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FITNESS CENTREWinnetka Community House

Facility Includes:

• Treadmills

• StairMasters/StepMills

• LifeCycles

• Cybex ArcTrainers

• LifeFitness cross-trainers

• Precor EFX elliptical trainers

• Helix Lateral Trainers

• Concept II rowing machines

• Schwinn spinning bikes

• Cybex strength training equipment

• Free weight equipment

• Gymnasium• Childcare

Our convenient locationprovides a friendly

atmosphere, knowledgeable

staff and a great value!

Benefits of Personal TrainingSerious athletes have long used personal trainers to enhance their perormance in competition. Moviestars are known to hire personal trainers to keep them ftting into their Oscar gowns. But the people whobeneft most rom personal training are ordinary men and women seeking to be stronger and unction moreeectively in their everyday lives.

Working with a trainer, anyone can achieve their ftness goals – goals as modest as touchingyour toes again or as ambitious as preparing to run a marathon. Whether you want to lose

weight, regain exibility, develop speed or simply eel good again, personal training is anactivity that will continue to beneft in years to come.

Our personal trainers’ main objectives are to assist, guide, and educate those whowish to experience a greater ease and physical ability in their lives.

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W I N N E T K A C O M M U N I T Y H O U S E B O A R D O F G O V E R N O R S

O F F I C E R SMarian Powers - ChairTrey Tune - Vice Chair

Frank Phillips - SecretaryEd Harney - Treasurer

Ellen C. Moore - Past Chair

M E M B E R SRob Albertson

Paul Astolf Jack Coladarci Joan Evanich

Laura GlickMike Golden

David GrantCarrie Healy

Louise HollandBob Horne

Stuart Larkins Jim McGee

Linda PedianDavid D. Peterson, Jr.

Addie RueyKris Schriesheim

Matt TritleyPaul Weaver

Christina WebbPam Westin

Clyde WillianChristopher Wyner

Connie Yonan

Kate AncellRaheela Gill Anwar

Amy Pope Brock Joyce Bruce

Erin BudingtonMercedes Caruso

Susan CellmerLeslie Farmer

Jennier FrientMary Ann Grabowski

Christine HollandSarah Holm

Noelle Hunken

Kim JankauskaKim Knaus

Dania LeemputteKristin Lolli

Anne Malone Julie Mangan

Claudia MiquelonSusan Nelson

Laurie NielsenGwen Oelerich

Beth Ann PapoutsisSusan Patterson

Cristina PersicoKaren Peters

Arlynn PresserLaura ReynoldsAlicia Schaer

Kris Schriesheim Joan SenkoIrene Smith

Julie StracksAmy Swartchild

Karen TragosKaren VorwaldConnie Yonan

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T E L E P H O N E L I S T I N G SMain Ofce (847) 446-0537Fax (847) 446-0609Birthday Party Hotline (847) 446-3207Facility Rental (847) 446-3154Fitness Centre (847) 446-1994Youth Enrichment Center (847) 446-7615

O F F I C E H O U R SMonday–Saturday 8:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.Sunday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

A l w a y s o p e n a t w i n n e t k a c o m m u n i t y h o u s e . o r g !

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N O N - M E M B E R R E G I S T R A T I O N O P E N S M A R C H 1 9 , 2 0 1 2Registration inormation is on page 48. The registration orm ison page 50. There is a point at which classes must be canceledi there is not sufcient registration, so please register early!

M I S S I O N S T A T E M E N TThe mission o Winnetka Community House is to enrich thelives o North Shore residents, their amilies and riends byproviding diverse educational, cultural, social and recreationalopportunities or people o all ages. This privately supported

unique facility does not receive tax dollars.

A C C E S S I B I L I T Y F O R P E R S O N S W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E SFor persons with disabilities, Winnetka Community Houseis accessible rom the northeast at the canopied entrance o

the Pine Street parking lot.

S T A F FTimothy P. McCabe, Executive DirectorMike Buscher, Superintendent o Recreation and Fitness

Josh Bucher, Marketing DirectorGina Di Sandro, Facilities DirectorAlana Flatley, Development Director

Jamie Arena, Ofce Supervisor

Lisa Jarvis, Fitness Supervisor John LoPresti, Maintenance SupervisorPatti Schmidt, Early Childhood SupervisorMark Schuste, Recreation Supervisor

Je Wahl, Athletic SupervisorDebra Chuk, Accounting CoordinatorLynn Aldape, Administrative Assistant

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M O N D A Y T U E S D A Y W E D N E S D A YLittle Bits 12Time or Amigos 13Fun with Amigos 13Cae Amigos 13Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance 34

Summer Explorers 12Fun with Amigos 13Cae Amigos 13Egyptian Art-Making 14Cornakes Camp 17Tiny Tot Dance Camp 19Basketball Clinics 21Sports ‘N’ Science 22Hot Shots Triple Play 24Hot Shots Total Sports 24Hot Shots Pee Wee Soccer 24Mini-Majors 25Fantasy Dance 34Ballet 36

Egyptian Art-Making 14The Glee Experience 16Basketball Clinics 21Hot Shots Total Sports 24Ballet 36Pointe Ballet 36

Pointe Ballet 36

Latin Rhythm Dance 38Meditative Pilates 39Yogercize 39Core Strengthening

& Centering 39Meditative Pilates 39Pilates 39Dog Obedience 43

Little Bits 12Fun with Amigos 13Cae Amigos 13Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance Camp 18Hot Shots Adult-Tot Sports 24

Summer Explorers 12Fun with Amigos 13Cae Amigos 13Cooking With Amigos 133D Modeling with

Google Sketchup 15Cornakes Camp 17The Joy o Creativity

Art Camp 18Fantasy DanceCamp 18

Mini-Majors 25Pee Wee Karate 27Planes, Trains,

Cars and Spaceships 30

Tiny Tot Ballet 34Pre-Ballet 36Ballet 36

3D Modeling with]Google Sketchup 15The Joy o Creativity

Art Camp 18Dynamic Fitness Training 25Planes, Trains,

Cars and Spaceships 30Ballet 36Modern Dance 37Dance Conditioning 37

Dynamic Fitness Training 25Modern Dance 37

Dance Conditioning 37

Aternoon Handbuilding orthe Home 31

Altered Shapes 31Adult Ballet 38Beautiul Beaded Jewelry 44

Little Bits 12Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance Camp 18Lil’ Pigskins 23Hot Shots Parent Tot Soccer24

Summer Explorers 12Tiny Treks Explorers 12Amazing Minds 15Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance Camp 18Basketball Clinics 21Lil’ Pigskins 23Hot Shots Parent Tot Soccer24Hot Shots Total Sports 24Hot Shots Indoor

Floor Hockey League 24Mini-Majors 25Tiny Tot Ballet 34Tiny Tappers 37

Beginning Guitar:Private Instruction 14

Amazing Minds 15Basketball Clinics 21Lil’ Pigskins 23Hot Shots Indoor Floor

Hockey League 24Fencing 25Ballet 36Pointe Ballet 36


Fencing 25Ballet 36Pointe Ballet 36


Adult Wheelthrowing 31Latin & Barre 38Pilates 39Dog Obedience 43

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T H U R S D A Y F R I D A Y S A T U R D A Y S U N D A YLittle Bits 12Tiny Bits 12Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance Camp 18Lil’ Pigskins 23Fantasy Dance 34

The Joy o Creativity 14Tie Dye, Pottery Painting &Recycled Art 14

Cornakes Camp 17The Joy o Creativity

Art Camp 18Fantasy Dance Camp 18Lil’ Pigskins 23Pee Wee Karate 27Tiny Tot Ballet 34Fantasy Dance 34Pre-Ballet 36

Jazz 1 37Intro to Tap/Tap 1 37

Tie Dye, Pottery Painting &Recycled Art 14

The Joy o CreativityArt Camp 18

Hoops4Health DynamicFitness Training 25

Advanced Junior Ceramics 30Modern Dance 37

Jazz 1 37Intro to Tap/Tap 1 37Dance Conditioning 37

Dynamic Fitness Training 25Advanced Junior Ceramics 30

Modern Dance 37Dance Conditioning 37

Wheelthrowing for Beginners 31Yogercize 39Mah Jongg 44

ABC’s & 123’s 12Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance Camp 18Creating with Clay 30Fantasy Dance 34

ABC’s & 123’s 12Cornakes Camp 17Fantasy Dance Camp 183Little Hoopers 21Play & Clay 22Hot Shots Total Sports 24Hot Shots Pee Wee Soccer 24Mini-Majors 25Little Dragons Taekwondo 28Early Taekwondo 28Creating with Clay 30Fantasy Dance 34

Hot Shots Total Sports 24Early Taekwondo 28Youth Taekwondo 28Parent & Child Taekwondo 28

Modern Manners 101Social Dining Skills 14

Dana LeonardBasketball Camp 19

Munchkin Tennis 22Clay and the Horse 30All About the Sea 30

Youth Taekwondo 28

Adult Taekwondo 28Mah Jongg 44

Parent & Me Soccer 22Munchkin Tennis 22Father & Me Football 22

Dana LeonardBasketball Camp 19Parent & Me Soccer 22Munchkin Tennis 22Father & Me Football 22All About the Sea 30

Modern Manners 101Social Dining Skills 14

Clay and the Horse 30

Seven Star Kung-Fu 29

Little Ballers Clinic 25Seven Star Kung-Fu 29Down and Dirty 30

Hoops4Health LittleBallers Clinic 25Seven Star Kung-Fu 29

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Like Sports? Want to help kids in need?Help sort and pack sports cards for donation to children’s charities

Saturday, May 5 . 10am – 2pm . Winnetka Community House

Cards2Kids is a local charitable organization that donates new and used sportscards to kids in need. And we need your help turning sports cards into smiles!

Bring the family and help us sort and pack sports cards and get them ready to

donate to Children's Memorial Hospital, Chicagoland Boys and Girls Clubs,Ronald McDonald House and other children’s charities.

All ages welcome. Come and go as you please. Raffles on the half hour.

For more information: [email protected]


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Whether you want to buy, sell or have your bike appraised, you will get your chance atour annual bike sale.

Sellers can arrive at 8:30, when a Wilmette Bicycle Shop representative will be availableto evaluate the condition o bicycles and suggest repairs. The buying begins at 9:30 a.m.

A 25% service charge, based on sale price, will be donated to the Community House. TheBike Sale will be held rain or shine on the Community House Front Lawn.

Here is the chance or your child to sell outgrown clothes and toys or un and proft. Theevent will be held outdoors, weather permitting, and is open to the public or shopping.There must be one adult per table. A registration orm must be flled out or selling space(one six oot table) by April 20.

Don’t miss our great summer camps!

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See pages 17–20 for details!


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Y O U T H E N R I C H M E N T

T i n y B i t sMary Fisher/Elyse FerdinandMoms and tots come play and learn as wesee how much un it is to be a toddler!We’ll have lots o exploring time plus an art

project, a story and a snack to end a day o un. An adult must accompany each child.No siblings allowed.

April 5–May 31 6800-6Thursday 9:30–10:30 a.m.Ages: 1–2Member: $144 Non-Member: $168No class: 5/10

A B C ’ s & 1 2 3 ’ sMary Fisher/Elyse FerdinandEach class is centered on a dierent num-ber and letter which are reinorced throughvarious puppets, songs, games and stories.Must be 3 by June 8, 2012

June 8–July 20 6810-4Friday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 3–4Member: $147 Non-Member: $175

L i t t l e B i t sMary Fisher/Elyse FerdinandDoes your child enjoy a variety o activi-ties? Join in ree play, circle time, art, songsand simple child centered projects. There

will be interaction with other children andtime or lots o individual attention, en-couraging children to develop such socialskills as sharing, caring and cooperation.Sta may not change diapers.Must be 2 by June 11, 2012

June 4–July 16 6810-0Monday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $147 Non-Member: $175

June 5–July 17 6810-1 Tuesday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $147 Non-Member: $175

June 6–July 18 6810-2Wednesday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $126 Non-Member: $150No class: 7/4

June 7–July 19 6810-3Thursday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $147 Non-Member: $175

T i n y T r e k s E x p l o r e r sTiny TreksTiny Treks is an innovative program oramilies who want to teach their childrenabout the world through exploration otheir natural surroundings. We believechildren learn best through hands-on experiences which build sel-esteem and encourage a love o nature. In this class, activities

will include short, stimulating hikes in avariety o outdoor settings, music, art projects and games. Please bring a lunch anddrink to class.

April 4–May 30 6170-5Wednesday 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.mAges: 4–6Member: $288 Non-Member: $344No class: 5/9

April 4–May 30 6170-6Wednesday 12:30–3:30 p.m

Ages: 4–6Member: $288 Non-Member: $344No class: 5/9

S u m m e r E x p l o r e r sTiny TreksTiny Treks is an innovative program oramilies who want to teach their childrenabout the world through exploration otheir natural surroundings. We believechildren learn best through hands-on experiences which build sel-esteem and encourage a love o nature. In this class activitieswill include short, stimulating hikes in avariety o outdoor settings, music, art projects and games. Please bring a lunch anddrink to class.

June 4–June 6 6170-1Monday–Wednesday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.mAges: 4–6Member: $130 Non-Member: $156

Photo coutresy of Tiny Treks


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F u n w i t h A m i g o sAmigos ProgramEvery day will be a special day at Fun withAmigos. We will laugh, play, create, sing,paint, cook and discover great wonders. Wewill do it all while learning Spanish! Fromthe creators o Camp Amigos, Fun withAmigos uses a highly controlled vocabu-lary introduced in conjunction with untheme days. All instructors are experiencedin early childhood and at least one instruc-tor is a native speaker.

April 2–June 4 6806-0Monday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $200No class: 5/7, 5/28

April 2–June 4 6806-2Monday 1:00–2:30 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $200No class: 5/7

April 3–June 5 6806-5 Tuesday 9:30–11:00 a.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $200No class: 5/8, 5/29

April 3–June 5 6806-7Tuesday 1:00–2:30 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $200No class: 5/8, 5/29

C o o k i n g W i t h A m i g o sAmigos ProgramEvery day promises to include a un-flleddelicious activity! We will chop, mix, slice,peel and eat. We will do it all while learningSpanish. From the creators o Camp Ami-gos, Cooking with Amigos uses a highlycontrolled vocabulary introduced in con-

junction with un-to-make recipes. As wewait or our creations to cook, we will havelots o un playing games in Spanish! Theinstructor is a native Spanish speaker whohas been careully trained to implementthe Amigos Programs curriculum. Pleasedo not register i your child has allergies toegg, soy, dairy, wheat, nuts or berries.

April 3–June 5 6806-3Tuesday 1:00–2:30 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $168 Non-Member: $200No class: 5/8, 5/29

C a f e A m i g o sAmigos ProgramCae Amigos is a Spanish “lunch bunch!”Following lunch, children will enjoygames, songs and playtime while learningSpanish! The instructor is a native speakeand trained to work in early childhoodChildren bring own lunch and a beverageSta will escort children rom the Winnet

ka Community Nursery School.

April 2–June 4 6806-4Monday 11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.mAges: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $200No class: 5/7, 5/28

April 3–June 5 6807-1Tuesday 11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.mAges: 3–5Member: $231 Non-Member: $275No class: 5/8, 5/29

T i m e f o r A m i g o sAmigos ProgramThis parent or caregiver and child class includes songs, movement activities, creativdramatics, art, playtime and more. We wildo it all while learning Spanish! From thecreators o Camp Amigos, Time or Amigos uses a highly controlled vocabularyintroduced in conjunction with un themedays. Our instructor is a native Spanishspeaker who has been trained to implementthe Amigos Programs curriculum.

