These activities are not sponsored or endorsed by Naperville

These activities are not sponsored or endorsed by Naperville Community School District #203 or Indian Prairie School District #204.
Golf the Brooks
Experience the best in quality, convenience
and value in the Western Suburbs.
Springbrook Golf Course
2220 W. 83rd St., Naperville, IL 60564 • 630-848-5060
www.golfnaperville.org •
Opened in 1974, Springbrook is viewed as one of the best golf courses in the Chicagoland
area. A challenging 18-hole, 72-par championship layout with beautiful, mature trees and
foliage provides an excellent golf experience for players of all levels. Golfers have the choice
of playing from one of four sets of tees, depending upon age and skill.
Springbrook’s amenities:
• Natural turf driving range
• Short game practice area
• Two practice putting greens
• Private and group lessons for adult
players at all levels
•G
olf camps, clinics and leagues for kids 5 and up
at all levels
• Clubhouse with food service and outdoor patio
• Golf Shop with brand-name golf apparel and
equipment
Springbrook is the former host site of Illinois PGA Western Open and Nationwide LaSalle Bank Open qualifier.
“Reader’s Choice Award” for Favorite Golf Course awarded to Springbrook and Naperbrook Golf Courses
by Naperville Glancer Magazine readers.
“Best Golf Course Award” given to Springbrook Golf Course by Naperville Magazine readers.
Springbrook and Naperbrook are former host sites of the U.S. Amateur Sectional Qualifier.
Naperbrook Golf Course
22204 W. 111th St./Hassert Blvd., Plainfield, IL 60585 • 630-378-4215
www.golfnaperville.org •
This 18-hole, links-style course, which opened in 1991, features rolling hills, native prairie
grass and an ever-present breeze that tests golfers at all levels. The greens are large and
well-protected, while menacing water hazards appear on 11 of the holes.
Naperbrook’s amenities:
• Natural turf driving range
• Separate teaching tee
• Two practice putting greens
• Private and group lessons for adult
players at all levels
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•G
olf camps, clinics and leagues for kids 5 and up
at all levels
• Clubhouse with food service and outdoor patio
• Golf Shop with brand-name golf apparel and
equipment
Autumn Activities & Events
Super Couponing Workshop 2
REGISTRATION IN PROGRESS
Summer Place
Summer 2015 Series
Camelot
July 31-August 2 and August 7-9
v
Friday and Saturday performances start at 7:30 p.m.
and Sunday performances at 3:00 p.m.
To purchase tickets or for further information,
please call The Summer Place at 630-355-7969.
v
Can’t get enough Super Couponing? Join Jill Cataldo,
founder of Super-Couponing® workshops and author of the
nationally-syndicated newspaper column and video series
“Super Couponing Tips,” that is enjoyed by over 20 million
people each week; expand on what is taught in the first Super
Couponing Workshop with advanced coupon techniques to cut
your grocery bill even more. Learn how to follow sales cycles to
save on non-grocery expenses including clothing, toys, housewares, holiday purchases and more. This workshop involves
audience participation activities and interaction. Fox News says,
“Jill Cataldo is amazing. She takes coupon clipping to a whole
new level!” Inside Edition agrees, “Cataldo is the world’s premier
coupon expert.” Price includes snacks and beverages. (lmo)
Location:ARRCC - Community Hall
Date:Sep. 26
Fee:$10(R)/$15(N)
CODEAGE
134910
10 and up
DAY
Sat
TIME
11:00 am-12:15 pm
Eco-Explorers: Family Campout
REGISTRATION IN PROGRESS
Pack up your entire family and head out for a fun night of camping at Knoch Knolls Park! On Saturday, enjoy nature games, a buffet-style supper, a twilight hike and s’mores around the campfire.
