Evanston Parks and Recreation District                                                                          May 27, 2009

- PARKS AND RECREATION CENTER NOTES -

PSA Announcements Uinta Herald & KEVA/KOTB

BARB’S TUMBLING & TRAMPOLINE CAMP held June 1 – 4.  Registrations being accepted for 5-9 year olds $45 - camp times 9:30 – 12 pm; 10 yrs and up or back handspring  - $80 camp times 1:00 – 5:00 pm. 

SUMMER TENNIS LEAGUE for men and women.  Registration deadline June 1, Fee $17, $5 discount if paid by May 31.

WILD WEDNESDAY, REC DAY on June 3 from 1:30-3:30 pm.  Activities for 5 years and older (under 9 must be accompanied by an adult).  No Fee.

HERSHEY YOUTH TRACK & FIELD DAY held June 5.  Events start 9 am for 9-14 yr olds and 1 pm for 5-8 yr olds (age as of Dec 31, 2009).  Held at the EvanstonHigh School Track.  No fee, register early at the recreation center or ½ hour prior to events.

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS Session 1 (morning classes) June 8-18; (eve classes) June 9-July 2.  Class times and fees vary, call 789-1770 for detailed information.  Register early.

RED DEVIL AQUATIC TEAM a coached workout for youth who have completed Level 5 and are focusing on competition and fitness.  Session 1/June 8 – July 2; Mon/Wed from 5:30 – 6:30 pm for 5^th graders and younger  - fee $25 and Mon/Wed/Thur from 5:30 – 7:00 pm for 6^th graders and older – fee $42., $5 discount if paid by the Sunday before classes begin.  Register at the rec center.    All practices held at DMS Pool.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR TRAINING if you are at least 16 years old and a proficient swimmer.  June 8 – 19,  Monday – Friday 9 am – 12 Noon.  Fee $45, $5 discount if paid by June 7.

PRE-SCHOOLERS IN THE PARK for ages 3-5 yrs held June 11 – Aug 6.  Join us for five fun-filled mornings in the parks.  Parents and kids will play active games together and work on fun projects.  $15 for one child, $5 each additional child, receive a $5 discount if registered by May 31.

EVANSTON MEN’S INVITATIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT will be held June 19-21.  Registration deadline June 15, $225 per team.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING if you are at least 15 years old and able to swim 550 yards continuously.  June 22-July 3 Mon through Friday 9 am – 12 noon.  Fee $40, $5 discount if paid by June 21.

Note:  GeneralParks & Recreation Information

BEGINNING June 1:

REC CENTER HOURS, Monday through Friday 5:30 am – 9:00 pm ; Sat and Sun 12:00 noon – 5:00 pm.  

PUBLIC REC. SWIMS are scheduled Mon – Sun 1:30 – 4:30 pm; Mon – Fri

7:00 – 8:30 pm; Fridays 1:30 – 4:30 pm always 50¢ for youth only; Lap swim hours are scheduled Monday – Friday 5:30 – 7:30 am; 12:00 pm – 1:30 p.m.; 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.; and Sat - Sun 12 Noon – 1:30 p.m.   Hot Tub closes ½ hour before closing. The “Jungle Run” pool inflatable is in the pool every Mon 1:30-3:00 pm and every Wed. from 7:00-8:30 pm.

AEROBIC CLASSES include:  Morning Cardio Mix T/TH 5:30 am; Kick, Punch and Crunch M/F 6:30 am; Gentle Yoga M/W 11 am; Evening Aerobics M/W/F 5:30 pm; Yoga T/TH 6:30 pm; Group Cycling classes are held 5:30 am M/W/F; 8:45 am T/TH and 12:10 pm on M/W/F; (Advanced reservations required for group cycling).  Adult Water Exercise is held M/W/F 9:00 am to 10:00 am and M/W from 6:00- 7:00 pm.  Aqua Jogging and Water Walking are also available during daily lap swim times.  Call 789-1770 for more information.

SENIOR FITNESS ACTIVITIES include Senior Water Exercise Classes held Mon, Wed and Fri 8:00 – 9:00 am.  Senior Walk, Swim and Soak will be held Tues and Thurs 12 pm to 1:30 pm at No Charge plus Happy Hikers Club and Sr. Circle Splash N Dash for walkers is available all days and hours of operation.  Happy Hikers cards can be obtained at the Evanston Senior Citizens Center.  Sr. Circle Splash N Dash cards available at EvanstonRegionalHospital.REC CENTER HOURS, Monday through Friday 5:30 am – 9:00 ; Sat and Sun 12:00 noon – 5:00 pm.