York Center Park District

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  • After School Recreation
  • All Day Camps
  • Youth Open Gym Dodgeball
  • Martial Arts
  • Movie & Pizza Night
  • Crafty Corner
  • Willowbrook Basketball Clinic
  • Magic Class
  • Creepy Crafts
  • Pumpkin Carving
  • Mini Monster Creations
  • Aquariums and Crystal Gardens
  • Youth Basketball
  • DuPage Basketball Alliance
  • Rock Star In Me Party
  • Make Your Hair Stand On End!
  • Turkey Delights
  • Letters to Santa
  • Candy Bingo
  • Indoor Hockey
  • YCPD Poms
  • Kreative Kreations Glamour Girls
  • Holiday Ornament Workshop
  • Gingerbread Class
  • Stylish Stockings
  • Holiday Creations
  • Winter Break Camp



  • After School Recreation
    The park district picks up the children at participating schools (Christ the King, Stevenson, York Center, and Westmore) and
    transports them back to the park district. The After School Recreation program is a fun place to make friends, play games, create
    fun crafts, work as a team and more. Each week’s activities are planned around a theme. The list of themes can be found in the
    ASR packet, which can be picked up at the front desk.
    This program follows the District 45 schedule.
    Ages: Afternoon Kindergarten-5th Grade
    Dates: Monday-Friday
    (Program starts Wednesday, Aug. 27)
    Time: School Dismissal-6:00pm
    Fee: $12 per day
    $17 per day on early dismissal
    $25 non-refundable registration fee
    Location: YCPD
    Min: 10 children per day
    Register by: One week in advance
    Note: The YCPD will be closed Sept. 1, Nov. 27, Nov. 28



     All Day Camps
    On Holidays and Institute Days
    We offer additional care on days when school is closed for holidays and traditional school closings, such as teacher institute days.
    This program follows similar guidelines as the After School Program, but is offered from 7:30am-6:00pm on days when children
    do not have school (excluding weekends). We ask that you be prompt at the time of pick-ups, as the program ends at 6:00pm.
    Campers MUST provide their own lunch and we ask that parents use disposable lunch bags labeled with the child’s name. Once
    again we follow the District 45 calendar and we “fill-in” for most days they do not have school.
    NOTE: A minimum of 10 participants is required in order to offer this service. Don’t wait until the last minute to register!
    Ages: 4-12 years
    Code: Date:
    F207.08 Tuesday, Nov. 11
    F208.08 Monday, Nov. 24
    F209.08 Tueday, Nov. 25
    F210.08 Wednesday, Nov. 26
    Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
    7:30am-6:00pm (Extended Care)
    Fee: $25
    $35 (Extended Care)
    Location: YCPD
    Instructor: Staff
    Min/Max: 10 children per day
    Register by: One week in advance



     Youth Open Gym Dodgeball
    Stop by Monday night and play the park district’s most popular
    game. Teams will be formed each week to play different
    Dodgeball games. Note: Parents MUST sign a waiver
    release & Emergency Information form in order for
    their child to play. If the minimum is not met by 5:15
    p.m., the program will be cancelled for that night.
    Code: F220.08
    Ages: 7-11 years
    Dates: Mondays, Sept. 8-Dec. 8
    Time: 5:00-6:00 pm
    Fee: $2 each night
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Instructor: YCPD Staff
    Min/Max: 8/40

     



     Martial Arts
    Get physically fit while learning martial arts! Dragonstyle
    Martial Fitness teaches the basic movements required to perform
    through self-defense skills. Beginners and advanced
    martial artists will greatly benefit from this program.
    Aspects of all major martial arts in the world today are
    implemented including: Hapkido, Karate, Jujitsu, Gung-fu,
    Escrima, Pankration, San Shou & Kickboxing.
    Ages: 5 years & up
    Code: Date:
    F222.08 II. Wednesdays, Oct. 29-Dec. 10
    (No class December 3)
    Time: 7:00-8:00pm
    Fee: $95/resident per session;
    $100/non-resident per session
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Instructor: Ray Shure
    Min/Max: 6/25
    Register by: I. Wednesday, Sept. 3
    II. Wednesday, Oct. 22



