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Village of                                           Fall 2021 / Winter 2022

Lake Zurich
Park and Recreation Department

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Park and Recreation Department                                                                               Recreation Information

                                                                                                                                                                                 Park and Recreation Department
Administration and Recreation Offices                                                                        Recreation Staff
Paulus Park Barn                                                                                             Bonnie Caputo
200 South Rand Road                                                                                          Director of Recreation
Phone: 847-438-5146                                                                                          847-540-5068
Fax: 847-380-5471                                                                                            Bonnie.Caputo@lakezurich.org
TDD: 847-438-2349                                                                                            Jenna Stanonik
Office Hours                                                                                                 Recreation Supervisor
Monday-Friday 8:30am-2pm (2-4pm by appointment only}                                                         847-719-2462
                                                                                                             Jenna.Stanonik@lakezurich.org
Closed: August 20, September 6, October 11, November
24-26, December 20-24, December 31, February 18 and                                                          Elke Kadzielawski
February 21                                                                                                  Recreation Supervisor
                                                                                                             847-540-5075
Modified Office Hours: August 23-27, November 22-23,                                                         Elke.Kadzielawski@lakezurich.org
December 27-30 and January 3-7 office will be open
10am-1pm                                                                                                     Mike Brown
                                                                                                             Director of Public Works
Additional Program Facilities                                                                                847-540-5066
Buffalo Creek                                                                                                Mike.Brown@lakezurich.org
675 Old Mill Grove Road                                                                                      Village Board
847-438-7693                                                                                                 Tom Poynton, President
Chalet                                                                                                       Dan Bobrowski, Trustee
160 S. Rand Road                                                                                             Mary Beth Euker, Trustee
847-540-5099                                                                                                 Janice Gannon, Trustee
                                                                                                             Marc Spacone, Trustee
                                                                                                             Jonathan Sprawka, Trustee
  Park and Recreation Vision Statement                                                                       Greg Weider, Trustee (P&R Liaison)
                                                                                                             Kathleen Johnson, Village Clerk
  To enrich the quality of life for our community
  through our commitment to maximizing the value of                                                          Village Administrative Staff
  our parks and services, environmental stewardship,                                                         Raymond Keller, Village Manager
  diversity of uses and recreational opportunities
  across the complete age spectrum.
                                                                                                             Park Advisory Board
                                                                                                             Kevin Koch, Chair                   Jeff Carey
                                                                                                             Tim Andrews, Vice-Chair             Cathy Malloy
                                                                                                             Shawn Bergfalk                      Sariah Quimby
                                                                                                             Allen Borg
  Table of Contents
  Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4              n Park Advisory Board Meetings are open to Lake Zurich
                                                                                                             residents and are held at Village Hall the second Tuesday of
  Registration Form  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
                                                                                                             every other month (February, April, June, August, October
  Community Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8               and December) at 6:30pm.
  Sponsors & Donors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9
                                                                                                             Benchmarks • Lake Zurich’s community e-newsletter full of
  Special Events  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14          resources you can use. Visit LakeZurich.org to sign up or
  Parent & Child  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16          call Kyle Kordell at Village Hall at 847-540-1693.
  Early Childhood Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19
  Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-28
  Youth Activities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-31
                                                                                                                      Resident Registration begins
  Youth Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-34
                                                                                                                              August 2nd
  Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
  Tae Kwon Do  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35                  Nonresident Registration begins
  Health & Wellness Programs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36                                      August 16th
  Adult Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37           Fall/Winter Session Dates (unless otherwise listed):
  Dog Obedience  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38                       Fall I Session, 8 weeks: 8/23-10/17
  Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39-40                              Fall II Session, 8 weeks: 10/18-12/12
  Shelter & Facility Rentals and Reservations Information . . . . . .  41
                                                                                                                         Winter Session, 7 weeks: 1/10-2/27
  Park Amenities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42
  Park Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43

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Registration Information
                              Registration Dates                                             Register Online
                                                                                             Who can register online?
                              Resident Registration begins August 2nd                        Residents and non-residents may register online. However,
                              Nonresident Registration begins August 16th                    to receive resident rates, you must provide proof of residency.
                              Fall/Winter Session Dates (unless otherwise listed):           Which programs are eligible for online registration?
                              • Fall I Session, 8 weeks: 8/23-10/17                          All programs that have a code number assigned.
                              • Fall II Session, 8 weeks: 10/18-12/12                        How do I activate my online account?
                              • Winter Session, 7 weeks: 1/10-2/27                           Existing households within our system will be issued a
                                                                                             temporary User Name and Password. Upon your first time
                           Forgot how to log-in?                                             to log-in, you will be prompted to change your password
                                                                                             and answer two security questions. New households need
                           Did you forget how to log into our park and recreation            to complete the online enrollment form. Confirmation of
                           registration system? It’s easy to log in and register             your enrollment will be emailed to you within one business
                           for classes or make payments! Here’s how! Go to                   day. Upon approval from parks and recreation (as we will
                           lakezurich.org. Hover over ‘services’ and when ‘register          need to confirm your residency), you may begin registering
                           for on line programs’ pops up under services, click on            for programs. The first time you log on, you will be prompted
                           that link. Then click on ‘log in’ and put in your user name
                                                                                             to change your password if you would like to do so.
                           and password. If you forgot this information please call
                           our office at 847-438-5146x0 and we are happy reset the           What else can I do online?
                           information so you can log in. You are now on the main            You can browse all programs offered and view up-to-date
                           registration page and can look up classes, register and           enrollment numbers. If you are registered for a program
                           make payments. Easy as 1, 2, 3!                                   that offers a multiple payment schedule, you may pay your
                                                                                             outstanding balance online under your “Household Account”.
                           Registration Procedures                                           You also have the ability to review all the programs for
                                                                                             which you have registered, reprint receipts/invoices, print out
                           • Registration form needs a signature for credit card
                                                                                             activity calendars and childcare statements.
                             charges and waiver.
                           • The first fee listed is the resident cost and the second fee    Can I be placed on the wait list online and
                             listed is the non-resident cost. (FEE R/NR)                     do I have to pay for it?
                           • Faxed in or dropped off registrations will be confirmed         You can be placed on the wait list online and you will not
                             with an emailed receipt. Submission of registration does        be charged for the program at that time. We will contact
                             not guarantee enrollment in a class.                            you if we can enroll you and at that time you will be
                           • If you do not receive a call, you are enrolled in your          required to pay for the program.
                             1st choice selected.
                                                                                             Can I process a refund or class transfer online?
                           • Make checks payable to the Village of Lake Zurich.
                                                                                             Refunds and transfers cannot be processed online but you
                           • Visa and MasterCard credit card charges available for
                                                                                             may contact us at 847-438-5146 or stop by our office at The
                             Mail In/Online/Fax/Drop Off and In Person registrations.
                                                                                             Paulus Park Barn to fill out a refund/transfer request form.
                             Discover card payments are only available for online
                             registrations.
                           • $25.00 charge for checks returned due to nonsufficient
                             funds (NSF).                                                                4 Easy Ways to Register
                           Who is a Resident of Lake Zurich?                                                    Online
                           A resident is defined as one whose “principal residence”                             lakezurich.org/parkandrec
                           is within the corporate limits of the Village of Lake Zurich.                        Visa, MasterCard and Discover credit
                           Proof of Lake Zurich Residency                                                       card payments available online.
                           In order to ensure that all program participants are charged
                           equitably, we have instituted a proof of residency process.                          Mail In
                           All Lake Zurich existing households and new households                               Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Dept.
                           will receive resident rates by providing proof of residency.                         200 S. Rand Road
                           Proof of residency is only necessary for first time registrants                      Lake Zurich, IL 60047
                           to the program or if residency status has changed. Resident
                           households need to provide two of the following:                                     Fax
                           • Drivers License or State Photo ID and,                                             Fax to (847) 380-5471
                           • Real Estate Tax Bill or current utility bill, or                                   Please call to confirm your faxed
                           • Proof of residency,  recent real estate closing or rental                          registration has been received ASAP
                           agreement may be submitted either in person at Paulus Park                           after faxing.
                           Barn, 200 South Rand Road, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm or
                           faxed to (847) 380-5471 and all copies will be destroyed after                       Drop Off Box/In Person
                           confirmation.                                                                        Paulus Park Barn
                                                                                                                200 S. Rand Road
                                                                                                                Visa/MasterCard Only