Sunday includes a light breakfast and hike. Campout takes place
rain or shine. Bring your own tents and sleeping bags. Please leave
pets at home. An e-mail with complete details will be sent approximately two weeks prior to the event. Each child and adult attending must register. Refund requests must be made one week in
advance. In the event of severe weather including thunderstorms,
campout will be cancelled. (ah)
Location:Knoch Knolls Nature Center - Knoch Knolls Picnic
Grove
Date:Sep. 12-Sep. 13
Fee:$19(R)/$29(N) per person
CODEAGE
139628
3 and up
DAY
Sat-Sun
TIME
4:00 pm-10:00 am
Water Festival
Explore the pond, creek and river at Knoch Knolls Park
on Sunday, September 13 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
This event is free; no registration is required.
Be prepared to get wet!
Father/Son Campout
Enjoy the outdoors and a fun night of camping in celebration
of fathers and sons. Play fun games, roast marshmallows over
a campfire and go on a night hike. On Sunday morning a light
breakfast will be served. Bring your own tents and sleeping bags.
An e-mail with details will be sent approximately one week prior
to the event. This is a per person event; each child and each adult
attending must register. Refund requests must be made one week
in advance. In the event of severe weather, campout will be cancelled. (ah)
Location:Knoch Knolls Nature Center - Knoch Knolls Picnic
Grove
Date:Sep. 26-Sep. 27
Fee:$22(R)/$33(N)
CODEAGE
138188
3 and up
DAY
Sat
TIME
4:00 pm-10:00 am
3
Autumn Activities & Events
5th Grade TNT
TNT (Totally Naperville Tweens) is a program that offers various
activities for 5th Grade students. TNT is a fun, safe, supervised
program filled with music, dancing, open gym time and snacks for
sale. Pre-register for each date you would like to attend and pay $8
per event at the time of registration. Those who don’t pre-register
will be charged $15 per event at the door. Registraion closes at
5:00 p.m. the day of the event and only participants who walk up
will be accepted after that time. Participants need to wear or bring
gym shoes in order to use the gym. Please do not bring food,
drinks, MP3 players, cameras or other valuables to the program.
(fg)
Location:Madison Jr. High - Multipurpose Room
Fee:$8(R)/$8(N)/$11(N)
CODEGRADE DAY
Oct. 16
137933
Nov. 6
137934
Nov. 20
137935
Dec. 11
137936
Jan. 8
137937
Jan. 22
137938
Feb. 5
137939
Mar. 4
137941
Mar. 11
137940
TNT
TNT (Totally Naperville Tweens) is a program that offers
various activities for junior high students. TNT is a fun, safe,
supervised program filled with music, dancing, open gym time
and snacks for sale. Pre-register for each date you would like to
attend and pay $8 per event at the time of registration. Those
who don’t pre-register will be charged $15 per event at the
door. Registraion closes at 5:00 p.m. the day of the event and
only participants who walk up will be accepted after that time.
Participants need to wear or bring gym shoes in order to use
the gym. Please do not bring food, drinks, MP3 players, cameras or other valuables to the program. (fg)
Location:Madison Jr. High - Multipurpose Room
Fee:$8(R)/$8(N)/$11(N)
TIME
CODEGRADE DAY
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Oct. 23
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Nov. 13
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
5
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
6
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
6
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Pumpkin Decorating and
S’Mores
137942
137943
Dec. 4
137944
Jan. 15
137945
Feb. 19
137946
TIME
6-8
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
6-8
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
6-8
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
6-8
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
6-8
Fri
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
The whole family is invited to enjoy some Halloween fun! Each
registered child receives a pumpkin and everything needed to create a Halloween masterpiece. Games, prizes, hayrides and s’mores
are included. Bring a bag or box to take home your pumpkin masterpiece. Dress appropriately for this messy outdoor event.This is a
parent/child event. Register children only. (sc)
Head to the Millennium Carillon
for a Halloween-themed concert!
Location:Seager Park - Pavilion
Date:Oct. 24
Fee:$13(R)/$20(N) per child
Concert-goers will hear spooky
and atmospheric pieces, featuring
both classical and popular music,
to set the mood.
CODEAGE
138368
138367
2 and up
2 and up
DAY
Sat
Sat
TIME
9:00 am-10:00 am
10:30 am-11:30 am
Sat., Oct. 24
7:00-8:00 p.m.
The concert is free and for all ages!
