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Village of Lake Zurich - park and recreation department Winter/Spring 2020
Park and Recreation Department                                                                               Recreation Information

                                                                                                                                                                                 Park and Recreation Department
Administration and Recreation Offices                                                                        Recreation Staff
Paulus Park Barn                                                                                             Bonnie Caputo
200 S. Rand Road                                                                                             Director of Recreation
Phone: 847-438-5146                                                                                          847-540-5068
Fax: 847-540-5081                                                                                            Bonnie.Caputo@lakezurich.org
TDD: 847-438-2349                                                                                            Jenna Stanonik
Office Hours                                                                                                 Recreation Supervisor
Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm                                                                                     847-719-2462
                                                                                                             Jenna.Stanonik@lakezurich.org
Closed: September 2, October 14, November 27-29,
December 23-27, December 31 and January 1                                                                    Elke Kadzielawski
Modified hours of operation: January 2-3, 10am-1pm                                                           Acting Recreation Supervisor
                                                                                                             847-540-5075
Additional Program Facilities                                                                                Elke.Kadzielawski@lakezurich.org
Buffalo Creek
675 Old Mill Grove Road                                                                                      Kaylee Kauffman
847-438-7693                                                                                                 Guest Services Associate
                                                                                                             847-438-5146
Chalet                                                                                                       Kaylee.Kauffman@lakezurich.org
160 S. Rand Road
                                                                                                             Kari Hunt
847-540-5099
                                                                                                             Guest Services Associate
St. Peter’s Church (Classroom)                                                                               847-438-5146
47 Church Street                                                                                             Kari.Hunt@lakezurich.org
847-652-7442                                                                                                 Mike Brown
                                                                                                             Director of Public Works
                                                                                                             847-540-5066
                                                                                                             Mike.Brown@lakezurich.org
  Park and Recreation Vision Statement                                                                       Village Board
                                                                                                             Tom Poynton, President
  To enrich the quality of life for our community
                                                                                                             Jim Beaudoin, Trustee
  through our commitment to maximizing the value of
                                                                                                             Mary Beth Euker, Trustee
  our parks and services, environmental stewardship,                                                         Janice Gannon, Trustee
  diversity of uses and recreational opportunities                                                           Marc Spacone, Trustee
  across the complete age spectrum.                                                                          Jonathan Sprawka, Trustee
                                                                                                             Greg Weider, Trustee (P&R Liaison)
  Table of Contents                                                                                          Kathleen Johnson, Village Clerk
  Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4              Village Administrative Staff
  Registration Form  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5          Raymond Keller, Village Manager
  Community Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8               Park Advisory Board
  Special Events Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9               Kevin Koch, Chair               Jeff Carey
  Special Events  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14         Tim Andrews, Vice-Chair         Jon Hert
                                                                                                             Janet Barron                    Andrea Poffenberger
  Parent & Child  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16          Allen Borg
  Early Childhood Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19                     n Park Advisory Board Meetings are open to Lake Zurich
  Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-26      residents and are held at Village Hall the second Tuesday of
  Summer Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-31                  every other month (February, April, June, August, October
  Youth Activities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-34          and December) at 6:30pm.
  Youth Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-36         Benchmarks • Lake Zurich’s community e-newsletter full of
  Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36   resources you can use. Visit LakeZurich.org to sign up or
                                                                                                             call Kyle Kordell at Village Hall at 847-540-1693.
  Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37
  Tae Kwon Do  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38
  Traditional Karate-Do Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39                            Resident registration begins Today!
  Health & Wellness Programs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
                                                                                                                       Nonresident Registration begins
  Adult Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42
                                                                                                                               December 6, 2019
  Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43-44
  Shelter & Facility Rentals and Reservations Information . . . . . .  45
                                                                                                                           Winter (7 weeks) Jan 6 – Feb 23
  Park Amenities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46                      Spring I (7 weeks) Feb 24 – Apr 12
  Park Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47                     Spring II (7 weeks) Apr 13 – May 31

