fall 2 015 - West Suburban Special Recreation Association

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fall 2015
hablamos
español
Board of Directors
Board Meetings
berwyn park district
clyde park district
village of elmwood park
park district of forest park
park district of franklin park
village of harwood heights
hawthorne park district
norridge park district
north berwyn park district
park district of oak park
river forest park district
The Board of Directors of the Association meets on the second
Tuesday of the month, 8 times per year at 5:00pm. Call the
office for a meeting schedule and locations. The public is
invited to attend.
jeff janda
larry banks
al schmidt
steve thomas
joseph d. modrich
michael gadzinski
dennis raleigh
mark desalvo
joseph c. vallez
kassie porreca
mike sletten
West Suburban Special Recreation Association
2915 maple street, franklin park, il 60131
847.455.2100 ··· voice or tty
office hours
8:30 am – 5:00 pm ··· monday through friday
WSSRA Staff
Marianne Birko
Gretchen Dennis
Robert A. Foster
Maryellen Bilek
Annie Hart
April Ryan
Nathan Sheade
Elizabeth Pliego
Carlos Marroquin
Brittany Prysock
Aaron Glickson
Lisa Gershak
Noelia Hernandez
Karina Marroquin
Laurie Kibler
Christopher Swasko
Luz Rocha-Serrano
Larry Feldt
Mike Zych
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executive director
superintendent of recreation
superintendent of safety & operations
outreach specialist
staff manager
program manager
recreation specialist
finance manager
registrar
receptionist
lekotek leader
graphic designer
wssra driver/lekotek leader
wssra driver
wssra driver
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marianneb@wssra.net
gretchend@wssra.net
bobf@wssra.net
maryellenb@wssra.net
annieh@wssra.net
aprilr@wssra.net
nathans@wssra.net
elizabethp@wssra.net
carlosm@wssra.net
brittanyp@wssra.net
aarong@wssra.net
lisag@wssra.net
nolyh@wssra.net
karinam@wssra.net
lauriek@wssra.net
graphics@wssra.net
luzs@wssra.net
Key to Abbreviations
Table of Contents
ADD
ADHD
ALZ
AUT
DD
EC
ED
HI
LD
MI
MH
MLH
PI
SL
SO
SP
VI
Fall Calendar
3
Alzheimer’s
Children & Youth
6–9
Autism
Swim Lessons
10
Early Childhood
Teens & young Adults
11 - 18
Emotional Disturbance
holiday hullaballoos
8, 14, 15
Learning Disability
Sports, Fitness, & SO
19 - 21
Mental Impairment
Older Adults
22-23
registration
26-30
Attention Deficit Disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Developmental Disability
Hearing Impairment
Multiple Handicaps
Mental Health
Physical Impairment
Speech and Language Delay
Special Olympics
Severe and Profound Mental Impairment
Visual Impairment
Registration Update
All Fall 2015 registration is taken on a first come, first
served basis
fall deadline
september 11th, 2015
Our Program Guide
A great effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the
information provided in our Program Guide. Due to the large
amount of information, however, errors and changes may occur
related to program schedules, locations, transportation and fees.
WSSRA reserves the right to make adjustments as necessary.
WSSRA will make every effort to notify participants of changes and
corrections as quickly and efficiently as possible. We apologize for
any inconvenience our errors may cause.
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Program locations
EMERGENCY PHONE
BERWYN
The purpose of this phone number
Havlicek School
6401 15th St............................ 708.795.2450
Jefferson School
7035 16th St............................ 708.795.2454
Liberty Recreation Center
6445 W 27th Pl........................ 708.795.2891
Morton West High School
2400 Home Ave...................... 708.222.5700
North Berwyn Park District Community Center
1619 Wesley Ave ................... 708.749.4900
PAV Berwyn YMCA
2947 S Oak Park Ave.............. 708.749.0606
Proksa Park
3001 Wisconsin Ave............... 708.795.2892
is to allow access to WSSRA for
emergencies only during
non-office hours.
1. The phone may be called Monday
through Friday, from 5:00pm to
11:00pm, Saturday, 7:00am to
11:00pm when programs are in
session only.
2. Leave a message with your phone
number at 708.491.3779 and a
WSSRA staff will return your call
if necessary.
3. The emergency phone should not
be a substitute for calling the office
for non-emergency questions, such
as pick up times.
WWW.WSSRA.NET
Check out the WSSRA on the web
for directions to program locations
and up to date program information.
Email your comments to us:
wssra@wssra.net
CICERO
Cicero Community Center
2250 49th Ave......................... 708.477.6308
Cicero West School
4937 W 23rd St ...................... 708.780.4487
Clyde Park District Stadium
1909 S Laramie Ave ............... 708.652.3545
Columbus West School
5425 W 31st . .......................... 708.780.4482
Hawthorne Park District
5200 W 29th Pl........................ 708.863.6511
Morton East High School
2423 S Austin Blvd.................. 708.222.5264
Unity East Junior High School
2115 S 54th Ave...................... 708.863.8229
Woodbine School
3003 S 50th Ct . ...................... 708.652.8884
ELMWOOD PARK
Elmwood Park Recreation Center
2 Conti Pkwy............................ 708.452.3935
Elmwood Park Family Aquatic Center
2 Conti Pkwy............................ 708.452.3935
Elmwood Park High School
8201 W Fullerton Ave............. 708.452.7272
FOREST PARK
Circle Lanes
7244 Circle Ave ...................... 708.366.2810
Field Stevenson School
925 Beloit Ave ........................ 708.366.5703
Park District of Forest Park
7501 Harrison St .................... 708.366.7500
Forest Park Middle School
925 Beloit Ave ........................ 708.366.5703
FRANKLIN PARK
Centre at North Park
10040 Addison St................... 847.928.8478
Enger School
10401 W Grand Ave .............. 847.455.5299
Franklin Park Community Center
9560 Franklin Ave .................. 847.455.2852
Franklin Park Ice Arena
9711 Waveland Ave . ............. 847.671.4268
Karate for Kids
10125 W Grand Ave .............. 847.349.5425
O'Hare CrossFit
9100 Belden Ave ................... 708.417.8502
WSSRA Office
2915 Maple St......................... 847.455.2100
HARWOOD HEIGHTS
Harwood Heights Village Hall
7300 Wilson Ave .................... 708.867.7200
MELROSE PARK
Mannheim Middle School
2600 Hyde Park Ave .............. 847.455.5020
NORRIDGE
Norridge Park District
4631 N Overhill Ave .............. 708.457.1244
OAK PARK
Andersen Center
820 Hayes Ave . ...................... 708.524.2050
Barrie Recreation Center
1101 S Lombard Ave ............. 708.383.6905
Carroll Recreation Center
1125 S Kenilworth Ave........... 708.383.6906
Dole Center
255 Augusta St ....................... 708.848.7050
Field Recreation Center
935 Woodbine Ave . .............. 708.383.6907
Fox Recreation Center
624 S Oak Park Ave................ 708.383.6908
Gymnastics & Recreation Center (GRC)
21 Lake St . .............................. 708.725.2200
Irving School
1125 S Cuyler Ave ................. 708.524.3090
Longfellow Recreation Center
610 S Ridgeland Ave ............. 708.383.6909
Longfellow School
610 Highland Ave................... 708.524.3060
Oak Park Conservatory
615 Garfield St........................ 708.725.2400
Oak Park Country Club
2001 Thatcher Ave.................. 708.453.5554
Oak Park River Forest High School
201 N Scoville Ave ................. 708.383.0700
Rehm Park
515 Garfield St........................ 708.848.9661
Ridgeland Commons Rec Complex
415 Lake St.............................. 708.725.2300
Whittier School
715 N Harvey Ave................... 708.524.3080
RIVER FOREST
Keystone Center
7920 Central Avenue.............. 708.366.6660
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HEALTHY START
10:00 – 11:30am
Franklin Park
Community Center
MONDAY
Fall 2015
SPECIAL EVENTS
on milwaukee!
