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2019 WINTER/SPRING ACTIVITY & FACILITY GUIDE Get to Know Our BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Board of Trustees meet at 5:30 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Bunn Administrative Offices. The public is invited to attend. Minutes and agendas are available online.

Leslie Sgro - President 217-529-2443 [email protected]

Tina Jannazzo - Trustee Robin Schmidt - Trustee 217-341-5242 217-553-3005 [email protected] [email protected]

Grant Hammer - Trustee Don Evans - Trustee 217-494-4340 217-306-0386 [email protected] [email protected]

C.J. Metcalf - Trustee Sierra Senor-Moore - Trustee 217-299-3628 217-544-1751 [email protected] [email protected]

Contact Us Online: www.springfieldparks.org 2 Call: (217) 544-1751 Visit: Any of our customer service locations are open to serve you (see page 4 for a complete list of locations) Table of CONTENTS Facility and Staff Directory...... 4 General Park Policies...... 5 Calendar of Events...... 6 Special Events...... 7-8 Rentals & Parties...... 9 Permits...... 10 Southwind Park...... 11 Individuals with Disabilities...... 12-15 Aquatics...... 16-19 Nelson Center Ice Rinks...... 20 Hockey and Skating Camps...... 21-23 Henson Robinson Zoo...... 24-26

Volunteer Opportunities Golf...... 27-29 If you would like to be part of the Springfield Park District’s mission to provide outstanding Athletics...... 30-34 parks and recreational services please consider volunteering your time. Numerous volunteer programs provide educational opportunities for Early Childhood...... 35-37 cub scouts, church groups, and fulfillment of school curriculums, and much more. Contact Thomas Rees the Park District’s volunteer coordinator, Chuck Smith at 753-6212 or [email protected] Memorial Carillon...... 38-39 for a list of projects and services that we are looking for assistance to complete. Washington Park Botanical ...... 40-41 Park Addresses & Amenities...... 42 Park and Facility Map...... 43

3 Facility & Staff Directory

Derek Harms, CPRP Erin’s Park Maintenance Department Executive Director 4965 S. Second St., Springfield 301 Eastdale Ave., Springfield 544-1751 ext. 1000 Phone: 585-2941 | Fax: 529-5668 Phone: 753-6212 | Fax: 753-6237 [email protected] Tammy Naumovich, General Manager Chuck Smith, Supt. of Natural Stephen Flesch 585-2941 ext. 2301 Resources/Arborist Director of Finance & Administration [email protected] 753-6212 ext. 1402 544-1751 ext. 1003 [email protected] [email protected] April McClintock, Sales & Service Rep. 585-2941 ext. 2302 John Turasky, Project Manager Jason Graham [email protected] 753-6212 ext. 1407 Director of Parks & Planning [email protected] 544-1751 ext. 1401 Funshop, Lincoln Park Mark Adkins, Supt. of Park Maintenance [email protected] 1601 N. Fifth St., Springfield 306-8337 ext. 1403 Lynn Saputo Phone: 753-6234 [email protected] Director of Recreation & Marketing [email protected] Ashley Kennedy, Admin. Asst. in Park 544-1751 ext. 1002 Maintenance Department [email protected] Golf Maintenance Operations Dan Crumrine, Golf Course Supt. 753-6212 ext. 1401 Amanda Weaver 786-4120 [email protected] Assistant Director of Recreation [email protected] Park Police 544-1751 ext. 1014 James Schackmann, Asst. Golf Course Supt. [email protected] 1508 W. Fayette Ave., Springfield 753-6215 Phone: 698-6030 | Fax: 698-7456 Bergen Golf Course [email protected] , Chief of Park District 2900 Clear Lake Ave., Springfield Laimutis Nargelenas Phone: 753-6211 Henson Robinson Zoo Police Operations 698-6030 | [email protected] Linda Sherwood, Asst. LPGA Golf Apprentice 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield 753-6211 | [email protected] Phone: 585-1821 Bill Piester, Police Captain 698-6030 | [email protected] Botanical John Wright, Zoo Director 1740 W. Fayette, Springfield 585-1821 ext. 1705 Pasfield Golf Course Phone: 546-4116 | Fax: 546-0257 [email protected] 1700 W. Lawrence, Springfield Alexa Bryan Potts, Interim General Manager Jeff Mitchell, General Curator Phone: 698-6049 | Fax: 726-6725 585-1821 ext. 1702 546-4116 ext. 2902 , Facility Manager [email protected] [email protected] Laura Kuchar 698-6049 | [email protected] Bunn Administrative Offices Christy Hood, Business Administrator 2500 S. Eleventh St., Springfield 585-1821 ext. 1701 Pre-School Phone: 544-1751 | Fax: 544-1811 [email protected] Debbie Clark, Program Supervisor Jill Harris, Executive Assistant Emily McEvoy, Education Curator 546-3970 | [email protected] 585-1821 ext. 1706 544-1751 ext. 1004 Recreation [email protected] [email protected] Mariah Myers, Education Assistant Sean Dickerson, CPRP, Athletics Manager Linda Ketchum, Budget Analysis/AR 544-1751 ext. 1012 544-1751 ext. 1005 585-1821 ext. 1703 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Annette Reese, CTRS Ashley Kennedy, Purchasing Agent/AP Lincoln Greens Golf Course Special Recreation Supervisor 753-6212 ext. 1401 700 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield 503-4576 | [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 786-4111 | Fax: 786-4122 Lauren Harbison, Special Recreation Mary Lou Beach, HR & Risk Manager Lance Flury, PGA Golf Professional Program Manager 544-1751 ext. 1009 782-4111 | [email protected] 503-4576 | [email protected] [email protected] Alex Carney, Special Recreation Lisa Bonner, Payroll & Benefits Coordinator Lincoln Pavilion Program Manager 544-1751 ext. 1007 1605 N. Fifth St., Springfield 503-4576 | [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 544-1751 Riverside Campgrounds Molly Krohe, Graphic Design and Nelson Rec Center Marketing Assistant 4105 Sandhill Rd., Springfield 1601 N. Fifth St., Springfield Phone: 753-0630 544-1751 ext. 1010 Phone: 753-2800 | Fax: 753-4766 [email protected] Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon Bruce Blanshan, General Manager Bunn Golf Course 1740 W. Fayette Ave., Springfield 753-2800 ext. 2001 Phone: 546-3853 2500 S. Eleventh St., Springfield [email protected] , Park District Carillonist Phone: 522-2633 | Fax: 544-9506 Martin Strieker, Recreation Supervisor - Carlo van Ulft 546-3853 | [email protected] Paul Loutzenhiser, Head PGA Ice Rinks Golf Professional 753-2800 ext. 2003 Velasco Tennis Center 522-2633 | [email protected] [email protected] 1501 S. Grand Ave. West, Springfield , Supt. of Eisenhower Pool George R. Tucker Phone: 546-4103 Maintenance Operations 2351 E. Cornell Ave., Springfield Manny Velasco, Racquet Sports Director 753-2800 ext. 2002 Phone: 525-8847 [email protected] Veterans Memorial Pool Bob Barrett, Aquatics Manager Aaron Oldfield, Facility Supervisor 2700 E. Ely, Springfield | Phone: 753-3030 525-8847 ext. 1501 753-2800 ext. 2005 [email protected] Washington Pavilion [email protected] Amy Magowan, Assistant Aquatics Supervisor 1400 Williams Blvd., Springfield 525-8847 | [email protected] Phone: 546-3970 Dianna Rodgers, Administrative Assistant Reservations: 544-1751 ext. 1004 525-8847 ext. 1502 [email protected] 4 General Park Policies www.springfieldparks.org 5

. If you do not wish to be photographed, wish to be photographed, . If you do not Vandalism AlertVandalism The Springfield Park District has experienced vandalism within several of its parks and buildings. need your eyes and your help to stop these We criminal acts. If you witness the act of vandalism it please call the police immediately and report If you notice graffiti and property by calling 911. damage in the parks or district buildings please call the Springfield Park District Police at 698- may also make a report on the You 6030. comment area on the website at springfieldparks. org or in the “Report Issue” button on the FREE Any assistance Springfield Park District app. from our residents would be greatly appreciated in reporting and putting an end to these crimes. The Springfield Park District will prosecute these senseless acts to the full extent of the law. Warning of Risk Recreational activities/programs are intended to challenge and engage the physical, mental, and emotional resources of each participant. Despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury when participating in not all any recreational activity/program. Understandably, hazards and dangers can be foreseen. Depending on the participants must understand that certain particular activity, risks, dangers, and injuries due to inclement weather, slipping, falling, poor skill level or conditioning, carelessness, unsportsmanlike conduct, premises defects, horseplay, inadequate or defective equipment, inadequate supervision, instruction or officiating, and all other circumstances inherent to indoor and outdoor recreational activities/programs exist. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the Springfield Park District to guarantee absolute safety. Photo/Video Disclaimer photograph may staff Springfield Park District On occasion, District programs, classes during Park or video participants These or outside locations. at our facilities, parks and events brochures, on our be used in our seasonal photos may Park District uses as the Springfield website and additional deems necessary the camera or notify the photographer. please step away from Smoking in facilities, stadiums and the Smoking is strictly prohibited we ask that you be Additionally, Henson Robinson Zoo. in our parks, and remember that courteous to others when Zones” - no smoking playgrounds are “Kid Friendly near playgrounds. Special Needs to assist guests with disabilities welcome the opportunity We facilities and programs. For to enjoy all of our parks, information, contact our Certified assistance and additional Annette Reese Specialist, Therapeutic Recreation Policy Residency serving the The Springfield Park District is committed to defined A resident is residents of the Springfield Park District. Springfield as anyone living within the boundaries of the Park District Park District. Residents support the Springfield and therefore facilities and programs through property taxes provided receive preferred rates for many of the services determine if you are a To by the Springfield Park District. contact the Springfield Park District resident feel free to following: Administrative offices: (217) 544-1751 Bunn office: (217) 753-6805 Assessors Sangamon County at (217) 503-4576.

Drivers must use designated parking areas. However, if Drivers must use designated parking areas. However, parking area is full, drivers are permitted to park along park district surface streets so long as at least two wheels remain on the paved street at all times. at www.springfieldparks.org. Parking Park District Waiver All Claims form must be signed when and Release of Waiver A registering yourself or your minor child for Springfield Park District programs and/or memberships. Registration waivers are available at all Park District facilities or online Park Closing Policy All Park District parks open at dawn and close at 10:30pm. Enos, This does not include the parks of Riverside, Carpenter, Gehrmann or Gurgens Park that open at dawn and close to download. Policy Inclusion with The Springfield Park District welcomes participants learn more about how we can assist your To all abilities. Annette Reese call participation, if you have a disability, at (217) 503-4576. at dusk. General Facility Rules General Facility the rules of the All facility participants are expected to follow Specialty areas of the facilities have posted signs facility. or abuse stating special rules specific to that area. Disregard facility for a of facility rules may result in removal from the For full copy of our designated length of time or permanently. click on forms General Use Policies go to our website and Through a partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Through a partnership with the Illinois Department with bass and Resources, many of our ponds are stocked the bluegill. Each year before the spring trout season, Park Upper Pond and the Southwind Park Pond Washington required to fishing license is A Trout. Rainbow with stocked are trout stamp is an inland Additionally, fish in the State of Illinois. required to fish for trout. Fishing Facilities Policy Facilities are expected to follow the rules of the All facilities participants of the facilities have posted signs facilities. Specialty areas or abuse stating special rules specific to that area. Disregard or police from the of facility rules may result in removal by staff facility for a designated length of time or permanently. Dogs a leash at all times. Owners must pick Dogs must remain on up after their dog. Concealed Carry in Park District facilities or on Park Firearms are not allowed District properties. Code of Conduct persons permitting park facility patrons, and All park goers, Park to the Springfield events must adhere space for private list of this code, Code of Conduct. For a complete District’s website. our Forms on SPD click Alcohol prohibited in parks beverages are Carry-in alcoholic and facilities. Calendar of Events www.springfieldparks.org

