Events in May–July 2025
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Senior Blood Pressure Checks
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Senior Blood Pressure ChecksCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Nurse Carol will be available for consultations between 8:30-9:30 am and blood pressure checks between 9:30 - 10:30 am.
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VIP & Me Paint Party - Mother's Day
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VIP & Me Paint Party - Mother's DayCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013This painting class promotes healthy bonding between a very important person (VIP) in a child’s life and that child through creative art! Join us for a special day that will leave a lifetime of memories. VIP and child each make one painting and when hung next to each other they create one masterpiece! Includes two canvases, paint, and all materials. One registration is good for VIP and child. Register to bring an additional child for an additional $10.
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Happy Mother's Day June Cleaver!
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Happy Mother's Day June Cleaver!Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Celebrate Mother’s Day this May by stepping into the enchanting world of nostalgia as we welcome a beloved television icon, June Cleaver. She’s not just your ordinary visitor – she arrives in all her pearls, an impeccable dress and those signature heels! Through the remarkable portrayal by Michelle Gibbons, June will regale us with stories of her heartwarming role as a mother to Wally and Beaver. In a journey through time, June will also shed light on the powerful and influential mothers who have left their mark on history. Registration deadline is May 1 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
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Fishing Basics (Parent/Tot)
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Fishing Basics (Parent/Tot)Hoffman ParkW. Main StreetCary, IL 60013This class focuses on learning to cast, feeling comfortable touching and holding fish, and growing a passion for the outdoors. All equipment and bait provided.
This class meets Thursday, May 8-May 29.
Fishing Basics–
Fishing BasicsHoffman ParkW. Main StreetCary, IL 60013Spend an evening at Jaycee Park Pond learning the basics of baiting the hook, casting, and unhooking the fish. All equipment and bait provided. Participants 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
This class meets Thursday, May 8-29.
Park Board Committee MeetingPark Board Committee MeetingCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013All regularly-scheduled Board Committee Meetings are held at the Cary Park District Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary, Illinois beginning at 7:00 pm unless otherwise posted. The agenda can be found in the Park Board Meeting section or posted outside of the Community Center.
Spring/Summer Softball League Men's Recreational–
Spring/Summer Softball League Men's RecreationalLions Park1200 Silver Lake RdCary, IL 60013Get your team together and compete in a recreational softball league. Depending on the number of teams, games are played at Lions Park with game times at 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 9:00 pm. Each team will play each other twice. The number of teams registered in a particular league determines league formats. A single-elimination tournament will follow the end of the regular season.
Registration packets are available in the Athletics section at carypark.com and at the Community Center. A manager’s meeting will be scheduled on the first night of the league at the fields.
Teams must be able to make all time slots available for play; there are no requests for specific game times. This league is sanctioned by the National Softball Association (NSA). 60% of the roster must reside within the Cary Park District boundaries to receive the resident rate.
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Souper Duper Friday w/ Pay to Play Bingo
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Souper Duper Friday w/ Pay to Play BingoCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Enjoy soup plus Pay to Play Bingo the second Friday of the month at the Community Center. Bingo begins at 10:00 am; soup served at the break. Registration required. Registration deadline is one week prior to event. Sponsored by The Pointe at Eastgate.
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Adult Discover Rowing Clinics
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Adult Discover Rowing ClinicsDid you ever see a rowing shell gliding through the water and think you’d like to give it a try? Our Adult Discover Rowing Clinics are an opportunity for anyone to get an introduction to the sport of rowing. The clinic is broken into two days. Each day includes 2-hours of information, instruction, and hand-on experience.
This class meets on Saturday, May 10 from 11:00 - 1:30 pm and Sunday, May 11 from 7:00 - 9:00 am and meets at Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing, 4410 Rt. 176, Unit 14, Crystal Lake.
Pokemon Play & Trade–
Pokemon Play & TradeMake new friends and trade Pokemon cards and play a game. If you don’t have a deck, you may borrow one of ours. If you are interested in trading cards, please bring ones from your own deck. Each participant will receive two Pokemon Booster Packs to add to their collection.
