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LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT

SUMMER 2026 ONLINE PROGRAM & ACTIVITY GUIDE

Your Lake Bluff Summer Program Guide Table of Contents

355 W. Washington Avenue • Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 Phone 847-234-4150 • www.lakebluffparks.org Your Park District Board Paul Greenfield, President Carrie Welles, Vice President Andrew Henkel, Treasurer Jennifer Beeler Ben Grum McCamie Cole Christopher Costin Ancel Glink, P.C., Attorney

Park Board Meetings The Park Board meetings are scheduled at 6:00 pm the fourth Monday of each month at Lake Bluff Park District Recreation Center at Blair Park, 355 West Washington in Lake Bluff. The public is invited to attend meetings. Committees are scheduled during the year so please visit www.lakebluffparks.org for agendas.

Mail-In or Drop Off Registration! Resident Registration (Online and In Person) begins Saturday, March 7 at 9:00 am Non–Resident Registration begins Saturday, March 14 at 9:00 am

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Contacts ....................................................3 FAQ ............................................................4 Color Run ..................................................5 Bluffinia Concerts......................................6 July 4th Parade..........................................7 Summer Employment Opportunities....8 Park District Map ......................................9 Shelter Reservations ..............................10 Rentals......................................................11 Special Recreation NSSRA ....................12 Summer Camps......................................13 Camp B.L.U.F.F. ......................................14 Camp L.A.K.E. ........................................15 Mighty Sprouts Camp, Ages 3-6 ..........16 Camp Kick-A-Howl, Ages 5-10 ............17 Summer Scholars Camp........................17 Broadway on the Bluff............................18 Dance / Tumble Camps ........................19 Athletic Camp ........................................20 Teen Travelers Camp ............................21 Counselors-in-Training ..........................21 Summer Camp Extended Care ............22 After School Care (ARC) ........................23 Parent-Child Events & Programs ..........24 Preschool – Lake Bluff Preschool ..........26 Afternoon Kindergarten ........................29 Lake Bluff Pool ........................................33 Swim Programs ......................................35 Sunrise Beach ........................................36 Sailing Classes ........................................37 Beach Shelter Reservations ..................38 Pool & Beach Registration ....................39 Dog Beach Tag ......................................41 ’COOL’-inary Cooking Club ..................42 Chess Wizards, LEGOs ..........................43 Drawing Classes ....................................44 Glitzy Girlz................................................45 Ultimate Disc Camp, Archery................46 5-Star Sports ..............................................47 Ultimate Ninjas ..........................................49 Gymnastics/Tumbling............................50 Dance – Lake Bluff School of Dance....52 Junior Tennis ..........................................56 Adult Racquet Sports ............................58 Pickleball..................................................59 Platform Tennis ......................................60 Golf ..........................................................62 Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center ......64 Personal Training ....................................67 Bluffers App ............................................69 Registration ............................................70

We are here to serve your recreation and leisure needs. Feel free to call us with any of your concerns at any time. All phone numbers listed here have voicemail so you may leave messages 24 hours a day.

John Bealer

Executive Director Chief Administrator of the District. jbealer@lbpd.org 847-457-7346

Jim Lakeman

Deputy Director Department Head for maintenance, recreation programs and services, safety and outreach services, Lake Bluff Pool, Sunrise Beach, camps, Lake Bluff Preschool, and Fitness Center. jlakeman@lbpd.org 847-457-7343

Contact our staff, located on the left, with specific questions and concerns. If inquiring about facility rentals, contact the Guest Services Desk at 847-2344150. You can also email any questions or concerns to info@lbpd.org.

Park District Proof of Residency

To verify eligibility for residential rates for programs, passes, memberships and other Lake Bluff Park District events and services, each resident must submit several documents to verify that your primary residence is located within the corporate boundaries of the Park District. Accepted forms of documentary verification include, but are not limited to, copies of: • a current residency utility bill (electric or gas); • a property tax bill; • a current drivers’ license; • a current government issued ID; • a mortgage statement; • a homeowners or rental insurance policy; • an apartment/housing rental lease/ agreement.

Important Phone Numbers Registration Desk ..847-234-4150 x 0 Fitness Center ..............847-482-9326 Golf Pro Shop................847-234-6771 Lake Bluff Preschool ....847-457-7352

PARK DISTRICT GUEST SERVICES OFFICE & FITNESS CENTER HOURS Through Memorial Day Monday–Friday 5:00 am–9:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am–6:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am–5:00 pm After Memorial Day to Labor Day Monday–Thursday 5:00 am–9:00 pm Friday 5:00 am–8:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am–5:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am–4:00 pm

Ben White

ARC ................................847-457-7347

Nikki Bullocks

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: As responsible stewards of community resources, the District will enhance the community through recreational experiences in a fun, safe, and healthy environment.

Recreation Services Manager Parks Department ........847-295-6449 Responsible for before- and after-school, Pool ................................847-457-7365 youth athletics, and general programs. NSSRA ............................847-509-9400 bwhite@lbpd.org 847-457-7337

Guest Services Manager Responsible for Guest Services and registration operations. nbullocks@lbpd.org 847-457-7339

Dana Hansen

Preschool and Early Childhood Director dhansen@lbpd.org 847-457-7352

Mark Montgomery

Fitness, Aquatics and Racquet Manager mmontgomery@lbpd.org 847-457-7342

Jeff Spillman

Communications and Promotions Manager jspillman@lbpd.org 847-457-7344

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Our Vision: Strengthening the spirit of community. Our Values: The values that define the internal culture of the Park District mirror the values and expectations of our community:  Continuous Improvement – We are proactively moving forward to better the District.  Community – Our activities bring people together to create a family environment.  Stewardship – We will leave our community better than we found it.  Service Orientation – We foster a “guest first” attitude through superior experiences and ongoing communication.  Excellence – As leaders in the community, we strive to be the best we can be and aspire to pride, perfection and quality in all that we do. Page 3

FAQ Lake Bluff Park District Boundaries

See Proof of Residency requirements on page 3. Please note: A Lake Bluff postal address does not determine Park District residency. Residency is determined by residing within Park District boundaries. Non-residents, Commercial Groups, Business and Corporate Residents, Active Adult Non-Residents and City of Lake Forest, as defined by the policy do not receive resident rates for daily admission fees and memberships for the Pool, Open Gym and Sunrise Park and Beach. Open Gym is available for City of Lake Forest middle and high school students. The non-resident fees are intended to apportion an equalizing fee to our non-resident participants, so they contribute to the overall financing of the park system on an equitable basis with residents. Boundary information is at https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/ mapsonline/

Program Guide Delivery:

Does It Mean You’re a Resident? Lake Bluff Park District program guides are delivered by the Lake Bluff Post Office to homeowners/ businesses in Lake Bluff, Knollwood, and North Chicago. Even though you receive a program guide through the mail, you may not be a Park District resident. Only those who pay taxes to the Lake Bluff Park District are considered residents. Please call the Park District Office at 847-234-4150 if you have any questions concerning resident requirements.

Lake Forest Residents

Lake Forest Residents are eligible to receive resident rates for all recreation programs, daily fees and memberships. Included are Preschool, Fitness, Paddle and Golf memberships, Recreation Programs and Services. Lake Bluff Pool and Beach memberships and fees are not included.

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Mail-In or Drop Off Registration! Resident Registration (Online and In Person) begins Saturday, March 7 at 9:00 am Non–Resident Registration begins Saturday, March 14 at 9:00 am

Details, Details

High School Students — Take Note: All adult programs are open to high school students unless otherwise noted. Min/Max: For each program at the Park District, there’s a minimum number of registrants needed before a class can “go.” Most teachers are paid per class period, not per student. So if enough people don’t register, the Park District loses money—your money. In order to determine adequate registration, your registration must be at least seven days prior to the first date the class is held. But why a maximum? The more students, the less individualized attention. We like to keep the student/ teacher ratio low to ensure you get what you expect—a high quality program. The minimum number of registrants is the first number shown. The maximum is the second one shown. Resident/Non-Resident Fees: When two fees for a program are shown with a slash separating them (for example $50/$60), the first fee is the Park District Resident fee, and the second fee is the Non-Resident fee. Photo Policy: Photos are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event or at the District’s parks. Please be aware that these photos are for Park District use only and may be used in the District’s web site, program guides, pamphlets, social media or flyers.

Are You Covered?

The Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for program participants—the cost would make program fees prohibitive. Please review your own personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your family have proper coverage.

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ADA Compliance

The Lake Bluff Park District will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. If anyone in your family would like to participate in a Park District program but requires special facilities or equipment because of a disability, please phone 847-2344150. The Park District will make reasonable accommodations in recreation programs and facilities to enable participation by an individual with a disability. The ADA requires that recreational programs offered by the Park District be available in the most integrated setting appropriate for each individual. If you have any questions about the Park District’s policy regarding ADA, or believe you have been discriminated against by the Park District, contact 847-234-4150. A procedure is available for the resolution of complaints.

Financial Aid Program

The Lake Bluff Park District provides assistance for residents residing within the boundaries of the Park District. The amount of financial aid awarded is discounted at 25% or 50%, depending on family size, family income and special circumstances. Those families who qualify may receive a discount in programs that are not contractual in nature. Programs eligible to scholarship recipients include: general early childhood, early childhood enrichment, preschool, special events, adult and youth in-house athletics, camps, regular School of Dance classes (does not include competition dance classes), ARC, Before and After School Care, swim and diving lessons, swim team, and paddle lessons. Facility memberships are not included in the financial aid program. The maximum annual family discount is $1,000. Any resident interested in this program may stop by the recreation center guest services desk and pick up an application to fill out. The application is also available on-line at www.lakebluffparks.org. If you have any questions, please call the guest services desk at 847-234-4150.

COLOR RUN 2026

Saturday June 20 9:00 am

• Join the fun at the GO LAKE BLUFF COLOR RUN AND WALK, followed by an after party with music and food vendors.

• Have a blast while enjoying the outdoors with friends, family and neighbors. • All ages welcome. Strollers and well behaved, leashed, 4-legged friends included! • Event starts and ends at the Lake Bluff Train Station Parking area. • GO COLOR participants will be doused from shoulder to toe with colors at five color stations along the route. • Exciting new changes coming this year, bring your dog and win!

Donate to the Friends online today!

FriendsofLakeBluffParks.org

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Bluﬀinia SUMMER

JULY 4 AT THE BEACH!

Sunday July 5, 6:00–7:30 pm on the Village Green

THE THROWBACKS Oldies

Sunday July 12, 6:00–7:30 pm on the Village Green

SUSHI ROLL Rock/Pop

Sunday July 19, 6:00–7:30 pm on the Village Green

CONCERTS

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CONCERT & FUN

The Yacht-Rockettes (Yacht-Rock)

Saturday, July 4 6:00–8:00 pm Sponsored by the Lake Bluff 4th of July Committee

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LIVESTREAM ‘90s Cover

Sunday July 26, 6:00–7:30 pm on the Village Green

CLASSICAL BLAST Rock/Pop

Sunday August 2, 6:00–7:30 pm on the Village Green

NO TURN ON RED Funk/Brass

Sunday August 9, 6:00–7:30 pm at the Lake Bluff Golf Club

THE FLAT CATS Jazz/Swing

Sunday August 16, 6:00–7:30 pm at the Lake Bluff Golf Club

28 DAYS Rock

Note: Tents, canopies and other visual obstructions are prohibited. No individual grills or fires permitted. Parents are responsible for their children. Please don’t play on or near the hill or overpass. Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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Summer 2026 Employment Opportunities

Apply NOW online at www.lakebluffparks.org for Summer Employment at the Park District!

Employment Opportunities: Swim Pool Lifeguards Beach Lifeguards Day Camp Counselors Swim Pool Assistants Camp Managers

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Swim Pool Cashiers Swim Pool Concessions Little Sprouts Counselors Sailing Instructors Beach Attendants

Gain the experience and leadership qualities needed later in life while working in an enjoyable job atmosphere here at the Lake Bluff Park District! Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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Lake Bluff Park District Owned Property

Map provided by Lake County GIS Division

A. Blair Park—Lake Bluff Park District Rec. Center

Lake Bluff Pool: Olympic size Swimming Pool, Tot Pool and Locker Facilities 2. Gymnasium 3. Fitness Center and Locker Facilities 4. Running/Jogging Track 5. Five Early Childhood Education Rooms 6. Community Room 7. Two Playgrounds 8. Car and Bicycle Parking 9. Gymnastics Room 10. Administration Offices 11. Lighted Sledding Hill 12. Two Outdoor Tennis Courts 13. Skate Park 14. Two Dance Studios 15. Paddle Tennis Courts and Hut 16. Lake Bluff Public Library Birdhouse Library

B. Lake Bluff Golf Club

5. Playground Area 6. Five Outdoor Tennis Courts 7. Car and Bicycle Parking Lot 8. Bleachers 9. Drinking Fountains 10.Fitness Equipment Area 11.Outdoor Hitting Cage 12.Basketball Area

1. 18 Hole Golf Course 2. Pro-shop and Locker Facilities 3. Parking Lot 4. Food Service 5. Golf Club Maintenance Department and Equipment Storage

C. Sunrise Park and Beach

1. Supervised Swimming Beach and Restrooms 2. Picnic Tables with Grills 3. Boat Launching Off Beach 4. Two Lighted Shelters with Fireplaces 5. Play Equipment

E. Mawman Park

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1. Play Area 2. Shelter 3. Baseball/Softball Diamond 4. Nature Walking Paths 5. PTO Birdhouse Library

I. Knollwood Park

1. Baseball/Softball Field 2. Two Play Areas 3. Basketball Court 4. Paved Walkway 5. PTO Birdhouse Library

1. Baseball/Softball Diamond 2. Playground Area 3. Basketball Area 4. Soccer or Sports Field 5. Bleachers 6. Drinking Fountain 7. PTO Birdhouse Library

J. Wetlands

F. Sheridan Road Greenstrip

L. West Park

D. Artesian Park

1. Three Baseball/Softball Diamonds (one lighted) 2. Lighted Outdoor Skating and Hockey Rink with Warming Shelter 3. Soccer or Football Field 4. Fieldhouse with Restrooms

H. Sanctuary Park

G. Ravine Park

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1. Walking Paths and Nature Preserve

1. Nature Preserve

K. Belle Foret Prairie 1. Walking Paths

1. Baseball/Softball Fields 2. Bleachers 3. Playground 4. Drinking Fountain 5. PTO Birdhouse Library

Shelter Reservations

Reservations of Blair Park, Sanctuary and Artesian Park Shelters DAYS: Monday–Thursday Friday–Saturday

HOURS: 8:00 am–10:00 pm 8:00 am–10:00 pm

About Making Reservations • The Certificate of Insurance must be for a minimum of $1,000,000 Host Liquor Liability with the Lake Bluff Park District added as an additional insured through eventhelper.com.

Office Hours for Reservations: Monday–Thursday 5:00 am–9:00 pm Friday 5:00 am–8:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am–5:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am–4:00 pm After Labor Day: Monday–Friday Saturday Sunday

• Staff will sign your approved permit and give you a copy.

5:00 am–9:00 pm 7:00 am–6:00 pm 7:00 am–5:00 pm

• Only one reservation per resident household will be accepted during this time period. • First come, first served. • Shelter use is limited to six hours. • Shelter capacity is 75. • No phone reservations. Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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• Be prepared to present your approved shelter permit to Police or Park Personnel upon request. • Must be a resident of Lake Bluff Park District.

