Essential Oils 101

Ages: 18 years and up This course is designed to teach you what Essential Oils are and how they can be used to help with things such as pain relief, stress relief and even colds.  Participants will learn how to safely use the oils, and will have the opportunity to ask questions.

$25 – $35

Trip: History on the Rails, East Troy & Mukwonago, WI

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+years This trip starts by exploring the history of the rails at the train museum in East Troy.  We then take a 2 hour train ride to Mukwonago, with a brief stop at the picturesque Indian Head Park on the shores of Phantom Lake.  Trip includes lunch at Ivan on the Square; several […]

$45

Public Speaking

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 18 years and older Work and school presentations aren't so scary when you are prepared!  In this class, you will learn how to write and deliver a speech, gain presentation best practices and build confidence.  You will also learn: speech-writing (structure), how to speak off the cuff, how to use voice exercises and some […]

$78 – $98

Let’s Do Lunch

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

RESTAURANT:  BROKEN OAR                                   Port Barrington, IL Age: Active Adults, 18+ years Join us for lunch! Each month we visit a different restaurant in the area. You pay $5 for transportation - the fun is free and food is on […]

$5

Land Navigation

Ages: 12-18 years This land navigation workshop focuses on applying land navigation techniques with a hands-on experience in an outdoor environment.  Learn about the different types of compasses, how to triangulate your location on a topological map, and how to choose the best route to take.  Whether you are looking to master your topo-map reading […]

$70 – $88

Nifty 50+ Monthly Senior Club

Our monthly Senior Club has fun playing Bingo, cards and games.  Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided at each meeting.   We occasionally have a guest speaker, for important informational or entertainment purposes.  Come and let us know what kinds of activities you would like the GLPD to offer!

$2,

Trip: Chocolate Lovers’ Trail

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+ years Tour Lake County's sweetest spots!  This trip includes a tour of the Long Grove Confectionery Co. facility, a hands-on demonstration at Sweet Pete's Candy and lunch at The Chocolate Sanctuary!

$37
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Grayslake Pride Travel Softball Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls' softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15

Dinosaur Expedition

Jones Island Pavilion 243 Harvey Ave, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 4-8 years Are dinosaurs a hit with the kid in your house? This is the class for them!  We will learn which dinosaurs roamed the Great Plains, what they would eat, and how they would hunt to survive.  After we learn about the dinosaurs, we will trek out to the sand, to search for […]

$10 – $12
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Grayslake Pride Girls’ Travel Softball Team Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls’ softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15

Let’s Do Lunch

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

RESTAURANT:  PORT OF BLARNEY                                   Antioch, IL Age: Active Adults, 18+ years Join us for lunch! Each month we visit a different restaurant in the area. You pay $5 for transportation - the fun is free and food is on […]

$5
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Grayslake Pride Girls’ Travel Softball Team Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls’ softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15
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Grayslake Pride Travel Softball Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls' softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15

Spikefest

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL
$20
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Flag Football Player Evaluations

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Girls & Boys, ages 5-10 years All players must attend one evaluation date.  We will collect required player forms, get shirt sizes, and note practice conflicts, as well as evaluating players' skills.

$6 – $109

Trip: Wonders of the Midwest

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+ years Tour a 500-acre working fruit farm in Michigan, then visit a bison farm and tour the Albanese Candy Factory in Indiana!

$90
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Flag Football Player Evaluations

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Girls & Boys, ages 5-10 years All players must attend one evaluation date.  We will collect required player forms, get shirt sizes, and note practice conflicts, as well as evaluating players' skills.

$6 – $109

Summer Medley Golf Tournament

Grayslake Golf Course 2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake, IL

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

$15
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Youth Volleyball League Player Evaluations

Frederick School 595 Frederick Road, Grayslake, IL 60030

Boy & Girls, Grades 3-8 All players must attend one evaluation date; we will collect required paperwork, get sized for uniforms, and note any practices conflicts, in addition to evaluating each players' skill level.

$13 – $125

Pirates of the Great Lakes

Jones Island Pavilion 243 Harvey Ave, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 4-8 years Pirates loved to find hidden lakes in which to hide their treasures - and what better lake than Gray's Lake?  The children will hear a story about how pirates sailed through the great lakes, landed on the shores, and hiked to our own Gray's Lake to hide treasure.  We will have our […]

$10 – $12
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Youth Volleyball League Player Evaluations

Frederick School 595 Frederick Road, Grayslake, IL 60030

Boy & Girls, Grades 3-8 All players must attend one evaluation date; we will collect required paperwork, get sized for uniforms, and note any practices conflicts, in addition to evaluating each players' skill level.

