Table of Contents
50 Rock ...........................................................42-44 HOI Special Recreation Association ..................... 32 Refund Policy ............................................... 85, 106
Hiking/Walks ...................................... 30, 33, 37-38 Registration ................................................106-108
Adult Sports ......................................................... 75 Historical Reenactments ...................................... 41 Rentals ..........................................................99-101
Advisory Committees ........................................ 105 Hockey ...................................................... 20-21, 73 RiverPlex .......................................................8-13
African American Hall of Fame ............................ 77 Home School Programs Rock Climbing Wall ................................................ 8
After School Programs ................................... 77, 80 AquaPlex (5-16) ................................................. 17 Rock Island Greenway ......................................... 33
AquaPlex .....................................................14-17 Forest Park Nature Center (6-12)....................... 36 Running/Races .......................................... 8, 32, 39
Art .................................................................... 62 Luthy Botanical Garden (5-13) ...........................30
Auditions ............................................................ 64 Peoria Zoo (ages 5-13) .......................................27 Scholarships ..........................63, 78, 83, 85, 92, 106
Peoria PlayHouse (ages 5-13) ........................... 24 Scout Programs ............................13, 26, 29, 35, 39
Badminton .......................................................... 68 Seniors 50+ .....................................................42-44
Baseball ............................................. 69-70, 73, 78 Ice Fishing ............................................................ 39 Shelter Rentals (at parks) .............................99-101
Basket Weaving .................................................. 36 Ice Skating Lessons .............................................. 19 Sommer Park ....................................................41
Basketball ........................................... 73-74, 78, 84 Soccer ....................................................... 71-73, 75
Bicycle Safety Town ........................................105 Kickball ................................................................ 75 Softball ............................................................... 76
Bicycling ....................................................... 33, 105 Knitting ................................................................ 55 Songs from the Woods ........................................ 38
Birthday Parties ..........................................102-104 Spanish/English Classes ....................................... 80
Board of Trustees ........................ inside front cover Lakeview Recreation Center .............................68 Spring Break Camps ............................................. 84
Book Court and Sale ............................................ 52 Latin Dance and Hip/Hop .............................. 61, 78 Sports Performance Training ............................... 13
Boxing .................................................................. 78 Summer Camps ..............................................84-95
Landscape Consultation ...................................... 29 Swim Lessons..................................................14-17
Little Pint Sports .................................................. 73 Synchronized Skating ........................................... 19
Cake Decorating................................................... 56 Logan Recreation Center ...................................80
Camping .............................................................. 39 Luthy Botanical Garden ...............................29-31 Taijiquan .............................................................. 55
Camps .............................................................84-95 Tai Chi (Tai Ji) ................................................. 44, 55
Camp Wokanda ...........................................39-40 Magic ................................................................... 55 Tawny Oaks ......................................................40
Canoeing.............................................................. 39 Mah Jongg .......................................................... 43 Teams Course ...................................................... 41
Cheerleading ....................................................... 60 Map of Facilities .................................................. 34 Theatre Education for Children ........................... 64
Classic Movies ..................................................... 42 Marinas ............................................................. 105 Tot Time ............................................................... 23
Coaching Information .......................................... 97 Moonlight Coalition ............................................. 81 Trails .................................................................... 33
Community Children’s Theatre ............................ 63 Mother's Day ................................................. 26, 38 Travel ..............................................................50-51
Community Outreach .....................................82-83 Motor Mites ........................................................ 53
Community Recreation Classes ......................55-56 Music ..............................................................65-66 Vagabond Tours ..............................................50-51
Computer Kids ..................................................... 77 Visual Arts............................................................ 62
Concerts .............................................................. 38 Noble Center ....................................................52 Volleyball ..................................... 12-13, 68, 75, 78
Cooking Classes ............................................. 42, 56 Volunteerism ..................................................96-98
Craft Classes .................................................. 42, 55 OSF at the RiverPlex ............................................ 11
Crochet ................................................................ 55 Owens Center ..............................................18-21 Weddings ......................................................99-100
Weight Loss ....................................................10-11
Dance (youth) .................................................57-59 Painting .................................................... 36, 40, 62 Wiffleball ............................................................. 75
Dance (adult) ............................................ 44, 60-61 Park Police ......................................................... 105
Dodgeball ............................................................ 75 Park Troupe Mirage ............................................. 64 Yoga .............................................37, 44, 52, 54, 67
Dog Parks ............................................................. 76 Paths and Trails .................................................... 33 Youth Sports ........................................................ 73
Drama .................................................................. 63 Pee Wee Sports ................................................... 73
Peoria Park District Foundation ........................... 98 Zoo...................................................................25-28
Easter Egg Hunts .................................................... 3 Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum ..........22-24 Zumba ..................................................... 14, 64, 78
ELITE ...............................................................82-83 Peoria POPS Orchestra ........................................ 65
Peoria Wilds ........................................................ 38 Turn to page 2 for
Fencing ................................................................ 56 Peoria Zoo ...................................................25-28
Fitness (adult) ...................................................... 67 Personal Training ....................................... 8, 10, 44 Table of Contents
Flag Football ....................................................... 73 Photography .................................................. 43, 56
FootGolf ............................................................... 46 Piano Classes ....................................................... 66 by Age
Forest Park Nature Center ...........................35-38 Pickleball ............................................12, 53, 68, 75
Foundation, Peoria Park District .......................... 98 Pilates ............................................................ 54, 67
Franciscan Rec Complex ...............................53-54 Pioneer Days ........................................................ 41
Policies & Information ....................................... 106
Garage Sale .................................................... 54, 80 Preschool Splash ................................................. 14 Look for this symbol
Garden Classes ......................................... 30-31, 53 Proctor Recreation Center ...........................77-79 throughout the Playbook... VOLUNTEER!
Gateway Building ................................................. 99 Proctor’s Playhouse ............................................ 77 it’s next to events that pgs. 96-98
GED Program ...................................................... 81 need volunteers!
Golf ............................................................45-49
Guitar Lessons ..................................................... 65
Out looking for Pokémon®? Besides hunting in our parks, you’ll find PokéStops® at Peoria Zoo, Glen Oak Park’s Centennial
Playground and Adventure Grove, Glen Oak Amphitheatre, Luthy Botanical Garden, Lakeview Park, Donovan Park, Kellogg Golf
Course, RiverPlex, Forest Park Nature Center, Grandview Drive and along the Rock Island Greenway. Plus, Franciscan Rec Complex,
RiverPlex, Forest Park Nature Center, and the Noble Center are gyms!
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Table of Contents by Age
TOTS & PRESCHOOLERS Soccer .....................................................71-72 A Night at the Casbah ..................................59
Baseball (3-6) ..........................................69, 73 Spring Break Camps (5-14) ...........................84 All-Star Basketball Game ..............................78
Basketball (3-6) ........................................73-74 Summer Camps (5-14) .............................84-95 Animal Encounters ............................26-27, 37
Dance/Tumbling (2+) ..............................57, 59 Swim Lessons (7-15) ................................15-17 Barn Dance ...................................................40
Easter Egg Festival (1-12) ..............................54 Theatre Education for Children ....................63 Behind the Scenes Zoo Tour .........................26
Easter Egg Hunt and Carnival (3-12) .............79 Trumpet ........................................................65 Black History Program .................................79
Easter Egg Scramble (0-9) ............................27 Winter Survival .............................................36 Blood Drive ...................................................79
Explosion Cheer Team (4-16) ........................60 Book Sale .....................................................52
Golf Lessons/Clubs (3-11) ......................45, 47 YOUNG ADULT - ADULT Breakfast at the Zoo .....................................27
Happy Feet (2-5) ..........................................71 Basket Weaving (13+) ..................................36 Camp Open House ........................................84
Hockey (3-13) .........................................20, 73 Bird Watching (10+) ......................................43 Celebrating Spring Party ...............................80
Ice Skating Lessons (3-6) ..............................19 Birding Tour (14+) .........................................36 Chill Billy Winter Sporting Event ...................39
Little Pint/Pee Wee Sports (3-6) ..............72-73 Boxing (10-18) ..............................................78 Civil War Spring Drill ....................................41
Motor Mites Gym (1-5) ................................53 Cake Decorating (12+) ..................................56 Concerts .......................................................38
Northtrail Park Egg Hunt (0-10) ................3, 55 Drop-in Art Studio (13+) ...............................62 Community Garage Sales .......................54, 80
Preschool Party (2-5) ...................................36 Ecological Workdays (14+) ............................38 Dance Recital ................................................59
Preschool Splash (1-5) ..................................14 Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt (10-13) ...............54 Doggie Easter Egg Hunt ................................39
Proctor’s Playhouse (0-5) .............................77 Garlic Mustard Pull (16+) ..............................38 Drama Festival ..............................................63
Soccer (2-5) .............................................71-73 HRYC Grow Our Own Scholarship Program ..83 Eagles on the Illinois River ............................40
Swim Lessons (6 mos.-7 yrs) ....................15-16 Ice Skating Lessons (7+) ................................19 Essential Oils Classes ....................................26
Tot Time (1-3) ...............................................23 Leafless Tree ID (10+) ...................................37 Festival ..........................................................38
Totally Tots (1-5) ...........................................13 Paint a Wren House (6-12) ...........................36 Family Workshops ........................................23
Underwater Egg Hunt (3-8) ..........................14 Photography (16+) ..................................43, 56 Frogwatch Training .......................................26
Zoo Tots (2-4) ................................................27 Piano (14+) ...................................................66 Garden Walks ...............................................30
Pony Baseball (13-14) ..................................70 Great American Cleanup .............................79
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tai Ji (ages 16+) .............................................55 HISRA Registration Fair .................................95
After School Programs (6-15) .................77, 80 Volleyball Leagues (14-18) ......................75, 78 Ice Fishing ....................................................39
Artist’s Palette (7-14) ....................................62 Volunteerism (14+) ..................................96-98 Kite Flying Day ..............................................80
Baseball Clinics (6-12) ......................69, 70, 78 Winter Birding (12+) .....................................39 "Lion King, Jr." ...............................................64
Basketball (4-14) ...............................74, 77, 78 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act .83 Logan Park Bicycle Fair .................................80
Cheer/Dance (4-13) .................................57-60 Yoga (13+) ............................. 37, 44, 52, 54, 67 Maple Syrup Workshop ................................40
Coach Pitch (6-8) .........................................69 Zumba (14+) .....................................14, 67, 78 Mother’s Day Hike .......................................38
Container Gardens for Kids (6-12) ................30 National Public Garden Day ..........................30
Creative Clay Building (6-14) ........................62 ADULTS ONLY: 18+ Old Time Folk & Country Jam .......................37
Crochet (9+) ..................................................55 Adult Maker Space Nights ............................23 Peoria POPS Spring Concert .........................65
Dance Classes (6-16)................................57-59 Badminton ....................................................68 Pioneer Days .................................................41
Drop-in Art Studio (6+) .................................62 Basketball (Open Gyms) ...............................67 Remarkable Reptiles .....................................27
Easter Egg Hunt and Carnival (3-12) .............54 Dance Classes ..........................................60-61 River Spirit Flute Circle .................................37
Easter Egg Festival (1-12) .............................79 Dodgeball League .........................................75 Signs of Spring ..............................................38
Easter Egg Scramble (0-9) ............................27 Gardening ................................................30-31 Songs from the Woods .................................38
Explosion Cheer Team (4-16) ........................60 GED Classes ..................................................81 Spring Plant Sale ...........................................30
Fencing (5-14) ...............................................56 Golf Lessons/Clinics ......................................45 St. Patrick's Day Snake Lore ..........................37
Forest Fairy Tea Party ...................................36 Good Eats from the Garden ..........................30 Wildflower Walk ...........................................38
Gardening .....................................................53 Hockey League ..............................................21 Winter Wonder Walks ..................................37
Golf Lessons (7+) .....................................45-46 Ice Skating Lessons/Adults ...........................19 Year of the Roster .........................................26
Guitar (8+) ....................................................65 Men’s Chess, Pool & Dominoes Club ............77
Hockey (3-13) ...............................................20 Kick Back .......................................................80 ADULTS: 50+
Home School Classes: Kickball League .............................................75 50 Rock Section .......................................42-44
AquaPlex (5-16) ..........................................17 Landscape Consultation ...............................29 Senior Softball...............................................76
Forest Park Nature Center (6-12) ...............36 Losing Weight .........................................10, 11
Luthy Botanical Garden (5-13) ...................30 Moonlight Coalition ................................81, 83
Peoria Zoo (ages 5-13) ...............................27 Painting a Winter Scene ...............................40
Peoria PlayHouse (ages 5-13) ....................24 Personal Training ................................8, 10, 44
Ice Skating Lessons (7+) ................................19 Pickleball .................................... 12, 53, 68, 75
Kid and Family Workshops (4-14) .................23 Relationships...Botanically Speaking ............30 Look for this symbol
Knitting (9+) ..................................................55 Romance at the Zoo .....................................26
Magic (8+) ....................................................55 Soccer ..........................................................72 throughout the Playbook... VOLUNTEER!
it’s next to events that
pgs. 96-98
Messy Monsters (6-9) ...................................62 Softball .........................................................76 need volunteers!
Minors and Majors (9-12) ............................70 Swimming Lessons .......................................17
Mixed Media (6-12) ......................................62 Tours ........................................................50-51
Morning Bird Hike ........................................37 Volleyball Leagues ..................................12, 75
Owl Prowl (5+) ..............................................37 Volleyball, Open ..........................................68
Peoria Youth Orchestra ................................79 Wiffleball .....................................................75
Piano (5-13) ..................................................66 Zootini ..........................................................27
Reverse Science Fair .....................................37 FAMILY PROGRAMS
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Special Events
Reset Your Health. Reset Your Life.
NOW IS THE TIME! Join RiverPlex Reset.
Kickoff for RiverPlex Reset, our competitive weight loss program, is
January 21! This program runs January 21-April 8.
Call 282-1543 to sign up today!
$595/RiverPlex members, $645/non-members
Includes group training, nutrition coaching, Bod Pod sessions, and
more!
WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE
Find out more at www.peoriaparks.org/RiverplexReset
See pages 8-13 for all RiverPlex training programs.
It’s never too early to
plan Summer Fun!
See all our camp options
PAGES 84-95 starting on page 84.
Northtrail Park More Egg Hunts:
Easter Egg Hunt Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt at Franciscan Rec Complex
Friday,4/7 • Ages 10-13 • See page 54
Easter Egg Festival at Franciscan Rec Complex
Northtrail Park • Saturday, April 8th Saturday, 4/8 • Ages 1-12 • See page 54
12:00 pm • $4/child Easter Egg Scramble at Peoria Zoo
CODE 77625 • Ages 0-3 VOLUNTEER! Saturday, 4/8 • Ages 0-9 • See page 27
CODE 77626 • Ages 4-6 pgs. 96-98 Easter Egg Hunt & Carnival at Proctor Center
CODE 77627 • Ages 7-10 Friday,4/14 • Ages 3-12 • See page 79
We’ll have lots of candy and prized-filled Underwater Easter Egg Hunts at AquaPlex
eggs for children under 10. Egg hunt will Saturday, 4/15 • Ages 3-8 • See page 14
start promptly at 12 pm. Registration Doggie Easter Egg Hunt at Camp Wokanda
required. Saturday, 4/15• All ages • See page 39
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SATURDAY Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Eagles on the Illinois River, Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Winter Wonder Walks, Peoria Youth Orchestra Enrollment, p. 79 Chill Billy Winter Sporting Event, p. 39 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 River Spirit Flute Circle, RiverPlex Reset Kickoff, Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Winter Wonder Walks,
7 p. 37 14 p. 37 21 p. 37 p. 10 28 p. 37 Preschool Splash, p. 14 AquaPlex at the RiverPlex Ages 1-5 • Ongoing through May 12 $3/PERSON, FREE FOR MEMBERS
FRIDAY Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Prescho
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THURSDAY Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash,
January 2017 Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary
5 12 19 26 Proctor’s Playhouse, p.77 Let your kids have an adventure in Proctor’s Playhouse while you socialize with other parents. We have scooters, tricycles, wagons, play mats and skates. Parents must stay with their children. Ages 6 months-5 years Mon-Wed • 1/9-4/5, 10 am-12 pm • $1
WEDNESDAY Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Men’s Club, p. 77 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Park Board Meeting Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Men’s Club, p. 77 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in
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TUESDAY Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Owl Prowl, p. 37 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Classic Movie, p. 42 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 HISRA Registration Fair, Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p
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MONDAY Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Drop-in Yoga, p. 37, 52, 54 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Body Conditioning, p. 54 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Registration Opens, p. 106 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Drop-in Yoga, p. 37, 52, 54 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Body Conditioning, p. 54 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Reverse Science Fair, P. 37 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Adult Volleyball, p. 68, 75
2 9 16 23 30
SUNDAY Happy New ear! Y Adult Badminton, p. 68 Old Time Folk & Country Animal Encounters, p. 37 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Kick Back, p. 80 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Animal Encounters, p. 37 Garden Walk, p. 30
1 8 Jam, p. 37 Tot Time, p. 23 15 22 29
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SATURDAY Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Leafless Tree ID, p. 37 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 River Spirit Flute Circle, Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Leafless Tree ID, p. 37 Blood Drive, p. 75
4 11 18 p. 37 25 Adult Fitness, p. 67 Check out the variety of classes you can attend!
FRIDAY Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool
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THURSDAY Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p.
ebruary 2017 Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary
2 9 16 23 Open Basketball, p. 78 Join us for full court basketball. Don’t forget to
WEDNESDAY Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Park Board Meeting Open Pickleball, p. 12 Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Open Pickleball, p. 12 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More,
1 8 15 22
TUESDAY Black History Program, p. 79 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Owl Prowl, p. 37 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Classic Movie, p. 42 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Pre
7 14 21 28
MONDAY Show the Park Some Love, p. 37 Drop by Forest Park Nature Center anytime from Feb. 1st through Valentine’s Day to leave a love note for the park! We will have paper, crayons, markers and more set up in the bird room to let your creativity fly. Let us know why you love the nature center! You can either hang up your Forest Park Valentine to display, or leave it in the mailbox provided for staff to read. 6 Motor Mites, p. 53 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Adult Volleyball, p. 6
SUNDAY 2/1-2/14 • During Regular Business Hours Adult Badminton, p. 68 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Old Time Folk & Country Animal Encounters, p. 37 Garden Walk, p. 30 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Animal Encounters, p. 37 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Kick Back, p. 80
F 5 Tot Time, p. 23 12 Jam, p. 37 19 26
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SATURDAY Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 A Night at the Casbah, p. 59 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Remarkable Reptiles, p. 27 River Spirit Flute Circle, Kite Flying Day, p. 80 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Community Garage Sale,
4 11 18 p. 37 25 April 1 p. 80
FRIDAY Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Prescho
3 10 17 24 31
THURSDAY Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Book Smarts: Peer Review, Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p.
March 2017 Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary
2 9 16 p. 43 23 30
WEDNESDAY Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Men’s Club, p. 77 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Park Board Meeting Open Pickleball, p. 12 Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Men’s Club, p. 77 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yo
1 8 15 22 29
Motor Mites, p. 53 Franciscan Recreation Open Gym for Ages 1-5 Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 7 14 Classic Movie, p. 42 21 28
TUESDAY Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Pres
MONDAY Center 6 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Adult Volleyball, p. 68, 75 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Drop-in Yoga, p. 37, 52, 54 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Body Conditioning, p. 54 13 Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Adult Volleyball, p. 68, 75 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Drop-in Yoga, p. 37, 52, 54 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Body Conditioning, p. 54 20 Motor Mites, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p.
Mah Jongg, p. 43 Mondays and Wednesday, ongoing 1-3 pm $3/session or $25/10 visit punch card
SUNDAY Noble Center 5 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Garden Walk, p. 30 12 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 37 St. Patrick’s Day Snake Lore, p. 37 Tot Time, p. 23 Garden Walk, p. 30 19 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Garden Walk, p. 30 26 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Kick Back, p. 80
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Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 A Night at the Casbah, p. 59 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Remarkable Reptiles, p. 27 River Spirit Flute Circle, p. 37 Kite Flying Day, p. 80 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Community Garage Sale, p. 80 SATURDAY 8 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Spring Floral Show, p. 30 Tell Your Story, p. 79 Easter Egg Festival, p. 54 Easter Egg Scramble, p. 27 15 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 River Spirit Flute Circle, p. 37 Morning Bird Hike, p. 37 Sprin
Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Adult Pickl
Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Book Smarts: Peer Review, p. 43 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p
Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Men’s Club, p. 77 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Park Board Meeting Open Pickleball, p. 12 Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studio, p. 62 Men’s Club, p. 77 Maj Jongg, p. 43 Open Pickleball, p. 12 Motor Mites, p. 53 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Core and More, p. 44 Drop-in Yoga, p. 52, 54 Drop-in Art Studi
Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Classic Movie, p. 42 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job Hunt at Logan, p. 80 Open Pickleball, p. 53 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 50 Rock Walk & More, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Job
Mah Jongg, p. 43 Noble Center Mondays and Wednesday, ongoing 1-3 pm $3/session or $25/10 visit punch card Motor Mites, p. 53 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Garden Walk, p. 30 Adult Volleyball, p. 68, 75 Adult Pickleball, p. 68 Drop-in Yoga, p. 37, 52, 54 Fun and Fit Over 50, p. 44 Preschool Splash, p. 14 Body Conditioning, p. 54 Proctor’s PlayHouse, p. 77 Adult Badminton, p. 68 Open Climb Hours, p. 8 Old Time Folk & Country Adult Volleyball, p. 6
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RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center
600 NE Water St. • 282-1700 • www.riverplex.org facebook.com/RiverPlex @peoriariverplex
RiverPlex Memberships
All RiverPlex memberships include:
Fitness Center • AquaPlex • Elevated 1/8 Mile Indoor
Track • Group Exercise Classes • Members Gym •
Locker Rooms, Steam Room and Sauna • Climbing
Wall
AT A GLANCE
The RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Every new RiverPlex member receives:
Center is the culmination of a partnership Healthy Start Program • Bod Pod or Personal
between the Peoria Park District and OSF Wellness Profile
Saint Francis Medical Center. Members also receive reduced prices on:
Kidz Korner • Day Camp • Swim Lessons • Personal
It is designed to offer a unique, holistic Training • Towel Service
approach to recreation and wellness,
fitness and preventative health care
services and a host of leisure programs. It Ready to become a member?
includes an indoor cycling studio, indoor
family aquatic center, climbing wall, Come meet our staff and take a tour!
