Program guide - Veterans Park District

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Fall
2016
Program guide
New!
Early Childhood Classes
—— page 29-30 ——
Spanish and Polish translations
—— pages 25-28 ——
(708) 343-5270 • www.veteransparkdistrict.org
at Cimbalo Fitness Center
New Equipment As of 2016
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Step One Recumbent Steppers (wheel chair accessibility)
Octane Pro3700 Elliptical Cross Trainer
Octane Fitness xR600 Seated Elliptical
State of the Art Circuit Training Room
Multi Press, Dual Let/Row, Pectoral Contractor, Dual Leg Extension Curl,
Leg Press, Due Bicep/Triceps
• Renovated Weight Room Equipped
Smith Machine, Leg Press, Dips Machine, Curl Machine,
Lower Leg Machine, Squat Rack, Dumbbells
• Racquetball Flooring
• Free Wi-Fi
Turn to page 43 for more information.
Find our fitness classes listed on page 44.
At Cimbalo we offer a welcoming, friendly and
supportive atmosphere. Plan to schedule your
daily fitness routine with us.
“ it’s never too late
to feel great”
Cimbalo Fitness Center | 1203 N. 24th | Melrose Park
For more information call: (708) 343-5151
or check out our Web site at www.veteransparkdistrict.org.
VETERANS PARK DISTRICT
Your Veterans Park District Board of Commissioners
Ronald Boscaccy
Vice President
Leonard P. Gassmann
Secretary
Thomas D. Olson
Treasurer
Mary Copher
Commissioner
Committed to enhancing the quality of life of our residents by offering the best in recreational and leisure services.
VPD ADMINISTRATION
Denise Knox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Board President
Ron Boscaccy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Board Vice President
Len Gassmann. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Board Secretary
Tom Olson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Board Treasurer
Mary Copher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner
Donna L. Peluso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director
Bill Otte. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Superintendent
Thomas Bastian. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attorney
Margaret Stabile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Finance
Mary Ann Venute . . . . . . . . Assistant to Executive Director and Board of Commissioners
Carlene Buvak Greifelt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Recreation
Gina Larry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketing Associate and Event Planner
Francine Valentine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Facilities Senior Manager
Magda Walls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Recreation Supervisor
We’ve made it easier for
Kathy Thomas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Recreation Coordinator
you to find the class
Lindsay Halawith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Early Childhood and Youth Programing
you’re looking for!
Billy Otte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Detail Coordinator
Roy Rodriguez. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Athletic Supervisor
Check out our expanded
Nico Urbinati . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreation Coordinator
Table of Contents.
VPD • Board of Commissioners
Denise Knox
President
Connor Graham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreation Coordinator
Debbie Caruso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Active Adult Supervisor
Julie Ciotti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Desk Manager
Arianna Nardella. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative Assistant to the Director of Recreation
Matt Varney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crew Chief
John Otte. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crew Chief
Joe Caliendo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crew Chief
Other dedicated staff are listed on their respective program pages.
Board Meetings
Board meetings are held at 7 p.m.
on the 3rd Monday of the month.
Meetings take place at Bulger Park
Community Center, 1601 Hirsch St.,
Melrose Park.
For more information, call the Veterans Park District Administration Office at (708) 343-5270
or visit our Web site at www.veteransparkdistrict.org.
Sign up at least 2 weeks before program, class or trip begins to avoid cancellations and wait lists.
(708) 343-5270 • veteransparkdistrict.org
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
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Savor The Flavor:
VPD Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mini Cheer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Registration and Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
All Star Cheer Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Sandra Dee and Bobby Darin Italian Lunch . 50
Facility Rentals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
VPD Soccer Beginner Drills and Skills . . . . . . . 39
Oktoberfest Luncheon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Things to Remember. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
VPD Soccer Advanced Drills and Skills . . . . . . 39
Polonian Fest Luncheon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Veterans Park District Briefs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15
Pickle Ball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Holiday Sing-Along. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-20
Flag Football Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Winter Fest Luncheon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Autumn Fest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Knocker Ball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Travel with VPD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-53
Fright Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Volleyball Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Sanfilippo Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Haunted Movie Night. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
VPD Hitting and Fielding Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Tree-Mendus Orchards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Veterans Day Observance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Lil’ Sluggers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Four Winds Casino. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Winter Fest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Tennis Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Route 66 Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Breakfast with Santa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rookie Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
A Fireside Christmas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Winter Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Family/Individual Archery Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Tinsel and Twang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Birthday Parties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Karate Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Crazy For You. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Preschool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23
Pop Up Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Special Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-59
Sports & Rec Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Just-4-Teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Mini Artist Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
After School Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Odyssey Fun Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Sports Mix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
VPD En Español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26
13th Floor Haunted House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Saturday Escape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
VPD Po polsku. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28
Sports and Fitness — Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-45
Special Recreation Archery
Aquatics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cimbalo Fitness Center and Museum. . . . . . . 43
Individual Archery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Early Childhood Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-31
Fitness Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Pee Wee Play Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Alphabet Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Boot Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Hang Out Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
I Know My ABCs!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Mommy and Baby Workouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Friends on the Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Pumpkinpalooza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Belly Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Adult Social Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Pee Wee Picassos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Zumba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Picture Bingo and Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Muscle Math. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fall Leagues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Saturday Fun Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Dinosaur Discovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fall Coed 14” Softball League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
VPD’s Special Recreation “On the Road” Series:
Music & Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fall Coed Mushball Softball League. . . . . . . . . 45
Pumpkin Farm and Zombie Paintball . . . . . 57
Fall Fun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fall Men’s 5-on-5 Basketball League . . . . . . . . 45
Magical Holiday Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Pee Wee Playtime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Special Interest — Adults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Special Olympics Snowshoe Training . . . . . . . 58
Creative Arts — Children/Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Ballroom Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Hawaiian Beach Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Drawing for Beginners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Dog Obedience – AKC Puppy S.T.A.R.. . . . . . . 46
PAEC After School Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Intermediate Drawing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Dog Tricks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Winter Break Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Kanvas Kids Painting Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
“Cup o Joe” Veteran Talk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Advertise in the VPD Brochure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Ballet — Children/Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
Yoga for the Actively Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Remember a Special Loved One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Gymnastics — Children/Youth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Especially for Active Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47-50
We Want to Hear From You! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Sports — Children/Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-41
Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
VPD Affiliations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Basketball Pre-Season Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Veterans Park District Senior Clubs . . . . . . . . . 48
Rules of Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Chicago Bulls Shooting Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Bunko & Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Family Master Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Biddy Basketball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Bunko & Bagels in the Morning. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Facility Resource Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Youth Basketball League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-37
Fall Fest Bingo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Veterans Park District Boundaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Veterans Park District
Jack-O-Lantern Bingo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Venom Travel Basketball Team . . . . . . . . . . 37
Pot-Luck Bingo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Annual Food & Toy Drive . . . . . . inside back cover
Youth Open Turf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Christmas Sweater Party Bingo. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Kids Crossfit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Chinese New Year Bingo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Registration and Policies
REGISTRATION
POLICIES
Five Ways to Register!
Accident Policy
1. To register online, go to www. veteransparkdistrict.org and click
Online Registration under Registration menu. (Call us for your
user name and password 708-343-5270).
2. Walk-in during operating hours listed below.
3. Over the phone through the Veterans Park District Grant Park
Recreation Center located at 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake,
with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx or Discover).
4. Via fax by downloading the Veterans Park District Registration
Form and faxing to (708) 492-1801.
5. Mail by downloading the Veterans Park District Registration
Form and sending it to 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake IL 60164.
Cancellations
Registration: Walk-in • Phone • Fax • Facility rentals
44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, IL 60164
Phone: (708) 343-5270, Fax: (708) 492-1801
Office Registration Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Building open in evenings for programs and rentals.
Bulger Park Community Center
Registration: Walk-in • Phone • Fax
1601 Hirsch St., Melrose Park
Phone: (708) 538-0100, Fax: (708) 345-2720
Monday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wednesday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cimbalo Fitness Center & Museum
Registration: Walk-in • Phone (no fax registration or facility
rentals)
1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park
Phone: (708) 343-5151
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
George A. Leoni Complex
Registration: Walk-in • Phone (no fax registration, Leoni Complex facility rentals only)
Phone: (708) 716-4822, Fax: (708) 343-3638
Office Registration Hours:
Fall Hours: Aug. 1– Oct. 31
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Winter Hours: November 1 – April 30:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
After hours turf rentals available – call (708) 716-4822.
1. The park district reserves the right to cancel programs due to
insufficient registration or causes beyond its control.
2. If a program is cancelled, we will make every effort to contact
you by phone.
Loss of Privileges
Anyone found falsifying information on the registration form or
any park district application will immediately lose all program, pool
or other park district privileges.
Park Rules
Alcohol is not allowed in the parks. No exceptions! Pets are not
allowed in the parks. Parks close at 10 p.m.
Photo Release
When you register for a VPD program, or attend a park district
event, please know that you also consent to the use of any photographs in the Veterans Park District brochures, publications, presentations, VPD social media, etc. We appreciate your enjoyment
of our programs and look forward to sharing your excitement and
your child’s happiness with others!
Proof of Residency
1. It is impossible to always know all of our residents. Therefore, do
not be offended if we ask for an ID and proof of residency when
you register. It is our goal to give our residents the best possible
service.
2. Any fees that have been paid will be FORFEITED.
Refund Policy
Registration and Policies
Grant Park Recreation Center
Veterans Park District DOES NOT provide insurance coverage for
any injuries sustained while participating in park district programs or activities, or while using park facilities. Therefore, any
cost related to such injuries should be presented to your personal
hospitalization insurance carrier.
Request for refunds must be made prior to the start of a program.
No refunds will be allowed once the program begins.
Please call for open gym availability.
Facility Rentals
See pages 6-9 for hall rental details and photos.
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Facility Rentals
General Information
If you are interested in renting a hall/gym, please call (708) 343-5270 for availability and more information. A
deposit fee, proper id’s and completed rental contract are due at the time of reservation. Hall rentals require a
three-hour minimum. Rentals must be paid in full ten business days before the event. Please see contract for
further guidelines.
FACILITY RENTALS
Bulger Park Community Center
Features a full kitchen, ice machine and coat room.
Maximum capacity: 350
Bulger Park Fees
Attendance
0-80
81-200
201-300
301-350
Deposit
$150 $250 $250 $250 In District
$79/hr $100/hr $121/hr $137/hr Out of District
$105/hr
$127/hr
$149/hr
$171/hr
Corporate Rates at Grant Park
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
$100 Deposit
Trevino Hall (80 person max)
$150 full day, $75 half-day (8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m.)
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1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose Park 60160
44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, IL 60164
Glick Hall (250 person max, can be divided into two
rooms)
Both Rooms (80 person max)
Trevino Hall
The Trevino Hall features a full kitchen and coat room.
Trevino Hall maximum capacity: 80
Glick Hall
Attendance
0-80 Trevino Hall 200 Glick Hall
201-250 Glick Hall
Deposit
150
$250
$250
In District Out of District
$79/hr
$100/hr $121/hr $105/hr
$127/hr
$149/hr
FACILITY RENTALS
Glick Hall features a full kitchen and coat room.
Glick Hall maximum capacity: 250
Grant Park Fees
Gym
The gym may be rented for parties or sports use.
Gym Rentals/Parties
Gym Rental Fees For Parties
(Food is permitted; no kitchen)
Attendance
Deposit In District
350-399
$300
$145/hr
400-500
$300
$195/hr
500 +
$300
$295/hr
After Hours Gym Rental for Recreational Purposes
(Must be reserved at least one day in advance.)
Out of District
$175/hr
$215/hr
$315/hr
Half Court
Full Court
In District
$40/hr
$75/hr
Out of District
$135/hr
$270/hr
Sports and Recreational Purposes Only
(Must be reserved at least one day in advance.)
Half Court
Full Court
In District
$25/hr
$50/hr
Out of District
$90/hr
$180/hr
Refunds: All Gym rental refunds will require a 40% processing fee by Veterans Park District (excluding rental
deposits).
Soccer Goal/Volleyball Net rental — $100 deposit
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Facility Rentals continued
FACILITY RENTALS
Phone: (708) 716 4822 • 800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park
Leoni Hall and Activity Room Fees:
Attendance
Activity Room 0-30
Leoni Hall 81-200
Deposit
$75 $150 In District
$32/hr $89/hr Out of District
$44/hr
$116/hr
Activity Room
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Leoni Hall
George A. Leoni Complex Turf and Batting Cage Rentals
George A. Leoni Complex facility is an 85’x180’ indoor turf field and 90’ batting cages, which are available to you to
rent for practices, games, tournaments, parties, and other events. Anything ranging from a birthday party to a soccer
practice to a game of flag football, our turf is ready for your group. Batting cages may be used but rentals will need to
be accompanied by a turf rental. Come experience what the George A. Leoni Complex can offer you!
Turf/Cage Rental – New Restructured Hourly Rates
RATE
September – May Full Turf
$135/hr
September – May Half Turf
$75/hr
June – August Full Turf
$75/hr
June – August Half Turf
$40/hr
FACILITY RENTALS
RENTAL
Exercise Track at Leoni
Come enjoy our temperature controlled indoor exercise track.
Get your recommended daily exercise completed rain or shine,
freezing weather or scorching heat. Nine laps around the track
equals one mile.
Rates:
R:
$5 per year
R, 55+: $1 per year
NR: $50 per year
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Things to Remember
You Snooze … You Lose!
Nothing kills a program quicker than waiting until the last
minute to register for it! If there are not enough registrant’s five
(5) days prior to the start of the program, it will be cancelled.
Registering late will not guarantee a program will run.
VPD • Things to Remember
Stop the Vandalism!
Abuse and vandalism of your community and neighborhood
parks and facilities is a serious problem. Problems concerning
vandalism can be costly and a time-consuming process to correct. If you witness acts of vandalism or the results of such acts,
please contact us at (708) 343-5270 or contact your local police
department. Have pride in your parks and facilities, and please
show community support to prevent vandalism.
Save Your Newsletter
The Parks and Recreation Department has a limited amount of
program newsletters available for public distribution. Please
remember to hang on to your book. You may want to look at it
again. Each newsletter covers four to six months of programs,
events and activities. Please recycle when finished.
Create-A-Class
Do you have a special talent or skill and would like to be an instructor for the Recreation Department? We are always looking
for new people, programs and ideas. Please call or come into
the office.
Flyers! Newspapers!
To help keep you informed about special events, trips, programs
and activities, flyers will be available at the Administration
Building and all park district facilities. Also, look for announcements in local publications.
Proof of Residency
It is impossible to always know all of our residents. Therefore, do
not be offended if we ask for an ID and proof of residency when
you register. It is our goal to give our residents the best possible
service.
Holiday Hours and Closures
Labor Day - Monday, September 5
Grant Park Recreation Center, Bulger Park
Community Center, Cimbalo Fitness Center,
George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . closed
Gouin Pool. . . . . . . . Open Regular Weekend Hours (Gouin Pool’s last day)
Columbus Day - Monday, October 10
Bulger Park Community Center, Preschools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . closed
Cimbalo Fitness Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . open regular hours
Grant Park Recreation Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . open 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Turf
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Veterans Day - Friday, November 11
Bulger Park Community Center, and Preschools. . . . . . . . . . . . . closed
Cimbalo Fitness Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . open regular hours.
Grant Park Recreation Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Turf
Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 24
All Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . closed
Friday, November 25
Grant Park Recreation Center, Bulger Park Community
Center, George A. Leoni Complex and Preschools. . . . . . . . . . . closed
Cimbalo Fitness Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . open regular hours
Christmas Eve – Friday, December 23
Community Center, Cimbalo Fitness Center and
George A. Leoni. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . open until noon
Preschools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . closed
Saturday, December 24
Christmas Day - Sunday, December 25
Monday, December 26
New Year’s Eve – Friday, December 30
Saturday, December 31
2017
New Year’s Day – Sunday, January 1
Monday, January 2
Martin Luther King - Monday, January 16
Grant Park Recreation Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . open 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Turf.
President’s Day - Monday, February 20
Grant Park Recreation Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Turf
Things to Remember
Online Registration
Call us today at (708) 343-5270 to
request your Household ID number.
Extreme Weather Conditions Photo Release
In case of extreme weather conditions, please check ahead for
building closings or program cancellations on our Facebook
page or www.veteransparkdistrict.org.
Preschool Leoni Complex Grant Park Rec. Center Cimbalo Fitness Center (708) 731-5290
(708) 716-4822
(708) 343-5270
(708) 343-5151
When you register for a VPD program, or attend a park district
event, please know that you also consent to the use of any
photographs in the Veterans Park District brochures, publications, presentations, VPD social media, etc. We appreciate your
enjoyment of our programs and look forward to sharing your
excitement and your child’s happiness with others!
Veterans Park District Digital Resources
Facebook
eNewsletter
VPD on the go Mobile App
Our Park District Facebook page is a hub
of various types of multimedia content.
You will find program and event fliers,
photo galleries, videos, as well as pertinent updates and news, links and immediate interaction with the Park District.
Coming soon, the official eNewlsetter of Veterans Park District will be
e-mailed the first week of every month.
It provides subscribers information
about upcoming programs and events,
important announcements and updates
on Park District programs, events and
happenings.
Connect With Your Park District and
Connect With Your Community.
“Like” us at Veterans Park District Facebook page.
