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RESIDENT REGISTRATION MARCH 13 AT 9AM SUMMER CAMP RESIDENT REGISTRATION MARCH 11 AT 9AM

SUMMER 2025

NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION MARCH 18 AT 9AM

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SUMMER 2025

RECREATION GUIDE

REGISTRATION DATES NEW! TUESDAY, MARCH 11 SUMMER CAMP RESIDENT REGISTRATION OPENS AT 9AM THURSDAY, MARCH 13 RESIDENT REGISTRATION OPENS AT 9AM TUESDAY, MARCH 18 NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION OPENS AT 9AM

Table of CONTENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS SUMMER CAMPS ADVENTURE FALLS

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POOL PASS EXCHANGE BELMONT GOLF CLUB

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4500 FITNESS & PROGRAMS

YOUTH SPORTS YOUTH LEAGUES

ADULT SPORTS & LEAGUES

ICE SKATING GYMNASTICS MARTIAL ARTS

WAYS TO REGISTER

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

EARLY CHILDHOOD BIRTHDAY PARTIES YOUTH INTEREST ART PROGRAMS PERFORMING ARTS DANCE PROGRAMS FACILITY RENTALS

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ONLINE AT DGPARKS.ORG

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ADULT INTEREST

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NATURE PROGRAMS HISTORY PROGRAMS 104-105 REGISTRATION INFORMATION 106-107 88-103

IN-PERSON

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Board of COMMISSIONERS

Facility DIRECTORY LINCOLN CENTER 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove 630.960.7500 BELMONT GOLF CLUB 2420 Haddow Ave., Downers Grove 630.963.1306 DOWNERS GROVE MUSEUM 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove 630.963.1309 DOWNERS GROVE RECREATION CENTER & 4500 FITNESS 4500 Belmont Rd., Downers Grove 630.960.7500 LYMAN WOODS NATURE CENTER & PRESERVE 901 31st St., Downers Grove 630.963.9388 ADVENTURE FALLS SPRAYGROUND & MINI GOLF McCollum Park, 6801 Main St., Downers Grove 630.963.8793 Park DIRECTORY For all park locations, visit dgparks.org DOERHOEFER PARK: 41st & Saratoga

VicePresident SANDRA MCDONNELL SMCDONNELL@DGPARKS.ORG

President BOB KOTULA BKOTULA@DGPARKS.ORG

Treasurer JON DAHLSTROM JDAHLSTROM@DGPARKS.ORG

Secretary BRET BENDER BBENDER@DGPARKS.ORG

Commissioner CRAIG LUNDT CLUNDT@DGPARKS.ORG

EBERSOLD PARK: 59th & Main FISHEL PARK: 1036 Grove St. HUMMER PARK: 4833 Fairview Ave. MCCOLLUM PARK: 6801 Main St.

For the Board meeting schedule, visit: DGPARKS.ORG/MEETINGS

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Children & Family SUMMER 2025

SPECIAL EVENTS

THE BIG DILL PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT Join us for an exhilarating day of fast-paced action at our annual Pickleball Tournament, The Big Dill! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the game, this special event promises to have thrilling matches, friendly competition, and an unforgettable experience for all. All games will be played as doubles. Players must include their pickleball player rating with their registration as well as their partner’s rating. Only one player should register both players on the doubles team. All games self-officiated. Tournament will be round robin with playoffs for top teams (depending on the number of entries per division). Park District staff reserve the right to combine or make changes to the tournament format in order to enhance the tournament experience. Grab your paddles and get ready to compete your way to victory! Registration includes a Big Dill T-shirt and awards granted to top players/teams.

PARTY IN THE PARK

Celebrate the beauty of our local parks with free crafts, activities and giveaways at Party in the Park. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore new places, connect with nature, and create memories with friends and family. Age: All Fee: Free Date Day Time Location 6/12 TH 4:00-6:00pm Whitlock Park 8/7 TH 4:00-6:00pm Hummer Park

SUMMER IN THE PARK NEW! Experience the excitement of Summer in the Park, a lively event for the whole family! Indulge in a variety of delicious offerings from food trucks, serving everything from savory dishes to sweet treats. Let your creativity flow at our chalk art station, where you can create vibrant masterpieces on the sidewalk, or visit the kids’ craft zone for hands-on fun. Take part in an adventurous scavenger hunt throughout the park, uncovering hidden treasures and clues along the way. With something for everyone, this summer event promises fun, creativity, and unforgettable memories! An adult must stay to supervise their child(ren). Age: All Fee: Free Location: McCollum Park Day Date Time SA 7/12 11:00am-2:00pm

TOURNAMENT DIVISION BREAKDOWN Recreational = 1.0-3.0 players Competitive = 3.5+ players

55+ = players age 55 years and older only Register under the division for your current player rating. If you have no official rating, visit USAPA.org for self rating assessment. Age: 18+ R/NR: $80/$110 Date: 6/29 Day: SU Time: 9:00am-1:00pm

Location: McCollum Park Class # Skill Level/Division 3470C03-01 Doubles – Recreational 3470C03-02 Doubles – Competitive 3470C03-03 Doubles – Recreational 55+ 3470C03-04 Doubles – Competitive 55+

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SPECIAL EVENTS

FISHING DERBY Reel in three hours of family fun at the annual Fishing Derby. This is a free event, but registration is required at dgparks.org. Longest and shortest fish in each age group will have a winner! All ties will be determined by a random drawing. Each participant must be registered to be eligible for prizes. Participants may only win one prize. Children younger than 11 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. All participants 16 years of age or older are required to have a valid fishing license in order to participate. Fishing licenses may be purchased online at www.ifishillinois.org. Fee: Free Location: Patriots Park-Barth Pond Class # Age Date Day Time 3720P05-01 1-5 8/2 SA 8:00-11:00am 3720P05-02 6-10 8/2 SA 8:00-11:00am 3720P05-03 11-15 8/2 SA 8:00-11:00am 3720P05-04 16+ 8/2 SA 8:00-11:00am

