Parks Insider May 2012

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Waiver & Release of All Claims and Assumptions of RiskPlease read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program, including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided. I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program against the Decatur Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees (hereinafter collectively referred as “Decatur Park District”). Photo Disclaimer: I understand that my child/ward or I may be photographed or videotaped while participating in a Decatur Park District program. I give permission for photos and videotapes of my child/ward or me to be used to promote the Park District. Such photos and videotapes will remain the property of the Decatur Park District. I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the Decatur Park District from any and all claims for injuries, damages, or loss that my minor child/ward or I may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with this program/activity. I have read and fully understand the above waiver and release of all claims and assumption of risk.

Signature (18 years or older or Parent/Guardian): Date: NOTE: The Decatur Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for its participants. The cost of such insurance would make programs cost prohibitive. We suggest that you look at your own insurance policy to be sure you are adequately covered. The Park District assumes no responsibility for personal injuries or loss of personal property.

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Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) Administrative Office 1295 W. Wood, Decatur IL 62522 620 E. Riverside Ave., Decatur IL 62521 Fax: 421-6642 Phone: 429-3472 Fax: 421-7422 Phone: 422-5911

For your convenience, online registration for most classes and activities is available! To begin the online registration process and set up your household account, visit the DISC in person or call 429-3472. If you already have a current household account, user ID, and password, simply log on to decatur-parks.org and select the programs you wish!

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I would like to donate to the Park District’s Fun for All Scholarship Program to enable economically disadvantaged youth the opportunity to participate. (Please enclose tax-deductible donation). Thank you!

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Day Camp & Teen ClubSpectacular Summer Day Camp!May 29 - August 17 at the DISCSpend time with your friends at the DISC’s activity-filled camp that combines nature, recreation, and sports! You’ll take field trips and participate in fun activities. You can also create-a-camp by adding your favorite Park District programs like Zoo Kids, Zoo Crew, First Tee Golf, B.O.S.S. and Greater Decatur Youth Band! Designed for youth aged 5 - 11. Summer Day Camp & Teen Club are presented by the Decatur Park District and Millikin University.Dates: M - F, May 29 - August 17Code: #410006, section 01 - 58 for online registration

Summer Teen ClubMay 29 - August 17 at the DISCWant to meet new friends, swim at Fairview pool, take great field trips, climb the DISC rock wall, and play soccer, volleyball and basketball? If you’re aged 12 - 14, Summer Teen Club is just for you! Dates: M - F, May 29 - August 17Code: #420006, section 01 - 58 for online registration

Day Camp & Teen Club FeesTime: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. WoodFee: $140/week ($120 with resident discount) $35/day ($30 with resident discount) (15% discount for each additional sibling) Register: At least one week in advance to avoid $10 late feeNotes:

Airport Fun Day!Soar to new heights at the Decatur Airport’s Fun Day on Saturday, May 19! Tour the Decatur Airport control tower, view a display by the Army National Guard, climb aboard the Park District’s Striker emergency vehicle, and enjoy a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association. For more information, call 428-2423. Date: Saturday, May 19 (Rain Date May 26)Time: 8 - 11 a.m.Location: Gaitros Aviation LLC, Decatur Airport

Entertainment in Your Backyard!Head out to your neighborhood park for summer concerts and movies presented by the Decatur Park District! Park Singers concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and movies begin at 8:30 p.m. For changes & cancellations due to inclement weather, visit decatur-parksorg. See you in the park!

Decatur Park Singers Concerts in the ParksDate ParkTuesday, June 12 MonroeWednesday, June 13 KiwanisTuesday, June 19 HessTuesday, June 26* South ShoresWednesday, July 4 Nelson ParkTuesday, July 10* SinawikSaturday, July 14 Fairview Wednesday, July 18* Children’s MuseumMonday, July 30 MuellerTuesday, July 31 CresthavenWednesday, August 1* Fairview Lantern ParadeTuesday, August 7 Oak Grove*The Greater Decatur Youth Band will perform on these dates beginning at 5:45 p.m.

