Wild Wednesdays (Age: 3-5) Join Mrs. Sue for one or all of these fun camp dates! We will have fun discovering nature in the summertime through exploration, observation, crafts, and games! This program designed especial-ly for kids will introduce kids to the beauty of nature and inspire them to become nature explorers through the new nature themes each week! Pack a snack and a drink for your child. Proper footwear required, no flip-flops. We cool off at the splash pad, please wear a swimsuit under clothes or clothes that can get wet. Camp meets at Wolfe Wildlife Refuge, except on 8/01. *Campers that sign up for the "Full Camp" will received a camp shirt. Participants that register for individual camp dates can purchase a camp shirt for an additional $5 at registration. No camp 7/04. PDNA (ms)Location: Wolfe Wildlife Refuge (Memorial Pond on 8/01)Instructor: Sue PalkaCode Days Date Theme Time Res/NR127101-01 W 6/13 Squirrels 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-02 W 6/20 Ducks 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-03 W 6/27 Snails 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-04 W 7/11 Snakes 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-05 W 7/18 Dirt Day 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-06 W 7/25 Butterflies 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-07 W 8/01 Fishing @ Stony 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-08 W 8/08 Beetles 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127101-09 W 6/13-8/08 Full Camp Discount 9:00-11:30A $102/$126

Fearsome Fridays Nature/Survival Camp (Age: 6-10) Join Mrs. Sue for one or all of these fun camp dates! We will have fun discovering nature in the summertime through exploration, obser-vation, crafts, and games! This program designed especially for kids will introduce kids to the beauty of nature and inspire them to be-come nature explorers through the new nature themes each week! Our Fearsome Fridays Camp will also be learning about survival and camping skills each week. Pack a snack and a drink for your child. Proper footwear required, no flip-flops. We cool off at the splash pad, please wear a swimsuit under clothes or clothes that can get wet. Camp meets at Wolfe Wildlife Refuge, except on 8/03. *Campers that sign up for the "Full Camp" will received a camp shirt. Participants that register for individual camp dates can purchase a camp shirt for an additional $5 at registration. No camp 7/06. PDNA (ms)Location: Wolfe Wildlife Refuge (Memorial Pond on 8/03)Instructor: Sue PalkaCode Days Date Theme Time Res/NR127201-01 F 6/15 Squirrels/Survival 101 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-02 F 6/22 Ducks/Tent Set-up 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-03 F 6/29 Snails/Fire Building 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-04 F 7/13 Snakes/Tracking 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-05 F 7/20 Dirt Day/Edible Plants 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-06 F 7/27 Butterflies/Shelter Building 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-07 F 8/03 Fishing @ Stony 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-08 F 8/10 Beetles/Orienteering 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-09 F 6/15-8/10 Full Camp Discount 9:00-11:30A $102/$126

Art Explorers Summer Camp (Age: 6 & up) *Early Bird Registration- Receive $5 off if you register for camp by 6/29*Spend the entire morning creating fun and amazing things in art camp! Campers will have the opportunity to discover their artistic style as they try out mediums such as clay, watercolors, tempera paint, graphite, charcoal, and oil pastels. Demonstrations will be presented throughout the camp, including on how painting with minerals was done in ancient times and how woodland pottery was created. Camp-ers will also have the chance to try making their very own brushes from natural materials and then seeing how well they paint! Camp will take place in our dedicated Art Room at Oak View, with some activities being outdoors. Art camp t-shirts included. All art supplies are provid-ed. Please provide a snack/drink for break time. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerCode Days Date Time Res/NR128240-01 T,Th 7/17-8/09 9:00-11:30A $110/$120

Broadway Junior Theatre Camp Presents BARNUM! (Age: 5.5-14)“Barnum’s the name… P.T. Barnum. And I want to tell you that tonight you are going to see – bar none – every sight, wonder and miracle that name stands for!” BARNUM traces the career of America’s greatest show-man from 1835 to the year he joined James A. Bailey to form The Greatest Show On Earth. This 5 week theatre camp culminates with the presen-tation of a top quality musical complete with costumes, lights, sound, set and a live orchestra. This award winning, nationally recognized camp helps create a passion for the arts by developing a theatrical experience that your child will never forget. Each camper is given lunch on Thursdays, a show sweatshirt, and a DVD of the production. Auditions are Saturday, June 2nd from 9am-12pm. Camp meets Monday-Thursday 9am-12pm (12:20pm on Thursdays) June 11th - July 5th. No camp on 7/04. Tech week (evening rehearsals, no camp during the day) July 9th - July 11th. Performances July 12th - 15th. Campers must attend tech week and all performances to participate. Child must be 6 by September 1st. 14 year old children must be going into their Freshman year of High School. For more ifnromation, please email Dawn Farrell at dance@olparks.com (df)Location: Oak View CenterInstructors: Julie Benos, Kelsey Bischoff, Rose DeSanto, Dawn Farrell, Erica HeilmannCode Days Date Time Res/NR119119-01 M-Th 6/11-7/15 9:00A-12:00P $225/$250

