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Fall into fun at the park district this autumn. Enjoy the change in season with a variety of events including Hallow-Palooza, Pumpkin Festival, Fall Art Show, Dueling Pianos and more! We have something for everyone this fall so don't miss out on the fun.

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Dundee Township Park District                                                                                          
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Saturday Live!
Pumpkin Festival
Hallow-Palooza
Fall Art Show
Follow Our Progress
Winter Youth Basketball League
Schools Out Club
Dinner & Show at Randall Oaks
Schools Out Holiday
Open Gym


Open Gym will be on Columbus Day Monday, October 10.

High school - $3

Grade school - $2

Randall Oaks Barnyard Zoo
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The Randall Oaks Barnyard Zoo will be closed for the season starting Tues., October 11. Thank you for a wonderful season and don't forget to come back in 2012 to visit your favorite animals.

 

Zoo Tours will continue on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in October. Last tour will be Wednesday, October 26. 

   

What's hot
this fall? Saturday Live!
Join us on October 1 & 15 from 6:30-10:00 pm at the Rakow Center for games, activities and more! Saturday Live is available for kids ages 8-12. $10 admission fee. Call 847-428-7131 for more details.
Book Your Holiday Party Now!

Let Randall Oaks Golf Club & Banquets be the setting for your holiday party this year. We offer affordable menu selections, friendly and experienced staff and picturesque views. Call 847-428-5661, ext. 2 to reserve your date. 

   

Don't Forget to Share the E-Newsletter
Forward this months E-Newsletter to your friends. Don't let them miss out on all the fun activities, programs & events at the DTPD.

Try Ai Chi
Water Fitness

Come experience Ai Chi - a water fitness class designed to strenghten and tone your body while promoting relaxation. It is ideal for creating improved range of motion, balance and mobility.  

 

Ai Chi Water Fitness Wednesday & Sunday 11:00am-Noon in the  Rakow Center Indoor Pool. Drop-In Fee: $5 per class or use of Coupon Book.   

 

See the coupon at
the bottom of the newsletter.  

Just a Reminder
The Rakow Center is located at

665 Barrington Ave.

Carpentersville, IL


Randall Oaks Pumpkin FestivalPumpkinFest
Come one, come all to the annual Randall Oaks Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, October 8 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm and plan to buy your pumpkins here. Enjoy making crafts, feed the animals a special treat, take a hayride and more! Bring the family for a day of fun at the zoo. All activities are included with Zoo admission, with the exception of the hayride, which is $3 per person.

For a schedule of events please see page 47 in the fall brochure. View it here.  
Hallow-Palooza     
Get ready for a spooktacular night filled with games, crafts, a spooky walk, costume contest and more! Friday, October 28, 6:00-9:00pm at the Rakow Center for ages 2-11.

    

Registration Fees:Hallow-Palooza

Register by Oct. 27:
$5 with a canned good item
$7 without a canned good item  

 

Register after Oct. 27:  

$7 with a canned good item   

$8 without a canned good item   

 

If your child would like to participate in the costume contest make sure to preregister by Oct. 27. (Preregistration required due to limited spaces).   

  • Costume Contest - 6:30 pm
    Program: 411001-01
    Fee: $1
  • Costume Contest - 8:30 pm
    Program: 411001-02
    Fee: $1  

Come dressed in your best costume and join us for an evening full of fun and surprises! For more information please call 847-428-7131 or see page 5 in the Fall Brochure. View it here

 

 

Fall Art Show
Members of our community have been hard at work painting beautiful masterpieces. Come and view their works of art at the annual Fall Art Show on October 15 & 16 from Noon - 4:00 pm at the Dundee Township Park District Senior Center located at 665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville, IL. Over 100 paintings will be on display and for sale from a variety of area artists. Enjoy refreshments, live music, art and a raffle. For more information please call 847-551-4307. 
Follow Our Progress...

Randall Oaks Recreation Center 500 N. Randall Rd. West Dundee, IL 

The Randall Oaks Recreation Center construction site has been busy with activity. The foundation has been laid and the walls are going up. Keep following our progress on our website as the building begins to take shape with a scheduled completion of Fall 2012. 
Winter Youth Basketball League

Does your child love to play basketball? BasketballRegister them for the winter youth basketball league (registration deadline: Monday, October 24). Teams will be formed according to grade level allowing boys and girls to play both with and against their classmates. Each team will practice at least once a week at various locations.   

  • Boys League
    Grades 3 & 4
    : 417080-00
    Grades 5 & 6: 417080-01
    Grades 7 & 8: 417080-02
  • Girls League
    Grades 5 & 6
    : 417089-01
    Grades 7 & 8: 417089-02 
  • Practice Dates: November 14 - March 10
    (Practices are at various locations and times)
  • Games Begin: January 7, 2012
    (Games are mostly held on Saturdays & Sundays) 
  • Game Locations: Rakow Center, Dundee Crown HS Gym and Liberty Elementary School     
For more information call 847-428-7131. 
Schools Out Club SchoolsOutClub
Schools Out Club is a great way to keep your children (Grades 1-5) entertained on days off from school! The program will be held on October 7 and 10 from 7:00 am-6:00 pm at the Rakow Center. A variety of activities will be planned for the children including arts & crafts, games, swimming at our indoor pool, videos and field trips.

The Park District will provide two treats/drinks during the day. Please send your child with a sack lunch, swim suit and towel. Space is limited to 40 children so stop by the Rakow Center or online to register.  
Dinner & Show - Dueling Pianos

Plan a date night or a night out with friends. Join us for the Dueling Pianos Dinner & Show at Randall Oaks Golf Club & Banquets. This world class piano duo will amaze you by marrying old style sing-along and modern music styles together. 

  • Friday, October 14  
  • 6:00-10:00 pm
  • Randall Oaks Golf Club & Banquets
    4101 Binnie Rd., West Dundee, IL 

Tickets for the dinner and show are $30 per person. Reservations are required. Please call 847-428-5661 ext. 2 to reserve your seat or entire table.

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Free Admission  

One Ai Chi ClassCouponAiChi 

Sunday & Wednesday at 11:00 am-Noon

Rakow Center Indoor Pool

Valid at the Rakow Center. Present this coupon for one free admission to any Ai Chi class during October. Coupon must be printed and presented in person. No duplications will be accepted. Restrictions may apply, not valid for cash.  

Offer Expires: 10/30/11    Code: ENews-OCT