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Chicago: The First 100 Years, 1833-1933via Zoom • February 11 • 7:00pm - 8:30pmLocal historian and author Phil Aleo examines how Chicago grew to become one of the largest and most significant cities in the United States.It’s hard to imagine that the metro-Chicago area today has a population of nearly ten million when just two hundred years ago the land was inhabited by the Potawatomi Indians. The original Fort Dearborn, built in 1803, laid in ruins after being burned down in 1812. There was only a French Canadian Fur trader named Antoine Ouilmette, for whom the village of Wilmette is named, living in the shadows of the old burned out fort until the U.S. Army returned to rebuild it in 1816.Local historian and author of Dundee Township: Moments Frozen in Time, Phil Aleo, will explore the very beginnings of the Windy City.

Online Pub Triviavia Zoom • February 22 • 7:00pm - 9:00pmTeam up online and match your wits against others to see who will be the trivia champions! Due to the visual nature of some trivia clues, it is highly recommended that you connect using a device with a screen.

Women in Historyvia Zoom • March 02 • 7:00pm - 8:30pmMartina Mathisen portrays the women who've made an impact on the American experience, from Annie Oakley to Amelia Earhart and beyond.Kickoff Women's History Month with performer Martina Mathisen!

Register online at aapld.org or call to sign up at 847-458-6060.

Valentine’s Day PlateBring in the whole family for this fun interactive workshop. You will get a special plate to design anyway you choose using our huge supply of stencils, stamps & paint colors. We will help you every step of the way, even with those little handprints for our young artists! All supplies & instruction is included. This can be done in studio workshop or you can pick up all supplies to complete at home.Location: Handmade on Main 320 South Main St, Algonquin Fee: $20

Age Day Date Time CodeAll Ages Sa 2/6 10-11am 1802

Easter Egg DecoratingStart a new tradition with the family painting beautiful Easter Eggs to proudly display every year, building a collection your children can continue as adults! You will get (2) eggs to design anyway you desire, we will assist you to create your own unique style! All supplies & instruction is included. This can be done in studio workshop or you can pick up all supplies to complete at home.Location: Handmade on Main 320 South Main St, Algonquin Fee: $20

Age Day Date Time CodeAll Ages Sa 3/13 10-11am 1803

Algonquin’s Best Snowman Photo Contest

With the winter weather upon us, it’s the perfect time to get the family together and build the best snowman in town! Creativity is key in this contest! After you have built your snowman, stand next to it and have someone take a picture. Submit your photos to recreation@algonquin.org (electronic photos only). All photos are due by March 7, 2021. We will then place all entires on our Facebook page for voting. Winners will be published in a future recreation guide and on our website.

FREE Virtual Financial Workshops A link to participate will be sent prior to the meeting

February 3rdStocks: Nuts & BoltsNoon • Code: 1205 OR 6:00 pm • Code: 1206Stocks may play a major role as investors try to reach their long-term financial goals. This presentation shares basic information to help investors evaluate how this type of investment may fit into an overall strategy. “Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts” looks at common versus preferred stock, dividends, investment strategy and different ways to own stock.

February 17thFoundations of Investing SeminarNoon • Code: 1207 OR 6:00 pm • Code: 1208

Foundations of Investing is an educational program for people who are either new to investing or need a refresher. Participants will learn about: the importance of developing a strategy, the impact of asset allocation and the influence of inflation on long-term goals.

FIT4MOM is the nation’s leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program, providing fitness classes and a network

of moms to support every stage of motherhood. Now you can enjoy a variety of fitness classes each week virtually from FIT4MOM Greater Northwest Chicago Suburbs.

Moms at every stage of motherhood, from pregnancy to empty nest. Your first class is FREE, visit

greaternwchi.fit4mom.com/schedule to enroll.