VPD • Things to Remember
Veterans Park District is encouraging our patrons to register for numerous classes and activities online. To use online
registration, patrons must have a Household ID number,
which will be your user name and password. The benefits
of online registration include searching for programs, updating household information, viewing shopping history
and more. Registrations will be processed immediately
using your Visa, MasterCard or Discover. Currently, over 80
percent of the classes and activities offered by Veterans
Park District are eligible for online registration.
Classes that require filling out paperwork are not eligible
for online registration (i.e. Camps, Preschool, After School
Care, and Break Camps).
Veterans Park District now offers a FREE
mobile app to provide you with information right in the palm of your hand.
With the VPD app you can:
• Find parks and facilities
• View calendar
• Connect with our Web site & Facebook
• Get updates and notifications
• Browse events
• Contact us
Download from the Apple iTunes store or
Google Play. It’s free, easy and informative.
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Veterans Park District Briefs
Vietnam Veterans
VPD • Briefs
Memorial Park Dedication
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On Wednesday, July 27, Veterans Park District in partnership with the Village of Melrose Park hosted a dedication
ceremony at the new Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park
located at Riverwoods in Melrose Park. The park was dedicated to the following brave young Veterans Park District
soldiers who 50 years ago, left their friends, families, wives
and lovers, sacrificing their lives so that our freedom may
be preserved and we may live in a peaceful nation:
Melrose Park Mayor Ronald M. Serpico, addressed the audience and proudly thanked the park district and everyone
involved in bringing the respectful thought of a Vietnam
Veterans Memorial Park to fruition. Mayor Serpico also
expressed his gratitude for the courageous efforts of all the
bold U.S. military men and women who are currently serving and those who have served our country throughout
the years, and the truly heroic Americans they are.
Dwight Farwell Bennett, Jr., James Patrick Califf, Russell
Martin Erickson, Russell Eugene Gedeon, Frank R. Gilchrist,
Jr., Michael John Havard, Thomas Howard Heise, Robert
Edward Johnson, Charles Norbert Kowalk, David Joseph
Latoria, Albert Louis Lazzarotto, Joseph Anthony Maggio,
Jr., Matthew Paul Malczynski, Vernon Arthur Manheim, Jr.,
Olaf Thomas Olsen and Jon Peter Turk.
Executive Director Donna Leoni Peluso spoke of the tradition spanning several decades of Veterans Park District
naming parks after courageous district soldiers who
scarified their lives for our country and thanked the Village
of Melrose Park for the amazing opportunity to add an additional park in the land locked district.
A Flag Ceremony, Rifle Salute and Posting of the Colors
was presented by the American Legion of Franklin Park,
Post 974, with vocalist Gianna Capra Uroni performing
the National Anthem and God Bless America, and WWII
veteran Angelo Provenzano leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Vietnam War veteran Angelo Egizio acknowledged
the efforts of the Village of Melrose Park and Veterans Park
District on behalf of the Vietnam Veterans and prayers
were given by Deacon Ray Behrendt of Sacred Heart
Church, and Sgt. Patrick Manthe and Staff Sgt. Carlos M.
Torres from the Melrose Park Army Recruiting Center
performed the unveiling of the monument. The veterans
of Winfield Scott VFW Post 2193 were recognized and
thanked for their generous donation towards the flagpole
installed at the park.
Tom Olson and Mary Copher, State Rep. Kathleen Willis,
Vittorio Gomez from the Office of Karen Yarbrough Cook
County Recorder of Deeds, Cook County Commissioner
Peter Silvestri, William Pishotta and Josh Luke from the
U.S. Senate Veterans Outreach Department, Triton College
trustees Diane Viverito and Elizabeth Potter, and Triton
College President Mary-Rita Moore.
Also in attendance were Village Clerk Mary Ann Paolantonio, Melrose Park trustees Anthony Prignano, Veteran
Park District Commissioners, President Denise Knox, Vice
President Ron Boscaccy, Secretary Len Gassman, Treasurer
Veterans Park District wishes to thank the Village of Melrose Park for this opportunity to construct and dedicate
this park, memorializing the lives and sacrifice of these
park district brave young heroes.
VPD • Briefs
Over 50 people were in attendance including family members and friends of Michael J. Havard, Joseph Anthony
Maggio, Jr., and Vernon Arthur Manheim, Jr. Several Vietnam, Korean, and WWII Veterans were also in attendance.
Grateful appreciation goes out to VPD Board Secretary Len
Gassmann, who was helpful in the planning process of the
park and responsible for the beautifully designed monument installed at the site, the commitment of Bill Otte,
VPD Superintendent of Building and Grounds and the VPD
Maintenance Department, who treated this project as a
labor of love, Carlene Greifelt, Director of Recreation, Gina
Larry, Marketing and Special Events Coordinator, Peggy
DiFazio, VMP Community Events Director, Gary Marine,
VMP Public Works Director, and Diane Viverito and the
Riverwoods Board, for all their assistance in planning the
event.
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Softball Tournament
Veterans Park District hosted its annual Men’s 16” Softball / Coed 14” Softball and Bocce ball tournaments in
August. Team FISH dominated the field and claimed
the Men’s 16” Championship. Team HANGRITE took the
trophy for the Coed 14”. Our Bocce ball tournament 1st
place winners Joe Cozzi & Eric Anderson and 2nd Place
Joe Menzione and Anthony Barone walked away with
the coveted prize baskets.
VPD • Briefs
Congratulations to the winners, and to all who competed at these events.
Melrose-Veterans Park
Soccer League
This past winter season, we had two sessions of our
Youth Soccer League. The first session had a total of 49
teams in six different divisions. The season went from
November 7, 2015 to January 23, 2016. The second
session had a total of 51 teams in six different divisions.
The divisions were U7, U9, U11, U13, U15 and U17. The
season went from January 30, 2016 to April 30, 2016.
All the games are held at the George A. Leoni Complex
Indoor Turf Field on Saturdays between 8 a.m. to 6 p.m..
There were some great games, great action and all the
participants received medals at the end of the season.
The next season will begin in November 2016.
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Kathy Thomas
Kathy recognizes how important it is for the athletes
she coaches to enjoy their Special Olympics participation and to respect the value of playing their best game.
Kathy’s involvement reflects the spirit of acceptance,
dignity and respect for all individuals with disabilities
that Special Olympics promotes.
Her enthusiasm and support of Special Olympics and
her desire to provide the best experience and quality of
competition to our athletes is what makes Kathy Thomas
a Special Olympics Hero.
VPD • Briefs
Special Olympics Illinois leadership, staff, families and athletes are reminded everyday how many wonderful people
have a passion for Special Olympics. Kathy Thomas is one
of those wonderful people.
Kathy has been active with Special Olympics for more
than 20 years! Kathy is the Special Recreation Coordinator for the Veteran’s Park District.
Veteran’s Park District serves the communities of Melrose
Park, Franklin Park, Leyden Township, Northlake and River
Grove in west Cook County. Kathy interacts regularly with
the Area 5 office of Special Olympics located in Lombard.
The Area 5 office provides 8 competitions to more than
1,200 children and adults from 43 local agencies.
As you might imagine, the world of Special Olympics Illinois has experienced tremendous change during the 20
years Kathy has been involved. But Kathy hasn’t skipped
a beat. Veteran’s Park District generously hosts the Special Olympics Illinois District Bocce Tournament and has
done so for more than 12 years. Hundreds of athletes
and their coaches, families, volunteers and supporters
show up for an exciting day of bocce competition. This
bocce event has grown and needs have changed. Kathy
is always a step ahead of what needs to be done to make
the event a success. Plenty of communication with many
organizations and departments; venue set up including
equipment, signage, food arrangements; attention to the
fields as bocce is played outdoors, parking and drop off
for busses and guests, etc. etc. etc.
Clearly, Kathy goes above and beyond in everything she
does. Kathy is a phenomenal coach! We are told by the
Area 5 Director Katie Grisham that athletes and families
love her. She encourages growth in her athletes and
stresses good sportsmanship.
Katie Grisham, Area Director
Area 5 Near West Suburban | Special Olympics Illinois
Special Recreation
Summer Carnival
This year we had over a hundred people attend the
Special Recreation Summer Carnival. Thanks to the
generosity of the Proviso Township Mental Health Commission for making our annual Carnival possible.
Everyone enjoyed free crafts, games, new obstacle
inflatable, hot dog lunch and a fabulous DJ. The highlights of the Carnival were Elvis Presley impersonator
and the miniature golf. Even the rain did not dampen
our spirits! We hope to see everyone next year.
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Saturday, October 1
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Gouin Park
VPD SPECIAL EVENTS
2400 Scott Street, Franklin Park
Bring the whole family for a day of fun!
Rain or shine!
Mini Golf
Trackless Train
Free Corn Maze
Free Games & Crafts
Free Face Painting
Obstacle Course
Pony Rides & Petting Zoo
Free Entertainment
Craft Fair/Vendors
Car Show
Pick a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch
(while supplies last)
Concession Stand
grilled burgers, brats & hot dogs will be sold
Sold at the event:
$12 wristband for unlimited use
or
$1 per ticket per attraction
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Veterans Park District &
Melrose Park Youth Commission
Fright Night
Free Family Event for Grades K-6. Wear Your Costume!
Haunted House
Creepy Crafts
Jump House
Ghoulish Games
Children receive a hot dog and juice (limited quantities).
hot dogs and snacks available for purchase at the concession stand.
$1 charge for the Haunted House.
Haunted House will be open until 8:30 p.m.
VPD SPECIAL EVENTS
Friday October 28 • 5-7 p.m.
Bulger Park , Melrose Park
Saturday, October 29
Bulger Park
5-8 p.m.
Haunted
Movie Night
& halloween party
Movie / Pizza / Haunted House
Preregistration: $3 per child / $5 per adult
At the door: $6 per child / $10 per adult
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VPD SPECIAL EVENTS
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Veterans Day
Observance
Friday, November 4
Ceremony starts at 10 a.m.
Bulger Park, Melrose Park
On this Veterans Day think of how grateful we should be for all the Veterans who have sacrificed their lives by fighting for our freedom. For the past ten years, Veterans Park District has
observed Veterans Day with a ceremony attended by community members, friends, employees, local schools, churches, and war heroes. Everyone is invited to observe and remember our
soldiers during this moving ceremony.
Winter
Fest
In partnership with the City of Northlake
Saturday, December 10 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Grant Park Recreation Center, Northlake
VPD SPECIAL EVENTS
Entertainment the whole family can enjoy!
Games • Prizes • Holiday Crafts • Family Bingo • Horse Carriage Rides
Moon Jumps • Visit with Mr. & Mrs. Santa • CANDY CANE CONCESSION STAND
Bring your camera so you can take a memorable picture of Santa and your child!
Schedule of Events:
11 a.m.-1:45 p.m. — Activities (Gym)
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — Pictures with Santa (Gym Room)
Noon-1 p.m. — Lunch (Glick Hall)
1-3 p.m. — Family Bingo (Glick Hall)
2-2:45 p.m. — Entertainment (Gym)
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Breakfast
with santa
Saturday, December 17 • 10 a.m.- Noon
VPD SPECIAL EVENTS
This is a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season. Breakfast With Santa has become a family tradition. Families will enjoy a hot breakfast with many tasty treats. Each family will receive a gingerbread
house to decorate. A candy table will be provided, loaded with candies to create a special family decoration. Santa will have a gift for each child. Bring your camera! You’ll want to capture the memories of that
special visit with Santa.
Includes:
• Visit with Santa
• Hot Breakfast
• Gingerbread House (one per family)
• Gift from Santa for each child
• Hot cocoa table
• Special Holiday mug for children
($15 extra fee for each additional house.)
Preregistration is necessary to guarantee
a gingerbread house for each family.
Registration Opens:
Oct. 11
In District
Nov. 1
Out of District
Fee:
In District
$11
$16
Out of District
$13 $18 Ages: 3-10
Ages: 11-Adult
Children under 3 are admitted free, but
still need to be registered for the gift count.
Max: 125 people
Registration deadline is December 1.
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Winter Camp
Have your children join our winter break camp, they
will participate in a variety of sports and crafts. Crafts
and activities will be holiday-themed. Campers will
also participate in a field trip to a movie theater or
the bowling alley.
Some sports and activities offered are: basketball,
whiffle ball, dodgeball, volleyball, free range craft
time, and holiday-themed arts and crafts. Please
pack a lunch each day.
Location: Grant Park
Date: Dec. 27, 28, 29, 30, Jan. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fee: $140 In District/$160 Out of District
Before Care:
8-9 a.m. $20 In District/$40 Out of District
After Care:
4-6 p.m. $30 In District/$50 Out of District
Min/Max: 10/20
Preregistration is required. Deadline is December 21.
Winter Camp / Kids Birthday Parties
# 272701 Y1
Ages: 6-12
Call (708) 716-4822 for information on
Birthday Party packages at George A. Leoni Complex
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Veterans Park District 2016-2017 Preschool
Ages 3-5
Register Today!
PRESCHOOL
...
LOCATIONS: Veterans Park District currently has two preschools located in the Melrose Park area and one in Northlake.
Our preschool program offers the ideal environment for you and your preschooler. Imagine your child being inspired daily by dedicated teachers, meeting new friends, singing, dancing, creating art, and much more!
Preschool Registration Information:
Our Creative Curriculum is organized by weekly themes, which promote development in different areas through the use of play. This curriculum includes literacy, music, dramatic play, math, science, small motor and large motor skills.
Through these areas of curriculum, children develop academically, physically,
and socially/emotionally.
Registration Locations:
Teachers use Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards to plan weekly
themes with reasonable expectations of children’s development in the preschool years. These standards are aligned to the Illinois Kindergarten Standards
and Common Core State Standards to promote readiness for Kindergarten.
Requirements:
Teachers also use the Get Set for School Readiness and Writing Curriculum for
Pre-K. This program addresses children’s diverse learning styles in fun, engaging, and unique multisensory lessons. These lessons also provide support for
struggling students and strategies for English Language Learners. Lessons
address general readiness, alphabet knowledge, letter/number recognition and
formation, counting, drawing, shapes, and colors.
Additional Information:
• Free monthly family nights
•Parent–teacher conferences twice a year
•Portfolios and assessments to demonstrate your child’s growth and development
•All teachers are CPR and First Aid certified
•Full day and half day options available
• B
ulger Park, 1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park
• G
rant Park, 44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake
• George A. Leoni Complex,
Parents must complete a registration
packet before a child is allowed to register.
Packets are available at our Bulger Park,
Grant Park, and Leoni Complex facilities.
You may also download our parent packet
at www.veteransparkdistrict.org. The following checklist is due at registration:
• Completed Registration Packet
• Child’s Birth Certificate
• Current Physical and Medical Requirements (found in registration packet)
• A picture ID or utility bill with name and
current address
• $85 Non-refundable Deposit
• Must be 3 years old by Sept. 1st and
potty trained
Preschool Tours:
Set up an appointment for your preschool tour! Parent(s)/Guardian(s) are more than welcome to visit our preschools and see where all the
fun and learning take place! See our preschoolers in action, ask our Preschool Director questions, and learn all about our curriculum and
program. Please contact Preschool Director, Lindsay Halawith, at (708) 731-5290 or via e-mail at [email protected].
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Preschool Locations and Offerings:
All programs run August 29–May 26
Bataan Preschool
1220 N. 9th Ave, Melrose Park
Bulger Preschool
1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park
Veterans Park District Preschool
112 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake
Half day: 9 a.m.-Noon or 1-4 p.m.
Before Care: 8-9 a.m.
After Care 4-5 p.m.
2, 3, or 5 day options!
Full day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
After Care 4-5 p.m.
Half day: 9 a.m.-Noon or 1-4 p.m.
After Care 4-5 p.m.
Pricing
Half Day Program # 111117
Full Day Program # 111117
All children will be provided with morning and afternoon
snack and lunch included in tuition.
Days/Fees (Monthly: Due the 5th of each month)
5 Days (M-F) $480 In District / $510 Out of District
3 Days (M/W/F) $297 In District / $327 Out of District
2 Days (T/Th) $199 In District / $229 Out of District
Dates: Aug. 29–May 26
Times: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
PRESCHOOL
All children are provided with a snack included in tuition.
Days/Fees (Monthly: Due the 5th of each month)
5 Days (M-F)
$228 In District / $258 Out of District
3 Days (M/W/F) $144 In District / $179 Out of District
2 Days (T/Th) $97 In District / $127 Out of District
Times: 9 a.m.-Noon OR 1-4 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
Preschool Before Care and After Care # 111117
Fees (Monthly: Due the 5th day of each month along with
tuition)
5 days (M-F) $60
3 days (M/W/F) $36
2 days (T/Th) $24
After Care: 4-5 p.m.
For more information please call the Preschool Director, Lindsay Halawith at
(708) 731-5290 or contact via e-mail at [email protected].
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Sports & REC CLUB
Kindergarten – 8th grade ages welcome.
Come join our Sports and Rec Club at George A Leoni Complex in Melrose Park. Children participate in a variety of structured and unstructured activities. Featuring fun recreational activities, such as group games and sporting activities during the first half of Sport & Rec Club. The
second half of the program children can read, watch a movie, do homework, and participate in
quiet activities such as arts and crafts and table games.
AFTER SCHOOL Programs
A snack will be provided each day. VPD Sports & Rec Club is a place where children have fun
and feel safe after school.
# 272710
Days: Monday-Friday
Times and Fees (per session)
3-4:30 p.m. $70 In District/$85 Out of District – First half of club
4:30-6 p.m. $70 In District/$85 Out of District – Second half of club
Sessions run monthly. Payment must be made in advance.
