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CHESS SCHOLARS Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children’s motivation, concentration, focus, social skills and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. This class will take place at the Darien Park District Community Center located at 7301 Fairview Ave., Darien. Age: 5-12 R/NR: $118/$148 Location: Darien Park District Community Center Instructor: After School Enrichment Solutions Class # Date Day Time 1270A03-01 2/1 - 3/7 TH 4:30-5:30pm 2270A03-01 4/11 - 5/16 TH 4:30-5:30pm CHESS SCHOLARS SPRING BREAK CAMP Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess! This half-day camp is perfect for beginners as well as experienced players. Each day of camp will consist of a fun interactive teaching period, followed by guided practice time, allowing the students to play against one another while being coached by an experienced instructor. The camp session will conclude with a non- elimination tournament. This camp will take place at the Darien Park District Community Center located at 7301 Fairview Ave., Darien. Age: 5-13 R/NR: $194/$224 Location: Darien Park District Community Center Instructor: After School Enrichment Solutions Class # Date Day Time 1270A02-01 3/25 - 3/29 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm

MAGIC CLASS Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks from the “Magic Team of Gary Kantor!” Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age- appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since new tricks are always taught at each session! Age: 5-12 R/NR: $22/$33 Instructor: Gary Kantor Class # Date Day Time Location 1270L14-01 1/25 TH 6:45-7:40pm Recreation Center 1270L14-02 3/19 TU 4:00-4:55pm Lincoln Center 2270L14-01 5/15 W 6:45-7:40pm Recreation Center GLITZYGIRLZ:WINTER FAN- TASYPRINCESS GLAMNIGHT Come beat the winter slump and join Glitzy Girlz for a night of glam with a unicorn rainbow fantasy theme! Our staff will give a pretty make-over complete with hairdo, make-up sparkle and nail polish application. Decorate a unique craft with paints, stickers, embellishments and personalization. Design a beautiful beaded bracelet with a fantasy charm assortment. Staff will play music and we will have props and a backdrop to take photos before class ends for parents. A glam goodie bag goes home with each participant! This class will take place at Fred C Hohnke Community Center located at 2600 Center Dr., Woodridge. Age: 4-10 R/NR: $36/$54 Location: Woodridge Park District Instructor: Glitzy Girlz Class # Date Day Time 1270L22-01 2/22 TH 6:00-7:15pm

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