Rock ‘n’ Kids is Rockin’ at Home!Enroll in this virtual class session to sing, dance, play and learn! Rock ‘n’ Kids provides the Tot Rock and Kid Rock music and creative movement programs for children ages 1-6. Registered participants will receive an email from Rock ‘n’ Kids with that week’s pre-recorded, private 30-minute virtual class, allowing families to participate on their own time. The session’s musical activities will be based on the theme of “My Box of Crayons!” Each class will explore a different color through music and movement, and will include opening songs, weekly theme introduction, DIY instrument and prop ideas, 4-6 additional music activities, and closing songs. Class activities will involve rhythm, fine and gross motor, imaginative play, sensory integration and listening skills. (Optional - Rockin’ at Home Class Sets can be ordered directly at rockitkids.com) Ages: 1-6 (Parent participation will depend on age of student)Code: 1611Fee: $39Dates: February 22-March 22Pre-recorded class links will be emailed Mondays at 8 a.m. from Rock ‘n’ Kids; participation is at the family’s convenience. The links will expire one week after the last class is distributed.

Tot Rock (1 year old with parent)Maracas and clackers and tambourines, too; it’s musical fun just for you! Tot Rock is a unique music and learning program designed specifically for 1 year olds. Each session focuses on a new educational theme that incorporates hand held instruments, play props, sensory integration, coordination exercises, and socialization. Structured and unstructured time is included in each class. Sing, dance and play today! www.rockitkids.com Instructor: Rock ‘n’ Kids StaffFee: $52 (R) / $62(NR) Location(s):Wednesday Morning Thursday EveningCary Community Center Huntley Community Center255 Briargate, Cary 12015 Mill St. Huntley Age Day Date Time Code

1 W 2/24-3/24 9:30-10:10a 1608-11 TH 2/25-3/25 5:15-5:55p 1609-1

Kid Rock I(2 & 3 year olds with parent) Make it a musical day! Kid Rock is a music and movement program designed to stimulate development through interactive play. Fine and gross motor skills are improved through imagination exercises, and by using rhythm instruments and movement props such as tambourines, maracas, scarves and a parachute. Presented in a structured format, Kid Rock encourages cooperation and following directions. Each session focuses on a new educational theme. Sing, dance and play today! www.rockitkids.com Instructor: Rock ‘n’ Kids StaffFee: $52(R) / $62(NR) Location(s):Wednesday Morning Thursday EveningCary Community Center Huntley Community Center255 Briargate, Cary 12015 Mill St. Huntley

Age Day Date Time Code2-3 W 2/24-3/24 10:15-10:55a 1606-12-3 TH 2/25-3/25 6:00-6:40p 1607-1

Virtual Balloon Animals Session A & BProfessional balloon artist Gary Kantor introduces a 45 minute on-line class that teaches children the techniques needed to take plain balloons and transform them into incredible balloon animals (like dogs, butterflies, fish, etc.). By watching these on-line videos children will create their own balloon animals, with Gary walking them through each step in the process. Additionally, you can sign up again since each session makes different animal. (Note: you will need your own balloons and balloon pump. The pump and balloons cost about $13, and when you register you will be given information on places to purchase these.)Code: 1706 - Session A 1707 - Session BAges: 7 years old and upClass Time: Whenever works for you! Fee: $13

Virtual Magic Classes Session A, B, & CProfessional magician Gary Kantor now teaches his popular magic class ONLINE. This 45-minute on-line class teaches children how to perform a number of mind-boggling tricks using everyday household items. Gary will start by explaining the secrets to the tricks, and then both Gary and the children will practice everything in great detail. Additionally, be sure to sign up for this class again since new tricks are taught each session. (When you register, you will be told the household items that are needed for the class.)Code: 1705 - Session A 1708 - Session B 1709 - Session CAges: 5-12 years old Class Time: Whenever works for you! Fee: $13

Magic ClassKids are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn fascinating tricks from a professional magician! Join this exciting magic class that will be sure to teach you a thing or two about the world of magic. Amaze your family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. While these tricks may appear difficult, you will discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. New, age-appropriate tricks are taught each session. All participants will receive a magic kit to take home with them at the end of class.Instructor: Magic Team of Gary KantorLocation: Crystal Lake Park District 431 Walkup Ave, Crystal Lake Fee: $20 (R) / $30 (NR)

Age Day Date Time Code5-12 T 2/15 5:00-5:55p 1703

Basketball Training CampThis 6-week basketball class will help you to the next level. We will enhance the basics you may have learned, along with advancing your skills that will concentrate on more teamwork and game strate-gies. Our speed, agility, and jump training session is built to make our participants faster, stronger, and more agile athletes. We use SKLZ equipment for our class which is highly recommended by multiple coaches and trainers. A scrimmage game will be played at the end of each class. Instructor: Sports R Us StaffLocation: Randall Oaks Recreation Center 500 Randall Rd. West DundeeFee: $63 (R) /$73 NR)