$13 – $125

Ladies Only Golf Tournament

Grayslake Golf Course 2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake, IL

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

$15

Basic Kayak Class

Age:  12 years and older Our basic 3-hour kayaking class will teach you what you need to know to get the maximum SAFE enjoyment from a kayak.  We'll start with basic elements (getting in, forward paddling, steering) and build from there.  Class will include:  bracing techniques to increase stability, as well as solo and partner […]

$99 – $119

Nifty 50+ Monthly Senior Club

Our monthly Senior Club has fun playing Bingo, cards and games.  Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided at each meeting.   We occasionally have a guest speaker, for important informational or entertainment purposes.  Come and let us know what kinds of activities you would like the GLPD to offer!

$2,

Fall Dance Session Begins!

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

The Grayslake Park District's Expressions Dance Studio is committed to providing high-quality dance classes to enhance the overall development of the child. We provide a safe and child-centered environment to encourage our students to explore dance with qualified, nurturing teachers. Fall I Dance Session begins on Saturday, August 26 and runs through Saturday, October 7, […]

Trip: “Rock of Ages” at Drury Lane Theatre

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+ years This musical features 28 classic hits by rock bands of the 1980s.  Fee includes: transportation by Park District bus, lunch, and show.

$71

Trip: Church Basement Ladies at Fireside Theater

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: Mature adults, 55+ yrs Trip includes lunch, theater ticket and transportation by Park District bus.

$89

Grayslake Central Feeder Basketball Tryouts Begin

Grayslake Central High School 400 N Lake St, Grayslake, IL

Tryout to play competitive basketball through the Grayslake Park District's feeder programs! Open to 5-8th grade basketball players within Grayslake High School District 127 boundaries.

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First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Basic

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 18 years and up You and your dog will not want to miss this fun, reward-oriented course! This is a great class for dogs that have never taken a class before or dogs needing to brush up on rusty obedience skills. We cover the basic commands: heel, sit, down, stand, stay, come, polite greetings […]

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First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Basic

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 18 years and up You and your dog will not want to miss this fun, reward-oriented course! This is a great class for dogs that have never taken a class before or dogs needing to brush up on rusty obedience skills. We cover the basic commands: heel, sit, down, stand, stay, come, polite greetings […]

Trip: Cubs vs. Brewers Family Trip

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 10 yrs and up Fees include game ticket, transportation to Brewer's Miller Park by Park District van and food for tailgating.

$73
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First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Basic

Ages: 18 years and up You and your dog will not want to miss this fun, reward-oriented course! This is a great class for dogs that have never taken a class before or dogs needing to brush up on rusty obedience skills. We cover the basic commands: heel, sit, down, stand, stay, come, polite greetings […]

Parent and Tot Teddy Bear Picnic

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age:  2-5 years, with parent Bring your favorite teddy bear (or other stuffed animal) for a picnic! This class will include: story time, a simple picnic snack and a very special visitor from the Hundred-Acre Woods. Parents, don't forget to bring your camera!

$10 – $19
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First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Intermediate

Age: 18 years and up "Let's kick it up a notch!" Once you gain a working relationship with your dog, it's only natural to see how far you can excel. This intermediate-level class is for people who want to improve their dogs' manners and overall training. We add to and improve the reliability of commands […]

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Teen Dodgeball Night

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Grade: 6th-9th Calling all dodgeball lovers for a night full of smashing fun! Join in for some (or all) of our dodgeball games hosted throughout the night. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes! Fee: $5 Resident/$7 NonResident Register by: Saturday, Sept. 16 Code: 120127A

Wrigley Field Tour – Family Trip

Go behind-the-scenes of the legendary home of the 2016 World Series Champion Chicago Cubs! Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is a must-see Chicago attraction with more than 100 years of history. Take an exclusive 90 minute tour through the Friendly Confines with your own personal tour guide - visit the seating bowl, the press box, the […]

$56

Grayslake North Feeder Basketabll Tryouts Begin

Grayslake North High School 1925 N Illinois 83, Grayslake, IL

Tryout to play competitive basketball through the Grayslake Park District’s feeder programs! Open to 5-8th grade basketball players within Grayslake High School District 127 boundaries.

