March into Spring!

Cycle and Cider

March 7, 6:30-8 PM

Lakeview Fitness

Join us for an exhilarating high energy, low impact spin class that will get your heart racing and your spirits soaring! Afterwards, enjoy locally brewed hard cider or non-alcoholic cider. 21+, Season and beginner cyclists are welcome.

REGISTER Cycle and Cider

Retro Game Night

March 22, 4-7 PM

Sullivan Community Center

Travel back in time at our vintage game night, and play new and unique games rom years' past! Bring your friends and family to experience a little bit of everything from Duff Swain’s extensive vintage game collection. 11+ Years

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Flick 'N Float

March 29, 7 PM

Lakeview Fitness Pool

Come at 7 PM to play in the pool before the movie starts. Float in tubes or noodles in the pool while watching the all ages movie, Home. Registration is required for all attendees Flotation tubes provided by the Park District.

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Spring Break March 24-28

Check our Drop-in Basketball Schedule during Spring Break.

Chess Scholars Camp March 24-28, 9 AM-12 PM Sullivan Community Center

Beginner and experienced players are welcome! Camp consists of teaching periods, practice time, and chess play with other students while being coached by an instructor. Camp concludes with a non-elimination tournament. 5-14 years

REGISTER Chess Scholars

Asylum Spring Break Skateboard Camp

March 24-28, 9 AM-2 PM

Asylum Indoor Skate Park

Instructors are ISCPD/

SKATZ certified and teach high quality lessons in a fun and progressive way. Fundamentals and skateboard safety are emphasized. Perfect for skateboarders at any level.

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School's Out

March 24-28, 6:30 AM- 6PM

Hawthorn Elementary North

We offer a wide variety of recreational activities that allow children to develop their social skills, including sports, games, arts and crafts, lus more! Register by the day. Grades K-5

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Early Childhood/Youth Programs


Mar 7 Monster Truck Mania 5-7:30 PM REGISTER

Smash, crash, it’s a monster truck bash! Enjoy monster truck tire races, anti-freeze dancing, and monster truck stop & go. Children will participate in arts & crafts, games, and stories with a monster truck focus. Pizza and juice will be served. 3-5 years


Mar 8 Krazy Go Kart Races Workshop 10-11:30 AM REGISTER

Students have an opportunity to build, customize and race their own go kart against the rest of the class to see who the ultimate RoboThink Racer is! Using gears, motors, axles and RoboThink’s proprietary hardware, you’ll be in for the ride of your life! Ages 7-12


Mar 10 Turtles Swim Team Spring/Summer Tryouts 6-7:45 pm REGISTER

Participants must Register for a Tryout Time Slot. Tryouts are approximately 20 minutes.


Mar 10 Books That Cook | The Duckling Gets A Cookie? 11:45 AM-2 PM REGISTER

Take a journey through a popular story followed by theme-related activities. This program provides hands-on experiences in literacy, art, music, simple cooking, and dramatic play to enhance your child’s independence through learning. 3-5 years


Mar 11 Monster Truck Mini Mania l Adult/ Child 5:30-6:30 PM REGISTER

Smash, crash, it’s a mini monster truck bash! Drive monster trucks through dirt, enjoy anti-freeze dancing, and decorate a sticker monster truck. Children will participate in arts & crafts, games, and stories with a monster truck focus alongside a caring adult. 2-3 years


Mar 31-May 19 Hi-Five Multi-Sport Class M 4-5 PM REGISTER This is as an introduction to basketball, soccer, t-ball, flag football, and floor hockey. Young athletes will learn the fundamentals of each game through drills and training elements designed specifically for young players. 4-5 years


Multiple March Dates Triple Threat Junior Skills & Next Level Training M/W 4:30 or 5:30PM REGISTER Basketball skills training classes for 5-11 years.  Players are put in age-appropriate groups and work on ball handling, passing, shooting, lay-ups, and defense.


Adult Programs


Mar 2-Apr 20 Slay a 5K Su 8:30-9:30 AM REGISTER

This walk/run program includes trainings to do on your own during the week, and one weekend session as a group. After 10 weeks, you will be able to tackle the Loop the Lakes 5K in Century Park. No experience necessary. 12+ years


Mar 4-Apr 8 Fit for Life T 5:30-6:30 PM REGISTER Fit For Life is small group personal training for 50+ years. It provides knowledge, skills, motivation, and support for a healthy lifestyle. Limited to 6 participants for individualized attention towards specific goals.


Mar 4 Self Defense - Jeet Kune Do 6-7 PM REGISTER

This class focuses on functional, practical self-defense training that prepares you for realistic situations. Learn to strike, block and move with confidence. 8+ Years.


Mar 7 Glass Blowing Flowers 6-7 PM REGISTER

Create your own Flower or Shamrock. Pick your colors and you will be working with are artist to create your one of a kind piece. Experience the joy of working with hot glass to make your own masterpiece. Ages 10+


Mar 11 Glass ORB Class 6-8 PM REGISTER

Make three unique glass art pieces using different techniques at Patterson Glassworks.


Mar 12-Apr 23 Adult Ballet W 7:20-8:05 PM REGISTER

Learn the basics of ballet. New and experienced dancers are welcome.16+ Years


Mar 17 Adult Softball Leagues Open registration is March 17-April 14. League play for Co-Ed and Men, playing an 8-team league with a 10-game regular season -20 players max per team. Want to play but are not on a team? Contact Jay Bullman.


Mar 22 Intro to Brewing Beer 10 AM-1 PM REGISTER Dive into the basics of homebrewing through an immersive, hands-on experience. Sample a variety of raw ingredients, learn about essential equipment, and see just how simple it is to create your own homebrew! Participants take home a jar to ferment at home. 21+


Mar 27 Glass Blowing Sculpt Class 6-8 PM REGISTER

Make a unique glass blown art piece at Patterson Glassworks


Mar 29 Intro to Wine Making 2-4 PM REGISTER

This hands-on workshop will guide you through the essential steps of crafting your own wine at home. Learn about selecting the best ingredients, equipment, and techniques for a successful batch. We’ll cover the basics of fermentation, aging, and bottling, providing you with the knowledge to start your own winemaking journey. Ages 21+

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