More rentals next page Register online at www.lakebluffparks.org

Rent for Fun, Rent for Business! Birthday Parties, Weddings and Showers, Business Meetings, Social Gatherings and Fundraisers, Tournaments, Team Practices, and More … The Park District has spaces to rent for almost any type of event. A variety of good dates are available! The Community Room  Adjust the space for your needs  Enough space and tables/chairs for a meeting of approximately 50 people and open enough for a party of 60  Resident/Community Group Fee: $50/hour Non-Resident Fee: $75/hour Affiliates Fee: $30/hour Minimum of 2 hours for all rentals and $50 clean-up fee if food or drink served. Bookings are made in whole hours only. Alcohol can be allowed if proper insurance is provided.  Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

The Paddle Hut Available for parties, meetings and more!  Fireplace and comfortable furniture, plus court rental if you’d like  Accommodates groups of up to 35  Courts available for exclusive rental Friday and Saturday evenings, with free use of paddles and balls  Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

The Gymnasium  Full collegiate-size basketball court, also great for volleyball, badminton, pickleball, relay races, floor hockey, futsal (soccer), and more  When the divider curtain is down, half the gym is a full-size high school basketball court with bleacher seating for spectators  Full Gym Resident/Community Group Fee: $100/hr Full Gym Non-Resident Fee: $150/hr Full Gym Affiliates Fee: $75/hr Half-Gym Resident/Community Group Fee: $60/hr Half-Gym Non-Resident Fee: $100/hr Half-Gym Affiliates Fee: $50/hr Minimum of 2 hours for all rentals; bookings are made in whole hours only  Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

Capacity is a maximum of 50 guests per party Shelter reservations previous page

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Cancellation Fees: Two days or more prior to rental date will be charged a $50 fee. Cancellations within two days of rental date are charged 50% of total party/rental fees. Cancellation due to inclement weather for shelter and field rentals only, will receive a full refund. Register online at www.lakebluffparks.org

Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA) facilitates yearr--round rre ecreation prrograms and services for children, teens, and adults with disabilities who live in 13 northern suburban communities, including Lake Blufff. With nearly 500 recreation, sport, cultural, and social offfferings available throughout the yearr,, NSSRA specializes in introducing participants to new experiences, providing opportunities for skill development and leisure time, and, most importantlyy,, creating space for friendships to thrive.

Services NSSRA Offfers NSSRA serves approximately 1,800 individuals with disabilities through our traditional and cooperative programs. Participants range in age from preschoolers, youth, and teens to young adults, adults, and seniors. Programs are offffered at park district facilities, schools, and other locations throughout the northern suburbs.

Inclusion Support NSSRA A’s inclusion support option provides individuals the opportunity to enjoy participation in Lake Bluff programs while receiving the individualized support they need to succeed. NSSRA staffff are trained to provide the necessary accommodations to help participants succeed in programs. programs Thiss not

creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reasons to request inclusion support

A parent or family member recognizes from additional support in a Lake Blufff Park District Program.

Lake Blufff Park District staffff identify a need for additional support for safety and programmatic reasons and communicates this need to the family.

What types of services does inclusion provide? Adaptive Equipment

Disability Awareness Training

Visual Systems

Behavior Management Support

Va arying Levels of Staffff Support

Observation and Evaluations

For information on Inclusion services or to arrange accommodation, contact Lake Bluff Park P District’s ’s NSSRA Inclusion Liaison, Jim Lakeman, at (847) 457-7343 or jlakeman@lbpd.org. 1221 County Line Rd. Highland Park, IL 60035 (847) 509-9400

Learn more about NSSRA and view our program offering at nssra.org

info@nssra.org www.nssra.org

nssra.org

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Summer Camps Camp in Lake Bluff this Summer!! It’s time to plan for your Summer of Fun in Lake Bluff! Read all about Lake Bluff Park District camps in this program guide, then register online at www.LakeBluffParks.org

Programs for Campers with Special Needs Lake Bluff Park District residents with disabilities can take advantage of a wide array of programs and services offered through the Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA). To find out about summer camps and programs, phone NSSRA at 847-509-9400, send an email to info@nssra.org or visit www.nssra.org for information and to download a list of seasonal programs and information.

Parent Camp Information

Important Camp Information!

Meet and greet your counselors on the first day of camp! We are so excited to have you join us for a lot of summer fun!

Parents can download the Summer Camp Informational Packet at www.LakeBluffParks.org. Summer Camp Informational Packet includes: • Dispense Medication Form • Camp Handbook • Summer Camp Informational Form • Swim Test Information • Camp Calendars • Field Trip Permission Form

Online registration closes three days prior to each session’s start date for that upcoming session. Camp Withdrawal Information • All financial obligations with the Park District must be met prior to registering for any summer program. • Camp Withdrawal Policy. Cancellations and withdrawals must be made in writing and are subject to the following:  15+ days prior to the FIRST day of the session withdrawing from – $25 fee  8–14 days prior to the FIRST day of the session withdrawing from – $50 fee

 0–7 days prior to the FIRST day of the session withdrawing from – $75 fee • If your child is expelled from camp, you will forfeit your entire camp fee for current session of camp. • Camp fees cannot be prorated to accommodate vacation schedules. • Camp withdrawal policy is effective May 13, 2026. Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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Camp B.L.U.F.F. Camp B.L.U.F.F.

Grades K-3rd

Building Lifelong Unbelievably Fantastic Friendships Join us this summer for a brand new day camp experience for your early elementary-age child. Campers will enjoy weekly themed activities, daily projects, swim lessons, beach days, bi-weekly field trips and special lunch options on Wednesdays and Fridays. Camp BLUFF is an excellent way for your camper to try new things and make lasting friendships.

3-Day Option (MWF) CODE: 19935 19936 19937 19938 19939

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 10–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $298/$328 $367/$397 $367/$397 $367/$397 $189/$219

REGULAR FEE: $348/$378 $417/$447 $417/$447 $417/$447 $239/$269

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $466/$496 $523/$553 $523/$553 $523/$553 $289/$319

REGULAR FEE: $516/$546 $573/$603 $573/$603 $573/$603 $339/$369

5-Day Option (M–F) CODE: 19942 19943 19944 19945 19946

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

Ages:

5–9 (Grades K-3rd) Register for the grade your child will be entering in the Fall of 2026 M-F (5 Day Option) or MWF (3 Day Option) 8:15 am–3:00 pm Blair Park 30/75

Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

*Register by May 13 to receive Early Bird Discounts for camp!

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Camp L.A.K.E. Camp L.A.K.E.

Grades 4th-8th

Leadership, Adventure, Kindness & Excellence

Your older elementary-age child will not want to miss this new day camp experience geared specifically for older campers in mind. Campers will enjoy some of their favorites from our legacy Day Camp program including swim lessons, Pizza Wednesdays, Cook-Out Fridays, field trips & beach days; but will also participate in weekly challenges, daily team-building activities, walking trips to various Lake Bluff parks, and some friendly competition with our neighbors in Athletic Camp.

3-Day Option (MWF) CODE: 19947 19948 19949 19950 19951

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 10–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $298/$328 $367/$397 $367/$397 $367/$397 $189/$219

REGULAR FEE: $348/$378 $417/$447 $417/$447 $417/$447 $239/$269

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $466/$496 $523/$553 $523/$553 $523/$553 $289/$319

REGULAR FEE: $516/$546 $573/$603 $573/$603 $573/$603 $339/$369

5-Day Option (M–F) CODE: 19952 19953 19954 19955 19956

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

Ages:

9–14 (Grades 4th–8th) Register for the grade your child will be entering in the Fall of 2026 M-F (5 Day Option) or MWF (3 Day Option) 8:15 am–3:00 pm Blair Park 15/50

Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

*Register by May 13 to receive Early Bird Discounts for camp!

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Mighty Sprouts Camp

Mighty Sprouts Camp Ages 3–6 Mighty Sprouts is designed for children who will be 3 years old by June 1st and are fully potty trained, through 6 years old. Campers will participate in daily circle time, games, nature, tot pool and sprinklers, all built around our weekly themes. You can sign up for 2 days, 3 days or choose both for a full 5 days of fun. Campers have lunch at camp, so pack a lunch on Mondays/Tuesdays/Thursdays. Hot lunch will be provided on Wednesdays and Fridays and is included in the fee. Don’t forget your water bottle and sunblock! Online registration closes three days prior to each session’s start date for that upcoming session.

3–Day Option (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) CODE: 19824 19825 19826 19827 19828 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 8–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE BY MAY 13: $451/$473 $376/$398 $451/$473 $451/$473 $245/$267

REGULAR FEE: $501/$551 $426/$476 $501/$551 $501/$551 $295/$345

3–6 years Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 am–1:00 pm Recreation Center/Blair Park 10/24

2–Day Option (Tuesday and Thursday) CODE: 19829 19830 19831 19832 19833 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 9–18 June 23–July 2 July 7–16 July 21–30 August 4–6

EARLY BIRD FEE BY MAY 13: $315/$345 $315/$345 $315/$345 $315/$345 $176/$195

REGULAR FEE: $365/$415 $365/$415 $365/$415 $365/$415 $226/$276

3–6 years Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 am–1:00 pm Recreation Center/Blair Park 10/24

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Camp Kick-A-Howl / Summer Scholars Camp Camp Kick-A-Howl Ages 5–10 Does your camper have a sense of adventure and enjoy exploring nature? If so, they will LOVE Camp Kick-A-Howl! KAH Campers spend their summer outdoors, engaged in projects and activities that connect them with friends, activate their curiosity and form a bond with the natural environment. Camp Kick-A-Howl is an active camp that includes walking to enjoy Lake Bluff Beach, exploring different local parks/nature preserves, daily pool/water play, guest educators, field trips, science, engineering, learning about conservation and more! Be ready to get dirty and have some fun! See you this Summer! CODE: 19834 19835 19836 19837 19838

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

Ages: Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

5–10 years Monday–Friday 9:00 am–3:00 pm Blair Park 10/40

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $405/$455 $406/$456 $450/$500 $450/$500 $340/$390

REGULAR FEE: $455/$495 $456/$506 $500/$550 $500/$550 $390/$440

*Register by May 13th to receive Early Bird Discounts for camp!

Summer Scholars Camp Students coming from summer school at Lake Bluff Elementary School will be walked to Blair Park to join their grade level in either Camp B.L.U.F.F. or Camp L.A.K.E. It is half day with full fun! Kids enjoy swimming, crafts, games and cookouts. *June 19 is a full day at Camp (8:15 am–3:00 pm) since summer school is not in session in honor of Juneteenth. CODE: Age: Days: Dates: Time: Min/Max: Fee:

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19957 Entering grades 1st–5th Monday–Friday June 10–July 2* 12:15 pm–3:00 pm 7/30 $425/$455

Dance / Tumble Camps Broadway on the Bluff (MWF) Children will have the opportunity to partake in putting on a musical theater show for all parents to enjoy. Campers will get to choose from a list of musicals they can vote on as a class including: “Summer Zootopia,” “Mary Poppins,” “Toy Story,” “Finding Nemo,” “Wicked,” “Wizard of Oz,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Little Mermaid,” “High School Musical” and “Alice in Wonderland.” Miss Brittany will make sure a musical is picked that every student will enjoy being a part of. During camp they will learn dances, practice reading story book lines to act out, and sing songs to their favorite songs.

FREE WALKOVER from Mighty Sprouts, Camp B.L.U.F.F, Camp L.A.K.E, and Kick-A-Howl.

By the end of camp, all actors/actresses will take the stage and perform their storyline show for all parents and friends to enjoy. Performance will take place in the Lake Bluff Park District Gym. Costumes will be given to each child to borrow for the show. Performance is free and welcomes all to come and watch the spectacular shows! NEW this summer: • Trips to the Lake Bluff Pool • Special On-Site Activity each session • Pizza Party on the last day of camp • Themed arts & crafts CODE: 19873 19874 19875 19876 19877

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 10–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–14

Ages: Days: Time: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

2.5–10 MWF 1:00–3:30 pm Studio II Miss Brittany, Halie & Sienna 5/16

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Please send your child with: • Refillable water bottle • Sunscreen • Swimwear & Towel

PERFORMANCE: June 19 at 5:00 pm July 3 at 5:00 pm July 17 at 5:00 pm July 31 at 5:00 pm August 14 at 5:00 pm

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FEE: $250/$280 $300/$330 $300/$330 $300/$330 $300/$330

Dance / Tumble Camps Toddler Tumble Camp (MW) NEW Toddlers will have the opportunity to partake in a structure environment where fun and learning will come together. Toddlers will get to explore play base tumbling skills, story book time/music singing and dancing, and outside playground time/lunch. Please send your child with a packed lunch and water bottle. No peanuts allowed in the lunches please. NEW this summer: • Water activities • Special On-Site Activity each session CODE: 19878 19879 19880 19881 19882 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

Please send your child with: • Refillable water bottle • Sunscreen • Swimwear & Towel

DATES: June 8–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–14

FEE: $200/$230 $200/$230 $200/$230 $200/$230 $200/$230

2.5–6 MW 10:00 am–12:30 pm Studio II Miss Brittany, Halie & Sienna 5/10

Ballerina Dance Camps (Tu/Th) Explore the fun of singing and dancing like the major pros do onstage. By the end of the camp all dancers will take the stage and perform their storyline show for all parents and friends to enjoy. Performance will take part in the Dance Studio 2. Dancers should wear to class a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes. Each child will be given narrator lines to read/act out during the show. Performance is free and welcomes all to come and watch the spectacular shows. Please send your child with a water bottle and sunscreen on them. A snack will be provided for a 30 minute break/playground time. Children will also get to partake in arts and crafts related to their story theme. CODE: 19883 19884 19885 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3

THEME: Snow White Sleeping Beauty Cinderella

DATES: June 9–25 July 7–July 23 July 28–August 13

PERFORMANCE: June 25 at 11:00 am July 23 at 11:00 am August 13 at 11:00 am

FEE: $280/$310 $280/$310 $280/$310

2.5–10 Tu/Th 9:00–11:30 am Studio II Miss Kathy & Miss Lauren 4/15

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Athletic Camp

This extremely popular camp offers the opportunity for campers to engage in a wide variety of sport activities. This camp includes Tennis, Pickleball, Golf, Soccer, Basketball, Floor Hockey, and more! Participants will be able to train with the staff to work on various skill development and game strategies. Occasional beach days will be planned throughout the summer, weather permitting. This camp will go on one offsite field trip every session either on Wednesday or Friday. Pack a lunch, and don’t forget a swimsuit because after all that hard work every camper deserves free swim! Pizza Wednesdays and Friday Cookouts are included in the fees this year!

3–Day Options (MWF) CODE: 19958 19959 19960 19961 19962

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 10–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $311/$341 $383/$413 $383/$413 $383/$413 $178/$208

REGULAR FEE: $361/$391 $433/$463 $433/$463 $433/$463 $228/$258

DATES: June 9–18 June 23–July 2 July 7–16 July 21–30 August 4–6

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $274/$304 $274/$304 $274/$304 $274/$304 $102/$132

REGULAR FEE: $324/$354 $324/$354 $324/$354 $324/$354 $152/$182

2–Day Options (TuTh) CODE: 19963 19964 19965 19966 19967 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

Entering 3rd-8th Grade in Fall 2026 MWF, Tu Th or register for both for M-F camp 9:00 am-3:00 pm Artesian Field House 8/30

*Register by May 13 to take advantage of the Early Bird registration fees!

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Teen Travelers Camp / Counselors-in-Training Teen Travelers Camp Campers will travel on their bikes every day along the Des Plaines River Trail Path and the North Shore Bike Path. Each day will start out by mapping their adventures and exploring fun locations. All campers must have bikes, helmets, locks, and backpacks. Please bring a snack, sack lunch, water bottle, sunscreen and spending money to purchase items if desired. Each session will include a community service project in town also. Some popular places they will travel to include: Lake Forest Beach, Hawthorn Mall, Bowlero and many local lunch spots! Start your day with a good breakfast, oil your chain, and let’s get going! CODE: 19968 19969 19970 19971 19972 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

EARLY BIRD FEE*: $403/$433 $453/$483 $453/$483 $453/$483 $253/$283

REGULAR FEE: $453/$483 $503/$533 $503/$533 $503/$533 $303/$333

11–14 years (entering 6th–9th grade in Fall 2026) Monday–Friday 9:00 am–3:00 pm Artesian Park Playground 8/25

*Register by May 13 to take advantage of the Early Bird registration fees!