Movies in the Parks (on the HUGE inflatable screen!)Date Park Wednesday, June 13 Kiwanis Tuesday, June 26 South Shores Tuesday, July 10 Sinawik Saturday, July 14 Fairview

Preschool ActivitiesLet’s Make Something for Mommy!Enjoy a special Mothers’ Day activity at the DISC, as your child creates a vase and fills it with a beautiful flower. Participants will also enjoy a yummy snack and Mothers’ Day story.Code Age Day Date Time904805-01 3 - 5 Saturday May 12 10 - 10:45 a.m.904805-02 3 - 5 Saturday May 12 11 - 11:45 a.m.Location: DISC, 1295 W. WoodFee: $10 ($7 with resident discount)

Let’s Make Something for Daddy!In recognition of Fathers’ Day, participants will frame a copy of their footprints along with a poem written just for Dad. A snack and story round out the fun!Code Age Day Date Time904806-01 3 - 5 Saturday June 16 10 - 10:45 a.m.904806-02 3 - 5 Saturday June 16 11 - 11:45 a.m.Location: DISC, 1295 W. WoodFee: $10 ($7 with resident discount)

Fee includes field trips. Meals are not included, so please bring a sack lunch. Transportation is provided to and from other Park District programs. For more information or a calendar of events, call 429-3472 or email Jamie Davis at jamiec@decparks.com.

RunningStaley Striders Track & Field ClubGo the distance with the Staley Striders, sponsored by Tate & Lyle! Athletes aged 6 and up focus on short and long-distance running techniques, plus a variety of field events. Past participants have competed at national meets across the U.S. with many going on to collegiate track and field careers.Code Age Day Date Time441627-04 6 - 18 T - Th June 5 - July 19 3 - 4:30 p.m.Location: Millikin University TrackFee: $21 ($18 with resident discount)

Staley Firecracker Road Run/WalkCelebrate the 4th of July with this annual tradition! Compete in a 4-mile or 8-mile run, or join in the 2-mile fun run/walk. The first 200 entrants receive a tee shirt. A minimum of three awards in each age division will be given to runners.Code Race 441649-21 2-mile Walk 441649-22 Men’s 4-mile Run 441649-23 Men’s 8-mile Run 441649-24 Women’s 4-mile Run 441649-25 Women’s 8-mile Run Date: Wednesday, July 4Time: Check-in, 7 - 7:45 a.m. Race, 8 a.m.Location: Nelson Park Pavilion #2Fee: $19 by June 29; $23 on race day

Tuesday Night Park RunsHead to Fairview for a Tuesday night run in the park! This weekly event includes a half-mile Tot Trot, one-mile Fun Run or various distances up to seven miles. Come by yourself or bring the entire family! A distance race schedule is available at the DISC. Participants qualify for prize drawings donated by local merchants. Date: Tuesdays, June 12 - August 7Time: Registration, 5:30 p.m. Run, 6 p.m.Age: All agesLocation: Fairview Park Pavilion #1Fee: $1 per person

Thursday Night Youth Track & FieldTrack & Field meets are open to all students aged 6 - 18 for fun and practice. There will be two track meets during the season.Date: Thursdays, June 21 - July 12Time: 4 - 7 p.m.Location: Millikin University TrackFee: $1 per event

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SoccerMidState Soccer ClubPlay, train and excel with MidState Soccer Club! Led by U.S. Soccer Federation nationally certified coaches, the club program is designed for more serious players who want to train and advance their skills throughout the year. Club teams play 6 - 8 games in the Central Illinois Youth Soccer League and compete in 2 - 3 tournaments each session.

MidState Soccer Club TryoutsBoys & Girls U10 - U14 and H.S. Girls U15 - U18Date/Time: June 7, 7 p.m. June 9, 10 a.m.Location: Decatur Soccer ComplexFee: $400 - $510 (+$100 one-time uniform fee) Payment plans available starting at $57. Pre-registration is required.