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Registration Information
                              Registration Dates                                             Register Online
                                                                                             Who can register online?
                              • Resident Registration begins Today.                          Residents and non-residents may register online. However,
                              • Nonresident registration begins December 6, 2019             to receive resident rates, you must provide proof of residency.
                              • Winter (7 weeks) Jan 6 – Feb 23                              Which programs are eligible for online registration?
                              • Spring I (7 weeks)  Feb 24 – Apr 12                          All programs that have a code number assigned.
                              • Spring II (7 weeks)  Apr 13 – May 31                         How do I activate my online account?
                                                                                             Existing households within our system will be issued a
                           Forgot how to log-in?                                             temporary User Name and Password. Upon your first time
                                                                                             to log-in, you will be prompted to change your password
                           Did you forget how to log into our park and recreation            and answer two security questions. New households need
                           registration system? It’s easy to log in and register             to complete the online enrollment form. Confirmation of
                           for classes or make payments! Here’s how! Go to                   your enrollment will be emailed to you within one business
                           lakezurich.org. Hover over ‘services’ and when ‘register
                                                                                             day. Upon approval from parks and recreation (as we will
                           for on line programs’ pops up under services, click on
                                                                                             need to confirm your residency), you may begin registering
                           that link. Then click on ‘log in’ and put in your user name
                                                                                             for programs. The first time you log on, you will be prompted
                           and password. If you forgot this information please call
                           our office at 847-438-5146x0 and we are happy reset the           to change your password if you would like to do so.
                           information so you can log in. You are now on the main            What else can I do online?
                           registration page and can look up classes, register and           You can browse all programs offered and view up-to-date
                           make payments. Easy as 1, 2, 3!                                   enrollment numbers. If you are registered for a program
                                                                                             that offers a multiple payment schedule, you may pay your
                           Registration Procedures                                           outstanding balance online under your “Household Account”.
                                                                                             You also have the ability to review all the programs for
                           • Registration form needs a signature for credit card
                                                                                             which you have registered, reprint receipts/invoices, print out
                             charges and waiver.
                                                                                             activity calendars and childcare statements.
                           • The first fee listed is the resident cost and the second fee
                             listed is the non-resident cost. (FEE R/NR)                     Can I be placed on the wait list online and
                           • Faxed in or dropped off registrations will be confirmed         do I have to pay for it?
                             with an emailed receipt. Submission of registration does        You can be placed on the wait list online and you will not
                             not guarantee enrollment in a class.                            be charged for the program at that time. We will contact
                           • If you do not receive a call, you are enrolled in your          you if we can enroll you and at that time you will be
                             1st choice selected.                                            required to pay for the program.
                           • Make checks payable to the Village of Lake Zurich.
                           • Visa and MasterCard credit card charges available for           Can I process a refund or class transfer online?
                             Mail In/Online/Fax/Drop Off and In Person registrations.        Refunds and transfers cannot be processed online but you
                             Discover card payments are only available for online            may contact us at 847-438-5146 or stop by our office at The
                             registrations.                                                  Paulus Park Barn to fill out a refund/transfer request form.
                           • $25.00 charge for checks returned due to nonsufficient
                             funds (NSF).
                           Who is a Resident of Lake Zurich?
                                                                                                         4 Easy Ways to Register
                           A resident is defined as one whose “principal residence”                             Online
                           is within the corporate limits of the Village of Lake Zurich.                        lakezurich.org/parkandrec
                           Proof of Lake Zurich Residency                                                       Visa, MasterCard and Discover credit
                           In order to ensure that all program participants are charged                         card payments available online.
                           equitably, we have instituted a proof of residency process.
                           All Lake Zurich existing households and new households                               Mail In
                           will receive resident rates by providing proof of residency.                         Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Dept.
                           Proof of residency is only necessary for first time registrants                      200 S. Rand Road
                           to the program or if residency status has changed. Resident                          Lake Zurich, IL 60047
                           households need to provide two of the following:
                           • Drivers License or State Photo ID and,                                             Fax
                           • Real Estate Tax Bill or current utility bill, or                                   Fax to 847-540-5081
                           • Proof of recent real estate closing or rental agreement                            Please call to confirm your faxed
                           Proof of residency may be submitted either in person at                              registration has been received ASAP
                           the Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Road, Monday-Friday                                after faxing.
                           8am-4:30pm or placed in a sealed envelope and put in the
                           drop box after hours located next to the Paulus Park Barn                            Drop Off Box/In Person
                           front door.                                                                          The Paulus Park Barn
                                                                                                                200 S. Rand Road
                           Proof of residency may also be faxed to 847-540-5081 or                              Visa/MasterCard Only
                           emailed. All copies are destroyed after confirmation.                                (Located by the front door of the
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Village of Lake Zurich - park and recreation department Winter/Spring 2020
Village of Lake Zurich Park and 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: 847-540-5081

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 2020      Gender   R/NR Fee
                                          Name                      Name                   mo/day/yr       Grade

      Day Camp Shirt Size:  Youth S      l    Youth M  l     Youth L  l     Adult S  l     Adult M  l     Adult L  l
Payment Information                                                         This section must be filled out if you are using Visa or MasterCard.
Total Fee Payment Method: Check One:                                        Account
                                                                            Number: __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __
  Visa    MasterCard     Cash       Check (#:______________)
Checks should be made payable to the Village of Lake Zurich.                Cardholder Name___________________________________________
Village of Lake Zurich - WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS                   Expiration Date______________ Amount of Charge $________________
Please read this form carefully and be aware that in registering
yourself and/or your minor child for participation in the             Authorized Signature_________________________________________
program(s), you will be waiving and releasing all claims for
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 Release Photos and videos are periodically taken of people participating in Village of Lake Zurich Park and
Recreation Department programs and activities. All persons registering for Park Department programs/activities or using
Park Department property thereby agree that any photograph or videotape taken by the Park Department may be used by
the Park Department for promotional purposes including in its electronic media, videotapes, brochures, flyers and other
publications without additional prior notice or permission and without compensation to the participant.
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Community Partners                      Ancient Oaks Foundation
                                         Since 2007 the Ancient Oaks Foundation
                                         has been preserving the natural beauty
                                         of the Lake Zurich area by restoring the
                                         oak woodlands and wetlands at the Oak
                                       Ridge Marsh Nature Park and Kuechmann
                                    Park. Volunteers are needed to help preserve
                     these valuable natural areas for future generations. We
                     work year round cutting buckthorn and other invasives,
                     pulling weeds, picking and spreading native seed. For
                     more details about our work, how to volunteer, and contact
                     information, go to www.ancientoaksfoundation.org.

                       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.      Algonquin Longhouse
                                                                                     Parent Child Program
                                                                                     The Algonquin Longhouse Inc.
                                                                                     NFP, Chicagoland’s premier Parent
                                                                                     and Child Program, boasts one of
                                                                                     the finest parent/child programs
                                                                                     in the country. We invite you to strengthen your one-on-
                                                                                     one relationship with your children through the magic
                                                                                     and discovery of Native American heritage and culture.
                                                                                     Monthly meetings and special events including campouts
                     The Village of Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Department       and museum overnights run through the school year and
                     supports Leave No Child Inside, a Chicago Wilderness            focus on activities designed to bring parents and children
                     Initiative to get more kids to spend more time outside. The     together in fun and enriching ways.
                     Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights is a list of ten activities
                     that every child should have the right to do, and we want to    The Algonquin Longhouse Inc. is a non-profit organization
                     make it possible for every kid to experience these              comprised of more than 2,000 parents and children from
                     activities. Almost every Park Department program fulfills       the northwest suburbs. There are programs to fit all ages.
                     one or more of the Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights; come
                     join us outside! For more information on the Children’s         Annual Membership Fee
                     Outdoor Bill of Rights, visit kidsoutside.info.                 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.

