This will be the last day to enjoy White Water Canyon for the 2010 season. Thanks for a wonderful season and hope to see you back again next year! Just a reminder pool passes for the 2011 season will go on sale March 1, 2011....more info
Bring your blankets and settle in at the bandshell for a great evening of family entertainment featuring the hilarious antics of Madcap Productions Puppet Theatre. This event is for all ages. FREE!...more info
Fall into art this season with your very own work of painting! Lynn Brand, artist and author of Light Filled Landscapes Volumes 1 and 2, will take you step by step through the process of painting a fall scene. Each person will leave that day with a completed acrylics work on a 16”x20” canvas. All supplies are included and we will break for a 30 minute lunch.The fee is $90 Resident/$135 Non-resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
Learn how to get better sleep and when to talk to your doctor about your sleep. Get your questions answered and participate in a sleep disorder screening. Lunch will be provided. Seating is limited, so please register early. Presented by Ingalls. 1-800-221-2199...more info
Learn the ins and outs of this lifetime game! Meet new friends and challenge your mind with bridge. Instruction will be provided by a Chicago Area Association of Bridge certified instructor. This class runs every Tuesday for 9 weeks. Age is 55 and over. The fee is $46 Resident/$68 Non-resident. For more information please call the Tinley Park-Park District....more info
Learn all about the creepy crawlies and how they move and waggle around! Did you know that bees have a special dance? The children will learn the difference between notes and rests as they dance to the jungle bug jamboree, listen to stories about bugs from folklore and other favorite buggy stories and make their own spider webs! This class is for ages 3-5 and runs each Wednesday through October 20.The fee for this class is $65 Resident/$98 Non-Resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
Is college looming right around the corner for your child, yet financial plans have not been made, or are inadequate to cover the cost? Register for this interactive workshop geared for college bound high school students. Many topics will be covered including career assessment, admissions, educational costs, financial aid and completing financial aid forms, award review, appealing, and more. Students are encouraged to attend with parent. The fee for this event is $5.00 Resident/ $8.00 Non-resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
In this new program cartoon characters are used to teach a variety of fitness activities that will become more fun than fitness! A different cartoon character trait will be covered in each class and incorporated into different activities. Please wear gym shoes! This 4 week class is for ages 3-4. The fee is $38 Resident/$ 57 Non-resident. For more information please call the Tinley Park-Park District....more info
Attend a free seminar hosted by David Smith, M.D., F.A.C.S., and learn more about the anatomy of the shoulder, knee and hip. Dr. Smith is an orthopedic surgeon on staff at the Advanced Orthopedic Institute at Ingalls who specializes in general orthopedics, joint replacement and reconstruction. Presented by Ingalls. This is a free seminar but registration is required. To register, call: 1-800-221-2199...more info
Design, build, test and fly planes, rockets boomerangs and more. We’ll have pre-printed planes, lots of paper for folding your own designs, and other materials for parachutes and boomerangs. All are safe to fly, and lots of fun to test and try. This class is for ages 4-6.The fee is $12 Resident/$18 Non-resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
Come out to this fun-filled event with your pooch to participate in canine contests, dog obedience demos, exciting animal activities, and more. Various agencies and vendors will be showcased to help you learn about best buys and care for your pet. All dogs must be tagged and leashed during the entire event.This is a FREE event! For more information please call (708) 342-4200....more info
We will tour and sample beers from three award-winning breweries including MillerCoors, Sprecher and Lakefront Brewery. Fee includes three brewery tours and tastings, Pabst Mansion, Beer Museum and transportation. Lunch is on your own. This is an all ages event. Fee is $65 per person and advance resistration is required. For more information please call (708) 342-4200....more info
Grab your friends and a flashlight for a night you will not forget. There will be music playing while you try and find your way out of the dark corn maze. After you and your friends find your way out we'll be roasting hot dogs and making s’mores over a bonfire, followed by a dance off. Fee includes transportation, entrance into corn maze and dinner. This event is for ages 12-16 and the fee is $30 per person. For more information please call the Park District....more info
It's going to be one spooky night! Join us for a game of night-time golf on our mini golf course. We'll have it decorated for the season.Wear your Halloween costume for extra fun! No registration necessary. Fee: $6 per person....more info
