Special Recreation · 52 VPD Program Guide Winter/Spring 2020 Painting for Your Pleasure Find your inner creative self while learning different watercolor painting techniques. Create

52 VPD Program Guide Winter/Spring 2020

Painting for Your Pleasure

Find your inner creative self while learning different watercolor painting techniques. Create beautiful masterpieces that any skill level can feel good about. Bring a friend to paint with or meet some new friends.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 13+ Jan 13*-Mar 2 M 7-8 PM $48/58 111144H 13+ Mar 16-Apr 20 M 7-8 PM $48/58 111144H1 13+ May 4-Jun 15* M 7-8 PM $48/58 111144H2No class Jan 2, Feb 17, May 25 Location: Grant Park, Trevino Hall Min/Max:3/10

Throwing Thursday

Spark your creative side in this hands-on program; we will take the opportunity to explore the world of clay with two different options. Each week will alternate between “throwing” on the wheel and hand-building creations the following week. This 4-week program will be messy, so make sure to wear that old t-shirt and have some fun!Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 15+ Jan 16-30 Th 3:30-4:30 PM $50/55 111144A5 Feb 13,27Location: Salt Creek Pottery, Villa Park, IL Min/Max: 6/10 Transportation: $12 for in district residents only

Adult Social Club

What’s your favorite pass time? Each Thursday come be a part of an energetic group packed with creative art activities, arcade games, and yummy snacks! This program encourages socialization and develop-mental of life skills. Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 18+ Jan 9, 23 Th 6-8 PM $36/40 111144A7 Feb 6, 20 Mar 5, 19 Apr 2, 16Location: Trumbull Park Min/Max: 6/24In district transportation: $12; pickup between 5-6 PM

Progressive Dinner

Be our guest! Take on your inner foodie and join the Special Recreation Department by touring around the local communities to try new foods. During this program, the participant will begin with appetizers, entrées and dessert from different locations in one day. This program will allow you to work on your socialization and independence skills.Age Date Day R/N Fee Code # 15+ Jan 25-Apr 25 Sa $50/55 111144A

Jan 25 Feb 29 Mar 28 Apr 25Location: Meet at Grant Park Min/Max: 6/12Transportation: $12. Available for residents only

Picture Bingo and Pizza

Join in the fun. Come for pizza, salad, dessert, and a cold drink; then stay for picture bingo. Add some prizes, and we’ll have a great after-noon. Choose the date or dates you would like to come, 1, 2, or all the dates.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 15+ Jan 15-May 6 W 12 PM $6 per date Jan 15 Garage Sale Bingo 411161P4Feb 12 Valentine’s Bingo 411161P5Mar 18 Spring Bingo 411161P6Apr 15 Mix and Match Bingo 411161P7May 6 Summer Bingo 411161P8Location: Drop off/pick up at George A. Leoni Complex Min/Max: 6/30

You must register for this program no later than Monday before the Wednesday date. Drop-ins cannot be accommodated

The purpose of our Special Recreation programs is to satisfy the leisure and social needs of individuals with developmental disabilities. Our programs focus on promoting socialization, community integration, independence, and providing life-enriching experiences.

Calahan Torres Kathy Thomas Megan Macek Special Recreation Supervisor Special Recreation Coordinator Special Recreation Coordinator

Special Recreation programs are available to all individuals with special needs within age range.

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Hiking Trail Fridays

Engage in exercise while exploring the great outdoors to various local hiking trails and parks. This 5 week program will run once a week, with a new trail every week. Start the New Year with a refreshing, healthy hob-by! This program can enhance your overall well-being, focus on motor skills and as well as socialization.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 14+ March 20, 27 F Varies $15/20 111144A8 Apr 3, 10, 17Location: Meet at Grant Park Min/Max: 5/12 Transportation: $12 for residents only

Saturday Fun Club

This club was designed for those who want to get out of the house during the winter. Join your friends for a wonderful social experience. We will be doing different activities, anything from cooking to watching movies and crafts too! Bring your lunch and a drink.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 6-12 Jan 11-Apr 23 Sa 10 AM-2 PM $28/33 111144A2 Jan 11, 25 Feb 22, 29 Mar 14, 28 Apr 9, 23Location: Trumbul Park Min/Max: 4/8 Transportation: $12. Available for residents only

Saturday Escape

Escape into the wonderful world of adventure as we explore our favorite attractions around our communities. Each week is filled with fun as we visit a new place, so buckle up and get ready for take-off!Age Date Day R/N Fee Code # 18+ Jan 4-Apr 25 Sa $45/50 111144A6Jan 4 Chicago Botanical Garden Jan 18 Mary Poppins Musical Feb 1 Cinemark Movies Feb 15 Chinese New Year Celebration Mar 7 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Mar 21 Easter Extravaganza Apr 4 Triton Troupers Circus Apr 25 CookoutMin/Max: 8/24

Expectations: Attendees are expected to engage in recreation activi-ties, practice appropriate behavior skills with staff and peers, and be able to maintain independently at a 4:1 staff ratio.Busing: $12 Available to in district residents onlyDates and meeting times may be changed due to weather conditions or activity scheduling. Participants will receive a detailed schedule prior to start of program. Bus pick up time will be listed according to the event.