MidState Tots & Summer AcademyMidState Tots & Summer Academy focuses on the basics of soccer, including passing, dribbling and coordination.Code Age Day Date Time390006-04 3 - 4 T June 26 - July 17 9:30 - 10 a.m.390005-04 5 - 7 T June 26 - July 17 10 - 11 a.m.Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Fee: Age 3 - 4 $39 ($33 with resident discount) Age 5 - 7 $45 ($39 with resident discount)

MidState Summer Soccer CampNationally licensed MidState Soccer Club Director Colin Bonner, Millikin University men’s and women’s soccer coaches, and area coaches offer campers exposure to the Central Illinois soccer community. Highlighted areas: skills development/enhancement, good sportsmanship, and fun!Code Age Day Date Time390007-10 5 - 8 M - Th July 30 - Aug. 2 5:15 - 6:30 p.m.390007-11 9 - 11 M - Th July 30 - Aug. 2 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.390007-12 12 - 18 M - Th July 30 - Aug. 2 7:45 - 9 p.m.Location: Decatur Soccer ComplexFee: $75 by July 1; $95 after July 1

U8-U14 Boys & Girls Recreational LeaguesSoccer players aged 7 - 13 can take part in the 7-week summer league. Age divisions and teams will be determined when registration closes.Code Age Day Date Time390004-03 7 - 13 Sun. June 10 - July 22 TBDLocation: Decatur Soccer Complex Fee: $25 per playerDeadline: May 29

GolfFirst Tee Golf CampGet into the swing of golf with this 4-day, week-long camp! Beginners focus on coordination, simple techniques and motor skills. More advanced players take their swing to the next level, with golf pros on hand to further develop each individual’s game.Code Age Day Date Time226205-06 5 - 17 M - Th June 4 - 7 8:45 - 11:15 a.m.Location: Hickory Point Golf Course Fee: $35

First Tee Junior GolfLearn valuable life skills while playing the game of golf! Interactive classes with Park District golf pros are designed to help participants with their form and fundamentals. Code Age Day Date Time226206-07 5 - 17 T - Th June 12 - Aug. 2 8:30 - 10 a.m.226206-08* 8 - 17 T - Th June 12 - Aug. 2 10 - 11:30 a.m.* Completion of Target Level (Section 03) required.Location: Scovill Golf Course Fee: $50 (includes $2/day fee)Note: No classes July 17, 19 & 31

2012 Decatur Jr. OpenOpen to boys and girls aged 4 - 21. Each player will enjoy 3 rounds of golf, lunch on both tournament days, banquet meals, and additional tournament gifts.Date: July 30 & 31Location: Ages 4 - 13: Scovill Golf Course Ages 14 - 21: Hickory Point Golf CourseFee: $40 (ages 4 - 11) & $70 (ages 12 - 21)

Family Golf Night/Pro TipsJust for parents, grandparents and their children and grandchildren, Family Night provides a low-key instructional environment for all skill levels. Golf pros are available on the driving range and putting green; plus you’ll have all the range balls you can hit! First Tee junior golfers are encouraged to attend.Date: Wednesdays, May 23 - August 15Time: 6 - 8 p.m.Location: Red Tail Run Driving RangeFee: $9 per adult/child combination

TennisTiny Tots TennisTiny Tots is the perfect beginner’s class for kids aged 3 - 5. Code Age Day Date Time631511-15 3 - 5 M June 4 - July 23 9 - 9:30 a.m.631511-16 3 - 5 M June 4 - July 23 9:30 - 10 a.m.Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Fee: $32 ($27 with resident discount)

Ten and Under Tennis with USTATen and Under divides courts into segments and uses smaller areas, smaller nets, and youth-friendly racquets.Code Age Day Date Time631532-05 6 - 10 T June 5 - July 24 6 - 7:30 p.m.631532-06 6 - 10 Th June 7 - July 26 9 - 10:30 a.m.Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Fee: $65 (includes team uniform, racquet, foam ball, & prizes)

