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Childrens Programs - Athletics

INTERMEDIATE TAE KWON DO
 

For the slightly more advanced martial arts enthusiast. Participants will learn to improve their overall coordination, power of concentration, balance and physical and mental discipline. Please come to the first class in loose fitting clothing.

Program Code: 9820
Location: Dance Room Fee: $63(R)/$63(N)
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5Y - 18Y Tue 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 9/7/2010-11/23/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 9985
Location: Dance Room Fee: $63(R)/$63(N)
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5Y - 18Y Tue 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 12/7/2010-2/22/2011 Tell a Friend!

TAE KWON DO-Beginner
 

Here's a great opportunity to improve concentration and self-esteem while learning self-defense skills. This learn at your own pace class will teach hand and foot techniques in a safe and well supervised setting.. Please come to the first class in loose fitting clothing

Program Code: 9818
Location: Dance Room Fee: $63(R)/$63(N)
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5Y - 18Y Tue 6:00 PM-7:00 PM 9/7/2010-11/23/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 9983
Location: Dance Room Fee: $63(R)/$63(N)
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5Y - 18Y Tue 6:00 PM-7:00 PM 12/7/2010-2/22/2011 Tell a Friend!

Childrens Programs - Classes

Beginning Guitar Lessons
 

Guitar FUN-damentals provides high quality instruction in a friendly format that stresses having fun, as well as learning! In Beginning Guitar I the students will learn basic chordw, sight readling and songs. Must have own guitar - can be purchased at Target, Toys R Us or directly from T.D. Clark before 1st day of class. Price includes book & lessons.

Program Code: 10019
Location: Dance Room Fee: $139(R)/$139(N)
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7Y - 12Y Mon 5:00 PM-6:00 PM 9/13/2010-11/1/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10020
Location: Dance Room Fee: $139(R)/$139(N)
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7Y - 12Y Mon 5:00 PM-6:00 PM 11/8/2010-12/27/2010 Tell a Friend!

Beginning Guitar Lessons II
 

Guitar FUN-damentals provides high quality instruction in a friendly format that stresses having fun, as well as learning! In Guitar II the students continue to build on the skills learned in Beginning Guitar I. They will learn more advanced chords, sight readling and songs than book 1 but in the same fun format. Must have own guitar - can be purchased at Target, Toys R Us or directly from T.D. Clark before 1st day of class. Price includes book II & lessons.

Program Code: 10021
Location: Dance Room Fee: $139(R)/$139(N)
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7Y - 14Y Mon 6:00 PM-7:00 PM 9/13/2010-11/1/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10022
Location: Dance Room Fee: $139(R)/$139(N)
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7Y - 14Y Mon 6:00 PM-7:00 PM 11/8/2010-12/27/2010 Tell a Friend!

Cooking Classes by Young Chefs Academy Calling all Wizards and Muggles
 

Get ready to take part in some fun, interactive cooking workshops! While learning food preparation skills is the main ingredient, each class adds a heap of kitchen safety, a scoop of etiquette, a handful of table setting, a pinch of menu planning and laughter to taste! Students will prepare and taste all the menu items at the end of class and receive copies of the recipes.

Program Code: 10078
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $25(R)/$25(N)
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7Y and up Wed 3:30 PM-5:00 PM 10/20/2010 Tell a Friend!

Cooking Classes by Young Chefs Academy Easy as Pie: Adult/Child Workshop
 

Get ready to take part in some fun, interactive cooking workshops! While learning food preparation skills is the main ingredient, each class adds a heap of kitchen safety, a scoop of etiquette, a handful of table setting, a pinch of menu planning and laughter to taste! Students will prepare and taste all the menu items at the end of class and receive copies of the recipes.

Program Code: 10079
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $35(R)/$35(N)
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7Y and up Wed 3:30 PM-5:00 PM 11/17/2010 Tell a Friend!

Cooking Classes by Young Chefs Academy Gingerbread House Building Adult/Child Workshop
 

Get ready to take part in some fun, interactive cooking workshops! While learning food preparation skills is the main ingredient, each class adds a heap of kitchen safety, a scoop of etiquette, a handful of table setting, a pinch of menu planning and laughter to taste! Students will prepare and taste all the menu items at the end of class and receive copies of the recipes.