April 2–June 4 6806-6Monday 9:30–10:30 a.mAges: 2–3Member: $128 Non-Member: $152No class: 5/7, 5/28

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Brandon Seyerth has been teaching guitar at the North ShoreSchool or the Arts in Glencoe or seven years. He is a criticallyacclaimed songwriter and composer who is accomplished in guitar,voice, piano and drums. Seyerth has perormed, composed and re-corded with Jackson Browne, Victor Delarenzo (Violent Femmes),

Jay Bennett (Wilco), Eric McFadden (P-Funk), and Clyde Stubble-feld (James Brown). His lengthy study and experience make him anexcellent results-based instructor. His love or music and learningtranslates into un and rewarding lessons.

Mary Fisher has been working in the early childhood proessionor over 20 years. She has been teaching at the Community Houseor over 10 years.

Elyse Ferdinand holds a degree from Northern Illinois in Early Childhood Education. She has over 18 years of preschooteaching experience.

T h e J o y o f C r e a t i v i t yCarole PearlmanAn art curriculum designed especiallyor the preschool and kindergarten child.Creative explorations through stories, artand play. The class begins with plenty o time or ree expression, an introduction tothe project via a book and then the inde-pendent creativity begins. This class useswatercolors, oil pastels, tempera paint, col-lage, and more. All materials are included.

April 5–June 7 6804-8Thursday 9:15–11:15 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $261 Non-Member: $306

No class: 5/10

April 5–June 7 6804-9Thursday 12:45–2:45 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $261 Non-Member: $306No class: 5/10

T i e D y e , P o t t e r yP a i n t i n g & R e c y c l e d A r tSunshine Arts & CraftsStudents begin by creating their owntie dye shirts which are used as paintingsmocks or the remainder o the program.Shirts are provided. Kids will then learnpottery painting using acrylics and a vari-ety o techniques. Students will learn as-pects o color, brush strokes, texture, shad-ing and more. Finished pieces will be glazedand glitter sparkled (i desired) and takenhome immediately. Kids will also create re-cycled art projects and a “green” ceramicbowl, plate, mug or tile which will be fred

or use at home.

April 5–June 7 6604-3Thursday 4:00–5:00 p.m.Ages: 6–12Member: $180 Non-Member: $216No class: 5/10

B e g i n n i n g G u i t a r :P r i v a t e I n s t r u c t i o nBrandon SeyferthThis class is or the beginning guitaristYou will learn how to apply basic musicalconcepts such as rhythm, harmony. andmelody to the guitar. At the end o theclass you will be able to read and play basicchord symbols and melodies. You will evenlearn some songs! Please bring your ownguitar. You will be contacted by the instructor to arrange a 30 minute lesson time

June 6–August 8 7755-6Wednesday 3:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m

Ages: 7 and upMember: $270 Non-Member: $324No class: 7/4/26, 4/9

M U S I CA R T

M o d e r n M a n n e r s 1 0 1 : S o c i a l D i n i n g S k i l l sPatricia O’BrienIt takes just 30 seconds to make an impression. Will it be a good one? Introductions,handshakes, eye contact, and body language are just a ew o the social graces you willlearn and keep in your portolio or lie. In addition, personal qualities such as telephonecourtesies, acts o kindness, parties, invitations, importance o RSVP, and the importanceo writing a thank you note will be included. Learn the rules o table manners: proper wayto set the table, which ork to use, and what to do i you drop it on the oor. Ms. Mannersrequests you be on time and dress in your best: gentleman should wear a shirt, tie andsportcoat, and young women should wear a dress or suitable pant outft.

May 5 6300-8Saturday 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.mAges: 7–13Member: $65 Non-Member: $77

M e e t o u r Y o u t h E n r i c h m e n t i n s t r u c t o r s


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S C I E N C ED i g i t a l M o v i eM a k i n g W o r k s h o p N e w !Computer Explorers

Is there a uture Steven Spielberg in yourhouse? As directors and producers you’llwork in teams to create your own storyand script, build scenes, and flm and edityour movie. Choose whether to flm liveaction or learn the art o stop-motionanimation! We’ll use graphic editing tech-niques and add special eects, backgroundsounds and music. At the end o camp wewill show our movies at a private screen-ing. Students will get a copy o all o themovies to take home ater the class is com-plete.

June 11–June 15 6302-0Monday–Friday 9:00–11:00 a.m.Grades: 1–3Member: $190 Non-Member: $228

D i g i t a l C a r t o o n Q u e s t N e w !Computer ExplorersTranser yoursel into a two-dimensionalcartoon and write your own cartoon strip!Using special soware just or kids, youand your partner will create a digital toon

in your own images and then create a car-toon strip eaturing custom backgrounds,speech bubbles, wacky toons, and specialeects. As animators and directors, you’llrecord sound and dialogue to make yourcartoon adventure come alive in video. Onthe last day, parents will join us or a Car-toon Festival, and you’ll take home a copyo your digital adventure on a CD.

June 18–June 22 6302-1 Monday–Friday 9:00–11:00 a.m.Grades: 1–3

Member: $190 Non-Member: $228

B e g i n n i n g V i d e o G a m e A n i -m a t i o n P r o g r a m m i n g N e w !Computer Explorers

Take your frst step toward becoming avideo game programmer! This course willintroduce you to programming languagesused or video game animation. Using Mi-croworlds Jr. sotware just or kids, wewill create characters that dance, sing andinteract with one another. Working inteams, you’ll add sound eects and musicclips to create a dynamic video animationgame. I time permits, we may introducethe class to Scratch, the next step in creat-ing amazing game animation.


3 D M o d e l i n g w i t hG o o g l e S k e t c h U pComputer ExplorersI you can dream it, you can build it in3D! Learn to use Google SketchUp 3Dmodeling sotware and build amazing 3D

models: mansions and castles, race tracks,skate parks or space ships. Model your ownhouse or town and put it into Google Earthor everyone to see! Get inside your modelor animate it to give your amily and riendsa virtual tour on the last day o class.

April 17–May 29 6605-2Tuesday 6:00–7:00 p.m.Ages: 6–12Member: $175 Non-Member: $210

A m a z i n g M i n d sAmazing MindsLearning made un! Come explore this ex

citing ater school program open to all frstthrough third graders who love to learnAmazing Minds oers a variety o interactive topics (which change each sessionthat will expand your child’s knowledgeo the world and reinorce their academicskills. For example, your child may becomea junior geologist and explore the worldo rocks and minerals; investigate owl pellets; fnd out how to make raisins bouncethrough scientifc experiments; learn aboutamous landmarks, rare Australian animalsor sharks, whales and dolphins; excavate

hidden treasures rom an ancient Egyptiantomb, or sample ethnic cuisine rom Chinaor Italy. Come join all the un explorationin this can’t-miss enrichment program. Almaterials are included. Each session a dierent country is explored, thus exposingyour child to geography as well as dierentlanguages and cultures.

April 4–May 30 6610-1Wednesday 4:00–5:00 p.mAges: 6–9Member: $200 Non-Member: $240

No class: 5/9

Carole Pearlman is the ounder o The Joy o Creativity art pro-gram. Inspiring curriculum, reedom o expression and opportuni-ties to explore many art materials make this innovative program acreative success or each student. Carole holds a BFA in paintingand a Masters degree in education and psychology.

Carol Modes worked or the Deerfeld Public Schools or 14 yearsteaching kindergarten, second and ourth grade classes and as a git-ed education instructor. She and co-director Susie Blau developedall materials and curriculum or Extraordinary Kids.

Susie Blau has a Master o Arts degree in behavioral psycholand has worked as a consultant to amilies and educators or oveyears. She and co-director Carol Modes developed all materials curriculum or Extraordinary Kids.


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Skyline Studios Inc. has been providingmusical theatre experiences to children onthe North Shore or the past eight years.Our classes and workshops eature songs,

dances and scenes rom Broadway musicals.Our classes improve communication skills,sel-esteem and respect or others. They en-courage students to explore their own cre-ative voices. Most o all, Skyline inspires alove or the perorming arts!

S u m m e r o n B r o a d w a y :A l a d d i n J r . N e w !Skyline StudiosTake your theatre experience to the nextlevel! Our young actors and actresses will

explore the magical take o mayhem andying carpet rides. Songs rom the musicaland the classic movie include “One JumpAhead,” “Magic Carpet,” and “FriendsLike Me.” Embark on an exciting theatri-cal experience directed by Skyline Studios.The ensemble will present their show onThursday, July 28 at 5:00 p.m. It’s going tobe a whole new world!

June 11–June 29 6201-0Monday–Friday 4:00– 6:00 p.m.Grades: 2–6

Member: $360 Non-Member: $432

T h e G l e e E x p e r i e n c e N e w !Childrens Theatre CompanyKids can perorm on stage in the Glee Ex-perience. The fnal perormance will takeplace on the last day o class.

June 18–July 23 6201-5 Monday 1:00–3:00 p.m.Grades: 2–5Member: $180 Non-Member: $216

D i s n e y M u s i c a l sW o r k s h o p N e w !Skyline StudiosDoes your child love Disney musicals likeCamp Rock , High School Musical, The Lion

King and The Little Mermaid? Studentswill get the opportunity to learn songs,choreography, and scenes rom a variety o these avorite musicals and more! Actorswill present a fnal showcase on the lastday o class.

July 16–July 20 6201-1 Monday–Friday 4:00–6:00 p.m.Grades: 1–5Member: $155 Non-Member: $186

J u k e b o x M u s i c a l sW o r k s h o p N e wSkyline Studios

Rock ‘n’ roll musicals are all the rage! This jumpin’ musical theatre workshop witeach students songs, choreography andscenes rom shows like Grease, Jersey BoysRock of Ages and more! Join us at the lastclass or a rockin’ showcase.

July 23–July 27 6201-2Monday–Friday 4:00–6:00 p.mGrades: 1–5Member: $155 Non-Member: $186

P o p M u s i c a l s

W o r k s h o p N e wSkyline StudiosThis triple threat musical theatre workshop will teach students songs, choreography and scenes rom shows like GleeMamma Mia, Hairspray, Footloose andmore! Friends and amily are invited toboogie with us at the fnal showcase on thelast day o class.

August 13–August 17 6201-3Monday–Friday 4:00–6:00 p.m

Grades: 1–5Member: $155 Non-Member: $186

T H E A T R E

To see all our parties visitwinnetkacommunityhouse.org/birthdaysor call our birthday party hotline at 847-446-3207

BUILD THE PERFECTBIRTHDAY PARTY!

Create your own personalized treasure! Instructors will assist inassembly and demonstrate decorating techniques. Our parties

will make your child's birthday an event they'll never forget!

Winnetka Community House makes birthday parties easy!Our party coordinator can help you plan your party and selectentertainment and activities. We also partner with popularvendors to help you save on food for your WCH party.




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S U M M E R C A M P SA m a z i n g M i n d sM i n i C a m p N e w !Amazing MindsThis exciting mini-camp will give your chil-dren the opportunity to see what exciting,

educational activities Amazing Minds hasto oer! The camp oers a variety o inter-active topics that will expand your child’s

knowledge o the world. For example yourchild may become a junior geologist andexplore the world o rocks and minerals,investigate owl pellets, or fnd out how tomake raisins bounce through interactivegames and scientifc experiments. Learnabout rare Australian animals, sharks,whales and dolphins or other animals inthe animal kingdom. Excavate hidden trea-sures rom an ancient Egyptian tomb, or

sample the ethnic cuisine o China or Italy.All materials are included.


June 11–June 15 6610-3Monday–Friday 1:00– 2:30 p.m.Grades: 1–3Member: $135 Non-Member: $162

C h e s s W i z a r d s C a m pChess WizardsWould you like to go on a journey to learncool openings, mid-games with all the pins,double attacks, endgames and even bug-house? Would you like to be a part o asuccessul chess team, designed to cater toall levels o chess players? I so, come joinChess Wizards or this new camp! Camp-ers will learn how to play chess in a unatmosphere, with both indoor and outdooractivities. This camp is or beginning andintermediate level players. No previous ex-perience is needed! Children should bringtheir own lunch and a drink, but snackswill be provided. All campers will receivea chessboard, a Chess Wizards T-shirt,scorebook, trophy, work older, and cer-

tifcate o achievement!June 18–June 22 7720-7Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Grades: K–8Member: $220 Non-Member: $264

August 6–August 10 7720-8Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Grades: K–8Member: $220 Non-Member: $264

T h e J o y o f C r e a t i v i t yA r t C a m p N e wCarole Pearlman

Join us or a summer o creative exploration! We will utilize many materials including watercolors, oil pastels, temperapaint, collage and more. Each morning begins with a “ree draw,” the introduction

to the project through a story, and thenthe independent creating. Campers wilenjoy a new project every day.

June 12–July 26 6803-0Tuesday Thursday 9:15–11:15 a.mAges: 4–7Member: $406 Non-Member: $546

F a n t a s y D a n c e C a m pMeghann MuellerThis very popular camp incorporatesimagination, movement, pantomime, mu

sic, dance and enchanting costumes tomake or a wonderul summer experienceEach week we will explore a theme, learnbasic ballet, improve our motor skillscomplete an arts and crat project, andenjoy a yummy snack. Boys are welcomePlease have your child toilet-trained asthe instructor will not change diapersEach child will receive a special surpriseduring the last week o camp. This campmeets one day a week or two hours. Thesame theme is used each day or a weekHowever, you may register or more thanone day a week.

June 12–July 24 6412-1Tuesday 9:30–11:30 a.mAges: 3–4Member: $196 Non-Member: $238

June 13–July 25 6412-2Wednesday 9:30–11:30 a.mAges: 3–4Member: $168 Non-Member: $204

June 14–July 26 6412-3Thursday 9:30–11:30 a.mAges: 3–4Member: $196 Non-Member: $238

June 15–July 27 6412-4Friday 9:30–11:30 a.mAges: 3–4Member: $196 Non-Member: $238


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T i n y T o t D a n c e C a m p N e w ! Meghann MuellerThis very popular camp incorporatesimagination, movement, pantomime, mu-sic, dance and enchanting costumes tomake or a wonderul summer experience.Each week we will explore a theme, learnbasic ballet, improve our motor skills,complete an arts and crat project, and

enjoy a yummy snack. Boys are welcome.

June 11–July 23 6412-0Monday 9:30–11:30 a.m.Ages: 4–5Member: $196 Non-Member: $238

M u l t i m e d i a C l a y C a m p N e w !Gabriella VerbovszkyChildren learn to explore, imagine, and dis-cover in their own unique ways to becomecreators, innovators and problem-solvers

o the uture. Multimedia Clay Camp pro-vides to kids the chance to explore the ex-citing world o art and creativity througha wide range o multimedia activities.Campers will ocus on the creative pro-cess and develop their imagination as theyexplore the potter’s wheel and learn theart o trimming. They will also master thebasic shapes such as bowls, cylinders andplates and learn dierent ways to decorateincluding burnishing, carving and stamp-ing. Please bring a sack lunch.

