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• Summer Registration Dates:
Oak Lawn Resident Registration Begins May 9
Non-resident registration Begins May 23
• Dog Park Grand Opening -
Please join the Oak Lawn Park District Board of Commissioners on Monday, May 9, 2011 for the Grand Opening of the new dog park Bailey’s Crossing, 9910 S. Melvina (across from Columbus Manor Park). The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 5:30 pm.
Refreshments will be served immediately following the ribbon cutting at the park. The IndepenDance Dance Team and the Special Recreation Hip Hop Dancers will provide the entertainment. Memberships will be available for purchase at the grand opening. For more information please call the Oak Lawn Park District at 708-857-2225.• 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.
• 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
2 year - $85
Non-Resident Fee:
1 year - $100
2 year - $170
• Summer Day Camps - Register NOW for the Oak Lawn Park District’s Summer Day Camps. First session begins June 13th and the second session begins July 11th. Extended camp is available for both sessions. Camps are open to those 3 years of age through 5th grade at several convenient locations. Other camps offered this summer include: Sports Camp, Horseback Riding, Basketball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Dance, British Sports and Special Recreation. Visit www.olparks.com for more information or call 708/857-2200.
• Little Switzerland Trip –
The Oak Lawn Park District is hosting a trip to New Glarus, WI on Tuesday, May 24. New Glarus, Wisconsin is known for its culture, old world traditions, unique food and its colorful setting amid hills and valleys. This Swiss community was settled in 1845 by a group of Swiss immigrants. Tour the Swiss Historical Village for a personal look at Swiss life and the growth of the Swiss Colony. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at the New Glarus Hotel and Restaurant known for its fine Swiss Cuisine, Swiss atmosphere and entertainment. After lunch there will be time to shop in the quaint boutiques before returning home. Let Me Arrange Motorcoach bus will depart the Community Pavilion (9401 S. Oak Park Ave.) at 7 am and return at 7:30 pm. Fee for this trip is $85 for Oak Lawn residents and $95 non-residents. Registration deadline is May 13, 2011. For more information please call, the Oak View Center at 708-857-2225.• Lincoln-Tallman Museum & Anderson Japanese Garden Tour Trip –
The Oak Lawn Park District is hosting a trip to the Lincoln-Tallman Museum in Janesville, Wisconsin on Thursday, June 9. Tour this award winning historic 26-room Italianate villa style mansion that has been restored to its 1857 splendor. Lunch will be at the Cliffbreakers Restaurant in Rockford, Illinois. Take a self-guided tour of the unique antique collection throughout the restaurant and hotel. The rest of the afternoon will be spent at the Anderson Japanese Gardens also in Rockford. Let Me Arrange Motorcoach bus will depart the Community Pavilion (9401 S. Oak Park Ave.) at 7 am and return at 7 pm. Fee for this trip is $75 for Oak Lawn residents and $85 non-residents. Registration deadline is May 20, 2011. For more information please call, the Oak View Center at 708-857-2225.• Cityscapes - The Oak Lawn Park District is offering another fun Cityscapes excursion on Thursday, May 26. This time we will be heading to Chicago for a day at the Museum Campus. Visit the Shedd Aquarium or the Adler Planet. Enjoy lunch at one of the great Chicago restaurants or have a brown bag lunch on the lakefront. Fee for this trip is $14 for Oak Lawn residents and $16 for non-residents, which includes transportation. Museum admission and lunch are extra. The bus will leave from the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St. For more information, please call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.
• Oak Lawn’s Got Talent auditions-
The Oak Lawn Park District is hosting Oak Lawn’s Got Talent auditions on June 8th & 9th at the Oak View Center (4625 w. 110th St). Applications for auditions are available online at www.olparks.com or at all park district facilities. Application deadline is June 1st. All telents welcomed. Finalists will perform at the 4th of July Star Spangled Celebration on July 4th at Centennial Park. The winner will then perform as the opening act at the July 4th Fireworks at Richards HS that evening. 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.• 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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