The Millennium Carillon is located on
the Riverwalk near Rotary Hill.
www.napervilleparks.org
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Autumn Activities & Events
Auditions: Ghost Stories In The Park…
In The Dark!
Summer Place Theatre will hold auditions for the Ghosts Stories event that’s held in
October. Performances are held outdoors at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion. Auditions
will be held Saturday, August 22 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk
Community Center Room 206, 305 W. Jackson Avenue. Eight to ten adult and
young adult actors are needed to present stories and scenes to a varied audience.
Performances will be presented on October 2, 3, 4 and October 9, 10, 11.
Those interested in auditioning should bring a prepared Halloween story or monologue that they would perform for Ghost Stories. Please be prepared to work on them
with the director during the audition. Storytelling experience is not required.
For more information, please email [email protected].
Magical Starlight Theatre Announces Auditions
for its Winter 2016 Production of...
Mary Poppins
“Wind’s in the east. Mist comin’ in. Like something is brewin’. About to begin.”
Bert, from Mary Poppins
The Banks family, a family fraught with frustrations, is touched by the cool and confident
Mary Poppins. Together they traverse adversity and adventures to rediscover the magic of
their love for one another. Rich with images of this magical and mysterious nanny, Mary
Poppins, our story joins the 1910 Edwardian Era of societal priorities with the fanciful adventures only she can create. London and its parks come alive, day and night, from bankers to
birds, our story touches a note of familiarity for all ages.
Official Storage Company for
Magical Starlight Theatre
Magical Starlight Theatre will hold auditions for Mary Poppins on Saturday, October 24 and
Sunday, October 25 at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 West Jackson
Avenue, at the northwest corner of Eagle Street and Jackson Avenue in Naperville (enter from
upper level). Auditions for actors under age 16 will be held from 1:00-2:30 p.m. and auditions
for actors 16 and older will be held from 2:30-4:00 p.m. both days. Actors must be in fourth
grade or higher. Callbacks, if necessary will be held on Monday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Youth and adult actors are asked to prepare an up-tempo song highlighting their vocal range.
All auditioning should bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. There also will be
a tap dance audition; please come prepared. There will be a general movement audition and
cold reading from the script. British accents requested for speaking roles.
All performances are mandatory. If auditioning for Mary, Bert, Jane, or Michael,
there are mandatory rehearsals January 8 and 9, 2016.
Eight performances will be presented: January 15-17 and January 22-24, 2016. Performances
are at Naperville Central High School Auditorium, 440 West Aurora Avenue. Rehearsals will
generally be scheduled for Sunday afternoons, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Please bring
all conflicts for rehearsals and performances to auditions. For additional information, e-mail
[email protected].
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Autumn Activities & Events
HAYRIDES
Hayrides: Group
Group rental includes use of the park, 20-minute hayrides and a
campfire. You may bring your own food to cook over the bonfire.
We provide hot chocolate and apple cider. No alcohol allowed.
