Infant Toddler Music
Join us for a lively session of music, fun and games for
parents and children 6 months through 3 years old.
This class will stimulate the imagination and creativity
of both parent and child.

Dates: Mondays
Session A: March 8 – April 19
Session B: April 26 – June 7 (No class May 31)
Session C: July 19 – August 23
Time: 9:30am – 10:30am
Ages: 6 months – 4 years old
Location: Centennial Field House
Instructor: Candy Heitner
Price: $25/Resident $30/Non-resident
Program #: 110004

Infant Toddler Music
Join us for a lively session of music, fun and games for
parents and children 6 months through 3 years old.
This class will stimulate the imagination and creativity
of both parent and child.

Dates: Saturdays
Session A: March 13 – April 24
Session B: May 1 – June 5
Session C: July 24 – Aug 28
Time: 9:30am – 10:30am
Ages: 6 months – 4 years old
Location: Centennial Field House
Instructor: Anna Stange
Price: $25/Resident $30/Non-resident
Program #: 110001

Making Music!
Making Music is easy in this highly interactive and
hands-on workshop. Anna will lead students as they
make and play modern folk instruments, sing songs
and do a little dancing. We’ll make and play drums,
shakers, tambourines and more! This class will have
a multi-cultural flavor focusing on folk instruments
from around the world. All materials provided.

Dates: Saturdays
Session A: March 13 – April 24
Session B: May 1 – June 5
Session C: July 24 – Aug 28
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am
Ages: 4-9
Location: Centennial Field House
Instructor: Anna Stange
Price: $30/Resident $40/Non-resident
Program #: 190001

Toddler Sing & Dance
Actively participate with your child as they discover
the world of play and enhance socialization skills
through song, dance and stories.

Dates: Tuesdays
Session: March 23 – May 25
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Ages: 1-4
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Gus Fuller
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program #: 110002

Yoga for Youngins
Join us for an imaginative hour of flexibility, focus, and
coordination. We will be combining yoga and basic
tumbling while exploring different areas of Memorial
Park (both outside and inside – weather permitting).
This class runs during All About Dinosaurs so that all
children 10 & Under will have something to do!

Dates: Wednesdays
Session A: March 24- April 28
Session B: July 14 – August 18
Time: 4:15pm – 5:15pm
Ages: 3-8
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Amber Blouin
Price: $25/Resident $30/Non-resident
Program # 115001

All About Dinosaurs!
Journey back in time and learn all about dinosaurs
through crafts, movies and games. This class runs
during Yoga for Youngins so all of the kids 10 &
Under will have something to do!

Dates: Wednesdays
Session A: March 24- April 28
Session B: July 14 – August 18
Time: 4:15pm – 5:15pm
Ages: 4-10
Location: Memorial Park Lower Level
Instructor: Alanna Flack
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program # 164001

Mighty Tot Workout
Let’s get the kids moving by learning the basics of
good exercise. Children will learn exercise basics
in a fun-filled atmosphere with one of the most
fun toddler dads in town.

Dates: Thursdays
Session: March 25 – May 27
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Ages: 1-4
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Gus Fuller
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program #110003

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 A: March 31 – April 28
Session B: May 19 – June 16
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

Tai Chi
Use meditation and motion to create harmony in your
daily life. Jose uses Yang style Short Form movements
to increase your overall general health, helping mind,
body and spirit become one.

Dates: Saturdays
Session A: May 8 – May 29
Session B: July 10 – July 31
Session C: August 14 – September 4
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Location: Memorial Park
(locations vary upon weather conditions)
Instructor: Jose Lopez
Ages: 13 & Up
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program # 135003

Masters Within Us All
This class is based on exploring the basics of
freestyle martial arts. Discipline, respect and
understanding will be incorporated into a montage
of basic foot work, Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do and
minimal Jiu Jitsu.

Dates: Wednesdays
Session A: March 10 – March 31
Session B: April 7 – April 28
Session C: May 5 – May 26
Session D: June 2 – June 30 (No class June 23)
Session E: August 11 – September 1
Time: 5:30pm – 6:15pm
Ages: 5-13
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Jose Lopez
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program # 135001

Masters Within Us All
This class is based on exploring the basics of
freestyle martial arts. Discipline, respect and
understanding will be incorporated into a montage
of basic foot work, Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do and
minimal Jiu Jitsu.

Dates: Wednesdays
Session A: March 10 – March 31
Session B: April 7 – April 28
Session C: May 5 – May 26
Session D: June 2 – June 30 (No class June 23)
Session E: August 11 – September 1
Time: 6:30pm – 7:15pm
Ages: 14 & Up
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Jose Lopez
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program # 135002

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 A: April 1 – April 29
Session B: July 15 – August 12
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Ages: 6-15
Location: Memorial Park Lower Level
Instructor: Chris Dammacco
Price: $50/Resident $60/Non-resident
Program # 162001

Hip Hop
Victor Rodriguez, alumnae of Blue Island’s very own
Cardinal Dance Team will teach you the latest
street-style dance trends. Dancers will explore
breakdancing, isolations and pop/lock combinations,
just to name a few. Victor also mixes his own music
which will make for a unique dance experience.