September 2 – 3
parent date night
October 16
holiday
hullabaloos
december 21
december 22
december 23
december 28
december 29
december 30
WALK-N-DINE
9:30am – 12:15pm
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Sunny Side Up
11:00am – 12:30pm
Park District of
Forest Park
FRIDAY
wssra boot camp
9:00 – 10:00am
Dole Center
Oak Park
SATURDAY
Saturday Fun Club
9:00 – 11:30am
Carroll Center
Oak Park
TEAM UP
9:30 – 11:00am
Franklin Park
Community Center
TOWERS SOCIAL
12:30 – 2:30pm
Franklin Towers
Franklin Park
WILDCARD
WEDNESDAYS
9:30 – 12:00pm
Franklin Park
Community Center
YOGA FOR WELLNESS
10:00 – 11:15am
Village of
Harwood Heights
Outdoor Adventures
9:15am – 12:15pm
Building #4
SUPER SATURDAYS
12:15 – 2:45pm
Carroll Center
Oak Park
Imagination Station
9:30am – 12:00pm
North Berwyn
Park District
SWIM LESSONS
3:10 – 6:00pm
PAV YMCA
Berwyn
SATURDAY BOWLING
LEAGUE
1:00 – 3:00pm
Circle Bowling Lanes
Forest Park
afte r n oo n s
SUPER BOWLERS
4:15 – 5:30pm
Circle Bowling Lanes
Forest Park
HOT SHOTS
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Building #4
Yoga for All
7:00pm – 7:45pm
Dole Center
Oak Park
Swim Lessons
6:30 – 7:30pm
Morton East High School
SOCIALITES
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Carroll Center
Oak Park
MOONLIGHTERS
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Carroll Center
Oak Park
eve n i n gs
Urbanites
3:00 – 5:00pm
West Leyden High
School
FOOD CRITICS
6:30 – 9:15pm
Barrie Center
Oak Park
CITY SLICKERS
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Building #4
Tumbling into Fun
3:15 – 4:30pm
Jefferson School
Berwyn
Cross-Fit
6:30 – 7:30pm
O’Hare Cross-Fit
FRIDAY SHOW TIME
Time Varies
Barrie Center
Oak Park
Ice Skating
4:45 – 5:45pm
RCRC
Oak Park
SWIM LESSONS
7:30 – 8:15pm
Mannheim Middle
School
Dinners Delight
6:00 – 8:30pm
WSSRA Office
Teen Scene
3:00 – 5:00pm
West Leyden
High School
BOBCATS BASKETBALL
Unity Jr. High
Cicero
Zumba
7:00 ‑ 8:00pm
Cicero Community Center
Cicero
AMT
6:15pm – 6:55pm
Dole Center
Oak Park
SWIM LESSONS
6:00 – 7:00pm
OPRFHS
Girl’s Pool
WEEKLY WORKOUT
7:00 – 8:15pm
Park District of
Franklin Park
STINGRAY SWIM TEAM
7:00 – 8:10pm
OPRFHS
Girl’s Pool
Now We’re Cookin’
7:30 – 9:00pm
Park District of
Forest Park
Explore the Arts
4:15 – 5:30pm
Keystone Center
River Forest
TAE KWON DO
7:15 – 8:00pm
Karate for Kids
Franklin Park
AQUA ATHLETICS
8:15 – 9:00pm
OPRFHS
Girl’s Pool
West Suburban
Special Recreation
Foundation
The West Suburban Special Recreation Foundation (WSSRF)
is an Illinois not-for-profit corporation that exists to raise funds
for WSSRA. The funds raised by the WSSRF help expand
programming and support additional needs of WSSRA when
necessary. To learn more about WSSRF, call Marianne Birko at the
WSSRA office.
The WSSRF needs you!
New Members
The WSSRF welcomes new members. Please consider joining!
No one on the Foundation is asked to do more than they can
handle, yet by working together, WSSRF raises $20,000 each
year to support WSSRA programs. At each meeting, Foundation
members have the opportunity to give input and ideas about
program offerings. So come join the fun and help WSSRF
improve and expand programs for persons of all ages with
disabilities.
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Get involved!
WSSRA is looking for energetic & caring staff to assist in recreation programs for individuals
with disabilities. You will:
· Meet new people while participating in fun recreation activities
· Enjoy personal growth
· Have a flexible schedule
(Morning, afternoon, evening & weekend hours available)
· Gain leadership skills
· Enhance self-esteem by being part of a team that brings out the
best in everyone
For more information, call 847.455.2100 or visit wssra.net
Staff Spotlight
You know their voices, they've helped you register
for programs, and answered any questions you
may have– now, get to know them!
Noly Hernandez, Registrar, has been with WSSRA
for 18 years and Karina Marroquin, Receptionist,
will celebrate 3 years in our front office. You can’t
see it over the phone, but these two are always
smiling and working hard to get you the necessary
reminders, information, and help get your
questions answered. They are critical in the day to
day operation of WSSRA, won’t you take a minute
and get to know a little bit about them?
personal interests
Noly: Spend time with my family and friends, love
being outside. I love nature and watching movies.
Karina: I like to spend time with my family and play
with my baby Sammie.
favorite movies
Noly: The Notebook and Lilo and Stitch
Karina: Grease and Dumb and Dumber
favorite sports teams
Noly: The Cubs
Karina: All Chicago sports teams
favorite food
favorite thing about wssra
Karina: The people I work with and getting to know the different families.
Noly: Serving families and letting them know what services we could offer them so
Noly: I love everything!
they could enjoy life to the fullest! I love helping families answering any question
Karina: Ceviche
they have and making them happy.
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children & youth
Imagination Station
Ice Skating
All Abilities
All Abilities
Build a rocket ship and blast off for the moon! Protect your
castle from invaders! All you need to bring each week is your
imagination—we’ll build, create and design using the Imagination
Playground ® .
Lace up your skates and glide onto the ice. No previous skating
experience is necessary. Through skating, participants may:
Ages 3 – 7 ··· Saturdays, 9:30am –12:00pm
North Berwyn Park District Community Center
program fee: $10.60 / week OR
DATEReg #
September 26 429-01
October 3
429-02
October 10
429-03
October 17
429-04
October 24
429-05
$51.75 / 9 weeks
DateReg #
October 31
429-06
November 7
429-07
November 14 429-08
November 21 429-09
· Experience enjoyment through
independent movement
· Improve balance and coordination
· Increase overall fitness
Ages 8-22 ··· Tuesdays, 4:45 – 5:45pm
Ridgeland Commons Rec Complex, Oak Park
dates: September 8 – October 27
round trip trans
trans fee: $48.40
registration #: 417
fee: $40.80
Tumbling Into Fun
Super Bowlers
All Abilities
All Abilities
Run, jump, spin, and roll—just part of the fun we’ll tumble Into!
Participants will also enjoy a snack and craft at program.
Hit the lanes with WSSRA and learn the fundamentals of bowling.
Bumpers and adaptive equipment is available if needed.
Ages 3-6 ··· Wednesdays, 3:15 – 4:30pm
Ages 7-22 ··· Fridays, 4:15 – 5:30pm
Jefferson School, Berwyn
Circle Lanes, Forest Park
dates: September 23 – November 18
registration #: 414
round trip trans
fee: $25.90
registration #: 427
trans fee: $54.45
fee: $53.35
Explore the Arts
Parent Date Night
All Abilities
All Abilities
Grab your brush, sponge, or use your fingers to paint. Build a
pot with clay or create a collage. Add some music and we’ll be
dancing. There’s no limit to the elements we’ll explore!
We’ll keep the kids busy with ice skating, bowling, pizza and
more while you enjoy a night out! Adults, if you’re looking for
something to do, come to the WSSRF Fallin’ For Our Stars event
tonight! See page 4 for event details.
Ages 3 – 12 ··· Mondays, 4:15 – 5:30pm
dates: September 21–November 16
Ages 3-22 ··· Friday, 6:30pm – 11:00pm
Keystone Center, River Forest
Ridgeland Commons Recreation Complex, Oak Park
round trip trans
trans fee: $48.40
registration #: 487-01
registration #: 407
fee: $37.00
no program october 12
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date: October 16
fee: $30.00
children & youth
Sign up for both!
Autism Movement Therapy and Yoga For All
meet back-to-back on Wednesday nights!
Autism Movement Therapy ®
Yoga for All
All Abilities
All Abilities
Experience this innovative and creative
program under the guidance of a certified
Autism Movement therapist. We use
movement and music to help develop
balance, coordination, sequencing and
much more!