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Community Partners
                                                               SRACLC-Mitsubishi
                                                               Electric Sensory Room
                                                               Imagine a place full of creativity, exploration, and even a
Special Recreation Association of                              little bit of magic. Experience an immersive space filled
                                                               with high and low tech sensory equipment where vibrant
Central Lake County (SRACLC)                                   lights, sounds, aromas, and textures will stimulate all of the
The Village of Lake Zurich is a cooperative member agency      senses. Dive into this room of discovery where individuals
of the Special Recreation Association of Central Lake          of any age and ability will be able to explore and engage
County. SRACLC provides community based therapeutic            in a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment that
recreation programs and services to people of all ages with    is customized to their specific needs. Sense, believe, and
disabilities or special needs.                                 achieve all of the possibilities!
                                                               GROUP: All individuals, ages 3 & older
SRACLC is a cooperative effort of the Grayslake, Vernon
                                                               LOCATION: Washington Elementary School, Mundelein
Hills, and Mundelein Park Districts and the Villages of
Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich, Libertyville, and Lincolnshire.
                                                               Why Choose Illumi*Nation?
Individuals residing within the boundaries of the Member
                                                               •   Cognitive Improvement
Agencies are considered “residents” of SRACLC and may
                                                               •   Social/Developmental Improvement
utilize the services.
                                                               •   Physical Improvement
SRACLC offers more than 500 weekly programs, special           •   Emotional Awareness
events, and camps during the year. SRACLC also recognizes      •   Calming/Mood Enhancing
that some people with disabilities prefer to participate in
recreation programs within their own Park District or          Sensory Therapy
Recreation Department. SRACLC can help you with this           Individuals of any age and ability can explore and engage
opportunity by providing an extra staff, if deemed             in a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment. One
necessary, behavior management support, disability             to one sessions will be designed and implemented by a
awareness training, and other adaptive services necessary      Recreation Therapist to work on personalized goals. Note:
for safe and successful participation.                         An initial assessment will be sent out before the first session.
Contact the SRACLC office 847-816-4866 if you would like to    TIME: 3:45-6:30 p.m. (half hour time slots)
receive a brochure or would like more information.             DAYS: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

                                                               Sensory Seekers
                                                               Look, touch, listen, and learn. Join us for a half hour of
 Attention all ABAs, OTs and any other                         free time. Whether or not you bring a book to work on
                                                               reading, practice sharing with siblings, or use the time
 Licensed professionals!                                       to decompress, the possibilities are endless and centered
 Our Multi-Sensory Room Illumi*Nation will be available
                                                               on you. Therapy through technology has never looked
 for contract on Thursdays and Fridays from 3:00-8:00
                                                               so exciting.
 p.m. Please contact John Buckner at jbuckner@sraclc.org
 or 847-816-4866 for more information.                         TIME: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (half hour time slots)
                                                               DAYS: Saturdays
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Community Partners

                                                                       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
                                              Five Star Program
                                                                                       Ela Soccer Club is a 501(c)3 not for profit youth soccer organization serving the area for over 20 years.

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                                    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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2019 Event Sponsors               The mission of the Village of Lake Zurich’s signature events

                                                                                                                                                    Special Events
Breakfast with the Bunny          is to provide a diverse program of events that will enhance the
& Egg Hunt                        already high quality of life in Lake Zurich as well as provide
Gold Sponsor: Chick-fil-A
Bronze Sponsor: Grand Dental
                                  exposure and traffic for our local community businesses and
D & J DJz–Dave Potash             organizations.
Tween Holiday Events              The Village of Lake Zurich is proud to offer a wide variety of
Silver Sponsor: Culvers           special events throughout the year that help to create a sense
Lou Malnati’s                     of community and foster civic pride in Lake Zurich residents.
Moore Orthodontics                We are able to hold our events because of the generosity and
Lake Zurich Craft Beer Festival   support of the businesses listed below.
Presenting Sponsor: Consume       There are a variety of opportunities for residents and local
Gold Sponsor:
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.
                                  businesses to sponsor our programs and events. Feel free to
Martin Enterprises Heating        contact the Village of Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Office
  and Air Conditioning            with any questions or to discuss customized packages targeting
Bronze Sponsor:                   your marketing and advertising goals.
Perfect Brew Supply
                                  n Please reach out to Recreation Director, Bonnie Caputo,
Cruise Nights                     at 847-540-5068 or Bonnie.Caputo@lakezurich.org.
Gold Sponsor:
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.

Lake Zurich Farmers Market
Gold Sponsor:
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.
Silver Sponsor: Stephanie
  Seplowin–Coldwell Banker
Bronze Sponsor:
Northwest Community Healthcare

Movies in the Park
Bronze Sponsor:
First American Bank
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.
Martin Enterprises Heating
  and Air Conditioning                                                                                                     847-561-1008

Northwest Community Healthcare                                                                                  Stephanie.seplowin@cbexchange.com

July 4th Celebration
Silver Sponsor: Alpine Runners                                                                   ®

Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.
Northwest Community Healthcare

Rock the Block                    THE FIDELITY GROUP, LTD

Presenting Sponsor: Costco
Northwest Community Healthcare
Life Time                                                                                  D&J DJz
                                                                              WEDDINGS • PARTIES • VOLUNTEERING
Pat Muir Insurance                                                             “We’ll Put a Great Spin on Your Event”
Smalley Steel Ring Company                                                                 dandjdjz.com
The Fidelity Group
Gold Sponsor:
College of Lake County                                             Volunteers Appreciated!
Silver Sponsor:                                 Volunteering with the Park and Recreation Department is a
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.                      wonderful opportunity to fulfill volunteer or community service
Martin Enterprises Heating                         requirements or just to give back to your community. A wide
  and Air Conditioning                              variety of volunteer opportunities are available to include daily
Miracle on Main Street                              options, weekly options, or even one time opportunities. If you
Silver Sponsor: Burn Bootcamp                      are interested in volunteering, please visit http://lakezurich.
Moore Orthodontics                               org/571/Event-Volunteer-Opportunities to view or sign up for the
                                                opportunities or contact the Park & Recreation office at 847-438-5146.
Northwest Community Healthcare
Bronze Sponsor: Grand Dental
Lake Zurich Tire & Auto Inc.
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Miracle on
Special Events