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Village of Lake Zurich Park & Recreation Department Registration Form

                                                                                                                                                   Registration Form
PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM COMPLETELY AND MAIL OR FAX IT TO: Village of Lake Zurich
Park and Recreation Department, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047, FAX: (847) 380-5471

Family Information                 Resident            Non-Resident
Please print. Fill out the information below for your entire family; then list each participant separately
in the Registration Information section. Proof of residency may be required.

Family (or primary guardian) Last Name                          Father or Guardian First Name              Mother or Guardian First Name

Address                                                                          City                             State         Zip

Home Phone                               Cell Phone (State Whose Number)                              Work Phone (State Whose Number)

E-mail Address

Alternate Name                                                  Phone                                      Relationship
n In case of an emergency, an attempt will be made to contact a parent/guardian at home, at work and via cell phone. If a
parent/guardian cannot be reached, the Park Department will contact the alternate name listed above.
Does a participant in your family require Americans with Disabilities (ADA) assistance or a one-on-one aid?                           Yes     No
If yes, please request an additional form at the Park Department Office. (Good for this registration only.)

Family Member Registration Information
Please list your first and second choice options for each class (if more than one section, date, or time is available).
 Program #        Program Name            Participant’s First       Participant’s Last     Birth Date      Fall 2021      Gender   R/NR Fee
                                          Name                      Name                   mo/day/yr       Grade

Payment Information Total Fee Payment Method: Check One:
                                                                            This section must be filled out if you are using Visa or MasterCard.
  Visa    MasterCard     Cash       Check (#:______________)                Account
Checks should be made payable to the Village of Lake Zurich.                Number: __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __

Village of Lake Zurich - WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS                   Cardholder Name___________________________________________
Please read this form carefully and be aware that in registering
                                                                      Expiration Date______________ Amount of Charge $________________
yourself and/or your minor child for participation in the
program(s), you will be waiving and releasing all claims for          Authorized Signature_________________________________________
injuries you or your child/ward might sustain arising out of the
program(s). I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in the program(s) and
I agree to assume the full risk of any such injuries, damages, or loss regardless of severity which I or my child/ward may
sustain as a result of participating in any of the program(s). I hereby fully release and discharge the Village of Lake Zurich
and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, damages and/or losses
sustained by me or by my child/ward, arising out, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of any of the
program(s). I HAVE READ, FULLY UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE CONDITIONS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.

Signature of Parent/Guardian/Participant                                                                   Date
n This waiver must be signed by adults 18 years old and older.
Photo and Video Release I hereby grant permission to the Village of Lake Zurich, the rights of myself and/or my child’s
image, in video or still, and of the likeness and sound of my child’s voice as recorded on audio or video tape without
payment or any other consideration. I understand that my child’s image may be edited, copied, exhibited, published or
distributed and waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my child’s likeness appears. Additionally,
I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of my child’s image or recording. I also
understand that this material may be used in diverse educational settings within an unrestricted geographic area. By
signing this release/waiver, I understand this permission signifies that photographic or video recordings of my child may
be electronically displayed via the Internet or in the public educational setting. There is no time limit on the validity of
this release nor is there any geographic limitation on where these materials may be distributed. By signing this release, I
acknowledge that I have completely read and fully understand the above release and agree to be bound thereby. I hereby
release any and all claims against any person or organization utilizing this material for educational purposes.
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Community Partners                      Ancient Oaks Foundation                      Algonquin Longhouse
                                         Since 2007 the Ancient Oaks Foundation
                                         has been preserving the natural beauty
                                                                                     Parent Child Program
                                         of the Lake Zurich area by restoring the    The Algonquin Longhouse Inc. NFP,
                                         oak woodlands and wetlands at the Oak       Chicagoland’s premier Parent and
                                       Ridge Marsh Nature Park and Kuechmann         Child Program, boasts one of the
                                    Park. Volunteers are needed to help preserve     finest parent/child programs in the
                     these valuable natural areas for future generations. We         country. We invite you to strengthen
                     work year round cutting buckthorn and other invasives,          your one-on-one relationship with your children through
                     pulling weeds, picking and spreading native seed. For           the magic and discovery of Native American heritage and
                     more details about our work, how to volunteer, and contact      culture. Monthly meetings and special events including
                     information, go to www.ancientoaksfoundation.org.               campouts and museum overnights run through the school
                                                                                     year and focus on activities designed to bring parents and
                                                                                     children together in fun and enriching ways.
                                                                                     The Algonquin Longhouse Inc. is a non-profit organization
                                                                                     comprised of more than 2,000 parents and children from
                                                                                     the northwest suburbs. There are programs to fit all ages.

                                                                                     Annual Membership Fee
                                                                                     AGES: 3 TO 5 YEARS OLD
                                                                                     Pre Kindergarten “Ashkuhla” Program
                                                                                     FEE: $30/family
                                                                                     AGES: 5 TO 11 YEARS OLD
                                                                                     Guides and Princess Program
                                                                                     FEE: $70/family
                                                                                     AGES: 12 TO 18 YEARS OLD
                                                                                     Trails Program
                                                                                     FEE: Pay per event
                                                                                     *Those families participating in more than one
                                                                                     program only pay the main program fee.

