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September 2026
Get the pulse on Park District programs happening soon.
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Save Your Spot and Save!
Now through September 30, save with Early Bird pricing when you register for the Day of the Dead 5K!
This event completely sold out last year, so don't miss your chance to be a part of one of our most memorable community events taking place on Saturday, October 31, at Sports Center Park!
Early Bird Fee: $35
Regular Fee: $45
Ages: 10+
Program: #19111
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Family Fishing Event
Join us for our Annual Family Fishing Event, sponsored by Huebner Fishery Management Foundation!
Bring the whole family for fishing and pontoon boat rides. Plus, register to be eligible for giveaways, free poles, and bait. Boat rides will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: Sat, Sep 12
Time: 10 am-12 pm
Where: Lakefront Park
Program: #19182
FREE
Please register to be eligible for giveaways!
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Pup-A-Palooza
It's the paw-rty your furry friend's been waiting for!
Bring your favorite pooch out for some doggone fun where they'll get to play and train in water and agility areas, nibble on treats, and pose for pup-arazzi pictures! We'll also have community and business vendors, a caricature artist, and free hot dogs sponsored by Meijer!
Date: Sat, Sep 19
Time: 10 am-12 pm
Where: Sports Center Park
FREE
No registration required!
All pups must be up-to-date on vaccinations, leashed, and friendly.
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Fall Band Concert
Enjoy a live musical performance by the Round Lake Area Community Concert Band as they welcome the autumn season!
Date: Wed, Sep 30
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center
FREE
No registration necessary!
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Services at Avon Township
Avon Township offers many helpful services like the food pantry, diaper and essentials programs, and even a medical equipment lending closet.
We make it easy to get involved too! You can follow us online, book a tour, or volunteer to give back.
Questions? Call (847) 546-1446 or email us at mbauman@avonil.us.
Located at: 433 E. Washington St., Round Lake Park, IL 60073
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Lake County Children's Advocacy Center
Join Lake County Children's Advocacy Center at our 2026 Holiday Market. You will find that it is more than a holiday market, it is a treasure hunt. There will be multiple stores and many different shops onsite. Shop categories like home decor, clothing, handcrafted gifts, furniture, antiques, vintage finds and unique treasures; all while supporting the LCCAC!
The market is open to the public and being held Nov 13 and 14 at the LCCAC, 123 N O'Plaine Road, Gurnee.
Early Bird on Friday, Nov 13, is from 2 - 4 pm. Admission for Early Bird is $10 or a new toy for our toy drive. Get in early to have the first pick!
Regular free hours are from 4 - 7 pm on Friday, Nov. 13, and from 9 am - 6 pm Saturday, Nov. 14.
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Adult-Tot Classes
These morning classes are for ages 1.5-5 with adult and are from 10-11 am:
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Petite Picassos: Mondays: Sep 14-Oct 5: #19125
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Construction Munchkin: Tuesdays: Sep 15-Oct 6: #19128
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Art and Play: Thursdays: Sep 17-Oct 8: #19133
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Fun Friday - Robots: Sep 18 #19142
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Fun Friday - Grandparent Celebration: Oct 2 #19144
This Wednesday class is from 9:30-10:15 am and for ages 1-5 with adult:
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Move & Groove: Wednesdays: Sep 16- Oct 21: #19131
Sports Classes
NEW! Tiny All Stars: Ages 3-4 with adult. From 4:20-4:50 pm. Tuesdays, Sep 15-Oct 20. #19394
Sports Classes with Hot Shots: Next session of classes starts in September, beginning at age 2. Baseball on Mondays, Soccer on Tuesdays, Basketball on Thursdays.
Karate: The next session of Karate classes will begin in September. Pre-Karate for ages 4-6. More Details HERE.
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Children's Neighborhood Museum
Designed for children ages 6 months to 6 years, the Children's Museum is in the Rolek Community Center. The museum will update its hours and rates, starting September 1, 2026. Please note: The Museum will be closed on Monday, September 7. The museum is also available for rentals for parties and school groups. Learn all about the museum at www.rlapd.org/childrens-neighborhood-museum
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Children's Neighborhood Museum 25th Birthday Bash
Play, laugh, create, and explore as we celebrate 25 amazing years of imagination and fun!
