• Beginner Guitar - The Oak Lawn Park District is offering beginner guitar lessons for those ages 7-12 beginning Tuesday, January 11. Students will learn the parts of the guitar, notes on the guitar, how to strum and basic chords. Classes meet at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St.) from 6-7 pm. Fee is $124 for Oak Lawn residents and $140 for non-residents. There is a one-time book fee of $16.25 due the first day of class. Participants must bring an acoustic or electric guitar to class. For more information, please call 708-857-2200.
• Ballroom Dance - The Oak Lawn Park District is offering another session of Ballroom Dance beginning Thursday, January 13. Learn the most popular ballroom dances, both smooth and Latin. Beginner class is from 7-8 pm and Intermediate class is from 8-9pm. Classes are held at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St.) Fee is per couple and is $156 for Oak Lawn residents and $196 for non-residents. Must register as a couple. For more information, please call 708-857-2200.
• Special Olympics Basketball Day - The Oak Lawn Park District, SRASA Ltd and Special Olympics Illinois will be hosting a Special Olympics Basketball Day on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at Brother Rice High School (10001 South Pulaski Road). This event will feature the Oak Lawn’s Park District’s Junior Jordans & Eagles, with a special half-time performance by the Oak. Doors will open at 12 pm. Opening ceremonies will be at 1 pm. Games will be at 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm. Tickets are $5 each and are available at the Oak View Center, 4625 West 110th Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. For more information, please contact Todd Mallo, Special Recreation Supervisor at 708/857-2200 or email tmallo@olparks.com. All checks should be made payable to SRASA Ltd.
• Vince Clark & Friends to Perform at Stony Creek – Local Jazz musician Vince Clark will be performing at the Oak Lawn Park District’s Stony Creek Clubhouse (5850 W. 103rd St.) on Saturday, January 22. Performance begins at 7 pm. Vince Clark will perform finger-snapping classic jazz favorites accompanied by several fellow musicians. Admission is $5 at the door. Cash bar. Please contact Mary Grana at 708/857-2433 x2301 for more information.
• New Dog Obedience Class at the Oak Lawn Park District - The Oak Lawn Park District is offering a new Basic Dog Obedience class on Friday mornings from 10 -11 am beginning January 31. This class will run till March 21st at the Menard Center (5800 W. 90th St.). Fee is $79 for Oak Lawn residents and $89 for non-residents. Registrations for this class will be taken at the Oak View Center (4625 w. 110th St) only. For more information, please call 708-857-2200.
• Dog Park – The New Dog Park located at 99th and Moody will open this spring, but memberships are available now for purchase! Memberships can be purchased at the Oak View Center located at 4625 W. 110th St. and at the Community Pavilion located at 9401 S. Oak Park Ave. Foe more information or to download a membership form, visit www.olparks.com
• Memorial Bricks – Memorial bricks are available for purchase for the New Dog Park at 99th and Moody. Memorial bricks are $75 each. For more information or to download an order form, visit www.olparks.com.
• Organizing Your Digital Photos – The Oak Lawn Park District is offering a class to help you organize your digital photos on Friday, January 28 from 7-8:30 pm at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St). Debbie Fleming, a Creative Memories Consultant, will show you how easy and affordable it is to use Memory Manager software. Handouts and step-by-step directions will be provided. Fee is $15. For more information, please call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Digital Storybooks – The Oak Lawn Park District is offering a Digital Storybook class on Friday, January 28 from 8:30 -10 pm at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St). Debbie Fleming, a Creative Memories Consultant, will show you how to use Storybook Creator Plus software to turn your photos into a keepsake book for yourself and your family. You will learn how to get and use the software. Handouts and step-by-step directions will be provided. Fee is $15. For more information, please call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Magic Workshop - Oak Lawn Park District is offering a magic workshop for children ages 5- 12 on Thursday, February 3 from 6:45-7:40 pm at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St.) Participants will be delighted and amazed by Magician, Gary Kantor, who will teach age appropriate tricks. All materials will be provided and each child will receive a magic kit to take home. Fee is $18 for Oak Lawn residents and $21 for non-residents. For more information, please call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Teen Wallyball League - The Oak Lawn Park District is taking team registrations for the Teen Wallyball League. The league is broken down into two age divisions – Jr High and High School. Teams will be made-up of 5 or 6 players. League play will begin on Sunday, February 13 with a scrimmage game to learn the rules and techniques. Games will be held at the Racquet Center (10444 S. Central Ave.). Jr. High teams will play on Sunday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. High School teams will play on Sunday evenings from 7:30-8:30 pm. Playoffs will be held the final night with a sponsor donating $100 to whatever charity the 1st place team chooses. Team fee is $100. Fee includes a t-shirt for each team member. Registration deadline is February 5. For more information, please call 708-857-2200.