                                                                                     Share memories that will last forever!
                                                                                     To register today or to get more information call
                                                                                     847-660-1230, fax 847-660-1231 or visit the Algonquin
                                                                                     Longhouse web site at www.algonquinlonghouse.org.
                                                                                     Interested parents and children will be matched with
                                                                                     tribes from their school area.

                                                                                       Community Events Marquee
                                                                                       The Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Community
                                                                                       Events Marquee is available for rental on a weekly
                                                                                       basis. Organizations can advertise upcoming events for
                                                                                       a $60 fee. Please call 847-438-5146 for information.

                     The Village of Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Department
                     supports Leave No Child Inside, a Chicago Wilderness
                     Initiative to get more kids to spend more time outside. The
                     Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights is a list of ten activities      Advertisement Space |             The Lake Zurich
                     that every child should have the right to do, and we want to       Park and Recreation Department welcomes
                     make it possible for every kid to experience these                 local businesses to advertise in our program
                     activities. Almost every Park Department program fulfills
                     one or more of the Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights; come
                                                                                        brochures. Approximately 7,000 brochures
                     join us outside! For more information on the Children’s            are distributed throughout Lake Zurich. For
                     Outdoor Bill of Rights, visit kidsoutside.info.                    further information on placing your business
                                                                                        advertisement in our brochures, please contact
                                                                                        Bonnie Caputo, Director of Recreation, at
                                                                                        847-540-5068.

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Community Partners
                                                               SRACLC is currently offering virtual programs
                                                               and small group activities for people with special
                                                               needs and disabilities. Participants joining in-person

Special Recreation Association of                              activities must properly wear a mask for the duration
                                                               of the program and all virtual programs are held via
Central Lake County (SRACLC)                                   Zoom. Visit sraclc.com for a full list of programs and
                                                               times or email info@sraclc.org for more details and
The Village of Lake Zurich is a cooperative member agency
                                                               to register. Program availability is dependent on
of the Special Recreation Association of Central Lake
                                                               COVID restrictions.
County. SRACLC provides community based therapeutic
recreation programs and services to people of all ages with    Virtual Programs Include:
disabilities or special needs.                                       •   Specials Event
SRACLC is a cooperative effort of the Grayslake, Vernon              •   Fitness
Hills, and Mundelein Park Districts and the Villages of              •   Virtual Field Trips
Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich, Libertyville, and Lincolnshire.
                                                                     •   Social Groups
Individuals residing within the boundaries of the Member
Agencies are considered “residents” of SRACLC and may                •   Show and Tell
utilize the services.                                                •   Painting and Crafts
SRACLC offers more than 500 weekly programs, special                 •   Dancing
events, and camps during the year. SRACLC also recognizes
that some people with disabilities prefer to participate in
                                                               In-person Programs Include – (mask required):
recreation programs within their own Park District or                •   School Days Off
Recreation Department. SRACLC can help you with this                 •   Athletics
opportunity by providing an extra staff, if deemed                   •   Social Clubs
necessary, behavior management support, disability
                                                                     •   Drama and Music
awareness training, and other adaptive services necessary
for safe and successful participation.                               •   Community Outings
                                                                     •   Many more...
Contact the SRACLC office 847-816-4866 if you would like to
receive a brochure or would like more information.
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Community Partners
                                                                         OUTDOOR & INDOOR
                                            YOUTH      SOCCER
                                             PROGRAMS IN LAKE ZURICH

                                         Recreational Programs                                                                                         Competitive Teams
                                          Boys & Girls - 3 Years Old to 14 Years Old                                                               Boys & Girls - 7 Years Old to 18 Years Old

                                                                                         3 to 6 Year Old Junior Soccer Programs
                                                                                                                Boys & Girls - 3 Years Old to 6 Years Old

                                                                                                                                                       For Details & Program Information

                                                                                                                                 online at:         elasoccer.com
                                                                                                                                                        or call:      (847) 726-6909
                                                      Ela Soccer Club is a 501(c)3 not for profit youth soccer organization with over 1,800 youth players serving the area for over 30 years.

                                        LACROSSE
                            The Fastest Game On 2 feet!
                                  Youth Lacrosse Programs for
                              Boys and Girls, Pre-K to 8th Grade

                                     www.lzlacrosse.com

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&Events
                                                                                                                                     Sponsors
                                                                                                                                      Special
                                                                                                                                       Donors
2021 Event Sponsors            The mission of the Village of Lake Zurich’s signature events
Annual Egg Hunt                is to provide a diverse program of events that will enhance the
Bronze Sponsor:                already high quality of life in Lake Zurich as well as provide
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.   exposure and traffic for our local community businesses and
D & J DJz–Dave Potash
                               organizations.
Lake Zurich Farmers Market

                                                                                                                                     Parent &
                               The Village of Lake Zurich is proud to offer a wide variety of

                                                                                                                                      Child
Gold Sponsor:
Compeer Financial              special events throughout the year that help to create a sense
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.   of community and foster civic pride in Lake Zurich residents.
Silver Sponsor:                We are able to hold our events because of the generosity and
Stephanie Seplowin–            support of the businesses listed below.
 Coldwell Banker
                               There are a variety of opportunities for residents and local

                                                                                                                                     Childhood
Movies in the Park
                               businesses to sponsor our programs and events. Feel free to
Bronze Sponsor:

                                                                                                                                       Early
First American Bank            contact the Village of Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Office
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.   with any questions or to discuss customized packages targeting
Martin Enterprises Heating     your marketing and advertising goals.
  and Air Conditioning
Moore Orthodontics             n Please reach out to Recreation Director, Bonnie Caputo,
                               at 847-540-5068 or Bonnie.Caputo@lakezurich.org.
July 4th Celebration
Silver Sponsor:

                                                                                                                                     Dance
Alpine Runners
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.                                                                                                     ®

Prairieland
                                THE FIDELITY GROUP, LTD
Rock the Block
Presenting Sponsor:
Costco

                                                                                                                                     Activities
Pat Muir Insurance

                                                                                                                                      Youth
Smalley Steel Ring Company
The Fidelity Group
Gold Sponsor:
Comed
Silver Sponsor:
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.
Martin Enterprises Heating
and Air Conditioning

                                                                                                                                     Sports
                                                                                                                                     Youth
Prairieland
Tween Holiday Events
Silver Sponsor:                               847-561-1008
Culvers                            Stephanie.seplowin@cbexchange.com

Lou Malnati’s
Moore Orthodontics

                                                                                                                                     Kwon Do
Miracle on Main Street                                                                              D&J DJz
Silver Sponsor:                                                                        WEDDINGS • PARTIES • VOLUNTEERING

                                                                                                                                       Tae
                                                                                        “We’ll Put a Great Spin on Your Event”
Moore Orthodontics                                                                                  dandjdjz.com
Prairieland
Bronze Sponsor:
Grand Dental
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.                                           Volunteers Appreciated!
                                                Volunteering with the Park and Recreation Department is a
                                                                                                                                     Wellness
                                                                                                                                     Health &

