PARKS & RECREATION NEWS

Antioch Parks & Recreation has expanded their most popular programs and due to this expansion, openings are still available in both the Camp Crayon Pre-School and Summer Day Camp Programs.

The Camp Crayon Pre-School is for children 3 and 4 years old. Children must be toilet trained before entering the program and must turn 3 by September 1st for the 3-year-old classes or 4 by September 1st for the 4-year-old classes. Class will begin during the week of September 12, 2005 and run through mid May 2006. There are 5 payment sessions throughout the year.

Summer Day Camp is designed to provide day care for children of working parents. Day Camp provides recreational activities in a safe supervised environment for children ages 4-12. Activities include local field trips, crafts, and swimming at the Antioch Pool. Day camp will run from June 7thAugust 12th, Monday-Friday. Day Camp is open from 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. There are 3 sessions this year and full week, 3 day or 2 day sessions are available. Fee’s to $25 per day for Antioch residents with a $2 per day fee for Early Birds (6- 8:30 a.m.). Non-resident fee will be slightly higher. Please stop by the Parks Office at 806 Holbek Dr. in Antioch if you are interested in registering for either program or call 847-395-2160 for more information.

ANTIOCH SENIOR CENTER NEWS 6/13 - Mon. Health Van: Preventive screenings

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. No appointment necessary. 6/10 - Fri. Toenail Clinic: Reservations needed.

Other daily or weekly programs include: Line dancing, pinochle tournaments and lessons, day trips and extended trips, bingo, bridge tournaments and lessons, AARP meetings, crafts, sing-a-long choral group, Meals on Wheels, Senior Social Services information and referral, computer services, Cribbage and Canasta games, exercise class and a daily luncheon. Any questions, please call Paul Howard at the Center at 847-395-0139.

SPECIAL EVENTS DEPARTMENT

REMINDER! The Orchard Street Extension, from Main St. to Depot Street will be closed for the Arts and Crafts Faire on Friday, June 17-Sunday, June 19. Skidmore Dr. will also be closed from Orchard St. to the last driveway out of the parking lot behind BJ's Fashion Store for Men. Business people, tenants, and deliveries will use Park Ave. to enter the access road from Skidmore Dr., Depot St. and Anita St. can be used as alternate routes. Please be patient and remember this event does benefit Antioch. The Orchard St. Extension is also scheduled to be closed on July 19-July 24 for Taste of Summer.

The Village of Antioch and the Department of Special Events would like to thank the Friends of the Wetlands, J.A.M., a youth roup from Chain O’Lakes Community Bible Church, The Nucleus, a youth group from NorthBridge Church, the Chain O’Lakes 4-H Club, Cub Scout Troop 93, the AARP ladies, and all the community volunteers that came out to help with our annual Brook Memorial Wetlands Spring Cleanup. You did a terrific job. The wetlands have never looked better!

 

INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE VOLUNTEERS THE HEART OF ANTIOCH THIS YEAR'S GRAND MARSHALS

This year the Independence Day Celebration Committee would like to honor all the wonderful volunteers of Antioch as Grand Marshal’s of the Big Parade. These volunteers can be anyone in Antioch who donates their time to support our community. Our volunteers are truly “The Heart of Antioch” and our town could not function without their support throughout the year.

We are asking the volunteer organizations in Antioch to designate someone to represent them in our parade. The State Bank of the Lakes has donated a float for the parade. The first 20 responses will ride on this float while others may walk along side. We are also asking that the representatives either wear a t-shirt with the organization logo or carry a sign or banner (no larger than 12” x 18”). If you cannot send a representative, you may send a sign to be displayed on the float.

Please call Billie Horton at the Village of Antioch's Special Events Dept. to respond or for more details at 847-395-6342.