FAIRY FESTIVAL NEW! This enchanting celebration invites families and children to step into a world of whimsy and wonder, where fairies and other mystical creatures come to life. Whether you’re soaring through the park with your new wings or creating your own magical accessories, the Fairy Festival promises to be a day filled with joy, laughter, and enchanting memories for the whole family. Come dressed in your most whimsical attire and let the fairy magic begin! Each child will receive a set of wings and a wand to decorate, adding their own creative touch to the fairy magic. The park will be filled with delightful activities, including arts and crafts, face painting, and more. Food will be available for purchase from local vendors offering delicious treats to fuel your fairy adventures. Age: All Fee: Free Location: Fishel Park Date Day Time 6/14 SA 10:00am-1:00pm

NFL FLAG FOOTBALL

COMBINE DAY Kick off the Fall Flag Football season and test your skills at the Downers Grove Park District’s Flag Football Combine Day! Players will run through different drills and test their skills, just like the pros! Fall Youth Flag Football league participants enrolled by the July 5 registration deadline will receive a $10 discount on the registration fee for Combine Day. Combine Day registration begins July 7 and ends August 1.

Family Events PRESENTING SPONSOR

Age: 5-13 R/NR: $30/$40 Location: Doerhoefer Park Class # Date Day

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4425Q01-01 8/3

SU 10:00am-12:00pm

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SPECIAL EVENTS Children & Family

TINY TOTS TRACK MEET Calling all future Olympians! Come test your speed and athleticism in this fun track meet. Organized by age, tots will participate in a variety of running events and field events. Open to any athlete ages 3 to 6. All track athletes are winners and will receive prizes! Price is per person. Register by August 14. Age: 3-6 R/NR: $30/$40 Location: Downers Grove North High School Class # Date Day Time 3395C00-01 8/17 SU 10:00am-12:00pm LABOR DAY PICNIC Celebrate the close of summer with friends, food, and fun at our Labor Day Picnic designed just for seniors! This relaxing and festive event offers a chance to enjoy the season’s last warm days in a welcoming, laid-back setting. Bring your favorite lawn chair if you’d like! Pre-registration is required. This event will take place in the pavilion by the basketball courts at McCollum Park. Age: 55+ Fee: Free Location: McCollum Park Class # Date Day Time 3700L01-01 8/29 F 12:00-2:00pm

NATIONAL MOTH WEEK JULY 25-26 SEE DETAILS ON PAGE 89! Set your imagination a-flutter for this year’s National Moth Week! This world-wide celebration engages people with citizen science projects, special speakers and fun activities that bring to light all the marvelous things that make these nighttime creatures not only vital to our ecosystems, but also downright fascinating. Lyman Woods will host several programs (descriptions below) for children and adults to illuminate some of the most interesting facets and facts of the nearly 2,000 species of moths that call Illinois home! The Moth Ball: July 25 Welcome to the Darkside: Mothing in the Midwest: July 26 Marvelous Moth Hike: July 26

Check it out! BATTLE OF THE PADDLES ON PAGE 33

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DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT

PRESENTED BY KELLY STETLER REAL ESTATE

FREE CONCERTS ∞ TUESDAYS ∞ MUSIC FROM 7 8:30PM FOOD AND BEVERAGE SALES BEGIN AT 6PM FISHEL PARK

JUNE 3: ONE NIGHT BAND TOP 40’S HITS JUNE 10: BRASS FROM THE PAST 60’S TO 80’S HITS WITH HORNS JUNE 17: THE PRISSILLAS FEMALE ROCK JUNE 24: KALEIDOSCOPE EYES ACOUSTIC BEATLES TRIBUTE JULY 1: ANCHORS AWAY YACHT ROCK JULY 8: NO TURN ON RED FUNK

JULY 15: 90’S POP NATION 90’S COVER JULY 22: WILD DAISY COUNTRY JULY 29: THE HAT GUYS MODERN & CLASSIC HITS AUG 5: THE WAYOUTS 60'S GARAGE ROCK AUG 12: VALIUS ROCK/POP COVERS

CAMP Summer

SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION

RESIDENT REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN AT 9AM ON TUESDAY, MARCH 11

LEARN MORE AT DGPARKS.ORG/SUMMERCAMPS

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CAMP REGISTRATION New for 2025, Resident registration for summer camps will begin at 9am on Tuesday, March 11. This is a separate registration date from all other summer programs. Resident registration for all other summer programs will begin at 9am on Thursday, March 13. Non-resident registration for camps and programs will begin on Tuesday, March 18. CAMP WAITLISTS Waitlists will not be available for Traditional Full-day Camps. This includes Early Childhood camps, Kinder Camp, Adventure Camps, Teen Trekkers, Nature and Museum Camps. Check online regularly for openings in your preferred camp. CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY Please refer to the website for the full camp cancellation/refund policy. Self-cancellation prior to the cancellation deadline can be done online through your account or you can visit dgparks.org/request-a-refund to complete a refund form Cancellation requests must be received at least 5 days before the camp start date. Withdrawals made before May 15 will incur a $5 service fee per participant, per camp. Withdrawals made on or after May 15 will incur a $10 service fee per participant, per camp. Cancellations made less than 5 days before the camp start date will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Any refund granted will be subject to applicable service fees and late cancellation fees. PARENT COMMUNICATION Parents will receive a “Welcome to Camp” email by May 21, with information including what to wear to camp, what to bring to camp and camp procedures. Following the initial “Welcome to Camp” email, each camp will be emailed no later than the Friday prior to each session with specific camp information for the upcoming week.

