA office phone numbers is (815) 320-3500. Please don’t The Mokena Park District offers residents of the Park District 13 years hesitate to call for more information, or to receive a brochure. of age and over (8-12 year olds with a parent) the opportunity to use the The Mokena Community Park District welcomes participation in all three-lane, elevated walking track located at The Oaks Recreation and programs by individuals with disabilities and special needs. The Mokena Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena. Interested residents should Community Park District works cooperatively with the Lincolnway sign in at the Registration Desk to obtain an ID card and use the track for Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) to facilitate successful FREE. (Proof of residency required.) Non-Residents may use the track for participation for individuals who request an inclusion aide. If you are a daily fee. asking for special assistance for your child to participate in a park district program, please inform the park district staff at the time of registration. GIFT CERTIFICATES An evaluation process will then be implemented by LWSRA. Therefore, Give a gift that will be sure to fit. Whatever the occasion, Mokena Park timely registration is important. Please register and request an aide no later District has the right size for you! Gift certificates are available in a variety than two weeks before the start of the program. of dollar amounts. Just drop by the Administration Center or the Oaks, for quick, easy, and convenient one-stop shopping. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers are an essential part of the Park District that enable us to offer IAPD YOUTH LICENSE PLATE a wide variety of programs and events. Call the Administration Center at Park Districts in Illinois have been providing vital Youth programs for 708-390-2404 to find out about the opportunities that are available. many years. Parks across the state are filled with young people playing soccer, baseball, and basketball to name a few. Park Districts offer arts, dance, gymnastics, music and more. These license plates help fund activities for Illinois’ youth. Apply for your Park District Youth License Plate. For more information, call the Illinois Association of Park Districts IMPORTANT at 1-877-523-4558 or the Secretary of State at 1-800-252-8980. Cardiac Defibrillators are located in the Concession Stands at Main Park, Hecht Park, and The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. This is a INNOVA DISCS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE life-saving device to be used in emergency situations. Discs are available for purchase at The Oaks Recreation Center in a variety of weights (grams), styles, colors and price range. Disc Golf Bags and T-shirts are also available. MAIN & HECHT PARK LIGHTNING WARNING SYSTEM Lightning is a severe hazard that must be viewed seriously! Park users should STOP PLAY and SEEK SHELTER immediately when lightning threatens them, EVEN IF A SIGNAL HAS NOT BEEN SOUNDED. Park users will be warned by one prolonged horn blast signaling a strong risk for lightning in the area. All patrons should immediately seek shelter in enclosed vehicles or buildings. The strobe light signals a continuing lightning alert condition. Three short horn blasts signal it’s safe to resume activities. Please note that there are two audible warnings: for more information on upocoming events ONE long blast – SEEK SHELTER FAST. mokena community park district THREE short sounds – IT’S SAFE TO BE AROUND. If you hear a warning and continue to play, you do so at your own risk.