                                                      LAWN WATERING AND SPRINKLER REGULATIONS
Village ordinance restricts exterior water usage during the high-demand summer months. The restrictions will help ensure adequate water pressure for fire safety and Antioch residents. Between June 1 and September 15, exterior water use will be restricted as follows:
• On even-numbered calendar days, even-numbered addresses may engage in exterior water use for all purposes; except between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm where exterior water use is prohibited.
• On odd-numbered calendar days, odd-numbered addresses may engage in exterior water use for all purposes; except between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm where exterior water use is prohibited.
• Property owners are prohibited from establishing new lawns by seeding or sodding during the restricted period unless using an approved alternate water source, separate from the village water supply.
• Garden hose use shall be permitted at all times for the purposes of washing cars and watering of individual plants provided a shutoff nozzle is utilized which prevents the continual discharge of water from the hose. The owner, owners or any person or persons that are in actual control of the premises where a violation of this Chapter has occurred shall be fined as follows:
• First violation in one calendar year: Written warning, no fine;
• Second violation in one calendar year: $50 fine; • Third and each subsequent violation in one calendar year: $100 fine;
• Each and every day that a violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense.
If you have any questions, please contact the Village of Antioch Public Works Department at 847-395-1881.

ANTIOCH TOWNSHIP NEWS Life Line Screening - Protect Your Health - Protect Your Life Where: Antioch Township Office When: Thursday, July 21, 2005 Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-697-9693

Secretary of State - Rules of the Road Course

Where: Antioch Township Office When: June 24, 2005 Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am

ANTIOCH FIREMAN'S PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUND RAISER

The Antioch Firefighters Assoc. is hosting it's 11th Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, June 26th from 7:00 a.m.-noon at the Fire Station on Orchard St. Your generous support of our past fund raisers has allowed us, with the help of the village and District, to purchase necessary equipment used for the safety of our community and firefighters. Money raised also helps support our efforts for public education. Each year during Fire Prevention Month, firefighters visit nine area schools, kindergarten - 5th grade, to teach fire safety.

The Antioch Firefighter's Assoc. will be showcasing the fire station and equipment that was purchased with your tax dollars and generous donations. The Fire Prevention Bureau will be demonstrating some basic fire safety for all.

Pancake Breakfast Tickets are $6 for Adults, $4 for children (6-12) and Senior Citizens and children 5 and under are free. Raffle tickets are also available for $1 each or 6 for $5. For more information, please call 847-395-5511.

CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK

The Antioch Fire Department is hosting a Car Seat Safety Check in conjunction with the Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, June 26th from 9:00 a.m.-noon. The check will be conducted in front of the Public Works Building on Depot Street (just down the street from the Fire Station).

SIX FLAGS GREAT AMERICA TICKETS

As a community service, Six Flags Great America tickets can once again be purchased at the Parks and Recreation Office at 806 Holbek Dr. The Parks Office will sell adult tickets at a cost of $ 33.50, child tickets (under 54”) $29.50 and Two Day General Admission Tickets at $49.00. Children 3 and under are free. This is a great way to avoid the long ticket lines at the park and also getting your tickets at a much lower cost.

 

WASTE MANAGEMENT SPRING CLEAN-UP

Spring Clean up will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2005 this year; please see below for the list of acceptable and non-acceptable items: Acceptable Items: · Household debris from basement, toys, boxes, old clothing and flood damaged items. · Couches, chairs, desks, outdoor furniture, bars and stools, dressers, beds, tables and televisions. · Outdoor entertainment items, Charcoal grills, patio furniture, old pool tools, kids pools and umbrellas · Yard equipment, tools, lawnmowers if drained, snow blowers if drained, leaf blowers if drained. · Seasonal items, camping gear, boating equipment, decorations, sports equipment, bikes and winter gear. Non-Acceptable Items: · Yard waste, including grass clippings, leaves, brush, and tree material · Household refuse, garbage · Rocks, concrete and construction materials including roofing materials and lumber · Large appliances such as freezers, refrigerators, stoves, washing machines, dryers, etc. even if broken up, cut up, crushed, or flattened · Any type of metal post, pipe, swing set, antenna, etc. · Tires or cans of paint · Any items that could be recycled in our curbside recycling program.

PM&L THEATRE

Sweeney Todd by Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler moved onto the PM&L Stage, 887 Main St., Antioch on Friday, May 27 at 8:00 pm. Remaining show dates are June, 3, 4, 10 and 11 at 8:00 pm and May 29, June 5 and 12 at 2:30 pm. Call 847-395-3055 for reservations. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and high school students. Because of adult content it is not recommended for young children.