Program Sponsors/Donors                           wonderful opportunity to fulfill volunteer or community service
                                                   requirements or just to give back to your community. A wide
Day Camp                                            variety of volunteer opportunities are available to include daily
Program Sponsor:                                    options, weekly options, or even one time opportunities. If you
Moore Orthodontics                                 are interested in volunteering, please visit http://lakezurich.
                                                 org/571/Event-Volunteer-Opportunities to view or sign up for the
                                                opportunities or contact the Park & Recreation office at 847-438-5146.
                                                                                                                                     Activities
                                                                                                                                      Adult

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Special
Events
                                   Ancient Oaks Foundation
                                 Since 2007 the Ancient Oaks
                                 Foundation has been preserving the
                                                                                   Fantastic Fireflies
                                natural beauty of the Lake Zurich area             AGES: 6 YRS AND UP WITH AN ADULT
Parent &

                              by restoring the oak woodlands and                   We will learn the life cycle of this fascinating beetle
 Child

                           wetlands at the Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park             through games and stories. Then we will explore the Old
             and Kuechmann Park. Volunteers are needed to help                     Mill Grove park wetlands to catch and release these magical
             preserve these valuable natural areas for future generations.         ‘lights of summer’. A seasonal snack will be served. Dress
             We work year round cutting buckthorn and other invasives,             for the evening and mosquitos. We cannot use insect spray
             pulling weeds, picking and spreading native seed. For more            if we are going to get close to the insects.
             details about our work, how to volunteer, and contact                 LOCATION: Old Mill Grove Park, 285 Old Mill Grove Rd
Childhood

             information, go to www.ancientoaksfoundation.org.
                                                                                   PROG#        DAY    DATES          TIME            FEE R/NR
  Early

             n Register through the Park and Recreation Department at
             lakezurich.org/parkandrec                                             237975-A     Sat    7/24           8-9:15pm        $5
             n Sponsored by the Ancient Oaks Foundation:
             ancientoaksfoundation.org
    Dance

             Late Bloomers                                                         Dandy Dragonflies
             AGES: ADULTS 14YRS AND UP
                                                                                   AGES: 5 YRS AND UP
             Explore the fall surprises that color our woodlands. Many
                                                                                   Learn about these interesting and diverse insects of the
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             plants choose autumn to show their splendor. Join us for an
                                                                                   water and air through exploration of a local wetland and
 Youth

             afternoon of flowers as the last blooms thrill us before the
                                                                                   pond. We’ll collect samples from the pond using aquatic
             dark afternoons come.
                                                                                   nets. Taking time to identify these creatures can tell us
             LOCATION: Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park                                 about the water quality and who else is calling Lake Zurich
                                                                                   home…! We will practice catch and release with all creatures.
             PROG#     DAY DATES TIME                             FEE R/NR
                                                                                   Wear clothes that can get dirty and maybe a bit muddy!
             337975-EE Sat 10/2  2-3:30pm                         $5/pp or
             				                                                 $15/per Family   LOCATION: Manor Park, 5 Miller Rd
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             Coyotes by the Campfire                                               PROG#        DAY    DATES          TIME            FEE R/NR
Youth

                                                                                   237975-B     Sat    8/14           3-4:30pm        $5
             AGES: 8+ WITH ADULT
             Gather around the campfire to find out more about the
             adaptations and social life of the “prairie wolf”. We will
             hike to listening spots and enjoy a favorite campfire snack.
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             LOCATION: Kuechmann Arboretum

                                                                                    Mighty Oaks Celebration
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             PROG#     DAY DATES TIME                             FEE R/NR
             337975-FF Sat 11/13 7-8:30pm                         $5/pp or          AGES: ALL AGES
             				                                                 $15/per Family    Join the Ancient Oaks Foundation’s 4th
                                                                                    annual celebration of Mighty Oaks. Davey
             Fort Building                                                          Tree Experts will offer tree tips and a family
             AGES: 8+                                                               fun afternoon including: live music by Kent Lewis, live
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             Join us to build a fort using materials we find in the                 raptors from Wings & Talons, kids scavenger hunt &
             woodland. You will build our own self-styled fort. You can             activities, Monarch butterfly & bee displays, Oak tree
             work as a team or build your own fort. These forts will be             planting ceremony and more. For more updated info go to
             designed for play and dismantled after the program. Dress              ancientoaksfoundation.org.
             for the weather. Kids only! A seasonal snack will be served.           LOCATION: Paulus Park
             LOCATION: Kuechmann Arboretum                                          https://www.ancientoaksfoundation.org/event/mighty-
                                                                                    oaks-celebration/
             PROG#         DAY     DATES        TIME              FEE R/NR
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             337975-HH Wed         12/29        3-5pm             $5/pp or
 Adult

             				                                                 $15/per Family    PROG#        DAY    DATE         TIME           FEE R/NR
                                                                                    337975-II    Sun    9/19         12-4pm         Free
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Clothing Drive for
Community Members                     Serving Up Community
in Need
Saturday, August 23 at the            Fun at Lake Zurich’s

                                                                                                                                                                                         Parent &
                                      Promenade!

                                                                                                                                                                                          Child
Paulus Park Barn
This past year has been very
trying for so many and a lot of
families have had to go without.
The Park & Recreation Advisory
Board sees this and wants to

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help! We will be organizing a
clothing drive for community

                                                                                                                                                                                           Early
members in need of children’s
clothes. This will take a village
and we are asking for your help.                                          BLOCK A
Can you donate children’s new
or like new (no holes, stains
                                                                       FOOD TRUCK
or smells) clothing size 0-5T?                                                         Socials                             scan me
                                                                                                                          for more info
We will be accepting new/like

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new clothing size 0-5T during
the week of Aug 23 from 9am
to 2pm at the Paulus Park Barn,

                                       WEDNESDAYS
200 South Rand Rd. On Saturday                                                                                             Follow the fun by visiting our
Aug 28th, we will accept drop off                                                                                  Facebook page to view local rotating
clothing from 8am to 10am. Then                                                                                    trucks & their menus stopping by the
from 12pm to 4pm on August

                                       ALL SUMMER LONG
                                                                                                                 Block A & Main Street Promenade, 173 w

                                                                                                                                                                                         Activities
28th, we welcome any community                                                                                      main street throughout the season.

