Kids Programs
Interact with other expecting or new moms and share your joys, concerns, and struggles this new change in life presents at our Preparing For Birth and The Baby Bunch classes! Our prenatal educator and birth doula will guide you and provide topics of discussion. Feel comfortable in this supportive atmosphere and discover new friendships.
In our next Youth Theatre adventure, take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas-Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr.! Register by January 3 to be a part of this magical production.
Your child will fall in love with science this winter with hands-on, winter-themed science experiments at Cool Experience/Ment on January 22!
Do your kiddos…or yourself…want to be more creative in 2020? Our Cultural Arts program has new ceramics, performing arts, dance, and visual art classes starting in January!
Special Events
Break out your favorite party outfit and your best tennies for a night of fun to benefit the Champaign Park District Jimmy John’s Youth Scholarship Program! In addition to helping our community grow, every ticket purchased will be placed in a raffle to win 4 tickets to see ANY show at the Virginia Theatre in 2020 (must be present to win). Read more about how helping kids can be so much fun!
Moms, we’ve extended the deadline for 80s Prom Night with Mom until Thursday, January 2! So bust out your shoulder pads and Aqua Net for a rockin’ good time on January 10!
The 1950s are back, so grease that hair and grab your kids and saddle shoes, Happy Days are here again at Shake, Rattle, and Roll with Dad on February 7! Deadline to register is January 25.
Do you think you’ve got what it takes to endure a 5K in the middle of a cold Illinois winter? Bundle up because we’ve got just the race for you-Frozen 5K on January 18! Read all about this challenging winter race and see if you’re tough enough for the Frozen 5K. Register by January 6 to secure your race swag.
Mundane lunch got you down? Bring your lunch and stop on by Springer Cultural Center on January 17th for this month’s free Bach’s Lunch concert-John McMahon! Learn more about Bach’s Lunch and how to order lunch through Michael’s Catering on the Bach’s Lunch page.
50 Plus!
Think your chili is best in town? Put it to the test at the 50 Plus! Chili Cook-Off on January 17! Cook up a pot of your delicious chili and let the judges decide. There will be plenty of chili to go around, so bring your appetite!
Refresh yourself on driving safety at Rules of the Road free drop-in class on January 8 at Hays Recreation Center. There is NO driving test given at this class and it will not affect your insurance rate.
Health is the new wealth and we want all our 50 Plus participants to be rich beyond their needs. 50 Plus! is where you can stay active and fit! Chair Exercises, Walk This Way walking group, Cardio Workouts, and more will help you reach those 2020 goals no matter what your age!
Join us for Lunch Bunch on January 8 at the local favorite Original House of Pancakes!
Sign up in the senior binder at Hays Recreation Center or call 217-239-1152
We’re going to enjoy a yummy Ham & Beans lunch, then break out the bingo cards at Lunch & Bingo on January 24! Please bring a side dish to share and 2 prizes to keep the bingo game going.
Please sign up in the senior binder at Hays Recreation Center or call 217-239-1152.
Join us for delicious food and lively conversation at Supper Club Nights on January 29 at Urbana Garden!
Call 217-398-2572 the Monday before to sign up.
More
Let’s make 2020 the year you achieve your fitness goals! Leonhard Recreation Center and Springer Cultural Center are ready to help you make that happen with our group fitness classes. Deadlines are approaching fast so register today!
Our facilities will be closed Wednesday, January 1 on New Years Day and Monday, January 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Without your help, our special events, sports teams, performances at Virginia Theatre, and more would not be possible. Sign up to volunteer today!
Pool together your summer plans, now! Sholem Aquatic Center Pool Passes are on sale beginning January 6!
| Donation Amount | Program Information | Jimmy John's Scholarship | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | Cool Experience/Ment-$10 | covers 50% of registration fee | A young child can experience science experiments first-hand and enhance critical thinking skills all while socializing with their friends and making new ones. |
| $10 | Youth Soccer League 2 Team Jerseys-$12/each | cover 50% of jersey cost (in addition to registration fee) | Parent is able to afford program fee and additional fees associated with the program. Child is able to be physically active, learn how to follow rules, listen to a coach and fellow teammates, build relationships and teamwork, and gain confidence and self-esteem. |
| $25 | 80's Prom Night with Mom- $26/ticket | covers 50% of child's ticket price | Mother of 2 can afford to bring both children to program. |
| $50 | Youth Theatre presents Disney's The Jungle Book Kids-$100 | covers 50% of registration fee | Child can build confidence/self-esteem, gain public speaking skills, nutrish creativity in a safe/welcoming space, and be able to perform on stage with their friends. |
| $100 | Leonhard Recreation Center Afterschool Program-$200/month | covers 50% of registration fee | Child can have a safe & welcoming place to go afterschool giving peace of mind to parent &/or caregivers for an entire month. |
A new year means more indoor tennis programs at Dodds Tennis Center! Make sure to check out our upcoming tournaments, clinics, leagues, and more in our Winter/Spring Explore! guide.
Our programs are made possible by donations from our community. Go beyond and donate today!