FULL-DAY CAMP PAYMENT PLAN A payment plan is available and will be automatically applied for camp enrollments made before April 11. Enrollments after April 11 must be paid in full. Upon registration, you will pay a $20 deposit for each week of camp. This deposit is applied to your monthly payment. The remainder of the fees will be processed automatically on the dates below using the credit card you used when enrolling in each session. Your camp balance split between 2 monthly payments on April 15 and May 15. Before care and Kinder Camp after care must be paid in full at registration and are not part of the payment plan. In an effort to provide recreation, health and wellness opportunities to all residents, including those who are experiencing financial hardships or are foster parents, the Downers Grove Park District has established a Financial Assistance Program. Participants must reside within the boundaries of the Downers Grove Park District to be eligible. For eligibility requirements or to donate to the Financial Assistance Program, please visit www.dgparks.org/financial-assistance-program. CAMPER INFORMATION/ EMERGENCY FORMS The Downers Grove Park District uses ePACT for camper information and emergency forms. Returning families will receive an email to confirm their ePACT account details. New families will get an email from ePACT to set up an account and complete their camper’s forms. All forms must be completed before camp starts; campers cannot attend without them. FRIEND REQUESTS The Downers Grove Park District will not be accepting friend requests for camp groups. Campers will be split into groups based on enrollment numbers, grade level and age. 9 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

BEFORE & AFTER CAMP BEFORE CAMP: Available only for Kinder Camp, Adventure Camps, Teen Trekkers and All-Day Nature Camps (including Teen Wilderness Explorers). Held at the Lincoln Center for all eligible camps for an additional fee. Pre-registration is required. Campers attending camps not located at the Lincoln Center will be transported by bus from the Lincoln Center to their camp location. AFTER CAMP: Included in full-day camp hours (4:00 to 5:30pm) for the following camps at their respective camp locations: Adventure Camp 1st-2nd Grade (after camp located at Lincoln Center) Adventure Camp 3rd-5th Grade (after camp located at Recreation Center) Teen Trekkers (after camp located at Recreation Center)

KINDER CAMP Designed for children entering Kindergarten in the fall, Kinder Camp is a safe, structured and interactive environment to introduce campers to a full day away from home. Each week’s different themes (such as All About Me, Disney, and Community Helpers) will engage campers each day through crafts, songs, group activities and outside play time. Campers will also enjoy a trip to Sea Lion Aquatic Park’s Splash Playground or a field trip each week (trips to Sea Lion will be every other week). Fee includes admission to field trips and a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days. No camp June 19 and July 4. Age: Entering Kindergarten in Fall 2025 R/NR: $245/$275 Week 3 & 5 R/NR: $196/$226 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Location: Lincoln Center Week Class # Date Day 1 3210L01-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 2 3210L01-02 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 3 3210L01-03 6/16 - 6/20 M-W/F 4 3210L01-04 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 5 3210L01-05 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 6 3210L01-06 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 7 3210L01-07 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 8 3210L01-08 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 9 3210L01-09 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 10 3210L01-10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F Do you need extra care after the Kinder Camp Day? Sign up for after camp to extend your campers day to 5:30pm. After Camp is combined with campers from Adventure Camp and Teen Trekkers. No camp on June 19 and July 4. Age: Entering Kindergarten in Fall 2025 R/NR: $53/$80 Week 3 & 5 R/NR: $42/$63 Time: 4:00-5:30pm Location: Lincoln Center Week Class # Date Day 1 3210L03-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 2 3210L03-02 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 3 3210L03-03 6/16 - 6/20 M-W/F 4 3210L03-04 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 5 3210L03-05 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 6 3210L03-06 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 7 3210L03-07 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 8 3210L03-08 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 9 3210L03-09 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 10 3210L03-10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F AFTER CAMP FOR KINDER CAMP

Kinder Camp After Care: Available for an additional fee. Located at the Lincoln Center. Pre-registration is required.

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ADVENTURE CAMP 1ST-2ND GRADE Whether a child is new to camp or is returning for another summer, Adventure Camp is sure to be a positive, active, and fun-filled experience! Campers will participate in themed group games and activities (with themes like Superheroes, Olympics, and Animal Planet), as well as swim once a week and attend one field trip a week. Fee includes admission to field trips and a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days. No camp June 19 and July 4. Age: Entering 1st - 2nd Grade R/NR: $285/$315 Week 3 & 5 R/NR: $228/$258 Time: 9:00am-5:30pm Location: Lincoln Center Week Class # Date Day 1 3210M04-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 2 3210M04-02 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 3 3210M04-03 6/16 - 6/20 M/TU/W/F 4 3210M04-04 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 5 3210M04-05 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 6 3210M04-06 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 7 3210M04-07 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 8 3210M04-08 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 9 3210M04-09 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 10 3210M04-10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F

ADVENTURE CAMP 3RD-5TH GRADE

An unforgettable summer starts here! Each week will be packed with adventure as campers enjoy themed group activities, crafts, games and team building activities (with themes like Disney, Ocean, and Space). Campers will also venture out with one pool day a week and two field trips per week. Fee includes admission to field trips and a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days. No camp June 19 and July 4. Age: Entering 3rd - 5th Grade R/NR: $305/$335 Week 3 & 5 R/NR: $244/$274 Time: 9:00am-5:30pm Location: Downers Grove Recreation Center Week Class # Date Day 1 3210M07-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 2 3210M07-02 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 3 3210M07-03 6/16 - 6/20 M/TU/W/F 4 3210M07-04 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 5 3210M07-05 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 6 3210M07-06 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 7 3210M07-07 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 8 3210M07-08 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 9 3210M07-09 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 10 3210M07-10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F

TEEN TREKKERS This camp will keep teens entering 6th to 8th grade active and engaged this summer! Trekkers will swim once a week and have two to three field trips per week, which will include arcades, museums, water parks, laser tag, bowling, mini golf, amusement parks, sports, games, beaches and more! Fee includes admission to field trips and a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days. No camp June 19 and July 4. Age: Entering 6th - 8th Grade R/NR: $325/$355 Week 3 & 5 R/NR: $260/$290 Time: 9:00am-5:30pm Location: Downers Grove Recreation Center Week Class # Date Day 1 3210A11-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 2 3210A11-02 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 3 3210A11-03 6/16 - 6/20 M/TU/W/F 4 3210A11-04 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 5 3210A11-05 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 6 3210A11-06 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 7 3210A11-07 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 8 3210A11-08 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 9 3210A11-09 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 10 3210A11-10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F