Daring Da Vinci's Art Camps (Age: 6-17) Register your aspiring artist for art camp where we will be working with several mediums, including graphite/charcoal drawing, painting, clay work, markers, oil & chalk pastels, and much more! Students are encouraged to creatively express themselves as we introduce assorted art mediums. Art games will be played to introduce tools & techniques. Develop or expand your artistic interests in this camp. Activities will be indoors and outdoors- weather permitting. Each camper who attends will receive a certificate of participation. Please provide a snack for your artist! All materials included. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Laurie Snaer Code Day Date Time Res/NR128205-01 M-F 6/18-6/22 10:30A-12:00P $63/$70128205-02 M-F 6/18-6/22 5:00-6:30P $63/$70128205-03 M-F 6/25-6/29 12:30-2:00P $63/$70128205-04 M-F 6/25-6/29 6:00-7:30P $63/$70

Chess Wizards Camp (Age: 5-13) Join us and Chess Wizards for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes! You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! These camps include fun team chess games (like bughouse), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Their interactive curriculum makes learning fun for new and seasoned players alike. K-8 day camps are led by Chess Wizards’ most experienced instructors and provide students with a memorable camp experience, while also challenging their mind! PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Chess Wizards Code Day Date Time Res/NRFull Day126901-01 M-F 8/13-8/17 9:00A-3:00P $319/$329Half Day126901-02 M-F 8/13-8/17 9:00A-12:00P $195/$205

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New! Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View Center for all Art classes. We have 2 sizes available. 11x14 canvases will be available for $5, and 16x20 canvases will be $7. Please note: Canvases can only be purchased during Oak View front desk office hours.

Open Art (Age: 18 & up) All materials supplied, except if you choose to work on canvas. Explore and expand your artistic side this summer. Bring an idea, share an idea, get inspired by others & prepare to have fun! This is a class for self-ex-pression and experimental media work. Use pastels, charcoal, colored pencils, acrylic, watercolor, ink, tempera paints (we do not work in oils), or with air-dry clay and create your own unique art! Instruction on medi-um usage provided. This is not a step-by-step, pre-determined project class, however, you will be given individual instruction in a group environment on the medium you choose. Project ideas and selection are student's choice. This is a great opportunity to meet others who are interested in learning or reviving their artistic interests. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerCode Days Date Time Res/NR 128112-01 F 7/13-8/17 12:30-2:00P $75/$84

Private Art Lessons (Age: 10 & up)Total of 6 hours of private instruction per course session spread throughout four 1.5 hour sessions. Enjoy one-on-one instruction with our award winning art instructor in our dedicated art room. Lessons are geared for the beginner or for those with minimal experience. Re-lax and work stress free at your own pace. Choose from one of the following sessions: Learn to Draw, Beginning Acrylic Painting, Intro-duction to Watercolor, Abstract Acrylic Painting, and Easy Portrait Drawing. Canvases are required for the Beginning Acrylic Painting & Abstract Acrylic Painting sessions. Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View front desk during operating hours, or students can bring their own to their lessons. Sessions are individually arranged with the instructor. Participants that are interested in these private art lessons must fill out a request form at the Oak View Center. Our art instruc-tor will contact you and set-up a schedule for your lessons after the request is received. For more information, please call 708-857-2200. All materials will be provided, except for canvases. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerRes/NR: $170

Nw Traditions Adult Horseback Riding (Age: 18 & up) Lessons will be offered in cooperation with the New Traditions Rid-ing Academy at Palos Hills Riding Stables. All lessons are one hour in length. Riders must wear long pants; shoes with heels no higher than 1 ½ inch and wear a helmet. Helmet rental is one dollar per les-son. Adult Beginner lessons are offered Mondays, 8:30pm and Sun-days, 12:15pm. Adult Pleasure Riding is offered Wednesdays, 12N and Sundays, 10am (coffee and discussion afterwards). Registration is required at the park district for discounted rates. After registration is completed at the Oak Lawn Park District, call the riding school to arrange your schedule and bring your receipt to your first lesson. PDNA (jm)Location: New Traditions Riding Academ, Palos Heights Riding Stables, 10100 S. Kean Ave.Phone: 708-598-77185 Lesson & 10 Lesson Packages available.