FEBRUARY 1 Free Special Recreation Dance...... 12 2 Ice Jamz - Family Night...... 7 & 23 2 Winter Golf Training Program...... 28 2019 2 Zooper Edventures Classes Begin...... 26 5 Zoo Tot Classes Begin...... 26 9 Special Olympics Soccer Team & Skills Begin...... 15 9 Prairie State Orchid Society Display & Sale Begins...... 41 WINTER 15 Junie B. Jones the Musical Trip...... 13 16 Project H.O.W.L. Classes Begin...... 26 CALENDAR 23 The Amazing Max Trip...... 13 24 Peoria Riverfront Museum and Planetarium Trip...... 13 JANUARY PAGE MARCH 1 Stick-N-Puck Begins...... 22 1 Free Special Recreation Dance...... 12 2 Adult Skills Development Begins...... 22 4 Capital City Lacrosse Season Begins...... 33 2 Disc Golf Leagues Begin...... 32 6 BMX Begins...... 33 2 Carillon Winter Concerts...... 39 8 Ice Jamz - Family Night...... 23 3 Afterschool Recreation...... 12 9 Learn to Play Hockey Begins...... 22 3 Diving Lessons Begin...... 18 10 Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum Trip...... 14 4 Free Special Recreation Dance...... 12 10 Little Blackhawks Learn to Play Begins...... 22 4 Aqua Aerobics Begins...... 19 15 Group Golf Registration Opens...... 29 4 Broomball Rentals Begin...... 23 21 Men’s Wood Bat Summer Softball Registration Deadline...... 33 5 Adult Learn to Play Hockey Begins...... 22 21 Co-Ed Summer Softball Registration Deadline...... 33 6 Swim Lessons Begin...... 18 & 19 21 Men’s Summer Softball Registration Deadline...... 33 7 Duffers Begins...... 23 23 Sportlight on Ice Begins...... 8 8 Alley Catz Bowling Begins...... 12 24 Seussical the Musical Trip...... 14 9 Bingo Night Begins...... 12 25 Spring Break Camp Begins for Chatham & Rochester...... 14 9 Ballroom Dance Classes Begin...... 34 10 Cooking Class Begins...... 12 APRIL 10 Special Olympics Powerlifting Begins...... 15 1 Spring Break Camp Begins for District 186 & SASED...... 14 12 Learn to Skate Academy Begins...... 23 1 Spring Break Zoo Camp Begins...... 25 12 Paint With Me Class...... 36 & 37 5 Free Special Recreation Dance...... 12 13 Abe Lincoln Presidential Museum Trip...... 13 6 Spring Floral Display Begins...... 7 & 41 13 Sr. Hockey League Begins...... 23 7 St. Louis Science Center Trip...... 14 14 Tiny Tots Skating Class Begins...... 23 13 Camping Trip 1...... 14 21 Adventure Field Trip Camps Begin...... 13 20 Tiny Cheer Class...... 7 & 36 21 What’s Cooking Begins...... 36 22 Pasfield Junior Golf League Registration Opens...... 29 25 Jr. Blues Games with Special Recreation...... 13 23 Lily Give-A-Way...... 41 25 Jr. Blues Game Schedule...... 21 27 Orchid Info & Repotting Workshop...... 41 27 James and the Giant Peach Trip...... 13 29 Junior Golf Camp Registration Opens...... 29 28 Funshop Begins...... 36 & 37 MAY 1 Pickleball for Beginners Starts Up...... 8 & 33 Plan to play the 3 Free Special Recreation Dance...... 12 mitten game on 4 Special Olympics Softball & Softball Skills Begin...... 15 6 4 Carillon Tours Begin...... 38 the back cover! 18 Camping Trip 2...... 14 19 42nd Street at the Hoogland Trip...... 14 Special Events

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During Fair 8 87 57 10 $25 $15 $10 $15 $450 Campers Non-campers (per month) Daily fee per night

Ice Skating: (217) 753-2800 Zoo: (217) 585-1821 Swimming: - Eisenhower: (217) 525-8847 (217) 753-3030 - Veteran’s: - Nelson: (217) 753-2800 FootGolf: (217) 753-6211 • • • • Washington Park Gardens Botanical Washington Exhibit Hall Fayette) Park, 1740 W. (Washington (217) 546-4116 CAP: 120 situated Park, is Hall, located in Washington The Exhibit Botanical Park the Washington atop a hill overlooking venue for small wedding This is an ideal Garden. showers and other events. receptions, birthday parties, Park Pavilion Washington Park, 1501 South Grand W.) (Washington (217) 544-1751 CAP: 85 1900 Park Pavilion was built around The Washington event lodge complete with a as an elegant cobblestone The pavilion has and dining room. banquet room, kitchen with a scenic view of a an open, oversized portico duck pond. • • Campers Tent Monthly Fee All Campers (per dump) Dump Fees CHANGE *PRICES SUBJECT TO Riverside CampgroundsRiverside Sandhill Rd., Springfield, IL 4115 (217) 753-0630 Riverside Campgrounds is located on the Northeast on side of Riverside Park, a 470-acre park located I-55. the North side of Springfield and adjacent to and The park is bordered by the Sangamon River Carpenter Park to its north. Riverside Campground primitive campsites as well as full hook up offers While electric and sewer. sites complete with water, canoeing, staying at the campgrounds, guests can enjoy and bank fishing kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, golfing The Park river. along the one-mile long road adjacent to the two shower houses complete with restrooms, a also offers family picnic for large gatherings, and an adjacent BMX track. Our friendly campground hosts are always available on-site to assist campers. Campground Season Closed Now for Winter Reopens May 1 - October 31 Campsite Amenities campsites Total and electric (30 amp) Water and electric (50 amp) Water and electric water, Sewer, Camping Fees Motorized Campers Birthday Parties as possible by Make your next birthday party as effortless We can organize your having it at the Springfield Park District. and themed birthday party including food, set-up, tear down of themes to fit birthday party products. Choose from a variety the interests of your child.

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Botanical Garden Annual Display Bed CAP: 200+ Annual Display Bed CAP: Botanical Garden Plaza CAP: 200+ Botanical Garden Outdoor Garden CAP: 100+ Botanical Garden Rose Cultural Garden CAP: 100 Botanical Garden Roman Iron Springs Historic , Historic Selvaggio Treehouse, Gazebo, Babbling Brook ------Room Franklin 5th St.) 1601 N. (Nelson Center, (217) 753-2800 Lincoln Greens Banquet Hall (Lincoln Greens Golf Course, 700 E. Lake Dr.) (217) 544-1751 CAP: 300 5,000 square foot main hall can be The Pavilion’s and has all arranged to accommodate about 300 guests a successful the table and chairs you would need to host into four separate meeting event. It can be sectioned off with rooms, each hosting access to the beautiful Brides have successfully a panoramic lakeside view. come right staged their weddings on our terrace and then has Erin’s for the evening. inside to host an elegant affair to state-of-the-art audio-visual systems and projectors enhance any event or meeting. CAP: 200 floor of The Franklin Room is located on the second The room Nelson Recreation Center. the Franklin P. sheet of ice and has access to a sized overlooks an NHL The area can be used for family large balcony/sun . Amenities reunions, wedding receptions and parties. include elevator access, second floor restrooms and a full-service kitchen with serving window. CAP: 130 Set in the beautiful Lincoln Greens Golf Course, a overlooking Lake Springfield, this banquet hall offers truly unique setting for all kinds of celebrations CAP: 130 scenic views of Pavilion offers hilltop, the Perched upon a beautiful Lincoln Park including the Lincoln Park Lagoon. Original woodwork welcomes guests into the Pavilion where large chandeliers and eight-foot windows light the open floor plan of the grand banquet hall. Pavilion Erin’s (4965 S. 2nd St.) (217) 585-2941 and parties. Lincoln Park Pavilion (Lincoln Park, 1601 N. 5th St.) (217) 544-1751 Douglas Park Bandshell - Washington Park Botanical - Washington Park - Washington Southwind Park - Lincoln Park Bridge ------• • • • • • • • • Room Rentals Room Indoor Reception Venues and Venues Indoor Reception Wedding Sites Wedding your place where you and wedding altar is a sacred A one another and exchange other stand in front of significant stunning some of the most offers The Park District vows. at a very affordable venues in Springfield outdoor wedding as reception venues to inquire about indoor price. Be sure seated guests) refers to capacity, well. (CAP– 10 www.springfieldparks.org Permits for reservation. or sportcourtshouldcallforavailabilityandguidelines usage. Individualsand/orteamsinterestedinreservingafield please beawarethatprioritywillgiventopermittedfield and sportcourtsonafirstcomeservebasis.However, Community membersarewelcometoutilizeParkDistrictfield (217) 544-1751ext.1012 Athletic Fields May throughOctober. beginning thefirstworkingdayofMarchformonths tables andatrashreceptacle.Picnicareasmaybereserved shelter foryourspecialoccasions. All rentalsincludepicnic reservations arestronglyrecommendedtosecureanareaor While youmaypicnicatanyofourparksforfreeadvanced (217) 544-1751ext.1004 Picnics 10am -4pm 10am -10:30pm 4pm -10:30pm 10am -4pm and/or restroomsnearby. *Amenity Sheltershavemorethan1table,power, water 10am -10:30pm 4pm -10:30pm

(Washington, Lincoln,Barker, ComerCox,Douglas,Iles, $7$10 Dreamland, Rotary, EnosandStuart) Permit Fee(1-hourIncrements) Large Amenity ShelterFees Resident Non-Resident Individual ShelterFees Resident Non-Resident Resident Non-Resident $130 $60 $30 $30 $65 $65 $150 $70 $35 $35 $75 $75

Southwind Parks.Walk packagesinclude: easy fororganizerstohostawalkinWashington, Lincolnand their basicneedtogetinshape. The ParkDistrictmakesit funds byleveragingpeople’s desiretohelpotherswhilefilling Charity walks/runscanhelporganizationsraisesignificant (217) 544-1751ext.1004 Walk/Run *PRICES SUBJECTTO CHANGE Walk/Runs andSpecialEventslocatedatSouthwindPark. Southwind Park,ratesandschedulestoreserveforPicnics, * CallErin’s Pavilion(217)585-2941directly foravailabilityat Southwind Park* for additionalfees. *Extra Tables, Trash Cansandadumpstermaybeadded $150$180 necessary andfeeswouldapply. on parkproperty. Additional eventamenitiesmaybe deemed event. Permitfeeswillapplytoeventsthatgeneraterevenue must getwrittenapprovalfromtheParkDistrictpriorto Organizers whoplanaspecialeventonParkDistrictproperty (217) 544-1751ext.1004 Special Events for additionalfees. *Extra Tables, Trash Cansandadumpstermaybeadded $150$180 • • • • (2 mileand5K) United State Track andFieldCertifiedracecourses (by theplayground) Exclusive useofthepicnicshelterduringevent available inLincolnPark) Barricades forlargewalkstopreventvehiculartraffic(not course map Marked courseswithandaccompanyingrace Permit Fee:ResidentNon-Resident Permit Fee:ResidentNon-Resident *excluding SouthwindPark