Care Bears to the Rescue

Age: 3.5-6 years This class will take your child into the clouds with the Care Bears and friends! We will create a Care Bear craft, sing songs, read a story and decorate a cupcake with Care Bear flare. This class will fill quickly, so don't delay and register today! Register by: Saturday, Sept. 23

$12 – $22

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Free Movie in the Park – “Finding Dory”

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Join us for the Free Movie in the Park "Finding Dory" on Sunday, October 8 at dusk. Pack up the kids, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and head out to Alleghany Park for an evening of FREE family fun! The movie will start at dusk, which should be around 6 pm. Please note that […]

FREE

Pleasant Prairie Prime Outlets Shopping Trip

Grades: 6th-9th Join us as we head to southern Wisconsin for a day of shopping at Prime Outlets! There are over 90 stores to choose from, a food court to enjoy lunch or sit and rest your feet. Fee includes lunch and transportation by Park District bus. Location: Meet at the Recreation Center Lobby Fee: […]

Days Off School Field Trip – Bowling and Laser Tag

Ages: 10-14 years Spend your day off school bowling and playing laser tag! We'll head to Bowlero in Algonquin for 1.5 hours of bowling, lunch, two rounds of laser tag AND 30 minutes in the arcade. Transportation is provided by the Park District and all activities are included in the activity fee. Location: Meet in […]

Mother/Daughter Yoga

  Ages: 6 years old to adult Enjoy some time together in individual and partner poses, breathing and laughing! Mother and daughters have a unique relationship. Yoga can help balance and strengthen that relationship through positive communication and trust.  No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a water bottle and yoga mat and towel to class. […]

10th Annual Pumpkin Fest

Central Park Aquatic Fields 250 Library Lane, Grayslake

Bring your kids and join us for the 10th Annual Pumpkin Fest! Pumpkin Fest is a Grayslake Park District Halloween Tradition, so we hope to see you there this year! Register in-person at the Recreation Center or online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/wbwsc/grayslake.wsc/wbsplash.html?wbp=1  

Six Flags Fright Fest

Ages: 6th-9th Grade Come experience Six Flags Great America at its scariest! The park will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland. Scary creatures, haunted houses and hair-raising shows are waiting for you! Round trip transportation by Park District van and admission is included in the fee. Please bring extra month for food, games and souvenirs. Location: Meet […]

Pumpkin Carving

Ages: 5 and up Join us for a fun afternoon carving a pumpkin for Halloween! Pumpkins and all supplies included.   Fee: $15 Resident/$19 NonResident Register by: Wednesday, Oct. 18 Code: 100019A   Please note the Park District Main Office closes at 12pm noon on Saturdays, so please enter the building through the south Program […]

Halloween Fun with Elmo

Ages: 18 months to 3 years with parent Elmo is so excited to show off his Halloween costume and read a story with you! Feel free to wear your costume and join us for a craft. Location: Recreation Center Preschool Room B (240 Commerce Dr) Fee: $15 Resident/$19 NonResident ($10 for each additional sibling) Register by: […]

Olaf’s Winter Fun

Ages: 2 - 5 years with parent Come warm up and enjoy a yummy treat with Olaf! We will make a project, enjoy a story and sing along! Location: Recreation Center Preschool Room A  Fee: $15 Resident/$19 NonResident ($10 for each additional sibling) Register by: Saturday, Nov. 4 Code: 101034A

Family Dodgeball

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 6 years through adult Fee: $3 Resident/$5 NonResident Register by: Sunday, November 5 Code: 100001A

Family Bingo Night

Come see for yourself how much fun family bingo can be!   Fee: $1 Resident/$2 NonResident Register by: Friday, November 10 Code: 100017A

Ultimate Nerf Tag

Ages: Grades 1st-8th Come join us for some fun of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We'll provide everything you need for this fun afternoon. Grab some friends and come  out to play. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle. Fee: $3 Resident/$5 NonResident Register by: Sunday, Nov. 12 Code: 130000A

Free Thanksgiving Day Jazzercise Class

Gobble gobble! Join us for a special Thanksgiving Day Jazzercise class at the Rec Center on Thursday, Nov. 23 at 7:45am! Class is FREE when you bring an item to donate to the Avon Township Food Pantry.

Ultimate Nerf Tag

Ages: Grades 1st-5th Come join us for some fun of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We'll provide everything you need for this fun afternoon. Grab some friends and come out to play. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle. Fee: $3 Resident/$5 NonResident Register by: Saturday, Dec. 2 Code: 130000B

Ho Ho Ho Holiday Party

Ages: 3-8 years Let’s get together for a fun night celebrating the holiday season! We will be having a grab bag, so bring a wrapped age appropriate gift for a boy or girl (around $5 in value). We will be playing holiday games, making a craft and enjoying some holiday cookies! Pizza dinner will be […]

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Gingerbread Houses

Join us at the Rec Center for this holiday event! Use your imagination and make a yummy edible holiday house. We will have gummies, candy canes, M&Ms and more!  Please notify us in advance of any allergies. Ages: 7-11 Years Fee: $17 Resident/$22 NonResident ($12 each for additional siblings) Register by: Wednesday, Dec. 13 Code: […]

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Santa Claus at the Rec Center

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

  Come to the Grayslake Park District Rec Center to have your picture taken with Santa Claus!  Bring your camera and be ready to smile!  Please bring an item to donate to the Avon Food Pantry. 