                                                                                                                                                                                          Youth
member who is having a hard

                                       4:00-7:00PM
time and needs clothes for their                                                                                                                   /BLOCKASOCIAL/
children 0-5T to come and take
what they need.
n Please feel free to reach out       Village of Lake Zurich Park & Recreation Dept.
to the Park and Recreation            173 w main street, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 | 847.438.5146 | LakeZurich.org
Department at 847-438-5146

                                                                                                                                                                                         Sports
                                                                                                                                                                                         Youth
or askparkrec@lakezurich.
org if you should need further

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                                                                                                                                     village of lake zurich parks and recreation dept.
                                                                                                                                     200 south rand road, lake zurich, il 60047
                                                                                                                                     (847) 438-5146 | lakezurich.org
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             Lake Zurich Tunnel To Towers
             5K Run/Walk
             Sunday, October 3 at 7:30am
             AGES: ALL AGES
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             LOCATION: Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL
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             Tunnel To Tower 5K Run/Walk series was created to honor
             the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York
             City firefighter who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after   Fire Department Annual Open House
             strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn           AGES: ALL AGES
             Battery Tunnel To the Twin Towers. Our event honors all          On Sunday, October 3rd from 11am to 2pm, come visit Fire
             who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and supports our      Station 1 at 321 Buesching Road for an informative and fun
             first responders and military who make extraordinarily           time. Admission is free and we guarantee a good time
             sacrifices in the line of duty.                                  for all. Please check the Lake Zurich Fire Rescue
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             n For more information or to register, please visit              Department Facebook page for further event details and
             Tunnel2towers.org                                                activities at facebook.com/lakezurichfire.

              Hope Farm
              All classes held at the farm located at 23153 W Miller Road, Lake Zurich.
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              To register, visit hopecofarm.com and click on “Event Registrations”.

              August 28th: “Preserving the Harvest”                           November 20th: “Worm Workshop with
              How can you enjoy the bounty from your garden to the            Mindful Waste”
              fullest? Join us to learn about and experience some of the      Learn the basics of vermiculture - composting with
              many ways you can preserve the harvest - from canning,          worms! This hands-on class will teach you everything
              freezing, and pickling to making salsa, sauces, and jams -
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                                                                              you need to know to get a worm bin started in your own
              not to mention seed saving for next year and beyond. This       home. You will have the chance to meet our red wigglers
              is a family friendly event.                                     and learn how to care for them. You will also gain an
              FEE: $20 adult $5 per child                                     understanding of the benefits of worm castings and how
                                                                              to apply them to your plants, garden or lawn. This is a
              September 25th: “Landscaping with Native                        family friendly event.
              Perennials”                                                     FEE: $20 adult $5 per child
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              Due to their low maintenance and importance for
              pollinators, native plants are increasing in popularity for     January 22nd: “Garden Dreams and Planning”
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              landscapes across the region. Learn about their history,        Though snow may be falling, the seed catalogs have
              importance in landscaping, and some of the best species         started coming in the mail. It’s time to dream and plan
              to use in your garden in a diverse group of plants!             that spring and summer garden. Learn how to make
              FEE: $20                                                        choices of plants and plan your garden.
                                                                              FEE: $20 adult
              October 16th: “Growing Microgreens at Home”
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              What is so special about microgreens? Come learn how            February 26th: “Seed Starting Basics”
              to grow those little plants that are packed with amazing        Learn the basic principles of starting your garden plants
              nutrition and are a hit with kids. This is a family friendly    indoors from seed to transplanting outdoors. A variety of
              event.                                                          methods and equipment will be discussed and displayed.
              FEE: $20 adult $5 per child                                     Seed starting is simply fun! This is a family friendly event.
                                                                              FEE: $20 adult $5 per child
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                                                                            Letters to
                                                                            Santa
                                                                            The Village of Lake Zurich will be

                                                                                                                          Parent &
                                                                            visited by Santa’s Elves to pick up

                                                                                                                           Child
                                                                            your letters for Santa! Let Santa
                                                                            know if you have been naughty or
                                                                            nice this year and what you would
                                                                            like for Christmas. No postage is
                                                                            necessary! Santa uses the United Elf
                                                                            Postal Service. Sorry we are unable

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                                                                            to return original letters. Parent

                                                                                                                            Early
                                                                            please print your child’s legible
                                                                            return address in order for Santa to
                                                                            respond to your child. Mailbox will
                                                                            be accepting letters from November
                                                                            26th through December 19th.

                                                                            LOCATION: Downtown Lake Zurich,

                                                                                                                          Dance
                                                                            Rotary Park, 7 E. Main Street (near
                                                                            the holiday tree)
                                                                            FEES: Free
                                                                            DATES RETURNED: December
                                                                            1-December 23

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                 TION & TR                  Miracle on Main Street
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                                            Join us from 3-6:30pm on Saturday, December 4th in downtown
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                                             Lake Zurich for our annual Miracle on Main Street holiday
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                                              event. This special evening includes a visit from Santa Claus
                                              and is sure to be a memorable event for your child.
                                              The event also features the lighting of our beautiful 35 foot
                                              tree that will be on display for the holiday season, an
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                                              opportunity to meet Santa, his reindeer as well as
                                             entertainment which includes Lake Zurich High School’s Bare
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                                            Voices, a DJ and the Academy of Performing Arts. There will be
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                                            Commerce and hot cider provided by the Lions Club.
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                                            Miracle on Main Street is sponsored by the Village of Lake
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                                            Zurich, Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce, Lake Zurich
                                            Lions Club, Lake Zurich Tire and Auto Inc., Moore Orthodontics,
            Saturday, December 4th          Grand Dental and Prairie Land. Make sure to get there early as
                                            the annual Lake Zurich Lions Club Candy Cane Hunt begins in
            from 3-6:30pm                   Lions Park (please see the Lake Zurich Lions Club website for
            downtown Lake Zurich            further Candy Cane Hunt details lzlions.com).
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                                                             R I C H L I O N ' STREE
                                                                                 CLUB
                                          LAKE ZURICH LION'S CLUB
                                                  LAKE ZURICH LION'S CLUB
                                                                             & WREATH
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                                                           HOLIDAY  HOLIDAY  TREE TREE
                                                                     FUNDRAISING
                                                                  &HOLIDAY                  TREE
                                                                      WREATH & WREATH
                                                           FUNDRAISING       &    WREATH    SALE
Parent &

                                                                     FUNDRAISING
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                                                                     FUNDRAISING
                                                                  Beginning SALE
                                                                             November 26, 2021 at
                                                                     8AM the LZ Lion's ClubSALE will be
                                                                                 will be cutSALE
                                                         Beginning November 26, 2021 at
                                                                       selling freshly      trees and
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                                                           8AM the LZ Lion's
                                                                  BeginningClub
                                                                             November      26, 2021 at
  Early

                                                                           wreaths
                                                               selling freshly           (while
                                                                                 cut trees  and supplies last)
                                                                    Beginning
                                                                         8AM     theNovember
                                                                                       LZ  Lion's
                                                               wreaths (while supplies last)        26, 2021
                                                                                                    Club       at
                                                                                                         will be
                                                                         8AM
                                                                 Pre-order        the LZ
                                                                             selling
                                                                               wreaths      Lion's
                                                                                       freshly
                                                                                          and       Club
                                                                                                  cut    willand
                                                                                                      trees   be
                                                      Pre-order wreaths and
                                                              custom sized   selling
                                                                           wreaths
                                                    custom sized trees between         freshly
                                                                                         (while cut
                                                                                trees between         trees last)
                                                                                                  supplies   and
                                                    NovemberNovember        1-19th by (while
                                                                                          calling supplies last)
    Dance

