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• Casting Call: Seussical Auditions to be held in Oak Lawn -The Oak Lawn Park District Theatre group has announced a casting call for its upcoming production of Seussical. Auditions will be held Sunday, May 4 from 1 - 5 pm, for children ages 8-12 and out of town college students, and adult auditions on Monday, May 5 and Tuesday, May 6 from 7:30 – 10:30 pm. Come in proper attire and be prepared to sing and dance. Auditions will be held at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th Street. Seussical will run for two consecutive weekends, August 1-3 and August 8-10. First rehearsal will be on June 8th. For more information on auditions or the production, call the Oak Lawn Park District at (708) 857-2200.

• Little League Coaches Clinic - College Hall of Famer and National Champion, Fred Freberg will be facilitating a Little League Coaches Clinic on Saturday May 10 from 12-2pm at the Oak Lawn Park District Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center. The Focus of the clinic will be pitching, hitting and throwing as well as the mental aspect of youth baseball. Fee for the clinic is $20.00 (payable at the front desk upon arrival). For more information, please contact the Oak Lawn Park District Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center at 708-857-2215.

• Tai-Chi - The Oak Lawn Park District is offering another session of Tai-Chi beginning May 13 and continuing through July 1. Tai Chi combines proper breathing techniques with circular movements that are graceful and similar to dance. The class does not just go through the motions: participants will be worked with one-on-one and posture may be corrected physically. Classes will be held Monday evenings from 7 - 8:00pm at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110^th St.). This program is open to individuals 18 years and older. Fee is $59 for Oak Lawn residents and $74 for non-residents. Please call the Pavilion for more information at 708-857-2420.

• Oak Lawn Park District's Annual Battle of the Bands - Cheer on your favorite band when local teen bands battle for the winning title at Oak Lawn Park District's Local Battle of the Bands Competition on Saturday, May 10 from 7-10:30pm. The winning band of this competition moves on to represent the Oak Lawn Park District in the South Suburban Regional Battle of the Bands Competition in July. The Annual Battle of the Bands will take place at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110^th St.). Concessions available. Get your own Battle of the Bands T-Shirt. ALL ages Welcome!! Admission is $5 at the door. For more information call 708-857-2200.

• Cruising Along Rt. 66 Music…Lunch and Tour of the Jacob Henry Mansion– Join the Oak Lawn Park District on Wednesday, May 14 as we head to Joliet to enjoy a delightful show put on by Mike Williamson and Patte Armato Lund. This duet will take us on a non-stop musical tour of America performing classic duets like Sonny & Cher, Kenny & Dolly, the Captain & Tennille and Johnny Cash & June Carter. We will also enjoy a homemade lunch at the Abbey Theatre located next door to the Jacob Henry Mansion. A tour of the mansion is included in this trip. The wheelchair accessible motorcoach will depart the Community Pavilion, 9401 S. Oak Park Ave., at 9:30am and return at 3:30pm. Fee is $60 for Oak Lawn residents and $65 for non-residents. For more information call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.

• Singing in the Rain - The Oak Lawn Park District Theatre production of Singing in the Rain will run at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St., for two consecutive weekends: May 30 – June 1 and June 6 - 8. Friday and Saturday shows are at 8:00 pm and Sunday shows are at 3:00 pm. Tickets for the May/June production are available at the Oak View Center. Prices are $20 for adult and $19 for seniors and children. For more information on auditions or the production, call the Oak Lawn Park District at (708) 857-2200.

• Co-Rec Teen Sand Volleyball Leagues – The Oak Lawn Park District will have 2 Co-Rec Teen Sand Volleyball Leagues this summer. League play will be held on Wednesdays at 110^th and Kilpatrick or Fridays at Centennial Park. Leagues will run June 4 – August 15. Cost is $150 per team. League participation is open to those ages 13 – 20. Team Registration deadline is May 19. For more information call 708-857-2420.

• Men’s, Women’s and Co-Rec Adult Sand Volleyball Leagues - Resident team registration is under way for the men’s, women’s and co-ed sand volleyball leagues. Non-resident team registration begins May 10. Fee per team is $325. Teams will participate in round robin play with game times varying each week. League play begins the first week of June. Participants must have a signed waiver on file. Registration deadline is May 19. For more information on days and times, call the Community Pavilion at 708-857-2420.