                              Main Street…
                            Saturday, December 7 from 3-7pm
                                    Join us from 3-7pm on Saturday, December 7 in downtown Lake Zurich for
                                    our Miracle on Main Street event. This special evening includes a visit from
                                    Santa Claus and is sure to be a memorable event for your child.
                                    Returning again this year will be a beautiful 35 foot tree to be displayed
                                    for the holiday season, an opportunity to meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and their
                                    reindeer. Event entertainment includes Lake Zurich High School’s Bare
                                    Voices, a DJ and the Academy of Performing Arts. There will be children’s
                                    crafts, sleigh rides, adult beverages, and food vendors. Hot cocoa will be
                                    provided by the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce and hot cider will
                                    be provided by the Lions Club.
                                    LOCATION: Downtown Lake Zurich, Rotary Park, 7 E. Main Street
                                    DAY           DATE               TIME    FEE R/NR
                                    Sat           12/7               3-7pm   Free

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Annual Candy Cane Hunt at

                                                                                                                          Special Events
the Lion’s Den
                                                                 ea r Sa n ta …
The Lake Zurich Lions Club will be hosting their 16th
Annual Candy Cane Hunt in Lions Park on Saturday,
                                                               D
December 7th. The event will begin at 3pm sharp,
regardless of the weather.                                   Letters to Santa
There will be four different age groups hunting for          The Village of Lake Zurich will be visited
candy canes- children 3 and under will begin the             by Santa’s Elves to pick up your letters
event, followed by the 4-6 year olds, and then 7-10          for Santa! Let Santa know if you have been
                                                             naughty or nice this year and what you would
year olds. Prizes will be awarded to those in each
                                                             like for Christmas. No postage is necessary!
age group who find winning candy canes. The final
                                                             Santa uses the United Elf Postal Service.
round will be an adult round of the Candy Cane Hunt
                                                             Sorry we are unable to return original letters.
for great prizes at 4:30pm. Santa will be roaming            Parent please print your child’s legible return
the Candy Cane Hunt beginning at 3pm. After the              address in order for Santa to respond to your
hunt, from 3:30-4pm, the Lions will be offering FREE         child. Mailbox will be accepting letters from
family photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus inside the           December 1st through December 16th.
Lions Den. No appointment necessary. Please note
that photos and visits with Santa will resume inside         LOCATION: Downtown Lake Zurich,
the Lion’s Den after his arrival at the Miracle on Main      Rotary Park,
                                                             7 E. Main Street (near the holiday tree)
Street event from approximately 5:30-7pm.
Light refreshments will be served and the Leo Club           FEES: Free
(youth 12-18) will be doing free face painting in            DATES RETURNED: December 1–December 20
the den from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM. If you have
questions on the Candy Cane Hunt, please contact
the Lake Zurich Lions Club at 847-796-0501.
LOCATION: Lake Zurich Lion’s Den, 81 E. Main St.

DAY          DATE        TIME             FEE R/NR
Sat          12/7        3pm              Free

      Young At Heart™ will be the featured                They are in need, especially during the holiday
      charity at Miracle on Main this year. Young at      season for the following donations in addition
      Heart is a rescue and safe haven for senior dogs    to cash donations: Gift cards to Home Depot,
      & cats in Northern Illinois founded in 2005.        Menards, Walmart, Office Depot, Petco,
      Young at Heart is currently foster home-based       Petsmart, Chewy.com, and Amazon.com.
      with a satellite adoption center inside the Lake    Forever stamps, copy paper, paper towels,
      Zurich Petco, however our brand new adoption        kitchen size garbage bags, Clorox Greenworks
      center & sanctuary just for senior pets is coming   or Lysol wipes, new bags of dog and cat food,
      soon to Woodstock, IL in 2019. Young at Heart’s     new dog and cat toys, Greenie’s Pill Pockets.
      mission is to provide senior dogs and cats with     With your support, Young at Heart™ gives older
      a safe haven to ensure they live with comfort,      dogs and cats another chance to enjoy the
      compassion, and companionship in their golden       twilight of their lives through rescue, foster,
      years. They find loving homes for adoptable         adoption and sanctuary. Young at Heart™
                                     senior pets and      believes that Love Has No Age Limit™ and that
                                     offer a peaceful     senior pets deserve to enjoy their golden years
                                     sanctuary            wrapped in the love, safety, and comfort of a
                                     life for those       loving family.
                                     that are less
                                     adoptable.

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                                  The 7th Annual Purple Plunge – March 7th at 9am
                 AGES: ALL AGES                                                  raised through the Plunge. Come join us for a fun filled
                 The Purple Plunge is a Lake Zurich based organization           day with our annual Plunge into Lake Zurich, and a post
                 that assists families battling cancer. We are a completely      plunge party at Scoreboard Bar and Grill. Register at
                 non-profit organization with 100% of proceeds going back        www.purpleplunge.org
                 to our Plunge families. We have helped over 90 families         LOCATION: Breezewald Park and Scoreboard Bar and Grill
                 throughout Lake and surrounding counties with donations         84 N. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich IL, 60047

                                                 Holiday Tree
                                                   & Wreath
                                                Fundraising Sale

                                                   LAKE ZURICH LIONS CLUB
                                Beginning December 7th at 12p, the LZ Lions Club
                                 will be selling freshly cut trees starting at $40
                                         (Available Sizes - 6'/7'/8'/9'/10')
                                                         and
                                               wreaths starting at $22
                                       (Available Sizes - 18"/24"/30"/36")
                                 Online pre-order (Wreaths ONLY) can be placed now
                               through December 6, 2019. Pick-up of purchases any time
                                                December 7-22,2019.
                                          *Delivery available within the 60047 zipcode for an additional $5 donation.