Program Code: 10080
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $25(R)/$25(N)
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7Y and up Wed 5:30 PM-6:30 PM 12/15/2010 Tell a Friend!

Cooking Classes by Young Chefs Academy Gingerbread House Building: Adult/Child Workshop
 

Get ready to take part in some fun, interactive cooking workshops! While learning food preparation skills is the main ingredient, each class adds a heap of kitchen safety, a scoop of etiquette, a handful of table setting, a pinch of menu planning and laughter to taste! Students will prepare and taste all the menu items at the end of class and receive copies of the recipes.

Program Code: 10081
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $25(R)/$25(N)
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7Y and up Wed 6:45 PM-7:45 PM 12/15/2010 Tell a Friend!

Cooking Classes by Young Chefs Academy It's a Chili Cook Off
 

Get ready to take part in some fun, interactive cooking workshops! While learning food preparation skills is the main ingredient, each class adds a heap of kitchen safety, a scoop of etiquette, a handful of table setting, a pinch of menu planning and laughter to taste! Students will prepare and taste all the menu items at the end of class and receive copies of the recipes.

Program Code: 10077
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $25(R)/$25(N)
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7Y and up Wed 3:30 PM-5:00 PM 9/15/2010 Tell a Friend!

Guitar Boot Camp
 

Guitar FUN-damentals will provide a Guitar Boot Camp that will teach chords, scales, and some basic music theory to get the students playing quickly. Emphasis on learning chord sequences so the student can play some popular songs. Must have own guitar - can be purchased at Target, Toys R Us or directly from T.D. Clark before 1st day of class. Price includes book & lessons.

Program Code: 10023
Location: Dance Room Fee: $139(R)/$139(N)
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13Y and up Mon 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 9/13/2010-11/1/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10024
Location: Dance Room Fee: $139(R)/$139(N)
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13Y and up Mon 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 11/8/2010-12/27/2010 Tell a Friend!

Look At Me!
 

Seperation anxiety is hard for your little one! This class focuses on interaction with parents & tots during circle time and a carft. The second half of the class the parent will leave the classroom giving their child an opportunity to explore on their own, enhancing their independence and social skills. This is a wonderful opportunity for children that will soon be going to preschool. No class on Nov 25th

Program Code: 10013
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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2Y - 3Y Thu 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 9/16/2010-10/7/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10014
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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2Y - 3Y Thu 10:45 AM-11:30 AM 10/21/2010-11/11/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10015
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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2Y - 3Y Thu 10:45 AM-11:30 AM 11/18/2010-12/16/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10016
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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2Y - 3Y Sat 10:45 AM-11:30 AM 9/11/2010-10/2/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10017
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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2Y - 3Y Sat 10:45 AM-11:30 AM 10/16/2010-11/6/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10018
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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2Y - 3Y Sat 10:45 AM-11:30 AM 11/20/2010-12/11/2010 Tell a Friend!

PartyCakes Workshop - Bell Bottom Jeans
 

PartyCakes PartyCakes is a unique new cake decorating class. At the workshop children will be decorating a 3-D shaped cake and each child will be bringing home their creation in a bakery box. Each workshop is a different theme. BELL BOTTOM JEANS: It’s back to school for another year and you need to look cool. We will make a pair of retro Bell Bottom Jeans from brownies iced in Butter Cream Frosting. Possibly you prefer your jeans a lighter shade so you will be able to create your own special color blend. A candy belt and pocket will be added. You will also design your own edible patch. One size fits all. Machine washing not recommended.

Program Code: 10096
Location: Meeting Room 1 All Ages Fee: $14(R)/$14(N)
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NA Thu 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 9/23/2010 Tell a Friend!

PartyCakes Workshop - Fall Into Fondant
 

PartyCakes PartyCakes is a unique new cake decorating class. At the workshop children will be decorating a 3-D shaped cake and each child will be bringing home their creation in a bakery box. Each workshop is a different theme. You will be rolling out different colored fondant and make your own edible cake centerpiece adorned with chocolate harvest leaves that will be the talk of the table. Bring it along for Thanksgiving dinner or devour it beforehand. The choice is yours.

Program Code: 10098
Location: Meeting Room 1 All Ages Fee: $14(R)/$14(N)
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NA Tue 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 11/23/2010 Tell a Friend!

