CMPD Playbook - Autumn 2014

Calumet Memorial Park District PLAYBOOK

Autumn 2014

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Board Meetings The district is governed by five elected officials who set the policy for its operation. The commissioners are elected to staggered six-year terms and serve without compensation.!!The board meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Wilhelm Business Office, 626 Wentworth Ave. Committee meetings are held the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 PM at the same location. Residents are invited to attend the meetings. For more information, please call (708) 868-2530.!!Special Recreation Services (708) 841-1071 x 233 · www.specialrecservices.com!!Special Recreation Services (SRS) is a collaborative effort by the New Hope Center Inc., the Calumet Memorial, Dolton & Ivanhoe Park Districts & the South Holland Department of Recreational Services. This cooperative offers programs for children & adults with disabilities. Programs are offered on their own, while some are in conjunction with regular park programs.

History The CMPD was established in 1922 as a separate governing agency for the purpose of providing programs and facilities that are of a quality that will enhance an individual's physical and emotional health, cultural and intellectual development, and fulfill a social need. The district is responsible for the maintenance, operation and administration of parks and facilities under its jurisdiction.!!Mission Statement The Calumet Memorial Park District strives to offer quality recreational, cultural and educational programming, which is cost effective for the community and inclusive to all. Through a well-trained, educated and empowered workforce, we aim to provide absolute customer service, a safe environment and superior parks and recreational facilities.

CMPD Board of Commissioners

JAMES!GIGLIOTTI RANDY

VELASQUEZBONNIERISING!

VICE-PRESIDENT

STANLEY!MILLER!PRESIDENT

NYOTA FIGGS

Memberships National Recreation & Park Association! NRPA!Illinois Association of Park Districts! ! IAPD!Illinois Park & Recreation Association! IPRA!South Suburban Park & Recreation! ! SSPRPA!

Professional Association !Calumet City Chamber of Commerce! CCCC

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From the Desk of the Executive Director !We don’t often get the opportunity to say it nearly enough, but we would like to thank all of our patrons & volunteers for your support of our programs & of this park district. We don’t take it for granted & we realize that you have plenty of choices when choosing recreational, cultural and educational programming.!!The CMPD strives to be your Five Star destination for recreational & personal development. Here is our Five Star Commitment:!!

1 - Absolute customer service.!2 - Well-trained, educated & empowered workforce

with a concierge mentality to serve you.!3 - !Quality recreational, cultural & educational

programming at a competitive price.!4 -!A safe environment for our patrons.!5 -!Clean parks and facilities.!!

We don’t want to be just another park district, so we will continue to offer new & diverse programming that is community-centered & culturally-conscious. To do this, we will recruit the most talented instructors &partner with organizations that share our goals for the community.!!Please join us as we live up to our motto: “Play with a Purpose!”

Park District Staff

Charles Dockery Executive Director

Thom Miller CPO!

Director of Recreation

Eric Schneider CPRP, CPSI, CPO!

Director of Operations

Brianna Cardenas Fitness Supervisor

Paul Nowakowski Security Coordinator

Char Perez Special Projects!

Coordinator

Keith Lightfoot CPSI!

Safety Coordinator

Mollie Schneider Recreation Supervisor

Anthony Comer-Hill Recreation Supervisor

Candice Phelan Recreation Supervisor

Jenn Pejka Business Manager

Gene Popa Community Supervisor

Ken Pasternak Superintendent of!

Buildings & Grounds

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Charles Dockery Executive Director!(708) 868-2530 · [email protected]

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All staff can be reached via email at [email protected]!

General Information • All program and activity participants must sign a waiver (parent/legal guardian must sign for participants under the

age of 18).!• All photographic, video or digital images taken by the district staff become the property of the CMPD. Those wishing

not to be photographed must notify the Executive Director in writing. Fitness Center Cards and Pool Passes require mandatory participant photos.!

• If you would like to be a part of the CMPD Volunteer Program, please call (708) 862-6443. Volunteers between the ages of 12 to 15 may apply to participate in our Junior Leader program. All volunteers must fill out an application form and are subject to a background check.!

• The Calumet Memorial Park District assumes no responsibility for personal injury or loss of personal property while participating or attending a CMPD-sponsored program or facility. No medical or accidental insurance is provided.!!

Policy Statement It is the CMPD’s goal to provide safe and enjoyable recreation activities for all ages, regardless of age, race, creed, marital status, physical/mental limitations or gender. It is the intention of the district to develop, plan, implement and administer a comprehensive loss prevention program. Public and staff safety is our greatest responsibility and in our assignments the health and safety of all are of the utmost consideration. This policy has been established to emphasize that effective loss-prevention is an integral part of management procedures to fully utilize the district's capital and personnel. Although profit is not a district goal per se, the same efficiency is desired to ensure maximum usage of each tax dollar.!!Americans with Disabilities Act No one will be discriminated against on the basis of a disability. The district strives to assure equal access to all. Reasonable accommodations in recreation programs and leisure services will be made for persons who meet the essential eligibility requirements of that activity. If you have any questions or special concerns, contact Charles Dockery, Executive Director, at (708) 868-2530.!!Vandalism The CMPD takes pride in the beauty and safety of our parks. However, each year our efforts are marred by vandalism, which takes its toll through higher costs of maintenance, repair and clean-up. Residents who observe vandalism are asked to call (708) 868-2530.!!General Park Rules • THINK SAFETY FIRST! If you find a piece of broken equipment, please call (708) 868-2530 and let us know so we

