Welcome to the STARS!
STARS is our new multi-purpose drop-in center located in the Brickyard Room at Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center! STARS are adults age 55+ who socialize, play cards, dominos and board games, work on crafts, read or just relax. Members of the STARS receive these benefits:
- Discounts on monthly luncheons
- Discounted admission to the Spring Fling and Holiday Party banquets
- Coffee during open hours (Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm)
- Occasional seminars, live music and special events
Register at the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center or online.
Activity# 408800A
Fee: $16 for Residents / $21 for Non-residents
Dates: March 1, 2022 through February 28, 2023
Very important: participants in the STARS must be self-maintained. No medical services are available on site.
Links
STARS Calendar
Events in July 2021
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Tinley Fitness Summer Slim Down Challenge
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Tinley Fitness Summer Slim Down Challenge
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200Last day to submit your completed punch card to the front desk is Wednesday, August 4!
STARS Senior Center Drop-In–
STARS Senior Center Drop-In
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Celebrate your Sparkle on Independence Day!
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Celebrate your Sparkle on Independence Day!
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200Tinley Fitness is closed today, July 4, 2021. Join the Park District Celebration at McCarthy Park beginning at 6:00 pm.
Indepdendence Day July 4, 2021N/A
Indepdendence Day July 4, 2021
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200July 4th CelebrationStars and Stripes 5K Walk/Run–
Stars and Stripes 5K Walk/Run
McCarthy Park16801 S 80th AvenueTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200First, second and third place male and female runners in each age category win awards, based on chip timing. An award is also presented to the best overall male and female resident and non-resident runner. The first 550 registered participants receive unisex tech shirts. For the safety of our runners, spectators and staff, groups of 50 racers will start at staggered times, every 15 minutes beginning at 8:00 am.
Pre-registration closes Jul 1 at 3pm. Registration reopens at 7am on race day.
Packet pick-up is on Jul 3 from 8am to 2pm at the Recreation Center.
Day/Date: Su, Jul 4
Time: 8am Race Start
Fee: $16 without shirt / $22 with shirt (Pre-registration)
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Lollipop Day @ Tinley Junction
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Lollipop Day @ Tinley Junction
Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-1854Come to Tinley Junction and get a free lollipop when you golf!
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Artist Reception: The Center
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Artist Reception: The Center
Vogt Visual Arts Center17420 S 67th CtTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-6503The VVAC July Gallery will portray artist submissions from The Center Palos Park from July 6-31! The Artist Reception is on Friday, July 9 from 7-9pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Gazebo Concert Night: Jazz 24/7–
Gazebo Concert Night: Jazz 24/7
Vogt Visual Arts Center17420 S 67th CtTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-6503This summer, stop by the VVAC for nights of art and live music. Enjoy the VVAC gallery reception inside, featuring fine art done by local and well-known artists. Then take a stroll outside to our gazebo to hear live music selections to accompany the evening. Bring your blanket or lawn chair! This event is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
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Concert in the Park: Prairie Station Band (country) Sponsored by Republic Bank
Concert in the Park: Prairie Station Band (country) Sponsored by Republic Bank
The Band Shell at Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Bring your picnic basket, lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell Sponsored by Republic Bank located on the east side of the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center every Thursday from June 24 through August 12! We feature bands, movies and special events suitable for the whole family! A small concession stand is available at all events. All concerts begin at 7:00pm and movies start at dusk.
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National Fortune Cookie Day!
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National Fortune Cookie Day!
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200We are FORTUNATE to have you as a member - stop by the Fitness Center front desk for your treat!
Demonstration: Bosu Dome & Circular Stax–
Demonstration: Bosu Dome & Circular Stax
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200From 5:30 - 6:30 pm, look for Gina on the fitness floor demonstrating proper techniques for using the Bosu Dome and Circular Stax. No registration needed.
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Luau Day @ Tinley Junction
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Luau Day @ Tinley Junction
Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-1854Everyone gets a free gift, tropical concession treats available!
Train Day @ Tinley Junction–
Train Day @ Tinley Junction
Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-1854Train-themed giveaways for all golfers!
Board MeetingBoard Meeting
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200The agenda for the next meeting can be found by on the Board Meeting Schedule, Agendas, and Minutes page of our website.
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Star Wars Celebration & Movie in the Park: Star Wars The Force Awakens Sponsored by Republic Bank
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Star Wars Celebration & Movie in the Park: Star Wars The Force Awakens Sponsored by Republic Bank
The Band Shell at Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Are you excited for a night of fun? Well, we R2! The force compels you to come see Star Wars: A Force Awakens and meet Star Wars costumed characters. Before the movie, kids will have a blast with out of this world games and activities. Movie begins at dusk!
Location: The Band Shell sponsored by Republic Bank
Fee: Free
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Vote for Tinley Fitness!
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Vote for Tinley Fitness!
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200Tinley Fitness is in the finals for Southland's Best Fitness Center! Help us bring home the Gold! You can vote by text at 708-304-9988, vote for #852. Or go to southlandsbest.com to vote. You can vote every day beginning July 29, 2021, through August 29, 2021. Thanks for your support!
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Vote for Tinley Fitness!
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Vote for Tinley Fitness!
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200Tinley Fitness is in the finals for Southland's Best Fitness Center! Help us bring home the Gold! You can vote by text at 708-304-9988, vote for #852. Or go to southlandsbest.com to vote. You can vote every day beginning July 29, 2021, through August 29, 2021. Thanks for your support!
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Vote for Tinley Fitness!
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Vote for Tinley Fitness!
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200Tinley Fitness is in the finals for Southland's Best Fitness Center! Help us bring home the Gold! You can vote by text at 708-304-9988, vote for #852. Or go to southlandsbest.com to vote. You can vote every day beginning July 29, 2021, through August 29, 2021. Thanks for your support!
Harry Potters Birthday @ Tinley Junction–
Harry Potters Birthday @ Tinley Junction
Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-1854Wear your house colors and golf for $3.75!