Upcoming Events
Welcome to Adult Variety programs! We have something for nearly every interest, including Dog Training. Learn a new skill or make new friends within the DeKalb Park District community! We also offer additional Fitness Classes, Adult Athletics, Memberships, Indoor Open Walk, Open Gym, and Open Pickleball.
By signing up for programs early, you're not just securing your spot, you're also playing a crucial role in preventing cancellations and ensuring that our programs meet their minimum participant requirements. So, why not take the lead and encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to join you or spread the word in our community?
Nature Packs
Thanks to grant funds courtesy of the Meta DeKalb Data Center, the DeKalb Park District is excited to offer a new year-round Nature Pack Program!
Each themed nature pack has hands-on learning items for fun-filled outdoor adventures for families and individuals to enjoy in your local parks. For a refundable $100 CASH deposit or voidable personal check, you can reserve each pack for up to two weeks at select facilities.
Nature Pack Themes: Trees; Wildflowers; Birds; or Insects
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Check out each pack for two weeks at a time |
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Haish Gym or Hopkins Community Center |
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$100 Refundable Deposit |
Bunco Party
Ages 50+ • Fridays • Sports & Recreation Center, Conference Room
Bunco is a game played with dice and a whole lot of luck! Come on out and enjoy a fun afternoon with fun and fellowship.
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9/26 (AV125-25) |
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3:00 - 4:30 pm |
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$5 R / $6 NR per date |
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Register Here |
Bingo Bonanza
Ages 50+ • Thursdays • Sports & Recreation Center, Conference Room
Join us for an afternoon of fun, friendship, and fabulous prizes at our Bingo Bonanza—where every number called brings you closer to a win!
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Tuesday: 10/21 (AV122-25) Thursday: 8/21 (AV118-25) |
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1:00 - 2:30 pm |
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$5 R / $6 NR per date |
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Craft & Chat
Age 50+ | Saturday | Jubilee Art Gallery, 128 E. Lincoln Highway
Make and take home a beautiful craft each class while socializing with other crafters. Projects include mason jars, lanterns with pressed flowers, customized coasters, painted canvas magnets, and a painted hanging door sign. This class is hosted by Jubilee Art Gallery and led by one of their art instructors.
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9/20 - Theme: Mini Canvas Magnets (AV138-25) 9/27 - Theme: Painted Door Sign (AV141-25) |
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3:30 - 5:00 pm |
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$25 R/$31 NR |
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Chair Volleyball
Ages 50+ | Tuesday | Sports and Recreation Center, West Gym
Playing volleyball in a chair? You bet! This game follows the rules of regular volleyball with one huge exception- players can’t get out of their chairs! A beach ball replaces the regulation volleyball, the net is lower, and the game is played from a sitting position. As a bonus, there are health benefits; it can help reduce stress, boost self-esteem, and build confidence.
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10/14 (AV129-25) 11/11 (AV130-25) |
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1:00 - 2:00 pm |
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$5 R/$6 NR |
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Brush & Bloom: Watercolor for Wellbeing
Age 50+ | Saturday | Jubilee Art Gallery, 128 E. Lincoln Highway
Learn to paint with watercolors. Focus on landscape painting, still life, and pet portraits (bring a photo of your pet to the 9/20 class). Watercolor sets, paper, and paintbrushes will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own supplies. This class is hosted by Jubilee Art Gallery and led by one of their art instructors.
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9/20 - Theme: Pet Portrait (AV135-25) |
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1:30 - 3:00 pm |
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$32 R/$40 NR |
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Beginner Photography Class: Capturing the Basics
Ages 12+ | Sunday | Hopkins Park, Lower Level
Discover the art of photography in this new class designed for aspiring photographers with little to no experience. This course covers the essential skills and techniques, programs used in post-production, and will finish with a guided walk and hands-on practice. Bring your camera, a notebook and pen, and dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
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10/19 (AV120-25) |
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9:00 - 10:30 am |
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$46 R/$56 NR |
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Getting Started on Profit
Age 18+ | Tuesday/Thursday | Sports and Recreation Center and Conference Room
Is your business in need of a profit boost, or are you simply overwhelmed and unsure where to begin with financial management? This class is the perfect place to kickstart your journey toward greater profitability. Designed for beginners, this short, focused course is ideal for business owners, operators, or anyone seeking a clear, actionable path to improve their financial situation and lay the groundwork for lasting success. Class is taught by Sj Bulmer, management consultant for Bulmer Consulting LLC.
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Tuesday | 10/7 - 10/28 (AV132-25) Thursday | 9/4 - 9/25 (AV131-25) |
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6:00 - 7:00 pm |
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$100 R/$125 NR |
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Pinch Pot Basics: Get Hands-on with Clay
Age 18+ | Saturday | Jubilee Art Gallery, 128 E. Lincoln Highway
This introductory class will guide you through the classic pinch pot technique, a simple yet versatile method for creating clay forms. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class is perfect for exploring the joy of hand-building. You will create a cute kitty pinch pot that can be used as a small vase or as decoration. This class is hosted by Jubilee Art Gallery and led by one of their art instructors.
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9/20 (AV140-25) |
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11:00 am - Noon |
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$65 R/$81 NR |
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Register Here |
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Colleen Rittmeyer Knitting Instructor, Craft Yarn Council certified instructor, Upper and Lower Elementary Montessori Certified teacher, director of Barb City Homeschool Co-op
Colleen has long had a passion for teaching! She taught for three years at a private Montessori school while attending NIU for their Elementary Education program. After that, she took a break to be home with her own children, and began her homeschooling journey. Through this, she has run several homeschool programs in the community, including programming at three area libraries, and two separate homeschooling groups with over 500 combined families total. She also runs a secular homeschool co-op, teaching ages 5 through high school.
Colleen has also been knitting since the age of 8, in addition to crocheting for the past decade. She has taught this skill for years, including as a Craft Yarn Council certified instructor at Michael's and through programming at the DeKalb library. She loves seeing people learn to create with their hands and working with them to overcome any challenges they might face. |