• Summer Girls Beauty Lock-In - Schools out and who wants to start the summer off with a bang? The Oak Lawn Park District is hosting a Girls Beauty Lock-in Friday, May 30 –Saturday, May 31 at the Teen Center (9400 S. Oak Park Ave.). Participants will get their hair done (by certified stylist), makeup and nails. Bring an air mattress, pillows, sleeping bags and PJs. There will be pizza & junk food, games, music and girl movies. Do not miss this amazing night of NO BOYS. Lock-in is open to those in 5^th – 9^th grade. Sign up by May 26. Fee is $50 per participant. For more information call 708-857-2200.

• Glenn Miller Orchestra – Join the Oak Lawn Park District on Sunday, June 1 as we head to the beautiful Paramount Theatre in Aurora to hear the legendary sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra. The 19-piece orchestra, under the direction of Larry O’Brien, evokes the warm waves of nostalgia with classics like “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” and “In the Mood.” The wheelchair accessible motorcoach will depart the Community Pavilion, 9401 S. Oak Park Ave., at 1pm and return at 6pm. Fee is $40 for Oak Lawn residents and $45 for non-residents. For more information call the Oak View Center at 708-857-2200.

• Family Camp-Out! - Come out and enjoy the beginning of summer camping under the stars at The Oak Lawn Park District’s Wolf Wildlife Refuge (109^th & Laramie) on Friday, June 13. Participants will enjoy games, a late night campfire, campfire activities, hot dog and marshmallow roast, and a continental breakfast. You must provide your own tent, sleeping bags and camping equipment. Fee is $8 for Oak Lawn residents and $10 for non-residents. Registration deadline is June 7th! For more information, please call 708-857-2200.

• Day Camp Field Trips – Looking for a unique field trip for your day camp our day care this summer? The Oak Lawn Park District Pirouettes are offing a fun 2-hour gymnastics program. This program is ideal for boys and girls of all abilities, ages 3-13. Kids will have a great time in our air-conditioned facility, learning how to use equipment such as: the tumble track, foam block pit, obstacle coarse, rings, rope, bars, beam, vault and p-bars. The Pirouettes staff will give instruction on each event and will lead games and fun activities. Special recreation groups are welcome. Field trips can be scheduled on Thursdays and Fridays, June – August from 10am – 12pm or 1pm – 3pm at the Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center (10444 S. Central Ave.). Fee is $5 per camper. For more information or to schedule a field trip, please call Deirdre at 708-857-2215.

• Preschool Registration – The Oak Lawn Park District is currently accepting registrations for all 2008/2009 preschool programs. The park district offers affordable, quality preschool classes for 3- to 5-year-olds. The preschool programs—Learn As You Grow I, Learn As You Grow II, Play School and Prep School—are offered at the Oak View Center (4625 W. 110th St.) and the Little White Building in Lake Shore Park (96th Street and East Shore Drive) and are taught by qualified instructors. The programs, for children ages 3 and 4, offer a balance of structured and free-play activities that are ideal for the young child: story time, singing, art and holiday celebrations. The programs for children ages 4 and 5 are the stepping-stones to kindergarten, emphasizing all readiness skills (numbers, colors, letters, shapes, printing). The programs will run September 2008 through May 2009. For more information or to schedule a preschool visit, please call (708) 857-2200.

• Catering now available at Stony Creek Restaurant & Banquet Facility – Have Stony Creek Restaurant & Banquet Facility cater your next lunch, meeting or party. Orders accepted Mon – Fri from 9am - 4pm. All orders must be placed 48 hrs in advance. For more information, please call 708-857-2433 x2301.

• Looking for a nice, pleasant place to enjoy lunch? Why not stop into the Stony Creek Clubhouse, where we have a full menu and plenty of atmosphere. For menu information or to place a carry out order, call the Stony Creek Clubhouse at 708-857-2433.

• Stony Creek Clubhouse Rentals - Enjoy your social event, business meeting, family party or holiday party in a private golf-course atmosphere at the Stony Creek Clubhouse Bar & Grill! The bar & grill is available for rental year round with space for a maximum of 150 people (weather permitting).