Auditions for the comedy The Nerd by Larry Shue will be held at the PM&L Theatre on Tuesday June 7 and Wednesday June 8 at the PM&L Theatre, 877 Main St., Antioch, IL. There are rolls for 5 men, 2 women and a 10 year old boy.

Gigi Willding of Ingleside is director. The show will be given weekends of July 22-August 7. For further information call 847-344-1251.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show, PM&L Theatre is presenting a live celebration of the cult classic’s music, directed by and adapted for PM&L by Terry O’Brien of Lake Villa.

The two performances of “A Celebration of the Rocky Horror Music” will be on Friday, June 17 at

8:00 pm and Saturday, June 18 at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $10. Although audiences members will be restricted from bringing outside props or participation items, a $5 goodie-bag will be available for purchase. The goodie-bag will include props and an audience participation guide.

Call 847-395-1333 for reservations.

FALL SOFTBALL LEAGUE INTEREST

If anyone is interested in an adult Softball League possibly starting in August, please call the Parks Office at 847-395-2160. If there is enough interest, we would like to form a league this fall at Williams Park. Must be 18 or older.

Also, if anyone is interested in an Adult Volleyball League, please call the Parks Office at 847-395-2160.

SWEET ADELINES CONCERT

The public is invited to attend a free concert given by the Westosha Lakes Chorus, the Antioch chapter of Sweet Adelines International. The concert will be held Thursday, June 9th at 8:00 p.m. at the Antioch VFW Hall, 75 North Ave.

Westosha Lakes Chorus competes annually in a regional contest that includes Sweet Adelines choruses from Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and Iowa, this year held in May. Contest pieces as well as other women's barbershop songs will be performed. For more information, please call Chrystl at 262-862-6603.

ANTIOCH FINE ARTS FOUNDATION GALLERY

Antioch Fine Arts Foundation Gallery hosts a free acoustic folk music song circle on the second Saturday of every month from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Come enjoy an afternoon of music and fine art by local artists at 983 Main St. in Antioch. For more information call 847-838-2274.

SWALCO HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL WASTE COLLECTIONS CONTINUE IN JUNE IN GRAYSLAKE AND DEERFIELD

The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, IL (SWALCO) has begun their Household Chemical Waste (HCW) collection program to help residents dispose of their chemical wastes safely and conveniently. Latex paint is no longer accepted at HCW collections. These free events are open to Illinois residents ONLY (but people do not need to reside in the collection community in order to participate). Collections take place from 8:00 AM to

2:30 PM.June 4 - Grayslake College of Lake County Parking Lot #6 Use Brae Loch Road entrance from Highway 45 June 25 Deerfield High School 1959 N. Waukegan Road (Highway 43) A variety of common household materials can

be brought to a HCW collection day, including: oil-based paints, used motor oil, mercury solvents, paint remover, antifreeze, aerosol products, metal polishes, insecticides, old gasoline, hobby chemicals, pool chemicals, weed killer, fluorescent bulbs, household cleaners, household batteries, mercury (including thermometers and thermostats).

Business, institutional and commercial wastes, explosives (such as fireworks and ammunition), propane tanks, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, agricultural chemicals, medical wastes, and Latex paint will not be accepted at any of the agency's HCW events. Tires and lead acid batteries (auto and boat batteries) are also not accepted at these collections. These items can be recycled at any retail outlet that sells them.

To help residents dispose of Latex paint, SWALCO provides bags of crushed corn cobs at various locations around Lake County. Crushed corn cobs are very absorbent, and can dry out a can of paint in as little as 30 minutes. After equal parts of paint and crushed corn cobs are mixed together and allowed to dry, the cans of paint can be disposed of with the rest of the resident's trash.

There will be collections in other parts of the county throughout the year. Residents can call the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County at (847) 3369340 or check the agency's website (www.swalco.org) for further information about the HCW collection events and the availability of crushed corn cobs for Latex paint disposal.

