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TABLE OFCONTENTSSpecial EventsYouth ProgramsYouth League PageSpring/Summer CampAdult ProgramsRental Info. General Info.223-53-5667788991010OUR MISSION:Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for the residentsof the Golf Maine Park District, to promote a strong sense ofcommunity by providing a broad, diverse, and challengingset of cultural and recreational programs, and clean,beautiful, safe parks.PHOTO POLICY:Photographs and videos are periodically taken ofparticipants while they are participating in programs, specialevents or enjoying the park. Please be aware that thesephotos and videos may appear on park district publications.BOARD MEETING DATES:Public participation is always welcome!March 21, 2024LOCATION:Dee Park 9229 Emerson St.Des Plaines, IL 60016847-297-3001Email: info@gmpd.orgFeldman Park8800 Kathy LaneNiles, IL 60714847-297-3000Email: info@gmpd.org(Main Office)Recreation Center Recreation CenterSTAFF:Kevin Hubka, Executive Director Dina Weymouth, Business ManagerSamir Kurtovic, Building & Grounds ManagerAnthony Silmon, Superintendent of RecreationKevin@gmpd.orgDina@gmpd.orgSamir@gmpd.orgAnthony@gmpd.orgJohn Jekot, Executive AdvisorJohn@gmpd.orgAlexis Wuich, MarketingAlexis@gmpd.orgPuneet Singh, Recreational SupervisorPuneet@gmpd.orgEvan Nazzal, Office ManagerEvan@gmpd.orgApril 18, 2024May 16, 2024June 20, 2024Spray Park11-1211-12

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Donuts With The Bunny!Golf Maine Park District 8800 W. Kathy Ln (847)297-3000www.gmpd.orgCommunity Walk TBDEGGstravaganza Egg HuntFollow us onInstagram/Facebook for more!golf_maine_parksGolf Maine Park DistrictJoin us for Donuts With The Bunny! A fun morning with theeaster bunny eating donuts, and coloring eggs! Location:Fee:Dee Park Student Center$7March 23rd Time: 9AM - 10AM March 23rdCommunity Garage SaleJoin us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! In our DeePark Field we will run two hunts, in each your kidswill hunt for eggs and have a change to win someprizes! TBDSpecial EventsLocation:Fee:Dee Park FieldFree!Time/Age: 10:30AM - 11:30AM 3 - 6 Years Old Time/Age: 11:30AM - 12:30PM 7 - 10 Years Old STAY TUNED FORSTAY TUNED FORMarch Social Media ContestsMarch Social Media ContestsAge: 3 - 10 Years OldEarth Day: A Hands On ExperienceApril 22ndThis event features EARTH DAY crafts and projects. We willbe planting flowers and plants at Feldman Park. We also willgive vouchers for $50 off Titans Sports or Leisure Camps orvouchers for $15 off programs for one (1) session, excludingrhythmic gymnastics to participants who present a EarthDay project for presentation and viewing by our community.Location:Fee:Feldman Park Multi- Purpose Room Free!Time:Age:5:00PM - 6:15PM2- 14 Years Old

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golf_maine_parksRegister at GMPD.ORG2024 SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDETuesdaysLittle DribblersParticipants will learn how to dribble a basketball, shootproperly, and other introductory basketball skills. 5 weeksessions. 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMDee ParkDate:Time:Location:Age: 5 - 7 Yrs OldDay:Fee: $55 Per SessionYouth ProgramsLeague Prep BasketballThis program helps to develop fundamental skills toparticipate in our 4th to 6th grade basketball league.Participants will practice dribbling, shooting,footwork, and other basic principles. 5 week sessions. Date:Time:Location:Fee:5:00 PM - 6:00 PMDee Park$55 Per SessionAge: 8 - 12 Yrs OldDay: Tuesdays$350 Fee:Jr. Blue Demons Boys’ FeederBasketball Team Maine East High SchoolLocation:Age:6th - 8th Grade12/5 - 3/3Date:This camp will prepare participants for the upcomingJr. Blue Demons basketball season. 10 week sessions.Practices: 7:45PM - 9:00PMTime:Games: TBD(Field House)Tuesdays & Thursdays Day:Session 4: 5/7 - 6/4Session 4: 5/7 - 6/4Raptors Wrestling ClubThe Raptors Wrestling Club is for boys and girls it’s held atMaine East High School in room # S212. This club is taughtby Maine East Varsity Wrestling Coach, Austin Bautista forboys, and by Coach Lizbeth Torres for girls. 7 Week Session. Instructor: Puneet SinghInstructor: Puneet SinghInstructor: Austin Bautista & Lizbeth TorresMondays & Wednesdays4:30 PM - 5:30 PM : 4th - 8th Grade (BOYS)Date:Location:Fee:Maine East High School $42Day:Time/Grade: 4/1 - 5/155:45 PM - 6:45 PM : 9th - 12th Grade (BOYS)Mondays & Wednesdays2 PM - 3 PM : 6th - 12th Grade Date:Location:Fee:Maine East High School $36Day:Time/Grade: 6/3 - 7/17(NO CLASS 6/24 & 6/26)Instructor: Austin Bautista & Lizbeth TorresSummer Session:5 PM - 6 PM : 4th - 12th Grade (GIRLS)