Book your:

• Holiday Party

• Office Party

• Showers

• Graduation Party

• Breakfast/Lunch Meeting

• Birthday Party

• Luncheon

• Reunion

• Special Event

• Wedding

Menu options vary. For more information or to schedule an event, call the Michelle Maglaris at 708/857-2433 x2301.

• Teen Advisory Group – Oak Lawn Park district is looking to start a Teen Advisory Group. To get your ideas for the Teen Center, open tween & teen hours, trips, programs and events. Please contact Colleen O'Gorman at 708-857-2420 for more information.

• Massage Therapy at the Community Pavilion - Sandra Coffey is available by appointment only. Massage therapy is used to reduce stress, increase circulation and detoxify overexerted muscles. Open to men and women. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy. To schedule a massage, call 708/857-2420.

• Personal Training at the Community Pavilion - Meet with a certified Personal Trainer who will design a program to improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance. Increase flexibility, improve body image, lose weight, and-in general-just make you feel good about yourself. Call for an appointment: (708) 857-2420.

• Parent Forum & Support Group for Parents of Children with Disabilities - Come out once a month to discuss, review and suggest new ideas or program strategies! Also, meet other parents of children with disabilities. Staff will be provided to watch children during meeting. For meeting topics and information, Please contact: Jacqueline Canty @ 857-2200 or jcanty@olparks.com.

When: Third Thursday of every month

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St.

Did you know...

...There is a combination of 32 parks and facilities owned and operated by the Oak Lawn Park District which cover a total of 294.19 acres.

...The Oak Lawn Park District’s operating budget for 2006/07 is $8.4 million. Capital projects budget and debt service is $5.9 million. The fiscal year of the District runs from May 1^st to April 30^th.

...The Park District employs a staff of 50 full time and 221 part time employees. There are approximately 224 seasonal employees, which fluctuates with the season.

...The Park District offers a myriad of recreational programs and services to the 50,000 + residents of Oak Lawn, from tiny tots to senior citizens.

...The Oak Lawn Park District is a municipal corporation and is not part of the Village. We are our own taxing body.

...Four times a year the Park District mails a program brochure describing its programs and special events to all the residences in Oak Lawn.

...Park District operates:

	3 swimming pools
	1 indoor ice arena, a 12-month state of the art facility
	1 pavilion with weight room/exercise equipment, 4 indoor basketball courts and 4 volleyball courts
	1 racquet club equipped with 6 tennis courts, weight room, 5 racquet ball courts and gymnastics area
	1 golf course, 18-hole, adjacent to a driving range and miniature golf course and clubhouse which seats 100
	1 recreation center

...We maintain 20 parks, 14 tot lots, 19 baseball fields, 6 picnic areas, 6 sand volleyball courts, 7 soccer fields, 16 outdoor basketball courts, 1 bike path, and 1 museum.

...The 3 enterprise funds are the Ice Arena, Racquet Club, and Golf Course. The Pavilion is part of the recreation fund. Other Park District buildings include an Administrative Center; the Oak View Recreation Center, which houses staff and recreation programs; David Johnston Center used for the teen center, rentals and West Side Baseball; Menard Activity Center for programs and rentals; Brick Building, currently the home of the Children’s Museum; Little White School House located in Lake Shore Park used for recreation programs; and the Maintenance business office and garage.

...The Park District manages a Special Recreation Cooperative Agreement offering recreational programs and services to individuals with disabilities in 11 municipalities

...Our 2 natural areas are: Chicago Ridge Prairie located at 105^th and Menard and Wolfe Wildlife Refuge located at 109^th & Laramie. They feature walking/jogging/bicycle paths, wetlands and nature studies.

...The Cultural Arts Department of the Park District has a theatre program which offer 4 plays each year. There are also concerts featuring the different levels of the adult and children chorale groups.

...Largest park is Centennial Park at 38.5 acres

...The Oak Lawn Park District operates under the state tax cap

...Approximately 30,000 rounds of golf are played at Stony Creek Golf Course each year.

...Stony Creek is our revenue generating facility and is one of the 3 enterprise funds.

...We have received over $374,000 dollars of grant money in the past 3 years.

...We employ approximately 181 teens throughout the year, particularly during the summer months.

...The only facility where alcohol is served is the golf course.

Updated 4/07