can correct any unsafe conditions.!• When visiting a park, please use common courtesy for the other participants & area residents.!• No loitering, profanity or gang activity of any kind will be tolerated.!• No alcohol, glass, littering, fireworks or golfing allowed.!• Pets must be leashed. Do not allow your pet into playgrounds, food areas, walking tracks or ballfields. Always clean

up after your pet.!• Driving unauthorized motorized vehicles through the parks is strictly prohibited.!• All city, state and federal laws apply and will be enforced. Persons causing property damage will be prosecuted and

made responsible for restitution.!• Parks close at dusk except for scheduled evening activities.!• Failure to obey park rules could result in suspension from park property and programs.

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Burnham Greenway The Burnham Greenway is a joint project between the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, the Chicago Park District, the IL Dept. of Natural Resources and the CMPD to become part of the Illinois Grand Trail. Currently, the bike path is 2.5 miles long, beginning at State St in the north and running south to 170th St in Lansing. Please enjoy the Burnham Greenway this autumn! Remember to ride, walk and jog on the right hand side. And please don't litter. For questions call (708) 868-2530.

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Park Directory COMMUNITY PARKS!

1! Downey!! Jeffery Ave & Stewart Ave!

2! Finneran!! Freeland Ave & Lincoln Ave!

3! Memorial!! Wentworth Ave & Memorial Dr!

4! Sandridge!! Oglesby Ave & Memorial Dr!

5! Superior!! Superior Ave & 155th St!

6! Veterans!! Burnham Ave & 165th St!!

NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS!7! Burnham!! Greenbay Ave & 140th St!

8! Commissioners!! Exchange Ave & Memorial Dr!

9! Egan!! Shirley Dr & Schrum Rd!

10! Riverfront!! Clyde Ave & 166th Pl!!

MINI PARKS!11!! Blackburn!! ! ! Bensley Ave & 143rd St!

12! Burnham School!! ! ! Greenbay Ave & 140th St!

13! Cleveland!! ! ! Campbell Ave & Cleveland Ave!

14! Cottage!! ! ! Manistee Ave & 141st St!

15! Hoxie!! ! ! Hoxie Ave & 139th St!

16! Lawhead!! ! ! Marquette Ave & 145th St!

17! Lincoln School!! ! ! Freeand Ave & 156th Pl!

18! Pulaski!! ! ! Wentworth Ave & Pulaski Rd!

19! Watertank!! ! ! Mackinaw Ave & Stewart Ave

Skate Parks at #7 & #8

Canoe Launch at #10

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District Map

Court Rental Memorial Gym!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

One Court!! Resident! ! ! $30 / hr!! Non-resident! ! $55 / hr

Court Rental Sandridge Gym!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

One Court!! Resident! ! ! $50 / hr!! Non-resident! ! $75 / hr!Entire Gym!! Resident! ! ! $75 / hr!! Non-resident! ! $100 / hr

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Indoor Courts Two locations - Sandridge Community Center & the Memorial Park Fieldhouse - offer indoor courts. The facilities feature plenty of space to play your favorite organized sports, from basketball to volleyball, indoor soccer to whiffle ball. Prices are below pictures.!!Small Hall The Downey Park Fieldhouse is available for certain small group family-type functions (baby showers, communions, preschool birthdays, etc.) of no more than 60 persons. Alcohol is prohibited. The resident fee is $200. Restrictions apply. Call (708) 862-6443 for complete info.!!Picnic Permits Most of our parks are neighborhood sites & group picnics are prohibited. Permits are issued for Veterans, Memorial & Commissioners Parks. The resident fee is $100. Restrictions apply. Finneran Park (with pool access) is $150. Call (708) 862-6443 for additional information.!!Meeting Rooms Small meeting rooms are available at the Sandridge Community Center on a limited basis. The resident fee is $25 per hour, non-resident $45. For more info & availability, contact Thom Miller at (708) 862-0880 or [email protected].!!Birthday Party Packages The CMPD offers a number of birthday party rental options, including Finneran Pool, the Family Fun Center & indoor rooms at Memorial Park & the Sandridge Community Center. For more party package info, contact Thom Miller at (708) 862-0880 or [email protected].

Facility Rentals

Six Flags Great America Any Day Tickets !Daily $42!!!

Don’t get stuck in the long lines at the entrance to Six Flags Great America this fall (including Fright Fest)…buy your discount tickets from us & save! These tickets may be purchased at Memorial Park, 612 Wentworth Ave. Cash or credit only, no checks. Availability is limited, and when these are sold, there will be no more for this season.

A Special Thanks Each year, the Calumet Memorial Park District works with other intergovernmental groups to bring our residents the best recreational opportunities possible. We thank these groups for their partnership with us!!!