Location: George A. Leoni Complex
Min/Max: 7/20
Preregistration is required. This is a drop off program.
AFTER SCHOOL
cARE
Care provided to:
Grades: K-5 (full or afternoon kindergarten only)
District 89: Jane Addams, Melrose Park
District 83: Roy, Scott, Westdale
District 87: Whittier Schools
Minimum three children per school in order to provide
transportation.
# 272700
Day: Monday–Friday
Time: After school-6 p.m.
Fees: $7 per day
Facilities: Grant Park (Northlake)
Transportation provided from school to Grant Park.
Parents pick up at 6 p.m. Maximum 40 children. Payment must
be made in advance.
Please call to be added to a waiting list.
Schedule based on your school’s calendar. No after school care
when schools are not in session.
For more information please call Nico Urbinati at Grant Park:
(708) 343-5270
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Take advantage of a great program for your
child’s after-school needs. We provide a safe,
caring, active environment that promotes education and an active lifestyle. Children are provided with a snack, help with homework, along
with opportunities to play both inside and out!
Whether it’s working on homework, playing
board games, shooting hoops in the gym, or
running around the playground, there is something for every child at After School Care.
VPD En Español
Escuela Pre-Escolar 2016-2017
edades 3 a 5
Nuestro programa preescolar ofrece el ambiente ideal para usted y
su niño en edad preescolar.
¡Imagine que su hijo sea inspirado a diario por maestros dedicados, reunidos nuevos amigos, cantar, bailar, crear arte, y mucho
más! Nuestro Currículo Creativo está organizado por temas semanales, que promueve desarrollo en diferentes áreas a través del
uso de juego. Plan de estudios incluye la alfabetización, música,
juego dramático, matemáticas, ciencia, pequeño motor y grandes
habilidades motoras.
A través de estas áreas del plan de estudios, los niños desarrollan
académico, físico, y socialmente / emocionalmente.
Los maestros también utilizan la Prepárate para la Preparación
Escolar y Escritura Currículo para Pre-K. Este programa se dirige
a diversos estilos de aprendizaje de los niños en la diversión, con
la participación, y lecciones multisensorial únicas. Estas lecciones
también proporcionan apoyo a estudiantes con dificultades y
estrategias para estudiantes del idioma inglés. Lecciones abordar
la preparación en general, el conocimiento del alfabeto, la letra / el
reconocimiento de números y formación, contar, dibujo, formas y
colores.
Información Adicional
• Noches familiares mensuales gratis
• Conferencias de padres y maestros dos veces al año
•Carteras y evaluaciones para demostrar el crecimiento y desarrollo de su hijo
• Todos los profesores son de CPR y primeros auxilios certificados
• Opciones de día completo y medio día disponibles
Visita preescolar
¡Haga una cita para su tour de preescolar! Padre(s) / tutor(s) son
más que bienvenidos a visitar nuestros centros preescolares y
ver donde todo la diversión y el aprendizaje se lleva a cabo! Vea
nuestros niños de preescolar en acción, por favor de preguntar a
nuestra Directora Preescolar cualquier pregunta, y aprender todo
acerca de nuestro plan de estudios y programa. Por favor contacte
la Directora de Preescolar, Lindsay Halawith, al (708) 731-5290 o
por correo electrónico a [email protected].
Registro Localizaciones:
• Bulger Park, 1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park
• Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake
• Complejo Leoni, 800 N. 17th Ave. , Melrose Park
Ubicaciones y opciones de preescolar:
Todos los programas se inician 13 de septiembre – 1 de mayo
Bataan Preescolar
1220 N. 9th Ave, Melrose Park
Medio día: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cuidado antes: 8-9 a.m.
2, 3, o 5 opciones de día!
Bulger Preescolar
1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park
Día completo: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
NUEVO Cuidado después 4-5 p.m.
VPD • EN ESPAñOL
Los maestros usan Estándares de Aprendizaje y Desarrollo Infantil
de Illinois para planificar los temas semanales con expectativas
razonables de desarrollo de los niños de edad preescolar. Estas
normas están alineados a las Normas de Kindergarten Illinois y los
Estándares Estatales Comunes para promover la preparación para
el Kindergarten.
Requisitos:
Los padres deben completar un paquete de registro antes que el
niño se registre. Los paquetes están disponibles en los Parques de
Bulger, Grant Park y Leoni. También puede descargar nuestro paquete para padres en www.veteransparkdistrict.org. Los siguientes
requisitos deben ser entregados al momento de la inscripción:
• Paquete de Registro completado
• Acta de nacimiento del niño
• F ísica de la salud del niño y requisitos médicos (que se encuentra
en el paquete de inscripción)
• U
na identificación con foto o factura de servicios públicos con el
nombre y dirección actual
• $85 de depósito no reembolsable
• D
ebe ser de 3 años de edad antes de 01 de septiembre para
comenzar y sin usar pañales (capaz de usar el baño solo)
Veterans Park District Preescolar
112 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake
Medio día: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.
NUEVO Cuidado después 4-5 p.m.
Precios
Programa de medio día # 111116
Los niños reciben un bocadillo que ya está incluido en la matrícula
mensual.
Días / tarifa (mensual: tarifa se debe al 5 de cada mes)
5 Días (L-V) $219 En Distrito
$249 Fuera de Distrito
3 Días (L / M / V) $139 En Distrito
2 Días (M / J) $93 En Distrito
Fechas: 1 de septiembre – 13 de mayo
Horarios: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. o 1-4 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
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VPD En Español
VPD • EN ESPAñOL
Programa Día Completo # 111116
Los niños recibirán un almuerzo y un bocadillo que ya está incluido en la matrícula mensual.
Días / tarifa (mensual: tarifa se debe al 5 de cada mes)
5 Días (L-V) $462 En Distrito $492 Fuera de Distrito
3 Días (L / M / V) $280 En Distrito $310 Fuera de Distrito
2 Días (M / J) $188 En Distrito $218 Fuera de Distrito
Fechas: 1 de septiembre - 13 de mayo
Horario: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
Campamento de Mini Porristas
Edades: 5-8 años
Dame una C, dame una H, dame una E, dame una E, dame una R…
¿Que escribe? CHEER! CHEER! CHEER!!!
¡Cada porrista es bienvenido para el campamento! ¡En este programa, aprenderán rutinas de porristas, coordinación del ritmo,
flexibilidad, y mucho más! ¡Conocimiento de porristas se enseña y
se fortaleza. Conoce nuevos amigos, aprende un nuevo deporte y
más importante, diviértete!
Preescolar cuidado antes and cuidado después # 111116
Tarifas (mensual: tarifa se debe al 5 de cada mes junto con la
matrícula)
5 días (L-V) $60
3 días (L/M/V) $36
2 días (M/J) $24
Fechas: 1 de septiembre – 13 de mayo
Cuidado después: 4-5 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
#182121
Para obtener más información, por favor llame a la Directora de
Preescolar, Lindsay Halawith a (708) 731-5290 o por correo electrónico a [email protected].
¡Los niños van a practicar el reconocimiento, el sonido, y el vocabulario durante jugando unos juegos divertidos!
Día: Martes
Día: Sábados
Fecha: Sept. 17 – Nov. 5
Horario: 1-2 p.m.
Ubicación: Grant Park Recreation Center Gym
Precio: $40 en Distrito/$55 fuera del Distrito
Min/Max: 5/12
¡Yo se mis letras!
Edades: 3-5 años
#314002 C1
Sesión 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, y 27
Ubicación: Veterans Park Preschool/Northlake City Centre
Sesión 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, y 25
Ubicación: Bataan Preschool
#314002 C2
Sesión 3: Nov. 8, 15, 22, y 29
Ubicación: Bulger Park
#314002 C3
Min/Max: 3/10
Descubriendo Dinosaurios
Edades: 4-8 años
Niños descubrirán y aprender de diferentes tipos de dinosaurios y
sus ambientes escuchando historias, cantando, construir hábitat
de dinosaurio, y después buscar y desenterrar huevos de dinosaurios. Abrirán fósiles que hallaron y ayudaran sus dinosaurios
explorar y vivir en sus ambientes.
Días: Sábado
Fechas: Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Tiempo: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
#314002 D1
Ubicación: Veterans Park Preschool/Northlake City Centre
Tempo: 2-4 p.m.
Ubicación: Bataan Park
#314002 D2
Min/Max: 4/10
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VPD Po polsku
Veterans Park District PRZEDSZKOLE 2016-2017
Wiek: 3-5 lat
Rejestracja zaczyna się 1-go lutego. Wszystkie programy
odbywają się w datach 1 września - 13 maja.
LOKALIZACJA/REJESTRACJA:
Veterans Park District obecnie ma dwa przedszkola znajdujące się
w Melrose Park i jedno w Northlake.
• Bulger Park, 1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park
• Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake
• George A. Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park
Nasze przedszkole oferuje idealne warunki dla ciebie i twojego
Przedszkolaka. Twoje dziecko będzie codziennie inspirowane
przez wykwalifikowanych nauczycieli, poznawanie nowych
przyjaciół, śpiew, taniec, zajęcia plastyczne i wiele więcej!
Nasi nauczyciele przestrzegają Standardów Wczesnej Nauki i Rozwoju w Illinois w planowaniu cotygodniowych lekcji, prawidłowo
dostosowanych do oczekiwań rozwoju dzieci w wieku przedszkolnym. Normy te są podporządowane Standardom Nauczania
w Zerówkach w Illinois i Ogólnym Stanowym Standardom
Nauczania co promuje przygotowanie twojego dziecka do
Zerówki.
Nauczyciele również stosują Standardy Nauczania „Przygotuj się
do Szkoły” dla Przedszkoli. Program ten dotyczy różnych sposobów w jakie dzieci zdobywają i przyjmują informacje. Lekcje te
zapewniają również wsparcie dla dzieci z trudnościami w szkole
i strategie dla uczniów uczących się języka angielskiego. Lekcje
dotyczą ogólnej gotowości dziecka w przedszkolu, poznanie alfabetu, rozpoznawanie i tworzenie liter i cyfr, liczenie, rysowanie,
poznawanie kształtów i kolorów.
DODATKOWE INFORMACJE:
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Bezpłatne Rodzinne Spotkania raz w miesiącu
Wywiadówki rodziców z nauczycielami dwa razy w roku
Ewaluacje aby wykazać rozwój Twojego dziecka
Wszyscy nauczyciele mają certyfikaty CPR i Pierwszej Pomocy
Dostępne opcje: pełny dzień lub pół dnia
WIZYTY PRZEDSZKOLNE:
Umów się na wizytę w naszym przedszkolu! Rodziców i
opiekunów serdecznie zapraszamy do odwiedzenia naszego
przedszkola gdzie odbywa się zabawa i nauka! Zobacz nasze
przedszkolaki w akcji i dowiedz się wszystkiego o naszym programie. Prosimy o kontakt z Dyrektorem naszego Przedszkola,
Lindsay Halawith (708) 731-5290 lub poprzez e-mail lhalawith@
veteransparkdistrict.org.
Możecie się Państwo również kontaktować po polsku z Magdą
Walls (708) 716-4822 lub poprzez e-mail [email protected].
Wymagania:
Rodzice muszą wypełnić pakiet rejestracyjny zanim dziecko może
być zarejestrowane.
Pakiety rejestracyjne dostępne są w naszych lokalizacjach: Bulger
Park, Grant Park i George A. Leoni Complex.
Można je także pobrać z naszej strony internetowej www.veteransparkdistrict.org.
Następująca lista wymagań musi być spełniona przy rejestracji:
• Uzupełniony Pakiet Rejestracyjny
• Akt urodzenia dziecka
• A
ktualne badanie zdrowotne (formy znajdują się w pakiecie
rejestracyjnym)
• P
rawo jazdy/stanowe ID lub rachunek z Państwa imieniem i
nazwiskiem i aktualnym adresem
• $85 bezzwrotna opłata rejestracyjna
• D
ziecko musi mieć ukoczone 3 latka przed 1 września i
samodzielnie chodzić do toalety (bez pieluch).
Przedszkole Bataan • 1220 N. 9th Ave, Melrose Park
Pół dnia: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Opieka Przed Szkołą: 8-9 a.m.
Opcje: 2, 3 lub 5 dni!
Przedszkole Bulger • 1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park
Pełny dzień : 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
NOWA OPCJA: Opieka po Szkole: 4-5 p.m.
Przedszkole Veterans Park District • 112 N. Wolf Rd, Northlake
Pół dnia: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. lub 1-4 p.m.
NOWA OPCJA: Opieka po Szkole: 4-5 p.m.
VPD • PO polsku
Nasz Kreatywny Program Nauczania jest prowadzony według
cotygodniowych lekcji z zastosowaniem zabaw, co promuje
postęp w wielu aspektach rozwoju twojego dziecka. Nasz
program nauczania obejmuje umiejętność czytania i pisania,
muzykę, zabawy w teatr, matematykę, naukę o przyrodzie i
motorykę. Poprzez te obszary nauczania, dzieci rozwijają się
akademicko, fizycznie, społecznie i emocjonalnie.
Informacje o Rejestracji do Przedszkola:
OPŁATY:
Pół dnia Program # 111117
Wszystkie dzieci otrzymują snack wliczony w czesne.
Dni/Opłaty (Miesięcznie: płatne do 5-go każdego miesiąca)
5 dni ( Pon–Pt )
$219 W dystrykcie $249 Poza dystryktem
3 dni ( Pon / Śr / Pt ) $139 W dystrykcie $169 Poza dystryktem
2 dni ( Wt / Cz )
Data: 1 września–13 maja
Godziny: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. LUB 1-4 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
Pełny dzień Program # 111117
Wszystkie dzieci otrzymują poranny i popołudniowy snack i lunch
wliczony w czesne.
Dni / Opłaty (Miesięcznie: płatne do 5-go każdego miesiąca)
5 dni ( Pon-Pt )
3 dni ( Pon / Śr / Pt ) $280 W dystrykcie $310 Poza dystryktem
2 dni ( Wt / Cz )
Data: 1 września – 13 maja
Godziny: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Min/Max: 3/20
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VPD Po polsku
Opieka Przed i Po Szkole # 111117
Opłaty (Miesięcznie: płatne do 5-go każdego miesiąca razem z czesnym)
5 dni ( Pon-Pt ) $60
3 dni ( Pon / Śr / Pt ) $36
2 dni ( Wt / Cz ) $24
Data: 1 września - 13 maja
Opieka Po Szkole: 4-5 p.m.
Min/Max : 3/20
Po więcej informacji, prosimy o kontakt z Dyrektorem naszego
Przedszkola, Lindsay Halawith (708) 731-5290 lub poprzez e-mail
[email protected].
Możecie się Państwo również kontaktować po polsku z
Magdą Walls (708) 416-4822 lub poprzez e-mail mwalls@
veteransparkdistrict.org.
Umięśniona Matematyka
WIEK: 3-5
Dzieci w wieku przedszkolnym będą wyginać swoje umysłowe i
fizyczne mięśnie w tej klasie. Będą tańczyć, ćwiczyć i grać w gry
podczas rozwijania umiejętności takich jak rozpoznawanie liczb,
liczenie, korespondencja liczb i wzory.
Dzień: Poniedziałek
Daty:
esja 1: 12, 19, i 26 września
S
Lokalizacja: Klasa w Bulger Park
esja 2: 3, 17 i 24 października
S
# 314002 M2
Lokalizacja: P
rzedszkole Veterans Park
Northlake City Centre
VPD • PO polsku
esja 3: 7, 14 i 21 listopada S
Lokalizacja: Przedszkole Bataan
# 314002 M3
Godzina: 5-6 p.m.
Opłata: $20 W dystrykcie/$28 Poza dystryktem
Min/Max: 3/10
Znam Moje Abecadło!
Wiek: 3-5
Dynio-paluza
Dzieci będą ćwiczyć rozpoznawanie literek, dźwięki liter i
słownictwo za pomocą różnych zabaw i gier.
Wiek: 3-8 lat
Dynie, dynie, dynie! Dzieci w tej klasie będą eksperymentować z
dyniami, na przykad: dowiedzą się jak dynie rosną, będą je ważyć,
oraz opróżniać ich wnętrza, a następnie dekorować. Każde dziecko
opuści klasę z jego własną dynią!
Dzień: Sobota
Data: 8 października
# 314002 B1
Godzina: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lokalizacja: Northlake City Centre
Data: 15 października
# 314002 B2
Godzina: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lokalizacja: George A. Leoni Complex Activity Room
Opłata: $10
Min/Max: 3/10 (każda lokalizacja)
Koszykówka dla Maluchów
Wiek: 4-6
Ten program jest naszą wprowadzającą klasą dla przyszłych graczy
koszykówki All-Star. Uczestnicy klasy zapoznają się z podstawami
zasad gry. Dziewczęta i chłopcy będą uczyć się podstaw koszykówki podczas różnych zabaw i ćwiczeń, i rozwijać swoje umiejętności
takie jak zwód (drybling), podanie, rzucanie do kosza, przechwytywanie i obrona. Kosze będą odpowiednie do wieku.
Dzień: Wtorek
Data: 20 września - 8 listopada
# 182121 P
Godzina: 5-6 p.m.
Lokalizacja: Grant Park Recreation Center Gym
Min/Max: 5/16
28
# 314002 M1
Dzień: Wtorek
Godzina: 5-6 p.m.