Counselors-in-Training Are you a motivated and reliable young adult who enjoys working with kids? If so, we are looking for you! This upcoming summer the Park District will be bringing on Counselors-in-Training (CIT’s) to start learning how to effectively work with children. They’ll learn how to problem-solve, assist in camp events, engage younger children in fun and safe activities, and develop valuable leadership skills. CIT’s will be assigned to various camp programs to get a fuller experience as a camp counselor (possible programs include Camp BLUFF, Camp LAKE & Athletic Camp). Residents of the Park District are given priority registration for this program. After registration, all potential CIT’s will be contacted to schedule an interview. You MUST be registered to obtain an interview. For more information contact Recreation Services Manager, Ben White at 847-457-7337 or bwhite@lbpd.org. CODE: 19973 19974 19975 19976 19977 Days: Time: Ages: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

FEE: $85 $85 $85 $85 $50

Monday–Friday 8:00 am–3:15 pm (may vary depending on camp schedule) 14–15 years 1/6

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Summer Camp Extended Care Early Bird (Before Camp) We will provide staff supervision from 7:00 am until the start of camp. Campers meet in the Community Room and staff will take them to their swim lines or group meeting place at the appropriate time. Unused days are not refundable or transferable. Campers may bring a cold breakfast. Early Bird is available only to children attending: Mighty Sprouts, Camp B.L.U.F.F., Camp L.A.K.E., & Camp Kick-A-Howl.

3–Day Option (MWF) CODE: 19978 19979 19980 19981 19982

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 10–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

FEE: $95/$110 $113/$128 $113/$128 $113/$128 $57/$72

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

FEE: $154/$169 $171/$186 $171/$186 $171/$186 $85/$100

5–Day Option (M-F) CODE: 19983 19984 19985 19986 19987 Ages: Days: Time: Location: Min/Max:

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

3–14 years M-F or MWF 7:00–camp start (Early Bird) or 3:00–6:00 pm (Stay & Play) Community Room 5/30

Stay & Play (After Camp) This program is for working parents who need additional childcare beyond regular camp hours. Supervision is provided from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. It is available to children attending our camps at Blair Park that end at 3:00 pm. Unused days are not refundable or transferable. A snack is provided during Stay & Play daily. Stay & Play is available only to children attending: Camp B.L.U.F.F., Camp L.A.K.E., & Camp Kick-A-Howl.

3–Day Option (MWF) CODE: 19988 19989 19990 19991 19992

SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 10–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

FEE: $135/$150 $162/$177 $162/$177 $162/$177 $80/$95

5–Day Option (M-F) CODE: 19993 19994 19995 19996 19997

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SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5

DATES: June 9–19 June 22–July 3 July 6–17 July 20–31 August 3–7

FEE: $250/$265 $278/$293 $278/$293 $278/$293 $139/$154

After School Care ARC–Awesome August Days! Our Afterschool Recreation Club (ARC) Team is hosting affordable day-long programming at the Recreation Center for kids to have a place to go before school begins. Kids should bring a refillable water bottle and a bag-lunch to ARC every day. Students will receive morning and afternoon snacks from our staff. Kids will have the opportunity to play, swim, create & explore during these AWESOME final days of summer! For more information contact Ben White at bwhite@lbpd.org. More dates scheduled during the school year will be available when Fall 2026 registration opens. CODE: 19886 19887 19888 19889 19890 19891 19892 19893 Age: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DATE: Monday, August 17 Tuesday, August 18 Wednesday, August 19 Thursday, August 20 Friday, August 21 Monday, August 24 Tuesday, August 25 Wednesday, August 26

TIME: 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm 8:15 am-3:00 pm

FEE: $55/$60 $55/$60 $55/$60 $55/$60 $55/$60 $55/$60 $55/$60 $55/$60

5-11 (entering Kindergarten–5th grade in Fall 2026) Recreation Center/Blair Park LBPD Afterschool Staff 10/40

Afterschool Recreation Club (ARC) ARC is our flagship after school program where children are provided with a snack every day by staff, can work on homework or creative projects, as well as unwind from their busy day at school. This program is for students in Kindergarten–5th grade. Students are walked over daily from Lake Bluff Elementary School to the Park District by our staff. For more details, contact Ben White at bwhite@lbpd.org. 2026-2027 School Year Registration will open on Saturday, July 18 at 10:00 am. Registration Options Option: Time: Days:

3 Day Half* 2:50–4:30 pm Your Choice!

3 Day Full* 2:50–6:00 pm Your Choice!

5 Day Half 2:50–4:30 pm Monday–Friday

5 Day Full 2:50–6:00 pm Monday–Friday

*3 days must be consistent within that specified session SESSION: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

SESSION DATES: August 27–September 24 September 25–October 27 October 28–November 30 December 1–January 12 January 13–February 10 February 16–March 15 March 16–April 19 April 20–May 18 May 19–June 8

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NO ARC: 9/7 10/8-10/12 11/3, 11/25-27 12/21–1/4 1/18 3/22-3/26 5/7 5/31

DEADLINE: 8/12/26 9/16/26 10/14/26 11/20/26 12/30/26 2/2/27 3/2/27 4/6/27 5/5/27 Page 23

3 DAY HALF: $184 $184 $184 $184 $184 $184 $184 $184 $184

3 DAY FULL: $265 $265 $265 $265 $265 $265 $265 $265 $265

5 DAY HALF: $267 $267 $267 $267 $267 $267 $267 $267 $267

5 DAY FULL: $392 $392 $392 $392 $392 $392 $392 $392 $392

Parent-Child Special Events & Programs Summer Sweetheart’s Dance What better way to celebrate Father’s Day weekend than with your special sweetheart for an evening of pictures, games, dinner, dancing & memories to last a lifetime! Dads & daughters alike will enjoy this fun-spin on this very popular daddy-daughter event. This community event is an inclusive program which welcomes all types of families and caregivers to join us for this special occasion. Due to capacity limits in our gym, we ask for parties to be limited to one adult. CODE: Ages: Day: Date: Time: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

19998 3–11 years, with Dad Saturday June 20 5:00–7:00 pm Recreation Center Ballroom (Gym) 30/110 $60/$70 per couple $30/$40 additional daughter

The MARVEL-ous Mother-Son Game Night Avengers assemble! Spend the evening with your special guy here at the Park District. We will have a delicious dinner, a photo booth, craft and of course a whole lot of games. Come dressed in your favorite Avengers gear for a night you won’t soon forget. CODE: Date: Time: Location: Ages: Fee: Min/Max:

19690 Friday, May 8 5:30 pm—7:30 pm Recreation Center 5 & up $50/$60, per couple $20 per additional child 30/100

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Parent-Child Special Events & Programs Music Together “Maracas” Collection of Songs CODE: 19796 Music Together classes build on your child’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement to help develop their basic musical (and social, linguistic, emotional, etc.) skills. Classes are mixed-age (birth to kindergarten) and focus on adult/child interaction. Siblings welcome! All children benefit from, and thrive with, live musical experiences, plus, the Music Together song collections are great! The whole family will enjoy them. Mr. Mark has been leading these classes for more than a decade and did we mention? They’re lots of fun!

19797 Age: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

DAY/TIME: Wednesday 9:15–10:00 am Saturday 10–10:45 am

DATE: Apr. 1–June 3 Apr. 4–June 6

Mixed Ages Community Room 6/12 (child & parent couple) $225 (1st child & parent) $160 (first sibling) Addl. siblings and siblings under 6 months – No charge

Tuition includes a $45 materials fee, non-refundable after first class.

Music Together “My Songs of Summer” CODE: 19940 19941 Age: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

DAY/TIME: Wednesday 9:15–10:00 am Saturday 10–10:45 am

DATE: June 17–July 22 June 20–Aug. 1 (No class July 4)

Mixed Ages Community Room 6/12 (child & parent couple) $140 (1st child & parent) $100 (first sibling) Addl. siblings and siblings under 6 months – No charge

Tuition includes a $45 materials fee, non-refundable after first class.

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Lake Bluff Preschool See Fees and Registration details on Easy Enrollment Page

Classes For Early Childhood through Kindergarten Welcoming Children 2 to 5 Years Old E COM JOIN US!

Program Highlights 2026–2027 Lake Bluff Preschool and Afternoon Kindergarten

 Morning Preschool

for 2, 3, 4 and 5 year olds

 Afternoon Nature Preschool for 3.0–5 years

 Afternoon Kindergarten for 4.5–5 years

 Experienced and caring teachers  Thoughtfully prepared environments for each age  Guidance in learning social skills and making friends  Gentle encouragement to practice independence skills

Dana Hansen, Preschool and Early Childhood Director, is delighted to welcome you and your family to Lake Bluff Preschool. Dana believes that building a child’s confidence and independence coupled with a spectacular support system is the key to a child’s success. As a key member of our Lake Bluff Park District Leadership Team, Dana strives for excellence within her programs and for the Park District as a whole. Please feel free to call or pay her a visit, as she is ready and willing to discuss any issues of concern. 847-457-7352 dhansen@lbpd.org

 Inspiring educational materials and experiences  Lively arts, crafts, music and dramatic play  “Motion Lab” health and wellness program  Engaging STEAM activities in each curriculum

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Lake Bluff Preschool for Two ’s See Fees and Registration details on Easy Enrollment Page

Preschool for Two Year Olds Introduce your child to an enriched and nurturing environment that encourages the development of social skills, language, independence and self-confidence. Ms. Giselle Alvarado will focus on helping children feel comfortable away from home as they experience art, dramatic play and music. Basic concepts such as shapes, colors, the alphabet and numbers are presented in fun and creative ways. Children enjoy this active classroom environment prepared to stimulate their imagination and interest in the world around them. You will enjoy seeing your child grow and make his first friends at school. CODE: 19692 19693 Dates: No Class: Time: Location: Min/Max:

DAYS: Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday

AGE: 2.0–2.5 years 2.6–2.11 years

September 7/8, 2026–May 26/27, 2027 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 9:00–11:00 am Purple Room 7/10

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Lake Bluff Preschool for Ages 3 to 5 See Fees and Registration details on Easy Enrollment Page

3.0–3.11 Year Olds

The Mighty Threes enjoy their mornings in the Green Room playing and connecting with friends while forming a bond of love with school and learning. Tamera Guidarini, “Mrs. G.,” provides three-year-olds with an inviting, joyful, sensory rich, and supportive classroom environment. Children develop fine motor, prewriting, foundational math, science and literacy skills through game play, art, STEM/Nature exploration, movement, books, and engaging materials. Conscious Discipline techniques nurture the children’s developing social emotional and executive function skills while promoting a sense of community, self-confidence, and independence building. It is a powerful year of growth filled with friendship, activity, interaction, learning and fun!

CODE: 19694 19695 19696 Dates: Time: Location: No Class: Min/Max:

AGE: 3.0–3.11 3.0–3.11 3.0-3.11

DAYS: Five Days Four Days Three Days

September 7/8, 2026–May 26/27, 2027 (subject to change) 9:00–11:30 am Green Room Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 7/12

Preschool for 4.0 to 5 Year Olds Lake Bluff Morning Preschool classes for 4–5 year olds are offered either four or five days a week. These Lake Bluff Preschool classes are taught by experienced teachers, Kristin Marchisello and Marcine Zbynski, who know that children love to learn by using their hands. Whether making unique designs in the classroom rock garden, doing a woodworking project, gardening or conducting a science experiment, children are encouraged to find connections in what they are learning and express that through art, writing or in whatever ways they are inspired to do so. We also help them become more confident in recognizing the alphabet and the sounds of the letters, understanding beginning math concepts and refining their skills for writing letters and numbers. Using games and creative materials, children learn while having fun. Our practice of Calm Classroom techniques teach skills that develop focus, concentration and a mind that is relaxed and ready to learn.

CODE: 19700/19701 19702/19703 Dates: No Class: Min/Max:

AGE: 4.0–5 4.0–5

DAYS: Monday–Thursday Monday–Friday

Mixed 3's and 4's Our mixed threes & fours classes, taught by Noel Lynch, challenge children to apply thought and creativity to engaging educational activities. Whether making unique designs in the classroom block area, creating an art project, learning to graph, gardening or conducting a science experiment, children are encouraged to find connections in what they are learning to express them through speech, art, writing and all ways they are infinitely inspired. We help children become more confident in recognizing the alphabet and the letter sounds, understanding beginning math concepts and refining their writing of letters and numbers. Using games and creative materials, children learn while having fun. You will truly love watching them get prepared for Kindergarten.

CODE: 19697 19698 19699

DAYS: Five Days Four Days Three Days

Morning Class:

9:00–11:30 am

TIME: 9:00–11:30 am 9:00–11:30 am

September 7/8, 2026–May 26/27, 2027 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 10/17

Afternoon Nature Preschool

Afternoon Nature Preschool for 3.0–5 year olds is four days. Children bring their lunch and then enjoy an afternoon of preschool activities. Nature-based and developmentally appropriate, our afternoons provide a unique learning experience. This emergent curriculum focuses on exploration and discovery in nature each day. Naturebased learning nurtures the holistic development of children encompassing their physical, cognitive, emotional and social well-being. In natural environments, children engage in unstructured play, exploring their surroundings, manipulating raw materials, and immersing themselves in sensory experiences. The curriculum promotes learning and prepares children for kindergarten as they develop an appreciation for the natural world. Please bring a nut-free lunch.

CODE: 19704 Dates: No Class: Min/Max:

AGE: 3.0–5

DAYS: Monday–Thursday

TIME: 11:45 am–3:00 pm

September 7, 2026–May 27, 2027 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 10/17

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Afternoon Kindergarten for 4.6-5 Years See Fees and Registration details on Easy Enrollment Page

Afternoon Kindergarten The Afternoon Kindergarten Program is designed to engage students in rich and varied activities designed to provide the foundation for academic and social success. The environment provides a healthy balance between whole group, small group and individual work, academic enrichment and play and teacher-directed and selfguided goals and pursuits. Teachers identify students’ individual interests and differentiate instruction to devise units of study to capture imaginations. Both the child and the class will benefit from a consistent choice of days. Therefore, specific 5, 4 or 3 days chosen stay the same throughout the school year. It is possible to add or drop days on a one-time basis as the school year progresses. Please bring a nut-free lunch. CODE: 19705 19706 19707

NO. OF DAYS: Five Days Four Days Three Days

Age: Days: Dates:

4.5–5 years Monday–Friday September 7/8, 2026–May 27, 2027 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 11:45 am–3:00 pm Blue Room 8/15

No Class: Time: Location: Min/Max:

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Lake Bluff Preschool Easy Enrollment STEP 1

• Select appropriate class for your child’s age as of September 1, 2026. For Afternoon Kindergarten, Threes, and Mixed

Threes and Fours, select which days of the week your child will be attending (choice of 3, 4 or 5 days) on Billing Agreement.

STEP 2

• Come to the Lake Bluff Park District to complete the registration process. Our office is located at 355 W. Washington Ave. A portion of your first payment is a Non-Refundable Registration Fee ($125) for all programs. Non-Residents pay an additional $50 for all programs which is due at the time of registration and added to the first payment (waived for active military and Lake Forest residents).

STEP 3

• Payment may be made in Full at time of registration or in Monthly Payments. • We accept all credit/debit cards. • Payment is divided into nine equal payments. First payment is due at time of registration and remaining 8 payments are

automatically deducted on the 15th day or up to five business days after for the months of October 2026 through April 2027 from your account. A portion of your first payment ($125) is Non-Refundable. Therefore, if you withdraw prior to the start of the program, a service charge of $125 applies. If withdrawing during the program, your withdrawal is prorated out with the last day attended and with the service charge of $125.

Tuition 2026–2027 AGE AS OF 9/1/2026: 2-2.5 2.5-2.11 3-3.11 3-3.11 3-3.11 3-4.11 3-4.11 3-4.11 4-5.0 4-5.0 3.0-5 4.5-5.0 4.5-5.0 4.5-5.0

CODE: 19692 19693 19694 19695 19696 19697 19698 19699 19700/19701 19702/19703 19704 19705 19706 19707

DAYS: M/W T/Th 3 Days 4 Days M-F 3 Days 4 Days M-F M-Th M-F M-Th M-Fr 4 Days 3 Days

TIME: 9–11 am 9–11 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 11:45 am–3 pm 11:45 am–3 pm 11:45 am–3 pm 11:45 am–3 pm

TUITION: $3,276 $3,276 $4,149 $4,842 $5,535 $4,149 $4,842 $5,535 $5,544 $5,589 $4,158 $4,509 $4,185 $3,321

PAYMENT: $364 $364 $461 $538 $615 $461 $538 $615 $616 $621 $462 $501 $465 $369

IMPORTANT FACTS:

• Early Registration Dates for the 2026–2027 school year offered to families currently registered at Lake Bluff

Preschool are January 5-9 (Monday–Friday) from 9:00 am to noon. Please come to the Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services for registration forms and details. Regular registration begins January 12 at 9:00 am.

