PULL-O UT - Village of Matteson
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PULL-O UT - Village of Matteson
ATTESON S E PA G E May 23, 2016 SE REGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY, 23 TH R O U G H 26 PUS P E C LLI A L E -O VEN U TS T AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Message from the Village President Village Directory VILLAGE HALL 708.283.4900 PRESIDENT 708.283.4911 VILLAGE CLERK 708.283.4900 VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR 708.283.4911 COMMUNITY AFFAIRS G reetings to all of the residents and businesses in Matteson. While spring is taking its time getting here we are ready to enjoy the much anticipated warmer weather. As we approach 2016’s midway point, this year has been busy and productive, particularly in the area of Economic Development. I would like to extend congratulations and best wishes to our newly sworn in Economic Development Commissioners Alicia Bowens, Arnim Kennedy, Juanita Hardin and Samuel Warren. These are all Matteson residents who care about their community, 708.283.4777 and we look forward to their contributions. I wish them all the best COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT in their new roles. 708.283.4940 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 708.964.2000 HUMAN RESOURCES Construction of Fuller’s Car Wash is underway and due for completion by the end of June. We are also excited about three new restaurants that will be coming to the Village; Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Red Snapper and Rosati’s Pizza. With the guidance of your elected officials and under the leadership of Benjamin Wilson 708.283.4949 and LaVern Murphy, we’ve made some significant strides and anticipate more exciting Economic RECREATIONAL SERVICES Development announcements in the second half of 2016. 708.441.4500 PUBLIC WORKS 708.748.1411 WATER BILLING 708.283.4790 Governing Board VILLAGE PRESIDENT Andrè B. Ashmore Congratulations to our Recreational Services Director Anthony Burton on his prestigious national award from Sports Events Magazine. Director Burton and his staff continue to provide new programs that appeal not only to Matteson residents of all ages but the Southland at large. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Memorial Day Parade on May 30th. Please join us in this community tradition as we honor our fallen heroes, veterans and those who continue to serve in the armed forces. I wish you and your family a happy, safe and peaceful summer and on behalf of the Ashmore Family, we wish you Godspeed until we meet again. VILLAGE CLERK Sincerely, Dorothy Grisco TRUSTEES Sam Brown Shelia Chalmers-Currin Veloid Cotton Bridget A. Dancy Paula Farr Andrè C. Satchell VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR Andrè B. Ashmore Village President Save the date! Brian D. Mitchell Memorial Day Parade Village Hall Matteson Summer Concert Series 2016 4900 Village Commons Phone: 708-283-4900 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday – 8 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Village of Matteson Website: www.villageofmatteson.org Village council meetings are held the first and third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Matteson Village Hall Council Room. 2 Monday, May 30, 2016 • Old Matteson • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • at Woodgate Park: Friday, June 24th, 6:00 pm • a t Victory Apostolic Church, Friday, July 22, 2016, 7 pm-10 pm • at Memorial Park: Friday, August 19th, 6:00 pm Good Neighbor Awards & Brand Launch Celebration Monday, June 6, 2016 • Holiday Inn Matteson • 7 pm MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Matteson Community Center Events at a Glance Matteson Summer Concert Series 2016 Friday June 24, Woodgate Park @ 6:00 p.m. Friday Aug 19, Memorial Park @ 6:00 p.m. Master Zumba Party Saturday, June 4th @ 7:30 p.m. Nova Quarter Horses Daddy & Me Saturday, June 18th @ 3:30 p.m. Zero to 5k Challenge Saturday, July 23rd @ 7:30 a.m. Community News SAVE THE DATE! Memorial Day Parade 2016 from 10 am - 2 pm. The Legion units will assemble at Matteson School District 162, located at 3625 W. 215th Street. A short service by the Matteson Historical Society, American Legion and Village President Andre B. Ashmore will be held prior to the parade. The American Legion Rehfeldt-Meyer Post 474 and the Village of Matteson are sponsoring the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 30, All Parade units will assemble and march east on Main Street, south to 216th Street, west to Maple and north to Memorial Park. There, services will be held and refreshments will be served at the American Legion. For further information or to have your group, club or organization participate please call Rick Sobczak at the American Legion @ 708-748-9643. Matteson Community Center 20642 Matteson Avenue Phone: 708-441-4500 Fax: 708-441-4259 Matteson Community Center Web Site: www.mattesoncommunitycenter.com Business Office/ Rental Application Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 .pm., Sunday - CLOSED Building Hours: Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday - 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Oakwood Recreation Center 4450 West Oakwood Lane Building Hours: Mon. - Fri. – 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Sat. – 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sun. – Closed Recreational Services Staff: DIRECTOR OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES nthony Burton A ATHLETIC MANAGER lex Brown A Matteson Summer Concert at Victory FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2016 – VICTORY APOSTOLIC CHURCH – 7 PM-10 PM The Village of Matteson is partnering with Victory Apostolic Church to jointly host one of the Village’s three summer concerts this year. The indoor concert will feature renowned inspirational artists Brian Courtney Wilson and Ann Nesby, as well as all-star comedian Ron Baker Jr. The concert at Victory is part of a series of summer 2016 Friday night concerts to be held within the Village. The first concert in the series will take place at Woodgate Park on Friday, June 24th at 6:00 pm, and the last concert of the summer is scheduled for Friday, August 19th at 6:00 pm at Memorial Park. More details to be announced. FITNESS MANAGER yrone Davis T MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER isa Hill L BUILDING ATTENDANT MANAGER errance Hill T OFFICE MANAGER J ennifer Perry PROGRAM MANAGER J anette Ramos Parks & Recreation Commission CHAIRMAN, SPECIAL PROJECTS icky Marks R VICE CHAIR – PARKS, OAKWOOD PARK ionel Harris L VICE CHAIR – PROGRAMS, WOODGATE PARK evin McWoodson K VICE CHAIR – FACILITIES, NOTRE DAME PARK Norman Reid GOVERNORS TRAIL PARK PEN O ALLEMONG PARK Cynthia Fitch MEMORIAL PARK indy Marks C Parks and Recreation Commission meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Matteson Community Center MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 3 Community News Upcoming Board of Trustees Meetings and Workshops Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, May 16, 2016 Village Hall 7:30 pm Board of Trustees Workshop Monday, June 13, 2016 Village Hall 7:30 pm Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, June 20, 2016 Village Hall 7:30 pm Board of Trustees Workshop Monday, July 11, 2016 Village Hall 7:30 pm Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, July 18, 2016 Village Hall 7:30 pm No Board Meetings for the month of August. September we will resume our regular Board Meeting Schedule. *All Board Meeting and Workshop dates are subject to change Subscribe to receive the Matteson Avenue Leisure Guide at www.villageofmatteson.org Click through “Departments > Community Affairs > Matteson Avenue Email List” The Matteson Avenue Leisure Guide is now accepting full-color ads. Please contact Steven Hurley at [email protected] for more information. 4 SAVE THE DATE! Good Neighbor Awards & Community Celebration MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2016 HOLIDAY INN MATTESON – 7 PM Please join the Village of Matteson on Monday, June 6, 2016, 7:00 pm at the Holiday Inn (500 Holiday Plaza Drive) for the Good Neighbor Awards & Community Celebration. President Andrè B. Ashmore will present this year’s recipients with their awards. Attendees will enjoy a blue carpet arrival with photos, live music, hors d’oeuvres and refreshments, giveaways and much more. The event will also serve as an introduction to Matteson’s new marketing campaign. Register Your Burglar Alarm! It’s that time of year again to renew / register your burglar alarm! Pursuant to the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Matteson, any burglar alarm system connected to an outside source must be registered with the Matteson Police Department. The permit is required to be renewed on an annual fiscal year basis; which basis runs May 1 to April 30. (Burglar Alarm permit renewal invoices and registration forms are mailed out in April/May of every year to current alarm registrants for the upcoming fiscal year.) The fee is $20.00 for a residential permit and $35.00 for a business permit. The completed registration form and payment should be received at the Police Department within 30 days of your alarm activation and/or receipt of your invoice. Per the Matteson Ordinance, you are allowed two false alarms per fiscal year. Fines are assessed as follows: 1st False Alarm $0.00 2nd False Alarm $0.00 3rd False Alarm $50.00 4th False Alarm $100.00 5th False Alarm $150.00 6th False Alarm $200.00 Each subsequent False Alarm is assessed at $250.00 each. Failure to comply with the provisions of this ordinance could result in the filing of a quasi-criminal complaint (citation for a violation of ordinance). On conviction, you can be fined up to $750.00 for each offense. Payment will be accepted at the Matteson Police Dept. only; via check, cash or money order. Checks should be made payable to the Village of Matteson. (Please reference the permit number on check.) You can also pay your burglar alarm invoice through E-PAY via the Village of Matteson website, www.villageofmatteson.org Should you have any questions, or need a Burglar Alarm Registration Form, please do not hesitate to contact the Alarm Registration desk at the Police Department at (708) 283-4725, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Your Registration Form should be returned to the: Matteson Police Dept., Alarm Administration, 20500 S. Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL 60443 Street Sign Installed in Harold W. Kummelehne‘s Honor On April 7th a street sign was installed at 217th & Locust St. in honor of the late Harold W. Kummelehne for his dedication and commitment to the Village of Matteson. Kummelehne was a lifelong resident of Matteson, who devoted over 30 years of service to the Village. He worked for the Department of Public Works and the Fire Department. Members of the Kummelehne family were present to receive the honor. (photo on the right) MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Department News continues on page 41 Registration Information /Table of Contents The Matteson Recreational Services Department is a department of the village. It is, therefore, supported by your tax dollars. The activities listed in this brochure are for your leisure time enjoyment. We hope that you are able to actively participate in the programs of your choice. If there is any activity that you would like to be involved with but do not see offered, let us know. We are working for you. RESIDENTS HAVE PRIORITY – A Resident is anyone living in the geographic boundaries of the Village of Matteson and pay taxes to The Matteson Recreational Services Department. NON-RESIDENTS – Will pay an additional fee as indicated by “NR” excluding those residing in a “cooperative” town. INFORMATION ACCURACY – It is extremely important, for your protection and ours, that all information given to us is completely accurate. If any information is proven to be misleading or false, the participant will be dropped from the activity with no refund. RETURNED CHECKS – There will be a $35.00 service charge for any check that is returned to the Village from the participant’s bank. Cash or money orders will only be accepted from those individuals. TELEPHONE REGISTRATION – Telephone registration will NOT be accepted for any activity that requires a fee. However, if the activity is free, necessary registration may be done by telephone. FAX REGISTRATION – Registration can be completed by fax if you are paying by credit card. Please use the registration form on page 5. INSURANCE – The Matteson Recreational Services Department assumes no responsibility for personal injuries or loss of property while attending a Department Sponsored activity or facility. REFUND POLICY: 1. Request for refunds MUST be made 7 days prior to the starting date of the activity. A $5.00 fee will be assessed. Once a class begins no refund will be given. 2.If an individual is unable to complete their participation for medical reasons, the registration fee will be pro-rated (on a class-by-class basis), a $5.00 fee will be subtracted and the balance will be refunded. An original copy of the physician’s statement is required prior to the end of the activity to process the refund. 3.Please allow 3 weeks for refund checks to be mailed. 4.Once a team registers for a league, there will be NO refunds given. PROGRAM FEE – You may register for a program available, with the instructor’s consent and at the full stated fee. AGE REQUIREMENTS – Participants should be within the age range stated in the individual program listing. This is done for their safety and class continuity. REGISTRATION – will be taken until the program’s registration deadline or the participant maximum for the program is reached, whichever comes first. CANCELED PROGRAMS – The Matteson Recreational Services Department reserves the right to cancel or postpone any activity one week or less prior to the start of that activity. If the activity is canceled, those enrolled will receive a full refund. WAITING LISTS – If a program is filled, waiting lists will be formed. Every attempt will be made to accommodate persons on these lists. NOTES: 1. You may register friends or neighbors for activities if you bring proof of their residency AND their signed registration form. FACILITY RENTAL – The Matteson Recreational Services Department has room rentals (including pool party rentals) at the Community Center, 20642 Matteson Avenue, and room rentals at the Oakwood Recreation Center (4450 Oakwood Lane). Athletic fields are available for rental when they are not being used for our league play. Individuals, groups, organizations or businesses may apply at the business office for a permit. All permits must be completed and fees paid at least 7 days prior to the date requested. For questions on rentals, call 708-441-4500. THANK YOUS: The Matteson Recreational Services Department would like to thank the following volunteers, for making our recreation programs, events and leagues possible: All Volunteer Baseball Coaches USTA Next Level 24 SSYBL Summer Camp Staff & Volunteers University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Program, Community Garden Table of Contents Message from the Village President . . . . . 2 Summer Camp Information . . . . 22, 27-29 Save The Date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Rich Township Senior Services . . . . . . . 32 Village and Community Center Information. . . . . . 2-4 Skilled Crafts & Fine Art Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-34 Community News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-26 Department News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-47 South Suburban Special Recreation Association . . . . . . 35 Registration Information/Forms. . . . . . . 6 For Your Information (FYI) . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Map of Matteson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Sports & Athletic Programs . . . . . . . 36-38 Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40 Park Sites & Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-44 Aquatic Center Information . . . . . . . . 9-16 Fitness Center Information . . . . . . . . 17-18 Fitness, Health & Wellness Classes . . . . . 