Daty:
Sesja 1: 6, 13, 20 i 27 września
# 314002 C1
Lokalizacja: Veterans Park Preschool
Northlake City Centre
esja 2: 4, 11, 18 i 25 października # 314002 C2
S
Lokalizacja: Bataan Preschool
esja 3: 8, 15, 22 i 29 listopada
S
# 314002 C3
Lokalizacja: Bulger Park Classroom
Min/Max: 3/10
Tresura Psów Dla początkujących
Ta klasa jest dla wszystkich psów z podstawowymi manierami.
Uczenie sztuczek jest doskonałym ćwiczeniem umysłowym i buduje zaufanie. Przyczyni się to również do wzmocnienia więzi między
Tobą i Twoim psem. „Ukłoń się,”„Waruj,”„Daj Łapę,”„Siad,”„Obróć
się” to tylko niektóre ze sztuczek których Twój pies się nauczy. Jeśli
szukasz czegoś nowego i ekscytującego dla swojego czworonoga,
to zapisz się do tej klasy!
Dzień: Sobota
Data: 10 września – 15 października # 311121 K6
5 listopada – 17 grudnia
# 311121 K7
(Nie ma klasy 26 listopada)
Godzina: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Lokalizacja: Garaż Bulger Park
Opłata: $60
Instruktor: Eileen Rodriguez
Aquatics
VPD Swim Academy
Ages: 6 and older
Sign up for Veterans Park District Swim Academy! All classes
are taught by Ellis certified lifeguards. This six level program
will teach your child to develop their swimming skills and
strokes. Each level will review and enhance the skills your child
has already learned and introduce them to new strokes and
techniques.
Early Childhood
Alphabet Adventures
I Know My ABCs!
Ages: 3-5
Ages: 3-5 Years
Alphabet Adventures provides an excellent form of preschool
enrichment and Kindergarten preparation by having students focus on and explore a single alphabet letter each week
through songs, stories, and art. Students will create their very
own Alphabet book they will take home the last week of class.
This is a drop off class. A detailed class schedule will be distributed to participants the first week of class.
Children will practice letter recognition, letter sounds, and
vocabulary through a variety of fun alphabet games. This is a
drop off class.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Sept. 8 – May 11
# 314002 A1
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Location: Veterans Park Preschool Northlake City Centre
Day: Fridays
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Dates: Sept. 9-May 12
Location: Bataan Preschool
# 314002 A2
Day: Tuesday
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, & 27
# 314002 C1
Location: Veterans Park PreschoolNorthlake City Centre
Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, & 25
Location: Bataan Preschool
# 314002 C2
Session 3: Nov. 8, 15, 22, & 29
Location: Bulger Park Classroom
# 314002 C3
Aquatics / Early Childhood
Level 1: B
asic Water Skills: floating, gliding, kicking
Level 2: A
dvanced Water Skills: streamline kicking on front and
back
Level 3: I ntroduction to Strokes: Side stroke, Elementary Backstroke, Front Crawl
Level 4: I ntroduction to Strokes II: Front Crawl, Backstroke,
Treading Water
Level 5: I ntroduction to Strokes III: Breaststroke kick, Front Crawl
Flip Turns
Level 6: I ntroduction to Strokes IV: Breaststroke, Butterfly, Backstroke Flip Turns
#389897
Day: Monday and Wednesday
Time: 7
-7:40 p.m. Levels 1-6
8-8:40 p.m. Levels 1-6
Dates:
Session 1: Sept. 5 - 28
Session 2: Oct. 3 - 26 ( No class on Oct. 10)
Session 3: Nov. 7 - 30
Day: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 7
-7:40 p.m. Levels 1-6
8-8:40p.m. Levels 1-6
Dates:
Session 1: Sept. 8 - 29
Session 2: Oct. 4 - 27
Session 3: Nov. 8 - 29 ( No class on Nov. 11, 25)
Location: East Leyden High School
3400 Rose Street
Franklin Park, Entrance #6
Fee per session: $50 In District/$55 Out of District
Call (708) 343-5270 for more information.
Min/Max: 3/10
Fee: $270 In District/$324 Out of District($10/$12 per class)
Min/Max: 3/10
Pumpkinpalooza
Ages: 3-8
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins! Children in this class will explore pumpkins by completing activities that include, but are
not limited to, learning how they grow, weighing them, taking
out the insides, then decorating. Each child will leave the class
with their very own pumpkin! This is a drop off class.
Day: Saturday
Date: Oct. 8
# 314002 B1
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Date: Oct. 15 # 314002 B2
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Location: George A. Leoni Complex Activity Room
Fee: $10
Min/Max: 3/10 (each location)
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Early Childhood
Dinosaur Discovery
AGES: 4-8
Children will discover and learn about different types of dinosaurs and their habitats through hearing stories, singing songs,
building a dinosaur habitat, and then excavating for dinosaur
eggs. They will open the fossils they have found and help their
dinosaurs explore and live in their habitat.
Day: Saturday
Dates: Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
# 314002 D1
Time: 2-4 p.m. Location: Bataan Park
# 314002 D2
Early Childhood
Min/Max: 4/10
Music & Movement
Pee Wee Picassos
Ages: 1.5-4
Ages: 2-4
In this program, you and your child will be able to experiment
with new materials to make art during each class. Through art
activities, children practice important skills including fine motor skills. Prepare for lots of fun and sentimental keepsakes.
Day: Thursday
Dates:
Session 1: Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6 # 314002 G1
Session 2: Nov. 3, 10, 17, Dec. 1 & 8 # 314002 G1
Time: 11 a.m. - Noon
Min/Max: 3/10
Muscle Math
Ages: 3-5
Mark your calendars on Mondays for math fun! Preschool age
students can flex their mental and physical muscles in this
hands-on class where they will dance, exercise, and play games
all while practicing skills such as number recognition, counting,
1:1 correspondence, and patterns. This is a drop off class.
Day: Monday
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Session 1: Sept. 12, 19, & 26 Location: Bulger Park Classroom
# 314002 M1
Session 2: Oct. 3, 17, & 24
# 314002 M2
Session 3: Nov. 7, 14, & 21 Location: Bataan Preschool
# 314002 M3
Children will sing and dance, explore the sounds of various
musical instruments, as well as make their own. Parents are
more than welcome to stay and enjoy the fun!
Day: Tuesdays
Dates:
Session 1: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
# 314002 E1
Day: Thursdays
Dates:
Session 2: Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26 # 314002 E2
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Min/Max: 4/8
Fall Fun
Ages: 3-5
Students will explore the season through their senses by participating in activities about leaves, fall animals, pumpkins, and
trees. This is a drop off class.
Day: Saturday
Dates: Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Location: Northlake City Centre Time: 1-2 p.m.
Activity Room # 314002 F2
Min/Max: 3/10
Min/Max: 3/10
30
# 314002 F1
Pee Wee Playtime
Ages: 1–5 years old with an adult
(Two locations)
Hey kids, bring your Mommy, Daddy, Grandma or Grandpa and play for an hour and a
half on our soft play equipment. We have plenty of toys for everyone! There will be COZY
COUPES, BIKES, MUSICAL TOYS, PUSH AND ROCKING TOYS, PLAY KITCHEN SET, BALLS,
and MANY MORE to add to your play experience!
Day: Mondays and Fridays
Dates: year-round
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Fee: only $1 for 90 minutes of fun
Creative Arts Children/Youth
Drawing for Beginners
Kanvas Kids Painting Class
Ages: 6-10
Ages: 6-12
Give your child a new way to see the world – through drawing!
Basic drawing techniques will be covered in this class, aimed
at helping young children expand their imagination, uncover
their creative sides, and interpret what they see. Supplies are
included.
Children who express themselves through painting take part
in a fun and fulfilling activity. Through this class, children will
become more creative, increase their critical-thinking skills,
and will gain a lifelong appreciation of art. By teaching your
children painting, you’re also opening them up to an entire
world of artistic expression! Supplies are included.
# 255560 A6
Day: Tuesday
Date: Sept. 13–Nov. 15 (No class on Oct. 25 and Nov. 8)
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Fee: $60 In District/75$ Out of District
Min/Max: 4/10
Intermediate Drawing
# 255561 A3
Day: Thursday
Date: Sept. 15–Nov. 10 (No class on Oct. 27)
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Min/Max: 4/10
Creative Arts • Children/Youth
Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Dates: year-round
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Location: Grant Park Recreation Center Gym
Ages: 8-12
Learn new and more challenging drawing techniques in this
intermediate class, such as light source, shading and contouring,
and more! Your child will have the opportunity to learn new ways
to interpret the world around them.
# 255560 B2
Day: Tuesday
Date: Sept. 13–Nov. 15 (No class on Oct. 25 and Nov. 8)
Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Min/Max: 4/10
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Ballet
Children/Youth
Signing up your little ballerina for our 16-week program is a deal waiting to be taken advantage of! Each
class takes part in a mini-recital and a grand finale.
* Recital dress fee is included.
Mommy and Me: This class is offered for students who are not
ready to be separated from their parent(s) for half-hour long
ballet class. ONE parent/student will participate for entire class
period with their child. Each student will work on balance and
becoming independent.
Ballet • Children/Youth
Pre-Ballet A: The basics of ballet are presented in a fun and
educational way. Song and rhyme are incorporated for these
younger students. Students work on mostly loco-motor movement to increase coordination, balance, and flexibility.
Pre-Ballet B: The basics of ballet are further explored. Students will continue to work on improving their loco-motor
movements, coordination, balance and flexibility. Students are
introduced to new ballet terms and movements. This class is for
students who have completed a minimum of one full semester
of pre-ballet “A”.
Ballet 4-6: Students further their ballet technique as well as
begin to learn French ballet terminology. Students will learn
new and more complex steps and begin to connect movements with their official French names. Improvisation is introduced as a means of self-expression.
Ballet 7-10: Students further their knowledge of ballet by
learning more technically advanced steps. Students are expected to know the French translations of steps. Choreography
is focused on connecting various steps together, and working
in small groups to create short ballet routines. Improvisation is
further explored as an additional way to create choreography.
Advanced Ballet 10-12: This class is for experienced dancers
only. The instructor will inform parents after the first day of
class if your child is ready. Students are expected to know the
names of basic steps and be able to execute them. In this class
more advanced steps will be taught and timing, artistry, and
precision are the focus. you
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Ballet
Children/Youth
Pre Ballet Monday
Ballet Tuesday
Pre Ballet Wednesday
# 122211 A4
Date: Aug. 15 – Dec. 5
(no class Sept. 5, Oct. 10, 31)
Time: 5-5:30 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
*Make up dates are on Tues. & Wed.
# 122211 B2
Date: Aug. 16 – Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 8)
Time: 5-5:45 p.m.
Location: Kahl Park
Min/Max: 5/12
# 122211 C4
Time: 5:45-6:15 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Pre Ballet Tuesday
Ballet Wednesday
Ballet Monday
Ages: 3-4
# 122211 B3
Date: Aug. 16 – Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 8)
Time: 5:45-6:15 p.m.
Location: Kahl Park
Min/Max: 5/12
# 122211 C5
Time: 6:15-7 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Ages: 3-4
# 122211 A5
Time: 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Pre Ballet B Monday
Ages: 3-4
# 122211 A6
Time: 6:15-6:45 p.m.
Fee: $110 In-District/$115 Out of District
Min/Max: 5/12
Advanced Ballet Monday
Ages: 10-12
# 122211 A7
Time: 6:45-7:30 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
*Make up dates to be assigned
Ages: 3-4
Ages: 7-10
Mommy and Me Ballet
Tuesday
Ages: 2-4
Dates:
Session 1: Aug. 16 – Oct. 4 # 122211 D2
Session 2: O
ct. 11 – Dec. 6
(no class Nov. 8) # 122211 D3
Time: 6.15-6.45 p.m.
Location: Kahl Park
Min/Max: 5/12
Ballet Wednesday
Ages: 4-6
# 122211 C3
Time: 5-5:45 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Ballet • Children/Youth
Ages: 4-6
Ages: 4-6
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Gymnastics
Children/Youth
Tumbling and Gymnastics classes taught by Kids First. All classes need minimum attendance to run.
Gymnastics • Children/Youth
Baby Steps Program
Higher Standards Programs Gymnastics
Ages: 18 months–35 months
Ages: 5-12
This is a fun tumbling experience where a parent can interact with their little child in basic tumbling activity. This is a
parent-assisted program and active wear is advised. Come and
enjoy the interaction this program has to offer. No experience
necessary.
Higher Standards programs develop all basic skills of floor
exercise, uneven bars, balance beam and vault. This class will
challenge each child at their own level from the first time
student, to those returning to achieve the challenge of the next
progression. No experience necessary.
Day: Saturday
Dates:
Sept. 10 – Oct. 8
# 233666 Q
Oct. 15 – Nov. 12
# 233666 Q1
Nov. 19 – Dec. 17
# 233666 Q2
Time: 9:15-9:45 a.m.
Location: Grant Park Recreation Center Gymnasium
Fee: $52.50 In District/$54.50 Out of District
Min/Max: 5/12
Day: Saturday
Dates:
Sept. 10 – Oct. 8
# 233666 T
Oct. 15 – Nov. 12
# 233666 T1
Nov. 19 – Dec. 17
# 233666 T2
Time: 11:15 a.m.-Noon
Min/Max: 5/12
Little Steps Program
Higher Standards Programs Tumbling
Ages: 3-4
Ages: 5-12
Are you looking for a fun class that develops coordination, selfconfidence, listening, strength, balance and body awareness?
Your child will learn basic bumbling, bar, balance beam, vaulting skills and movements associated with gymnastics at an appropriate level for their age. Please note that children need to
participate without parent assistance. No experience necessary.
Higher Standards tumbling will teach very basic front rolls,
back rolls, cartwheels and handstands. Round-offs, backbends,
front and back hand-springs will be taught as students’ progress. No experience necessary.
Day: Saturday
Dates:
Sept. 10 – Oct. 8
# 233666 R
Oct. 15 – Nov. 12
# 233666 R1
Nov. 19 – Dec. 17
# 233666 R2
Time: 9:45-10:30 a.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Day: Saturday
Dates:
Sept. 10 – Oct. 8
# 233666 U
Oct. 15 – Nov. 12
# 233666 U1
Nov. 19 – Dec. 17
# 233666 U2
Time: Noon-12:45 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Bigger Steps Programs
Ages: 4-5
Bigger STEPS program helps the first time tumblers and returning gymnast improve their basic skills, while taking their next
step up in the development of basic gymnastics. Fun and
interesting challenges await your child at the Bigger STEPS
gymnastics class. No experience necessary.
Day: Saturday
Dates:
Sept. 10 – Oct. 8
# 233666 S
Oct. 15 – Nov. 12
# 233666 S1
Nov. 19 – Dec. 17
# 233666 S2
Time: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
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Sports
Children/Youth
Basketball Pre-Season Camps
Biddy Basketball
Grades: 1-8
Ages: 4-6
Veterans Park District will be having two pre-season camps
for participants who will be enrolling in the Youth Basketball
League at Veterans Park District or open to anyone who wants
to enhance their basketball fundamental skills. This camp is
also designed as a pre-season tune up/warm up camp before
the league starts. The Staff will run participants through a
series of fundamentals including shooting, ball handling, passing, defense and much more.
This program is our introductory class for future all-star basketball players. Participants will be instructed on the very basics
of the game. Girls and boys will have fun working on their dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding and defense with drills
and fun games incorporating these basic skills. Age appropriate hoops will be provided.
Chicago Bulls Shooting Camp
Ages: 5-14
The Bulls/Sox Academy will be
hosting a Chicago Bulls Shooting
camp at the Grant Park Recreation
Center for boys and girls ages
5-14. Every player, no matter their
position, needs to learn how to
shoot the basketball. This camp
will teach the latest techniques to
help improve a player’s shooting
form, hand-eye coordination,
footwork and shooting/lay-ups
off the dribble and catch, as well as teaching children how to
be student-athletes and great teammates. Every participant
will receive top flight instruction from our professional Bulls/
Sox Academy coaches who have learned from the Chicago
Bulls coaching staff. We provide a fun and safe environment for
children to learn the game, as well as teach life lessons such as
discipline, respect, sportsmanship and peer pressure.
Each participant will receive a replica autographed photo
of a current/former Chicago Bulls player, camp T-shirt and
personal scouting report
Days: Tuesdays
Date: Sept. 20–Oct. 11
(Ages 5-8)
# 172121 t1
Time: 6
-7 p.m.
7-8:30 p.m.
(Ages 9-14)
# 172121 t2
Location: Grant Park Recreation Center
(ages 5-8)
Fee: $85 Fee: $124 (ages 9-14)
Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Staff from the Bulls/Sox Academy
American Basketball Academy Clinic
Sports • Children/Youth
Days: Saturdays
Date: Nov. 12# 182121 P1
Dec. 3# 182121 P2
Times: 2-5 p.m.
Fee: $10
Min/Max: 20/60
Registration Deadline: Saturday, Nov. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 1
Preregistration is required for this program.
# 182121 p
Day: Tuesdays
Date: Sept. 20 – Nov. 8
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/16
Ages: 7-14
This four (4) week clinic led by former USBA’s Annie Roberts
and other former college players, these clinics will focus on
developing ball handling, offensive/defensive skills, passing,
shooting and positioning. All players will improve greatly with
this class, from beginner to AAU players.
Days: Tuesdays
Date: Oct. 25 – Nov. 15
# 182121 p3
Nov. 29 – Dec. 20 # 182121 p4
Time: 6
:30-7:30 p.m.
