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FUN GUIDE - Village of North Riverside
FUN GUIDE                   Fall 2021

   REGISTER
    EARLY!
 $3 Same Day/Late             Inside
REGISTRATION FEE              • Basketball Registration
  Register early to avoid     • Holly Day Camp Details
       this charge!           • Tree Lighting Ceremony
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                                    program updates and new events.

     All programs and parameters are subject to change
      due to current local, State and Federal guidelines.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

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     September
     9/12            9am-2pm             Fall Flea Market
     9/17            6:30-9pm            Autumn Fest & Chili Cook-Off

     October
     10/2            930am-12pm          Lightning McSpeedway RC Race Day
     10/20           6-7:30pm            Great Pumpkin Challenge                       FOLLOW US
     10/24           9am-2pm             Holiday Bazaar
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                                                                                     for program updates
     10/25           Evening             Halloween Home Decorating Judging             and unadvertised
     10/28           6:30-8pm            Family Pumpkin Carving                         special events.
     10/30           10am-12pm           Day of the Dead & Loteria Game Event

     November
     11/2            9am-4pm             Deadline date to drop off cards for the Armed Forces
     11/19           7-9pm               Turkey Bingo
     11/20           9am-12pm            Holiday Photo Shoot

     December
     12/1            6-7:15pm            Village Tree Lighting Ceremony
     12/12           9-10:30am           Breakfast with Santa
     12/16           5:30-7:30pm         Annual Village Christmas Party
     12/17           9am-4pm             Deadline date for Letters to Santa
     12/17           Evening             Winter Home Decorating Judging

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                                        EASY WAYS
                                                          1. In Person: 2401 S. DesPlaines Avenue
                                                          2. Phone: (708) 442-5515
                                                          3. Fax: (708) 442-7310
                                       TO CONNECT         4. Web: www.northriverside-il.org
$3 SAME-DAY                              WITH US!         5. Email: recreation@northriverside-il.org
REGISTRATION FEE
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FUN GUIDE - Village of North Riverside
GENERALGENERAL
                                                                                    INFORMATION
                                                                                 INFORMATION

                                                                                       TABLE of CONTENTS
                                                                                       Events Calendar....................................Inside Cover
                                                                                       Rentals......................................................2
                                                                                       WSSRA.......................................................3
                                                                                       Birthday Parties.....................................4
                                                                                       Special Events........................................5–9
                                                                                       Specialty Day Camps...........................10
                                                                                       Preschool/Jr. Kindergarten................11-12
                                                                                       Early Childhood
To view the recreation book online: www.northriverside-il.org                            In Motion.............................................13
                                                                                         Specialty Classes..............................14
OFFICE HOURS                                VILLAGE OFFICIALS                          Youth
                                                                                         Dance....................................................15-16
Monday–Friday........ 8:30am to 4:30pm      Joseph Mengoni, Mayor
                                                                                         Athletics...............................................17–19
Wednesday................ 8:30am to 8pm     Kathy Ranieri, Village Clerk
                                                                                         Specialty Classes..............................20-21
Saturday..................... 9am to 12pm   Sue Scarpiniti, Village Administrator
                                                                                       Active Adults
LOCATIONS                                                                                Athletics...............................................22–23
                                            Trustees
                                                                                         Sports Leagues..................................23
Recreation Facility                         Fernando Flores         Marybelle Mandel
                                                                                         Specialty Classes..............................24–25
Richard N. Scheck Village Commons           Debbie Czajka           Jason Bianco
                                                                                       Social Adults...........................................26–27
2401 S. DesPlaines Avenue                   H. Bob Demopoulos       Terri Sarro
                                                                                       Adult/Senior Services.........................28
Community Room
                                            Parks and Recreation                       Trips
2359 S. DesPlaines Avenue                   Department                                    Local......................................................29–35
Lower Level, below the Police               Teresa Mrozik, MS, CPRP                       Extended..............................................32
Department                                  Director of Parks and Recreation           North Riverside Players......................33
Sts. Peter & Paul Gymnasium                 Nicole Collier, Recreation Coordinator     General information............................34
250 Woodside (Riverside)                    Liz Durec, Preschool Director              Club Information...................................35
                                            Julie O’Brien, Office Manager              Registration Information....................36
Veterans Park Recreation
                                            Adriana Wells, Recreation Assistant
Fields                                                                                 Registration Form.................................Inside
7550 W. 26th St (west of Harlem Avenue)                                                                                                   Back Cover
                                            CITIZENS’ RECREATION
Commons Park and                            COMMITTEE                                  ABOUT INSURANCE
Playground                                  The Citizens’ Recreation Committee is      COVERAGE
Located behind the Village Offices,         made up of citizens appointed by the       The North Riverside Parks and Recreation
off of DesPlaines Avenue                    Mayor and Trustees to provide advisory     Department (NRPRD) does not provide
                                            information to the Board on policy and     medical coverage for injuries suffered while
The Tot Spot
                                            procedural items as requested. Members     participating in recreational classes or trips
Playground, 14th and 24th Street            are: Sandra Buckley, Annette Corgiat,      or while using park facilities. The NRPRD,
                                            George Georgopoulos, Al Meyer, Al Sarro,   therefore, cannot assume responsibility for
PLEASE NOTE: Due to various                 P. J. Folz.                                personal injury for persons participating
circumstances, groups and classes
                                            For meeting dates, contact the Parks and   in recreation classes or trips or using park
may be moved to different facilities,
                                            Recreation Department.                     facilities. Persons are advised to make
have their schedules changed and in
                                                                                       provisions to provide this coverage in their
extreme situations, canceled. We will
                                                                                       family insurance programs. In addition,
do our best to give adequate notice and
                                                                                       NRPRD assumes no liability for loss of
compensation when due. Thank you for
                                                                                       personal property while attending any
your understanding and cooperation.
                                                                                       classes or trips or using park facilities.

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Rentals
    GENERAL INFORMATION

    All rental rates are priced as detailed. There            Rental Groups are designated as follows:
    is no pro-rating and all rental time is rounded             I – Non-Profit/School/Civic
    up to the next hour.                                        II – Resident
                                                                III – Non-Resident
      •A
        ll renters will need to provide a copy of
       a government-issued ID.                                Meeting Room Rental Rates (60 minutes)
      •R
        enters may be asked to provide insurance             Group       Room A       Room B       Room C
       naming the Village of North Riverside                      I         $10          $15          $15
       additionally insured.                                     II         $20         $30           $30
                                                                 III        $30         $40           $40
      •R
        enters must make request at least                    Set-up Fee dependent upon request.
       48-hours before date of rental.
                                                              Gymnasium (60 minutes)
      •A
        ll spaces must be cleaned and returned               Recreational use only. No events, parties, etc.
       to original conditions or deposit and future            Group          Court       Equipment
       rentals will be forfeited.                                 I            $30            $10
      •R
        enters must fully comply with rental                     II           $45            $15
       agreement rules.                                          III           $80            $20

    * The
        North Riverside Parks and Recreation                Veterans Park Field Rentals (60 minutes)
      Department has the right to approve or deny             Rentals are only available while park is OPEN.
      any rental at its discretion.                           Violations will result in forfeit of future use.
                                                               Group Ballfield Soccer Main Soccer West
                                                                  I      $35           $30            $25
                                                                  II     $40           $40            $30
                                                                 III     $75           $50            $45
                                                              Ballfield Lines $10 extra per day. Lights $10 per day.