This class is held at The Pieceful Project, 27 Jandus Road, Unit A, Cary.
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Community Center Closed
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Community Center ClosedCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center will be closed today.
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Naperville Passport Shopping & Lunch (Co-Op)
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Naperville Passport Shopping & Lunch (Co-Op)Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Jump on the Park District bus and head to Naperville for a fun day of hunting for deals. You will get a passport to downtown Naperville for local shops and treats. The list of participating locations will be listed closer to the trip date. If you would like a full meal, it will be self-pay. Transportation is by Park District bus. Walking is self-paced and will be moderate to extensive. Registration deadline is April 28 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
RowFit–
RowFitRowFit™ combines the low-impact and endurance benefits of exercises such as swimming with the strength and resistance benefits of weight training all in one 60-minute workout. Using Concept2 RowErgs combined with a variety of bodyweight, isometric, and weight circuits, these sessions will meet you where you are in your fitness journey. Whether you are ready to push yourself to your limits, or need to ease in more slowly, the variety of steady fat burning workouts and higher intensity strength focused workouts will give you a lot to look forward to in each 6-week session.
This class meets Monday, May 12 - June 16 at Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing, 4410 Rt. 176, Unit 14, Crystal Lake.
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Armchair Traveler
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Armchair TravelerCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Spend a few hours on an epic adventure. Experience all the sights, sounds, and culture without leaving your seat. You and your friends will enjoy a presentation on various destinations. Today we are traveling to Norwary.
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RowFit
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RowFitRowFit™ combines the low-impact and endurance benefits of exercises such as swimming with the strength and resistance benefits of weight training all in one 60-minute workout. Using Concept2 RowErgs combined with a variety of bodyweight, isometric, and weight circuits, these sessions will meet you where you are in your fitness journey. Whether you are ready to push yourself to your limits, or need to ease in more slowly, the variety of steady fat burning workouts and higher intensity strength focused workouts will give you a lot to look forward to in each 6-week session.
This class meets Wednesday, May 14 - June 18 at Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing, 4410 Rt. 176, Unit 14, Crystal Lake.
Cats at Paramount Theater (Co-Op)–
Cats at Paramount Theater (Co-Op)Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The most beloved musical in theater history brings the colorful world of Cats to the stage. Inspired by a collection of poems by T.S. Eliot, Cats, the iconic musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is a well-loved fantastical journey into the world of Jellicle Cats. The latest production explores timeless themes of identity and redemption, while keeping the unforgettable music with stirring songs like “Memory,” and “The Rum Tum Tugger.” More than 40 years since its release on Broadway, Cats enchants a new generation of audiences with its imaginative storytelling and groundbreaking theatrical flair. Light on dialog, but full of captivating dance, rousing music, and singsong poetry, the show won the Tony for Best Musical and Best Original Score. Self-pay brunch/lunch plans before we leave will be discussed and shared 2 weeks before the show. Transportation is by Park District bus. Moderate walking involved with this trip. Registration deadline is April 18 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
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RowFit
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RowFitRowFit™ combines the low-impact and endurance benefits of exercises such as swimming with the strength and resistance benefits of weight training all in one 60-minute workout. Using Concept2 RowErgs combined with a variety of bodyweight, isometric, and weight circuits, these sessions will meet you where you are in your fitness journey. Whether you are ready to push yourself to your limits, or need to ease in more slowly, the variety of steady fat burning workouts and higher intensity strength focused workouts will give you a lot to look forward to in each 6-week session.
This class meets Thursday, May 15 - June 19 at Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing, 4410 Rt. 176, Unit 14, Crystal Lake.
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Pay to Play Bingo
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Pay to Play BingoCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Join us on select Fridays of the month for Pay to Play Bingo at the Community Center. Cards are sold starting at 9:45 am. Please bring your own dauber and single dollar bills as no change will be given. Cards are $3.00 per card packet (3 cards/game, 10 games/packet) 3 packet max.