                                                                           wreaths
                                                               1-19th by calling
                                                          847-796-0501847-796-0501
                                                                 Pre-order     wreaths and
                                                             custom    sizedwreaths
                                                                 Pre-order     trees between
                                                                                          and
                                                              November
                                                              custom        1-19th
                                                                        sized   treesby  calling
                                                                                       between
                                                                      847-796-0501
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                                                              November      1-19th by calling
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                                                                        847-796-0501
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                             Purchase pick-up will begin November 26th
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                            *Free delivery available in the 60047 zip code
                                               Available Sizes
                                  Trees- 6'/7'/8'/9'/10 (Starting at $40)
                                  Purchase pick-up will begin November 26th
                               Wreaths - 18"/24"/30"/36"' (Starting at $22)
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                                *Free
                     Garland, Swag,     deliverybyavailable
                                    and clippings                in the
                                                    the bundle will       60047
                                                                        code
                                                                     also be        zip
                                                                             available

                                                          Available Sizes
                                    LIONS PARK 81 E MAIN ST, LAKE ZURICH
                               Purchase pick-up will begin November 26th
             DAILY HOURS OF OPERATION WILL VARY, PLEASE VISIT LZLIONS.COM OR FACEBOOK FOR DETAILS
                                   Trees- 6'/7'/8'/9'/10 (Starting at $40)
                              *Free delivery
                               Purchase       available
                                  Wreathspick-up
                                                          in the
                                                    will begin
                                          - 18"/24"/30"/36"'
                                                                  60047atzip
                                                                 November
                                                                (Starting
                                                                                code
                                                                               26th
                                                                              $22)
                              *Free delivery   available
                                                 AvailableinSizes
                                                              the  60047    zip code
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                        Garland, Swag, and clippings  by the   bundle  will also be available
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                                  Trees-
                                     LIONS6'/7'/8'/9'/10
                                                 81 E MAIN(Starting
                                            PARKAvailable  Sizes      at $40)
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                                Wreaths
                                  Trees-
              DAILY HOURS OF OPERATION    -6'/7'/8'/9'/10
                                       WILL 18"/24"/30"/36"'   (Starting
                                                           (Starting
                                            VARY, PLEASE VISIT         at at
                                                               LZLIONS.COM   $22)
                                                                          $40)
                                                                             OR   FACEBOOK FOR DETAILS
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                                                                                                                                          Early
                                                                   PARENT & CHILD

                                                                                                                                        Dance
Adult Tot Soccer                                                   Adult Tot Basketball
AGES: ADULT WITH CHILD 2-3 YEARS OLD                               AGES: ADULT WITH CHILDREN 2-3 YEARS OLD
Young children develop motor skills while having fun               Children are introduced to the game of basketball in a

                                                                                                                                        Activities
running and kicking. Parents and tots work together in             safe, fun and exciting environment. This class uses age

                                                                                                                                         Youth
this class, learning the basics of soccer. Dribbling, passing,     appropriate activities and games specifically designed
shooting and kicking will all be emphasized. A variety of          to increase balance, body awareness, motor skills, hand
activities will be played each week.                               eye coordination, listening skills and the ability to follow
LOCATION: Countryside East Soccer, 683 Old Mill Grove Rd.          directions. Basketball fundamentals covered include
(The first field upon entry to the parking lot, over the bridge)   shooting, passing and dribbling.
INSTRUCTOR: Hot Shots Sports                                       LOCATION: Paulus Park Chalet, 160 South Rand Road
                                                                   INSTRUCTOR: Hot Shots Sports
PROG#       DAY      DATES           TIME             FEE R/NR

                                                                                                                                        Sports
                                                                                                                                        Youth
365965-E    Sat      9/11-10/16      9-9:30am         $55/$66      PROG#       DAY      DATES           TIME              FEE R/NR
                                                                   365965-D    Wed      10/27-12/8*     4:45-5:15pm       $55/$66
Adult Tot T-Ball                                                   565965-D    Wed      1/12-2/16       4:45-5:15pm       $55/$66
AGES: ADULT WITH CHILDREN 2-3 YEARS OLD                            n *No class 11/24.
Young children develop motor skills while having fun
learning fielding, base running, and hitting off a tee.            Mommy/Tot Walk in the Park with a Doc
Parents and tots work together in this class, learning the

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                                                                   AGES: 16+YEARS OLD
basics of baseball. Teamwork and parent/child interaction          Join a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in pelvic

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will be emphasized alongside basic motor functions and             floor rehabilitation for Q&A while getting some fresh air.
skills. A variety of activities will be played each week.          Bring your questions about common pregnancy, postpartum
LOCATION: Braemar Park, 608 Chesterfield Lane                      issues, pelvic floor or any other Mommy questions.Find out
INSTRUCTOR: Hot Shots Sports                                       if it’s normal to have incontinence after having a baby and
                                                                   many other common myths will be debunked. We will start
PROG#       DAY      DATES           TIME             FEE R/NR     with a brief stretch, then head out for a nice walk in the
                                                                   park. Strollers are welcome. Participants will meet at the
365965-F    Mon      9/13-10/18      5:15-5:45pm      $55/$66
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                                                                   main entrance of Paulus Park near the water tower.
                                                                   LOCATION: Paulus Park 200 S. Rand Rd, Lake Zurich
                                                                   INSTRUCTOR: Northwest Wellness Group, Specialized
                                                                   Physical Therapy

                                                                   PROG#         DAY        DATES      TIME              FEE R/NR
                                                                   339985-H      Sat        9/11       10-10:45am        Free
                                                                   339985-J      Sat        9/18       10-10:45am        Free
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                                                                   339985-K      Sat        9/25       10-10:45am        Free
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                                             MUSIC MASTERS
                                             – Teaching children and their grown-ups to DO music!
                                             info@musicinthebox.com | www.MusicintheBox.com
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                 FALL I 2021: 9/16–10/21                    FALL II 2021: 11/4–12/16*                  WINTER I 2022: 1/13–2/17
                 THEME: Theme                               THEME: Jamberry/                           THEME: My Favorite Things
Childhood

                 Dinosaurs & Dragons                        Who Took The Cookies
  Early

                                                            n *No class 11/25.