Picnic tables are provided. Bring your own chairs, blankets, flashlights and insect repellent. Youth groups must provide adult supervision on a 1:10 ratio. You must be at least 21 to rent the hayride
rack. For groups with over 30 people, there is an additional charge
of $5 per participant over the 30 attendees. This additional fee will
be collected by the hayride coordinator. For rainout information,
please visit napervilleparks.org. Children under 3 may ride for free
and do not need to be registered. Cancellations must be made 21
days in advance. (fg)
Fee:$199(R)/$229(N)
CODEAGE
Oct. 3
137977
137978
Oct. 4
137980
137981
Oct. 9
137982
137983
Oct. 10
137984
137985
Oct. 11
137986
137987
Oct. 16
137988
137989
Oct. 17
137990
137991
137992
Oct. 18
137993
Oct. 23
137994
Oct. 24
137995
137996
137997
6
137952
137953
Oct. 3
137954
137955
137956
Oct. 4
137957
Oct. 9
137958
137959
Oct. 10
137960
137961
137962
DAY
TIME
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
3:00 pm-5:00 pm
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Sun
Sun
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
137967
137968
137969
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
137970
137971
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
3:00 pm-5:00 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
137972
137973
3 and up
3 and up
Sun
Sun
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
137974
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
Sat
3:00 pm-5:00 pm
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
Sun
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
3 and up
Fri
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
Sat
3:00 pm-5:00 pm
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
Seager Park - Pavilion
Oct. 2
137975
137976
Knoch Knolls Nature Center - Picnic Grove
Oct. 2
Oct. 11
137963
137964
Oct. 16
138374
137965
Oct. 17
Oct. 18
Oct. 23
Oct. 24
Oct. 25
137966
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
Sat
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
3 and up
Sun
1:30 pm-3:30 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
Sat
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Sun
Sun
1:30 pm-3:30 pm
4:00 pm-6:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
3 and up
Sat
Sat
Sat
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Sun
Sun
1:30 pm-3:30 pm
4:00 pm-6:00 pm
3 and up
3 and up
Fri
Fri
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-10:00 pm
3 and up
Sat
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
3 and up
Sun
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Autumn Activities & Events
HAYRIDES
Hayrides: Family
Halloween Hayride
Round up the family and take a hayride in the crisp autumn air
through a beautiful Naperville park. You may bring your own
food to cook over the bonfire or bring the fixings for s’mores. We
provide hot chocolate and apple cider. No alcohol allowed. Picnic
tables are provided. Bring your own chairs, blankets, flashlights
and insect repellent. For rainout information, please visit napervilleparks.org. Children under three may ride for free and do not
need to be registered. Each child and adult attending must register.
This is a per person event. (fg)
Calling all witches, wizards, ghosts and goblins! Dress up in your
favorite Halloween costume (parents included) and join us for a
Halloween Hayride. Each registered child ages 3-12 years receives a
Halloween goodie bag. You may bring your own food to cook over
the bonfire or bring the fixings for s’mores. We provide hot chocolate and apple cider. No alcohol allowed. Please bring your own
stick or skewer for roasting. Some picnic tables are provided; you
may bring your own chairs and blankets. Please bring flashlights
and insect repellent. For rainout information, please visit napervilleparks.org. Children under three may ride for free and do not need
to be registered. Each child and adult attending must register. This
is a per person event. (fg)
Fee:$8(R)/$12(N)
CODEAGE
DAY
TIME
137950
3 and up
Sat
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
137949
3 and up
Sun
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Seager Park - Pavilion
Oct. 10
Oct. 18
Knoch Knolls - Upper Picnic Grove
Oct. 4
CODEAGE
138369
137947
3 and up
Sun
4:00 pm-6:00 pm
137948
3 and up
Sat
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Oct. 24
Location:Knoch Knolls - Upper Picnic Grove
Date:Oct. 25
Fee:$9(R)/$13(N)
3 and up
DAY
Sun
TIME
4:30 pm-6:30 pm
7
Autumn Activities & Events
Naperville Park District’s
Sun., Oct. 25
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Naperville Riverwalk's Grand Pavilion located west of Centennial Beach
Come and enjoy lots of fun activities, games and goodies at
Naperville's best FREE Halloween fest for kids 10 and under!
Take a trip through four specially-themed lands complete with treats and treasures and lots of photo opportunities:
Halloween Way: The monsters are coming
out to show you some good ol’ fashioned
Halloween fun. These creepy activities will
have you howling with delight!
King Arthur's Court: Prepare for a
regally-splendid time in King Arthur’s Court,
and use your cunning and courage to save
the King’s loyal subjects.
Fairytale Lane: Your favorite fairytales jump
right off the pages of a book! Fantasy and
fun are the name of the game.
Adventure Alley: Get ready for a
real Halloween adventure! Take a trip on the
high seas, travel through outer space, and
use your tricks to outsmart the trolls!
Proud sponsors:
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Autumn Activities & Events
Ghost Stories in the Park...in the
Dark!
