Events in August–October 2024
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Splash Pad Storytime
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Splash Pad Storytime
Kaper ParkCool off with the Cary Area Public Library for a Splash Pad Storytime at Kaper Park. The storytime will feature stories, rhymes, music, and movement followed by the Splash Pad opening at 10:00 am. Registration is not required.
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Art Camp - Drawing & Painting
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Art Camp - Drawing & Painting
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Explore a variety of painting and drawing techniques focused on summer fun!
This program will be held Monday - Thursday, August 5 - 8 between 9:00-11:00 am.
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Tiny Tots Camp
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Tiny Tots Camp
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Are you looking for a camp-like experience for your little one? This mini-camp for toddlers provides hands-on games, crafts, and activities that will fill the morning. In a supportive environment your child will gain independence, experience socialization with peers, and have fun.
The program will be held on Tuesday - Thursday, August 6 - 8 between 9:00-11:00 am.
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Fishing Basics
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Fishing Basics
Jaycee ParkSpend an evening at Jaycee Park Pond with your child in this brand new parent/child fishing class! This class will teach you and your child the basics of casting, unhooking fish, and baiting the hook. All equipment, supplies, and bait will be provided. No experience necessary. Only one registration is required per family.
This program will be held on Thursdays, August 8 - 29 between 6:00-6:45 pm.
Fishing Basics 101–
Fishing Basics 101
Jaycee ParkEnjoy an evening with friends on the water in this brand new class! This class will teach you the basics of casting, unhooking fish, and baiting the hook. All equipment, supplies, and bait will be provided. No experience necessary.
This program will be held on Thursdays, August 8 - 29 between 6:00-7:00 pm.
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Forest Bathing Walk
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Forest Bathing Walk
Sands E. Main Street PrairieEast Main Street, east of Decker DriveTake part in a slow, mindful walk that will help you awaken your senses and connect with nature. There are plenty of benefits to immersing yourself in nature through a forest therapy walk (also called forest bathing). You can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, boost immunity, and increase feelings of calm and gratitude. Walks are not strenuous and cover less than half a mile. Participants will be guided through a series of gentle invitations to slow down, be present, and explore nature through the senses. The program will finish with a “forest tea” featuring tea made from locally harvested plants. Each walk will be different, so feel free to join more than one!
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Zoom Spanish for Kids
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Zoom Spanish for Kids
Join us right from your living room as we explore new cultures and learn the Spanish language via the interactive Zoom platform! Each session covers new material taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
Ages 3-6 years
The program will be held on Mondays, August 12 - September 2 between 5:00-5:45 pm OR Thursdays, August 15 - September 5 between 5:00-5:45 pm.Ages 7-11 years
The program will be held on Mondays, August 12 - September 2 between 6:00-6:45 pm OR Thursdays, August 15 - September 5 between 6:15-7:00 pm.Zoom French for Kids–
Zoom French for Kids
Join us right from your living room as we explore new cultures and learn the French language via the interactive Zoom platform! Each session covers new material taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
The program will be held on Mondays, August 12 - September 2 between 6:00-6:45 pm via Zoom.
Zoom French for Adults–
Zoom French for Adults
Join us right from your living room as we explore new cultures and learn the French language via the interactive Zoom platform! Each session covers new material taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
The program will be held on Mondays, August 12 - September 2 between 7:00-8:00 pm via Zoom.
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American Sign Language - Mom/Dad & Me
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American Sign Language - Mom/Dad & Me
Interested in learning the basics of American Sign Language or communicating with your young child through signing? Join us from the comfort and convenience of your living room as you learn to sign in a fun, interactive, and lively environment. Each session covers new material. Class is taught live on the Zoom platform by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
Ages 9 months-3 years with parent/caregiver
The program will be held on Tuesdays, August 13 - September 3 between 5:00-5:30 pm.Ages 3-6 years with parent/caregiver
The program will be held on Tuesdays, August 13 - September 3 between 5:45-6:25 pm.Zoom Spanish for AdultsSee Available Times
Zoom Spanish for Adults
Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, but never had the opportunity. Now is the time! In this live virtual class you will learn conversational Spanish in the comfort of your home that you can immediately begin using. This class is tailored to the needs of the students enrolled. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
This program will be held on Tuesdays, August 13 - September 3 between 10:00-11:00 am OR Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 6:00-7:00 pm.
Zoom Spanish for Middle SchoolersSee Available Times
Zoom Spanish for Middle Schoolers
Join us right from your living room as we explore new cultures and learn the Spanish language via the interactive Zoom platform! Each session covers new material taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
The program will be held on Tuesdays, August 13 - September 3 between 11:15 am-Noon OR 7:00-7:45 pm.