                                                                                 Music Masters II
                                                                                 AGES: 18 MONTHS-2 1/2 YEARS WITH ADULT
                                                                                 In-person and virtual classes available. Creative music,
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                                                                                 movement, rhythmic books, and purposeful instrument
                                                                                 play stimulate language and motor development. Confident
                                                                                 walkers and up.
                                                                                 LOCATION: Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Rd.
                                                                                 INSTRUCTOR: Contracted by Music-in-the-Box

                                                                                 PROG#     DAY      DATES   WEEKS       TIME         FEE R/NR
Activities

                                                                                 365945-C Thurs 9/16-10-21    6         10-10:45am   $84/$100
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                                                                                 365945-D Thurs 11/4-12/16*   6         10-10:45am   $84/$100
                                                                                 565945-D Thurs 1/13-2-17     6         10-10:45am   $84/$100
                                                                                 n *No class 11/25.

                                                                                 Family Music Masters
             With the child in mind and the theory behind...                     AGES: ALL AGES
                                                                                 Engage your child socially and take the next step in music
             Music & Movement; Rhythm & Readiness;                               education as music theory and language are introduced
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             Purposeful Play - an irresistible music education                   through music games. Our unique combination of intelligent
                                                                                 music and movement activities make this class the perfect
             program for very young children engaging
                                                                                 preschool compliment. Especially appropriate for families
             the mind, body and senses. Adult caregivers,                        considering instrument lessons. Confident talkers and singers.
             instructors, and children together create an                        LOCATION: Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Rd.
             atmosphere of “doing” music. Themes change                          INSTRUCTOR: Music-in-the-Box
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             every six-week session. Discount for siblings                       PROG#     DAY      DATES   WEEKS       TIME         FEE R/NR
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             outside the age range of the class wishing to                       365945-G Thurs 9/16-10-21    6         11-11:30am   $72/$86
                                                                                 365945-H Thurs 11/4-12/16*   6         11-11:30am   $72/$86
             attend is $60/$72.                                                  565945-E Thurs 1/13-2-17     6         11-11:30am   $72/$86
             n Include each child’s name on the registration form.               n *No class 11/25.
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   2021-2022
  School Year                                          EARLY CHILDHOOD

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Yellow Brick Road Preschool                                  How to Register

                                                                                                                                 Youth
We believe the preschool years are the most                  • Deposit and registration must be done in person at our
                                                               Paulus Park Barn Location, 200 South Rand Road.
important time in a child’s academic and social
                                                             • $50 nonrefundable registration fee is due upon
development. For over 30 years, we have been                   registration.
dedicated to helping children discover their love of         • First tuition due on the first of the month beginning
                                                               September 1, 2021.
learning while developing the values and social skills

                                                                                                                                Sports
                                                                                                                                Youth
                                                             • Subsequent payments are due on the first of each month
required to excel throughout life. We share the desire         beginning on September 1-May 1.
to provide the best possible start for your child. Our       • Tuition is based on the total number of school days in
                                                               the school year divided into nine equal installments.
goal is to create a warm and nurturing environment
                                                             • Tuition payments are nonrefundable, non-transferable
that helps children progress to their fullest potential.       and may not be prorated.
Our program uses the Jolly Phonics Curriculum to             • Please note that we do not keep financial information on

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                                                               file. At this time, we do not offer ACH payments.
introduce phonics early.
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                                                             • Tuition paid in full prior to September 10, 2021 will
                                                               receive a 5% discount.
Preschool Tours
Parents of prospective students are welcome to make an
appointment for a tour of the preschool and observe our
                                                             Admission Documents
classes. To make an appointment for a tour, please contact   Registration forms are available for download at lakezurich.
                                                             org/Preschool.
                                                                                                                                Wellness
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Jenna Stanonik at jenna.stanonik@lakezurich.org.
                                                             • Registration Form (located on page 5)
                                                             • Copy of Birth Certificate (New Students Only)
                                                             • Physical Form - Immunization papers
                                                             • Emergency Information Form
                                                             • Background Information Form
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                 Terrific Two’s					                                                        2021-2022 School Year
                 PROG#    DAY  DATES           TIME         LOCATION         FULL TUITION                             9 INSTALLMENT
                 						                                                                                               PAYMENTS
                 412940-G Mon  9/13/21-5/23/22 9:15-10:45am Paulus Park Barn $441/$531                                $49/$59
Parent &

                 412940-H Tues 9/7/21-5/24/22  9:15-10:45am Paulus Park Barn $441/$531                                $49/$59
 Child

                 412940-I Wed  9/8/21-5/25/22  9:15-10:45am Paulus Park Barn $441/$531                                $49/$59
                 412940-J Fri  9/10/21-5/27/22 9:15-10:45am Paulus Park Barn $441/$531                                $49/$59

                 Just For Me Almost Three
                 PROG#    DAY        DATES          TIME         LOCATION      FULL TUITION                           9 INSTALLMENT
                 						                                                                                               PAYMENTS
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                 412940-F Tues/Thurs 9/7/21-5/26/22 9:15-11:15am Buffalo Creek $1062/$1269                            $118/$141
  Early

                 3-year-olds
                 PROG#    DAY        DATES          TIME      LOCATION         FULL TUITION                           9 INSTALLMENT
                 						                                                                                               PAYMENTS
                 412940-A Tues/Thurs 9/7/21-5/26/22 9-11:30am Buffalo Creek    $1107/$1323                            $123/$147
                 412940-B Tues/Thurs 9/7/21-5/26/22 9-11:30am Paulus Park Barn $1107/$1323                            $123/$147
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                 4-year-olds
                 PROG#    DAY   DATES          TIME      LOCATION         FULL TUITION                                9 INSTALLMENT
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                 412940-C M/W/F 9/8/21-5/27/22 9-11:30am Buffalo Creek    $1611/$1926                                 $179/$214
                 412940-D M/W/F 9/8/21-5/27/22 9-11:30am Paulus Park Barn $1611/$1926                                 $179/$214
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                 n Tuition paid in full prior to September 10, 2021 will receive a 5% discount.

               Yellow Brick Road Preschool Parent & Student Meet and Greet
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                                                                               Preschool - Terrific Two’s

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                                                                               Paulus Park Barn, 200 South Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL

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                               THE DA                                          Preschool - Just For Me Almost Three
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                                                                               Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich, IL
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                                                                               DAY: Wed           DATE: 9/1       TIME: TBD
                 We encourage all families who are currently
                 enrolled in our Yellow Brick Road Preschool                   Preschool - 3’s
                 Program for the 2021-2022 school year to attend               Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                 the Preschool meet and greet! You have a chance               Paulus Park Barn, 200 South Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL
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                 to sign up for an individual time slot to meet your
                                                                               DAY: Thurs         DATE: 9/2       TIME: TBD
                 enthusiastic and compassionate teachers during
                 this time and see your classroom. The teachers                Preschool - 4’s
                 will be able to answer any of your questions about
                                                                               Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                 the school year during this time as well. A link
                                                                               Paulus Park Barn, 200 South Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                 will be sent to you in the month of August for you
                 to sign up. We look forward to seeing you there!              DAY: Thurs         DATE: 9/2       TIME: TBD
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                                                                    3-year-old Preschool (by 9/1/21)
                                                                    The threes program gives your child a great educational
                                                                    start. The focus in this class is social, emotional, cognitive,
                                                                    and physical development. Activities include circle time,
                                                                    calendar, colors, shapes, pre-writing, gross, and fine motor
                                                                    skills. Must be potty trained.