Participants will be introduced to beginner
yoga positions, meditative practice and
stretching exercises in a fun, playful
environment. The program will focus on
body control, increased strength and
flexibility, and relaxation techniques.
Dole Center, Oak Park
Dole Center, Oak Park
dates: September 23 - November 18
round trip trans
trans fee: $54.45
round trip trans
trans fee: $54.45
registration #: 412
fee: $22.35
registration #: 409
fee: $15.55
Lekotek
Tae Kwon Do
All Abilities
All Abilities
Borrow toys from WSSRA’s toy lending library—we have over 2,000
toys!! Our certified Lekotek leaders will guide you through a
monthly play session and introduce you to a variety of adaptive
toys, making play possible for ALL children. Lekotek offers:
This class is designed to captivate the interest of our youngest
student. Karate for Kids teaches the American Tae Kwon Do
Association curriculum based on positive mental attitude and
high goal setting. The building blocks for this system include:
· Relaxing, guided play sessions
· Home loan of up to six toys monthly
· Opportunities to focus on the abilities of children
· Positive parent/child interactions
· Self-esteem building
· Sibling play and fun!
For children birth – 6 years
North Berwyn Park District, Irving School in Berwyn, or WSSRA office
· Self-control
· Courtesy
· Friendship
· Confidence
· Self-awareness
· Self-esteem
· Perseverance
· Self-improvement
· Respect
· Dedication
Ages 9-14 ··· Mondays, 7:15-8:00pm
Karate for Kids, Franklin Park
Call WSSRA to schedule individual sessions
uniform fee: $40.00/one-time fee for new participants in addition
to program fee paid directly to Karate for Kids
registration #: 401
dates: September 21–November 16
fee: $60-$175 dependant on family size and income.
Fee includes monthly toy loans and up to 9 play sessions.
registration #: 413
fee: $60.00
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Looking for something fun to do during the holidays? Look no further! Sign up for some
of our Holiday Hullabaloo events! Space is limited so register today. Holiday Hullabaloo events
are open to all abilities. Participants need to bring a lunch for each event. Snacks will be provided.
Detailed information will be sent prior to the events in December.
Ages 3 - 11
time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
round trip trans
trans fee: $6.05/event
Meeting location to be determined
activity
date
reg #
fee
Giddy Up!
We’re heading to Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest for horseback riding, hiking, art
therapy and more!
Monday
December 21
482-01
$28.60
Strike out with a 300!
Enjoy a day of pin clashing at Circle Lanes.
Tuesday
December 22
482-02
$28.60
A Whole New World
Come join us for a day themed around the Wonderful World of Disney!
Wednesday
December 23
482-03
$21.45
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a day at Pelican Harbor!
Bring your flip flops, swim suit, and a lunch to enjoy at Bolingbrook Park District’s Indoor
Aquatic Park.
Monday
December 28
482-04
$28.60
Missing that Summer Sun?
Look no further than this in-house taste of summer activity filled day with “Summer in
December!”
Tuesday
December 29
482-05
$21.45
Lions, Tigers, and Bears, Oh My!
Come for a day filled with your favorite animals at the Brookfield Zoo
Wednesday
December 30
482-06
$28.60
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Tell us how
we’re doing!
saturdays
Saturday Fun Club
ALL ABILITIES
Ages 3 – 6 ··· Saturdays, 9:00am – 11:30am
Barrie Recreation Center fee: $10.60/week
wssra wants
your feedback!
Super Saturdays
ALL ABILITIES
Ages 7 – 11 ··· Saturdays, 12:15 – 2:45pm
Barrie Recreation Center fee: $10.60/week
activity
We want your feedback and
suggestions regarding the programs
for which you have registered. Please
take 3-4 minutes to help us improve
the services we offer. All answers are
anonymous, confidential, and will be
used only by WSSRA.
Just visit wssra.net
and click on “tell us
what you think!”
Thanks for your
reg #: 404
reg #: 406
date
reg #
Make a Splash!
It’s time to get wet and wacky with some
water games today!
Sept 26
404-01
Park A Palooza!
Monkey tag, Freeze tag, Blob tag, and
more! There’s no limit to the fun we’ll
have at the playground today!
Oct 3
404-02
Walk the Plank!
Arrrrrre you ready for some pirate
themed games today?
Oct 10
404-03
Dino-ROAR!
Let’s celebrate Jurassic World with a
dinosaur party!
Oct 17
404-04
Monster Inc., WSSRA Edition
Sulley and Boo invite you to a monster
themed day of games and crafts!
Oct 24
Brainssss!
It’s a zombie invasion this Halloween!
Join your friends for some living-deadawesome games!
Oct 31
Banana!
Nothing is sillier or more fun than our
Minion party today!
Nov 7
Crayola Kids!
It’s an art party today! Get ready for a
colorful mess!
Nov 14
Sensory Saturday!
It’s time to tickle our senses this
Thanksgiving season!
Nov 21
406-01
406-02
406-03
406-04
404-05
406-05
404-06
406-06
404-07
406-07
404-08
406-08
404-09
406-09
assistance!
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swim l essons
ALL ABILITIES
WSSRA conducts swim lessons to allow all individuals to progress from beginner to advanced
swimming abilities. Our swim lessons cover fundamental body positions, breath control, stroke
drills, and age appropriate safety skills. If you are looking to learn more advanced, competitive, and
technical strokes to improve your swimming check out or Stingray Swim Team page! WSSRA swim
lessons use the progressive American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim program. Parents are responsible
for locker room supervision and assistance. Public health code requires that anyone with possible
incontinence must wear protective, rubber pants in addition to a swim diaper.
oak park river forest high school
Monday
3 years & up
6:00 – 6:30pm
Sept 21 – Nov 16
451-01
$30.40
Monday
Advanced Swimmers:
must swim pool length
6:00 – 6:50pm
Sept 21 – Nov 16
451-02
$39.90
Monday
3 years & up
6:30 – 7:00pm
Sept 21 – Nov 16
451-03
$30.40
Sept 23 – Nov 18
451-04
$38.10
no program oct 12
no program oct 12
no program oct 12
mannheim middle school, melrose park
Wednesday
3 years & up
7:30 – 8:15pm
no program nov 11
Morton east high school, cicero
Thursday
3 years & up
6:30 – 7:00pm
Sept 24 – Nov 19
451-05
$32.35
Thursday
3 years & up
7:00 – 7:30pm
Sept 24 – Nov 19
451-06
$32.35
Friday
3 – 6 years
3:10 – 3:40pm
Sept 25 – Nov 20
451-07
$30.40
Friday
3 – 6 years
3:45 – 4:15pm
Sept 25 – Nov 20
451-08
$30.40
Friday
3 – 6 years
4:20 – 4:50pm
Sept 25 – Nov 20
451-09
$30.40
Friday
7 years & up
4:55 – 5:25pm
Sept 25 – Nov 20
451-10
$30.40
Friday
7 years & up
5:30 – 6:00pm
Sept 25 – Nov 20
451-11
$30.40
pav ymca, berwyn
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no program oct 23
no program oct 23
no program oct 23
no program oct 23
no program oct 23
outdoor adventures
MI, DD, LD, VI
We fill our Saturday mornings with fun and thrills as we explore our communities. The vans will depart 5 minutes after scheduled start
time for our out trips! We do a lot of indoor AND outdoor activities each week. Please make sure that you are dressed for both!
Ages 12 – 22 ··· Saturdays, 9:15am-12:15pm
Park District of Forest Park, Building #4
fee: $14.00/week
Please see weekly program descriptions for any changes in fee or program time
activity
date
reg #
D.I.Y D.A.Y.
You make it. You take it. We’re putting our crafting skills to the test today as we create art from Pinterest.
September 26
431-01
Tracks of America
All aboard for the Chicago Botanical Garden! We are going to spend the day walking along their Model
Railroad Garden featuring landmarks from across America.
Time change today! 9:00am – 1:00pm
October 3
431-02
Grill Master
Enjoy the fall weather with a grill challenge and some outside games today!
October 10
431-03
October 17
LEGO to the Arboretum
We’re visiting the Morton Arboretum today to check out Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO bricks by Sean
Kenney. We’ll see 13 larger-than-life sculptures inspired by nature and built from our favorite bricks.
