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• The Fall Program Guide will be delivered the last week of July. Look for it in your mailbox!
• Fall Registration:Oak Lawn Resident Registration Begins Monday, August 8.
Non-resident Registration Begins Monday, August 22.
• George Shimko Basketball School Rookie Session - The Oak Lawn Park is offering another session of the George Shimko Basketball School Rookie Session beginning Monday, July 18. This program is geared for those ages 5-8, and is designed to teach children with little or no basketball experience the fundamentals of basketball. Each player will be taught how to dribble, pass, shoot and be introduced to the game of basketball in a positive environment. Classes will meet Monday evenings from 5:30-7pm at the Community Pavilion, 9401 S. Oak Park Ave. Fee for this session is $59 for Oak Lawn residents and $72 for non-residents, and includes instruction and GSBS Stars Basketball t-shirt. Call the Community Pavilion at 708-857-2420 for more information.
• Little Kickers Soccer League – The Oak Lawn Park District is offering a new Little Kickers Soccer League for those ages 4 -5. This new introductory soccer league is designed to help transition children into team play. Small sided, non-competitive games will be played. The league will be run in a low-key environment and the coaches will be more hands on during games. Games will be played on Saturdays. Practice varies in times and days and will begin mid-August. A coach will contact the players about practices. Fee is $69 for Oak Lawn residents and $89 for nonresidents. For more information call 708-857-2420.
• Fall Youth Soccer – Registration is still being accepted for the Oak Lawn Park District’s Outdoor Youth Soccer Leagues and the Outdoor Youth Traveling Leagues.
Outdoor Youth Soccer is open to those ages 6-9 with two age divisions determined by the child's age as of August 1, 2011. Games will be played on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Practice will begin in early to mid-August. A coach will contact the players about practices. Fee is $85 for Oak Lawn residents and $109 for nonresidents.
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Outdoor Youth Traveling League is open to those ages 10 - 13 with two age divisions determined by the child's age as of August 1, 2011. Teams in this league will be formed by a blind draft process and will compete in the South Suburban Soccer League. Games will be played on Saturdays. Practice will begin in early to mid-August. A coach will contact the players about practices. Fee is $105 for Oak Lawn residents and $129 for nonresidents. For more information call Shannon Nolan at 708-857-2420.
• Wine Tasting at Stony Creek - The Oak Lawn Park District’s Stony Creek Clubhouse is hosting a Wine Tasting on Friday, July 22, 2011 from 7-10 pm. Sample an excellent selection of wines with delicious cheese pairings as well as fruits and chocolate. Fee is $10 at the door. Must be 21 or older. The Stony Creek Clubhouse is located at 5850 W. 103rd Street in Oak Lawn. Please contact Mary Grana at 708/398-6284 for more information.
• Trip: Spirit of Chicago Cruise and Luncheon - Join the Oak Lawn Park District for a trip to Navy Pier on Tuesday, August 9. Enjoy lunch and a show aboard the newly renovated Spirit of Chicago Cruise ship. The 2-hour cruise on Lake Michigan will feature a buffet luncheon and a Cabaret Style show. The motor coach will depart form the Oak View Center at 10:30 am and return at 5 pm. Fee is $75 for Oak Lawn Residents and $85 for Non-Residents. For more information, call the Oak View Center at (708) 857-2200.
• Trip: Milwaukee Irish Fest - Join the Oak Lawn Park District for a trip to Milwaukee, WI on Thursday, August 18 for Irish Fest. Enjoy Irish music, food and drink as well as taste of the Irish culture. Meals are on your own. The evening will conclude with a fireworks show along the lakefront. The motor coach will depart form the Oak View Center at 3 pm and return at 12 am. Fee is $45 for Oak Lawn Residents and $55 for Non-Residents. For more information, call the Oak View Center at (708) 857-2200.
• The Oak Lawn Park District & The Village of Oak Lawn present the 2011 Summer Concerts and Movie Nights. Bring your picnic baskets, refreshments, lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy some FREE summer fun with the whole family!
Location: Oak Lawn Village Green (directly east of the Municipal Center and north of the Oak Lawn Library)
Sunday Night Concerts (7pm start time)
July 24th - CTA - Chicago Tribute Anthology
August 7th - Hat Guys
August 21st - Hey Jimmy (Fireworks)
Friday Night Movies (all movies begin at dusk)
July 22nd - Rocky
August 5th – The Karate Kid (2010)
August 26th - Twilight (Adult Night)
• Wild Wednesdays - Explore & enjoy nature with us every Wednesday this summer! Visit www.olparks.com
for more information or call 708-857-2200.
• Stony Creek Golf Course – Visit www.golfstonycreek.com for daily specials! We will match local competitors greens fees.
• Memorial Bricks – Memorial bricks are available for purchase for the New Dog Park at 99th and Melvina. Memorial bricks are $75 each. For more information or to download an order form, visit www.olparks.com .
• Dog Park Memberships - Memberships are available for purchase now at the Community Pavilion & the Oak View Center. Memberships will be valid for 1 or 2 years from date of purchase. Fee is per family, not per dog. Up to three dogs per membership. Forms can be downloaded at http://www.olparks.com/parks
Resident Fee: 1 year - $50
Non-Resident Fee: 1 year - $100
• Before & After School With FLASH – FLASH, Fun & Learning After School Hours - Register now for the 2011/2012 school year. The Oak Lawn Park District has partnered up with School District 123 and is in 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. 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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