Yoga to Transform Trauma: Circle of Hope: A Peer-Support Group + Yoga Class for Those Affected by TraumaCircle of Hope classes are confidential classes that marry a peer-sup-port, group sharing experience with a trauma-informed yoga class that is specifically designed to be sensitive towards those individu-als who have experienced trauma or have struggled with its effects. Teachers have been specially trained in trauma-sensitive yoga. This is for anyone directly impacted by trauma, as well as friends, fami-ly members or others that have been vicariously affected. For more information please go to mcgovernfitness.com or yogatotransform-trauma.org. Please feel free to join this program at any time during the session. No class 7/04. (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Sue McGovern, Certified Yoga Instructor & Personal TrainerCode Day Dates Time Res/NR107236-01 W 6/13-8/29 6:30-8:15P Free

Medic First Aid (Age: 16 & up) MEDIC First Aid Pediatric Plus CPR, AED and First Aid for Children, Infants and Adults provides an ideal training solution for schools, child care providers, youth sports coach-

es and others required to learn how to respond to medical emer-gencies involving children and infants. Adult CPR and AED will also be covered. Completion of this course gives a 2-year certification in accordance with the Medic First Aid guidelines. All participants will be issued a Pediatric Plus workbook and certification card. Perfect for Individuals who desire or are required to be certified in Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED, such as: School bus drivers, Child care Work-ers, Teachers, Parents, Babysitters. (mc)Location: AdministrationCode Day Dates Time Res/NR102011-01 Th 6/14 5:00-9:30P $59/$75102011-02 Th 7/12 5:00-9:00P $59/$75102011-03 Th 8/23 5:00-9:30P $59/$75

Rubberstamping (Age: 16 & up)Want to learn how to create some beautiful handmade greeting cards to send to all of your family and friends? This class is for you! This popular class will increase your creative side as you learn dif-ferent techniques using the art of stamping. The prep work is done, so you will have the opportunity for several projects. Each class is different so sign up for all of them! Bring color pencils, adhesive, and scissors to class. All other materials will be supplied. PDNA (jm)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Barbara KamenczakCode Days Date Time Res/NR102201-1 Tu 6/19-6/19 7:00-9:30P $10/$10102201-2 Tu 7/17-7/17 7:00-9:30P $10/$10102201-3 Tu 8/21-8/21 7:00-9:30P $10/$10

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Private Art Lessons (Age: 10 & up)Total of 6 hours of private instruction per course session spread throughout four 1.5 hour sessions. Enjoy one-on-one instruction with our award winning art instructor in our dedicated art room. Lessons are geared for the beginner or for those with minimal experience. Relax and work stress free at your own pace. Choose from one of the following sessions: Learn to Draw, Beginning Acryl-ic Painting, Introduction to Watercolor, Abstract Acrylic Painting, and Easy Portrait Drawing. Canvases are required for the Beginning Acrylic Painting & Abstract Acrylic Painting sessions. Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View front desk during operating hours, or students can bring their own to their lessons. Sessions are individu-ally arranged with the instructor. Participants that are interested in these private art lessons must fill out a request form at the Oak View Center. Our art instructor will contact you and set-up a schedule for your lessons after the request is received. For more information, please call 708-857-2200. All materials will be provided, except for canvases. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerRes/NR: $170

Magic Workshop (Age: 5-12)Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a col-lection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. While the tricks may appear to be difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials will be provided and each child will receive a magic kit to take home. Chil-dren will be grouped by age and will learn age appropriate tricks. Each workshop features brand new tricks. (jm)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Magic Team of Gary KantorCode Day Date Time Res/NR126501-1 Th 6/28 6:45-7:40P $20/$20