• Classes begin Tuesday, September 7 for Preschool (subject to change). Lake Bluff Preschool follows the Lake Bluff School District 65 schedule, with some exceptions. Refer to your Preschool calendar.

• Children enrolling in Lake Bluff Preschool for the first time must submit a copy of their birth certificate and an updated vaccination report from your pediatrician by the first day of school.

• Children 2.0–2.11 years old need not be toilet trained. Children over the age of 3 must be toilet trained and out of diapers/pullups to participate in the program.

• QUESTIONS? Call Preschool and Early Childhood Education Director Dana Hansen at 847-457-7352 or email at dhansen@lbpd.org.

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Lake Bluff Preschool Registration 355 W. Washington Avenue Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 • Phone 847-234-4150 Family’s Last Name________________________________________________________

Contact Phone __________________________________________________

Child’s Last Name if Different from Parent ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________

City ________________________________________

Zip Code ______________________

Preferred Email Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mother’s Name (if residing in household) __________________________________

Mother’s Cell Phone ____________________________________________

Father’s Name (if residing in household) __________________________________

Father’s Cell Phone ______________________________________________

Program CODE

Name of Child

Gender

Birthdate Mo/Day/Yr

Age as of 09/01/2026

Days/Time

Billing Agreement on other side must be completed and signed for registration to be complete. Do you need any accommodation, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, to effectively participate in the above activity and/or facility?  Yes  No Please call the Park District office at 847-234-4150 x 0 to confirm your request for accommodation.

INSURANCE LIABILITY WAIVER The Lake Bluff Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. The Lake Bluff Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety. Please recognize that the Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreation program/ activity should review their own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make the Lake Bluff Park District automatically responsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for the District REQUIRES the execution of the following Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed above, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss regardless of severity which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages and losses sustained by me or arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program. PERMISSION TO SECURE TREATMENT In the event of emergency, I authorize District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care and I agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. I have read and fully understand the aforementioned Program Details, Waiver and Release of All Claims and Permission to Secure Treatment. (Note: Please sign in an appropriate space below.)

I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver on this page, and I understand that my signature is required below in order to participate in Lake Bluff Park District programs. Signature: __________________________________________________________

Date: ______________________________________

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Lake Bluff Preschool Billing Agreement First & Last Name on Credit/Debit Card: ____________________________________________________________________ Credit/Debit Card: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Exp Date: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ CVC#: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Circle One: Paying in Full (add $50/program for N–R only)

CODE#____________

$_____________

OR Payment Plan (add $50/program for N–R only to 1st payment)

CODE

Child’s Name

1st Payment (N–R add $50)

Remaining 8 Payments

For Afternoon Kindergarten, Threes and Mixed Threes & Fours: Circle the 3, 4, or 5 days attending each week: M Tu W Th F 2026–2027 TERMS & CONDITIONS • By signing this agreement, I agree to pay the Lake Bluff Park District Preschool tuition payments shown above either in full or in 9 installment payments. I agree to be liable for the 2026–2027 tuition, with the first payment to be paid at the time of registration and remaining payments on the fifteenth day of the month or up to five business days after for October 2026 through April 2027. Non-Residents pay an additional $50 for all programs which is due at the time of registration and added to the first payment. • I agree it is my responsibility to have adequate funds in my account to cover these transactions and to update my credit card/debit card information if it should change. • Requests for withdrawal from this program must be made in writing and approved in order to cancel this billing agreement and will require a final fee that corresponds with the cancellation policy. A portion of your first payment ($125) is Non-Refundable so if you withdraw prior to the start of the program, a service charge of $125 applies. If withdrawing during the program, your withdrawal is prorated out with the last day attended and with the service charge of $125. • Registrants starting after the first day of school will have their tuition prorated with their actual starting date. • Any transaction rejected due to no fault of the Park District will be assessed a $20 service fee each time. Signature: ______________________________________________________

Date: ____________________________________

If you have filled out the Registration Page, your Registration is Complete! Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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Lake Bluff Pool at Blair Park Lake Bluff Pool Hours (7 Days a Week) Season Dates

The Lake Bluff Park District’s 50-meter Olympic size pool with 6 exercise and lap swim only lanes is scheduled to open May 23 on a limited schedule of swimming activities. The pool water is heated to provide enjoyable swimming, regardless of weather. The locker rooms have showers and lockers. Concessions are available. For Lake Bluff Pool Hours (7 Days a Week) Bluff Pool information, call 847–457–7366. For pool closings and additional information visit the Park District website at www.lakebluffparks.org or follow Lake Bluff Park District on Facebook.

Preseason Hours May 23–25, May 30–31 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Tot/Main Pool

Regular Season Weekday Hours: June 6–August 16 10:00 am–12:00 pm 11:00 am–12:00 pm 12:00 pm–5:00 pm 5:00 pm–7:30 pm

Tot Pool Lap Swim Public Hours Public Hours

Season pass only Season pass only Afternoon daily fee or season pass Evening daily fee or season pass

Weekend Hours

Welcome to the 2026 Swim Season!

10:00 am–12:00 pm Tot Pool/Main Pool Season pass only 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Public Hours Afternoon daily fee or season pass 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Public Hours Evening daily fee or season pass

End of Season Hours: August 17–September 4

Pool Rentals & Parties

Weekdays 4:30–7:30 pm and weekend hours only

What makes guaranteed fun? Food, Fun, Water and Friends! Come rent the pool!

Labor Day Weekend Hours

 Pool Rentals/Parties are

2 hours in length; extensions are possible.  1 ½ hours in the water playing.  ½ hour in the concession area for present opening and cake eating (guests provide their own cake).  Pool Rentals/Parties can be scheduled as either a private event or during public swim hours.

Pool Rentals & Party Rates Up to 25 children 26–50 children 51–75 children

Res/Non–Res $285/$335 $350/$390 $455/$505

Call 847-457-7366 for available times and reservations. Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

12:00 pm–6:00 pm

Public Hours

Afternoon daily fee or season pass

Lake Bluff Pool Fees

Admission is open to anyone who pays the daily fee or possesses a season membership. Children 13 years and under must be accompanied by an individual 16 years or older. All guests are required to either have a membership or purchase a daily fee. Daily Fees (per person) RESIDENT* NON-RESIDENT Monday–Friday afternoon $12 $17 Monday–Friday evening $7 $12 Sat. & Sun. afternoon $12 $17 Sat. & Sun. evening $7 $12 *Must provide verification of residency for resident rate *Resident rate for Active military, family, and veterans with military ID Season Pass Fees — Beginning March 7 at 9:00 am

Early Bird Fees March 7–April 11 Regular Fees Beginning April 12

RESIDENT* Individual $130 Family of 2 $190 Family of 3 $230 Family of 4 $270 Family of 5 $310 Family of 6 $350 Addl Family Members $40 Page 33

NON-RESIDENT $205 $270 $320 $370 $420 $470 $50

RESIDENT* $155 $205 $245 $285 $325 $365 $40

NON-RESIDENT $230 $300 $360 $420 $480 $540 $60

Lake Bluff Pool at Blair Park

Crossing Guard A crossing guard is provided by the Village of Lake Bluff at the intersection of Green Bay Rd. and Rockland Rd. (Route 176). Children in swimming lessons, public lessons and camp programs at Blair and Artesian Parks will be helped across the street. Please notify the Village of Lake Bluff at 847-234-2151 if there is any concern or problem.

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Weather Closing Procedure

Park District policy states if lightning and thunder is seen or heard, the pool deck and locker rooms will be evacuated immediately. Patrons will not be permitted to use the showers. Evacuation and reentry decisions are at the sole discretion of Lake Bluff Pool staff. Patrons will be permitted to reenter once the all-clear has been made by Thor Guard weather system. Patrons are encouraged to stay in the hallway and, if available, the community room until the all-clear is given. Reentry passes will be issued in the event of a closing if there is more than an hour remaining in the published open swim hours. In the event severe weather persists until 6:00 pm, the Lake Bluff Pool may be closed for the evening.

Important Information and Facility Policies 

Management has the right to close the Lake Bluff Pool due to low attendance (fewer than 10 people) or if the temperature is below 65 degrees.

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When Lake Bluff hosts a swim meet on June 24, and July 1, the Lake Bluff Pool will be closed at 3:30 pm for the remainder of the day.

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All patrons, regardless if they are swimming, must pay to enter the Lake Bluff Pool.

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All flotation devices must be Coast Guard certified. Any child wearing a flotation device must be in arm’s length of a parent at all times.

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Chaperones are responsible for supervising their children. Lifeguards are on duty to enforce rules and respond to emergencies.

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Children 13 years and under must be accompanied by a chaperone 16 years or older.

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Children 10 and under must pass a swim test to use the diving boards.

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Tot pool is for children 5 and under who must be accompanied by an adult.

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Lap lanes are for fitness and lap swim only. Lane 6 will be available for exercise, with the remainder lanes reserved for lap swim only. The lap lanes are restricted to adults only (18 and older) from Pool opening–Noon, and 4:00 pm–close. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and must be swimming laps during non-restricted hours. Page 34

Swim Lessons Parent & Tot

Ages 6 months–3 years old. This class is for a child who has never been in the water or still needs parental help. The class is designed to provide an easy water adjustment for children through water play, songs and games. Each participant will take home a free water toy at the end of the session. Parents accompany children in this 30-minute class led by one of our instructors. Monday–Thursday, if needed to make up lessons will be offered on Fridays. The lessons are weather permitting and no refunds will be given.

CODE: 19999 20000 Age: Days: Time: Location: Fee:

DATE: July 6–17 July 20–31 6 mo.–3 years Monday–Thursday 10:00–10:30 am Lake Bluff Pool $100/$115 per session

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Blended Class

In this class, you will learn the skills required to deal with all types of water emergencies as you work towards your certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR and AED. These certifications are required to work as an American Red Cross Lifeguard as well as being highly valued by colleges and future employers. A participant’s manual and CPR mask are included with the course materials. Participants must be 15 years of age. A swim test is a pre-requisite for the course. In order to obtain certification, participants must attend all classes and pass final written and practical exams. There is a two-hour online portion that is required to take before the course starts. Coursework is challenging and rigorous and only participants who are serious about obtaining the lifeguard certification should enroll. Participation in the class does not ensure a job with the Lake Bluff Park District.

CODE: 20004

DATES: TIMES: June 15 Online June 16-18 9 am-6 pm Age: 15 years and older Location: Lake Bluff Pool Min/Max: 4/10 Fee: $370/$420 Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

Swim Team The Park District sponsors a competitive summer swim team that competes in the Northern Illinois Swim Conference. This is a recreational team, so emphasis is on skill development in a fun and positive atmosphere. Swim meets are on Wednesday evenings and are approximately 3–5 hours long with the exception of the swim conference. All communication from coaches will be by email during the summer. If you have any questions, please email the Lake Bluff Pool at lbsharks@lbpd.org. Your swimmer will be registered based on their age and gender group. Lake Bluff Day Camp participants interested in swimming on the team are encouraged to sign up. Accommodations will be made for getting them to their camps after practice, as well as families needing the same practice times. Register Early! Swim Team informational package will be emailed to registrants by June 1.

CODE: 20002

20003

DATES: June 1–4 June 8–July 22 June 12–July 24 June 1–4 June 8–July 22 June 12–July 24

DAYS: M-Th M-Th Friday M-Th M-Th Friday

AGE & GENDER: 6–8 yr Boys and Girls 6–8 yr Boys and Girls 6–8 yr Boys and Girls 9–18 yr Boys and Girls 9–18 yr Boys and Girls 9–18 yr Boys and Girls

PRACTICE TIME: 3:30–4:30 pm 8:15–9:15 am 9:00–10:00 am 3:30–4:30 pm 8:15–10:00 am 9:00–10:00 am

Meets will be on Wednesday evenings beginning June 10, with the all-day, year-end Conference meet on July 22th. Meet locations TBD.

Location: Min/Max: Fee:

Lake Bluff Pool 20/110 for each age & gender group above $330/$375

Requirements: All participants 8 and under must be able to swim 25 yards front crawl and have knowledge of other competitive strokes; 9 years and older swimmers must have knowledge of all four competitive strokes and swim at least two competitive strokes 50 yards.

Waterfront Lifeguarding

Prerequisite is American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate. CODE: 20005 Location: Lake Bluff Pool Age: 15 years and up Min/Max: 4/10 Dates: June 18, 19 Fee: $135/$165 Time: 9:00 am–4:00 pm

Private and Semi-Private Swim and Springboard Diving Lessons

Beginning June 19, Private and Semi-private swim lessons are available by appointment. Click the following link to provide your information and an instructor will be in contact with you. The link will be live June 19, 2026. Register Online Private: $50/$60 per student per 30 minutes. Semi-Private: $35/$45 per student per 30 minutes. Please email any questions to swimlessons@lbpd.org.

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Sunrise Beach Beach Hours

Lifeguards and attendants will be on duty during the following days and hours: • • • • •

May 23–25 May 30–31 June 6–August 23 August 29–30 September 5–7

Operational Hours: Weekdays: 9:00 am–7:00 pm Weekends: 9:00 am–7:00 pm Beach closes at 10 pm Dates and times may vary depending on availability of staff.

Swimming Conditions

Swimming is prohibited when lifeguards are not on duty. There will be a manager and guest services attendant on duty collecting fees from 9:00 am until 10:00 pm.

Green Flag means: Low Bacteria Levels, No Advisory

Beach Fees

The Lake Bluff Park District has improved its communication with Sunrise Beach users by indicating swimming conditions with a flag system. A green, yellow or red flag will be flown at the entrance to Sunrise Beach and will be posted on our website letting beachgoers know the daily swimming conditions. Flag color of the flag and conditions:

Yellow Flag means: Elevated Bacteria Levels, and or Riptide Alert, Caution Swimming Advisory Red Flag means: When you come to the beach and the Red Flag is posted it means the water is closed for swimming. You can still have your day at the beach but you must stay completely out of the water. There are several reasons why Sunrise Beach will post a Red Flag: • High levels of bacteria will close the beach to swimmers. The Lake County Health Department tests our beach daily. If the E. coli count is higher than 235 E. coli colony forming units/100 milliliters of water, it is determined to be precarious for swimmers. The water will be closed until a clean test result is returned. To reopen the water for swimming, a resample will be taken and the E. coli count must be less than 235 cfu. • A measurement of two inches of rain will also close the water for swimming. Run-off debris from the ravines and streets are deposited into the water possibly causing unsafe conditions. Closing the beach to swimming is a health precaution. • Strong Undertow: When the winds shift and the wave swells become strong, the undertow can become dangerous. In these instances, the beach staff will go into the water to measure the strength of the undertow. Should it be too strong, the beach will post a Red Flag and close the water to swimming. • Rip Currents are a strong channel of water flowing seaward from near the shore, typically through the surf line. • Lightning: When detected by the Thorguard system or seen by a lifeguard, the beach will be cleared of all patrons until all clear is received. Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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Resident: Beach passes will be given to ALL residents. Only one beach pass or Driver’s License is necessary to admit everyone in the household. Replacement passes will cost $5.00 each Non-Resident: Corporations, Business owners and employees are able to obtain daily passes. ***See Fees Below*** NON-RESIDENT DAILY FEES: Children 2–14 years old: $20 Adults 15–64 years old: $25 Adults 65 years old and up: $20

Beach Passes

Residents MUST present their beach membership pass or Driver’s License to the beach attendant, or pay a daily fee during supervised hours. Membership passes are free and available at the Park District office. Memberships are only available to park district residents.

Sailing Classes at the Beach Group Sailing Classes – 4 Week Sessions

Beach – continued

Our sailing program features a safe curriculum for students to follow. Head program instructors are certified USSA dinghy instructors. Safety is our top priority! All necessary equipment will be provided. The class will be conducted Monday–Thursday with make-up classes on Fridays. Although all cancelled classes will be rescheduled, make-up sessions will not be conducted for no-sail days. All participants must provide their own life jacket.

Beginning May 13, the Park District will continue the night beach security patrol to ensure that our 10:00 pm curfew is enforced and that appropriate activities are being supervised.

