SPRING GENERAL RECREATION

Spring 2023
General Recreation Programs

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TOUCH-A-TRUCK
FREE EVENT for all ages
Saturday, May 20
10 am-Noon
Touch-A-Truck puts kids in the driver's seat! Join the Wilmette Park District, Village of Wilmette, US Coast Guard and more during this FREE and unique opportunity to explore trucks of all types all in one place. Inspect the equipment, meet the men and women who operate the big rigs and learn how they help us in our community. Attendees, both young and young at heart are allowed to touch, climb, and ask questions about their favorite trucks in a safe, supervised environment. ***NEW - our event will begin with 20 minutes of sensory-friendly time. We ask visitors not to blow horns or honk the vehicles so that noise-sensitive visitors can enjoy the event.*** Registration is not required. This event takes place in the parking lot of Centennial Recreation Center (2300 Old Glenview Road). This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

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Get Active!

ROCK N' KIDS
Age 1 or 2-3 w/Adult
Join us for movement-based learning and imaginative play with music. Activities involve songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor skill development, imagination, sensory experiences and building direction-following and listening skills. Join us for musical fun that can't be beat! Wednesday mornings

[Chicago Loves Dance]
BREAKDANCE
Age 5-12
Under the creative direction of skilled Chicago Loves Dance breakdancers, students will learn choreography and poses to show off their creativity in freestyle sessions and more. Chicago Loves Dance believes that dance should open your child's creative abilities and be FUN! They take pride in teaching the self-esteem and socialization skills needed in everyday life through the activity of dance and performance. The last day of class is a parent watch day, where dancers will perform to show off their new talents.Tuesday late afternoons

[Chicago Loves Dance]
CHEERLEADING
Age 5-12
Come learn cheers and poms routines as well as beginning level stunts at this fun, energetic class! Each season brings a new set of activities that your child will enjoy learning. Tuesday evenings

[Chicago Loves Dance]
PARENT/CHILD YOGA
Age 5-10
We supply the mats; all you need to do is come ready for some yoga and stretch! Under the creative direction of skilled yoga instructors who have designed this class for the comfort level of both you and your child, we learn poses, movements, stretches and, most importantly, spend quality time together. A parent is not mandatory; any adult/guardian is welcome to attend with your child. Add an additional child to the class for $40. Wednesday evenings or Sunday mornings

[Chicago Loves Dance]
YOUTH YOGA
Age 5-12
We supply the mats; all you need to do is come ready for some yoga and stretch! In this class, kids learn beginning yoga movement, poses, terms and yoga-based games to make learning fun. Wednesday or Thursday late afternoons

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BRAINY STUFF

[Amazing Minds]
AMAZING MINDS
Age 5-8
Sharpen your skills in math, science, geography and reading through fun, hands-on, theme-based activities, AND take home exciting souvenirs! Science comes alive as we investigate rocks and minerals, flight and weather; explore math through learning about money, geometry and shapes; and "travel" to destinations such as China, Ancient Egypt, Italy, Washington DC and Australia. Improve reading skills with our hands-on reading games involving the animal kingdom, ocean creatures and much more! Monday afternoons

[Chess Ed]
CHESS ENRICHMENT
Age 5-12
This magical and exciting "sport of the mind" will exercise your child's brain! Instruction will include the basics, and then move into tactics and strategy, opening theory, middle game planning and endgame combinations. This program teaches chess, but also builds life skills. A U.S. Chess Federation-certified instructor leads the class. Monday afternoons

AMIGOS SPANISH CLUB
Age 5-10
Learning Spanish is as easy as uno, dos, tres! In the Afterschool Amigos Spanish Club, children will learn numbers, colors, shapes, greetings, days of the week and more. We will be singing, clapping, and counting our way towards learning the Spanish Language. Wednesday afternoons

[Play-Well Tek-Nologies]
POKEMON ENGINEERING USING LEGO^® MATERIALS
Age 5-7
Calling all Pokemon trainers! With the Pokemon Championship approaching, join our enthusiastic Play-Well Instructors as we build and catch our favorite Pokemon, rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokemon, and battle to see who will hold the title of Pokemon Master. Come along on our journey to catch 'em all! Tuesday afternoons

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Dog Training

PERFECT PUPPY
Age 18 & up
Help your puppy learn to become responsible for his own actions. Your pup will learn the basics: sit, down, stay, come, leave it, get started on leash walking, socialization and learn other helpful skills. For puppies 8 weeks to 5 months of age. Saturday mornings

FRESH START BEGINNER
Age 18 & up
Help your adult dog learn to become responsible for his own actions. Your dog will learn the basics: sit, down, stay, come, leave it, get started on leash walking, and other helpful skills. Please contact instructor Sally Bushwaller at sally@bushwaller.com so she can determine if this class is a good fit for you and your dog. Tuesday evenings

INTRO TO K9 NOSE WORK
Age 18 & up
Let your dog do what she's genetically programmed to do--search for, and find, scent. Nose Work builds confidence, teaches creative problem solving, and provides mental exercise. Build your relationship with your dog while having fun doing something your dog will love! Dogs are crated when not working, therefore dogs who don't love other dogs will enjoy this class. Fee is per class. Tuesday evenings or Saturday mornings

CONTINUING K-9 NOSE WORK
Age 18 & up
In this advanced class, we work on complex hides including interior, vehicle, exterior and container searches. Dogs must be crated or behind a barrier when not working in class. Please bring your own crate. If you are interested in this class but have not taken Intro to Nose Work, please contact Sally at sally@bushwaller.com. Fee is per class. Thursday evenings

GRAD SCHOOL FOR DOGS
Age 18 & up
This advanced class works on improving your dog's stay, recall and leash walking skills. Your dog must have attended Perfect Puppy or Fresh Start Beginner prior to attending this class. Bring a dog bed to class each week. Saturday mornings