• Rubber-Stamping Workshop - Learn the easy art of rubber-stamping at the Oak Lawn Park District. The next workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 8 from 7 – 9:30 pm at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St). Participants will complete several projects, including greeting cards using various techniques. Please bring your own colored pencils and scissors. Workshops are open to those ages 18 and up. Fee is $9. For more information, please call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Junior Chefs - Oak Lawn Park District is offering a cooking and etiquette class for children ages 5 – 14. Junior Chefs will run Wednesday, February 9 through March 16. Classes will be held at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St.) from 3:45 - 5:15 pm. A different dish will be prepared each week. Each participant will receive a chef’s hat. Fee is $59 for Oak Lawn residents and $70 for non-residents. For more information, please call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Trip: Riverdance at the Paramount Theatre - On Saturday, February 12 the Oak Lawn Park District is hosting a trip to see Riverdance at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora. Enjoy the internationally acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance. The Motor coach will depart the Community Pavilion at 1:30 pm and return at 6:30 pm. Fee is $85 for Oak Lawn residents and $95 for non-residents. For more information call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Trip: SLEUTH - On Wednesday, March 2 the Oak Lawn Park District is hosting a trip to see SLEUTH in Munster, Indiana. Enjoy lunch and this delightful whodunnit. The Motor coach will depart the Oak View Center at 11 am and return at 5 pm. Fee is $70 for Oak Lawn residents and $80 for non-residents. For more information call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Golf Simulators – Golf simulators will be available at Stony Creek Golf Course this winter. It is also a great opportunity to play some famous courses and help keep your swing in shape. Winter Special - play 3 hours and get the 4th hour free. Stony Creek Golf Course is located at 5850 W. 103rd St. Call 708-857-2433 or 708-857-2436 for more information or to book a tee time.
• Before & After School With FLASH – FLASH, Fun & Learning After School Hours - Register now for the 2010/2011 school year. The Oak Lawn Park District has partnered up with School District 123 for the 2nd year and is expanding to all 5 elementary schools, Covington, Hannum, Hometown, Kolmar, & Sward. The park district has also partnered up with School District 122 and their 4 elementary schools, Columbus Manor, Harnew, Kolb, & Lieb to provide FLASH for the 2010/2011 school year. For more information call the FLASH Director or the FLASH Assistant Director at 708-857-2420.
• Community Pavilion Main Arena Rental - Attention high schools, colleges and businesses: Have your special event with us! The Oak Lawn Park District’s Community Pavilion is available for rentals. The arena measures 28,000 sq. ft. and can seat up to 1,000 people at tables and chairs, or 3,500 with chairs only. Reservations must be made at least six months in advance with 50% down. Payment is non-refundable after 90 days. Contact the assistant manager at (708) 857-2420 or pavilion@olparks.com.
• Indoor Playground at the Community Pavilion - The indoor playground is now available for parties: Playground rental is $45 per hour with a max of 25 children. Rental includes tables and chairs. Renter is responsible for all party decorations and refreshments (no confetti please). Add a basketball court for $20 per hour for residents and $40 per hour for non-residents. Rent a Jump House for $25. Call 708-857-2420 for more information about daily fees and party package prices.
• Massage Therapy at the Community Pavilion - Sandra Coffey is available by appointment only. Massage therapy is used to reduce stress, increase circulation and detoxify overexerted muscles. Open to men and women. A parent or guardian must accompany children under age 12. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy. To schedule a massage, call 708/857-2420.
• Personal Training at the Community Pavilion - Meet with a certified Personal Trainer who will design a program to improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance. Increase flexibility, improve body image, lose weight, and-in general-just make you feel good about yourself. Call for an appointment: (708) 857-2420.
• Oak Lawn Park District Special Recreation Programs – The Oak Lawn Park District offers many wonderful programs for children with special needs as well as their families. For more information on these programs, please visit www.olparks.com.
• Parent Forum & Support Group for Parents of Children with Disabilities – The Oak Lawn Park District’s Special Recreation Department offers a monthly Parent Forum & Support Group for Parents of Children with Disabilities the third Thursday of every month at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St., beginning at 7 pm. Come out once a month to discuss, review, and suggest new ideas or program strategies. Also, meet other parents of children with disabilities. Free childcare will be provided to watch children during meeting. For meeting topics and information, contact: Jacqueline Canty @ 857-2200 or jcanty@olparks.com.
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