This class will teach you digital camera basics, including pictures as pixels, memory, resolution and exposure control, as well as give you an in-depth brand-specific explanation of how your camera works. This class meets every Thursday for 4 weeks. Age is 16-Adult. Fee $48 Resident/$72 Non-resident. For more information please call the Tinley Park-Park District....more info
This fair will highlight many of the talented crafters in the community. Exhibits are open to the public at no charge! Commercial items are not eligible for this show. If you would like to be an exhibitor, please stop by the Bettenhausen Rec Center to register. Fee is $25 per space with 6' table rental or $15 for space only (bring your own table). For more information please call (708) 342-4200....more info
We'll spend the morning playing games and getting creative with fall crafts! After all the hard work is done we will end the day by making our own taffy apples to have as a delicious treat! This event is for ages 3-5. Fee is $12 Resident/$18 Non-resident. For more information please call (708)342-4200....more info
This free presentation will provide cancer patients and their families with practical information on steps they can take to help them through their cancer treatment and prepare them for survivorship. Presented by Ingalls. This is a free seminar but registration is required. To register please call 1-800-221-2199...more info
Come out for an afternoon of BINGO! Prizes include FREE lunch passes, a chance to pick the movie of the month, and even a little bit of money! It will only cost you 10 cents to play for the afternoon. This event is for all ages. For more information please call the Park District....more info
Join us for crafts, treats and games in celebration of Halloween. It promises to be a hauntingly good time!! No costumes please.
Age 3-4: 4:00-5:15 pm; Age 5-7: 5:30-6:45 pm;
Fee is $12 Resident/$18 Non-resident. For more information please call (708)342-4200....more info
Are you brave enough to challenge the ghosts of the south side? Board the coach bus with the President of the Ghost Research Society, Dale Kaczmarek and test yourself! Bring a camera, maybe you will capture a spirit on film. This event is for all ages! The fee is $45 per person. Advance registration required. For more information please call 708-342-4200....more info
Use your imaginative talents to create a special pumpkin of your very own! Treats and surprises for all! This event is for ages 5-12. Fee: $12 Resident/ $18 Non-resident. Advance registration required. For more information please call (708)342-4200....more info
Join us for ghoulish games, ghostly stories, frightening face painting, spooktacular sticker scenes, LIVE creepy crawly critters and our scary Haunted House. Ages 12 and under. For more information please call (708) 342-4200. This event is FREE!...more info
Attend a free seminar hosted by David Smith, M.D., F.A.C.S., and learn more about the anatomy of the shoulder, knee and hip. Dr. Smith is an orthopedic surgeon on staff at the Advanced Orthopedic Institute at Ingalls who specializes in general orthopedics, joint replacement and reconstruction. Presented by Ingalls. This is a free seminar but advance registration is required. To register, call: 1-800-221-2199...more info
Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Mark R. Nikkel is now performing knee replacement surgery with a new system that uses your MRI and X-ray images to design and build surgical instruments customized for your unique knee anatomy. Learn about the many benefits of this unique procedure and have your questions answered at this free seminar. Presented by Ingalls. To register or for more information please call 1-800-221-2199...more info
The Murder, Chicago Style mystery players from Covered Bridge Productions will be on hand to provide guests with an evening of audience interactive entertainment. Appetizers and beverages are included and a prize will be awarded to the person who best solves the mystery. This event is for ages 16 and over. Fee: $30 per person. Advance registration required. For more information please call 708-342-4200....more info
Due to the large volume of Christmas mail last year, the Tinley Park-Park District has been asked to help with mail delivery to the North Pole. Children age 2-12 who would like to write to Santa and receive a personal letter from him should drop their letters off at Santa's Mailbox, located inside the Bettenhausen Rec Center. Letters must be dropped off between November 1 and December 1. Don't forget to include your address for Santa! Free!...more info
The Park District has made special arrangements for children age 4-10 to receive a call from Santa Claus. Calls will be made between December 6-20 between 3:00 and 7:00 pm. Anyone who would like to receive a call from Santa should complete the request form at the Bettenhausen Rec Center between November 1 and December 1. Santa will only place one call per household, but will talk to each child as requested....more info