                                                      ON SALE DECEMBER 7-22, 2019
                                                        (OR WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)
                                                LIONS PARK    81 E MAIN ST, LAKE ZURICH
                                              DAILY HOURS OF OPERATION WILL VARY, PLEASE
                                              VISIT LZLIONS.COM OR FACEBOOK FOR DETAILS

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Special Events
                   Ancient Oaks Foundation                      Arbor Day
                                                                AGES: ALL AGES
                                                                Breakfast, Tree Planting
                                                                Ceremony, and Park Clean-up
                                                                Don’t miss the opportunity
                                                                to recognize Arbor Day 2020.
n Register through the Park and Recreation Department
at lakezurich.org/parkandrec                                    Individuals, families, community groups, or scout
n Sponsored by the Ancient Oaks Foundation:                     groups can sign up to help cleanup any of our 32
ancientoaksfoundation.org                                       parks. Arbor Day 2020 will start at Paulus Park with
                                                                a volunteer appreciation breakfast followed by a tree
                                                                planting ceremony by our Village Arborist and
Fortmaking with Friends                                         members of the Lake Zurich Tree Commission.
                                                                Volunteers will depart for their assigned parks to
AGES: 8-15 YEARS OLD                                            clean up (and once finished, will leave). We provide
Take a break from Fortnite! Meet us at Kuechmann                the bags, please bring work gloves, and dress
Arboretum to build a REAL fort! Collaborate with your           appropriately.
friends, as a tea, to see how many natural materials you        n To volunteer for park clean-up go to http://www.
can use to build a sturdy, creatively designed form of          lakezurich.org/571/Event-Volunteer-Opportunities
shelter. Dress for the weather. Kids only! A seasonal           Contact Bonnie Caputo at 847-438-5146 for questions.
snack will be served.                                           LOCATION: Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Road
LOCATION: Kuechmann Arboretum, 626 N. Old Rand Road
                                                                DAY         DATE           TIME
PROG#       DAY     DATE          TIME            FEE R/NR      Sat         4/25           9am
337975-HH   Sun     12/29         1-3pm           $5

Dabblers and Divers                                          Migratory Magic
AGES: 12+                                                    AGES: 12+
Area ponds and lakes including Lake Zurich’s own, host a     Spring migration of millions of birds will be in full swing.
wide array of waterfowl during the spring migration. Join    Join AOF as we search for them as they rest up for the
AOF as we explore the wet world of over twenty species of    next leg of their migratory journey. Learn how to identify
these spectacular visitors. Bring binoculars and dress for   different species using sight and sound. You’ll gain a new
the weather. Bird guides will be provided.                   appreciation for our feathered friends and the natural
                                                             world that they inhabit. Bring binoculars and dress for the
LOCATION: Meet at Breezewald Park, 125 N. Old Rand Road,
                                                             weather.
Lake Zurich
                                                             LOCATION: Meet at the Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park,
PROG#       DAY     DATE          TIME            FEE R/NR   500 Lions Drive, Lake Zurich
537975-AA   Sat     4/4           8-9:30am        $5
                                                             PROG#       DAY       DATES          TIME             FEE R/NR
                                                             637975-AA   Sat       5/2            8-9:30am         $5

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                                                  B R E A K FA S T
                   Breakfast with the Bunny
                   AGES: ALL AGES (W/ADULT)
                   It’s going to be an Eggs-travaganza this year with our
                   returning Breakfast with the Bunny event. Before the
                   annual egg hunt, hop on over to the Bunny Hutch (Retired
                   Firefighters Association Hall) for a scrumptious meal (buffet
                   while supplies last) and a visit by the bunny himself! There
                   will also be photo opportunities with the bunny so be sure
                   to bring a camera.
                   LOCATION: Lake Zurich Retired Firefighters Association
                   Hall, 77 S. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich

                   PROG#       DAY    DATE               TIME              FEE
                   638975-A    Sat    4/4                8-11am            $7/adult
                   638975-B    Sat    4/4                8-11am            $5/child*
                   n *Children under 2 are free

                   Egg Hunt – begins promptly at 12pm
                   AGES: 2-10 YEARS OLD (W/ADULT)
                   Calling all kids ages 2 to 10! Get ready, get set, and GO for
                   our annual Egg Hunt. Check out www.lakezurich.org/445/
                   Events for event details. The Bunny plans to hide surprises
                   in designated areas. Each group will go into their area to
                   hunt for their eggs. The hunt begins promptly at 12pm (rain
                   or shine).
                   NEW LOCATION: Breezewald Park, 125 N. Old Rand Road,
                   Lake Zurich

                   DAY           DATE            TIME                FEE R/NR
                   Sat           4/4             12pm prompt         FREE

                   Nitelite Egg Hunt
                   AGES: 9-12 YEARS OLD
                   Hunt for eggs outside at Paulus Park in this game of Hide-
                   n-Glow seek! Find golden eggs and WIN BIG! Stay after to
                   enjoy the party atmosphere with a DJ, pizza and beverages.
                   Remember to dress appropriate for the weather and to
                   bring your own flashlight and bag. Register early as space
                   is limited.
                   n Please note that this event is a drop off event, tweens only
                   (ages will be strictly enforced)!
                   LOCATION: Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Road

                   PROG#        DAY      DATE            TIME              FEE R/NR
                   658975-C     Fri      4/10            7:30-9:30pm       $11/$13

                    E G G H UN T
                 14 | Winter Spring 2020 Brochure | Special Events
PARENT

                                                                                                                                                                       Parent & Child
          & CHILD

           Parent-Tot Soccer                                                                  Parent Tot T-Ball
           AGES: ADULT WITH CHILD 2-4 YEARS OLD                                               AGES: ADULT WITH CHILDREN 2-4 YEARS OLD
           Young children develop motor skills while having fun                               Young children develop motor skills while having fun
           running and kicking. Parents and tots work together in                             learning fielding, base running, and hitting off a tee.
           this class, learning the basics of soccer. Dribbling, passing,                     Parents and tots work together in this class, learning the
           shooting and kicking will all be emphasized. A variety of                          basics of baseball. Teamwork and parent/child interaction
           activities will be played each week.                                               will be emphasized alongside basic motor functions and
           LOCATION: Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road                                            skills. A variety of activities will be played each week.
           n 1st class to meet in front of Paulus Park Barn.                                  LOCATION: Paulus Park Shelter B, 200 S. Rand Rd
           INSTRUCTOR: Hot Shots Sports                                                       n 1st class to meet in front of Paulus Park Barn.
                                                                                              INSTRUCTOR: Hot Shots Sports
           PROG#          DAY     DATES               TIME                FEE R/NR
           665965-A       Mon     4/13-5/18           4:30-5pm            $55/$65             PROG#           DAY       DATES          TIME              FEE R/NR
                                                                                              665965-D        Sat       4/18-5/23      9-9:30am          $55/$65

                                                                                        
                                                             

           Mom
                                                      
 ­    & Tot Dance
                     
                       
                                                       ­     
           Grab your little one and come join us for some movement and fun!
           Moms and Tots will work together in an energetic and upbeat atmosphere.