Jr. Chefs (Age: 6-12)Get creative with Mrs. Sue and make sweets and treats to share with your family! Each program has a different theme. (jm)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Sue PalkaCode Day Dates Time Res/NR Theme126101-1 M 6/04-6/25 4:00-6:00P $60/$72 cupcake wars pt 1126101-2 M 7/09-7/30 4:00-6:00P $60/$72 cupcake wars pt 2Yout

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Daring Da Vinci's Art Camps (Age: 6-17) Register your aspiring artist for art camp this summer where we will be working with several mediums, including graphite/charcoal drawing, painting, clay work, markers, oil & chalk pastels, and much more! Stu-dents are encouraged to creatively express themselves as we introduce assorted art mediums. Art games will be played to introduce tools & techniques. Develop or expand your artistic interests in this camp. Ac-tivities will be indoors and outdoors- weather permitting. Each camper who attends will receive a certificate of participation. Please provide a snack for your artist! All materials are included. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Laurie Snaer Code Day Date Time Res/NR128205-01 M-F 6/18-6/22 10:30A-12:00P $63/$70128205-02 M-F 6/18-6/22 5:00-6:30P $63/$70128205-03 M-F 6/25-6/29 12:30-2:00P $63/$70128205-04 M-F 6/25-6/29 6:00-7:30P $63/$70

Fearsome Fridays Nature/Survival Camp (Age: 6-10) Join Mrs. Sue for one or all of these fun camp dates! We will have fun discovering nature in the summertime through exploration, observa-tion, crafts, and games! This program designed especially for kids will introduce kids to the beauty of nature and inspire them to become nature explorers through the new nature themes each week! Our Fearsome Fridays Camp will also be learning about survival and camp-ing skills each week. Pack a snack and a drink for your child. Proper footwear required, no flip-flops. We cool off at the splash pad, please wear a swimsuit under clothes or clothes that can get wet. Camp meets at Wolfe Wildlife Refuge, except on 8/03. *Campers that sign up for the "Full Camp" will received a camp shirt. Participants that register for individual camp dates can purchase a camp shirt for an additional $5 at registration. No camp 7/06. PDNA (ms)Location: Wolfe Wildlife Refuge (Memorial Pond on 8/03)Instructor: Sue PalkaCode Days Date Theme Time Res/NR127201-01 F 6/15 Squirrels/Survival 101 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-02 F 6/22 Ducks/Tent Set-up 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-03 F 6/29 Snails/Fire Building 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-04 F 7/13 Snakes/Tracking 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-05 F 7/20 Dirt Day/Edible Plants 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-06 F 7/27 Butterflies/Shelter Building 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-07 F 8/03 Fishing @ Stony 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-08 F 8/10 Beetles/Orienteering 9:00-11:30A $17/$21127201-09 F 6/15-8/10 Full Camp Discount 9:00-11:30A $102/$126

Campfire Meditation (Age: 10 & up) Join us this summer for an evening of meditation around the campfire! See why meditation is so popular and important to incorporate into your daily life! Meditation promotes mindfulness, relaxation, reduction of anxiety, and an overall sense of well-being. At the end of the 45-minute meditation session, we will enjoy making and eating S’mores around the campfire. Fitness mats will be provided to sit on in the grass, but participants are also welcome to bring their own pillows and blankets. Chairs will also be provided if you prefer not to sit on the ground. PDNA (ms) Location: Wolfe Wildlife RefugeInstructor: Laurie SnaerCode Days Date Time Res/NR107250-01 W 7/25 7:00-8:15P $8/$8

New! Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View Center for all Art classes. We have 2 sizes available. 11x14 canvases will be available for $5, and 16x20 canvases will be $7. Please note: Canvases can only be purchased during Oak View front desk office hours.

Paint & Palette- Acrylic Painting (Age: 8-16)This class is for anyone who likes to paint! Learn the art of acrylic paint-ing on canvas. Students will be instructed step-by-step while learning painting techniques, color work, basic elements of a proper composi-tion, brush work, color mixing, and much more! Students are encour-aged to explore the acrylic paint medium as they develop their artistic style. No prior experience necessary. Our painting subjects will range from whimsical and abstract to still life arrangements and landscapes. We provide aprons, easels, brushes & paints. Students are required to bring one 16x20 canvas to the first class. Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View Center front desk during office hours (M-F, 9am-5pm), or students can bring their own 16x20 canvas. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Laurie Snaer Code Day Date Time Res/NR128208-01 Tu 7/10-8/14 6:00-7:00P $54/$63128208-02 Th 7/12-8/16 12:30-1:30P $54/$63

