Elk Grove Park District

March 2010

3/12/2010 An Evening with Jackie Kennedy 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Garden Terrace Banquets
Join Leslie Goddard as she portrays Jackie Kennedy during her marriage to President John F. Kennedy.

3/12/2010 Willy Wonka Jr. Play 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Prarie Lakes Theatre
Spotlight Theatre of the Elk Grove Park District presents Willy Wonka Jr. This play is based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Show dates are March 12 at 7:30pm, March 13 at 2:30 and 6:00pm. Tickets are on sale at the Pavilion. The show will be performed at Prairie Lakes Theatre at 515 East Thacker Street in Des Plaines.

3/13/2010 Returning Camper Registration 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Al Hattendorf Center
This date and time is early registration for returning campers, children currently enrolled in Kids Club and Kindergarten Club.

3/13/2010 Willy Wonka Jr. Play 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Prarie Lakes Theatre in Des Plaines
Spotlight Theatre of the Elk Grove Park District presents Willy Wonka Jr. This play is based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Show dates are March 12 at 7:30pm, March 13 at 2:30 and 6:00pm. Tickets are on sale at the Pavilion. The show will be performed at Prairie Lakes Theatre at 515 East Thacker Street in Des Plaines.

3/13/2010 Willy Wonka Jr. Play 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Prairie Lakes Theatre in Des Plaines
Spotlight Theatre of the Elk Grove Park District presents Willy Wonka Jr. This play is based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Show dates are March 12 at 7:30pm, March 13 at 2:30 and 6:00pm. Tickets are on sale at the Pavilion. The show will be performed at Prairie Lakes Theatre at 515 East Thacker Street in Des Plaines.

3/13/2010 Jr. High Teen Dance 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Pavilion
A great night of DJ entertainment, dancing, basketball, contests, and much more. Preregister for a discounted rate of $10. Walk-ins pay $13

3/15/2010 Preschool Nonresident Registration 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Al Hattendorf Center
Registration time for out of district first time families.

3/15/2010 Computer Lab Open House 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sheila Ray Adult Center
Friendly computer experts will answer your questions about operating and navigating your computer. Come and see our new room and equipment.

3/25/2010 The Amazing Character Challenge 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Pavilion Gazebo
Race around town and compete in different challenges. Teams will follow the clues to win their challenge. There are great prizes and a hot dog dinner. You must register by March 11.

3/27/2010 Breakfast with the Bunny 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Sheila Ray Adult Center
A great morning of fun. Start with breakfast, get a goody bag, go on an hunt and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Advance registration required.

April 2010

4/3/2010 Doggy Egg Hunt 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Morton Park
Plastic eggs with doggy treats will be hidden all over Morton Park. Dogs will have their picture taken and enjoy this special event. Dogs must be leashed. Dogs under 30 pounds come from 10 to 10:45am. Dogs over 30 pounds come from 11:15am to noon.

4/3/2010 Aquatic Egg Hunt 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Pavilion Aquatic Center
Hop on over to the Pavilion Aquatic Center and meet the Easter Bunny. Collect eggs and trade them for prizes. Play games and swim. Bring a basket to collect your eggs. Registration deadline is April 1st.

4/8/2010 Dancing with the Band 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Al Hattendorf Center
Come and dance to the big band tunes of Switch Time Jazz group. This program is for adults who love to ballroom dance as well as those who like to sit and listen to the music.

4/9/2010 Celebration of Cultures 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Pavilion
Elk Grove Park District and Community Character Coalition have teamed up to bring you the 4th annual Celebration of Cultures. This is a free evnet spotlighting individuals and groups representing their traditional backgrounds.

4/10/2010 Miller Time Spring Shoot Out 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Fox Run Golf Links

4/10/2010 Kitchen Chic All About Aprons 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hattendorf Center
Discover the history behind the apron. At one time it was both functional and fashionable. Aprons, cookbooks and kitchen artifacts will be on display

4/10/2010 Junior High Teen Dance 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Pavilion
A great night of DJ entertainment, dancing, basketball, contests, and much more. Preregister for a discounted rate of $10. Walk-ins pay $13

4/12/2010 Week of the Young Child-Free All Star Sports Class 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pavilion Gym

4/12/2010 Week of the Young Child-Horsing Around Class Only $3 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Pavilion Carousel Room

4/13/2010 Week of the Young Child-A Beary Fun Morning-Only $3 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Olmstead Nature Shack

4/13/2010 Week of the Young Child-Free Spanish Class 1:15 PM - 1:45 PM Al Hattendorf Center Room 110

4/13/2010 Week of the Young Child-Free Spanish Class 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Al Hattendorf Center Room 110

4/13/2010 Week of the Young Child-The Wonders of Clay-$9 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Pavilion Craft Studio

4/14/2010 Book Fair 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pavilion
Books for all ages. This very popular book sale is a preschool fundraiser. Stop by and purchase a book for someone special and remember to buy a book for yourself.