City of Calumet City, IL Michelle Markiewicz Qualkinbush, Mayor!204 Pulaski Rd · Calumet City IL 60409!(708) 891-8110 · calumetcity.org!!Village of Burnham, IL Robert Polk, Mayor!14450 S. Manistee Ave · Burnham IL 60633!(708) 862-9150 · villageofburnhamil.com!!Thornton Township Frank M. Zuccarelli, Supervisor!333 E 162nd St · South Holland IL 60473!(708) 596-6040 · thorntontownship.com!!Calumet City Public Library Jane Rowland, Director!660 Manistee Ave · Calumet City IL 60409!(708) 862-6220 · calumetcitypl.org!!We are also thankful for the continued support of our county, state and federal office holders. For a complete listing of your elected officials, visit cookcountyclerk.com.

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News & Notes

HALL RENTALS AVAILABLE Birthdays · Anniversaries · Graduations · Retirements

Receptions · Award Ceremonies · Holiday Parties Seminars · Organizational Functions · Fundraisers

Seminars · Group/Club Meetings !Licensed caterer available at reasonable rates!

VFW EHINGER BROS

POST 8141664 Hirsch Ave · Calumet City, IL · (708) 862-7193

NEW MEMBERS WELCOMED

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Family Fun Night: Luau Style! Friday, August 29 · 5:00 - 8:00 pm!Join us for Luau Night, which includes swimming, games, crafts, free giveaways & more for the whole family!!AGES:! All ages!FEE:! ! $1 per person!SITE:! ! Finneran Pool!!Parents’ Nights Out Friday, September 12!Friday, October 24!Friday, November 14!This program is a parent’s chance to have a night out while the kids have a fun evening with others, playing games, sports, making arts & crafts, eating pizza and more!!AGES:! ! 5 - 12 year olds!DAYS:! ! Fri!! TIME:!! 6:30 - 9:00 pm!DATES:! ! 09/12, 10/24 & 11/14!FEE:! ! ! $10 per night!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! 5/30 per night!!Labor Day Parade Monday, September 1 · 10:30 am!See back cover for details!!Cal City Mini Half Marathon & 5K Fun Run/Walk Sunday, September 14 · 8:30 am!See page 11 for details!!Haunted Hayrides Pumpkin Decorating & Storytelling Friday, October 24 · Saturday, October 25!See page 14 for details

Rummage Sale Saturday, November 15 · 9:00 am - 2:00 pm!FEE:! ! FREE entry!!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!NOTES:! $10 a table for vendors.!! ! ! For more info call Brianna Cardenas at (708) !! ! ! 862-0880 or email [email protected].!!Family Turkey Shoot Saturday, November 22 !This is a fun family competition with teams consisting of one child & one adult competing against other teams in specific age/gender groups. Each winning team will go home with a gift certificate for the purchase of a frozen turkey!!AGES:! ! Children 8 - 13 with Adults 21 & Older!TIME:!! ! Registration begins 10:00 am!! ! ! ! Competition begins immediately after!FEE:! ! ! FREE!!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center

Special Events

Leadership Academy Calling young ladies grades 7th thru 12th to participate in this program. Focusing on leadership skills, building self-esteem, educational pursuits & life skills. Come learn & bond!!!For more information, contact!CMPD Commissioner Nyota Figgs at [email protected].

Path to SuccessLeadership Training Seminars !Every 1st Thursday of the Month · 6 - 8 pm!!Sandridge Community Center!600 Oglesby Ave · Calumet City!!This program assists in the development in areas of ambition, goal-setting, influence, leadership & in overcoming failure.!!Occupational Skills Development Workshops !Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month · 6 - 8 pm!!Sandridge Community Center!600 Oglesby Ave · Calumet City!!Resume review & development, interviewing for success, presentation perfection & professional appearance on a budget will be covered.!!Paycation Travel Party !FREE business opportunity seminars beginning in September. Come learn about the $8 trillion travel industry & and how YOU can change your future while traveling the world!!!For more info about all of the opportunities above, contact Charles Dockery at (708) 868-2530 or [email protected].

BURNHAM WOODS GOLF COURSE !

14201 Burnham Ave Burnham, IL

(708) 862-9043

RIVER OAKS GOLF COURSE !

One Park Ave Calumet City, IL (708) 8628-4090

FOR SAVINGS, SPECIALS & TO BOOK YOUR TEE TIME, VISIT US ONLINE!

FORESTPRESERVEGOLF.COM

MANAGED BY BILLY CASPER GOLF

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Personal Development

The Sandridge Fitness Center provides a friendly neighborhood atmosphere that promotes a healthy lifestyle in a comfortable environment. Fitness center staff are dedicated to offering services that help enhance your body & mind. At the center, you'll find a friendly & knowledgeable staff who will help you meet your fitness goals. We also offer a wide array of fitness classes for most every interest & to fit your busy schedule.!!Sandridge Fitness Center offers for your use...!Treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, rowing machines, free weights, Gravitron machine, indoor lap pool, half-court basketball, indoor golf net, outdoor fitness track, co-ed whirlpool & steam room, dry saunas, heavy & speed bags!