Age Day Date Time Code7-9 Su 2/7-3/14 11:00-12:00p 1436

Lil Pint BasketballSlam dunk fun in this pint-sized class. With the use of age appropriate equipment, participants will start building the fundamentals for simple drills. Participants will learn skills in passing, shooting, dribbling, and rules of the game. Teamwork, participation, and good sportsmanship are all stressed throughout the class. Games will be played at the end of each class.Instructor: Sports R Us StaffLocation: Randall Oaks Recreation Center 500 Randall Rd. West DundeeFee: $63 (R) /$73 NR)

Age Day Date Time Code4-6 Su 2/7-3/14 10:00-10:50a 1435

Soccer/T-Ball Combo This class is perfect for toddlers who are full of energy and parents who are looking for an introduction to t-ball and soccer. Socialization, teamwork, following directions, key motor skills and having fun will be the focus in this non-competitive environment. For the three weeks of class we will focus on soccer and the second three weeks we will work on t-ball skills. The last class will be a fun game of each sport with parent participation. A fun game will be played at the end of each class. Please bring a water bottle. Instructor: Sports R Us StaffLocation: Randall Oaks Recreation Center 500 Randall Rd. West DundeeFee: $63 (R) /$73 NR)

Age Day Date Time Code3-5 Su 2/7-3/14 9:00-9:50a 1433

Sports R Us is committed to keeping participants safe!• No more than 10 people including the instructors. Instructors will wear a mask during the class.• Drills only, no contact sports or games and no contact between individuals.• No shared equipment. Participants who do not have their own equipment will be provided sanitized equipment. Hand sanitizer will be provide and used before and during classes.

Baseball Indoor Training CampGet ready for the upcoming season. Join us for our skill enhancing, competitive class for all skill levels. We will practice throwing, catching, base running, hitting, pitching and fielding strategies. Our speed and agility training session is built to make our participants faster, stronger, and more agile athletes. We use SKLZ equipment for our class which is highly recommended by multiple coaches and trainers.~ Games are played at the end of each class.nstructor: Sports R Us StaffLocation: Randall Oaks Recreation Center 500 Randall Rd. West DundeeFee: $63 (R) /$73 NR)

Age Day Date Time Code6-8 Su 2/7-3/14 12:15-1:15p 1437

Adult/Tot Ninja Warriors Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. Parents and Tots have fun in this movement-based class will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. We will also play many large group games to further challenge their Ninja skills. Parents or caregiver participation is required.*With ParentInstructor: Hot Shot SportsLocation: Lake in the Hills Village Hall 600 Harvest Gate LITHFee: $60 (R)/$70 (NR)

Age Day Date Time Code2-3* F 3/5-4/16 5:00-5:30p 1501

Mini Ninja Warriors Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement-based class will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. We will also play many large group games to further challenge their Ninja skills.Instructor: Hot Shot SportsLocation: Lake in the Hills Village Hall 600 Harvest Gate LITHFee: $82(R)/$92(NR)

Age Day Date Time Code4-6 F 3/5-4/16 5:45-6:15p 1502

Jr. Ninja Warriors Take everything you learned from Mini Ninja Warriors and test you ninja skills with even more difficult obstacles to leap, hop, skip and run your way through. The large group games will put your Ninja skills to the test in this fun movement-based class.Instructor: Hot Shot SportsLocation: Lake in the Hills Village Hall 600 Harvest Gate LITHFee: $82 (R)/$92(NR)

Age Day Date Time Code7-10 F 9/11-10/9 6:45-7:30p 1503

Algonquin Recreation is committed to your safety as classes return to parks and Historic Village Hall. A few reminders as things start back up:• Please self-monitor at home for symptoms related to

COVID-19. If you exhibit coronavirus disease symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breath-ing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell), please do not attend class.

• Participants should wear appropriate face masks upon entering the building and use social distancing of six (6) feet from other people at all times. Participants are welcome to remove face masks while actively partici-pating in exercise programs.

• The space will be sanitized/cleaned after each class held in the building.

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