June 25–June 29 7777-1 Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.Ages: 6–12Member: $199 Non-Member: $239

C a m p A m i g o sAmigos ProgramEvery day will be a special day at CampAmigos. We will laugh, play, create, sing,paint, cook and discover great wonders.Best o all, we will do it all while learningSpanish! Camp Amigos uses a highly con-trolled vocabulary introduced in conjunc-

tion with un theme days. All instructorsare experienced in early childhood and atleast one instructor is a native speaker.


S u m m e r H o o p s C a m p3Point AthleticsThe camp will ocus on drills that willimprove skill sets o individual playersin areas such as dribbling, passing, shoot-ing, deense and teamwork. The ultimategoal will be daily ull-court scrimmagesthat will showcase all o the drills honedthroughout the week. All campers will

receive a 3Point Athletics t-shirt. Pleasesend your child with a lunch.

July 16–July 20 5900-2Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.Grades: 1–6Member: $270 Non-Member: $324

H o t S h o t s S p o r t sS u m m e r S p o r t s C a m pHot Shots Sports

Join us or our annual Summer Campwhere kids participate in a stimulatingand competitive environment. Focus willbe on helping the kids with teamwork andundamentals while playing a variety o sports throughout the week. Prizes andawards will be given out daily, and par-ticipants will be rewarded or eort andsportsmanship. Campers are encouragedto bring a snack and water bottle. CampHighlights: 6:1 camper-to-counselor ratio,camp t-shirt, team gameplay and competi-tion, daily prizes and awards.

August 13–August 17 5440-6Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Ages: 4–7Member: $155 Non-Member: $186

August 13–August 17 5440-7Monday–Friday 1:00–4:00 p.m.Ages: 4–7Member: $155 Non-Member: $186

August 13–August 17 5440-8Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m.Ages: 4–7Member: $330 Non-Member: $396

3 P o i n t A t h l e t i c sM u l t i - S p o r t C a m p3Point Athletics

Join us this summer as we have un playingsome o our avorite PE and playgroundgames. Our Multi-Sport Camp is designedto include a variety o sports and gamesrom basketball and soccer to whie-bal

and kick ball. We also challenge the campers to help create their own game throughout the week so they can put their ownpersonal stamp on the un-flled activitiesThis program will keep your child activein an enjoyable environment.

July 23–July 27 5900-1Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.mAges: 6–12Member: $270 Non-Member: $324

3 P t A t h l e t i c s : D a n a

L e o n a r d B a s k e t b a l l C a m p3Point AthleticsDana Leonard will run a camp/clinic tohelp players improve their skills in balhandling, passing, shooting and ootworkDana will teach players the secrets o hergame in this all-encompassing skill development camp/clinic. The camp/clinic wilpiece together a player’s oensive gamebuild confdence in game situations, andmaximize each camper’s potential.

April 14–June 16 5311-0Saturday 4:00–5:00 p.mGrades: 1–3Member: $220 Non-Member: $264No class: 5/5, 5/26

April 14–June 16 5311-1Saturday 5:00–6:00 p.mGrades: 4–6Member: $220 Non-Member: $264No class: 5/5, 5/26


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C h i c a g o B u l l s B a s k e t b a l lS c h o o l sBulls/Sox AcademyThe Chicago Bulls are coming to yourneighborhood! This summer, learn romthe best and let the Chicago Bulls teachyou how to play like a champion. For over17 years, the Chicago Bulls have broughtquality basketball camps to boys andgirls throughout Chicagoland. More than

45,000 youth basketball players have de-

veloped essential basketball undamentalsincluding ball handling, passing, shoot-ing, rebounding, individual moves, oot-work and team concepts. High school andcollege courts across the country are hometo graduates o a Chicago Bulls BasketballSummer Camp. We work on every part o your child’s game. On the fnal day all par-ticipants will receive an evaluation ormand graduation certifcate. Student to in-structor ratio will be 10:1 or less. EveryChicago Bulls summer camp participantreceives an exclusive Uniter Center expe-rience. Each camp participant, along withone guest, will be invited to the UnitedCenter, home o the Chicago Bulls, or aquestion and answer session with a Bullspersonality and a current and or ormerBulls player! During the camp each playerwill compete in the Bulls Skills Competi-tion. At the end o the summer, the topthree contestants will compete in the

fnals on the oor o the United Center

(date TBD). Each camper will receive aChicago Bulls duel bag, Bulls indoor/outdoor basketball, t-shirt, evaluationreport and graduation certifcate. Therookie camp or children ages 6¬–8 is abeginner camp ocused on building un-damentals and un drills to get the kidsto understand the game and improve theirplay. For the older kids ages 9–12, coacheswork on the “team” concept and refningand advancing the skills or the serious orsoon-to-be serious player.

Rookie CampAugust 6–August 10 5099-6Monday–Friday 8:30–11:30 a.m.Ages: 6–8Member: $199 Non-Member: $199

Veteran CampAugust 6–August 10 5099-7Monday–Friday 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Ages: 9–12Member: $199 Non-Member: $199

H o o p s 4 H e a l t h L i t t l eB a l l e r s C a m pHoops4HealthOur basketball summer camp will helpthe beginner and advanced basketballplayer. Each week will cater to a dier-ent undamental basketball skill. Theseskills include shooting, dribbling, passing,rebounding, and deense. We will alsoteach proper teamwork and sportsman-ship, which is vital to becoming a strongbasketball player. We will also teach therules o the game. Our proessional sta has worked with kids o all ages and skilllevels. We take great pride in personal at-tention and hands on teaching. There willbe many un games and prizes throughoutthe clinic. We will develop how to play in5-on-5 games while using proper spacingand teamwork. At the end o the camp wewill have a 5-on-5 tournament with medalsand trophies. Our goal is that each player

comes out with a better understandingo how to play the game and develop theundamental basketball skills necessary toexcel at the game.

June 18–June 29 5312-1 Monday Wednesday Friday11:30 a.m.– 1:00 p.m.Grades: K–3$180

H o o p s 4 H e a l t h S k i l l sB a s k e t b a l l C a m pHoops4HealthThis camp will ocus on a dierent bas-

ketball skill each day. Players will be bro- ken down by age and skill. We cater toall players rom basic to advanced. Eachweek will eature many un unique drillsand games. Hoops4Health proessionalsta will be on hand each day workingto build the undamental basketball skillsnecessary to excel at the game. Final weekwill conclude with a 3-on-3 tournament aswell as medals and trophies.

June 18–June 28 5312-2Monday–Thursday 1:30–3:00 p.m.Grades: 4–12$240

SPRING BREAK CAMPS

3 P o i n t A t h l e t i c s C a m p3Point AthleticsOur signature camps help participants develop their game in an organized, inclusiveand un atmosphere. We ollow a balanceddaily schedule that includes the right doseo contemporary undamental drills withthe perect amount o our most populargames, contests and competitions to keep

the gym hopping. Sessions include scrimmage and tournament play. The positiveexperience and memorable moments youget to keep! All participants receive a3Point Athletics camp shirt.

March 26–March 30 5103-2Monday–Friday 12:00–3:00 p.mGrades: 1–6Member: $168 Non-Member: $202

H o t S h o t s S p o r t s a n d M o r eHot Shots Sports

The camp eatures a variety o sports including soccer, baseball, basketball, oorhockey, ootball, kickball and more. Awide range o group games will be playedInstruction will ocus on basic undamentals and good sportsmanship. Each camperwill receive a camp shirt and basketballCampers should bring a snack each day.

March 26–March 30 5103-1Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.mAges: 4–7Member: $175 Non-Member: $210


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Y O U T H A T H L E T I C S

3 P o i n t A t h l e t i c s B a s k e t b a l l C l i n i c s3Point AthleticsWith 12 years o experience running quality, instructional youth basketball programs inthe Chicagoland area, 3Point Athletics is excited to bring its dedicated and engaging sta to Winnetka Community House. This spring we will be oering our unique blend o un-damental drills mixed with a non-competitive and un atmosphere that will be sure to keepyour child excited about learning and participating in our avorite sport. All individualand team skills will be introduced with a stress on dribbling and ball handling. Come joinus this spring and prepare or your upcoming season by building your confdence with the3Point Athletics sta. Register early! Space is limited.

April 9–June 4 5113-5 Monday 3:45–4:45 p.m.

Grades: 1–2Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 5/7

April 9–June 4 5113-6Monday 4:45–5:45 p.m.Grades: 3–5Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 5/7

April 11–June 6 5113-7Wednesday 3:45–4:45 p.m.Grades: 3–5

Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 5/9

April 11–June 6 5113-8Wednesday 4:45–5:45 p.m.Grades: 1–2Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 5/9

3 P o i n t A t h l e t i c sL i t t l e H o o p e r s3Point AthleticsDesigned or kids, Little Hoopers is anintroduction to basic basketball or thebeginner. Classes provide a comortableand un environment as participants learnthe undamentals o the sport with anemphasis on dribbling and ball handling3Point’s engaging sta plan activitiesthat help develop basic motor skills, handto eye coordination and ollowing directions. Participants receive a Little Hoopers shirt.

April 20–June 8 5111-0Friday 1:00–1:45 p.mAges: 4–6Member: $133 Non-Member: $160No class: 5/4

June 15–July 27 5115-0Friday 12:00–12:45 p.mAges: 4–6Member: $114 Non-Member: $137No class: 7/6


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P l a y & C l a yMark Miller and Brenda Ewing Interested in sports and ceramics but can’tmake up your mind about what to do thisall? Try both! Spend 45 minutes in ourgymnasium playing recreational games suchas soccer, basketball, kickball and more.Through teamwork and sportsmanship weoer a nurturing atmosphere or learning

the undamentals o a variety o sports.Next, students visit the ceramics studioor 45 minutes working on creative projectsthat have sports intertwined. This is agreat opportunity to develop both largeand small motor skills in a un environment.Classes begin in the gymnasium and end ina classroom.

April 13–June 8 5104-9Friday 9:15–10:45 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $256 Non-Member: $307

No class: 5/4

June 15–August 3 5750-0Friday 9:15–10:45 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $224 Non-Member: $269No class: 7/6

S p o r t s ‘ N ’ S c i e n c eMad Science and Mark MillerWhat a combination! Mad Science and MarkMiller have teamed up to oer you a greatcombination class. Your child will experience45 minutes o hands-on science un whereour young scientists will explore a newspectacular topic each week. They will alsoenjoy 45 minutes o high-energy athleticsin the gym designed to teach children basicsports skills and enhance overall physicaldevelopment. Classes begin in the classroomand end in the gymnasium.

March 19–May 21 5100-2Monday 1:30–3:00 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $256 Non-Member: $307No class: 3/26, 5/7

F a t h e r & M e F o o t b a l lMark MillerMark Miller’s Father & Me Footballis a program or children ages 3–5 thatteaches the students the basic conceptso ootball rules, catching/throwing andag-pulling. Teamwork and sportsmanshipare emphasized. The philosophy o MarkMiller’s ootball program is to provide basics

in a relaxed and un environment.

April 14–June 9 5107-1 Saturday 12:30–1:00 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/5, 5/26

June 16–August 4 5750-1 Saturday 12:30–1:00 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 7/7

P a r e n t & M e M u n c h k i n T e n n i sMark MillerMark Miller is the creator o Mark Miller’sMunchkin Tennis where he and his sta use a unique style o teaching tennis toyoung children. Hand-eye coordination drillsand un games are emphasized in a relaxedenvironment. Your children will learn the

key building blocks to playing a great gameo tennis.

April 14–June 9 5107-7Saturday 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/5, 5/26

June 16–August 4 5750-2Saturday 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 7/7

P a r e n t & M e S o c c e rMark MillerThis program gives children an opportunityto learn the game o soccer. With instructionrom Mark Miller and his sta, children willearn basic skills, coordination drills, and ungames in a relaxed and un environment.

April 14–June 9 5107-3

Saturday 1:00–1:30 p.m.Ages: 3–6Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/5, 5/26

June 16–August 4 5750-3Saturday 1:00–1:30 p.m.Ages: 3–6Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 7/7

M a r k M i l l e r ’ sM u n c h k i n T e n n i sMark MillerMark Miller is the creator o Mark Miller’sMunchkin Tennis where he and his stause a unique style o teaching tennis toyoung children. Hand-eye coordination drillsand un games are emphasized in a relaxedenvironment. Your children will learn the

key building blocks to playing a great gameo tennis.

April 14–June 9 5107-5

Saturday 12:00–12:30 p.m.Ages: 4–8Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/5, 5/26

June 16–August 4 5750-4Saturday 12:00–12:30 p.m.Ages: 4–8Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 7/7

T o d d l e r D r o p - i n G y mAre you looking or a place to meet new

riends and have your toddler exercise andrun-o their energy? Tot Time is the place todo it. We have a balance beam, hoops, ballsscooters and much more or your child to useParticipants must wear gym shoes. No oodallowed. Parents must remain with children.April 4–June 6Closed May 9Wednesday 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Ages: Inant–5$3 frst child $1 each additional child



L i l ’ P i g s k i n s - P i g l e t sHot Shots SportsChildren will love the games and activitiesthat Piglets has to oer. As with all Lil’Pigskins’ curriculums, un is the ocus

o the class. Our activities help increaselistening skills, balance and coordination.The class provides an enjoyable, structuredenvironment where players will also learncolors and numbers. The Piglets classis appropriate as the child’s irst Lil’Pigskins’ class. Adult/parent participationis required.

April 5–June 7 5108-4Thursday 9:00–9:50 a.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $168 Non-Member: $202

No class: 5/3, 5/10April 5–June 7 5108-7Thursday 10:40–11:30 a.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 5/3, 5/10

April 5–June 7 5108-5 Thursday 1:00–1:50 p.m.Ages: 2–3Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 5/3, 5/10

L i l ’ P i g s k i n s - P i g s B e g i n n e r sHot Shots SportsIn this age group, it is easy or children toget distracted and lose interest in activities.Our curriculum is specifcally designed to

be ast-paced and to quickly transition romone ootball activity to another. Playersstart to learn and develop key ootball skillswhile just playing un games with a ootball.Every class children get to throw, kick, runand jump.

April 5–June 7 5108-9Thursday 9:50–10:40 a.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 5/3, 5/10

June 13–August 1 5440-3Wednesday 3:15–4:00 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $140 Non-Member: $168No class: 7/4

L i l ’ P i g s k i n s - E d g e C l a s s e sHot Shots SportsThe Edge Classes are designed or childrenwho already have ootball experience andwant more o a challenge. The curriculum

improves athletic ability and increasesootball knowledge. The Edge Classes helpyour child gain an edge on the competition

April 5–June 7 5109-1Thursday 1:50–2:40 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 5/3, 5/10


L i l ’ P i g s k i n s - E d g e A d v a n c e dHot Shots SportsThis class is or children 6–9 years o agewho want more o a challenge than theIntermediate Edge classes. This course stillocuses on un, but promotes teamwork,overall athletic ability, undamental ootballskills, and more details about the game oootball.



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H o t S h o t s A d u l t - T o t S p o r t sHot Shots SportsParents are an integral part o helping theirtots develop basic sports movement andmotor skills. Motor skills activities ocuson hand/eye and hand/oot coordination.Sports equipment and instruction areprovided to help guide your child throughan introduction to organized sports.

April 3–June 5 5105-1 Tuesday 10:15–11:00 a.m.Ages: 2–4Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/8

H o t S h o t s I n d o o r F l o o rH o c k e y L e a g u eHot Shots SportsCome indoors this summer and enjoy theHot Shots Indoor Floor Hockey League.