1/8 mile elevated running track, arena, Stop in or call 691-1542.
aerobic/dance studio, 15,900 sq. ft. fitness
floor, massage area, steam rooms and RiverPlex Use by Non-Members
sauna, kitchen, and classrooms. Drop in for the Day: Pay a daily fee for full access
SUPERVISOR Sue Wheeler to the facility. You’ll enjoy everything full members
[email protected] do for just $11/day for adults.
HOURS Drop in for Classes: Buy a single class or 10-visit
Mon-Fri 5 am-10 pm pass for $50 and participate in any one of our 100+ fitness and aquatic exercise
Sat-Sun 7 am-7 pm
classes each week.
4/16 Closed
Register for Swim Lessons or Rec Programs: The RiverPlex offers dozens of
Find weather-related closings at Learn-To-Swim classes, along with camps and special events. Swim lessons are on
www.riverplex.org pages 14-17.
BIRTHDAYS See pg. 103 Rock Climbing Wall
RENT THE RIVERPLEX See pg. 100
Free For Members During Open Climb Hours
Cost For Non-Members is $5.00*
Try our 30-foot climbing wall! It features multiple
routes and can accommodate all skill levels and ages.
Open Climb Hours
subject to change - see www.peoriaparks.org/rockwall
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays:
4-9 pm (age 16+ only from 7-9 pm)
Saturdays: 11 am-3 pm
*Pay at the front desk. Punch Cards available.
Whether it’s a weekly 15 minute sports massage after a fitness class, a Runners Therapy post-race, or a therapeutic session for a
specific ache, pain, or injury, our licensed massage therapists can help you ReNew your muscles and have you feeling ready for
more. Schedule an appointment today and discover the ReNew experience. Special pricing for RiverPlex members. Call now to
schedule your appointment: (309) 829-2004.
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RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center
600 NE Water St. • 282-1700 • www.riverplex.org
Training Programs
Contact Justin Bolkema at (309) 282-1506 or [email protected] for more
information on these programs, or sign up at the RiverPlex Front Desk.
Standard Pricing for all RiverPlex Training Programs
Unless otherwise noted, pricing for training programs is:
6 sessions – $69/members, $99/non-members
10 sessions - $115/members, $165/non-members
12 sessions – $125/members, $180/non-members
16 sessions – $160/members, $240/non-members
Women with Weights 101 BurnZone
2/21-3/14 • Tuesdays at 6 am and 6 pm 4/18-5/25
Members $50/Non-members $65 Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 am, 9 am, and 5:30 pm
• Warm-Up, Weight Training, Core/Cardio, and Cool-Down/ This program uses Science and Technology partnered with
Educational session. Effort and Intensity to ensure you are training at an optimal
• Focus on building lean muscle necessary for weight loss/toning. level. Heart Rate monitors and carefully planned training
• Learn weight training techniques, exercises and equipment. sessions will ensure each and every individual is within their
• Learn how to incorporate weight training into your current Target Heart Rate Zone.
workout regimen.
*Must bring your own heart rate monitoring system and
chest strap which you can purchase at the OSF Marketplace
Women with Weights 102 **Must bring a high level of effort and ability to tolerate
3/21-4/11 • Tuesdays at 6 am and 6 pm loud music and intensity
Members $50/Non-members $65
Learn how to better strengthen your core: abdomen, lower back,
hips and pelvic floor muscles. A large number of women suffer from • Maximize Calorie Burn
bladder control issues while exercising, lower back pain, and more. • Sync With Your
Attend this class and learn how to develop a strength workout in the Smartphone
weight room that’s right for you! • Challenge Your Friends
• EFFORT REWARDED
Cardio Core
2/23-3/31 • Thursdays at 5:30 pm and Fridays at 5:30 am
This class is exactly what it sounds like - one full hour of a cardio and
core combination that will melt calories, tone your muscles, and H.I.R.T!
crank up your metabolism throughout the day using bodyweight/low and Thursdays at HIRT
1/10-2/16 • Tuesdays
impact exercises, the fitness floor, the training studio, outdoors, and a
variety of training modalities. This class will be intense no matter your 5:30 am, 9 am, and HIGH INTENSITY RESISTANCE TRAINING
fitness level. 6 pm
What if you could burn loads of calories and build lean
Race Your Level muscle at the SAME time in just an hour or less? Good news
4/17-5/22 • Mondays at 6 pm – you can but it might H.I.R.T! High Intensity Resistance
Want to take your training further? Check out Race Your Level. All Training is a form of exercise that will push your body to its
sessions include Functional Movement Screening on the first Monday ultimate limits.
and last Monday of the session. Results along with recommendations - HIIT/Tabata/Crossfit style training but with individualized
will be emailed after the first screening. modifications and progressions to best suit each individual
- Strength training for fat loss
boot Boot Camp - Increase metabolism-boosting muscle
- Burn more calories in less time
2/28-4/6 • Tuesdays at 5:30 am and 5:30 pm
camp and Thursdays at 5:30 am - Increase anaerobic and aerobic endurance
Boot Camp personal trainers will push you By incorporating weight training and cardio into a fast paced
through strength training, core work and routine while you’re racing against the time clock – you’ll be
more during this intense 60 minute class. You can expect to gain working both aerobically and anaerobically to torch calories
and build lean muscle. It’ll be quick, it’ll be sweaty, and it’ll
muscle, lose fat mass, and feel like a better version of you after be worth it!
these 6 weeks!
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Reset Your Health.
Reset Your Life.
NOW IS THE TIME!
Peoria Park District’s RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center and OSF
Wellness Services are proud to sponsor RiverPlex Reset. Let us help you
reclaim your health!
The program begins January 21, 2017 with an orientation and kick off event,
where all participant’s starting weight will be recorded. Competition and
training begins the week of January 23, 2017 and will end on April 18, 2017.
WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE
RiverPlex Reset is for individuals age 18 and older who have more than 15
pounds to lose.
What’s Included: Program Structure:
• Group Personal Training sessions • Participants will compete against one another to
2x a week for 12 weeks lose weight and body fat.
• Nutrition sessions with OSF • Each individual will be put on a team of six to
1x a week for 10 weeks (choose from two time slots) eight people.
• 2 Wellness Coaching sessions • Each team will have 2 personal trainers to train
• 2 PT Coaching sessions them twice a week for 12 weeks.
• Weigh-ins weekly • Nutrition sessions led by a licensed OSF
• 1 Bod Pod Test (tests body fat %) Registered Dietitian.
• Circumference measurements
• 2 Fitness Tests
• T-shirt $595/RiverPlex members, $645/non-members
• Prize opportunities during & at the end of the program Sign up by 12/23 for a discount!
Find out more at www.peoriaparks.org/RiverplexReset
Spring Break Camp
April 10-17 • Ages 5-12
6:45 am-5:30 pm Code Day-Date
Have a blast during your winter break from school! Our
professional staff provides a wide variety of activities 76482 M: 4/10
including games, sport activities, arts and crafts, playtime 76483 Tu: 4/11
in the AquaPlex and more! Bring your own lunch and we 76484 W: 4/12
will provide an afternoon snack and drink. Don’t forget 76485 Th: 4/13
your suit and towel!
76486 F: 4/14
Member/Resident Cost: $30/day, $170/entire camp 76487 M: 4/17
Non-Resident Cost: $34/day, $194/entire camp 76488 ALL 6 DAYS
ENTIRE CAMP CODE: 76488
Follow Camp on Facebook! www.facebook.com/RiverplexDayCamp
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RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center
600 NE Water St. • 282-1700 • www.riverplex.org
THE ARENA:
With 18,000 square feet, the arena includes three basketball courts
with partitions, bleachers with seating for up to 300, accessible
restrooms and locker rooms, as well as two separate entrances.
Hourly rates depend on group size and range from $60.00/hour per
court to $165.00/hour for the full Arena plus staffing.
Call 282-1508 for more information.
OSF Wellness Services at the RiverPlex
Medical Exercise/SilverSneakers® Program Sports Nutrition Coaching
This medically based wellness program offers a wide range of exercise Are you training for an event, involved in athletics, or simply wanting
and education classes that can enrich your overall health. Whether to know more about exercise and nutrition? Our registered dietitian
you have a chronic health condition requiring medical supervision will guide you towards healthier eating through a personalized
or simply want to have fun taking care of your body, our health sports nutrition coaching plan. Sessions include calorie and nutrient
professionals can help. We offer more than 60 land and water recommendations, meal plans and tips for achieving long-term
exercise classes as well as weekly wellness education. A physician’s health and wellness success.
consent is required.
The Bod Pod®
Fitness for Parkinson’s disease Have you ever wondered what your body fat percentage is? The
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease? Bod Pod® is the most accurate body composition assessment device
The focus of this medically supervised class is to improve flexibility, available to measure lean body mass, body fat percentage and
endurance, balance, strength, and overall well-being. Classes resting metabolic rate. Body composition tells you more about your
accommodate all fitness levels and a physician’s consent is required. state of fitness than a scale or your physical appearance. Call 309-
282-1600 to schedule your Bod Pod.
Group Warm and Cool Water Classes
Warm water classes are Weight Management Services
designed to help you If you have made weight loss attempts in the past, only to regain the
decrease pain and stiffness, weight, then it’s time to try something different. Partner with us to
improve range of motion, get the whole picture of your health and map out the best plan of
and strengthen muscles. The action to get the weight off for good. You will meet with an Advanced
water eliminates pressure from Practice Nurse (APN) for a medical evaluation, Bod Pod test (body
joints and allows freedom composition), measurements, and any necessary blood work. Your
to maximize the intensity of plan of action could include any of the following: personal nutrition
workouts for greater benefit. counseling, fitness coaching, Lose it for Life (group class), HMR
Multiple Sclerosis Cool Water Program for Weight Management, or surgical weight loss. We’re in it
Classes focus on stretching, for the long haul. Even after you’ve reached your goal weight, you’ll
strengthening, balance, coordination, increasing circulation and have support to keep the weight off for good.
reducing spasticity. You can easily access the pools by using a double
handrail stairway or a chair lift. OSF Surgical Weight Loss Center of Excellence
OSF Wellness Services and Peoria Surgical Group work together to
Fitness Coaching guide individuals through weight loss surgery and provide the tools
Do you need help developing a personalized exercise routine? Meet needed to live a new healthy lifestyle.
with an OSF Exercise Specialist to set up your fitness program and
set wellness goals. Our specialists dedicate themselves in helping Please call 309-282-1600 for more information about the OSF
individuals with chronic health conditions. Wellness Services or visit our website
www.osfhealthcare.org/saint-francis/services/healthy-living/
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Adult Sports at the RiverPlex
To sign up for RiverPlex Volleyball Leagues, please email Dave
Branyan at [email protected]. Emails must include player
names, emails and cell phone numbers. Please be sure you receive
a confirmation reply. For more information please email or call Paws to Read
(309) 360-0111. Children of all ages are invited to read books
with a special canine friend for a dog-gone good
NEW at the RiverPlex time. Participants will receive a certificate, book
Open Play Pickleball mark and lots of attention from an adoring dog.
Wednesday mornings through May 24, 9am – noon Jan 28 • Fondulac Library • 1 pm
Feb 25 • Chillicothe Library • 10 am
March 11 • Morton Library • 11 am
INDOOR VOLLEYBALL April 11 • Peoria Public Library,
Lakeview Branch • 11:30 am
(Coed & Women’s 6’s) May 6 • Washington Library, • 1 pm
AT THE RIVERPLEX
Whether you are looking to get started in this exciting
sport or already have college or club experience, our
leagues are a great place to have fun & meet new
friends.
2017 RIVERPLEX
ADULT WOMEN’S
VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
Sunday’s
A & B divisions. Pet First Aid Class
3 sessions each year – Jan-Mar, Sept-Oct, and March 4 • 9 am-12 pm • $40
Nov-Dec The Peoria Humane Society will host a special
Game times: 4:00pm, 5:00pm or 6:00pm course for pet lovers. Participants will learn
how to prepare for common pet emergencies,
January – March session begins January 8 including:
• CPR & First Aid Breathing
2017 RIVERPLEX • Relief of Choking
ADULT CO-ED • Symptoms & Care for Common Ailments
and Emergencies
VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES • Instructions for Pet First Aid Kit
Tuesday & Wednesday Co-ed volleyball leagues
4-5 divisions each night
4 sessions each year – Jan – Feb, Mar-Apr,
Sept-Oct, and Nov-Dec
Game times: 5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm or 8:30pm
January – February sessions begin January 10 & 11
2017 RIVERPLEX
SUMMER SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
Starts the week of May 15, 2017 (weather permitting)
Volleyball moves outdoors for the summer months at the
RiverPlex. We have 10 courts located on the riverfront next Education Center • 2600 NE Perry Ave.
to the RiverPlex. Register early! These leagues fill fast.
Call 672-2447 to register!
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RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center
600 NE Water St. • 282-1700 • www.riverplex.org
Events and Programs in the Arena
Special Olympics (SO) Basketball Game Day January 7, 2017 Building Steam
Come watch HISRA’s SO Basketball teams battle it out. If Wednesdays, April 6 through June 15
interested in volunteering contact HISRA at 309-691-1929. Building Steam is an 11-week wellness program designed to help
walkers, joggers and runners get ready for the Steamboat Classic
4th Annual JEMS JAM 4-Mile Run/Walk or 4K Fun Run/Walk.
Presented by IL JEMS and IL HEAT
February 18-19, 2017 Trained volunteers coach participants on warm-ups, stretching,
Grades 4th-8th grade nutrition and practice—beginning slowly and “building up” for
RiverPlex Gymnasium the trip to the Steamboat Classic finish line, June 17, 2017.
Girls and Boys basketball shootout
3 games guaranteed for $150 All ages, abilities and experience levels are welcome, and special
Call Jonelle McCloud or Tory Davis for details programs are offered for Boy Scouts (Scouting Steam), young
309-369-7788 or 309-472-9881 athletes (Rising Steam) and those with special needs (Access
Steam). It’s a great way to get fit, make friends and have fun!
Peoria Mother of Twins Club Fall Clothing and Equipment Sale
Saturday, March 18, 2017 Totally Tots: AGES 1-5
8 am-12 pm • $1.00 admission fee Tuesdays and Thursdays,
18,000 sq. ft. full of infant and children's clothing, sizes Preemie January 3 - April 27
to Juniors, strollers, car seats, toys, books, shoes, nursery 9:30am-11:30am
decorations, bibs, blankets, maternity clothing, diaper bags and $3/child Sign in at the Front desk
MUCH more! Admission is free or you can donate to our 2017 Children under 1 are free, please sign in and pay at the front
philanthropy - METAvivor. Visit pmotsale.com for information. desk. We ask there not to be any food or drink allowed in the
gym due to food allergies please.
Junior Sports
Junior Girls and Boys Volleyball Program
This excellent program is the area leader in providing good fundamental volleyball skills to girls and boys in central Illinois. We
encourage all potential players to participate. The focus of the Eastside Volleyball Club, Inc. is to increase the level of play of
volleyball throughout the area, including an Elite program. Visit www.eastsidevb.com or contact Tim at [email protected] or call
(309) 699-8738.
After great success in 2016 the Eastside Volleyball club will again partner the with RIVERPLEX SPORTS PERFORMANCE. Up to 2
nights per week the girls will work with their staff pre/post practice developing the sport specific qualities required to reach their
full potential. Last year we averaged 3 inch improvements on vertical jump, 3.2 inches on their approach, 10 inches on their broad
jump, and a 1.3 second decrease in change of direction time. Staff has elite level schooling, certifications, and experience working
with middle school through DI SEC volleyball teams. Not only will you become more powerful, fast, and efficient on the court, but
will also significantly reduce your chances for injury. In addition, we provide Mental Strength training to complement the strength
training and give athletes that competitive edge.
Girls JHS/Grade School Try-out/Assessment
February 12, 2017
10U/12U 13U/14U
3:30 pm - Registration 5:30 pm - Registration
4:00 to 6:00 pm - On Court Try-out 6:00 to 8:00 pm - On Court Try-out
PRIVATE LESSONS
Call Tim Vandeschraaf at 309-699-8738 if would like to arrange private lessons with one of our excellent coaches.
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AquaPlex at the RiverPlex
600 NE Water Street • 282-1531 facebook.com/PPDAquatics
PLEASE NOTE
COORDINATOR OF AQUATICS • Children 10 years and younger must be
Jordan Schertz: accompanied by a parent/guardian (age
[email protected] 17+) outside of open swim hours.
• During open hours, children 7 and under Underwater
ADMISSION must be accompanied by a parent/
RiverPlex members swim at NO charge. guardian (17+) in the pool area. Children Egg Hunts
Admission for non-members: 5 and under must be accompanied by an
Child 2 & under when adult in the water at all times. Saturday, April 15 at the AquaPlex
accompanied by a paid adult Free • We do not allow any outside inflatables, Ages 3-8 • Fee-M/NM: $5/$7
Child (3-12 years) $5 which include, but are not limited to, Code 76638: 9:00-9:45 am
Adult (13-61 years) $7 arm wings and rafts of any kind. Code 76637: 10:00-10:45 am
Senior (62 & up) $5 • The whirlpool is for ages 17 and up.
Spectator $2 Forget the lawn - we’re hunting for eggs
Groups of 15 or more may qualify for BROWNIES/GIRL SCOUTS underwater! Participants must pre-register
special group rates. Call 282-1531 to make OR CUB SCOUTS/BOY SCOUTS and bring their own basket. Parents must
reservations. Bring your troop in for an afternoon of accompany ages 3-5 into the pool.
fun at a special rate of $3/child. For an
SPLASH POOL/OPEN SWIM HOURS additional $2/child our instructors will help
Enjoy our 2-story waterslide, lazy river, your troop earn their swim badges. Please
splash equipment and zero-depth pool. call 282-1531 for available times.
Monday-Friday 5-8 pm
Saturday and Sunday 12-7 pm
Spring Break Swim Schedule Preschool Splash
The AquaPlex will have additional open
swim hours during Spring Break:
March 28-April 1 12-8 pm Monday-Friday, 10-11:30 am Join us for this parent-child program in
Ages 1-5 • Ongoing through May 12 the leisure pool. Children enjoy the splash
LAP POOL HOURS $3/person, free for members features and play stations with a parent or
Swim laps in our 25-yard pool or relax guardian who swims with them.
in the whirlpool overlooking the river!
Lap Swim punch cards good for 10
admissions may be purchased for $50. Water Aerobics
Monday-Friday 5 am-10 pm All classes are free to RiverPlex members. OSF Arthritis: Join us for a workout in the
Saturday and Sunday 7 am-7 pm Non-members may purchase a 10 pass warm water to improve your joint range of
punch card for $50. Please pick up a water motion and strength - there is easy entrance
AQUAPLEX BIRTHDAYS pg. 97-99 aerobics schedule at the RiverPlex or at into the pool. A Physician Consent form is
www.peoriaparks.org. required. Call 282-1605 to register.
PRIVATE RENTALS Aqua Zumba: Perfect for those looking OSF Multiple Sclerosis: Focus on stretching,
Held after open hours, your group has to make a splash by adding a low-impact, joint range of motion, muscle strengthening,
exclusive rights to the Aquatic Center! high-energy aquatic exercise to their fitness balance and coordination in a positive social
Call 282-1531 for rates. routine. There is less impact on your joints setting. A Physician Consent form is required.
during an Aqua Zumba class so you can really Call 282-1605 to register.
PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS let loose. Water creates natural resistance,
Available to swimmers of all ages and which means every step is more challenging Run the Rapids: This class will give you the
benefits of running without all the stress on
abilities, private lessons are a great way and helps tone your muscles. your body. Water shoes recommended.
to get personalized instruction tailored Senior Fit: A great class set to upbeat music
exactly to a swimmer’s individual needs. for the mature aerobics fan. Held in the warm Ai Chi: An end of the week breather! Relax
We will pair you up with one of our water therapy pool, this class is great for and get a great workout while our instructors
qualified instructors and can set up a those who want strengthening, additional lead you through a series of controlled
time that works with your schedule. For flexibility, and those with joint problems. movements and breathing techniques set to
more information, contact Jordan at serene music.
282-1531 or stop by the pool office! Tummies and Thighs: This class is designed to High/Low: A great overall workout and
work your abs and your thighs (plus your legs conditioning class that includes a warm-up,
and lower back). cardio and strengthening and cool down.
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YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A RIVERPLEX Pre-Journey 1: Ages 4-7
MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN SWIM LESSONS. This class is for children who have had NO swimming experience or
who may be timid in getting into the water.
Fees: M = RiverPlex Members
R = Peoria Park District Residents, NR = Non-Residents Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
Exploration 1: Ages 6-24 months 76389 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 5:00-5:30 pm $29/$33/$37
This class is for infants and adults to enjoy together. An instructor will 76382 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 5:00-5:30 pm $29/$33/$37
lead the group through a series of developmentally appropriate water
activities. Class is held in the warm water pool for added comfort. 76383 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 5:00-5:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76384 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 5:00-5:30 pm $29/$33/$37
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76375 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 5:00-5:30 pm $17/$19/$22
76335 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76388 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76329 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76385 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76330 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76386 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76331 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76387 Sa: 4/8, 4/22, & 4/29 9:00-9:40 am $17/$19/$22
76321 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:35-7:05 pm $17/$19/$22
76381 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:00-9:40 am $11/$13/$15
76336 Sa: 1/14-2/4 10:30-11:00 am $22/$25/$29
76332 Sa: 2/11-3/4 10:30-11:00 am $22/$25/$29 Journey 1: Ages 4-7
76333 Sa: 3/11-4/1 10:30-11:00 am $22/$25/$29 This course is for children who are comfortable in the water and have
76334 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 10:30-11:00 am $15/$17/$19 some water experience. This course will focus on floating, kicking,
breathing and beginner strokes. Register early - class fills quickly!
76322 Sa: 5/13-5/20 10:30-11:00 am $11/$13/$15
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
Exploration 2: Ages 24 months-3 years
This class is specifically for toddlers and adults to enjoy and learn 76451 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37
together. An instructor will lead the adults through different swim 76452 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
exercises and activities to promote independent swimming for the 76453 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
child. This class is held in the warm water pool for added comfort. 76430 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR 76431 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76350 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 76432 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76343 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 76433 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37
76344 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 76434 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76345 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 76435 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76342 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 7:10-7:40 pm $17/$19/$22 76436 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37
76349 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:45-10:15 am $22/$25/$29 76437 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76346 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:45-10:15 am $22/$25/$29 76438 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76347 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:45-10:15 am $22/$25/$29 76390 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 5:30-6:00 pm $17/$19/$22
76348 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:45-10:15 am $17/$19/$22 76391 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:00-6:30 pm $17/$19/$22
76337 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:45-10:15 am $11/$13/$15 76392 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 7:10-7:40 pm $17/$19/$22
Voyagers: Age 3 76450 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
This is an introduction to swimming for toddlers who have attended 76449 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:45-10:25 am $22/$25/$29
Exploration 1 and/or Exploration 2 and have been promoted into this 76448 Sa: 1/14-2/4 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
class, or are 3 years old at the start of the class. Participants will learn
water independence, basic water movement and floats in the warm 76439 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
water pool. Adults are not in the water with children in this class. 76440 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:45-10:25 am $22/$25/$29
Register early - class fills quickly! 76441 Sa: 2/11-3/4 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR 76442 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76374 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76443 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:45-10:25 am $22/$25/$29
76367 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76444 Sa: 3/11-4/1 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
76368 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76445 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:00-9:40 am $17/$19/$22
76369 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76446 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:45-10:25 am $17/$19/$22
76370 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 5:30-6:00 pm $17/$19/$22 76447 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 10:30-11:10 am $17/$19/$22
76373 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:45-10:15 am $22/$25/$29 76419 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:00-9:40 am $11/$13/$15
76371 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:45-10:15 am $22/$25/$29 76420 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:45-10:25 am $11/$13/$15
76372 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:45-10:15 am $22/$25/$29 76421 Sa: 5/6-5/13 10:30-11:10 am $11/$13/$15
76351 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:45-10:15 am $17/$19/$22
76352 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:45-10:15 am $11/$13/$15
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AquaPlex at the RiverPlex Learn to Swim With
600 NE Water Street • 282-1531 Gus & Goldie!
Journey 2: Ages 4-7
Children MUST know how to float, glide and kick by themselves and
have basic stroke knowledge. They will learn front crawl breathing,
proper back crawl arms and be introduced to breaststroke and Discovery 1: Ages 7-14
butterfly kicking. This class is for kids with little or no experience in the water. They will
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR learn water adjustment, breathing, floating, kicking and basic strokes.
76480 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76481 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 76515 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76454 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76516 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76466 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 76517 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76467 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76503 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
76455 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 76504 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:00-6:30 pm $17/$19/$22
76468 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 5:30-6:00 pm $29/$33/$37 76521 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76469 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 76518 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76471 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 5:30-6:00 pm $17/$19/$22 76519 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29
76470 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:00-6:30 pm $17/$19/$22 76520 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:00-9:40 am $17/$19/$22
76479 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29 76505 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:00-9:40 am $11/$13/$15
76472 Sa: 1/14-2/4 9:45-10:25 am $22/$25/$29 Discovery 2: Ages 7-14
76473 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29 Children MUST know how to float, glide and kick by themselves and
76474 Sa: 2/11-3/4 9:45-10:25 am $22/$25/$29 have basic stroke knowledge. They will learn front crawl breathing,
76475 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:00-9:40 am $22/$25/$29 proper back crawl arms and be introduced to breaststroke and
butterfly kicking.
76476 Sa: 3/11-4/1 9:45-10:25 am $22/$25/$29
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76477 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:00-9:40 am $17/$19/$22
76478 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 9:45-10:25 am $17/$19/$22 76537 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76456 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:00-9:40 am $11/$13/$15 76538 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76457 Sa: 5/6-5/13 9:45-10:25 am $11/$13/$15 76539 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76540 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
Journey 3: Ages 4-7 76523 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:35-7:05 pm $17/$19/$22
Children should be able to swim one length of the pool and will 76541 Sa: 1/14-2/4 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
continue to work on skills from the previous level. Participants will
learn breaststroke and start building their endurance. Time will also 76542 Sa: 2/11-3/4 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
be given to diving and treading water. 76543 Sa: 3/11-4/1 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR 76544 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 10:30-11:10 am $17/$19/$22
76495 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 76524 Sa: 5/6-5/13 10:30-11:10 am $11/$13/$15
76496 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 Discovery 3: Ages 7-14
76497 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37
Children should be able to swim one length of the pool and will
76498 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:00-6:30 pm $29/$33/$37 continue to work on skills from the previous level. Participants will
76499 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:00-6:30 pm $17/$19/$22 learn breaststroke and start building their endurance. Time will also
be given to diving and treading water.
76500 Sa: 1/14-2/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29
76501 Sa: 2/11-3/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76502 Sa: 3/11-4/1 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 76579 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 5:30-6:00 pm $31/$35/$43
76492 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 8:15-8:55 am $17/$19/$22 76580 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 5:30-6:00 pm $31/$35/$43
76493 Sa: 5/6-5/13 8:15-8:55 am $11/$13/$15 76581 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 5:30-6:00 pm $31/$35/$43
76582 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 5:30-6:00 pm $20/$26/$32
Private Swimming Lessons 76547 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 5:30-6:00 pm $17/$19/$22
In addition to our individual lessons, we are now offering:
Private lesson punch cards - an easy way to sign up for multiple 76586 Sa: 1/14-2/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29
lessons and save money at the same time! 76583 Sa: 2/11-3/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29
Private sessions - customize a class with your own times and 76584 Sa: 3/11-4/1 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29
participants!
Contact [email protected] for more information. 76585 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 8:15-8:55 am $17/$19/$22
76545 Sa: Sa: 5/6-5/13 8:15-8:55 am $11/$13/$15
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Challenge Novice: Ages 7-15 Adult Learn to Swim - Beginner: Ages 16+
This class is for children who know the basic freestyle, backstroke and This class is for adults who are not afraid of the water, but need to
breaststroke. They will add endurance to the above skills. They will learn the basic skills of swimming.
also work on the development of these strokes and add elementary Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
backstroke, butterfly and sidestroke.
76209 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 7:45-8:15pm $29/$33/$37
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76210 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 7:45-8:15pm $29/$33/$37
76587 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76211 Tu, Th:3/14-4/6 7:45-8:15pm $29/$33/$37
76588 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76212 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:45-8:15pm $29/$33/$37
76589 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76213 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 7:45-8:15pm $17/$19/$22
76594 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
76595 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 7:10-7:40 pm $17/$19/$22 Adult Learn to Swim - Intermediate: Ages 16+
76590 Sa: 1/14-2/4 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29 We will work at improving your front and back crawl strokes,
endurance levels and add other strokes as desired. You should be
76591 Sa: 2/11-3/4 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
able to swim 100 yards on your front and back.
76592 Sa: 3/11-4/1 10:30-11:10 am $22/$25/$29
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76593 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 10:30-11:10 am $17/$19/$22
76624 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76647 Sa: 5/6-5/13 10:30-11:10 am $11/$13/$15
76625 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
Challenge Advanced: Ages 7-15 76626 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
For children who know the basic elementary backstroke, butterfly and 76627 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
sidestroke. Development of these strokes will be emphasized as well 76628 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:35-7:05 pm $17/$19/$22
as turns, competitive starts and safety skills.
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR Terrified of Water: Ages 16+
76598 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 This adult learn to swim lesson is taught in the class section of the
lap pool in a small group setting. The instructor will help you to deal
76599 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37
with any fears that you may have about the water environment, while
76600 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 teaching you basic swimming skills, such as front and back floats and
76601 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:10-7:40 pm $29/$33/$37 freestyle stroke.
76602 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:10-7:40 pm $17/$19/$22 Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR
76603 Sa: 1/14-2/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 76630 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 7:45-8:15 pm $29/$33/$37
76604 Sa: 2/11-3/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 76631 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 7:45-8:15 pm $29/$33/$37
76605 Sa: 3/11-4/1 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 76632 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 7:45-8:15 pm $29/$33/$37
76596 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 8:15-8:55 am $17/$19/$22 76633 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 7:45-8:15 pm $29/$33/$37
76597 Sa: 5/6-5/13 8:15-8:55 am $11/$13/$15 76634 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 7:45-8:15 pm $17/$19/$22
Challenge Expert: Ages 7-15
In this course, children will continue with what has been introduced
in Challenge Advanced. The focus is on developing stroke proficiency Home School Swim Program: Ages 5-16
and polishing existing techniques over longer distances. Swimmers Your child will receive a swim lesson and also enjoy splash time
will also be introduced to a few more advanced aspects of competitive with other children in our leisure pool. Min/Max: 10-30
swimming, such as flip turns, streamlining and breathing techniques. Fee: $24/$26/$28
Code Day-Date Time Fee-M/R/NR Code Day-Date Time
76616 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37 76635 Tu: 2/7-2/28 2:30-3:45 pm
76617 Tu, Th: 2/14-3/9 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37 76636 Tu: 3/7-3/28 2:30-3:45 pm
76618 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/6 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37
76619 Tu, Th: 4/11-5/4 6:35-7:05 pm $29/$33/$37 WANTED: Lifeguards
76620 Tu, Th: 5/9-5/18 6:35-7:05 pm $17/$19/$22 Get a job you can feel good about!
Our classes provide you with the January 20, 21 and 22
76621 Sa: 1/14-2/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 March 24, 25 and 26
proper training. Call Jordan at
76622 Sa: 2/11-3/4 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 282-1531 to register for upcoming April 28, 29 and 30
76623 Sa: 3/11-4/1 8:15-8:55 am $22/$25/$29 sessions or for additional dates/ May 12, 13 and 14
times. All classes take place at June 5, 6 and 7
76648 Sa: 4/8, 4/22 & 4/29 8:15-8:55 am $17/$19/$22
Central Park Pool.
76649 Sa: 5/6-5/13 8:15-8:55 am $11/$13/$15
Ready to Register? See pages 106-108.
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Owens Center
1019 W Lake Ave • 686-3368 • Public Skate Line: 686-3366 facebook.com/owenscenter
How to Register for Owens Center Lessons
AT A GLANCE • MAIL registration form (pg. 108) to Owens Center.
An indoor ice skating facility featuring two full- • Register IN PERSON at Owens Center daily from 9 am to 8 pm.
size rinks. Owens offers year-round ice skating
lessons for ages 3+ and comprehensive hockey • FAX your registration form (with credit card number) to 681-0610.
and figure skating programs.
Ways to Save About Our Skating School
MANAGER Doug Silberer: Family Skate until March 26 Clothing
[email protected] Every Sunday, families (up to 5 people) Warm, comfortable clothing with mittens or
can skate for $25 (including skate rentals). gloves and protective head gear or hats for
PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE* Additional skaters pay $4.75 each. young children are recommended. Adults
January-May Public Skate Passes additionally benefit from wrist guards and
Mon 9:00-11:00 am, 1:00-2:30 pm Get a 10 visit pass for only $32 (Juniors knee pads.
Tues 1:00-2:30 pm and Seniors) or $42 (Adults). Skate rental is Skates
Wed 9:00-11:00 am, 1:00-2:30 pm additional. Skate rental is included in the cost of your
Thurs 1:00-2:30 pm lessons. Skates should be your shoe size or
Fri 9:00-11:00 am, 1:00-2:30 pm, Group Discounts one size larger. Wear one pair of thin socks.
7:30-9:15 pm A discounted rate of $4.75/person is
Sat 6:45-8:30 pm given to groups of 10-50 who make a Fees & Transfers
Sun 2:15-4:00 pm until March 26 reservation at least one week in advance. Class fees vary and are included on
*Schedule subject to change due to special No passes may be used. A $23.75 non- the charts on the opposite page. A $5
circumstances. See below for exceptions. refundable deposit required for groups of administrative fee will be charged for
Visit www.peoriaparks.org or call Owens Center 20 or more. No group reservations during any drop or transfer of cIasses OR if you
for updates. holiday hours. register for a class on the first day it runs.
Please note: transfers may not occur after
Public Skate Specials a class begins. If a student is no longer
PUBLIC SKATE EXCEPTIONS Owens also offers discounts for
2/5 Public Skate 12:30-2:30 pm ONLY students, skating school participants and able to attend classes, a credit with a $5
2/10-2/12 No Public Skate those with Mustang ticket stubs. administration fee will be assessed from the
3/4-3/5 No Public Skate time the skating school is notified that the
3/11 No Public Skate student is unable to attend.
3/17-3/19 No Public Skate Each class time/level must meet a class
4/7-4/9 No Public Skate minimum in order to run.
4/16 Closed for Easter
5/28-29 Closed for Memorial Day
ADMISSION FEES
Junior (12 & under) $4.00
Adult (13 & over) $5.00
Senior (65 & over) $4.00
Skate Rental $3.00
USFS Competition • March 11, 2017
Heart of Illinois Skating Club hosts the US Figure Skating Spring Thaw
Competition. Various events are offered for all basic levels through
Preliminary.
To find out more, email Jenni Flores at [email protected].
Join us - spectators are FREE!
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Ice Skating Lessons
Register Through Owens Center
Super Skates
Winter & Spring Skating Stars A 10-level course for ages 7+ Adult Levels
Skating Lessons A special 3-level introductory or younger skaters who have A 10-level course for adults to
learn with their peers.
series offered for ages 3-6.
completed Skating Stars.
Pick a day and time for your Mon 4:30 pm 4:30 pm
lessons. This will be your assigned 5:15 pm 5:15 pm
day and time through the
entirety of the session. Tues 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am
No make up classes available. 1:00 pm 1:00 pm
Wed 10:00 am 10:00 am
All classes are 45 minutes. 1:00 pm 1:00 pm
4:30 pm 4:30 pm 5:15 pm
WINTER SESSION: 5:15 pm 5:15 pm
1/23-3/18
Thurs 4:45 pm 4:45 pm
SPRING SESSION: 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm
3/20-5/13
Sat 9:00 am 9:00 am
Fee-R/NR: $72/$82 9:45 am 9:45 am 9:00 am
Just getting started? Try our 4-week lessons for FIRST TIME SKATERS ONLY!
Fee-R/NR: $42/$52
Would you like to try skating, but aren’t ready to commit to our full 8-week classes? Then try our 4-week classes for beginners only.
Classes are offered at all regular times (see chart above) and are for ages 3 years to adult. These beginners-only sessions run:
WINTER M: 2/20-3/13 Tu: 2/21-3/14 W: 2/22-3/15 Th: 2/23-3/16 Sa: 2/25-3/18
SPRING M: 4/17-5/8 Tu: 4/18-5/9 W: 4/19-5/10 Th: 4/20-5/11 Sa: 4/22-5/13
Specialty Classes
For skaters who have completed 10 levels of Owens Center Skating School OR are concurrently participating in Level 8 or above.
Winter Session: 1/23-3/18, Spring Session: 3/20-5/13
Jump and Spin Power Skating Class Synchronized Skating
Learn the jumps, spins and connecting Prepare for an intense on-ice workout!
moves necessary for freestyle tests. This class helps strengthen the skater's at Owens Center
M: 5:15 pm • W: 4:30 pm • Th: 5:30 pm endurance and speed. Get ready to
Fee R/NR: $72/$82 have some fun while working up a The River City Gems welcome new
sweat. PRE-REQUISITE: Freestyle 1 skaters each season. All levels are
Adult Jump and Spin This class corresponds with the monthly encouraged to participate! Practices are
Learn jumps, spins and connecting moves. freestyle schedule. held throughout the week.
W: 5:15 pm Sa: 8:15-8:45 am
Fee R/NR: $72/$82 If you are interested in being on a
Fee: $50/10 class punch card team, please contact the Coordinator
or $6/walk-on of Skating Development, Jenni Flores,
Freestyle and Developmental Hockey at [email protected] or the Head
Sessions are available to practice Booster and Private Lessons Coach of The River City Gems, Shawna
freestyle and hockey skills and/or to Boosters are great for those skaters Ludy, at [email protected].
receive private instruction. Scheduled beginning to test the ISI levels so they
times available at the rink and online. may take part in ISI sanctioned events or
advance in group classes. Heart of Illinois Skating Club
NEW! Adult Fit
Introducing exercise in a “cool” new Private Skating Lessons are available at
way! This is an on ice class for adults that Owens Center. For more information, Like us on
will focus on strengthening, toning and call Jenni Flores at (309) 686-3368. Facebook!
providing a good cardio workout. Prior
skating experience required.
W: 12:15 pm • Fee-R/NR: $72/$82
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Owens Center
1019 W Lake Ave • 686-3368 • Public Skate Line: 686-3366
Youth Hockey Clinics
Register Through Owens Center
Want to play hockey but don’t know where to start? Our Prep Hockey Clinics for boys and girls, ages 3-13, provide
the perfect opportunity to learn to skate along with the basic hockey fundamentals of stick handling, passing and
shooting. After these clinics, you’ll be ready to join a hockey team!
Pre-Hockey Intro to Hockey II Spring 50/50 Clinics for Mites,
You must have permission from This class will teach hockey skills. To register, you Squirts and Peewees
the Hockey Coordinator to take must have taken the first session or passed the If you've got a hockey lover, this will
this class. Learn the preliminary Skating Star level 2 or Super Skates level 1. Each keep em' going. Class consists of 30
fundamentals of hockey while skater will be required to wear an HECC certified minutes of instruction, followed by 30
increasing your skating skills. hockey helmet with mask, shin pads, elbow minutes of scrimmage. Goaltenders
Full equipment is required. An pads, hockey gloves, athletic cup and supporter are welcome as we will have a
excellent class to take with a and have a hockey stick. Skate rental is included, separate goalie instruction area for all
regular skating class. but you might consider purchasing skates sessions (limited to 4 per age group).
Winter - 1/23-3/13 to ensure proper fit, quality and sharpness. Specific scheduling is pending.
Spring - 3/20-5/8 Equipment is available at the Edge Pro Shop at Contact Zac Tortorella after March 1
M: 5:15 pm Owens Center. If you spend $150 or more at for details: 686-3368.
Fee-R/NR: $72/$82 our Edge Pro Shop, you will receive the class
for half off the regular price. In order to receive
this discounted rate, you must purchase the
equipment prior to the start of the class. Peoria Youth Hockey
Spring - 4/15-5/6 Association
Sa: 10:45 am • Pre-Season Conditioning
Fee-R/NR: $42/52
• Travel & House Leagues
• Used Equipment Sale
Chicago Blackhawks • Free Skating & Hockey
Minor Hawks Clinics
Learn to Play Program Visit www.pyha.org for
Sa: 3/4-4/1 • 10:45 am • Ages 3-8 • Fee: $60 more details.