Southwind Park Springfield’s most inclusive attraction, sets a new national • Treeless Treehouse standard not just for accessibility, but also for environmental This unique feature at Southwind Park was completed excellence. Erin’s Pavilion is a Platinum LEED certified in the summer of 2011. It is a treehouse fabricated building and many features throughout the 80 acre park from large tree logs and is fully accessible. There is exceed ADA accessibility requirements. Other Eco-friendly a ramp system and railing that lead up to the deck of features include wetlands, a wind turbine, solar panels and a the treehouse. This structure creates a great lookout geothermal system. point for the entire park. Just below the treehouse are benches where you can take respite and get shade from Park Amenities the afternoon sun. • Restrooms • Sensory Gardens • Two Playgrounds One unique feature of Southwind Park is its five sensory • Picnic Shelters (5 small, 1 large) gardens. The Enabling Garden has raised planters • Sports Courts - Bocce Ball, Shuffleboard and for accessible gardening. The Tranquility Garden, for Horseshoe Pits persons with Alzheimer’s or dementia, has seating One of the most compelling features of Southwind Park is its areas and a grove of white birches. The Fragrant complete accessibility for all ages and abilities with special Garden features a waterfall and sensory plants in easy emphasis and attention given to those with physical and reach. The Children’s Garden includes a vegetable cognitive disabilities. It provides a new dimension of inclusion garden, native plant area, bird attracting garden and for all people “without boundaries” in full compliance with the many different paths and whimsical items. The Butterfly Americans with Disabilities Act. Southwind Park is an all- Garden has interpretive signage, seating and a people park, serving cognitive, emotional, physical and social . needs in a diverse, safe and fun setting without physical and • Selvaggio Historic Arches social barriers. You can see these marvelous arches all the way Southwind Park is located in southern Springfield. From I-55, from I-55 South! The Selvaggio Historic Arches are take Toronto Rd. (Exit 90) to Second St., then turn north and reminiscent of the old Trolley Turnarounds that used to travel 1 mile to Southwind Rd. be in downtown Springfield. They are LED lit at night to showcase a wonderful light show, and the columns are equipped with music during the summer park season! Come out and enjoy a night under the stars, take a seat on any one of the benches located around the arches and enjoy the show daily. Fishing Piers Erin’s Pavilion Three completely ADA accessible fishing piers on the lake The Park District’s newest addition, opened its doors allow anglers to try their luck at catching bluegill, bass and in May of 2010 as a fully accessible multi-use facility. catfish. Through a partnership with the Illinois Department It is the welcome and visitors center for Southwind of Natural Resources the lake is stocked with hundreds of Park. Erin’s Pavilion is a 15,000 square foot indoor rainbow trout each year just before the spring trout season. building which facilitates recreational, interpretive and educational programs, services and special events. Gazebo It has quickly become Springfield’s newest premiere The gazebo offers a panoramic view of the lake and Erin’s rental facility for weddings, banquets, social galas, Pavilion, all surrounded by beautiful native landscaping. It is business meetings and expos. Voted best place to an area for tranquil reflection and quiet conversation. host a wedding reception from 2011 - 2018 in the Illinois Times BEST OF Series. It has been built with Urban Trail & Navigation System environmentally conscious features with sustainability Navigating the park is easy with a 2½ mile concrete trail that at the forefront and has achieved the U.S. Green has built-in directional guides and a color-coded way finding Building Council’s LEED Platinum status! system for individuals with cognitive disabilities. Conveniently located at the corner of S. 2nd Street and Southwind Road in Springfield. We are easily accessible from Special Features I-55 South on Exit 90 at Toronto Road. • Splash The Splash Fountain makes a great addition to the Hours of Operation playground area. It is located directly west of the Office Hours playground and features fun jumping jets of water that Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm park goers can play through. There is a retaining wall Evening/Weekend Lobby & Restroom Hours for parents to sit on and watch as their children enjoy Tuesday - Friday: 5pm - 7pm the water. The fountain is typically open Memorial Day Saturday: 9am - 3pm through Labor Day each park season. Sunday: 9am - 12pm • Pat’s Garden House & Volunteer Center Erin’s Pavilion is also open evenings This facility is the park’s volunteer and garden center. It and weekends per private rental. 4965 S. Second St. 4965 is a wonderful asset to the northern portion of Southwind park. The Garden House will provide a tool center and Rental Opportunities

gathering place for our many volunteers to maintain and The Pavilion’s 5,000 square foot main hall can 217-585-2941 enhance the natural beauty of our diverse and tranquil be arranged to accommodate about 300 guests plantings throughout the park. In addition, the garden and has all the table and chairs you would need to host a house provides a respite area and restrooms for our successful event. It can be sectioned off into four separate park visitors. The outside of the facility is flanked with meeting rooms, each hosting access to the beautiful terrace a gorgeous pergola that creates a beautiful shaded with a panoramic lakeside view. Brides have successfully passageway and sitting area to hang back and enjoy the staged their weddings on our terrace and then come right inside to host an elegant affair for the evening. Erin’s has park vistas. state-of-the-art audio visual systems and projectors to *PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE enhance any event or meeting. 11 PROGRAMS

After School Recreation Alley Catz Bowling Our after school program provides an afternoon snack as well Right down the middle and STRIKE! The Alley Catz bowling program as recreational activities such as going on walks, playing at the is relaxing and can be for either leisure or fun. Participants will be playgrounds, sports, games and more. We also allow time to do assigned to lanes. The price per session covers getting a pair of homework. This is a great time for children to learn about the power of bowling shoes and one game. This is a year long program that meets inclusion and cultivate positive peer relationships with children of on Tuesdays. There are 6 sessions with eight weeks in each session. all abilities. Location: King Pin Lanes Min/Max: 5/99 Location: Erin’s Pavilion (Chatham School District) Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Min/Max: 10/30 8+ Tue 3:15-4:45pm 1/8-5/28 $16/20 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (per week) 8-22 M-F 2:30-6:00pm 1/7-5/24 $65/75 Bingo Night It’s a great time to come out and play Bingo with Location: Nelson Center (District 186) friends! Join us for a night of fun, excitement, and the Free! Min/Max: 10/30 chance to shout “BINGO!” Hangout and make new Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (per week) friends at this weekly program. You might even win 8-22 M-F 2:00-6:00pm 1/3-5/29 $65/75 a prize. Location: Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 10/30 Dance Age Day Time Date Fees FREE dances on the first Friday of every month. 8+ Wed 5:30-6:30pm 1/9-4/24 FREE Popcorn and drinks are provided as well as music to Free! boogie down to. We encourage participants to dress Cooking Class up according to the theme or dress as you like! This is a great program Learn the basics of cooking! Some food will be for everyone in the community to experience inclusion and dance the prepared each week but not a full meal. This program NEW! night away with participants of all ages and abilities! is offered twice a month and participants may sign up Location: Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park for individual classes. Each month will have a different Theme Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees theme with two classes per month. New Years 7+ Fri 7:00-9:00pm 1/4 FREE Location: Washington Park Botanical Garden Min/Max: 5/15 Valentine’s Day 7+ Fri 7:00-9:00pm 2/1 FREE January: Tis’ the Season for Breakfast St. Patrick’s Day 7+ Fri 7:00-9:00pm 3/1 FREE Theme Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Spring/Easter 7+ Fri 7:00-9:00pm 4/5 FREE Winter Pancakes Cinco De Mayo 7+ Fri 7:00-9:00pm 5/3 FREE vs. Waffles 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 1/10 $8/10 Cinnamon Roll Snowmen 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 1/24 $8/10

February: That’s Amoré Italian Cuisine Theme Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Personal Heart Pizzas 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 2/14 $8/10 Baked Pasta 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 2/28 $8/10

March: St. Patrick’s Sweet Treats Theme Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Leprechaun Bait 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 3/14 $8/10 Shamrock Shakes 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 3/28 $8/10

April: Eggscellent April Theme Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Easter Egg Decorating 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 4/11 $8/10 Oh So Many Omelettes 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 4/25 $8/10

May: Let’s TACO Bout It Theme Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Crazy Quesadillas 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 5/9 $8/10 Taco Time 8+ Thur 5:30-6:30pm 5/23 $8/10

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Abraham Presidential Museum Jr. Blues Games Come on out as we explore the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum! What better way to spend the night than watching hockey with friends? This program is perfect for those who have a passion for history and are This fast paced game is exciting to watch and is the perfect place to looking to spend a fun afternoon with friends. We will be meeting at the meet new people. Come on out and cheer on Springfield’s Jr Blues Nelson Center and will be providing transportation to and from hockey team to victory! the museum. Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 5/15 Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 5/12 VS Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Janesville Jets 8+ Fri 6:30-9:15pm 1/25 $10/15 14 Sun 11:30am-3:30pm 1/13 $25/30 Kenai River Brown Bears 8+ Fri 6:30-9:15pm 2/22 $10/15 Adventure Field Trip Camps Chippewa Steel 8+ Fri 6:30-9:15pm 3/29 $10/15 Calling all explorers for our new Adventure Field Trip NEW! Camps! Instead of spending your day off of school at James and the Giant Peach - home alone, come join us with your friends as we travel The Play NEW! around the central Illinois area! Cost includes admission James, an orphan who lives with cruel family members, prices and transportation to and from our various adventures. Please befriends insects who live inside a giant peach. Join us pack your own lunch. This day camp is offered on most Federal as we experience friendship and adventure through the play Holidays. Sign up for each individual day you would like to attend. interpretation of this exciting journey. We will be meeting at the Nelson Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 10/26 Center for pick-up and drop-off. Field Trip Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 5/12 Illinois Sate Museum 4-22 Mon 7:30am-5:30pm 1/21 $40/50 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Sun 1:15-4:00pm 1/27 $25/30 Abe Lincoln Museum 4-22 Mon 7:30am-5:30pm 2/18 $40/50 STL Science Center 4-22 Fri 7:30am-5:30pm 4/19 $40/50 Peoria Children’s Museum 4-22 Mon 7:30am-5:30pm 4/22 $40/50

Junie B Jones the Musical Join us for Junie B.’s first day of first grade! This exciting play is about the hilarious trials and tribulations NEW! of the beloved Junie B. Jones. We will be meeting at the Nelson Center for pick-up and drop-off. Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 5/12 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Fri 6:15-9:15pm 2/15 $20/25

The Amazing Max This interactive and hilarious magic show is one of the INCLUSION hottest off-broadway shows coming through the central NEW! The Springfield Park District Illinois area so don’t miss this great opportunity! Meet offers inclusion services for Park new friends and sit back in amazement as we watch District programs. Upon an initial The Amazing Max perform! We will be meeting for pick-up and drop- assessment, services that are off at the Nelson Center. deemed appropriate based on Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 5/12 each individual will be provided. If Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees needed, a one-on-one aide will work 8+ Sat 1:15-4:15pm 2/23 $30/35 with your child. When registering, please fill in ADA information as Peoria Riverfront Museum needed on registration form. and Planetarium Taking a day trip to the Peoria Riverfront Museum and NEW! Planetarium. A Museum of art, science, history, and achievement. This museum overlooks the Illinois River in downtown Peoria. Location: Meeting at Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 5/12 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Sun 11:30-4:00pm 2/24 $25/30 13 PROGRAMS

Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum St. Louis Science Center We will be going on a day trip to Peoria, IL to visit the Join us as we drive to St. Louis to learn all about science at the St. Children’s Museum. The kids will be able to explore, NEW! Louis Science Center! Spend an afternoon with friends exploring this learn new information, and use their imagination at this awesome museum. We will be meeting at Erin’s and will be providing fun interactive museum. transportation to and from the Science Center. We will also be Location: Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 8/12 providing lunch. Location: Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 8/12 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 5-13 Sun 11:30-4:30pm 3/10 $20/25 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Sun 10:00am-4:00pm 4/7 $30/35 Seussical the Musical A Dr. Seuss favorite! The SPD is excited to be able to Camping Trip #1 experience this musical live on stage! Join us and your NEW! Spend a beautiful weekend with friends camping under the stars with friends as we laugh along with this hilariously wacky the Springfield Park District! Learn camping fundamentals with this musical put on by kids in the surrounding Springfield overnight trip. In the case of inclement weather the camping trip will area. We will meet at the Nelson Center and provide transportation to be cancelled. and from the performance. Location: Pick-up and drop-off at Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 5/12 Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 5/12 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 13+ Sa-Su 2:00pm-11:00am 4/13-4/14 $40/50 8+ Sun 1:15-4:15pm 3/24 $25/30 Camping Trip #2 Spring Break Camp: Chatham & Rochester Spend a beautiful weekend with friends camping Spring Break Camp is a week long program that provides organized under the stars with the Springfield Park District! NEW! recreational activities such as playing sports and games, doing crafts, Learn camping fundamentals with this overnight trip. going on walks and playing at the playground. An afternoon snack is In the case of inclement weather the camping trip will provided, please pack a cold sack lunch with no soda or candy. be cancelled. Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 12/26 Location: Pick-up and drop-off at Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 5/12 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8-22 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 3/25-3/29 $100/125 13+ Sa-Su 2:00pm-11:00am 5/18-5/19 $40/50

Art Classes 42nd Street - Hoogland Bring out your artistic abilities with an outing to the SpringfieldArt Join us as we watch Peggy’s journey in the Big Apple! Pick up and drop Association. Learn to make a variety of different art projects with the off will be at the Erin’s Pavilion as we will be providing transportation for help and guidance of a professional. Sign up for one class or all this program. of them. Location: Erin’s Pavilion Min/Max: 5/12 Location: Springfield Art Association Min/Max: 8/12 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date Fees 8+ Sun 1:30-4:15pm 5/19 $30/40 8+ Wed 6:00-8:00pm 3/6 $20 8+ Wed 6:00-8:00pm 3/13 $20 8+ Wed 6:00-8:00pm 3/20 $20 8+ Wed 6:00-8:00pm 3/27 $20

Spring Break Camp: District 186 & SASED Spring Break Camp is a week long program that provides organized recreational activities such as playing sports and games, doing crafts, going on walks and playing at the playground. An afternoon snack is provided please, pack a cold sack lunch with no soda or candy. Location: Nelson Center Min/Max: 12/26 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8-22 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm 4/1-4/5 $100/125