Draw & Paint Nature (Age: 5-7) For our younger aspiring artist! Learn the basics of how to draw & paint animals, flowers, insects, and more! Begin to learn terminology and how to work in various mediums such as chalks, paint, paper, and pastels. Students will be given step–by–step instructions to com-plete the projects. Everyone is encouraged to expand on the central theme and complete their work with individual ideas. Introduce your child to art in this positive, non-competitive environment. All materi-als supplied. PDNA (ms) Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Laurie Snaer Code Day Date Time Res/NR128225-01 M 7/09-8/13 11:00-11:45A $54/$63

Learn To Draw- Everything! (Age: 8-16) Graphite, Charcoal & Colored Pencils. Is drawing “your thing�? Do you want to really expand your knowledge and advance your skills? This class is fun, but also designed with the serious art student in mind. Learn basic/advanced composition skills to utilize in your drawings. Expand your knowledge of balance and proportion. Ex-plore how to work in colored pencils, and try combining graphite & charcoal. This course is both basic and comprehensive, with mini-lec-tures, demonstrations, and student projects. Students will work inde-pendently on subjects and mediums of their choice. Options will be discussed in first class. We supply all materials. PDNA (ms) Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Laurie Snaer Code Day Date Time Res/NR128227-01 M 7/09-8/13 6:00-7:00P $54/$63

Explorations In Art (Age: 7-16) Beginner/Intermediate level class. Oil pastels, collage, chalk pastels, watercolor, ink work, charcoal drawing, and more mediums used alone or combined for unique finished works of art. A basic project is presented, but students will be allowed to "create" their work as they see fit. Some students may simply wish to explore the medi-ums without the pressure to complete the projects. Students learn correct application of various mediums, techniques/terminology, creative color work, composition, and how to draw everything from animals to landscapes. Students will learn the necessary skills to complete the projects. Please provide a snack/drink for your artist. All materials are provided. Projects change every session. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View Center Instructor: Laurie Snaer Code Day Date Time Res/NR128223-01 M 7/09-8/13 10:00-11:00A $54/$63

The Complete Artist (Age: 8-16) From paper to canvas, draw it and then see it come to life with acrylic paints. This class is fun, but designed with the serious art student in mind. Work from your own drawings, learn how to plan out a painting, select colors and balance your composition. Learn advanced composition skills to utilize in your graphic drawings & master the art of color mixing, balance, and proportion. This course is both basic and comprehensive. Students will work inde-pendently on subjects of their choice. Options will be discussed in first class. We supply all materials EXCEPT CANVASES – Students will be responsible for bringing their own canvases or purchasing one from the Oak View Center front desk during office hours when needed. Please provide a snack/drink for your artist. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerCode Day Date Time Res/NR128218-01 Th 7/12-8/16 5:45-6:45P $54/$63

Art Explorers Summer Camp (Age: 6 & up) *Early Bird Registration- Receive $5 off if you register for camp by 6/29*Spend the entire morning creating fun and amazing things in art camp! Campers will have the opportunity to discover their artistic style as they try out mediums such as clay, watercolors, tempera paint, graphite, charcoal, and oil pastels. Demonstrations will be presented throughout the camp, including on how painting with minerals was done in ancient times and how woodland pottery was created. Campers will also have the chance to try making their very own brushes from natural materials and then seeing how well they paint! Camp will take place in our dedicated Art Room at Oak View, with some activities being outdoors. Art camp t-shirts included. All art supplies are provided. Please provide a snack/drink for break time. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerCode Day Date Time Res/NR128240-01 Tu,Th 7/17-8/09 9:00-11:30A $110/$120

The Great "Artdoors" (Age: 6-14) Indoor/Outdoor Art! Learn how to draw nature, create original sand paintings, explore mixed media, paint with balloons, and more in our extended indoor/outdoor art classes. This is a very creative class in which students will learn about art techniques through hands-on experience. Some classes will take place out-side. Please provide your child with a snack/drink for our break time. Dress for active art! All materials supplied. PDNA (ms)Location: Oak View CenterInstructor: Laurie SnaerCode Day Dates Time Res/NR128230-01 Tu 7/10-8/14 12:30-2:00P $76/$85128230-02 F 7/13-8/17 10:30A-12:00P $76/$85

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