Through supporting efforts of the Chicago Blackhawks, the
Peoria Park District and Peoria Youth Hockey Association Edge the Competition
(PYHA), are excited to bring the Minor Hawks Learn to Play with a Premium Sharpening!
program to Peoria. Loaner equipment and sticks are included
during the program and participants will receive a special
Blackhawks jersey to keep. In this five-week program we will
focus on skating, stick handling, passing, shooting and cross ice
game play.
Participants cannot have more than one year experience
in PYHA and must register with USA Hockey. USA Hockey
registration for players 6 and under is free; players ages 7 and
over must pay $40 to USA Hockey. To be able to register for this
program, individuals must bring a printed out copy of their USA
Hockey registration. You may register with USA Hockey online Skate Sharpening: $8.00
at usahockeyregistration.com. Cost includes rental equipment, New Skates & Heavily Rusted Skates:
Blackhawks jersey and instruction. $2.00 additional
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Adult Hockey Clinics and Leagues
Register Through Owens Center
Hockey Leagues:
For details call 686-3368
3 on 3 League for Midgets and Adults
Register your team of 6 players (5 players, 1
goalie) to compete in a 3 in 3 cross-ice league.
Each team will play 12 games (2-11 minute
running periods). Two games will be played each
date you are scheduled to play.
Specific scheduling is pending. Contact Zac
Tortorella after March 1 for details: 686-3338.
Spring 40+ Adult Hockey League
Registration begins in January - register early as
this league fills quickly League begins in March. Co-Ed Adult Hockey Clinic
Interested: Contact Shawn at 686-3338. Learn and play at this clinic designed to bring hockey enjoyment to all ages
and skill levels. An all-star staff will teach the fundamentals of hockey and
Summer Adult No-Check Hockey League you'll apply these skills in scrimmages.
This NO CHECK league begins with three Specific scheduling is pending. Contact Zac Tortorella after March 1 for
divisions and is for ages 18+. Registration will details: 686-3338.
begin in April with the league beginning in June.
Private Hockey Lessons
Rat Hockey
Play hockey to keep in shape. Call 686-3368 for Owens Center offers private lesson instruction
for hockey players at all skill levels.
scheduled times.
For more details, call Zac Tortorella at (309) 686-3368.
BRADLEY UNIVERSITY PEORIA MUSTANGS
2016-2017 HOME SCHEDULE 2016-2017 Home Schedule
Friday, 1/6 vs Augustana Saturday, 1/7 vs Chicago
Saturday, 1/7 vs Augustana Saturday, 1/21 vs Granite City
Friday, 1/13 vs RMU-White Chicago Sunday, 1/22 vs Granite City
Saturday, 1/14 vs RMU-White Chicago Saturday, 2/4 vs Nashville
Friday, 1/27 vs ISU Sunday, 2/5 vs Nashville
Sunday, 3/5 vs Wisconsin
ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
2016-2017 HOME SCHEDULE 2016-2017 HOME SCHEDULE
Friday, 1/27 vs Loyola Friday, 1/13 vs NIU
Saturday, 1/28 vs Loyola Saturday, 1/14 vs NIU
Friday, 2/3 vs University of Arkansas
Saturday, 2/4 vs University of Arkansas
MACHA Tournament, February 10-12, 2017
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Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum facebook.com/peoriaplayhouse
2218 N Prospect Rd • 323-6900 • www.peoriaplayhouse.org @Peoria_playhouse
@PeoriaPlayHouse
PlayHouse Exhibits
AT A GLANCE
The Peoria The PlayHouse features six exhibits and a wide variety of programs for children of all ages.
PlayHouse The exhibits draw on Peoria and Central Illinois, celebrating the past, present, and future
Children’s Museum of our community.
provides children with the
tools and inspiration they Sand Porch
need to be explorers and Dig, build, scoop, pound, and sculpt with moldable kinetic
creators of the world. The PlayHouse sand in our enclosed porch.
features six exhibits on three floors.
Young visitors can splash in the water Motion Commotion
table, mold kinetic sand, navigate Send balls through air tubes, shoot them from air cannons,
the chicken coop climber, and more. balance them on air currents, and more in this exhibit that
Older children will enjoy playing with explores momentum, gravity, speed, force and distance.
balls and air tubes in the Motion
Commotion exhibit and creating Family Farm
carpentry and art projects in Real Pick vegetables, gather eggs, and milk a cow, and then
Tools. sell your goods at the farmer’s market or make a delicious
meal in the farmhouse kitchen.
DIRECTOR
Rebecca Shulman Herz: By Your River Gently Flowing, Illinois
[email protected] Learn about the ecosystem of the Illinois River by playing with boats, finding the animals
hidden under rocks, and listening to animal sounds. Experiment with water wheels, water
HOURS pipes and dams to change the flow of the water.
Monday 9 am-4 pm
Tuesday (members only) 9 am-12 pm Peoria, Then and Now
Wednesday 9 am-4 pm Explore a dentist office, diner, and day care in “Tot Town.”
Thursday 9 am-4 pm Drive a train and perform in our theater area. In the SciLab,
Friday 9 am-4 pm become a scientist and learn about corn-based products
Saturday 9 am-4 pm
Sunday 12 pm-5 pm and heartbeats, examine the world through microscopes, or
build with MagnaTiles.
ADMISSION FEES
Children under 1 Free All Construction Great and Small
Ages 1-64 $8 Dress as a construction worker to manipulate a loader and
Seniors 65+/Active Military $7 dump truck, and build with bricks and rocks. Walk on the
musical bridge to play a song. Leave time for the “Real
GIFT SHOP Tools” area, where children can learn to use hammers,
Looking for the perfect birthday saws, drills, and other tools, and make their own inventions
present? Visit the Peoria STOREia at to take home.
the PlayHouse! We have large and
small toys that encourage imagination, “My kids had so much fun! I was worried Volunteer at the
creativity, and play!
that my eleven-year-old son would be Peoria PlayHouse to
bored but he had a great time in the sand help kids become
RENTALS table and the ball area. I had to drag them
The PlayHouse is available to rent out at the end of our visit.” explorers and
for private parties and events. Call creators of the world!
323-6895 or see pg. 100 for more Scheduling is flexible.
information. Did you know? Volunteers (ages 14+)
You can purchase combination tour tickets for a can support the
BIRTHDAY PARTIES See pg. 102 discounted price and enjoy all of Glen Oak Park as a PlayHouse and
VOLUNTEERS See pg. 98 day long destination. Tickets include entry into the engage with our
CAMP See pg. 94 Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, Peoria Zoo, and visitors in many ways.
Luthy Botanical Garden. What a great way to spend Learn more on
the day with your family! page 98.
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PlayHouse Programs
The Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum provides children with the tools and inspiration they need to be explorers and
creators of the world. PlayHouse programs support the museum’s mission by encouraging children and families to explore
new things, and to create in an open-ended, innovative way. PlayHouse programs are described below. For specific dates
and details please visit www.peoriaplayhouse.org, or call or stop by the museum to request a full program brochure.
Tot Time “We love Tot Time
During this program for children up to 3 years of age and their grown-ups, children and my daughter
develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging with stories, sings the hello and
music, and hands-on exploration. Tot Time occurs on Wednesdays at 10 am.
Add a Tot Time program to your PlayHouse visit for just $1 per child. goodbye songs all
the time!”
Celebrate Peoria
Join us to explore and celebrate the many cultures that make up the dynamic fabric of Central Illinois.
Each Celebrate Peoria program highlights a holiday and a community, and includes performances, art projects,
food, and more! Celebrate Peoria is supported by the Community Foundation of Central Illinois. These programs
are free with museum admission or membership.
“My kids asked lots of questions and • January 8: Makar Sankranti • April 23: Orthodox Pascha
were exposed to a range of diversity • February 5: Lunar New Year • May 21: May Day
that we don’t often encounter in our • March 12: St. Patrick’s Day
normal day-to-day.”
Family Workshops
We invite children ages 3-10 years of age, and grown-ups of any age, to join us in exploration and
hands-on making. Family workshops are offered on selected Saturday afternoons from 1-3 pm.
• February 11: Object Bots • April 8: Puppet Theater
• March 4: Birdhouse Basics • May 6: Make Your Own Monster
Registration is required for Family Workshops. One adult per family is required to attend, at regular admission
rates. Rates for children are as follows: $10 for first child and $5 per additional child for members; $15 for the first
child and $10 per additional child for non-members. Registration is due the Wednesday prior to the workshop.
Kid Workshops
These workshops engage children ages 8-14 years old in
creative thinking and hands-on making, allowing parents to
enroll their older child in this program while exploring the
Museum with younger children. Offered on selected Saturday afternoons from 1-3 pm.
• February 25: Object Bots • April 22: Paint with Nature
• March 18: Weave It! • May 6: Make Your Own Monster
Registration is required for Kid Workshops. Price: $8 for members/$12 non-members.
Fee includes museum admission.
Adult Maker Nights
On selected Saturday evenings, from 7-10 pm, we invite adults to invent, innovate and build. Led by local engineers, artists, and makers,
participants enjoy food, wine, and beer while they work together to find new
ways to meet the evening’s challenge.
• February 11: Pasta Pillar Challenge “We absolutely love the PlayHouse! Tonight, we experienced it as
• May 6: Relax...it’s just Rocket Science!
adults, creating catapults and trebuchets for Pumpkin Chunkin!
We had a wonderful time during the Adult Maker Night. Our
Price: $15 members/$20 non-members.
Register a team of up to 6 people for $80! children spend hours there weekly, and now we can too! We
won’t miss another Adult Maker Night!”
Fee includes museum admission.
How to Register: Register for scout programs at 323-6894. Register for homeschool and fieldtrips at 323-6896.
Register for workshops at 323-6894, peoriaplayhouse.org or at the Noble Center. Register for all programs at the PlayHouse!
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SCHOOL AND GROUP PROGRAMS Homeschool Programs
School Visits The PlayHouse offers drop-off homeschool classes two Thursdays a
Book the field trip that’s perfect for your “This was the month from noon-2pm. These include Agriculture in the Classroom,
classroom. Teachers have a menu of options best school a collaborative program with the Peoria County Farm Bureau, and
to choose from, including visits that support fitrip I have Homeschool STEAM, where students explore of variety of topics
chaperones in guiding a learning-focused experienced related to science, technology, engineering, and math.
museum visit, and field trips that engage in 20 years of Call 323-6896 for more information, or to register.
children in identifying individual areas of teaching!”
interest and learning more about those And look for PlayHouse Summer Camp registration, coming soon!
topics. Call 323-6896 for more information or to book a field trip. • Messy Masterpieces, Ages 5-7, June 12 - June 16
• Wonders of Water, Ages 7-9, July 10 - July 14
Scout Programs • Construction Zone, Ages 9-11, August 7 - August 11
We love Girl Scouts at the Peoria PlayHouse, and we currently offer
two different ways for your troop to have fun with us! You can visit
and earn a badge, or just explore the museum as a troop. A 5:1 adult
to scout ratio is required for all programs. Call 323-6894 for more
information on booking your visit.
BECOME A
PEORIA PLAYHOUSE
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
MEMBER TODAY!
Family Membership: $85 Adult #1______________________________ Adult #2______________________________
Unlimited visits for up to two adult
cardholders and their children under Address_____________________________________________________________________
the age of 18. City, State, ZIP________________________________________________________________
Grandparent Membership: $85 Home phone___________________________ Business phone_______________________
Unlimited visits for up to two
grandparents and their grandchildren Email__________________________________ Number of children under 18 ___________
under the age of 18.
Child’s/Children’s Names Birth Date
______________________________ ____/____/____
Premium Membership: $125
A Family or Grandparent Membership, ______________________________ ____/____/____ My employer will match this gift.
PLUS five one-time entry guest passes ______________________________ ____/____/____
to the PlayHouse and reciprocal ______________________________ ____/____/____ Company_____________________
admission to over 200 children’s
museums across the country through Gift Membership (optional)
the Association of Children’s Museums. I am purchasing this membership as a gift for the person(s) indicated above. My information is:
Both adult cardholders must reside at Name______________________________ Email ___________________________________
the same address.
Address_____________________________________________________________________
City, State, ZIP________________________________________________________________
Phone___________________________ Please send the gift membership cards to me rather
RETURN TO: than directly to the membership recipients listed.
Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum
2218 N. Prospect Road Credit Card charge $__________ Check for $________ (payable to Peoria Park District)
Peoria, IL 61603 Visa Mastercard Discover Amex
Card #________________________________ Expiration Date ______/______
Signature _____________________________
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Peoria Zoo
2320 N. Prospect Rd. • 686-3365 • www.peoriazoo.org
Have Your Child’s Next Birthday
Party at Peoria Zoo
Lions and Tigers and Zebras, oh my!
Treat your birthday party guests to the fun of BLIZZARD
Peoria Zoo. Or, have the Zoo come to you BIRTHDA Y!
AT A GLANCE with a visit from the ZooMobile! PAGE 104
Peoria Zoo exhibits animals from See ZooMobile information on page 27 and
around the world: giraffe and lions all of our birthday party options on page 91.
from Africa; tigers and takin from
Asia; spider monkeys and snakes from
South America; and so much more. The Baby Showers
Australia Walk-About even allows you to Looking for a place to hold your baby shower? How about Peoria Zoo?
get eye-to-eye with an emu while you NEW January 1-Zooper Shower Package($300): Each Zooper shower includes the
stroll through their home. Now is the Tropics Classroom for 2 hours with an addition 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after
perfect time to “Find Your Wild Side!” for set-up and take-down, invitations, ½ sheet cake, plates, cups, forks, and punch.
Also, we provide optional decorations and games to use for your shower!
DIRECTOR Yvonne Strode: (DOES NOT INCLUDE ZOO ADMISSION)
[email protected]
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking the shower; the remainder of
HOURS the balance must be paid 1 week before the shower.
Daily 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Last Admission 4:30 pm
Wedding, Reception and Fundraiser Rentals
A very unique wedding and reception venue is at Peoria Zoo. Our spacious room, the
LODGE HOURS (May-September)
Sun-Fri 10:00 am-4:00 pm Zambezi River Lodge, looks out over the lush green vegetation of Africa!. Rhinos, giraffe,
Saturdays 10:00 am-3:00 pm zebras, lions, mandrills and other wildlife, native to the African plains, graze peacefully
while you celebrate your special day. You will have to try to remember you are in Peoria!
ADMISSION FEES Call (309) 681-3519 to arrange a tour today.
Adults 13+ $9.50
Children 2-12 years $6.50
Seniors/Active Military $8.50 Top 10 Reasons to have your next event at VOLUNTEER AT THE ZOO
the Peoria Zoo: Peoria Zoo is growing and we could use
BIRTHDAY PARTIES See pg. 104 10. Climate controlled space available you as a volunteer! Interested in learning
RENT THE ZOO See pg. 100 9. Large selection of caterers about animals? Want to share that
8. Lions, monkeys & zebras knowledge with others? Then the Zoo is
7. Indoor space located on the banks of the the place for you. Our volunteers assist in
Zambezi River a variety of ways from helping at special
Check It Out! 6. Aid in planning your perfect event events to animal handling to working
directly with the Keepers! We promise
5. State-of-the-art sound system
Consider having your wedding next 4. Rhinoceros and giraffe a unique volunteering experience.
door at Luthy Botanical Garden and 3. A setting like no other in Central Illinois Volunteer applications
your reception in the Zambezi River 2. Great rental rates can be found online, at VOLUNTEER!
Lodge. See pages 99-100 or call for 1. Everybody loves the Zoo! the Noble Center, and the pgs. 96-98
details. Barton Pavilion.
Visit the Peoria Zoo’s Safari Gift Shop in the Barton Pavilion
Ever have a hard time finding that perfect gift? Check out the Peoria Zoo gift shop! New items are arriving all the time, from clothes to stuffed
animals to home décor. If that hard-to-buy-for person is a true animal lover, think about our Adopt An Animal program. From meerkats to lions
to a llama, there is an animal for everyone at every price, and all the money goes to the care for the animals at the Zoo.
Prices start at $50 and include: Starting at $250 you also receive: You can adopt an animal by visiting
• Certificate of adoption • An Animal gift Peoria Zoo or calling (309) 681-3500.
• Fact sheets on your animal • A personal introduction to your animal for Visit www.peoriazoo.org/adopt
• Zoo Tales Newsletter up to 10 people
• Name on our adopt board
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Classes and Tours at Peoria Zoo
Advanced Registration Required
Whether a school group, church group or a group from work, we have programs to make your visit to the Zoo more enjoyable. Don’t forget,
teachers, all programs meet State Standards! Please call (309) 681-3559 for questions or to make reservations for any of the programs below.
Ed-Zoo-Cational Adventure Zoo Snooze Spring Break Mini-Zoocamp
Please call for pricing. Cost: $34/person, minimum of 20 April 10-13 • 9 am-2 pm
This unique 30-45 minute program is a participants Limited to Grades 2-5
classroom-based informal presentation Ever had a giraffe peeking in your bedroom Cost: $90/member, $100/non-member
that gives your group a chance to meet four window? You can now when you spend the Registration Deadline: April 3
different Peoria Zoo Animal Ambassadors up night at the Zoo! Get a chance to sleep in Min 5/Max 36
close. Programming is tailored to your topic Africa!, enjoy nocturnal tours, meet some Do you love animals, science, or just plain
of choice, and students have the opportunity animals up close and find out what the old having fun? Spring Break Mini-Zoocamp
to ask a Zoo Educator questions. Zoo is like at night. Your group’s adventure is a 4-day camp for children with a focus
begins at 7 pm and ends the next morning on learning about animals, both at the Zoo
ZooMobile at 9 am. Snack and breakfast are provided and in the wild. Zoocamp includes animal
Not able to visit the Zoo? Have the Zoo as well as admission into the Zoo the next encounters, science activities, crafts,
come to you! Birds, snakes, tarantulas and day! This program is great for scouts, outside exploring, storytelling, games, and
more can be invited to your next birthday church groups and so many others! Must more! Bring a sack lunch; snack and drink
party, scout meeting, or celebration! Prices be 5 or older to participate; one chaperone provided.
start at $110 within Peoria City Limits and required for every 5 children. Offered
are adjusted for distance and number of throughout the summer and fall, schedule
participants. yours by calling (309) 681-3559. Romance at the Zoo
February 11 • 2-3:30 pm
Zoo Adventure Combo Behind the Scenes Tour Ages 18+
Please call for pricing. March 25, April 29, May 20 • 9-10 am Cost: $15/person or $25/couple
This unique program lasts up to 1.5 hours Cost: $24/person, includes Zoo admission Join us as we look at the complicated,
and involves two different components. How much do rhinos weigh? Where do beautiful and sometimes bizarre courtship
The first component is a classroom-based giraffes sleep? All this and more will be rituals of the animal kingdom. From
informal presentation that gives your group videos to meeting animals up close, this
a chance to meet four different Peoria Zoo answered during our behind the scenes will give you a whole new perspective
Animal Ambassadors up close. The second tours. This hour long tour will take you into on relationships! Coffee and light
component is a guided tour of part of the areas the public doesn’t normally get to refreshments will be served.
Zoo with a Zoo Educator. Programming is see; you can learn more about the animals
tailored to your topic of choice, and students and how we care for them. Year of the Rooster
have the opportunity to ask a Zoo Educator January 28 • 2-3:30 pm
questions. Frogwatch Training Adult Cost: $9/member, $18/non-member
January 14 and February 18
NEW! Luthy-Zoo Combo 9am-12pm Child Cost: $6/member, $12/non-member
Min 5/Max 20
Please call for pricing. Cost: Free! Join us as we celebrate
Come with us as we take you on a tour Join the growing number of Citizen the Chinese New Year
through the amazing plant and animal world. Scientists learning how to count frogs by
Choose from 3 different plant and animal learning their calls. We will teach you how and welcome the Year of
focused topics: Rainforests, Strange Plants to identify different frogs and toads, where the Rooster. Enjoy a light
and Misunderstood Animals, or What’s for and how to listen for them and how to breakfast as we learn about
Dinner? Our Luthy-Zoo Combo includes a 45 report what you heard. Learn about these these amazing animals,
minute class with live animals and plants, as fascinating amphibians and help make a create rooster related crafts
well as a personal tour all focusing on your difference in the world around you! and even get a chance to meet some other
chosen topic. Luthy-Zoo Combos are offered Registration Required Chinese Zodiac animals up close.
exclusively Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
10:30-Noon.
Party for the Planet
From recycling to butterfly gardens, explore
MOTHER’S DAY AT THE ZOO what simple ways you can help make the
SUNDAY, MAY 14 planet a better place. We will have animal
On Mother’s Day, all moms are kids at heart! encounters, games and earth friendly treats
All moms will get in for the price of a child’s our animals will receive throughout the day.
admission price of $6. When: April 23 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Regular zoo admission applies
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Peoria Zoo
2320 N. Prospect Rd. • 686-3365 • www.peoriazoo.org
Programs at Peoria Zoo
Advanced Registration Required
Homeschool Classes: Ages 5-13 NEW! Luthy-Zoo Homeschool Zoo Tots: Ages 2-4
10-11:30 am Classes 10-10:50 am
Cost: $6/member, $12/non-member Ages 5-13 • 10-11:30 am Cost: $7/member, $15/non-member
Science has never been more exciting, with up-close $6/members, $12/non-members (for each parent/child pair)
animal encounters, tours, experiments and more. Each This unique homeschool will bring Join us as we learn about the animal
month is a new topic and helps to meet state standards. together plants and animals utilizing world with the help of Eric Carle!
