2019-WINTER RECREATION GUIDE

YOUTH INTEREST

TEEN PROGRAMS

The Birches Assisted Living Free! The Birches provide their residents with the necessary resources to live a physically, mentally, and socially active life, so they can remain healthy, strong and vibrant at any age. There are many events the facility schedules that provide recreation opportunities for the residents. Volunteering for one of these events allows you to make a difference in the lives of these residents as well as have fun in the process! An additional perk is the community service hours that will be fulfilled in the process. Come out, have a great time and make a difference! Drop off and pick up takes place at The Birches Assisted Living 215 55th St., Clarendon Hills. Age: 12-17 Min/Max: 3/3 Location: The Birches, Clarendon Hills Class # Date Day Time 146009-01 1/21 M 10:00-11:30am

Feed My Starving Children

Teen Photography Class This class is for beginners

This non-profit organization is dedicated to feeding children around the world in over 70 countries. Teens will volunteer and hand-pack meals to be sent to malnourished children. Fee includes transportation and supervision. Trip departs/returns from Lisle Park District 1925 Ohio St. Age: 12-17

interested in digital photography. You will have fun learning about photography and your cameras while learning to take better photos and shoot photos with basic composition skills. You must bring a digital camera (any kind is appropriate). Program meets at Darien Park District, 7301 Fairview Ave., Darien. Age: 13-17 Min/Max: 1/3 R/NR: $25/$30 Location: Darien Park District Instructor: Mike Smith Class # Date Day Time 146012-01 4/6 SA 9:00am-12:00pm

Min/Max: 1/2 R/NR: $8/$16

Location: Lisle Park District Class # Date Day Time 146008-01 3/13 W 5:15-8:00pm

Free Practice your new skills following the Boot Camp! TEEN JOB FAIR WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20 7:00-8:00PM DARIEN PARK DISTRICT    7301 FAIRVIEW AVE.

Interview & Application BOOT CAMP

Want a great summer job? You’re not alone-in fact, you’re competing against hundreds of other teens for only a handful of available jobs. Learn the most common mistakes made during the job search and how to avoid making them. Gain valuable knowledge on how to prepare an effective application and resume. Learn how social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are used by employers to find out about you before you even get an interview. Taught by Recreation Professionals from surrounding park districts with experience hiring young staff, this class can help set you apart from your competition and land the job you want. Pizza will be provided. Age: 12-22 Min/Max: 2/10 R/NR: $15/$20 Location: Darien Park District, 7301 Fairview Ave. Class # Date Day Time 146006-01 2/20 W 5:30-7:00pm

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