This program is an introduction to yoga. Learn the basic terminology, poses, and techniques. This is a good prerequisite before starting a yoga program.
Ages: Adults
Kundalini Yoga is held 12:00 - 1:15 pm
Yoga for Weight Loss is held 1:30 - 2:45 pm
R/NR Fee: $18/$27 per session [more]
Hayrides, pony rides, a petting zoo, pumpking patch, crafts, and lots more are in store for a great day at Lions Park. Bring your family and have some fun!
$8 per child 3 years old & under
$4 per child 1 - 2 years
FREE for children under 1 year and for adults
Purchase your tickets at the event [more]
Explore Long Grove shops and enjoy lunch at the Long Grove Cafe, which will consist of your choice from the sandwich or salad menu plus beverages. Following lunch, the Pastry Chef from Long Grove's Sweet Whimsy bakery will demonstrate proper frosting and slicing techniques. Everyone will receive a 3-inch cake for hands-on instruction on piping and fondant application.
Fee includes lunch, bakery demonstration, and transportation by Park District bus. Transportation leaves from and returns to the Senior Center. Return time is approximate. Registration deadline is September 3.
Ages: Seniors
R/NR Fee: $46/$51 [more]
This is your ticket to fun! Join your friends for an afternoon and evening of food, fun, and movies on the big screen! Watch movies, play games, make dinner, and enjoy trivia contests! A variety of popular, age appropriate, movies will be shown.
Please register by September 10 to avoid cancellation.
Grades 5th - 8th
R/NR Fee: $19/$28 [more]
Do you buy a variety of cookbooks but still struggle to put a meal on the table? Learn to cook budget-friendly meals for the entire family. Enhance your weekly menues with some favorite recipes from popular chefs and cookbooks. An adult must accompany children and the price is per person.
Ages: 8 years - Adults
R/NR Fee: $16/$24 [more]
Experience the joy of cooking up yummy treats and snacks. Children will become more helpful and confident in the kitchen by learning measuring and mixing techniques, cleanliness, how to read a recipe, and clean-up strategies. Keep all the goodies to make and the recipes to share.
Theme: Fall Fiesta
Ages 6 - 8 years meets from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Ages 8 - 11 years meets from 5:50 - 6:50 pm
R/NR Fee: $11/$17 [more]
This fall partake on the Great Pizza Debate. Visit four pizza restaurants in four months and decide which one is best!
Today, travel by Park District bus to Lou Malnoti's. Lunch is off the menu and self-pay. Fee includes transportation.
R/NR Fee: $8/$9 (includes transportation) [more]
Learn the basics of wine in a fun environment. Learn what to look for in terms of color, smell and taste, plus regions, how to read labels, the benefits of wine, and simple food pairings to impress your guests. By the end of the course you will be able to choose the wine for your special occassion with ease.
Ages: Adults
Choose from 4:00 - 6:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm
R/NR Fee: $25/$38 per session [more]
Spend a fun-filled day with your friends competing against each other at H2Paintball. Experience the ultimate in paintball excitement on 10 acreas where the fields include the Docks, the Playground, Speedball, the Zone, and the Amazon.
Please wear loose fitting clothes, a long-sleeved shirt, and pants. All participants will be furnished with equipment and a limited amount of paintballs. Please bring extra money for paintball, other equipment rental, food, and drinks. We will stop for dinner ont he way home. A signed waiver must be completed in advance. Transportation leaves from and returns to the Community Center. Registration deadline is September 18.
Ages 10 - 13 years
R/NR Fee: $50/$75 [more]
Come and listen to some great local bands! Four bands will have the opportunity to play a 30-minute set and showcase their talents. Support your favorite band or find a new favorite! Once you enter the event, re-entry is prohibited. Pre-register to guarantee a spot. Admission the night of depends on availability.
If your band is interested in playing, a completed Band Bash entry form must be submitted. Entry forms will be available on the Park District website, www.carypark.com beginning September 1. Priority will be given to bands within the Cary Park District boundaries.
Grades 6th - 12th
R/NR Fee: $5/$8 [more]
Learn how to use oil to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Oils can be used for relaxation, to energize, and relieve headaches, muscle aches, and more. Come sample oils and learn how they can benefit your life.
Ages: Adults
R/NR Fee: $18/$27 [more]
Do you buy a variety of cookbooks but still struggle to put a meal on the table? Learn to cook budget-friendly meals for the entire family. Enhance your weekly menues with some favorite recipes from popular chefs and cookbooks. An adult must accompany children and the price is per person.
Ages: 8 years - Adults
R/NR Fee: $16/$24 [more]
This fall partake on the Great Pizza Debate. Visit four pizza restaurants in four months and decide which one is best!
Today, travel by Park District bus to Uno. Lunch is off the menu and self-pay. Transportation leaves from and returns to the Senior Center.
R/NR Fee: $8/$9 (includes transportation) [more]
Learn the basics of wine in a fun environment. Learn what to look for in terms of color, smell and taste, plus regions, how to read labels, the benefits of wine, and simple food pairings to impress your guests. By the end of the course you will be able to choose the wine for your special occassion with ease.
Ages: Adults
Choose from 10:00 am - Noon and 7:00 - 9:00 pm
R/NR Fee: $25/$38 per session [more]
Experience the joy of cooking! Children will become more helpful and confident in the kitchen as they learn to read a recipe, measuring and mixing techniques, and how to keep the preparation and work space clean. Keep all the goodies you make and the recipes to share.
Theme: Ghoulish Grub
Ages 6 - 8 years meets from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Ages 8 - 11 years meets from 5:50 - 6:50 pm
R/NR Fee: $11/$17 [more]
Join us at this beautiful facility featuring an array of brickwork, terrazzo floors and decorative iron. The Armory was build in 1930 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This location sets the stage fro our luncheon and show in the night-club style dining room.
Enjoy the romantic comedy, "The Wedding Singer" with Robbie Hart, New Jersey's favorite wedding singer. He's the life of the party until his own fiance leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own.
Lunch will consist of a choice of entrees, beverage, and dessert. Fee includes transportation by Park District bus, performance, and lunch. Return time is approximate. Registration deadline is September 17.
Ages: Seniors
R/NR Fee: $79/$87 [more]
This course provides the information and skills necessary for safe and responsible childcare in the absence of parents or guardians. This training will help participants develop skills in five critical areas: leadership, safety and safe play, basic care, first aid, and professionalism. American Red Cross Babysitters Training Course and Basic First Aid cards will be awarded upon successful completion of this course. Participants should bring a drink, snack, and baby doll or stuffed animal to each session.
Ages 11 - 15 years
The two day class meets on Saturday, October 23 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm and Sunday, October 24 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.
R/NR Fee: $65/$98 [more]
Halloween Extravaganza has it all! This walk through program includes games, crafts, prizes, and more! Parents, please join your children as they dress up for this "spooktacular" afternoon. Registration required.
Ages 2 - 7 years with parent
R/NR Fee: $6/$9 per child; adults are FREE.
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Share in the fun of this spookatcular season with Halloween crafts, songs, a story, and more! Come in costume if you like.
Ages 3 - 5 years
R/NR Fee: $10/$15 [more]
Are you ready to be scared? Grab your friends and join other teens on a tour of local haunted houses or hayrides. Exact locations and times will be determined closer to the event. The fee includes admission to the attractions, transportation, and chaperones! Bring additional money for food. Transportation leaves from and returns to the Community Center.
Grades 7th - 9th
R/NR Fee: $33/$50
Register by October 17 to avoid cancellation. [more]