 

ANTIOCH PARKS CO-OP FUNDRAISER

The Antioch Parks Coop which is a cooperative group made up of both Village and Township representatives is sponsoring a raffle to benefit construction of the Tim Osmond Sports Park which will be built on Depot Street in Antioch. This Sports Park will include fields for all area sports programs such as Viking Football, Antioch Youth Little League, Antioch Youth Baseball and Antioch AYSO.

Raymond Chevrolet has donated a beautiful yellow 2004 Convertible SSR and each ticket includes a $10 off oil change at Raymond Chevrolet. Tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100 and are available at Antioch Parks & Recreation Office at 806 Holbek Dr., Antioch Village Hall at 874 Main St., Antioch Township Hall at 1625 Deep Lake Rd., State Bank of the Lakes, First National Bank Employee Owned and Raymond Chevrolet. Checks should be made out to Antioch Parks Coop.

Drawing will be held at the Lions Club Chicken BBQ on August 7th, 2005. Winner is responsible for all taxes, license and titling fees for the Chevrolet SSR.

COMMUNITY TELECARE

If you live alone or are a shut-in, you might like a daily check up call from Community Telecare. This service is free and is staffed by volunteers. If you or someone you know would like to use this service, please contact Carol at 847-395-2240 or Bev at 847-395-0897.

ANTIOCH VFW BINGO

The Antioch VFW sponsors Bingo every Tuesday night. Open to the public. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:45 p.m. Pull tabs are available. Lightning game available as well. mailto:socialjusticeofc@aol.com.

A.A.R.P. MEETING

Antioch A.A.R.P. Chapter 387 meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at the Antioch Senior Center at 817 Holbek Dr. in Antioch. For more information, please call Sharon at 847-395-5068.

ANTIOCH KIWANIS

Kiwanis Club of Antioch meets at the Double Eagle restaurant in Antioch every Tuesday at noon. Kiwanis is about “Serving The Children in our Community”. Come join us, and have the opportunity to share your experience, knowledge and service project ideas. For more information on Kiwanis Club of Antioch please call Melissa at 847-486-8044 or e-mail her at mjrigoni@hotmail.com or Jennifer at 847-838-6391.

 

FIBROMYALGIA/CHRONIC FATIGUE SUPPORT

 The Advocates for FMS meets the first Saturday of each month at 884 Main Street (Rte. 83) in Antioch from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Please join us for a free, informative session and feel free to bring a spouse, or for more info, call 847-362-7807. Also, check our TOPS meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held at the more information, please call Dorothy at 847-395-7407 or Betty at 847-838-3907.
 

YWCA OF LAKE COUNTY FREE MAMMOGRAMS The YWCA of Lake County ENCOREplus provides breast and cervical cancer education services as well as free and low cost mammograms, free clinical breast exams, scheduling assistance, transportation, childcare and other supportive early detection screening tests. Our participants are mostly minority women with little access to medical services. services, please call 847-662-4247. The Antioch Fire Department is now offering call the Antioch Fire Department at 847-395-5511.

A COLLECTION & DISTRIBUTION CENTER use, we'll collect them. If you know of a family in need, we'll distribute to them. Some of the items we have many other items. If donating clothing, please make sure that all clothes are clean. The Distribution Center is at Distinctive Signs which is located at 43420 N. Rte. 45 in Antioch. Please call Jeff at 847-assistance or to donate food call Kathy at the Open CCI, an Illinois based exchange program, is looking for individuals and families to host a foreign exchange student for either a semester or for the home and heart to a student at exchange.com or contact Marge at 888-488-4056. friend or family member along. To make a reservation website www.AFFTER.org mailto:info@AFFTER.org TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Wednesday. Weigh-ins start at 6:30 p.m. and Antioch Senior Center at 817 Holbek in Antioch. For services to women that may not receive life saving For more information concerning these CHILD SAFETY SEAT CHECKS free child safety seat checks. For more information, THE GOOD SAMARITAN If you have any items that a family in need could are: Coats, Outerwear, Clothes, Linens, Toys, and 395-7217 for more information. For Food Pantry Arms Mission Food Pantry at 847-395-0309. CENTER FOR CULTURAL INTERCHANGE school year. Find out more on how you can open your www.cci-exchange.com or contact Marge at 888-488-4056.