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Age/Time:5 - 6 Yrs Old 5 PM - 6 PMAge/Time:7 - 8 Yrs Old 6 PM - 7 PMLil' KickersIn this program your child will learn the basic rules ofsoccer and practice drills that involve footwork,including dribbling and passing. This class is outdoorsand indoors. If the temperature is 60 degrees or above,the class will be held outdoors. Please wear gym shoesand gym shorts or sweats. 5 week sessions. League Prep SoccerIn this program your child will develop soccer skills tobe able to participate in a soccer league. This class isoutdoors/indoors. Please wear gym shoes and shortsor sweats. The class will be outside if the temperatureis 60 degrees or above. 5 week sessions.CO-ED VolleyballThis CO-ED class will focus on bump, set, and spiking.The basic fundamentals of volleyball play will beintroduced. 5 week sessions.Feldman Park$60 Per Session Date:Location:Fee:Day: ThursdaysAge: 8 - 13 Yrs Old Date:Location:Fee:Dee Park$60 Per SessionDay:WednesdaysAge: 6 - 8 Yrs Old4:00 PM - 5:00 PMTime:Date:Location:Fee:Dee Park$60 Per SessionDay:WednesdaysAge:9 - 12 Yrs Old5:00 PM - 6:00 PMTime:5:45 PM - 7:00 PMTime:Rhythmic GymnasticsThis rhythmic gymnastics class is for girls only. The coaches arefrom North Shore Rhythmic Gymnastics, who have taughtmultiple Olympic athletes and continue to do so. We areextremely fortunate to have them part of our Park District. Ifyou're looking for a great introduction to gymnastics, look nofurther! 5 week sessions.Feldman Park$60 Per Session Date:Location:Fee:Day: WednesdaysInstructor: Georgios KatsarosInstructor: Georgios KatsarosInstructor: North Shore GymnasticsGolf Maine Park District 8800 W. Kathy Ln (847)297-3000www.gmpd.orgYouth ProgramsSession 4: 5/15 - 6/12Session 4: 5/15 - 6/12Session 4: 5/15 - 6/12Session 4: 5/9 - 6/6Instructor: Gian Bobila

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Register at GMPD.ORG2024 SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDE**Youth Open Gym times will be availableto view on our Facebook and Instagram.**Dance (Saturday)Join us for open level combination classesincorporating ballet, tap, and jazz. Ballet is thefoundation of all dance forms. It is also used byindividual athletes and athletic teams because itengages the entire body with greater range ofmotion, coordination, strength, and increases moreso than almost any other activity endurance thanalmost any other activity. Ballet also helps childrento mature physically, socially, and cognitively. Tapteaches rhythm and coordination with sounds. Jazzis full of rhythm and brings energy and life todance. 5 week sessions. Date:Location:Fee:Feldman Park $50 Per SessionAge/Time:4 - 8 Yrs Old 10 AM - 11 AMDay: SaturdaysAge/Time:9 - Adult 11 AM - 12 PMYouth Martial ArtsStudents learn basic stances, forms, and kicks. Greatemphasis is given to the proper mastery of these basic skills.Students in this program improve their motor skills,coordination, and flexibility which provides a basis for life-long love of physical activity. They also learn the values ofrespect, courtesy, and discipline. 5 week sessions. Feldman Park$55 Per SessionDate:Location:Fee:Day: MondaysAge/Time: 7 - 10 Yrs Old 5 PM - 5:45 PMAge/Time:11 - 14 Yrs Old 5:45 PM - 6:30 PMInstructor: MBD Martial Arts AcademyDance (Tuesday)Dee Park$50 Per SessionDate:Location:Fee:Day:TuesdaysTime: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMAge: 9-Adult Mondays4:30 PM - 5 PMLittle DragonsThis program is geared towards introducing basic martialarts skills through fun activities, games, and drills. Childrenimprove their motor skills, flexibility, balance, andcoordination while building self confidence. They will alsolearn the value of discipline and respect. 5 week sessions. Date:Location:Fee:Feldman Park $45 Per SessionDay:Time:Instructor: MBD Martial Arts AcademyAge: 4-6 Yrs Old Youth ProgramsSession 4: 5/6 - 6/10(NO CLASS 5/27)Session 4: 5/6 - 6/10(NO CLASS 5/27)Instructor: Sandria Dajani Instructor: Sandria Dajani Session 4: 5/11 - 6/8Session 4: 5/14 - 6/11Rising Stars Baseball ClinicOur baseball camp focuses on the fundamentals of the gameincluding fielding, catching, throwing, hitting. We focus onrunning fun games to keep the kids engaged while learningnew skills. Our emphasis is on teamwork and sportsmanship.All participants should bring a glove, helmet and bat, andwater bottle. Teaching the kids and developing the kids to thegame of baseball. *THIS CLASS IS OUTDOORS! IF UNDER60 DEGREES THE CLASS WILL BE POSTPONED!*Dee Park$54Date:Location:Fee:Day: Mondays Age/Time: 6 - 8 Yrs Old 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMAge/Time:9 - 12 Yrs Old 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMInstructor: Steven Moche 5/13 - 6/24(NO CLASS 5/27)