19 Rental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Dance & Movement Programs . . . . . 30-31 Summer Camp & Workstudy . . . . . . . . . 21 after the start date providing there is space MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 5 Registration & Information Form Read Details Carefully. Please Register Early In-Person Registration 1.All in-person registration will take place at the Matteson Community Center, 20642 Matteson Avenue. Program fees are due & payable at time of registration. Payment Options include Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express, credit or debit. 2.SUMMER PROGRAM & SPECIAL EVENTS REGISTRATION will begin on Monday, May 16, during regular business hours. 3.For Preschool registration for Winter 2016, please contact Workstudy Enterprise. For more information see page 21. Mail-In/Fax Registration 1.Completely fill out the form that is on this page. Make sure you sign your registration form/ waiver. Program fees are due & payable at time of registration. Payment Options include Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express. 2.Make check payable to the VILLAGE OF MATTESON. 3.Resident & Non-Resident Mail-In Registration will be processed Monday, May 16. 4.Mail-in registration will NOT be accepted for Preschool. 5.CASH should not be mailed for mail-in registration. Please pay by credit card, check or money order. Matteson Recreational Services – Mail-In Registration Form Mail to: 20642 Matteson Avenue, Matteson, IL 60443 • Phone: 708-441-4500 / Facsimile: 708-441-4259 (Charge Only) Guardian’s Name: Today’s Date: Address: Home Phone: Town/Zip: Work Phone: Email Address: Cell: METHOD OF PAYMENT: ❏ Check #: ❏ MasterCard ❏ Visa ❏ American Express ❏ Discover Please make check payable to Card #: Village of Matteson CSV Digit Code Exp. Date: Amount Charged: $ Card Holder Name: Authorized Signature: Participant’s First & Last Name Birth Date Program # Program Name (MM-DD-YY) Fee /____/ $_______________ /____/ $_______________ /____/ $_______________ /____/ $_______________ /____/ $_______________ Do you have a need for special accommodations as covered by the American Disability Act? If yes, please call us at least two weeks in advance at (708) 441-4500. TOTAL ENCLOSED: $ How did you hear about the program(s)? o Leisure Guide o Flier o Cable o Village Marquee o Newspaper o Web Page o Other: ___________________________________ Photo Release: By registering for any program, you agree to allow publication of any photos taken at any program, event or facility offered through the Village of Matteson. WAIVER FOR PARTICIPATION OR BY PARENT: In consideration of The Matteson Recreational Services Department accepting me or my child’s entry, hereby for myself, my child, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I or my child have against the Village of Matteson and its representatives, successors and assigns for any and all injuries suffered by myself or my child at any activity sponsored by these groups. By enrolling my family in any Matteson Recreational Services activity, we agree and understand this waiver. Signature:_________________________________________________ 6 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 PLEASE SIGN HERE For Your Information Registration Begins Monday, May 23, 2016 Age Requirements Participants should be within the age range stated in the individual program list. This is done for their safety and class continuity. Would You Like To Teach A Class? Have you got a new and fun or creative idea for a program? A special talent that you might like to share? We are always searching for “something new” to offer, so if you have an idea, please call the Recreation Office at 441-4500. Non-Resident Fee Cooperative The Village of Matteson has entered into agreements with neighboring communities to help reduce the cost of recreation programs. Residents of the following towns will be allowed to enroll in Matteson Recreational Services activities at the resident fee, unless otherwise noted. These cooperative communities are PHONE RECREATION DEPARTMENT 481-7313 OLYMPIA FIELDS 748-2005 PARK FOREST 753-8800 RICHTON PARK This agreement will allow Matteson residents to enroll in activities offered by these communities at the lower resident rates. This is just one example of intergovernmental cooperation that the south suburbs are working towards. If you have any questions or comments regarding this concept, please feel free to contact us at 441-4500. Volunteers Needed The Matteson Recreational Services Department utilizes volunteers for a variety of programs. Our youth baseball and basketball leagues have long benefited from those willing to volunteer their time as coaches. Volunteers not only help keep the cost of programs down, but through community involvement, help the public understand the workings of the Matteson Recreational Services Department. Anyone wishing to volunteer their services for any program should contact the Recreation business office at 441-4500 or stop by the Matteson Community Center at 20642 Matteson Avenue. Employment Opportunities The Matteson Recreational Services Department periodically has openings for persons to work part-time at a variety of positions; Program Instructors, Building Attendants, and Members Services Representatives. Position vacancies can be found on the web at www.villlageofmatteson.org, or inquire at the Human Resource Department at 283-4949. Applications can be downloaded from the web, www.villageofmatteson.org. Applications are only accepted when positions are posted on the Village Website. Completed applications are to be mailed to or dropped off at the Village Hall location, or placed in the drop box located at the Village Hall east parking lot. Oops! Our Matteson Recreational Services Staff has made every effort to prepare this brochure as accurately as possible; however, errors can occur. Circumstances may require that adjustment be made to programs, fees, schedules, etc. The Matteson Recreational Services Department reserves the right to make any such adjustments. The Department apologizes for any inconvenience these errors or adjustments may cause. Oakwood Recreation Center Closing Policy This policy covers the closing of the Oakwood Recreation Center due to either extreme cold or lack of electricity. We have a different policy from the schools. The Oakwood Recreation Center will be closed: 1. If the Center’s heating system is not sufficient to offset the cold (temperatures at 60 degrees or lower inside the center). Classes may be moved to a different room if the cold is isolated to just one room. 2. If the electricity is not working and the class or activity is held during the evening. If you are not sure whether the Oakwood Recreation Center is open, you may call us at 441-4500 or the Village Hall at 283-4900. Park Rules For Your Safety And Protection 1. In order to assure the safety of children in playground, picnic and athletic areas, our department STRICTLY PROHIBITS GLASS in the park system. 2. Dogs must be on a leash (6' or less) and owners must clean up after them. 3.NO driving or parking of any motorized vehicles, including motorcycles, is allowed in any grass area or athletic field in the park system. Drive only upon established roads and obey posted traffic signs. 4. All park areas close at DUSK. 5.NO golfing is permitted in any of our parks. 6.NO weapons of any type may be carried by anyone in the park’s indoor or outdoor facilities except by the police. These include knives, sling shots, BB guns or guns in a case. 7. NO glass, radio controlled aircraft, littering or profane language. 8. All Village ordinances must be followed. 9. If the police are called and if, in the opinion of the Police Officer at the park, there are continued violations of ordinances or disturbances, the officer has the right to revoke any permit. 10. Full list of rules and regulations are available at the Recreation office. Broken Park Equipment The Matteson Recreational Services Department requests that any broken play equipment, park benches, or vandalism to park facilities and athletic fields be reported by contacting the Recreational Services Department Office at 441-4500. The Matteson Recreational Services Department’s facilities are supported by your tax dollars. Your cooperation is appreciated to maintain the aesthetics of these parks and facilities. We Love Our Parents But... With your child’s best interest in mind, parents are invited to their child’s last class meeting. Our instructors have found that their quality of instruction had often been affected by parent and/or sibling distractions, interruptions and various other concerns during class time. We also feel it is most beneficial for children to have recreational time with their peers. Our instructors always welcome the opportunity to discuss a participant’s progress with parents at any time. Thank you for your cooperation. MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 7 For Your Information The Old Plank Road Trail The Old Plank Road Trail is a unique nature trail used by countless outdoor enthusiasts; walkers, hikers, bicyclists, in-line skaters, bird-watchers, and even cross country skiers in the winter. Developed and maintained by the Old Plank Road Trail Management Commission, the creation of this trail is a great example of intergovernmental cooperation providing outdoor recreational services to our communities. The Commission consists of one voting representative from each of the following governing jurisdictions; villages of Park Forest, Matteson, Frankfort, Rich Township and the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Several access areas are available through the Village of Matteson, as well as many other areas along the 20 plus miles of paved trail that exist from Western Avenue in Park Forest, all the way west or Park Road in Joliet Township. Brochures and maps of the Old Plank Road Trail are available at the Matteson Community Center or call 441-4500. Available Parking At Matteson Parks The following parking guidelines should be followed by all participants in any of our programs or activities conducted at any of the Matteson parks. Violators not following the designed areas will be ticketed. (For off street parking, see Park Sites & Facilities.) Allemong Absolutely NO parking on east or west side of Willow. Parking is available on Marya Yates School west or north parking lots and the parking lots at the east end or northwest area of the park. Governors Trail On streets where posted. Also limited parking (50) cars in St. Lawrence O’Toole’s lot. Memorial Parking is available in the north parking lot and streets where posted. Notre Dame Parking is available in the east and west parking lots and on the streets where posted. Oakwood Parking is available in the west parking lot and streets where posted. Woodgate Parking is available in the north parking lot and streets where posted. 8 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) The Village of Matteson will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination in the provision of programs, services or activities to individuals with disabilities. We invite any resident with a special need to contact the Matteson Village Hall or the Matteson Recreational Services Department, so that a smoother inclusion may occur. In addition to the programs listed within our brochure, our district also provides specialized services for people with disabilities through the South Suburban Special Recreation Association. Feel free to call SSSRA at 815-8060384 or see the SSSRA information in this leisure guide. A copy of this publication is available in an alternative format upon request. Please contact us at 441-4500. If you have any questions about our Department’s policy regarding ADA, or believe you have been unfairly discriminated against in the provision of programs, services or activities of the Matteson Recreational Services Department, please contact us at 441-4500. A procedure is available to you for the prompt resolution of your complaint. Picnic Pavilion Permit Information • For an additional $20.00 fee, electrical service is available at all picnic shelters. • Permits receive 10 picnic tables only at the designated park site. • P icnic permits do not include an Athletic Field or the Fieldhouse at Memorial Park. These are separate permits and require an additional fee/deposit • P ark Rental Deposit/Resident: $100/Non-Resident $150 due at the time of Permit Registration. • F urther details are available regarding Permit Rules/Regulations upon completing the Permit Application process or by calling our office at 441-4500. Aquatic Center Information “Preventing Death by Stopping Accidental Drowning” Within every CELTS Program, we bring our expertise as Aquatic Professionals to the table, surpassing all other swim lessons programs with a full understanding on the individuality of every swimmer. CELTS offers everyone an opportunity to learn and develop swimming techniques. In a world covered in 2/3 water, we strongly believe everyone from birth on should learn how to swim, and we, as Chicagoland’s Premier Swim School, strive to save lives through swim lessons. Plunge-In Clinics: Swim School Edition The fastest way to achieve your goals! Welcome to the Aquatic Fitness Center! We have 100,000 Gallons of Fun Waiting for YOU to Discover! Located on the lower level of the Matteson Community Center, the Aquatic Fitness Center offers a 25yd indoor competition pool with an attached zero-depth wading pool, outdoor splash pad and an indoor therapy pool. We offer a variety of multigeneration programming, including Chicagoland’s Premier Swim School, low impact Water Fitness Classes, Special Events, Water Safety Instruction, Water Adventure Programs and more! The Aquatic Fitness Center is staffed by professionally and certified Life Guards. Please follow the direction of the Life Guards at all times. Guardians are responsible for supervising their children; Life Guards are responsible for responding to emergencies. Children under 8 years old and younger and children who cannot swim must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times. Only US Coast Guard approved floatation devices will be allowed on non-swimmers. Swim Safely! CELTS unique Plunge-In Clinics are specially designed for families looking to get children water-ready in a hurry. They’re a great way to introduce kids to the fundamentals of water safety, take full advantage of school vacations, get peace of mind before a watercentric vacation or even start the journey to an Olympic gold medal. Jump start clinics include five consecutive days of 30 minute swim lessons that focus on everything from the teaching the fundamentals of water safety to fine-tuning stroke technique. These clinics we guarantee you’ll see a significant improvement in swimming skills in just five short days! Jump start clinics are held over the summertime and other select time during the year. Fees are weekly and are offered with sibling discounts. PASS LTSPLNG DURATION 5 X 30 minute classes INDIVIDUAL FEE $177.50 FEE FOR 2 $275.00 FEE FOR 3 $365.00 INFORMATION Email for additional information REGISTRATION Email to set up times/days before registration CONTACT [email protected] Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. REGISTER BY THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 9 Aquatic Center Information Introduction Course A progressive CELTS Swim School Program designed specifically for younger children between the ages of 0-3yr. Broken up by age, and ability, the CELTS Babies & Me programs allow each child to progress from ‘My First Swim Course’, to the ‘Introduction Course’, to the NEW ‘Little Fish Course’ leading right into our CELTS Swim Lessons. Private Lessons (0 months – 3 yrs) (4 months – 3 years) The original Babies & Me Class has been broken down into 5 levels allowing your child to progress at his/her own pace. We teach your child the fundamentals of swimming by building a foundation of skills to help prevent accidental drowning, as well as teach the beginning techniques to developing a lifelong connection to the water. The Babies & Me Course has been designed to lead into “Little Fish Course”, developing each swimmers abilities in a small group setting becoming more independent. Level advancement is determined by the instructor(s) based on each individual