OPEN ARMS MISSION FOOD PANTRY

Open Arms Mission is now located at 1548 S. Main Street (Route 83) in Antioch. The food pantry is open to all residents of Antioch, Lake Villa and Lindenhurst. Hours of operation are every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:30 pm.

Our Mother Teresa Home is a residence in Antioch that supports women and children who need temporary housing. Through dedicated volunteers, a program is specifically developed for each individual’s unique situation. We assist with mentoring and counseling to help prepare for the next phase of their lives.

Cash donations are most appreciated at this time as donations run low during the summer months. Food collection barrels are located at all 3 Village Halls. How about running a food drive at your office or perhaps a bake sale or car wash? We are open to all suggestions. When making a donation, feel free to specify if the funds are to be used for the food pantry, Mother Teresa Home or general operating expenses.

Open Arms is your community outreach program assisting over 400 neighbors each week, including children, elderly and homebound neighbors. We are 100% volunteer and solely supported by community involvement. Thank you for helping make a difference, one neighbor at a time. All donations are tax deductible. Our mailing address is Open Arms Mission, P.O. Box 79, Antioch, IL 60002. For further information, please call 847-395-0309.

ST. IGNATIUS RUMMAGE AND CRAFT SALE

St Ignatius of Antioch church will be having a Rummage and Craft Sale on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 10 to 12. The sale will include rummage items, handmade craft items, baked goods and garden plants. Hours will be Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 11

a.m. to 3 p.m.

In addition to the sale St Ignatius is also conducting a boat raffle of a donated 1998 Capri Bayliner Runabout- Model 1750. Raffle tickets are $15 each, 4 tickets for $50 or 10 tickets for $100. Ten “second” prizes will be also drawn; each valued at $50. Additionally, there will be a 50/50 raffle.

The boat raffle will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2005. Raffle ticket holders do not have to be present in order to win.

Additionally, the public is welcomed to join the church for an outdoor mass at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday of that weekend.

St Ignatius is located at the intersection of Depot Rd and Deep Lake Roads at 500 W. Depot Road in Antioch. For more information call (847) 395-0652.

ST. PETER'S 46TH ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE

Ready to do your Spring Cleaning? St. Peter's 46th Annual Rummage Sale wants your donations. Quality donations in good repair will be accepted June 13th thru noon June 18th. We especially appreciate antiques, jewelry, designer clothing, fine furniture, household items, beautiful toys and books in excellent condition. Through the generosity of our volunteers, limited pick-ups will be available. To schedule a pick up or to volunteer please contact Melissa Rapp, Rummage Sale Coordinator at 847-395-7712 or stpetersale@sbcglobal.net

We are unable to accept the following: soiled, torn, mildewed, and broken items, chemicals, tires, mattresses and sleeper sofas, unframed mirrors, glass, and glass aquariums, anything mildewed, wall-to-wall carpet and carpet pads, magazines, text books, and old encyclopedias, broken or torn furniture and moldy garden furniture, non-working electronics of any kind, large-screen and console televisions, used building materials, wire hangers.

St. Peter Parish 46th Annual Rummage Sale will take place June 23rd, 24th, & 25th.

NORTHBRIDGE CHURCH BIKE TRIP

Northbridge Church has been sponsoring a bike club for the past two years and would like to open it up to everyone in the community. They ride every Tuesday evening. They meet at 6:00 p.m. Rides are 18-25 miles depending on daylight. Helmets are required. Get out and tour the local area with other bikers. For more details and meeting place, call Dan or Debbie at 847-395-5751.

MONDAY EVENING WORSHIP SERVICES RESUME
    Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church will be resuming 7:00pm Monday worship services for the summer. The services will begin on Monday, May 30 (Memorial Day) and will continue until Monday, September 5 (Labor Day). The Monday evening worship services will be conducted in the Antioch/Lake Villa Township Center (1625 Deep Lake Rd.) where the members of Beautiful Savior also conduct their 9:00am Sunday worship services. For more information, please contact Pastor Darald Gruen at 847-265-2450. The congregation is affiliated with the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. Under God’s grace, the members of the congregation will soon begin construction of their first church building on Deep Lake Rd. just south of Hwy. 173.