Fee: $40 In District/$45 Out Of District
Min/Max: 7/20
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Sports
Children/Youth
Youth Basketball League (Grades 1-8)
SPORTS • Children/Youth
Veterans Park District is proud to present its annual Youth
Basketball League. The basketball league will be available
for grades 1-8. All children will receive participation medals
this year along with team shirts. Please help the program
continue to grow by spreading the word throughout your
child’s schools and activities. Team shirts will be provided
before the start of the first game. Coaches will contact parents with their practice times and dates. Teams will practice
once or twice a week depending on grade level and gym
space. Read the descriptions below to become familiar with
our basketball leagues.
(Information provided on the Youth Basketball League is subject
to change at the discretion of Veterans Park District if necessary.)
Due to our enrollment numbers growing in the past 2 years,
some grade levels might be practicing at different locations,
playing a different day or playing at a different location. This
will all be determined closer to the start of the season and
determined by the number of kids enrolled in our league.
Grades 1-2
The season is scheduled to begin at the end of January on Saturday mornings. Teams will practice once a week. On game day, they
will also practice for the first 20 minutes and then play a non-competitive game after. Coaches will provide parents with schedules on their day of practice. All children will have equal playing time. At this level we stress the importance of teamwork and fun.
Coaches will be allowed to be on the court to encourage children to pass, dribble, shoot and help avoid committing fouls.
Grades 3-4
The season is scheduled to begin at the end of January on Saturdays mid-afternoon following Grades 1-2. Teams will practice
twice a week. Each team will have a roster of up to ten players. All children will have equal playing time. Veterans Park District will
provide IHSA certified referees for this grade level. This league places a strong emphasis on fun and learning – not competition.
Grades 5-6
The season is scheduled to begin at the end of January on Saturday early evenings following Grades 3-4. Teams will practice twice
a week. Each team will have a roster of up to ten players. All children will have equal playing time. Veterans Park District will provide IHSA certified referees for this grade level. This league places a strong emphasis on fun and learning – not competition.
Grades 7-8
The season is scheduled to begin at the end of January on Saturday nights following Grades 5-6. Teams will practice 1-2 times a week.
Each team will have a roster of up to ten players. All children will have equal playing time. Veterans Park District will provide IHSA
certified referees for this grade level. This league places a strong emphasis on fun and learning – not competition.
Volunteer Coach Program:
Volunteer coaches make the Youth Basketball League possible and a success. We are always in need of coaches, both beginner and
experienced coaches for our recreational Youth Basketball League. Volunteer Coaches are asked to do a Criminal Background Check,
Coaches Contract, Volunteer Waiver and Release Form, Volunteer Application and Volunteer Emergency Information Form. If you’re
not sure about being a head coach for a team, assistant coaching can be arranged. If you do have questions about Volunteer Coaching, contact Roy Rodriguez at (708) 716-4822.
Skills Days and Team Make Up
Skills days are very important and should not be missed – parents please save the dates. The skills day are scheduled to evaluate
children’s performance in an effort to create balanced teams. The first hour is to evaluate basic skills on dribbling, shooting and
passing. The second hour is to evaluate kids on game-play. How they play defense, offense and overall knowledge of the game.
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Children/Youth
Youth Basketball League continued
Skills Day 1 – Saturday, Nov. 19
Time: 9-11 a.m.
(Grades 1-2)
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Grades 3-4)
Time: 1-3 p.m.
(Grades 5-6
Time: 3-5 p.m.
(Grades 7-8)
** 1st hr is skills grading.**
** 2nd hour is grading kids in a game type situation.**
Veterans Park District Venom Travel Basketball Team
The mission of these travel teams is to provide a fun, safe and positive environment for competitive basketball. We will provide the development of each player’s skills, knowledge and appreciation for competitive basketball, as well as good sportsmanship and teamwork.
We are looking to get three teams to attend multiple NAYS tournaments in 2017. The levels
would be a combined 5th/6th grade team, 7th grade team and 8th grade team. A team will
consist of 8-10 players. We will have tryouts for each team in each grade level. A mandatory parent/player meeting (for those children who have made the team) will be held to have uniform
try-on and fee collection after try-outs. Cost per child will go to payment of uniforms, payment
of tournaments and any other items for the team to succeed.
Tryout Schedule
5th/6th Level 7th Level
March 20 6-7:30 p.m.
7:30-9 p.m. March 22
6-7:30 p.m.
7:30-9 p.m.
8th Level
March 21
6-7:30 p.m. March 24
6-7:30 p.m.
Skills Day 2 – Saturday, Dec. 17
Time: 9-11 a.m.
(Grades 1-2)
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Grades 3-4)
Time: 1-3 p.m.
(Grades 5-6))
Time: 3-5 p.m.
(Grades 7-8)
** 1st hr is skills grading.**
** 2nd hour is grading kids in a game type situation.**
Season: Jan. 21 – March 18
Playoffs: March 11-18
Game Days: Saturdays and Sundays
Grades 1-2: # 182121 O
Grades 3-4: # 182121 O1
Grades 5-6: # 182121 O2
Grades 7-8: # 182121 O3
Time: Grades 1-2 – Saturday Mornings*
Grades 3-4 – Saturday Afternoons*
Grades 5-6 – Saturday Evenings*
Grades 7-8 – Saturday Nights*
(* Games will also be played on Sundays)
Registration Deadline: Dec. 17
Early Bird Fee (Register by Nov. 12):
$60 In District/$70 Out of District
Regular Fee (after Nov. 13): $65 In District/$75 Out of District
Fee: $100
* Volunteer Coach
Preregistration form is required for this program. Registration deadline: March 1, 2017.
Youth Open Turf
Open Turf will include self-organized full field or half field games. Open Turf hours will vary on a weekly basis. Please
call or come to the George A. Leoni Complex to learn of the weekly turf schedule and to be placed on the e-mail list for
the Open Turf Schedule. Open Turf cannot be used for team practices or for private instructions.
Fee: $3 under 18 years old/$5 over 18 years old
Times are subject to change.
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Children/Youth
Kids CrossFit
Ages: 7-12
Veterans Park District is excited to continue its partnership with
O’Hare CrossFit. CrossFit is sweeping the nation and our instructors have found a way to tailor it perfectly to children interested
in improving their athleticism and overall fitness. Come and join
many others who are looking to have fun while working out and
preparing themselves for a new sports season.
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# 186161 C2
Days: Wednesday and Saturday
Dates:
Dec. 7 – Jan. 14 (No class on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31)
Time: W
ednesday 6-7 p.m.
Saturday 8-9 a.m.
Fee: $60
Min/Max: 8/16
Instructors: O’Hare Crossfit Instructors
Mini Cheer
Camp
Ages: 5-8
All-StarAges:
Cheer
Camp
9-12
Give me a C, give me a H, give me a E, give me a E,
give me a R…. What does that spell? CHEER! CHEER!
CHEER!!!!
All cheerleaders are welcome for the camp! In this
camp, you will learn cheers, mounts, rhythm coordination, flexibility and much more! Cheerleading knowledge will be taught and strengthened. Meet new
friends, learn a new sport and most importantly, have
fun in the camp!
Beginners and intermediate cheerleaders are welcome!
No prior tumbling experience needed. In this camp,
you will learn basic cheer, forward rolls, cartwheels,
round-offs, forward and back walk-overs and basic
stunts! This is a great opportunity to learn cheers and
mounts as well as meet new friends, get exercise and
most importantly, have fun!
# 182121 P8
Day: Saturdays
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Fee: $40 In District, $55 Out of District
Min/Max: 5/12
# 182121 P9
Day: Saturdays
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Sports
Children/Youth
VPD Soccer Beginner Drills and Skills
VPD Soccer Advanced Drills and Skills
Are you looking for a class to have a lot of fun while learning
soccer skills? We have the perfect class for you. Our Veterans
Park District staff will lead you and your friends in specific drills
while will improve your overall understanding of the game
while having a blast! Each class lasts for one hour and the
children will rotate through different stations and drills. Smaller
sided games will be used to bring everything together at the
end of each class as well.
Looking to take your soccer training to the next level? Our very
own VPD athletic staff will assist you by running you through
specific skills and drills which are designed to give you that extra edge. During the one hour session you will rotate through
stations and play small sided games to enhance your abilities
all while having a great time.
Ages: 2-8
Day: Mondays
Dates:
Sept. 12 – Oct. 24 (no class Oct. 10)
# 186161 P1, P2
Nov. 14 – Dec. 19
# 186161 P3, P4
Time: Ages: 7-10
5-6 p.m.
Ages: 11-13 6-7 p.m.
Location: George A. Leoni Complex Turf
Min/Max: 5/16
Pickle Ball
Flag Football Camp
Knocker Ball
Ages: 6-13
Ages: 6-13
Ages: 6-13
Want to try out a new sport? Have you
ever heard of Pickle Ball? Join our class
and experience this new sport that
provides a great workout and enhances
your overall athletic skill. Pickle ball
is a racquet sport that combines the
elements of Badminton, Tennis and
Table Tennis. It is played on an indoor or
outdoor court. Equipment consists of a
wooden paddle (like a ping pong paddle
but with a larger head), a polymer
whiffle ball and a net. Equipment will be
provided.
Join our camp to learn and enhance your
football skills. We will focus on the core
components of flag football: passing,
catching, deflagging and positions on offense and defense. Kids will go through
different drills and stations to develop
their football skills.
Knocker ball is a single chamber inflatable sphere with inner handles and
adjustable shoulder straps. Sign up for
the program and get ready to battle
your friends and teammates in a fun and
safe bubble suit. After an hour of defying
gravity and rolling, flipping and doing
wheels in the bubble suit, a snack will be
provided and organized games will be
played until you can no longer stand!
Day: Wednesdays
Date: Sept. 14 – Oct. 19 # 182121 u
Nov. 16 – Dec. 21
# 182121 u1
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Gym
Min/Max: 5/12
# 186161 u
Day: Thursdays
Date: Sept. 22 -Oct. 27
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/12
Days: Fridays
Dates:
Oct. 7 – Nov. 18 (no class Nov. 11)
# 186161 K7, K8, K9
Dec. 2 – Jan. 6
# 186161 O1, O2, O3
Time:
Ages: 2-3
4-5 p.m.
5-6 p.m.
Ages: 4-5
Ages: 6-8
6-7 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/16
Ages: 7-13
# 186161 v
Day: Saturday
Date: Sept. 17
Time: Noon-3 p.m.
Min/Max: 6/12
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Sports
Children/Youth
Volleyball Camp
Ages: 7-14
Ages: 7-14
In this six week class we will learn the basic skills and knowledge of volleyball. Learn how to properly serve, dig, bump, pass
and spike your way into victory! This class is perfect for firsttimers or for children that have been in our class before and
want to enhance their skills. Proper drills will be run for all the
skills and games will be played to show off those skills.
In this eight-week (8) class we will learn the skills and knowledge of tennis. Learn how to properly serve, lob, slam and
spike. This class is perfect for first-timers or for children that
have been in our previous tennis classes. We will provide balls
and racquets.
Days: Thursdays
Dates: Sept. 22 – Oct. 27
Time: 6-7 p.m. # 182121 T5
Fee: $45 In District / $60 Out of District
Min/Max: 6/12
Days: Mondays
Date: Sept. 19 – Nov. 21 (no class on Oct.10 & 31)
Time: 5
-6 p.m. (Ages: 7-10) # 182121 R
6-7 p.m. (Ages: 11-14) # 182121 r1
Location: Grant Park Recreation Center & Gouin Tennis Courts
Min/Max: 6/12
* Weather permitting we will have classes outside.
VPD Hitting & Fielding Class
Lil’ Sluggers
Ages: 6-12
Ages: 4-6
Calling all baseball and softball players! Individual players can
sign up for this program and show us their stuff in this instructor lead, baseball class. Participants will improve their fielding
and batting skills while also improving their knowledge of the
game. We will have our batting cages set up and tees lined up
for you. Please bring your own bat and glove. We will run you
through rapid rotations in the cage and drills outside of it all
with the aim of improving your skills!
Batter up! This program is a great introduction for kids to develop baseball/softball skills and have fun. Offense and defense
skills, as well as the rules of the game are taught. Teamwork
is taught and is incorporated in fun games. You must provide
your own glove.
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: S ept. 14 – Oct. 19 # 186161 J2
Nov. 16 – Dec. 21 # 186161 J3
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/16
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Tennis Camp
# 182121 Q
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Min/Max: 5/16
Sports
Children/Youth
Rookie Sports
Ages: 7-14
Get in the game! Children learn the basics of basketball, soccer,
floor hockey, volleyball, tennis, whiffleball and other group
games. The program helps kids to develop their large motor
skills and hand/eye coordination, while having fun. Teamwork
and good sportsmanship are stressed.
# 182121 t
Days: Thursdays
Date: Sept. 29 – Dec. 1 (no class on Nov. 24)
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Fee: $50 In District/$56 Out Of District
Min/Max: 5/16
Ages: 7-Adult
The whole family can join now in this fun-filled archery program. If you want to have fun learning a new sport or simply
want to improve your hand-eye coordination, this eight-week
(8) camp is guaranteed to be fun and challenging. Watch your
accuracy improve every week! Archery supplies will be provided for everyone.
Day: Fridays
Date: Sept. 9–Oct. 28 # 182121 S1 / S2
Nov. 4–Dec. 30 # 182121 S3 / S4 (no class Nov. 11, 25)
Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
(Beginners)
6:30-7:30 p.m. (Advanced)
($10 off the 3rd family member to sign up!)
Min/Max: 5/16
Advanced Class is for participants who have taken our Archery class two (2) times or more!
Karate Academy
Family/Individual Archery Camp
Ages: 6-15
Get your kid(s) involved in the best martial arts program in
the area to learn self-defense, self-confidence and self-discipline. From basic techniques to sparring drills, Karate Academy helps students achieve leadership skills and everyday
self-defense. Beginners package, uniform and gloves $65.
This program is run by the highly successful Karate Academy
based out of Chicago and Texas.
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Dates: January–June/July–December
Time: 5
-5:45 p.m. (White belts, 1 stripe)
5:45-6:30 p.m. (White belts with 2 stripes or higher)
Fee: $53 per month
Instructor: Karate Academy
Registration will be taken by Karate Academy.
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Pop Up Class
Pokémon Go Pizza Party
Ages: 5-12
Meet up with other Pokémon Go
enthusiasts and catch those Pokémon! We will venture out to capture
as many as we can in the nearby area.
Afterward, we will celebrate our captures by enjoying some pizza, prizes,
and of course showing your friends all the different Pokémon
you have collected so far!
Pop up class / Just-4-Teens
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT 18
YEARS OR OLDER – NO EXCEPTIONS.
Day: Saturday
Dates:
Session 1: Sept. 3 # 314002 P1
Session 2: Oct. 8
# 314002 P2
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
(meet in Trevino Hall before we venture to the park)
Dates:
Session 3: Sept. 17
# 314002 P3
Session 4: Oct. 15
# 314002 P4
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Location: Bulger Park
(meet in the main hall before we venture to the park)
Fee: $10 In District / $15 Out of District
Min/Max: 4/20 per session
Just-4-Teens
Odyssey Fun Farm
13th Floor Haunted House
Ages: 12 - 17
Ages: 13 - 17
Odyssey Fun Farm is a 110-acre farm which holds a 15-acre
Corn Maze. Admission will cover unlimited use of the courtyard
attractions which include: Hayrides, Cow Train, Inflatable Kids
Zone, Corn Maze, Petting Zoo, Pig Races, Corn Cannons. We will
also be going Zip-Lining for our extreme sport enthusiasts!
In most buildings, the 13th floor does not exist. But fortunately,
hidden in this building, it’s very real.
The fun does not stop there; we will be going on a pitch black,
narrow path winding through the cornfield to hunt for ZOMBIES!!! We will board a Safari Hay Ride that is outfitted with 20
zombie slaying paintball guns, mounted turret style. Once in
position, lights will come on and zombies will attack from all
sides but have no fear since you have your trusty paintball gun
to drop all the zombies!
# 313131 O1
Day: Saturday
Date: Sept. 24
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Fee: $55 (includes admission, zip-lining and zombie hay ride)
Min/Max: 5/10
Drop off and pick up from Grant Park Recreation Center.
Experience the truth about the legend of the 13th Floor at a
haunted house created from your darkest nightmares. Legends and nightmares alike will come to life at the 13th Floor,
Chicago’s legendary haunted house, a gut-wrenching ride to
untold nightmares 13 floors straight down!
# 313131 O
Day: Saturday
Date: Oct. 22
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Fee: $50
Min/Max: 5/10
Drop off and pick up from Grant Park Recreation Center.
Preregistration is required by Oct. 12.
Preregistration is required by Sept. 14
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Cimbalo Fitness Center
Your One Stop 30-Minute
Workout!
Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
Monthly Rates
Achieve the fitness level you desire with a 30-minute aerobic
and strength-training workout. The benefits are a fast, full-body
Resident
Non Resident
workout without lifting weights.
$13 Adult
$7 Senior (60 & older)
$17
$9
Cimbalo Fitness Corporate
Center
1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park • (708) 343-5151
Monday-Friday • 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday • 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Racquetball Court Fees:
and MuseumMemberships
Non-Prime Time (9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Prime Time (6 p.m. to close and weekends)
Corporate Memberships:
$7
$9
1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park • (708) 343-5151
Guest Fees
Monday-Friday • 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
When accompanied by a member:
Saturday and Sunday • 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
On the Courts $4
Health Club
$7
Membership
FeesFees
Racquetball Court
When
payingTime
for a membership,
proof
of residency $7
must be a driver’s license
Non-Prime
(9 a.m. to 5:30
p.m.)
or
a
State
ID.