Join in the fun as the Summer Place Theatre presents its annual Ghost Stories in the Park . . . in the Dark! Enjoy an evening
of scary stories that will send shivers up your spine. This is an
outdoor event; please dress warmly and bring blankets and
cushions. Not recommended for children under 5. Tickets are
available online and also may be purchased at the Park District
Administration Building, 320 W. Jackson Avenue. Tickets are
available at the door on a cash-only, limited seating basis. Sorry,
no refunds. (bm)
Location: Riverwalk Grand Pavilion
Fee: $7(R)/$7(N)
CODEAGE
Oct 2
139322
Oct 3
139323
139324
Oct 4
139325
Oct 9
139326
Oct 10
139327
139328
Oct 11
139329
DAY
TIME
5 and up
Fri
7:00-8:00 pm
5 and up
12 and up
Sat
Sat
6:00-7:00 pm
8:00-9:00 pm
12 and up
Sun
7:00-8:00 pm
5 and up
Fri
7:00-8:00 pm
5 and up
12 and up
Sat
Sat
6:00-7:00 pm
8:00-9:00 pm
12 and up
Sun
7:00-8:00 pm
Autumn 2015
Registration Dates
Autumn Programs
Thu., Aug. 6Submission of registration forms begins.
Mon., Aug. 10Resident online, phone-in, walk-in and form input
begins at 8:30 a.m.
Thu., Aug. 13Nonresident online, phone-in, walk-in and form input
for all programs at 8:30 a.m.
Come work and play at the
Naperville Park District
Visit the Naperville Park District’s website at
www.napervilleparks.org/employment
to view current employment opportunities.
Family Bingo & Pizza
Calling all parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles - join us
for Family Bingo! Event includes 12 games of Bingo, a snack
provided at the start, pizza and
a drink at the halfway point,
prizes for both adults and children and a consolation prize
for all children at the end of the
event. Take advantage of early
bird pricing! Registration closes
Oct. 11. No walk-in registrations for this event. This is a
per person event; every child
and adult must register. (lmo)
Location:ARRCC Community Hall
Date:Oct. 12
CODEAGE
DAY TIME
Early Bird Price until Oct. 7
• $10(R)/$15(N)
137710 6 and up Mon
12:00 pm-1:15 pm
Regular Price Begins Oct. 8
• $16(R)/$24(N)
137711 6 and up Mon
12:00 pm-1:15 pm
Proud Sponsor
of Parent/Child
Bingo & PIzza
Grandparent/Grandchild
Bingo & Pizza
Calling all grandparents . . . round up your grandchildren
and head to an afternoon of Bingo fun! This event includes
12 games of Bingo, a snack provided at the start, pizza and a
drink at the halfway point, prizes for both adults and children
and a consolation prizes for all children
at the end of the event. Take advantage of
early bird pricing! Registration closes Dec.
27. No walk-in registrations for this event.
This is a per person event. Each grandparent and grandchild must register.
(lmo)
Location:ARRCC - Community Hall
Date:Dec. 28
CODEAGE
DAY TIME
Early Bird Price until Dec. 22
• $10(R)/$15(N)
137067 6 and up Mon
12:00 pm-1:30 pm
137068 6 and up Mon
12:00 pm-1:30 pm
Regular Price Begins Dec. 23
• $16(R)/$24(N)
Proud Sponsor
of Grandparent/
Grandchild
Bingo & PIzza
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Autumn Activities & Events
Royal Ball
Skating with Santa
All little princesses and princes of Naperville are cordially
invited to the Royal Ball. Come dressed in your formal attire to
sing and dance with all your princess friends. Music and activities
are led by a DJ. Crafts and dancing with the princesses will create a
magical night that will not soon be forgotten. A buffet lunch/dinner will be served. Everyone attending must register. (sc)
Celebrate the season and skate with Santa at Rocket Ice Arena in
Bolingbrook. Naperville Park District registered participants enjoy
private ice time, photo opportunities with Santa, holiday music,
and hot chocolate. A skating “trainer” is available for children
new to skating. If the child registering does not know how to
skate, a parent must register and be on the ice with the child.
Registration is required for each participant. Fee includes skate
rental. Check-in starts at 11:30 a.m.; ice time starts at 12:00 p.m.
