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It’s just a bunch of HOCUS POCUS!
The Sanderson Sisters are flying into Crystal Lake!
Join us Fri, Oct 2, from 5–9 PM at Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake, for a magical night under the stars featuring Hocus Pocus on the big screen!
Come early for an evening packed with food trucks, games, Halloween crafts, a costume contest and more before settling in for the movie. Bring your blankets and chairs, and don’t forget to dress up as your favorite Sanderson sister—or your favorite Halloween character!
Admission:
• Ages 3 & Under: FREE
• Ages 4–12: $7
• Ages 13+: $10
• Tickets purchased at the door are $5 more per person.
Save on the door price and get your tickets in advance via Eventbrite!
Come for the magic. Stay for the mayhem.
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Get ready to STOMP into Halloween!
Middle schoolers, grab your best costume and get ready for a night of DJ-spun music, dancing, pizza, refreshments and a sweet bar at the Spooky Stomp Halloween Dance!
Fri, Oct 23 | 6–8 pm
Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr.
$25 Resident | $33 Non-Resident
- Costumes encouraged!
- Parents/guardians must come inside to sign students in and out.
- This is a drop-off event, and parents/guardians may not remain at the dance.
Advance registration required by Oct 16. A minimum number of participants is required to avoid cancellation.
Register by clicking the program code on pg 5 of the digital activity guide.
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Now Booking Fall Wagon Rides!
Gather your family and friends for a wagon rides through Sterne's Woods followed by a campfire.
Booking Dates: thru Nov 8
Make a reservation online or in person at the Crystal Lake Park District Admin. Office.
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FREE, Just Drop-In
Sat, Oct 3, 10 am-2 pm
Colonel Palmer House
660 E. Terra Cotta, Crystal Lake
Come explore the many ways plants were used throughout history.
Culinary demos, crafts & games, flower arrangements, gardening demos, Ethnobotany info and preservation to conservation.
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FREE, Just Drop-In
Sat, Oct 10, 3-5 pm
The Nature Center
330 N. Main St, Crystal Lake
Enjoy a day of exploration, discover, and local history through engaging presentations & interactive activities for all ages.
Nature Center trivia and a presentation on Nature Center history.
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FREE, Just drop in
Rain or Shine
Sat, Oct 24, 10 am-Noon
Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
Bring your treat bag
Businesses or organizations who wish to have a truck or vehicle on display and hand out candy should contact Emma Koenig at ekoenig@crystallakeparks.org
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Spots are still available for ALL DATES!
Join the Crystal Lake Park District Lunch & Learn Series at the historic Colonel Palmer House Enjoy a delicious lunch while exploring local history and fun Crystal Lake topics!
Upcoming Dates & Topics
Fri, Oct 9: A Walk Down Swedenberg’s Woodstock St.
Fri, Oct 16: Crystal Lake Jeopardy
Sat, Oct 17: Crystal Lake Jeopardy
Fri, Oct 23: The Cobbler: History of Heisler’s Bootery
Noon–2 p.m.
Ages 12+
$26 residents / $34 non-residents, per date
Lunch provided
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy an afternoon of local history, stories, and lunch at Colonel Palmer House.
Registration is still open for every date!
More information and the link to online registration can be found on page 24 of the digital guide: view.publitas.com/clpd/programs/page/26-27
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Dance the night away with the Crystal Lake Park District!
There are so many ways for adults to get moving this Fall, learn new steps and have fun on the dance floor this fall! From Barn Dance Nights and Couples Dance to Line Dance Lessons (Beginner & Beyond), Line Dance Lunch Club and Private & Small Group Lessons for weddings and special events, there’s something for
every dancer.
Barn Dance Nights: • Sat, Oct 24• Fri, Dec 4
Couples Dance: • Fri, Oct 16 • Fri, Nov 6
Main Beach Pavilion | 300 Lakeshore Dr. | 6:30–9:30 pm
Grab a partner, bring your friends or come ready to learn something new! Let’s dance!
Find more information and register online on page 55 of the Digital Guide
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Co-Rec Mush 12": Sat Oct 17
Men's 12": Sat Oct 24
Kiss-It Twilighter Softball Tournament-after dark and under the lights! These popular Men's and Co-Rec end of the summer tournaments starts at 8 pm and ends in the wee hours of the night at Lippold Park Boncosky Softball Complex. Fee: $300 per team, registration required in advance. Teams are guaranteed two games. Cash prizes.