                                                                    
           
           This class does not participate   in the May recital.
                                                                              
       AGE          
           PROG#                               DAY       TIME           
                                                                              DATE                  
                                                                                                      WKS              FEE: R/NR        INSTRUCTOR         STUDIO
                                          
           511935-A        18 mos - 2          Tues      9:30-10am            1/7-2/18                   7             $49/$59          Jen Rowley           A
           511935-B        18 mos - 2          Tues      9:30-10am            2/25-4/7                   7             $49/$59          Jen Rowley           A

                                                                                                
           n *No class 3/24.         
                                                                    
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Parent & Child
                                                  MUSIC MASTERS
                                                  – Teaching children and their grown-ups to DO music!
                                                  info@musicinthebox.com | www.MusicintheBox.com

                   WINTER SESSION: January 9–February 13
                   THEME: Brown Bear, A Teddy Bear Picnic

                   SPRING I SESSION: February 27–April 9
                   THEME: You’re Adorable, I Love You

                   SPRING II SESSION: April 16–May 21
                   THEME: Cat Came Back

                 With the child in mind and the theory behind...                 Music Masters 2
                 Music & Movement; Rhythm & Readiness;                           AGES: 18 MONTHS-2 1/2 YEARS WITH ADULT
                 Purposeful Play - an irresistible music education               Music is the perfect way to engage energy, independence,
                                                                                 and social awareness. Creative music, movement, rhythmic
                 program for very young children engaging                        books, and purposeful instrument play stimulate language
                                                                                 and motor development. Confident walkers and up.
                 the mind, body and senses. Adult caregivers,
                                                                                 LOCATION: Buffalo Creek Building Studio B (back building)
                 instructors, and children together create an                    INSTRUCTOR: Contracted by Music-in-the-Box
                 atmosphere of “doing” music. Themes change
                                                                                 PROG#       DAY     DATES          TIME             FEE R/NR
                 every six-week session. Discount for siblings                   565945-C    Thurs   1/9-2/13       10:05-10:50am    $84/$101
                 outside the age range of the class wishing to                   565945-D    Thurs   2/27-4/9*      10:05-10:50am    $84/$101
                                                                                 665945-B    Thurs   4/16-5/21      10:05-10:50am    $84/$101
                 attend is $60/$72.                                              n *No class 3/26.
                 n Include   each child’s name on the registration form.
                                                                                 Music Masters 3
                                                                                 AGES: AGES: 2 1/2 YEARS-PRE-K WITH ADULT
                                                                                 Engage your child socially and take the next step in music
                 Music Masters 1                                                 education as music theory and language are introduced
                 AGES: 8-20 MONTHS WITH ADULT                                    through music games. Our unique combination of intelligent
                 Music is essential to your baby’s development. Rhythmic books   music and movement activities make this class the perfect
                 and multi-sensory music activities are used to help families    preschool compliment. Especially appropriate for families
                 enhance language development and motor skills and stimulate     considering instrument lessons. Confident talkers and singers.
                 an early love of music. Crawlers and beginning walkers.         LOCATION: Buffalo Creek Building Studio B (back building)
                 LOCATION: Buffalo Creek Building Studio B (back building)       INSTRUCTOR: Music-in-the-Box
                 INSTRUCTOR: Music-in-the-Box
                                                                                 PROG#       DAY     DATES          TIME             FEE R/NR
                 PROG#       DAY      DATES           TIME           FEE R/NR    565945-E    Thurs   1/9-2/13       9:15-10am        $84/$101
                 565945-A    Thurs    1/9-2/13        11-11:30am     $72/$86     565945-F    Thurs   2/27-4/9*      9:15-10am        $84/$101
                 565945-B    Thurs    2/27-4/9*       11-11:30am     $72/$86     665945-C    Thurs   4/16-5/21      9:15-10am        $84/$101
                 665945-A    Thurs    4/16-5/21       11-11:30am     $72/$86     n *No class 3/26.
                 n *No class 3/26.

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Early Childhood Programs
      Current family Registration: January 13th
      Resident Registration: January 20th
      Non-Resident Registration: January 27th

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS
                                                     Preschool Tours
                                                     Parents of prospective students are welcome to make
                                                     an appointment for a tour of the preschool and observe
                                                     our classes. To make an appointment for a tour, please
                                                     contact Jenna Stanonik at 847-719-2462.

                                                     How to Register
                                                     • Deposit and registration must be done in person at
                                                       the Paulus Park Barn located at 200 S. Rand Rd.

2020-2021 School Year
                                                     • $25 nonrefundable registration fee is due upon
                                                       registration.
                                                     • First tuition due on the first of the month beginning
                                                       September 1, 2020.
Yellow Brick Road Preschool                          • Subsequent payments are due on the first of each
We believe the preschool years are the most            month beginning on September 1-May 1.
                                                     • Tuition is based on the total number of school days in
important time in a child’s academic and social        the school year divided into nine equal installments.
development. For over 30 years, we have been         • Tuition payments are nonrefundable, non-transferable
                                                       and may not be prorated.
dedicated to helping children discover their love    • Please note that we do not keep financial information
of learning while developing the values and social     on file. At this time, we do not offer ACH payments.
                                                     • Tuition paid in full prior to September 11, 2020 will
skills required to excel throughout life. We share
                                                       receive a 5% discount.
the desire to provide the best possible start for
your child. Our goal is to create a warm and
                                                     Admission Documents
                                                     Registration forms are available for download at
nurturing environment that helps children            lakezurich.org/Preschool.
progress to their fullest potential. Our program     • Registration Form (located on page 5)
                                                     • Copy of Birth Certificate (New Students Only)
uses the Jolly Phonics Curriculum to introduce
                                                     • Physical Form - Immunization papers
phonics early.                                       • Emergency Information Form
                                                     • Background Information Form