Beginning students will learn the basics of sailing from how to rig a boat, basic safety on the water, knots and sailing terms. We will get out on Lake Michigan; learn boat handling techniques, tacking, capsizing and recovery. Intermediate students have a solid knowledge of sailing and will polish their previously learned skills and boat handling techniques. A swimming test will be given at the start of each session. Participants must be able to swim 50 feet. All participants will wear life jackets while on the water. Classes will meet regardless of weather and there are no make-up classes. Sailing instructors reserve the right to move students to the appropriate level.

Junior Learn to Sail Beginner/Intermediate SESSION I CODE: 20006 20007 SESSION II 20008 20009 Ages: Days: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

DATE: June 8–July 2 June 8–July 2 July 6–July 30 July 6–July 30

TIME: 9:00 am–12:00 pm 1:00–4:00 pm 9:00 am–12:00 pm 1:00–4:00 pm

9–18 years Monday–Thursday South Shelter, Sunrise Beach 10/18 $515/$535

Evening Learn to Sail for Adults & Families

Beach Patrol

Lifeguards at Sunrise Beach Guards will be on duty to collect fees, check beach passes and check dog beach tags. Please hold onto your receipt for possible spot checks during the day.

Important Regulations 1. Beaches are closed at 10:00 pm. Anyone wishing to use the beach after closing may do so by obtaining a permit at the Park District office. 2. Parking east of Moffett Rd. is prohibited after 9:00 pm. Any planned beach activity beyond the 9:00 pm parking restriction will require a special parking permit that may be obtained at the Park District office. 3. The Village of Lake Bluff police department maintains a regular patrol of the beach and enforces all Park District ordinances. In addition, a security patrol is on duty from 7:00 pm until 1:00 am. The patrol monitors the beach to ensure that our beach facility remains safe and pleasant for the entire community. 4. Swimming is allowed only in the supervised swimming areas as posted at the beach. No guest swimming off dog beach area. Only dogs may swim at dog beach.

Our staff will now offer sailing instruction to adults or families of any ability (family members must be 9 years of age or older to participate). If you are brand new to the sport or looking for more advanced instruction, your lessons will be structured to fit your ability in this semi-private setting. Each student must provide his or her own life jacket. Students may attend any or all four-week sessions. Fridays will be used as rain make-up; make-up will not be offered for low wind days.

5. Beaches will be closed whenever water is considered unsafe by the Health Department or lifeguards. Closures will be indicated with a red flag and posted on the Park District website.

CODE: 20010 20011 Ages: Time: Days: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

7. Children 13 years and under must be accompanied by an individual 16 years or older.

DATES: June 8–July 2 July 6–July 30 9 & up 6:00–8:00 pm Monday–Thursday South Shelter, Sunrise Beach 6 per session $385/$410

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6. Inflatable rafts or similar devices are not allowed unless life preservers are worn and used only in the supervised swimming area.

8. Lake Bluff Park District resident dog owners must complete the Dog Responsibility contract and have a Lake Bluff Park District Beach Dog Tag secured to the dog’s collar. 9. No motorized boat is allowed to be operated within 100 feet of the Beaches.

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Beach Shelter Reservations

Reservations of the Beach Shelters DAYS: Monday–Thursday Friday–Saturday Sunday

HOURS: 8:00 am–10:00 pm 8:00 am–11:00 pm 8:00 am–10:00 pm

Reservation Dates

Reservations • Saturday office hours are 7:00 am–4:00 pm. Monday through Friday office hours are 5:00 am–8:00 pm. • Only one reservation per resident household will be accepted during this time period. • First come, first served. • Shelter use is limited to four hours. • Shelter capacity is 75. • No phone reservations.

About Making Reservations

Beach shelter reservations must be made by residents at least 21 years of age who agree to remain on-site and assume responsibility during the use period. • The Certificate of Insurance must be for a minimum of $1,000,000 Host Liquor Liability with the Lake Bluff Park District added as an additional insured through eventhelper.com. • If reserving either North or South shelter at the beach, you will need to pay the shelter fee. • Staff will sign your approved permit and give you a copy. • Be prepared to present your approved shelter permit to Police or Park Personnel upon request. • If parking east of Moffet Road after 9:00 pm, pick up your parking permits at the office. • First 25 parking passes are free. Each additional pass is $15. • Rentals will not be permitted early access to the shelter for set up purposes. Hosts and guests will only be allowed down at the time of rental and must be off the premises once the rental time has expired.

See page 10 for reservations of Blair Park, Sanctuary and Artesian Park shelters

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Lake Bluff Pool / Beach Registration 355 W. Washington Avenue Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 • Phone 847-234-4150 PLEASE PRINT • YOU MUST FILL OUT FORM COMPLETELY OR PROCESSING WILL BE DELAYED

REGISTER BY APRIL 11 FOR EARLY BIRD RATES Family Last Name_______________________________________________________ Home Phone ___________________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City ____________________________________________________ Zip___________Email Address ___________________________________ Anyone 2 years or older by May 23 MUST get a pass for the pool. Have all members of your household sign up at the same time so the correct fee is applied. Family members must reside in the same household to be eligible for the family rate. Proof of address is required for residents. Check what you are registering for each per person

Resident Pool/Beach

Non-Resident Pool

Member’s First Name

Resident Beach only

Birth Date M/D/Y

Gender M/F

PURCHASED BY APRIL 11

PURCHASED ON OR AFTER APRIL 12

Lake Bluff Pool Fees

Resident

Non-Resident

Resident

Non-Resident

Individual

$130

$205

$155

$230

Family of 2

$190

$270

$205

$300

Family of 3

$230

$320

$245

$360

Family of 4

$270

$370

$285

$420

Family of 5

$310

$420

$325

$480

Each Add’l Family Member

$40

$50

$40

$60

Anyone taking a dog to the Dog Beach must sign the Dog Responsibilities Contract on page 41. Resident Dog Beach Tag is $20. Non-Resident Dog Beach Tag is $350. Only one Beach Pass is necessary to admit everyone in household. Reprinted/lost Beach passes cost $5 each. I, the undersigned, understand that passes must be used by individuals to whom issued and that misuse will be cause for removing pass from use. The undersigned understands that children ten years and under must be accompanied by an individual sixteen years or older to the pool and beach respectively. The undersigned and all above members agree to abide by all rules and restrictions established by the Lake Bluff Park District for all facilities used. I understand there is $5 replacement fee for lost or stolen pool passes and a $5 replacement fee for lost or stolen beach passes or beach dog tags. Refunds allowed only for medical disability or relocation reasons. Verification required. Memberships are not transferable.

Signature of Parent/Adult/Guardian ______________________________________________

Date ______________________________

Would you like to make a donation to Friends of Lake Bluff Parks? Amount of donation $__________________ CVC# ________ Card# ______________________________ Exp. Date ____________ CVC# ________ Total Payment________________________ Signature

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CIRCLE ONE CASH

If you take a dog to the Beach, you must buy a tag and

CHECK CHARGE

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sign the Dog Beach Waiver and Release.

Lake Bluff Pool / Beach Important Information The Lake Bluff Park District is committed to providing safe aquatic facilities and programs and holds the safety of participants in high regard. The Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions that are designed to protect the participants’ safety. However, participants and parents/guardians of minors engaged in aquatic activities must recognize that there is an inherent risk of injury. You are solely responsible for determining if you or your minor child/ward are physically fit and/or adequately skilled for the activities associated with this Pool Pass and/or Beach Pass. It is always advisable, especially if the participant is pregnant, disabled in any way or recently suffered an illness, injury or impairment, to consult a physician before undertaking any physical/aquatic activity. Please understand and recognize that lifeguards are not responsible for providing supervision or assessing your swimming skills or that of your minor child; rather, lifeguards are responsible for enforcing safety rules and responding to emergencies. Adult pool pass holders and parents of minor pool pass holders are solely responsible for supervision of any and all activities contemplated by this agreement. Additionally, children 10 years of age and younger must be supervised at all times by a responsible person, 16 years of age or older. NEVER LEAVE ANY CHILD WITH POOR SWIMMING SKILLS OR 10 YEARS OF AGE AND YOUNGER UNACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR RESPONSIBLE PERSON, 16 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.

WARNING OF RISK Swimming and other aquatic activities challenge and engage the physical, mental and emotional resources of each participant. However, despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury, including but not limited to drowning, head/brain injury, and spinal cord injury. Understandably, not all hazards and dangers can be foreseen. The very nature of swimming and aquatic activities are hazardous and risky, including but not limited to fatigue and overexertion, poor swimming skills, failing to avoid dangerous areas, failing to follow rules and regulations, failure of lifeguards to locate victims and/or delay in emergency response time, horseplay, diving or cannonballing into shallow water and striking the bottom or side of the pool or waterslide or bottom of lake, inadequate supervision or instruction, lack of conditioning, becoming disoriented, striking other swimmers, striking one’s head on the bottom, slip and falls on the deck or within the locker facility or beach area, chemical exposure and all other circumstances inherent to aquatic activities. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the Park District to guarantee absolute safety. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT Please read this form carefully and be aware that in consideration for this Pool Pass and/or Beach Pass, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with use of the Park District aquatic facilities and programs. I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain inherent risks of physical injury to patrons of aquatic facilities, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities and programs connected with or associated with this Pool Pass and/or Beach Pass. I further recognize and agree that lifeguards and other aquatic staff are not responsible for supervising my activities or the activities of my minor child(ren) and I agree that I am solely responsible for supervising my minor children and/or assessing whether my children are physically fit and/or adequately skilled for aquatic activities. I additionally agree to supervise any children ages 10 and under at all times. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I, or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of use of the Park District’s aquatic facilities, beach facilities and programs against the Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees (hereinafter collectively referred as “District”). I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the District from any and all claims for injuries, damages or loss that my minor child/ward or I may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with use of the Park District’s aquatic facilities, beach facilities and programs. I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all claims. If registering on-line or via fax, my on-line or facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature. PRINT Participant’s Name __________________________________ Date ______________________________________________________

Participant’s Signature __________________________________ (18 years or older or Parent/Guardian)

PARTICIPATION WILL BE DENIED If the signature of adult participant or parent/guardian and date are not on this waiver.

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Resident Dog Beach Tag Resident Dog Beach Tag: $20 Waiver & Release – PROOF OF DOG VACCINATION REQUIRED IMPORTANT INFORMATION

You are solely responsible for supervising your dog and determining whether or not this is an appropriate activity to participate in. You must understand that you are participating in this activity at your own risk (and risk of your dog). You are solely responsible for determining if you and/or your dog are physical fit and/or adequately skilled to use this facility. It is always advisable, especially if the owner/handler or dog is pregnant, disabled in any way or recently suffered an illness, injury or impairment, to consult a physician or veterinarian before undertaking any physical activity. When this Waiver & Release refers to “your dog”, “my dog”, or the “owner” of a dog, it includes you whether or not you are the legal owner of the dog, since you are the person responsible for the dog while using this facility.

WARNING OF RISK

Dog activities are intended to provide a fun and rewarding experience for a dog and his owner/handler. However, despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury, including death to the dog, its owner/handler or other persons or animals. Understandably, not all hazards and dangers associated with animal activities can be foreseen. Certain inherent risks include the propensity of any dog to behave in dangerous ways that may result in injury to the owner/handler or other patron or dog. Certain risks include, but are not limited to the negligence or irresponsibility of another dog owner/handler; the inability to predict a dog’s reaction to sound, movements, objects, persons, or other animals; and actions by the dog due to fright, anger, stress, insect bites, or natural reactions such as jumping, pulling, resisting and biting. Other risks include the hazards associated with environmental and traffic conditions, acts of God, inclement weather, slipping, falling, premises defects, equipment failure, failure in instruction/supervision, and all other circumstances inherent to animal and outdoor activities. Should you attempt to break up a fight between dogs, you may be attacked and severely mauled by the other dog or attacked by the other handler/owner. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the Lake Bluff Park District to guarantee absolute safety. It is not the responsibility of the Park District employees to rescue or administer first aid to your dog.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

Please read this form carefully and be aware that in consideration for permission to use this facility/park, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your dog might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with use of this facility or surrounding area. I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to the dog and its handler/owner in association with participating in animal activities, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that I might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with use of this facility or surrounding area. I do hereby agree to waive, relinquish, release and forever discharge the Lake Bluff Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees (hereafter collectively “District”) from any and all claims for injuries, damages or loss that I may have or which may accrue to me and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with this use of this facility or surrounding area. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the District from and against any and all losses, claims, damages, liabilities, cause of actions, and expenses (including but not limited to court costs and attorney fees), on account of personal injuries or death to any person or dog, or damages to property occurring, growing out of, incident to, or resulting directly or indirectly from my use of this facility or surrounding area. I have read and fully understand the Dog Responsibilities Contract and the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all claims. If registering on-line or via fax, your on-line or facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature. PRINT Participant’s Name ______________________________________________________________ Participant’s Signature ______________________________________ Circle one

CASH

CHECK

Date____________________

CHARGE

Total Payment ________________

Assistance as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act can be made available to participants. Check box for processing if applicable.

Signature ____________________

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Card# ______________________ Exp. Date ________ CVC#________

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Mail this form with your payment in full to:

Lake Bluff Park District Registration 355 W. Washington Ave. Lake Bluff, IL 60044

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Residents taking their dog(s) to the beach must complete this Dog Responsibilities Contract and return it to the Park District for a Lake Bluff Park District beach dog tag for each dog. Each tag requires proof of current vaccination to obtain tag. If you do not take a dog to the beach, you don’t need to complete this side of the registration form. Dog regulations enforced May 23 through Labor Day during the following hours: Weekdays: 9:00 am–10:00 pm Weekends/Holidays: 9:00 am–10:00 pm You must sign the Dog Beach Waiver and Release to receive a Beach Dog Tag. 1. Resident Dog Beach Tag is $20. 2. Dogs will not be allowed to go to the beach, unless upon request of a Park District employee, the owner presents a beach season membership pass and each dog has a Lake Bluff Park District beach dog tag attached to the dog’s collar. 3. All dogs must be on a six (6') foot or shorter leash at all times while going to or from the beach. 4. Dogs may be allowed off the leash only within the designated “dog friendly beach” located at the Northernmost beach cell of Sunrise Beach. 5. Dog owners must pick-up their dog’s waste in all areas of the beach and dispose of it in garbage containers. 6. Dogs that exhibit aggressive behavior will lose access privilege to the beach area. 7. Failure of dog owners to follow any and all rules, including keeping the beach area clean, may result in loss of privileges for all dog owners. 8. Violation of the above rules will result in a $25 fine and removal from the beach. Accumulation of more than three (3) fines will result in revoking dog beach access privileges for one (1) year. 9. Non-Resident dog beach membership pass cost is $350. 10. Service dogs: Service dogs are required to have a dog tag. A complementary dog tag will be issued to service dogs. Each tag requires proof of vaccination as well as proof of service dog designation.