36 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — General Rules & Information — AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY – PROFESSIONAL The Mokena Park District prohibits discrimination in the provision PHOTOGRAPHERS of services, programs, or facilities to individuals with disabilities in Still photography, filming, and digital imaging are permitted for accordance with the law. private, non-commercial use only. All professional photographers, ATHLETIC FIELDS wedding parties, and private groups larger than 5 people taking photos/ Any teams or organizations wishing to use Park District athletic fields or videos on Mokena Community Park District property are required to facilities for practices, games, or tournaments must submit an Athletic obtain a photography permit, per General Use Ord. 4-9. Violators may Field Usage Request to the Athletic Supervisor, a minimum of two weeks be subject to fines. Photo Permit Applications may be obtained at the before requested usage. For more information, please call 708-390-2408. Administration Office, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena, IL. Permits will be issued in one-hour increments, one hour minimum, $25 per hour. Permits BEHAVIOR POLICY are issued on a first-come, first-served basis and no more than one permit In keeping with our program goals, we encourage fun for all our will be issued per area for any given time slot. Please remember that the participants. However, to ensure everyone’s safety, appropriate behavior is Mokena Community Park District property is open to the public, and expected at all times. Participants who are asked to leave a class or facility privacy cannot be guaranteed. due to inappropriate or potentially harmful behavior are not eligible for a refund. REMINDER TO PET OWNERS When visiting local parks with your pet, please remember that Park BROCHURE DISTRIBUTION District and Village ordinances require dogs to be leashed at all times. The Mokena Park District relies on the postal service for the distribution Pets are not allowed at any time on the disc golf course, tennis courts, of our seasonal brochures. The Park District assumes no responsibility of athletic fields, or enclosed ball fields, playground areas and jogging or bike delivery. paths. Violators are subject to fines up to $1000. Owners are responsible for cleaning up pet waste from public property. INCLEMENT WEATHER If classes or programs are cancelled due to inclement weather, information DISC GOLF COURSE will be posted on our website at www.mokenapark.com, as well as our Open Dawn to Dusk. Course closed on October 15 & 16 for Halloween facebook page. You may also check local television stations, 2, 5, 7, 9, Hollow, and may be closed for tournaments or special events on occasion. 32 or visit the public website www.emergencyclosings.com for preschool Smoke-Free Environment closures. . Prohibited Activities NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES are allowed in any • Loitering park. • Littering • Alcohol NO SMOKING • Controlled Substances Effective January 1, 2008, the Illinois General Assembly enacted the • Dogs – Ordinance 3.1. Up to $1.000 fine. Smoke Free Illinois Act. This Act requires that public places and places • Vandalism of employment must be completely smoke-free inside and within 15 feet • Trespassing on Private Property from entrances, exits, windows that open and ventilation intakes. • Violators subject to arrest by Mokena Police Dept. FREE player registration required at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness PARK WATCH Center. Two forms of identification required. We need your help…If you notice any acts of vandalism or antisocial behavior or any equipment in need of repair in any park, please call the For a list of Disc Golf Rules, acquire a PDGA rulebook. Administration Center at 708-390-2401. Major misconduct should be reported directly to the police. A reward of $500 will be offered for Innova Discs are available for purchase at The Oaks Recreation Center, information leading to the arrest and conviction of person(s) committing 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena. acts of vandalism to park property. Your support is appreciated. PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY – PARK DISTRICT On occasion, Park District staff may photograph or videotape participants in Park District programs, classes or at park events/facilities. These photos are for Park District use only, and may be used in publications, brochures, website, social media, pamphlets, flyers, or videos. Individuals will not be identified. If you do not wish to have your picture taken, please inform the Don’t Miss Out – photographer. Register Early!

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 37 — Park Facilities & Amenities — BASKETBALL COURTS For pick-up games, use the full size basketball courts at Main, Buske, Prairie Ridge, Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, Heritage, Marley Creek, SKATEPARK and Prairie Ridge park sites. A one-half court is also available at Tinley Mokena Park District’s extreme outdoor facility is located at Grasmere Gardens Park. Park, 10335 W. Lindsay Lane, Mokena. With quarter pipes, combo half pipe, bauer box, pyramid, slider, and a launch ramp, you are sure THE OAKS - DISC GOLF COURSE to have some fun and adventure. The Skatepark will be open daily Located at 10847 La Porte Road, behind The Oaks Recreation and Fitness 9:00 a.m. to dusk. Skatepark will be closed for the winter on or around Center. This nationally accredited PDGA, 35-acre Disc Golf course December 1. offers 27 holes under majestic oak trees and open fields. Play this fun and Participation Guidelines: challenging sport for all ages and ability levels. The Oaks Disc Golf Course • No fees or passes is open most days from dawn to dusk. Special events or tournaments may • No attendant necessitate closure of the course. FREE - player registration is required. No • Warning: Skating is a hazardous activity that carries a risk of person to enter onto or remain on The Oaks Disc Golf Course without severe injury. The Skatepark is unsupervised and skaters skate at registering and obtaining a membership card at The Oaks Recreation their own risk. & Fitness Center. Violators subject to fines up to $1000. General Use • All skaters are required to wear protective gear (helmet, kneepads, Ordinances apply. elbow pads, and wrist guards) inside the Skatepark. EXERCISE STATIONS • Skatepark use is limited to skateboard and in-line skating only. Check out the five exercise stations at Marley Creek Park with No bicycles, tricycles or scooters, except where noted. Exception: instructional signage. Bicycles only on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. No in- line skating or skateboarding during this time. PICKLEBALL COURTS • Persons under age 8 are to be accompanied at the Skatepark by a Pickleball courts are available on the tennis courts at Fox Ridge and Prairie parent or guardian. Ridge Parks. Courts close for the winter and will re-open on or around • Persons failing to adhere to posted Skatepark rules and hours will April 1 weather permitting. be considered trespassing and may be arrested. • Skatepark closes for the winter December through March. PICNIC GROVES Picnic reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis for the 2017 season as of Monday, March 6, 2017 at the Administration Center. COMING SOON! PLAYGROUNDS Watch our website and Social Media sites for exciting information about Playground structures are located at Acorn, Boulder Ridge North, the Grand Openings of our Splash Pad and Dog Park, both located at the Brookside Meadows, Buske, Fox Ridge (handicapped accessible), new Yunker Park at 10824 La Porte Road. Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, Heritage, London Bridge, Main, Manchester Cove, Marley Creek, McGovney, Prairie Ridge (handicapped accessible), Riivendell, Timbers Point, Tinley Gardens, and Willowview parks. Mother’s benches also provided. ROLLER HOCKEY RINKS If you enjoy the fast action of roller hockey, then we have just the place for you. Grab your skates and drop by Buske, Grasmere or Hecht Park for an exciting pick-up game of roller hockey. SAND VOLLEYBALL COURTS Three lighted, regulation size, sand volleyball courts are available at Main Park, except during league play. An unlighted regulation sand volleyball court is available at Prairie Ridge Park. TENNIS COURTS Four outdoor courts with lighting are available for your enjoyment at Main Park. Outdoor courts are also available at Buske, Fox Ridge, Hecht, and Prairie Ridge Parks. 1 60’ youth court and 4 36’ youth courts are available for the younger set at Grasmere Park. Courts close for the winter and will re-open on or around April 1 weather permitting. WALKING/JOGGING TRAIL A one-half mile, wooded trail is available for your enjoyment at Main Park. A one-half mile walking path is available at Green Meadows Park. Buske, Fox Ridge, Grasmere, Hecht, London Bridge, Marley Creek and Prairie Ridge park sites all have walking paths for your health and exercise.