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SPECIAL OLYMPICS Special Olympics Softball Skills If you are unable to keep up with the fast pace of a softball game, an CURRENT SPORTS athlete is able to participate in skills competition. This breaks down Powerlifting some of the basic skills in softball for competition for district. Athletes Powerlifting is a sport that is quickly growing worldwide. Strengthen your will work on throwing, hitting, fielding, and batting. upper and lower body by conditioning your muscles to get in shape. Join Location: Lincoln Park (softball field behind the Funshop building) the Springfield Park Districts powerlifting team! Workout and learn to deadlift, bench press and squat. Special Olympics district competition Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees is held in March and State level competition in June. No 8+ Sat 9:30-10:30am 5/4-7/27 $20/25 experience required. Location: Anytime Fitness on S. Dirksen Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 14+ Thur 6:00-7:00pm 1/10-6/9 $20/25

Soccer Team - Special Olympics The world’s most popular sport. Soccer is great exercise, running up and down the field scoring a goal! The team will also work on kicking, dribbling, and shooting. Join our special olympics soccer team. Must have a concept of offense and defense to be part of the team. Location: Lincoln Park Soccer Field (next to Nelson Center pool) Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Sat 9:00-10:30am 2/9-6/9 $20/25

UPCOMING SPORTS Special Olympics Flag Football Flag football is a quickly growing sport for Special Olympics. Learn the basics of flag foot such as offense, defense, and how to work together as a team. Even if you’ve never played football, our excellent coaching staff will help you learn all of the flag football basics. Come out and have fun with your friends while playing one of America’s most beloved sports. Location: Erin’s Pavilion Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Tue 5:30-6:30pm 7/9-10/5 $20/25

Soccer Skills - Special Olympics Special Olympics Bocce Special Olympics soccer skills consists of shooting the ball into a goal, Learn how to play bocce ball! We do doubles and singles competition dribbling up and down and fast shooting into smaller goals. which takes place in early October. No prior experience needed. Bocce Ball is a sport where you throw a little white ball, called the pallina, out Location: Lincoln Park Soccer Field (next to Nelson Center pool) on the court. The objective is to try and get the bocce balls as close as Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees possible to the pallina. This sport needs concentration, strategy, and 8+ Sat 10:30-11:30am 2/9-6/9 $20/25 good aim. Location: Erin’s Pavilion Special Olympics Softball Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Batting, throwing, catching and running the bases. Softball is a team 8+ Mon 5:30-6:30pm 7/22-10/12 $20/25 sport and you must have prior experience in order to play. We invite you to join the program, available starting in May with district competition in July and could end up running to Fall State Games in September. Have a great summer and join the Springfield Park District Special Olympics Softball Team. Location: Lincoln Park (softball field behind the Funshop building) 15 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 8+ Sat 8:00-9:30am 5/4-7/27 $20/25 Eisenhower Aquatic Center offers two indoor heated pools Pool Attire available for year-round fun and fitness. Underwater lights All patrons must wear clean, lined swimsuits. Street clothes, make the Eisenhower Aquatic Facility ideal for education and cut-offs and spandex will not be permitted. Clean, white competitive purposes. The Aquatic Center offers a 25-yard T-shirts will only be allowed if proper swimming attire is worn six-lane multipurpose pool and a separate diving well with two underneath. “one-meter” (low) diving boards. Programming Office Hours - Fall/Winter Swim Lessons, Academy Bullets Swim Club, Masters Swim September 4, 2018 - May 24, 2019 Practice, Aqua Aerobics, Diving Lessons; visit our website for Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm. more info.

Daily Admission (Resident & Non-Resident) Child (12 and under)* $4.50 Adult $5.00 Seniors (62 & over) $4.50 19, 2019 May 8 - 10-Punch Passes (Resident & Non-Resident) 01 0 a.m. Only Available at Eisenhower Pool 2 -9:3 9, 8 Child (12 and under)* $40.00 Buy One t ys p a Adult $45.00 Today! e nd Seniors (62 & over) $40.00 S Su

Annual Passes (12 months) Resident Non-Resident Adult $170 $185 Seniors $105 $115 *Children 10 and under must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible paying adult of ages 16 or older.

Eisenhower Aquatic Center Aquatic Eisenhower Lap Swim Swim laps for fun and fitness all year long. Hours may vary; please call for scheduled times.

September 4, 2018 - May 24, 2019 Monday - Friday 7:00am - 9:00am 11:00am - 1:00pm Monday 8:15pm - 9:15pm Wednesday 8:15pm - 9:15pm

Accessibility Eisenhower Pool is equipped with an ADA accessible pool lift. (ADA Accommodations: Disability-related support is available for all Springfield Park District related programs). Private Pool Rentals Perfect for birthday parties, family reunions, Public Swim graduations, company picnics or just a perfect Eisenhower Aquatic Center welcomes you for some good getaway to celebrate all year long. Call family fun as we host weekly open swim hours. Family swim Eisenhower Pool for more information. may be canceled periodically due to home swim meets. Basic Rental (2 Hour Minimum) Please call ahead to check weekly schedule. Concession Lap Pool or Diving Well tables may be reserved for $22 per table for residents and (when facility is closed) $27 for non-residents. Please call ahead for a reservation. Resident Non-Resident 1-20 persons $80 $90 September 4, 2018 - May 24, 2019 Sunday 2:00pm - 4:00pm Lap Pool or Diving Well Friday 7:00pm - 9:00pm (during regular open hours) 1-20 persons $35 $40 Pool closed on the following holidays: Christmas Day, Easter, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day Both Pools 1-30 persons $90 $110 31-50 persons $100 $120 51-75 persons $110 $140 76-100 persons $120 $150 101-125 persons $130 $160 126 - 150 persons $140 $170 2351 Ave. E. Cornell 217-525-8847

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Winter/Spring Season: January - May Location: Eisenhower Pool Age Groups: 5-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18 (Swimmers are placed in groups according to their ability.) [email protected] In 2018, the Academy Bullets Swim Club was recognized by USA Swimming as a Silver Medal Club in the Club Excellence Program of USA Swimming. PROGRAMS Aquatics

Diving Lessons Parent/Tot Swim Lessons This diving program will provide the youth of Springfield & Sangamon This is an introductory class that emphasizes the involvement of parents County an opportunity to learn, perfect and compete in the sport of helping their child become more comfortable in and around water. The one-meter springboard diving. Our instructors, Elisha Herr & Matt classes are led by a trained instructor and are designed to help parents Woodson, will be coaching all levels of participants. Participants must teach their child how to swim. The student to teacher ratio is 5:1. pass a swimming skills test prior to participating in this program. Level Location: Eisenhower Pool placement is determined by Coach Elisha – [email protected]. Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Location: Eisenhower Pool 2-4 Sun 11:10-11:45am 1/6-2/3 $44/49 Session 1: January 3-29 2-4 Sun 11:10-11:45am 2/17-3/17 $44/49 Session 2: January 31 - February 26 2-4 Sat 11:10-11:45am 3/16-4/13 $44/49 Session 3: February 28 - March 26 Session 4: March 28 - April 28 Group Swim Lessons Session 5: April 29 - May 23 In this program, participants begin learning fundamental swimming Recreational Classes skills, and ultimately, how to swim by themselves. On the first day of Learn to Dive* class, participants are placed in the most appropriate of six levels. Classes are progressive, and each level has a specific set of skills to Age Day Time 1st Child - 2nd Child - 3rd Child achieve before moving on to the next. All classes are taught by trained 6-21 Sun 3:30-4:15pm $43 $39 $37 staff with a student to teacher ratio of 5:1. 6-21 Mon 5:30-6:15pm $43 $39 $37 Location: Eisenhower Pool Level 1 & 2* Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time R/NR Fee - 2nd Child - 3rd Child 5+ Sun 11:55am-12:30pm 1/6-2/3 $46/51 6-21 Sun 2:30-3:30pm $55 $49 $47 5+ Sun 11:55am-12:30pm 2/17-3/17 $46/51 5+ Sat 11:55am-12:30pm 3/16-4/13 $46/51 Competitive Groups/Capital City Dive Club (AAU Membership is required) Semi-Private Swim Lessons Pre-Competitive Group* Individuals participating in this program are evaluated based on Choose which days & times best fit your schedule age/ability and then placed in a group with two other students. (1 minimum/3 maximum attend per week) These lessons will start you off by learning the basic fundamentals of Once Per Week Age Day Time R/NR Fee - 2nd Child - 3rd Child swimming and then progress onto more advanced skills. The student to 6-21 Sun 1:00-2:30pm $77 $69 $66 teacher ratio is 3:1. 6-21 Mon 6:00-7:30pm $77 $69 $66 Location: Eisenhower Pool 6-21 Tue 6:00-7:30pm $77 $69 $66 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 6-21 Thur 5:30-7:00pm $77 $69 $66 3+ Sun 12:40-1:05pm 1/6-2/3 $65/75 Twice Per Week 3+ Sun 12:40-1:05pm 2/17-3/17 $65/75 Fees: 1st Child/$137, 2nd/$123 Child, 3rd child/$117 3+ Sat 12:40-1:05pm 3/16-4/13 $65/75 Three Times Per Week Private Swim Lessons Fees: 1st Child/$165, 2nd Child/$149, 3rd child/$142 Private lessons provide you with one-on-one attention from an instructor Advanced Group* best matched to your needs. This program is designed for swimmers (2 minimum/4 maximum attended per week) of all ages and abilities whether you are looking to overcome a fear of Age Day Time R/NR Fee - 2nd Child - 3rd Child water or just improve your technique. These lessons are great for all 6-21 Sun 1:00-2:30pm $137 $123 $117 and tailored just for you. The student to teacher ratio is 1:1. 6-21 Mon 6:00-7:30pm $137 $123 $117 Location: Eisenhower Pool 6-21 Tue 6:00-8:00pm $137 $123 $117 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 6-21 Thur 5:30-7:00pm $137 $123 $117 2+ Sun 1:25-1:45pm 1/6-2/3 $86/106 Three Times Per Week 2+ Sun 1:25-1:45pm 2/17-3/17 $86/106 Fees: 1st Child/$165, 2nd Child/$149, 3rd child/$142 2+ Sat 1:25-1:45pm 3/16-4/13 $86/106 Four Times Per Week Fees: 1st Child/$180, 2nd Child/$162, 3rd child/$154 *Residents living within the boundaries of the Springfield Park District will receive a 5% discount Private Diving Lesson 1 Diver for 45 minutes Dates and times need to be arranged w/Coach Elisha & Coach Matt Ages: 6-21 R/NR Fee: $35/40 Semi-Private Diving Lesson 2-3 Divers for 1 hour (fee is split 2 or 3 ways) Contact: Dates and times need to be arranged w/Coach Elisha & Coach Matt Ages: 6-21 R/NR Fee: $60/66 Bob Barrett 217-525-8847 ext. 1501 18 [email protected] Aquatics www.springfieldparks.org AQUA AEROBICS Eisenhower Pool $37/resident

$42/non-resident Classes are designed to improve Day Pass: $5 cardiovascular conditioning, stretching and muscle toning. Ages 18+ Classes run Mondays, Wednesdays, Class Availability: and Fridays from 9:15-10:15am. January 4 - 30 Februray 1 - March 1 To register or for more March 4 - 29 information please April 1 - 26 call 217-525-8847.

19 The Nelson Center contains two indoor ice rinks, nine locker Public Ice Skating rooms (7 during summer months) and two concession areas Skating open to the public. Patrons skate and enjoy listening that are open to the public year-round. The Nelson Center to the music. Patrons must abide by all Nelson Center skating houses the only two indoor ice rinks within a 60-mile radius rules. Any child under the age of 10 must be accompanied by and therefore serves as the home for most ice related a responsible adult. Please call ahead for public skate times. programs, events and activities in the area. Public skates may be canceled due to tournaments, hockey games, events, etc.