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American Sign Language - Learn to Sign
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American Sign Language - Learn to Sign
Interested in learning the basics of American Sign Language or communicating with your young child through signing? Join us from the comfort and convenience of your living room as you learn to sign in a fun, interactive, and lively environment. Each session covers new material. Class is taught live on the Zoom platform by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
Ages 7-11 years
The program will be held on Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 5:00-5:45 pm via Zoom.Ages 12-18 years
The program will be held on Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 6:00-6:45 pm via Zoom.Ages 18 & older
The program will be held on Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 7:00-8:00 pm via Zoom.Zoom Italian for KidsSee Available Times
Zoom Italian for Kids
Join us right from your living room as we explore new cultures and learn the Italian language via the interactive Zoom platform! Each session covers new material taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
Ages 3-6 years
The program will be held on Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 5:00-5:45 pm.Ages 7-11 years
The program will be held on Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 6:00-6:45 pm.Zoom Italian for Adults–
Zoom Italian for Adults
Join us right from your living room as we explore new cultures and learn the Italian language via the interactive Zoom platform! Each session covers new material. taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before the first class.
The program will be held on Wednesdays, August 14 - September 4 between 7:00-8:00 pm.
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Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden Tour
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Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden Tour
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Join us as we set out to St. Charles for a group tour of Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden. After the museum, we will enjoy a self-pay lunch. The registration fee includes transportation by Park District bus and the museum and garden entry fee. Walking is self-paced. Registration deadline is August 2 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Splash Pad Storytime–
Splash Pad Storytime
Kaper ParkCool off with the Cary Area Public Library for a Splash Pad Storytime at Kaper Park. The storytime will feature stories, rhymes, music, and movement followed by the Splash Pad opening at 10:00 am. Registration is not required.
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Exterminating A.N.T.S. Off Your Picnic of Life - Kids Life Coaching Lab
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Exterminating A.N.T.S. Off Your Picnic of Life - Kids Life Coaching Lab
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Nobody wants ants at their picnic! We also don’t want A.N.T.S. (Automatic Negative Thought System) in our day-to-day life. When we are anxious or sad in life, negative thoughts tend to crawl into our mind. This workshop will teach how to flip A.N.T.S. off your party of life and proceed with a positive outlook into the school year. Dramatizations and highly motivating group games such as “Spritz It”, “Flip-a-Roni”, and “Balloon Bust”, facilitated by a life coach, will make this class memorable, meaningful, hilarious, and social. Themed souvenirs help reinforce the concepts from workshop to home. This is a co-op program with Crystal Lake Park District and the Lake in the Hills Recreation Department.
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Lunch Out Group
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Lunch Out Group
Join us for lunch and great socializing at area restaurants. Today we will be dining at Super China Buffet in Schaumburg. Participants will order off the menu and self-pay. You may drive on your own or take the Park District bus for $5 for Cary Park District residents or $6 for non-residents. The bus leaves at 11:15 am from the Community Center.
Advanced registration is required for all participants whether riding the bus or driving yourself. Registration is accepted online and at the Community Center. Registration deadline is August 13 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
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Let's Go to the Moon - Lunch & Bingo
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Let's Go to the Moon - Lunch & Bingo
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Enjoy a meal, entertainment, games, and activities. The registration deadline is one week in advance of the event date. Refunds will not be issued after the deadline. More information about parties can be found in the bi-monthly senior newsletter.
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Community Garage Sale
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Community Garage Sale
Cary Grove ParkCary, IL847-639-6100Clean your closets, basement, and garage! Sell your unwanted or no longer needed belongings alongside your friends, neighbors, and others from all over the community. This is the perfect event for college students, people that live in apartments and townhomes, or those that don’t have enough items or time for a weekend-long garage sale. Each registered seller will have one parking space to display and sell items. A detailed letter will be emailed to all registered sellers. Seller setup is between 8:00-9:00 am, and takedown is between 12:00-1:00 pm.
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Fall Softball League - Men's Recreational
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Fall Softball League - Men's Recreational
Lions 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. Post season playoffs are planned for the league. The league will start Thursday, August 29.
Registration packets are available here 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.
*Non-resident fee determined when roster is selected
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Bunco & Potluck
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Bunco & Potluck
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Enjoy entertainment, games, and activities. Please bring a dish to share. The registration deadline is one week in advance of the event date. Refunds will not be issued after the deadline. More information about parties can be found in the bi-monthly senior newsletter.
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Community Center Hours
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Community Center Hours
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center will be open 7:00 am - 12:00 pm.
VIP & Me Paint Party–
VIP & Me Paint Party
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Piggy Painting
This 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 only $10 more!
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Community Center Hours
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Community Center Hours
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center will be open 7:00 am - 12:00 pm.
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Community Center Hours
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Community Center Hours
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013The Community Center will be open 7:00 am - 12:00 pm.