     Movie & Pizza Nights
    Parents need a night out? Drop your children off at the park
    district one Friday a month to watch a movie and eat pizza.
    All of the movies are G or PG rated. Parents must sign a
    waiver and registration form by Thursday 5:00 p.m.
    Ages: 6-10 years
    Days: One Friday a month
    Code: Date: Movie
    F225.08 Nov. 14 Horton Hears a Who?
    F226.08 Dec.12 The Santa Clause
    Time: 6:00-8:00pm
    Fee: $5 each Friday
    Location: Museum
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Thursday prior to movie night



     Crafty Corner
    Do you have tons of creativity but nothing to do with it?
    This class will meet once a month and we will create a cool
    new craft each month.
    Ages: 6-10 years
    Days: 3rd Wednesday of each month
    Code: Date: Craft:
    F229.08 Nov. 19 Create a football/helmet
    F230.08 Dec.17 Bobblehead dino
    Time: 3:45 - 4:45pm
    Fee: $35/resident; $40/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 6/12
    Register by: Wednesday, Sept. 10

     



     Magic Class
    Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a
    wide variety of fascinating and mind-boggling tricks!
    Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards,
    ropes, coins, mind reading, and more. While the tricks may
    appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn
    and easy to perform. All materials are provided, and each
    child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are
    grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate.
    Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and
    again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session!
    Ages: 4-12
    Code: Date: Time:
    F240.08 I. Thursday, Oct. 16 4:00 - 4:55pm
    F241.08 II. Friday, Dec. 12 5:15 - 6:10pm
    Fee: $15
    Location: Preschool Room
    Instructor: Gary Kantor
    Min/Max: 5/40
    Register by: I. Thursday, Oct. 9
    II. Friday, Dec. 5



     Willowbrook Basketball Clinic
    Its time to get into basketball shape in preparation for the
    upcoming season. Both kids and coaches are encouraged to
    attend this one day clinic conducted by Willowbrook High
    School Boys Varsity Head Coach Tim Lavorato and his
    assistants and players. You will learn methods to improve
    your all around game.
    Dates: Saturday, Nov. 1* Date changed
    Code: Grade:: Time:
    F242.08 1 - 4 10:15 - 11:15am
    F243.08 5 - 8 9:00 - 10:15am
    Fee: $5/person
    Location: Willowbrook High School
    Register by: Saturday, Oct. 25



     Creepy Crafts
    Are you ready for all the Halloween happenings? Come
    over to the YCPD and make some creepy, scary crafts.
    Code: F244.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Monday, Oct. 27
    Time: 4:00 - 5:00pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: Monday, Oct.20



     Pumpkin Carving
    Do you need help or different ideas for carving your pumpkin
    this year? Come to the park district and we will supply
    the pumpkin, all the tools and clean up. Make sure you
    wear play clothes, this will get messy.
    Code: F245.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 28
    Time: 3:30-4:30pm
    Fee: $5
    Location: YCPD
    Min/Max: 6/15
    Register by: Tuesday, Oct. 21



     Mini Monster Creations
    My favorite part of Halloween is all the yummy treats! We
    will make mini concoctions of creepy, spooky yet tasty
    Halloween goodies. We will be able to sample our creations
    and make some to take home. Children should wear comfortable
    play clothes. We may get messy. Fee includes
    instruction, recipies, supplies, and fun!
    Code: F246.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Wednesday, Oct. 29
    Time: 3:45 - 5:15pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-residents
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 6/12
    Register by: Wednesday, Oct. 22



     Aquariums and Crystal Gardens
    Grow your own crystal garden. Plus you’ll take a closer
    look at seeds to be planted in a real garden. Then we’ll look
    at tiny shrimp eggs – and you’ll make and take home your
    own aquarium to hatch the eggs!
    Ages:
    Date:
    Ages: 4-6 years
    Dates: Thursdays, Oct. 30 & Nov. 6
    Code: Time:
    F247.08 I: 9:15 - 10:45am
    F248.08 II: 1:00 - 2:30pm
    Fee: $43/resident; $45/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Instructor: Kaleidoscope
    Min/Max: 6/12
    Register by: Thursday, Oct. 23



     Youth Basketball
    Stop by the park district Thursday nights for some open gym
    basketball and shoot some hoops with your friends.
    NOTE: Parents or Guardians MUST sign a waiver
    release and emergency information form in order for
    their child to play. If the minimum is not met by 5:15pm,
    the program will be cancelled for that night.
    Code: F249.08
    Ages: 7-12 years
    Dates: Thursdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 18
    (No Program Nov. 27 & Dec. 4)
    Time: 5:00 - 6:00pm
    Fee: $2 per night
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Instructor: YCPD Staff
    Min/Max: 6/20