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Boo at the Zoo!
Take a spin on the Creepy Carosel or the Haunted Hayride. After we escape the Crazed Maze, we’ll see
what the animals are up to at Brookfield Zoo.
October 24
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Build Your Own Burrito!
Today is taco morning! We’re celebrating Day of the Dead a little early with some food, sugar skull
painting, and games!
October 31
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Pajama Jam!
Roll out of bed and come to program in your nighties! We’re celebrating early mornings with a pajama dance
and sleepover games
November 7
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Knights of the WSSRA table
We’re off to Adventure Realm where arcades, Magiquest game play, and Knights Quest laser tag
are the journey for the day!
November 14
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November 21
Turkey Bowl
It’s the season to give thanks, eat food, and celebrate football! Share some fun and food with your friends at our
football themed holiday feast.
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teens & young adults
Sunny Side Up
Now We’re Cookin’
dd, mlh, hi
DD, MLH, HI
Turn the fun up to 350 degrees at our morning cooking program!
We’ll learn to make different recipes and enjoy eating them too!
Fall back into the kitchen with WSSRA! Program participants will
enjoy making their own healthy creations and bringing recipes home.
Ages 15 ··· Fridays, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Ages 15 and older ··· Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00pm
Park District of Forest Park, Main Building
Park District of Forest Park, Main Building
round trip trans
round trip trans
trans fee: $54.45
registration #: 434
fee: $58.60
trans fee: $54.45
fee: $58.60
Show Time
Food Critics
MI, DD, AUT, MLH
MI, DD, AUT, MLH
Enjoy a night with popcorn and the big screen! In order to
minimize disturbance to other movie patrons, participants must be
able to focus on a movie for two hours with minimal breaks.
Wok and Roll with this season’s dishes at some of the most
popular Asian restaurants in town! Lively discussion about what
we liked best each week is all part of the fun. Participants must be
able to sit for a meal with minimal interruptions to others. Bring
$25 to cover your food and share of the tip.
Participants need to bring $20 for ticket and snacks.
Ages 15 and older ··· Fridays
Ages 15 and older ··· Fridays, 6:30 – 9:15pm
pick up point trans trans fee: $2.75/week
· WSSRA Office
· Cicero McDonald’s
pick up point trans trans fee: $2.75/week
· WSSRA Office
· Cicero McDonald’s
program fee: $12.75/week
activity
date
reg #
destination
date
reg #
WSSRA will notify participants
of the movie & times on the
Wednesday before the show.
October 30
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New Star Restaurant
7444 W North Ave, Elmwood Park
Sept 25
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High School Musical…The
Musical!
Take a break from the big
screen and join us for a live
stage production by the
students at West Leyden
High School. Cost of ticket
is covered with this week’s
registration fee.
November 6
6:00pm
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No Food Critics tonight
Check out Saturday Night Social
Clubs and sign up for the NEDSRA
Homecoming Dance!
Oct 2
Joy Yee Noodle
1335 S Halsted St, Chicago
Oct 9
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New China Buffet
8339 W North Ave, Melrose Park
Oct 16
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WSSRA will notify participants
of the movie & times on the
Wednesday before the show.
November 20
Panda Express
North Riverside Mall Food Court
Oct 23
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Noodles & Company
7215 Lake St, River Forest
Nov 13
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Broadway Tour
Team Up!
HI, VI, PI, MLH, DD
AUT, DD
See a live Broadway production! Participants must be able to
focus on a 2+ hour performance with minimal interruptions. This
is to minimize disturbance to other audience members.
WSSRA is pleased to partner with Community Support Services
(CSS) in its offering of the Team Up program. WSSRA provides a
fitness component once a week to individuals who are enrolled in
the program.
Ages 15 and older ··· Friday, December 18
meeting location: Barrie Recreation Center
destination: Bank of America Theatre
time: 6:15pm registration #: 481
fee: $41.00
Gotta Dance Like the
half-time performances
at sporting events?
Like musicals? Then
Gotta Dance is for you!
This Broadway bound
musical is inspired by
true events, this musical
takes you through the first-ever senior dance team
for a professional basketball team. See them make
their journey towards busting a move on center court!
Music by Emmy, Grammy, Tony, and Oscar winner
Marvin Hamlisch. Witness a true Tony Award-nominee
performances by Matthew Sklar and Nell Benjamin
who have also starred in “The Wedding Singer” and
“Legally Blonde.”
This program is grant-funded through the Community Mental
Health Board of Oak Park. Oak Park residents only.
22 and older ··· Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 – 1:30pm
dates: Ongoing now – March 2016
criteria: Participants must meet residency criteria, must
be successful socially with a 1:4 staffing ratio, and must be
independent in personal care.
to register or for more information: Contact Francisca Favela at
Community Support Services, 708.354.4547
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Looking for something fun to do during the holidays? Look no further! Sign up for some
of our Holiday Hullabaloo events! Space is limited so register today. Holiday Hullabaloo events
are open to all abilities. Participants need to bring a lunch for each event. Snacks will be provided.
Detailed information will be sent prior to the events in December.
Ages 12 - 17
time: 9:00am – 3:00pm round trip trans
activity
date
reg #
fee
Giddy Up!
We’re heading to Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest for horseback riding, hiking,
art therapy and more!
Please pack a lunch.
Monday
December 21
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$28.60
Hocus Pocus, Abracadabra
Here comes Mark Doetsch to perform a mind-blowing live magic show! See cards
be torn apart and put back together, cards jumping to the top of the deck, during
this magic themed day!
Tuesday
December 22
483-02
$28.60
Wednesday
December 23
483-03
$28.60
A Whole New World
Monday
December 28
483-04
$21.45
Crash Landing Into Splash Landing
We'll visit the indoor water park at the Glenview Park District.
Tuesday
December 29
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$28.60
Missing That Summer Sun?
Look no further than this in-house taste of summer activity filled day with “Summer in
December!”
Wednesday
December 30
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$21.45
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Ages 18 - 26
time: 9:00am – 3:00pm round trip trans
activity
date
reg #
fee
Giddy Up!
We’re heading to Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest for horseback riding, hiking,
art therapy and more!
Please pack a lunch.
Monday
December 21
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$28.60
Hocus Pocus, Abracadabra
Here comes Mark Doetsch to perform a mind-blowing live magic show! See cards
be torn apart and put back together, cards jumping to the top of the deck, during
this magic themed day!
Tuesday
December 22
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$28.60
A Whole New World
Wednesday
December 23
490-03
$21.45
Monday
December 28
490-04
$28.60
Strike Out With a 300!
Enjoy a day of pin clashing at Circle Lanes
Tuesday
December 29
490-05
$28.60
Missing That Summer Sun?
Look no further than this in-house taste of summer filled day with “Summer in
December!”
Wednesday
December 30
490-06
$21.45
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teens & young adults
Teen Scene
Urbanites
West Leyden life students
West Leyden transition students
Mondays, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Thursdays, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Students will be picked up for program at WLHS by WSSRA.
Students will be picked up for program at WLHS by WSSRA
parent pick-up after program is the wssra office at 5:00
parent pick-up after program is the wssra office at 5:00
fee: $5.00/week
fee: $5.00/week
Home only transportation is available to students who live in
WSSRA partner communities
trans fee: $3.00/week
Home only transportation is available to students who live in
WSSRA partner communities
activity
date
Last Days of Summer!
Let’s enjoy the last days of summer
outdoors! Well play water games and enjoy
the sun as summer melts away.
Sept 21
Ice Cream, You Scream!
Let’s take a break and grab some ice cream
with some friends!
activity
date
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Aye Aye Captain
Calling all Pirates! Come join us on a
scavenger hunt for some long lost treasure
at North Park!
Sept 24
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Sept 28
458-02
All a-Board!
Bring your favorite board games for some
Trivia fun! We’ll have snack available too!
Oct 1
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Head on Down to the Alley!
Come join us as we head down to the
Brunswick Zone to see who’s got the best
throw in town!
Oct 5
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Fore!
Grab your gold clubs as we hit the greens
for some glow-in-the-dark fun at the Putting
Edge! Bring extra money for arcades.
Oct 15
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Grab a Book!