Daily Admission Fee Youth (12 and under) $5 Adults (13 and over) $7 Senior (62+) $5

Skate Rental $3

10-Use Pass 2018 Youth (12 and under) $45 Adults (13 and over) $63 Senior (62+) $45 *Noon Skate $7 incl. skate rental

Winter (January 4 - April 26) Friday 7:00-9:00pm

Winter (January 5 - April 28) The Springfield Park District offers a variety of instructional Saturday 11:30am - 1:30pm classes and leagues designed to teach children and adults 3:00-5:00pm; Nelson Center Ice Rinks Nelson Center how to ice skate, figure skate or play hockey. The Nelson Sunday 2:00-4:00pm Center also reserves weekly public skate times to allow the *discount rates apply community to enjoy ice skating. Additionally, the Nelson Center is home to the NAHL Springfield Jr. Blues hockey program, Lincoln Land High School Hockey Association, Rentals Springfield Youth Hockey Association, and the Springfield Schedule your group’s ice skating and broom ball rentals for Figure Skating Club. $240/hr for residents of Springfield and $270/hr for non-residents. Please call (217) 753-2800 prior to scheduling Birthday Parties the dates and times for your group. Make your next birthday party as effortless as possible by having it at the Springfield Park District. The Park District can organize your birthday party including setup, tear down, and birthday party products for your guests. Choose from two different party areas at the Nelson Center facility. Please call 217-753-2800 for more information.

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Discount Skate Skating open to the public (all ages). Patrons skate and enjoy listening to the music. Patrons must abide by all Nelson Center skating rules. Any child under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Daily Admission Fee $7.00

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Ice Rink Rental Little Blackhawks Learn to Play Groups can rent out our ice rinks for special events. Rental ice skates The Springfield Park District is working in conjunction with the are included with the cost. Springfield Youth Hockey Association and the Chicago Blackhawks to Location: Nelson Center promote and create a strong Hockey Program. R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date (per hour) The Little Blackhawks Learn to Play is set to give FREE hockey All Sun-Sat Call to schedule date and time $240/270 equipment and jerseys to new participants who register for this program! With that in mind, the Learn to Play initiative was developed Learn to Play Hockey 1 & 2 jointly by the National Hockey League and the NHL Players Association to offer more families a chance to experience everything We are excited to announce that we have that makes youth hockey so rewarding. Hockey is more recently become a Chicago Blackhawks than skating, passing and stick handling. It’s about Rink Partner! We will participate in their MinorHawks Learn to Play responsibility, respect and teamwork! As youth learn skills Program to cross promote the sport of Youth Hockey with the Chicago needed to succeed on the ice, they also build and solidify Blackhawks Organization, the Springfield Park District and Springfield important character traits needed to succeed off the ice. Youth Hockey Association! NOTICE: There are only 50 spots available for this program; 25 spots Basic hockey skills are introduced, to boys and girls, with our 8 class on Wednesday(s) and 25 spots on Saturday(s). If you already received program. Beginning students start in LTP 1 and must receive a passing hockey equipment from this program last year, you will not be allowed grade to advance to LTP 2 hockey or to our House Leagues. LTP 2 is a to register for this program. However, you are still able to register in feeder program into our Lower/Upper House Leagues and Travel team. our Learn to Play Hockey program which has rental equipment and the Register for the Early Bird and save $10.00! same format. Learn to Play Hockey 1 classes are 45 minutes in length and Learn to Register Online: learntoplay.nhl.com/blackhawks Play 2 classes are 1 hour in length. Learn to Play 1 is for beginners Location: Nelson Center and Learn to Play 2 is for advanced beginners. Spring Session Equipment Rental: $150 ($125 refund when equipment is returned) Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees LBH 4-9 Wed 5:45-6:30pm 3/13-5/1 *$100 Equipment Fitting Dates: TBA LBH 4-9 Sat 11:00-11:45am 3/10-5/5 *$100 Contact the Nelson Center at 217-753-2800 to get your child registered *Hockey Equipment and Jersey included w/ the cost. for the next session of MinorHawks and Youth Hockey Programs! Registration Deadline: March 2, 2019 Adult Learn to Play Hockey The Nelson Center’s Adult Learn to Play Hockey is a Drop-in Program Location: Nelson Center that offers first-time hockey players a chance to get on the ice and Spring Session experience the GREAT sport of Hockey! Program will be an open format to allow participants time to practice or establish pick-up games. Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Rental Skates are provided and players must have full hockey gear, we LTP 1 3-15 Wed 5:45-6:30pm 3/13-5/1 $75/85 do not provide hockey gear. Limited space available. There will be no LTP 1 3-15 Sat 11:00-11:45am 3/9-5/4 $75/85 (no class 3/23) programs on February 9, 16 and March 23. LTP 2 3-15 Sat 11:45am-12:45pm 3/9-5/4 $75/85 Location: Nelson Center (no class 3/23) Age Day Time Date Rink R/NR Fees 15+ Sat 1:45-2:45pm 1/5-2/23 2 $12/14

Adult Skills Development Learn and work on the basics of hockey in a drop-in atmosphere. A great early morning workout! This program is for beginners on up! Players must have full hockey gear, we do not provide hockey equipment. Location: Nelson Center Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Stick-N-Puck 15+ Tu & Th 6:00-7:00am 1/2-4/25 $7/8 This is a drop-in hockey session designed for participants to practice hockey skill development. Sometimes games are played and organized by the players. Players MUST have full hockey gear; we do not provide hockey equipment. Location: Nelson Center Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 15+ M-F 12:00-1:30pm 1/1-4/30 $7/8

Contact: Contact: 22 Bruce Blanshan Martin Strieker 217-753-2800 ext. 2001 217-753-2800 ext. 2003 [email protected] [email protected] 217-753-2800 Hockey, Skating & Camps

Duffers Learn to Skate Academy TO LEARN TO This is a pick-up style hockey game that is organized by the Our Learn to Skate Academy is a 6 class program, LEARN A E participants. Players MUST have full hockey gear; we do not provide co-sponsored by the Springfield Park District. We S K T hockey equipment. teach a step by step progression of skills which Location: Nelson Center develops the student’s techniques in an enjoyable and social atmosphere. Beginners start in Snowplow Sam 1 or Basic 1. Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Beginning skaters do NOT need expensive equipment. In most cases 15+ TBA TBA 1/7-4/29 $12/14 you can start by using skates from our rink or by borrowing a pair from a friend. Be sure to dress in warm and comfortable clothing. As you learn Broomball Rentals more, you will likely want to invest in your own skates and equipment. Groups can play broomball and organize their own teams while Register for the “Early Bird” Discount ($62/resident & $72/non-resident)! wearing street clothes and shoes on the ice. Ice skates are not needed. Students must receive a passing grade within their skill level in order to Equipment provided. advance. Enrollment numbers are limited. DON’T WAIT OR YOU MAY Location: Nelson Center BE TOO LATE, REGISTER TODAY! Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (per hour) Location: Nelson Center 7+ Fri & Sat 9:00-11:00pm 1/4-4/27 $240/270 Session 1 R/NR Ice Jamz ~ Family Night Age Day Time Date Fees Spend a Friday Night ice skating with your friends at the Nelson Center Free Skate 1-3 6+ Sat 9:45-10:15am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 Ice Rink! Enjoy the light show, music, games, giveaways and more! (No Class 2/9) Ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-Free Skate 6+ Sat 9:45-10:15am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 Location: Nelson Center (No Class 2/9) Fees(with/without Snowplow Sam 1-4 3-5 Sat 9:45-10:15am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 Age Day Time Date rental skates) (No Class 2/9) All Sat 6:00-8:00pm 2/2 $11/9 Free Skate 4-6 6+ Sat 10:20-10:50am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 All Fri 7:00-9:00pm 3/8 $11/9 (No Class 2/9) Basic 4-6 6+ Sat 10:20-10:50am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 (No Class 2/9) Sr. Hockey League Skating for Hockey 3-8 Sat 10:20-10:50am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 Sr. Hockey League is a recreational league for adults. There are three (No Class 2/9) sessions throughout the year (spring, summer and winter). Dates can Basic 1-3 6+ Sat 10:55-11:25am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 be found at www.shl-springfield.com as they are updated throughout the (No Class 2/9) year. (No Game on Super Bowl Sunday) FS Jumps 6+ Sat 10:55-11:25am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 Location: Nelson Center (No Class 2/9) Basic Spins 6+ Sat 10:55-11:25am 1/12-2/23 $72/82 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (No Class 2/9) 16+ Sun 6:15-9:00pm 1/13-3/31 $175/205 Snowplow Sam 1-4 3-5 Tue 5:15-5:45pm 1/15-2/19 $72/82 Basic 1-3 6+ Tue 5:15-5:45pm 1/15-2/19 $72/82 Tiny Tots Skating Class Edges, Turns & Moves 6+ Tue 5:15-5:45pm 1/15-2/19 $72/82 Your preschooler will benefit by learning the basics of figure skating Session 2 with professional coaches, having fun while learning with friends and R/NR enjoying social time with complementary hot cocoa after class. Parents Age Day Time Date Fees will get to relax with complementary coffee during the lesson. No special Snowplow Sam 1-4 3-5 Tue 5:15-5:45pm 2/26-4/2 $72/82 equipment is needed! Please dress your child warmly and comfortably Basic 1-3 6+ Tue 5:15-5:45pm 2/26-4/2 $72/82 with gloves and arrive 20 minutes proir to lesson time if free rental Edges, Turns & Moves 6+ Tue 5:15-5:45pm 2/26-4/2 $72/82 skates are needed. Sign up for either or both classes. Save $10 if you Free Skate 1-3 6+ Sat 9:45-10:15am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 register by January 7th. Pre-Free Skate 6+ Sat 9:45-10:15am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 Location: Nelson Center Min/Max (per coach): 3/5 Snowplow Sam 1-4 3-5 Sat 9:45-10:15am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Free Skate 4-6 6+ Sat 10:20-10:50am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 2-5 Mon 10:00-10:30am 1/14-2/18 $82/92 Basic 4-6 6+ Sat 10:20-10:50am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 2-5 Tue 10:00-10:30am 1/15-2/19 $82/92 Skating for Hockey 3-8 Sat 10:20-10:50am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 Basic 1-3 6+ Sat 10:55-11:25am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 FS Jumps 6+ Sat 10:55-11:25am 3/2-4/13 $72/82 Basic Spins 6+ Sat 10:55-11:25am 3/2-4/13 $72/82

23 24 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr. 217-585-1821 Henson Robinson Zoo Private Rentals the zooat(217)585-1821orvisitourwebsite. purchase. To learnmoreaboutseasonpasses,pleasecontact Season Passesaregoodfor12monthsstartingatdateof benefits, includingfreeadmission,discountsandmore! experiences. SeasonPassHoldersreceivemanyexciting to servethepublicwithqualityeducationalandrecreational Zoo! Your supportwillhelpensurethatthezoocontinues Become ayear-roundsupporteroftheHensonRobinson Season Pass Group ratesavailableforgroupsof10ormore. Seniors (62&over) Adults (13-61) Children (3-12) Children (2&under) Admission Fee Sat &Sun November 1-24 Fall Hours Daily March 16-October31 2019 SeasonHours: Reopen March16,2019 Closed fortheWinter Open Hours from Africa, Asia, Australia andNorthSouth America. animals inapark-likesetting. The zooishometoanimals Robinson Zoooffers visitorsaglanceatnativeandexotic Open since1970,theSpringfieldParkDistrict’s Henson Personalized Wall Plaque Behind theScenes Tour oftheZoo Board Recognition onFriendsoftheZoo Animal CloseEncounter Admission 5 GuestDayPassesforFree and ExhibitOpenings Invitation toMembersOnlyEvents 20% DiscountinZooGiftShop Across theCountry Reciprocity atZoos& Aquariums Dependent Childrenfor1 Year for 2HeadsofHouseholdandall Unlimited Admission totheZoo the Cardholderfor1 Year Unlimited Admission totheZoofor Donor $100 Family $65 Individual $40 Lifetime $800 President $300 Patron $150 10am -4pm 10am -5pm $4.75 $6.25 $4.50 Free X X X X Individual

X X X X Family X X X X X Donor X X X X X X Patron X X X X X X X President X X X X X X X X X Lifetime (217) 585-1821ext. 1704. www.hensonrobinsonzoo.org orcontactthezoo at pleasevisitourwebsite programs, thesezoo anyof For about information more and recreationalprogramsforchildrenadults. The HensonRobinsonZoooffers awiderangeofeducational Programming call (217)585-1821ext.1701formoreinformation. get youtwohoursoftimewiththezooalltoyourself.Please unique settingsforapartyinSpringfield. A privaterentalwill Zoo. The HensonRobinsonZooistrulyoneofthemost Have yourprivateafter-hourspartyattheHensonRobinson • • • • organization, centerorfacility. a uniqueanimalexperiencerighttoyourschool, to You:Zoo themed classesforchildreninpreschooltoage17. Kids Classes: looking tobecomemoreinvolvedatthezoo. programs forages13andupareavailablethose Volunteering Opportunities: Rent thezoo’s partyroomforyournextbirthdayparty! Birthday Parties:Doyouneedaplacetopartywild? Our educationstaff isavailabletobring The zoooffersanimal funandeducational A varietyofvolunteer

PROGRAMS Henson Robinson Zoo

Educational Programming All zoo programs at: Henson Robinson Zoo 1100 E. Lake Dr. unless otherwise noted.