Fondant, a dough-like cream confection used to cover cakes, is easy to use once you learn the secrets! This class will teach basic fondant decorating skills to create fabulous cakes with accents the pros use, at a fraction of the cost! All supplies are included. This class is for ages 13-Adult. Fees our $72 Resident/$108 Non-Resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
Calling all demi-gods, we need you! Spend an afternoon at Camp Half-Blood, reminiscent of Percy Jackson and the Olympians book series. This event is for ages 8-11. Fee: $15 Resident/$22 Non-resident. Advance registration required. For more information please call (708) 342-4200....more info
Trying to trim down your waistline is not an easy task, especially when the holidays will soon be here. Let an expert dietitian from Ingalls Wellness Center explain how portion sizes have changed over the years and how to control portion sizes at home or while dining out. Presented by Ingalls. This is a free seminar but registration is required. For more information or to register, please call 1-800-221-2199....more info
Try your luck at the Empress Casino in Joliet! Get caught up in the bright lights and heart racing action. The Empress Casino has over 1,200 slot machines and numerous action packed tables such as Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, 3 Card Poker, and many more. For more information please call (708)342-4200. Ages 21 and over. Fee: $35 per person....more info
Don't miss this chance to visit with Santa and have your picture taken with him. Photo package includes (1) 5x7, (2) 3x5s, and (8) wallets for $15 and must be paid for before pictures are taken (please bring exact dollar amount). A CD with photos will also be available for $10. Photo package and/or CD will be mailed to you by December 8. You may also purchase a 5x7 for $7 that will be available within 15 minutes after the photo is taken. No registration necessary. For more information please call (708)342-4200....more info
Attend a free seminar hosted by David Smith, M.D., F.A.C.S., and learn more about the anatomy of the shoulder, knee and hip. Dr. Smith is an orthopedic surgeon on staff at the Advanced Orthopedic Institute at Ingalls who specializes in general orthopedics, joint replacement and reconstruction. Presented by Ingalls. This is a free seminar but registration is required. To register call: 1-800-221-2199...more info
Get on board! We are off on an adventure with the Little Engine that Could by Watty Piper. Learn the difference between fast and slow tempos as we chug along. Stories about trains, culinary fun crafts, and pretending to be trains with instruments are some of the few activities we will experience. This class is for ages 3-5 and runs through January 19. The fee for this class is $65 Resident/$98 Non-resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
Hey moms and dads, take some time to go shopping for the holidays while your child spends 3 fun filled hours making art projects. Each child will make 3 projects including drawings, paintings, and clay! Sign up today! This class is for ages 6-12. The fee is $34 Resident/$50 Non-resident. For more information please call the Tinley Park-Park District....more info
Celebrate the holiday season at the Jacob Henry Mansion in Joliet. We will begin with a guided tour of the mansion. Following the tour we will enjoy a delightful lunch and musical review of the film "White Christmas". Following the performance we will tour the Old Central Church before we depart. This event is for all ages. The fee is $65 per person. Advance registration required. For more information please call (708)342-4200....more info
The Tinley Park-Park District has made special arrangements with Santa to join the children in a hot, catered breakfast and a morning filled with holiday excitement. This event is for parents and children. Fee: Under 6 months: FREE; Under 36 months: $10 Resident/$15 Non-resident (per person); 3 years to adult: $14 Resident/$21 Non-resident (per person). Advance registration required. For more information please call (708) 342-4200....more info
Santa will take a break form his busy schedule to join children and their parents for a buffet lunch. The boys and girls will have the opportunity to tell Santa their secret Christmas wishes. Fee: Under 6 months: FREE; Under 36 months: $10 Resident/$15 Non-resident (per person); 3 years to adult: $14 Resident/$21 Non-resident (per person). Advance registration required. For more information please call (708)342-4200....more info
Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Mark R. Nikkel is now performing knee replacement surgery with a new system that uses your MRI and X-ray images to design and bulid surgical instruments customized for your unique knee anatomy. Learn about the many benefits of this unique procedure and have your questions answered at this free seminar. Presented by Ingalls. This is a free seminar but registration is required. To register or for more information please call 1-800-221-2199...more info
Travel back to a time before machines were invented. Pendulums and catapults will be made and tested as we go over the castle wall. Everyone will make and take home a castle turret. This class is for ages 6-9. The fee is $12 Resident/$18 Non Resident. For more information please call the Park District....more info
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