Beginner TennisThis class is designed for players aged 11 - 12 and meets twice a week for 1 hour. Learn a new sport and make great new friends! Code Age Day Date Time631541-18 11 - 12 M/W June 4 - July 25 10 - 11 a.m.Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Fee: $52 ($47 with resident discount)

Teen TennisTeens can improve their tennis skills twice a week. Code Age Day Date Time631542-19 13 - 18 M/W June 4 - July 25 1 - 2:30 p.m.Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Fee: $52 ($47 with resident discount)

R.D. McMillen USTA Junior Team TennisPlayers are placed on teams and play singles and doubles matches each week.Division Day Date Time 18 & Under: Th June 7 - July 19 6 - 8 p.m.14 & Under: T June 5 - July 17 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Location: Fairview Park Tennis ComplexRegister: Chuck Kuhle, 423-7020 by May 29

WrestlingAmateur wrestlers will learn basic fundamentals, rules, and skills necessary to gain the winning edge. Designed for youth aged 6 - 14, the summer wrestling sessions are offered by experienced, area wrestling coaches.Code Age Day Date Time902000-11 6 - 14 T/Th June 5 - 21 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Location: DISC, 1295 W. WoodFee: $35 ($30 with resident discount)Note: Proper attire includes T-shirt, gym shorts and gym shoes. No street shoes please.

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Spring Hours (April 21 - May 25) Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: noon - 9 p.m.

Summer Hours (May 26 - August 12) Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: noon - 10 p.m.

SpecialsThursdays - 2 golfers for price of 1 adultSundays Family Special - 4 golfers for $10

Special EventsMay 13 - Moms golf free with paid childJune 17 - Dads golf free with paid childJuly 4 - 2 golfers for the price of 1 adult

Paul’s Puttin’ Place & Dunn’s Dugout

Students in grades 6 - 12 will enjoy a fun-filled evening with snacks, pop and pizza, a DJ, and unlimited mini golf and batting cages. Price is $5/person (excluding

concessions). Students must show school ID or be signed in by a parent. Pick-up is at 8:30 p.m.; for their safety,

students will not be allowed to walk home without a parent note.

Paul’s & Dunn’s Teen Nights!June 8 & August 10, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Zoo Special EventsZippy Zoo Day with Mom May 12 Noon - 4 p.m.Celebrate Mothers’ Day with balloon animals, face painting, and animal presentations! Moms receive free admission with a paid child.

World Oceans Day June 8 All Day Celebrate the wonder of our oceans at Scovill Zoo!

Ice Cream SafariJuly 22 1 - 4 p.m. Beat the heat with a cool summer treat! See how we keep the animals cool and find all the hidden ice cream stations throughout the zoo.

Animal CrackersDuring this 45-minute class, children aged 3 - 5 listen to a story, meet an animal, create a craft with their adult guests and snack on animal crackers!Code Subject Date Time156513-E1 Marvelous Mammals May 12 9:30 a.m.156513-E2 Marvelous Mammals May 12 11 a.m.156513-F1 Scales and Tails June 9 9:30 a.m.156513-F2 Scales and Tails June 9 11 a.m.156513-G1 Fair Feathered Friends July 14 9:30 a.m.156513-G2 Fair Feathered Friends July 14 11 a.m.156513-H1 Down Under Mate August 11 9:30 a.m.156513-H2 Down Under Mate August 11 11 a.m.Location: Zoo Education CenterFee: $10 ($9 with resident discount)

Critter EncountersParticipate in fun, hands-on activities with a different story, animal, and zoo activity each session! Code Age Day Date Time156533-N1 5 - 6 Saturday June 16 1 - 2:30 p.m.156533-P1 5 - 6 Saturday June 23 1 - 2:30 p.m.156533-Q1 5 - 6 Saturday June 30 1 - 2:30 p.m.156533-R1 5 - 6 Saturday July 7 1 - 2:30 p.m.156533-S1 5 - 6 Saturday July 14 1 - 2:30 p.m.156533-T1 5 - 6 Saturday July 21 1 - 2:30 p.m.156533-U1 5 - 6 Saturday July 28 1 - 2:30 p.m.Location: Zoo Education CenterFee: $12 ($10 with resident discount)