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                               Terrific Two’s					                                                        2020-2021 School Year
                               PROG#     DAY   DATES           TIME         LOCATION           FULL TUITION                          9 INSTALLMENT
                               						                                                                                                PAYMENTS
                               412940-GG Mon   9/14/20-5/24/21 9:15-10:45am St. Peter’s Church $441/$531                             $49/$59
                               412940-HH Tues  9/8/20-5/25/21  9:15-10:45am St. Peter’s Church $441/$531                             $49/$59
                               412940-II Wed   9/9/20-5/26/21  9:15-10:45am St. Peter’s Church $441/$531                             $49/$59
                               412940-JJ Thurs 9/10/20-5/27/21 9:15-10:45am St. Peter’s Church $441/$531                             $49/$59

                               Just For Me Almost Three
                               PROG#     DAY        DATES          TIME         LOCATION      FULL TUITION                           9 INSTALLMENT
                               						                                                                                                PAYMENTS
                               412940-FF Tues/Thurs 9/8/20-5/27/21 9:15-11:15am Buffalo Creek $1062/$1269                            $118/$141

                               3-year-olds
                               PROG#     DAY        DATES          TIME      LOCATION         FULL TUITION                           9 INSTALLMENT
                               						                                                                                                PAYMENTS
                               412940-AA Tues/Thurs 9/8/20-5/27/21 9-11:30am Paulus Park Barn $1107/$1323                            $123/$147
                               412940-BB Tues/Thurs 9/8/20-5/27/21 9-11:30am Buffalo Creek    $1107/$1323                            $123/$147

                               4-year-olds
                               PROG#     DAY   DATES          TIME      LOCATION         FULL TUITION                                9 INSTALLMENT
                               						                                                                                                PAYMENTS
                               412940-CC M/W/F 9/9/20-5/28/21 9-11:30am Paulus Park Barn $1611/$1926                                 $179/$214
                               412940-DD M/W/F 9/9/20-5/28/21 9-11:30am Buffalo Creek    $1611/$1926                                 $179/$214

                                n Tuition paid in full prior to September 11, 2020 will receive a 5% discount.

                             Yellow Brick Road Preschool Parent & Student Open House                                                       SAVE P
                                                                                                                                           THE DATE

                               We encourage all potential students and their                 Preschool - Terrific Two’s
                               parents/guardians to attend our Open Houses.                  St. Peter’s Church, 47 Church Street, Lake Zurich, IL
                               We offer a Preschool Open House at all of our
                               Preschool sites conveniently located in our                   DAY: Thurs          DATE: 4/30      TIME: 6-7pm
                               Lake Zurich neighborhoods.
                                                                                             Preschool - Just For Me Almost Three
                               You have the chance to meet our enthusiastic
                                                                                             Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                               and compassionate Preschool teachers during
                               the Open House. Our experienced teachers                      DAY: Thurs          DATE: 4/30      TIME: 5-6pm
                               implement curriculum that incorporates Illinois
                               Early Learning Standards as well as Jolly Phonics.            Preschool - 3’s
                               We look forward to meeting you!                               Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                                                                                             Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                                                                                             DAY: Thurs          DATE: 4/30      TIME: 5:30-6:30pm

                                                                                             Preschool - 4’s
                                                                                             Buffalo Creek, 675 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich, IL
                                                                                             Paulus Park Barn, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL

                                                                                             DAY: Thurs          DATE: 4/30      TIME: 6:30-7:30pm

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3-year-old Preschool (by 9/1/20)

                                                                                                                                        Early Childhood Programs
                                                                    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.
                                                                    Barn Preschool Teachers: Susan Gibson, Peggy Jackson
                                                                    and Laurie Wenzel
                                                                    Buffalo Creek Preschool Teachers: Joan Harper, Tina Jones and
                                                                    Dawn Schultz

                                                                    4-year-old Preschool (by 9/1/20)
                                                                    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),
                                                                    literature, writing, math, science, art, music, listening/
                                                                    speaking, gross/fine motor skills, social, and emotional
Terrific Two’s                                                      readiness. The fours also follow the “Handwriting Without
                                                                    Tears” curriculum for writing, math, and literacy.
AGES: 2 YEARS OLD (2 years old by 9/1/2020)
This class is a “stepping stone” designed to help your child        Barn Preschool Teachers: Laura Carolin, Susan Gibson,
adjust and prepare for their Preschool years. Our staff will        Peggy Jackson and Laurie Wenzel
gently care for the needs of your littlest learner so they          Buffalo Creek Preschool Teachers: Cindy Barnett, Joan Harper,
can easily transition into a Preschool setting with ease and        Tina Jones and Dawn Schultz
positive attitudes about learning, socializing with others
their age, and being independent. The students will be
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
                                                                     Lunch Bunch
drink to class.
LOCATION: St. Peter’s Church, 47 Church Street, Lake Zurich
TEACHERS: Amy Mescha & TBD
n A $25 nonrefundable registration fee is required at the
time of registration. If you are signing up for multiple days,
you will only be charged the $25 fee once.
n Note: Pull-ups are permissible, staff does not change children.

Just For Me Almost Three
AGES: 3 YEARS OLD
(TURN 3 YEARS OLD BETWEEN 9/1/20-12/31/20)
Our “Just For Me Almost Three” program is a two day a
week class where your child can interact and learn with               We are excited to continue to offer the Lunch Bunch
other students their age. This class in an introductory               and Enrichment programs but update them with a
Preschool program that will help foster socialization and             little twist to have the students Lunch and Learn with
learning in a fun, safe caring environment. The emphasis              Enrichment in Lunch Bunch! The students will be
in this class is on social skills, learning to share, taking          able to stay until 2pm and have their lunch at school
turns, independence and preparing them for their 3 year               with their friends! Each week in addition to Lunch, the
old Preschool class. Daily activities include art, dramatic           students will explore and discover new themes through
play, large motor, stories, songs and so much FUN! The                different Math, Science, Art, Literacy and Outdoor
little learners will be introduced to colors, shapes, numbers,
                                                                      Exploration!  Join us each week to find out what new
counting, letters, spatial relations and learning how to
                                                                      adventure we are going to have together!
recognize and begin to write their name. Please bring a
snack and drink to class with your child each day.                    Lunch Bunch currently runs on Mondays, Tuesdays and
LOCATION: Buffalo Creek, Building A, 675 Old Mill Grove Rd.           Wednesdays. The days for Lunch Bunch for the 2020-
                                                                      2021 school year will be determined at the beginning
TEACHERS: Cathy Hutton & Amy Mescha
                                                                      of the school year based off of enrollment numbers.
n Note: Pull-ups are permissible, staff does not change children.
                                                                      There needs to be at least 6 participants registered
                                                                      to run the program. Each Lunch Bunch session is 6
                                                                      weeks, unless otherwise noted.