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TRADITIONAL FULL-DAY CAMP BEFORE CARE Need summer camp care before 9:00 am? We’ve got you covered! Before care for all Traditional Full-day Camps is available from 7:00 to 9:00am at the Lincoln Center. This camp is located at the Lincoln Center and will be a combination of all Traditional Day Camp participants (Kinder Camp, Adventure Camp and Teen Trekkers). Adventure Camp 3rd to 5th grade and Teen Trekkers will be bussed from the Lincoln Center to the Recreation Center every morning for the 9:00am start of camp. No camp on June 19 and July 4. Time: 7:00-9:00am Location: Lincoln Center R/NR: $70/$100 Week 3 & 5 R/NR: $56/$84 Week Date Days Kinder Camp Adventure Camp 1st-2nd Grade Adventure Camp 3rd-5th Grade Teen Trekkers 1 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 3210L02-01 3210M05-01 3210M08-01 3210A12-01 2 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 3210L02-02 3210M05-02 3210M08-02 3210A12-02 3 6/16 - 6/20 M, TU, W, F 3210L02-03 3210M05-03 3210M08-03 3210A12-03 4 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 3210L02-04 3210M05-04 3210M08-04 3210A12-04 5 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 3210L02-05 3210M05-05 3210M08-05 3210A12-05 6 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 3210L02-06 3210M05-06 3210M08-06 3210A12-06 7 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 3210L02-07 3210M05-07 3210M08-07 3210A12-07 8 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 3210L02-08 3210M05-08 3210M08-08 3210A12-08 9 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 3210L02-09 3210M05-09 3210M08-09 3210A12-09 10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F 3210L02-10 3210M05-10 3210M08-10 3210A12-10 SUMMER CAMP

Camp CLOSE OUT NEW! Camp Close Out is the perfect way to extend the fun of summer! Join us for two additional weeks of exciting activities, games, field trips and adventures before school begins. This camp is designed to keep the summer spirit alive with a mix of outdoor play, creative crafts, and team-building fun. Whether your child loves sports, art, or just hanging out with friends, Camp Closeout offers something for everyone as we wrap up the season with a bang! Age: Entering Kindergarten – Entering 8th Grade Time: 9:00am-5:30pm Location: Lincoln Center R/NR: $285/$315 Class # Date Day 3220L00-01 8/11-8/15 M-F 3220L00-02 8/18-8/22 M-F

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SUMMER CAMP

PEE WEE CAMP Is your little one ready to begin their journey into independence? Pee Wee Camp is crafted to support young children in transitioning to a structured program, perfect for those getting ready to attend preschool in the fall! Our nurturing environment encourages independence and socialization. The camp day incorporates creative expression, circle time and motor skill development to prepare your child for their upcoming classroom adventures. Pull-Ups/training pants are permitted for campers who are working on potty training skills. Staff are not permitted to change campers, so a trusted adult must be available if needed. Participants must turn 3 or 4 by September 1. Age: 3-4 years by Sept. 1 Time: 9:15-10:45am Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day R/NR 3210K02-01 6/10 - 6/12 TU-TH $110/$140 3210K02-02 6/17 - 6/18 TU/W $74/$104 3210K02-03 6/24 - 6/26 TU-TH $110/$140 3210K02-04 7/1 - 7/3 TU-TH $110/$140 3210K02-05 7/8 - 7/10 TU-TH $110/$140 3210K02-06 7/15 - 7/17 TU-TH $110/$140 3210K02-07 7/22 - 7/24 TU-TH $110/$140 3210K02-08 7/29 - 7/31 TU-TH $110/$140 SAFETY TOWN Safety Town is a nationally recognized education program presented by the Police Department, Junior Woman’s Club, Park District and teen volunteers. A kid-sized town complete with buildings, street signs and sidewalks provides an environment where children learn pedestrian, passenger and at-home safety. Campers will also be visited by a school bus and the fire department, while learning bike, bus and fire safety lessons. On the last day of each session, parents are invited to join us for a graduation ceremony! A detailed outline will be emailed Location: Recreation Center Instructor: Downers Grove Police Department Class # Date Day Time 3270K00-01 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 9:00-10:30am 3270K00-02 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 11:15am-12:45pm 3270K00-03 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 9:00-10:30am 3270K00-04 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 11:15am-12:45pm prior to the start of camp. Age: 5-6 years by Sept 1 R/NR: $45/$65

Early Childhood Camps EXPLORATION STATION Discover a summer of fun and learning for your preschooler! Campers will have a blast making new friends and exploring exciting activities, creative crafts and engaging games. Our staff is dedicated to creating memorable summer moments, fostering social skills and sparking curiosity through both structured activities and free exploration! Children must be bathroom independent; pull-ups/training pants are not permitted. No Early Childhood Camps on June 19 or July 4.

Age: 4-5 years by Sept. 1 Time: 9:15am-12:15pm 3-Day Exploration Station Class # Date

Location: Lincoln Center

Day

R/NR

3210K01-01 6/10 - 6/12

TU-TH

$120/$150

3210K01-02 6/17 - 6/18

TU/W

$80/$110

3210K01-03 6/24 - 6/26

TU-TH

$120/$150

3210K01-04 7/1 - 7/3

TU-TH

$120/$150

3210K01-05 7/8 - 7/10

TU-TH

$120/$150

3210K01-06 7/15 - 7/17

TU-TH

$120/$150

3210K01-07 7/22 - 7/24

TU-TH

$120/$150

3210K01-08 7/29 - 7/31

TU-TH

$120/$150

5-Day Exploration Station Class # Date

Day

R/NR

3210K00-01 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

$155/$185

3210K00-02 6/16 - 6/20

M/TU/W/F

$124/$154

3210K00-03 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

$155/$185

3210K00-04 6/30 - 7/3

M-TH

$124/$154

3210K00-05 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

$155/$185

3210K00-06 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

$155/$185

3210K00-07 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

$155/$185

3210K00-08 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

$155/$185

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LITTLE LEARNERS PARENT TOT CAMP This program is designed to be a starting point for transitioning children into the classroom setting—perfect for children who will be joining our 2-year-old preschool program in the fall! Parents will attend with their little one, while they go through a modified version of our preschool day and become familiar with the preschool routine! No Little Learners Parent-Tot Camp the week of June 16 to 20. Age: 2 years by June 1 R/NR: $38/$57 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 3210K03-01 6/10 - 6/12 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-02 6/24 - 6/26 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-03 7/1 - 7/3 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-04 7/8 - 7/10 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-05 7/15 - 7/17 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-06 7/22 - 7/24 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-07 7/29 - 7/31 TU/TH 9:20-10:20am 3210K03-08 6/10 - 6/12 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am 3210K03-09 6/24 - 6/26 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am 3210K03-10 7/1 - 7/3 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am 3210K03-11 7/8 - 7/10 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am 3210K03-12 7/15 - 7/17 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am 3210K03-13 7/22 - 7/24 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am 3210K03-14 7/29 - 7/31 TU/TH 10:30-11:30am

