Blue Island Park District

Adult

Yoga
Michael LaRocca has been teaching since 1970,
including Purdue University and Moraine Valley
Community College. He has studied with Yogi Sri
Nerode of the Bengal Province of India for over sixteen
years. Yoga classes include relaxing exercises which
relieve tension and restore good health; breathing
techniques for a higher level of vitality, and meditation
for calmness and clarity of the mind.

Participants: Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a
towel to class.

Dates: Mondays
Session D: July 26 – August 23
Session E: September 13 – October 25

Ages: 15 & up
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Mike LaRocca
Price: $49/Resident $63/Non-resident
(classes with less weeks are slightly discounted)

Beginning Yoga Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Program # 115002

Intermediate Yoga Time: 7:45pm – 9:15pm
Program # 115003

Water Fitness
Calling all adults and seniors! Do you want to
exercise and have a little fun at the same time? Let
Andrea Contreras guide you through a low-impact
workout in the water! You can opt for a Tuesday or
a Thursday session. OR sign up for both and you
can go on both days! Don’t forget your towel!

Dates: Tuesdays
Session A: June 29 – August 17
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Ages: 18+
Location: Memorial Park Pool
Instructor: Andrea Contreras
Price: $15/Resident $20/Non-resident
Program # 150031A

Dates: Thursdays
Session A: July 1 – August 19
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Ages: 18+
Location: Memorial Park Pool
Instructor: Andrea Contreras
Price: $15/Resident $20/Non-resident
Program # 150032B

Belly Dancing
Learn bellydance moves, combinations, veil work
and more. This class is a great way to get in shape
while having fun. Comfortable clothing is a must!

Dates: Tuesdays
Session B: July 13 – August 31
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: 12 & Up
Location: Centennial Park Field House
Instructor: Colleen Fennessey
Price: $40/Resident $45/Non-resident
Program # 190002

Boxing Boot Camp
Take a boxing boot camp with a professional boxing
trainer! Learn the skill sets needed to compete or just
take in a good workout! We will work on punching,
timing, movement, balance and stance through
upper-body cardio, mitt training, jumping rope.
The last day of each session we will travel to Don the
Bombs gym and practice in a real ring! Instructors also
have 20+ years experience working with the hearing
impaired.

Dates: Wednesdays
Session C: July 21 – Aug 18
Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Ages: 8 & Up
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Don “the Bomb” Bester
Price: $60/Resident $75/Non-resident
Program # 125001

Mexican Folkloric Dance
Mexican Folkloric Dance motivates us to learn about
Mexican culture through dance, music and customs.
This is an opportunity to explore and experience a
beautiful expressive dance form.

Dates: Thursdays
Session D: July 29 – September 9
Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: Memorial Park Field House
Instructor: Maria Almazan
Price: $15/Resident $20/Non-resident
Program # 120001

Kickball – Intramural
Too busy to commit? Come as you like on Thursday
nights for a fun game of kickball! We will meet at
Lombardo Park, divide up teams and learn the
kickball basics while getting in a little exercise while
we are at it. This is perfect for all adults 18 & Up.

Dates: Thursdays
Session: April 29 – June 17 (possible continuation due to high interest)
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: 18 & up
Location: Lombardo Park
Instructor: Melissa DeForte
Price: $10/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program # 125004

3-2-1 BLAST OFF!
Come out for this 2-class event where you can build
your own Rocket and then a week later launch it on
the Memorial Park Football Field! Advanced Rockets
available upon request for the experienced rocket
builder!

Dates: Saturdays
Session A: July 17 & July 24
Session B: August 7 & August 14
Time: 3:00pm (allow 2 hours for 1st class)
Ages: All ages – families encouraged!
Location: Memorial Park Middle Room
Price: $10/Resident $/15 Non-resident
Program # 106001

Build-a-Kite!
Come out to the Memorial Park Field house
and meet up to build and decorate
your very own kite. This is a perfect family
activity. All ages welcome! Rain or Shine.

Location: Memorial Park Field house
Price: $8/Kite

Adult Beginning Dulcimer
Learn to play this iconic, yet surprisingly easy, American
Folk instrument, popularized in the 1960s & 70s by the
playing of Jean Ritchie. Learn to play solo, ensemble and
accompaniment to singing. Students will learn to play
melody, strum chords, tune the dulcimer and basic
music reading. You will be able to play at least one song
the very first class! Music selections will span folk,
classical & folk rock.