child and classes can be repeated if desired. LTS03E01 DAY(S) Sundays DURATION 30 minute classes TIME(S) 9:00 am - 9:30 am LIMITS must email to set up days/times before registration 6 consecutive lessons Cord must be healed DATE(S) July 10, 2016 - August 14, 2016 LIMITS Child must be accompanied in water with adult INDIVIDUAL FEE Members $62 Residents $66 Non-residents $86 PASS INDIVIDUAL FEE Members $148 Residents $155 Non-residents $164 REGISTRATION email to set up times/days before registration CONTACT [email protected] (140204-03) Little Fish Course My First Swim Course (0 months – 5 months) My First Swim Course is a newly offered CELTS Babies & Me program that introduces newborns/infants to the water in a relaxed, warm water environment. Classes are held in warmer water where the temperature is set specifically for the newborns/infants in a comfortable setting where both the guardians and the babies can relax and learn. Newborns/infants will learn the basics of floating, kicking, and water movement for lifesaving skills in the water. Guardians will learn how to teach DAY(S) Sundays TIME(S) 8:20 am - 8:40 am 8:40 am - 9:00 am [-01] [-02] DATE(S) July 10, 2016 - August 14, 2016 (140210) LIMITS Max. class size 7 children, 1 adult per child (space is limited) Cord must be healed INDIVIDUAL FEE $45 per child 10 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 (9 months – 3 years) With goal of becoming independent swimmers this class will focus on both techniques learned in the previous introduction course, as well as future techniques to be learned in the youth classes. Levels from the previous course transfers over as each child continues to develop at their own pace. The class will include minimal participation of the guardian as needed but will eventually limited to none as this is a stepping stone built so children can become more independent making transition into CELTS Swim Lessons easier. Classes are small and are strictly focused on the individuality of each swimmer. Guardians are not required to get in the water. DAY(S) Sundays TIME(S) 9:30 am - 10:00 am 10:00 am - 10:30 am [-01] [-02] DATE(S) July 10, 2016 - August 14, 2016 (140211) LIMITS Max. class size 3 INDIVIDUAL FEE Members $62 Residents $66 Non-residents $86 Aquatic Center Information In these progressive CELTS Swim Lessons, swimmers are introduced to basic water skills, breath holding, and a number of submerging progressions, eventually leading the participant to unassisted swimming. The curriculum is broken into 5 concepts, which are advanced and developed through each level using different techniques and skills. We offer 10 levels ranging from novice to advanced swimmers for both Youth and Adults. CELTS Adaptive Swim is specifically geared towards persons with physical disabilities. The class follows and joins the same programs as the CELTS Swim Lessons with modifications for individual swimmers as needed. At time of registration, indication on disability is optional, not required. For questions regarding CELTS Adaptive Swim, please email: Info@ SwimChicagoSouthland.com. CELTS Special Abilities is specifically geared towards persons with disabilities. The class follows and joins the same programs as the CELTS Swim Lessons with modifications for individual swimmers as needed. At time of registration, indication on disability is optional, not required. For any questions regarding CELTS Special Abilities, please email: [email protected]. Adult Group Lessons (14 years & Older) DAY(S)/TIME(S) INDIVIDUAL FEE Tuesdays 7:20 pm - 8:00 pm [LTS01E01] Tue & Thu 7:20 pm -8:00 pm [LTS01H01] Thursdays 7:20 pm - 8:00 pm [LTS01F01] Saturdays 8:00 am - 8:40 am [LTS01G01] Members $76 Residents $80 Non-residents $100 Semi-Private Lessons (3 years & Older) DAY(S)/TIME(S) Tuesdays 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm [LTS04A01] Thursdays 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm [LTS04B01] Saturdays 8:00 am - 8:30 am [LTS04C01] *Email for more days/times [LTSSEMI] FEE FOR 2 Members $226 Residents $236 Non-residents $250 CONTACT [email protected] Private Lessons (3 years & Older) Tuesdays 5:30pm-6:00pm [LTS03A01] INFORMATION All classes are year-round (with exceptions to summer times) Thursdays 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm [LTS03B01] REGISTRATION Choose your own start date Saturdays 8:00 am - 8:30 am [LTS03C01] LIMITS 6 consecutive lessons No makeups Must register 48 hours in advance *Email for more days/times [LTSPRIV] Youth Group Lessons (3 years – 14 years) DAY(S)/TIME(S) INDIVIDUAL FEE Mondays 9:40 am - 10:20 am 10:20 am - 11:00 am [LTS01A05] [LTS01A06] Mondays AND Wednesdays 9:40 am - 10:20 am 10:20 am - 11:00 am [LTS01D05] [LTS01D06] Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 6:40 pm 6:40 pm - 7:20 pm [LTS01A01] [LTS01A02] Wednesdays 9:40 am - 10:20 am 10:20 am - 11:00 am [LTS01B05] [LTS01B06] Tue & Thu 6:00 pm - 6:40 pm 6:40 pm - 7:20 pm [LTS01D01] [LTS01D02] Thursdays 6:00 pm - 6:40 pm 6:40 pm - 7:20 pm [LTS01B01] [LTS01B02] Saturdays 8:40 am -9:20 am 9:20 am - 10:00 am 10:00 am - 10:40 am [LTS01C01] [LTS01C02] [LTS01C03] Members $76 Residents $80 Non-residents $100 DAY(S)/TIME(S) INDIVIDUAL FEE Members $150 Residents $157 Non-residents $166 CONTACT [email protected] Day Camp & Day Care Lessons (3 years – 18 years) DURATION 1-2 hours (includes 40 min lesson + 20-80 min play) REGISTRATION contact for more information CONTACT [email protected] School Group Lessons (Pre-K, 1st-8th grade, High School, Homeschool) DURATION 1-2 hours (includes 40 min lesson + 20-80 min play) REGISTRATION contact for more information CONTACT [email protected] Registration Begins Monday, May 23, 2016 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 11 Aquatic Center Information CELTS Stroke School helps develop a swimmer’s techniques in a preteam setting allowing the perfect bridge between swim lessons and swim team. CELTS Stroke School is perfect for swimmers that would like to develop their stroke, learn new things, or progress to a swim team. In these classes, swimmers will work on each of the 4 competitive strokes, developing their swimming techniques, learn competitive swim vocabulary, turns, finishes, etc. Swimmers must be able to swim 25yds (1length) safely without assistance or be a level 7 of CELTS Swim Lessons, CELTS Adaptive Swim, or CELTS Special Abilities. Classes are based on a 30-day system giving you the flexibility to come as many days within 30 days from your registration date. INFORMATION all classes are year-round (with exceptions to major holidays listed) REGISTRATION 30-days begin the day you register LIMITS Must be able to swim 25yds (1 length) safely without assistance No makeups No refunds Youth Group Lessons (3 years – 14 years) DAY(S)/TIME(S) Tuesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm Thursdays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Saturdays 9:00 am - 10:00 am INDIVIDUAL FEE A revolution in aquatic fitness, each Aqua Fit class achieves a unique fitness goal in Weight Loss, Strength, Flexibility, Endurance, and R.O.M.E. Classes combine a high power, in pool work-out utilizing the water’s resistance and the body’s motion to create a high powered, result oriented aquatics workout. Classes are available to members only for FREE. PASS MEMBERS ONLY INDIVIDUAL FEE FREE Aqua Fit is a true full-body workout It’s not just your heart and muscles that stand to benefit from an Aqua Fit class. Working out in water is also fantastic for your internal organs and lymphatic system. Hydrostatic pressure, turbulence and buoyancy assist in venous return [the flow of blood back to the heart] and lymphatic drainage. These extra benefits help explain why participants feel so good after a class – the body is refreshed rather than exhausted. Members $152 Residents $160 Non-residents $200 Adult Group Lessons (14 years & Older) PASS LTS02H01 DAY(S)/TIME(S) Tuesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Thursdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturdays 8:00 am - 9:00 am INDIVIDUAL FEE Members $152 Residents $160 Non-residents $200 This class combines a longer cardio segment, with strength and flexibility training at the end. A typical class consists of warm-up to increase the heart rate. The actual cardio workout being vigorous activity that the participant modifies for his or her own level of fitness. The class finishes with a choice of abdominal work or body toning and a stretch. DAY(S)/TIME(S) Monday 8:00 am - 8:50 am Saturday 7:10 am - 8:00 am Tri-Athlete Team (14 years & Older) CSAT Tri-Team participants are offered opportunities to compete against other Triathletes. From a beginning Triathlon to a more advanced Triathlon, we can work with you to train. Do you have a Triathlon you want to compete in already and need help, or want to do a Triathlon but don’t know where to start? Well, this is perfect for you, we can personalize your workout and get you moving. INDIVIDUAL FEE Monthly fee $97.50 REGISTRATION Contact before registration to schedule CONTACT [email protected] 12 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 This class improves your performance in high-impact activities, including running, dance, or team sports such as soccer or softball. Thanks to the buoyancy of water, you’ll be strengthening your muscles and improving your cardiovascular fitness without subjecting your body to additional wear and tear – leaving you feeling strong and refreshed when it’s time to give your all. DAY(S)/TIME(S) Wednesday 10:00 am - 10:50 am Friday 8:00 am - 8:50 am Aquatic Center Information Aqua Fit Flexibility helps you balance out muscle groups that may have become uneven through repetitive actions. Working out in water provides equal resistance through your full range of motion, a phenomenon known as double concentric muscle action. DAY(S)/TIME(S) Monday 9:00 am - 9:50 am ABC Water Rehabilitation is now at the Matteson Community Center! Benefit from the water and take the steps to repairing an injury, help strengthen your body and joints, or simply get that specific exercising needed to better yourself. Classes are small and specifically scheduled through Coach Eve. Choose to join in a group class or gather your own group of friends for a ‘friends only’ class. Thursday 7:30 pm - 8:20 pm If you are looking to lose weight, this class is a great option. One hour of water aerobics will burn typically 400-500 calories or more, depending on the intensity of your workout. If you were to run in water for 30 minutes you would see roughly 300 calories lost. This becomes a simple, easy, and fun way to lose weight! DAY(S)/TIME(S) Monday 7:45 pm - 8:35 pm Thursday 9:00 am - 9:50 am PASS ABCWR DURATION 1 hour INDIVIDUAL FEE 1 session: $24 5 sessions: $108 10 sessions: $204 15 sessions: $288 REGISTRATION contact before registration to schedule CONTACT [email protected] Advanced/Deep Water] (14 years & Older) Follows the same outline as the Aqua Fit Weight Loss class, but incorporates more deep end-advanced techniques. Class is held in the 5ft. area of the pool. Beginners are welcome to join and do modified exercises. DAY(S)/TIME(S) Tuesday 9:00 am - 9:50 am Open Swim Packages Open Swim Packages have a unique use for individuals, allowing for individual water experiences. Promoting a love of water, open swim packages are designed for practice, fun, relaxation, and fitness. Range of Motion Exercises help maintain normal joint movement, relieve stiffness or restore flexibility and movement. Normally People with arthritis should try to move each joint through its complete range of motion daily to prevent loss of motion and deformity and minimize stiffness. DAY(S)/TIME(S) Tuesday 7:30 pm - 8:20 pm Friday 9:00 am - 9:50 am Registration Begins Monday, May 23, 2016 LIMITS only USCG Approved floatation device allowed All children 8 years and younger and children that cannot swim must be arm’s length away from an adult at all times Day Camp & Day Care (3 years – 18 years) Are you interested in a fun activity for your Day Camp or Day Care? Sign up for open swim at the Matteson Community Center Pool featuring an indoor wading pool attached to a competition sized pool, and a Splash pad in the summer. Spots fill fast for summer, contact ASAP to claim yours today! REGISTRATION contact for more information CONTACT [email protected] MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 13 Aquatic Center Information School Group Open Swim (Pre-K, 1st-8th grade, High School, Homeschool) Are you interested in a fun activity for your School Group? Sign them up for open swim at the Matteson Community Center Pool featuring an indoor wading pool attached to a competition sized pool as well as an outdoor splash pad available during the summer. REGISTRATION contact for more information CONTACT [email protected] Baby & Me ‘Play Time Package’ (0 years – 3 years) You have the opportunity to bring your child (CELTS Swim School Baby participant) to the pool for some bonding and practice time. Your child will be allowed a play time in the pool, where you are free to play and get your child more accompanied with the water. This is also a great time to meet other babies from different classes. This program is designed to encourage love of water while bonding with parents. The water has so many benefits for you and your child and we want you to be able to experience it together. PASS OSBABY DATES Year-Round, begins December 2015 INDIVIDUAL FEE $10 monthly LIMITS Children under 8yr & younger & children who cannot swim must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times. Adult ‘Lap Swim Enthusiasts’ (14 years & Older) A unique twist to just a plain old lap swim time at a pool! Like no other open swim for ‘Lap Swim Enthusiasts’, Swim Chicago Southland brings to you times and days for pool lovers to come in and get a workout in the water. Not really sure about what to swim, or bored of your usual swim a couple laps routine? Problem solved, we thought of that too! We have laminated workouts written by actual USA Swimming Coaches geared towards every level of swimming ability. Workouts are brought onto the pool deck during ‘Lap Swim Enthusiast’ hours and are available for your choosing. All workouts are organized by distance and stroke. A terminology chart is also available for newbees at competitive swimming. Four lap lanes will be available for circle swimming. For any questions, there is always a Swim Chicago Southland Staff Member on Duty. PASS OSLAP DATES Year-Round (schedule may change for summer), begins December 2015 TIMES/DAYS Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 8:00 am Monday - Friday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Mondays 7:00 pm - 9:45 pm INDIVIDUAL FEE Members $FREE Non-members $18 monthly LIMITS Lap swimmers must be prepared to share lanes & use circle swim etiquette Only US Coast Guard approved floatation devices will be allowed on non-swimmers. Pool available during set times unless otherwise posted on schedule Must be currently registered for CELTS Swim School. Pool available during open swim hours Youth Swim ‘Play Time Package’ (3 years – 14 years) You have the opportunity to bring your child (CELTS Swim School Youth participant) to the pool for some fun and practice time. This allows the children to swim around and experience the water for themselves. Playing in the water will help grow confidence and more understanding of buoyancy and balance in the water. Children don’t realize they are doing it, but they are practicing swimming techniques on their own such as breathing, buoyancy, and balance. Not only can your child meet other children from other classes, but even make new friends. Children playing together will tend to hold small swimming competitions, or ‘look what I can do’ presentations which is practice without realizing it. Give your kids a weekend of fun and join them in the pool to experience the many benefits of water and learning. Experience an adventure, have a night of fun, be adventurous, be inventive, whatever it is you are looking to experience, it could be available to you. Check out our pre-designed, ‘Bubblemaker’ Party, or work with us and create an event of your own. Whether you are looking for a new party idea, an end of the season party for your sports team, we can help you with your get-together. ‘Bubblemaker’ Party (8 years &Older) Why not SCUBA for your party? Children and their friends and family who love the water can enjoy the pool experience together in the underwater world. Have that unique party that everyone talks about. PASS OSYOUTH DATES Year-Round, begins December 2015 PASS BUBBLE INDIVIDUAL FEE $10 monthly DAY(S) 1 day LIMITS Children under 8 year & younger & children who cannot swim must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times. DURATION 3 hours Only US Coast Guard approved floatation devices will be allowed on non-swimmers. INDIVIDUAL FEE $48 LIMITS minimum 3 / maximum 9 Must be currently registered for CELTS Swim School. REGISTRATION contact before registration to schedule Pool available during open swim hours CONTACT [email protected] 14 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Aquatic Center Information Design a Water Based Event (All Ages) Are you looking for a fun water based event for a large group? Whether it be an event for a corporate team building, a fundraiser, or anything else, tell us what you are looking for and we will work with you to help plan and design your unique water experience. REGISTRATION contact for more information CONTACT [email protected] Youth SCUBA (8 years – 10 years) PASS SCUBA8 DAY(S) 1 day DURATION 2 hours INDIVIDUAL FEE $48 REGISTRATION contact before registration to schedule CONTACT [email protected] Adult SCUBA (10 years & Older) PASS SCUBA10 DAY(S) 1 day DURATION 2 hours INDIVIDUAL FEE $48 REGISTRATION contact before registration to schedule CONTACT [email protected] ‘SCUBA Diver’ Course (10 years & Older) Have you ever wanted to try a unique water activity? Here’s your chance! Water Adventure is brought to you at the Matteson Community Center promoting fun, fitness, and experience. Upon completion of the classroom, pool training and open water dives, you will be qualified to dive to a depth of 40’ under the supervision of a dive professional. This is not the full certification but is the initial step to the entry-level class. You will need to complete 2 dives with an instructor locally or their travel destination. Rental of mask, fins and snorkel will be included at no extra charge. We encourage you to purchase your own mask, fins and snorkel. This “personal gear” needs to be comfortable for all divers to enjoy their dives. PASS SCUBADVR INDIVIDUAL FEE $250 PRE-REQUIREMENTS required liability lease required medical forms forms must be turned in 7-10 days prior to start SCUBA SCUBA provides an introduction into SCUBA diving in a highly supervised and relaxed manner. Participants learn basic safety concepts, get familiar with SCUBA gear and learn to relax and enjoy the underwater world. Kids SCUBA (5 years – 7 years) PASS SCUBA5 DAY(S) 1 day DURATION 2 hours INDIVIDUAL FEE $48 REGISTRATION contact before registration to schedule CONTACT [email protected] LIMITS any ‘YES’ answers on forms require doctors signature REGISTRATION contact before registration to schedule CONTACT [email protected] Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. REGISTER BY THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 15 Aquatic Center Information Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking (12 years & Older) Learn how to paddle a whitewater kayak in the comfort of a pool. An introductory course meant to inform the new paddler. Discussions will include terminology, safety, and planning. Activities will involve proper exit, rescue and gear recovery, strokes, edging and bracing. With advanced notice scouts can take the skills test required to get their kayaking badge at the end of the course. DAY(S) Wednesdays DURATION 7 classes, 2 hours DATE(S) TBD-please contact (260210-02) DATE(S) TBD-please contact (340388-01) TIME 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm INDIVIDUAL FEE $140 CONTACT [email protected] What are you looking for in Aquatics? Have you browsed our many programs but are unable to find something that fits your needs and desires? We invite you to let us know what you are looking for! At Swim Chicago Southland, we are open to new ideas and challenges and welcome any suggestions you may have. The Aquatics staff at the Matteson Community Center holds multiple certifications in various areas of aquatics and with our knowledge, we can design a specific program for you! Feel free to email us your thoughts about new programs/events and we will email you back. CONTACT 16 [email protected] MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Fitness Center Information New Fitness Membership Fees RESIDENT MEMBERSHIP RESIDENT INDIVIDUAL COUPLE FAMILY 3 FAMILY 4 FAMILY 5 SENIOR/STUDENT YOUTH YEARLY $420 $564 $708 $852 $996 $336 $120 MONTHLY $39 $59 $76 $91 $103 $28 $12 NON-RESIDENT MEMBERSHIP INDIVIDUAL COUPLE FAMILY 3 FAMILY 4 FAMILY 5 SENIOR/STUDENT YOUTH YEARLY $564 $708 $852 $996 $1140 $480 $120 MONTHLY $51 $73 $92 $109 $121 $40 $12 3-MONTH MEMBERSHIP/SEASONAL PASSES INDIVIDUAL COUPLE COLLEGE SUMMER PASS COLLEGE HOLIDAY WINTER PASS RESIDENT $156 $236 $60 $25 NON-RESIDENT $204 $292 $60 $25 Information and Pricing, contact Tyrone Davis, 708-441-4500 Swedish Massages Deep Tissues Pre-Natal Massages Sports Massages Chakra Massages Custom Massages Swedish Massage F ocused on relaxation using techniques such as effleurage and petrissage Deep Tissue F ocused on releasing particular areas of muscle tension by using specific techniques and methods Pre-natal Massage Is focused on helping the expecting Mother to relax and work through common areas of tension such as low back pain. Sports Massage: Sports massage focuses on muscles relevant to the event. For athletes who train continuously, the goal is to enhance endurance, lessen the chance of injury and shorten the time needed to recover from an event. Matteson Community Center CHILDCARE CENTER HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Unlimited Childcare $12.00 per month, per child, in addition to your membership (2 hour maximum per visit) Daily Drop-in Rate $3.00 per hour, per child, based on a 1 hour minimum (2 hour maximum per visit) Terms and Conditions ● ● ● ● INDIVIDUAL – Adults 14 years and older. COUPLE – Two persons living in the same household. FAMILY – Includes a total of immediate family members* living in the same household. (Proof of residence required). SENIOR – Persons 55 & older. COLLEGE – Full time students 18-25 years old. STUDENT – persons attending school full-time between the ages of 14-25 years old. (Proof of enrollment required.) YOUTH – children 13 & under. *Immediate family members are defined as parents and their non-adult (24 years old & under) children residing in the same household. Personal Training Pricing Massage Therapy ● Members can prepay for a 12-month membership (and save $) or may set up monthly payments to be deducted from their personal checking account or credit card, (Discover, Visa, American Express or MasterCard). All memberships (excluding youth passes and three-month memberships) must pay an enrollment fee of $50 (includes a t-shirt, 3 guest passes, 15 min. chair massage and a half hour body assessment with a personal trainer.) Three-month memberships must be paid in full, in advance. A $25 service charge/ reinstatement fee (per household) will be applied to all declined payments. All members will be issued a Matteson Community Center membership photo I.D. 1 SESSION: $45.00 5 SESSIONS: $185.00 10 SESSIONS: $370.00 15 SESSIONS: $550.00 *MUST BUY AS A PACKAGE *Each Session is 1 hour Fitness memberships are available to persons 14 years and older, and include: ••Unlimited access to the fitness area during operating hours ••Indoor walking track (1/16 mile) ••Saunas and Steam rooms (18 & Older) ••Open gym (when available) ••Open swim (when available) ••Equipment and amenities list available ••Group Exercise Classes (see page 21) General Operating Hours:** MON. – FRI.: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM SATURDAY: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM SUNDAY: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM **Hours are subject to change Holiday Hours: Memorial Day & Independence Day: 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Ages for Childcare are 18 months to 12 year olds Childcare reservation is not required. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. You must sign in your child at the front reception desk and then proceed to the Childcare room. Members who have the unlimited childcare option on their membership must check-in at the front reception desk and sign your child in at the Childcare Center. Members who wish to pay cash must pre-pay at the front reception desk and submit the receipt to the Childcare attendant. Members will sign their child in at the Childcare Center. If a member uses more service time than what was originally purchased, they will be asked to return to the front reception desk and pay the extra time. Only parents, grandparents or legal guardians are allowed to bring children into the Childcare Center. No one is allowed to leave the building when their child is in the Matteson Community Center Childcare center. No exceptions! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 17 Fitness Center Information Group Exercise Classes For Members Only The SilverSneakers Fitness Program: is an innovative health, exercise and wellness program helping older adult’s live healthy, active lifestyles. Get fit, have fun, make friends! N eed to order your SilverSneakers ID Card? Enroll online at silversneakers.com Silver and Fit: A fitness and healthy aging program designed to help member achieve better health through regular exercise, for eligible Medicare/Medicaid health plan member. E ligible member must identify themselves through an ID card, temporary ID card or a health plan ID card Cardio Bootcamp: A popular interval class that mixes calisthenics and body weight exercises with cardio and strength training. This Bootcamp is designed in a way to be different all the time, and push our participants harder then they’d push themselves. Zumba: These classes are “fitness parties” that blend upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout that feels like a celebration. Power Pilates: C ore strength is where it all begins. Every move you make can be easier if your core muscles are strong! This is a back to basics strength and toning class for everyone. Flat Abs, arms that only wave good-by once, and strong hips and legs for more secure balance! Intro to Yoga: T his classical Yoga class systematically works the entire body, stretching muscles, building foundational strength, detoxing internal organs, stimulating the glandular systems, and challenging the cardiovascular system. This class is appropriate for beginners and more experienced students alike. Cycle (GiGi): High energy aerobics class that builds stamina endurance and leg strength. You can go at your own pace where you are in control of the stationary bike, Intervals are utilized to build endurance and promote weight loss. This class has a very high potential for fat burning. All are welcome from experienced rider to novice. Cycle shoes are not needed. Mix’n Fit Intervals: T his interval class that mixes calisthenics and body weight exercises with cardio and strength training. These classes are designed in a way to be different all the time, and push our participants harder than they’d push themselves! Cycle (Sam): T he goal for this class is to help participants achieve the following outcomes. Improve cardiovascular fitness and endurance, lower body muscular endurance, toning and function strength and achieve the sheer enjoyment of working out on the spin bike. Music is a big factor in the success of this class. Using music that will motivate, inspire, and help people forget they are actually working out. Yoga Core: T his heart-pumping, soul-seeking, energy-inducing fitness program focuses on core strength for the ultimate full body workout. Using weights, balls, bands, and your won body weight as resistance, this program will keep you burning calories long after the class is over. Kettle Bell: C an be used in ballistic (explosive) swinging movements utilizing the whole body along with momentum or used in more traditional press and squat exercises. Kettle Bell exercises are whole-body exercises requiring full body integration and core stabilization. There is no such thing as isolated muscle work in Kettle Bell Training. Barre: S et to upbeat music (to keep you motivated), our 60-minute class starts with a warm up and sequence of upper-body exercises using light free weights, push-ups and plank. It’s here that we target the bicep, tricep, shoulder, chest and back muscles. Then we move into a series of ballet Barre or floor exercises that focus on the thighs – which we then stretch. 18 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Strength & Core: S trength & Core combines the intensity of weight training with the core strength of Pilates. You will use hand weights, stability balls, tubing and your yoga mats. You will be challenged to develop muscle tone, core strength, stability and balance. Power Step: A n intense aerobics class using the Stepper. Step aerobics burns 30-60 % more calories than traditional aerobics with particular emphasis on hips, thighs, abdominals, and buttocks. Jump Rope: In this class not only do you work your heart and burn body fat, but you will also gain speed and quickness, develop agility, coordination and balance, and boost strength and power. This is definitely one of the best ways to train for overall fitness! Bootcamp: A popular interval class that mixes calisthenics and body weight exercises with cardio and strength training. This bootcamp is designed in a way to be different all the time, and push our participants harder than they’d push themselves. We want to keep you guessing and challenging you every class! Although our instructor may push you like a drill sergeant, our goal is to offer encouragement. We want you to have tons of fun. Body Works Plus Abs: C onsists of 20 minutes of cardio weight lifting, 20 minute of leg routine using steps and risers and 20 minutes of Abs. Lean & Mean: W ork your muscles in every way possible in this class designed to build strength, add definition, increase your bone destiny, and decrease your body fat by increasing your lean muscle. Using hand weights, plate loaded barbells, tubing and your own body weight. Zumba Step: Those who are looking to feel the burn! Looking to strengthen and tone your legs and glutes. Step Right up! We combine the awesome toning and strengthening with the fun fitness-party that only Zumba brings to the dance floor. Guest Pass Policy: •• Guest Passes are available for Members 18 & older. •• Guest Passes are only good from the time of purchase through the closing of the Community Center. •• All guests must provide current photo identification and fill out and sign a waiver of liability form. Members cannot purchase a guest pass if they have any outstanding balances. Matteson Community Center management reserves the right to change the Guest Pass Policy as needed. Any changes to the policy will accompany a 48 hour notice displayed in the Matteson Community Center and on our website. YOUTH OPEN GYM & SWIM PASS Ages: 3 – 13 years old Fees: $12.00 Monthly (via EFT) or $120.00 Annually PASS DEFINITION P ass can only be purchased by an adult. (18 years or older) ● Pass can be used during the posted age appropriate Open Gym & Swim times. Matteson Community Center will provide supervision during these posted times. ● Open Gym & Swim schedules will be posted and available online at mattesoncommunitycenter.org or at the Member Services Desk. ● Pass can also be used during Member-only times as long as an adult (18 years or older) member is directly supervising the Youth pass holder. ● Adult (18 years or older) supervision is always required for a Youth Gym & Swim pass holder. ● Parent or Guardian must remain on premises for all youth age 9 years old and under. ● ID’s, wristbands and or a stamp may be required during all Open Gym & Swim times. ● Splash Pad (Seasonal) ● Fitness, Health & Wellness Information Master Zumba Party The Matteson Community Center would like to thank and recognize our dedicated Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 4th. The wildly popular Zumba Instructor, Lisa Marie, will be joining us for an