PartyCakes Workshop - Polar Bear Snow Globes
 

PartyCakes PartyCakes is a unique new cake decorating class. At the workshop children will be decorating a 3-D shaped cake and each child will be bringing home their creation in a bakery box. Each workshop is a different theme. POLAR BEAR SNOW GLOBE: There is something magical about snow globes and this one is no different. You will start out with a large chocolate chip muffin frosted with Butter Cream Frosting. Your muffin will be embellished with an tasty ribbon and a fondant Polar Bear, molded by you. Of course no Snow Globe is complete without snow so it will be added for a special effect. Each bear will be kept warm by an edible scarf and will be holding a cola bottle. The completed project will be placed on a lace doily and covered with a snow dome.

Program Code: 10099
Location: Meeting Room 1 All Ages Fee: $14(R)/$14(N)
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NA Thu 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 12/2/2010 Tell a Friend!

PartyCakes Workshop - Vampires and Werewolves
 

PartyCakes PartyCakes is a unique new cake decorating class. At the workshop children will be decorating a 3-D shaped cake and each child will be bringing home their creation in a bakery box. Each workshop is a different theme. Don’t be afraid of this frightful duo. A Vampire Pound Cake that you will certainly “dig your teeth” into combined with a “Devils Food” Werewolf cupcake. We didn’t forget the full moon. This project is not for the faint of heart.

Program Code: 10097
Location: Meeting Room 1 All Ages Fee: $14(R)/$14(N)
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NA Wed 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 10/27/2010 Tell a Friend!

Preschool Cooking Classes
 

KinderCooks is a Young Chefs Academy program designed to accommodate our 'chefs in training' ages 4-6. It incorporates recipes, age-appropriate culinary skills, basic nutrition, literature, and movement into a 1 ½ hour class, paced for the preschool attention span. The curriculum is prepared by our highly trained staff in 4 week units and will consist of age appropriate themes. Our 'Lunch Bunch' Classes meet Mondays 11:20-12:50 PM and includes light lunch in addition to weekly recipe preparation! Session 1 is Shape it Up! Session 2 is All Things Thanksgiving! Session 3 is Holiday Friends!

Program Code: 10082
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $85(R)/$85(N)
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4Y - 6Y Mon 12:20 PM-12:50 PM 9/13/2010-10/4/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10083
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $85(R)/$85(N)
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4Y - 6Y Mon 12:20 PM-12:50 PM 10/25/2010-11/15/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10084
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $85(R)/$85(N)
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4Y - 6Y Mon 12:20 PM-12:50 PM 11/29/2010-12/20/2010 Tell a Friend!

Wiggles & Giggles
 

Parents & Children come and shake 'your sillies' out as we spend the first half of our class playing games, making a craft and sharing a favorite story. The second half of the class we will spend outside or in the gym 'monking around on owr various equipment. What a great opportunity for parents & children to meet new freinds. No Class on November 27th.

Program Code: 10007
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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18M - 36M Tue 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 9/14/2010-10/5/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10008
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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18M - 36M Sat 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 9/11/2010-10/2/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10009
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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18M - 36M Tue 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 10/19/2010-11/9/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10010
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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18M - 36M Tue 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 11/30/2010-12/21/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10011
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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18M - 36M Sat 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 10/16/2010-11/6/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10012
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $24(R)/$24(N)
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18M - 36M Sat 9:45 AM-10:30 AM 11/20/2010-12/18/2010 Tell a Friend!

Childrens Programs - Creative/Art

Magic Class
 

Children are guaranteed to have a great time in this class as they learn fascinating tricks from a professional magician! Amaze your family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, you'll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials will be provided, and each child will be awarded a magic certificate. Also children can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are taught at each session! Classes will be held at The Arlignton Heights Park District.

Program Code: 9996
Location: Meeting Room 2 Fee: $14(R)/$14(N)
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4Y - 14Y Wed 4:00 PM-4:55 PM 9/15/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 9997
Location: Meeting Room 2 Fee: $14(R)/$14(N)
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4Y - 14Y Mon 5:15 PM-6:10 PM 11/1/2010 Tell a Friend!