Youth Recreation ‘COOL’-inary Cooking Club Camp Walkover Included*

Your kids will have a blast cooking up and devouring our exciting, tasty, and healthy recipes. Our interactive classes incorporate S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, geography and more, are led by our experienced Chef Instructors. Allergies are always accommodated and recipes are always nut-free. Explore our lineup of ever-changing weekly recipes below and join us to WHIP up some culinary fun all year! Our cooking classes are perfect for all ages! • ALL ALLERGIES ARE ACCOMMODATED and our recipes are always NUT FREE • Cook up some fun with us all year- you'll never repeat a recipe. We have ALL NEW recipes planned throughout the school year! Please note that recipes are subject to change–based on our creative whim! *To arrange for your child to walk from their LB Summer Camp program to this class, please contact Ben White at bwhite@lbpd.org. CODE: 19927 19928

DAY: Mondays Mondays

Age: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

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DATE: June 15–July 6 (4 wks) July 13–August 3 (4 wks)

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TIME: 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm

FEE: $136/$141 $136/$141

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Chess Wizards Camp Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer 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! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your summer vacation with Chess Wizards! Each child will receive the following: • A Trophy • Chess Wizards T-shirt • Chess Wizards Folder • Chess Puzzle Workbook CODE: 19929 Age: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DAYS: Monday–Friday

DATES: August 10–14

TIME: 9:00 am–12:00 pm

FEE: $310/$315

TIME: 1:00–4:00 pm

FEE: $220/$225

5–12 Community Room Chess Wizards 14/50

STEM Exploration with LEGOs NE

Master your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. CODE: 20001 Age: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DAYS: Monday–Friday

DATES: August 10–14

7–12 Community Room PlayWell Staff 10/24

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K-Pop Anime Manga Drawing Get ready to draw your heart out! Our K-Pop Anime Drawing Workshop is bursting with creative star power. Kids will spend time learning how to draw anime characters in a K-Pop style including specialty eyes, stylish outfits and stage-ready poses. K-Pop artists will use color pencils, Sharpies, and markers to bring every detail to life on large 11x17 poster-sized paper. It’s K-Pop energy meets anime artistry, a perfect mix of art and imagination inspired by one of the most talked-about movies of 2025! Join the trend. Draw the vibe. Enroll Now! CODE: 19930

DAY: Wednesdays

DATE: June 10–24

Age: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

6–12 Community Room 5/20 Young Rembrandts Instructors

TIME: 3:00–5:00 pm

FEE: $180/$185

Scales & Sparks: Dragon Drawing Workshop Get ready for three legendary weeks of creativity! In our Dragon Workshop, young artists will spend drawing bold, poster-sized dragons in every shape and personality. Using color pencils, Sharpies, markers and pastels; kids will explore shading, texture, dramatic color effects, and all the details that make dragons come to life. It’s imagination, adventure, and epic artwork your artist will be proud to show off. Five dragons. Five masterpieces. Enroll Now! CODE: 19931

DAY: Wednesdays

DATE: July 8–22

Age: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

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TIME: 3:00–5:00 pm

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Glitzy Girlz: Summer Neon Dance Glam Come join Glitzy Girlz (www.glitzygirlz.com) for a night of Summer fun with NEON! Our staff will be wrapping hair in a Neon Summer Bandana, neon make-up and neon nail polish application. They will decorate a neon drawstring summer bag as well as designing a fun beaded anklet with a summer charm. Our class ends with dancing to neon lights and fun pop music. A cool Neon backdrop and summer props will be in room for some great pics. Each participant will leave with a summer themed glam bag of goodies! This is a drop-off class. Younger ages must be able to participate independent from an adult or guardian*. CODE: 19932 Age: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

DATE: Wednesday, June 24

TIME: 6:00–7:15 pm

FEE: $38/$42

4–10 years* Community Room 6/40 Glitzy Girlz

Glitzy Girlz: End of Summer Luau Glam Night Come join Glitzy Girlz staff (www.glitzygirlz.com) and head to Hawaii before school starts! Our staff will be glamming up the girls with hair flower, make-up sparkle and pretty nail polish application complete with flower nail stickers. They will decorate a craft with paints, stencils and flower embellishments/ jewels. They will also design a fun beaded bracelet with Hawaiian charms. Each participant will receive a take home outfit of a flower lei and a flowered hawaiian skirt for photos at our Palm Tree Backdrop and props. The class ends with Maraca Freeze Dance and Limbo line! Come vacay with friends! This is a drop-off class. Younger ages must be able to participate independent from an adult or guardian*. CODE: 19933 Age: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

DATE: Wednesday, August 12

TIME: 6:00–7:15 pm

FEE: $38/$42

4–10 years* Community Room 6/40 Glitzy Girlz

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Youth Athletics Chicago Union Ultimate Disc Camp Kids learn ultimate frisbee with the Chicago Union, Chicago’s professional team. The camp teaches throwing, catching, movement, and teamwork through engaging activities similar to soccer and football drills. Designed for all skill levels, participants also receive Union gear and home game tickets to experience a real pro team in their community! CODE: 19894 19895 Days: Age: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DATES: June 15–19 July 13–17

TIMES: 3:15–5:45 pm 3:15–5:45 pm

FEE: $130/$158 $130/$158

Monday-Friday 7-14 Blair Park Chicago Union Ultimate Disc 8/50

Archery for ALL Ever wanted to learn how to shoot a bow & arrow? This introductory class will focus on the fundamentals of archery, use of equipment, stance and shooting techniques, safety rules and scoring. Archery is a unique and exciting sport that teaches patience, accuracy, control and a fun sense of camaraderie. Class levels are flexible and we encourage archers to register for the time that works for them. Please contact us at bwhite@lbpd.org if you have a younger archer that is more advanced. CODE: 19896 19897 19898 19899 19900 19901

LEVEL: Beginners Family Adult Beginners Family Adult

Days: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

Wednesday Artesian Field House John Bloom 4/10

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AGES: 8+ 8+ 14+ 8+ 8+ 14+

DATES: June 10–July 1 June 10–July 1 June 10–July 1 July 8–29 July 8–29 July 8–29

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TIMES: 3:30–4:30 pm 4:30–5:30 pm 5:30–6:30 pm 3:30–4:30 pm 4:30–5:30 pm 5:30–6:30 pm

FEE: $100/$125 $100/$125 $100/$125 $100/$125 $100/$125 $100/$125

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5 Star Soccer Every child should experience the world’s most popular game in a way that will put the “fun” in fundamental. All the necessary skills will be covered that will enhance their confidence and prepare them for future play. Dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork will be priorities during every class. Shin guards are optional. 5 Star Sports’s mission is to provide quality sports instruction for all ages starting with beginners to the seasoned pros. Our quality programs provide a fun and safe environment assuring that every child who takes one of our classes not only becomes a better athlete but also has the confidence and love of the game that will last a lifetime. CODE: 19902 19903 19904 19905 19906 19907 Days: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

AGES: 3–5 6–9 3–5 6–9 3–5 6–9

DATES: April 25–May 30 April 25–May 30 June 6–July 11 June 6–July 11 July 18–August 15 July 18–August 15

NO CLASS:

July 4 July 4

TIME: 10:00–10:45 am 11:00–11:45 am 10:00–10:45 am 11:00–11:45 am 10:00–10:45 am 11:00–11:45 am

FEE: $90/$100 $90/$100 $76/$86 $76/$86 $76/$86 $76/$86

Saturdays Blair Park/Recreation Center 5 Star Sports 6/16

5 Star Baseball/T-Ball Pick up a bat, put on a glove and get out to the baseball diamond with 5 Star Sports! Our T-Ball classes teach the fundamentals in a fun and interactive way. In this program, your little one will learn to hit, throw, field and run the bases like a pro! Bats are provided, so we only ask that you bring your own glove. Our coaches engage the kids and work to make sure every participant is involved and learning. 5 Star Sports’s mission is to provide quality sports instruction for all ages starting with beginners to the seasoned pros. Our quality programs provide a fun and safe environment assuring that every child who takes one of our classes not only becomes a better athlete but also has the confidence and love of the game that will last a lifetime. CODE: 19908 19909 19910 19911

AGES: 3–5 (T-Ball) 6–9 (Baseball) 3–5 (T-Ball) 6–9 (Baseball)

DATES: June 4–July 2 June 4–July 2 July 16–August 13 July 16–August 13

Days: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

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5 Star Beginners Basketball Junior size basketballs and age-appropriate hoops make this program the perfect introductory class for kids looking to play the game of basketball. By practicing simple drills, the instructor will help kids become familiar with passing, dribbling and shooting. Team play, sportsmanship and fun will be stressed. Play basketball the fun and exciting way, the 5 Star Sports way! 5 Star Sports’s mission is to provide quality sports instruction for all ages starting with beginners to the seasoned pros. Our quality programs provide a fun and safe environment assuring that every child who takes one of our classes not only becomes a better athlete but also has the confidence and love of the game that will last a lifetime. CODE: 19912 19913 19914 19915 19916 19917

AGES: 4–6 7–10 4–6 7–10 4–6 7–10

DATES: April 23–May 28 April 23–May 28 June 4–July 2 June 4–July 2 July 16–August 13 July 16–August 13

Days: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

Thursdays Blair Park/Recreation Center 5 Star Sports 6/16

TIME: 5:00–5:45 pm 6:00–6:45 pm 5:00–5:45 pm 6:00–6:45 pm 5:00–5:45 pm 6:00–6:45 pm

FEE: $90/$100 $90/$100 $76/$86 $76/$86 $76/$86 $76/$86

5 Star Gladiator Basketball Gladiator Basketball is a rapidly growing AAU team that works with each player to bring out confidence, develop skills and keep the game fun! If you’re looking to develop your game to take it to the next level, this is the program for you. Please bring a basketball and a water bottle. 5 Star Sports’s mission is to provide quality sports instruction for all ages starting with beginners to the seasoned pros. Our quality programs provide a fun and safe environment assuring that every child who takes one of our classes not only becomes a better athlete but also has the confidence and love of the game that will last a lifetime. CODE: 19918 19919 19920

DATES: April 23–May 28 June 4–July 2 July 16–August 13

Days: Ages: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

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TIME: 6:45–7:45 pm 6:45–7:45 pm 6:45–7:45 pm

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Ultimate Ninjas: Beginner Obstacles The Beginner Ninja class will focus on tackling the obstacles we have all seen on NBC’s American Ninja Warrior! Ninjas are not required to have any prior experience with obstacles. They learn how to approach new challenges safely while having fun and exploring movements. Instructors set goals and challenges for students which help them gradually develop solid fundamental skills. Close-toe tennis shoes are required along with athletic apparel. Water bottle recommended for hydration breaks.

CODE: 19921 19922 19923 Days: Ages: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DATES: May 24–July 5 July 12–August 16 August 23–September 27

NO CLASS: May 31

TIME: 9:00–9:50 am 9:00–9:50 am 9:00–9:50 am

FEE: $192/$202 $192/$202 $192/$202

Sundays 5-10 (separately grouped, ages 5-7 & 8-10) Ultimate Ninjas Libertyville (732 E. Park Ave.) UNL Coaches 1/6

Ultimate Ninjas: Lil’ Ninjas Preschool Ninja Classes will focus on developing coordination and strength through skills such as balancing, hanging, jumping, climbing, and running, while instilling self-confidence and teamwork in a safe and positive environment. Close-toe tennis shoes are required along with athletic apparel. Water bottle recommended for hydration breaks. CODE: 19924 19925 19926 Days: Ages: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DATES: May 24–July 5 July 12–August 16 August 23–September 27

NO CLASS: TIMES: 9:00–9:45 am May 31 9:00–9:45 am 9:00–9:45 am

FEE: $145/$155 $145/$155 $145/$155

Sundays 3-5 Ultimate Ninjas Libertyville (732 E. Park Ave.) UNL Coaches 1/6

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Lake Bluff Park District Gymnastics / Tumbling Baby Gym Your toddler will be delighted in this gymnastics class with Mom, Dad, or caregiver. This class will work on good developmental skills for reaching milestones. In this class, we will work on 12 to 24 month old skills through active playtime, singing songs with hands on tools, stretches walking, swinging, and balancing, and climbing. CODE: 19863 19864 19865

DAYS: Monday Friday Saturday

DATES: June 8–August 10 June 12–August 14 June 13–August 15

Ages: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

1–2 Gymnastics Room Miss Brittany 4/8

NO CLASS:

7/4

No Refunds after the first day of classes.

TIMES: 5:45–6:15 pm 10:00–10:30 am 8:00–8:30 am

FEE: $185/$195 $185/$195 $167/$177

Toddler Gymnastics Your toddler will be delighted in this gymnastics class. This class will work on good developmental skills for reaching milestones. In this class, we will work on skills through active playtime, singing songs with movement, climbing over and under objects, somersault, making bridges, doing crab walks, jumping, and swinging. CODE: 19866 19867 19868 Ages: Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

DAYS: Monday Friday Saturday

AGES: 2-3 3-5

DATES: June 8–August 10 June 12–August 14 June 13–August 15

NO CLASS:

7/4

TIMES: 5:00–5:45 pm 10:30–11:00 am 8:30–9:00 am

FEE: $185/$195 $185/$195 $167/$177

2.5–5 Gymnastics Room Miss Brittany 4/8

The Gymnastics Room

The Gymnastics Room is located inside the gym and is completely padded for safety. We have unique equipment including hanging rings, monkey bars, trapeze, a climbing rope and ladder, as well as traditional beam, bar, tumbling mats, and mini trampoline. Questions? Email Brittany Goodrich at bgoodrich@lbpd.org.

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Lake Bluff Park District Gymnastics / Tumbling continued Youth Gymnastics Your child will be delighted in this gymnastics class learning to do somersaults—frontward and backwards, work on backbends, handstands, cartwheels, back walkovers, and front walkovers. This class will also incorporate building upper and lower body strength to help master tumbling skills. CODE: 19869 19870 19871 19872

DAYS: Monday Monday Monday Saturday

AGES: 5–8 9–11 9–14 5–8

Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

Gymnastics Room Miss Brittany 4/15

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PROGRAM: Petite Tumble Junior Tumble Advanced Tumble Petite Tumble

DATES: June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 13–August 15

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NO CLASS:

7/4

TIMES: 3:30–4:15 pm 4:15–5:00 pm 6:30–7:30 pm 9:45–10:30 am

FEE: $195/$205 $195/$205 $195/$205 $176/$186

Lake Bluff School of Dance Dance Director contact: Brittany Goodrich bgoodrich@lbpd.org 847-457-7340

About Our Program Welcome to Lake Bluff School of Dance where our focus as a park district family is to provide high-quality dance instruction in a fun and inspiring atmosphere. Our dance program offers a variety of dance classes for all ages to enjoy. We take pride as a community in proper technique while building and developing a student’s confidence, selfimage and self-awareness. Whether students are beginning their career as a dancer or simply looking to enrich their lives through the beautiful motion of dance, Lake Bluff School of Dance will help all dancers meet their goals to their fullest potential. Our Program is a full year commitment offered in three semesters.

Dance Attire

Details Fees: Payment is due at the time of registration for each semester. There will be no payment plans allowed for regular dance classes except competition team classes. Note that if a class doesn’t have a minimum of four students, it will be combined with another class or cancelled. Safety & Security: Students should not be left unsupervised for long periods of time before or after class. Location: Dance Studio I or Dance Studio II (Located at the Recreation Center) Attendance: Students are expected to be ON TIME for their class with their DANCE ATTIRE and hair up. If a child is not in dress code, the teacher has the right to ask the child to sit the entire class. Students in Competition and Company classes are not allowed to miss more than five classes for the entire Semester I/Semester II year. All classes the week of competition are mandatory. If a student misses more than five classes, the teacher has the right to remove that student from company/ competition. Commitment is necessary in order to run these kinds of programs effectively. Thanks for your understanding! Refunds: No dance refunds will be issued after first day of classes. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, a full refund will be issued.

Lake Forest Residents The Park District recognizes Lake Forest citizens receive resident rates for Fitness, Paddle, Golf Club and Dance Classes. This policy includes all daily fees, memberships and class fees in these areas.

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Ballet & Lyrical are to come with their hair in a bun, solid color leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes. Demi-Pointe/Pointe classes are to come in solid color leotard, pink tights, Demi-pointe shoes. Hair in a bun. Jazz are to come with their hair up, solid color leotard, black shorts and tan Bloch super jazz shoes. Tap classes are to come with their hair up, solid color leotard, black shorts, and tan Bloch tap shoes. Hip Hop are to come with their hair up, solid color leotard, black shorts and gym shoes. Boys may wear comfortable clothing. Poms/Jumps, Leaps & Turns classes are to come with their hair up, black leotard, black shorts and tan Bloch super jazz shoes. Competition classes are to come in black leotard, black shorts and tan Bloch Super jazz shoes. Hair in a bun. Pre Ballet/Tap are to come in pink or black leotard, hair in a bun, pink tights, pink ballet shoes and tap shoes for the Pre Ballet/Tap class. Register online at www.lakebluffparks.org

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Class Descriptions Pre-Ballet (Beginner– Pre-School) and Dance Medley

In these levels children will develop poise and musicality in a fun and creative environment. The instructor will introduce children to a creative yet disciplined classroom structure that challenges their curious minds while introducing age-appropriate dance material. The students will express themselves physically through exercises intended to increase their coordination, strength, flexibility and their awareness of spatial concepts while beginning their understanding of classical ballet. The strong emphasis on musicality and rhythmic timing will increase their ability to listen to and dance with the music.