Parents are welcome but not required. both Luthy Botanical Garden and Through up-close animal encounters,
Peoria Zoo. One of a kind science crafts, and stories, you and your child
Day-Date Topic based lessons that may include can explore the amazing world of
W: 1/11 (formal) Invasive Species up-close animal encounters, tours, animals. Parents must attend.
experiments and more. Each month Min/Max: 5/15.
Tu: 1/31 (informal) Animals to Zoo—Alphabet of is a new topic and helps to meet state
the Animal World standards. Parents are welcome but Day-Date Topic
W: 2/8 (formal) Inspired by Animals not required. Th: 3/16 Brown Bear,
Tu: 2/28 (informal) Pachyderms Day-Date Topic Brown Bear
W: 3/8 (formal) Where do I belong— Animal Th: 2/23 Defenses Th: 4/20 From Head to Toe
Classification
Th: 3/23 Pollinators
Tu: 3/28 (informal) Who Left That— Animal Th: 4/27 Water
Tracks, Scat, Sheds and More
W: 4/5 (formal) Lakes, Ponds, and Streams Breakfast with the…
Tu: 4/25 (informal) Around the World in 90 Our popular series is back, with new breakfast opportunities.
Minutes 9-10 am • 3/11 or 3/12 - Lions • 4/1 or 4/2 - Giraffes
Adult Cost: $9/member, $18/non-member
Child Cost: $6/member, $12/non-member
Join us as we learn about habitats and travel the globe. Through
up-close animal encounters, crafts, and stories, you and your child can
Summer Zoo Camp? Page 87 explore the amazing world of animals. Min/Max: 5/25.
Special Events at Peoria Zoo
Remarkable Reptiles
Easter Egg Scramble Saturday, March 18 • 11:00 am-2:00 pm • Drop-in Event
Cost: Included with Zoo admission
From snakes to turtles, don’t miss your chance to find out more about
Saturday, April 8, 2017 the fascinating world of reptiles. We’ll have animal encounters and talks
10:30 am - ages 0-3 throughout the day as well as a snake feeding at 1:00 pm.
10:50 am - ages 4-6 VOLUNTEER!
pgs. 96-98
11:10 am - ages 7-9
––––––– Peoria Zoo Fundraiser –––––––
Cost:
$3.50/member child • $9/non-member child
$9.00/non-member adult VOLUNTEER!
pgs. 96-98
Looking for a hopping good time? Bounce on over
to the Zoo for our annual Easter egg celebration, Thursday, May 11 • Ages 21+
loaded with candy and fun. Purchase tickets ahead A variety of martinis (shaken, not stirred) are served by local bartenders
of time to skip the line! at an after-hours event in Africa! Taste our signature martinis and walk
Check It Out! the boardwalk with friends for a wonderful springtime evening event.
Tastings, appetizers, dessert, and live entertainment are included with
Don’t miss the Easter Bunny at Luthy the ticket price. For tickets or more information, please call 681-3500 or
Botanical Garden! See page 30. visit www.peoriazoo.org.
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BECOME A PEORIA ZOO MEMBER TODAY
TO VISIT PEORIA ZOO FOR FREE!
Looking for a perfect gift for your friends and loved ones?
Buy a Peoria Zoo Membership as a birthday, anniversary or holiday gift today!
Your gift of a membership will last one year from the date of purchase.
Gift purchases may be made by mail, phone or at the Zoo front desk!
Membership makes every day a Zoo day!
Meerkat Mondays
Wallaby Wednesdays
Spider Monkey Saturdays
Go to www.peoriazoo.org or call Adult #1______________________________ Adult #2______________________________
309-681-3500 for category
details: Address_____________________________________________________________________
City, State, ZIP________________________________________________________________
*Membership prices are valid
through February 28, 2017 Home phone___________________________ Business phone_______________________
Individual • $40 Email__________________________________ # children under 18 ________
Joint • $60
Family • $85* Gift Membership (optional)
Grandparent • $85* I am purchasing this membership as a gift for the person(s) indicated above. My information is:
Family Plus • $110* Name______________________________ Occasion ______________________________
Grandparent Plus • $110*
Zoo Booster • $150 Address_____________________________________________________________________
Zoo Benefactor • $300 City, State, ZIP________________________________________________________________
Zoo Patron • $500
Pride of the Zoo • $1000 Phone___________________________ Please send the gift membership cards to me rather
RETURN TO: than directly to the membership recipients listed.
Peoria Zoological Society Credit Card charge $__________ Check for $________ (payable to PZS)
2320 N. Prospect Road Visa Mastercard Discover Amex
Peoria, IL 61603-2193
Card #________________________________ Expiration Date ______/______
Signature______________________________
My employer will match this gift.
Company_____________________
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Luthy Botanical Garden
2520 N. Prospect Rd. (corner of Prospect & Gift) • 686-3362
Wedding Rentals
AT A GLANCE
Celebrate the coming of spring at Luthy
Botanical Garden! Cure the winter Do your wedding dreams include a beautiful
doldrums before the snow melts with a garden backdrop for your ceremony or
visit to our indoor Conservatory, where reception? Reserve your site for a wedding
our desert and tropical collections will ceremony everyone will enjoy! Select one of
transport you to places where the sun six areas for your needs:
always shines. Venture outdoors to • Conservatory, an indoor venue
our five-acre garden and see all the for up to 75 people
winter interest that Luthy has to offer. • Woodland Garden
Whether you want to warm up in the • Crab Apple Cove
tropics or enjoy a brisk early-spring day, • Wildlife Garden
you and your family will love it here at • The Learning Circle
Luthy! Hundreds of bulbs planted last • The Rose Garden
fall burst forth in the colors of spring. Some outdoor venues are able to accommodate up to 300 people.
Snowdrops, crocus, tulips, and daffodils Call 681-3507 for details or stop by the Garden Shop weekdays for more information.
all mean that winter is over at Luthy!
Come see what not to do at our Garish Garden Services
Garden Show; and visit our Spring
Plant Sale for cool new plants. There Garden Classes & Educational Programs
is so much to do here at Luthy…visit We have garden classes open to the public and classes you can schedule for your school
peoriaparks.org/luthy-botanical-garden
for more information. group, day care class, scout troop and more. Educators! Have you heard about Luthy
School Programs? We have some exciting educational opportunities for your classroom.
Learn about the rainforest and conservation under a tropical canopy in our Conservatory.
MANAGER Take home your own miniature biome in the ever-popular terrarium class. We also hold
Bob Streitmatter:
[email protected] garden and greenhouse tours, as well as more classes. We can work with you to meet
your specific needs or interests. All of our programs can be presented here at the Garden
or in your classroom, and all meet Illinois State Standards for Education. Home-school
HOURS
Daily 10 am-5 pm groups, scout troops and community groups are always welcome. Call 681-3502 for details,
Sunday afternoon Garden Walks, scheduling, and prices.
1-2 pm, year-round. Horticultural Presentations
Horticultural Presentations and Tours The Botany of a Cocktail
GARDEN ADMISSION Our Horticulturists are available to present a wide Groovy Grasses
English Gardens
Free admission, donations are variety of plant/garden-related presentations and Botanical Cravings…Chocolate & Coffee
appreciated. demonstrations to your community group or garden Designing for the Evening
club. We would love to show you around the Garden Designing with Bulbs
OUR GARDEN IS YOUR GARDEN and let you get to know it personally with a private Bold New Gardens & New Ideas
Enjoy a soiree outdoors—rent a Garden tour. Prices start as low as $40 on-site; call 681-3502 Prairie School Gardens
area or the Conservatory for your next for more information. New American Gardens
party, meeting, or wedding. See Creative Container Gardens
Designing with Shade
page 100 for details or call 681-3507. Luthy’s Landscape Consultation Service
Are your friends and neighbors envious of your
VOLUNTEER AT THE GARDEN garden – or are your “ornamentals” flowering weeds?
Volunteers are needed year-round, Everyone wants a beautiful garden. With a little knowledge, yours can be breathtaking!
and gardening experience isn’t Let the horticultural consultants at Luthy Botanical Garden visit your home or office for
necessary. Call the Peoria expert advice on problem areas. You’ll gain insight into your own landscape design and
Park District Volunteer VOLUNTEER! learn the proper techniques for fertilizing, pruning and controlling pests. Call 681-3503 for
Department at 681-2822. pgs. 96-98 an appointment today! For just $50/hour ($60/hour for non-residents), you’ll discover how
beautiful your garden can be.
Commemorative Rose Bush
facebook.com/luthy.garden Remember a birthday, anniversary, special occasion or a loved one with a living memorial.
For $30, you can honor a special person or event with a rose bush planted in our Rose
Garden. You will receive a certificate telling the type, color, and location of your rose bush.
DON’T FORGET! We’re open on Memorial Day (May 29) from 10 am-5pm
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Garden Special Events
While all of these special events at the Garden are free, donations are greatly appreciated!
Visit the Easter Bunny Spring Plant Sale • April 28-30
We are partnering with local garden groups/organizations
Join us on April 8 as we partner with the Peoria Zoo for the to bring you a spring plant sale; it’s an opportunity to find
Easter Egg Scramble! The Easter Bunny will be hopping through unique perennials, native plants, ornamental grasses,
the Garden and available for photos from 12-4 pm.
unusual tropical plants and annuals. We have everything
you need to make your garden beautiful! Plan on
Check It Out! topping off your vegetable garden with our selection of
heirloom tomatoes, peppers and veggies. Free admission,
Find Peoria Zoo’s Easter Egg
Scramble on page 27. donations accepted.
National Public
Spring Floral Show Garden Day
April 7-17 May 12
Step inside our Conservatory this spring and see a botanical
wonderland of tropical plants, spring plants and, of course, 10 am-5 pm
lilies! This show is a community tradition and a wonderful
way to greet spring with family and friends. Free admission, Luthy Botanical Garden is celebrating National Public
donations accepted. Garden Day with free tours!
Garden Classes and Tours
Register for the classes below by calling 681-3502 or emailing [email protected].
Sunday Afternoon Garden Walks Luthy-Zoo Homeschool Classes Container Gardens for Kids
Sundays • 1-2 pm • $2 donation Ages 5-13 • 10-11:30 am Ages 6-12
Walking through the garden as the seasons $6/members, $12/non-members May 13 • 10-11 am • Register by May 6
unfold, we will explore the often overlooked This unique homeschool will bring together $10/members, $12/non-members
beauty of the Botanical Garden. Trees, plants and animals utilizing both Luthy Not sure what to get your Mom for Mother’s
shrubs, grasses & perennials that exhibit Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo. One-of-a- Day? We can help! Learn how to design,
an attractive presence will be spotlighted. kind science-based lessons may include up- create and plant a fun container garden. We
Lastly, we will discuss the garden structure close animal encounters, tours, experiments will provide the container and plants to craft
(bones) and its importance in creating a and more. Each month is a new topic and your special gift. Dress for a mess and plan to
garden for all four seasons. Please dress for helps to meet state standards. Parents are have a great time!
weather. No need to register…just come to welcome but not required. Register by calling
the Garden Entrance/Classroom and we will Peoria Zoo at 681-3559. Good Eats from the (Spring) Garden
start our walk in the Conservatory. Ages 12+
Day-Date Topic May 16 • 5-6 pm • Register by May 9
Pruning 101 Th: 2/23 Pollinators $10/members, $12/non-members
February 25 • Register by February 20 Th: 3/23 Exploring Plant and Animal This is a 4-part culinary series, celebrating
1-2 pm • $10/members, $12/non-members Defenses seasonal fruits/vegetables and healthy
Proper pruning makes a world of difference recipes. Whether harvesting from your own
in the health and appearance of trees, shrubs Th:4/27 Water garden or participating in a CSA program,
and perennials; let us unravel the mysteries this class will explore the preparation of the
of pruning. We will cover the timing, wonderful fruits & veggies coming from the
techniques and tools. garden, each season.
NEW! Luthy-Zoo Combo Tours
Please call 681-3559 for pricing.
Come with us as we take you on a tour through the amazing plant and animal world. Choose from 3 different plant and animal
focused topics: Rainforests, Strange Plants and Misunderstood Animals, or What’s for Dinner? Our Luthy-Zoo Combo includes a 45
minute class with live animals and plants, as well as a personal tour all focusing on your chosen topic. Luthy-Zoo Combos are offered
exclusively Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 10:30-Noon.
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Luthy Botanical Garden
2520 N. Prospect Rd. (corner of Prospect & Gift) • 686-3362
Spring Botanical Garden Series
Register for the classes below by calling 681-3502 or emailing [email protected].
From trees and wildflowers to edible gardens and garden design, we will look at a variety of garden topics to inspire and better
prepare you for the upcoming season. With each topic we will discuss characteristics and concepts applicable to your own
garden - big or small. Select classes of interest or take the entire series and enjoy a discounted price. Register by calling
681-3502 or email [email protected]
• Seven classes held over just two Saturdays on April 15 and 22
• All classes in this series are held in the Garden classrooms by the entrance.
• Classes are for ages 13+. There is a minimum/maximum of 5/20 participants for each class unless otherwise noted.
• Class fees are below, but you can save money by registering for all 7 classes! $60/members, $72/non-members
• Are you a Master Gardener? These are perfect classes for your education. Register for all 7 classes for only $40!
Class Day-Date Time Fee-M/NM
The Incredible Edible Garden... back by popular demand! Sa: 4/15 10-11 am $10/$12
We will explore the beauty of vegetable gardening. Our discussion will focus on design
with fruits and vegetables; learn to integrate them into your front yard, planters or around
a patio. Register by 4/8.
Houseplants 101…New Class!! Sa: 4/15 11:15 am-12:15 pm $10/$12
Are your houseplants threatening to push through the ceiling…do you have clouds of
whitefly irritating your pets? This class will discuss care, maintenance and propagation of
houseplants. We’ll cover the classics as well as the unique, from begonia and brugmansia
to cacti and amaryllis. Register by 4/8.
The Jurassic Garden…New Class!! Sa: 4/15 1:15-2:15 pm $10/$12
Walk through the geologic past and explore the wild world of plants, considered to be
living fossils. We don’t have a dinosaur but geology, botany and history intersect with
plants and fossils, on exhibit.
Register by 4/8.
Designing for Spring Interest…and extending the season…New Class!! Sa: 4/15 2:30-3:30 pm $10/$12
We will explore all things spring, from flowering trees to bulbs and wildflowers. Our 3:30-4:15 pm
in-depth look will cover planting design, the plant palette and ways to extend the season. (with optional tour)
If the weather permits, join an exuberant gardener for an optional 45 minute tour of the
garden and spring interest. Register by 4/8.
Garden Makeover…New Class!! Sa: 4/22 10-11 am $10/$12
On HGTV it seems like magic…within a half hour, you have a garden worthy of a magazine
photo-shoot. It’s not magic and it takes a bit longer than a half hour, but you can breathe
life into established gardens with design, focused planting, furnishings and accessories.
Register by 4/15.
Welcoming Pollinators into your Garden…New Class!! Sa: 4/22 11:15 am-12:15 pm $10/$12
Explore the world of pollinators...their lifecycle…what they do for us…and how we can
help them out. The class will cover concepts that you can incorporate into your own
garden, with pollinator-friendly design, a plant palette and working with nature.
Register by 4/15.
Designing with Tremendous, Tantalizing Trees Sa: 4/22 1:15-2:15 pm $10/$12
We will discuss the trees that perform best here in Central Illinois. Because trees have 2:15-3:00 pm
such an amazing impact on our lives, we will also cover some of the culture and history (with optional tour)
associated with trees. If the weather permits, we will take an optional 45 minute tour of
Glen Oak Park and Luthy Botanical Garden, exploring trees and park history.
Register by 4/15.
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Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA)
8727 N. Pioneer Road • 691-1929
A SAMPLING OF OUR PROGRAMS: Providing access to recreation activities for people
For Ages 2+ with disabilities of all ages.
• Parents Night Out
• Easter Eggstravanza
Join ACCESS Steam!
For School-Aged Kids Are you interested in running in the 2016
• Inclusion Services Steamboat Classic on June 17, 2017? Are
For Adults you looking for a training program that’s
• FOCUS Program (runs Monday inclusive of people with disabilities?
through Thursday from 9:00 am to ACCESS Steam is an initiative that started
3:00 pm (18+) in 2010 and is designed to provide
• Dances (15+) an opportunity for individuals with
disabilities to experience the Steamboat
• Pizza, Bowling and other Social Classic event.
Outings (19+)
• Dinner and Games, Dinner and Illinois Valley Striders has partnered with the Heart of Illinois Special Recreation
Movies (15+) Association to ensure that its training programs and its event are accessible and
• Inclusion Services inclusive for individuals with physical, cognitive, developmental, and/or other
Adapted Sports disabilities and their families. The beauty of this program is that it is designed
• Peoria Wildcats Wheelchair not only for the individual, but also for their families! Participants are paired with
Basketball mentors to get fit in a safe, secure environment and prepare for the 4 Mile Run/Walk
or the 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk.
Special Olympics (8+)
• Aquatics ACCESS Steam will begin training at the beginning of April. For more information or
• Track & Field to sign up, please contact HISRA at 309-691-1929.
2076 Summer Camp Registration Fair
HISRA will begin taking registrations for 2017 Summer Camp on Thursday, January 17, 2017 from
4:00 to 7:00 pm. Registration for Summer Camp will remain open until March 31, 2017 based on
availability within each camp group. Look for our 2017 Summer Camp brochure in early January
2017 for more information!
PAGES 84-95
HISRA believes everyone should have access to recreation! HISRA Heart of Illinois Special
provides a variety of recreation opportunities within our own
programming as well as inclusion services throughout the Peoria Park Recreation Association
District. If you or your loved one has a disability and is interested in A cooperative extension of the Chillicothe, Morton,
learning more about accessing anything seen here in the Playbook, Peoria, and Washington Park Districts
please contact HISRA at (309) 691-1929. A member of our professional
staff will meet with the participant and family to help you find the best 8727 N. Pioneer Road, Peoria, IL 61615
recreation options for you. We work with Peoria Park District staff to Phone: (309) 691-1929 • www.hisra.org
supplement staff training, provide consultation services and program
modification and adaptation when appropriate and feasible. HISRA
provides all inclusion services at no cost to residents of the Peoria Park
District.
As a cooperative network of four area park districts, HISRA has proudly
provided quality recreation programs and inclusion services for more
than 25 years. Trained staff members facilitate and supervise all
HISRA programs and activities. Training includes disability awareness,
program adaptation, leadership, first aid, and much, much more.
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Paths and Trails
www.peoriaparks-planning.org/park-maps
The Peoria Park District has many opportunities for walking, hiking and biking. The paths and trails in the Park
District range from paved, level walkways to rough, steep hiking trails. There’s something for everyone! Below is
an overview of trails and paths in the Park District.
Visit our premier hiking facility at Forest Park Nature Center!
FPNC has trails for all ages and skill levels, as well as educational offerings in the Nature Center itself. See pages 35-38.
PAVED AND FAIRLY LEVEL PAVED, BUT NOT SO LEVEL
Bradley Park Roads
Grand View Drive sidewalk: 1.75 miles 1500 N. Park Road
Glen Avenue to Grand View Drive Park
Charter Oak Park: 0.6 miles
5802 Orange Prairie Road
Becker Park: 0.6 miles PPD Rock Island Greenway: 13 miles
3400 Woodhill Lane To the North, connects to State of Illinois Glen Oak Park Roads
Rock Island Trail. To the Southeast, 2218 N. Prospect
Northtrail Park: 1 mile connects to the River Trail of Illinois.
1621 W. Meadowview Drive www.ritrail.org Sommer Park North: 1.25 miles
6600 N. Basket Oak Drive
Chartwell Park: 0.6 miles Stadium Park: 0.45 miles
2828 Willow Lake Road 500 East Lake Avenue
HIKING-GRAVEL-ACCESSIBLE
Franciscan Rec Complex: 0.5 miles
908 Sterling Avenue Illinois River Bluff Trail -
Oakbrook: 0.4 miles
HIKING-NATURAL SURFACE-EASY Access at 720 W. Brookforest Dr.
Illinois River Bluff Trail - Detweiller Park - Dry Run Trail: 0.6 miles Illinois River Bluff Trail - Robinson
Wokanda Purple: 0.65 miles 8327 N. Galena Road Hill Prairie Loop: 0.35 miles
620 Boy Scout Road
Detweiller Park - Ridge Top Trail: 0.5 miles Illinois River Bluff Trail -
8327 N. Galena Road
Illinois River Bluff Trail - Wokanda: 0.2 miles
Deerbrook Plateau: 0.4 miles Forest Park Valley and Valley Loop: 1.75 miles 620 Boy Scout Road
Access at 720 W. Brookforest Drive 5809 Forest Park Drive
Tawny Oaks Prairie Path:
.5 mile loop
HIKING-NATURAL SURFACE-MEDIUM 715 W Singing Woods Rd.