Dates: Tuesdays
Session A: April 27 – May 25
Session B: July 13 – August 10
Session C: August 24 – September 21
Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Ages: 8-16
Location: Memorial Park Banquet Hall
Instructor: Victor Rodriguez
Price: $20/Resident $25/Non-resident
Program # 120002

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 A: March 4 – April 15
Session B: April 22 – June 3
Session C: June 10 – July 22 (No class June 24)
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

SK8 Clinic
Come on out to the Memorial Skate Park to learn
the fundamentals and techniques to improve your
current skateboarding abilities. Learn proper foot
placement – regular, goofy, pushing, riding, tack
turns, switch turns and safe approaches to ramps.
An introduction to an ollie and dropping in.
Required equipment: skateboard, skateboard
helmet, knee and elbow pads and wrist guards.

Date: Saturday
Session A: June 5
Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Ages: 6 & up
Location: Memorial Park Skate Park
Instructor: Kenny Williams
Price: $10/Resident $/20 Non-resident
Program # 125004

Rugby Clinic/Camp
Learn the necessary skills to play Rugby competitively
from top area rugby players. Rugby is an up and
coming sport in the United States that combines
many areas of both soccer and football for a truly
unique experience. Over 44 high schools in Illinois
now have Rugby teams and this number is growing
fast! Come out and see what it’s all about.

Dates: Wednesdays
Session: June 2 – August 4 (no session June 23)
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Ages: 9-19
Location: Memorial Park Football Field
Instructor: Dave Fee
Price: $20/Resident $30/Non-resident
Program # 125002

Rugby League
After learning the skills needed, become part of the
league and feel what it is like to play competitively
with other area players! You will be placed on an
existing team according to experience level.

Dates: Wednesdays
Session: June 2 – August 4 (no session June 23)
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Ages: 15 & Up
Location: Memorial Park Football Field
Instructor: Dave Fee
Price: $40/Resident $60/Non-resident
Program # 125003

Girls Softball Clinic
Prep for the season with Coach Thomas! Get
together with potential teammates for strength
training, techniques, drills and fundamentals.
Whether it’s learning the game or honing your skills,
this is a great way to get started.

Dates: Wednesdays
Session: March 10 – March 31
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: 8-14
Location: Kerr Middle School Gym
Instructor: Kelly Thomas
Price: $15/Resident $20/Non-resident
Program # 140001E

Girls Softball League
Play on a Blue Island team in the SS Gals league.
Learn skill sets needed to prepare for high school
competition. Play at home or travel to nearby towns
and meet new friends! Ages 8 to14 welcome.
For more information contact Annie West at
708.388.6421 or stop into the Memorial Park Field
House for an information packet. Birth Certificates
are required.

Cost: $85/per player
Dates: April – July
Location: Memorial Park & Hart Park
10 and under – Program # 140002A
12 and under – Program # 140003A
14 and under – Program # 140004A

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 A: March 23
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

Blue Island Bicycle Club
The Bicycle Club always has a plethora of events going on! Join the club and drop in to many of their exciting
events! All ages and skill levels encouraged to check out the latest happenings. For more information visit their
website at www.bibc.us or call Jane Healy at 388-8662.
Upcoming Events: Whistler Woods Earth Day & Brush Cutting Clean-Up, Weekly Family Rides–Bike Week, Bad Girlz
Biking…Just to name a few!

Build-a-Kite!
April is National Kite Month! 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.

Dates: Saturdays
Session A: April 10
Session B: April 17
Time: 1:00pm
Ages: All ages – families encouraged!
Location: Memorial Park
(location will vary according to weather)
Price: $10/Resident $/15 Non-resident
Program # 106002

Game On!
Play video games on the Wii and X-Box 360 as well as
various board games. There will be tournaments, prizes
and plenty of challenging opponents.

Dates: Fridays
Session A: March 5 – March 26
Session B: April 9 – April 30
Session C: May 7 – May 28
Session D: August 20 – September10
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Ages: 10 yrs & up
Location: Memorial Park Middle Room
Instructor: Will Cazares
Price: $10/Resident $20/Non-resident
Program # 160016

Community Gardening
Cultivate your own organic garden! Designated areas
will be given to participants to create and maintain
their 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 # 163001

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: 3:00 (allow 2 hours for 1st class)
Ages: All ages – families encouraged!
Location: Memorial Park Middle Room
Price: $10/Resident $/15 Non-resident
Program # 106001