 

COMMUNITY FAMILY FUN FAIR

Faith Lutheran Church and School presents a Community Family Fun Fair to be held on June 11th at our Main Street location just south of Hwy 173. The event will be from 11:30 to 6:30, with a devotional service following. We have planned activities and fun for all ages. There will be crafts, puppeteers, face painting, games, volleyball, hoops contests, great food and live music! All are welcome to share a day of fun and fellowship celebrating God's love to us and our community!

PARENTS DAY OUT REGISTRATION

Registration for Parents Day Out, located in the Antioch United Methodist Church, 848 Main Street, is now underway for our Fall session. You may enroll your child by calling our office (847) 395-l362. Our Director, Tina, is happy to answer your inquiries.

Parents Day Out is an outreach ministry of the Antioch United Methodist Church to the members of our community, providing preschool age children (ages one year to kindergarten) with a safe, nurturing environment within a Christian enrichment program in which to grow, learn and develop spiritually, intellectually and socially.

We are in session in accordance with the Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 calendar year, observing the same session dates, holidays and school closings.

Since we are a part time program (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) from 9AM till 2 PM, each child may attend a maximum of two sessions each week.

Additional information is available at (847) 395l362.

ACHS SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS
Antioch Community High School will once again be offering Summer Sports Camps. The following camps will be available: Boys Basketball, Cheerleading, Girls Volleyball, Girls Basketball, Tennis for boys and girls, Girls Soccer, Boys Soccer, Boys Baseball, Football, Field Hockey, Dance, Boys Volleyball, Girls & Boys Golf. Summer Camp dates, information and registration forms may be down loaded from the Summer Sports Camp link at www.sequoits.com or may be picked up at the Antioch Community High School Athletic Department, your school office or the Antioch Parks Office. If you have any questions, call Steve Schoenfelder, ACHS Athletic Director at 847-838-7630.

 

UPCOMING PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS

IMPORTANT!! PLEASE REGISTER FOR ALL CLASSES AT LEAST 1 WEEK BEFORE START DATE TO AVOID

CANCELLATION OF CLASS!!

The following classes will be coming up soon. Please call the Parks Office at 847-395-2160 for more information on the classes listed below or stop by the Parks Office at 806 Holbek Dr. for a detailed brochure.

DANCE ACADEMY - Parent /Tot children will learn to follow music and have fun with the assistance of parent. Ages 16 mo.-3 yrs. Session 2: Mondays 7/25-8/29, Time 9-9:30 a.m., Fee: $47/57.

 

Preschool Tap & Ballet (ages 3-4 years old): Class held at Dance Academy from 9:45-10:30 a.m. on Mondays. Session 2: 7/25-8/29. Fee: $52/57.

 

Teen Hip-Hop Workshop: Learn to dance in the style of the music video stars of today. Ages 8-12, Time: 6- 6:45 p.m. Ages 13 and up, Time: 6:45-7:30

p.m. Classes held on M/W/Th, Session 1: 6/20, 6/22 & 6/23. Session 2: 7/25, 7/27 & 7/28. Fee: $35/40.

SHOTOKAN KARATE - Many Shotokan Karate classes are available for children beginning at age 3 all the way up to adults. Classes offered: Lil' Dragons (3-5 yrs.), Lil' Tigers (5-8 yrs.), Beginner/Intermediate 1 & 2, Advanced Mixed, Adult Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced Class, Beginning Kobudo, Strength & Conditioning Class, Advanced Kata Class, Tournament Training, and Cardio-Kickboxing. All classes held at the Parks Building at 806 Holbek Dr. Please call 847-395- 2160 or 847-395-5424 or more information.

HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS - at Windance Acres, 803 Cedar Lake Rd. in Lake Villa. Indoor and outdoor arena. Wednesdays from 4-5:00 p.m. Session 3: 6/8-6/29 Fee: $120/130.