                                                              Open Gymnasium Drop-in
                                                              (18 & Over. 17 & under with an adult)
                                                              Open during office hours. Times vary. Call for availability.
                                                                Resident          Non-Resident
                                                                   $2                    $3

    ADVERTISE
                                             Option A: Full Page, Full Color Ad
                                              8.5”x11”, front or back inside cover $1,500 per brochure; $3,600
                                             for 3 brochure commitment (full year)

    WITH US!
                                             Option B: Full Page, Black & White Ad
                                              8.5”x11”, inside pages $750 per brochure; $1,800 for 3 brochure
                                             commitment (full year)
                                             Option C: Half Page, Black & White Ad

    Call:
                                             8.5”x 5.5” horizontal or 4.25”x 11” vertical, inside pages
                                             $325 per brochure; $900 for 3 brochure commitment (full year)
                                             Option D: Business Card Sized Ad
    (708) 442-5515
                                             3.5”x2” horizontal or 2”x3.5” vertical, inside pages
    for details!                             $150 per brochure; $360 for 3 brochure commitment (full year)

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WSSRA                            enriching lives through recreation
          As an extension of the NORTH RIVERSIDE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, DEPARTMENT,
                  WSSRA offers our residents therapeutic recreation programs for
                        persons with disabilities, of all ages and ability levels.

              WSSRA programs are designed and
           supervised by Recreation Specialists who
           have educational backgrounds in working
            with persons with disabilities. Activities
           are adapted to allow all participants to be
                          successful.
             Programs include fitness, art, swim
        Special Olympics, social, camp and excursion
           programs. Participants gain skills, make
         friends, increase self-confidence, visit new
          places and have fun in WSSRA programs!
            A LEKOTEK family based toy lending/play
                  program is also available.

                                  Registration for Fall programs begins mid-August.
                                           Visit WSSRA.NET for more info!

        FIND US ONLINE FOR MORE INFO
                                       West Suburban Special Recreation Association
                                        2915 Maple Street • Franklin Park, IL 60131
     @w.s.s.r.a                                (847) 455-2100 • wssra.net

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

    Birthday
    Parties at the Rec
       $190 for Two-Hour Party for 15 Children (3 to 15 years old)
       ($8 each additional child–max 20)

       Party Package                        Party Theme
       includes:                            Options:
       • A ttendant(s), room, equipment,   • Sports/Gymnasium Party
          set-up, basic decorations and     • Nerf Party
          clean-up.
                                            • Painting Party (max 10 guests,
       • Package does not include             minimum age 8 years old)
          napkins, plates, plasticware,
          cups, cake, food or drink.
       • Pizza/Drink Package can be
         added at an additional cost.
       Birthday party request forms can be
       picked up at the Recreation office.

                                                            ADVERTISE
                                                            WITH US!
                                                            See page 2 for details!

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SPECIAL EVENTS

           It’s back!                                       Fall Flea Market
                                                            Clean out your basements, attics and garages and sell your “precious
                                                            treasures” at our annual Fall Flea Market. Set-up begins at 6:30am. Space is
                                                            approximately the size of a parking spot. Note: Vendors must provide their
                                                            own tables and chairs, and/or tents. Buy one or more spaces, if you’d like!
                                                            This event will be held rain or shine in the front parking lot of the Police
                                                            Station and Village Commons Front Lawn. A Goodwill truck will be in the lot
                                                            after the flea market, if you wish to donate your unsold items.
                                                            Location: Police Parking Lot and Village Commons Lawn
                                                            Day      Date       Time           Fee
                                                            Su       9/12       9am–2pm        $20 per space

                                  Autumn Fest
                                                           Annual

                                      & Chili Cook-Off
                                        Friday, September 17, 6:30–9pm

  • Entertainment                        With the season’s cooler temperatures,
                                      the Parks & Recreation Department is ready
  • Kids Zone                        to spice things up with its annual Autumn Fest!
  • Delicious Food               We are packing the fun in! We will have a grand petting zoo, face painting,
                                 balloon artist, music by HELLO WEEKEND, inflatable fun, pumpkin decorating
  • Fun for All                  (if available), and so much more!
                                 PLUS! Don’t miss the Chili Cook-off among Village Departments, local civic
  •F
    ree Chili                   groups, churches and schools. (Sorry, no individual entries will be accepted.)
   Samples                       The traveling Chili Cup will be awarded by professional judges and a People’s
                                 Choice Trophy will be awarded to the chili that earns the most popular votes.
  • Fireworks!                   There is even a Jr. Chef Award for the best chili made by our youth organizations.
                                 Avoid the lines! Food and beverages will purchased with tickets again this year.
                                 These tickets will be available for purchase in advance beginning September 1st
                                 at the Parks and Recreation Office. During pre-sales only cash, MasterCard and
                                 Visa are accepted. No checks will be accepted.

                                    Pumpkin Decorating (If available)
                                    Code#      Day      Date           Fee
                                    2615–1     F        9/17           $5

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SPECIAL EVENTS

                                                                                               Lightning McSpeedway
                                                                                               RC Race Day
                                                                     Grab your remote control car, charge up your batteries and head
                                                                     to the Rec! The day will be filled with fun races with all types
                                                                     of vehicles. We encourage novice racers of all ages to join us,
                                                                     and we will set aside a few timeslots for serious “drivers” with
                                                                     more professional cars. Racers will be grouped by the age of the
                                                                     driver. Each driver will compete in 3 heats. Winners will receive
                                                                     medals, but everyone will have a blast! Popcorn and drinks will
                                                                     be available for purchase while you watch the action.
                                                                     Code       Day       Date       Time              Fee
                                                                     2617-1     Sa        10/2       930am-12pm        $5 per racer

                                                                     Holiday Bazaar
                                                                     A Festive Shopping Experience!
The Great Pumpkin                                                    Come out for the ultimate buying and selling event in your “own
                                                                     backyard”. The Village Commons will play host to some of the
Challenge                                                            most talented crafters in the area. Kick off your holiday shopping
This action-packed Halloween Spectacular is designed to thrill!      with a bang. If you are interested in being a vendor, please
Our costumed creatures will meet at Village Commons to enjoy         register early as spaces are limited. Your payment will include a
electrifying entertainment! Afterward, we will have a monstrous      space with a table and two chairs. This is NOT a Flea Market. All
march to the Commons Park Hill for the FLASHLIGHT PUMPKIN            items must be HAND CRAFTED or Vendors MUST BE Direct sellers
HUNT. Not everyone will find a pumpkin, but everyone gets a          (Avon, Scentsy, Tupperware, etc). Concessions will be sold.
prize! Bring your flashlights! Follow and like us on Facebook for    Location: Gym at Village
more details!
                                                                     Code#      Day       Date          Time           Fee
Code#    Day    Date             Time           Fee
                                                                     2608–1     Su        10/24         9am–2pm        $25 per table
2616–1   W      10/20            6–7:30pm       $6 per person
Registration Deadline:10/8

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                                      H O M E D E CO R AT I N G CO M P E T I T I O N
                      Halloween & Winter Holiday Decorations
                                                Show off your holiday spirit and enter
                                                North Riverside’s Holiday Home Decorating
                                                Competitions. We will be awarding the top
                                                three houses for each holiday.
                                                Winners will receive a Winning Lawn Sign
                                                declaring their triumphant status! Photos of
                                                home entries will be posted on Facebook.
                                                Location: Your Home

                                                You must call to register,
                                                no registration fee!
                                                Code#       Holiday       Day     Date
                                                2614–1      Halloween     M       10/25
                                                2614–2      Winter        F       12/17