     DuPage Basketball Alliance
    In Partnership with Butterfield, Villa Park and Oakbrook Terrace Park Districts
    The DuPage Basketball Alliance is a co-op between the Villa Park Recreation Department and the York Center, Butterfield and
    Oakbrook Terrace Park Districts. Practices take place one day a week with games played on Saturdays. All practices and games
    take place at various locations within the cooperating districts. Team assignments, schedules and uniforms will be issued on
    November 15. Team practices begin the week of November 17. Kids will be randomly assigned to teams and coach/friend
    requests will not be accepted. All players must attend the pre season skill days. Please indicate the days/times that you are unable
    to practice.
    Dates Saturday, Nov. 8-Feb. 21
    Code: Grade:
    F250.08 7th/8th Grade
    F251.08 5th/6th Grade
    F252.08 3rd/4th Grade
    F253.08 1st/2nd Grade
       
    Fee: Fee: $68 ($78 after Nov. 1st)
       
    Pre-Season Skill Days:  
    Day: Location:
    Nov. 8 Jefferson Middle School
    Nov. 15 Jefferson Middle School (teams assigned)
    Times: Grade:
    8:30 - 9:30am 7th/8th Grade
    9:30 - 10:30am 5th/6th Grade
    10:30 - 11:30am 3rd/4th Grade
    11:30am - 12:30pm 1st/2nd Grade
       
    Important Dates:
    November 17 Practices begin
    December 6 Games begin
    February 21 Season ends



     Rock Star In Me Party
    Hey girls! Is Hannah Montana your idol? Do you love pop
    music, singing, dancing, bling-bling, make-overs, crafts and
    having fun? Come to this new class with Glitzy Girlz and
    rock it out with your friends! Glitzy Girlz will be giving pop
    star make-overs including a gold/silver sequin hat, hair braid,
    face jewels, make-up, nail application. Finish with cool sunglasses
    like Miley would wear to take home! We will be
    doing two activities including a cool craft and making a piece
    of bling-bling. Our second part of class will be a rock show.
    Includes an imitation microphone to sing along with a
    karaoke machine to favorites like Hannah Montana and more.
    Our staff will lead dancing and bring out the girls “inner rock
    star:. Bring a pal to this show!
    Code: F254.08
    Ages: 5-10 years old
    Dates: Tuesday, Nov. 11
    Time: 10:30am-Noon
    Fee: $30/resident; $35/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Instructor: Glitzy Girlz
    Min/Max: 7/15
    Register by: Tuesday, Nov. 4



     Candy Bingo
    There is no school today! So join the YCPD while we play
    some different variations of Bingo with candy as the prizes!
    Code: F255.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Tuesday, Nov. 11
    Time: 2:00 - 3:00pm
    Fee: $5/resident; $7/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: Tuesday, Nov. 4



     Indoor Hockey
    When its cold outside come to the YCPD gym to challenge
    your friends to a fun game of floor hockey. We will play
    non-competitive scrimmages of floor hockey.
    Code: F256.08
    Ages: 6-10 years
    Dates: Wednesday, Nov. 12
    Time: 4:00-5:00pm
    Fee: $3/resident; $4/non-resident
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Min/Max: 10/16
    Register by: Wednesday, Nov. 5



     YCPD Poms
    Pom dancin’ and lovin’ it! Discover all the fun waiting for
    you through Pom dancing. Poms is great dance music, fun
    dance moves, and lots of pom moving and shaking. We will
    learn basic pom dance techniques, pom passes, facials, and
    more! It’s fun for all as we learn our own York Center Pom
    dance routine! Join us! Attire: Dancers should wear comfortable
    clothing/shoes that you can move easily in.
    *If you participated in our summer session, don’t worry we
    will learn new routines to new music!
    Code: F258.08
    Ages: 7-12 years
    Dates: TBA
    Time: TBA
    Fee: $35/residents; $40/non-residents
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Instructor: Brianna Scavone and Katie Tyree
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: YCPD Gym