Detweiller Park - Trail: 0.25 miles
8327 N. Galena Road HIKING-NATURAL SURFACE-DIFFICULT
Forest Park Bee Tree and Deer Run: 3 miles Detweiller Pimiteoui: 3.2 miles
5809 Forest Park Drive 8327 N. Galena Road
Forest Park Pimiteoui: 1.25 miles
BICYCLING 5809 Forest Park Drive
PPD Rock Island Greenway: 13 miles Forest Park Wake Robin: 2.75 miles
To the North, connects to State of Illinois Rock Island Trail. 5809 Forest Park Drive
To the Southeast, connects to the River Trail of Illinois.
www.ritrail.org Illinois River Bluff Trail - Wokanda to Detweiller: 7 miles
Trailheads at 200 W Mossville Rd and Detweiller Park
Trail maps are available at Singing Woods Trail: 1.10 miles
www.peoriaparks-planning.org/park-maps 715 W. Singing Woods Rd.
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REGIONAL PARKS / FACILITIES
1. Bicycle Safety Town: 6518 N. Sheridan, 682-6684
2. Bradley Park: 1500 N. Park Road
3. Central Park Pool: 415 W. Richmond, 686-3370
Corn Stock Theatre: in Bradley Park (#2), 676-2196
4. Detweiller Park and Playground: 8327 N. Galena Rd.
5. Detweiller Marina: foot of Caroline St., 673-6523 22
6. Forest Park Nature Center: 5809 Forest Park Dr.,
686-3360
7. Franciscan Rec Complex & Park: 908 Sterling Ave.,
677-6705
8. Galena Marina: 8414 N. Galena Rd.
9. Glen Oak Park: 2218 N. Prospect Rd.
Glen Oak Amphitheatre: in Glen Oak Park (#9),
681-2851 24 14
10. Gwynn, John/Park & Aquatics: 807 W. Second,
676-2891 18
11. Heart of Illinois Special Rec: 8727 N. Pioneer Rd., 15
691-1929
12. Kinsey Park: 7999 W Southport Rd
13. Lakeview Park: Intersection of Lake & University
Lakeview Family Aquatic Center: in Lakeview
Park (#12), 686-3377
Lakeview Recreation Center: in Lakeview Park (#12) 49
Logan Rec Center: in Logan Park (#37), 676-8179
Luthy Botanical Garden: in Glen Oak Park (#9), 4 8
686-3362 11
14. Mossville Soccer Complex: Old Galena Rd. 25
Noble Center: in Lakeview Park (#12), 682-1200 27
Northmoor Observatory: at Donovan Park (#33) 26
15. Northtrail Park: 1621 W. Meadowview Dr. 41
Owens Center: in Lakeview Park (#12), 686-3369
Peoria Players Theatre: in Lakeview Park (#12), 33
688-4473 32 39
Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum: in Glen Oak 1
Park (#9), 686-3365 21 42 35 6
Peoria Zoo: in Glen Oak Park (#9), 686-3365 36
16. Proctor Recreation Center: 309 S. DuSable, 31
673-9183 37
Registration Offices: in Lakeview park (#12), 688-3667 12
17. RiverPlex: 600 N.E. Water St., 282-1700
18. Robinson Park: 2825 Mossville Rd. 13
19. Rocky Glen: Kickapoo Creek Rd.
20. Rolling River Playground: adjacent to RiverPlex (#16)
21. Sommer Park: 6329 Koerner Rd., Edwards, 691-8423 48
22. Tawny Oaks: 715 W Singing Woods Rd., Edelstein, 30 45
418-7051
23. Trewyn Park: 2219 S. Idaho, 637-3211 34
Tri-Centennial Playground: in Glen Oak Park (#9) 9
24. Wokanda, Camp: 620 Boy Scout Rd., Chillicothe,
579-2157 29
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25. Detweiller Golf Course: 8412 N. Galena Rd, 692-7518 44
26. Golf Learning Center: 7815 N. Radnor Rd, 690-7162 28 7 5
27. Kellogg Golf Course: 7716 Radnor Rd., 691-0293 19 38 17 47
28. Madison Golf Course: 2735 W. Dr. ML. King Jr. Dr., 10 50 20
673-7161 43 51
29. Newman Golf Course: 2021 W. Nebraska, 674-1663 16
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
30. Becker Park: 3400 W. Woodhill Lane
31. Bielfeldt Park: 5906 N. Galena Rd.
32. Charter Oak Park: 5802 Orange Prairie Rd. 40
33. Chartwell Park: 2828 Willow Lake Rd.
34. Columbia Park: 300 McClure 23
35. Creighton Woods Park: off of Creighton Ter.
36. Donovan Park: 5805 N. Knoxville, 691-8361
37. Endres Park: 5100 Willard Rd.
38. Giant Oak Park: 426 W. High St.
39. Iris Park: Intersection of Allen & Northmoor
40. Logan Park: 1414 S. Livingston, 676-8179
41. Manning Park: off of Queen Court Rd. LINEAR PARKS / TRAILS
42. Markwoodland Park: 6001 N. Frostwood Pkwy 47. Constitution Garden: located along RiverFront
43. Martin Luther King Jr. Park: 825 W. McBean 48. Grandview Drive
44. Morton Square Park: 901 N.E. Monroe 49. North End – PPD Rock Island Greenway
45. Schmoeger Park: 3400 N. Western 50. Festival Park at the RiverFront
46. Woodruff Park: foot of Grant St. 51. RiverFront Trail / Bike Path
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Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights • 686-3360 facebook.com/ForestParkNatureCenter @FPNCPPD
Trailhead Nature Store Educational Programs
AT A GLANCE Our nature store is stocked with a wide Forest Park Nature Center offers many ways
This rugged 540-acre park is designated variety of eco-friendly and nature-related for students to learn about the natural
as an Illinois State Nature Preserve. products and is an exceptional resource for world. Call for a detailed brochure on any of
The Nature Center’s seven miles of the environmentally conscious consumer. the following:
hiking trails traverse bluffed forestland The Trailhead offers a full line of premium
and open woodland interspersed birdseed, houses and feeders; organic Field Studies: Our environmental education
with hill prairie openings that contain cotton, hemp, and recycled clothing; staff is available to lead your classroom,
uncommon prairie plant species such nature books and field guides; non-toxic scout troop, or other organization on a field
as bottlebrush grass, pussytoes and cleaning and bath & body products; and study through the forests and prairies of
golden alexander. Chipmunks, squirrels Fair Trade and organic items. All purchases Forest Park. These tours last up to 1.5 hours
and white-tailed deer are common directly support the Nature Center and help and start at $55 for up to 30 people.
inhabitants. Over 100 woodland maintain the Forest Park Nature Preserve.
bird species commonly use the park Mini-Naturalist Programs: Geared
as migrants, winter visitors or year- to encourage the natural curiosity of
round residents. The Nature Center’s Presentations preschoolers ages 3-5, this 1.5-hour
bird feeding station is always busy Forest Park offers naturalists that are program takes place at the Moose Shelter
with black-capped chickadees, tufted available to speak to your group on a range at Detweiller Park in April, May, September,
titmice, white-breasted nuthatches of subjects, including Bird Life of Central and October and is just $2.50/student ($40
and downy woodpeckers, as well as Illinois, Ecology of the Illinois River Bluffs, minimum).
warblers, vireos and other neotropical Native Wildflowers and Trees of Illinois,
species, particularly during migration local outdoor recreational areas, Non-Toxic Traveling Naturalists: Our naturalists are
times. Alternatives for Body & Home, and more.
Call the Nature Center for details and to available to present 45-minute interpretive
MANAGER Kristi Shoemaker book a presentation. programs for your classroom, garden club,
[email protected] scout group, or other civic organization.
Fees start at $60.
RENT THE NATURE CENTER
pg. 99 Girl Scout Badge Workshops: Girl Scouts
can complete badge requirements for
BIRTHDAYS AT FPNC pg. 102 Brownie Hiker, Brownie Bugs, Junior
Animal Habitats, Cadette Night Owl, and
HOURS Cadette Trees at Forest Park. Fees are $75
Nature Center: Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm for Cadette Night Owl (2 hours) and $65
Sunday 1-5 pm for all other workshops (1.5 hours). Call to
Groups that Meet at FPNC schedule a workshop for your troop.
Trails: Dawn to Dusk, year round
Open year round with wheelchair Central Illinois Herpetological Society
accessible trails Public meetings on the first Thursday Boy Scout Merit Badge Days
of every month at 7 pm. Come to share
Forest Park Memberships or learn about the fascinating world of Boy Scouts are invited to come to FPNC
Help support Forest Park Nature Center amphibians and reptiles. Contact CIHS at to earn their Merit Badges. Our resident
by becoming a C.O.R.E. (Conservation 682-6208 for more information. Merit Badge Counselor will be on hand
and Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts) to guide Scouts through their education!
member. Memberships start at $20 Heart of Illinois Sierra Club Most requirements for this Merit Badge
will be met by the end of the session, and
and include a 1-year subscription to Public meetings on the third Wednesday final requirements can be brought back to
Tracks and Trails, 10% discount in of each month from September through the Counselor in order to receive a Badge.
the Trailhead Nature Store, reduced May at 7 pm. There is usually a guest Please bring your blue card to be signed.
fees for classes & concerts, plus speaker followed by discussion. For further Fee: $10/Scout
membership privileges at over 130 information contact David Pittman at
nature centers in North America. [email protected], 676-5237. Date Time Badge Register
Please note, dogs are not allowed by
at Forest Park Nature Center due to Peoria Audubon Society Sa: 1/7 2-5 pm Mammal 12/31/16
its status as an Illnois State Nature Public meetings and presentations on the Study
Preserve. Dogs are welcome at other second Wednesday of each month from Sa: 4/15 9 am- Bird 4/4/17
Peoria Park District Parks, as well as September through May at 7 pm. Visit 12 pm Study
our dog parks (see pg. 95). www.peoriaaudubon.org for details.
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Classes and Programs at FPNC
Advanced Registration Required
Nature Classes for Kids/Home School Natural Basket Weaving Paint a Wren House!
Nature Classes Learn the basics of basket weaving as we Provide a great nesting space for a wren
This series of programs is for children make a beautiful basket out of pine needles family this summer. Kids will have a blast
who want to learn about Illinois’ natural and other natural materials. No experience painting a wooden wren house to take
world. These sessions will vary in topic necessary and all materials are provided. home a couple of days later, once the
and structure and children will participate Age: 13+ Fee: $12, $10/CORE members houses are dry and sealant has been
in hands-on activities aimed at increasing Code Date Time applied. All supplies are included. Dress to
their knowledge and interest in each topic. get messy!
Please dress for outside activities. 76029 Su: 1/22 1-3 pm Age: 6-12 Fee: $12, $10/CORE members
Age: 6-12 Time: 10-11:30 am Code Date Time
Fee per class: $9/child, $7/CORE members Winter Survival
Parents should attend at no fee. Do you know what to do if your car gets 76031 Su: 4/9 2-3 pm
stuck in the snow in the middle of nowhere?
Code Date Subject Are you prepared to survive in the harsh NEW! Spring Break Escape at FPNC
76013 Th: 2/2 Winter Tree ID winter conditions? Come learn the do’s Kick off Spring Break with a morning of fun
76014 Sa: 2/4 Winter Tree ID and don’ts of winter survival. There will at Forest Park Nature Center! Complete
be an opportunity to practice some of the a scavenger hunt challenge in the forest,
76015 Th: 3/2 Signs of Spring
skills hands-on outside, so please dress play nature games, meet some fascinating
76018 Sa: 3/4 Signs of Spring appropriately. animals, and paint a birdhouse to take
76019 Sa: 4/1 Nests & Eggs Age: 10+ Fee: $5 home. Please bring your lunch for a picnic in
76016 Th: 4/6 Nests & Eggs Code Date Time the woods!
76017 Th: 5/4 What Bird is That? 76204 Sa: 2/19 1:30-3:30 pm Age: 7-12 Fee: $16/child
76020 Sa: 5/6 What Bird is That? Code Date Time
Birding Tour of the Illinois River 76034 M: 4/10 9 am-1 pm
Preschool Party This trip will take in some of the bird
Bring your little one to the Nature Center migration hotspots along the Illinois River,
for a “party” filled with fun and learning spots renowned for both scenic quality and
designed just for them! Each session bird diversity. After meeting at the Nature
features nature-themed activities and a Center, we will proceed to sites such as
craft, and if the weather permits, a walk Spring Lake, Chautauqua, Rice Lake, Banner
outside. Marsh, and one of the largest wetland
Age: 2-5 Time: 10-11 am restoration projects in the world, the Nature
Fee per class: $9/child, $7/CORE members Conservancy’s Emiquon Preserve. This trip,
Parents should attend at no fee. led by Dennis Endicott and Mike Miller
of the Peoria Audubon Society, includes
Code Date Subject
transportation, a delicious lunch, and
76021 Sa: 1/21 Eagles snacks.
76022 M: 1/30 Eagles Age: 14+
76023 Sa: 2/25 Fur & Feathers Fee: $40/person, $35/CORE and Peoria
Audubon members
76024 M: 2/27 Fur & Feathers
Code Date Time
76025 Sa: 3/25 Rocks
76030 Sa: 3/4 7 am-5 pm
76026 M: 3/27 Rocks
76027 M: 4/24 Nests & Eggs NEW! Brunch with a Turtle
76028 Sa: 4/29 Nests & Eggs Join our Box Turtle for brunch while you
learn what turtles like to eat. All ages Forest Fairy Tea Party
Enjoy a spring afternoon tea party at Forest
welcome. Light breakfast provided. Park! Participants will create their own fairy
Age: All Fee: $10, $8/CORE members
accessories and then stroll through the
Code Date Time forest together, enjoying some refreshing
76205 Sa: 3/18 10-11 am tea and treats afterwards.
Age: 4-9 Fee: $9, $7/CORE members
Code Date Time
76032 Su: 4/30 2-3:30 pm
76033 Sun: 5/7 2-3:30 pm
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Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights • 686-3360
Drop-In Walks and Programs at FPNC
Many of our programs are free, but donations are requested.
Yoga with Jean Sloan Animal Encounters Show the Park Some Love
Every Monday • 5:30-6:45 pm • Ages 13+ Feel the smooth scales of a snake slide 2/1-2/14 • During Regular Business Hours
Fee: $36/4 classes, $64/8 classes, or $10 through your hand, hear the hiss of a giant Drop by the Nature Center anytime from
drop-in cockroach, and see a tarantula up close February 1st through Valentine’s Day to
This beginning class will combine gentle and personal. This short program will give leave a love note for the park! We will
postures, breathing practices and relaxation you a new respect for some animals who have paper, crayons, markers and more set
with an emphasis on self-acceptance and definitely don’t fit into the cute, furry, up in the bird room to let your creativity
discovery. Wear comfortable clothing, bring cuddly mold, but are nonetheless some of fly. Let us know why you love the nature
a mat, and refrain from eating a large meal nature’s greatest creatures. center! You can either hang up your Forest
prior to class. Some mats are available for Date Subject Time Park Valentine to display, or leave it in the
use. For more information contact Jean at mailbox provided for staff to read.
678-8099. Su: 1/8 Insects and Spiders 1:30-2 pm
Su: 1/29 Snakes and Turtles 1:30-2 pm Leafless Tree ID
Old Time Folk & Country Jam Su: 2/12 Insects and Spiders 1:30-2 pm Sa: 2/11 and 2/25 • 1:30 pm • Ages 10+
2nd Sunday of each month Su: 2/26 Snakes and Turtles 1:30-2 pm Winter tree identification should not “leaf”
3:30-5:00 pm • All ages you “stumped!” Learn how to easily identify
Dust off that guitar, fiddle, banjo or other River Spirit Flute Circle native trees in the winter. Winter tree
acoustic instrument and bring it down to Sa: 1/21, 2/18, 3/18, and 4/15 finders and several field guides are available
the Nature Center for a jam session. Meet 1:00-2:00 pm • All ages in the store.
other musicians and learn some new songs. Listen to Native American flute music,
Music lovers of all ages are encouraged to or try your hand at playing this beautiful St. Patrick’s Day Snake Lore
come, listen and enjoy. wooden instrument. All levels are welcome, Su: 3/12 • 1:30 pm • All ages
and the circle is open to the public. No St. Patrick may have chased all of the
Eagles on the Illinois River previous musical experience is necessary. snakes out of Ireland, but thankfully he
Sa: 1/7 • 10 am Randy Starnes, a local flute maker, is the hasn’t banished the snakes from Forest
Each year hundreds of bald eagles over- leader of the group and will have flutes Park! Celebrate St. Patty’s Day at the
winter in the Illinois River Valley. We for you to borrow or purchase. Bring your Nature Center by learning about the myths,
dedicate this day to the appreciation of own flute if you have one. Contact Bonnie legends, and traditions concerning snakes
these incredible birds of prey as the Peoria Cox at [email protected] for more from cultures across the globe.
Audubon Society and Forest Park Nature information.
Center offer a presentation and tours to Clean the Hill!
view Bald Eagles along the river! Reverse Science Fair Su: 4/2 • 1-3 pm • Ages 12+
M: 1/16 • $4/child, $3/CORE members Join us in cleaning up one of the more
Owl Prowl at Forest Park Ages: Grade School and Jr. High Students neglected areas in Forest Park Nature
Tu: 1/10 and 2/7 • 6 pm • Ages 5+ 10 am-2 pm (drop in anytime) Center, Forest Park Drive. To make the
Hike into the realm of nocturnal critters. This Martin Luther King Day, keep your cleanup as safe as possible, the Village of
Learn the natural history of our native kids learning on their day off of school! Peoria Heights will be closing the hill from
owls. We will practice our owl calls and You bring the kids and we will set up the traffic. Work gloves and trash bags will be
everyone will have a chance to “give a experiments. This science fair will have a provided. Please wear appropriate clothing
hoot.” Dress warm! series of interactive, nature themed science and bring a water bottle. We will be leaving
demonstrations. from Forest Park Nature Center at 1 pm. All
Winter Wonder Walks participants between 12-17 years of age
Sa: 1/14 and 1/28 • 9:30 am must have a parent or guardian present.
Watch the wonderful world of nature
unfold on these naturalist-guided tours. Morning Bird Hikes
We will explore animal tracks and learn Sa: 4/15 and 5/13
how animals cope with the season. Dress 7:30-8:30 am • Ages 10+
warm! The early bird may get the worm, but the
early rising bird watcher gets to see the
best assortment of our feathered friends!
Please bring your own binoculars (we
have a few pairs to lend out). All levels of
experience are welcome!
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Songs from the Woods Concert Series Peoria Wilds Ecological
Restoration Workdays
The woods will ring with music at our monthly concert series featuring some of the best
singer-songwriters and folk musicians anywhere! Fee: $10/adult, $9/ages 12 and under, Join these restoration
$8/CORE members. Concerts begin at 7 pm. VOLUNTEER!
workdays and meet new pgs. 96-98
Bryan Bowers • Saturday, January 14 Four Shillings Short • Saturday, March 11 people, learn about native
For nearly three decades, Bryan Bowers Four Shillings Short (and non-native) flora and fauna, have
has been to the autoharp what Earl is part of the creative some fun, and get some exercise! Bring
Scruggs was to the five-string banjo. He fusion that is happening gloves and water and dress appropriately
presents instrumental virtuosity combined in World Music today. for an outdoor experience.
with warmth, eloquence, expression and Blending Celtic, East
professionalism. Bryan has a dynamic Indian and American Folk Call Kristi Shoemaker at 309-686-3360 for
outgoing personality and an uncanny music with Medieval, further information. Or, just show up at
ability to enchant a crowd in practically Renaissance and Original one of the workdays listed below.
any situation. compositions, “the international duo have
carved out a musical identity all their own.” Forest Park Nature Preserve
Barry Cloyd and Friends • Saturday, February 11 Garlic Mustard Melee
Barry has been The Cantrells • Saturday, April 8 Sa: 4/29 from 1-4pm and
performing across Al and Emily Cantrell have been bringing their Sa: 5/13 from 10am-1 pm
America for years, unique style of acoustic music to a growing (other dates by appointment)
but his roots run number of fans across the country since
deep here in Peoria. before their marriage in 1985. Their music Ages 14+ (minors must have guardian
An accomplished has been featured on NPR’s Mountain Stage signed waiver)
songwriter and exceptional guitarist, and Riders Radio Theater as well as numerous Garlic mustard, an exotic invasive plant
multi-instrumentalist and historian, Barry other local, regional and national radio species, is threatening to drive out the
always pulls in an exceptional line-up of programs. native understory plants and is gaining
musicians for this annual show to the ground rapidly. Please spend what time
hometown crowd. you can helping us control this plant that
Drop-In Programs Continued is spreading rapidly! A short presentation
on garlic mustard identification and
Spring Photo Scavenger Hunt Signs of Spring Walks control will precede the control efforts.