We’re heading over to the Franklin Park
Library to see what’s new on the shelf, and
to research some neat topics!
Oct 19
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Spooky Halloween!
Put on your favorite Halloween costume
and join us for some spooky fun!
Oct 29
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Spooky Halloween!
Put on your favorite Halloween costume
and join us for some spooky fun!
Oct 26
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Nov 12
Shop 'Til We Drop!
Christmas is right around the corner and
you can never start shopping too early! Let’s
hit the HIP to see what we can find!
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Are You Ready for Some Football?
Football season is here and we're getting
down and dirty with some flag football!
We’ll be playing all different kinds of sports
so bundle up and come ready!
Nov 2
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We All Fall Down!
Let’s get outside and collect some leaves
as we create some crazy fall crafts!
Nov 9
Nov 16
Shop 'Til We Drop!
Christmas is right around the corner and
you can never start shopping too early! Let’s
hit the HIP to see what we can find!
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interested in joining the
saturday night fun?
Jump to the next page, we have tons of
exciting programs for ages 15 and up!
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Call the office and we'll help you get into the
right group ··· 847.455.2100
reg #
moonlighters & socialites
join the saturday night fun!
Join a club for some Saturday evening fun! We'll visit some of our favorite local attractions
with friends while focusing on enhancement of social skills. Activities planned are
intended for adults who want to venture out in the name of fun!
Call Liz at the office and we'll help you get into the right group ··· 847.455.2100
MI, AUT, DD
Ages 15 and older ··· Saturdays, 6:00-9:00pm ··· Carroll Center, Oak Park
pick-up point: WSSRA Office or Cicero McDonald’s trans fee: $2.75 per week
moonlighters reg #: 475 socialites reg #: 473
When Social Clubs are scheduled to attend sporting events, plays, concerts, etc, our return to the meeting locations is approximate.
WSSRA will remain at these events until they end. If the group is going to be more than 15 minutes late, staff will attempt to contact
families with updated information.
activity
date
reg #
fee
Octoberfest!
Join us for some fall fun in Berwyn as they host their Oktoberfest with live bands, food
September 19
475-01
$14.30
Don your best dress, suit and tie!
We’re heading to the NEDSRA Homecoming dance for a night of food, dancing, and fun with
our friends from other SRA’s.
Friday event! ··· Formal dress is recommended
Friday
October 2
475-02
$20.40
Bear Down and Gear Up!
Football season is hear time to cheer on your favorite football team, enjoy some football party
snacks, and enjoy some sports talk at our very own Football Party!
October 10
475-03
$12.25
Boo at the Zoo!
Come Join the Brookfield Zoo and celebrate Halloween with a variety of events featuring
costume contest, costume parade, treats, and holiday animal exhibits!
October 17
475-04
$14.30
Pumpkin Cravings and Carvings!
Spend an evening of pumpkin carving and we’ll be the judge for the contest!
Dress for a mess
October 24
475-05
$14.30
Get Spooked at the Spook Shed!
Enjoy a little scare or an evening of pumpkin picking, cotton candy, and harvest fun at Sonny
Acres Farm in West Chicago!
Dress for the weather ··· Bring money for food and tickets
October 31
475-06
$16.35
High School Musical…The Musical!
Join us for a live stage production by the students at West Leyden High School.
Friday
November 6
475-07
$14.30
Gobble Gobble Gobble!
It’s a Thanksgiving soiree tonight and we are the chefs! Let’s celebrate the month of thanks by
cooking up our own Thanksgiving dishes!
November 14
475-08
$16.35
Evening Wildlife Encounter!
Ever wonder what zoo animals do at night? Tonight’s the opportunity to have a party with the
animals at Lincoln Park Zoo!
November 21
475-09
$16.35
vendors, and more entertainment all located in the Historic Depot District!
Bring money for food and tickets
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hot shots & city slickers
MI, AUT, DD
Ages 15 and older ··· Saturdays, 6:00-9:00pm ··· Park District of Forest Park, Building #4
pick-up point: WSSRA Office or Cicero McDonald’s trans fee: $2.75 per week hot shots reg #: 472 city slickers reg #: 474
When Social Clubs are scheduled to attend sporting events, plays, concerts, etc, our return to the meeting locations is approximate.
WSSRA will remain at these events until they end. If the group is going to be more than 15 minutes late, staff will attempt to contact
families with updated information.
activity
date
reg #
fee
Octoberfest!
Join us for some fall fun in Berwyn as they host their Oktoberfest with live
bands, food vendors, and more entertainment all located in the Historic Depot
District!
Bring money for food and tickets
September 19
472-01
$14.30
Don your best dress, suit and tie!
We’re heading to the NEDSRA Homecoming dance for a night of food,
dancing, and fun with our friends from other SRA’s.
Friday event! ··· Formal dress is recommended
Friday
October 2
472-02
$20.40
Get Spooked at the Spook Shed!
Enjoy a little scare or an evening of pumpkin picking, cotton candy, and harvest
fun at Sonny Acres Farm in West Chicago!
Dress for the weather ··· Bring money for food and tickets
October 10
472-03
$16.35
Bear Down and Gear Up!
Football season is hear time to cheer on your favorite football team, enjoy
some football party snacks, and enjoy some sports talk at our very own
Football Party!
October 17
472-04
$12.25
Boo at the Zoo!
Come Join the Brookfield Zoo and celebrate Halloween with a variety of
events featuring costume contest, costume parade, treats, and holiday animal
exhibits!
October 24
472-05
$14.30
Remember the Gh’oul Times!
Enjoy some frightful finger foods and witches brew at tonight’s friendly good
time Halloween themed social! Don’t forget your costume for a costume
contest!
October 31
472-06
$12.25
High School Musical…The Musical!
Join us for a live stage production by the students at West Leyden High School.
Friday
November 6
472-07
$14.30
Thanksgiving Soiree!
It’s a Thanksgiving feast tonight and we are the chef’s! Let’s celebrate the
month of thanks by cooking up our own Thanksgiving dishes!
November 14
472-08
$16.35
Pumpkin Carving Contest!
Spend an evening of pumpkin carving and we’ll be the judge for the contest!
Dress for a mess
November 21
472-09
$14.30
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sports, fitness & special olympics
CrossFit
Saturday Bowling League
ALL ABILITIES
Mi, aut, dd, mh
Come join us for our new fitness program, that will involve highintensity interval training, Olympic weightlifting, plyometrics,
powerlifting, cardio, and other exercising.
We ask that the participant be able to:
· Follow multi-step direction with minimal prompting
· Remain with the group with minimal prompting
13 and older ··· Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30pm
O'Hare Cross Fit
dates: October 1 - November 12
round trip trans
trans fee: $42.35
registration #: 428
fee: $80.00
Zumba®
Sharpen your bowling skills while spending time with friends. An
adaptive ball and bowling ramp will be available.
Don’t forget to sign up for the NSSRA tournament!
Ages 13 and older ··· Saturdays, 1:00 – 3:00pm
Circle Lanes, Forest Park
pick up point trans trans fee: $24.75
· WSSRA Office
· Harwood Heights Village Hall
· Cicero McDonald’s · Elmwood Park Recreation Center
registration #: 410
fee: $79.30
NSSRA Bowling Tournament
All Abilities
Dance, dance, dance your way to a healthier you! We promise
to keep moving in this Latin and international dance fitness
program.
13 and older ··· Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:00pm
Cicero Community Center, Cicero
round trip trans
trans fee: $54.45
registration #: 426
fee: $49.65
Saturday, December 5
Brunswick Zone, Deerfield ··· 10:00am – 1:00pm
pick up points
· WSSRA Office
· Fox Park, Oak Park
registration #: 432
fee: $20.40
Healthy Start
Aqua Exercise
MLH, MI, AUT, DD
Aqua exercise is one of the best exercises for the body with
minimal gravitational pull, all muscle groups are worked out.
Workouts cover cardio and strength. While having fun in the
pool with your friends to various-upbeat music, you will also
improve your strength, flexibility, mobility, resting heart rate, and
range of motion.
All Abilities
Start your week with a healthy dose of exercise! We’ll emphasize:
· Stretching
· Flexibility
· Moderate aerobics
· Use of exercise equipment
Exercise routines will be monitored by staff to meet your
individual needs.