Zoo KidsHouses, homes, and habitats will be the focus of this week-long fun-filled camp. Learn the ways animal homes are very different from ours! Code Age Day Date Time126532-01 7 - 8 M - F June 4 - 8 9 a.m. - noon126532-02 7 - 8 M - F June 11 - 15 1 - 4 p.m.126532-03 7 - 8 M - F June 18 - 22 9 a.m. - noon126532-04 7 - 8 M - F June 25 - 29 1 - 4 p.m.126532-05 7 - 8 M - F July 9 - 13 9 a.m. - noon126532-06 7 - 8 M - F July 16 - 20 1 - 4 p.m.126532-07 7 - 8 M - F July 23 - 27 9 a.m. - noonLocation: Zoo Education CenterFee: $65 ($50 with resident discount)

Zoo CampCan fish have fur? Can rabbits have feathers? Animals have unique characteristics, and we will explore their classifications in this week-long adventure. Code Age Day Date Time126533-11 9 - 10 M - F June 4 - 8 1 - 4 p.m.126533-12 9 - 10 M - F June 11 - 15 9 a.m. - noon126533-13 9 - 10 M - F June 18 - 22 1 - 4 p.m.126533-14 9 - 10 M - F June 25 - 29 9 a.m. - noon126533-15 9 - 10 M - F July 9 - 13 1 - 4 p.m.126533-16 9 - 10 M - F July 16 - 20 9 a.m. - noon126533-17 9 - 10 M - F July 23 - 27 1 - 4 p.m.Location: Zoo Education CenterFee: $65 ($50 with resident discount)

Zoo CrewWant to learn about the management and care of the animals at Scovill Zoo? Join Zoo Crew’s “If I Ran the Zoo” program and see what it’s like to be a zoo director.Code Age Day Date Time126534-21 11 - 12 M - F June 4 - 8 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.126534-22 11 - 12 M - F June 11 - 15 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.126534-23 11 - 12 M - F June 18 - 22 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.126534-24 11 - 12 M - F June 25 - 29 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.126534-25 11 - 12 M - F July 9 - 13 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.126534-26 11 - 12 M - F July 16 - 20 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.126534-27 11 - 12 M - F July 23 - 27 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Zoo Education CenterFee: $80 ($65 with resident discount)

Zoo ExplorersYoung scientists will take a closer look at the issues of climate change and how it affects animals around the world. Code Age Day Date Time156541-X1 13 - 14 M - F June 4 - 15 5 - 8 p.m.156541-X2 13 - 14 M - F June 18 - 29 5 - 8 p.m.156541-X3 13 - 14 M - F July 9 - 20 5 - 8 p.m.Location: Zoo Education CenterFee: $80 ($65 with resident discount)

Zoo SafariZoo Crew & Zoo Explorers participants can conclude their summer experience with a zoo safari that includes visits to other Central Illinois zoos and nature centers!Code Age Day Date Time126535-01 11 - 14 M - F July 30 - Aug. 3 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Fee: $115 ($100 with resident discount)Note: July 31 & August 3 sessions will end at 5 p.m.

Spring HoursApril 6 - May 25Weekdays: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Weekends: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Summer HoursMay 26 - August 19Daily: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

ArtsCookin’ with the ChoraleJune 2 & 3 • 6 p.m.Fairview Park Pavilion #1Picnic in the park and enjoy a performance by the Greater De-catur Chorale. Directed by Cyndi Johnson, the Chorale celebrates 27 years of wonderful music in 2012 and features over 80 talented vocalists (and the Decatur Park Singers Band)! This event is free and open to the public. Conces-sions and hot grills for cooking will be available at 5 p.m. Special guests include the Decatur Park Singers and Young Park Singers.