(fg)
Location:ARRCC - Classroom 206
Fee:$17(R)/$25(N) per person
CODEAGE
Nov. 6
138372
Nov. 7
137744
DAY
TIME
1 and up
Fri
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
1 and up
Sat
11:00 am-12:30 pm
Location:Rocket Ice Arena - Arena
Date:Dec. 5
Fee:$11(R)/$17(N)
CODEAGE
137998
2 and up
DAY
Sat
TIME
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Olaf ’s Birthday Bash
A very special snowman is having a birthday and wants
to celebrate with warm hugs, singing and you! This party is going
to be a blast as we take over the Alfred Rubin Community Center
with a game room, snowman crafts, arctic snacks, and a photobooth. To make the day even more spectacular, Anna and Elsa will
be joining in the fun by leading their very own sing-a-long to your
favorite songs. This is a parent/child event. Register children only;
siblings under one are welcome free of charge. Registration deadline is Nov. 20. (sc)
Location:ARRCC - Classroom 202
Date:Dec. 4
Fee:$16(R)/$24(N) per child
CODEAGE
138375
1-8
DAY
Fri
TIME
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Donuts with Santa
Santa has a secret . . . he loves donuts! Join Santa and his helper
elf, Sparkle, in a small, intimate setting. While sipping hot chocolate, parents and children will decorate delicious donuts provided
by Naperville’s own DeEtta’s Bakery, participate in a holiday story
told by Santa and take pictures with the man in red. Please bring
your own camera to commemorate the event. This is a parent/
child event. Register children only; siblings under one are welcome
free of charge. Registration deadline is Dec. 11. (sc)
Location:ARRCC - Community Hall
Date:Dec. 20
Fee:$12(R)/$18(N)
CODEAGE
138376
138377
10
1 and up
1 and up
DAY
Sun
Sun
TIME
9:00 am-10:00 am
10:30 am-11:30 am
Interested in
Becoming a Volunteer?
The Naperville Park District has lots of volunteer opportunities
suitable for most ages. To see a list of assignments and to
complete an online application visit:
www.napervilleparks.org/
volunteer-with-the-naperville-park-district
Autumn Activities & Events
Millennium Carillon in
Moser Tower and Visitor Center
On the Naperville Riverwalk Near Rotary Hill
Proud winner of the Metropolitan Planning Council’s
“What Makes Your Place Great? Your Secret Corner of Chicagoland” contest for 2010.
A
t the base of the Riverwalk’s Rotary Hill stands the majestic Millennium Carillon in Moser
Tower, a unique, 16-story structure with a 72-bell instrument. This gift, given to the Naperville
community to commemorate the dawn of the New Millennium, was built through community
support and donations and is now maintained through a partnership between the Park District,
Millennium Carillon Foundation and the City of Naperville.
The Carillon and adjacent Visitor Center is open for tours from May-November. Admission is $3
for ages 5 and older; children 4 and under are free. Visitors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
2015 Millennium Carillon and Visitor Center Hours of Operation
May 2-November 15
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Sundays, 12:00-6:00 p.m.
May 29-August 14
Fridays, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Dates and hours of operations are subject to change due to weather and other factors beyond our control.
Carillon Visitor Center
At the Visitor Center, formerly the historic Netzley House, guests will learn about the Carillon
and area history through displays and interactive exhibits and view the carillonneur practice
area. Visitors also will watch a six-minute video
that highlights nearby attractions. Guests may
access the Visitor Center free of charge. Small,
private events also can be hosted at the Visitor
Center.
Carillon Weddings
Imagine hosting your once-in-a-lifetime event
with the unique Millennium Carillon and
the beautiful Naperville Riverwalk as your
backdrop. We offer two different wedding
packages. Ask about our engagement and anniversary dinner options, too. Call 630-8483540 for pricing and availability.
2015 Summer Recital Series
On Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m., from June 2August 18, talented carillonneurs from across
the country and all over the world, will delight
concert-goers with an evening of music. These
free performances are held rain or shine (unless
there is lightning), and picnicking on the lawns
surrounding the tower is welcomed. Post-recital Moonlight Carillon Tours are available
from 8:00-9:00 p.m. Cost is $3/person. In addition to the Tuesday evening summer series,
weekly recitals by local carillonneurs will take
place on Saturdays at noon. Weekly Carillon
pops concerts will be held on Saturday evenings
at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday afternoons at 4:00
p.m. beginning in June and continuing through
mid-November.