Ballet, Demi-Pointe and Pointe

These levels more formally offer children a challenging and disciplined classroom structure that is appropriately geared to their growing emotional and physical maturity. The students will build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary and develop proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They will develop a coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. As they progress through the levels, the difficulty and sophistication of the

classwork will increase accordingly. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology and general stage and theater craft.

technique, producing clear tap sounds and having fun. As students’ progress through each level curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate.

Jazz

Pre-Hip-Hop

Jazz class will focus on learning proper dance technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing complex rhythms and patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz such as Broadway, Street and Contemporary to help develop a well-rounded dancer. Class curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, isolations, jumps, leaps, turns, and across-the-floor progressions and combinations. As students progress through each level curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate.

Tap

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Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.

Jumps, Leaps, and Turns

In this class, you will be learning the proper technique, alignment and execution of the most popular turns, leaps and jumps; fouette turns, turns a la seconde, pirouettes, chaine and pique turns, grand jetes, center leaps, surprise leaps, turning leaps, barrel leaps, Russian jumps, attitude jumps, ring jumps and much more. This class is great for those that are interested in doing Poms in grade school and in high school. Register online at www.lakebluffparks.org

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Summer 2026 Classes Learn to dance and hone your skills this summer at the Lake Bluff School of Dance! Our teachers will work with your dancer to build skills and confidence. Classes will perform at our Summer Showcase on Sunday, August 9th. This show will be inside NEW the Recreation Center Gym starting at 1:00 pm. This Showcase is free to all families to attend. For more details, please contact Miss Brittany at bgoodrich@lbpd.org.

No Refunds after the first day of classes. Dance Classes with Miss Kathy CODE: 19839 19840 19841 19842 19843 19844 19845 19847 19848 19849 19850

CLASS: Petite Ballet/Jazz/Tap Pre-Jazz/Hip-Hop Pre-Ballet Petite Ballet Junior Ballet Teen Ballet Baby Ballet with Parent Baby Ballet* Petite Ballet Petite Jazz/Tap Competition Ballet Technique

DATES: June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 8–August 10 June 12–August 14 June 12–August 14 June 13–August 15** June 13–August 15** June 13–August 15**

DAY: Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday Friday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday

TIME: 3:00–3:50 pm 3:50–4:40 pm 4:45–5:30 pm 5:30–6:15 pm 6:15–7:00 pm 7:00–7:50 pm 10:00–10:30 am 10:30–11:00 am 9:00–9:45 am 9:45–10:30 am 10:30–11:30 am

AGE: 5–8 5–8 2–4 5–8 9–11 12–14 1–2 2–3 5–8 5–8 9–14

STUDIO: I II II II II II II II I I I

FEE: $235/$245 $235/$245 $215/$225 $235/$245 $235/$245 $235/$245 $215/$225 $215/$225 $216/$226 $216/$226 $216/$226

TIME: 5:00–5:45 pm 5:45–6:30 pm 6:30–7:20 pm 7:20–8:10 pm 5:00–5:45 pm 5:45–6:30 pm 5:00–5:50 pm 5:50–6:40 pm 9:00–9:45 am 10:00–10:30 am

AGE: 5–9 2–5 12–14 12–14 2–5 2–5 9–11 9–11 2–5 1–2

STUDIO: II II II II II II II II II II

FEE: $235/$245 $215/$225 $235/$245 $235/$245 $215/$225 $215/$225 $235/$245 $235/$245 $197/$207 $197/$207

TIME: 6:00–6:50 pm 6:50–7:40 pm

AGE: 6–10 11–14

STUDIO: I II

FEE: $215/$225 $215/$225

*Parent/caregiver involvement optional ** No class July 4

Dance Classes with Miss Brittany & Miss Laura CODE: 19851 19852 19853 19854 19855 19856 19857 19858 19859 19860

CLASS: Petite Poms Pre-Ballet Teen Jazz Teen JLT Pre-Jazz/Hip-Hop Pre-Ballet/Tumble Junior Jazz Junior JLT/Lyrical Pre-Ballet Baby Ballet with Parent

DATES: June 9–August 11 June 9–August 11 June 9–August 11 June 9–August 11 June 10–August 12 June 10–August 12 June 11–August 13 June 11–August 13 June 13–August 15** June 13–August 15**

DAY: Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Saturday Saturday

** No class July 4

Dance Classes with Miss Halie & Miss Sienna CODE: 19861 19862

CLASS: Petite/Junior Poms Teen Poms

DATES: June 10–August 12 June 10–August 12

DAY: Wednesday Wednesday

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Lake Bluff School of Dance Summer Dance Fees CLASS LEVEL Baby & Pre-School Petite, Junior, Teen

CLASS FEE $18.54 per class $19.54 per class

COSTUME FEE $30 per student $40 per student

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New Summer Showcase!

Sunday, August 9 NEW at 1:00 pm Lake Bluff Park District Gym

Household Family Discount for Multiple Dance Classes Discounts can ONLY be applied at the Lake Bluff Guest Services Counter and NOT Online. Prorated classes cannot be combined with Dance Discounts. Most expensive program counts as the first class for discounts. Dance Discounts can be applied for siblings. Please contact us at bgoodrich@lbpd.org to request your program discount. 1 CLASS 2 CLASSES 3 CLASSES 4+ CLASSES No Discount 5% discount 10% discount 15% discount

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Spring Junior Tennis Spring Junior Tennis Kids will learn the rules, techniques, and fun Tennis skills. Please bring a Tennis racquet, the Park District will supply a racquet as a lender when needed. This class will continue to offer the FREE walk-over from the Lake Bluff Elementary school to Blair courts for the 3:00 pm session. CODE: 19631 19632 19633 19634 19635 19636 19637 19638 19639 19640

AGE/GRADE: 4–5 yrs 4–5 yrs K–2 K–2 K–2 K–2 3–5 3–5 3–5 6–8

LEVEL: Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Pre–Teen Pre–Teen Pre–Teen Teen

Location: Rain Days: Min/Max: No Class:

Blair Park Courts Class held in the Gym 6/12 May 25 (Memorial Day)

DAY: Tuesday Thursday Monday Monday Wednesday Friday Tuesday Thursday Friday Wednesday

DATES: April 14–May 26 (7 wks) April 16–May 28 (7 wks) April 13–May 18 (6 wks) April 13–May 18 (6 wks) April 15–May 27 (7 wks) April 17–May 29 (7 wks) April 14–May 26 (7 wks) April 16–May 28 (7 wks) April 17–May 29 (7 wks) April 15–May 27 (7 wks)

TIME: 4:00–4:45 pm 4:00–4:45 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm

FEE: $160 $160 $175 $175 $200 $200 $200 $200 $200 $200

There will be a FREE walk–over program for all LBES Students from the school to Blair courts. (3:00 pm classes only. Walk–over will not run during any early dismissal days.)

Spring Junior Tennis Levels Tiny Tots (Ages 4–5): This class introduces tennis skills through games, coordination drills and floor tennis using the hands or racquet, depending on the player’s skills. Junior Ralliers (Grades K–2): Development of coordination and tennis skills at this level are emphasized. This class introduces correct stroke techniques in a funfilled environment with games and scoring. The main objective by the end of the season will be to rally with low-compression balls.

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Pre-Teen (Grades 3–5): The main objectives of this class are stroke mechanics, footwork and by the end of the season, being able to rally and play points with regulation tennis balls. Also covered is an introduction to tactical patterns and tennis etiquette. Teens (Grades 6–8): These lessons are for teens with a focus on development of basic strokes, feed and play situations, drills, tennis etiquette and supervised play.

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Summer Junior Tennis Summer Junior Tennis CODE: 19813 19814 19815 19816 19817 19818 Location: Rain Date: Min/Max:

AGE/GRADE: 4–5 yrs 4–5 yrs K-2nd K-2nd 3rd-5th 3rd-5th

LEVEL: Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Pre-Teen Pre-Teen

DAY: Tuesday Thursday Monday Monday Tuesday Thursday

DATES: June 9–August 4 June 11–August 6 June 8–August 3 June 8–August 3 June 9–August 4 June 11–August 6

TIME: 4:30–5:15 pm 4:30–5:15 pm 3:30–4:30 pm 4:30–5:30 pm 3:30–4:30 pm 3:30–4:30 pm

FEE: $200 $200 $255 $255 $255 $255

Blair Park Tennis Courts Class held in GYM 6/16

Junior Tennis Levels Tiny Tots (Ages 4–5): This class provides an introduction to tennis skills through games, coordination drills and floor tennis using the hands or racquet, depending on the player’s skills.

Junior Ralliers (Grades K–2): Development of coordination and tennis skills at this level are emphasized. This class introduces correct stroke techniques in a fun-filled environment with games and scoring. The main objective by the end of the season will be to rally with lowcompression balls.

When registering, please provide your current email address for real-time notification of class cancellations due to inclement weather.

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Racquet Sports: Womens’ Tennis

Intro to Tennis Learn all the basics of tennis in a fun and dynamic way. Court positioning, stroke technique, communication, scoring and rules of the game are taught in this program that is designed for beginners. Sign-up for both to gain the skills and confidence needed for competitive play! CODE: 19819 Age: Location: Min/Max:

LEVEL: Beginner

DAY: Thursday

DATES: June 4–July 23

TIME: 10:30-11:30 am

FEE: $205

21 years & up Artesian Park Courts 4/16

Tennis for Women (8 weeks) CODE: DAY: DATES: TIME: FEE: LEVEL: 19820 Intermediate (3.5) Wednesday June 3–July 22 6:00–7:30 pm $305 19821 Adv. Beginner Monday June 1–July 20 6:00-7:30 pm $305 Age: Location: Min/Max:

21 years & up Artesian Park Courts 4/16

Women’s Team Tennis: Lakeshore “B” Team

This league is for intermediate players who want to play competitive tennis against teams from other clubs. Drills are on Thursday mornings and weekly matches are on Monday mornings. Home matches will be played at Artesian Park and away matches will be determined by the Lakeshore league. Please register for both the Team Drill and Match play. *Pro- approval or USTA rating of 3.5 or higher required for the tennis team. Must sign up for Lakeshore match play as well.

Team Drill CODE: Ages: Day: Dates: Time: Location: Fee: No Class:

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19822 21 years & up Thursday May 14–July 25 9:00–10:30 am Artesian Park $350 Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day) 19823 21 years & up Monday June 1–July 20 10:00 am–12:00 pm $30 League/Ball fee

Pickleball Lake Bluff offers Pickleball year-round! With outdoor courts located at Artesian Park and 3 lined indoor courts, join us and learn all about the fastest growing sport in the country! This sport is fun for all ages. We offer intro to pickleball, drills for all levels, structured game play, tournaments, leagues, and open play. Keep an eye on our website for the latest update. www.lakebluffparks.org/pickleball

Pickleball Annual Membership $100 for residents, $125 non-residents. (Membership is NOT required.) Membership includes:  Access to reserve an outdoor PB court 90 minutes up to 4x per week (courts that PB programming is not using)  Covers any drop-in fees for indoor open play access to the Paddle Hut (on the non-paddle months)  Rent the Paddle Hut (same rate as paddle membership discount)

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Platform Tennis HOURS Open 7 days a week Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sunday–Thursday: 8:00 am–9:30 pm* *10:15 pm on league nights

Memberships

Dear Lake Bluff Paddle Enthusiast: Welcome to the 2025–2026 Paddle Season at the Lake Bluff Paddle Club. This year we will have 10 women’s teams and 14 men’s teams for every level player, from beginner to advanced. The leagues compete with clubs all over the North Shore and we are looking for new players to continue the growth of our club! In addition to the leagues, we offer COED and beginner classes for those looking to learn the sport. We offer all types of lessons at the Lake Bluff Paddle Club: private, semi-private, three-on-one, four-on-one, clinics, and paddle camps. No matter your ability or whether you are looking for competitive or social paddle, we will find a place for you in our club to enjoy your season!

Memberships are available for Men & Women, residents, and non-residents, and run from September 1 through August 31. We offer Individual Memberships that feature league play, October through March, at all skill levels. There are weekly team drills for an additional fee. The Individual Membership also includes use of the courts 7 days a week. Social/Limited Individual Memberships allow play when courts are available. Seniors pay a reduced fee. Non-members may sign-up for specific programs offered throughout the season. All are welcome! 2025–2026 PADDLE MEMBERSHIPS: Membership runs September 1 to August 31 and Lake Forest residents qualify for the resident rate. MEMBER RESIDENT NONTYPE (LB/LF) RESIDENT Men/Ladies night $1,190 $1,330 Ladies daytime $1,290 $1,430 Senior (62+) Men/Ladies night $1,110 $1,210 Ladies daytime $1,210 $1,310 Social $300 $330 Youth $150 Rates may vary. Members of League Series Teams must purchase an Individual Membership listed above. All individual memberships include drills, membership fee, capital assessment, and ball and league fee. Members pay no court fees.

Court Rentals

Courts rentals are based on 1.5 hours of court time. The resident fee applies to both Lake Bluff and Lake Forest residents who show proof of residency. Members receive free court rentals. RESIDENT: NON-RESIDENT:

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$35 $45

About Our Racquet Pros Rich Rosenberg

Racquet Sports Professional

Rich Rosenberg coruns the Lake Bluff Park District platform tennis program. Prior to that, Rich competed regularly in both the national ranked platform tennis association sanctioned tournament and the Charities tournament. For the last 30 years, Rich acted as the professional racquet sports instructor at Wilmette and Winnetka park districts, as well as at Tennequa, Valley Lo and The Five Seasons country clubs: where he directed and ran drills for series teams, taught group/private lessons and ran camps and special events for adults and juniors. This past summer, Rich taught tennis lessons at the old Willow Tennis Club. As a certified professional of the Platform Tennis Association, he has spent years both improving and sharing his passion for the game with amateur platform players. When Rich is not teaching platform tennis, he is a golf professional who teaches lessons to both amateurs and pros alike. As a collegiate athlete, Rich played tennis at the University of Iowa. When Rich is not teaching, he spends his time with his family biking, traveling and reading. Rich’s enthusiasm, experience and energy make him a great fit for the growing platform tennis program at the Lake Bluff Park District.

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Kari Falls

Racquet Sports Professional

Kari Falls is the co-director of the Lake Bluff Park District platform tennis program. While growing up in the area, Kari played competitive USTA junior tennis for many years and learned the game of platform tennis as a teenager, catching the paddle bug at a young age. She plays on our own Lake Bluff Park District Series I team and has been playing Series I and competing in National Ranking Tournaments for over a decade. Kari and her husband Chris are lifelong residents of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff and have raised their three daughters here. As a family, they have actively participated in many programs at the Lake Bluff Park district over the years. Kari works with the program year-round helping all our members achieve their tennis and paddle goals and is looking forward to having a positive impact on our thriving community program. Her passion for all racquet sports and enthusiasm will bring a great energy to the program at Lake Bluff Park District. In her free time, she enjoys being active, cooking, spending time with friends and family and of course, playing tennis and paddle.

Semi & Private Lessons Sharpen your skills with personalized instruction from the Pro. The 3–on–1 format is an excellent way to improve strategy and shot selection. The 2–on–1 is perfect for working in tandem with a partner and improving your communication. Private instruction is excellent for those specific shots such as serve, return of serve and that ever-elusive first volley! Call for an appointment and availability. Private 2–on–1 3–on–1 4–on–1

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Lake Bluff Golf Club

2026 Daily Fees

Season Golf Passes

Weekends and Holidays Open–12 pm $54 (Non-Res $59) 12 pm–4 pm $42 (Non-Res $45) After 4 pm $29 (Non-Res $33) 9 Holes $30 (Non-Res $34) Weekdays Open–12 pm $40 (Non-Res $43) 12 pm–4 pm $35 (Non-Res $38) After 4 pm $26 (Non-Res $30) 9 Holes $23 (Non-Res $27) Sr/Jr 18 Holes $33 (Non-Res $36) Sr/Jr 9 Holes $21 (Non-Res $24)

Unlimited Season Pass Resident $1,575 Non-Resident $1,995 Family Resident $2,520 Family Non-Resident $3,255 Senior (Age 62+) Resident $1,495 Senior (Age 62+) Non-Resident $1,785 Unlimited Season Passes are valid seven days/week, anytime. Season Passholders will receive discounted entry fees for Lake Bluff Golf Club events and tournaments as well as 14-day advance reservations and one Permanent Tee Time reservation. Family Season Passes are valid for married couples and up to two children age 18 and under residing in the same household. Season Passes are NOT valid for golf outings.