The frst week will be used as an evaluationor team placement. Teams and coacheswill then be assigned. In the weeks toollow, teams will have a short practice eachweek ollowed by league games. Hockeyundamentals as well as game strategy,teamwork, sportsmanship and saety willbe stressed each week. Participants will berequired to have the ollowing equipment:helmet, shinguards and gloves. Each teammember will receive a team t-shirt.

June 13–August 1 5440-2

Wednesday 5:15–6:15 p.m.Ages: 7–10Member: $140 Non-Member: $168No class: 7/4

H o t S h o t s P a r e n t T o t S o c c e rHot Shots SportsYoung children develop motor skills whilehaving un running and kicking just like thebig kids! Parents and tots work togetherin this class, learning the basics o soccer.Dribbling, passing, shooting and kicking willall be emphasized. A variety o activitiesdesigned around the game o soccer will be

played each week.

April 4–June 6 5105-3Wednesday 9:30–10:15 a.m.Ages: 2–4Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/9

H o t S h o t s P e e W e e S o c c e rHot Shots SportsLet your child’s early soccer experience bea great one. The younger player develops

not only their soccer skills but also gainsconfdence, coordination, motor skills andcommunication. The program uses age-appropriate drills and exercises to teachplayers kicking, ball control, dribbling,shooting and more. Each class is designedto develop endurance, promote goodsportsmanship and teamwork.

April 6–June 8 5106-1 Friday 3:45–4:30 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 4/13, 5/4

June 11–July 30 5440-1 Monday 4:30–5:15 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $160 Non-Member: $192

H o t S h o t s T o t a l S p o r t sHot Shots SportsTotal Sports not only teaches children thebasic skills o playing a particular sport, italso teaches them skills needed to work withone another as teammates, and to accepteach individual as a valuable player. Someo the sports taught and played includesoccer, kickball, ootball, t-ball, oor hockey

basketball and more.

April 4–June 6 5105-7Wednesday 10:15–11:15 a.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $189 Non-Member: $227No class: 5/9

April 6–June 8 5105-8Friday 1:15–2:15 p.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 4/13, 5/4

April 6–June 8 5105-9Friday 4:30–5:30 p.m.Ages: 5–7Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 4/13, 5/4

June 11–July 30 5440-0Monday 3:30–4:30 p.m.Ages: 5–7Member: $160 Non-Member: $192

H o t S h o t s T r i p l e P l a yHot Shots SportsThis class eatures three sports: ootballsoccer and basketball. Participants developskills associated with each sport and haveopportunities to use these skills in gamesituations. Emphasis is placed on skildevelopment, teamwork and sportsmanship

April 2–June 4 5106-3Monday 1:15–2:15 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $168 Non-Member: $202No class: 5/7, 5/28

D a n a L e o n a r d G r o u p B a s k e t b a l l T r a i n i n gDana Leonard BasketballIndividual training is an eective means or a player to improve. Dana Leonard Basket-ball Lessons helps players improve their game through private & semi-private trainingsessions. We work closely with each player, parent, and coach to develop and implementtraining programs that provide measureable results. The basics o basketball are intro-duced in a structured learning environment where the player does not eel the pressureo perormance. As the player’s skill level increases, the confdence o eeling preparedin a competitive game situation will come naturally. Lessons can ocus on shooting, pass-ing, dribbling, deense and more to take their game to the next level. Trainings are perhour. You will be contacted ater registering to determine what date(s) are available orpersonalized instruction.

5904-5 Dates and days arranged with instructorater registering.Grades 1–3One child/training $60Two children/training $35Three to Four children/training $25



M i n i - M a j o r sIllinois Baseball AcademyIllinois Baseball Academy employs some o the most accomplished and dynamic coaches

on the North Shore, many with collegeand proessional playing experience. ChrisBeacom is the President o Illinois BaseballAcademy. The Mini-Majors introductoryclinic is a un-flled way or kids to learnthe undamentals o throwing, felding, andhitting. Our goal is to help young playersgain conidence, improve coordination,and appreciate the joys o teamwork andsportsmanship. While skill developmentis a part o the program, we also spendconsiderable time each week teaching lie-skills through books and baseball history

lessons. Each participant will receive anIllinois Baseball Academy shirt.

April 2–June 4 5109-3Monday 9:00–10:00 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $184 Non-Member: $221No class: 5/7, 5/28

April 3–June 5 5109-4Tuesday 1:00–2:00 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $207 Non-Member: $248

No class: 5/8

April 4–June 6 5109-5 Wednesday 1:00–2:00 p.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $207 Non-Member: $248No class: 5/9

April 13–June 8 5109-6Friday 10:00–11:00 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $161 Non-Member: $193No class: 5/4, 5/11

F e n c i n gMidwest Fencing AcademyThe Olympic sport o encing demands ablend o tactical and strategic thought and

a physical execution o those decisions.This has led many to describe the sportas “physical chess.” Fencing also teachesbalance and discipline and even more thanthis, it’s un! Fencing is or those new toencing or those who would like to workon the basic skills o encing. This class willcover basic encing rules, encing etiquette,basic ootwork, attacks, and deenses.Classes will consist o warm up time,ootwork time, group lesson and bouting.Equipment is provided.

March 28–May 2 5005-6Wednesday 4:00–5:00 p.m.Ages: 7 and upMember: $215 Non-Member: $258

May 16–June 20 5005-7Wednesday 4:00–5:00 p.m.Ages: 7 and upMember: $215 Non-Member: $258

D y n a m i c F i t n e s s T r a i n i n gHoops4HealthOur ftness training combine program is amixture o strength/core/balance, speed/agility/endurance, hand/eye coordination/exibility, and vertical jump plyometricsall in an eight session series. Instead oconcentrating on just one area it allows theparticipant to get a comprehensive overview

o all our dynamic ftness training programsThis is always a good starter program orany athlete. The program is designed orthe basketball athlete but will beneft thoseo any sports as well one just trying to getmore ft.

April 5–June 7 5114-6Thursday 4:30–5:30 p.mGrades: 4–12$255No class: 5/3, 5/10

s p r i n g L i t t l e B a l l e r s C l i n i cHoops4HealthEach week will cater to a dierentundamental basketball skill. These skillsinclude shooting, dribbling, passingrebounding, and deense. We will also teachproper teamwork and sportsmanship whichis vital to becoming a strong basketbalplayer. Our proessional sta has workedwith kids o all ages and skill levels. Wetake great pride in personal attention andhands-on teaching. There will be many un

games and prizes throughout the clinicWe will also develop how to play in 5-on5 games while using proper spacing andteamwork. We will also teach the rules othe game. Our goal is that each player comesout with a better understanding o how toplay the game and develop the undamentabasketball skills necessary to excel at thegame.

April 1–June 10 5312-0Sunday 4:00–5:30 p.mGrades: K–3

$240No class: 4/8, 5/6, 5/27



G y m R e n t a l sEver wish you could use a gymnasium to participate in basketballwith all your own riends? Well this is possible at WinnetkaCommunity House! Our gymnasium is available or rental on aweekly or one–time basis. Call 847-446-0537 or rates and times.

O p e n G y mEnjoy a pick-up game o basketball with your riends, meet newpeople and have un. Our backboards and rims are adjustable romeight to ten eet so all ages and skill levels are welcome. Lockerrooms and showers are available. Times are subject to changeCheck the posted schedule, or call or times and directions.Daily Fee: $3 (Free with Fitness Centre membership)Gym Punchcards: $25 or 10 visitsApril 1–August 19Closed: April 8, May 6, 20Sunday 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Do you need a get-a-way or you and your children?

Do your children want riends over but you don’t want the mess?

Do you want to have more get-togethers but don’t have the space?

Cons ider rent ing the Free to be Kids ch i ldcare room!

The F r e e t o b e K i d s c h i l d c a r e r o o m i sb r i gh t , s pa c i o u sand f u l l y s t o c k ed w i t h t o y s , gam e s ,bo o k s , and m o r e !The r o o m i s a v a i l ab l e M o ndayt h r o ugh S unday f r o m1 : 00–8 : 00 p . m . We p r o v i d e t h es pac e , y o u p r o v i d e t h e s upe r v i s i o n .

P l ea s e c a l l ( 847 ) 881 -9304 f o r m o r ei n f o r m a t i o n and r o o m av a i l ab i l i t y .

Winnetka Community House makes birthday

parties easy! We offer full service birthday partieswith complete set up and clean up. Our party

coordinator can help you plan your party and

select from a variety of entertainers and activi-

ties. We also partner with popular vendors to help

you save on food for your WCH party. Our parties

will make your child's birthday an event they'll

never forget!

PARTIES SO EASY THEYMIGHT AS WELL BE MAGIC

To see all our parties visit winnetkacommunityhouse.org/birthdays or call 847-446-3207


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K A R A T EA b o u t O u r K a r a t e P r o g r a mTraditional Karate is a martial art which emphasizes the principles and applications o weaponless sel-deense. Our Karate Programollows a systemized belt ranking or all participants. There are 11 belt levels (kyu) beore frst-degree black belt (shodan). A new studenis assigned the white belt rank (eleventh kyu). One must ulfll certain requirements under normal practice conditions and in a tes

environment to secure progressive promotions up to and including the black belt (dan) levels. When one has acquired a strong oundatioin the undamentals o Karate, he or she can be promoted to the rank o frst degree black belt.Uniorms, belt tests and tournaments. are optional and will incur additional costs.

M E E T O U R K A R A T E I N S T R U C T O RFrank Chrzanowski, chie instructor, developed the Traditional Karate Program or Winnetka Community House in 1989. He has trainedin Karate since 1975 and has attained the rank o ourth degree black belt in the Japan Karate Association. He has been eatured in articlesin the Chicago Tribune, the Sun Times and the Pioneer Press, and has appeared on local and national television programs.

Ron Stein has trained in karate since 1981 and is a third degree black belt in the Japan Karate Association. His karate experience extendsto Europe and Japan, where he lived or our years, training under many instructors and studying various Japanese martial arts. His

karate teaching experience includes The University o Chicago, The University o Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the United StatesMarine Corps in Tokyo. He has been with Winnetka Community House Karate Program since 1994.

Level: Class: Dates Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member:

Pee Wee Karate 5102-4 April 5–June 28 Tuesday, Thursday 3:10–3:40 p.m. 4–5 $390 $468

Class times will change rom June 12–30. More inormation will be available through your instructor.

Students may also enroll in the second hal o the current Winter/Spring 2012 Session (April 5–June 30). Please visit winnetkacommunity-

house.org/karate or details and pricing.

P e e W e e K a r a t e Students learn how to control their energy levels and concentration through study o undamental Karate principles. Participants willearn how to ollow instructions and exercise sel control in a un and exciting environment.

B e g i n n e r K a r a t e IThis is an introduction to Karate. No experience is necessary. (Beginner to Orange Belt/White Stripe)

B e g i n n e r K a r a t e I IStudents must have the belt rank o orange or yellow belt to participate.

I n t e r m e d i a t e K a r a t e Students may join with the permission o the instructor.

K a r a t e Curriculum enables the beginner through advanced student to develop an eective orm o sel-deense. Keen perception skills and a mindthat is increasingly alert and sensitive are acquired. Students learn how to relax in stressul conditions and keep an emotional balance.

A d u l t K a r a t e Students seek the human body’s most complete mental and physical development through sel-deense techniques. An extraordinaryuidity o perception and sel-deense skill can be achieved.


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T A E K W O N D OTaekwondo, one o the newest Olympic sports, is a 2000-year-old martial art, oering a variety o benefts or people o all ages andphysical abilities. Students have the opportunity to improve concentration and sel-esteem, achieve lielong physical ftness and learnsel-deense skills. Classes are taught under the direction o G.Master Ki Hong Kim* (8th Dan World Taekwondo Federation.) A $45uniorm ee is required at the frst class. Belt testing is oered through The KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional ee and is held twice year. All colored-belt students are required to have complete sparring gears.

L i t t l e D r a g o n s T a e k w o n d oThis introductory class is designed to captivate the interest o our youngest students. Skills are developed through gentle instruction anappropriate games or their ability. This class ocuses on developing balance, coordination and respect or the discipline o martial arttraining.

Class: Level: Day: Date: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member:

5100-8 Beginner–White Friday April 6–June 8 4:00–4:40 p.m. 4–5 $130 $1565100-9 Yellow/Orange/Green Friday April 6–June 8 4:45–5:25 p.m. 4–5 $130 $1565000-0 Beginner–White Friday June 15–August 24 4:00–4:40 p.m. 4–5 $143 $1725000-1 Yellow/Orange/Green Friday June 15–August 24 4:45–5:25 p.m. 4–5 $143 $1725000-3 Purple and up Friday June 15–August 24 7:10–8:00 p.m. 4–7 $143 $172

E a r l y T a e k w o n d oDesigned especially or the younger children o 6–7 years, this program helps kids develop conditioning, coordination, listening skills ansel-confdence through creative activities.


5101-3 White/Yellow/ Friday April 6–June 8 5:30–6:15 p.m. 6–7 $130 $156Orange/Green

5101-4 Purple and up Friday April 6–June 8 7:10–8:00 p.m. 6–7 $130 $1565000-2 White/Yellow/ Friday June 15–August 24 5:30–6:15 p.m. 6–7 $143 $172

Orange/Green

Y o u t h T a e k w o n d oThis program includes a balanced cardiovascular workout, including punching, kicking, and blocking skills, using the Taekwondo tradtion, and sel-control. Participants will improve coordination, power o concentration, balance, and both physical and mental discipline.


5101-7 White–Green Friday April 6–June 8 6:20–7:10 p.m. 8–13 $130 $1565101-8 Purple and up Friday April 6–June 8 7:10–8:00 p.m. 8–13 $130 $1565000-4 White–Green Friday June 15–August 24 6:20–7:10 p.m. 8–13 $143 $172 5000-55000-5 Purple and up Friday June 15–August 24 7:10–8:00 p.m. 8–13 $143 $172

P a r e n t / C h i l d T a e k w o n d oThis class provides amilies with a un opportunity to spend time together while improving physical and mental conditioning througcardiovascular drills, calisthenics, and traditional Taekwondo techniques including punching, kicking, and blocking. Fee includes instru

tion or one parent and one child.


5102-0 All belts Friday April 6–June 8 7:10–8:00 p.m. 7 and up $260 $3125000-6 All belts Friday June 15–August 24 7:10–8:00 p.m. 7 and up $286 $343

A d u l t T a e k w o n d oRestricted to high school students and older, this program concentrates on Taekwondo techniques through the study o orms, stanceand the skills o punching, kicking, and blocking. Class: Level: Day: Date: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member:

5102-2 All Belts Friday April 6–June 8 7:10 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Adult $130 $1565000-7 All belts Friday June 15–Auguest 24 7:10 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Adult $143 $172




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C E R A M I C SS c h o o l ’ s O u t C e r a m i cW o r k s h o p N e w !Gabriella VerbovszkySpend your day o with us playing in themud! Children will have the opportunity towork with clay both on the wheel and tohand build. Let your imagination run wild!

April 6 7725-1 Friday 1:00–4:00 p.m.Ages: 6–12Member: $50 Non-Member: $60

A l l A b o u t t h e S e a N e w !Gabriella VerbovszkyCome and learn about lie in the sea. Manyo us do not know much about fsh, seaplants, sea mammals, sea birds and othersea creatures. Each week will ocus on adierent animal while exploring clay withcolor, texture and design.