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Monday 4/15 @ 6:30PM-7:45PMGolf Maine Park District 8800 W. Kathy Ln (847)297-3000www.gmpd.org2nd - 3rd Grade Basketball Lg.Age:2nd - 3rd Grade Join our 2nd-3rd grade basketball league today! Our leagueconsists of 10 games, with 1 practice per week and freebasketball open gyms to work on skills! This league willintroduce the fundamentals of the game of basketball. Theseason will end with a pizza party and awards! For moreinformation email anthony@gmpd.orgYouth Leagues4th - 6th Grade Basketball Lg.4/15 - 6/14Feldman Park$130 Date:Location:Fee:Age:4th - 6th GradeGame Days: Fridays & Sundays1st Practice:Practice Days:1X/WeekOur 6th-8th grade basketball league consists of 10 actionpacked games, with 1 practice per week and an abundantamount of free basketball open gyms to work on skills! Wealso start the season off with a bang at "Draft Night", anight filled with snacks, drinks, pictures, family and fun! Tofinish things off, we end the season with a skillscompetition(selected players), a 3pt contest(selectedplayers) and pizza and awards! For more information emailanthony@gmpd.orgYouth Baseball LeagueThis league is designed to continue developing players’skills in a safe, positive environment. Players will learnthe fundamentals of the game and learn the core valuesof teamwork. 6th - 8th Grade Basketball Lg.Age:6th - 8th GradeOur 6th-8th grade basketball league consists of 9+ actionpacked games and playoffs, with 1 practice per week andan abundant amount of free basketball open gyms to workon skills! We also start the season off with a bang at"Draft Night", a night filled with snacks, drinks, pictures,family and fun! To finish things off, we end the seasonwith a skills competition(selected players), a 3ptcontest(selected players) and pizza and awards! For moreinformation email puneet@gmpd.orgAge:TBDSaturday 3/9 @ 2:30PM-4:00PM3/2- 5/10Feldman Park$130 Date:Location:Fee:Game Days: Fridays & Sundays2nd Practice:Practice Days:1X/WeekFriday 3/15 @ 7:30PM-9:00PMDraft Night:Friday 4/19 @ 4:00PM-5:30PM2nd Practice:Friday 4/26 @ 5:00PM-6:30PMDraft Night:

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Register at GMPD.ORG2024 SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDEGolf Maine Park DistrictSpring/Summer CampsTitans Summer Sports Camp Date:Location: Dee Park Day:Age:5 - 13 Yrs Old9 AM - 2 PM $120 PER SESSIONTime/Fee:Spend your Summer break at Dee Park enjoying sports,games, our Spray Park, going to the pool, and more!Monday - FridayJune 3 - August 16th 11 (1 - Week Sessions)Summer Leisure Camp Date:Location: Dee Park Age:5 - 13 Yrs Old8 AM - 5 PM $130 PER SESSIONTime/Fee:June 3 - August 16th 11 (1 - Week Sessions)2 PM - 5 PM $45 PER SESSIONSpend your Summer Break at Dee Park playing games,enjoying our game room, doing crafts, watching movies,enjoying our Spray Park, going to the pool, and more! Days: Monday - FridaySpend your off days at Dee Park learning Basketballskills. Training and game play will follow.Monday - FridaySpring Break Leisure CampDate:Location:Fee:Dee Park$130 Days:Age: 5 - 13 Yrs Old8:00 AM - 5:00 PMTime:Spend your off days at Dee Park playing games, enjoyingour game room, doing crafts, watching movies, and more! Spring Break Basketball CampDate:Location:Fee:$50 Per CampAge: 5 - 13 Yrs Old9:00 AM - 10:30 AMTime:$90 for 2 Camps $120 for 3 CampsSpend your off days at Dee Park learning volleyballskills. Training and game play will follow.Spring Break Volleyball CampDate:Location:Fee:Dee Park$50 Per CampDays:Age: 5 - 13 Yrs Old12:00 PM - 1:30 PMTime:Monday - FridayDee ParkBundle Deals: *Spring Break Camps Only*(NOT INCLUDING SPRING BREAK LEISURE CAMP)$90 for 2 Camps $120 for 3 CampsMarch 25 - March 29th March 25 - March 29th March 25 - March 29th Monday - FridayDays:Spend your off days at Dee Park learning Soccer skills.Training and game play will follow.Spring Break Soccer CampDate:Location:Fee:Dee Park$50 Per CampAge: 5 - 13 Yrs Old10:30 AM - 12:00 PMTime:March 25 - March 29th $90 for 2 Camps $120 for 3 CampsMonday - FridayDays:Summer CampsSpring Break CampsBundle Deals: *Spring Break Camps Only*(NOT INCLUDING SPRING BREAK LEISURE CAMP)Bundle Deals: *Spring Break Camps Only*(NOT INCLUDING SPRING BREAK LEISURE CAMP)

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Adult ProgramsZumbaCome join us! Discover the benefits of Zumba Fitness. Nodance experience required. Dress in comfortable clothes,and gym shoes. 5 week sessions.7:15 PM - 8:15 PM Feldman Park Time:Location:Age: 18+Day: ThursdaysDate:Mens Spring Basketball League 5PM - 9PMFeldman Park Time:Location:Age:18+Day: Sundays3/10 - 5/12Date:$130 Per Person Fee:This competitive adult league features 8 regular seasongames + playoffs. Prize money will be awarded for regularseason and playoff winners. Every team will receivejerseys.Contact Anthony@gmpd.org for more information.$45 Per SessionFee: *$11 Walk-In Fee*Painting StudioExperiment with various mediums; oil, acrylic,watercolor, pastel, etc. This class will be under thedirection of veteran artist and teacher Sue Chelmer.10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Feldman Park $140 Date:Time:Location:Fee:Age:18+Day: Thursdays3/7 - 5/23Golf Maine Park District 8800 W. Kathy Ln (847)297-3000www.gmpd.orgMaine Township ProgramsMaine Township in collaboration with Golf MainePark District is offering exercise programs for adults50 and older. The hour long classes areaccompanied with music. Get 'fit' while having fun!All registration is taken at Maine Township, 1700Ballard Rd. For more info call (847)297-2510 andask for the Mainstreamers Department. Register at GMPD.orgSession 4: 5/23 - 6/20 If you or anyone youknow is interested involunteering at anyof our special eventsplease contactanthony@gmpd.org

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Rental Info.Facility Rentals for Parties, Meetings, and Gym RentalsGolf Maine Park District rents out its facilities to individuals and businesses for many differentpurposes. To find out more call (847) 297-3000 or send an email to Evan@gmpd.org. *ALL BOOKINGS ARE A 2HR MINIMUM*BASEBALL FIELD (W GOALS/LINING)LIGHTSGYMNASIUM (CAP. 250)MULTI-PURPOSE (CAP. 30)SAND VOLLEYBALL CT. EAST PICNIC SHELTER$70/HR$50/HR$20/HR$35/HRWATER SPRAY PARKCRICKET (1 TIME USE)SOCCER FIELD (W GOALS/LINING)$50/HR$80/HR$50/HR$40/HR$35/HR$200$200$200$200$200$200$200$200N/AFEE: DEPOSIT:ALCOHOL FEE$30/HR$200DEE PARK RECREATION CENTER*RENTALS WITH 150+ GUESTS WILL INCUR AN ADDITIONAL $30/HR.**MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM RENTALS ARE 3HR MINIMUM*FELDMAN PARK RECREATION CENTERCLEAN UP FEEBOUNCE HOUSEGYMNASIUM (CAP. 560)HALF GYMMULTI-PURPOSE (CAP.1-80)MULTI-PURPOSE (CAP. 81-135)$120/HR$70/HR$75/HR$90/HRGYM/MULTI COMBOAFTER 10PM FEEGAZEBOALCOHOL FEE$190/HR$20/HR$15/HR$30/HR$60$200/2HRS$200$200$200$200$300$200$50$300N/A$200FEE: DEPOSIT:Register at GMPD.ORG2024 SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDE**Youth Open Gym times will be availableto view on our Facebook and Instagram.**