!600 Oglesby Ave · Calumet City, IL

(708) 862-0880 Mon - Fri · 6 am - 9 pm · Sat & Sun · 8 am - 3 pm

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!Annual memberships starting at only $125!

FITNESS CENTER OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY · OCTOBER 4!

RAFFLES · GOODY GIVEAWAYS · AEROBIC CLASS DEMOS!Bring your workout gear & try out our fitness center! Fitness

instructors will be on hand to officer facility tours, answer questions about your fitness needs & provide class demonstrations. We’ll be

raffling off a one year membership, a six-month membership & offering 10% discount coupon to all who attend!!Don’t miss this great opportunity!!

MORE INFO · THOM MILLER!(708) 862-0880 · [email protected]!!

Government-issued photo ID required. Must be 18 or older to attend.!10% coupon will be handed out during the Open House event only. Coupons will be valid for 30 days

& are only good towards membership &/or aerobics. One coupon per person, per sale.

!Complete list of Adult Fitness programs begins on page 20

Building a Better Park District

THE SUNNY “C” REPRESENTS

our dedication

to an active lifestyle

thru outdoor

activities in our almost

20 parks

A green “m” features a musical note Representing our COMMITMENT TO THE CULTURAL ARTS THROUGH OUR SINGING, DANCING, ACTING & ART CLASSES

A WAVE in the blue “D” IS A NOD TO OUR AQUATIC PROGRAMS & FACILITIES AT FINNERAN, SANDRIDGE, MEMORIAL & SOON-TO-BE DOWNEY PARK.

The Board & Staff of the CMPD strive to provide A quality park district that you deserve!

OUR NEW SLOGAN SAYS IT ALL. our programming is by design & has a different purpose for everyone. whether you want to

increase physical fitness, reduce stress, learn a new skill or enjoy a cultural experience, there is a program, event, activity

& facility for everyone at the cmpd.

IMPLEMENTINGA NEW LOGO !

WE DESIGNED A NEW LOGO TO REFLECT THE MANY ASPECTS OF THE PARK DISTRICT. THE COLOR SCHEME PAYS HOMAGE TO OUR OFFICAL SEAL WHILE

ADDING NEW DESIGN ELEMENTS & SLOGAN.

THE BASEBALL iN the red letter “P” symbolizes all of our athletic leagues & competitions, both on the court & on the ball fields

Building a Better Park District

A WAVE in the blue “D” IS A NOD TO OUR AQUATIC PROGRAMS & FACILITIES AT FINNERAN, SANDRIDGE, MEMORIAL & SOON-TO-BE DOWNEY PARK.

The Board & Staff of the CMPD strive to provide A quality park district that you deserve!

IMPROVING PARKS & FACILITIES !

DOWNEY PARK IS THE LATEST IMPROVEMENT PROJECT THAT WILL HELP US MEET THE RECREATION NEEDS OF OUR

RESIDENTS for years to come. Improvements will include a new

softball field, improved ball field spectator areas, a new picnic

pavilion, splash pad, tennis court, two half-court basketball courts, a small performing arts amphitheater with seating for 50 & a multi-use trail

with fitness stations. THE NEARLY $1 MILLION PROJECT is scheduled to be

completed later this fall.

INCREASING ACCESSIBILITY !THE CMPD BEGAN STEPS ESTABLISHING COMPLIANCE FROM THE MOMENT THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT WAS PASSED IN 1990. WE CONTINUE OUR DEDICATION TO MAKING OUR FACILITIES AS accessible AS POSSIBLE. The district RECENTLY COMPLETED AN audit of all parks & facilities & IS ADOPTING A transition plan tO meet new federal & State standards to make improvements for years to come.

• Acceptable payment is cash, credit card or money order.!• Proof of residency must be shown at the time of registration (State ID/License with current address).!• Be prepared to show a copy of your child's birth certificate at the time of registration.!• Release waivers must be signed by a parent or legal guardian before a registrant can participate in any

activity.!• Registration is first come, first served...no spots will be held. You must register in person & pay in full.!• No prorated fees.!• If minimum numbers are not achieved, the activity will be canceled.!• Refund vouchers valid for most activities are given in the event registrants withdraw from a program &

must be done within the first week of the program or before. No refunds are given after the first week of the program. Trip refunds are not given.!

• If you drop out of an activity, a $2 service fee will be applied.!• No refunds will be given after the end of the first week of any program.!• If you have an idea for a program, trip or special event, please feel free to contact Thom Miller at

[email protected]. We want your good ideas!

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FALL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Sign up for programs in person at either…

Memorial Park Recreation Office 612 Wentworth Ave · Calumet City, IL!

(708) 862-6443!9:30 am - 7:30 pm

Sandridge Community Center 600 Oglesby Ave · Calumet City, IL!

