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Tot Time, class 1
ages 18 months-3 years
Leave the mess at the park district! Parents and their toddlers share in a variety of songs, games, and art activities.
Jr. High Self-Defense Workshop
ages 11-14 years
This class will teach teens two aspects of personal safety: awareness and protection.
Chemistry Class, ages 4-6
ages 4-6 years
Children will create chemical changes, explore color and turn liquids into solids as they create volcanoes, crystals, density bottles and more.
Chemistry Class, ages 7-9
ages 7-9 years
Children will create chemical changes, explore color and turn liquids into solids as they create volcanoes, crystals, density bottles and more.
Little Nature Nuts, class 1
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Turtles.
Little Nature Nuts, class 7
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Turtles.
Little Nature Nuts, class 2
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Tracks.
Little Nature Nuts, class 8
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Tracks.
Women’s Self-Defense Workshop, Level 1
age 15 years and up
Learn ways to defend yourself as you go about your daily schedule of work, school and errands through basic prevention and physical skills learned in this class.
Little Nature Nuts, class 4
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Antlers.
Little Nature Nuts, class 10
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Antlers.
Crochet 101 and Advanced Stitching
age 12 years and up
Students will learn everything from basic tools and how to hold the hook, to how to create simple scarves, a beautiful afghan or a granny square blanket. For experienced crafters, more advanced stitching will be offered.
Women’s Self-Defense Workshop, Level 2
age 15 years and up
Learn ways to defend yourself as you go about your daily schedule of work, school and errands through basic prevention and physical skills learned in this class.
Tot Time, class 2
ages 18 months-3 years
Leave the mess at the park district! Parents and their toddlers share in a variety of songs, games, and art activities.
Sing and Sign
ages 1–2½ years
Children learn sign language and socialization skills through play and song in this interactive class for children and parents.
Little Nature Nuts, class 3
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Turkeys.
Little Nature Nuts, class 9
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Turkeys.
Little Nature Nuts, class 5
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Bats.
Little Nature Nuts, class 11
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Bats.
Little Nature Nuts, class 6
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Coyotes.
Little Nature Nuts, class 12
ages 2-5 years
Parents and their toddlers participate together in a variety of activities that take place outside at Johnson Hills Park. Class theme: Coyotes.
Princess Tea Party
ages 3½–5 years
All princesses are welcome to join the RecPlex kingdom for a memorable time that includes a special visit from a princess, pretend tea, treats and dancing.
Guitar Class, ages 8-11 years
Students will learn the basics while playing both modern and classic songs. Classes are appropriate for beginners and those with some previous experience. Students must bring a six-string acoustic guitar or an electric guitar with an amplifier.
Guitar Class, ages 12-15 years
Students will learn the basics while playing both modern and classic songs. Classes are appropriate for beginners and those with some previous experience. Students must bring a six-string acoustic guitar or an electric guitar with an amplifier.
Guitar Class, ages 16 & up
Students will learn the basics while playing both modern and classic songs. Classes are appropriate for beginners and those with some previous experience. Students must bring a six-string acoustic guitar or an electric guitar with an amplifier.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Star Glazers: Family Pottery
age 5 years and up
Make cherished holiday gifts with the family while learning with clay! New projects are offered this session.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
Preschool Open Gym
age 4 years and under
Parents and their preschoolers can get out and burn off steam during this unstructured playtime. Parents must remain on-site and supervise their children at all times.
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