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Family Pumpkin Carving                                                   Turkey Bingo
Pumpkin carving can be such a mess! Why not bring the mess               Bring the family out for an evening of fun at our annual
to us! Bring your family out and spread out in the gym while             Turkey Bingo Night. Win your Thanksgiving Turkey or many
designing and carving your pumpkin! Join forces with others and          other prizes! Here’s how it works: first winners get the
learn some tricks and tips. Fee includes a table, pumpkin and            turkey or ham, next winners receive “the trimmings”. Will
pumpkin carving kit. We have the basic designs or you can bring          you win a pie, a sack of potatoes, a can of vegetables, or a
your own. Don’t miss out on a ghoulish family memory!                    roll of toilet paper? New this year cards are sold in packets!
Location: Gym at Village Commons                                         No more buying cards between games. You can buy extra
                                                                         packets upon check-in. Get unlimited popcorn all night!
Code#     Day      Date            Time      Fee
                                                                         Seven games of BINGO will be played. Please purchase
2618–1    Th       10/28           6:30–8pm	$12 per pumpkin
                                                                         tickets EARLY, as this is one of our most popular family
                                             & carving kit
                                                                         events! Concessions will be available for purchase. If door
                                                                         registration is available, the fee is $20 per person. Please
                                                                         note that this is normally a sell-out event and unlikely there
                                                                         will be door registrations available.
                                                                         Location: Gym at Village Commons
                                                                         Code#     Day      Date       Time    Fee
                                                                         2607–1    F        11/19      7–9pm 	$12 per person
                                                                                                               (includes one
                                                                                                               packet of cards)

                                                                         Holiday Photo Shoot
                                                                         Nothing rings in the Holidays like a new
                                                                         family photo! Our professional photographer
                                                                         will take 4-6 poses so you can choose
                                                                         this year’s Holiday Card picture!
                 Day of the Dead                                         Photos will be put onto a flash
                                                                         drive so you can get them
              & Loteria Game Event                                       printed where ever you want.
     Come celebrate the beginning of Dia de los Muertos                  You must call in to register
     with decorating a wooden sugar skull and play some                  and choose your time slot. If you
     Lotería, a traditional BINGO-style game of chance                   are not at your time slot you will
     played throughout Mexico! Celebrate with this family-               be skipped and taken at a later slot
     friendly competition. You can even win one or several               if scheduling allows.
     of our prizes! Snacks provided. For adults and kids of              Location: B/C at Village Commons
     all ages. Register now!
                                                                         Code#     Day     Date     Time           Fee
     Code       Day        Date      Time           Fee                  2605–1    Sa      11/20    9am–12pm       $25
     2610–1     Sa         10/30     10am–12pm      $12

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SPECIAL EVENTS

    Holiday Card Collection
    Join us in our collection of cards for our
    loved ones who are protecting us in the
    Armed Forces. We will be collecting home-
    made and store bought cards that you
    have signed and/or written a message in
    to send to our military friends and family
    members who will not be able to be home
    for the holidays. We will not be collecting
    blank cards.
    All cards must be turned in to the
    Recreation Office by November 2. Thank
    you for your support.
                                                                                                          Free
                                                                                                         Family
                                                                                                         Event!
                                                  Village Tree Lighting
                                                  Ceremony
                                                  Wednesday, December 1 • 6–7:15pm
                                                  Celebrate the holidays with friends and family at the Village of
                                                  North Riverside Tree Lighting Celebration. Enjoy holiday music,
                                                  refreshments, lights, Santa Claus and Fireworks! Tree Lighting
                                                  at 7pm sharp!

                                                                       Breakfast with Santa
                                                                       What a magical morning it will be! We will indulge in
                                                                       delicious pancakes, savory sausage, sweet juice and
                                                                       hot coffee. Games will be played during the meal with
                                                                       extra fun on the side. The kids will meet with the Man
                                                                       himself, Santa Claus, and of course his favorite elf,
                                                                       Buddy! Bring your own camera to take pictures of the
                                                                       sentimental moments. Each child will receive a special
                                                                       gift from the North Pole.
                                                                       Children 2 years and under are free. Fee includes 3
                                                                       pancakes, 2 sausages, and juice/coffee per person, a
                                                                       gift from Santa, crafts and games. Dietary Restrictions
                                                                       need to be mentioned at time of registration.
                                                                       PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY!
                                                                       Location: Gym at Village Commons
                                                                       Code#      Day    Date      Time          Fee
                                                                       2606–1     Su     12/12     9–10:30am     $8 per person

                                                                       Registration Deadline: 12/2

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SPECIAL EVENTS

                                                                         Parent Escape Nights
               Save the Date!                                            Take a little time for yourself…schedule a dinner date,
                                                                         pencil in some time with friends, shop by yourself or
                                                                         take a nap–whatever suits you best! Drop off the kids
           Annual Village                                                and get some “you-time” in. Staff will be responsible for
          Christmas Party                                                entertaining your little ones with activities of all sorts
                                                                         and fun arts/crafts. We will provide dinner, so don’t worry
          Thursday, December 16                                          about that either! Be sure to relay any dietary restrictions
                                                                         to the office staff.
               5:30-7:30pm                                               Ages: 4–12 years
    Look for more details in the Village Newsletter.                     Location: Village Commons
                                                                         Code#      Day       Dates        Time
                                                                         2439–1     F         9/10         6–9pm
                                                                         2439–2     F         11/5         6–9pm
                                                                         Fee: $15 for first child/$10 each additional child
    Letters to Santa
    Drop off your precious letters to
    Santa in the North Pole Mailbox                                      Snowed in with Elsa
    located in the Village Commons
    Hallway (across from the Parks                                       Some events are worth melting for. Join us for this Frozen
    and Recreation Office). If you                                       themed party. Warm up your hearts with some great food,
    add a return address (prior to                                       a craft, and warm hugs from our Special Guest. Please let
    December 21), Santa will respond! The North Pole                     staff know of any allergies at the time of registration.
    Mailbox will be out November 16 just in time for                     Ages: 3-8 years
    Turkey Bingo and the Holiday Photo Shoot! To insure                  Location: B/C Room at Village Commons
    that your letter makes it to the North Pole, please                  Code#      Day      Date          Time           Fee
    submit letters no later than Friday, December 17.                    3410–1     Sa       1/8           11am– 12pm     $25

      Holiday Drop & Shop
      Do you want to finish last minute Christmas
      shopping or enjoy an evening out? Let Santa’s
      helpers watch your little ones! Drop off your
      children for an evening of fun and games. We will
      supply pizza, games and activities to keep everyone
      in the Holiday spirit. Preregistration is required.
      Age: 4-12 years
      Instructor: Staff
      Location: Village Commons
      Code#      Day      Dates      Time        Fee
      2423–1     F        12/10      6–9pm       $20

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SPECIALTY DAY CAMPS

Holly-Day Camp
Don’t want the kids bored at home all break? Prance over
to the fun with the Recreation Department! Please pack a
lunch, a drink, and wear comfy clothes and gym shoes for the
action-packed excitement. We will do sports, games, arts &
crafts, and so much more! You must register IN-PERSON, no
phone or online registration.
Ages: 4–12 years
Instructor: Staff
Location: Gym at Village Commons
Code#      Day      Date      Time          Fee
2701–1     M        12/20     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–2     T        12/21     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–3     W        12/22     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–4     Th       12/23     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–5     M        12/27     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–6     T        12/28     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–7     W        12/29     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)
2701–8     Th       12/30     9am–3pm       $25/$27 (per day)

Holly-Day Camp
Before/After Camp
7:30–9am, 3–6pm
Code#         Day     Date        Fee
2701–1A       M       12/20       $10 (per day)
2701–2A       T       12/21       $10 (per day)
2701–3A       W       12/22       $10 (per day)
2701–4A       Th      12/23       $10 (per day)
2701–5A       M       12/27       $10 (per day)
2701–6A
2701–7A
              T
              W
                      12/28
                      12/29
                                  $10 (per day)
                                  $10 (per day)
                                                                 REGISTER
2701–8A       Th      12/30       $10 (per day)                   EARLY!
Day-off Drop-off Camp
Wondering what to do with the kids on their days off of
school? Drop them off for fun with us! Fight the video game
brain-eating monster and send them our way for active
fun. We will party all day with activities, structure and most
importantly–a great time! Please send your kids with a full
lunch, drink and gym shoes.
Ages: 4-12 years
Instructor: Staff
Location: Council Room/Gym at Village Commons
Code#     Day    Date                    Time     Fee
2702–1    M      10/11 Columbus Day      8am–3pm 	
                                                  $27/$29
                                                  (per day)
3702–1    M      1/17/22 MLK Day                  $27/$29
                                         8am–3pm 	
                                                  (per day)