PAEC After School Care

Veterans Park District is partnering with Proviso Area for Exceptional Children (PAEC) for their After-School Care program. We provide a safe, caring, and active environment. Children are provided with a snack, help with homework along with opportunities to play both inside and out! Transportation home is also being pro-vided. Offered to students attending in PAEC School and St. Domitilla. AGE: 5-21DAYS: M–F TIME: 3-6 PM LOCATION: PAEC CENTER, 1000 VAN BUREN ST,

MAYWOOD, IL 60153

Sessions: • January #398888D5 $142.50 (no Jan 1-3 & 20)• February #398888D6 $135 (no Feb 17 & 21)• March #398888D7 $127.50 (no Mar 2, 13, 27-31)• April #398888D8 $135 (no Apr 1-3 & 10)• May #398888D9 $135 (no May 25)

There is no After School Care Program on school early dismissal days.

Call (708) 343-5270 for more information and to register for this program.

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Bringing a taste of New Orleans to Mel-rose Park as we celebrate their biggest holiday of the year. Come out and cel-ebrate Mardi Gras at the Veterans Park District Annual Dance. Don’t have any beads? Don’t worry we’ll be giving out beads to all the dancers as you show off your best dance moves throughout the night!#111143AAges: High School to AdultsDay: FridayDate: January 31Time: 5-9 PMLocation: Bulger Hall

1601 Hirsch St. Melrose Park

Fee: $15

annual dance

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

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Are you always bored over winter break? Veterans Park District can help you change that! Gather your friends and spend winter break with us! We will have a day full of crafts, games, movies, and fun outside, weather permitting. Please bring a lunch each day. Snacks and beverage will be provided

Week 1: # 311131A1 Dates: Dec 26-Dec 27

Week 2: # 311131A2 Dates: Jan 2-Jan 3

Time: 9 AM- 3 PM

Location: Trumbull Park

Fee Per Week: $30 R/$35 N

Min/Max: 5/12

Winter CampAges: 6-21


School Day Out This program is structured to accommodate student off days in our local district schools. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy the day off to socialize with peers through group games, activities, and even field trips. So instead of staying home, come join the fun!

Laser Tag

Enjoy your day off by playing a game of laser tag and other arcade games. After your exciting time, you will head back to Trumbull Park to hang-out with your after school pals!Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 13-21 Apr 10 F 9 AM-3 PM $30/35 111144A4Location: Trumbull Park Min/Max: 4/12 Transportation: Parent drop off/pick up



Chicago Wolves Hockey Game

Get in the winter spirit and cheer on our local Chicago hockey team at their home game against Rockford Ice Hogs with your other Special Recreation pals!Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code# 13+ Feb 23 Su 1-6 PM $30/35 111144A1

Game starts at 3 PM Location: Allstate Arena, Rosemont, IL Min/Max: 5/12 Please register for this trip by February 7.In district transportation available: $3. Bus pick-up will be from 1-2 PM. Please meet at Grant Park by 12:45 PM if not receiving transportation.

Six Flags Great America

It is that time of the year to come out of hibernation, and get your adrenaline pumping! Take a day to have some thrilling fun at the Six Flags theme park and take on the Goliath, Superman, Raging Bull and other roller coasters.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code# 15+ Apr 26 Su 10 AM-6 PM $50/55 111144A3Location: Gurnee, IL Min/Max: 4/8 Please register for this trip by April 3 In district transportation available: $3. Bus pick-up will be from 10-11 AM. Please meet at Grant Park by 9:45AM if not receiving transportation.

VPD’s Special Recreation “On the Road” Series The “On the Road” series is a one day trip that occurs 2-3 times throughout each season. This program promotes community exploration as we discover the bigger world around us. It also encourages independent life skills as we navigate to each destination.

Expectations: Attendees are expected to stay with their group, engage in recreation activities, practice appropriate behavior with staff and peers, toilet with minimal assistance and be able to maintain independently at a 6:1 staff ratio.