Best of Summer Stock (B.O.S.S.)Everyone is a star in B.O.S.S. musical theatre camps! Participants will sing, dance and act as they bring a musical to life! Actors will learn teamwork, musical theatre technique, and skills in preparation for an exciting final show with sets, costumes, props and lights. Each camp is directed by our professional, experienced musical theatre staff. The program is directed by Marie Jagger-Taylor. Grade is for the 2011 - 2012 school year. Registration ends June 12.

B.O.S.S., Jr. - Winnie the Pooh, Jr.Code Grade Day Date Time632234-05 1 - 5* M - Th June 18 - July 28 9 a.m. - noon

B.O.S.S., Sr. - Fame!, Jr.Code Grade Day Date Time632234-06 6 - 12* M - Th June 18 - July 29 1 - 4 p.m.Location: Poage Arts & Recreation Center, 2020 N. OaklandFee: $180 ($165 with resident discount) *Notes:

2012 B.O.S.S. PerformancesFree Preview Performance - July 13 at noon in Central Park!

B.O.S.S., Jr. presents Winnie the Pooh Jr.July 27 at 7 p.m. & July 28 at 2 p.m.

B.O.S.S., Sr. presents Fame! Jr. July 28 at 7 p.m. & July 29 at 2 p.m.

Junior Park Singers CampSing and dance with the Decatur Park Singers! Participants will learn choreography and lyrics to perform on stage at the Park Singers concert at Mueller Park on July 30! Code Grade Day Date Time622741-05 5 - 7 M - F July 23 - 30 10 a.m. - noon622741-06 1 - 4 M - F July 23 - 30 1 - 3 p.m.Location: Poage Arts & Recreation Center, 2020 N. OaklandFee: $70 ($60 with resident discount)Note: Performance tee shirt, music, rehearsal CD included

Greater Decatur Youth BandYou don’t have to wait until fall to perform with the band! Tune up with friends in the Greater Decatur Youth Band. This program is designed for instrumentalists who are looking for superior summer instruction and a chance to perform at various special events. Dr. Gary Shaw, Millikin University Director of Bands, and Brianna Bjerke, Mt. Zion Director of Bands, direct. Code Grade Day Date Time632931-05 5 - 6 (Red Band)* M/W June 6 - Aug. 4* 9 - 10:15 a.m. 632931-06 7 - 9 (Blue Band)* M/W June 6 - Aug. 4* 10:30 -11:45 a.m.Location: Room K136, Kirkland Fine Arts CenterFee: $72 ($65 with resident discount)*Notes: Grade is for the 2011 - 2012 school year. No session on July 4.

Greater Decatur Summer StringsIf you’re looking for top-notch orchestra instruction, join the Greater Decatur Summer Strings program! Summer Strings allows youth in grades 1 - 9 to enhance their skills and perform at special events. Instructed by Jason Zimmerman. All sessions meet Monday - Thursday.Code Group Date Time623031-07 Reading Orch. June 4 - 29 3:15 - 4 p.m.623031-08 Summer Strings June 4 - 29 4:15 - 5 p.m.623031-09 Summer Orch. June 4 - 29 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.Location: Garfield Montessori Magnet SchoolFee: $72 ($65 with resident discount) Scholarships are available.Notes:

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NEW AGE GROUPS!

Reading Orchestra is for elementary students with one year of playing experience. The Summer Strings program is for elementary students with two years of playing experience. Summer Orchestra is for elementary or middle school students with three or more years of playing experience.

Grade is for the 2011 - 2012 school year. Fee includes performance tee shirt, script and practice CD. B.O.S.S., Jr. participants are required to supply show shoes and pants. B.O.S.S., Sr. participants must supply show shoes.

Bells In Motion ConcertBells In Motion is a progressive handbell ensemble that combines seven octaves of handbells and chimes, string bass, drums, and other musical instruments to perform a range of music, including classical, Big Band, blues, sacred, and original compositions written especially for this thrilling group of performers.Date: Sunday, July 15Time: 5 p.m.Location: Nelson Park Amphitheater

The Decatur Park District developed the Park Watch program to help prevent crimes in our parks, properties, and facilities. All tips are appreciated, and you may receive a reward for information leading to the arrest of people responsible for these crimes.