(708) 862-6440!Mon-Fri 6am - 9pm · Sat-Sun 8am - 3pm

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Program Registration

CALUMET CITY LIONS CLUBS - 75 YEARS -

61st ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST

SUN, SEPT 21 · 8 AM - 1 PM TF NORTH HIGH SCHOOL · 755 PULASKI RD

$6 ADULTS · CHILDREN 5 & UNDER FREE SPONSORED BY FIRST SAVINGS BANK OF HEGEWISCH

TRANSPORTATION FOR HANDICAPPED & PHYSICALLY DISABLED AVAILABLE FROM PARKING LOT

The CMPD congratulates the Calumet City Lions Club on their 75th Year of service to the community!

Before the Bell Here’s a safe & fun Before School program to help your child get ready for the day ahead! Children will play games & enjoy many other organized activities.!AGES:! 5 - 12 year olds!DAYS:! Mon - Fri! ! TIME:!6:00 am - start of school!DATE:!! 08/19 - 12/19!FEE:! ! $375 in full or $80 monthly towards $400 balance!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:!5 / 40!NOTES:!Program follows District 149

school schedule. Transportation is NOT provided by the park district. Children should have breakfast before attending the program.!!

After the Bell This After School program provides a variety of safe and fun structured activities, including sports, arts & crafts, homework time & much more!!AGES:! 5 - 12 year olds!DAYS:! Mon - Fri! ! TIME:!! 2:30 - 6:30 pm!DATE:!! 08/19 - 12/19!FEE:! ! $375 in full or $80 monthly towards $400 balance!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:!5 / 40!NOTES:!Program follows District 149 school schedule.

Transportation is NOT provided by the park district. Snacks are provided. A late fee will be charged for late pick-ups.

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Tot Time NEW! Join us for story time, crafts, games & more! It’s TOTally fun!!AGES:! 2 & 3 year olds!DAY:! ! Wed! ! TIME:!! 5:30 - 6:15 pm!DATES:! Session I:! 09/10 - 10/01!! ! ! Session II:! 10/15 - 11/05!FEE:! ! $15 per session!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! Mollie S.!NOTES:! Register by 09/08 for Session I!!Li’l Geniuses This program helps prepare children for the experiences of Kindergarten through study of the alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, printing, motor skills & more! Hands-on daily activities are designed to promote each child’s physical, creative, cognitive, social & emotional growth. Special emphasis is placed upon improving socialization skills & easing separation anxiety.!AGES:! 3 - 5 year olds!DAYS:! Mon - Fri! ! TIME:!! 9:00 am - 3:00 pm!DATE:!! Session I:! 09/08 - 12/19!FEE:! ! $450 per session!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! Mollie S.!NOTES:! Children must bring a snack and

lunch daily. Must provide birth certificate at registration. Children must be fully potty trained. Payment plan available - call (708) 868-2530 for details.!!

Schools Out Fun Days Come enjoy a day full of fun activities, held on weekdays when School District 149 is not in session.!AGES:! ! 5 - 12 year olds!DATES:! ! Follows District 149’s schedule!TIME:!! ! 9:30 am - 4:00 pm!FEE:! ! ! $15 per day!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! ! 5 / 30 per day!NOTES:! Participants must bring a lunch. A snack will

be provided.

Modeling Here’s a unique chance for you to learn the poise, grace and self-confidence skills to release your inner model!!AGES:! 6 & Older!DAY:! ! Tue! ! TIME:!! 7:00 - 7:45 pm!DATES:! Session I:! 09/15 - 11/17!! ! ! Session II:! 12/01 - 02/16!FEE:! ! $45 per session!SITE:! ! Downey Park!MIN/MAX:! 5 / 30!!L.O.T. - Leaders of Tomorrow Mentoring Program NEW! L.O.T. provides a fun, relaxed environment for teens to creatively express themselves!!AGES:! 12 - 17 year olds!DAYS:!! Mon. Tue & Thu! ! TIME:!! 3:00 - 6:00 PM!DATE:!! 09/10 - 12/19!FEE:! ! $15!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! 5 / 20!NOTES:!This is an active, structured group. Transportation

is not provided by the CMPD, but a transportation agency list is available. Includes some Saturday community & volunteer service.!!

Holiday Crafts Celebrate the holidays by making your own holiday-themed crafts. Keep them for yourself or gift them to friends!!AGES:! 4 - 9 year olds!DAY:! ! Thu! ! TIME:!! 5:30 - 6:15 pm!DATES:! Halloween:! 10/09! ! Thanksgiving:! 11/06!! ! ! Christmas:! 12/11! ! Valentine’s Day: 02/05!FEE:! ! $10 per class!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! Mollie S.!MIN/MAX:! 3 / 10 per class!NOTE:! Sign up for three classes at the same time & !! ! ! get the fourth one free!

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Performing Arts Here is your chance to learn performance techniques ranging from dancing to acting & singing, learning to perform on stage! Participants will give a live performance in December.!AGES:! 8 - 16 year olds!DAYS:!! Tue & Thu! TIME:!! 5:30 - 7:00 pm!DATE:!! 09/09 - 12/11!FEE:! ! $65 resident / $75 non-resident!SITE:! ! Downey Park!MIN/MAX:! 10 / 20!STAFF:! Liza B.!!Fall Dance Classes Everyone loves to dance…even if they don’t know it yet! Learn the art of dance in these exciting classes!!AGES:! See below!DATE:!! 09/08 - 12/15!FEE:! ! $75 resident / $85 non-resident!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! Liza B. & Cynthia T.!MIN/MAX:! 5 / 20 per class!CLASSES/DAYS:! !! ! !! ! Hip Hop (Mon)!