Permanent Tee Times

Limited Season Pass Resident $1,210 Non-Resident $1,470 Senior Resident (Age 62+) $1,100 Senior Non-Resident (Age 62+) $1,390 Junior $785 Limited Season Passes are valid Monday through Friday, anytime. Resident Rate for Season Pass purchases is available for residents of Lake Bluff, Lake Forest and Libertyville and for all residing within the Lake Bluff Park District boundaries.

Permanent Tee Times are available on both Saturdays and Sundays and are assigned on a first-come, firstserved basis. The 2026 Permanent Tee Time season runs from the weekend of April 11th & 12th through September 26th & 27th. The Permanent Tee Time registration fee of $100 per player and a signed copy of the Permanent Tee Time Agreement for each player are due at the time of registration. All Permanent Tee Time players are required to keep a credit card number on file and will be charged for any non-weatherrelated no-shows or cancellations inside 24 hours of their tee time.

2026 Burger Nights! Join us for select Fridays during the 2026 golf season for dinner and drinks.

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Cart Rentals 18-Hole Single Riding Cart 9-Hole Single Riding Cart Push Cart (18 or 9 Holes)

Resident $16 $10 $5

Non-Resident $18 $11 $5

Lake Bluff Golf Club Events Check out the Lake Bluff Golf Club Event Calendar at lakebluffgolfclub.com/calendar, for up to date information on special events throughout the season including our annual Spring Scramble, Fall Scramble, Senior Scrambles, Couples Nights, and more throughout the golf season. Stay informed by joining our email list and receive regular e-blasts to get the latest on events and specials throughout the season.

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Practice Facility

Golf Instruction

Practice Green and Short Game Area

Practice makes perfect and there is no better place to work on your short game than our immaculate short game area. A large putting green with a variety of different breaks is the perfect place to master your putting and chipping. The pitching green and practice bunker is the place to perfect your pitching and sand play.

Driving Range

The Club’s well-maintained driving range is the perfect place to master your long game, whether it’s a quick warm-up before your round or an extended practice session. The range features both synthetic mats and grass teeing areas, hence the range is available for use all season long; the grass teeing area is open daily during the season, weather and ground conditions permitting.

Driving Range Rates: $6 per Range Token (approx. 35 balls)

Junior Golf Programs The Golf Club offers a wide variety of Junior Golf programming throughout the season. Program and registration links are available on the club’s website www.lakebluffgolfclub.com/improve.

Golf After School Ages 7 to 11

The Golf After School Program is designed to introduce juniors to the game of golf through an informative and fun instructional environment. Students will be escorted from the Lake Bluff Elementary School by a member of the staff. The professional staff will work with junior golfers to establish sound golf fundamentals. Equipment storage or rental will be complimentary during the program. Each session is for 4 weeks with sessions on either Tuesday or Thursday afternoons. Sessions start at 2:50 pm and finish at 4:00 pm. Registration is through the Pro Shop and begins March 24. www.lakebluffgolfclub.com/improve DAY: Tuesday Thursday

DATES: April 14–May 5 April 16–May 7

COST: $160 $160

The Lake Bluff Golf Club has PGA staff available for private instruction. The professional staff has experience working with golfers of all abilities and skill levels, from beginners through scratch players. Lesson packages and small group instruction are available by contacting the professional staff directly at 847-2346771 or through the Website at www.lakebluffgolfclub.com/improve.

Golf Outings and Events At Lake Bluff Golf Club, your guests will feel welcome and appreciated as they receive warm hospitality and gracious service throughout the day from our professional staff. Your private event will feature more than just great golf — it will be a memorable experience off the course as well, enhancing your celebration, cause or charitable mission. Lake Bluff Golf Club offers an array of amenities and options: a Pro Shop stocked with all the essentials, an expansive practice facility, top-of-theline electric golf carts, club rental, a full-service grill and catering options, a spacious dining room and deck featuring scenic views of the golf course — all of this combined with our beautifully manicured golf course creates a very special environment for your outing. The course plays to 6,589 yards from the back tees with three additional sets of tees to accommodate all participants. The golf course is a wonderful balance of generous fairways, mature trees, challenging greens and course conditions that rival any private facility on the North Shore. Whether hosting 12 of your best friends, colleagues or clients, or 150 in support of your favorite charity, you can count on our staff’s professionalism, personal attention-to-detail and customization options to host an impressive and successful golf event. Please contact our Pro Shop staff at 847-234-6771 to receive your customized golf outing proposal.

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Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center

EVERY

COUPON

One Week

FREE Try the Fitness Center for FREE!

Mention this coupon to redeem your one–week trial of the Fitness Center. Offer not valid for previous members.

MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES GroupX CLASSES

Membership includes usage of a full range of equipment, group fitness, personal training availability and an indoor track.

Memberships Choose the membership program plan and duration option that best meets your needs! Membership age requirements Membership is open to those individuals 14 years of age and older. 13 year olds may become members as long as they are accompanied by an adult member each time they work out. Children under the age of 13 are not permitted on the second floor except for special programs.

All-Inclusive Membership Plans! Two Options: 

FITNESS PLAN: a minimum 12 month commitment $42/month (EFT) All-Inclusive Membership Plan

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ANNUAL PASS: a “paid-in-full” All-Inclusive Membership Plan that covers 12 months from date of purchase

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DISCOUNTED SENIOR and STUDENT RATES available too!

WorkFit Full-time non-resident employees of businesses located in some areas of Lake Bluff, Knollwood, or North Chicago that pay taxes to the Lake Bluff Park District are entitled to resident fitness center rates. Employees need proof of full-time employment to participate. Resident rates apply to: 

Yearly memberships

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Family memberships

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Personal training

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All memberships include: Use of the Fitness Center Facilities, Equipment and Amenities! Group Fitness classes!  Track Use!  Yoga Classes  

Daily, Monthly & Quarterly membership options available, too!!

Daily Pass: This all inclusive pass is valid for the date purchased. Monthly Pass: 30 day duration from date of purchase.  Quarterly Pass: 90 day duration from the date of purchase.  Student Pass: Special rate for Summer memberships.  

Family Memberships!

Each additional Family Member receives a 10% Discount on an Annual Pass or Fitness Plan!

Lake Forest Residents

Lake Forest Residents receive Resident rates at the Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center!

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Facilities at the Health and Fitness Center

Monday–Thursday 5:00 am–9:00 pm Friday 5:00 am–8:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am–5:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am–4:00 pm Closed Easter and July 4th. Memorial Day 7:00 am–noon Labor Day: 7:00 am–noon Hours subject to change.

FACILITY FEATURES Cardio Equipment! 

Treadmills (motorized and non-motorized)

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Incline Trainers

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Cross Trainers

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Upright & Recumbent Bikes (Air Dynes, Precor, Cybex and more)

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NuStep Recumbent Elliptical

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Elliptical Trainers

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Rowers (water and fan resistance)

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Indoor Cycles

Resistance Training 

Selectorized Circuit Machines

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Cable Training Machines

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Free Weight Room

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Functional Training Area and Accessories

Members also enjoy: 

Locker rooms with private showers

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Suspended 1/13 mile walking/ running track

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Group Fitness studio

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Stretching Area

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Private Studio Space!

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GroupX and Silver Fit – Included in Membership SILVER-FIT

Included in memberships! For Active Older Adults, we have a special program of classes known as SILVER-FIT™ (Successful Independent Loving Vibrant Empowered Resilient—Fun In Training)

 While this branded program-

ming provides fitness classes that target active older adults, anyone who is looking for this level and type of fitness training can participate in the SILVER-FIT classes! No age restrictions!  Classes include cardiovascular

exercises, muscle conditioning (endurance, strength and power) exercises, balance & agility training, chair yoga and a TON of FUN for all participants!

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GROUPX Classes — Included in memberships! In the Studio, the Gym, Outdoors, or our Virtual Library Our GroupX Classes offer a wide variety of choices to help you meet your fitness goals. All fitness levels of participants are welcome. We also have a VIRTUAL LIBRARY available that you can view the class videos and follow along with the instructor when it’s convenient for YOU! Try a TOTAL BODY, TOTAL STRENGTH, PILATES & YOGA Class. PLUS … SILVER-Fit, SILVER Yoga & SPIN classes! Find the Monthly GroupX schedule on the Health & Fitness Page of the Park District website.

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CLICK TO PLAY at lakebluffparks.org Have you tried the Lake Bluff Park District’s new online registration system? Introduced in Fall 2016, it allows you to register and pay for programs and view available facilities all from your computer, tablet or smart phone! You’ll need to create an account to use it, but don’t worry! With a couple clicks and a few taps of the keyboard, you’ll be set up and ready to enjoy the conven-

 1 CLICK “SIGN IN”

https://apm.activecommunities.com/lakebluffparks/Home

ience of online registration. If you already have a CLICK TO PLAY account, follow these steps to login:

 1 Click “Sign In”  2 Click “Forgot your password”  3 Enter your CLICK TO PLAY account email and submit A new temporary password will be sent to you and you will have full access to the new site. You can update your family

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members or account details and start registering for programs. Don’t worry, if you don’t have a CLICK TO PLAY account, you create one on the site. No need to call or come in. Just click “Create an Account and enter your family information. It’s just that easy! The new system has many great benefits and is extremely easy to use! Search for your favorite program by keyword, age, day, time, location and more! You may even discover a new program along the way. And if you find a program that isn’t

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open for registration just yet, you can save it to your Wish List and easily add it to your cart when it opens! More information is available at www.lakebluffparks.org. Or contact Guest Services at 847-234-4150 with any questions.

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Download Our New Bluffers App! Our new app is now available for iPhone and Android! Download our new “Bluffers App” from your play store now. With our new app you will have all of our services, in the palm of your hand! With this app, you can: • Check-in with quick, easy access to membership cards. • View your family’s upcoming schedule. • Book activities from anywhere and at any time. • Stay up to date with important Park District notifications such as facility closures and conditions. Sign in with the same email and password you use to access Activenet online registration. If you don’t know your password, click the Forgot Password Link. Click on the register button to view available programs and register. Click the four squares in the top right corner to view all of your membership cards, then click on your name to view the whole family!

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Registration Information REGISTRATION Resident Registration (Online and In Person) begins Saturday, March 7 at 9:00 am Non–Resident Registration begins Saturday, March 14 at 9:00 am

HOW TO REGISTER

 1 ONLINE Visit lakebluffparks.org and hit the Click To Play icon. You will need your login ID and account pin number to register for programs. Confirmation is immediate. Call the office at 847-234-4150 if you have forgotten your login and pin.

 2 MAIL-IN Fill out the registration form in the program guide. Payments may be made by check or credit card. Checks should be made payable to Lake Bluff Park District. If paying by credit/debit card include the complete card number, expiration date, CVV#, and signature. Mail to: Lake Bluff Park District, 355 W. Washington Ave., Lake Bluff, IL 60044.

 3 DROP-OFF Fill out the registration form in the program guide or pick one up at the Administration Office. Include proper payment. Leave the registration form with payment at the front desk. Sorry, no telephone registrations.

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Withdrawal/Refund Policy In the past we allowed written requests for withdrawals and transfers up to the first day of the class. This has created hardships for instructors and participants alike. Last minute changes impacted on whether some classes must be cancelled due to low enrollment or whether several classes must be combined. Instructors who have held times in their schedule to teach are notified at the last minute they are not needed. Some classes require supplies to be purchased in advance of the first class. Participants of any class being changed or cancelled need to be notified in a timely manner. For all of the above reasons and in order to have accurate class lists, we must make a policy change. All requests for Transfers and Withdrawals must be made in person at the Park District office by completing this form. • Transfers – $5 processing fee applies for classes and camps. • Class Withdrawals  Class Withdrawal Policy. The amount credited will depend on when the written request is received. Camps, Dance, Fitness Center and Preschool have specific policies.  For withdrawal requests received in writing:  No later than 7 days prior to the beginning of the class, a refund equal to 90% of the total fee for the class will be refunded.  From 6 days prior to the beginning of class, a credit will be placed on your Lake Bluff Park District account equal to 80% of the total fee for the class.  No refunds will be given after the 1st meeting except in case of documented medical reasons or moving out of the local area.  There are NO prorated fees or refunds for contractual programs (i.e. 5 Star Sports, LBYBA). • Withdrawals Due to Medical Reasons During Program – Processing fee is waived, and prorated refund is assessed with a doctor’s note only. The refund will not be processed until we have both the doctor’s note and a signed request. Other than above, refunds can only be given for medical reasons, and will be prorated. If a medical problem occurs before or during a program and the participant requests a refund, a

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prorated refund will be assessed with a doctor’s note only, starting with the date of the signed request which must be made in person at the Park District office. Under no circumstances will refunds requested after the last day of class be approved. When the Park District reschedules or cancels programs, full refunds will be given. Refunds are sent to those whose requests have been approved within 45 days of the written request.

Registration Info 1. Residents may register at any time for programs that have openings. Early registration is recommended, as popular classes like early childhood programs fill up quickly. 2. Individuals may register members of their immediate family (those residing in the same household). If a participant wishes to change to a different class after registration has been taken, there is a $5 transfer fee and must be done 7 days prior to the first class. No refunds will be approved for any request for refunds or prorated refunds made after the date of the last class. 3. People who do not reside in the Lake Bluff Park District pay an additional fee for most programs, unless otherwise indicated. 4. When there is insufficient registration, classes may be consolidated, postponed or cancelled. Those who have signed up for a class that has been cancelled will be notified and offered an alternative choice if one is available. 5. A waiver and release of all claims is included on all program registration forms. Please read this carefully. By signing the form, a person/guardian assumes full risk for any injury or loss sustained while participating in a Park District sponsored program. 6. Fees cannot be prorated when registering for a class if the class has already started. 7. Payment must be received with your registration. We cannot hold a space if no payment is received. Full payment for each program is required unless other arrangements have been made in advance. Any outstanding financial obligations due the Park District for participation in past programs must be satisfied prior to registration in any current programs.

Lake Bluff Park District Registration Form 355 W. Washington Avenue Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 • Phone 847-234-4150

PLEASE PRINT • YOU MUST FILL OUT FORM COMPLETELY OR PROCESSING WILL BE DELAYED Family Last Name____________________________________________ Home Phone ____________________________________________ Child’s Last Name If Different from Family Last Name ______________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ Email Address

City ________________________________ Zip __________________________

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Mother’s Name (if residing in household) ________________________ Father’s Name (if residing in household) ______________________ Mother’s Daytime Phone ____________________________________ Father’s Daytime Phone __________________________________ Mother’s Cell Phone ________________________________________ Father’s Cell Phone ______________________________________ • Be sure to complete each line of the table below. • Use this form for your whole family. Program Number

Registrant’s First Name

Gender

• Make checks payable to Lake Bluff Park District. • Call the Office if you have any questions about this form.

Date of Birth M/D/Y

Current Grade

Program Name

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INSURANCE LIABILITY WAIVER The Lake Bluff Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. The Lake Bluff Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety. Please recognize that the Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreation program/activity should review their own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make the Lake Bluff Park District automatically responsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for the District REQUIRES the execution of the Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed above, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS As a participant (or as a parent/guardian of a participant under age 18) in the Lake Bluff Park District programs, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume full risk of any injuries, including death, damages, or loss regardless of severity which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against the Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage, or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, including death, damages, and losses sustained by me or arising out of, connection with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program. PERMISSION TO SECURE TREATMENT In the event of emergency, I authorize Park District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care and I agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. I have read and fully understand the aforementioned Program Details, Waiver and Release of All Claims and Permission to Secure Treatment. (Note: Please sign in an appropriate space below.) I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver on this form and I understand that my signature is required below in order to participate in Lake Bluff Park District programs.

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Lake Bluff Park District | Summer 2026

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Lake Bluff Park District Registration 355 W. Washington Ave. Lake Bluff, IL 60044