Zooper Edventures Classes Hop on over to the Zoo to discover more about animals and their ecosystems in Zooper Edventures. Have a wild time in the classroom with fun animal games and crafts! Explore the Zoo and observe some beastly behavior! Pre-registration is required. Please register at least 24 hours before the class date. Location: Henson Robinson Zoo R&Mem/NR Age Day Time Date Fees ZooBabies 5-6 Sat 1-3pm 2/2 $13/15 Opossum Pals 7-9 Sat 1-3pm 2/23 $13/15 Venom! 7-9 Sat 1-3pm 3/16 $13/15 Hog Wild 5-6 Sat 1-3pm 3/23 $13/15 Animal Giants 7-9 Sat 1-3pm 4/13 $13/15 Funny Bunnies 5-6 Sat 1-3pm 4/20 $13/15

Zoo Tot Classes Zoo Tot Classes are a chance for you and your preschooler to share a fun and educational experience at the zoo together. Each class includes stories, animal visits, cool crafts, games, and more! Advance registration is required, and classes fill quickly. (For any class theme, please choose either the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday session). Location: Henson Robinson Zoo Resident & Member/Non-Resident Fees: $9/11.50 ($6 per each additional student) Age Day Time Date What’s For 2-5 Tu, W, Th 10-11am 2/5, 2/6, 2/7 Lunch? 2-5 Sa 3-4pm 2/9 Animal Art 2-5 Tu, W, Th 10-11am 2/19, 2/20, 2/21 Feathered Friends 2-5 Tu, W, Th 10-11am 3/5, 3/6, 3/7 Project H.O.W.L. 2-5 Sa 3-4pm 3/9 In Project H.O.W.L., we Help Out Wild Life! In our zoo classroom, we Anphibi-buddies 2-5 Tu, W, Th 10-11am 3/26, 3/27, 3/28 will learn about animals and their ecosystems, and on zoo grounds, 2-5 Sa 3-4pm 3/30 we will present enrichment items to enhance those animals’ lives and Mother Goose 2-5 Tu, W, Th 10-11am 4/9, 4/10, 4/11 stimulate new behaviors. Advance registration is required. Please Egg-Citing 2-5 Tu, W, Th 10-11am 4/23, 4/24, 4/25 register at least 24 hours before the class date. Animals 2-5 Sa 3-4pm 4/27 Location: Henson Robinson Zoo R&Mem/NR Age Day Time Date Fees Amphibiology 10-12 Sat 1-3pm 2/16 $13/15 Lemurpalooza 10-12 Sat 1-3pm 3/2 $13/15 Turtle Training 10-12 Sat 1-3pm 4/6 $13/15

Contact: 26 Zoo Assist 217-585-1821 ext. 1704 [email protected] Golf The Springfield Park District manages four public golf Season Passes courses. Bunn and Lincoln Greens are the District’s 18-hole Mega Pass courses, while Bergen and Pasfield each offer 9 holes. All All 4 SPD Golf Courses four courses are open to the public and are equipped with Resident Non-Resident pro shops which contain snack shops, golf equipment sales Adult $725 $795 and rental, as well as golf cart rental. Certified PGA & LPGA Sr./Jr. $675 $745 professionals staff the pro shops. *Student Mega Pass $330 $400 *Must be 6-25 years of age and present a valid school ID at the time of 18-Hole Golf Courses purchase. An additional surcharge of $1 per nine holes is required. Bunn 2500 S. 11th | (217) 522-2633 Lincoln Greens OR Bunn Paul Loutzenhiser - PGA Professional Resident Non-Resident Adult $560 $630 Lincoln Greens Sr./Jr. $510 $580 700 E. Lake Dr. | (217) 786-4111 Lance Flury: PGA Professional Bergen OR Pasfield Resident Non-Resident 9-Hole Golf Courses Adult $350 $420 Pasfield 1700 W. Lawrence | (217) 698-6049 Season Passes - Mix & Match! Laura Kuchar: Facility Manager When calculating the price of a mix & match season pass that includes Bunn or Lincoln Greens, the price structure starts Bergen with a base price of $560 and adds on from there. 2900 Clearlake | (217) 753-6211 See options below: (add on an 18-hole course for $100; add Linda Sherwood: LPGA Apprentice Professional on a 9-hole course for $50) Daily Fee Lincoln Greens AND Bunn Bunn & Lincoln Greens Resident Non-Resident 18 Holes Adult $660 $730 Adults Sr./Jr. $610 $680 Monday - Friday $20 Weekends & Holidays $22 Bergen AND Pasfield Resident Non-Resident Senior (62 +), Juniors (under 18) and *Service Personnel Adult $400 $470 Monday - Friday $18 EITHER 18-Hole Course Weekends & Holidays $22 plus Bergen OR Pasfield Resident Non-Resident 9 Holes Adult $610 $680 Adults Sr./Jr. $560 $630 Monday - Friday $11.50 Weekends & Holidays $12.50 EITHER 18-Hole Course plue Bergen AND Pasfield Pasfield & Bergen Resident Non-Resident 9 Holes Adult $660 $730 Adults Sr./Jr. $610 $680 Monday - Friday $10 Weekends & Holidays $11 Family Passes Senior (62 +), Juniors (under 18) Families will receive discounted registration fees for multiple and *Service Personnel passes purchased at the same time. Two people save $25, Monday - Friday $9 three people save $50, four people save $75, five people save $100, etc… *Service Personnel - includes Military personnel, firefighters, and police officers Cart Rental www.springfieldparkdistrictgolf.org Pull Carts 18-holes 9-holes $5.00 $3.00

Power Carts 18-holes 9-holes 1 person $15.00 $7.50 2 person $30.00 $15.00

Golf Programs Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, the Park District offers a variety of lessons, camps and leagues that are sure to improve your game. Visit our website for more information: www.springfieldparkdistrictgolf.org

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Group Golf Lessons The Springfield Park District will offer a series of four 1-hour group golf lessons to be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings throughout the spring. Taught by PGA & LPGA Professionals, each session will provide instruction on all aspects of the game including pre-shot fundamentals, putting, chipping, and full swing. Students will also get an opportunity to go on the course and learn proper etiquette and the Rules of Golf. In addition, each student will receive a certificate for one 9-hole round of golf to be used at either Pasfield or Bergen Golf Courses. Register at Lincoln Greens beginning March 15th or by calling 786-4111 Location: Lincoln Greens Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 1A 6-17 Tu/Th 5:30-6:30pm 4/16-4/25 $75/95 1B 6-17 Tu/Th 6:30-7:30pm 4/16-4/25 $75/95 1A 18+ Tu/Th 5:30-6:30pm 4/16-4/25 $90/110 1B 18+ Tu/Th 6:30-7:30pm 4/16-4/25 $90/110

Pasfield Jr. Golf League The Pasfield Junior Golf League is an 8 week program that runs from early June through early August. The program provides junior golfers ages 8-13 the opportunity to play in a weekly organized 9-hole golf league with various formats of play. The junior league is NOT an instructional program. It is recommended that participants have had some experience on the golf course. Registration begins Monday, April 22, 2019. Registration forms can be downloaded from: http://www.springfieldparkdistrictgolf.org/registration-forms.html

Jr. Golf Camps The Springfield Park District offers 3 Junior Golf Camps (two in June and one in July) that consist of 9 hours of instruction by PGA Professionals that will cover all facets of the game of golf including etiquette, Rules of Golf, putting, chipping, and full swing instruction. Kids will also have an opportunity to play in a scramble format (amount of time on the course varies by age). Camps are Monday-Thursday from 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. (Mon-Wed @ Lincoln Greens, Thurs @ Bergen GC). Registration Begins: Monday, April 29, 2019. Registration forms can be downloaded from: http://www.springfieldparkdistrictgolf.org/registration-forms.html

Contact: Golf Courses Contact:Bergen: 217-753-6211 Bunn: 217-522-2633 29 Lincoln Greens: 217-786-4111 Pasfield: 217-698-6049 30 www.springfieldparks.org Athletics Saturdays 12-5pm Thursdays 3-8pm Tuesdays 3-8pm Public Hours days perweek. track atRiversideParkseven The BMXCluboperatesthe Track Hours Contact: Jeremy&EveBarlow217-931-2680or Can bepurchasedatthetrackduringoperatinghours. Cost: $60 USABMX Membership Races: Practices: (Must bearegisteredriderwithUSABMX) Will Host Springfield BMX after year! and StateChampionships.Winningtitlesinallthreeyear compete intoplevelcompetitionsuchas:Worlds, Nationals, Association) program.Infact,ridersfromSpringfieldBMX BMX strivestoprovideahighquality ABA (AmericanBicycle dirt trackcompletewithjumpsandasphaltturns.Springfield in upperRiversidePark. This uniqueBMXcoursefeaturesa programs forchildrenandadults. The trackitselfisnestled all-inclusive BMXprogramthatprovidesrecreational partnered togethertooffer afullBMXtrackandan The SpringfieldParkDistrictandBMXhave BMX Track to go! what the‘Buzz’ isallabout.NoviceorPro,thiscoursegood beginners beingonly4,136linearfeet.Comevisitandsee disc golfcourseinSpringfield,built2000,andisgreatfor challenging obstaclesandscenicviews. This wasthefirst Douglas Park,featuresan18-holediscgolfcoursefullof Douglas Park(200N.MacArthurBlvd.) DiscGolf Park Douglas alone, youaresuretohavean‘Ace’ ofatime. age orskilllevel.Whetheryouchoosetoplaywithafriend obstacles andsurprisesforallparticipants,nomatterthe tees andholes(baskets). The coursehasmanychallenging 18-hole coursescompletewithstarting District’s largestcoursefeaturingtwo Lincoln ParkDiscGolfCourseisthe Lincoln Park(1601N.5thStreet) DiscGolf Lincoln Park Disc Golf 217-685-9193 formoreinfo. Admission FeeHoursofOperation Admission FeeHoursofOperation facebook.com/Springfield.riverside.bmx FreeDawntoDusk FreeDawntoDusk Sundays, registration1-2pm,$12fee Wednesdays, 5-8pm,$5fee long sleeves. recommended tohave shoes, longpantsanditis have helmets,closedtoe Riders arerequiredto Information

for reservations. court shouldcallforavailabilityandguidelines Individuals and/orteamsinterestedinreservingapickleball &Lights Courts of Private Permit programs andpermittedcourtusage. leagues, andtournamentsmayapply.) Prioritywillbegivento FREE (feestoparticipateinorganizedlessons,clinics, AdmissionFeeDrop-In permitting. All courtsareopentothepublicyear-round,weather Operation of Hours May 1-September25 Ages 13&upFREE and havefun! provides thepaddlesandballs;allyouhavetodoisshowup Pickleball isoneofthefastestgrowingsportstoday. The Club members oftheSpringfieldPickleballClub. Come learnthebasicsofPickleballfrom Pickleball Courts. Every Wednesday at5:30pmIlesPark Pickleball forBeginners facebook.com/springfieldpickleball. the winter. Forinformationondatesandtimes,pleasevisit weekly duringthesummermonthsandmoveindoors Organized gamesandintroductorylessonsareavailable Programs official sizepickleballcourts,centrallylocatedatIlespark. Weather Courts,theSpringfieldParkDistrictnowoffers eight and inkinddonationsthrough Amco FenceCompanyand All along withgrantfundsthroughKingsDaughtersOrganization Thanks tothegenerousdonationfromJackandLynn Handy, 2000 South6thStreet Iles Pickleball Courts reservations. pickleball courtshouldcallforavailability andguidelinesfor Individuals and/orteamsinterestedinreservinga Courts of Private Permit programs andpermittedcourtusage. leagues, andtournamentsmayapply.) Prioritywillbegivento FREE (feestoparticipateinorganizedlessons,clinics, AdmissionFeeDrop-In weather permitting. All courtsareopentothepublicyear-round, Operation of Hours Douglas Park! Park Districthasnowadded8morecourtsto for morePickleballCourts,theSpringfield New in2017!Duetotheincreaseddemand 200 NorthMacArthurBlvd Pickleball Park Douglas Courts $7$10 $7$10 *additional chargestouselightswillapply Permit Fee(1-hourincrements) Permit Fee(1-hourincrements) Resident Non-Resident Resident Non-Resident