June 16–August 11 7690-1 Saturday 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Ages: 6–12Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 6/30

C l a y a n d t h e H o r s e N e w !Gabriella VerbovszkyLearn about the relationship betweenman and horse throughout history. Thisclass will ocus on the origin, drawing andanatomy o the horse as well as horsebackriding and storytelling.

June 16–August 11 7695-1 Saturday 1:00–3:00 p.m.Ages: 8–13Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 6/30

C r e a t i n g w i t h C l a yBrenda Ewing Let your child’s imagination run wild. Usinglow fre clay and glazes, children will play themorning away, while creating a variety o projects. Through storytelling, clay projectsand their own active imagination, childrenwill learn the joys o art. Materials and clayprovided. Dress or mess!

April 13–June 8 7605-4Friday 9:00–9:45 a.m.Ages: 3–5Member: $184 Non-Member: $224No class: 5/4

P l a n e s , T r a i n s , C a r sa n d S p a c e s h i p sGreg SchultzWant to make your own toys and models?Love fre trucks and race cars? Combinethem to make a racing fre truck! Like StarWars and want your own land speeder or

your action fgures? We’ll make them in thisclass and then you will take them home toplay with! Bring your imagination.

June 12–August 7 7693-3Tuesday 4:00–5:00 p.m.Ages: 5–8Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 7/3

D o w n a n d D i r t yAlexis OrtizYou need to reconnect with the earth and

what better way than by playing withdirt, or clay. Let’s get together and makebeautiully weird things to keep and giveaway. Independent projects are highlyencouraged and so is music!

June 17–August 12 7687-5 Sunday 1:00–3:30 p.m.Ages: 8–12Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 7/1

E g y p t i a n A r t - M a k i n g N e w !Gabriella VerbovszkyTravel back in history and rediscover an-cient Egypt, its women, sacred animals,oods, rituals and adornments. Studentswill be able to recreate history by makingpottery, jewelry and paintings using clayand decorative techniques.

June 11–August 6 7610-3Monday 4:00–6:00 p.m.Ages: 6–12Member: $200 Non-Member: $240No class: 7/2

P l a y & C l a yMark Miller and Brenda Ewing Interested in sports and ceramics but can’tmake up your mind about what to do thisall? Try both! Spend 45 minutes in ourgymnasium playing recreational games suchas soccer, basketball, kickball and moreThrough teamwork and sportsmanship we

oer a nurturing atmosphere or learning theundamentals o a variety o sports. Nextstudents visit the ceramics studio or creativeprojects that have sports intertwined. Thisis a great opportunity to develop both largeand small motor skills in a un environmentClasses begin in the gymnasium and end ina classroom.

April 13–June 8 5104-9Friday 9:15–10:45 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $256 Non-Member: $307

No class: 5/4

June 15–August 3 5750-0Friday 9:15–10:45 a.m.Ages: 4–6Member: $224 Non-Member: $269No class: 7/6

A d v a n c e d J u n i o r C e r a m i c sGreg SchultzFor the maturing maker, this class willocus on developing student ideas to create

ulflled objects rom clay. Students willlearn hand building techniques such as slabcoil, and pinching as well as throwing on thewheel to orm a repertoire o constructiontechniques useul throughout the artist’scareer. Unstructured play and explorationo materials and techniques are highlyencouraged.

June 14–August 2 7655-5 Thursday 4:00–6:00 p.m.Ages: 11 and upMember: $200 Non-Member: $240



Wheelthrowing for BeginnersRemember that scene in Ghost? Playing in mud is memorable

and this is your chance to find out why!Thursdays, 7:00–10:00 p.m. March 8–May 31

Beginning PotteryThis class will cover the basics from A to Z.Sundays, 4:00–6:15 p.m. March 11–June 3

Wheel & Hand BuildingAn introduction to the potter’s wheel and hand built projects.Mondays, 6:00–8:30 p.m. March 12–May 21

Ceramics - All LevelsFrom a lump of clay to finished vessel, all the steps are

covered during the semester.Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. March 14–May 30

Set the Table, Please!Make delicate bowls, big beautiful vases, and more!Wednesdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m. March 14–May 30

Afternoon Handbuilding forthe HomeCreate unique and useful pieces.Tuesdays, 1:00–3:30 p.m. March 13–May 22

Kids Wheelven small hands can create beautiful and practical things. Wednesdays, 3:45–5:15 p.m. March 14–May 30 Ages 8 and

Down and Dirtyet’s get together and make beautifully weird things! Sundays, 1:00–3:30 p.m. March 11–June 3 Ages 8–12

Advanced Junior Ceramicsocus on developing ideas to create fun objects. Thursdays, 4:00–6:00 p.m. March 8–May 31 Ages 11 an

Teen Wheelou are never too old to get dirty and be creative! Wednesdays, 6:00–8:30 p.m. March 14–May 30 Ages 13–17

Planes, Trains, Cars and SpaceshipsMake your own toys and models to play with at home! Tuesdays, 4:00–5:00 p.m. March 13–May 22 Ages 5–8

Multimedia Madness!et’s use anything to make everything! The sky’s the limit. Mondays, 3:45–5:00 p.m. March 12–May 21 Ages 8–12

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A D U L T C E R A M I C S

A d u l t W h e e l t h r o w i n g :A l l L e v e l sGabriella Verbovszky

This is a class designed or all levels,whether you intend to work on the wheelor preer to handbuild. I your desire is tomake delicate pieces, big beautiul vases ordinner settings, then this is the class oryou. Learn to dream and experiment withnew orms and methods o processing clay.

June 13–August 8 7645-5 Wednesday 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.AdultMember: $240 Non-Member: $288No class: 7/4

A f t e r n o o n H a n d b u i l d i n gf o r t h e H o m eGreg SchultzHandbuilding is a low-key and low-impactapproach to making unctional pottery. Wewill use hump and slump molds, cardboardtubes and improvised orms to quickly createunique plates, cups and more. Dependingon your designs, you will create with tanstoneware or glazes or low fre white or

detailed painting. Bring an apron and someimages o avorite objects and let’s have un!

June 12–August 7 7686-3Tuesday 1:00–3:30 p.m.AdultMember: $240 Non-Member: $288No class: 7/3

W h e e l t h r o w i n gf o r B e g i n n e r sGreg Schultz

Remember that scene in Ghost? Almosteverybody does. What makes playing inmud so memorable? Come ind out! Forfrst-timers and those who have not thrownsince college or high school, this class is liketraining wheels or your hands. You willlearn how to make cups, bowls plates andin the second session, teapots. We will usestoneware and the best Shimpo wheels andall our work will be dishwasher, microwaveand ood sae. Tools and clay are provided.Please bring an apron and an old towel to

keep yoursel clean.

June 14–August 2 7660-5 Thursday 7:00–10:00 p.m.AdultMember: $240 Non-Member: $288

A l t e r e d S h a p e s N e w !Greg SchultzFor this class, we will take wheel-thrownand extruded orms and alter them bycutting, darting, pinching, punching andcombining to make previously unimagined

thingamajigs! Clay has a memory and we’llgive it a night to remember! Tools and clayare provided.

June 12–August 7 7688-1 Tuesday 6:30–9:00 p.m.AdultMember: $240 Non-Member: $288No class: 7/3

M e e t O u r C E R A M I C S I n s t r u c t o r s

Brenda Lee Ewing has returned to Winnet ka Community House. With almost two de-cades o teaching ceramics throughout theNorth Shore, her inspirational instructionto children and adults has been enjoyedby thousands. Her whimsical earthenwaresculptures are inspired by the curiosity and

energy her students surround her withBrenda Lee’s artwork is displayed in manyhomes across the country. She is especially adept at communicating that talent tothose who would like to create with clayShe encourages her students to rediscovertheir abilities in her classroom flled withintrigue, excitement, and un.

Alexis Ortiz received his BFA in 2001 andthen spent our years in Guatemala andsouthern Mexico working with Save theChildren and Nueva Alianza, both NGO’s

ocused on community responsibility andeducational integrity. Upon his return toChicago he began teaching with LillstreetArt Center and their outreach programArtReach, where he rose to become theirLead Teaching Artist, Assistant Directorand even served as Executive Director orthe last two years. Now re-ocusing his talents and abilities on partnerships and actuaart making, both in the classroom and as anindependent artist, Alexis joins our team oTeaching Artists and looks orward to getting his hands dirty, again.

Greg Schultz received his BFA rom Washington University in St. Louis in 1990. Hehas studied at the graduate level at SAICGreg has been studying ceramics at Lillstreet Art Center since 2002 and has alsobeen a studio member there since 2009Currently, he sells his work online and athis own studio, Schultz Studio Arts.

Gabriella Verbovszky holds a BFA romthe Cleveland Institute o Art and MFA

rom the New York State College o Ceramics at Alred University. Gabriella iscurrently studying nutrition at the Institute o Integrative Nutrition (NYC). Sheis a KUSHI Institute Certifed Macrobiotic Instructor who has ocused attentionon the dietary needs o both woman andchildren ater her mother became ill. Priorto the change in diet, Gabriella was a sommelier and received her training in Europeacquiring the highest orm o certifcationincluding WSET-Wine and Spirit Education’s Advisor o Wine Certifcate.

PRING CERAMICS CLASSES ARE GOING ON NOW!CHECK THEM OUT AND REGISTER ATWINNETKACOMMUNITYHOUSE.ORG/CERAMICS!


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Jump or joy! The Starwalk is a 20’ x 20’ air-inated balloon bounce. Experience the un o a carnival atyour party complete with scooters, balls, and hula-hoops. No instructor or entertainer is provided.

Ages: 3 and up $295 or 20 guests. $5 or each additional child.

Thrill your party guests with animals such asa Siberian chipmunk, snake, chinchilla, gecko,hedgehog, and more. Children learn about eachanimal in this inormative and un hands-on party.Ages: 5 and up $295 or 20 guests.$5 or each additional child.

I your child loves sports, this is the party or himor her! A trained instructor will lead the childrenin sporting activities such as basketball, dodge ball,oor hockey, and more. They’re sure to work upan appetite or that birthday cake!Ages: 6 and up $295 or 20 guests.$5 or each additional child.

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Let your child’s imaginationrun wild! This journey is flledwith imagination, movement,music theatre, dance, games,and costumes. Theme: Princess/

Cinderella, Barbie, Wizard o Oz, Pirate/Peter PanAges: 3–6$295 or 20 guests.$5 or each additional child.

Abracadabra! Children enjoyan amazing display o magicaltricks at this exciting party.Our proessional magicians

gear their magic to children o all ages.Ages: 4 and up$295 or 20 guests.$5 or each additional child.

This party includes everything kids love in one party! The unstarts with a magic show andends with a high-energy dance

party including group dancesand prizes.Ages: 5–12$295 or 20 guests.$5 or each additional child.

A wide variety o hands-onexperiments, spectaculardemonstrations, and chemicalmagic will be displayed.

Each child will also make aun take-home project. Allactivities have been designedand thoroughly tested to besae and mess ree.

Ages 4–5 | $300 or up to 12 guests.$325 or 13 to 20 guests.

Ages 6 and up | $300 or up to 12 guests.$325 or 13 to 20 guests.$350 or 21 to 30 guests.

PARTY PACKAGES INCLUDE• 90 minutes of party time which includes 45 minutes of enter-

tainment or instruction.• Party room setup (tables and chairs) and cleanup.

Call 847-446-3207 for bookings. Due to the increased popularityof this program, we strongly suggest that parties be booked at leasthree weeks in advance! Cancellation within 5 days of party willresult in forfeiture of fee.

CHECK OUT OUR NEWEST PARTYHIP- HOP DANCE PARTYThis party celebrates another birthday with the energy o Hip-Hop inspired dance. Everyone will be ready to burn up thedance oor while playing dance games and perorming a specialchoreographed dance or the birthday child.Ages: 7–13

$295 or 20 guests.$5 or each additional child.

OTHER PARTIES:BASKETBALL AGES

4 AND UP

CERAMICS AGES

4 AND UP

CLOWNS AGES

3 AND UP

HULA PARTY AGES

4 AND UP

MARTIAL ARTS AGES

4 AND UP

PEE WEE SPORTS

AGES 4–5

PUPPETS, STORIES, SONGS, AND MORE!

AGES 2–8

SAND ART

AGES 5 AND UP

STORY-ACTING

AGES 3 AND UP

TODDLER SING-A-LONG

AGES 2–4

WACKY RELAYS AND OTHER GOOFY GAME

AGES 5 AND UP

YOGA BASH

AGES 4–12

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F a n t a s y D a n c eMeghann MuellerClasses incorporate ballet, basic French terminology, creative movement and motor skill development. Students become more confden

with their personal and daily social skills. Each week ocuses on a theme and concludes with dress-up. Boys are encouraged to attend. Thsession culminates with a mini recital on the last class.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: No class:6411-1 April 9–May 21 Monday 9:45–10:30 a.m. 3–4 $132 $150 5/76411-2 April 9–May 21 Monday 1:45–2:30 p.m. 3–4 $132 $150 5/76411-4 April 12–May 31 Thursday 9:45–10:30 a.m. 3–4 $154 $175 5/106411-5 April 12–May 31 Thursday 12:45–1:30 p.m. 3–4 $154 $175 5/106411-8 April 12–May 31 Thursday 1:30–2:15 p.m. 3–4 $176 $200 5/106411-6 April 13–June 1 Friday 9:00–9:45 a.m. 3–4 $176 $2006411-7 April 13–June 1 Friday 9:45–10:30 a.m. 2.5–3 $176 $200

T i n y T o t B a l l e tThis class is the next level ater Fantasy Dance. Classes are more ocused on ballet and basic French terminology but still include creativmovement and motor skill development. Some Fantasy Dance activities are incorporated throughout the session.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6413-0 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 1:00–2:00 p.m. 4–5 $154 $175 Britt6413-1 June 14–July 26 Thursday 1:00–2:00 p.m. 4–5 $154 $175 Britt6413-2 June 13–July 25 Wednesday 1:30–2:15 p.m. 4–5 $102 $114 Mueller 7/4

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Gwendolyn Britt has been teaching dance at the Winnetka Community House since 1994. She is a graduate o the Indiana UniversitySchool o Music with a concentration in Ballet and Music. Gwendolyn danced proessionally in Ruth Page’s Chicago Production o The Nutcracker, or the Lynda Martha Dance Company and with Concert Dance Company o Boston. In Boston, she was AssociateDirector o the Lexington School o Ballet, and she is a certifed Cecchetti Council o America teacher.

Mary Kawooya obtained her BA in Dance Teaching rom Columbia College, Chicago. Mary’s primary training was centered at theLillette Rohe School o Ballet, and enriched by The Ruth Page Foundation, Carol Anglin Dance Center, and Columbia College ChicagoDance Center. Mary was an active company member o Ballet Entre Nous. She has also preormed with The Louisiana Dance Theatre, aswell as, in various works by students and aculty at the Columbia College Dance Centre. For the past six years, Mary has been teachingas a private ballet teacher at the Lilette Rohe School o Ballet in Evanston. Recently, Mary has taught dance or the Zephyr DanceCompany’s Arts Integration Program in the Chicago Public Schools. In addition to teaching dance, Mary has been teaching Pilatesat the regional training acilities in Chicago or the past our years. Currently, Mary teaches Pilates at the Pilates Center o Chicago.