Sa: 4/15 • 10 am-4 pm • All Ages Su: 4/23 • 1:30 pm • All ages
Bring your digital camera or phone and Explore the woods with a naturalist and Springdale Cemetery Savanna
head out onto the trails! Each participant experience the awakening of the plants and Contact steward Mike Rucker at
will receive a list of challenges to complete animals of the Illinois River Bluffs. Discover 309-692-0621 or [email protected].
on this fun, nature-themed scavenger hunt spring wildflowers, insects and colorful birds
that can be done in a group or individually. on these hikes. Rocky Glen Hill Prairie Area
Complete as many challenges as you can, Contact steward David Pittman at
and when you’re done, show your photos to Wildflower Walks 309-676-5237 or [email protected]
the naturalist back at the Nature Center. W: 4/19, 5/3, and 5/17 • 10 am • All ages for more information.
Nothing is better than starting the day with a
13th Annual warm cup of coffee or tea and breathing some
Earth Day Festival fresh spring air! Participants will love seeing
the beauty of spring revealed and the chance
Sa: 4/22 • 11 am-4 pm • All ages to get to know some other nature lovers on
Celebrate Mother Nature! Here’s your this naturalist guided tour. Wear comfortable
opportunity to “think globally, act locally.” walking shoes as we will walk up to a half-
Peruse the numerous booths, locate local mile.
resources, and learn what you can do to
make a difference. Enjoy live music, great
local food, educational materials and Mother’s Day Hike
hands-on demos, Su: 5/14 • 1:30 pm • All ages
kids crafts and Enjoy the beauty of Forest Park together as a
face painting, family as we stroll through the woods to see
and much more. what Mother Nature has to offer. Each mother
Register to win in attendance will receive a small Mother’s
door prizes and Day gift.
enjoy our Annual
Earth Day Sale at
the Trailhead VOLUNTEER!
Nature Store. pgs. 96-98
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Camp Wokanda
620 Boy Scout Rd, Chillicothe • 579-2157 facebook.com/CampWokanda
AT A GLANCE NEW!
Camp Wokanda is a 276-acre woodland Chill Billy Winter Sporting Event
setting that includes a lake, trails, dining
hall, cabins, program buildings and tent
camping. Wokanda is reserved for rental Saturday, January 14 • 9 am
groups and program participants. Just $5 for ages 5+, ages 4 and under are free
20 minutes from downtown Peoria,
Wokanda offers a variety of naturalist Cabins are available to rent!
tours, environmental education and VOLUNTEER!
rental options for groups interested in General admission includes: pgs. 96-98
secluded gatherings in a natural setting. • Chili lunch
• Open ice fishing
CAMP WOKANDA MANAGER
Jacob Mol: [email protected] • Introduction to Orienteering
• Winter Survival Class
BIRTHDAYS See pg. 102 • Winter Birding Hike
EVENT RENTALS See pg. 99
For a Camp Map, please visit us at Register in advance for the Chill Billy
www.peoriaparks.org/camp-wokanda/
2-hour and 8-hour Endurance Runs!
Camping Accommodations Visit www.runract.net to register.
Ridge Cabins (capacity: 20/cabin) $45 - 2-Hour Endurance Run
Includes the North, East, South & West Cabins. $65 - 8-Hour Endurance Run (race participants are exempt from $5 admission fee)
Camp style buildings with wood floors,
bunkbeds, electricity, wood stoves, outdoor fire-
ring and outhouses. Rentals include access to Check Facebook for a complete schedule of events!
Camp Wokanda’s restroom and shower facility.
$80/weekend night; $135/weekend; $70/
weekday Doggie Easter Egg Hunt
Valley Cabins (capacity: 12/cabin) VOLUNTEER!
Includes the Blackfeet, Iroquois, Handicraft, Saturday, April 15 • 1-3 pm pgs. 96-98
and Cherokee Cabins. Four cabins in main valley, $5/dog, $2/human
similar to our Ridge Cabins, but with concrete
floors. Rentals include access to Wokanda’s This Doggie Egg Hunt includes hunts for small and large
restroom and shower facility. $60/weekend breeds, a costume contest with prizes and activities for
night; $85/weekend; $50/weeknight the whole family! A portion of this family furrr-iendly
event will be donated to local animal shelters. Be sure
Tent Camping (capacity: 10/site) to bring your camera!
Tent sites are located throughout the camp to
accommodate groups of various sizes. They
are available with hand washing facilities and
privies. Other single tent sites available upon
request. $20/night Group Programs
Group Tent Sites Naturalist Guided Hikes Junior Girl Scout Badges: Camper, Naturalist,
(Suited for LARGE Groups with more than 4 $3/student • 1.5 hours Gardener, Artist, Animal Habitats
tents). Our Pines and Algonquin Group tent Handouts available upon request: Cost: $10 per scout (10 minimum)
sites are perfect for large scale camping events Choose from the list of topics below or pair up
and can accommodate several tents for your with staff to create a tailored experience. Cub Scouts Badges: Naturalist, Forester
next outing! $80/night Pond Study • Creek Stomp • Wild about Bugs Cost: $10 per scout (10 minimum)
Artists and Scientists • Nature Hike
Adirondacks (capacity: 4/unit) Birding Hike • Tree ID Boy Scout Merit Badges: Bird Study,
Three lean-tos in a remote part of camp. Environmental Science, Fish & Wildlife, Insect
$20/night
Scout Badges Study, Nature, Weather, Mammal Study,
Firewood is available with cabin rentals for $20 Pair one of the following badges with our Plant Study, Wildlife Survival, Reptile and
for a half bin or $40 for a full bin. Downed and overnight accommodations and you will be Amphibian Study, Art
dead wood can be used by registered campers sure to make memories that will last a lifetime! Cost: $15 per scout (10 minimum)
free of charge.
Brownie Girl Scout Badges: Hiker, Bugs, Senses. Advance registration is required and may only be
Canoes are available by reservation as staffing Cost: $10 per scout (10 minimum) scheduled according to staff availability. Call us or
permits. Rental includes paddles and personal e-mail [email protected] for details.
flotation devices. $10/per canoe for a 2-hour
rental
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Classes and Programs at Camp Wokanda
Just drop in unless otherwise listed.
Painting a Winter Scene - Advanced Registration Required
Sa: 2/18 • 12-3 pm • $15 Barn Dance
Join us for a Winter Wonderland painting in our Rustic Lodge setting. Capture the winter
beauty with a warm fire and beverages. All materials are provided and instructor will Sa: 4/8 • 7-10 pm
guide and teach techniques to help you capture a scenic painting with acrylic. Bring $5/person or $20/family
your easel if you have one, please. Call 579-2157 or email [email protected] to
register. Come on down for a boot scoot ‘n’
Maple Syrup Workshop and Pancake Breakfast boogie evening at Camp Wokanda.
Advanced Registration Recommended but Not Required This is our first barn dance of the year.
Sa: 4/1 • 9:00 am-12:00 pm Jim Hicks and Peggy Holmes are
$12/adults, $6/ages 4-12, free/ages 0-3 VOLUNTEER! guaranteed to keep your feet moving
pgs. 96-98
Fill up on pancakes and fresh Maple Syrup from Camp throughout the night. All skill levels are
Wokanda!
Then, go on a tour to learn the basics of how maple syrup is processed welcome!
and collected. Breakfast will be served from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Follow the lantern-lit path to enjoy
Tours are at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, and 12:0 pm. Call 579-2157 or email music, dancing, and snack in the Dining
[email protected] to register.
Hall. Bring your favorite treat to share.
Essential Oils - Advanced Registration Required
$5 per person
Come learn about essential oils- what they are, how they can be used, Over 21? Save the date for
and safety tips. Essential oils are gifts from the earth that support our Camp Wokandas's 1st
bodies' physical and emotional functions. We will sample a variety of
oils, and specifically discuss how to use them to make you healthy and
happy! Each participant will get to make a product to take home. Call ADULTS ONLY
579-2157 or email [email protected] to register.
Topic Take Home Date Time DAY CAMP
New Year, New You Roller Blend Su: 1/8 1-2:30 pm
Romance is in the Air Salt or Massage Blend Sun: 1/28 1-2:30 pm Coming July 29th-30th, 2017
Greening Your Cleaning All purpose Cleaner Sun: 3/12 1-2:30 pm No Wi-Fi. No Worries. Just Nature!
Products
Tawny Oaks
715 W Singing Woods Rd, Edelstein • 686-3360
Tawny Oaks will be open on
AT A GLANCE
Tawny Oaks is one of the Peoria Park April 1 through October 28,
District’s newest natural areas and is 2017 on Wednesday through
located adjacent to Singing Woods, a Saturday, 10:00 am -4:00 pm.
700 acre Illinois Nature Preserve. It will be closed Sunday through
Tuesday.
The mission of the Tawny Oaks site is
to “focus the community on the rich
biotic heritage of Central Illinois and Contact Forest Park Nature
engage people in its protection and Center for more information on
restoration.” The property contains a Tawny Oaks.
prairie restoration, handicap accessible
trail, picnic area, and is the future
home of a visitors center.
Tawny Oaks is located in rural Edelstein
near the Caterpillar Mossville Plant.
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Sommer Park
6329 Koerner Rd, Edwards • 691-8423
Civil War Spring Drill Get a jump on
AT A GLANCE summer! Check
Sommer Park is a use-by-reservation $3/person out Summer Camp
facility that offers private/public special Saturday, April 29 • 10 am-5 pm programs and take
events, including weddings, reunions, Sunday, April 30 • 10 am-2 pm advantage of early-
picnics, and church/youth groups. It can Spring has arrived and soldiers are bird pricing.
accommodate over 1000 guests. preparing for a long march. Come PAGES 84-95
experience the daily life of men and
MANAGER Tom Miller women and watch them in action (and
[email protected] perhaps be a part of daily drill). Civil War Sommer Park School and
enthusiasts from the Midwest will bring to Corporate Teams Course
BIRTHDAY PARTIES See pg. 102 life the joys and sorrows of the time. Bring
a camera and have your picture taken The Sommer Park Teams Course is a series
WEDDINGS & RENTALS See pg. 100 with the soldiers. of 12 initiatives strategically laid out in a
woodland setting. This series of puzzles,
VOLUNTEER AT SOMMER PARK Central Illinois Military Fest obstacles, and challenges, by their design,
Become a Sommer Park VIP - will demand communication, cooperation,
Volunteering, Interpreting and WWII & Vietnam and trust. At its very basic, a teams course
Saturday, June 3 • 10 am-4 pm
Preserving - Living History and Sunday, June 4 • 10 am-3 pm is fun, but it also allows for high quality,
Environmental Education. We structured, and purposeful learning. Enjoy
are currently seeking volunteers Public Battles: being a player in the Human Foosball court
or play in the Ga Ga Pit!
• Saturday at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm
interested in outdoor education and • Sunday at 11 am and 1 pm For 15 or more participants, age 11+.
living history. Training is available; this Call for fee details.
is a great place to spend www.centralilww2.com
a few hours during the VOLUNTEER!
pgs. 96-98
month! SHELTER RENTAL
Rent a shelter for a few hours (5 hour max), a whole day (until 11 pm) or for the weekend.
Prairie Shelter ............................................................................................... $ 50.00/hour
Save the date! 250 person capacity, electricity, modern vaulted toilets, and playground 75’ x 25”
Pioneer Days Woodland Shelter ......................................................................................... $ 30.00/hour
June 25, July 30, August 27, 60 person capacity, electricity, ceiling fans, beautiful setting, port-a-potties 32’ x 26’
Camp HQ Front Porch ................................................................................... $ 35.00/hour
September 24 and October 29 80 person capacity, electricity, large open field and flushable toilets.
1-4 pm • $3/person age 4+ Pioneer Homestead ...................................................................................... $ 30.00/hour
30 person capacity, port-a-potties, outside picnic area (does NOT include barn or cabin)
Fire Circles ..................................................................................................... $ 25.00/hour
Nena 40 person capacity, nearby play fields and parking
Kitchen Rental ...........................................................$30/up to 5 hours or $50/full day
Ancient Oaks Day Camp kitchen includes a commercial refrigerator, freezer and industrial
three-compartment sinks (subject to availability).
Hardware WEDDINGS, RECEPTIONS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
The Prairie Schoolhouse has large windows, tin lanterns and a tree draped background. The
affordable fee of $450 makes this a perfect indoor site with seating for 70 people.
1415 W. Forrest Hill • Peoria
688-9700 The Prairie Shelter is a large, outdoor covered shelter. The quiet, tree lined location is only
$800 for full day rental (until 11 pm) and includes the ability to serve beer and wine and
QUALITY SERVICE SINCE 1979 choose your own catering company. A must see for that special occasion or fundraiser. Tents
may be used on site with the rental of additional days ($200/day) to prepare for the event.
Thank you to Nena for
sponsoring PHOTOGRAPHY SITE RENTAL
100 Bluebird Nesting Boxes Looking to take senior portraits, engagement/wedding/family photos with a unique setting?
The Pioneer Homestead contains 1850 style building and trees/native grasses suited for that
in select ideal pose. Fee is $30/hour and a permit is provided upon full payment.
Peoria Park District Parks!
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50 Rock
Melinda Huett, Coordinator • 681-2859 • [email protected] facebook.com/Peoria50Rock
50 Rock Community
Classic Movies at the Noble Center
Fee: $3 • Each movie starts at 1 pm
Escape for a bit and join us for the movies that Purchase a 2017
entertained you in a simpler time. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry Classic Movies Season
Pass for $12!
AT A GLANCE and maybe even feel like dancing. Enjoy complimentary
We offer a variety of classes for popcorn and beverages while you watch.
ages 50+ that take place in various
locations throughout the Peoria Movie Stars Date
community. The Inspector General - 1948 Danny Kaye Tu: 1/10
The Son of Monte Cristo - 1940 Louis Hayward, Joan Bennett Tu: 2/14
Special thanks to the many
businesses and agencies that host My Favorite Brunette - 1947 Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour Tu: 3/14
recreation programs. The Little Princess - 1939 Shirley Temple, Richard Greene Tu: 4/11
CLASS LOCATIONS
• Don’s Music Land/MusiCenter
7717 N. University #A Cooking Classes at Hy-Vee
• Franciscan Rec Complex (FRC) Katrina Howard, RD, LDN, is the dietitian at the Hy-Vee on Sheridan Road. She is passionate
908 Sterling Ave about making nutritious food taste amazing and loves sharing that knowledge. Join us in
the upstairs club room to learn about a variety of healthy topics. These cooking classes
• First Baptist Church of Peoria will be fun, interactive, and come with food samples to give you an idea of how delicious
411 W Lake Ave healthy eating can be.
• Noble Center
1125 W Lake Ave Code Day-Date Cost Time Subject
• Forest Park Nature Center 77872 W: 1/11* $40 5:30-6:30 pm 6 Slow Cooker Freezer Meals for 2
5809 N Forest Park Drive 77873 W: 1/11* $75 5:30-6:30 pm 6 Slow Cooker Freezer Meals for 4
• Hy-Vee 77874 W: 2/8 $12 2-3 pm Vegetarian Heart Healthy
4125 N Sheridan Rd 77875 W: 3/8 $20 5:30-6:30 pm Dumplings from Around the World
77876 W: 4/12 $20 2-3 pm Spring Vegetables
*Please note you will be making meals to take home during the 1/11 classes.
50 Rock Learning: Upcycled & Recycled Projects
Classes held at Forest Park Nature Center
Plarn Bags Natural Basket Weaving Nostalgic T-Shirt Tote
Learn how to make a reusable tote bag Learn the basics of basket weaving as we Bags
made from recycled plastic grocery bags! make a beautiful basket out of natural Do you have old T-Shirts that you don't
We will crochet the totes using "plarn" materials. No experience is necessary, and wear any more but aren't ready to part
or plastic yarn. Crochet experience is all materials will be provided. with? Use them to create a tote bag!
helpful, but not necessary. All materials Code Date Time Cost Bring your T-Shirts, and we will provide
will be provided, and participants will 77879 M: 2/13 10-11:30am $10* instruction and sewing supplies.
be given a crochet hook for completing
future projects with this technique. Code Date Time Cost
77881 M: 3/20 10-11:30 am $10*
Code Date Time Cost
77878 M: 1/23 10-11:30 am $10* *Fee for Forest Park CORE members is $8
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50 Rock
Melinda Huett, Coordinator • 681-2854 • [email protected] facebook.com/Peoria50Rock
50 Rock Learning
Piano/Keyboard/Technic and Mah Jongg
Theory Classes Mondays and Wednesday, ongoing AARP Classes
Location: Don’s Music Land 1-3 pm
Have you ever said to yourself: “I’ve always Noble Center 50 Rock is partnering with AARP
wanted to play the piano,” or “I wish I had $3/session or $25/10 visit punch card to offer FREE educational sessions
never quit taking piano lessons.” These at the Noble Center. To register for
comments are quite common. Studies have A fun and challenging table game any of these classes, please call
shown that learning and playing piano will with 3-4 players per table. It teaches AARP at 1-877-926-8300.
benefit you physically and mentally. As adults,
we all need to enrich our lives and our minds! skill, strategy and calculation as you iPhone Beyond the Basics
Come join the fun, make new friends, and exercise your mental muscles and Tu: 1/24 • 11:30 am-1 pm
learn a wonderful life-long hobby. enjoy some fun with friends learning Join AARP for a more in-depth
to play this very old, very popular class on your iPhone. This class
The classes below are for all students: Very game that originated in China. New is taking you a step beyond the
Beginners, Begin Again, and Continuing and experienced players welcome. This basics.
Students. All students are in a group setting is American style Mah Jongg and not
with each student taught individually. Choose the computer game. Peggy Whaley will Digital Photography for iPhone
the class time that is best for you!
be available to instruct new players. Tu: 1/31 • 12:30-2 pm
Code Date Time Cost AARP has identified all the skills
77577 Tu: 1/24-4/4* 1-1:50 pm $130 you need to take great photos,
77871 Tu: 1/24-4/4* 2-2:50 pm $130 Book Smarts: Peer Book Review organize and protect your images,
tell powerful visual stories, and
Thursday, 3/16 1-3pm
77575 Tu: 1/24-4/4* 3-3:50 pm $130 safely share your images with
Have you read a good book lately?
77578 Tu: 4/25-5/23 1-1:50 pm $65 Are you looking for a good book to family and friends through your
77870 Tu: 4/25-5/23 3-3:50 pm $65 read? This is not a book club, but an iPhone or iPad.
77576 Tu: 4/25-5/23 3-3:50 pm $65 opportunity for fellow book lovers
*No Class 3/21 to come together and give a brief
overview and opinion of recent books Save the Date
they have read and to share with the May 3-7, 2017
group for potential books to also read.
Please bring the name and title of the
book you would like to discuss with
others. This is also your chance to hear
others review books that you might be
interested in.
Bluebirds in the Park
Saturday, 4/8 10:00am-12:00pm
Learn how to help bluebirds by studying
the ones that nest at Sommer Park. Park Over 21?
bluebird monitors will share pictures and
data about the resident bluebirds and Save the date for
will also take participants on a short walk Camp Wokanda's 1st
to visit some nesting boxes at the park.
Participants will also have the option to
take home the plans and/or supplies for ADULTS ONLY
building their own bluebird nesting box Day Camp
for $5. Please dress appropriately for the Check It Out!
weather as we will go rain or shine. This
program is sponsored by the generous Coming July 29th-30th, 2017 Find more adult fitness
support of Nena Hardware. classes on page 67.
No Wi-Fi.
Code Date Time Cost No Worries. Find Tai Ji classes on page
77883 Sa: 4/8 10-12:00 pm $5 Just Nature! 55.
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50 Rock Wellness
Fun and Fit Over 50
A wonderful low impact cardio class for men and women age 50+. This class incorporates strengthening, toning, stretching and
resistance exercises with bands, balls and weights. Get fit, have fun and make new friends. Punchcards can be used at all locations.
DROP IN ANYTIME Core and More 9:00-9:50 am Peggy Shadid & Theresa Pearce $3.50 drop in or $30/10 visit punch card Noble Center
Time
Day
Location
Fee
Instructor
Franciscan Rec Complex
$3.50 drop in or $30/10 visit punch card
M, W, F (ongoing)
8:00-8:50 am
Nancy Shallenberger & Kendra Parker
M, W, F (ongoing)
A stronger core strengthens and improves the whole body and makes you move and feel better. Try it - you’ll love this class and feel so
much better. This class happens right after Fun & Fit - stay and give it a go!
Time
Day-Date
Location
Fee
Instructor
Nancy Shallenberger & Kendra Parker $3 drop in or $25/$10 visit punch card
8:55-9:25 am
M, W (ongoing)
Franciscan Rec Complex
Noble Center
M, W 1/10-2/28
Peggy Shadid
$3 drop in or $25/$10 visit punch card
10-10:30 am
50 Rock Walk and More
Simple walking for cardio, exercise bands and light weights for toning, strength and core development. Maximum fun!