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Speed Puzzle
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Speed PuzzleCompete against other teams to finish the same 200 piece jigsaw puzzle with the fastest time declared the winner. You may register as an individual or as a team. Individuals will be paired with another participant on the day of. The team will keep the puzzle at the end of the event. Bring a new or gently used puzzle if you would like to participate in an optional puzzle swap.
This event is held at The Pieceful Puzzle, 27 Jandus Road, Unit A, Cary.
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ASL (American Sign Language) For All Ages
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ASL (American Sign Language) For All AgesPlayers experience daily scrimmages with active instruction and tips from the coaching staff. Players are encouraged to employ skills used in football such as running pass routes, play calling, defensive positioning, fundamentals of blocking, and pass coverage. These skills and others will be put to use in a “game time” environment while the players scrimmage each week.
This program runs Wednesday, May 21-June 25 for:
3-7 Year Olds at 5:00-5:45 PM
7-12 Year Olds at 6:00-6:45 PM
13 Years & Older at 7:00-8:00 PM
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Park Board MeetingPark Board Meeting
All regularly-scheduled Board Meetings are held at the Cary Park District Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary, Illinois beginning at 7:00 pm unless otherwise posted. The agenda can be found in the Park Board Meeting section or posted outside of the Community Center.
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Potluck Lunch and No Sevens
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Potluck Lunch and No SevensCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Please bring a dish to share and a $5 anti for the dice game No Sevens. Registration is required. Registration deadline is May 16. Although this event is free, registration is required.
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Community Center Holiday Hours
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Community Center Holiday HoursCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center hours for this weekend are:
Saturday, May 24: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday, May 25: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Community Center Holiday Hours
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Community Center Holiday HoursCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center hours for this weekend are:
Saturday, May 24: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday, May 25: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Community Center Holiday Hours
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Community Center Holiday HoursCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center hours for this weekend are:
Saturday, May 24: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday, May 25: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Lunch-Out Group
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Lunch-Out GroupCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Join us for good food and great socialization at area restaurants. Participants will order off the menu and self-pay. Reservations are for 11:45 am. Transportation by Park District bus is available for $5 (n/r $6), and leaves the Community Center at 11:15 am. Return time is approximate. Advanced registration is required for all participants whether riding the bus or driving yourself. The registration deadline is one week prior to the event date and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Restaurant: Bob Chinn's in Wheeling (12:15 pm reservation)
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Sand Bar & Island Grill
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Sand Bar & Island GrillCommunity Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Located in Twin Lakes, WI on the shore of Lake Elizabeth, Sand Bar & Island Grill brings a little bit of a tropical vibe to the Midwest. The atmosphere, attitude, and menu will transport you to coastal Florida paradise. Lunch is self-pay. Transportation is by Park District bus. Minimal walking involved on this trip. Registration deadline is May 23 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
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Summer Kick Off at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center
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Summer Kick Off at Sunburst Bay Aquatic CenterSunburst Bay Aquatic Center1201 First StreetCary, IL 60013Get out your tropical shirt and grass skirt to kick off your summer in the Oasis Room at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center. Enjoy a lunch of bratwurst, cheeseburgers, and chicken patties plus potato salad, macaroni salad, and an ice cream sundae for dessert. Afterwards play 8-game bingo. Registration deadline is May 23 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
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Adult Discover Rowing Clinics
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Adult Discover Rowing ClinicsDid you ever see a rowing shell gliding through the water and think you’d like to give it a try? Our Adult Discover Rowing Clinics are an opportunity for anyone to get an introduction to the sport of rowing. The clinic is broken into two days. Each day includes 2-hours of information, instruction, and hand-on experience.
This class meets on Saturday, June 7 from 9:00 - 11:30 am and Sunday, June 8 from 7:00 - 9:00 am and meets at Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing, 4410 Rt. 176, Unit 14, Crystal Lake.