Meghann Mueller received both a BFA in Dance and a BA in History rom Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. She beganher early dance training at the Evanston School o Ballet under Kerry Hubata and Laura Wade. During summers, Meghann studied at the

Jorey Ballet and on scholarship at the Milwaukee Ballet. While at TCU, she had the opportunity to perorm works by TCU acultymembers, as well as several guest artists including Elizabeth Johnson, Dana Nicolay, and TCU Choreographer in Residence Fernando

Bujones. In the spring o 2006, Meghann’s work, Narrow Anguish, was perormed at the American College Dance Festival in theadjudicated concert. In 2007, Meghann ormed Project606 Dance with ormer classmate Maureen Caspers. The company has perormedthroughout Chicago including at the revered Hamlin Park Fieldhouse and at the Atheneum Theater as a part o Dance Chicago.

E. Marc Nevins is Winnetka native, currently serves as Artistic Director o Ballet Entre Nous, a company he ounded in 1985. Hehas choreographed and staged over 100 works or the company including an annual production o The Nutcracker! at the WinnetkaCommunity House. His work has been seen all over Chicago. has appeared with such companies as American Ballet Theatre, the

Jorey Ballet, Ballet West and locally,Evanston Concert Ballet, Oak Park Ballet, Masi Ballet Chicago and Lake Shore Dance Theatre.Mr. Nevins has taught ballet extensively throughout the Chicagoland area or nearly 30 years and has been teaching at the WinnetkaCommunity House since 1987.

A n n u a l R e c i t a l R e h e a r s a lMain Recital (1st grade and up)Includes all classes but Fantasy Dance,Tiny Tot Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Tiny Tap and Intro to TapDress Rehearsal Saturday, May 19, 2012 1:00–3:30 p.m.Main Recital Sunday, May 20, 2012 1:00 p.m.

Mini Recital (Preschool-Kindergarten)Fantasy Dance, Tiny Tot Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Tiny Tap and Intro to Tap rehearsal will take place on the last day o class.Saturday, May 19, 2012 10:00 a.m.

*Please be advised that recital costume cost is included in the tuition ee.Everyone who registers receives a costume regardless o perorming in the recital. This ee is nonreundable.

M e e t o u r d a n c e i n s t r u c t o r s

R e q u i r e d D a n c e A t t i r eFantasy Dance and Tiny Tot Ballet: Leotard, tights, ballet slippersor bare eetBallet: Leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers

Jazz: Leotard and jazz shoesTap: Leotard and tap shoes

Please be advised that proper attire is required or all classes. Costo the attire is not included in tuition.

Any child arriving to class later than 10 minutes will not beadmitted. This is due to the saety o the child’s body. In order toprepare their body or the class, the child must participate in thewarm-up held at the beginning o the class. I the child misses thewarm-up, the possibility o injury is very high.Please note: You may only attend the day/time you are registeredor. Makeup classes are not allowed.


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P r e - B a l l e tThis class serves as a stepping stone into the beautiul art orm o classical ballet. It includes barre exercises, center work and stretchingbut also includes creative movement with princess wands, bean bags, and scarves. Students learn classical ballet positions o the eet andarms, basic ballet steps and French terminology.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6414-0 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 2:00–3:00 p.m. 5–6 $154 $175 Britt6414-1 June 14–July 26 Thursday 2:00–3:00 p.m. 5–6 $154 $175 Britt6414-3 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 4:00–5:00 p.m. 5–6 $154 $175 Kawooya

6414-2 June 14–July 26 Thursday 1:30–2:30 p.m. 5–6 $154 $175 Mueller

B a l l e t 1This is an introductory classical ballet class. Students will learn the positions o the body, arms, and eet, barre exercises and simple ballesteps. Pre-Ballet experience is helpul.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6415-0 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 3:00–4:00 p.m. 6 and up $154 $175 Britt

B a l l e t 1 / 2This is an introductory classical ballet class. Students will learn the positions o the body, arms, and eet, barre exercises and simple ballesteps. Pre-Ballet experience is helpul.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:

6415-1 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 4:00–5:00 p.m. 6 and up $154 $175 Nevins

B a l l e t 2Students will experience a true ballet class with barre work, center oor and combinations. Class will emphasize the importance o correcdance posture and turn out o the legs. At least one year o Ballet 1 and a strong knowledge o ballet basics is required.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6416-0 June 11–July 23 Monday 4:00–5:00 p.m. 6 and up $154 $175 Britt

B a l l e t 3Students will learn more advanced barre and center work. Students will build on their dance oundation and will be introduced to multiplturns and beatings during jumps. Dancers need to have at least three years o solid ballet training to attend.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6417-0 June 13–July 25 Wednesday 4:00–5:00 p.m. 8 and up $132 $150 Britt 7/4

B a l l e t 3 / 4Students will learn more advanced barre and center work. Students will build on their dance oundation and will be introduced to multiplturns and beatings during jumps. Dancers need to have at least three years o solid ballet training to attend.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6416-1 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 5:00–6:00 p.m. 7 and up $154 $175 Nevins

B a l l e t 4 / 5An intermediate to advanced ballet class or students with at least our years o ballet training. Participation in more than one ballet clasis strongly recommended, especially or students who are on pointe.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6418-0 June 11–July 23 Monday 5:00–6:00 p.m. 10 and up $154 $175 Britt6418-1 June 13–July 25 Wednesday 5:00–6:00 p.m. 10 and up $132 $150 Britt 7/4

P o i n t e B a l l e tThis class is oered or students taking Ballet 5 only. This class is or the more advanced student. Dancers must have previously been onpointe or have instructors permission to attend.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6419-0 June 11–July 25 Monday Wednesday 6:00–6:30 p.m. 12 and up $143 $169 Britt 7/4


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T i n y T a p p e r sOur tap class or preschoolers will combine learning basic tap steps with creative movement.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6420-0 June 13–July 25 Wednesday 2:15–2:45 p.m. 4–5 $66 $78 Mueller 7/4

I n t r o t o T a p / T a p 1This is or Kindergartners and frst graders and will teach students the basic tap steps in a un and nurturing environment.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6420-1 June 14–July 26 Thursday 2:30–3:15 p.m. 5 and up $112 $133 Mueller

J a z z 1This class is or the beginning student with no prior jazz dance experience.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:

6450-0 June 14–July 26 Thursday 4:00–5:00 p.m. 6 and up $154 $175 Kawooya

M o d e r n D a n c eStudents will gain basic profciency in physical perormance o modern dance through a un technique-driven class. In addition, studentwill learn undamental modern dance vocabulary and the principles behind modern dance concepts o space, time, energy and ow.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6430-0 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 5:00–6:00 p.m. 10 and up $154 $175 Kawooya6430-1 June 12–July 26 Tuesday Thursday 5:00–6:00 p.m. 10 and up $280 $308 Kawooya6430-2 June 14–July 26 Thursday 5:00–6:00 p.m. 10 and up $154 $175 Kawooya

D a n c e C o n d i t i o n i n gThis is a program developed to teach young dancers how to acquire and enhance the oundational physical requirements or a strong and

healthy body necessary in dance studies. Students are guided through a series o cross-training techiques including Pilates exercises andballet stretches. This course emphasizes development o core muscular strength, core stabilization, alignment, coordination, exibilityand balance.

Class: Dates: Day: Time: Ages: Member: Non-Member: Instructor: No class:6440-0 June 12–July 24 Tuesday 6:00–7:00 p.m. 12 and up $154 $175 Kawooya6440-2 June 14–July 26 Thursday 6:00–7:00 p.m. 12 and up $154 $175 Kawooya6440-1 June 12–July 26 Tuesday Thursday 6:00–7:00 p.m. 12 and up $280 $308 Kawooya




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S P E C I A L T Y F I T N E S SC o r e S t r e n g t h e n i n g& C e n t e r i n g N e w !Elise FossLeave the class eeling a ew inches tallerand relaxed. Improve your strength andposture through a combination o Pilates andBartenie techniques. All levelswelcome.

June 11–July 30 5780-2Monday 11:00–11:45 a.m.AdultMember: $105 Non-Member: $126No class: 7/2

B e g i n n e r P i l a t e s /C o n t i n u i n g P i l a t e sNicole BettsThe Pilates method is a classic method o physical and mental conditioning created over80 years ago by legendary physical trainer Joseph Pilates. Through exercises that ocuson the application o six principles—control,centering, concentration, precision, breath,and ow—we teach you about the mechanics

o movement, allowing you to develop andmaintain a healthy and graceul body.

Beginner


Monday Wednesday 9:45–10:30 a.m.AdultMember: $360 Non-Member: $432No class: 7/2, 7/4

Continuing


Monday Wednesday 9:00–9:45 a.m.AdultMember: $360 Non-Member: $432No class: 7/2, 7/4

Y o g e r c i z eLynn Rosenfeld

This yoga-style exercise class is or menand women to stretch out, relax, unwindrom tensions, improve muscle tone andstrengthen and maximize joint exibility.It is perect or those who are seeking anoncompetitive, aesthetically pleasingway to improve itness. It’s ideal as acomplement to weight-training and aerobicexercise. Try a class to see the smoothgradual ow rom oor exercises and dancestretches through traditional yoga postures,controlled breathing and relaxation. Join theclass at any time or a prorated ee. Attend

one or two times a week.

June 11–August 30Monday Thursday 8:45–9:45 a.m.AdultNo class: 7/2, 7/5, 7/9, 7/12

One day per week 5412-0Member: $140 Non-Member: $186

Two days per week 5412-1 Member: $280 Non-Member: $336

M e d i t a t i v e P i l a t e sElise FossThis is an eective and soothing workoutincluding core strengthening, stretching andrelaxation. You will tone your mid-sectionand come out o the class eeling renewedand taller.

April 9–June 4 5110-6Monday 11:00–11:45 a.m.AdultMember: $105 Non-Member: $126No class: 5/7, 5/28

M e e t O u r f i t n e s s I n s t r u c t o r sElise Foss was born in Brazil and raised in

Venezuela. She has been teaching groupexercise classes or 25 years nationallyand internationally. She is trained in jazz,modern dance, Latin dance and belly dance.She has two Latin rhythm exercise videosthat have been sold all over the world. Shehas been a guest or Fox News and WGNamong other TV shows and has beeneatured in Cooking Light magazine, Bridalmagazine, Latina and many more. Elise hasa graduate certiicate through ColumbiaCollege as a Movement Analyst.

Lynn Roseneld has a background in recre-ation and dance and has taught or 25 yearsat Winnetka Community House.

Nicole S. Betts has been studying Pilatessince 1996 and was certifed in New YorkCity through Romana’s Pilates in 2004.The mission o Romana’s Pilates is to keepthe integrity o the original Pilates methodas Joseph intended. Nicole has studiedwith master teachers Romana Kryzanows-

ka (Joseph Pilate protégé) Sari Mejia Santo,and Chicago’s own Juanita Lopez. Nicolereceived a BFA in dance rom Barat Col-lege’s Conservatory o Dance and has goneon to perorm with Cerqua Rivera DanceTheater, Chicago Opera Theater, appren-ticed with River North Dance Company,and toured Europe with LaTour Produc-tions. Currently, Nicole enjoys teachingat Hubbard Street Dance Center and Win-netka Community House.


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Join us at the Community House as we enter into the wonderulworld o group ftness. Enjoy the same variety o classes withthe same instructors you know and love. Don’t make exercise achore. Spice it up! Group Fitness oers a variety o ormats to

keep you motivated and eeling healthy! Our Group Fitness pro-grams oer a wide variety o structured ftness activities to meetyour personal goals. Our instructors are prepared to inspire andmotivate you to change and/or continue healthy ftness-relatedbehaviors. Class descriptions listed may be oered at dierenttimes throughout the year. Class times dier throughout theyear. Check the group ftness schedule or availability, changesand current sessions.

All Group X plans are open to both members and non-membersages 14 years and older. Plans are available in punch card de-nominations o 5, 10, 20, 30 or unlimited or the year (o coursewalk-ins are always welcome). Plans expire one year rom date o purchase. Plans may not be transerred or shared. No reunds.Purchase your plan at the WCH Fitness Centre Desk.

G R O U P X

The current schedule is always available at winnetkacommunityhouse.org/groupxI you have any questions, please eel ree to contact us at 847-446-1994 or [email protected].

F i t n e s s C e n t r e m e m b e r s * s a v e 5 0 % o n a l l G r o u p X p r o g r a m s !Group X–Plans Fitness Centre Members*5 Class Punch-Card $95 5 Class Punch-Card $47.5010 Class Punch-Card $165 10 Class Punch-Card $82.5020 Class Punch-Card $255 20 Class Punch-Card $127.5030 Class Punch-Card $335 30 Class Punch-Card $167.50Unlimited Year $1,200 Unlimited Year $600Walk-In $20 Walk-In $10

*Annual members only

Check out this new program!

T e e n Y o g aInstructor: Eileen and LauraYoga teaches teenagers how to navigate through the many so-cial and academic demands and is a place o calm in the storm.Yoga increases strength and exibility; a workout in itsel or a

perect complement to athletics. Yoga builds confdence, sel-esteem and a healthy awareness o one’s body in a noncompeti-tive environment. It is proven that yoga calms the mind andthe nervous system through breath and moving meditation. Inaddition, yoga is sometimes just plain un, downright silly, anda great playlist doesn’t hurt!

Starts Saturday, April 14 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Students: drop in or $10 or get a punch-card at the hal-priceFitness Centre Member rate.


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Winnetka Community House Fitness Centre oers the highest qualityo ftness programs on the North Shore. Our acility eatures exerciseequipment to meet all o your ftness needs. Adjacent to the gymnasium,this air conditioned acility is complete with locker, shower, and steamrooms or men and women. Our proessional sta, in conjunction withour ull-service acility, will help you achieve your optimal level o ftness.

Personalized OrientationOrientation is an opportunity or you to learn how to use the equipmentproperly and eectively. A ftness instructor will guide you in the operationo the equipment and provide inormation about a personalized ftnessprogram.

•Registration by appointment onlyFree (Members only)

Personal TrainingSerious athletes have long used personal trainers to enhance theirperormance in competition. Movie stars are known to hire personaltrainers to keep them ftting into their Oscar gowns. But thepeople who beneft most rom personal training are ordinary menand women seeking to be stronger and unction more eectively intheir everyday lives.

Working with a trainer, anyone can achieve their ftness goals – goalsas modest as touching your toes again or as ambitious as preparing torun a marathon. Whether you want to lose weight, regain exibility,develop speed or simply eel good again, personal training is anactivity that you will continue to reap benefts in years to come.

Our personal trainers’ main objectives are to assist, guide, andeducate those who wish to experience a greater ease and physicalability in their lives.

Registration by appointment only$60/hour (Fitness Centre member)$75/hour (Non-member)

Body Composition AnalysisA computerized body composition analysis will indicate your percentageo body at, lean body mass, and the amount o water contained in yourbody. The test also includes caloric intake and exercise recommendations.

•Registration by appointment only$10 (Fitness Centre member) $15 (Nonmember)

N E W !Fitness Centre Members* save 50% on

Group X! See page 40 for details!*Annual members only

FITNESS CENTREWinnetka Community House

Basic Fitness Centre Membership:Includes

• Use o the Fitness Centre, Locker Rooms, andGymnasium (during open gym times).

