Upcoming Events
Welcome to Adult Variety programs! We have something for nearly every interest.
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.
Be sure to check out every tab to see all of our current offerings!
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 • 3:00 - 4:00 PM
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.
Resident: $5.00 | Non-resident: $6.00
Register Below:
| February 27 | Register Here |
| March 27 | Register Here |
| April 24 | Register Here |
Bingo Bonanza
Ages 50+
Tuesdays • 1:00 - 3:30 PM
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!
Resident: $5.00 | Non-resident: $6.00
Register Below:
| February 17 | Register Here |
| March 17 | Register Here |
| April 21 | Register Here |
Chair Volleyball
Ages 50+
Tuesday • 1:00 - 2:00 PM
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.
Resident: $5.00 | Non-resident: $6.00
Register Below:
| February 10 | Register Here |
| March 10 | Register Here |
| April 14 | Register Here |
Business Basics: 60-Minute Workshops for Small Business Owners and Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Age 18+
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Sports and Recreation Center, Conference Room
The following workshops are designed as standalone, 60-minute educational sessions for small businesses owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Each session is focused on providing practical, actionable insights and includes a valuable handout that allows attendees to apply what they've learned directly to their businesses. Class is taught by Sj Bulmer, management consultant for Bulmer Consulting LLC.
Resident: $30.00 | Non-resident: $38.00
See workshop descriptions and dates below:
Understanding Financial Statements
Demystify your financial statements. The session provides a straightforward look at how to read and interpret your Income Statement and Balance Sheet to gain crucial insights into your business's performance.
You will learn the basic components of an Income Statement and Balance Sheet, what key figures represent, and how to spot initial trends in your business's financial health.
| Tuesday, February 24 | Register Here |
Customer Service Excellence: Building Loyalty
Happy customers are loyal customers! This session focuses on foundational principals of excellent customer service that can differentiate your business and build a strong, recurring client base.
You will learn the impact of customer experience on your bottom line, simple techniques for improving customer interactions, and how to turn satisfied customers into advocates.
| Wednesday, March 18 | Register Here |
Managing Risk: Protecting Your Business
Identify common business risks and learn simple strategies to protect your company. This workshop offers a practical overview of proactive measures to safeguard your assets and operations.
You will learn how to identify potential risks (financial, operational, reputational), basic risk mitigation techniques, and why a proactive approach is crucial for business continuity.
| Wednesday, April 22 | Register Here |
Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners: Adult Adventurer's League
Ages 18+
Sundays • Noon - 3:00 PM
Sports and Recreation Center, Conference Room
Resident: $25 | Non-resident: $31
Step into the world of Dungeons & Dragons with confidence! This program is designed for new players who want to learn the game in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment. Guided by an experienced Dungeon Master with over 10 years of experience, you’ll be taught the basics of gameplay while enjoying engaging adventures each session. The program is structured as a "Drop In and Drop Out" series, so you can join as many, or as few, sessions as you like. Each week features a self-contained adventure with a “monster of the week” style, ensuring no one ever falls out of sync with the story. Perfect for newcomers, this program emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and the excitement of tabletop role-playing!
Requirements:
- A Laptop, Tablet, or Smartphone with internet access
- A web browser to participate in gameplay
Light refreshments and all other materials are provided!
Register Below:
| March 15 | Register Here |
| April 12 | Register Here |