• Please be on the look-out for suspicious activity.• If you have a tip, call Park Watch at 422-5911.• Tips can be made anonymously and you may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Park Watch Program

Dance & Drama CampTake part in the Park District’s dance & drama classes for beginners to advanced, preschool to adult! Ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, lyrical, and drama classes will be offered in 4-week sessions. For more information, call Megan Mooney at 421-6648.

Drama (June 22 - July 19)Code Class Age Day Time Place492102-59 Pre-School 3 - 4 Th 12:30 - 1 p.m. DISC492102-58 Pre-K 4 M 9:30 - 10 a.m. DISC492102-60 K - 2nd Drama 5 - 8 F 9 - 10 a.m. ARC492102-61 3rd - 5th Drama 8 - 11 F 10 - 11 a.m. ARC492102-62 6th - 9th Drama 11 - 14 F 11 a.m. - noon ARC

Intro to Dance (June 25 - July 19)Code Class Age Day Time Place472501-21 Intro 3 yr. 3 Th 12 - 12:30 p.m. DISC472501-22 Intro 4 yr. 4 M 9 - 9:30 a.m. DISC

Ballet (June 15 - July 17)Code Class Age Day Time Place472506-41 Kinder-Ballet 5 - 6 M 1 - 1:45 p.m. DISC472506-42 Ballet, Gr. 1 - 4 6 - 10 T 1 - 2 p.m. DISC472506-43 Ballet, Gr. 5 - 8 10 - 13 T 11 a.m. - noon DISC472506-44 Co./Adv. Ballet* 12 - 18 T 9 - 10:15 a.m. DISC472506-45 Pointe I* 12 - 18 T 10:15 - 11 a.m. DISC

Tap (June 25 - July 17)Code Class Age Day Time Place472505-49 Kinder-Tap 5 - 6 T 1:15 - 2 p.m. DISC472505-50 Tap, Gr. 1 - 4 6 - 10 T 2 - 3 p.m. DISC472505-51 Tap, Gr. 5 - 8 9 - 13 M 11 a.m. - noon DISC472505-52 Co./Adv. Tap* 12 - 18 M 10 - 11 a.m. DISC472505-53 Young at Heart 40+ T 10 - 11 a.m. DISC

Jazz/Hip Hop (June 25 - July 19)Code Class Age Day Time Place472504-12 Kinder-Jazz 5 - 6 M 1:45 - 2:30 p.m. DISC472517-12 Grades 1st - 4th 6 - 10 M 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. DISC472517-13 Grades 5th - 8th 8 - 13 Th 11 a.m. - noon DISC472517-14 Tricks & Leaps 12 - 18 Th 10 - 11 a.m. DISC

Lyrical (June 25 - July 19)Code Class Age Day Time Place472516-17 Grades 5th - 8th 10 - 13 M 10 - 11 a.m. DISC472516-18 Co./Adv. Lyrical* 12 - 18 M 11 a.m. - noon DISC472516-19 Modern 12 - 18 Th 9 - 10 a.m. DISC

Fee: $35 ($30 with resident discount)* Teacher placement required

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Gus & Goldie (6 - 7)Gus & Goldie is for swimmers who have mastered Starfish skills and are able to go under water on their own. Front and back floats, kicks, and the front stroke will be covered.Code Day Date Time300504-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300504-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300504-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300504-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300504-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300504-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300504-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300504-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300504-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300504-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300504-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300504-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300504-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300504-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300504-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300504-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

BeginnerThis class is for swimmers who have completed the Gus & Goldie level or can complete front/back float with little or no assistance. Proper breathing technique and the back crawl will be covered.Code Day Date Time300505-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300505-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300505-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300505-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300505-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300505-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300505-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300505-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300505-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300505-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300505-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300505-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300505-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300505-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300505-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300505-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

