General


Magic Class

Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session!

Class Code Age Dates Time Day Location Res/Non Min/Max Classes
311301A 5-12 9/16 - 9/16 6:45-7:40pm Thur LPD Community Center $17/$21 5/35 1
311301B 5-12 11/05 - 11/05 6:45-7:40pm Fri Lake Villa - TBD $17/$21 5/35 1

Mad Science

Mad Science is back with one of our most popular course systems. Some of the spectacular, hands-on science program topics we will explore include: Magnetic Magic, Sonic Sounds, Lights/Color/Action, and lots more. Each young Mad Scientist will be making some great take home projects too, including a sonic horn, a magnet lab, a periscope, and more. All materials are included.

Instructor Mad Science of Northern IL
Class Code Age Dates Time Day Location Res/Non Min/Max Classes
311514A 1st-2nd 9/28 - 11/16 4:30-5:30pm Thur Community Center $104/$114 10/16 8
311514B 3rd-5th 9/30 - 11/18 4:30-5:30pm Thur Community Center $104/$114 10/16 8

Checkmate Chess

Learn how to win at chess! No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. Both new and returning participants are welcome and will get to the next level under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. Each class will consist of a fun interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Also, chess has been proved to enhance children’s motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess!

Age 5-12 years
Location Community Center
Session Oct. 12 - Nov. 16
Day Tuesdays
Time 6:30-7:30pm
Instructor Chess Scholars
Fee $75/$82
Min/Max 6/10
Code 312701A

Best Defense Safety Skills & Self-Defense for Kids

Is your child ready to handle scary situations with confidence? Recognizing, avoiding and escaping from dangerous people and situations, with 25+ discussion topics, and 25 simple, practical, self-defense maneuvers. This class is taught in a fun, non-threatening way by a certified instructor. Parents are welcome to observe for free. For more information: BestDefenseIllinois.com. Class may be repeated at ½ regular fee!

Age 6-13 years
Location Community Center
Session Nov. 2, 9, 16
Day Tuesdays
Time 5:15-6:30pm
Instructor Roz Lavine, Certified Instructor Best Defense of IL
Fee $52/$59
Min/Max 10/30
Code 311520A