Prime Time (6 p.m.to close and weekends) $9
Circuit training
Guest Fees
Year Membership
When accompanied by a member:
Resident
On the Courts $4
Health Club
$7
Adult
(21
and
up)
$160
Membership Fees
now
included in
Year
Membership
membership fee.
Nonresident
$210
Junior paying
(16-20) for a membership, proof
$150of residency must be$190
When
a driver’s
license
a State ID.
Youth* or
(12-15)
$140
$180
Family (4 members)
$210
$290
Resident
Nonresident
Senior (60
and(21
older)
$110
Adult
and up)
$160 $85
$210
Junior (16-20)
$150
$190
*Youth membership
needs physician approval.
by an adult
Youth* (12-15)
$140 Must be accompanied
$180
(18 or older)
at
all
times.
Family (4 members)
$210
$290
Senior (60 and older) $85
$110
Tanning Bed (15 Minutes)
*Youth membership needs physician approval. Must be accompanied by an adult (18 or older) at all times.
Usage
is restricted to individuals 18 and older.
Member $3
Non-Member $5
Amenities:
All new state-of-the-art equipment.
Cardio Area: Treadmills, Stair Climbers, Recumbent Bikes
Nautilus Machines: Various upper body and lower body
Strength Training: Tons of Free Weights, Benches, Squat Racks, Olympic Plates
Veterans Park District welcomes
Amenities
all corporate
companies to get in
great shapeCardio
at a great
rate.
Area
Application
Procedure:
Treadmills,
Stair Climbers,
CorporateRecumbent
applicationsBikes
can be
picked up at the Cimbalo Fitness
Training
Area
Center Circuit
and Museum,
1203
N.
24th
Ave.,Circuit
Melrose
Park. Machines
Various
Training
Corporate membership fees are
Room
structuredAerobics
as follows:
Fitness videos are available
• 5 members (ea. individual con-
CIMBALO FITNESS CENTER
Cimbalo Fitness Center and Museum
tributingat$130),
total fee
$650
the front
desk.
• 10 members (ea. individual conNautilus Machines
tributing $120), total fee $1,200
Various upper body and
• 15 members (ea. individual conlower body
Nautilus
tributing
$110),
total feeMachines
$1,650
• 20 members
(ea. individual
Strength
Trainingcontributing $100), total fee $2,000
Tons of Free Weights, Benches,
Squat
Racks,
Olympic
Plates
If you
wish
to apply
for membership or need more information concerning corporate memberships, please call the Cimbalo
Fitness Center and Museum at
(708) 343-5151 or feel free to
visit anytime.
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Adult Fitness
FITNESS PROGRAM
Come check out our fitness classes here at Veterans Park District. We have a variety of new classes, whether you prefer to
work out early in the morning or late at night, we have something new and exciting for you at Veterans Park. Each session
is six weeks long; there will be multiple six week sessions for each class throughout the year. There are classes that meet
once a week or twice a week. Listed below are prices and weekly fitness classes.
Each class runs in 6 week cycles.
Fee: C
lasses that run 2 Days per week:
Classes that run 1 Day per week:
Can’t decide on a class? Ask about a free trial pass at the front desk.
Or you can check in at the front desk and pay a fee of $8 dollars to take a class.
Boot Camp
Whether you prefer to work out
in the morning or at night we
have a boot camp class for you.
Get in shape fast with this
workout! Improve endurance,
cardiovascular fitness, and
muscular strength through a
wide variety of exercises. From
circuit training and core, to
body sculpting and interval
training, come prepared to
work hard.
# 344007
Fee: $75 In District/$85 Out of
District
Instructor: Lissette Espindola
Min/Max: 6/20
Time
Night
Morning/
Afternoon
Sports and Fitness • Adults
# 344007
Start Date: Sept. 4 – Oct. 9
Oct. 23 – Nov. 27
Jan. 8 – Feb. 12
Sunday
Belly Dance
Zumba
(Beginner – Advanced)
(Beginner – Advanced)
Increase your flexibility and
get in shape with belly dance.
Make new friends! This is a
very old art form that has been
used for centuries as a form
of exercise for fun and fitness!
Belly dancing strengthens
your inner core muscles and
tones your stomach, while
increasing flexibility. Please
bring a hip scarf if you have
one.
Forget the workout, just lose
yourself in the music and
find yourself in shape at the
original dance-fitness party.
Zumba classes feature exotic
rhythms set to high-energy
Latin and international beats.
It’s easy to do, effective, and
totally exhilarating!
# 344007
District
Instructor: Magda
Min/Max: 6/20
Monday
Tuesday
Baby Boot Camp is an innovative stroller fitness program
that helps moms regain or enhance pre-pregnancy fitness
levels and meet the physical
challenges of parenting by
emphasizing strength training
in a supportive environment.
# 344007
District
Instructor: Lissette Espindola
Min/Max: 6/20
# 344007
District
Instructor: Hilda Fabiani
Min/Max: 6/20
Wednesday
Mommy and
Baby Workout
10:45-11:45 a.m.
George A. Leoni
Complex
Belly Dance
7-8 p.m.
Kahl Park
Mommy and
Baby Workouts
Thursday
Friday
Mommy and
Baby Workout
10:45-11:45 a.m.
George A. Leoni
Complex
Ballroom
Dance
7-8 p.m.
Kahl Park
(see page 46 for
more details)
Zumba
7-8 p.m.
Cimbalo Fitness
Center
Zumba
10-11 a.m.
Cimbalo Fitness
Center
Boot Camp
7-8 p.m.
Cimbalo Fitness
Center
Please call Nico at (708) 343-5151 for information on each class.
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Saturday
Fall Leagues
Fall Coed Mushball
Softball League
Ages: 18 and up
Days: M
ondays and Tuesdays
Captain’s Meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 9 at 7 p.m.
Meeting Location: Grant Park Recreation Center
Season Start: Aug. 29
Game Times: 7 p.m./8 p.m./9 p.m.
Game Location: Bulger Park
Fee: $600
Registration Deadline: Aug. 9
Ages: 18 and up
Days: Fridays
Captain’s Meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 9 at 7 p.m.
Season Start: Aug. 26
Game Times: 7 p.m./8 p.m./9 p.m.
Game Location: Bulger Park
Fee: $600
Registration Deadline: Aug. 9
Fall Leagues
Fall Coed 14”
Softball League
Fall Men’s 5-on-5
Basketball League
Ages: 18 and up
Days: Thursdays
Captain’s Meeting: Sept. 1 at 7 p.m.
Season Start: Sept. 15
Game Times: 7 p.m./8 p.m./9 p.m. /10 p.m.
Game Location: Grant Park Recreation Center
Fee: $650
Registration Deadline: Sept. 1
For more info, visit our Web site: www.quickscores.com/vpd.
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Special Interest
ADULTS
SPECIAL INTEREST
Dog Obedience — AKC Puppy
S.T.A.R. (Basic)
Join our AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. program and make your pup a star!
S.T.A.R. stand for Socialization, Training, Activity and Responsible owner – all of the things a puppy needs to have a good
life. The program is a precursor to the AKC Canine Good Citizen
Test. Classes includes: valuable training tips for puppy owners, such as how to house train; and lesson practical skills for
puppies, such as coming when called. The program is open
to all dogs. Puppies can begin training as soon as they have
the necessary vaccines and then they can enroll in the class in
any point up until their first birthday. At the end of the training course, the AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. test is administered. Upon
passing, owners and their puppies AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. Program
and receive an AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. package from the American
Kennel Club which includes:
• A framed certificate
• AKC Puppy S.T.A.R medal
• AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. Handbook
• Discount enrollment in AKC Companion Animal Recovery
• Subscription to monthly e-mail newsletter that includes
training tips
Days: Saturdays
Date: Sept. 10 – Oct. 15 # 311121 J6
Nov. 5 – Dec. 17 # 311121 J7 (no class on Nov. 26)
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Bulger Park Garage
Fee: $60
Instructor: Eileen Rodriguez
“Cup o Joe” Veteran Talk
Cup O Joe is a monthly veterans coffee
talk and get together. Come and enjoy
the camaraderie of other veterans over
a hot cup of coffee and fresh pastries.
# 1942
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: S ept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 22, Dec. 20
(No meetings January/February/ March 2017)
Time: 9-10:30 a.m.
Location: Cimbalo Veterans Museum
Free • Please call and register for this event in advance.
Ballroom Dance
Cha-Cha, Tango, Swing, Rumba, Waltz & Fox
Trot your way through weddings, reunions,
parties, cruises or just a night on the town. This
is a great way to get exercise, while having fun.
Learn new dances or perfect your skills.
# 111121 E7
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Session 1 Sept. 4 – Oct. 9
Session 2 Oct. 23 – Nov. 27
Session 3 Jan. 8 – Feb. 12
Time: 7 -8 p.m.
Location: Kahl Park
Fee:
$50 Per Person - In District/$55 Out of District per session
$80 Per Couple - In District/$85 Out of District per session
Instructor: Donna Borowiack
Minimum of 3 couples or /6 individuals required to run the class.
Yoga for the Actively Aging
Dog Tricks (Beginners)
Trick class is a class for all dogs with basic manners. Teaching
tricks is a great mental exercise and confidence builder. This
will also help strengthen the bond between you and your dog.
Bow, Stay, Wave, Paw, Sit, Rollover are just a few of the tricks
your dog will learn. If you are looking for something different
sign up for this new and exciting class!
Days: Saturdays
Date: Sept. 10 – Oct. 15 # 311121 K6
Nov. 5 – Dec. 17
# 311121 K7 (no class Nov. 26)
Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Bulger Park Garage
Fee: $60
Instructor: Eileen Rodriguez
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A gentle yoga class that is designed
to maintain healthy joints, muscular flexibility and strength. Stretching movement and static poses will
also help improve your balance
and coordination. Poses can be
done using a chair or free-standing
according to your abilities.
# 344007
Days: T uesday at Cimbalo Fitness Center
Wednesday at Grant Park
Sept. 21 – Nov. 16
Time: Noon-12:45
Fee: $1 per class to Active Adults 55 and older
Location: Cimbalo Fitness Center and Grant Park
Instructor: Karin Newsome
Especially for Active Adults
Calendar of Events
A Veterans Park District Active Adult is anyone age 55 and better.
September_ ________________________________________________________________________
Northlake Seniors Club Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . 1 & 15
Fall Fest Bingo—Bulger Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Bunko & Pizza—George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . 12
San Filippo Foundation Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . 22
Sandra Dee & Bobby Darin Italian luncheon—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . 23
Bunko & Pizza—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . 26
Bulger Park Senior Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . 28
Tree-Mendus Orchards Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . 29
October ___________________________________________________________________________
Bunko & Pizza—George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . . 3
Northlake Senior Club Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . 6 & 20
Four Winds Casino Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Oktoberfest German Luncheon—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . 14
Route 66 Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . 21
Bunko & Bagels—George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . 24
Bulger Senior Club Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . 26
Jack-O-Lantern Bingo—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . 28
November _ ________________________________________________________________________
Polonian Lunch—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . 2
Northlake Seniors Club Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursdays . . . . . 3 & 17
“A Fireside Christmas” Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . 9
Bunko & Bagels—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . 14
Pot-Luck Turkey Bingo—Grant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . 18
Bulger Park Seniors Club Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . 23
December __________________________________________________________________________
Holiday Sing Along Luncheon—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Bunko & Bagels—George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . . 5
Starved Rock ”Tinsel & Twang” Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . 7
Christmas Sweater Party Bingo—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Bunko & Pizza—George A. Leoni Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . 12
Breakfast with Santa—Bulger Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday . . . . . . . . . 17
Drury Lane “Crazy 4 U” Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . 21
January ___________________________________________________________________________
Winter Fest Luncheon—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . 18
Chinese New Year Bingo—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . 27
Bunko & Bagels—Grant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . 30
Especially for Active Adults • Calendar of Events
This is not affiliated with senior clubs. Please register before the event, call (708) 343-5270.
Locations to register: Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake • Bulger Park, 1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose Park
George A. Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park
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Especially For Active Adults
Veterans Park District Senior Clubs
It’s never too late to join a Senior Club near you!
It’s a place to meet new people and get together with old friends. Join the fun, take part and be a member. The laughs and fun will
keep you feeling young! The senior clubs offer parties, luncheons, songs, jokes and other helpful community information. Some clubs
offer outings. Both clubs end with Bingo. Veterans Park District helps support both clubs. For more information on either club call
Veterans Park District at 708-343-5270.
Veterans Park Bulger Seniors
Located at 1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose Park
Veterans Park Northlake Grant Park
Located at 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake
Bulger Senior Club meets the fourth Wednesday of the month.
If you are in the district and would like to be a Bulger Senior
club member stop by on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
The annual fee is $12 ( January-December). The club charges
extra for monthly lunch and Bingo cards. The President is Mary
Ann Valentino.
Northlake Seniors meet twice a month, on the first and third
Thursday of each month. The fee is $5 with separate charges
for parties and outings.
Bunko & Pizza
Start your week off with laughter and
good-times with friends. Mondays,
once a month at the George A. Leoni
Complex and once a month at Grant
Park in the Trevino Hall. While playing
Bunko enjoy pizza, dessert, coffee, tea and
pop. The winner at each table gets a great prize!
George A. Leoni Complex:
Days: Mondays
Dates: S ept. 12, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 12, Jan. 9
Fee: $8
Bunko & Bagels in the Morning
George A. Leoni Complex:
Days: Mondays
Date: O
ct. 24, Dec. 5
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Fee: $8
Grant Park – Trevino Hall:
Days: Mondays
Date: N
ov. 14, Jan. 30
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Fee: $8
Grant Park – Trevino Hall:
Days: Mondays
Dates: Sept. 26, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 19, Jan. 23
Fee: $8
ACTIVE ADULT
Yoga Classes
for Active Adults over 55
$1 per class
See page 46 for
more information.
BINGO PARTIES
Fall Fest Bingo
It’s the end of summer and the beginning of fall, where all the leaves are beautiful in color,
weather is perfect for a light jacket and friends gather for a great lunch and many games of
Bingo. We will be enjoying a pulled pork sandwich with all the trimmings, and a dessert fit
for the occasion.
# 304045 M3
Day: Friday
Date: Sept. 9
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $10
Location: Bulger Park
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Especially For Active Adults
Jack-O-Lantern Bingo
# 304045
Day: Friday
Date: Oct. 28
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $10
Location: Grant Park – Glick Hall
Christmas Sweater Party Bingo
Do you have the perfect holiday sweater? You are wanted at
our annual Holiday Sweater Bingo Party!
Prizes will be given to the top four holiday sweaters, you also
have the chance at winning prizes at our Bingo games. Come
out and enjoy the Christmas Holidays with friends, have a great
meal and fabulous dessert!
# 304045
Day: Friday
Date: Dec. 9
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $10
Chinese New Year Bingo
Pot-Luck Bingo
With Thanksgiving around the corner, let’s give thanks to family
and friends and start enjoying the Holidays ahead. We will start
with shepherd’s pie with the trimmings, a holiday dessert and
lots of luck at Bingo games. We will have prizes that go with
this holiday, hope you all can join us!
# 304045
Day: Friday
Date: Nov. 18
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $10
Fall is still the season, beautiful colors of the leaves falling
off the trees. We are inviting you to spend an afternoon with
friends for our annual Halloween Bingo lunch. The four best
costumes will receive prizes. Our famous beef stew in bread
bowls will be our delightful lunch. Following lunch we will play
many games of bingo with boo-tiful prizes. Don’t forget our
holiday dessert!
After the Holidays, let’s have a great time celebrating the
Chinese New Year. We will be serving all your favorites from
Jade Dragon in Bensenville. Come and join us and share your
holiday memories with friends! After lunch we will play many
Bingo games with prizes that have to do with the Chinese New
Year! Hope to see everyone here!
# 304045
Day: Thursday
Date: Jan. 27, 2017
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $10
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Savor the Flavor Active ADULT LUNCHEONS
Polonian Fest Luncheon
Another favorite among lunch menus is our annual Polish
–style luncheon. Starting the meal will be stuffed cabbage
with tomato gravy, pork tips with dill sauce, dumplings, sauerkraut, beets, tossed salad with a special dessert. Johnny Maggio will be performing a lot of favorite songs from the past!
Don’t leave until we raffle off the centerpiece and pull names
for the lunch raffle!
Active Adults “Savor the Flavor” lunch
program is offered once a month, featuring a live entertainment, new menu
Savor the Flavor
and fun raffles.
Sandra Dee and Bobby Darin
Italian Lunch
Take some time to yourself and join us for an Italian lunch.
Entrées will be chicken Vesuvio – boneless breast , roastedstyle potatoes, steak Parmesan, green beans almondine,
tossed salad and cherry slices for dessert. Following lunch will
be entertainment from Ron and Sandie, doing their Bobby and
Sandra Dee show with slide and picture presentations! Don’t
leave after the show — it’s raffle time for centerpieces and our
lunch raffles!
# 304010
Day: Friday
Dates: Sept. 23
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $17
One of the most popular parties of the year is Oktoberfest. It
is a celebration of German food consisting of breaded pork
tenderloin with all the trimmings. Also a musician who will
be singing songs related to Oktoberfest, Kym Frankovelgia,
her beautiful voice will astound you. Following we will have a
raffle with prizes relating to this celebration, and as always a
centerpiece raffle!