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PRESCHOOL | JR. KINDERGARTEN

2021-2022                                                 M/W/F AM Junior Kindergarten
PRESCHOOL/JUNIOR                                          Ages: 4–5 Years
                                                          Instructor: Miss Liz & Preschool Staff
KINDERGARTEN                                              Location: Preschool Room at Village Commons
Our goal is to assist in nurturing your
                                                          Code#     Days Dates                  Time        Fee
child’s social, emotional, physical and
                                                          4500–1    M/W/F 8/30/21– 5/27/22      9–11:30am	Resident: $165 per month
intellectual growth through play, their
                                                                                                            Non-Res: $188 per month
most important work. Our 3-year old class
is the first step to a successful academic                $70 (non-refundable deposit/supply fee) due at registration.
career for your youngster. Your child is                  School Calendar will be included in packet.
ready to be introduced to the concepts of
cooperative play, successful socialization                Tu/Th AM Preschool
and development of new interests and                      Ages: 3–4 Years
playmates. We will provide your child with                Instructor: Miss Liz & Preschool Staff
a thoughtful balance of learning, free play,              Location: Preschool Room at Village Commons
craft time, and quiet time. Our Junior
                                                          Code#     Days      Dates             Time        Fee
Kindergarten/4-year old class will provide
                                                          4501–1    Tu/Th     8/31/21– 5/26/22  9–11:30am 	Resident: $120 per month
your child with the opportunity to learn
                                                                                                            Non-Res: $138 per month
through independent and group activities.
Lessons include circle time, stories, art,                $70 (non-refundable deposit/supply fee) due at registration.
songs, large and small motor exercises                    School Calendar will be included in packet.
and cognitive language skills. All lessons
are developmentally age appropriate.
Learning is fun and prepares your child for
kindergarten. Full details will come in the
Parent Packet available July 2021.

     Youth                            The North Riverside Youth Scholarship fund was created to assist families experiencing
                                      financial hardship. North Riverside residents can apply for assistance by completing an
     Scholarship                      application from the Parks and Recreation Office. Confidentiality is guaranteed. Families
                                      must provide documentation proving hardship. Youth Scholarship Program Application
     Programs                         must be submitted by August 1.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD

PRESCHOOL SUPPLEMENTAL                                           Preschool Pals
                                                                 Bring your lunch and join us for an extended day of learning
PROGRAMS                                                         and fun. We will be adding in some additional science and math
                                                                 activities as well as going outside (weather permitting) for some
KINDER KOLLEGE 2021-2022                                         extra fresh air and nature exploration. This class is only available
(Includes lunchtime with friends!)                               for children already enrolled in our T/Th Preschool Program.
Our fun-filled Kinder Kollege after-school program is for        Ages: 3-4 years
children enrolled in morning Junior Kindergarten and             Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Kindergarten programs. This half-day program will engage         Time: 11 :30am-2:30pm
children in activities and serve as an extension of the          Location: Preschool Room
kindergarten curriculum strengthening their academic success.
                                                                 Fee: $94/$100
Planned activities will foster the development of basic skills
and concepts in reading, math, science, motor skills and         Session Dates:
encourage the formation of both large and small social groups    Session 1: 9/7-10/14
throughout the afternoon. Must be enrolled in our M/W/F Jr.      Session 2: 10/19-12/2   No class: 11/23, 11/25
Kindergarten Program.                                            Session 3: 12/7-1/27/22 No class: 12/21-30
Days: M/W/F                                                      Session 4: 2/1-3/10
Ages: 4–5 years                                                  Session 5: 3/17-5/5     No class: 3/29, 3/31
Instructor: Miss Liz & Preschool Staff
Time: 11:30am-2:45pm                                             Ready…Set…Grow!
Location: Preschool Room at Village Commons                      A first step to your child’s education! This special class for two
Fee per session: $140/$150                                       and three year olds is designed as an educational first step. Fun,
                                                                 age appropriate activities will be offered with special emphasis
Session Dates:                                                   placed on socialization, sharing, following directions, building
Session 1: 9/8-10/22      No class: 10/11                        attention spans and creativity all though the use of positive
Session 2: 10/25-12/10    No class: 11/22-26                     reinforcement. The class will be held in the Preschool Room as
                                                                 well as utilizing the Gym for large motor activities. Child must
Session 3: 12/13-2/4/22   No class: 12/20-31, 1/17
                                                                 be able to separate easily from parent or caregiver. Pull ups are
Session 4: 2/7-3/18       No class: 2/21
                                                                 acceptable if not completely restroom independent. (Parents
Session 5: 3/21-5/6       No class: 3/28-4/1, 4/15               will be called if there is an accident, staff are not allowed to
                                                                 change diapers).
                                                                 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
                                                                 Ages: 2–3 years
                                                                 Instructor: Preschool Staff
                                                                 Time: 12:00–1:15 pm
                                                                 Location: Preschool Room at Village Commons
                                                                 Fee per session: $75/$80
                                                                 Session Dates: 
                                                                 Session 1: Sept. 7–Oct. 14
                                                                 Session 2: Oct. 19–Dec. 2     No class: 11/23 & 11/25
                                                                 Session 3: 12/7-1/27/22       No class: 12/21-30
                                                                 Session 4: 2/1–3/10
                                                                 Session 5: 3/17-5/5           No class: 3/29, 3/31

                                                                          Program dates are subject to change.
                                                                        Please follow us on Facebook for updates.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD | In Motion

                                                                      Little Tykes Basketball
                                                                      Just like our Soccer and T-Ball, this class is designed for children
                                                                      ages 3–5. In this class, children will learn the beginning skills of
                                                                      basketball such as dribbling and shooting. Instructors will teach
                                                                      the children using fun drills and games. The last day of class,
                                                                      children will put all their skills together and play a short game. Fee
                                                                      includes a T-shirt and end of the game treat.
                                                                      Ages: 3–5 yrs
                                                                      Instructor: Staff
                                                                      Location: Gym at Village Commons
                                                                      Code#      Day      Date        Time              Fee
                                                                      2303–1     Sa       10/30–11/20 9–9:45am          $30/$32