38 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Park District Connections — Mokena Baseball/Softball Association – Mokena School District 159 MBSA www.mokena159.org www.mokenabaseballsoftball.org Summit Hill School DIstrict 161 Mokena Burros www.summithill.org www.mokenaburros.com Village Of Mokena Mokena Chamber Of Commerce www.mokena.org www.mokena.com

Mokena Police Dept. – Block Home Program The purpose of the Block Home Program is to provide a place that is safe for children to go to when in need of help. Block homes provide help: for a lost child, for a child in threat of harm from a stranger, for an injured child, telephone use for police, parents, or paramedics. For more information, please contact the Police Dept. at 708-479-3912

Mokena Park District Full-Time Staff Bottom Row (left to right): Rebecca Phetteplace, Nick Mazzuca, Dave Blommaert, Rachel Bauer, Mike Selep, Rodger Rottmann, Luke Deuser, Yadira Rajewski Top Row (left to right): Jim Van Gennep, Dave Graf, Mike Fox, Patti Parli, Christine Crowley, Laurel Welch, Kristin Ehler, Jim Eyre, Kristin Potocki, Mary Beth Windberg, Dawn Morsovillo t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 39 REGISTRATION / WAIVER

Name ______(Last) (First) Fees must be enclosed to validate registration. You will be notified by phone if a class you registered for will not be held. Address Waiver must be signed for registration to be valid. City______Zip

Phone _(______)______Email

Emergency Name______Phone _(______)

Program T-shirt size Program Time Participant’s Name Age Birthdate Grade Fee Start Date (if applicable)

Total Fees $______

BY MAIL: Return with check made payable to Mokena Park District, 10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448.

BY FAX: Fax completed form with complete credit card information to Mokena Park District at (708) 479-5381.