Membership Plus:We have created a special membership plan to give Fitness Centremembers everything the Fitness Centre oers and all o the benefts o the Community House Member program at one special cost

Membership Plans

BeneftsCommunity House Members receive benefts on programs ortheir whole household!• Save up to 20% on registration ees

• Can register a ull week early or WCH Programs• Get special benefts on programs, events and more throughouthe year!


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Hours of Operation

Monday–Friday 5:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Saturday 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Sunday 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

F a c i l i t y I n c l u d e s

Treadmills

StairMasters/StepMills

LieCycles

Cybex Arc Trainers

LieFitness Cross-Trainers

Precor EFX Elliptical Trainers

Helix Lateral Trainers

Schwinn Spinning Bikes

Concept II Rowing Machines

Cybex Strength Training Equipment

Free Weight Equipment

Gymnasium

Locker Rooms with Steam Rooms

Fitness Centre members only

Free To Be Kids Childcare provides a sae,comortable environment or children whileFitness Centre members attend the acility orclasses at Winnetka Community House.

HoursMonday-Wednesday 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Saturday 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Ages Accepted

8 weeks and up

Time Limit

1 1/2 hours per visit

Fee

$5.00/child per visit(Punch cards available - $95/20 visits)

Free to be Kids

Childcare

( 8 4 7 ) 4 4 6 - 1 9 9 4

Membership FeesMembership Type: Basic Plus

Adult Rate:

12 Months (First Adult) $595 $670

(Each additional family member) $495 $570

6 Months $370 $420

Senior Citizen Rate:(age 65 or older)

12 Months $420 $495

6 Months $260 $310

Youth Rate:(Age 14–17)

12 Months $420 $495

6 Months $260 $310

One Month Trial Membership $70

Daily Fee $15


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D O G O B E D I E N C E

Puppy Class is designed to provide a positive environment orsocialization o puppies to a wide variety o people as well as toeach other. Early socialization has been shown to greatly reduce theincidence o both human-directed aggression and dog-dog aggression,as well as anxiety and ear based behavior problems. Additionaltopics will be discussed such as addressing the common puppy issueso house training, mouthing, leadership and preventing behaviorproblems. Puppies will also learn sit and begin recall training (coming

when called). This class is appropriate or puppies ages 2–4 monthsold. Dogs must have received at least two rounds o vaccinationsprior to attending. I your dog has not yet received the second round,please plan to attend class without your puppy until the secondround o vaccination has been administered.

Obedience 101 teaches the basics o obedience: sit, down, stand,recall (coming when called), stay, and heel–everything yourcompanion dog needs to know! Both verbal commands and handsignals will be used. Dogs o any age may take this class. Positivereinorcement techniques will be used, so please bring ood rewardsor a small toy with you to class.

Obedience 102 is ocused on honing the skills o Obedience 101.Additional levels o difculty and distractions will be added. Dogso any age may enroll provided they have a basic knowledge o basicobedience commands: sit, down, recall (coming when called), stay,and heel.

Canine Good Citizen (CGC) class covers the 10 aspects o theAKC CGC test, the only AKC certifcate available to all dogs–pure-and mix-breed. The CGC program is designed to encourage dogowners to train their dogs to be Canine Good Citizens and includesthe ollowing: accepting a riendly stranger; walking on a loose lead;sitting politely or petting; allowing basic grooming procedures;walking through a crowd; sitting and lying down on commandand staying in place; coming when called; reacting appropriately to

another dog; reacting appropriately to distractions; calmly enduringsupervised separation rom the owner. The CGC test is administeredon the last night o class. Children training dogs must be at least 12years old. Dogs must wear a at buckle collar or the test, no trainingcollars, head halters or body harnesses are permitted during the test.

Rally is a un spin on traditional obedience or both the dog andthe handler. Rally is a sport in which ALL dogs are encouragedto participate. Purebred or mixed breed, every dog can learn theundamentals or Rally. Dogs must have strong heeling skills totake this course. In rally an enthusiastic attitude and wagging tailare as important as precision. In act, handlers are not only allowedto, but encouraged to positively reinorce their dogs during the

competition with verbal praise, petting, and even ood rewards!Dogs and handlers should both appear to be enjoying the work andeach other’s company.

Creative Paws, Inc. was ounded in 2001 by Ashlee Trotter, BS, CPDT-KA,and provides group classes and private lessons or dog obedience training andbehavior problems. Ashlee uses positive reinorcement training methods to

improve the relationship between dog and handler by providing an eectivemeans o communication and understanding. I you would like more inormationor you are unsure about which class you should take, please contact Ashlee at847-212-5067 or visit www.creativepaws.com.

Level: Class: Dates: Day: Time: Member: Non-Member:Puppy 5200-0 April 9–May 21 Monday 6:00–6:45 p.m. $120 $144Puppy 5200-5 April 11–May 23 Wednesday 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. $120 $144Puppy 5200-8 June 4–July 16 Monday 7:00–7:45 p.m. $120 $144Puppy 5201-1 June 6–July 18 Wednesday 10:15–11:00 a.m. $120 $144Puppy 5201-7 July 25–August 29 Wednesday 9:15–10:00 a.m. $120 $144

101 5200-2 April 9–May 21 Monday 8:00–8:45 p.m. $120 $144101 5200-3 April 11–May 23 Wednesday 9:15–10:00 a.m. $120 $144101 5200-7 June 4–July 16 Monday 6:00–6:45 p.m. $120 $144101 5201-2 June 6–July 18 Wednesday 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. $120 $144101 5201-8 July 25–August 29 Wednesday 10:15–11:00 a.m. $120 $144102 5200-1 April 9–May 21 Monday 7:00–7:45 p.m. $120 $144102 5200-4 April 11–May 23 Wednesday 10:15–11:00 a.m. $120 $144102 5200-9 June 4–July 16 Monday 8:00–8:45 p.m. $120 $144102 5201-0 June 6–July 18 Wednesday 9:15–10:00 a.m. $120 $144102 5201-9 July 25–August 29 Wednesday 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. $120 $144Rally 5200-6 April 11–May 23 Wednesday 12:15–1:00 p.m. $120 $144Rally 5202-0 July 25–August 29 Wednesday 12:15–1:00 p.m. $120 $144CGC 5201-3 June 6–July 18 Wednesday 12:15–1:00 p.m. $120 $144

Children training dogs must be at least 12 years old. No retractable leashes allowed. No class: 5/7, 5/9/ 7/2, 7/4


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M a h J o n g g N e w !Karen JacobsonOne bam. Two dot. Flower. Does this bring

back ond memories o your mother playingMah Jongg? Have you always wanted tolearn to play this ancient, yet modern game?Perhaps you have an old set lying aroundand wish you knew what to do with it.In this hands-on class you will learn toidentiy the tiles and suits and understandthe rules o play. As you build your Mah

Jongg skills, the class will culminate in amini-tournament, complete with snacks andprizes. This class is designed or beginners,but players o all levels are welcome to play.

May 17–July 5 7010-1 Thursday 7:00–9:00 p.m.AdultMember: $160 Non-Member: $192

May 18–July 6 7010-3Friday 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.AdultMember: $160 Non-Member: $192

July 12–August 30 7010-2Thursday 7:00–9:00 p.m.AdultMember: $160 Non-Member: $192

July 13–August 31 7010-4Friday 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.AdultMember: $160 Non-Member: $192

N e w !B e a u t i f u l B e a d e d J e w e l r yCarol GroveEach student will learn to design and

create their own beaded jewelry. The classstarts with basic beading and advances to knotting, earrings, bracelets and multiplestrand necklaces. Each student will completeseveral projects as well as learn to updateand repair their current beaded jewelry. Allmaterials included.

May 15–June 5 7020-1 Tuesday 6:30–8:30 p.m.AdultMember: $75 Non-Member: $90

July 10–July 31 7020-2

Tuesday 6:30–8:30 p.m.AdultMember: $75 Non-Member: $90

B e g i n n i n g G u i t a r :P r i v a t e I n s t r u c t i o nBrandon SeyferthThis class is or the beginning guitaristYou will learn how to apply basic musicaconcepts such as rhythm, harmony. andmelody to the guitar. At the end o theclass you will be able to read and play basicchord symbols and melodies. You will evenlearn some songs! Please bring your ownguitar. You will be contacted by the instructor to arrange a 30 minute lesson time

June 6–August 8 7755-6Wednesday 3:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.mAges: 7 and up

Member: $270 Non-Member: $324No class: 7/4/26, 4/9

A D U L T E N R I C H M E N T

Karen Jacobson was named one o 2008’s “Best o the Best Presenters” at NW Suburban Libraries and again nominated in 2011.She speaks to groups about Kabbalah, Feng Shui, Numerology, Dream Interpretation, and meditation or stress reduction. Karenalso teaches the ancient arts o reading Tarot and playing Mah Jongg. Karen has been an instructor or Lakeshore Technical Col-lege (Cleveland, WI), Moraine Park Technical College (Find du Lac, WI) and Motorola University where she specialized in teach-ing computer classes by day and cooking classes by night. Students agree that her workshops are educational and enjoyable as she

connects with the audience and brings everyone into the program.

Carol Grove has been working and teaching the art o jewelry making with beads since she was 8 years old. Her classes are totallyhands-on and each student comes away with a new creative and un outlet or working with beaded jewelry.

Brandon Seyerth has been teaching guitar at the North Shore School or the Arts in Glencoe or seven years. He is a critically acclaimedsongwriter and composer who is accomplished on the guitar, voice, blues piano and drums. Mr. Seyerth has perormed, composed andrecorded with the likes o Jackson Browne, Victor Delarenzo (Violent Femmes), Jay Bennett (Wilco), Eric McFadden (P-Funk, Stock-holm Syndrome), and Clyde Stubblefeld (James Brown). His lengthy study and experience as a guitarist and multi-instrumentalist makehim an excellent results-based instructor. His love or music and learning translates into un and rewarding lessons.


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B a c k g a m m o nContact Trudie Stern(847) 291–7363 [email protected], 7–10:30 p.m.Backgammon enthusiasts are invited to compete inweekly tournaments. Prizes are awarded to the winners.Cost: $10.

C h r i s t i e ’ s I n t e g r a t i v e

F i t n e s s C l a s s e sTouted by Harper’s Bazaar as “One o the most, i notthe most comprehensive workouts in the city,” Christie’sclasses integrate a variety o disciplines woven intoone class! Low impact cardio( to warm-up) ollowed byweights, resistance bands, Pilates, unctional training andyoga all provide tip to toe deep muscle sculpting, endingin quiet relaxation.Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 am

or an 8 week session. Questions? Call Christie directlyat: (847) 441-5484

D u p l i c a t e B r i d g eThursday, April 26 through Thursday, May 31 10am-12pm (No class on May 10) Intermediate Bridge Improveyour skills in bidding, declarer play and deense. Eachlesson will consist o one hour o teaching and one houro play, on topics such as hand evaluation, competitiveauctions, orcing vs. non-orcing actions, trumpmanagement, avoidance and endplays. Appropriateor individuals who have played either party bridge orduplicate. You do not need to register with a partner.Minimum o eight participants, maximum o 12. LynneRosenbaum is an experienced bridge teacher and DiamondLie Master. Price: $100 per personTo register, please either email Lynne Rosenbaum [email protected] or phone at 847 835 1401

F a l u n G o n g / Q u i g o n g B o d y /M i n d E x e r c i s e sContact: Warren Tai.

(312) 607–1688www.FalunChicago.org www.Falundaa.orgSundays, 8–10 a.m.Falun Gong, also called Falun Daa, is a powerul bodyand mind exercise system. It contains fve sets o exercisesthat work on the energy circulation o the body. Themovements are smooth and graciously owing, and canbe learned easily by any age group. The mind exerciseis applying Zhen (truthulness), Shan (compassion) andRen (Forbearance) into daily lie. This releases the stressand tension o physical and mental energy felds, makingpeople more healthy and peaceul. Every Sunday; nocharge or participation.

F r i e n d s O f B i l l W .AA support groupSaturdays, 5–6:15 p.m.

Sundays, 10–11:30 a.m

O f f C a m p u s W r i t e r s ’ W o r k s h o pwww.ocww.bizland.com [email protected] Davidson, President,[email protected], 847-298-7980Carole Cotter, membership,[email protected], 9:30 a.m. to noon; September-MayInstructors lecture and critique manuscripts in aworkshop setting. Fiction, non-fction, children’s, poetryand play-writing are just some o the genres covered.Proessional, aspiring and beginning writers are welcome.

O n e – t o – O n e L e a r n i n g C e n t e r(847) 501–3300 www.one–to–onelc.orgThe One–to–One Learning Center oers ACT/SATpreparation, study skills, and individualized tutoring in allacademic areas. The Center also provides comprehensivepsychological, psycho–educational testing, and inormalacademic assessment.

S c o t t i s h C o u n t r y D a n c i n gContact: Frances Gillan.(847) 564–2459 [email protected] are welcome. Address and time are the same:WinnetkaCommunity House, 620 Lincoln, Winnetkaat 7:30 PM.

S u l l i v a n S c h o o l O f I r i s h D a n c [email protected], 3:30–4:3o p.m., Tuesdays 5:30–8:30 p.m.,Wednesdays 5:30–7:30 p.m., Thursdays 3:30–8:30 p.m.September through June. Lessons in traditional Irishdancing or all ages. Beginners welcome.

tenAnt orgAnizAtions

I n t e r f a i t h H o u s i n g C e n t e r O f T h eN o r t h e r n S u b u r b s(847) 501–5760www.interaithhousingcenter.orgihcns@interaithhousingcenter.orgThe Interaith Housing Center is a 34 year old not–or–proft organization working to assure a housing marketopen to people o all ages and income levels, regardlessor race, religion, amily composition or any o the otherlegally protected classes. Interaith promotes integrated,

just communities through it’s our major programs:Homesharing where home providers are matched withindividuals seeking aordable and sae housing;Fair Housing, which includes housing discriminationand landlord/tenant complaint investigation, housinginormation and reerral, community education and

assistance to municipalities; Predatory Lending Prevention,which helps homeowners who may be victims o unairlending practices; and Aordable Housing Advocacy,which includes the building o support or aordableand air housing in our communities. Interaith worksin 16 northern suburbs and its membership includeslocal residents and more than 60 civic organizations andcongregations.

J u n i o r L e a g u e o fE v a n s t o n – N o r t h S h o r e(847) 441–0995 www.jle–ns.org

[email protected] Junior League o Evanston-North Shore is anorganization o women committed to promoting

voluntarism, developing the potential o women andimproving the community through the eective actiono trained volunteers. Each year, our members contributethousands o volunteer hours. Not only do we make adierence in our community, we have un while we do it!Our current projects include: Fitting Futures™, buildingconfdence and boosting careers o low income women byoering complimentary interview appropriate attire; BabySteps, an educational baby shower or expectant mothersin need; and Scholarships and Grants, providing fnancialassistance or college students and unding or area non-profts. JLE-NS raises unds or our outreach through ourThrit Shop at 920 Chicago Avenue in Evanston, and otherundraisers, such as our cookbook It’s a Shore Thing , andour new Designer Kitchens o the North Shore tour to beheld May 4, 2012.

N o r t h S h o r e A r t L e a g u e(847) 446–[email protected] Arts, Learning and Community Come TogeFounded in 1924, the North Shore Art Leagunon-proft organization oering art classes or adultchildren. As the only art center located in WinnetkNSAL not only oers art education, but also lecworkshops, feld trips and an ongoing series o gshows to the entire North Shore community.