Ages 1-6 with adult. From 5-6:30 pm. Wed, Nov 11. #19370
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Youth Classes
Timber Techies: Ages 11-17. From 5:30-7:30 pm. Wednesdays, Sep 9-Nov 18. #19181
Broadway Blooms-Frozen Jr: Ages 12-17. From 6:30-8:30 pm. Tuesdays, Sep 1-Dec 8. #19180
Dance Classes: A new Fall Dance Session will start in September. This session includes a new class: Tap 1. Receive a FREE dance bag when you register. More Details HERE.
EVP Volleyball Classes: A new session of volleyball classes will start in September. For ages 8-15. Classes are held on Saturdays at the Sports Center. More details HERE.
Youth Sports Classes with Hot Shots: Next session of classes start in September. Baseball on Mondays, Soccer on Tuesdays, Basketball on Thursdays.
Karate: The next session of Karate classes will begin in September. Pre-Karate for ages 4-6, Karate for ages 7+. All levels. More Details HERE.
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NEW!
Sports Classes
Youth
Run, Jump & Play: Ages 5-7. From 5-5:45 pm. Tuesdays, Sep 15-Oct 20. #19396
Speed & Agility: Ages 8-10. From 6-6:45 pm. Tuesdays, Sep 15-Oct 20. #19398
Soccer Fundamentals: Ages 5-7. From 9-9:45 am. Saturdays, Sep 19-Oct 24. #19400
Soccer Skills: Ages 8-10. From 10-10:45 am. Saturdays, Sep 19-Oct 24. #19402
Youth Pickleball Fundamentals: Ages 9-11. From 11-11:45 am. Saturdays, Sep 19-Oct 24. #19322
Asylum Skateboarding Classes: Skateboarding classes for ages 5-14 will start in September. Classes are held at North Shore Skate Park on Wednesdays. All levels. More details HERE.
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NEW!
Sticky Fingers Junior Chefs
Tie on your apron for a deliciously fun adventure! In this drop-off class, kids will whip up a variety of holiday-inspired treats.
Classes are held on Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm for ages 6-12.
November:
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Cozy Fall Treats: Nov 11-18. #19367
December:
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Sweet Treats: Dec 2-16. #19368
*Members of our Before and After School Care program will receive the same rate as In-District participants.
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Stop in our FREE nature museum during regular hours. Our hours are:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11 am-4 pm
- Saturday, Sunday: Noon-4 pm
- CLOSED MONDAY & FRIDAY
The museum is located in our Aquatics building, next to the Community Center. Learn all about the museum, including its open hours at www.rlapd.org/prairie-grass-nature-museum.
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Nature Classes
Early Childhood
Nature Tykes: Ages 3-6 (with adult). From 11 am-noon. Wednesdays, Sep 2-16. #19190
Hiking Tykes: Ages 3-6 (with adult). From 10-10:45 am. Tuesdays, Sep 8-22. #19200
Nature Explorers: Homeschool Adventure Series: Ages 2-10. From 11 am-noon. Thursdays, Sep 3-24. #19197
Youth
Outdoor Adventurers: Ages 6-11. From 4-4:30 pm. Thu, Sep 17. FREE. #19211
Seed Collecting: Ages 5+. From 4:30-5:15 pm. Thu, Sep 17. #19207
Seed Collecting: Ages 5+. From 4:30-5:15 pm. Thu, Sep 24. #19208
Sunset Hike: Ages 5+. From 5:45-6:45 pm. Thu, Sep 24. #19214
Volunteer
Fall Lake Clean Up: All ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). From 9 am-noon. Sat, Sep 19. #19188
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The Community Center offers Open Gym Pickleball on Thursdays from 8:30-11:30 am, Basketball from 3-8 pm Wednesdays and 9 am-noon Saturdays. Please note: Basketball on Saturday, September 12 is for 18+ only. Cost is $6 per day. Drop-in program, no reservation required. Those under 18 must have a waiver on file signed by a parent/guardian.
The Sports Center offers some open soccer and volleyball hours each month. Open to those in sixth grade and older. Cost is $6 per day. Cash only. Drop-in program, no reservation required. Check the website for hours HERE. Those under 18 must have a waiver on file signed by a parent/guardian.
There is no Open Gym at either facility on Monday, September 7. There is also no Open Basketball on Saturdays, September 19 and 26.
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The Round Lake Area Park District is part of the Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County.
For more information about SRACLC and their programs, visit their website HERE.