Group Tours:
For groups of 10 or more, please make a reservation by calling 630-848-3540 or e-mail [email protected].
Interested in learning to play the Carillon? Look
in the Arts: Adult section of this guide.
For additional Carillon information, summer concert dates and Carillonneur bios visit www.naperville-carillon.org.
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Let’s Get This
Party Started!
Looking for a fun, unique and affordable birthday party experience? The Naperville Park District has everything you need to
make your event special for your child and easy for you! We provide cupcakes from DeEtta‘s Bakery, a themed activity and an
area for opening presents. Some parties include additional elements; see descriptions below for more info. Register at any
time; most parties require a minimum of two weeks notice; nature parties require three weeks. Days/ times are subject to
availability. Visit www.napervilleparks.org or call 630-848-5000 to book your child’s best-ever party today!
Themed Parties:
Give your child a party they will always remember at
the 95th Street Center with one of our “all-inclusive”
themed parties! Themed invitations, dessert and
party attendants are included. Cost is for up to 15
children including the guest of honor.
$280(R)/$310(NR) for up to 15 children. Up to 3
additional children may attend for $50. Max. 18.
Saturdays from 12:30-2:30 p.m. or 3:30-5:30 p.m.;
Sundays from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
• Birthday Chefs Party • Ages 4-12 (Sun. only)
• Block Party (featuring LEGO®) • Ages 5-8
• Princess Tea Party • Ages 4-8
- Princess Package Upgrade • See below for details
• Superhero Adventure Party • Ages 4-8
(Held at the Barn Recreation Center)
Gym Games Parties:
Hop, skip, run and jump your way to a fantastically
fun-filled party at the Barn Recreation Center!
Invitations, dessert and party attendants are included.
Designed for kids ages 4-8. $230(R)/$260(NR) for up
to 15 children. Up to 5 additional children may attend
for $50. Max. 20.
Saturdays from 1:30-3:00 p.m. or 3:30-5:00 p.m.;
Sundays from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Dance Parties:
Dance parties at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk
Community Center are designed for kids ages 5 and
up who just can’t stop movin’ to the music!
Cupcakes, plates and napkins are provided.
$160(R)/$190(NR) for up to 15 people.
Saturdays from 3:15-5:15 p.m.
Pottery Parties:
Guests will work with clay at Studio One to create
a festive take-home project to commemorate the
occasion! Designed for kids ages 6 and up.
Cupcakes, plates and napkins are provided.
$205(R)/$235(NR) for up to 12 people.
Fridays from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Nature Parties:
Does your child love nature and animals? Choose
from one of six nature-themed birthday parties
held at Knoch Knolls Nature Center. Your two hour
party begins with a 90-minute guided program
with the remaining 30 minutes reserved for cake
and presents. Cupcakes from DeEtta’s Bakery are
included in addition to invitations and a themed
party favor for each child. $259(R)/$289(NR) for
up to 12 children including the birthday child.
Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 1:00-3:00
p.m.; Sundays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. (Apr.-Oct. only).
Nature parties must be reserved a minimum of
three weeks in advance.
Birthday Chefs Party
Upgrade: Princess Tea Party
Make your child’s Princess Tea Party even more magical! A “princess” will
come dressed up to the party for 45 minutes to dance, take pictures with
each guest and make a special craft. Your little princess will never forget
her enchanting birthday celebration! Cost: $70
Superhero Adventure Party
• All About Owls • Ages 6-12 (year-round)
• Diggin’ Dinosaurs • Ages 4-8 (year-round)
• Flowers, Butterflies and Bees • Ages 4-12
(May-Sept.)
• Insect Investigations • Ages 4-12 (May-Sept.)
• Pond Explorations • Ages 7-12 (May-Sept.)
• Something’s Fishy • Ages 4-12 (year-round)