Athletics Centennial Skate Park Sangamon Valley Trail Centennial Park ~ Bunker Hill Road Distance: 11.5 Miles and Lenhart Road The Sangamon Valley Trail is a mostly shaded route that Centennial Skate Park, designed by takes travelers from Centennial Park on the southwest side local skating enthusiasts, features of town, 5.5 miles to Stuart Park on the northwest side of an array of trick-orientated objects like advanced bowls, Springfield. In 2017, a 6-mile extension was opened taking handrails, trick boxes, vert ramps and banked ramps. Open to you north from Stuart Park up to Irwin Bridge Road. The all ages, both skaters and spectators will enjoy this park. paved addition features two bridges that put trail users eye-level with the tree line. The trail extension enables the Admission Fee Hours of Operation recreational pathway to cross the Sangamon River, the river Free Dawn to Dusk that provided the trail with its name. Trail Head: Stuart Park (parking lot) Centennial Park (parking lot)

Robin Roberts Stadium at Lanphier Ball Park 1415 North Grand Ave. East Sliders | SpringfieldSliders.com Robin Robert’s Stadium’s irrigated field and demanding 5,200 seating capacity stadiums make it the premier baseball Bicycle Trails stadium in Springfield. The stadium is home to the Springfield Lost Bridge Trail Sliders and several well-known annual baseball tournaments. Distance: 5.6 Miles (IDOT trail head to For more information on games and user groups, please visit Rochester Rd. in Rochester) our website at www.springfieldparks.org. This trail begins on the east side of Springfield at a trail head location in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s parking Dog Runs lot (follow the signs). It winds around the IDOT lake and under Stuart Park Dog Runs Interstate 55, and continues East on the abandoned railroad Stuart Park (1800 Winch Lane) bed to the community of Rochester. Future phases of the trail Stuart Park offers two completely fenced areas where dogs could extend Lost Bridge Trail southeast to the communities may be unleashed. The larger dog run is reserved for larger of Taylorville and Pana. dogs and the smaller dog run is reserved for smaller dogs. Trail Head: IDOT on Dirksen Parkway (parking lot) Each dog run includes a water source, DOGIPOT® and picnic shelter. For a complete list of amenities please visit our Wabash Trail website at www.springfieldparks.org. Distance: 2.1 Miles (Wabash Trail head to Robbins Rd.) This trail is located on Springfield’s southwest side. There Admission Fee Hours of Operation are two bridges that go over Chatham Rd. and Veterans Free Dawn to Dusk Pkwy. The trail also passes alongside Vrendenburgh Park and Westchester Park as well as residential, commercial and Riverside Park Dog Run some industrial land. Users can also access the Interurban Riverside Park (4700 Peoria Road) Trail at the Wabash trailhead. On the West side, the trail The lower section of Riverside Park contains approximately terminates at Robbins Rd. where there is a public drinking 200 acres and is designated primarily as an unleashed dog fountain and a trail head in the BJ Grand Salon parking lot. run area. This area includes a small pond and nearly one mile of riverfront land for you and your dog to enjoy. Trail Head: Wabash Ave. & Park Ave. (parking lot) BJ Grand Salon on Robbins Rd. (parking lot) Admission Fee Hours of Operation Free Dawn to Dusk Bunn to Lost Bridge Trail Distance: 1.5 Miles Sled Hills The Bunn to Lost Bridge Trail is an extension of the Lost Centennial Park Bridge Trail from Rochester. Future plans are to extend 5751 Bunker Hill Rd., New Berlin the trail to Stanford Avenue. There are street crossings on Centennial Park is home to the largest sled hill Dirksen Pkwy. and Taylor Ave. in the area. The park features a 100 foot man-made Trail Head: A. IDOT Building on Dirksen Pkwy. (parking lot) B. sled hill. The sled hill is open from dawn to dusk. Sledding is Abundant Faith Christian Center (parking lot) permitted when snow is present. www.springfieldparks.org

Interurban Trail Pasfield Golf Course Distance: 8.4 Miles (from trail head on Wabash to Walnut St. 1700 W. Lawrence in Chatham) Pasfield Golf Course is the host of the most popular sled hill in This trail connects to the Wabash Trail at the Wabash trail the Springfield area. The sled hill is open from dawn to dusk. head located at the intersection of Wabash Ave. and Park Sledding is permitted when snow is present. Ave. It heads south under Interstate 72 near the MacArthur extension. It crosses the lake on refurbished railroad bridge Safety Tips and continues to Chatham, ending at Walnut St. The trail is • Only sled within the • Be courteous of designated sledding areas other sledders very scenic even with its close proximity to the active railroad listed above • Stay off of frozen ponds line. Most of the trail passes through areas that are open • Make sure children wear a and creeks farmland or scattered housing. helmet • Only sled with a Trail Head: Wabash Ave. & Park St. (parking lot) Hazel Dell • Dress warm (hats, gloves, responsible adult boots) & West Grand Woodside Rd. & Pedigo Ln. (parking lot by • Never sled alone 31 Pedigo sign) • Never sled after dark

PROGRAMS Athletics

Lacrosse Clinics Pickleball for Beginners Come out and see what the fastest growing sport in the Free! STARTING IN MAY! Free! United States looks like! Never played before? No problem! Come learn the basics of Pickleball from members of We will teach you! Don’t have any equipment? No problem, we have the Springfield Pickleball Association. Pickleball is one of the fastest that too! Go to springfieldparks.org for dates and times. growing sports of today. We will provide paddles and balls, all you have Location: Call 217-544-1751 ext. 1012 for details to do is show up and have fun! Connect with The Springfield Pickleball Club at facebook.com/SpringfieldPickleball Age Day Time Date Fees Location: Iles Park Pickleball Courts 6-18 Sat 9:00-11:00am Call for details FREE Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Capital City Lacrosse 13+ Wed 5:30pm-Dark 5/1-9/25 FREE Now that you’ve learned the game, join CAPLAX as they play in the Central Illinois Lacrosse Association! We will be taking on other teams from all around Central Illinois! Location: Centennial Park Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 6-18 M-F 5pm Season Starts 3/4 $125/150

Men’s Wood Bat Summer Softball Each team plays 10 regular season games and a single elimination tournament. Minimum of 4 teams and maximum of 8 teams for this league. Games are NEW! played with wooden bats only! Registration Deadline is March 21st Location: Lincoln Park Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (per team) 18+ Mon 6-10pm 4/8-6/24 $300/350 BMX Track Co-Ed Summer Softball The Springfield Park District and the Springfield BMX Club have This league is a recreational league designed for both men and women. partnered together to offer a full BMX track nestled in upper Riverside Each team plays 10 regular season games and a single elimination Park. This unique BMX course features a dirt track complete with tournament. All games are played at Lincoln and Iles Park. jumps and turns. The track offers fun and adventure for all ages and Registration Deadline is March 21st ability levels. There is a low $60 annual fee to become a member of the Location: Lincoln Park & Iles Park Springfield BMX Club. Look for exciting regional gold cup qualifiers and Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (per team) other major races this year! For more information go to 18+ Wed 6-10pm 4/10-6/26 $400/450 www.facebook.com/springfield.riverside.bmx Location: Riverside Park Men’s Summer Softball Age Day Time Date Daily Fees This league is a recreational league for men. Each team plays 10 Practices All Wed 5-8pm 3/6-11/6 $3 regular season games and a single elimination tournament. (full gear required) Registration Deadline is March 21st Races All Sun 1-2pm 3/17-11/3 Call for price Location: Iles Park & Hobbs Park (pre-regisration required) Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees (per team) 18+ Thu 6-10pm 4/11-6/27 $400/450 33 Athletics PROGRAMS

2019 Ballroom Dance Program SESSION TWO February 27 – April 3 Disclaimer: Class offerings and logistics may change. Always check for current information on the flyers at Basic East Coast Swing www.springfieldparks.org or www.RonAndPaulaDance.com There is no prerequisite for this class. Learn the Basics of or call Ron & Paula at (217) 553-0446. single- step East Coast Swing. Also called the Jitterbug, ECS is the Location: Nelson Center most versatile of the swings and can be danced to all your rock n’ roll and contemporary swing music; It is fun, fast, and easy to learn and a Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees dance you will use a lot. Follow-up with ECS I next session. 15+ Wed 6-9:30pm 1/9-5/22 $70/80 6:00-7:00pm

SESSION ONE January 9 - February 13 Rhumba I The prerequisite for this class is Basic Ballroom skills. This “dance of Basic Ballroom love” class will add step patterns and technique to your Basic Ballroom There is no prerequisite for this class. Learn the basics of Waltz, skills. Rhumba, a slow - moderate tempo Latin-based dance, can be Foxtrot, Rhumba, and a “taste” of Swing. This “jumpstart” class will get danced to all your ballroom and contemporary favorites, with or without you dancing to several types of music quickly and is the prerequisite for a Latin beat. Rhumba is always a favorite. the ‘Rhumba I’ and ‘Waltz & Foxtrot I’ classes that follow. A perfect place 7:15-8:15pm to get started. Follow-up with Rhumba I next session. 6:00-7:00pm FreeStyle (Solo) for All Ages There is no prerequisite for this class. Learn basic NEW! Nite Club 2-Step I freestyle (solo) dance moves with a little Jazz flair, a The prerequisite for this class is Basic Nite Club 2-Step. If NEW! lot of disco motion, and solo shine moves. If you like you already know the Basics of Nite Club, you will want to dancing to bands that play 50’s rock n’ roll, 60’s Motown, 70’s take advantage of this NEW class offering. Take your skills & 80’s disco, and 90’s to current day contemporary, this class will teach to the next level when dancing to slower contemporary rock or to you how to “move” to all that music that does not fit traditional ballroom. your favorite romantic oldies. A class you do not want to miss. FreeStyle does not require a partner, therefore, both Singles and 7:15-8:15pm Couples may register for this class only. 8:30-9:30pm All Salsa There is no prerequisite for this class. This “hot” Latin-style dance is SESSION THREE April 17 – May 22 very popular with the club scene and more informal than its ballroom counterpart, Mambo. Salsa step patterns originated from Mambo and Basic Ballroom can be danced to its own unique “sound” or to more traditional Mambo There is no prerequisite for this class. Learn the Basics of Waltz, music. This allows you to use your ‘Salsa’ skills at many dance venues. Foxtrot, Rhumba, and a “taste” of Swing. This “jumpstart” class will get You will have lots of fun learning and dancing this lively and sensuous you dancing to several types of music quickly and is the prerequisite social dance. for the ‘Rhumba I’ and the ‘Waltz and Foxtrot I’ classes offered in other 8:30-9:30pm sessions. A perfect place to get started. 6:00-7:00pm

East Coast Swing I The prerequisite for this class is Basic East Coast Swing skills. Take your Swing/Jitterbug to the next level with advanced step patterns and techniques. Dance to all the current sounds plus the oldies. You can never know too much Swing. 7:15-8:15pm

FreeStyle (Solo) for All Ages Continues Although there is no prerequisite for this “continuation” FreeStyle class– it is highly recommended that you have NEW! similar skills from the first class offered last session. This “UNIQUE” offering that will continue and expand your freestyle abilities; it is not a repeat of last session. Learn basic freestyle (solo) dance moves with a little Jazz flair, a lot of disco motion, and solo shine moves. If you like dancing to bands that play 50’s rock n’ roll, 60’s Motown, 70’s & 80’s disco, and 90’s to current day contemporary, this class will teach you how to “move” to all that music that does not fit traditional ballroom. FreeStyle does not require a partner, therefore, both Singles and Couples may register for this class only. 8:30-9:30pm

Contact: 34 Sean Dickerson 217-544-1751 ext. 1012 [email protected] Early Childhood

Funshop at Lincoln Park 1601 N. Fifth St., Springfield (217) 753-6234 The Funshop program offers a unique education based environment where parents and children can play together. The foundation of the innovative Funshop experience is a firm belief that parents are not only a child’s first teachers but also his or her most trusted and influential educators. During the program, parents assume the role of the teacher while program staff provide guidance, which allows parents to fully engage their children in the wonderful world of learning and discovering.