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Holiday Sing-Along
Come and join us for a fantastic Italian lunch with a holiday
dessert. After lunch we can all listen and sing holiday songs
with Gianna Capra Uroni! Raffle prizes will be drawn following
our Sing-Along. We hope to see you all here!
# 304010
Day: Friday
Dates: Dec. 2
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $17
Winter Fest Luncheon
Oktoberfest Luncheon
# 304010
Day: Friday
Dates: Oct. 14
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $17
# 304010
Day: Wednesday
Date: Nov. 2
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $17
Let’s continue the Holiday Cheer! Come and visit with friends
while enjoying a great lunch consisting of roast turkey with
all the trimmings and a scrumptious dessert! Following lunch
Chris Colletti, will be performing music from the Big Band Era.
He will take us on a journey to a time of memorable lyrics and
musical scores.
# 304010
Day: Wednesday
Date: Jan. 18
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Fee: $17
Travel With VPD
You do not need to be a member of a club to come on
a trip! Coach Transportation is included in trip fees.
What you should know about Veterans Park District trips
• Leave the driving to us. You can count on safe and reliable transportation.
• All scheduling, planning and arrangements are done for
you.
• See your friends and meet new people.
Looking for more details about one of our trips?
Call (708) 343-5270.
Cancellations
If the park district cancels a trip due to low enrollment,
participants are notified and can get a refund or transfer
the money to a credit or another trip.
Cancellations for personal reasons can be made up to 10
days prior to the date of the trip. If a cancellation is made
after this date the participant must find a replacement or
will be charged a 50% surcharge.
Departures
Trips depart from the following locations: Grant Park,
44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake and the Cimbalo Fitness
Center parking lot, 1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park. Additional parking is behind the building in a empty lot,
on the corner of 23rd and Cortez. Please indicate at time
of registration which location you wish to depart from.
Return times are approximate and can change due to
road conditions, weather, etc.
Have an idea for a trip? We are always interested to
hear about a new idea. Call (708) 343-5270.
Minimal Walking
Some Walking Required
Sanfilippo Foundation
This is a guided tour that will take three hours. We start in the
main residence viewing and learning of automated music
machines, their history and restoration efforts. Following we’ll
tour the American Orchestrions room, a group of Tiffany lamps,
and a large collection of Victorian chandeliers. After that we’ll
visit the music theatre, with a mini concert on the world’s largest pipe organ. The feature is the Eden Palais Carousel – it is an
example of a European Salon Carousel. All rooms have seating.
Lunch will be at the Kelsey Roadhouse and a stop at the Sanfilippo & Sons Outlet on Randall Road in Elgin.
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#SAN N
Day: Thursday
Date: Sept. 22
Departure:
8 a.m.
8:15 a.m. Grant Park
Return: 3 p.m.
Location:
Fee: $65
Min/Max: 40/50
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Registration
Registration can be made in person (cash, check, or
credit card: Visa, Discover, AmEx or Master Card.) Charge
payment can be made over the phone. Payment is required at registration for most trips. The exception to this
is an overnight trip where a deposit is required. Spaces
cannot be held. When registering for a casino trip your
birth date is required for the casino manifest.
DO YOU Have an idea for a trip?
We are always interested
to hear about new ideas.
Moderate Walking Required
Contact US at (708) 343-5270.
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Tree-Mendus Orchards
Four Winds Casino
Route 66 Tour
Apple picking is among the things we
will do on this trip. Also we will have
an excursion around the orchards in
a shaded wagon with theatre seating.
You will get a half peck bag to fill with
the apples you pick. Then we will have a
soup and a ham or turkey sandwich for
lunch. Following lunch we will stop at
Piggott’s Farm Store.
Come and join us for an exciting day of
gaming, table games, roulette, and lots
of slot machines. Also you will be given
$15 in slot play and $10 towards lunch.
Lunch venues include: The Hard Rock
Café, Timbers Fast Food and Deli, Grab &
Go, and the Buffet.
“A Few Kicks on Route 66.” Travel along
the original world-famous Rt. 66 from
Northlake to Pontiac. We will have
photo ops of some icons on the route,
including the Polk-a-Dot Restaurant,
the Gemini Giant and many others. We
will hear the history of the famous road
along with that of the towns along the
way. There will be Museum stops in Joliet
and the Route 66 Museum in Pontiac.
Lunch will be at Bernardi’s Restaurant in
Pontiac. Each person will also receive an
Illinois Route 66 Map.
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# TREE N
Day: Thursday
Date: Sept. 29
Departure:
8 a.m.
Return: 4 p.m.
Location: Eau Claire, MI
Fee: $60
Min/Max: 40/50
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# FOUR N
Day: Friday
Date: Oct. 7
Departure:
9 a.m.
Return: 6 p.m.
Location: New Buffalo, MI
Fee: $33
Min/Max: 45/55
# RT66 MP # RT66 N
Day: Friday
Date: Oct. 21
Departure:
8:30 a.m. Cimbalo Fitness Center
Return: 5:30 p.m.
Fee: $75
Min/Max: 40/50
DO YOU Have an idea for a trip?
Contact US at (708) 343-5270.
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Travel With VPD
This season they will return to the
traditional Christmas Show with beautiful singing, breathtaking dancing and
gorgeous costumes. It’s always original
with new songs, new dances and a new
cast but the spirit of the show never
changes. It is the perfect way for people
to capture the Holiday spirit! Also you
can enjoy shopping in all the exquisite
Christmas stores. Don’t forget about
the bakery! Shopping can be before the
lunch or after the lunch before the show
or after the show!
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Day: Wednesday
Date: Nov. 9
Departure:
8 a.m.
Return: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
Fee: $90
Min/Max: 45/54
Tinsel and Twang
Make it a country Christmas this year
and enjoy the cherished holiday classics
with the right touch of Nashville and
Branson Twang. Sing along or just sit
back and listen to seasonal music with a
country flair. They have some little shops
to go into prior to the buffet and show.
The view from atop of Starved Rock is
spectacular.
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Day: Wednesday
Date: Dec. 7
Departure:
Return: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Starved Rock
Fee: $67
Min/Max: 40/50
Crazy For You
A romantic Gershwin musical comedy
follows Bobby Child, a New York banker
with a craving for show business, who is
sent to foreclose on a theatre in a small
mining town. After falling in love with
a local girl, he vows to put on a show
to save the failing theatre. Crazy For
You takes memorable Gershwin tunes
like “I Can’t Be Bothered Now”, “I Got
Rhythm,” “Nice Work If You Can Get It,” and
“Someone To Watch Over Me,” and brings
new life into them. Prior to the play is
lunch, choices of pecan crusted tilapia
or chicken breast marsala, with all the
trimmings.
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A Fireside Christmas
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Day: Wednesday
Date: Dec. 21
Departure:
Return: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Drury Lane Theatre
Fee: $72
Min/Max: 40/42
We are always interested to hear about new ideas.
Contact US at (708) 343-5270.
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Special Recreation
MINI ARTIST SERIES
Ages: 3-5 & 6-12
Special Recreation
These classes meet once a month to celebrate a holiday or a special day that each month
brings! You can choose to attend all of the classes or just one or two. Bring your sibling,
cousin, or friend for FREE!
b Applishous Apples
September is apple time. We’ll look for the star, make an
apple print, listen to an apple story, enjoy an apple snack and
drink apple juice. Bring your favorite color apple in a brown
lunch bag for one of the activities.
Ages: 3-5 Ages: 6-12
# 211130 A2
# 211130 B6
Day: Wednesday Day: Wednesday
Date: Sept. 7
Date: Sept. 7
Time: 4-4:40 p.m. Time: 4:50-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $3 per class
b Wacky Pumpkins
Decorate a pumpkin with a variety of craft materials. Enjoy
a story about pumpkins; listen to some Halloween music,
munch on a Halloween snack and drink apple cider. Wear an
old shirt over your clothes, we will get messy.
# 211130 C2 # 211130 D3
Date: Oct. 5
Date: Oct. 5
Time: 4 -4:40 p.m. Time: 4:50-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $3 per class
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b Turkey Time
It’s turkey time. Join in the fun making a craft project, listening to a story, and sing a song, featuring the proud turkey.
Wear play clothes and send a paint shirt.
# 211130 E2 # 211130 F2
Date: Nov. 2
Date: Nov. 2
Time: 4-4:40 p.m. Time: 4:50-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $3 per class
b Santa’s Workshop
Calling all little elves, you will have the opportunity to make
a gift for the holidays. This class can be messy, so please wear
old clothes or bring a smock.
Ages: 3-5Ages: 6-12
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# 211130 h6
Day: Wednesday
Day: Wednesday
Date: Dec. 7
Date: Dec. 7
Time: 4-4:40 p.m. Time: 4:50-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $3 per class
Special Recreation
Sports Mix
Ages: 7-11
This is a two-week program for those who like to mix it up! The
first week, we will enjoy archery and some pizza. The second
week, we will visit Enchanted Castle to play some laser tag.
# 211130 K2
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Oct. 19 and Nov. 16
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Location: Drop off/pick up at Grant Park
Fee: $10
Min/Max: 6/8
Special Recreation Archery Individual
Archery
Ages: 13 and up
Join the Veterans Park District for Archery. Andy Ferraro from
Bowheart is licensed by the National Field Archery Association
and has been working with individuals with special needs for
nine years. He has a master level certification and trains archery
teachers how to teach. So come give this fun-filled sport a try!
Watch your hand-eye coordination improve over time in this
class. Archery supplies will be provided for everyone.
Pee Wee Play Time
Ages: 1-5
Hey kids, bring your Mommy, Daddy, Grandma or Grandpa and
play for an hour and a half on our soft play equipment. We have
plenty of toys for everyone! There will be cozy coupes, bikes,
musical toys, push and rocking toys, play kitchen set, balls, and
many more to add to your play experience!
Saturday Escape
# 211130 R
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: year-round
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Ages: 18 and up
Join your friends at Veterans Park District on a Saturday — day
or evening — as we travel the highways of Illinois for some
recreational adventures. A variety of trips have been planned
for your enjoyment. There may be additional fees charged for
some activities. You will be notified prior to the activity. Dates
and meeting times may be changed due to weather conditions
or activity scheduling.
Registration is on a first come basis. The maximum we can
accommodate is 24 participants and one wheel chair user.
Registration will only be taken with payment.
Special Recreation
# 211141 G2
Day: Fridays
Dates: Sept. 9 & 23, Oct.14 & 28, Nov. 11, Dec. 2 & 16
Time: 3-4:30 p.m.
Fee: $65 In District / $ 70 Out of District
Min/Max: 5/12
# 211141 D5
Day: Saturday
Dates: Sept. 10 & 24, Oct. 8 & 22, Nov. 5 & 19, Dec. 3 & 17
Time: Listed according to the event
Location: Pick up point will be Grant Park Recreation Center in
Northlake for those that have not paid for busing.
Busing: $12 (Available to in district residents only. Bus pick up
time will be listed according to the event.)
Min/Max: 8/24 and one wheel chair spot
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Special Recreation
Hang Out Club
Picture Bingo and Pizza
Ages: 13-22
Ages: High School and up
Join your friends and enjoy cooking, arts and crafts, playing games, watching movies and socializing every Tuesday
at Trumbull Park in River Grove. For $3.00 per date, we will
provide transportation from West Leyden High School to the
program, a snack, and materials for the activity. This program
ends at 5 p.m., and students should be picked up at Trumbull
Park by 5 p.m.
Join in the fun. Come for pizza, salad, dessert, and a cold drink;
then stay for picture bingo. Add some prizes, and we’ll have a
great afternoon. Choose the date or dates you would like to
come, 1, 2, or all the dates
Special Recreation
Note: Nov. 3 is a field trip due to Election Day
# 211141C2
Day: Tuesday
Dates: Sept. 6 – Dec. 20 ( no class Oct. 18)
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Trumbull Park
Fee: $48 ($3 per date)
Min/Max: 8/24
Friends on the Town
Ages: 13 -22
Hit the town on Friday nights with your friends! Each program
we’ll go to a new place and have lots of fun! We will provide
transportation from West Leyden High School to the event,
then back to Grant Park, Northlake. Your student should be
picked up at Grant Park at 6:30. Transportation, activity, an occasional snack or meal are included.
# 211141B6
Day: Fridays
Dates: Sept. 9, 16 & 30, Oct. 21, Nov.4 & 18, Dec. 9
Location: A list of activities will be mailed to registrants. This
program ends no later than 6:30 p.m. Please pick up your
student at Grant Park at 6:30 p.m.
Fee: $35 In District / $39.50 Out of District
Min/Max: 5/10
Adult Social Club
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Day: Wednesday
Dates:
Oct. 12
Halloween Bingo
#411161F2
Nov. 9
Turkey Bingo
# 411161F3
Dec. 14
Christmas Bingo
# 411161F4
Feb. 8
Valentine’s Bingo
# 411161F5
March 8
Spring Bingo
#411161 F6
April 12
Animal Bingo
#411161F7
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Location: Drop off/pick up at George A. Leoni Complex
Fee: $5 per date
Min/Max 6/30
You must register for this program no later than Monday before
the Wednesday date. Drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
Saturday Fun Club
Ages: 6 – 13
Join your friends or make some new friends at this FUN Saturday morning activity program. There will be a variety of craft,
music and movement, games, and exercise activities for your
child to participate in. Wear play clothes and gym shoes. Be
prepared to get messy, move and groove in this class.
# 211130I1
Day: Saturdays
Dates: Sept. 10 & 24, Oct. 8 & 22, Nov. 5 & 19, Dec. 3 & 17
Time: 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Location: Trumbull Park, River Grove
Min/Max: 6/10
Ages: 18 and up
Gather your friends and make some new friends as you participate in a variety of activities at Trumbull Park in River Grove.
This program promotes socialization skills.
#211141F5
Day: Thursday
Dates: Sept.1 & 15, Oct. 6 & 20, Nov. 3 & 17, Dec. 1 & 15
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Busing: $12 available to in-district residents only, on a firstcome basis between 5-6 p.m.
Min/Max: 8/24
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Special Recreation
VPD’s Special Recreation “On the Road” Series
Eligibility Requirements for “On the Road” Trips
You must be able to successfully function with a six to one ratio. Individuals are expected to demonstrate appropriate
behavior between peers, staff, and community members. Individuals must be able to eat, use the bathroom and change
themselves independently. Individuals must actively participate in all aspects of the schedule. You must be at least 18
years old or older for any overnight trip.
Magical Holiday Lights
Ages: 14 - Adult
Ages: 14- Adult
What could be more fun on an Autumn day, than a corn maze
adventure, hayrack ride, picking out a pumpkin for Halloween,
and a ZOMBIE Paintball ride over a ½ mile course in the back
of a 5-ton army truck? Doing these activities with your friends!
Join our On the Road Series as we travel to Siegel’s Cottonwood
Pumpkin Farm in Crest Hill, IL. Transportation from Grant to the
farm and back, farm entrance, paintball ride fees, and 100 slime
paintballs to fight the Zombies are included. You will need
money for lunch, a pumpkin, and anything else you may want
to buy on the farm. No outside food may be brought into the
farm. This is not a wheelchair accessible trip.
Start the holidays with a trip to see Magic Lights at Brookfield
Zoo. Transportation and zoo entrance fee is included. Please
bring money for snack and a drink or you may bring your
own snack and drink. There are thousands of twinkling lights,
beautiful ornaments, and other displays at the zoo to enjoy.
Please eat dinner before you come. We can accommodate one
wheelchair. Please let us know at the time of registration that
you will be coming in a wheelchair.
# 211141 N1
Day: Sunday
Date: Oct. 9
Time: 9.30 a.m.-3.30 p.m.
Location: Crest Hill, IL
Fee: $30 In-District, $35 Out of District
Transportation: $3 in district residents only. Bus pick up will
be from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Please meet at Grant by 8:30 a.m. if
not receiving transportation.
Min/Max: 3/10
Special Recreation
Pumpkin Farm and Zombie Paintball
#211141M
Day: Saturday
Date: Dec. 10
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Location: Brookfield, IL
Transportation: $3 in district residents only. Bus pick up will
be from 4-5 p.m.
Please meet at Grant by 4 p.m. if not receiving transportation.
Min/Max: 3/10
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Special Recreation
Special Olympics Snowshoe Training
Ages: 8 and up
Special Recreation
The Veterans Park District snowshoe team is looking for
athletes that would enjoy learning the fun winter sport of
snowshoeing. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Join us for
great exercise, fun and friendship. We can snowshoe on grass
or snow. Please dress for the weather, including hat, gloves and
gym shoes. We will be outside for all practices. You must have a
current medical application on file with Illinois Special Olympics before you can start practicing. The District competition
is in January and the State Games are in the end of January or
beginning of February, in Galena, IL..
#411151E1
Population: EMH, DD, AUT
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: Oct. 11–Dec. 29
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Busing: $12 (Available for in-district residents only, on a firstcome basis. Bus pick-up is between 5-6 p.m.)
Hawaiian
Beach Dance
Ages: High School to Adults
Friday, January 13, 2017 • 5-9 p.m.
Bulger Hall, 1601 Hirsch St., Melrose Park
Fee: $15
# 311131 Q1
Enjoy the memories of warm breezes during January.
Wear your Finest Hawaiian clothes and dance the night
away!