     Kreative Kreations Glamour Girls
    Girls if you like crafts and love to feel glamorous this class is
    designed especially for you. Each participant will enjoy ccreating
    their own sparkle scented lip gloss and creamy body
    lotion. Next we will design a purse using a large variety of
    rhinestones, sequence, and other fun embellishments. Lastly,
    each girl will be treated to a special glitter braid in the color
    of her choice. Sign up today for this one of a kind class. We
    promise you will have lots of fun!
    Code: F257.08
    Ages: 3-12 years
    (3-5 must be accompanied by parent)
    Dates: Thursday, Nov.13
    Time: 6:00-7:00pm
    Fee: $28/resident; $33/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Instructor: Kreative Kreations Staff
    Min/Max: 12/20
    Register by: Thursday, Nov. 6



     Make Your Hair Stand On End!
    Come and have fun with static electricity! You’ll see that
    you can make your hair stand on end and even stick things
    on the wall! Come and take charge of static electricity!
    Ages: 4-6 years
    Dates: Thursday, Nov. 20
    Code: Time:
    F259.08 I: 9:15 - 10:45am
    F260.08 II: 1:00 - 2:30pm
    Fee: $22/resident; $25/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Instructor: Kaleidoscope
    Min/Max: 6/12
    Register by: Thursday, Nov. 13



     Turkey Delights
    We will get ready for Thanksgiving as we make a delicious
    treat. Just because your small doesn’t mean you can’t contribute
    to Thanksgiving. You be in charge of making turkey
    shaped treats for Thanksgiving dessert.
    Code: F262.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Wednesday, Nov. 26
    Time: 2:00 - 3:00pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: Wednesday, Nov. 19



     Letters to Santa
    Have you been naughty or nice this year? Write a letter to
    Santa and you will receive an individualized greeting from
    him. Bring your letter to the park district and we will make
    an extra special delivery to the North Pole. Make sure in
    your child’s letter you put their name, address, and what
    they want for the Holidays this year. All letters must be in
    by Monday, December 1.
    Code: F600.08
    Ages: All
    Fee: $1/resident; $2/non-resident
    Register by: Monday, Dec. 1



     Holiday Ornament Workshop
    Become an honorary elf by helping make some holiday
    ornaments. In this class we will decorate and make a variety
    of ornaments for the holidays.
    Code: F263.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Thursday, Dec. 11
    Time: 3:30-4:30pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: Thursday, Dec. 4



     Gingerbread Class
    The Holidays aren’t complete without making a gingerbread
    house! YCPD will provide all the supplies you need to create
    a unique gingerbread house-perfect for decoration or to
    eat! Parents are invited to assist their child in the process,
    as holiday music plays in the background.
    Code: F264.08
    Ages: 4-12 years
    Dates: Friday, Dec. 12
    Time: 4:30-5:30pm
    Fee: $12/resident; $15/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Min/Max: 8/12
    Register by: Friday, Dec. 5



     Stylish Stockings
    Come and decorate your very own special stocking. You
    can design your stocking however you would like, using
    glitter, sequins, feathers and more! Make sure you play
    clothes it may get a little messy.
    Code: F265.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Tuesday, Dec. 16
    Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: Tuesday, Dec. 9



     Holiday Creations
    Do you love decorating cookies for the holidays? Join us as
    we bake and create different desserts to share with our families.
    Whatever you make you will be able to take home.We
    will supply all the ingredients, you supply the play clothes,
    this may get messy!
    Code: F266.08
    Ages: 5-10 years
    Dates: Thursday, Dec. 18
    Time: 3:30-4:30pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/resident
    Location: YCPD
    Min/Max: 6/16
    Register by: Thursday, Dec. 11



     Winter Break Camp
    Campers will enjoy spending some of their winter break at
    the park district. Campers will participate in making crafts,
    playing games, watching movies, playing sports, and more.
    Campers are encourages to wear play clothes. Campers
    must provide their own lunch and we ask that parents use
    disposable lunch bags labeled with their child’s name.
    Appropriate outdoor wear is advised such as: a warm jacket,
    boots, gloves, hat, etc. Pick-up a Winter Break Camp packet
    from the front desk and be sure to register by Monday,
    December 15 because there is a minimum of 10 participants
    in order to offer this service.
    Ages: 4-12 years
    Dates: I. Dec. 22, 23 & 26
    II. Dec. 29, 30 & Jan. 2
    The YCPD is closed Dec. 24, 25 & 31 & Jan. 1
    Time: 7:30am - 6:00pm (Extended Care)
    9:00am - 3:00pm
    Fee: Daily Rate
    $35 per day (Extended Care)
    $25 per day
    Location: YCPD
    Min/Max: 10/40
    Register by: Monday, Dec. 15

     



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