Check one: _____VISA _____MC _____DISC EXP DATE______Authorized Signature

Credit Card # ______- ______- ______- ______Card Verification Number (last 3 digits on signature panel on back of card)

WAIVER, RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND HOLD HARMLIESS AGREEMENT FOR MOKENA PARK DISTRICT. - READ CAREFULLY Please read this from carefully and be aware that, in signing up and participating in Mokena Park District programs, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, arising out of these programs, that you or the other named participants might sustain. The terms “I”, “me” and “my” also refer to parents or guardians as well as participants in the programs. In registering for these programs, you are agreeing as follows. As a participant in these programs, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, damages or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating, in any manner, in any and all activities connected with or associated with such programs. I further recognize and acknowledge that all athletic activities involving strenuous exertion or potential body contact are hazardous recreational activities and involve substantial risks of injury. I agree to waive and relinquish any and all claims I may have as a result of participating in these programs against the Mokena Park District, any and all other participating or cooperating governmental units, any and all independent contractors, officers, agents, servants and employees of the governmental bodies and independent contractors, and any and all other persons and entities, of whatever nature, that might be directly or indirectly liable for any injuries that I might sustain while participating in these programs. (the parties described in the preceding sentence are referred to as “released parties” in the remainder of this Agreement.) I do hereby fully release and discharge the Mokena Park District and the other released parties from any and all claims for injuries, damage or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation in these programs. I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless and defend the Mokena Park District and any and all other released parties, from any and all claims resulting from injuries, damages and losses sustained by anyone, and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with my conduct and the activities of these programs. I further understand and agree that the terms such as “participation,” “programs,” and “activities,” referred to in this Agreement, include all exercises and physical movements of any nature while I am participating in these programs and further include the provision of or failure to provide proper instructions or supervision, the use and adjustment of any and all machinery, equipment, and apparatus, and anything related to my use of the services, facilities, or premises involved in these programs, and transportation to and from any events. I understand the nature of these programs for which I am registering, and have read and fully understand this Waiver, Release and Hold Harmless Agreement. I further understand that any advisements or warnings of the particular risks of these programs that I subsequently receive will be incorporated by reference into and become a part of this Agreement.

Signature – Participant must sign if 18 years or older; Parent or Guardian must sign if participant is under the age of 18)______Date

40 t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] — Your Parks —

Park Name & Location Park Acres Admin. Center Court Baggo Bandshell Baseball/Softball Courts Basketball Court Bocce Climbing Wall Community Gardens Concessions Park Dog Fitness Center Football Rooms Meeting Picnic Area/Gazebo Pickleball Court Playground w/ benches Rest Rooms Crt. Roller Hockey Skate Park Soccer Splash Pad Tennis Courts Volleyball Crts. Walking Path/Track (mile) Acorn Park- 19925 Red Oak Dr. 1.64 •• Boulder Ridge North- 19237 Beaver Creek Ln. 0.5 • Brookside Meadows- 19715 Longmeadow, TP 2.67 •• Buske Park- 11435 W. Hillside Ln. 7.52 •• •••••• 1/8 Fox Ridge Park - 19740 Telluride Ln. 10.26 ••• ••••• •• 1/4 Grasmere Park- 10335 W. Lindsay Ln. 14 •• ••••• • 1/2 Green Meadows- 10520 W. Williams Way 10 •• •• • 1/2 Hecht Park- 9310 W. Birch Ave. 16.25 •••• •••• • 1/2 Heritage Park- 11945 W. 197th St. 6.4 •• ••• London Bridge Park- 11880 London Bridge Dr. 4.74 •• 1/4 Main Park- 10925 LaPorte Rd. 33.5 • •• • ••••• ••• 1/2 Manchester Cove- 19205 Crescent Dr. 2.2 • Marley Creek- 10555 W. Jacob Dr. 5.5 •• ••• 1/4 McGovney Park- 19345 Schoolhouse Rd. 8.1 • ••• Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center - 10847 LaPorte Rd • ••••• • 1/12 Oaks Disc Golf Course ( 27 holes) • Prairie Ridge Park - 21431 Coneflower Dr. ••• •••• ••• Riivendell Park- 605 Bryan, New Lenox 1.5 • Timbers Point- 18418 White Oak Ln., TP 0.58 • Tinley Gardens Park- Lenore/Ethyl Lns., TP 0.5 • • Willowview Park- 11420 W. 197th St. 8.36 • • ••• • Yunker Park- 10824 LaPorte Rd. • •• • • • Lighted • Indoors • Gazebo • Picnic Area/Shelter Key • Port-a-let (seasonal) • Handicapped Accessible • Under Construction

t 708.390.2401 • f 708.479.5381• w www.mokenapark.com • e [email protected] 41 Mokena Community Park District PRESORTED STANDARD 10925 W. La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 U.S. POSTAGE PAID www.mokenapark.com MOKENA, IL PERMIT No. 12

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