! 5 - 7 year olds:! ! 5:00 - 5:45 pm!! 8 - 12 year olds:!! 5:50 - 6:35 pm!! 11 - 17 year olds:! 6:40 - 7:25 pm!!! Praise (Tue)!! Beginners 6 - 12:! 5:00 - 5:50 pm!! Intermediate 7 - 14:!6:00 - 6:50 pm!! Adults 18 & Older:! 7:00 - 7:50 pm!!! Beginners Ballet & Tap (Wed)!! Mom & Tot:! ! ! 5:30 - 6:00 pm!! 5 - 7 year olds:! ! 6:00 - 6:50 pm!! 8 - 11 year olds:! ! 7:00 - 7:50 pm!!! Ballet & Tap (Sat)!! 3 - 4 year olds:! ! 9:30 - 10:15 am!! 6 - 9 year olds:! ! 11:10 - 11:55 am!!! Jazz (Sat)!! 6 - 9 year olds:! ! 10:20 - 11:05 am

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Little Dribblers Basketball Even the biggest NBA stars had to start somewhere! This program is designed to instruct basic dribbling, passing and shooting skills with an 8 foot hoop… just the right size when you’re starting out! Scrimmages will be part of classes, time permitting.!AGES:! ! 4 - 6 year olds!DAY:! ! ! Mon! ! TIME:!5:00 - 6:00 pm!DATE:!! ! 09/15 - 10/20!FEE:! ! ! $25 resident / $35 non-resident!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! ! 8 / 20!NOTES:! ! Register by 09/12!!1st & 2nd Grade Basketball League AGES:! ! 1st & 2nd graders!DAYS:! ! Wed & Sat!DATE:!! ! 09/10 - 11/TBD!TIME:!! ! Wed:! 6:00 - 7:30 pm!! ! ! ! Sat:! Between 9:30 & 11:30 am!FEE:! ! ! $37 resident / $47 non-resident!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! ! 24 / 200!NOTE:! ! $5 discount during early registration from !! ! ! ! 09/01-09/16!!!3rd & 4th Grade Basketball League AGES:! ! 3rd & 4th Graders!DAYS:! ! Thu & Sat!DATE:!! ! 09/11 - 11/TBD!TIME:!! ! Thu:! 6:00 - 7:30 pm!! ! ! ! Sat:! Between 12:00 - 2:00 pm!FEE:! ! ! $37 resident / $47 non-resident!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! ! 24 / 200!NOTE:! ! $5 discount during early registration from !! ! ! ! 09/01 - 09/16!

Youth AthleticsRock the Rim! 3-on-3 High School Basketball Tournament AGES:! ! 9 - 12 graders!DATE:!! ! Sunday, November 23!TIME:!! ! Begins 10:00 am!FEE:! ! ! $9 per team!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! ! 6 / 16 teams!NOTES:! Four player maximum per team. Each player

must provide a valid 2014/2015 school ID at registration, NO EXCEPTIONS. For more information, contact Athletic Supervisor Anthony Comer-Hill at (708) 862-6440, or email [email protected]. Sign up your team at the Sandridge Community Center.!!

Cheerleading NEW! Learn the fundamentals to cheer positions, jumps, choreography & much, much more!!AGES:! 5 - 12 year olds!DAYS:!! Wed & Thu!TIMES:! 5 - 7 year olds:! 4:30 - 5:15 pm!! ! ! 8 - 12 year olds: 5:30 - 6:30 pm!DATE:!! 09/08 - 11/21!FEE:! ! $40 resident / $45 non-resident!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!MIN/MAX:! 5 / 20!NOTES:! Gym shoes and comfortable clothing required. T-

shirt provided. Participants will cheer for CMPD youth basketball leagues games (game schedule TBA).

Wolverines Wrestling Join our Wolverines for another winning season on the mats! Our program is designed for both experienced wrestlers as well as newcomers.!AGES:! K - 8th Grade!DAYS:! Tue, Thu & Sat!TIME:!! Tue & Thu: 6:00 - 8:00 pm!! ! ! Sat: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm!DATE:!! 10/28 - mid-March!FEE:! ! $85 (must be paid in full by 10/28)!SITE:! ! Memorial Park!NOTES:! Tournaments are held on Sundays & require

traveling. Tournament fees are approx. $15 per wrestler & must be paid the week before the tourney in order to compete. Uniforms must be purchased. There will be several fundraisers to help defer some costs. Wrestlers MUST participate in all fundraisers.