exhilarating night of dancing. Doors will open at 6 pm. Pictures will be taken before at 7 pm and Master class will start at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $15 dollars in advance and $20 at the door purchase online at: App.punchpass.net/org/30/passes. Click on Lisa Marie Master Class PROGRAM: LOCATION: AGES: DAY/DATE: TIMES: 161301-01 Matteson Community Center 14 & Older Saturday, June 4th 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Zero to 5K Challenge Come join the challenge in this noncompetitive 5k run/walk (3.1 mile) that will start on the Matteson Community Center Campus and will take you through the community. Awards will be given to all participants. PROGRAM: LOCATION: AGES: DAY/DATES: TIMES: 261301-02 Matteson Community Center All Ages Saturday, July 23rd Starting at 7:30 a.m. MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 19 Rental Information Matteson Ordinance 97.02 Use Of Facilities: ● ● P ark facilities may be utilized only for the purpose for which they are designed unless special permission is granted by the Director of Recreational Services. Park facilities may be reserved or used by groups or organizations upon approval of a park permit issued by the Matteson Recreational Services Department. The party to which a park permit has been granted shall have priority use of the reserved facility. Matteson Community Center, 20642 Matteson Avenue All pricing based on one (1) hour minimum rental time. Pool Party Room Rental Pool Parties available MONDAY through THURSDAY 8:00 p.m to 9:30 pm. FRIDAY 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. SATURDAY 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. & SUNDAY 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Rental includes room, set up of tables & chairs. Pool & Splash Pad Rentals are not exclusive. *Pre-approval required. POOL PARTY ROOM RENTALS MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT OCCUPANCY Pool + Pool Room A $65/hr $70/hr $85/hr $120/hr (1-25) Pool + Pool Room B $60/hr $65/hr $80/hr $115/hr (1-15) Pool + Pool Room A&B $115/hr $125/hr $155/hr $220/hr (21-40) POOL ROOM & SPLASH PAD MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT SEASONAL Pool Room A + Splash Pad $80/hr $85/hr $100/hr $135/hr (1-25) Pool Room B + Splash Pad $75/hr $80/hr $95/hr $130/hr (1-15) Pool Room A&B + Splash Pad $145/hr $155/hr $185/hr $255/hr (21-40) SPLASH PAD + SPLASH PAD ROOM MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT SEASONAL Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $65/hr $70/hr $85/hr $120/hr (1-25) POOL + SPLASH PAD + POOL ROOM + SPLASH PAD ROOM MEMBER RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FOR-PROFIT SEASONAL Pool Room A + Pool + Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $130/hr $140/hr $170/hr $240/hr (1-25 each) Pool Room B + Pool + Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $125/hr $135/hr $165/hr $235/hr (1-20 each) Pool Room A&B + Pool + Splash Pad + Splash Pad Room $180/hr $195/hr $240/hr $340/hr (1-40 each) Multi-Purpose Room Rental* Member Resident Non-Resident For-Profit Commercial* Room 105 or 107 (1-20 people) $ 35/hr. $ 40/hr. $ 55/hr. $ 85/hr. Room 102 (Glass Room) (1-40 people) $ 40/hr. $ 45/hr. $ 60/hr. $ 90/hr. Room 108 or 110 (1-50 people) $ 45/hr. $ 50/hr. $ 65/hr. $ 95/hr. Both Room 108 & 110 (51-100 people) $ 80/hr. $ 90/hr. $120/hr. $180/hr. Eagle’s Nest (incl. Party Host) (30-40 people) $ 50/hr. $ 55/hr. $ 70/hr. $100/hr. Athletic Field Rental Matteson Athletic Fields (excluding Matteson Community Center fields) are available to reserve beginning May 1, 2016 at the fees listed below. The Recreational Services Department reserves the right to cancel any rental if the field reserved is not in playable condition due to inclement weather. For definition of fees, please call the Matteson Recreational Services Department at 441-4500. Oakwood Recreation Center Room Rentals: Memorial Park Fieldhouse / Picnic Pavilion Rental Permits The Oakwood Recreation Center Rooms, Memorial Park Fieldhouse, and Park Pavilions are available for rental by paid permit at the fees listed below. Certain restrictions apply. RESIDENCY STATUS PARK PAVILION PERMIT Picnic Fee Electric Fee Fee Matteson Resident $80 $20 $60 Matteson Business $105 $20 $85 Matteson Not For Profit $55 $20 $30 Non-Resident N-R Not For Profit N-R Business $180 $155 $205 OAKWOOD RECREATION CENTER ROOM PERMIT FIELDHOUSE PERMIT $20 $20 $20 Fee Reserve Fee With Bases Drag Fee $60.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$15.00 +$25.00 $85.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$35.00 +$25.00 $30.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$25.00 +$25.00 $85.00/2 hrs. $35.00 +$50.00 +$35.00 $85.00/2 hrs. $25.00 +$35.00 +$35.00 $160.00/2 hrs. $35.00 +$50.00 +$35.00 $30.00 each additional hr. $40.00 each additional hr. $15.00 each additional hr. $85 $40.00 each additional hr. $85 $40.00 each add’r hr. $160 ATHLETIC PERMIT $80.00 each additional hr. Special Criteria Related To All Permits ● ● ● Park Rental Deposit: $100 Resident, $150 Non-Resident. No refunds once park is reserved. Full payment is required at time of booking including room rental fee & deposit, must allow 7 days prior to dates requested. ● ● ● ● ● 20 Telephone registration for permits is not accepted. Village sponsored activities will have first priority. Requests must be approved by the Recreational Services Department. $50 Cash deposit fee is required for all room rentals except for Room 108/110 Cash deposit must be picked up within 30 days after rental date. MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 $100 Cash deposit for Room 108/110. Proof of residency is required by all Permit applicants to receive the resident rate. NFP must present a current Not For Profit letter from the state to receive these fees. Requests for rental refunds must be made 14 days prior to rental date. A $50 fee will be ● ● ● ● assessed. Less than 14 days, no refund is given. Questions, call 708-441-4500. ● Summer Camp & Work Study “A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives” –Jackie Robinson Join our W.E. family Matteson Summer Camp As you look for summer camps and other fun activities to keep your kids busy during summer break, why not consider Matteson & Workstudy Enterprise Summer Camp? Matteson Summer Camp is a great way to help your kids avoid summer learning loss, and head back to school with confidence. It is the primary goal of the Village of Matteson and Workstudy Enterprise to make sure camp is a fun and enjoyable environment for each participant. The experiences and bonds that are formed at camp will last them a lifetime. We offer a program that will provide each camper with the opportunity to: • Focus on various specific skills or subject areas – math, reading, arts, sports • Summer Camp is designed with engaging activities and games to make summer learning fun. • Develop positive self-image and understand everyone has value and insight • Develop healthy social/interpersonal skills • Create a healthy and active lifestyle in a safe environment. Our camps are available starting at Pre-K to 8th Grade KIDDIE CAMP DAY CAMP (CHILDREN AGE 3 – KINDERGARDEN) (CHILDREN IN GRADES 1-8) DATES DATES SESSION I: JUNE 6 – JULY 1 SESSION I: JUNE 6 – JULY 1 SESSION II: JULY 5 – JULY 29 SESSION II: JULY 5 – JULY 29 SESSION III: JUNE 6 – JULY 29TH SESSION III: JUNE 6 – JULY 29TH TIME: 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Before & After Care available. Pricing, See Summer Camps next page. For more information contact program manager @ 708-996-4091 E WorkStudy stablished in 1995, Workstudy Enterprises is here for most of your child/youth student-athlete needs. Specializing in homework, tutoring, mentoring, talent development and sports camps for children kindergarten through 12th grade. Workstudy Enterprises “The Homework Headquarters” has been located in Matteson for almost two decades assisting hundreds of student-athletes achieve their goals. We have expanded, but quality service remains the reason why Workstudy has been the preferred youth facility for academic assistance and talent discovery! Workstudy previously located on Vollmer Road re-located to the Oakwood Community Center in September of 2011! We welcome new and old resident’s families to stop by, enroll and gain the quality and tradition so many families of this community have experienced through the years! Log on to www.workstudyenterprises.com or call (708) 283-5706 and ask for Shawn or Cherryl Mitchell; proud to offer hands on ownership!! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 21 Summer Camp Programs Matteson Summer Camp (Day Camp & Kiddie Kamp) DAY CAMP - Session I: (Day Camp is for Children in Grades 1-8) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 630000-01 (6-7 yrs.) June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. $340 R $390 NR $300 R $350 NR 630000-02 (8-11 yrs.) June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $340 R $390 NR $300 R $350 NR 630000-03 (12-14) June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $340 R $390 NR $300 R $350 NR DAY CAMP - Session II: (Day Camp is for Children in Grades 1-8) (No Program July 4) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 630000-04 (6-7 yrs.) July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $340 R $390 NR $300 R $350 NR 630000-05 (8-11 yrs.) July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $340 R $390 NR $300 R $350 NR 630000-06 (12-14) July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $340 R $390 NR $300 R $350 NR DAY CAMP - BOTH: (Day Camp is for Children in Grades 1-8) (No Program July 4) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 630000-07 (6-7 yrs.) June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $670 R $720 NR $630 R $680 NR 630000-08 (8-11 yrs.) June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $670 R $720 NR $630 R $680 NR 630000-09 (12-14) June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $670 R $720 NR $630 R $680 NR KIDDIE KAMP - SESSION I: (Kiddie Kamp is for Children age 3-Kindergarden) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 61000-01 June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $185 R $235 NR $170 R $220 NR 61000-02 June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $185 R $235 NR $170 R $220 NR KIDDIE KAMP - SESSION II: (Kiddie Kamp is for Children age 3-Kindergarden) (No program July 4) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 61000-03 July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $185 R $235 NR $170 R $220 NR 61000-04 July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $185 R $235 NR $170 R $220 NR KIDDIE KAMP - BOTH: (Kiddie Kamp is for Children age 3-Kindergarden) (No program July 4) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 61000-05 June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $360 R $410 NR $345 R $395 NR 61000-06 June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.0 $360 R $410 NR $345 R $395 NR 22 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SPRING 2016 2ND CHILD Special Events Programs SUN MON 1 TUES 2 WED 3 THURS FRI SAT 4 5 6 7 Groundhog Day 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 Mother’s Day Memorial Day Parade SUN Mother’s Day MON June May Memorial Day TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Nova Quarter Horses Daddy & Me Flag Day 19 Father’s Day 26 20 21 22 23 28 29 30 Summer Begins 27 24 World’s Largest Swim Lesson Concert Series @ Woodgate Park MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 25 23 Special Events Programs SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI July 3 4 SAT 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 Independence Day 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20` 21 22 23 Summer Concert Series @ Victory Apostolic 24 25 26 27 28 29 MON TUES WED THURS FRI 30 31 SUN SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Summer Concert Series @ Memorial Park 24 21 22 23 24 28 29 30 31 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 25 26 August 27 Special Events Programs Now Selling Tickets & Season Passes for Six Flags Great America! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 25 Special Events Programs Matteson Summer Concert Series 2016 Friday, June 24th, 6:00 p.m., at Woodgate Park Friday, July 22, 2016, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m., at Victory Apostolic Church Friday, August 19th, 6:00 p.m., at Memorial Park Nova Quarter Horses Daddy & Me Celebrate Father’s Day “horsin’ around” with your child at Nova Quarter Horses! This is a hands-on opportunity to work with your own individual horse and partcipante in a group riding lesson. Come out and enjoy this unique Father’s Day experience with your child! PROGRAM: LOCATION: AGE: TIME/DAY: FEE: 26 161300-01 Matteson Community Center 5 & Older Saturday, June 18th 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. $54.00 (per couple) / Additional: $17.00 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 World’s Largest Swim Lesson Join us as we help break the record for the World’s Largest Swim Lesson and raise awareness about water safety and drowning prevention! Meet us at the pool for an all ages swim lesson featuring our very own Chicagoland’s Premier Swim School. The best part? This event helps spread awareness that Swim Lessons Save Lives and it is 100% FREE! DATE: TIME : EMAIL Friday, June 24th, 2016 TBD [email protected] for information on how to register Summer Camp Information BEFORE CAMP - (Day Campers Only) (per session) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 60000-01 June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 6 a.m. – 8 a.m. $130 R $140 NR $100 R $120 NR 60000-02 July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 6 a.m. – 8 a.m. $130 R $140 NR $100 R $120 NR 60000-03 June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 6 a.m. – 8 a.m. $240 R $250 NR $220 R $230 NR FEES AFTER CAMP - (Day Campers Only) (per session) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME 2ND CHILD 60000-04 June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $175 R $185 NR $155 R $165 NR 60000-05 July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $175 R $185 NR $155 R $165 NR 60000-06 June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $330 R $340 NR $310 R $320 NR BEFORE & AFTER CAMP - (Day Campers Only) (per session) PROGRAM DATES DAY TIME FEES 2ND CHILD 60000-07 June 6 – July 1 Monday - Friday 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $290 R $300 NR $270 R $280 NR 60000-08 July 5 – July 29 Monday - Friday 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $290 R $300 NR $270 R $280 NR 60000-09 June 6 – July 29 Monday - Friday 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $560 R $570 NR $540 R $550 NR Day Camp & Kiddie Kamp Field Trips: Before & After Camp: Field Trip day’s campers will be dropped off and picked up at the Matteson Community Center. All Day Camp & Kiddie Kamp field trips are included in your registration fee. Additional money may be sent for souvenirs and concessions. Day Camp & Kiddie Kamp Staff are NOT responsible for camper’s money. Detailed information will be sent home. If you have any questions please contact the Matteson Community Center at 708.441.4500. There is no regular camp on field trip days. This camp is for those who need extended hours before and after camp time. To qualify for this program, your child must be enrolled in regular Day Camp. Camp Orientation: The Village of Matteson Recreational Services Department has joined forces with Workstudy Enterprise this summer for Day Camp, and Kiddie Kamp. Please come to orientation where you can meet your child’s counselors and have your questions answered! Parents are strongly encouraged to attend camp orientation. We will review camp policies and procedures, discuss drop off/ pick-up procedures, pool days, and field trips. Please read your Day Camp and Kiddie Kamp manual prior to coming to orientation. Orientation for all camps will take place at Oakwood Recreation Center. Date: (Kiddie Kamp is Wednesday June 1st @ 6:00 p.m., and Day Camp is Wednesday June 1st @7:30 p.m. Family Discounts & Payment Plans: Day Camp & Kiddie Camp Swim Days A discount rate if offered for Day Camp, Kiddie Kamp, Before & After Camp if you