EVENTS
Winter Wonderland – Santa at the Park
Can you believe it, Santa Claus? Kids are invited to have cookies and milk with Santa, take a photo with Santa while enjoying Christmas music and working on arts and crafts. Bring an ornament to hang on the park Christmas tree.
When: Saturday December 11, 2021 – 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Cost: Donation at the door
Christmas House Decorating Contest
Enter your house into the Christmas House Decorating contest. Criteria include: best lights, theme and creativity.
Register on-line by Saturday, December 18th
Judging: Monday, December 20th
Prizes: Gift cards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
Valentine’s Family Dance
Moms and sons, Dads and daughters come out to share a night to remember as we present our Valentine’s Dance. Everyone comes dressed to impress. Our DJ will be playing all the greatest hits while you dance with your sweetheart of a child. Photo station, dance game contests and more. Dinner and a candy table will be provided.
When: February 19th 2022, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Location TBD
Registration: Must register to attend the event
Registration closes: February 14, 2022
Cost: Res. $15 per Individual 16+, $10 per child
Cost: Non – Res. $22 per Individual 16+, $15 per child
EASTER EGG HUNT–The annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place at Indian Oaks Park on Saturday, April 9th at 1 p.m. FREE for all ages. Crafts and photos with the Easter Bunny.
SPEAKERS BUREAU
Professional Storyteller – Jim Gibbons
Jim Gibbons has spoken all around the Chicago area on a wide range of topics about history, celebrities, major events and more. Open to everyone. Donation at the door.
- Feb. 8th, Tuesday, 10 a.m. – Andy Griffith
- Mar. 8th, Tuesday, 10 a.m. – Jackie Kennedy
Senior Activities (Year Round)
Come have fun and socialize with other seniors.
GAME DAY- bingo
Day: Every Monday
CARD DAY- enjoy your favorite card game
Day: 1st Wednesday of each month
Time: 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Nature Center
Ages: 55 and over
Registration: None
Cost: $3 at the door
E-SPORTS TOURNAMENTS
Fortnite, Rocket League, Madden 21
Format: On-line tournaments through GG League
Divisions: Youth:8-12 yrs; Teen:13-18 yrs; Adult:18 years
Registration: Now Open – Closes on January 10th, 2022 11:59pm ct
Dates: Each league competes Week of Jan. 24th till Week of Mar. 18
Cost: $40 per player to play in unlimited leagues for more information go to www.marengoparkdistrict.org and select ESPORTS
FITNESS PROGRAMS
HIIT – A variety of workouts provide a total body workout with high intensity 1 minute intervals to sculpt, tone and strengthen your body fast! This class works with low weight, high reps with little rest.
Days: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Dates: January 3 – February 24, 24 sessions
Resident $96 / Non – Res $115
SPIN -Combines Group Cycle, bands and High Intensity Interval Training through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods.
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:15-6:00 p.m.
Dates: January 4 – February 24, 16 sessions
Cost: Resident $85 / Non – Res $100
Yoga With Emily Watson-Rice* – Start or End your day with a gentle restorative yoga class. Shed the stresses of the day and unwind through stretches and body weight exercises which help to open the joints. Please bring a yoga mat/yoga
Age: Adult male or female 16+
Dates: On-going Monthly starting in January
Days: Thursday Nights, 7:00 – 8:00 pm in aerobics room
Cost: Res $25 Res / Non Res $30 per month
Days: Saturday Mornings, 8:00 – 9:00 am in aerobics room
Cost: Res $25 Res / Non Res $30 per mont
Belly Dancing With Emily Watson-Rice*
Fun while building confidence, strength & grace. Learn the Egyptian roots of Belly dance & modern tribal & fusion styles
Age: Adult female 16+
Days: Monday, 7:00 – 8:00 pm in aerobics room
Dates: On-going Monthly
Cost: Res $48 Res / Non Res $58 per month
Senior Morning Workout With Emily Watson-Rice*
A wide range of exercises and fun routines are incorporated into this class with unique needs of seniors in mind. Focuses on functional strength, stability and cardio endurance. For all levels with modifications provided.
Ages: 62 and over
Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday; 9:00-9:45 a.m.
Dates: On-going Monthly except Holidays
Cost: Res $30, Non Res $36 per month
Good Morning Stretch With Emily Watson-Rice*
Gentle restorative stretch class incorporating yoga, therapeutic stretch and body weight exercises help to open the joints, safely stretch muscles, and increase strength, circulation & balance. A combination of standing, seated & floor stretches modified using a chair for those who want extra support.
Ages: Adults of all ages
Days: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Dates: On-going monthly activity
Cost: Res $32, Non Res $38
ADULT ACTIVITIES
Adult – Dodgeball Night
Co-Ed adults 18+ come and let the stress out with a nice relaxing game of dodgeball with family, friends and neighbors.
When: Wednesday Nights 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Zion Lutheran School
Dates: January 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9 (6 sessions)
Registration Closes: January 2, 2022
Cost: Res $30 Res, Non Res. $36
Winter Women’s Volleyball League
Ages: Women Age 18+
Days: Monday Nights 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Locust Elementary School
Dates: January 3 – May 16, 2022
Cost: Res. $30 Non- Res. $36
Registration Closes: January 10, 2022
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