Day-Date Time Instructor Fee Location
Tu, Th (ongoing) 5:00-5:50 pm Peggy Shadid $3.50 drop in or $30/10 visit punch card Lakeview Rec Center
Beginner Line Dance
Learn basic line dance steps using swing, cha-cha and waltz music for great fun and exercise. No partner needed.
Code Day-Date Time Instructor Fee Location
77543 M: 1/9-2/27 9:30-10:30 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church .
77544 Tu: 1/10-2/28 9:30-10:30 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church
77566 Th: 1/12-3/2 10:15-11:15 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church .
77567 M: 3/6-4/24 9:30-10:30 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church
77569 Tu: 3/7-4/25 9:30-10:30 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church
77570 Th: 3/9-4/27* 10:15-11:15 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church *4/27 class at Noble Center.
Intermediate Line Dance
Step up the challenge and the fun with intermediate line dance! *4/27 class at Noble Center.
Code Day-Date Time Instructor Fee Location
77545 Th: 1/12-3/2 9:00-10:00 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church Personal Training with
77571 Th: 3/9-4/27 9:00-10:00 am Jerrie Roe $32 First Baptist Church Peggy Shadid
Flexible times at Noble Center,
Franciscan Rec Complex and
Yoga for 50+ Lakeview Recreation Center
Join in an ancient practice that harmonizes mind, body and spirit. Yoga reduces stress and improves Certified personal trainer
muscle tone and flexibility. Class is suitable for beginners and experienced participants. Peggy Shadid will create a fun,
Code Day-Date Time Instructor Fee Location safe program designed to meet
77541 Tu, Th: 1/17-2/23 9:00-9:50 am Nancy Shallenberger $40 Franciscan Rec Complex your personal fitness needs.
Choose indoor or outdoor
77542 Tu, Th: 3/14-4/20 9:00-9:50 am Nancy Shallenberger $40 Franciscan Rec Complex workouts. For individuals or
groups of up to 6 people. Call
Tai Chi 681-2859 for rates and times.
The ancient practice of Tai Chi is proven to be one of the most effective exercises to improve health,
fitness, and relaxation. It can reduce tension, improve circulation and balance while increasing strength
and flexibility. Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle, and relaxed movements suitable for anyone.
Code Day-Date Time Instructor Fee Location
77560 Tu, Th: 2/7-3/2 3:15-4:00 pm Jan Bishop $32 Noble Center
77562 Tu, Th: 2/7-3/2 5:30-6:15 pm Jan Bishop $32 Noble Center
77563 Tu, Th: 3/7-3/30 3:15-4:00 pm Jan Bishop $32 Noble Center
77564 Tu, Th: 3/7-3/30 5:30-6:15 pm Jan Bishop $32 Noble Center
77869 Tu, Th: 4/4-4/27 3:15-4:00 pm Jan Bishop $32 Noble Center
77568 Tu, Th: 4/4-4/27 5:30-6:15 pm Jan Bishop $32 Noble Center
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Peoria Park District Golf facebook.com/PPDgolf
Golf Learning Center: 7815 N Radnor Rd • 690-7162 • www.ppdgolf.org
@ppdgolf
- Junior Golf Lessons -
Spring Into Golf Free Senior Clinics Bring a golf bag, four clubs and your putter
Golf Learning Center • April 23 to these lessons at the Golf Learning Center.
Six 1-hour classes covering the basics, your
Free Spring Golf Clinics Ages 50+ • Limit 15 participants full swing and short game. Rental clubs
Full Swing
2:15-3:15 pm
Golf Learning Center • April 15 available at no charge.
We’ll cover the basics of golf set up and 3:15-4:15 pm Chipping Fee-R/NR: $45/$50
full swing. Clinics are limited to the first 20 4:15-5:15 pm Putting Min/Max: 6-10
people registered. Session I - Tu, W, Th: 6/6-6/15
AGE TIME Free Ladies Clinics
7-11 2:15-3:15 pm Golf Learning Center Code Age Time
12-16 3:30-4:30 pm May 7, May 21, June 11, and July 9 76292 6-7 9:15-10:15 am
17+ 4:45-5:45 pm Clinics are from 2:00-3:00 pm. 76293 8-11 10:30-11:30 am
All ages and skill levels are welcome!
76294 12-15 11:45 am -12:45 pm
Call the Golf Learning Center at 690-7162 to sign up for clinics. 76295 8-11 4:00-5:00 pm
76296 16-17 7:15-8:15 pm
- Adult Golf Lessons - Session II - Tu, W, Th: 6/20-6/29
Adult Indoor Lessons Adult Beginner Outdoor Lessons Code Age Time
Four 1-hour sessions at the Golf Learning Five 1-hour sessions at the Golf Learning 76297 6-7 9:15-10:15 am
Center covering the following: Center covering everything from driving to 76298 8-11 10:30-11:30 am
• Explain grip, stance & swing motion putting. Rental clubs available at no charge.
• Review week 1, explain full swing and Age: 18+ Min/Max: 8-12 76299 12-15 11:45 am -12:45 pm
work individually Fee-R/NR: $60/$65 76300 8-11 4:00-5:00 pm
• Explain woods & work individually Code Day-Date Time 76301 16-17 7:15-8:15 pm
• Overall review
Bring a 5-iron to your first lesson. 76262 Tu: 4/4-5/2 5:30-6:30 pm
Rental clubs available at no charge. 76263 W: 4/5-5/3 5:30-6:30 pm Session III - Tu, W, Th: 7/11-7/20
Age: 18+ Min/Max: 3-4 76264 Th: 4/6-5/4 5:30-6:30 pm Code Age Time
Fee-R/NR: $60/$65
76302 6-7 9:15-10:15 am
Adult Intermediate Outdoor Lessons 76303 8-11 10:30-11:30 am
Code Day-Date Time For adults who have previously taken the
76234 Tu: 2/28-3/21 5:30-6:30 pm beginner outdoor lesson or had private 76304 12-15 11:45 am-12:45 pm
instruction. Rental clubs available at no 76305 8-11 4:00-5:00 pm
76235 Th: 3/2-3/23 5:30-6:30 pm
charge. 76306 16-17 7:15-8:15 pm
76236 Sa: 3/4-3/25 9:00-10:00 am Age: 18+ Min/Max: 8-12
76237 Sa: 3/4-3/25 10:15-11:15 am Fee-R/NR: $60/$65
Code Day-Date Time
Beginners Golf - Women Only 76260 Tu: 5/9-6/6 5:30-6:30 pm Ready to register?
New to the game and need the basics? See pages 106-108.
You’ll receive five 1-hour beginner lessons. 76261 Th: 5/11-6/8 5:30-6:30 pm
Bring your clubs to the Golf Learning Center.
Rental clubs available at no charge.
Age: 18+ Min/Max: 8-13
Fee-R/NR: $60/$65 NEW! Scoring Clinics
Learn how to chip, pitch and hit your Age: 18+ Min/Max: 4-6
Code Day-Date Time sand shots closer than ever before! Hit Fee-R/NR: $55/$60
76238 Sa: 4/22-5/20* 12:30-1:30 pm your shots the correct distance. Each Code Day-Date Time
participant will establish a short game
76239 Sa: 6/3-7/1* 12:30-1:30 pm 76258 Su: 4/23, 4/30 9:00 -11:00 am
handicap, which can help determine
weak areas where improvements can 76259 Su: 5/7, 5/21 9:00 -11:00 am
*Play day for both classes at Kellogg Golf
Course Executive 9 on 7/8 at 10:30 am. be made. Rental clubs available at no
charge.
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- Family Golf Lessons -
Learn together in five 1-hour lessons at the Golf WEDGE SCORING CLINIC
Sunday, May 21 • Ages 8+ • Golf Learning Center
Learning Center. Bring bag, four clubs and a putter. Min/Max: 5-20
Children must register with an adult. Learn the secrets of scoring from 125 yards and closer. Participants receive
Rental clubs available at no charge. 90 minutes of expert short game golf instruction. All attendees will receive
5 Consecutive Saturday Lessons: a FREE Cleveland RTX 3 wedge after completion of the clinic.
Age: 7+ Min/Max: 8-12
Adult Fee-R/NR: $60/$65 Advanced Registration Required!
Child Fee-R/NR: $45/$50
Code Time Cost
Code Day-Date Time
76319 1:00-2:30 pm $139/person
76272 Sa: 4/22-5/20 2:00-3:00 pm
76274 Sa: 6/3-7/1 2:00-3:00 pm
*Classes 1 through 3 will be held at the Golf Learning PGA Jr. League Golf
Center and Classes 4 and 5 at Madison Family Course.
returns to the
Peoria Park District
- Youth Golf Lessons - in 2017!
Youth Lessons: Ages 3-7
These lessons are a great way to learn the game. Keep an eye out at Peoria Park District courses for more
Three 1/2 hour lessons will cover full swing, chipping
and putting. Children must be accompanied by an information at the start of the season.
adult. Rental clubs available at no charge
Fee-R/NR: $25/$30 Min/Max: 6-10 Until then, you can check out www.pgajrleaguegolf.com
Code Ages Day-Date Time
76310 3-5 Sa: 5/6-5/20 9:00-9:30 am
76311 3-5 Sa: 5/6-5/20 9:45-10:15 am
76312 6-7 Sa: 5/6-5/20 10:30-11:15 am
76313 3-5 Sa: 6/3-6/17 9:00-9:30 am
76314 3-5 Sa: 6/3-6/17 9:45-10:15 am
PRIVATE
FootGolf LESSONS
at Detweiller Golf Course PGA
Dustin Martin
FootGolf will return to Detweiller Kyle Meger
Golf Course in the Spring! Earl Swanson
Adult LPGA
9 holes: $9.00 Susan Urry
18 holes: $11.00
Junior (17 & under) Call 690-7162
Up to 18 holes: $5.00 for information
Family of 4 Special: 9 holes: $21.00 on private
(walking only) lessons.
Please note
Soccer Ball Rental: $3.00/ball
that range balls
are not included
in the price of
private lessons.
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Peoria Park District Golf
Golf Learning Center: 7815 N Radnor Rd • 690-7162 • www.ppdgolf.org
No Pressure Golf
at Madison Golf Course
Every Saturday and Sunday after 1pm
• Tees set for every age and ability level. Growing Golfers is an exciting program to introduce golf
• One junior plays free with every paid or season ticket to the youngest in Central Illinois. Classes kicked off in
holding adult/senior when you play together. November 2015 and we began to serve ages 2 and up with
• Adults 18+ can play up to 18 holes for the price of 9. unique, age specific programming.
For the spring and summer of 2017 we will continue to
expand our offerings. Stay tuned for announcements on our
Junior Golf Open House website with a target date of announcing spring and summer
Saturday, April 29 • 3:30 - 5:00 pm 2017 classes by March 1, 2017.
Golf Learning Center & Academy If you would like to be added to our mailing list please
Visit with golf professionals and coaches contact Coach Mary Swanson, LPGA at:
regarding summer Junior Golf programs [email protected]. or 677-2627
and activities. Check out our website for photos and details at
www.centralilgolf.com/growing-golfers
Save the Date Grand Opening Demo Day
2017 DEMO DAY • Visit with multiple golf vendors
Sunday, April 9 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm • Try new products
Golf Learning Center & Academy • Merchandise discounts for day-of-purchase sales
CREATING HAPPY,
HEALTHY SMILES
ONE CHILD AT A TIME
Peoria: (309) 690-3368 Washington: (309) 694-3368 www.justkidzdentistry.com
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Golf Learning Center & Academy
The Golf Learning Center & Academy includes both indoor and outdoor practice facilities, allowing golfers to practice the game year-round.
At the Golf Learning Center, enjoy:
• Indoor putting green & hitting stations • Club fittings Skills Course - 9 Holes
• Outdoor all-weather tees • Heated outdoor hitting stations ADULTS: $5.00
• Practice sand bunkers • Putting and chipping greens
• 9-hole, par 3 Skills Course • Lessons available year-round JUNIORS: $3.00
RANGE BALL PRICES Juniors play free with every paid adult round
Small: $6.00 Medium: $8.50 Large: $10.50 Extra Large: $12.50 when you play together.
Money saving punch card prices:
10 medium buckets for $76.50 10 large buckets for $94.50 10 extra large buckets for $112.50
Peoria Park District Golf Courses - 2017 Rates
Golf Courses Green Fees Daily Specials
• Kellogg Golf Course - 18 Hole ADULTS: DAILY SPECIALS
7716 Radnor Road • 309-691-0293 18 Hole Walk: $28.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $40.00 Every day beginning at 12 pm (green
Kellogg Golf Course features bent grass fairways and SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* fees and 1/2 car): $32.00
greens and redesigned bunkers. This 6,399 yard course 18 Hole Walk: $25.00 • 18-Hole Ride: $37.00
is best for low to medium handicap golfers. TWILIGHT
Beginning at 3 pm every day: $21.00
9 Hole Walk*: $21.00 • 9 Hole Ride*: $29.00
JUNIORS**: $8.00
• Newman Golf Course - 18 Hole ADULTS: DAILY SPECIALS
2021 W. Nebraska Avenue • 309-674-1663 18 Hole Walk: $22.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $34.00 Every day beginning at 12 pm (green
Challenging steep terrain, moderate ravines, deep fees and 1/2 car): $26.00
SENIORS/JR. ADULT:*
bunkers and numerous mature trees make this scenic, 18 Hole Walk: $20.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $32.00
irrigated, 6,497 yard, 18 hole course popular with low TWILIGHT
to medium handicap golfers. Beginning at 3 pm every day: $16.50
9 Hole Walk*: $16.50 • 9 Hole Ride*: $24.50
JUNIORS**: $6.00
• Madison Golf Course - 18 Hole ADULTS: DAILY SPECIALS
2735 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive 18 Hole Walk: $19.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $31.00 Every day beginning at 12 pm (green
309-673-7161 SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* fees and 1/2 car): $23.00
This 5,332 yard, 18 hole course offers a convenient 18 Hole Walk: $17.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $29.00
location, level terrain and very few hazards, making it a TWILIGHT
favorite of senior golfers. Beginning at 3 pm every day: $14.25
9 Hole Walk*: $14.25 • 9 Hole Ride*: $22.25
JUNIORS: $5.00
• Detweiller Golf Course - 9 Hole ADULTS: TWILIGHT
(18 holes permitted) 9 Hole Walk: $13.00 • 9 Hole Ride: $21.00 Beginning at 3 pm every day: $9.75
8412 N. Galena Road • 309-692-7518 SENIORS/JR. ADULT:*
A 1,758 yard, 9 hole scenic river course. Detweiller is a 9 Hole Walk: $10.50 • 9 Hole Ride: $18.50
favorite of junior golfers and novice players.
JUNIORS (12-17): $5.00
• Kellogg Executive 9 - 9 Hole ADULTS: TWILIGHT
7716 Radnor Road • 309-691-0293 9 Hole Walk: $15.50 • 9 Hole Ride: $23.50 Beginning at 3 pm every day: $11.50
Kellogg offers a 2,744 yard, 9 hole executive course, SENIORS/JR. ADULT:*
recommended for all players wanting to improve their 9 Hole Walk: $14.00 • 9 Hole Ride: $22.00
game and enjoy family fun.
JUNIORS**: $5.00
*Rate is valid M-F anytime and after 1 pm on weekends and holidays. ** Rate is valid for ages 12-17 on weekdays before 4 pm & after 6 pm and on weekends after 12 pm.
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Peoria Park District Golf
Golf Learning Center: 7815 N Radnor Rd • 690-7162 • www.ppdgolf.org
2017 Golf Tournaments Online Tee Reservations 2017 Season Tickets
A complete tournament schedule is Tee Reservations Are Available Online At Season tickets are valid March 1, 2017 -
available at: www.ppdgolf.org www.ppdgolf.org December 31, 2017, conditions permitting.
• No reservation fee. Base prices include unlimited play at
Entry forms for all tournaments will • Reservations can be made online up Madison, Kellogg Executive 9, Detweiller
be available by March 1 at Peoria Park to 6 days in advance; reservations and the Golf Learning Center Skills Course.
District Golf pro shops and on our are taken in person up to 7 days in Rounds played at courses not included on a
website. season ticket are 1/2 price.
advance.
Season tickets can be used for • Online reservations are accepted until Base Season Ticket Price
tournament green fees, unless 2 hours prior to tee time. Adult Resident $550.00
otherwise noted. • Online reservations are available for Adult Non-Resident $650.00
Newman, Madison and Kellogg 18.
Golf Leagues Senior Resident $495.00
Senior Non-Resident
$585.00
Get your leagues together for 2017! 2017 Golf Cart Fees Junior Adult Resident (18-26) $495.00
Interested in joining a leage? Junior Adult Non-Resident (18-26) $585.00
Call (309) 689-3329 for details. 9 holes (per person) $ 8.00
Kellogg $21.00 (Walk) 18 holes (per person) $12.00 Add Newman to any ticket $ 75.00
Kellogg $29.00 (Ride) Pull Cart rental $ 3.00 Add Kellogg to any ticket $100.00
Newman $16.50 (Walk) Add the League Option* $ 75.00
Newman $24.50 (Ride) Add a Junior ticket** $ 1.00
Madison $14.25 (Walk) Junior Resident $110.00
Madison $22.25 (Ride) Junior Non-Resident $170.00
Detweiller $9.75 (Walk) PLAYCARDS AND Junior (ages 9-11, includes $ 50.00
Detweiller $17.75 (Ride) GIFT CARDS Detweiller and Skills Course only)
Kellogg Executive 9 $11.50 (Walk) Junior (age 3-8, includes $ 35.00
Kellogg Executive 9 $19.50 (Ride) PlayCards are available for purchase at the Skills Course only)
Golf Learning Center and are redeemable for
green fees and golf cart rentals. A 10% bonus *If you play in a league that switches courses,
is added to the card at the time of purchase. purchase this option for a free green fee
during your scheduled league time. For
Golf gift cards are redeemable for all golf example, if your season ticket is a base pass
purhcases and are available at any PPD golf only and your league plays at Newman one
location and a www.ppdgolf.org. week, with the League Option you will not pay
a green fee.
**Adult/Senior Season Ticket holders may add
one (1) Junior Season ticket for $1.00. A junior
is anyone between the ages of 3-17. Juniors do
not have to accompany the adult at the time
they purchase their season ticket; however,
Peoria Park District Golf Loyalty the adult must designate the junior’s name at
the time of purchase.
Rewards Program
FREE for season ticket holders, only $25 for others to join! Did you know...
Payment plans are available for
Earn points on your PPD Golf purchases, then redeem your points for free car those purchasing 2017
rentals, buckets, green fees, and merchandise.
Complete info online at www.ppdgolf.org. Season Tickets. Details are at
www.ppdgolf.org
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Vagabond Tours
Donna Day, Coordinator • 681-2863 • [email protected] facebook.com/ppd.vagabond
AT A GLANCE
Leave the planning and driving to us!
Vagabond Tours offers wonderful day
and extended trips all over the region.
Call 681-2863 for a detailed catalog
or to be added to our mailing list.
Concerts/Shows “Back to the 50’s” Maquoketa Caves State Park
Fireside Dinner Theatre Maquoketa, IA
“Ghost the Musical” Ft. Atkinson, WI 77910 $TBA Saturday, Apr 29
Circa ’21 Dinner Theatre, Rock Island, IL 77632 $144 Saturday, July 1
74665 $98 Wednesday, Feb 15 Girls Trip, Neil Diamond Tribute
“Snapshots A Musical Scrapbook” Schaumburg, IL
“Something Rotten!” Circa ’21 Dinner Theatre, Rock Island, IL 7904 $112 Thursday, May 25
Fox Theatre, St. Louis, MO 74666 $98 Wednesday, July 12
74652 $146 Saturday, Feb 18 Galena Visit in June
“Seven Brides For Seven Brothers” Galena, IL
“Motown The Musical” Circa ’21 Dinner Theatre, Rock Island, IL 77926 $56 Saturday, June 17
Fox Theatre, St. Louis, MO 74668 $98 Wednesday, Sept 13
74653 $146 Saturday, Mar 25 Choice of Museum Drop-offs
“Elvis Lives” Chicago, IL
“American Passion Play” Fireside Dinner Theatre 77918 $58 Saturday, June 24
Bloomington, IL Ft. Atkinson, WI
77917 $48 Sunday, April 9 77630 $144 Saturday, Oct 7
“South Pacific” "Miracle on 34th Street"
Fireside Dinner Theatre, Fireside Dinner Theatre
Ft. Atkinson, WI Ft. Atkinson, WI
77631 $144 Sunday, April 30 74657 $144 Sunday, Dec 3
“The Lion King” “Beautiful, the Carole King Musical”
The Fox Theatre, St Louis, MO Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago, IL
74655 $170 Saturday, May 6 77927 $182 Saturday, Dec 9
77928 $186 Saturday, Dec 30
“The Music Man”
Circa ’21 Dinner Theatre, Rock Island, IL Regional Trips
74667 $98 Wednesday, May 10
Bald Eagle Days
“Aladdin” Quad Cities
Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago, IL 74640 $36 Saturday, Jan 7
74671 $168 Wednesday, June 28
Chicago Flower & Garden Show
Navy Pier, Chicago, IL
77915 $70 Tuesday, Mar 14
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