15 and older ··· Mondays, 8:15 – 9:00pm
21 and older ··· Mondays, 10:00 –11:30am
OPRF Girl's Pool
round trip trans
trans fee: $48.40
round trip trans
trans fee: $48.40
registration #: 448
fee: $38.10
registration #: 445
fee: $44.40
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Special Olympics
Illinois Special Olympics provides year round sports training in a variety of Olympic-type sports for individuals who are 8 years and older
and who have mental impairments or closely related developmental disabilities. The program gives athletes opportunities to develop
physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of skills and friendship with their families and other
athletes. WSSRA supports the mission of Special Olympics through the participation in the following sports:
Aquatics, Basketball, Bowling, Softball, Track & Field, Volleyball, and Gymnastics.
Criteria for Participation
Good Sportsmanship
All Special Olympic athletes must have a current, completed
We all share a responsibility in making the Special Olympics
Application for Participation in Illinois Special Olympics on
training and competition program a positive experience that
file with the Special Olympic coordinator at WSSRA. This form
promotes the growth & development of our athletes. With this
contains 4 sections:
belief, we have identified expectations for our WSSRA Athletes,
· Athlete information
Parents, & Spectators:
· Parent or Guardian Authorization & Medical Authorization
WSSRA’s Expectations of Athletes
· Health Insurance and Emergency Information
· Demonstrate respect for the rules of the sport
· Medical Clearance (MUST be completed by a physician)
· Demonstrate respect for coaches, teammates,
Applications for Participation in Illinois Special Olympics are valid
for 2 years based on the earliest signed date on the medical
application form. See page 26 for the application.
opponents, opposing coaches and officials. Failure to do
so may result in loss of playing time
· Come to practices and games ready to play with
a positive attitude.
Anyone interested in participating, starting a new sport, or
WSSRA’s Expectations of Spectators
volunteering please contact the WSSRA Special
WSSRA spectators are asked to provide positive support during
Olympic Coordinator.
practice and competition. Negative comments are incredibly
detrimental to team morale. Spectators are expected to:
· Show respect & positive support for ALL WSSRA athletes
and our opponents.
· Show respect & positive support for ALL WSSRA coaches,
opposing coaches, officials, and other spectators
· Be a role model for proper behavior and demonstrate good sportsmanship, and self-discipline.
Failure to do so will result in removal from the practice or
competition and may jeopardize your attendance
at future events.
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Stingray Swim Team
Weekly Workout
Stingray Swim Team is a training and team building
program for those who have excelled in WSSRA
swim lessons and can now swim at least one length
(25m) of the pool independently. Athletes are
pushed and challenged to continually develop
their competitive swimming skills further with our
dedicated coaches and staff. Training consists of
consecutive lap-swimming throughout the program
along with technique refinement. Stingray members
are encouraged to participate in Special Olympic
Competition, but not obligated to do so. Swim team
members are not eligible to register for WSSRA swim
lessons.
MLH, MI, AUT, DD
Don't forget to sign up for swim meets below!
Mondays, 7:00 – 8:10pm
Oak Park River Forest High School, Girl's Pool
round trip trans
trans fee: $48.40
registration #: 441
fee: $52.00
SEASPAR Swim Meet
Saturday, November 21
Downers Grove North High School
pick up points
· WSSRA Office
Finish your day with a great workout! Improve your physical
condition with:
· Exercise stations
· Weight lifting
· Low impact aerobics
13 and older ··· Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:15pm
round trip trans
trans fee: $54.45
registration #: 447
fee: $41.65
Bobcat Basketball
MI, AUT, DD
The WSSRA Bobcat Basketball philosophy emphasizes teamwork,
good sportsmanship, and giving one’s best in a safe and healthy
environment. Competitiveness will come from the game itself
and not from emphasis on the score. Players will:
· Learn the fundamentals of basketball
· Learn and play different positions
· Be a part of a team and learn the importance of teamwork
Ages 15 and older ··· Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00pm
Locations TBD
You will be notified of practice and game locations once teams
have been established.
fall practice season
fee: $15.30
September 22 – November 17
Registration Deadline: September 18
pick up point trans
· WSSRA Office
FVSRA Swim Meet
Transportation fee cannot be adjusted to a weekly basis
registration #: 499
Saturday, December 5
game season
Norris Recreation Center, St. Charles
November - February
pick up points
registration #: 499
· WSSRA Office
trans fee: $24.75
Fee: $112.20 / Program fee includes practice & game season
fee: $15.30
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older adults
Walk & Dine
don't miss a single week!
On dates that Walk & Dine doesn't meet,
Shop & Dine does! Sign up for both programs
so you don't miss any Fall fun!
Call the office and we'll help with any
questions ··· 847.455.2100
Adults PI, VI, HI, MLH
Walk or wheel your way to a healthier heart with your friends at
WSSRA! We’ll end each week with lunch at a local restaurant.
Participants must be independent in mobility. Participants will be
responsible for purchasing their own lunch.
Older adults ··· Tuesdays, 9:30am – 12:15pm
round trip trans
destination
date
reg #
Chicago Botanical Gardens
Lunch at Jimmy Johns
September 22
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Lindberg Park, Oak Park
Lunch at Panera Bread
September 29
467-02
Proksa Park, Berwyn
Lunch at Yia Yia’s
October 6
467-03
Redman Park, Bensenville
Lunch at Culver's Franklin Park
October 20
467-04
Dominican University, River Forest
Lunch at Russell’s Barbeque
October 27
467-05
Garfield Park Conservatory
Lunch at Tasty Dog
November 3
467-06
Commons Park North Riverside
Lunch at Buffalo Wild Wings
November 17
467-07
Shop & Dine
We’ll hit the stores, stock up on necessities, and end each
week with lunch. Participants must be independent in mobility.
Participants will be responsible for their purchases and lunch.
Older adults ··· Tuesday, 9:30am-12:15pm
round trip trans
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destination
date
reg #
Harlem & Irving Plaza, Norridge
Lunch at the food court
Oct 13
466-01
Rosemont Outlet Malls
Lunch at Food Court
Nov 10
466-02
older adults
Towers Social
Wildcard Wednesdays
Adults PI, VI, MLH
Join us one Friday a month for socializing, games and trivia. We’ll
enjoy coffee and a light snack while we play cards “Garbage” style.
Start your day with some card shuffling fun! Light & healthy
refreshments will be served. Sign up for the weeks that fit
your schedule!
Older adults ··· Fridays, 12:30 – 2:30pm
Franklin Towers, Franklin Park
round trip trans
program fee: FREE
date
reg #
September 18
479-01
October 23
479-02
November 20
479-03
December 11
479-04
Older Adults ··· Wednesdays, 9:30 – 12:00pm
round trip trans
date
reg #
date
reg #
September 23
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October 28
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September 30
465-02
November 4
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October 7
465-03
November 11
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October 14
465-04
November 18
465-09
October 21
465-05
Yoga for Wellness
Adults PI, VI, HI, Chronic Illness
Did you know that yoga can help improve flexibility,
balance, breathing and concentration? Plus, it can
help decrease stress and improve your mood! Join
WSSRA as we start the day with breathing exercises
and gentle stretching and yoga.
Yoga poses will be taught in a seated position in chairs.
Can’t commit to every week? That’s okay! Now you
can register based on the number of classes you want
to attend. Once you register, you will receive your
punch card in the mail. Bring your card to class with
you each time you attend. Cards will expire at the end
of December, 2015.
Older adults ··· Tuesdays, 10:00 – 11:15am
Village of Harwood Heights
Diner’s Delight
Adults PI, VI, MLH
Enjoy an evening of food, games and socializing. Sign up for a
3-week session. The first two weeks, we’ll order dinner in to the
WSSRA office and enjoy some gaming. We’ll go out to eat our
third week. Supervisor will bring dinner choices for the first week
of each session—after that—it’s up to the group to determine our
following feasts! Participants are responsible for purchasing
their own meal.
