The week's events
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Twos on their Own
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Twos on their Own
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013This program provides the opportunity for children to experience independence in a small and supportive setting. Through songs, stories, crafts, and free play, children will learn socialization, independence, and early cognitive skills.
The program will be held on Tuesdays, April 2 - May 21 between 9:15-10:30 am.
Outdoor Explorers–
Outdoor Explorers
Meet at one of Cary’s parks each week to learn about what lives and grows in our beautiful surrounding land. Enjoy hands-on activities, easy walks, and expert lessons. Participants will create pieces of art, play games, and more each week incorporating what they have learned. If your child loves to be outside getting their hands dirty and having fun, this program is for you! Participants must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver each week. Some spaces may not be stroller friendly. Locations will be emailed prior to the start of the program.
This program will be held on Tuesdays, April 4 - April 30. Location will vary each week.
Dramatic Debut–
Dramatic Debut
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Let your imagination run wild with the world of drama and develop self-awareness, self-confidence, creativity, and group cooperation. This action-packed program explores drama through movement, imagination, group games, and story playing. Using puppets and props children practice and perform classic children’s stories. Learn to be “characters” and be comfortable pretending in class.
The program will be held on Tuesdays, April 2 - April 23 between 4:00-4:45 pm.
Dramatic Expression–
Dramatic Expression
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013This program introduces acting and beginning script reading through short plays and group games. Children develop verbal and physical acting skills, group coordination, and self-confidence in this fast-paced fun environment.
The program will be held on Tuesdays, April 2 - April 23 between 5:00-5:45 pm.
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Little Sprouts
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Little Sprouts
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013In a small school setting, your child has a social environment to support developmentally appropriate activities for the individual as well as group. This program provides hands-on experiences such as math, art, music, manipulatives and dramatic play to enhance your child’s independence through learning. Register for one or both days!
The program will be held on Wednesdays, April 3 - May 20 between 9:15 - 11:00am.
Art Studio for Kids–
Art Studio for Kids
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013In each session, children are guided through a captivating project using various artistic mediums. Or, they may independently pursue their own imagination endeavors at dedicated workstations.
Milkweed & Monarch Butterflies–
Milkweed & Monarch Butterflies
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013These insects, which used to be seen by hundreds all over the Midwest, have lost over 80% of their population in the last decade. Monarchs are now labeled as endangered. Learn about why they are such special insects, how to bring them into your yard, and how to protect them for future generations.
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Twos on their Own
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Twos on their Own
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013This program provides the opportunity for children to experience independence in a small and supportive setting. Through songs, stories, crafts, and free play, children will learn socialization, independence, and early cognitive skills.
The program will be held on Thursdays, April 4 - May 23 between 9:15-10:30 am.
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Day-Off School Program - Main Event
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Day-Off School Program - Main Event
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Today, we will head to Main Event in Hoffman Estates and participate in an hour each of bowling and arcade games and have pizza for lunch! We will be off site from 9:15 am-2:00 pm. Please note: The pizza lunch includes 2 slices of pizza per person and a drink. Please send an alternative/sack lunch if your child does not eat pizza. Each child will receive a 1 hour game card. All children will need to have socks for bowling.
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Ninja Warriors
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Ninja Warriors
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Leap, hop, skip, and run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement based class will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. We will also play group games to further challenge Ninja skills. Parents or caregiver participation required for the Adult/Tot Ninja Warriors class.
Adult/Tot Ninja Warriors (Ages 3-4 years with parent/caregiver)
The program will be held on Mondays, April 15 - May 20 between 5:00-5:30 pm. R/NR Fee: $70/$105Mini Ninja Warriors (Ages 5-6 years)
The program will be held on Mondays, April 15 - May 20 between 5:45-6:30 pm. R/NR Fee: $75/$113Summer 2024 Resident Registration Begins–
Summer 2024 Resident Registration Begins
Registration is available online at carypark.com and at the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road in Cary.
Chess Scholars–
Chess Scholars
Community Center255 Briargate RoadCary, IL 60013Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children’s motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. This session will be held at Lake in the Hills Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate, LITH.
The program will be held on Mondays, April 8 - May 13 between 6:30-7:30 pm.