PILATES - Mat class taught by certified fitness instructor Jan Fenske. Designed to restore muscular balance and improve overall body strength. Bring a towel and a mat. 4- week session. Held at the Parks Building on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Session 3: 6/8-6/29 and Session 4: 7/6-7/27, Fees: $40/45.

YOGA -Class provides a gentle and systematic approach to basic postures, breathing and relaxation techniques. Bring your own mat and yoga blocks. Held at Parks Building on Mondays 7:15-8:15 p.m. Session. 3: 6/6-6/27 and Session 4: 7/11- 8/1. Fees: $40/45.

YOGA/PILATES FUSION -A blend of Pilates and Yoga. 4-week session. Held at Parks Building on Thursday mornings from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Session 3: 6/9- 6/30 and Session 4: 7/7 - 7/28. Fees: $40/45.

BASKET WEAVING-Silverware Caddy: Though this basket was designed to hold silverware with its divided interior, it can be used to organize any assortment of items. Basket has wood handle and divider with four spaces. You may individualize your basket with an array of weaving materials in different colors and textures that will be available at this class. Date: Tuesday, 6/21, 6:30- 9:30 p.m. Fee: $30/35.

GYMNASTICS ZONE -Play & Learn, Parent/Tot Class: Gymnastics Class for 18 months to 3 years old. Parent participates with child. 4 week sessions. Session 3: Tuesdays 9 - 9:40 a.m., 6/14-7/5 Fee: $33/38.

Pre-School Gymnastics: For children 4-5 years old. Child learns to adjust to group situation and relating to peers. Basic tumbling skills and activities on the gymnastics equipment. Session 3: Tuesdays 9:40-10:30 a.m., 6/14-7/5, Fee: $33/38.

Beginning Gymnastics: Physical fitness through gymnastics activities. Tumbling, balance beam, uneven bars and vaulting are included. For children ages 6-9 yrs. Session 2: Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m., 4 weeks 6/14-7/5 Fee: $37/42.

ALL AMERICAN YOUTH ACTIVITIES OF IL, CHEERLEADING CLASS: A recreational cheerleading/pompon program offered to children ages 4-15. Learn the newest cheers, chants and dances. Will also teach basic fundamentals of cheerleading such as motion technique, voice control, jumps, tryout preparation and stunts. Class held at Parks Building on Wednesdays, June 8th - August 10th, Ages 4 -8 at 2:00- 2:45 p.m., Ages 9-15 at 3:00-3:45 p.m. Fee: $55/60.

COURT ACES TENNIS LESSONS: Tennis Lessons for children ages 8 and up which will cover all areas of the games. Held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Centennial Park. Beginner Ages 8 and up Time: 1-2 p.m. Beg./Int. Time: 2-3 p.m. , Adv. Beginner & up: Ages: 15-up: Session 1: T & Th. - 8 classes 6/7-6/30. Fee: $75/80. Session 2: T & Th. 6 classes 7/12-7/28. Fee: $60/65.

GOLF LESSONS AT ANTIOCH GOLF CLUB: Group golf lessons taught by PGA professional, Vince Juarez and PGA apprentices. Participants will learn the basic fundamentals. 3 week classes for adults and children 7 15. Youth Classes: Session 1, 6/13-6/27, Session 2, 7/11-7/25, Mondays, Time: 5- 6:00 p.m. or 6-7:00 p.m. Adult Classes: Session 1, 6/15- 6/29, Session 2, 7/13-7/27, Wednesdays, Time: 6-7:00 p.m. Fees: $45/50.

WHITE SOX TRAINING CENTER: Grass roots approach to nurturing a lifelong love for the greatest game on earth. Focus on throwing, hitting, bunting, fielding, pitching, and running. Throughout the week teachings will be reinforced by using fun skill games. Also includes Membership in the Silver and Black Pack, the Official Youth Fan Club of the White Sox, A pair of tickets to 3 White Sox Games, Training Center Hat, bag and T-Shirt. Location: Williams Park. For boys and girls ages: 7 12 yrs., Time: 8-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, 6/27-7/1. Fee: $179. Register at Parks Office by cash or check or through the White Sox Training Center by credit card by calling 630-752-9225.