Located on the second oor o the Community Hclasses are held in an historic, proessional art seaturing skylights and a large stone freplace as wewell-equipped print room and ceramics acility. Clasdrawing, painting (oil, acrylic, and watercolor), cerapastels, etching, printmaking, fgure study, and are taught by a distinguished aculty–oering a uncreative experience.League members may exhibit at the annual Members’ and throughout the year in NSAL gallery space wthe Community House. Membership benefts also ingenerous discounts at various art supply stores in thand a newsletter/brochure subscription.

W i n n e t k a C o m m u n i t yN u r s e r y S c h o o l(847) 446–[email protected] nationally accredited preschool or children ageoering indoor and outdoor activities in a stimuenvironment in which physical, social, intellectuaemotional growth is encouraged. Learning matencourage creativity, promote cognitive growthdevelop manipulative skills. The school also incan extended day program and “Lunch Bunch” proWCNS’s extended day program, Splendid Day,enriching aternoon or children ages three to six The children receive a nourishing hot lunch and po opportunity or stimulating indoor and ouplay activities. A child may register or one todays per week. Transportation can be provided

Winnetka elementary schools. For more inormabout WCNS, please visit our web site at wwinnetkacommunitynurseryschool.org or contactHansen, Director, at 847 446 4432.

W i n n e t k a Y o u t h O r g a n i z a t i o(847) 446–[email protected] mission o the Winnetka Youth OrganizatioYO) is to oster individual development in juniorand high school youth on the North Shore by provadult-to -youth mentoring, prevention servicesopportunities or leadership, citizenship, and educwithin a sae, inormal environment. We oer moconcerts and “open mic nights” as well as a varie

other youth driven activities such as crat, moviegame nights. Additionally, we operate a drop-in cthat provides young people with a sae and relaxingto hang out ater school and on the weekends. Pleaswww.winnetkayo.org or more inormation and toour monthly program calendar.

Drop In Center HoursMonday: ClosedTuesday: 3-9pmWednesday: 3-6pm (Junior High Night)Thursday: 3-6pmFriday: 3-10pm (Junior High Night 3-6pm)Saturday: 2-10pm


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C o n g r e g a t i o n H a k a f a(847) 266–8854

[email protected] Hakaa is a dynamic Reorm congregationon Chicago’s North Shore. Hakaa is a circle o caringpeople, amilies and riends who wish to worship,study, and to help one another and the world in whichwe live. Services held Fridays, 8:00 p.m. year-around;visitors welcome. Religious School classes are held at the

Glencoe Recreation Center and High Holidays Servicesare held at the Wilmette Jr. High.

L a k e S h o r e U n i t a r i a n S o c i e t y(847) 807-5787

www.lsunitarians.orgWith roots in Judeo–Christian traditions, UnitarianUniversalism frmly believes that individuals should beable to pursue religious belies according to one’s ownconscience. It is an open–minded and compassionateaith emphasizing the importance o children, amily,community and service to others. LSUS is a lay–ledgroup with accomplished guest speakers that cover arange o thought–provoking topics, many o a spiritualnature. Services and children’s religious education

classes are held Sundays, 10:30 a.m., September throughMay. Additional groups and clubs are available toexplore your personal interests. Visitors are welcome

civic orgAnizAtions

L i f e S o u r c e – b l o o d D r i v e(847) 420-9815 [email protected] someone in need; donate blood at WinnetkaCommunity House. Call or an appointment or walk–in.Dates: March 17, June 23, September 15,December 15, 2012Contact: Jessica Jaramillo

W i n n e t k a A l l i a n c e F o r E a r l y

C h i l d h o o d(847) 441–9001www.winnetkaalliance.orgThe Alliance promotes the healthy growth anddevelopment o children rom birth to age 8 throughresources and services or parents and early childhoodproessionals including a quarterly newsletter, videolibrary reerral inormation, proessional networking,parenting classes, speakers and the annual “TV TuneOut Week.”

W i n n e t k a – N o r t h f i e l d R o t a r yC l u b(847) 446–0537 www.rotary6440.org/clubs/winnetkaRotary meets every Thursday, 12:15–1:30 p.m. or lunch

and a program. Membership composed o Winnetkaand Northfeld based business and proessional leaders.Local and international service projects.

W i n n e t k a V i l l a g e C a u c u swinnetkacaucus.org [email protected]. Box 311, Winnetka, 60093–0311The Village Caucus is a non–partisan political orumwhich acts on current issues, develops village policieand selects candidates or various village boardParticipation encouraged.

G i r l S c o u t s – I l l i n o i sCrossroads CouncilWinnetka/Glencoe/Northfeld Membership (84

573–0500Email: [email protected] www.ilcrossroads.orGirl Scouting is open to all girls, ages 5–17. In nurturing, all–girl environment, Girl Scouting helpgirls acquire lie skills and develop a strong set opersonal values with an emphasis on communitservice, environmental awareness, and leadershipGirls experience Girl Scouting through participatioin collaborations with other community groupContemporary Awareness programs, Trippercamping/outdoor/health education, troops/groupoptions. STUDIO 2B is an exciting by–girls/orgirls, collaborative approach to Girl Scouting; a placwhere teens connect with one another and explornew interests. Why not volunteer? I you have onlycouple o hours or only a day every couple o month

many opportunities are available or working with giror other adults.


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B a l l e t E n t r e N o u s(847) 432–1510 [email protected] Director: E. Marc NevinsManaging Director: Nancy HolabBallet Entre Nous is a North Shore–based ballet company that has perormed atWinnetka Community House since 1986. The annual sold–out production o TheNutcracker! eatures local children perorming with distinguished proessionaldancers, new works and the incorporation o sign language into the choreography.

Be sure to join us. For ticket inormation call (847) 432-1510.

C h i l d r e n ’ s T h e a t r e O f W i n n e t k a(847) 446–2108www.childrenstheatrewinnetka.comThe Children’s Theatre o Winnetka is a non–proft, volunteer organization dedicatedto promoting theatrical experiences or area youth, grades 4–8. Children participateboth on stage and backstage in two productions annually, all and spring. Onlychildren who reside within the New Trier Township will be cast. Scholarshipsare available.

V i l l a g e F o l l i e [email protected] We Are: The Village Follies is a group o un- loving individuals who write,produce and perorm a wild and wacky musical/comedy variety show each year,beneftting Winnetka Community House and its antastic programs and events.Visit our website, www.villageollies.org, or more details.

W i n n e t k a C h i l d r e n ’ s H o u [email protected] Winnetka Children’s Hour, a non-proft organization, has been providing liveoriginal perormances or amilies since 1932. Each year, The Winnetka Children’Hour presents an original musical comedy perormed by local children, ages 4-14This year’s show, “House Haunters,” tells the hilarious story o 3 amilies who musspend the night with some mischievous ghosts in order to save a mysterious Englismansion. Will they make it through the night? Will the Ghostbusters or ScotlanYard intervene? And what ate awaits our pesky phantoms? Filled with music an

dance, it’s a show or all ages! Perormances are Thursday, February 9th and FridayFebruary 10 at 7:00 p.m.; and Saturday, February 11 at 10:30 a.m. For tickets aninormation, contact the Winnetka Children’s Hour at 847-446-6888.

W i n n e t k a T h e a t r e(847) 604–[email protected] Theatre is a non–equity adult theatre group which produces an “especiallor kids” show at the Community House. Call or visit us online or inormation abougroup sales, show dates and ticket sales. Winnetka Theatre is a proud member o thLeague o Chicago Theaters.


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R E G I S T R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O NMember registration opens March 12, 2012, and will be processed on a frstcome, frst served basis.Membership does not guarantee placement in a class.

All non-members will be able to register March 19, 2012.Registration received through the mail, ax, or in person will be processedby 5:00 p.m. the next business day. The best way to ensure that yourregistration is processed immediately is by using our online registration at

winnetkacommunityhouse.org

M e m b e r s h i p I n f o r m a t i o nEarly registration: Members are eligible to register or all classes one week

prior to the start o seasonal registration. Early registration can be done

via the web at winnetkacommunityhouse.org, ax or in person at Winnetka

Community House. Please note: early registration does not guarantee a

spot in a class.

Who is eligible or benefts? All amily members in your household are

eligible or membership benefts. When registering or membership, just list

your amily members, and they will be included or the program registra-

tion benefts automatically when registering or classes.

Membership renewal: Members receive a notice about one month prior

to the expiration, so the membership can be renewed or the next year.

Reunds or memberships will not be available.

H o w T o R e g i s t e r• To register or membership, simply list all eligible members on the registra-

tion orm. Then check the box and add the membership ee in withyour registration.

• Register or programs online at winnetkacommunityhouse.org or on theenclosed registration orm.

• Please print clearly.• Read and fll out orm completely.• By listing your email address, you agree to receive email communications

rom Winnetka Community House. We will never sell your address,but love to keep in touch with our users to give news about programs,events, and special oers rom Winnetka Community House. I you donot wish to receive these emails, simply unsubscribe.

• Sign the registration orm.• Unsigned orms will not be processed, but will be returned to you. This

will delay processing your registration.• Registration orms may be mailed or axed. Registration by telephone

are not accepted.

C r e d i t C a r d sYou may use your credit card or all programs which appear with a classnumber or or a Fitness Centre membership. Fitness Centre membershipsare obtained at the Fitness Centre only. Be sure to fll out the credit cardinormation completely and sign the orm. We do not take telephoneregistration. However, i you are paying by credit card, you may ax yourregistration to (847) 446-0609.

C a n c e l l a t i o n o f C l a s s e sPrior to any class, registration is reviewed to determine i the enrollmentis sufcient to hold the class. Register early! Do not wait until the day o the frst class to register. You may fnd the class has been cancelled due to

low enrollment.

R e f u n d P o l i c yFull reunds will be issued or courses that are cancelled by WinnetkCommunity House due to insufcient registration. A reund, less a 10%service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted i the reund request ireceived fve ull working days prior to the start o the program. No reundwill be allowed ater this time unless a medical condition develops and awritten explanation rom a physician on his/her letterhead is presented

Due to advanced reservation requirements, no reunds or trips, outingsor special events will be given.

P r o r a t e d P o l i c yClasses may be prorated i you would like to enroll in a class ater it hasstarted, provided the instructor has space, and allows or late registrationThe supervisor must approve the prorated amount.

I n c l e m e n t W e a t h e rWinnetka Community House will not hold classes on days when theWinnetka Public Schools have cancelled classes due to inclement weather

R e l i g i o u s H o l i d a y sWinnetka Community House makes every eort to avoid schedulingprograms or events on religious holidays. Anyone aected will be oered

the option o attending a session o the same program on a dierent date as make-up, or receiving a prorated reund o the series ee or the date missed• Winnetka Community House is not responsible or the supervision

o children on site prior to or remaining on site ater the establishedprogram times.

• Winnetka Community House is handicapped accessible.• I you or any member o your amily has special needs, please see ou

Executive Director.• Winnetka Community House receives no tax dollars. We are supported b

our programs, und raising events, our annual campaign, and donations• Winnetka Community House assumes no responsibility and carries no

accident or medical insurance or injuries or accidents at programs oactivities on Community House property. It is advisable to review youown personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your amily

have proper and sufcient insurance coverage.B r o c h u r e E r r o r sComplete details o program policies, procedures, and guidelines arsometimes inadvertently omitted. Errors in days, times, registrationrequirements, and ees may occur in the brochure. When such errors occurthe sta will advise you o the change as quickly as possible. We thank youor your understanding.

C o p y A n d F a x S e r v i c e A v a i l a b l eCopy service is available at $.10/copy. Fax service is available at $2/frspage and $1/each additional page. Cost to receive a ax: $1/page (Faxeare limited to 847, 312, 773, 708, and 630 area codes)

Winnetka Community House asks that all participants be courte-ous to our neighbors when driving and parking in the area.

STEPHEN DUSTMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Winnetka Community House has established the Stephen Dustman Memorial Scholarship Fund to any resident who would like to take part in a Winnetka Community House activity, but is unable to render full payment. Persons in-terested may submit their need in writing to the attention of the Executive Director for condential review. If furtheinformation is desired, please call our main ofce.Donations to this scholarship fund are gratefully accepted.


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Do’ forgeMembers also receive special offers and rewards throughout the year! Watch your email for Member’s Only specials on programs, events and mo

Step 1 Register your whole family! A one year Community House Membership is$150. All family members in your household

are eligible for membership benefits. When registering for, just list your family

members, and they will automatically be eligiblefor benefits when registering.

Step 2Use your Membership to regis-

ter early for WCH programs!Registration begins a week early for CommunityHouse Members. Check out our website or

program guide to find out when member registra-tion begins.Note: Membership does not guarantee

placement in all c lasses. Some classes fill quickly.

Step 3Save money on classes!Community House members save up to 20% registration! Find the Member price listed for ea

program and save on your whole family’s prograall year!



Winnetka Community House is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible, and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participarents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize, however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. Winnetka Community House contrives to reduce such risks, and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety. Please recognize that Winnetka Community Hoot carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering himself\herself or a family membecreation program/activity should review his/her own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make Winnetka Community House autoesponsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for Winnetka Community House requires the exehe following Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully, and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed on this page, you will be waiving and relelaims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS

As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss, regardless of sewhich I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the gainst Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees fnd all claims from injuries, including death, damages or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend Winnetka ity House and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages or losses sustained by me or arising out of, connected with, or in any way associatehe activities of the program. In the event of emergency, I authorize Winnetka Community House officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed nor my immediate care, and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. All participants agree that any photography taken while participating in a class, special evenf a facility may be used for promotional purposes Winnetka Community House. Participants agree to receive emails from Winnetka Community House.

REFUND AND PR ORATE INFORMATION

ull refunds will be issued for courses that are cancelled by Winnetka Community House due to insufficient registration. A refund, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted if the refund received five full working days prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be allowed after this time unless a medical condition develops and a written explanation from a physician on his/her letter

resented. Due to advanced reservation requirements, no refunds for trips, outings, or special events will be given. Classes may be prorated if you would like to enroll in a class after it has started, prov

nstructor has space, and allows for late registration. The supervisor must approve the prorated amount.

lease list any specific medical allergies, medications, chronic illness or other conditions which staff should be aware of:

Winnetka Community House operates in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you believe you or your child need accommodations to facilitate participa

n Winnetka Community House program(s) for which you are registering, please check box.

CONTACT INFORMATION

PARENT/GUARDIAN’S LAST NAME: PARENT/GUARDIAN’S F IRST NAME:

ADDRESS: CITY:

PHONE: WORK PHONE:

EMAIL: I WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE NEWS FROM THE WCH

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME: EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE:

REGISTRATION FORMRegister online at winnetkacommunityhouse.org, via fax at 847-446-0609 or mail this form with payment in full to: Registraiton - WinnetkCommunity House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093. Contact us by phone at 847-446-0537 with any questions. Please print.

PARTICIPANT INFO CLASS INFO

ULL NAME BIRTH DATE M/F SCHOOL CLASS CODE CLASS NAME FEE

I would like to register for a Community House Membership! Please list all family members on the reverse side of this form $15

$10I would like to donate a Centennial gift of $100 to the Community House along with my registration.

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On November 5, 2011, Winnetka Community House officially kicked off its centennial year with a Family BirthdayParty. Over 600 guests attended the event. Special thanks to The Grand Food Center for underwriting the event.

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