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Spring BreakCAMP

What are your plans for spring break? Let Veterans Park District help you fig-ure it out. Gather your friends and spend spring break with us! Each day will be full of crafts, indoor and outdoor activities, movies, field trips and FUN! So pack your favorite lunch box and jump aboard.Please note you must be in school or the Transition program to register.DATE: March 30-April 3TIME: 9 AM-3 PMLOCATION: Trumbull Park, River GroveTRANSPORTATION: : $12 for in district residents onlyCODE: 111140A/111140BFEE: R $60/N $70MIN/MAX: 6/10

AGES: 6-13 | 14-21

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Special Olympics Swimming

Population: DD, AUT, MIThe VPD swim team is looking for swimmers who want to compete in Special Olympics. Our program will start in December and continue through February. Swimmers must know at least one stroke and be able to swim one length of the pool unassisted. You will work on skill development and endurance during practice. This is not a “learn to swim” program. Swimming lessons are available through Veterans Park District throughout the year and are listed in this brochure. You must have a current Medical Application on file with Illinois Special Olympics before you start practice. Bring a towel and be ready to swim. All practices are in the pool.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 8+ Starting Dec 2* M 6:30-7:30 PM $32/36 411151G5* A list of practice dates will be available the first night Location: West Leyden High SchoolThere is no bus service for this program.

Special Olympics Golf Lessons

Population: DD, AUT, MIJoin us on the driving range to learn the basic skills: chipping, putting, the iron shot, etiquette, and more! Illinois PGA “Teacher of the Year” Marty Joyce will be instructing the lessons. This is a Special Olympics training program. In order to compete, you must be at all training dates and testing dates. Testing will not be repeated if you are absent. You must have a S.O. Medical Application on file with Area 5, Special Olym-pics to train and compete.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 8+ Apr 13-Jun 8* M 5:30-7 PM $40/45 411151E7G4* No class May 25 Location: White Pines Golf Course in Bensenville

Busing: $12; and is available for in-district residents only, on a first-come basis. Bus pick-up is between 4:30-5:30 PM.Max: 10 golfers. Golf Skills Qualifier: White Pines Golf Club, Bensenville on July 14. State Outdoor Sports Festival: Sep. 11-13 in Decatur Area.

Special Olympics Track and Field Training

Population: EMH, DD, AUTThis is a training program for those athletes that are interested in competing in track and field. We will be training indoors. Please wear sweats or shorts and a tee shirt. Bring your gym shoes. No outside shoes may be worn on the turf. You may not train or compete in jeans or cut-offs. A current medical application from Special Olympics is required to on file with Illinois Special Olympics before you can start training.Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 8+ Jan 28-Mar 24 Tu 6-7 PM $32/36 411151FG2Location: George Leoni Community Center, Melrose Park

Bus pick up is between 5 and 6 PM. Spring Games at Marmion Academy in Aurora on May 3. Summer Games: Bloomington/Normal June 12-14.

Special Olympics Bowling Training

Population: DD, AUT, MIThis is a training program for those athletes that are interested in com-peting in Special Olympics Bowling. We will be training in Stardust Bowl in Addison, IL. Bowling shoes are required on the alleys. No outside food may be brought into the bowling alley. If you want a snack/drink, please bring money to purchase something. You must have a current medical application on file with Illinois Special Olympics before you can start training. A minimum of 15 games must be bowled at these practic-es to complete. Outside scores will no longer be accepted. Please be sure you are able to attend enough practices to meet the required 15 game average. Age Date Day Time R/N Fee Code # 8+ Apr 15-June 3 W 6:15-8:15 PM $40/45 411151G3Location: Stardust in Addison

Bus pick up is between 5 and 6 p.m. Busing: $12; available to in-dis-tricts residents only. Area Games: Saturday, July 11 at Stardust Bowl in Addison. Sectional Bowling Games: Sunday, Oct. 18 at State Games: Saturday, Dec. 5 in Peoria. Special Olympics Illinois Region C.



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FOOD

Saturday,June 6 • 11 AM-2 PMTrumbull Park

2311 N. Leyden, River Grove

SPECIAL RECREATION SUMMER

CARNIVAL KICKOFF

Mark your calendars for the 2020 Special Recreation Summer Carnival Kickoff! Families of all abilities are welcome to enjoy FREE food, games, live entertainment, music, inflatables, prizes and more!

Summer adventures could be endless at the Veterans Park District Special

Recreation Day Camp!Camp includes games, songs, arts and

crafts, weekly swim days and field trips. Our qualified staff ensures safety for all

participants.

Please see our Summer Program Guide for more information!

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Special Recreation · 52 VPD Program Guide Winter/Spring 2020 Painting for Your Pleasure Find your inner creative self while learning different watercolor painting techniques. Create