LITTLE DOCTOR SCHOOL CAMP (PRESCHOOL) Camp participants will role-play the key responsibilities of a doctor and learn about vital organs in the human body. These future doctors will learn how to use a stethoscope, blood pressure cuff and reflex hammer. They will practice administering first aid, learn how pharmacists play a role in administering medications, and more! No camp June 19. Age: 4-6 R/NR: $258/$288 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Little Medical School Class # Date Day Time 3270K14-01 6/16 - 6/20 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm STICKY FINGERS COOKING CAMP (PRESCHOOL) It’s thyme to turnip the beet on what kids eat! Kids will enjoy learning cooking skills and tasty, healthy recipes while learning S.T.E.A.M., culture, language and geography. Led by experienced chef instructors, we accommodate all allergies with nut-free recipes. Global Taste Buds: Explore food, geography, and languages from Europe to Africa to South America. Farm to Table: Discover fresh, local ingredients, learn their journey to our plates, and enjoy “super” foods. Cooks + Books: Read stories and cook recipes inspired by them, sparking creativity and adventure. Age: 4-6 R/NR: $315/$345 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Sticky Fingers Cooking Class # Date Day Time Theme 3270K13-01 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 9:30-11:30am Global Taste Buds 3270K13-02 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 9:30-11:30am Farm to Table 3270K13-03 8/4 - 8/8 M-F 9:30-11:30am Cooks + Books

LITTLE VETERINARIAN SCHOOL CAMP: DOG (PRESCHOOL)

Camp participants will role-play the key responsibilities of a veterinarian and learn how to care for a dog. These future veterinarians will learn how to remove ticks, perform a nose-to-tail exam, understand proper animal nutrition and hydration, suture lacerations and more! Age: 4-6 R/NR: $286/$316 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Little Medical School Class # Date Day Time 3270K06-01 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm

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TEEN WILDERNESS EXPLORERS: 6-8TH GRADE Do you like the great outdoors? Would you like to spend your summer discovering amazing natural areas in the Chicago region, giving back to the environment, and building new skills? If so, then join our Teen Wilderness Explorers! A couple days a week, we’ll explore the wild areas around our base camp at Gilbert Park/Maple Grove Forest Preserve, then spend the rest of the week traveling to different natural areas around the region. One day of adventuring will be our highlighted field trip (details below) and will include a special featured skill or activity for that field trip. Drop off and pick up will be at Gilbert Park each day. Participants may be transported to and from Gilbert Park to other natural areas (including Lyman Woods) for special activities and learning opportunities by Lyman Woods staff. Participants are responsible for bringing their own lunch and two mid-camp snacks. Camp fee includes camp T-shirt for the first week attended and other tie-dye items for additional weeks. No camp June 19 or July 4. Grade: 6th-8th Location: Gilbert Park Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Weeks 1-2; 4; 6-12: Resident/Non-Resident: $290/$320 Weeks 3 &5: Resident/Non Resident: $235/$265 Week Class # Date Day Field Trip & Activity 1 3240P03-00 6/2 - 6/6 M-F Sagauwau Canyon (Geocaching & Scavenger Hunts) 2 3240P03-01 6/9 - 6/13 M-F Allison Woods (Geocaching & Scavenger Hunts) 3 3240P03-02 6/16 - 6/20 M-W/F Waterfall Glen (Fishing) 4 3240P03-03 6/23 - 6/27 M-F Bemis Woods (High Ropes Course) 5 3240P03-04 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH Blackwell Forest Preserve (Kayaking) 6 3240P03-05 7/7 - 7/11 M-F Midewin Prairie (Bison-Viewing & Geocaching) 7 3240P03-06 7/14 - 7/18 M-F Matthiessen State Park (Scavenger Hunts) 8 3240P03-07 7/21 - 7/25 M-F Paw Paw Woods (Geocaching & Scavenger Hunts) 9 3240P03-08 7/28 - 8/1 M-F Volo Bog (Geocaching & Scavenger Hunts) 10 3240P03-09 8/4 - 8/8 M-F Busse Woods (Fishing) 11 3240P03-10 8/11 - 8/15 M-F Indiana Dunes (Fishing) 12 3240P03-11 8/18 - 8/22 M-F Blackwell Forest Preserve (Kayaking)

Teen Camps CIT (COUNSELOR IN TRAINING) PROGRAM

Do you dream of one day becoming a camp counselor? This hands-on program will provide you with the skills needed to be an effective leader when working with children. C.I.T.’s will work directly with camp staff by assisting with daily activities at Adventure Camp. This is a truly rewarding experience for young adults interested in working with children and serving as a role model. Fee includes T-shirt, all field trips and hands-on training. Age: 14-16 R/NR: $140/$170 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 3210M10-01 7/7 - 7/18 M-F 9:00am-4:00pm 3210M10-02 7/28 - 8/8 M-F 9:00am-4:00pm CHILDHOOD LYMAN WOODS Do you dream of one day becoming a camp counselor? This hands-on program will provide you with the skills needed to be an effective leader when working with children outdoors. C.I.T.’s will work directly with camp staff by assisting with daily activities at Lyman Woods Early Childhood camps. This is a truly rewarding experience for young adults interested in working with children and serving as a role model. No camp on June 19, July 3-5, and Aug. 14-16. Age: 13-16 William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods Class # Date Day Time Fee 3240H12-01 6/9 - 6/13 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-02 6/16 - 6/20 M-W/F 8:45am-12:15pm $48 3240H12-03 6/23 - 6/27 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-04 6/30 - 7/2 M-W 8:45am-12:15pm $36 3240H12-05 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-06 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-07 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-08 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-09 8/4 - 8/8 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $60 3240H12-10 8/11 - 8/13 M-W 8:45am-12:15pm $36 CIT (COUNSELOR IN TRAINING) - EARLY