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Dance

                                                                                                          DANCE
        Academy of Performing Arts                                  Age Requirements
                                                                    Students must be the required age by June 1, 2019 and
        APA, Academy of Preforming Arts, offers classes in          completely toilet trained.
        tap, ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and
        specialty classes such as musical theater. We also          Class Attire
        offer classical ballet training through our own School      A listing of appropriate dance attire for each class can be
        of Ballet, Leveled Ballet Program (LBP).                    found in our parent manual received upon registration or
                                                                    online at lakezurich.org. Dance attire can be purchased
        We strive to provide the best environment for               online through discountdance.com, click find a studio, enter
        students to develop a love of dance, and accomplish         ID# 106971. For further questions on attire, please contact
        his or her individual goals. Our professional staff         Mollee Johnson, Academy of Performing Arts Coordinator,
        offers classes that are educational; teaching the           at: Mollee.Johnson@lakezurich.org.
        proper terminology and technique, while being
        motivating and fun.                                         Class Fees
                                                                    Includes Costume fee for May Recital and a Recital T-shirt.
        The Academy of Performing Arts Lake Zurich offers           The fees listed are for the January to May dance session.
        students an exceptional and progressive dance               The costume fee is included in the class fee. No additional
        curriculum. We have class offerings appropriate for         costume fee will be required in January.
        students eighteen months old through elementary
                                                                    Class Fee Discount ONE DANCER DISCOUNT
        school, high school and beyond.
                                                                    ALLOWED PER FAMILY. We now offer a 10% discount
        We motivate dancers regardless of experience level:         when registering for multiple classes. Discount is applied
        from recreational dancers to more serious students          to the lesser value classes upon registration.
        and even pre-professional young dancers.
                                                                                              “Nothing great in the world has
        Location of Classes                                                                   ever been accomplished without
        Buffalo Creek Dance Studios, 675 Old Mill Grove Road                                   passion.” Mollee Johnson brings her
        Buffalo Creek A - Studio A  |  Buffalo Creek B – Studio B                              passion for dance as well as over 30
        n No classes Spring Break week March 23-29, 2020.                                      years of experience to her teaching.
        n The Academy of Performing Arts reserves the right to                                  Mollee has been a dance instructor
        change instructors and location of classes (studio A and
                                                                                                and Director of Dance Company
        or B) if needed without notice.
                                                                                                for over 17 years. Mollee continues
                                                                                                her goal to bring quality dance
                                                                        instruction to our community. Mollee lives in Lake Zurich
                                                                        with her husband and two children.
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                                                                                           €‘ ’ “‘‰”†  †“†‘†‘  •‘ †‘•–—ŠŠ‡† •†  “‘‰”† ‚ŠŠ‹ƒ–˜‹ƒ‡‹™˜‡„š‹‚– “‘‰”† ‡ †€
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Dance   Dance Instructors

        Mollee Johnson       Gillian Bourke    Kristine Boyce-          Alana Fuchs       Sam Mazzalonga          Lilly Port             Jen Rowley
                                                    Blitek

           Our Annual Recital held on Saturday, May 9, 2020*                     Costume Pick-up will be on Sunday, April 5, 2020*
           will consist of three different recital times. Your child             from 11am-2pm at Buffalo Creek Dance Studio B.
           will perform in one of the three recitals. Occasionally
           due to siblings, families may be required to participate              Picture Days Will be at the end of April 2020. TBD
           in more than one. Staff will work with you to make
           accommodations.                                                       Dance Class Registration            We suggest registering
                                                                                 your child for the level that you believe is appropriate.
           Dress Rehearsals will be Thursday, May 7, 2020*.                      All students will be evaluated the first two weeks of
           Times to be determined.                                               classes and a level change may be recommended.
                                                                                 If you have questions regarding what class to
           n Impulse Dance Company students and LBP students are                 register your child for contact Mollee Johnson at
           expected to perform in more than one performance.                     Mollee.Johnson@LakeZurich.org
           n *All dates are tentative.

        Intro to Dance
        Mom & Tot Dance
        Grab your little one and come join us for some movement and fun! Moms and Tots will work together in an energetic
        and upbeat atmosphere. This class does not participate in the May recital.

        PROG#            AGE            DAY        TIME               DATE              WKS         FEE: R/NR          INSTRUCTOR           STUDIO
        511935-A         18 mos - 2     Tues       9:30-10am          1/7-2/18           7          $49/$59            Jen Rowley             A
        511935-B         18 mos - 2     Tues       9:30-10am          2/25-4/7           7          $49/$59            Jen Rowley             A

        TuTu Tots
        Children will be introduced to class format and the steps and terms associated with ballet. We do ask you to arrive a few
        minutes early to get them adjusted to the studio before class begins. The door closes at the start of class.

        PROG#            AGE            DAY        TIME               DATE              WKS         FEE: R/NR          INSTRUCTOR           STUDIO
        411935-A         2-2.5          Tues       10:05-10:35am      1/7-4/21           15         $160/$190          Jen Rowley             A

        Move & Groove
        Students will explore movement in dance. We do ask you arrive a few minutes early to get them adjusted to the studio before
        class starts. The door closes promptly at the start of class. No Tap included.

        PROG#            AGE          DAY      TIME                DATE           WKS         FEE: R/NR         INSTRUCTOR                 STUDIO
        411935-C         2.5-3        Wed      9:05-9:35am         1/8-4/22        15         $160/$190         Kristine Boyce-Zanello        A
        411935-E         2.5-3        Sat      8:30-9am            1/11-4/25       15         $160/$190         Sam Mazzalonga                A

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