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Swim Lessons Parents…your child’s safety is too important to risk, so make sure they know how to swim! It’s not only safe, it’s FUN, too!!AGES:! 4 - 15 year olds!DAY:! ! Sat!TIME:!! 4 - 6 year olds! 9:00 - 9:40 am!! ! ! 7 - 9 year olds! 10:00 - 10:40 am!! ! ! 10 -15 year olds!11:00 - 11:40 am!!DATE:!! Session I:!09/13 - 10/18!! ! ! Session II:! 11/01 - 12/13 (no 11/29)!FEE:! ! $25 resident / $35 non-resident!SITE:! ! Sandridge Fitness Center!MIN/MAX:!5 / 20 per class!NOTES:! All classes are held indoors at the Sandridge

Community Center. Each session is limited in availability and can fill up quickly, so register early! Registration is first come, first served, and no places will be held. Register by one week prior to the start of each class. Participants will have use of the pool locker room.!!

Wado-Ki Karate This style of the Okinawan martial art stresses discipline, focus and fitness, making it great for kids and adults alike!!AGES:! 4 - 17 year olds!DAY:! ! Wed! ! ! TIME:!! 5:45 - 6:30 pm!DATE:!! Session IV:! 09/09 - 11/12!FEE:! ! $40 resident / $45 non-resident!SITE:! ! Memorial Park!STAFF:! Roger & Dotty Jerome

Join Now! Fun, Fun Fun!!!!Bear-ettes Pom Poms

2014 USTA & IPDGC State Champs!We are a low cost not-for-profit youth outreach program in the

South Suburbs!Fall/Winter classes are now forming!!

Classes held at the Oak Lawn & Midlothian Park Districts!We also offer Baton & Flag Twirling!!

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Adult FitnessAdult Dance Fitness NEW! Dance your way to being fit… there’s no bike or treadmill needed when you can dance the pounds away! This innovative program uses dance moves & music to help meet your fitness goals.!AGES:! ! 18 & Older!DAY:! ! ! Thu! ! TIME:!! 7:15 - 8:15 pm!DATES:! ! Session VI:! 09/11 - 10/16!! ! ! ! Session VII:!10/30 - 12/04!FEE:! ! ! $25 resident / $30 non-resident!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! ! Liza B.!!Line Dance Fitness AGES:! ! 18 & Older!DAY:! ! ! Fri!! ! TIME:!! 6:30 - 8:30 pm!DATES:! ! Session VI:! 09/12 - 10/17!! ! ! ! Session VII:!10/24 - 12/05!FEE:! ! ! $30 resident / $35 non-resident!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! ! Kathy H.!!Line Dance Fitness Workshop: Dancin’ On! AGES:! ! 18 & Older!DATE:!! ! Friday, September 5!! TIME:!6:00 - 8:50 pm!FEE:! ! ! $7!SITE:! ! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! ! Kathy H.!!Wado-Ki Karate DAY:! ! Wed! ! TIME:!5:45 - 6:30 pm!DATE:!! Session IV:! 09/10 - 11/12!FEE:! ! $40 resident / $45 non-resident!SITE:! ! Memorial Park!STAFF:! Roger & Dotty Jerome!

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Swim Lessons Knowing how to swim is not only great for fun and fitness, but it’s also a life-saver!!AGES:! 16 & Older!DAY:! ! Sat! ! ! TIME:!12:00 - 12:40 pm!DATE:!! Session I:!! 09/13 - 10/18!! ! ! Session II:! 11/01 - 12/13 (no 11/29)!FEE:! ! $25 resident / $35 non-resident!SITE:! ! Sandridge Fitness Center!MIN/MAX:!5 / 20 per class!NOTES:! All classes held indoors at the Sandridge

Community Center. Each session is limited in participant availability and can fill up quickly, so register early. Registration is first come, first served, and no places will be held. Register by one (1) week prior to the start of each class.

Praise Dance for Adults info on page 17

Hydro Bits Hydro Bits is a low-impact water workout which is great for everyone - combining interval training, aerobics & games! If you are suffering with arthritis, osteoporosis or one of many other bone deficiencies, this is the class for you!!AGES:! 18 & older!DAY:! ! Sat! ! ! TIME:!! 8:15 - 9:00 am!DATE:!! Session VI:! 09/13 - 10/18!! ! ! Session VII:!11/01 - 12/06!FEE:! ! $8!STAFF:! Cynthia H.!!Easy Does It Core Strength and Tone Easy Does It is a new class designed to strengthen & tone your core. This program is designed from beginners to seniors. Strengthen your abs & improve your posture!!AGES:! 18 & older!DAYS:! Tue & Thu! TIME:!7 - 7:45 am!DATE:!! Session VI:! 09/09 - 10/16!! ! ! Session VII:!10/28 - 12/04!FEE:! ! FREE!!STAFF:! Cynthia H.!!Wado-Ki Karate DAY:! ! Wed! ! ! TIME:!5:45 - 6:30 pm!DATE:!! Session IV:! 09/10 - 11/12!FEE:! ! $40 resident / $45 non-resident!SITE:! ! Memorial Park!STAFF:! Roger & Dotty Jerome!!Spin at Sunrise Spin is beneficial for all fitness levels. This class is an effective workout for your biceps, triceps, core, spine, glutes, quads and hamstrings. If you're looking to lose some inches & build your endurance, this is for you!!DAYS:! Mon &/or Wed! TIME:!7:15 - 7:50 am!DATE:!! Session VI:! 09/08 - 10/13 (Mon)!! ! ! ! ! ! ! 10/10 - 10/15 (Wed)!! ! ! Session VII:!10/27 - 12/01 (Mon)!! ! ! ! ! ! ! 10/29 - 12/03 (Wed)!FEE:! ! $8!SITE:! ! Sandridge Community Center!STAFF:! Cynthia H. 21