4/14/2010 Week of the Young Child-Free All Star Sports 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pavilion Gym

4/14/2010 Week of the Young Child-Gardening with Children only $2 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Al Hattendorf Center

4/14/2010 Week of the Young Child-Pajama Party $2 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Al Hattendorf Center

4/15/2010 Book Fair 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pavilion
Books for all ages. This very popular book sale is a preschool fundraiser. Stop by and purchase a book for someone special and remember to buy a book for yourself.

4/15/2010 Week of the Young Child-Parent Tot Water Aerobics $3 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM Pavilion Aquatic Center

4/15/2010 Week of the Young Child-Princess Dance Class only $3 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM Pavilion Dance Studio #1

4/15/2010 Baking a Tradition 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Museum Grounds
Visit the Museum and try out fun bakery themed crafts, games and activities. Every one gets a coupon for a free cookie at Jarosch Bakery.

4/15/2010 Week of the Young Child-Baking a Tradition only $3 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Farmhouse Museum

4/17/2010 Health & Wellness Fair 12:00 AM - 3:00 PM Pavilion
Be sure to stop by the annual Family Health and Wellness Fair to learn about health and wellness products, services and resources in our community. Enter drawings to win prizes from HoMedics and The Sharper Image. Among the vendors this year are, Alexian Brothers Hospital Network, Pavilion Fitness, Midwest Physical Therapy, The Kenneth Young Center, The Pet Clinic, RoccoVinos, Elk Grove Village Health Department and more...

4/19/2010 Swim Team Registration 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pavilion Room 176
This is your big chance to join the Elk Grove Sting Rays Swim Team.

4/20/2010 Swim Team Registration 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pavilion Room 176
This is your big chance to join the Elk Grove Sting Rays Swim Team.

4/24/2010 New & Used Danceware Sale 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Pavilion Dance Studio #1
Kids to through shoes so fast. Come and pick up some gently used shoes and new dance wear. Drop off your used shoes at the Pavilion two weeks before the sale. Suggested sale prices are listed in the brochure.

4/25/2010 Earth Day 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Olmstead Nature Shack
Connect with nature at this wonderful and wild event. Camp under the stars, catch and release fish, frogs and insects, climb a tree, plant a flower, play in the mud. There will be cold blooded reptiles to see and touch. Dress for a mess. You have had a good time if you come home dirty.

4/29/2010 Rummage Sale 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sheila Ray Adult Center
The best deals in town are found at the Rummage Sale. Household items, clothes, dishes, knick knacks and jewlery are priced at a steal. We take donations for this fundraiser until April 12. Bring your friends and have a great little lunch as you find unbelievable bargains.

4/30/2010 Rummage Sale 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sheila Ray Adult Center
The best deals in town are found at the Rummage Sale. Household items, clothes, dishes, knick knacks and jewlery are priced at a steal. We take donations for this fundraiser until April 12. Bring your friends and have a great little lunch as you find unbelievable bargains.

4/30/2010 Early Bird Pool Pass Deadline 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Pavilion
Be smart, plan ahead and save. Get the Early Bird Pool Pass by April 30th and save. Residents can get 2009 prices on the 2010 passes.

May 2010

5/3/2010 Junior Golf Registration 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Fox Run Golf Links

5/6/2010 Dancing with the Band 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Al Hattendorf Center
Come and dance to the big band tunes of Switch Time Jazz group. This program is for adults who love to ballroom dance as well as those who like to sit and listen to the music.

5/8/2010 Spring Celebration and Plant Sale 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Farmhouse Museum Campus
Come out and get your spring plants in time for Mothers Day. There will be a coloring contest. Plants you can purchase include annauls, perennials, Mikes Dahlias and vegetables. There are garden decorations for sale. Kick off spring and buy a couple of plants.

5/8/2010 Junior High Teen Dance 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Pavilion
A great night of DJ entertainment, dancing, basketball, contests, and much more. Preregister for a discounted rate of $10. Walk-ins pay $13

5/19/2010 1950's Cooking Program 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Al Hattendorf Center
Ellie Carlson is known for her historic cooking series. This is a free program with popular dishes you can assist with the cooking and taste the finished product.