Dozens of Play Center will capture your children’s interest, spark their imagination, strengthen their communication skills, and exercise their decision-making and sensory motor skills. Most of the program is devoted to self-directed play however, Washington Park Pavilion - Preschool each class also features small-group activities designed 1400 Williams Blvd, Springfield to develop social and language skills. At least one parent, (217) 546-3970 relative, or caregiver must accompany each child to every The Washington Park Pavilion was built around 1900 as class. Contact Funshop for more information about classes. an elegant cobble stone event lodge complete with a grand ballroom, kitchen and dining room. Originally, there was an oval balcony upstairs that overlooked the ballroom complete with finished wood railings and beautiful wood floors. The two- story pavilion has an open, oversized portico with a scenic view of a duck pond.

Now the Pavilion is home to Preschool in the Park during the day and serves as a banquet hall/rental center at night. A drop ceiling has been installed in the overlook of the balcony to provide florescent lighting for preschool children and visiting patrons. New French doors were installed in 2008, which once again provides immediate and convenient access to the oversized portico. Contact the Washington Park Pavilion for information about preschool. 217-546-3970 1400 Williams Blvd.

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Washington Park Preschool Tiny Cheer Class The Park District offers a structured preschool program with a In this special one-day class, the children will be introduced to the curriculum that is based on the Illinois Childhood Learning Standards. basics of cheerleading including motions and jumps. Students will also The philosophy of the preschool program is that every child should be learn to connect motions in a mini-routine for parents to watch at the given the best chance to grow and develop intellectually, emotionally, end of the class. Please have your child wear socks and tennis shoes, and socially. Students can be signed up any time during these sessions no jewelry, and if your child has long hair, please put up into a pony tail. (based on availability). Please call the director for further information on Location: Washington Park Pavilion Pre-school registering your child(ren) for preschool. Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Location: Washington Park Pavilion Preschool 3-5 Sat 10-11:30am 4/20 $27/37 R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date per month 3-5 M, W, F 9-11:30am 9/5/2018-5/24/2019 $95/105 3-5 T/Th 9-11:30am 9/4/2018-5/23/2019 $74/84 3-5 M, W, F 12:45-3:15pm 9/5/2018-5/24/2019 $95/105 3-5 T/Th 12:45-3:15pm 9/4/2018-5/23/2019 $74/84 3-5 M-F 9-11:30am 9/4/2018-5/24/2019 $160/170 3-5 M-F 12:45-3:15pm 9/4/2018-5/24/2019 $160/170

Special Events What’s Cooking? Children will cook their way through winter to spring. Participants will measure and mix their own yummy snacks. We will also make a fun art project during each class. Payment will be due on the first night of the class. Please call the director to register. There is a limit of 12 in a class. Payment will be due on the first night of class. Child-only class (parent drop child off for class). Location: Washington Park Pavilion Preschool Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Funshop 3-5 Mon 5:30-6:30pm 1/21-3/11 $57/67 Funshop is an exciting, interactive early education program for children and parents together. It has been uniquely designed to provide the optimal one-on-one experience between parent and child.Parent orientation is January 21 for returning families and January 22 for new families. Call 217-753-6234 or email [email protected] to register your child. Location: Funshop Building in Lincoln Park Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 16-26 mos Mon 9:30-10:45am 1/28-4/29 $99/109 16-30 mos Mon 6:00-7:15pm 1/28-4/29 $99/109 16-26 mos Tue 9:30-10:45am 1/29-4/30 $99/109 16-30 mos Tue 5:00-6:15pm 1/29-4/30 $99/109 2 ½-3 ½ yrs Wed 9:30-10:45pm 1/30-5/1 $99/109 2 ½-3 ½ yrs Wed 6:00-7:15pm 1/30-5/1 $99/109 2 ½-3 ½ yrs Thur 9:30-10:45am 1/31-5/2 $99/109 2 ½-5 yrs Thur 11:30am-12:45pm 1/31-5/2 $99/109 3-5 yrs Thur 5:00-6:15pm 1/31-5/2 $99/109 22-32 mos Fri 9:30-10:45am 2/1-5/3 $99/109

Paint with Me Class Mom or Dad join your child in this special painting class. You and your child will be painting a snowflake tape painting on canvas. After you finish your masterpiece, you will both make and eat a snowflake snack. Canvas, paints, and brushes will be provided. Please bring a paint smock to paint in. Location: Washington Park Pavilion Preschool Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees 3-5 Sat 10-11:30am 1/12 $27/37 Contact: 36 Debbie Clark 217-546-3970 [email protected] PRESCHOOL PAINT WITH ME AGES: 3-5 at WASHINGTON PARK PAVILION PRESCHOOL

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call PRESCHOOL to register 217-546-3970 FUNSHOP Ages: 16 months - 5 years Jan 28 - May 3 13 Week Classes for only $99 | RES Funshop is an exciting, interactive early education program for children and parents together. It has been uniquely designed to provide the optimal one-on-one Each 13-week class includes experience between parent and child. ($109 | NON-RES) Classes parent & child for one low price! Toys & Interest Areas Pick the Age Group Pick the Day Pick the Time Weekly Themes 16-26 Months Monday 9:30-10:45am Safe Play-Based Learning Tuesday 9:30-10:45am Promotes Socail-Emotional Skills Come Join 16-30 Months Monday 6:00-7:15pm Self-Directed Learning the Magic! Tuesday 5:00-6:15pm Strengthen Communication Funshop Family Networking 22-32 Months Friday 9:30-10:45am

2.5 - 3.5 Years Wednesday 9:30-10:45am Wednesday 6:00-7:15pm Thursday 9:30-10:45am Email [email protected] or call 217-753-6234 or to register your child. 2.5-5 Years Thursday 11:30am-12:45pm Located at the Funshop Building in Lincoln Park. 3-5 Years Thursday 5:00-6:15pm 37 Tours The Rees Carillon is a 12-story tower with observation decks. It offers spectacular views of Washington Park and Springfield from the city’s highest point of elevation. The beautiful 67 cast bronze bells range in weight from 22 pounds to 7½ tons! Enjoy an “insider’s view” of this extraordinary architectural landmark and rare musical instrument. Allow 30 minutes. Tours Start on May 2019 (weather permitting) Saturday & Sunday: between Noon & 6:00pm

Admission Fee Adults $4 Children $3

The Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon is one of the largest and finest of the world’s carillons. Located in historic Washington Park, the Rees Carillon is the site of numerous free public

Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon Thomas Rees concerts, exciting community events and the world-renowned International Carillon Festival held each June.

Weekly Concerts Carlo van Ulft, the Park District’s carillonist, Free! plays a wide variety of classical, folk and popular music year-round. Enjoy the beauty of Washington Park and the adjacent the Botanical Garden with the unique accompaniment of carillon music. January - April Wednesday: Noon Sunday: 2:00pm and 4:00pm 1740 W. Fayette Ave. Fayette W. 1740 217-546-3853 38 PROGRAMS Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon

Winter Carillon Concerts Carlo van Ulft, the Park District’s carillonist, will play a wide variety of classical, folk and popular music for the winter season. Enjoy the beauty of Washington Free! Park and the adjacent the Botanical Garden with the unique accompaniment of carillon music. Location: Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon Age Day Time Date Fees All Sun 2:00 & 4:00pm 1/6-4/28 FREE All Wed 12:00pm 1/2-4/24 FREE

Contact: Carlo van Ulft 217-546-3853 39 [email protected] www.carillon-rees.org 40 1740 W. Fayette 217-546-4116 Washington Park Botanical Garden Membership Benefits Membership to flourish. workshops. WithyourassistancetheGardenwillcontinue implementation ofnewgardens,educationalprogramsand memberships helpwiththecreation,developmentand member today!RevenuegeneratedfromBotanicalGarden the Washington ParkBotanicalGardenbybecominga You cancontributetoagrowingtraditionandhelpsupport The Washington ParkBotanicalGardenneedsyourhelp! Membership Free Admission Fee contact theBotanicalGardendirectly. All stateholidays.Foracompletelistofactualdates,please Holiday Closures Saturday &Sunday Monday -Friday Operation of Hours favorites” displayedinnewandexcitingways. found attheGarden—-rareandunusual,aswell“old offered attheGarden. Over1200speciesofplantscanbe are conductedfreeofcharge.Educationalworkshops for adultsandschooltourspreschoolthroughcollegelevel The Gardenisalsoaplaceforlearning.Generalgardentours refreshing shadeofourmanyevergreenanddeciduoustrees. flower beds,thefragranceofRoseGarden,and environment. Visitors enjoythecolorofannualandperennial tranquility andbeauty, anoasisofnature,withinurban enjoyment andeducation. The Gardenprovidesasceneof The Washington ParkBotanicalGardenisaplacefor Benefactor Family $17 Individual Rates (peryear) Membership • • • • • • • The “Washington ParkBotanicalGardenNews” Feel thesatisfactionofhelpingour gardengrow conservatories nationwide Discounts formanyotherbotanicalgardens,arboretaand In-house useoftheGarden’s librarycollections Invitations to“MembersOnly”giveaways Advance noticeofclassesandevents Reduced ratesforworkshops quarterly newsletter $30+ $12 12pm -5pm 12pm -4pm

Fee Venue Room Rentals Fee Venues Outdoor Weddings website, www.springfieldparks.org, formoreinformation. wedding receptionsandbusinessmeetings.Pleasevisitour area. Additionally, theExhibitHalloffers agreatvenuefor stunning settingsforanoutdoorweddingintheSpringfield Washington ParkBotanicalGardenoffers oneofthemost Weddings andRentals information isavailablepertainingtoeachshow’s topic. designed byprofessionalhorticulturestaff AND somewritten website orcalltheBotanicalGardendirectly. Floralshowsare to eachshowtopic.Formoreinformation,pleasevisitour horticulture staff. Written informationisdistributedpertaining Exhibit Hall.Floralshowsareconductedbyprofessional Numerous floralshowsandspecialeventsareheldinthe Events andShows • • • • • • • • • • • Additional chargesmayapply Alcohol Permit:$50 additional hour Non-Resident: $440/4hours+$100each Resident: $340/4hours+$75eachadditionalhour -minimum4hourrental Exhibit Hall(120people) additional hour Non-Resident: $440/2.5hours+$100each Resident: $340/2.5hours+$80eachadditionalhour Outdoor EducationalPlaza(200+people) Annual DisplayBeds(200+people) Rose Garden(100+people) Roman CulturalGarden(100+people) *PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

PROGRAMS Washington Park Botanical Garden

Prairie State Orchid Society Display Lily Give-A-Way and Sale Free! Come and get lily bulbs for your garden! The Garden Free! Exotic tropical orchids are displayed in juried competition. will be giving away Easter lilies from the Spring Floral Orchid experts from the orchid society will be on hand to Display. The lilies will be removed from their pots so answer questions and sell beautiful orchids at bargain prices. bring your own containers to take them home. GARDEN MEMBERS Location: Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall ONLY. Become a member today and enjoy the plant giveaways! and Conservatory Location: Washington Park Botanical Garden Garage Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees All Sat 12:00-4:00pm 2/9 FREE All Tue 9:00am-3:00pm 4/23 FREE All Sun 12:00-3:00pm 2/10 FREE Orchid Info & Repotting Workshop Spring Floral Display The Garden welcomes members of the Prairie State Free! Easter Lilies and lush tropical foliage fill the Exhibit Hall Free! Orchid Society for a program on basic orchid care and and Conservatory for the 46th Annual Spring repotting of orchids. Members will be on hand to repot Floral Display. your orchids and give advice on your orchid’s needs. Some of the Location: Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall members will have their personal orchids on display. and Conservatory Location: Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees Age Day Time Date R/NR Fees All Sa/Su 12:00-5:00pm 4/6-4/21 FREE All Sat 9:00am-12:00pm 4/27 FREE All M-F 12:00-4:00pm 4/8-4/19 FREE

Contact: Alexa Bryan Potts 41 217-546-4116 ext. 2902 [email protected] Park Addresses and Amenities 217-544-1751

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43 Help the penguin family find their lost mittens. They are hidden throughout this Activity Guide. When you find a mitten, circle it and write the page number on one of the lines on the right. When you have found all 10 mittens (the tenth one we found for you) bring this Activity Guide to Bunn Admin, Nelson Center, Erin’s Pavilion or the Zoo for children 12 and under to redeem a prize! Page 44