Childrens Programs - Early Childhood

Kid Rock I
 

Sing, dance, jump and play, having fun the Kid Rock way! Join this popular music and movement program and sing songs, dance to the beat, play with rhythm instruments and props, improve fine and gross motor skills, and engage in imaginative play. Kid Rock also helps with listening skills and socialization. Kid Rock I is for parent and child interaction; Kid Rock II encourages independence as parents only stay for the first and last weeks. Sign up for all sessions as the curriculum does not repeat. Don't miss this unique opportunity for fun and learning! No class 11/26

Program Code: 10057
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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20M - 30M Fri 9:15 AM-9:55 AM 9/10/2010-10/15/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10058
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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20M - 30M Fri 9:15 AM-9:55 AM 10/29/2010-12/10/2010 Tell a Friend!

KID ROCK II
 

Sing, dance, jump and play, having fun the Kid Rock way! Join this popular music and movement program and sing songs, dance to the beat, play with rhythm instruments and props, improve fine and gross motor skills, and engage in imaginative play. Kid Rock also helps with listening skills and socialization. Kid Rock I is for parent and child interaction; Kid Rock II encourages independence as parents only stay for the first and last weeks. Sign up for all sessions as the curriculum does not repeat. Don't miss this unique opportunity for fun and learning! No class 11/26

Program Code: 10059
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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30M - 4Y Fri 10:00 AM-10:40 AM 9/10/2010-10/15/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10060
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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30M - 4Y Fri 10:00 AM-10:40 AM 10/29/2010-12/10/2010 Tell a Friend!

KID ROCK III
 

Sing, dance, jump and play, having fun the Kid Rock way! Join this popular music and movement program and sing songs, dance to the beat, play with rhythm instruments and props, improve fine and gross motor skills, and engage in imaginative play. Kid Rock also helps with listening skills and socialization. Kid Rock I is for parent and child interaction; Kid Rock II encourages independence as parents only stay for the first and last weeks. Sign up for all sessions as the curriculum does not repeat. Don't miss this unique opportunity for fun and learning! No class 11/26 Second Sibling $40.00

Program Code: 10061
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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20M - 5Y Fri 10:45 AM-11:25 AM 9/10/2010-10/15/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10062
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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20M - 5Y Fri 10:45 AM-11:25 AM 10/29/2010-12/10/2010 Tell a Friend!

Tot Rock
 

Wiggle and giggle to the Tot Rock beat! You and your tot will delight in this one-of-a-kind musical adventure! We will play with rhythm instruments like tambourines and maracas, share props like balls and beanbags, and explore sensory items like bubbles and feathers. In addition to improving your tot's newly-acquired motor skills, we provide structured and unstructured time to encourage socialization. Sign up for all sessions as the curriculum does not repeat. Tots must be walking. Learn, dance, and play! No class 11/26

Program Code: 10063
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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10M - 20M Fri 11:30 AM-12:10 PM 9/10/2010-10/15/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10064
Location: Burning Bush Center Fee: $47(R)/$47(N)
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10M - 20M Fri 11:30 AM-12:10 PM 10/29/2010-12/10/2010 Tell a Friend!

Childrens Programs - Kids Day Off

KIDS DAY OFF 2010
 

Explore exciting places and enjoy your day off from school! Field trips, in-house events, games, sports, crafts and cooking are just a few of the activities planned. Most of our trips leave at 9:00AM and return by 3:30PM. Extended hours feature : Children can be signed in the program anytime between 7:00AM-9:00AM, and signed out anytime between 3:30PM-6:00PM, all for one fee! Children need to bring a lunch and beverage every day unless otherwise specified. Additional spending money for concessions, etc, is optional. Occasionally, due to circumstances beyond our control, trip destinations may be altered or substituted.

Program Code: 10025
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $39(R)/$39(N)
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5Y - 13Y Thu 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 9/9/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10026
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $39(R)/$39(N)
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5Y - 13Y Mon 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 10/11/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10027
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $39(R)/$39(N)
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5Y - 13Y Tue 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 11/2/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10028
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $39(R)/$39(N)
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5Y - 13Y Mon 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 11/22/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10029
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $39(R)/$39(N)
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5Y - 13Y Tue 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 11/23/2010 Tell a Friend!
Program Code: 10030
Location: Meeting Room 1 Fee: $39(R)/$39(N)
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5Y - 13Y Wed 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 11/24/2010 Tell a Friend!