register for both sessions at the same time, or if you have more than one child attending camp. Payment plan forms must be completed at the time of registration and required debit or credit card. Fifty percent of the entire fee is due at registration; payment in full is due June 17th for the first session, and July 15th for the second session. If not paid your child will not be able to attend camp until payment is received Swim days will be held at the Matteson Community Center on Friday (excluding Field Trip Days). Dry swim suits can be worn underneath clothing, but send along a change of clothes for the trip home. Don’t forget your towel and if you want deck shoes. Fieldtrips will not be made up due to inclement weather. Camp will not be held at Oakwood on Swim Days. Summer Camp: MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 27 Summer Camp Programs DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Summer Camp For Kid’s ages 7–18 years old, this Dance and Acting/Film, Television & Commercial, summer camp is perfectly designed and balanced for both, boys and girls, who could use a fun approach to gaining self-confidence, as well as for the ones who exude it? Whether your child is a novice or looking to pursue a professional acting or dance career, this camp covers the spectrum and guarantees loads of summer fun! Combining cool, personally inspired dance movement, and character exploration exercises created to inspire original, break through characters and choreography. Campers will have a great time being physically and mentally challenged to ultimately answer the question, “Who Am I?” They will enjoy reading, writing, and researching characters that will guide them to self discovery! Your blossoming artist will also have a blast learning to work together as a production team to shoot their own scene work to share with family and friends Full Day: (Choose your Session, extended camp is separate) PROGRAM# DATES DAY TIME FEES 120400-01 (7 wks) June 27 – August 12 (No Class July 1st & 4th) Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Extended camp: 3 pm - 6 pm $2,105.00 $1,312.50 120400-02 (4 wks) June 27 – July 22 ((No Class July 1st & 4th) Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Extended camp: 3 pm - 6 pm $1167.50 $750.00 120400-03 (3 wks) July 25 – August 12 Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Extended camp:: 3 pm - 6 pm $937.50 $562.00 Half Day: (Choose Morning or Afternoon Session) 28 PROGRAM# DATES DAY TIME FEES 120400-04 (7 wks) June 27 – August 12 (No Class July 1st & 4th) Monday - Friday Morning Session: 8:30 am - 12 pm Afternoon Session: 12 pm - 3 pm $1505.00 120400-05 (4 wks) June 27 – July 22 ((No Class July 1st & 4th) Monday - Friday Morning Session: 8:30 am - 12 pm Afternoon Session: 12 pm - 3 pm $774.00 120400-03 (3 wks) July 25 – August 12 Monday - Friday Morning Session: 8:30 am - 12 pm Afternoon Session: 12 pm - 3 pm $645.00 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Summer Camp Programs Summer Horse Camp 2016 Tri-Masters Youth Triathlon Training Program The Tri-Masters Sports Initiative Program is a 6-week program that helps children fight childhood obesity and live a healthy lifestyle through the sports of triathlon. Under the supervision of certified coaches, children will learn the sports of Triathlon consisting of swim, cycle and run techniques. Triathlon training offers children a fun, exciting way to stay in shape and achieve a level of confidence that remains elusive for many children. Discipline and a strong commitment to learn the sport is the minimum requirement for any child interested in the Tri-Master Sports Initiative Program. Please visit www.tri-masters.org to register LOCATION: AGES: DAY: DATES: TIMES: FEE: Come join us for the fun filled days of learning horsemanship skills. You will have hands-on experience in grooming, bridling and saddling horses. Every day will also include a riding lesson. On the last day, we will have a horse show for the students to show their families and friends everything they learned. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: DAY/DATES: TIME: FEE: 120301-01 Nova Quarter Horses 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena IL 60448 7 – 18 yr. olds Monday – Thursday Sess. I: June 13th – June 16th Sess. II: June 20th – June 23rd Sess. III: June 27th – June 30th Sess. IV: July 11th – July 14th Sess. V: July 18th – July 21st (Advanced Camp) Sess. VI: Aug. 1st – Aug. 4th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m $315.00 Matteson Community Center 6-14 yr. olds Monday - Friday June 20th – July 29th 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. $575.00 ($700 with transportation from 87th Dan Ryan) MCC Cheer Camp This two week camp is designed for the aspiring young athlete’s who wants to develop cheer skills in an exciting, creative and fun atmosphere with a dynamic staff. Campers will learn individual cheer skills, basic tumbling, partner stunts, voice projection, spirit dance and most importantly, teamwork! NEW MCC Cheer Team starting in the Fall Season. REGISTER TODAY FOR MCC CHEER CAMP! MCC Dance Academy Summer Intensive Program: MCC Dance Academy’s 3-Day Summer Intensive is a rigorous training program designed to motivate dancers age 7 - 14 or (pre-approved). Our Summer Intensive focuses on developing well-rounded dancers by exposure to a wide variety of disciplines, refine their skills in multiple forms, and broaden their dance vocabulary. Students participate in a minimum of 3 classes per day. Classes Include: Ballet, Afro-Contemporary, Hip-Hop, ModernHorton, Choreographic Workshop PROGRAM#: DATES: TIME: FEE: 160500-04 (Summer Intensive) Summer Intensive: (3-day Workshop) Aug 2nd – Aug 4th 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $352 (Payment Plans Available) PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGES: DATES: TIME: FEE: INSTRUCTOR: 1250300-01 Matteson Community Center (Gym) 5 & Older Monday – Friday Aug. 1st – Aug. 12th 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. $130.00 C.A.N.S. (Cheering Against Negative Situations) Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. REGISTER BY THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 29 Dance & Movement Programs MCC Dance Academy MCC Dance is an innovative high-quality and comprehensive training/performance program that builds technical proficiency as well as captivating performance skills. The Focus of this program is to develop well-rounded dance artist that excel in many styles of dance and have fun along the way. 160500-01 (Children’s Division) 160500-02 (Youth/Teen Division) 160500-03 (Adult Division) Summer Classes: (6 week session) June 7th – July 14th Summer Intensive: (3-day Workshop) Aug 2nd – Aug 4th PROGRAM#: DATES: CLASS DESCRIPTIONS: Adult Ballet (Beginner) – Adult Ballet is designed for students that are 18 years to learn BEGINNER LEVEL technique and terminology of the Cecchetti Style of Ballet. Students will work at a pace that conductive to body agility. Students will develop balance, coordination, grace, poise, rhythm and physical strength. Story Book Dance – Story Book Dance brings your kids favorite story books to LIFE! Students will HEAR, EXPLORE, and LEARN DANCES that retell their favorite stories through MOVEMENT. This class is designed to be a FUN way for students, ages 3-5 yrs old, to master hand-eye coordination, balance, and body movement through assimilation and recall, and encourage READING & CREATIVITY. SUMMER SCHEDULE TUESDAY Adult Ballet (Beg.) Ages: 18 & Older 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Fee: $107 Ballet I (Beg.) Ages: 6-12 yr. olds 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fee: $107 Ballet II: (Inter.) Ages: 10-17 yr. olds 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Fee: $107 Ages: 3-6 yr olds 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Fee: $82 THURSDAY Story Book Dance The Horton Review Ages: 16 & Older 9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fee: $119 Adult Ballet (Inter.) Ages: 18 & Older 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Fee: $107 Pre-Pointe (pre-appr.) Ages: 12 & Older 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $69 Summer 3-Day Intensive: Ages: 7-14 or pre-approved Summer Intensive Program DATES: TIME: FEE: Aug. 2nd – Aug. 4th 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tuesday: Ballet, Horton, Hip-Hop Wednesday: Ballet, Horton, Afro-Contemporary Thursday: Ballet, Hip-Hop, Choreographic Workshop $352 Registration Begins Monday, May 23, 2016 30 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 The Horton Review – This class will review the MODERN DANCE form created by Lester Horton, known as, the HORTON TECHNIQUE. Students will learn beginner-intermediate level progessions of the Horton Technique which was designed to encourage FLEXIBILTY, AGILITY, CORE, STRENGTH, and CREATIVITY. This class is great for the dancer and nondancer, alike. Adult Ballet – Intermediate – (For students who have mastered the movements of Ballet I). Students build upon the technique learned in Cecchetti Style of Ballet I and are chanllenged with more advance progressions, requiring greater strength and agaility. Correct posture and body placement will be an important component of this class. Participants must have mastered Ballet I before enrolling into the intermediate class or have the instructor’s consent to enroll. Pre-Pointe – Dancers will learn exercises and progressions that prepare them for en pointe work. Students must be 12yrs and up and have either begun or mastered the Cecchetti Styule Ballet II level or highter to attend (or been PRE-APPROVED by the instructor). Ballet attire is required. Split-sole leather ballet shoes REQUIRED. Pre-Pointe shoes are OPTIONAL. (Note: Pointe Shoes are NOT needed in this class) Dance & Movement Programs Stepping with Style Want to learn how to step? Then this class is for you! Stepping is an organized form of rhythmic dance. Students will learn basic steps and turns of stepping. No longer will you be on the outside looking in. You will be able to join in with all the other steppers in the Chicago-land area. Salamm’s Production presented the award for “Favorite Stepping Class” in the South Suburban area to the Matteson Community Center. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME: DAY/DATES: FEE: INSTRUCTOR: 12015-0112015-02 Matteson Community Center 16 & Older 7:20 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. Tuesdays Sess. I: May 24th – June 21st Sess. II: July 5th – Aug. 2nd Indiv: $48.00 / Coup: $88.00 Jerylyn Talley HipQuake Belly Dance Fitness This class is a full body workout that uses a combination of light calisthenics and belly dance movement in isolation to tighten and tone the body. Emphasis is on fusion Turkish and Egyptian belly dance with a little African and Latin Dance. This Summer Session will focus on burning calories (min. burn per class +450 cal), having fun with a new experience or advancing the skills for all returning students. Veil will continue to be prominently featured for the Summer Classes. The instructor may have a few available for us; however, you may purchase or bring your own. Notes: • All dance techniques can be modified to address individual;s physical limitations • Items available for purchase: Hip Scarves & Class Music • Attire: Socks, Ballet or Jazz Slippers and close fitted fitness tops • Veil requirements: Size (L): 2.5 yrd material; (W): 36 in. Material Type: Silk, Chiffon, or any lightweight material PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME: DAY/DATES: Line Dancing Line Dance for your health! Here’s your exercise and dance lesson combined into one. Come out and learn the new slides as you dance and exercise your pounds away! Be ready for the upcoming events in your life which may include weddings, graduations, white parties, birthdays, cruises, social engagements, etc. you do not want to miss this class! Space is limited LOCATION: AGE: TIMES: PRGM/DATES: FEE: INSTRUCTOR: Oakwood Recreation Center 16 & Older 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday 12047-01: May 10th – June 14th 12047-03: June 28th – Aug. 2nd Thursday 12047-02: May 12th – June 16th 12047-04: June 30th – Aug. 4th $65.00 / NR $70.00 (per participant) Bridgette Sheppard FEE: INSTRUCTOR: 12040-02 Matteson Community Center 18 & Older 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday Sess. II: May 27 - Aug 8th (No class July 1st) $40.00 (per participant) Kim Simmons Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. REGISTER BY THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE! MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 31 Rich Township Programs Rich Township Web Site: http//www.richtownship.org Senior Department E-Mail: [email protected] Senior Center: 297 Liberty Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466 Phone: 748-5454 / Fax: 748-5264 Town Hall: 22013 Governors Highway, Richton Park, IL 60471 Phone: 748-6722 / Fax: 748-8796 In-Home Service: This help is provided on a sliding fee scale to those senior citizens, 60 years of age and older or disabled, for several hours a week. Light housekeeping, assistance with meal preparation, shopping and laundry services can be provided. Extend-A-Meal: Rich Township Senior Citizens, 60 and over or disabled who qualify, based on need, can receive home delivered meals. Hot noon meals are delivered five days a week through private pay program. Further information, call 748-5454. Rich Township Transportation: Rich Township Senior Citizens, 55 years of age and older, and handicapped individuals of all ages, can take advantage of the bus service throughout the township Registration Necessary Call 748-5454 for more information (Various classes have a fee) AARP Driver Safety Classes Bi-Monthly - Times to be announced Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Classes Available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call Rich Township at 748-6727 and make reservations for this service 1 week in advance. Buses are equipped with a wheelchair lift. One hour transportation is available for shopping only. Blood Pressure: Registered nurses are available each Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon to take your blood pressure at the Rich Township Senior Center. There is no charge and no appointment is necessary. On the fourth Thursday ONLY from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Rich Township in conjunction with the Park Forest Health Department, is offering the blood pressure plus additional services. These services may include: diabetes screening, cholesterol check, hemocult kit, health evaluation, and medication information. Cards Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Informational Seminars Line Dancing Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monthly Movies 2nd Wednesday @ 1:00 p.m. Monthly Trips Jewelry Class 2nd & 4th Tuesday @ 1:00 p.m. Podiatry Clinic Call for an appointment Every Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Yarn-ers Every Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Rules of the Road Registration Required 4th Wednesday at Senior Center every other month @ 1:30 p.m. Senior Exercise Class Monday/Wednesday/Friday @ 10:00 a.m. Yoga Class Fridays 2:00 p.m. ($4.00 per class) Haircuts 1st & 3rd Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Call 748-5454 to make an appointment AARP monthly meeting 3rd Monday @ 1:15 p.m. (do not meet in July & August) 32 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Skilled Crafts & Fine Arts Programs Nova Horseback Riding All ages can begin to enjoy horseback riding lessons at Nova Quarter Horses, Inc. Whether you rode years ago or always wanted to learn, now is your chance. You will learn beginner through advanced Western and English styles of riding from qualified instructors. With our indoor and outdoor arenas, Nova is able to offer lessons year round. 