Older adults ··· Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30pm, meets at WSSRA Office
round trip trans
session one
dates: September 24, October 1 & October 8
dates: October 6 – December 29
fee: $22.95
session two
no program nov 3, nov 24, dec 1
passes
reg #
fee
10 Classes
469-01
$26.50
8 Classes
469-02
$21.20
5 Classes
469-03
$13.25
3 Classes
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$7.95
dates: October 15, October 22, & October 29
fee: $22.95
session three
dates: November 5, November 12, & November 19
fee: $22.95
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FALL 2015 REGISTRATION FORM
mail to: wssra, 2915 maple street, franklin park, il 60131 ··· fax to: 847.455.2157 ··· signed registration must be received by september 11, 2015
participant’s name:_ ______________________________________________________________________________birth date:_______________________
address:_________________________________________________________________ city/state: _ _____________ zip:_____________________________
home phone:____________________________________ park district/village:_ ____________________________________________________________
parent or guardian name:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
email address:
parent/guardian work phone:_____________________________________________ parent/guardian cell phone:______________________________
who should be contacted if parent/guardian is unavailable? name:___________________________________phone:__________________________
present school/workshop/other:_ ________________________________________ teacher/supervisor name:_________________________________
participant disability:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
does participant use wheelchair/walker? specify:____________________________ ______________________ can participant transfer? *yes *no
is participant subject to seizures? *yes *no
is medication taken at program? *yes *no
if yes, please complete and return seizure information form
list any medication:______________________________________________________________________
list any allergies:_ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
does participant have a communicable disease? *yes *no
program #
if yes, please explain:______________________________________________________
program name
day
fee
trans
program & trans
fee subtotal
total due:
Fee Payment Option ··· Please Check One ··· payment is expected at registration unless other arrangements are made
* total payment enclosed
* credit card
* visa
* total payment to follow (if faxed)
* request scholarship * payment plan arranged with bob foster
* master card
card number:
expiration date: _____ / _____
i have read the waiver release of all claims and hold harmless agreement on the reverse side and
unless i have checked no under the three authorizations, i approve them.
_________________________________________________ parent/participant/guardian signature __________________________
date
HOLD HARMLESS
RELEASE ON
REVERSE SIDE
WAIVER RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and
participating in West Suburban Special Recreation Association programs,
you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries arising out of these
programs that you or the named participant might sustain. The terms “I”,
“me” and “my” also refer to parents or guardians as well as participants in the
programs. In registering for these programs, you are agreeing as follows:
As a participant in these programs, I recognize and acknowledge that there
are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of any
injuries, damages or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating in
any manner, in any and all activities connected with or associated with such
activities and involve substantial risks of injury.
I agree to waive and relinquish any and all claims I may have as a result
of participating in these programs against the West Suburban Special
Recreation Association, any and all participating governmental units, any and
all independent contractors, officers, agents, servants and employees of the
governmental bodies and independent contractors, and any and all other
persons and entities of whatever nature that might be directly or indirectly
liable for any injuries, that I might sustain while participating in these programs.
I do hereby fully release and discharge the West Suburban Special Recreation
Association and the other released parties from any and all claims for injuries,
damages or loss, which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of
my participation in these programs.
I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless and defend, the West Suburban
Special Recreation Association and any and all other parties from any and all
claims resulting from injuries, damages and losses sustained by anyone, and
arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with my conduct and
the activities of these programs.
I further understand and agree that the terms such as “participation”, and
“activities”, referred to in this Agreement, include all exercises and physical
movements of any nature while I am participating in these programs and
further include the provision, of or failure to provide proper instructions or
supervision, the use and adjustment of any and all machinery, equipment,
and apparatus, and anything related to my use of the services, facilities, or
premises, involved in these programs, and transportation to and from events.
I understand the nature of these programs for which I am registering, and
have read and fully understand this Waiver, Release and Hold Harmless
Agreement. I further understand that any advisement or warnings of
the particular risks of these programs that I subsequently receive will be
incorporated by reference into and become a part of this Agreement.
In case of emergency, I give my permission for the participant to receive any
first aid, transportation or medical attention that may be required.
You may return this waiver and release of all claims by mail or fax. You
may mail this release to 2915 Maple St., Franklin Park, IL 60131 or send by
facsimile transmission to 847.455.2157. When forwarding by fax, it is mutually
understood that the facsimile document shall substitute for and have the same
legal effect as the original form.
to communicate with school / health care personnel*
I authorize counsellors, teachers, case workers, therapists, or physicians to communicate with WSSRA about the participant’s needs as they relate to
WSSRA’s provision of recreation services to the participant. WSSRA will keep confidential all information obtained through such communications.
 yes  no
to disclose information to wssra member partners*
WSSRA may disclose to my home park district or municipality information about the participant’s and my involvement in WSSRA programs or
activities, including our names, telephone number, address, program registrations, and the participant’s age and disability, provided that my
home park district or municipality shall not redisclose that information without my express written consent.
 yes  no
to release information for publicity purposes*
I authorize the use of photographs or descriptions of the participant or of me in publicity materials about WSSRA programs and services,
which may appear in newspapers, member partner brochures, video presentations, web sites and other similar mediums or displays.
 yes  no
*I understand that I can change my decisions regarding the statements above at any time for any reason by delivering a written notice to WSSRA, prohibiting
further disclosure information.
we welcome your input!
We invite you to share with us your program ideas and comments about our services:
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SEIZURE INFORMATION
date:____________________________
Please complete this form if the participant experiences seizures, or return a copy of your child’s seizure plan from his/her school. Please update this
form whenever there is a change in the seizure plan and submit it with your registration. You will be asked to review this once a year and provide any
necessary updates.
CONTACT INFORMATION
participant name:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
person completing form:_ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
parent/guardian:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
parent/guardian home phone:___________________________________ work:_ ___________________________cell:____________________________
emergency contact:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
emergency contact home phone:________________________________ work:_ ___________________________cell:____________________________
emergency contact relationship:__________________________________________________________________________________________________
email address:
what is the best way to communicate with you about the participant's seizure?:_ _______________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
current seizure related medication:
medication name
dosage
time of intake
1. Seizure Type (please check):
* Generalized tonic-clonic seizures (grand mal seizures) are the most common and best known type of generalized seizure. They begin
with stiffening of the limbs (the tonic phase), followed by jerking of the limbs and face (the clonic phase).
* Myoclonic seizures are rapid, brief contractions of bodily muscles, which usually occur at the same time on both sides of the body.
Occasionally, they involve one arm or a foot. People usually think of them as sudden jerks or clumsiness.
* Atonic seizures produce an abrupt loss of muscle tone. They produce head drops, loss of posture, or sudden collapse. Because they are
so abrupt, without any warning, and because the people who experience them fall with force, atonic seizures can result in injuries to the
head and face. Protective headgear is sometimes used by children and adults.
* Absence seizures (petit mal seizures) are lapses of awareness, sometimes with staring, that begin and end abruptly, lasting only a few
seconds. There is no warning and no after-effect.
* Simple partial show no loss of consciousness. Sudden jerking, sensory phenomena. Lasts about 90 seconds.
* Complex partial last about 1-2 minutes in which consciousness is impaired or lost. May have an aura. Symptoms include: Automatisms
such as lip smacking, picking at clothes, fumbling. They may be unaware of the environment and may wander. Following the seizure they
are often unaware of the seizure event and can be confused and sleepy.
* Status epilepticus If seizures are prolonged, or occur in a series, there is an increased risk of status epilepticus. The term literally means a
continuous state of seizure.
2. When was your/the participant’s last seizure? _____ /_____ /______ How long does the seizure last?______________________________________
How long was the longest seizure?_______________________________________________________________________________________________
3. Describe what a typical seizure looks like (be specific) :_____________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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4. Are you/the participant aware that they are about to have or have just had a seizure?  yes  no
5. Are there any symptoms or triggers prior to the onset of your/the participant’s seizure? (i.e. stomach pain, fear, smells, sounds, lights)
Explain: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
6. Has there been any recent change in your/the participant’s seizure pattern?  yes  no
Explain: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
7. Have you/the participant ever been hospitalized for continuous seizures? (Status epilepticus)  yes  no
Explain: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. Please list below the necessary steps you would like WSSRA to take in the event of a seizure:
1. Call 911 for a seizure over ______ minute(s). WSSRA will call 911 if a seizure lasts 5 minutes
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
9. Please describe what constitutes an emergency for you/ the participant:_ ____________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
10. Do you/the participant have a VNS (vagal nerve stimulator)?  yes  no If yes, contact WSSRA at 847.455.2100 to discuss further.