                                                                      Strong Start Baseball Parent/Child Class
                                                                      Parents work one on one with your child teaching the basics
                                                                      of baseball. Children will work on catching, throwing, running,
                                                                      and batting to prepare participants for organized tee ball and
                                                                      baseball. Each child receives fun equipment to keep! Dress
                                                                      comfortably and bring a water bottle.
                                                                      Ages: 3-5 years
                                                                      Instructor: Staff
                                                                      Location: Commons Park (behind the hill)
Little Ninjas Tae Kwon Do
                                                                      Code#      Days     Dates         Times                Fee
This specialized program has an age-specific curriculum
professionally designed to teach children important life              1301–2     M        8/9–9/20      4:30–5:15pm          $38/$40
skills in a fun, exciting, and enriching manner. The secret to        No class: 9/6
teaching your child eight main life skills: focus, teamwork,
control, balance, memory, discipline, fitness and coordination.       Strong Start Basketball Parent/Child Class
This unique method is called “Edutainment”. Taught by an              Parents work one on one with your child teaching the basics of
8th Degree Black Belt Instructor. This is one seriously, fun          basketball. Children will work on catching, passing, dribbling,
class! (Advancement to Next Level Tae Kwon Do must have               and shooting. Each child receives fun equipment to keep! Dress
instructor’s approval.)                                               comfortably and bring a water bottle.
Ages: 3–5 years                                                       Ages: 3-5 years
Instructor: Grand Master Jerry Kidd                                   Instructor: Staff
Location: M    onday in Gym at Village Commons                       Location: Gym at Village Commons
              Wednesday in Community Room below Police Dept.          Code#      Days     Dates       Times             Fee
Code#      Day Date                  Time          Fee                1300–1     Tu       8/10–9/21   4:30–5:15pm       $38/$40
1350–2     M      8/16–9/27         3:45–4:15pm    $38/$40            2300–1     Tu       10/12–11/16 4:30–5:15pm       $38/$40
2350–1     M      10/11–11/15       3:45–4:15pm    $38/$40            No class: 9/7
2350–2     M      11/29–1/17/22     3:45–4:15pm    $38/$40
No class: 9/6, 12/20, 12/27                                           Strong Start Soccer Parent/Child Class
                                                                      Parents work one on one with your child teaching the basics of
Code#      Day Date                  Time          Fee
                                                                      soccer. Children will work on kicking, dribbling, trapping, throw-
1350–2A M         8/16–9/27         4:30–5pm       $38/$40            ins and agility to prepare participants for organized soccer. Each
2350–1A M         10/11–11/15       4:30–5pm       $38/$40            child receives fun equipment to keep! Dress comfortably and
2350–2A M         11/29–1/17/22     4:30–5pm       $38/$40            bring a water bottle.
No class: 9/6, 12/20, 12/27                                           Ages: 3-5 years
Code#      Day Date                 Time            Fee               Instructor: Staff
1350–2W W          8/18–9/29        5:30– 6pm      $38/$40            Location: Village Commons Front Lawn
2350–1W W          10/13–11/17      5:30– 6pm      $38/$40            Code#      Days     Dates         Times           Fee
2350–2W W          12/1–1/19/22     5:30– 6pm      $38/$40            1302–2     W        8/11–9/22     4:30–5:15pm     $38/$40
No class: 9/8, 12/22, 12/29
                                                                      No class: 9/8

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Zumbini                                                          What A Mess
It’s Zumbini Time! Are you looking for a program that gives      This class is all about the process of being creative. There will
children the freedom and confidence to grow as they              be several messy activities set up around the room with all
develop their social, motor and cognitive skills? Then this is   sorts of colorful textures for little fingers to feel and explore.
truly for you! Created by Zumba and Baby First, the Zumbini      Each child can choose which project they would like to do
program combines music, dance and educational tools              and spend as much or as little time exploring one or all the
for 45 minutes of bonding, learning, and fun! $20 for each       activities. This class will work on fine motor skills and eye hand
additional child.                                                coordination while building the confidence to explore and
Ages: Infant to 5 years                                          create with paints, stamps, sand, play dough, water or paper.
Instructor: Miss Jill                                            Smocks will be provided in class.
Location: Village Commons                                        Ages: 3-6 years
Code#     Day       Date         Time            Fee             Instructor: Ms. Liz
1406–3T   Tu        8/24–9/14    10–10:45am      $120            Location: Craft Room at Village Commons

Code#     Day       Date         Time            Fee             Code#      Day      Dates          Time          Fee
1406–3S   Sa        8/28–9/18    10–10:45am      $120            2404–1     Th       9/16–9/30     3:30–4:15pm    $15/$18

                                                                 Science For Me
                                                                 Young children have a natural curiosity and desire to
                                                                 learn the How, Why and What of the world of science.
                                                                 This class will give your child a hands on approach to
                                                                 exploring science.
                                                                 Ages: 3 to 6 years
                                                                 Instructor: Ms. Liz
                                                                 Location: Preschool Room at Village Commons
                                                                 Code#      Day      Dates         Time           Fee
                                                                 2403–1     Th       10/7–10/28    3:30–4:15pm    $22/$26

                                                        IMPORTANT!
             Program dates, times and locations are subject to change due to unforeseen situations
              (such as weather,scheduling issues, etc.). Please follow us on Facebook for updates.
                                       Thank you for your cooperation!

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DANCE

                                                                      Ballet/Tap Beginners
                                                                      Warmups, stretching, steps across the floor, and a center floor
                                                                      dance for both ballet and tap will be taught. Students have
                                                                      the option of performing in a recital. Ballet and tap shoes are
                                                                      required. For more information call Marilyn at 708-788-9772.
                                                                      Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
                                                                      Location: Village Commons
                                                                      Ages: 4–6 years
                                                                      Code#      Days     Dates         Time           Fee
                                                                      1412–2     M        8/2–9/13      4:45–5:35pm    $40/$42
                                                                      2412–1     M        9/27–11/1     4:35–5:35pm    $40/$42
                                                                      2412–2     M        11/15–12/20   4:35–5:35pm    $40/$42
                                                                      No class: 9/6

                                                                      Ballet/Tap Intermediate
                                                                      Warmups, stretching, steps across the floor, and a center floor
                                                                      dance for both ballet and tap will be taught. Ballet and tap shoes
                                                                      are required. For more information call Marilyn at 708-788-9772.
                                                                      Ages: 7–10 years
Baby Ballet                                                           Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
An introduction to our ballet program for beginning ballerinas.       Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
Floor warm ups, beginning ballet movements and a cute beginning       Code#      Days     Dates         Time           Fee
ballet dance will be taught with the option of performing in a        1413–2     M        8/2–9/13      5:50–6:45pm    $40/$42
recital. Ballet shoes are required and can be purchased from the      2413–1     M        9/27–11/1     5:50–6:45pm    $40/$42
instructor for $12. For information call Marilyn at 708-788-9772.
                                                                      2413–2     M        11/15–12/20   5:50–6:45pm    $40/$42
Ages: 3–4 years
                                                                      No class: 9/6
Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
Location: Community Room below Police Dept.                           Adult Tap
Code#      Days    Dates         Time           Fee                   Barre, center floor and a complete tap routine will be taught for
1411–2B M          8/2–9/13      4–4:30pm       $38/$40               beginning tap students.
2411–1B M          9/27–11/1     4–4:30pm       $38/$40               Ages: 16+ years
2411–2B M          11/15–12/20   4–4:30pm       $38/$40               Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
No class: 9/6                                                         Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
                                                                      Code#      Days     Dates         Time           Fee
Ballet                                                                1114–2     M        8/2–9/13      7–8pm          $42/$44
We start our class with warm ups, then center floor steps and         2114–1     M        9/27–11/1     7–8pm          $42/$44
steps across the floor. A ballet dance for this level will be
                                                                      2114–2     M        11/15–12/20   7–8pm          $42/$44
taught with the option of performing in a recital. Ballet shoes
                                                                      No class: 9/6
are required and can be purchased from the instructor for $12.
Questions will be answered by calling Marilyn at 708-788-9772.
Ages: 5–6 years
Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
Code#      Days    Dates         Time           Fee
1411–2TU Tu        8/3–9/14      4–4:30pm       $38/$40
2411–1TU Tu        9/28–11/2     4–4:30pm       $38/$40
2411–2TU Tu        11/16–12/21   4–4:30pm       $38/$40
No class: 9/7