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Screen Writing for Teens

Age: 12 - 18 years Learn to write the movie you want to see! In this class you will learn how to find ideas, structure your story, write a scene, create characters, write dialogue and write a script. These skills can be used for Instagram videos, Snapchat stories, etc. This is a contractual program.  Location: […]

Preschool Open House: Young 3s Program

Thinking about preschool for your little one? Learn more about our I Love Learning Preschool at an Open House! Please RSVP to Mary Kay Olson at (847) 223-7529 or molson@glpd.com.

Preschool Open House and Art Show

Thinking about preschool for your little one? Learn more about our I Love Learning Preschool at an Open House! Please RSVP to Mary Kay Olson at (847) 223-7529 or molson@glpd.com.

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Intro to Essential Oils Class

Age: 18 years & up Grab some friends and gear up for a fast-paced, ground-up lecture on everything essential oils. You’ll also have some fun in the process! This 1.5 hour class will introduce you to what essential oils are, how essential oils work and how you can use them safely to help support healthy […]

Preschool Open House: 4-Year-Old Program

Jones Island Preschool 243 Harvey Ave., Grayslake

Thinking about preschool for your little one? Learn more about our I Love Learning Preschool at an Open House! Please RSVP to Mary Kay Olson at (847) 223-7529 or molson@glpd.com.

Mother/Daughter Yoga

Age: 6 years - adult Enjoy some quality time together in individual and partner poses, breathing and laughing in this fun yoga class! No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat and towel to class. Max 2 kids per 1 parent please. This is a contractual program.  Location: Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Rooms […]

Ultimate Nerf Tag

Age: Kindergarten - 8th grade, Girls & Boys Join the Grayslake Park District for a fun afternoon of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We will provide everything you need for this exciting activity. Grab some friends and come on out to play! Please wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes, and bring a water bottle.  There […]

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Intro to Essential Oils Class

Age: 18 years & up Grab some friends and gear up for a fast-paced, ground-up lecture on everything essential oils. You’ll also have some fun in the process! This 1.5 hour class will introduce you to what essential oils are, how essential oils work and how you can use them safely to help support healthy […]

Screen Writing for Adults

Age: 18 years & up Learn to write the movie you want to see! In this class, you will learn how to find ideas, structure your story, write a scene, create characters, write dialogue and write a script. These skills can be translated into presentations. This is a contractual program. Location: Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room […]

Princess Snowflake Tea Party

Age: 2 - 5 years with adult Join us for this exciting winter tea party! We’ll enjoy tea party foods, make a snowflake wand and decorate wintry cookies. Games, dancing and fun will be had by all. Even our winter snowman friend will join us! Parents - bring your cameras! Location: Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room […]

Cinderella’s Ball – Daddy Daughter Dance

Maravela's Banquet Facility 4 Washington Ave, Fox Lake, IL

Advance registration is required by Monday, January 15! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Mommy & Me Painting Class

Age: 1 - 5 years with adult Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas (Behavior Bear or Friendship Frog). Each participant will take home their masterpiece to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included […]

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Orb/Paperweight Class

Age: 12 years & up This class is great for beginners with little or no hot shop experience. During this class, you will make three different round paperweights using various processes and colors. The three paperweights will include a Glo-ball, Shard-ball, Caneball. Each student will leave with a better appreciation for working with hot glass. […]

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DIY Sign Painting Workshop

Age: 18 years & up Ready to get crafty? Join us for a DIY Sign Painting Workshop. Not an artist? No worries – it’s so easy that anyone can do it! Signs range from $25-$45 each. Registration for this program has two steps - first, register for the class using the code below. Then, once […]

FREE Children’s Juggling Show

It’s the Super Hit, Total-Participation, Interactive Program where kids of ALL ages become the “Rock-Star” jugglers and balancers just like Pro Juggler Jason Kollum! The show will WOW all ages of kids and families, as balls, clubs, rings, spinning balls, giant beanbag chairs, and much more will all be sent flying through the air, all […]

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DIY Sign Painting Workshop

Age: 18 years & up Ready to get crafty? Join us for a DIY Sign Painting Workshop. Not an artist? No worries – it’s so easy that anyone can do it! Signs range from $25-$45 each. Registration for this program has two steps - first, register for the class using the code below. Then, once […]

Valentine’s Day Special

Age: 1.5 - 4 years with adult Let’s get together and read a fun Valentine’s Day book with some good friends from the Hundred Acre Woods. Who will be there? Here’s a hint: one friend is pink, small and very kind. Our other friend is yellow and loves to eat honey. We’ll also make a […]