5 STAR SPORTS: A company that was founded by five coaches who have a true love of kids and sports. We give children skills and confidence to exceed in sports and everything else. All classes meet at Williams Park Pavillion area. Classes are held on Wednesdays for 5 weeks from June 15 - July 13. Fees: $30/35. Classes available: Family Olympics for ages 2-3 yrs. with parent. 9-9:45 a.m., Mini Olympics for ages 4-6 yrs. 10-10:45 a.m., Junior Olympics for 1st & 2nd graders 11:00-noon, 3rd & 4th graders from 1-2:00 p.m., 5th and 6th graders from 2-3:00 p.m., Volleyball for 7th & 8th graders from 3-4:00 p.m.

BEST DEFENSE OF ILLINOIS: Safety Skills & Self-Defense for Kids “What Every Child Should Know!” Stranger-danger, bullies, the Internet and other real-world hazards . . . help your child manage scary situations and gain self-confidence. Includes 25 discussion topics and 25 simple, practical, self-defense maneuvers taught in a fun, non-threatening way by a certified instructor. Illustrated Home Study Guide, Certificated and Poster included. Parents welcome to observe free. Ages 5 and up. 3 week session on Tuesdays at Parks Building. 6/14-6/28 Time: 11:30-12:15 p.m. Fee: $50/55

PLAYTIME IN THE PARK: This fun, summertime class is for preschool age children who will explore a different park each week with Miss Debbie (Foerster) and Miss Carol (Richter) from our Camp Crayon Program. There will be time for play, songs, stories, and snack provided. Ages 4-5 yrs. 4 week session on Mondays. 1st class will meet at Centennial Park and a schedule will be distributed at that time. 6/6- 6/27 Time: 10-11:30 a.m. Fee: $40/50

MARK MILLER'S MUNCHKIN TENNIS: Instructor Mark Miller uses a unique style of teaching tennis to young children. Hand-eye coordination drills and fun games are emphasized in a relaxed environment for parents and their children. Over the past years Miller's program has appeared on ABC, NBC, WGN, and CLTV. Your children will learn the key building blocks to playing a great game of tennis. Ages 3-5. 8 week session on Saturdays at Centennial Park. 6/18-8/6 Time: 9-9:30 a.m. Fee: $102/107

PROMISING PICASSOS: Basic Drawing Class: This is a drawing class unlike any other. Younger children will work on fine motor development and organizational skills, while older children will receive training in fundamental drawing techniques and creative expression. All material provided. Ages: 4-6. 4 week session on Thursdays at Parks Building. 7/7-7/28 Time: 9-9:45 a.m. Fee: $30/35. Ages: 7-12. 4 week session on Thursdays at the Parks Building. 7/7-7/28 Time: 10-11 a.m. Fee: $30/35

Summer Nature Drawing Camp: This camp offers a little bit of everything! Weather permitting, we will go outdoors one day to bring nature into our drawings. Trees, Flowers, Plants … Other days will be spent indoors learning pastels and creating theme pictures. Emphasis will be on color, shading, and style. All material provided. Ages 6 - 13. 1 week session on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the Parks Building. 6/21 - 6/23 Time: 11 - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $37/42

Superheroes Drawing Camp: The super villains are threatening the earth and more than one superhero may be needed to battle the threat. Get your pencils, crayons, colored pencils, and markers to help the superheroes fight for truth, justice and freedom. All material provided. 1 week session on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the Parks Building. 6/21 - 6/23 Time: 9 - 10:30 a.m. Fee: $32/37

Horse Drawing Camp: In this class, children will learn how to easily approach this seemingly difficult to draw subject. This class is taught in such a way that all horse lovers can finally be successful in drawing one of their favorite subjects. Pastels and colored pencils are used over our three day camp. All materials provided. 1 week session on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the Parks Building. 8/2 - 8/4 Time: 9 - 10:30 a.m. Fee: $32/37

July classes include: Britannia Soccer Camp 7/11 -7/15 and Chicago Bulls Camp 7/18 -7/22.

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