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Traditional Nature Camps PRE-K TO 5TH GRADE

Come spend your summer outside at Lyman Woods, embarking on fun-filled adventures and discovering the wonders of nature! Led by our dedicated team of naturalists, counselors, and volunteers, children will immerse themselves outdoors playing, exploring and making new friends. Each week is an exciting new experience with games, crafts, experiments and investigations. Sign up for the weeks that spark your child’s interest, or choose them all for a fun-filled summer! No camp June 19 or July 4. Please note that if registering for Half-Day Camps, you will be unable to register for both AM & PM sessions in the same week. Camp fee includes camp T-shirt for the first week attended and other tie-dye items for additional weeks. Children are responsible for bringing their own mid-camp snack and a water bottle. Need before care? Check out Before Care for Lyman Woods Camp options-available for our Full-day Nature Camps only. Location: William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods

PRE-K TO KINDGARTEN AGE: ENTERING PRE-K OR KINDERGARTEN

Class # Date

Day

Time

Fee

Theme

3240H01-01 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Scoots & Scales

3240H01-02 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

Scoots & Scales

3240H01-03 6/16 - 6/20

M-W/F

9:00am-12:00pm $156

Extreme Animals

3240H01-04 6/16 - 6/20

M-W/F

1:00pm-4:00pm $156

Extreme Animals

3240H01-05 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Diggin Dinos

3240H01-06 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

Diggin Dinos

3240H01-07 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Space Explorers

3240H01-08 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

Space Explorers

3240H01-09 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Curious Critters

3240H01-10 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

Curious Critters

3240H01-11 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Puddles and Ponds

3240H01-12 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

Puddles and Ponds

3240H01-13 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Diggin Dinos

3240H01-14 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

Diggin Dinos

3240H01-15 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

I Spy Nature

3240H01-16 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

1:00pm-4:00pm $195

I Spy Nature

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1ST-2ND GRADE AGE: ENTERING 1ST TO 2ND GRADE

Class # Date

Day

Time

Fee

Theme

3240P01-01 6/2 - 6/6

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Creek Week

3240P01-02 6/2 - 6/6

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Creek Week

3240P01-03 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Mammals R Us

3240P01-04 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Mammals R Us

3240P01-05 6/16 - 6/20

M-W/F

9:00am-12:00pm $155

Flower Shower

3240P01-06 6/16 - 6/20

M-W/F

1:00-4:00pm

$155

Flower Shower

3240P01-07 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Paws & Claws

3240P01-08 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$ 195

Paws & Claws

3240P01-09 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Dark, Dank & Dead

3240P01-10 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Dark, Dank & Dead

3240P01-11 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Bug Out!

3240P01-12 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Bug Out!

3240P01-13 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Stinky, Slimy Science

3240P01-14 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Stinky, Slimy Science

3240P01-15 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Muddy Sneakers

3240P01-16 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Muddy Sneakers

3240P01-17 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Nature Pirates

3240P01-18 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Nature Pirates

3240P01-19 8/11 - 8/15

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Trails & Treasurers

3240P01-20 8/11 - 8/15

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Trails & Treasurers

3RD-5TH GRADE AGE: ENTER 3RD TO 5TH GRADE

Class # Date

Day

Time

Fee

Theme

3240P02-01 6/2 - 6/6

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Animal Architects

3240P02-02 6/2 - 6/6

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Animal Architects

3240P02-03 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Stream Stompers

3240P02-04 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Stream Stompers

3240P02-05 6/16 - 6/20

M-W/F

9:00am-12:00pm $155

Water Works

3240P02-06 6/16 - 6/20

M-W/F

1:00-4:00pm

$155

Water Works

3240P02-07 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Forest Forts

3240P02-08 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Forest Forts

3240P02-09 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Nature Tube

3240P02-10 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Nature Tube

3240P02-11 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Paleo Quest

3240P02-12 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Paleo Quest

3240P02-13 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Rock Hunters

3240P02-14 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Rock Hunters

3240P02-15 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Wings & Stings

3240P02-16 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Wings & Stings

3240P02-17 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Reptilemania

3240P02-18 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

Reptilemania

3240P02-19 8/11-8/15

M-F

9:00am-12:00pm $195

Fins, Flippers & Fishing Fun

3240P02-20 8/11-8/15

M-F

1:00-4:00pm

$195

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All-day Nature Camp 1ST TO 5TH GRADE Welcome to all day fun and adventure! This all-day version of our popular Lyman Woods’ nature camps will be open to campers entering 1st to 5th grade in the fall. All-day Nature Camp will be hosted at Gilbert Park/Maple Grove Forest Preserve, along with our Teen Wilderness Explorers. Limited spots are available. Groups may be mixed-aged, depending on enrollment. Campers should bring a mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack as well as a packed lunch from home. No camp June 19, July 3 or July 4. Age: Entering 1st - 5th Grades Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Location: Gilbert Park Class # Date Day Fee Theme 3240H09-01 6/4 - 6/6 W-F $180/$210 Outdoor Explorers 3240H09-02 6/9 - 6/13 M-F $300/$330 Scoots & Scales 3240H09-03 6/16 - 6/20 M-W/F $280/$310 Extreme Animals 3240H09-04 6/23 - 6/27 M-F $300/$330 Diggin Dinos 3240H09-05 6/30 - 7/2 M-W $180/$210 Red, White, & Bluebirds 3240H09-06 7/7 - 7/11 M-F $300/$330 Space Explorers 3240H09-07 7/14 - 7/18 M-F $300/$330 Curious Critters 3240H09-08 7/21 - 7/25 M-F $300/$330 Puddles and Ponds 3240H09-09 7/28 - 8/1 M-F $300/$330 Bug Safari 3240H09-10 8/4 - 8/8 M-F $300/$330 I Spy Nature 3240H09-11 8/11 - 8/15 M-F $300/$330 Trails & Treasures 3240H09-12* 8/18 - 8/20 M-W $180/$180 Forest Forts