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DANCE

Urban Hip Hop                                                       Bitty Hoppers (3–5 years)
Hip Hop dance includes everything from elements of rap and          Code#     Days   Dates         Time          Fee
house to R&B and pop music. This class will infuse a wide variety   1431–2    Th     8/19–9/23     5–5:30pm      $30/$35
of dance moves into all of those music genres. Movements will       2431–1    Th     10/7–11/11    5–5:30pm      $30/$35
include influences from popping and locking, breaking, and          2431–2    Th     12/2–1/6/22   5–5:30pm      $30/$35
freestyle. Instructor Sidney McNeal is a renowned Hip Hop Dance
Artist/Choreographer who has won several competitions and           Level I Hip Hop (6+ years)
performed on television—even on Oprah! Don’t miss this chance to
                                                                    Code#     Days   Dates         Time          Fee
learn from a true professional.
                                                                    1431–2A   Th     8/19–9/23     5:45–6:35pm   $45/$48
Instructor: Sidney McNeal
                                                                    2431–1A   Th     10/7–11/11    5:45–6:35pm   $45/$48
Location: Community Room below Police Dept.                         2431–2A   Th     12/2–1/6/22   5:45–6:35pm   $45/$48

                                                                    Level II Hip Hop (6+ years)
                                                                    Code#     Days   Dates         Time          Fee
                                                                    1431–2B   Th     8/19–9/23     6:50–7:40pm   $45/$48
                                                                    2431–1B   Th     10/7–11/11    6:50–7:40pm   $45/$48
                                                                    2431–2B   Th     12/2–1/6/22   6:50–7:40pm   $45/$48

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REGISTER
                                                            EARLY!                         YOUTH | Athletics
                                                            Don’t End Up
                                                            On a Waitlist!

Co-Ed Youth                                                           Girls Youth
Basketball League                                                     Basketball League
Get in the game! Registration for the Youth Basketball League         Put your skills into action with the Girls Only Youth Basketball
begins on September 20 for North Riverside residents                  League. Registration for the Youth Basketball League begins
(including Broadview youth attending Komarek) and                     on September 20 for North Riverside Residents (including
September 27 for non-residents. Registrations continue until          Broadview students attending Komarek) and September 27
all spaces are filled. Most teams are drafted by the coaches          for non-residents. We enhance your skills in this recreational
at the meeting. Holiday Practices will be arranged during             league. The NRPRD promotes a recreational basketball
Winter Break.                                                         program in a safe and developmental environment. We
                                                                      encourage good sportsmanship, developing strong playing
Practice Times: Practices will start the week of January 10.
                                                                      skills, and promoting friendly relationships among the
Coaches will call their teams and set up dates and times.
                                                                      players, coaches, referees and parents. Our main contact is
Practices may be held at Komarek, Village Commons or local
                                                                      email-so please make sure it’s correct on file
gyms. Our main contact is email-so please make sure yours is
correct on file.                                                      Game Dates: Games begin the weekend of January 14
Game Dates: Games begin the weekend of January 14                     Approximate Game Times: Games may be held on Fridays,
                                                                      Saturday, or Sundays (may travel).
Approximate Game Times: Preschool through 2nd Grade
will play on Saturday mornings. Grades 3-8 game days and              Age: Girls, Grades 3–8
practices held on either Friday evenings, Saturday or Sunday
                                                                      Fees: $95
(may travel).
                                                                      There will be a $25 new order or re-order fee. Jersey size is
Fees: $85: 4 years to 2nd grade                                      guaranteed if registered before 11/19.
      $95: 3rd to 8th grade
                                                                      Deadline: November 19—no spots are guaranteed
There will be a $25 new order or re-order fee. Jersey size is         $15 late fee assessed on/after 11/19 if space available.
guaranteed if registered before 11/19.
Deadline: November 19—no spots are guaranteed
                                                                       Don’t miss the Power          Clinic on Page 17!
$15 late fee assessed on/after 11/19 if space available.

   Coaches are always needed! Coaches will be REQUIRED to pass a background check, sign/follow
   a code of ethics, and follow/enforce all league rules. Coaches are to perform with safety, professionalism and
   fun for the children as their first priorities. Please indicate on registration form if you will help by being a
   coach or assistant. Show your child how much you care! Mandatory Coaches Meeting; Tuesday, December 14
   or Wednesday, December 15 in the Village Commons. Times will be announced. MOST TEAMS ARE DRAFTED.
   Requests for coaches/teammates may not be honored.

   A special THANK YOU to all the volunteer coaches who helped out in the 2020 season!

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         Soccer Classes                                              Basketball Classes
  Jr. Kickers                                                        Little Hoopsters
  Drills and fun games will help your child become familiar          This program introduces beginners to the game of
  with the fast growing sport of soccer. This program will           basketball. Basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, and
  introduce the basic fundamentals of soccer including:              defense will be taught. Games will also be played to show
  kicking, passing, shooting, and throw-ins. Games will be           the importance of teamwork in game situations. But the
  played but program is mainly instructional.                        class is mainly instructional.
  Ages: 6–8 years                                                    Ages: 6-8 years
  Location: Village Commons Front Lawn                               Instructor: Staff
  Code#      Day      Dates         Time           Fee               Location: Gym at Village Commons
  1310–2     W        8/11–9/22    5:30–6:20pm     $40/$42           Code#      Days     Dates       Times             Fee
  No class: 9/8                                                      1306–1     Tu       8/10–9/21   5:30–6:20pm       $40/$42
                                                                     2306–1     Tu       10/12–11/16 5:30–6:20pm       $40/$42
  Soccer All Stars                                                   No class: 9/7
  This class introduces youngsters to the fundamentals and
  rules of soccer. Participants practice and improve dribbling,
  passing, shooting, and teamwork skills through drills and games.
                                                                     All Star Hoopsters
                                                                     Doesn’t matter if they are beginners or if they need to
  Ages: 9–12 years
                                                                     know how to get to the next level. Basic skills of dribbling,
  Location: Village Commons Front Lawn
                                                                     passing, shooting, and defense will be taught. Games will
  Code#      Day      Dates        Time            Fee               be played to show the importance of teamwork in game
  1311–2     W        8/11–9/22    6:20–7:20pm     $42/$44           situations. But the class is mainly instructional.
  No class: 9/8                                                      Ages: 9-12 years
                                                                     Instructor:
                                                                     Location: Gym at Village Commons

    Baseball Classes                                                 Code#
                                                                     1312–1
                                                                                Days
                                                                                Tu
                                                                                         Dates
                                                                                         8/10–9/21
                                                                                                     Times
                                                                                                     6:20–7:20pm
                                                                                                                       Fee
                                                                                                                       $42/$44
                                                                     2312–1     Tu       10/12–11/16 6:20–7:20pm       $42/$44
   Mighty Hitters                                                    No class: 9/7
   Want your kids to learn the fundamentals of baseball?
   The basics of baseball will be introduced with emphasis
   on base running, hitting, and catching
                                                                     Pre-Season Power Basketball
   Location: Commons Park (behind the hill)
                                                                     Clinic
   Ages: 6–8 years                                                   Sharpen your basketball skills before the league starts!
                                                                     This will be a power hour class of dribbling, layups,
   Code#      Day     Dates         Time           Fee
                                                                     free throws, and other skills and drills. Knock off the
   1308–2     M       8/9–9/20      5:30–6:20pm    $40/$42           dust before your winter basketball league begins. All
   No class: 9/6                                                     participants will receive a water bottle.
                                                                     Ages: PreK-8th grade
   Jr. Sluggers
                                                                     Instructor: Staff
   Want to learn to play baseball like your favorite Cub
                                                                     Location: Gym at Village Commons
   or White Sox player? We stress the fundamentals
   of baseball. Batting, fielding, and basic rules will be           Code#     Age       Days     Dates     Times         Fee
   explained. Games will be played. However, the program             2318–0    Pre K–K   Sa       12/11     9–9:45am      $12/$14
   is mainly instructional.                                          2318–2    1st–2nd   Sa       12/11     10–10:45am    $12/$14
    Location: Commons Park (behind the hill)                         2318–4    3rd–4th   Sa       12/11     11–11:45am    $12/$14
    Ages: 9–12 years                                                 2318–6    5th–6th   Sa       12/11     12–1:30pm     $14/$16
                                                                     2316–8    7th–8th   Sa       12/11     1:45–3:15pm   $14/$16
   Code#      Day     Dates         Time           Fee
   1309–2     M       8/9–9/20      6:20–7:20pm    $42/$44
   No class: 9/6