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Yoga: Ages 16+. From 5-5:55 pm. Wednesdays through Dec 16 at the Community Center. Flexible registration; sign up for one class or the entire series. Register and see the full schedule HERE.
Collette Travel Presentation: Ages 18+. From 4-5 pm. Mon, Sep 14. Discover Spotlight- Holiday in New York City Itinerary review. No obligation to sign up. Trip dates 12/10/27-12/14/27. Free. #19242
Zumba Gold: Ages 18+. From 11-11:45 am. Tuesdays, Sep 15-Oct 13 at the Community Center. #19261
Zumba: Ages 18+. From 10-10:45 am. Fridays, Sep 18-Oct 16 at the Community Center. #19264
Pickleball 101: Ages 18+. From 10:30 am-11:15 am. Wednesdays, Sep 2-Oct 7. #19235.
Pickleball Advancing: Ages 18+. From 11:30 am-12:15 pm. Wednesdays, Sep 2-Oct 7. #19236
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September Book Club: Pick up September's book of the month, None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell, at the Round Lake Area Library. The discussion will be held on Thu, Sep 3, at 1 pm. Located at the Senior Center. Join us even if you haven't read the book! Light snacks provided. RSVP to Jodi at jodi_schultz@rlapd.org
or 847-886-5083
Itch to Stitch: Fridays, Sep 4- Oct 30. From 10-11 am at the Community Center. #19241
Wandering Tree Estate and Chessie's Lunch: Thu, Sep 10. From 9:15 am-2 pm. $65. Includes tour, lunch, and transportation. #19251
Strength and Stretch (Seated): Mondays, Sep 14-Oct 12. From 10-10:45 am at the Community Center. #19258
Chair Yoga: Tuesdays, Sep 15-Oct 13. From 10-10:45 am at the Community Center. #19255
Meal and a Movie: Tue, Sep 15. From 11 am-4 pm (subject to change according to showtime). Movie is chosen one week prior. $9. Includes movie and transportation. Lunch will be at Mission BBQ. #19248
Legends of the Strip Tribute Lunch Show: Mon, Sep 21. From 10:30 am-4 pm. World-class tribute performance celebrating the legendary entertainers who made Las Vegas the entertainment capital of the world, performed by LUDY and his LADY. Minimal walking and standing. $85. Italian lunch included. #19252
Lunch and Learn Sponsored by Assured Healthcare, Cremation by Water and Troost Cemeteries: Mon, Sep 28. From 11 am-12:30 pm. Featuring local professionals discussing aging in place, home care support, memorialization guidance, and modern end-of-life planning options in a comfortable, educational environment focused on advocacy and informed decision-making. Lunch is included. Free. Registration is required. #19371
Tuesday Game Day: Tuesdays from 11 am-2 pm at the Senior Center. Our 'game station' has many games for you to choose from; bring a couple of friends and play! Free. No registration required.
Friday Pinochle: Fridays from noon-3 pm at the Senior Center. Whether you are an expert or beginner, join the group for this fun trick-taking game! Free. No registration required.
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Flipping Large Lakes
Transitioning from Invasive Plant Dominance to Native Dominance
Join the Round Lake Management Commission to learn more about lake ecology and best management practices.
Date: Thu, Sep 3
Time: 6 pm
Where: Round Lake Park Village Hall
FREE
No registration necessary!
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Child Safety Seat Inspection & Installation Event
Certified Seat Technicians from the Round Lake Beach Police Department will be on-site to help demonstrate and educate parents and guardians on how to install child safety seats. Please arrive with the car and the child seat to be installed or checked.
This event will take place in the parking lot to the right of the flag poles (Round Lake Beach Police Department).
Date: Sun, Sep 20
Time: 9 am-Noon
Where: Round Lake Beach Police entrance
FREE
No appointment necessary!
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Our scenic parks offer the perfect backdrop for your special event or gathering. Some parks offer a covered pavilion or picnic tables.
For more details about park and pavilion rentals, see HERE
| | Need a place for your team to practice inside? Consider renting the gymnasium at the Community Center; or the indoor soccer field or gymnasium at the Sports Center. For more details, see HERE. | | Rent a room from the Park District for your next celebration or meeting. We have rooms for rent at the Sports Center and Community Center. The Children's Neighborhood Museum and Prairie Grass Nature Museum are also available for rentals/parties. | | | | |