                                                                                                                                        Parent &
                                                                    Preschool Teachers: TBD

                                                                                                                                         Child
                                                                    4-year-old Preschool (by 9/1/21)
                                                                    The fours program has been developed to meet the specific
                                                                    skills needed in preparing a child for Kindergarten. Our
                                                                    program is challenging and ever expanding. It includes
                                                                    readiness in reading (we use the Jolly Phonics Program),

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                                                                    literature, writing, math, science, art, music, listening/

                                                                                                                                          Early
                                                                    speaking, gross/fine motor skills, social, and emotional
                                                                    readiness. The fours also follow the “Handwriting Without
                                                                    Tears” curriculum for writing, math, and literacy.
                                                                    Preschool Teachers: TBD

Terrific Two’s                                                       Lunch Bunch

                                                                                                                                        Dance
AGES: 2 YEARS OLD (2 years old by 9/1/2021)
This class is a “stepping stone” designed to help your child
adjust and prepare for their Preschool years. Our staff will
gently care for the needs of your littlest learner so they
can easily transition into a Preschool setting with ease and
positive attitudes about learning, socializing with others
their age, and being independent. The students will be

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involved in both active and quiet play including arts &
crafts, games, stories, and songs with new activities being
introduced every week. Please bring a snack, as well as a
drink to class.
LOCATION: Paulus Park Barn, 200 South Rand Road,
            Lake Zurich, IL
TEACHERS: TBD
n $50 non refundable registration fee is required at the

                                                                                                                                        Sports
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time of registration. If you are signing up for multiple days,
you will only be charged the $50 fee once.
n Note: Pull-ups are permissible, staff does not change children.

Just For Me Almost Three
AGES: 3 YEARS OLD                                                     We are excited to continue to offer the Lunch Bunch

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(TURN 3 YEARS OLD BETWEEN 9/1/21-12/31/21)                            and Enrichment programs but update them with a
Our “Just For Me Almost Three” program is a two day a                 little twist to have the students Lunch and Learn with

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week class where your child can interact and learn with               Enrichment in Lunch Bunch! The students will be
other students their age. This class in an introductory               able to stay until 2pm and have their lunch at school
Preschool program that will help foster socialization and             with their friends! Each week in addition to Lunch, the
learning in a fun, safe caring environment. The emphasis              students will explore and discover new themes through
in this class is on social skills, learning to share, taking          different Math, Science, Art, Literacy and Outdoor
turns, independence and preparing them for their 3 year               Exploration! Join us each week to find out what new
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old Preschool class. Daily activities include art, dramatic           adventure we are going to have together!
play, large motor, stories, songs and so much FUN! The
                                                                      Lunch Bunch currently runs on Mondays, Tuesdays and
little learners will be introduced to colors, shapes, numbers,
                                                                      Wednesdays. The days for Lunch Bunch for the 2021-
counting, letters, spatial relations and learning how to
                                                                      2022 school year will be determined at the beginning
recognize and begin to write their name. Please bring a
                                                                      of the school year based off of enrollment numbers.
snack and drink to class with your child each day.
                                                                      There needs to be at least 6 participants registered to
LOCATION: Buffalo Creek, Building A, 675 Old Mill Grove Rd.           run the program. Each Lunch Bunch session is
TEACHERS: TBD                                                         6 weeks, unless otherwise noted.
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n Note: Pull-ups are permissible, staff does not change children.
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             Academy of Performing Arts                                        Location of Classes
                                                                               Buffalo Creek Dance Studios, 675 Old Mill Grove Road
             APA, Academy of Performing Arts, offers classes in                Buffalo Creek A – Studio A  |  Buffalo Creek B – Studio B
             tap, ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and            n There are no classes on 11/22/21-11/27/21, 12/23/21-
    Dance

                                                                               1/1/2022, 3/28/2022-4/2/2022.
             specialty classes such as musical theater. We also                n The Academy of Performing Arts reserves the right
             offer classical ballet training through our own School            to change instructors and location of classes (studio A
                                                                               and/or B) if needed without notice.
             of Ballet, Leveled Ballet Program (LBP).
             We strive to provide the best environment for                     Age Requirements
                                                                               Students must be the required age by September 1, 2021
             students to develop a love of dance, and accomplish
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                                                                               and completely toilet trained.
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             his or her individual goals. Our professional staff
             offers classes that are educational; teaching the
                                                                               Class Attire
                                                                               A listing of appropriate dance attire for each class can be
             proper terminology and technique, while being                     found in our parent manual received in class and/or online
             motivating and fun.                                               at lakezurich.org. Dance attire can be purchased online
                                                                               through discountdance.com, click find a studio, enter
             The Academy of Performing Arts Lake Zurich offers                 ID# 106971. For further questions on attire, please contact
             students an exceptional and progressive dance                     Mollee Johnson, Academy of Performing Arts Coordinator,
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                                                                               at: Mollee.Johnson@lakezurich.org.
             curriculum. We have class offerings appropriate for
             students eighteen months old through elementary                   Class Fees
                                                                               Includes Costume fee for May Recital and a Recital T-shirt.
             school, high school and beyond.
                                                                               The fees listed are for the September to May dance session.
             We motivate dancers regardless of experience level:               The costume fee is included in the class fee. No additional
                                                                               costume fee will be required in January. Should you
             from recreational dancers to more serious students
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                                                                               choose to join classes in January, we do offer a separate
             and even pre-professional young dancers.                          registration opportunity to do so.
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                                                                               Class Fee Discount ONE DANCER DISCOUNT
                                                                               ALLOWED PER FAMILY. We now offer a 10% discount
                                       “Nothing great in the world has         when registering for multiple classes. Discount is applied
                                       ever been accomplished without          to the lesser value classes upon registration.
                                        passion.” Mollee Johnson brings her
                                        passion for dance as well as over 30   Dance Open House
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                                        years of experience to her teaching.   Thursday, August 12th
                                         Mollee has been a dance instructor    Join us August 12th, 5-7pm at Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill
                                         and Director of Dance Company         Grove Rd. Come and meet your child’s instructor, get sized
                                         for over 18 years. Mollee continues   for and purchase dance shoes and attire. You can also swap
                                         her goal to bring quality dance       your child’s gently used shoes. You can swap for the same
                                                                               number of shoes you bring. Please drop off any shoes with
                 instruction to our community. Mollee lives in Lake Zurich
                                                                               your child’s name and phone number written on a slip of
                 with her husband and two children.
                                                                               paper and attach to each pair of shoes that you wish to
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                                                                               swap to The Barn at 200 S. Rand Road or Buffalo Creek at
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                                                                               675 Old Mill Grove Road by August 8th.
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