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YOUTH | Athletics

Next Level Tae Kwon Do                                                Yoga for Youths
Tae Kwon Do is so much more than self-defense. This                   Namaste! In this class, we’ll roar like lions, hiss like
art crosses into other areas of life by enhancing physical            snakes, and move like dolphins. Yoga fundamentals will
conditioning, self-defense, self-discipline, self-esteem, self-       be practiced through poses while incorporating are and
control and respect. Grand Master Kidd boasts an 8th Degree           music in an active, empowering and fun atmosphere. The
Black Belt, and passes on his knowledge to all involved. This         practice of yoga can help children learn mindfulness, how
form of martial arts is known for its kicks, punches and blocks.      to regulate their emotions and develop empathy, respect
Class is offered on Mondays and/or Saturdays. Little Ninja            and confidence.
students wishing to move up to this class must have instructor’s      Ages: 6-11 years
permission. Uniform order forms will be handed out after first        Instructor: Mandi A.
class. Belt Tests can be taken to progress to the next level          Location: Community Room below the Police Dept.
regularly.
                                                                      Code#      Days    Dates        Time           Fee
Ages: 6–12 years
                                                                      2426–1     W       9/1–9/22     3:45–4:45pm    $34/$36
Instructor: Grand Master Jerry Kidd
                                                                      2426–2     W       10/6–10/27   3:45–4:45pm    $34/$36
Location: V   illage Commons Gym (M)
                                                                      2426–3     W       11/10–12/8   3:45–4:45pm    $34/$36
             Community Room below Police Dept. (Wed &Sat)
                                                                      No class: 11/24
Code#      Day Date                Time            Fee
1321–2M M         8/16–9/27       5:15–6:05pm      $40/$42
2321–1M M         10/11–11/15     5:15–6:05pm      $40/$42
2321–2M M         11/29–1/17/22   5:15–6:05pm      $40/$42
No class: 9/6, 12/20, 12/27
Code#      Day Date               Time             Fee                  OPEN GYM DROP-IN
1321–2W W         8/18–9/29       6:15–7:05pm      $40/$42              18 & Over. 17 & under with an Adult.
2321–1W W         10/13–11/17     6:15–7:05pm      $40/$42
                                                                        Open during office hours. Times may
2321–2W W         12/1–1/19/22    6:15–7:05pm      $40/$42
No class: 9/8, 12/22, 12/29
                                                                        vary, so please call for availability.
Code#      Day Date               Time             Fee                  Resident: $2 / Non-Resident: $3
1321–2S Sa        8/21–10/2       10:15–11:05am    $40/$42
2321–1S Sa        10/16–11/20     10:15–11:05am    $40/$42              Must supply your own basketball,
2321–2S Sa        12/4–1/22/22    10:15–11:05am    $40/$42              otherwise ball rental is $2.
No class: 9/11, 12/25, 1/1/22

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Day-Off Holiday Camps
  YOUTH | Specialty                                                        Fun & Games for kids during their
                                                                            days off from school. See page 10

 STEM Classes                                                            Magic Class
 Science Technology Engineering and Math are all the buzz                Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a
 in education! Kids love finding out how things work through             collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks! Amaze family
 fun, hands-on projects and perhaps it will lead them into a             and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-
 techy future. Come for one or try them all. All supplies will be        reading, and more. All materials are provided, and each child
 provided in class.                                                      receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age
 Ages: 5-8 years                                                         and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate. Additionally,
 Instructor: Ms. Liz                                                     you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new
 Location: Craft Room at Village Commons                                 tricks are always taught at each session!
                                                                         Ages: 5-11 years
 Code#      Day    Dates      Time     Fee
                                                                         Instructor: Gary Kantor’s Magic Team
 2418–1     W      9/29       4–5 pm 	$8/$10
                                                                         Location: TBD
                                       Egg Drop Challenge
 2418–2     W      10/27      4–5 pm 	$8/$10 Engineering                Code#      Day     Dates       Times            Fee
                                       Challenge                         1445–1    W        8/4         6:45–7:40pm      $20/$22
 2418–3     W      12/1       4–5 pm 	$8/$10 Simple Machines            2445–1    Tu       10/19       5–5:55pm         $20/$22
                                       Challenge                         2445–2    M        11/29       6:45–7:40pm      $20/$22

 Machine Sewing for Children                                             Chess Wizards
 For those who want to explore or fine-tune sewing with a                Enter into the magical and exciting world of chess with Chess
 sewing machine, this is the class for you! Learn how to thread,         Wizards! You will participate in epic chess games, fun and
 troubleshoot and use all aspects of the sewing machine. You will        interactive lessons, tournaments, team matches, trivia and more!
 be guided through a variety of FUNctional projects. A material          Our specialized classes are a blast for everyone kindergarten
 list will be provided by the instructor. Returning students will        through eighth. Whether you have been playing chess for your
 receive greater challenges. We have sewing machines for you,            entire life and want to improve, are brand new to the game, or
 but feel free to bring your own if you’d like. Let’s get to creating!   you just want to have a fun experience with your friends– Chess
 Ages: 9+ years                                                          Wizards is the place
 Instructor: Michelle C.                                                 for you!
 Location: Craft Room                                                    Grade level: K-8th
                                                                         Instructor: Chess Wizards
 Code#      Day Dates              Time            Fee
                                                                         Location: TBD
 2416–1     Th     9/16–10/21      5–6:45pm        $85/$86
 2416–2     Th     11/4–12/16      5–6:45pm        $85/$86               Code#     Day       Dates       Times        Fee
 No class: 11/25                                                         2417–1    W        9/15–11/3    4–5pm        $130/$135

 Machine Sewing for Children                                             Modeling and Charm
 Extra Classes                                                           Good grooming, along with runway and print modeling will be
 This class is the same as the Machine Sewing for Children class         covered. Weekly photos will be taken in the park for a modeling
 with the focus on more in depth projects based on individual            composite to be completed by then end of the session.
 student skill level.                                                    Ages: 6–10 years
 Ages: 9+ years                                                          Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
 Instructor: Michelle C.                                                 Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
 Location: Craft Room                                                    Code#    Days      Dates       Time             Fee
 Code#      Day      Dates         Time            Fee                   2414–1TU Tu        9/28–11/2   4:45–5:45pm      $48/$50
 1416-3W    W         8/18-9/8     5:15-7:15pm     $75/$78               2414–2TU Tu        11/16–12/21 4:45–5:45pm      $48/$50
 2416–1W    W        9/22–10/13    5:15–7:15pm     $75/$78
 2416–2W    W        10/27–11/17   5:15–7:15pm     $75/$78

          IMPORTANT: Program dates, times and locations are subject to change due to unforeseen
            situations (such as weather, scheduling issues, etc.). Thank you for your cooperation!