Advanced BeginnerFor swimmers who have completed the Beginner level or who have mastered the basic concepts of the front crawl. Participants will perfect front and back crawls and begin learning the breast stroke and dives. Children must be comfortable in deep water. Code Day Date Time300506-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300506-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300506-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300506-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300506-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300506-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300506-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300506-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300506-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300506-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300506-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300506-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300506-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300506-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300506-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300506-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

IntermediateThis class is designed for those who have completed the Advanced Beginner level or can perform front and back crawls independently. Swimmers will continue to perfect the breaststroke and dives.Code Day Date Time300507-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300507-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300507-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300507-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300507-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300507-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300507-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300507-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300507-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300507-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300507-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300507-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300507-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300507-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300507-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300507-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

SwimmerSwimmer sessions are for those who have completed the Intermediate level or are looking to strengthen their swimming strokes. Participants will begin learning the butterfly stroke, while building endurance and perfecting all swimming strokes and dives. Code Day Date Time300508-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300508-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300508-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300508-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300508-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300508-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300508-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300508-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300508-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300508-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300508-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300508-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300508-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300508-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300508-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300508-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

Junior Lifeguard ProgramWant to be a lifeguard? Ellis lifeguards will put you through the paces as you learn techniques necessary to be a real lifeguard at age 16! You’ll receive instruction in water safety, lifeguarding and leadership skills, facility operations, teamwork, First Aid, and CPR. Following successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate and tee-shirt. For ages 9 - 15 (must be able to swim the length of the pool). Code Day Date Time300501-09 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.300501-10 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.300501-11 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.300501-12 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Location: Fairview PoolFee: $31 ($28 with resident discount)

Swim LessonsThe 2012 swim season begins on Saturday, May 26!

Swim LessonsThe Decatur Park District offers swim lessons for ages 6 months through adult. If you have questions regarding placement, call Jamie Davis at 429-3472. You can register at the DISC (1295 W. Wood) and online at decatur-parks.org.Session Section Registration Dates Class Dates Session 1 A March 16 - May 31 June 4 - 27Session 1 B March 16 - May 31 June 5 - 28Session 2 A June 26 - 29 July 2 - 30Session 2 B June 27 - July 2 July 3 - 26Location: Fairview Family Aquatic CenterFee: $28 ($25 with resident discount) Note: Asterisk (*) indicates no class on July 4

Parent/Child (6 months - 2 years)The Parent/Child class allows children to adjust to the water. Parents will learn how to prevent aquatic emergencies and enjoy their children’s interaction with others in the pool. Code Day Date Time300502-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300502-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300502-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300502-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300502-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300502-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300502-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300502-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300502-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300502-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300502-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300502-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300502-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300502-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300502-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300502-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

Starfish (3 - 5)In Starfish, children enjoy their first experiences in the pool without parental assistance. Participants will learn basic swimming skills, front and back floats, and basic safety skills. Code Day Date Time300503-33 M/W June 4 - 27 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300503-34 M/W June 4 - 27 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300503-35 M/W June 4 - 27 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300503-36 M/W June 4 - 27 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300503-37 T/Th June 5 - 28 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300503-38 T/Th June 5 - 28 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300503-39 T/Th June 5 - 28 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300503-40 T/Th June 5 - 28 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300503-41 M/W July 2 - 30* 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300503-42 M/W July 2 - 30* 10:30 - 11:05 a.m. 300503-43 M/W July 2 - 30* 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300503-44 M/W July 2 - 30* 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.300503-45 T/Th July 3 - 26 9:45 - 10:20 a.m.300503-46 T/Th July 3 - 26 10:30 - 11:05 a.m.300503-47 T/Th July 3 - 26 5:45 - 6:20 p.m.300503-48 T/Th July 3 - 26 6:30 - 7:05 p.m.

Pool PartyEnjoy sun and fun at your own pool party!

Offered from 1 - 3 hours at Fairview Family Aquatic Center, the party package includes private use of the pool, lifeguards,

sand volleyball, playground, and snack area. Call Dana Floyd at 429-3472 to find out more!