5 Lessons card gives you 5 one hour individual lessons with a qualified instructor. Must register at the Matteson Community Center before setting a schedule PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME/DAY: FEE: 160900-01 Nova Quarter Horses 10129 W. 187th Street, Mokena IL 60448 6 & Older After Registration, contact Nova Quarter Horses @ 708-479-3696 to set up a schedule $175.00 (per participant) Piano Lessons This program is year round and for all ages. The program will feature learning reading skills, rhythm skills, keyboard geographic, music theory, primary technique training and playing by chord approach. After the private consecutive hour lesson, those who are registering students there will be a conference for potential direction. Materials are to be supplied by the participants (approx. $8.00). Registrants should contact Diane Egan at 708-748-7509 to set-up the private lesson first before registering at the Matteson Community Center. AGES/FEE: TIME/DAY: WKS: 160901-01 (Pre-Piano) 3-4 yr. olds $90.00 (per participant) 160901-02 (Beg. Piano) 5 & Older $90.00 (per participant) 160901-03 (Sr. Piano) 55 & Older $71.00 (per participant) Contact Diane Egan at 748-7509 to set up schedule 6 wks Intermediate Bridge Improve your Declarer Play Do It Today! If you wait until the last minute to register, the program or class you want may not be there. At some point, we have to determine if enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Wait too long and the class may have been canceled due to low enrollment. So save a class. REGISTER BY THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE! Students will review the ABC’s of declarer’s plan to meet their objective in making a contract. Students learn to recognize a suit better played by the opponent; identify the exit card; and to eliminate the defender’s option Supervised Play Students will practice skills learned during class in an abbreviated duplicated game. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME: DAY/DATES: FEE: WKS: INSTRUCTOR: 140903-01 (Class) 140904-01 (Sup. Play) Matteson Community Center 18 & Older Class: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sup. Play: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Mondays Sess. I: July 11th – Sept 13th No Class Aug 15th Class: $62.50/ NR $67.50 Sup. Play: $33.50 / NR $37.50 8 wks Mattie Young MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 33 Skilled Crafts & Fine Arts Programs Senior Nova Horseback Riding Whether you rode years ago or always wanted to learn, now is your chance. You will learn beginner through advanced Western and English styles of riding from qualified instructors. With our indoor and outdoor areanas, Nova is able to offer lessons year round. Register at the Matteson Community Center to receive a lesson card good for three, 45 minute lessons. Once your lesson card is purchased, call the stable to arrange classes at (708-479-3696. Long pants and hard soled or gym shoes are required. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME/DAY: FEE: 34 160900-02 Nova Quarter Horses 10129 W. 187th Street Mokena, IL 60448 55 & Older After Registration, contact Nova Quarter Horses @ 708-479-3696 to set up a schedule $110.00 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 SSRA Programs South Suburban Special Recreation Association South Suburban Special Recreation Association (SSSRA) is a therapeutic recreation program that is an extension of the Matteson Parks & Recreation Department. SSSRA is organized to provide individuals with special needs or disabilities the opportunity to be involved in year round recreation programs. SSSRA programs are for individuals from birth through adult who are in special education classes, sheltered workshops or whom have recreational needs not met by traditional park district programs. Persons residing in SSSRA member agency communities are considered residents. These agencies are: Country Club Hills Park District, Frankfort Square Park District, Hazel Crest Park District, Homewood-Flossmoor Park District, Lan-Oak Park District, Matteson Recreational Division, Oak Forest Park District, Olympia Fields Park District, Park Forest Recreation & Parks Department, Richton Park Parks & Recreation Department, and Tinley Park-Park District. Programs and special events are offered seasonally throughout the year. They include programs in the areas of Early Childhood Development, Cultural Arts, Illinois Special Olympics, Summer Day Camp, Sports & Fitness, Social Programs, Adaptive Sports, Special Events and Overnight Trips. A complete program brochure is available at the Matteson Parks & Recreation Department and the SSSRA office. Please call the SSSRA office if you would like to receive the SSSRA brochure on a seasonal basis. Professional staff with experience in the field of Therapeutic Recreation or a related field supervise all SSSRA programs. They are assisted by individuals who are trained by SSSRA staff in specific areas of therapeutic recreation. Scholarships are available to SSSRA residents with disabilities who would like to participate in one or more programs, but cannot afford the fees charged. Through the Inclusion process, SSSRA staff members are available to help participants choose an appropriate program, conduct staff trainings, or supply adaptive equipment if you or a family member is interested in a park district or recreation department program. Janet Porter, CTRS – Executive Director Lisa Drzewiecki – Superintendent Pam Alvarado – Operations Manager Tammy McMahon – Program Manager Heather Specht, CTRS – Inclusion Manager Katie Lucas, CTRS – Support Staff Manager 19910 80th Avenue Tinley Park, IL 60487 815-806-0384 (Phone) 815-806-0390 (Fax) 711 (Illinois Relay System) www.sssra.org SSSRA Offers Summer Day Camp South Suburban Special Recreation Association is currently taking registrations for the 2016 Summer Day Camp season. Day Camps are offered Monday through Friday, June 13 - August 5, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. SSSRA Day Camps are organized and implemented to accommodate individuals based on their special needs. Camp activities include arts & crafts, games, music, swimming, field trips and more! For more information, call the SSSRA office at 815-806-0384. Weight Lifting and Water Aerobics Ready to get in shape and feel energized? We will spend half of the program in the pool, working on core muscle strengthening and overall body conditioning. The other half of the program will be in the weight room to work on cardiovascular exercises as well as overall strength training. Please bring workout clothes, gym shoes, a water bottle, swimsuit, and towel. Participants may want to consider bringing a key lock for the lockers. Participants must be able to work successfully in a 1:4 staff to participant ratio. Please note that we share the pool with the public. All individuals must complete the SSSRA registration form and return it to the SSSRA office. AGE: LOCATION: DAY/DATE: TIME: FEE: Persons ages 14 and older Matteson Community Center (Matteson Ave) Mon, June 13 - Aug 1, No program July 4 6:30 - 8:30 pm R: $69, NR: $276 Stretch, Tone & Lift Put on some workout clothes, grab a bottle of water, and join us for a workout at the gym. We will be enhancing our cardiovascular and muscular strength, burning calories, and feeling good with a variety of workouts. We will be using machine and free weights, as well as incorporating cardio workouts. All individuals must complete the SSSRA registration form and return it to the SSSRA office. Door-to-door transportation is offered free of charge due to the generosity of the Aileen S. Andrew Foundation. You will be notified of your pick-up time for door-to-door transportation. AGE: LOCATION: DAY/DATE: TIME: FEE: Persons ages 21 and older with a physical disability Matteson Community Center (Matteson Ave) Mon, June 13 - Aug 1, No program July 4 11:00 am - 12:00 pm R: $31, R w/ Trans: $31, NR: $124 Rob Hentschel – Recreation Specialist Alexandra Szymanski – Recreation Specialist Regina Ross-Ellison – Finance & Office Manager Sandy DeFrancesco – Secretary/Registrar Laura Pubins – Secretary/Registrar Anna Broccolo – Public Relations Manager John Braun – Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 35 Sports & Athletics Programs Junior NFL Flag Football This fun program will allow players an opportunity to showcase their speed and agility, while participating in a fun and non-tackle football league. The league is designed to teach players to work as a team, as well as other skills and lessons that will help them succeed on and off of the field. Participants will receive a game jersey for game play, but must provide their own shorts/pants, t-shirt/sweatshirt, running shoes/non-metal cleats and a protective mouthpiece. PROGRAM: LOCATION: DAY: DATES: TIMES: FEE: REG. DEADLINE: LIMIT: 36 17053-01 | 5-7 yr. olds | KG-2nd 17053-02 | 8-10 yr. olds | 3rd – 5th 17053-03 | 11-13 yr. olds | 6th – 8th Matteson Community Center Practices are held during the week Friday & Saturday – (Game Day) Games can also be held during the week if needed Games will begin in August T.B.A. $100.00 (Includes Uniform & Trophy) August 5th (Or until all slots are filled) Min. 8 per team/max 12 per team MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Sports & Athletics Programs Matteson Youth Team Tennis Midwest Youth Team Tennis uses the concepts of fun, friends and play to help build the foundation for future success in tennnis and in life. Using the USTA Youth Tennis play format, participants use modified equipment and courts, tailored to their age and size, making it easier to play, rally and succeed right from the start! Drills and games help develop core tennis skills within a fun, yet structured environment. Register Today: MidwestTeamTennis.com AGES: Open to all youth ages 5-14 years old DATES: Play Day: Saturday, May 21, 2016 Lessons: (Saturdays) Session I: June 11th – July 2nd 2016 Session II: July 9th – July 30th 2016 TIMES: LOCATION: COST: Ages 5-8 Ages 5-8 Ages 8-14 Ages 8-14 9:00 – 9:45 am 10:00 – 10:45 pm 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:15 – 1:15 pm Matteson Community Center 20642 Matteson Avenue Matteson, IL 60443 Recreational Services $80 per participant which includes a tennis racquet, shirt, and more. No refunds. Registration close dates: Session I: Sunday May 29th Session II: Sunday June 19th Interested in Coaching? Contact Alex Brown: Phone: (708) 996-4084 Email: [email protected] MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 37 Sports & Athletics Programs 38 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Workshop Programs Stepping with Style Workshop Want to learn how to step? Then this workshop is for you! This workshop will introduce you to the synchronized movement of Stepping. Stepping is an organized form of rhythmic dance. Students will learn basic steps and turns of stepping. No longer will you be on the outside looking in, you will be able to join in with all of the other steppers in the Chicago-land area. Salaam’s Production presented the award for “Favorite Stepping Class” in the South Suburban area to the Matteson Community Center. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME: DAY: DATES: INSTRUCTOR: 190750-01 190750-02 Matteson Community Center 16 & Older 7:20 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. Tuesday Sess. I: May 17th Sess. II: June 28th Jerylyn Talley Line Dancing Workshop Line dance for your health! Here’s your exercise and dance lesson combined into one. Come out and learn new slides as you dance your pounds away! Be ready for the upcoming events in your life which may include weddings, graduations, white parties, birthdays, cuisse, social engagements, etc. you do not want to miss this free workshop! Space is limited. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME: DAY/DATES: INSTRUCTOR: 19089-01 Oakwood Recreation Center 16 & Older 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday Sess. I: June 23rd Sess. II: Aug. 11th Bridgette Sheppard MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 39 Workshop Programs AARP Smart Driver Course Refresh your diving skills with the AARP SMART DRIVER classroom course! You will learn: •Defensive • driving techniques •Proven • safety strategies •New • traffic laws and updated rules of the road Upon completion of the 8 hour course (2 day of 4 hours classroom sessions), you qualify to receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance. Consult your agent for detail. Register in office or call 708-720-1708. LOCATION: SESSIONS: TIME: FEE: INSTRUCTOR: Matteson Community Center May 17th – May 18th 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. AARP Member: $15/ Non-Member: $20 Payment collected day of class Certified AARP: Judy Coleman Rules of the Road Review Course The Rules of the Road Review course is designed to give driver’s especially senior citizens and person with disabilities the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver’s license the review course combines and explanation of the driving exam with a practice written exam. PROGRAM#: LOCATION: AGE: TIME: DAY/DATE: FEE: 40 150923-01 Matteson Community Center 50 & Older 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Monday, June 13th FREE MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Village of Matteson Map Parks 2 2 1 1 2 1 3 3 4 8 10 17 18 3 5 9 5 6 4 7 4 8 Allemong Woodgate Notre Dame Oakwood Memorial Dettmering Governors Trail Miller Gardens 15 11 16 6 5 13 6 8 14 12 7 7 Schools & Places 1 Marya Yates School ● 6 St. Lawrence O’Toole School ● 11 Fire Station #1 ● 16 Public Works ● 2 Woodgate School ● 7 Zion Lutheran School ● 12 R.R. Station ● 17 Colin Powell School ● 3 Sieden Prairie School ● 8 Police Station ● 13 Matteson School ● 18 Matteson Community Center ● 4 Oakwood Community Center ● 9 Post Office ● 5 Matteson Library ● 10 Village Hall ● 14 Huth U.G.School ● 15 Fire Station #2 ● MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 41 Park Sites & Facilities BUTTERFIELD PARK 2.0 CREEKSIDE/SUNFLOWER PARK 2.0 Olympian Way & Dettmering GLENEAGLE PARK Pondview Drive GOVERNORS TRAIL PARK NEWBURY ESTATES PARK Donnington & Colegate NOTRE DAME PARK 14.0 112 Central Avenue S) MS OM RO O L RO WA S H UNI V ER S A UR T S IS CO WI T H SH EL T ER T EN N PL AY G RO UND S R IL L ELEC S H (IN E A /G PICN IC A R N GT PATH WAY LE T R IC MIL E T COU R PACE S ALL NG S R V-B DOO ET P ARKI OU T ST R E OF F INK ICE R EB O HOR SE SH OE P ITS LECT R IC) F I EL D CCER L /S O GA Z SE (NO E N NTAI HOU F I EL D DR IN K ING F OU Y CE 3 1 1 2L 1L 50 Max 1 102 5HC 1L 0.31 2P 1 3G 1 1 1 2G HA 1 3L 1HA 3 1 1 2P 1 1 1 20/ 3HC 1 0.41 1 HA 1 2L 1 1 32/ 2HC 1 0.38 1 2G HA 1 2L 2.0 1 2P 1HA 1 2.0 17.0 2P 1 2.0 WOODGATE PARK 1 2.0 PARK POINT Old Plank Road HA 0.25 2 RIDGELAND PARK 1 0.46 2.5 10.0 Maryview Parkway & Trinity Place 1 3 4450 W. Oakwood Lane PROVIDENCE MANOR PARK UNI T DI A M 2 1 OAKWOOD PARK 73/ 4HC 1 11.0 Notre Dame Drive & Central Ave. 1 1 10.0 Miller Circle Drive 1 3.0 KENNEDY PARK MILLER GARDENS 1 1 20.7 212 Place & Tower Avenue 1 0.2 21402 S. Governors Highway MEMORIAL PARK COM M 3 Homeland & Ashford DETTMERING TOT LOT BA LL 25.0 F OO TBA L Willow Rd. & Allemong B A SE ALLEMONG PARK NO. Park & Location OF A CR E S OND N T ER S Park Sites & Facilities 1 2 3 1 1 1 37/ 3HC 1 0.45 1 1 1 2G 2 HA 1HA 1 2L 3P L = Lighted G = Grill HC = Handicapped Parking # = Including school walkway P = Porta Potties, (Summer Only) HA = Handicapped Accessible PROGRAM LOCATIONS Colin Powell School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marya Yates Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matteson Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matteson Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memorial Park Fieldhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oakwood Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sieden Prairie Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Woodgate Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 ADDRESS 20600 Matteson Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6131 Allemong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20642 Matteson Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21245 Main Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Place and Tower Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4450 West Oakwood Lane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 725 Notre Dame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Central Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 PARKING FACILITIES School Parking Lot School Parking Lot East and West Parking Lot School Parking Lot Northeast & North Lot West Parking Lot School