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TEENS                                                                              TEENS

                                                      TEEN NIGHTS OUT
                                                      Get out of the house and do something different! Bring
                                                      your friends or come make new ones! All trips will include
                                                      transportation, admission/fees, and NRPRD chaperons. Bring
                                                      additional money, no food and drinks are included, unless
                                                      specified. Dress for the location!
                                                      Ages: 12–15 years
                                                      Location: Meet at the Village Commons

                                                                     FRIGHT FEST
                                                                     at Six Flags Great America
                                                                     We have extended the time for more spooky fun. Make sure
                                                                     you bring enough money for lunch and dinner and a late
                                                                     night snack. Who knows, we may take a ride through the
                                                                     drive-thru on the way back!
                                                                     Location: Gurnee, IL
                                                                     Code#      Day    Dates     Time              Fee
                                                                     2446–1     Sa     10/9      10am–10:30pm      $75

                                                                     Teen Open Gym
                                                                     Come and hang at our gym, shoot some hoops or use other
                                                                     gym equipment. Listen to music and chill with friends, new
                                                                     and old. This is a very relaxed SUPERVISED open gym.
                                                                     Ages: 12–15 years
                                                                     Instructor: Super Staff
                                                                     Location: Gymnasium at Village Commons
                                                                     Day & Time: S    undays, 6– 8 pm.
                                                                                     For all updates check Facebook!
                                                                     Fee: $5 per visit

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ADULT | Athletics

 Fitness Schedule
               SUNDAY    MONDAY       TUESDAY       WEDNESDAY       THURSDAY            FRIDAY           SATURDAY
  MORNING
                                                                                                           Cardio
               Zumba                  Fit Over 50   Gentle Yoga      Fit Over 50
                                                                                                         Kickboxing
   EVENING
                                        Cardio
                          Adult Tap   Kickboxing      Zumba                           Table Tennis
                                         Table
                                        Tennis

                                                          Sunday Zumba with Christine
   Dance to your health!                                  Ages: 14+ years
   Are you ready to party yourself into shape!            Instructor: Christine Nazario
   Forget the workout and lose yourself in the            Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
   music. Zumba is an exhilarating, effective,            Code#      Day     Date          Time           Fee
   easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, and calorie-           1122–2     Su      8/15–9/26     9–10am         $42/$44
                                                          2122–1     Su      10/3–11/7     9–10am         $42/$44
   burning dance party! You’ll be felling fit
                                                          2122–2     Su      11/14–12/19   9–10am         $42/$44
   and energized, so come to the Zumba                    No class: 8/29
   party! Join our Sunday or Wednesday
   classes. And if you’re feeling really                  Wednesday Zumba with Nakisha
   ambitious join both days!                              Ages: 14+ years
                                                          Instructor: Nakisha Wright
                                                          Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
                                                          Code#      Day     Date          Time           Fee
                                                          1122–2W W          8/18–9/29     7:30–8:30pm    $42/$44
                                                          2122–1W W          10/6–11/10    7:30–8:30pm    $42/$44
                                                          2122–2W W          11/17–12/22   7:30–8:30pm    $42/$44
                                                          No class: 9/1

                                                          Adult Tap
                                                          Barre, center floor and a complete tap routine would be
                                                          taught for beginning tap students.
                                                          Ages: 16 + years
                                                          Instructor: Ms. Marilyn
                                                          Location: Community Room below Police Dept.
                                                          Code#      Days    Dates           Time        Fee
                                                          1114–2     M       8/2–9/13        7–8pm       $42/$44
                                                          2114–1     M       9/27–11/1       7–8pm       $42/$44
                                                          2114–2     M       11/15–12/20     7–8pm       $42/$44
                                                          No class: 9/6

  IMPORTANT: Program dates, times and locations are subject to change due to unforeseen
   situations (such as weather, scheduling issues, etc.). Thank you for your cooperation!

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ADULT | Athletics

Cardio Kickboxing                                                    Fit Over 50
Seeking an exciting alternative to your boring cardio routine?       This strength and flexibility class offers a mix of standing and
Join Grand Master Kidd for a power packed, calorie burning,          sitting exercises in a fun atmosphere. It is a gentler pace but
full body workout that will keep you wanting more. Yell,             still gets the heart pumping faster and leaves you with more
kick, scream and punch those “undesirable spots” away.               energy Join us on Tuesdays, Thursdays or both days!
Explosive dance music will keep your body moving and your            Ages: 50+ years
mind engaged! Benefits to a cardio kickboxing workout are            Instructor: Grand Master Jerry Kidd
balance, stamina & endurance; flexibility; strength; hand-eye        Location: Community Room below the Police Dept.
coordination and self-esteem. This is a workout you will not
want to miss! You will need to bring an exercise mat, water,         Code#    Day Date                   Time             Fee
two 5-10 lbs. hand weights (depending on personal level) and a       1107–2T Tu       8/17–9/28          9:30–10:15am     $38/$42
willingness to push yourself.                                        2107–1T Tu       10/12–11/16        9:30–10:15am     $38/$42
Ages: 16+ years                                                      2107–2T Tu       11/30–1/18/22      9:30–10:15am     $38/$42
Instructor: Grand Master Jerry Kidd                                  No class: 9/7, 12/20, 12/28
Location: Community Room below the Police Dept.                      Code#      Day Date                 Time             Fee
Code#      Day Date                Time            Fee               1107–2TH Tu       8/19–9/30         9:30–10:15am     $38/$42
1105-2T Tu         8/17–9/28       6:30-7:30pm     $40/$42           2107–1TH Tu       10/14–11/18       9:30–10:15am     $38/$42
2105-1T Tu         10/12–11/16     6:30-7:30pm     $40/$42           2107–2TH Tu       12/2–1/20/22      9:30–10:15am     $38/$42
2105-2T Tu         11/30–1/18/22   6:30-7:30pm     $40/$42           No class: 9/9, 12/22, 12/30
No class: 9/7, 12/21, 12/28
Saturday classes offer the total self-protection workout.            ADULTS | LEAGUES
The essence of kickboxing at its best; contact Kickboxing using
boxing gloves and pads!                                              Men’s 18 & Over 4 on 4 Basketball
Code#      Day Date                Time            Fee               League
1105-2S Sa         8/21–10/2       9-10am          $40/$42           Gather a team and come on down to the Village Commons
2105-1S Sa         10/16–11/20     9-10am          $40/$42           Gym and show us what you got. Games will be officiated by our
2105-2S Sa         12/4–1/22/22    9-10am          $40/$42           referees. Game times and number of games will depend on the
No class: 9/11, 12/25, 1/1/22                                        number of teams. Roster max: 8.
                                                                     Ages: 18+ years
Gentle Yoga                                                          Location: Gym at Village Commons
Come relax and meditate in this gentle, yet challenging yoga         Payment Deadline: 1/31
class. This class will help you to navigate through various
                                                                     Code#     Day                  Start Date          Time
poses that are guaranteed to increase your strength, flexibility,
balance, and concentration. Great for those suffering from           2104-1    Sunday Mornings February-April           9am-1pm
arthritis, general aches and pains, or those just wanting a          Fee: $400 ($100 due at registration)
calming break in their day. Modifications can always be made to
accommodate all levels. No mat is needed, we won’t get down          SSA Men’s Fall 16” Softball League
on the floor! Join us to find your inner peace!                      Show off your skills by crushing the ball in our Men’s Softball
Ages: 18+ years                                                      League. Hopefully you’ll grab hold of the Cash payout for the
                                                                     winners! Registration deadline is August 20 or until filled. Roster
Instructor: Cathy Kolessar
                                                                     Max: 20.
Location: Council Room
                                                                     Ages: 18+ years
Code#      Day    Date             Time            Fee               Location: Veterans Park
1108-2     W      8/4–9/8          11:15am-12pm    $38/$42
                                                                     Code#    Day    Start Date Time      Fee
2108-1     W      9/22–11/3        11:15am-12pm    $38/$42
2108-2     W      11/17–12/22      11:15am-12pm    $38/$42           2100-1   Tu     September Evenings 	$500 per team ($100
                                                                                                          due at registration)
No class: 10/13

   OPEN GYM DROP-IN                                 18 & Over/17 & under with an Adult
   Open during office hours. Times may vary, so please call for availability. Resident: $2/Non-Resident: $3
   Must supply your own basketball, otherwise ball rental is $2.

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