February Special Events for All Ages!

Flick 'N Float

February 1, 6-8:30 PM

Lakeview Fitness Pool

Enjoy family time together watching the all-ages movie, How to Train your Dragon. Come early at 6 PM to swim before the movie starts at 6:30 PM. Float in the pool while watching the movie on tubes provided by the Park District. Registration is required for all attendees

Just the Two of Us

February 7, 6:30-8:30 PM

Sullivan Community Center

This event is for boys and girls, 3-12 years, and their special guests. Bring your parent, guardian, grand-parent or significant figure in your life. Wear your party clothes! A DJ will be spinning tunes for dancing.

Stuffie Sleepover

February 12, 7-8 pm

Sullivan Community Center

Treat your child’s stuffed animals to a magical sleepover! Kids will enjoy a cozy story time with milk and cookies before leaving their stuffies for an overnight adventure. Pick up the stuffed animals in the morning and see the fun they had. It’s a charming experience for kids and their beloved stuffies! All Ages

Sled & Skate at the Park District!

The sled hill and ice rink are located in Century Park Arboretum, 1401 Indianwood Drive. A parking lot and pavilion are on site. Please call the hotline for sled and skate conditions:

Weather Hotline (847) 996-6616. Visit our Sled & Skate web page for more details.

Register TODAY for February classes!

• View our Winter/Spring Program Guide for all programs offered this winter season.

• New sessions for Afterschool Enrichment Classes at Hawthorn Elementary schools begin in February: Chess, Cooking, Science & Art. Click Here to learn more and register.

• Below are more specialty classes offered in February.

Feb 7 Cupid's Corner 5-7:30 PM REGISTER

Preschoolers embark on a heartfelt journey with Valentine's art, stories, and games. Celebrate friendship and creativity through cupid crafts, sweet tales, and playful activities in this love-filled exploration. Pizza and juice will be served. Ages 3-5

Feb 7-Mar 14 Multi Medium Art Works! F 4-5:30 PM REGISTER

Join teaching artist Susie Speck (www.smspeck.info), in exploring art techniques including: drawing, perspective, shading, blending, painting, and using several mediums.

Feb 10 Books That Cook 11:45 AM-2 PM REGISTER

Children, 3-5 years, will take a journey through the popular story, I’ll Wait, Mr. Panda, followed by theme-related activities. This program provides hands-on experiences in literacy, art, music, simple cooking, and dramatic play.

Feb 11 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. Ages 8+

Feb 12 Glass Blowing Sculpt Class 6-8 PM REGISTER

Each person will get to make a glass blown piece. Each piece will be different and feature a different technique. Pieces will not be ready to take home on the same day because they have to cool down after being made. Cooling times vary from 24-48 hours. Ages 10+

Feb 15 Retro Game Night 4-7 PM REGISTER

Play nostalgic games from decades past, while also experiencing new and unique games you may not have even heard of! Bring your friends and family to try out a little bit of everything from Duff Swain’s extensive vintage game collection. All ages welcome.

Feb 19-Mar 19 Drawing with Young Rembrandts W 5:30-6:15 PM REGISTER

Kids, 6-12 years, will have fun in this hands-on class with innovative guided instruction and topics that kids relate to.

Feb 20 Beginner Glass Blowing 6-8 PM REGISTER

Make 8 -10 pieces in this class! Each piece will use a different technique and you choose the colors. We will start out making paperweights and then have the opportunity to blow several pieces, learning different shapes/sizes. Pieces will not be ready to take home because they have to cool down for 24-48 hours. Ages 16+