Parking Lot School Parking Lot Calendar of Events YEAR ROUND ‘SCUBA Diver’ Course (10 years & Older) ABC Water Rehabilitation (14 years & Older) 27 HipQuake Belly Dance Fitness (18 & Older) 30 SPECIAL EVENT Memorial Day Parade begins (All Ages) Aqua Fit Water Fitness (14 years & Older) Beginning Piano Lessons (5 years & Older) JUNE 4 Master Zumba Party (14 & Older) 6 After Camp (Sess. I) begins (6-14 years) 6 After Camp (Sess. III) begins (6-14 years) CELTS Special Abilities (3 years & Older) 6 Before Camp (Sess. I) begins (6-14 years) CELTS Stroke School (3 years & Older) 6 Before Camp (Sess. III) begins (6-14 years) CELTS Swim Lessons (3 years & Older) 6 Day Camp (Sess. I) begins (6-14 years) CSAT Tri-Athlete Team (14 years & Older) 6 Kiddie Camp (Sess. I) begins 6 Next Level 24 Summer Basketball Camp CELTS Adaptive Swim (3 years & Older) CELTS Babies & Me Private Lessons (0 months - 3 years) H20WHOA! Pool Parties (All Ages) Nova Horseback Riding (6 years & Older) (Age 3 - Kindergarden) (6-14 years old) begins Nova Horseback Riding for Seniors (55 & Older) 11 Matteson Youth Team Tennis (Sess. I) Open Swim Packages (All Ages) 13 FREE WORKSHOP Rules of the Road Review 13 Summer Horse Camp 2016 (Sess. I) begins 18 SPECIAL EVENT NOVA Quarter Horses Daddy 20 Next Level 24 Summer Basketball Camp 20 Summer Horse Camp 2016 (Sess. II) begins 20 Tri-Masters Youth Triathlon Training Program 23 FREE WORKSHOP Line Dancing (16 & Older) 24 SPECIAL EVENT Summer Concert Series @ 24 SPECIAL EVENT World’s Largest Swim Lesson Pre-Piano Lessons (3 - 4 years old) SCUBA (5 years & Older) Senior Citizen Piano Lessons (55 & Older) MAY 7 WORKSHOP AARP Smart Driver Course (50 & Older) begins 10 Line Dancing (Sess. I, Tuesdays) 12 Line Dancing (Sess. II, Thursdays) 17 FREE WORKSHOP Stepping with Style (16 & Older) begins (16 & Older) begins (16 & Older) begins 23 Registration Begins 24 Stepping With Style (Sess. I) (16 & Older) begins (5-14 years old) begins Course (50 & Older) begins (7-18 year olds) & Me (5 & Older) (6-14 years old) begins (7-18 year olds) begins (6-14 year olds) begins Woodgate Park (All Ages) MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 43 Calendar of Events 27 DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Full Day Summer Camp (Sess. I, 7 weeks) begins (Ages 7-18 years) 27 DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Full Day Summer Camp (Sess. II, 4 weeks) begins (Ages 7-18 years) 27 DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Half Day Summer Camp (Sess. I, 7 weeks) begins (Ages 7-18 years) 27 DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Half Day Summer Camp (Sess. II, 4 weeks) begins (Ages 7-18 years) 18 Next Level 24 Summer Basketball Camp 18 Summer Horse Camp 2016 (Sess. V) begins 22 SPECIAL EVENT Summer Concert Series @ 23 Zero to 5K Challenge (All Ages) 25 DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Full Day 25 DnA Dance, Acting & Film Academy Half Day (6-14 years old) begins (7-18 year olds) Victory Apostolic Summer Camp (Sess. III, 3 weeks) begins (Ages 7-18 years) Summer Camp (Sess. III, 3 weeks) begins (Ages 7-18 years) 27 Summer Horse Camp 2016 (Sess. III) begins 28 FREE WORKSHOP Stepping with Style 28 Line Dancing (Sess. III, Tuesdays) (16 & Older) 1 Junior NFL Flag Football (5-13 years old) begins 1 MCC Cheer Camp (5 years & Older) begins 30 Line Dancing (Sess. IV, Thursdays) (16 & Older) 1 Next Level 24 Summer Basketball Camp JULY 1 Summer Horse Camp 2016 (Sess. VI) begins 2 MCC Dance Academy Summer Intensive (7-18 year olds) (16 & Older) begins begins begins 5 After Camp (Sess. II) begins (6-14 years) 5 Before Camp (Sess. II) begins (6-14 years) 5 Day Camp (Sess. II) begins (6-14 years) 5 Kiddie Camp (Sess. II) begins (Age 3 - Kindergarden) 5 Next Level 24 Summer Basketball Camp 5 Stepping With Style (Sess. II) (16 & Older) 9 Matteson Youth Team Tennis (Sess. II) (6-14 years old) begins begins (5-14 years old) begins 11 Intermediate Bridge - Improve Your Declarer 11 Summer Horse Camp 2016 (Sess. IV) begins 44 Play (18 & Older) begins (7-18 year olds) MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 AUGUST (6-14 years old) begins (7-18 year olds) Program begins (7-14 year olds) 11 FREE WORKSHOP Line Dancing (16 & Older) 19 SPECIAL EVENT Summer Concert Series @ begins Memorial Park Department Placeholder News Copy April Food Day A Major Success for the Southland The Village of Matteson is pleased to have partnered with United Way and over 60 other municipalities, businesses and organizations throughout the Chicago Southland to contribute to this year’s April Food Day. The Matteson Village Hall and Matteson Community Center chipped in by participating as drop-off sites for several weeks leading up to collection day. On April 1, 2016, all collected food was taken to the Tinley Park Convention Center, where it was packed and distributed to food pantries and shelters throughout the southland, including our local Rich Township Food Pantry. Over 90,000lbs of food was collected, tripling the set goal for this year of 30,000 pounds. Officer Ray Murray Awarded Officer of the Year The Matteson Police Department recently held their 9th Annual Award’s Ceremony and Luncheon at the Holiday Inn where numerous officers were recognized for going “above and beyond” the call of duty, to keep the community safe and sound. Officer Ray Murray was recognized as the 2015 Officer of the Year. Congratulations to Officer Murray! Subscribe to receive the Matteson Avenue Leisure Guide at www. villageofmatteson.org Click through “Departments > Community Affairs > Matteson Avenue Email List” The Matteson Avenue Leisure Guide is now accepting full-color ads. Please contact Steven Hurley at [email protected] for more information. MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 45 Placeholder Copy Department News Public Works Updates THE POINT AT GLENEAGLE TRAIL RESTORATION PROJECT A restoration project is currently taking place within the Point at Gleneagle Trail subdivision. A contractor has been out grinding and resurfacing the streets, performing manhole adjustments and establishing new sidewalks. This work is being done utilizing a letter of credit from the developer. CENTRAL AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS Roadway improvement work has resumed on Central Avenue between Lincoln Highway and Vollmer Road as part of a $1 million surfacing program. The federally funded project is governed by the State and began last October. Milling and resurfacing of the road is currently taking place. Arbor Day 2016 The Village celebrated its 24th year of Tree City status during this year’s Arbor Day celebration on April 29, 2016. Arbor Day is an international holiday that is often celebrated by the planting of a tree. This year, the Public Works Department along with Village Administrator Brian Mitchell, members of the Police Department, Fire Department, and other Village staff planted a tree with the students at St. Paul Lutheran School. The students enjoyed being part of a celebration and learned more about the importance of trees to our environment. Stormwater Fees WHAT IS A STORMWATER FEE? Like gas, electricity, water and sewage, stormwater runoff can be managed as a utility on the concept that every property in a watershed contributes stormwater runoff and should support the operation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of stormwater drainage systems in the Village. HOW IS THE FEE USED? The Stormwater Utility Fee is used to maintain, improve, expand and when necessary, replace the Village stormwater and storm drainage infrastructure. The result is reduced flooding and improved stream quality; making Matteson more attractive, safe and environmentally sustainable. These activities protect storm drain pipes from collapse and stormwater management facilities from dam failures. 46 Where Does Matteson’s Water Come From? The Village of Matteson receives water pumped from Lake Michigan; it is treated and filtered by the City of Chicago, then pumped to the Village of Oak Lawn. Oak Lawn treats the water with chlorine gas, and then pumps it to the Village of Matteson’s three ground storage tanks. Two of these tanks hold 1.5 million gallons each and the other stores 3 million gallons. Our two water towers each hold 0.5 million gallons for a total storage capacity in Matteson of 7 million gallons. The Village also treats the water with chlorine before it leaves the station. On average, the Village pumps 1.6 million gallons per day to the community. Governed by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Village is required to take 30 water samples every month and have them tested for bacteria. The results of these tests are sent to the EPA office. We anticipate making these sample reports available for public viewing on the Village website very soon. MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Department News Someone You Should Know: Village Clerk Dorothy Grisco Dorothy Grisco began her public service to the Village of Matteson in 2001 as Village Clerk. She is now fulfilling her fourth term and has served the Village proudly for over 15 years. Grisco is a 16 year resident of Matteson’s Maple Brook subdivision, but was born and raised in a small Pennsylvania town called Puritan. She also lived in Chicago for a number of years where she attended Richard J. Daley College before gaining secretarial, real estate and medical transcriptionist experience. Grisco worked in real estate for over 20 years and retired from Holy Cross Hospital in 1999. After moving to Matteson, her husband passed away and she had to get back to work. A friend, who was running for Trustee, mentioned to her that the Village Clerk position was up for election. At first, she was hesitant to consider it since she had only lived in the Village a short time, did not know many residents, and was not familiar with municipal government. Nevertheless, she decided to run. When the time came for the petitions to be filed, no one else came forth and therefore, she started her new career as an elected official. Since her first day on the job, she explains that her time as Clerk has been fulfilling. “I’ve learned so much about municipal government,” she said. “I’ve enjoyed working with all of the Village employees and meeting diverse people of different backgrounds, careers, and walks of life.” Outside if her work, Grisco enjoys dancing, walking, gardening and crafts. She has three daughters and one grandson. “Dancing is my favorite,” she said. Grisco is also an active volunteer who has campaigned for Senator Michael Hastings, Representative Al Riley, Congresswoman Robin Kelly and other state legislators. She is involved with the Maple Brook HOA, the South/Southwest Suburban Clerk’s Association and has hosted local Diversity Dinners five times. She takes pride in having learned a great deal about diversity, and meeting such impactful people during her time as Clerk. She remembers a time meeting Barack Obama when he was an Illinois Senator, and saying to him, “you’re going to be president someday.” Experiences like these, she says, are what have made the job rewarding. “It’s unbelievable to have met all these people,” she said. “A shy little girl from Puritan, Pennsylvania. “I never expected to be where I am.” Matteson Community Center Director Anthony Burton Wins National Award Matteson Recreational Services Director Anthony Burton was recently honored by SportsEvents Media Group, the leading industry publication focused exclusively on helping sports event planners produce excellent competitions in the United States. Burton has been recognized as one of its 2016 Parks and Recreation Professionals Readers’ Choice Award winners. Jim Garrett, President/CEO for the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau, presented Burton with his award at the March 7, 2016 Board of Trustees Meeting. “It’s great having Anthony’s hard work and dedication for the Village of Matteson recognized by SportsEvents Magazine,” said Garrett. “His enthusiasm to bring in sports events to the area not only helps make a positive economic impact on the region but his passion to help the youth of the Chicago Southland is unbridled and sets him above the rest.” Congratulations to Anthony and we thank him for his continued efforts in our community. MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 47 Community News New Construction Update Construction of Fuller’s Car Wash is underway and is expected to be complete by the end of May. The new Potbelly Sandwich Shop and American Mattress location has completed demolition and is moving into construction. This project is moving along as planned. Help the Matteson Police Department Support Special Olympics Illinois The Matteson Police Department is pleased to announce our partnership with the Illinois Special Olympics. Every year the Matteson Police Department coordinates several fundraising events to help raise money for this most worthy cause. The major summer event is the annual Nationwide Law Enforcement Torch Run. This event is the single largest fundraising event benefitting the Special Olympics. The Torch Run has two goals: to raise money for nearly 20,000 Illinois athletes to compete in 175 year round competitions in 19 different sports and to reward the accomplishments of the participants; which enhance their physical fitness, motor skills, self-confidence, friendship and family support. The Matteson Police Department is hoping to raise $15,000 this year, and there are a few ways you can help us reach our goal. (see Cop on a Rooftop and Torch Run events below) MFD Partners with PFFD to Provide Experience for District 227 Students The Matteson Fire Department recently partnered with the Park Forest Fire Department and Rich Township School District 227 to provide an interactive learning experience for 90 district students. Students from Rich Central, Rich East and Rich South were bused over to Freedom Hall and the Park Forest Fire Training Site to gain a basic understanding of fire behavior, and learn about the role of a fire investigator. Students spent the day being lectured at Freedom Hall, followed by witnessing three live burns at the training site. LT Michael Bacon, who has been with the Matteson Fire Department for a total of 25 years and is also an arson investigator with Division 27 and the Will-Cook-Grundy Task Force, played an instrumental role in putting this experience together. “I was contacted by a teacher from Rich South who teaches their forensics class,” he said. “I later found out that Rich Central contacted the Park Forest Cop on a Rooftop On May 20, 2016, Matteson Police Officers will stakeout the rooftop of the Matteson Dunkin Donuts (4632 Lincoln Hwy) in order to raise awareness and donations for the Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. Each guest who visits between 5:00 am and 2:00 pm and makes a donation to the Torch Run will receive a FREE donut. Other items, such as Torch Run T-Shirts and hats, will be available for purchase. 48 MATTESON AVENUE LEISURE GUIDE | SUMMER 2016 Fire Department and had the same request. We have an excellent working relationship with Park Forest so we decided to do it together.” The live burns proved to be very engaging for the students as three mock rooms went up in flames before being extinguished by a fireman. Students were then given the opportunity to walk through and inspect fire damages while asking questions. “I am happy to see classes like this are now offered in high school,” LT Bacon said. “This was our first time doing this, and we already have the request from the district to make this a yearly event.” LT Bacon and the Matteson Fire Department would like to thank Matteson Home Depot for the generous donation of drywall and other materials to make the burn happen, and would also like to recognize Captain Myers from Park Forest and Lieutenant Weir from Chicago Heights. Torch Run Sponsor one of our officers as they run in the Torch Run on Wednesday, June 10, 2016 by making a monetary donation (make a donation of $25.00 or more and receive a Torch Run T-shirt). Please consider coming out and supporting these worthy causes and helping us get the word out. If you have any questions or need additional information please contact Detective Robert Christensen, Torch Run Coordinator at 708-503-3130.