Dates: Tuesdays
Session B: July 20 – August 31
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Ages: 13 & Up
Location: Memorial Park Lower Level
Instructor: Anna Stange
Price: $50/Resident $60/Non-resident
Program # 190002

Intro to Guitar
Learn basic chords, finger techniques, basic scales, sight
reading and more so that you can start showing off your
skills by the end of class! Guitars available for use during
class.

Dates: Thursdays
Session B: July 15 – August 12
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: 16 & up
Location: Memorial Park Lower Level
Instructor: Chris Dammacco
Price: $50/Resident $60/Non-resident
Program # 162002

Community Gardening
Cultivate your own organic garden! Designated areas
will be given to participants to create and maintain
there very own garden. Anna Stange and guest speakers
will teach composting, seed starting, organic growing,
harvesting and seed saving. Learn and spread the word
of good nutrition and sustainability practices. Gardeners
can also access their gardens during pool hours.

Dates: Mondays
Session A: April 5 – August 30 (No class May 31 & July 5)
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: Memorial Park
Instructor: Anna Stange & Guest Speakers
Price: $20/Resident $30/Non-resident
Program # 163001A

AARP DRIVING CLASS
Over 55? Save money on your
insurance by taking this two day class in January!

Dates: August 19 & 20
Time: 9:30am – 1:30pm
Ages: 55 & Up
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Evelyn Clark
Price: $12/AARP Member $14/Non-AARP Member
Program # 165001A

Art Club
The Art Club is always ccepting new members. This is a
painting only class that invites all skill levels. Members
may use either oil or acrylic paints. Participants must
provide their own supplies, including canvas. Art Club
will re-convene in the Fall.

Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 12:00pm – 3:00 pm
Ages: 18+
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Barbara Morrane (708.389.3266)
Price: $8/class – Registration is not necessary.
Please bring payment to class.

CPR/AED/FIRST-AID/CHILD INFANT
Be a lifesaver! Learn essential life saving tools in this
four hour, one day class. Choose between March or
August. Leave this course with your 2-year
certification from the American Heart Association.

Dates Tuesday
Session B: August 24
Time: 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: 9 & Up
Location: Memorial Park Middle Room
Instructor: Kris Corless
Price: $35/Resident $45/Non-resident
Program # 161002

CLiCK Camera Club
Become Part of CLiCK! clickcameraclub.com
CLiCK is a newly formed camera club with members
from Blue Island and beyond. CLiCK wants people who
want to share photography experiences and ideas,
exhibit their work, travel on fieldtrips, enjoy member
presentations and guest speakers and photograph
local events for history. Film, digital and video
enthusiasts are all appreciated.
CLiCK here for more info! or call president Richard
Sensenbrenner 708-671-1359.

Check out a Wednesday meeting on one of these dates:
July 14
August 11

Artists’ Space: Summer Workshops for Adults
Come out and explore the variety of mediums with Chicago based artist Susannah Papish. Susannah is currently
teaching at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Moraine Valley Community College and St. Xavier University.
Susannah’s work has been exhibited at galleries throughout the Chicagoland area including: [prak sis],
Contemporary Art Workshop, Gallery 400, Everybody Paints and Paul WHO?, The Beverly Arts Center and Skestos
Gabriele Gallery. Recipient of Community Arts Assistance Program grants 2005-2007 and finalist, Beverly Library,
Public Art Commission.

If weather permits, workshops will be taught outdoors in the upper pavilion otherwise all workshops meet in the
Middle Room in the Memorial Park Field House on Monday evenings. The workshops are for adults and mature
teens 16 & Up. All classes Min 3/Max15. Supplies will be provided.

Session D: Beginning Oil Painting: An introduction to
using oil paint, a 2-part workshop.
Dates: July 12 & 19
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Cost: $50/Resident $75/Non-resident

Session E: Beginning Acrylic Painting: An introduction
to using acrylic paint, a 2-part workshop.
Dates: August 2 & 16
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Cost: $50/Resident $75/Non-resident