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Sun, Nov 15
Grand Oaks, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
$45 res/$60 non-res
Ravensberger Puzzle this tourney and the Puzzle Swap returns
Race against other teams to finish the same 500 piece jigsaw puzzle
Bring snacks and enjoy a day with friends or family
Ice cream sundae scoop compliments of Baskin Robbins Crystal Lake
10 AM-12 PM
2 PERSON TEAM register for 141450-01
4 PERSON TEAM register for 141450-02
1:30 PM-3:30 PM
2 PERSON TEAM 141450-03
4 PERSON TEAM 141450-04
Reg Deadline: Nov 1
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Check out the program and event titles below
to see what catches your eye!
-click on the program heading to browse digital guide-
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Nature Center Programs
FREE Monthly Drop In Crafts
Birthday Party Packages
Nature Tots
- Very Interesting Insects
- Patterns in Nature
- Beautiful Birds
- Pumpkin Potion Play
- Coniferous Creations
Nature Explorers
- Surviving Wildfires
- Stick Spellbook
- Deep Sea Dive
- Leaf Decor
- Pumpkin Potions
- Winter Fairy Display
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Tot Athletics/Youth Athletics
next sessions begin
Boys Basketball Leagues- Jan 2027
EVP Volleyball Skills & Drills-Nov 5
Gymnastics & Tumbling-Oct 29
Hot Shots Sports-Nov 7
- T-Ball
- Ninja Warriors
- Flag Football
- Lil Dribblers
- Total Sports
- Nerf Elite Battle
- Soccer
- Basketball
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Martial Arts
next sessions begin:
Hapkido-Oct 7 and Nov 30
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Art-All Ages
- Art Attack, Oct 17, Nov 7
- Sip & Paint, Oct 14, Nov 11
- Watercolor -Oct 27-Dec 8
- Punk'd Out Portrait-Oct 4, Nov 15
- Mixed Media Pet Portrait-Oct 16, Nov 6
- Mixed Media-Nov 23-Nov 25
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Adult Dance
next sessions begin
- Adult Line Dance-Oct 27-Dec 15
- Social Dance Nights-Oct 16
- Barn Dance-Oct 24
- Line Dance Lunch Club-Nov 6-Dec 18
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Colonel Palmer House Programs
- Lunch & Learns
- Swedish Holiday Tea
- Super Sleuths Private Eye
- Botanical Bash-Oct 3
- Birdhouse Gourds
- Hello Squash
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Tot Variety
Youth-Teen Variety
- Barlina House Preschool
- Baby Rock/Tot Rock/Kid Rock
- Magic Class
- Art Attack
- STEAM
- Kids Cooking Clinics
- Chess
- Kids Smart Money Skills
- Mixed Media Creativity
- Halloween Gore-Tastic Lab
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Fitness/Yoga
Fall classes run through December, join classes now by purchasing a Fitness or All Inclusive Punch Pass
1 Day Fitness/Yoga Events
- Zumba Blacklight Glow Halloween Party
- Yoga & Wine Social
- Cardio Drumming Workshop
- Healthier Knees Workshop
- Marshmallow Moon Sound Bath
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Adult Variety
- Watercolor Painting
- Art Attack Sip & Paint
- Healthier Knees Workshop
- Dance Classes
Day Trips
Fall trips are all full, check back Dec 2026 for winter/spring trips
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Active Adults
- Fit at 55
- Sit, Stand & Swing
- Move, It, Shake It, Lift It
- Drop-In Activities at Grand Oaks Active Senior Center
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The Environmental Committee uses the monies collected from the firewood sale to
purchase plants that attract pollinator insects.
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The Crystal Lake Park District Environmental Committee hosts a spring and fall firewood sale each year. Wood consists mainly of oak, harvested from fallen trees in our parks and natural areas.
Sat, Nov 7, 8-11 am
Lippold Park Maintenance Garage, East of Mickey Sund Fields
75 PIECES $50, register code 231602-23
150 PIECES $100, register code 231602-24
YOU LOAD AND HAUL, RAIN OR SHINE
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Good News-we have extended the season at Lippold Family Golf Center!
We will remain open Fri-Sun, through Oct 31. Everything you need to know to plan your visit can be found on our website.
Fri: 3:45-8 pm
Sat: 9 am-8 pm
Sun: 9 am-8 pm
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