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Log onto www.gmpd.orgSelect online registration.Create an account, or logonto existing one. Add participants to your accountthat you would like to enroll inprograms/camps. On the registration tab,select the program youwould like to enroll in- itwill be added to yourshopping cart. Be sure toselect the correct namefor registration, andproceed to checkout!Golf Maine Park District 8800 W. Kathy Ln (847)297-3000www.gmpd.orgLate registration is permissible if space is available,permission from instructor, and payment guidelines arefollowed. Full payment is due before the program begins. Programs may be cancelled due to low enrollment.Participants will receive a full refund. Program/Registration Program registration is a first come/first serve basis. Registration may be done online or in person. You cango to GMPD.org or call 847-297-3000NO REFUNDS once a program has started. Requestsfor refunds will be reviewed on a case by case basis.There is a $5 administrative charge for refunds. If thepark district cancels the program there will not be anadministrative charge. The park district assumes no responsibility for injuries orloss of personal property while attending a park districtactivity/facility. The signing of a waiver or release form isrequired for all participants 18+ years old.Parents/guardians must sign if a child is under 18.Rules & Regulations Show respect to all participants and staff.Refrain from using foul language. Refrain from causing bodily harm to others. Show respect for equipment, supplies andfacilities. We reserve the right to dismiss aparticipant who cannot follow these guidelines. There is a $30 fee for each returned check. 8800 W. Kathy Ln. Niles, IL 60714Feldman Park Mon-Fri: 9AM-9PM (Facility Hours) Sat-Sun: 9AM-5PM (Facility Hours) (Main Office) 9229 W. Emerson St. Des Plaines, IL 60016Dee Park Mon-Fri: 3PM-9PM (Facility Hours)Sat-Sun: 9AM-5PM (Facility Hours) *All hours are subject to change*General Info. Hours & LocationIf you or anyone youknow is interested involunteering at anyof our special eventsplease contactanthony@gmpd.org

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Register at GMPD.ORG2024 SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDETRACK HOURS:8:30AM-9PM8:30AM-9PM8:30AM-9AM8:30AM-9PM8:30AM-9PM9AM-3PM9AM-3PMMuch thought and effort has gone into upgrading the outdoorareas at Dee and Feldman Park. We want to keep it lovely for allthe people who come play, walk, or simply relax. please helpkeep t that way. If you see anyone vandalizing the gardens,grounds, equipment, or facilities, please contact the park office.Help us keep our parks beautiful for all to enjoy! M-NASR The Golf Maine Park District and Maine-NilesAssociation of Special Recreation (M-NASR) believethat all individuals should be provided with leisureopportunities that allow performance at their highestlevel of ability. Although many people achieve thisthrough participation in a M-NASR program, manyothers may have greater success in a park districtactivity. M-NASR and the Golf Maine Park Districtadhere to the following basic principles when providingaccommodations so as to allow for successful inclusionpf individuals with disabilities in park district activities. Principles of InclusionThe interest and needs of the individual will beaddressed. 1.The concerns of the family will be taken into account. 2.The park district staff will be given support by M-NASR. Family of individuals with disability shouldcontact M-NASR at (847)966-5522 to discuss theindividual's participation in the program of theirchoice. 3.Non-Discrimination Services, programs, and activities of the Golf MainePark District and M-NASR are subject to all applicablelaws regarding non-discrimination, including theAmericans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) programs areoffering classes for individuals with like impairments.However, classes are open to all as long as essentialeligibility requirements are met. Keep Our Parks BeautifulGeneral Info. Indoor Track & FitnessThe Feldman Recreation Center has anindoor track and mini fitness area. Thefitness area includes NordicTrac upright andrecumbent exercycles and gravitron. It alsoincludes weights, jump ropes, pull up bar,exercise balls and bands, as well asweighted balls. It's available to anyone 14years and older. IT IS FREE! Open during all regularly scheduled hours.

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