Before Care ALL-DAY NATURE CAMPS Do you need some extra care for your child for All-day Nature Camp? Sign up for extended hours! Before Care available select weeks for All-day Nature Camp at Gilbert Park and Teen Wilderness Explorers only. Before Care will take place at the Lincoln Center. Campers will be transported from the Lincoln Center to Gilbert Park by the Park District. No camp June 19, July 4. Please note that for the week of June 30, Teen Wilderness Explorers Camp will go through Thurs. July 3 (All Day Camp goes until July 2). If Before Care is needed for the Teen Wilderness Camp that week, please sign up for section 10 of Before Care below. Age: 1st - 8th Grade Location: Lincoln Center Time: 7-9:00am

Class #

Date

Day

Fee

3240H08-00 6/4 - 6/6

W-F

$42/$63

3240H08-01 6/9 - 6/13

M-F

$70/$100

3240H08-02 6/16 - 6/20 M-W/F

$56/$86

3240H08-03 6/23 - 6/27

M-F

$70/$100

3240H08-04 6/30 - 7/2

M-W

$42/$63

3240H08-05 7/7 - 7/11

M-F

$70/$100

3240H08-06 7/14 - 7/18

M-F

$70/$100

3240H08-07 7/21 - 7/25

M-F

$70/$100

3240H08-08 7/28 - 8/1

M-F

$70/$100

3240H08-09 8/4 - 8/8

M-F

$70/$100

*Location: Lyman Woods

Specialty Nature Camps

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PRE-K TO 5TH GRADE Lyman Woods Specialty Camps camps are designed to help your camper become immersed in a unique topic, learn a special skill from an expert counselor, and engage in a smaller more personalized camp setting. Please note that we offer half-day Specialty Camps only and you will not be able to register for both AM and PM sessions in the same week. All Half-Day Specialty Nature Camps (except for Advanced Archaeology and Fishing) will be held entirely at Lyman Woods Forest Preserve. Advanced Archaeology will be held at both the Downers Grove Museum and Lyman Woods. Fishing Camps will be held at both Lyman Woods and Patriots Park. No camp on July 3 or 4 for the Pre-K to K Camp Specialty Camps. No Camp July 4 for the 1st-5th Grade Specialty Camps. PRE-K TO KINDERGARTEN Age: Entering Pre-K or Kindergarten Fee: $195 Class # Date Day Time Theme 3240H06-01 6/30 - 7/2 M-W 9:00am 12:00pm I Wish I Was A 3240H06-02 6/30 - 7/2 M-W 1:00pm 4:00pm I Wish I Was A 3240H06-03 8/11 - 8/13 M-W 9:00am 12:00pm Fairies & Fantasy Creatures 3240H06-04 8/11 - 8/13 M-W 1:00pm 4:00pm Fairies & Fantasy Creatures 1ST-2ND GRADE Age: Entering 1st - 2nd Grade Fee: $225 Class # Date Day Time Theme 3240P04-01 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 9:00am 12:00pm Fishing 3240P04-02 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 1:00 4:00pm Fishing 3240P04-03 8/18 - 8/22 M-F 9:00am 12:00pm Wilderness Survival & Camping 3240P04-04 8/18 - 8/22 M-F 1:00 4:00pm Wilderness Survival & Camping 3RD-5TH GRADE Age: Entering 3rd-5th Grade Fee: $225 Class # Date Day Time Theme 3240P05-01 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 9:00am 12:00pm Archery 3240P05-02 6/30 - 7/3 M-TH 1:00 4:00pm Archery 3240P05-03 8/18 - 8/22 M-F 1:00 4:00pm Fishing For our morning/AM Specialty Camps for 3rd-5th Grade the week of 8/18-8/22, please see “Advanced Archaeology Camp" in the History Camps section. This camp will take place at both the Downers Grove Museum and Lyman Woods.

WILD CHILD NATUREPLAY CAMP

Bring out your child’s wild side and meet new friends during our parent-toddler camp! Our naturalists will lead as you experience the best of nature with your child(ren) through outdoor discovery stations, exploratory play and art projects that develop motor skills and the body’s senses. Each week will feature new themes and activities so sign up for all five weeks! Dress for the weather and to get messy! Infant siblings under 12 months are welcome to attend, but do not need to register. An adult caregiver must accompany their child. Please note that for the week of August 18-22, Wild Child NaturePlay Camp is at Lyman Woods and is $38 for both the Resident and Non-Resident rate. Age: 1-4 Min/Max: 5/20 R/NR: $38/$57 Class # Date Day Time Location 3240H05-01 6/2 - 6/6 M/W/F 9:30-10:30am Patriots Park 3240H05-02 6/23 - 6/27 M/W/F 9:30-10:30am Patriots Park 3240H05-03 7/14 - 7/18 M/W/F 9:30-10:30am Patriots Park 3240H05-04 8/4 - 8/8 M/W/F 9:30-10:30am Patriots Park 3240H05-05 8/18 - 8/22 M/W/F 9:30-10:30am Lyman Woods

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HAUNTING HISTORY CAMP Take a look at some of Downers Grove’s most mysterious myths and local legends. We’ll visit our local cemeteries and learn more about the people resting in them as well as play some fun games and make fun crafts relating to some of our more notorious local lore. Prepare yourself for mostly fun with a little scare.

Museum Camps AMERICAN GIRL DOLL CAMP It’s all about friendship and girl power at this week-long camp! Get to know some of your favorite American Girls with fun crafts, stories and adventures. Bring along your favorite doll. Boys are welcome.

Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/14 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G04-01 7/7 - 7/11 M-F

Age: 5-8 Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G01-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

9:00am-12:00pm

MESSY AND EXPLODING ART CAMP

INTRODUCTORY ARCHAEOLOGY CAMP

Paint with rockets, make exploding concoctions, and sculpt with gooey slime! Wear clothes that can get messy during this camp that combines art and science. Age: 9-12 Min/Max: 5/20 R/NR: $210/$240 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G07-01 7/14 - 7/18 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm

Calling all future archeologists! Do you have what it takes to dig in the dirt and decipher clues to the past? Then this camp is for you! Join us at the museum for a week filled with discovery and fun!

Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G02-01 6/9 - 6/13 M-F

JR. MESSY AND EXPLODING ART CAMP

9:00am-12:00pm

DOWNTOWN DISCOVERY CAMP

We’ve expanded our Messy and Exploding Art Camp for our younger campers. Now they too can paint with rockets, make exploding concoctions, and sculpt with gooey slime! Wear clothes that can get messy during this camp that combines art and science.

NEW! Discover all downtown Downers Grove has to offer. We’ll look at popular culture throughout history and how these changes in clothing, toys, movies, and music affected our local community businesses and our village as a whole.

Age: 5-8 Min/Max: 5/20 R/NR: $210/$240 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G08-01 7/21 - 7/25 M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/14 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G03-01 6/23 - 6/27 M-F

YOUNG EXPLORERS CAMP Young Explorers, come join us on an adventure through history. We’ll travel through time to discover new lands and cultures with fun hands-on activities and games.

9:00am-12:00pm

Age: 5-8 Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G05-01 7/28 - 8/1 M-F

9:00am-12:00pm

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FAIRYTALES AND FOLKTALES CAMP

Performing Arts Camps MUSICSTART CAMP

NEW! Explore some of the most popular fairytales and folktales of the 1800s. We’ll engage in fun activities and games relating to some of the more well-known stories and learn a few differences between the stories told over 100 years ago to children and the ones still told today. Age: 5-8 Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G09-01 8/4 - 8/8 M-F MYSTERIES AT THE MUSEUM Put on your detective cap and help solve mysteries at the museum. Solve a new mystery every day! 9:00am-12:00pm ADVANCED ARCHAEOLOGY CAMP NEW! Calling all future archeologists! Do you think you have the basics to dig at a real archaeology site? If so, join us this week at the Downers Grove Museum and Lyman Woods to try your hands as real archaeologists. Monday and Tuesday drop off and pick-up are at the museum. Wednesday through Friday, drop off and pick up are at Lyman Woods. Age: 8-12 Min/Max: 5/15 Fee: $210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus/ Lyman Woods Class # Date Day Time 3230G10-01 8/18 - 8/22 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/14 R/NR: $180/$210 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G06-01 8/11 - 8/15 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm

Learn to read music and play tunes! Brought to you by AES and The Music Path Company, this amazing program teaches young students the beginnings of music! Students use tablets or devices to learn and play familiar tunes in a group setting through color, letter, and note matching. This approach incorporates problem-solving strategies while ensuring no essential musical knowledge is overlooked—no shortcuts are taken when it comes to playing and reading music. Prepare your student to take any instrument by giving them a solid musical foundation with this exciting program! An iPad/Tablet device is required. Age: 5-11 R/NR: $235/$265 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: After School Enrichment Solutions Class # Date Day Time 3160A01-01 7/21 - 7/25 M-F 1:00-2:30pm STAGE STARS ACTING CAMP Does your child have a “dramatic side”? You might have a budding Stage Star in your family! This drama class introduces students to the craft of stage acting with a skilled theater instructor. During this exciting class, students will learn theatrical skills, improv basics, and participate in interactive drama games. This class provides opportunities for students to have fun, express themselves, gain confidence, and interact with others, all within the context of theatre arts. Age: 6-11 R/NR: $230/$260 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: After School Enrichment Solutions Class # Date Day Time 3161A00-01 7/7 - 7/11 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm

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LIVE ACTION FLIX MOVIE CAMP NEW! Discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we’ll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act and more. You won’t just make an incredible movie, you’ll have the skills to make your own movies with friends! Students work in age-appropriate groups and all flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Check out www.IncrediFlix.com for examples of past projects! Age: 7-13 R/NR: $293/$323 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: IncrediFlix Class # Date Day Time 3161K41-01 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm NEW! “It’s-a-me! Mario!” Learn stop motion movie making with your favorite characters from the Super Mario universe. Create a Mario movie full of fun to save the day, or even be Bowser trying to take over the world! Students work in age-appropriate groups and all flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Check out www.IncrediFlix.com for examples of past projects! Age: 7-13 R/NR: $293/$323 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: IncrediFlix Class # Date Day Time 3161K42-01 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 1:00-4:00pm LIVE ACTION & MARIO FLIX - COMBINED FULL-DAY MOVIE CAMP Join us for a full-day combo of Live Action Flix Movie Camp and Mario Flix Stop Motion Movie Camp for a discount plus free lunch supervision! Bring snacks, lunch and drink. Age: 7-13 R/NR: $556/$586 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: IncrediFlix Class # Date Day Time 3161K43-01 7/28 - 8/1 M-F 9:00am-4:00pm MARIO FLIX STOP MOTION MOVIE CAMP

Stem Camps GAME ON! MASTER BUILDERS ENGINEERING CAMP! For kids today, it’s all about the world of online video games and apps! In this interactive summer camp, campers will use LEGO ® Bricks to create and build different characters from their favorite video games. Themes such as Super Mario Bros, Roblox, Beyblades, Fortnite and Pokémon come to life through the use of our robots, mosaics, and 3D art, all made out of LEGO ® Bricks. Don’t forget classic Nintendo and SEGA themes such as Zelda, Duck Hunt, Pacman, and Sonic the Hedgehog! Each day will be a new adventure as the virtual and LEGO ® worlds combine! This camp will take place at The Fred C. Hohnke Community Center located LEGO ® CITY ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTS CAMP! Explore the structures and landscapes of a city: Campers will work in teams to design and build the city of their dreams, using LEGO ® bricks! The architects may plan a road, propose a monument, design a park or school, or imagine a skyscraper. Using our proprietary kits and model plans, campers will construct one-of-a-kind LEGO ® City models using LEGO ® bricks! Learn what it takes to become a LEGO ® City planner! Our creative camps feature LEGO ® mosaics, 3D LEGO ® color kit builds, motorized technic LEGO ® projects, daily take home arts and crafts, creative free play and more! This camp will take place at The Fred C. Hohnke Community Center located at 2600 Center Dr., Woodridge. Age: 5-9 R/NR: $222/$252 Location: Woodridge Park District Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz Class # Date Day Time 3270L30-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm at 2600 Center Dr., Woodridge. Age: 5-9 R/NR: $222/$252 Location: Woodridge Park District Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz Class # Date Day Time 3270L31-01 6/2 - 6/6 M-F 1:00-4:00pm

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