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Special Recreation
PAEC After School Care
5 DAYS A WEEK
Veterans Park District is partnering with Proviso Area for Exceptional Children (PAEC) and we’ll be offering After School
Care for children that attend PAEC Schools. We provide a safe, caring and active environment that promotes education and
an active lifestyle. Children are provided with a snack, help with homework along with opportunities to play both inside
and out! Transportation home is also being provided. Offered to students who are in PAEC Center and St. Domitilla.
Days: Monday–Friday
Time: 3-6 p.m.
Location: PAEC Center, Maywood
Fee: $7.50 per day (Price is based on 5 days per week attendance.
Your may choose the number of days at $ 7.50 per day)
Sessions:
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
$60
$150
$142.50
$120
$112.50
$112.50
$135
$112.50
$127.50
$157.50
(no Sept. 2 & 5)
(no Oct. 7 & 10)
(no Nov. 10, 11, 22, 23, 24 & 25)
(no Dec. 2, 23, 26, 27, 28,29 & 30)
(no Jan. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 13 & 16)
(no Feb. 10 & 20)
(no March 3, 6, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31)
(no April 7, 13 & 14)
(no May 26 & 29)
Call (708) 716-4822 after May 1
for registration information.
Special Recreation
Winter Break camp
Special Recreation
# 398888 B0
# 398888 B1
# 398888 B2
# 398888 B3
# 398888 B4
# 398888 B5
# 398888 B6
# 398888 B7
# 398888 B8
# 398888 B9
`groups: 6-12 & 13-17
Are you ALWAYS bored over winter break? Veterans Park District can help you
change that! Gather your friends and spend winter break with us! We will have
a day full of crafts, activities, movies and if weather permits some outside FUN.
Bring a lunch, snacks and something to drink. Water will be available. You must
be in school or the Transition program to register for Winter Break Camp.
Ages 6-13: Ages 14-22: Ages 6-13: Ages 14-22: # 311131 S9 # 311131 R5 # 311131 T9 # 311131 U1 Dates: Dec. 27 – Dec. 30
Dates: Dec. 27 – Dec. 30
Dates: Jan. 3 – Jan. 6
Dates: Jan. 3 – Jan. 6
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Fee Per Week: $48 In District/$56 Out of District
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Advertise in the Park District Brochure
23,000 Brochures printed each season! • Affordable!
ADvertise in the VPD Brochure / PAVERS
Four Great Options!
1
2
F ull Page, Full Color Ad
8.5”x 11”, front or back inside cover
$1,500 per brochure
$3,600 for 3 brochure commitment
F ull Page, Black and White Ad
8.5”x 11”, inside pages
$750 per brochure
$1800 for 3 brochure commitment
3
4
alf-Page, Black and White Ad
H
8.5” x 5.5” horizontal or 4.25” x 11” vertical, inside pages
$325 per brochure
usiness Card Sized Ad
B
3.5” x 2” horizontal or 2” x 3.5” vertical, inside pages
$150 per brochure
For more information or to place an ad, call (708) 343-5270
or stop in at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake, Ill.
Remember a Special Loved One
Bulger Park, Grant Park and Olsen Park
Imagine your name, a loved one, or family name engraved on a brick paver
to be remembered for years to come. Engraved brick pavers are available at
Bulger Park, Grant Park and Olsen Park, for a minimal fee of $50.
To request a brick paver, please fill out the form below and send to:
Bill Otte, Superintendent
44 W. Golfview Drive
Northlake, Illinois 60164
Name_ ______________________________________________________________________________________
Address_ ___________________________________________________________________________________
City______________________________ State___________________________ Zip Code___________________
Daytime Phone #_____________________________________________________________________________
(Please circle one)
Bulger Park
Grant Park
Olsen Park
Family, Relative and Friend:
Message_ ___________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
(3 Lines – 20 Characters)
For more information or to purchase a paver, please contact Bill Otte at (708) 343-5270.
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We Want to Hear From You!
We hope you enjoyed your visit with us. It is our goal to provide you with the best quality service while attending any of
our events, facilities or programs. This survey is an important tool in the evaluation of our programs and facilities.
Please take a moment to give us your valuable input.
Please return your completed survey using one of the ways listed below. Thank you.
1. Mail or drop off your survey to:
Northlake, IL 60164
2. Fax completed form to (708) 492-1801.
Program Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Instructor: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Please rate the following by circling the number that applies.
(5) Excellent (4) Above average (3) Average (2) Needs improvement (1) Poor
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Facility Visited:
Kahl Park
Bataan Park
Bulger Park
Trumbull Park
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
Program Dates: ________________________________________________________________________________________
Gouin Park/Pool
800 N. 17th Avenue
Playgrounds – Location: ___________________________________________________
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VPD • Affiliations and Rules of Conduct
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VPD
Affiliations
Village Halls
Franklin Park...............................................(847) 671-4800
Leyden Township........................................(847) 455-8616
Melrose Park ..............................................(708) 343-4000
Northlake ...................................................(708) 343-8700
River Grove.................................................(708) 453-8000
Athletic Organizations
Franklin Park Vipers....................................(847) 678-0279
Gaels Football/Cheerleading.......................(847) 345-6407
Leyden Bears Football.................................(708) 562-8323
and Cheerleading
Leyden Girls Softball...................................(847) 455-1965
Leyden Lions Football (Semi-pro) ..................(847) 321-0666
Melrose Park Little League .........................(708) 450-0555
Northlake Baseball/Softball.........................(708) 562-8135
River Grove Little League............................(708) 453-8718
Melrose Indians ..........................................(708) 452-9438
Thunder Soccer ..........................................(847) 671-0330
Organizations Meeting at Bulger Park
Bulger Park Senior Club
Fourth Wednesday of each month,1-3 p.m.
Organizations Meeting at Grant Park
Northlake Senior Citizens
First and third Thursday of each month,
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Senior Citizens Live It Up Club
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month,
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
T.O.P.S. IL #219
Every Wednesday, 6-8 p.m.
Veterans Park
District
Rules of Conduct
I. Equal Access
No eligible participant shall be limited in
the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage or opportunity on the basis of race,
sex, creed, national origin, activities, services, or benefits.
II. Behavior
Participants are expected to exhibit positive behavior at all times. The following
guidelines have been developed to help
make park district programs safe and
enjoyable for all participants. Additional
rules may be developed for particular programs and athletic leagues as deemed
necessary by staff.
Participants shall:
1. Show respect to all participants and
staff.
2. Take directions from staff.
3. Refrain from using abusive or foul
language.
4. Refrain from causing bodily harm to
self, other participants, or staff.
5. Show respect to equipment, supplies,
and
facilities.
III. Discipline
A positive approach will be used regarding discipline. Staff will periodically review
rules with participants during the program session. If inappropriate behavior
occurs, prompt resolution will be sought
specific to each situation. The park district
reserves the right to dismiss a participant
whose behavior endangers the safety of
himself/herself or others.
IV. Procedure
Upon registration or entry into the program, the parent/guardian should be
solicited for any information regarding
special accommodation needed. For example, if the registration form asks to
describe accommodation needed for the
participant’s enjoyment of a particular
program, and the parent response indicates “a positive role model for behavior,”
or another response of that nature, the
parent should be contacted for information about any behavior modification programs in place at school or home.
Attempts should be made to utilize these
in the program.
Northlake, IL 60164
Family Master Form
Veterans Park District is updating our resident information. We would appreciate your help by filling out the following
form. Please mail your form to the address listed above or fax it to: (708) 492-1801. Thank you.
Please Print
Family Name: __________________________________________________________________
____ Resident ___ Non Resident
Street Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone (H):_____________________________________________ E-mail: ________________________________________________
Phone (W):____________________________________________
Work Contact Person: __________________________________
Phone (C):_____________________________________________
Phone (Emergency): ____________________________________
Emergency Contact Person: _____________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Household Adults
First Name
Last Name
(if different from above)
M/F
Date of Birth
Additional Information for Staff
(i.e. health limitations or special needs)
____ / _____/ ____
____ / _____/ ____
____ / _____/ ____
FAMILY MASTER FORM
City: ________________________________________________________ Zip Code: ________________________________________
____ / _____/ ____
Child(ren) / Other Family Members
First Name
Last Name
(if different from above)
M/F
Grade
Date of Birth (if in school)
Additional Information for Staff
(i.e. health limitations or special needs)
__/__/__
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Bataan Park
Bulger Park
Facility Resource Guide
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Preschool
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Park
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Administrative Office, Grant Park Recreation Center
44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake 60164
P (708) 343-5270 • F (708) 492-1801
• 14 acres
• Grant Park Exercise Track: 14 laps = 1 mile
800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park 60160
P (708) 716-4822 • F (708) 343- 3638
• 1.5 acre
• George A. Leoni Complex Exercise Track: 9 laps = 1 mile
Bataan Park Preschool
1220 N. Ninth Ave., Melrose Park 60160 • (708) 731-5290
• 4.5 acres.
Bulger Park Community Center/Preschool
Registration Office: (708) 538-0100
Preschool: P (708) 731-5290 • F (708) 345-2720
• 8 acres
• Bulger Park Exercise Track: 3 ¼ laps = 1 mile
Gouin Park
2400 Scott Street, Franklin Park 60131
• 15 acres
• Gouin Park Exercise Track : 1 ¾ laps = 1 mile
Gouin Park Pool and Water Slide
2400 Scott Street, Franklin Park 6013
P (847) 451-9396 • F (847) 288-0432
Kahl Park
255 Palmer, Northlake 60164
• 2.3 acres
Latoria Park
Willow and Herrick Street, Franklin Park 60131
• 2 acres
Maintenance Garage
• .5 acre
Manheim Park
2766 Hawthorne Ave., Franklin Park 60131
• .5 acre
Cimbalo Fitness Center and Museum
1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park 60160 • (708) 343-5151
• .75 acre
Olsen Park
2009 Broadway, Melrose Park 60160
• .5 acre
Posphalla Park
338 E. Whitehall, Northlake 60164
• .8 acre
• Posphalla Park Exercise Track: 8 laps = 1 mile
Trumbull Park
2311 N. Leyden, River Grove 60171
• 2.5 acres
Juan A. Montoya Park
135 N. 18th Ave., Melrose Park 60160
• .25 acre
Veterans Park District Preschool (at Northlake City Centre)
112 N. Wolf Rd, Northlake 60164 • (708) 731-5290
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park
1800 Riverwoods Drive, Melrose Park, 60106
• .33 acre
Indoor Turf
Memorial Gardens
Football Field
Splash Fountain
Preschool
Batting Cages
Water Slides
Outdoor Volleyball
Museum
Gym
Gazebo
Skate Board Park
Lighted Tennis Courts
Indoor Court Sport
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Concession Stand
Bocce Ball Courts
Dry Sauna and Tanning Bed
Aerobics/Exercise Room
Picnic Area
Outdoor/Wading Pool
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Drinking Fountains
Jogging/Walking Area/Track
Multi-Use Playgrounds
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Gouin Park
Lighted Ice Rinks
Softball Diamonds
Baseball Diamonds
Accessible Public Washrooms
Hall Rentals/Meeting Rooms
VETERANS
PARK
DISTRICT
FACILITY
RESOURCE
GUIDE
Veterans Park District Boundaries
Herrick Ave.
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Fullerton Ave.
15
1st Ave.
5th Ave.
19th Ave.
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St.
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9th Ave.
24th Ave.
Lake
17th Ave.
18th Ave.
Broadway
Hirsch Ave.
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Sherman St.
Melrose Park
Rice St.
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ataan Park Preschool
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1220 N. Ninth Ave.
Melrose Park
(708) 731-5290
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ulger Park/Preschool
B
1601 Hirsch Street
Melrose Park
(708) 538-0100 Registration Office
(708) 731-5290 Preschool
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imbalo Fitness Center
C
1203 N. 24th Ave.
Melrose Park
(708) 343-5151
eorge A. Leoni Complex
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800 N. 17th Ave.
Melrose Park
(708) 716-4822
ouin Park
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2400 Scott Street
Franklin Park
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Gouin Park Pool and
Water Slide
2400 Scott Street
Franklin Park
(847) 451-9396
Grant Park Recreation
Center
Northlake
(708) 343-5270
135 N. 18th Ave.
Melrose Park
Kahl Park
255 Palmer, Northlake
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Latoria Park
Willow and Herrick Street
Franklin Park
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Maintenance Garage
1601 Hirsch Street
Melrose Park
Use these guidelines with
the map to determine
whether you reside within
the boundaries of Veterans
Park District.
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anheim Park
2766 Hawthorne Ave.
Franklin Park
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lsen Park
2009 Broadway (19th Ave.)
Melrose Park
Franklin Park
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osphalla Park
338 E. Whitehall
Northlake
Leyden Township
(Unincorporated)
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rumbull Park
2311 N. Leyden
River Grove
(708) 453-9860
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eterans Park District
Preschool
(at Northlake City Centre)
112 N. Wolf Road
Northlake
(708) 731-5290
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ietnam Veterans
Memorial Park
1800 Riverwoods Drive,
Melrose Park, 60106
All areas south of Grand
Avenue.
Any area south of Grand
Avenue.
Melrose Park
Veterans Park District Boundaries
Palmer Ave
Palmer Ave.
North Ave.
Leyden Ave.
Willow St.
River Grove
Franklin Park
Whitehall Ave.
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16 Northlake
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25th Ave.
Golfview Dr.
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Hawthorne Ave.
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Roberta Ave.
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Scott St.
Palmer Ave.
Mannheim Rd.
Wolf Rd.
Fullerton Ave.
Hawthorn
Grand Ave.
All areas east of 25th
Avenue.
Northlake
All of Northlake is within
boundaries, except those
areas south of North Avenue and east of Wolf Road.
River Grove
Areas south of Grand
Avenue and west of Des
Plaines River Road.
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Veterans Park District Registration Form
Mail to: Veterans Park District, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, IL 60164
Make checks payable to: Veterans Park District
Please complete all Credit Card information or enclose your check for your total fees due.
If you have any questions or concerns please call (708) 343-5270.
Family last name_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Street address, town and ZIP___________________________________________________________________________________
Home phone____________________________________Work phone_ _________________________________________________
E-mail address ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency contact name and phone____________________________________________________________________________
Please print all information and include program numbers!
VPD Registration Form
Participant’s Name
Program
Program No.
Session No.
Day/Time
Fee
Sex
Date of Birth
Total Fees $ _ __________________________
Check No. _ ____________________________
(Please check one)
Visa
MasterCard
Discover
AmEx
Credit Card No._____________________________________________ Expiration Date_ ____________________________
Authorized Signature _ ______________________________________ Payment $_ ________________________________
This form must be completed and enclosed with registration form if you are paying fees with Visa, MasterCard, AmEx or Discover.
Waiver and release of all claims
Please read this form carefully and be aware in registering yourself or your minor child/ward for participation in Veterans Park District program(s),
you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you or minor child/ward might sustain arising out of Veterans Park District(s). I recognize and
acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in Veterans Park District Program(s) and agree to assume the full risk of any
injuries, including death, damages or loss regardless of severity which I or my minor child/ward may sustain as a result of participating in any and all
activities connected with such program(s).
I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have as result of participating in the program against the Veterans Park
District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the Veterans Park District and its officers, agents,
servants, and employees from any and all claims from injuries including death, damages or loss sustained by me or my minor child/ward arising out
of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program(s).
I further agree to indemnify and defend Veterans Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims from
injuries including death, damages or loss sustained by me or my minor child/ward arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the
activities of the program(s).
In the event of an emergency, I authorize Veterans Park District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for me or my minor child/ward immediate care and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all
medical services rendered. Registrants and participants also permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Park
District activities for publication and use as the Park District deems necessary.
Signature of Parent/Guardian or Participant __________________________________________________ Date ______________________
Program Policies: All programs must meet established minimum registration.
All registrants must meet all age requirements to be accepted in park programs.
(708) 343-5270 • www.veteransparkdistrict.org
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V E T E R A N S PA R K D I S T R I C T
Annual Holiday
Food & Toy Drive
Holiday Food Drive
November 1– December 12
Help provide food for the hungry. We are looking for individuals and/or corporations to help aid us in our mission to fight
hunger in our surrounding communities during the holiday
season. Please bring nutritious, non-perishable canned or
packaged foods (no glass please) to any of the locations
listed below.
• Grant Park Recreation Center, Northlake
• George A. Leoni Complex, Melrose Park
Holiday Toy Drive
November 1– December 12
A special thank you to all the families that dropped off toys
for last year’s drive. Please make the holidays happier and
help preserve the spirit of giving. Drop off a NEW toy or
game at any of the locations listed below and make a difference in someone’s life this holiday season.
• Grant Park Recreation Center Gym, Northlake
• George A. Leoni Complex, Melrose Park
PRSRT STD
ECRWSS
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
PERMIT 149
MELROSE PARK, IL
44 W. Golfview Dr.
Northlake, Illinois 60164
(708) 343-5270
Deliver to:
Residential Customer
www.veteransparkdistrict.org
Follow us on:
Save the Dates
Autumn
Fest
Fright
Night
Autumn Fest
Saturday, October 1 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Gouin Park, Franklin Park
Fright Night
Friday October 28 • 5-7 p.m.
Haunted Movie Night & Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29 • 5-8 p.m.
Veterans Day Observance
Veterans Day
Friday, November 4 • 10 a.m.
Observance
Winter Fest
Breakfast
with santa
Winter Fest
Saturday, December 10 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Grant Park Recreation Center, Northlake
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 17 • 10 a.m.-Noon
When you have finished with the brochure, please recycle it.

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