Silver Sneakers Classic Seniors, have fun & move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement & activities for daily living.!DAYS:! Mon & Wed! TIME:!8:00 - 8:45 am!DATE:!! Ongoing year-round!!FEE:! ! $1 per class / Fitness Center Members FREE!STAFF:! Mario K.!!Silver Sneakers Circuit Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular & muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout. Upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing & a ball is alternated with low-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is used for standing support, stretching & relaxation exercises. Great for seniors!!DAYS:! Mon & Wed! TIME:!9:30 - 10:30 am!DATE:!! Ongoing year-round!!FEE:! ! $1 per class / Fitness Center Members FREE!STAFF:! Mario K.!!Aqua Adult for Silver Sneakers Seniors, our trained instructor will lead low-impact aqua-aerobics. Tone muscles, shed pounds, increase core strength, improve flexibility & coordination & help reduce your susceptibility to osteoporosis.!DAY:! ! Thu! TIME:!9:00 - 10:00 am!DATE:!! Ongoing year-round!!FEE:! ! $1 per class / Fitness Center Members FREE!STAFF:! Mario K.!!Senior Exercise Class AGES:! 55 & better!DAYS:! Tue & Fri! ! TIME:!9:30 - 10:30 am!DATE:!! Ongoing year-round!!FEE:! ! FREE!!STAFF:! Effie K.

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!Fall Into Fitness with the CMPD! CMPD fitness programs are designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. Whether you want to lose weight, increase your endurance or tone up those problem areas, there’s a program to help you build a better you!!!The fee for each of our programs is $25 per 6 week session for residents. Sign up for two classes at the same time for $40 & save money! For non-residents, the fee is $30 per 6 week session, $50 for 2 programs. All programs are held at the Sandridge Fitness Center & membership is not required to take a class. For ages 18 & older. Register by one week prior to the start of each session.

Upcoming Schedule

Adult Fitness

UPCOMING!SESSIONS!

!Session VI!

09/08 - 10/18!!

Session VII!10/27 - 12/06

CLASS STAFF TIME MON TUE WED THU FRI SATAB-sessed Marisa W. 7:00 - 7:50 pmAqua Exercise Phyllis J. 7:00 - 7:50 pm

Aqua Zumba Riley R. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

HIIT Marisa W. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

Kickboxing Phyllis J. 7:00 - 7:50 pm

Spin Karen T. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

Spin Keith L. 7:30 - 8:20 pm

True Grit Ray W. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

Yoga Fran S. 9:00 - 9:50 am

Yoga Fran S. 11:00 - 11:50 am

Yoga Fran S. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

Yoga Kristina P. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

Yoga Sculpt Fran S. 6:00 - 6:50 pm

Yoga Sculpt Fran S. 11:00 - 11:50 am

Zumba Riley R. 7:00 - 7:50 pm

Session VI only

Session VII only

AB-sessed Prepare yourself for the beach this summer by getting your abs right & tight! And you'll not only get an excellent, intense abdominal & lower back workout, but you'll also challenge your other major muscle groups as well. Try it...after your first time, we're sure you'll be AB-sessed!!!Aqua Exercise Nothing beats the natural resistance of water in your workout, as you’ll discover in this unique & productive exercise class.!!Aqua Zumba Combines the energy of Zumba with the benefits of water aerobics to give you a unique workout experience.!!HIIT Take your workout to the next level with High Intensity Interval Training! HIIT is a total body, heart pumping, aerobic & strength conditioning workout. If you want to take control of your fitness & fat loss then HIIT is the class for you!!!Kickboxing Kickboxing gives you a unique workout that targets trouble areas & helps you find your fit & toned place! Step up to the challenge & a work out you won’t forget.!!Spin Pedal your way to your fitness goal in this demanding…but even more rewarding…program!!

True Grit Fitness Grit: noun \'grit\ Firmness of mind or spirit; unyielding courage in the face of resistance; perseverance; indomitable. Find & channel your inner strength in this strenuous workout program. !Yoga There are few fitness programs as complete and soothing as Yoga. It’s one of the world’s oldest arts which combine fitness with relaxation. Don’t miss this great new class!!!Yoga Sculpt A total body workout, this class is designed to tone & sculpt every major muscle group. This class compliments your regular yoga practice while boosting your metabolism & pushing your strength & flexibility to new heights, with free weights creating resistance & intensifying each pose. You will see visible results in your body!!It is recommended that you take at least a Regular Yoga class before this class. Please bring your own weights - not too heavy, not too light - enough to give you resistance during your class. !!Zumba Ditch the workout, join the party! Zumba is so much fun, you’ll forget you’re getting fit too!

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Fitness Class Descriptions

For ages 18 & Older Programs held at Sandridge Fitness Center

unless noted otherwise

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