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KIDS KORNER

MOTHER GOOSE

 ages 2-3 without Parent

Mother Goose, Dr. Seuss, and Storybooks on the Loose is the perfect way to introduce your child to a preschool setting. Focus

of the class is to introduce children to the preschool classroom setting.  Class time includes circle time with songs, a story,

and of course, lots of time for socialization and play! BR, WB

Instructor Barb Slade, Diane Turner
Day Friday
Time 9:30-10:30 am
Location BRCC
Max 10 per class
Fee  $48 ($53)4 week session
Code Dates
KK1-4 May 2, 9, 16, 23

 

Too Much Fun

Ages 2-3 with parent


Socialization/Preschool Prep Class Thursdays at BRCC


Too Much Fun was developed to prepare your toddler for preschool in the Fall. Each week we will work to

enhance fine and gross motor skills development as we play games, do crafts, read books and have a snack. BR
 

Day Thursday
Time 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Location BRCC
Min/Max 5/14 per class
Fee $36 ($41)
TMF 1-1 June 12, 19, 26
TMF1-2 July 10, 17, 24
TMF 1-3 August 7, 14, 21
Instructor Kristin Violante
 
Happy Feet

Ages 10 months - 2 years with parent

Gross motor skills development

You and your child will do simple stretching exercises to upbeat, fun music. Bring your stroller or wagon for a walk

afterwards around beautiful Harvester Park, followed by a stop at the playground for even more fun. BR
 

Day Tuesday
Time 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Location BRCC
Instructor Kristin Violante
Fee $25 ($28) per session
HF1 June 10, 17, 24
HF2 July 8, 15, 22
HF3 July 29, August 5, 12
Min/Max 5/12

 

Busy Hands

Ages 1-2 with parent

Gross motor skills development

Each week we will work to enhance gross motor skills development as we play and do crafts related to a

theme based on familiar nursery rhymes and books. BR
 

Day Tuesday
Time 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Location BRCC
BH1 June 10,17, 24
BH2 July 8, 15, 22
BH3 July 29, August 5, 12
Min/Max 5/14
Fee $18($23) per session
Instructors Kristin Violante
 

PlayStation

 

Ages 2-4 with parent
 

Learning through creative play
 

Go on a learning adventure! These special one-day classes will capture your child’s imagination. Each theme-based
 

adventure will also include a snack, craft, story, games and activities that will engage your child in creative play. BR
 

Day Monday
Time 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location BRCC
KK3-1 The Backyardigans Pirate Adventure, July 21
KK3-2 Dora the Explorer in Search of Berries, August 4
KK3-3 Handy Manny Making Repairs, August 18
Min/Max 3/12
Fee $10 ($12) per class
Instructors Kristin Violante
 

 

Parents’ Night Out

Ages 3-10

Date Night for Adults . . .Pizza, Popcorn & a Movie for Kids

Let us make your date night easier by easing your mind about childcare. We will play games, do crafts, eat pizza

and wind down with a movie – G rated of course. Experienced adults and responsible teenagers will lead this

program. All kids must be  potty trained. Parents may pick up their child(ren) anytime before 10pm. BR
 

Day Friday, May 16, Saturday, July 12
Time 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Code SE13-2 May 16
Code SE13-3 July 12
Instructor Kristin Violante
Fee $20($15 for each additional child) per night
Min/Max 5/12
Location BRCC

 

Tie Dye T-Shirts

Ages 7-14

Create your own tie-dye T-shirt. The program includes instruction, all supplies and T-shirt. Don't forget to

wear your bathing suit so you can take a swim. Please specify T-shirt size on registration form. BR

Day Wednesday, July 9
Time 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Code SE15
Instructor Park Staff
Fee $20 ($25)
Min/Max 8/48
Location Woods Pool

 

Bumper Bowling

Ages 5-10
Try something different this summer!

During this one hour time "frame," each player will enjoy the friendly indoor atmosphere of Willowbrook

Lanes (located on Plainfield Road, east of Rt. 83). Bumper bowling gives kids an opportunity to be successful at

bowling  without the ol' gutter ball. Rental shoes are included in the fee. Participants are asked to bring their

appetite for a pizza party on the final day.  BR, WB
 

Day Tuesdays
Time 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Code YS5
Date June 10 - July 22, No class July 1
Fee $80 ($85)
Min/Max 10/20
Location Willowbrook Lanes
Instructor Park Staff

 

Magic Tricks

Ages 5-11

All materials provided and a magic kit to keep You’ll love this magic class because you’re going to amaze

your family and friends with amazing magic abilities. The tricks will look extremely difficult to your audience,

but you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided and you take

your magic kit home. BR
 

Day July 24
Time 4:00 - 4:55 p.m.
Location BRCC
Fee $16 ($21) per session
Code YL10-1
Min/Max 5/40
Instructor Magic Team of Gary Kantor

 

Village of Willowbrook Summer Activities

630-323-8215

Register at Village of Willowbrook for these classes.

What Lives in a Park

Ages 4-6 with parent

Wednesday, August 6

10:30am – 12:30pm

Willowbrook Community Park

Join us for a fun-filled educational morning in the park. A picnic lunch of hot dogs, chips and juice

boxes included. Call for fees. BR, WB, CS
 

Fishing Derby

Ages 5-14

Saturday, June 28 at Willow Pond

10:00am – 12:00pm Register by June 23

We provide rods to the first 20 who enroll, bait, snacks and cold drinks included. Kids fish on their own or with parent

assistance. Prizes will be awarded. BR, WB, CS

Fees $9 per child Min 12

Fishing Birthday Parties Available
Family Fishing Day & Cook Out

Call for information

 

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