11. Is there any other information that WSSRA should know?___________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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REGISTRATION
REFUNDS
In order to participate in Fall programs, your completed AND
signed registration form must be received in the WSSRA office
by Friday, September 11. WSSRA registration is taken on a firstcome, first-served basis.
Refunds will only be issued when the registrant cannot
participate for extended medical reasons and/or hospitalization
verified by a physician.
Drop off at the
wssra office or mail to
WSSRA
2915 Maple St.
Franklin Park, IL 60131
Fax to
847.455.2157
Scan & email to
nolyh@wssra.net
Phone to:
847.455.2100
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
A phone-in registration will only hold a spot in program. A
completed AND signed registration form is still required in order
to start participation. The form can be returned to the WSSRA
office using the mail, drop-off, fax, or email options above. The
registration form MUST be received by Friday, September 11. If
your signed form is not received by this date, you will lose your
spot in any of your selected programs that have a wait list.
CLOSED PROGRAMS/WAIT LISTS
If a program closes because we have reached its maximum
enrolment, your participant will be placed on a Wait List once we
receive your completed and signed registration form. Wait Lists
are reviewed on a weekly basis. You will be notified if additional
space in the program becomes available.
WSSRA OUTREACH
If you are new to WSSRA and need assistance selecting
programs or completing your registration form, please contact
an Outreach Specialist at the WSSRA office.
PAYMENT
Payment of program fees is due upon registration unless other
arrangements have been made. Billing statements are mailed
out once a month. Call the Finance Manager to arrange for a
payment plan, Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – noon. A participant
may not register for the next season until a balance from
previous season is paid. WSSRA Program Supervisors MAY NOT
accept payment or registration forms at program.
RETURNED CHECKS
A $20.00 fee will be charged for any checks returned to WSSRA.
The $20.00, as well as the balance, will need to be paid before
registering for future programs.
SCHOLARSHIP REQUEST
WSSRA is in a position to offer scholarships to WSSRA residents
for a percentage of fees for two programs each season.
Persons requesting a scholarship must complete a scholarship
application, which will be mailed to you upon request.
Scholarship applications need to be filled out once a year. If you
are interested in a scholarship, check the box on the registration
form: Request Scholarship. All scholarship applications must be
completed and submitted to the WSSRA office.
CANCELLED PROGRAMS
· If there is low enrolment, a program may be cancelled.
·.A program refund or credit will be issued.
· .If a program is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances
. you will be contacted at the soonest possible time.
· .A program credit will not be issued for weather-related
cancellations. Programs will be made up at the end of a
season whenever possible.
· .No program credits will be issued for sports tournament
cancellations.
PARENT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
WSSRA programs are staffed according to the needs of the
participants who are registered. If your participant does not
show up to program, we will send staff home for the day. Please
help WSSRA keep programs running safely with the necessary
number of staff by making sure that your participant arrives for
program at the start time of program. Please do not drop your
participant off prior to the stated program start time. For the
safety of your participant, at drop off & pick up, be sure to make
contact with a WSSRA staff person.
When a program is scheduled to travel (i.e. Saturday nights,
outdoor adventures, etc.), The WSSRA vehicles will leave the
meeting location promptly at 5 minutes past the program’s listed
start time.
LATE PICK-UP/DROP-OFF
Please make sure that you are on time picking up your
participant from program, as well as, home to greet your
participant when the WSSRA vehicle drops them off after
program.
A $10.00 Fee will be charged for every 15 minutes, or portion
thereof, that a participant is picked up late or WSSRA vehicle is
delayed, after a 10 minute grace period. A notice will be sent to
you indicating the fee being charged to your account.
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PARTICIPANT ILLNESS
For the protection of all of the participants in program, your
participant must be kept at home or will be sent home if he/she
shows any of the following symptoms:
· A temperature over 100.3.
· Stomach ache accompanied by diarrhea or vomiting.
· Any undiagnosed rash.
· Sore or discharging eyes or ears.
· Profuse nasal discharge (green or yellow). Please keep children
with active colds at home.
· Have a highly contagious condition such as chicken pox,
measles, lice, etc.
PARTICIPANT ABSENCE
If your participant is not going to attend a program for which
you are registered, please notify the WSSRA office as soon as
possible. Make sure you leave a voice mail if you call after our
office has closed for the day.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Some participants in WSSRA programs and special events may
be carriers of infectious disease(s). Staff and volunteers have
been provided in-service training concerning proper hygienic
procedures. WSSRA seeks to provide a safe environment for all
of our participants, staff, volunteers, and the public. If you have
specific questions, please call the WSSRA executive director or
superintendent of safety & operations.
WSSRA TRANSPORTATION
Transportation by WSSRA is available for some programs and
with an additional fee. When offered, transportation information
and fees are noted in a program’s registration information in
this program guide. All riders must abide by the following
WSSRA guidelines. Failure to do so will result in suspension from
transportation. Repeat offenders will not be transported by WSSRA.
· Riders must stay in their seat with a seatbelt on at all times.
· Riders must not deface the vehicle.
· Riders must keep their hands and feet to themselves.
· Eating is not permitted on WSSRA vehicles.
· Parents or participants must notify WSSRA in regard to any change in transportation.
· Any registration received after September 11 may result in a
late program start or no transportation.
· Parents are requested to notify their child’s school on days
the child will be picked up by WSSRA.
· A participant under the age of 16 must be taken off of the
WSSRA vehicle by a responsible person over the age of 12.
CAR SEATS
Due to state legislation, car seats or boosters must be provided
for all children ages seven and under. For more information
contact the superintendent of safety & operations.
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MEDICATION
It is the parent/guardian and participant’s responsibility to
inform WSSRA of any medication a participant is taking. This
information is important in case of an emergency. Medication
information should be noted ion the registration forms, as well
as the annual information form. Any changes in medication
should be communication to WSSRA.
SEIZURES
Participants who have had a seizure must complete a seizure
information form prior to beginning programs. Please see page
31 for this form. Forms can be found on the WSSRA website,
scanned & emailed, or mailed to you. Forms need to be updated
as changes with the seizures or medication occurs.
INSURANCE
The association takes every reasonable precaution to prevent
injuries and accidents from occurring. However, if an accident
does occur or if you or your participant is injured, you are solely
responsible for any costs incurred or caused by an injury that
happens in an association program.
WAIVER OF LIABILITY
WSSRA is insured through a self-insurance pool with other
special recreation associations and park districts. Our pool is
known as the park district risk management agency (pdrma). As
a loss prevention measure, pdrma is requiring participants to
execute a release of liability for programs. The reverse side of
the registration forms contains the WSSRA waiver release form.
This must be signed and returned to the WSSRA office before a
participant can be in programs each season.
Since we do not carry medical or accident insurance for program
participants, the release of liability is necessary. The cost of such
coverage would make our program fees to high for most to
afford. Please review your personal health plan to be certain that
you and your family have coverage in instances like these.
Our objective is to offer a high-quality program at a reasonable
cost. The use of a release of liability, when appropriate, is
but one way we are trying to meet that objective. If you have
questions, call the WSSRA executive director. We appreciate
your continued involvement and support.
NON-RESIDENT POLICY
WSSRA programs are limited to people who live in the WSSRA
partner districts and villages. If you live outside of the WSSRA
communities and are interested in participating in a special
recreation program, call your park district or village recreation
department. Call the WSSRA executive director for more
information.
September 12, 2015
Concordia University Chicago
8:00am
This race is presented by the Community Bank of
Oak Park River Forest, the River Forest Park District,
Concordia University Chicago, and Fenwick High
School. The race is a 3.1 mile USATF-certified and
CARA Certified Green Race course through the
flat, tree-lined streets of River Forest
race proceeds go to benefit WSSRa
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Go to www.signmeup.com/106242 to learn more
2915 Maple Street, Franklin Park, IL 60131
P 847.455.2100 | F 847.455.2157
www.wssra.net
Sponsored by
Saturday, December 12 Reg #: 491
Fee: $15.00 - 11 years and older ··· $8.00 - 11 years and younger
Train times to be determined
Seats are limited! Only 5 tickets per family are available
Wheelchair seating is available
All children must be accompanied by an adult

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