Information Office Location INSURANCE: The York Center Park District does not provide 2 blocks east of Meyers Rd. and medical insurance coverage for those participating in recreation pro- 4 blocks south of Roosevelt Rd. grams or while using park facilities. Such insurance would make 1609 S. Luther Avenue programs and user fees prohibitive. Lombard, IL 60148 Phone: (630) 629-0886 WAIVERS: York Center Park District does not accept liability for Fax: (630) 629-0888 participants injured in a Park District program. Participants must E-Mail: [email protected] furnish their own medical and accident insurance. All participants must sign the multiple waiver and release form which is located on the reverse side of the registration form. See waiver on page 25-26. Office Hours Staff Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Administration AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT (ADA): People with disabili- Closed Saturdays & Sundays Sharon Labak-Neubauer Executive Director ties, please note: The York Center Park District will not discrimi- Michele Hull nate against eligible residents for participation on the basis of a Office Closed Bookkeeper disabling condition. “We invite any participant with a special need Dec 24, 25, 31 & Jan. 1 to contact our staff upon registration so that a smooth inclusion may Mar. 29, May 27 Recreation Department occur.” In addition to the programs listed here, our district provides Lori Michalowski additional specialized services for people with disabilities through Phone Hotline Recreation Supervisor Gateway. Feel free to call them at (630) 325-3857, or see the Spe- For information on Jeremy Fila cial Recreation Association page in this brochure. See more infor- programs and special events Program Supervisor mation on page 5. call (630) 575-9675. Amanda Richardson Program Supervisor CODE OF CONDUCT/BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS: YCPD Board Meetings Mary Kawalek participants are expected to demonstrate appropriate behavior at all Meetings are held on the third Program Supervisor times. The following is a list of the Park District’s behavior codes, Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm Nicole Smith which have been developed to help make the programs safe and en- at the Administrative Office. The Recreation Assistant joyable for all participants. Additional rules or guidelines may be public is welcome to attend. Dates Mary Blaas developed for specific programs if deemed necessary by YCPD and agendas are posted at the of- Instructor staff. fice and on the park district web- Julian Gutierrez 1. Show respect to fellow participants and staff. site. Instructor 2. Abstain from using abusive or foul language. Shannon Stapleton 3. Abstain from causing or threatening bodily harm to self, fellow participants or staff. Board of Commissioners Instructor 4. Show respect to equipment and facilities. Peggy Crotty - President Cassandra Stawiarski Additional or individual behavior management plans may be devel- Terry Purkart - Vice President Instructor oped based on the advice of parents, guardians, YCPD staff, or Ann DeGroot - Treasurer other professionals. A caring, fair and positive approach will be uti- Robert Fritz - Commissioner Office lized regarding the use of any disciplinary methods. Each situation Julie May - Commissioner Diane Stapleton will be evaluated individually and on its own merit. YCPD reserves Sharon Labak-Neubauer - Office Manager the right to dismiss a participant at any time. Secretary Melyssa Otake Clerical Assistant Gateway Special Recreation Association Visit Our Website Elizabeth Schuda Clerical Assistant 15W431 59th Street, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 The York Center Park District Phone: (630) 325-3857 TDD: (630) 832-9702 Website: website is www.ycpdfun.com. Parks Department www.ray-graham.org You can find an application for Frank Marasco Gateway SRA is a special recreation that provides programs/ser- employment, view programs, Maintenance Assistant vices for children and adults with disabilities and/or special needs. download a printable registration Doug Orlando Gateway provides services for the park districts in Burr Ridge, form, take a look and stay Maintenance Assistant Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Pleasant Dale, York Center, and Westchester; informed. Dan Summins and the Villages of Hinsdale and Willowbrook. These organizations Maintenance Assistant pooled their resources to contract Ray Graham Association for Peo- Ryan Weaver ple with Disabilities to provide programs and services to individuals Maintenance Assistant with disabilities in their communities. Over 300 individuals are served annually through recreational activities, including music, drama, sports, arts and crafts, social activities, and special events. www.ycpdfun.com 3 Table of Contents General Information Teen Unique Animals .........................................15 Teen Open Gym Basketball .......................31 Jake and the Neverland Pirates Party.........16 Birthday Parties............................................7 Teen Open Gym Dodgeball .......................32 Mexican Fiesta.......................................... 16 Board Meetings............................................3 Fishing Fun ............................................... 16 Board of Commissioners..............................3 Adult School’s Out Party .................................... 17 Facility Rental..............................................7 Open Gym Basketball................................36 Youth Fishing Rules and Regulations.....................6 Educational Fabulous Fridays........................................22 General Information .................................3-5 Preschool Pokemon Comeback ..................................22 Registration Form & Waiver ................25-26 Counting, Colors and More........................17 Arabian Knights Farm................................23 Registration Information..............................5 Preschool 2012-2013 .................................10 Lego Fun ....................................................24 Arts & Crafts Youth PJ Party ......................................................27 Preschool Mad Scientists............................................23 Angry Bird Challenge................................29 Snazzy Snowflakes ....................................11 Teen Fishing Fun ................................................29 Let’s Paint ..................................................12 Babysitting Training Course ......................32 Teen Tie-Dye Friday...........................................14 Adult Teen Jam Session .......................................31 Spring Craft Class......................................15 AARP Driver Safety ..................................38 Teen Advisory Board .................................31 Youth Holiday Classes Bookworm Club.........................................32 Winter Crafts..............................................21 Fantasy Comes to Life ...............................35 Preschool Winter Ceramics ........................................21 Groundhog’s Day Party..............................13 Sports/Fitness Crafty Corner .............................................24 Valentine’s Day Workshop.........................13 Preschool Spring Crafts ..............................................28 Valentine’s Day with the Chipmunks.........13 Fitness Frenzy ............................................11 Spring Ceramics.........................................28 Leapin’ Leprechauns..................................14 Lil Sticks ....................................................13 Teen Egg-citing Egg Coloring............................15 All Star Soccer ...........................................13 Bead All About It .......................................31 Easter With Dora........................................15 Lil Hoops ...................................................14 Recycled Arts ‘n Crafts..............................33 Arbor Day Celebration...............................16 Preschool Open Gym .................................15 Pottery Basics.............................................34 Mother’s Day Gifts ....................................17 Lil Caps......................................................16 Fashionista .................................................35 Youth Gym Time Fun ...........................................17 Adult Happy New Year!.......................................19 Tiny T-Ball.................................................18 Ceramics ....................................................36 Mardi Gras Party........................................22 Youth Camps Valentine’s Day Hearts & More.................22 Bowling Buddies........................................20 Preschool St. Partrick’s Day Party..............................24 Floor Hockey .............................................23 Blues Busters- Munchkins .........................18 Bunny Bingo ..............................................27 Soccer-Dribble, Shoot, Score! ...................24 Youth Eggs-cellent Eggs.......................................27 Basketball Hoops .......................................27 Winter Break Camp ...................................19 Cinco de Mayo Party .................................28 Fitness Frenzy ............................................28 After School Recreation.............................20 Mother’s Day Workshop............................28 Night T-Ball ...............................................29 All Day Camps...........................................20 Nature Programs Teen Fit ‘n Fun ...................................................33