Fall 2024 Play Book

Fall 2024

YOUR PLACE to Play!

REGISTRATION DATES Resident: AUG 6 at 8:30am Non-Resident: AUG 8 at 8:30am #PLAYOSWEGOLAND

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WELCOME

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Where to Find Us Phone Number: 630.554.1010 Website: oswegolandparkdistrict.org Facilities: Boulder Point Zero Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery, IL 60538

Purpose Statement Adopted - March 15, 2018

Fox Bend Golf Course 3516 Route 34, Oswego, IL 60543 630.554.3939 Little White School Museum 72 Polk Street, Oswego, IL 60543 630.554.2999 Winrock Pool 21 Winrock Road, Montgomery, IL 60538

Civic Center & Aquatic Park 5 Ashlawn Avenue, Montgomery, IL 60538

“We Create Opportunities for a Healthy Community”

South Point 810 Preston Lane, Oswego, IL 60543

Values Adopted - March 15, 2018 Integrity: True, honest ambassadors of the public trust Collaboration: Working together to accomplish a common goal Innovation: Empowering staff to create and lead our community

Ways to Register

ONLINE Register online for almost any class, program, or event. Visit bit.ly/playoswegoland to get started. CALL US Call us at 630.554.1010. Annual Waivers are required for phone-in registration.

MAIL Oswegoland Park District, Registration, 5 Ashlawn Ave, Montgomery IL 60538

Board of Commissioners

IN PERSON Available at Boulder Point or Civic Center. Call 630.554.1010 for office hours.

Download an Annual Waiver at bit.ly/registeroswegoland .

Dave Behrens, President Bob Ijams, Vice President Sandy Tartol Holly Wiggins Danielle Wilson

We’re Interactive! Click code number to register online!

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PLAY OSWEGOLAND FIND YOUR PLACE TO

EVENTS 6-9

Park Foundation . . . . . . . . . . 45 Park Information . . . . . . . . . . 44 Registration . . . . . . . . . . .46-47 SpecialEvents . . . . . . . . . . .6-9 FVSRA (Special Rec) . . . . . . . . 42 StaffDirectory. . . . . . . . . . . 46 Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Volunteers . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Youth Interests . . . . . . . . . 13-14 Youth Sports . . . . . . . . . . 28-30

AdultSports............34 Basketball.............33 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-23 Early Childhood . . . . . . . . . 10-12 Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-41 FloorHockey. . . . . . . . . . . .33 GolfCourse. . . . . . . . . . . .43 Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . .24-27 Limelight Theatre . . . . . . . . 16-17 Little White School Museum . . . . . 18 MartialArts............34

FALL RECITAL 19

BASKETBALL 33

Register early! Resident registration begins Tuesday, August 6. Due to costs associated with preparing for your program, refund requests and transfers must be made at least 3 business days prior to the program start date. Unless noted otherwise. Refund requests made at least 3 days prior to the program start date will be credited to your account. If you request the refund be issued to a credit card or as a check, a $5 service fee per program will be charged. Need accommodations? We partner with the Fox Valley Special Recreation Association (FVSRA) to provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Resident Registration Tue, Aug 6 • 8:30am Non-Resident Registration Thu, Aug 8 • 8:30am

REGISTRATION

REMINDERS

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PLACE TO PLAY IMPROVING YOUR

Hudson Crossing Park 65 N Harrison Street, Oswego Playground Renovation Project

Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce, Principal Partner Restoration 1 of Fox Valley Euclid Beverage FNBO Groot Waste Management Alden of Waterford Digi-Talk, A Beep Leopardo Meijer Mosquito Joe SD308

AmericInn by Wyndham Oswego Brian and Sons Heating and Air Conditioning Curran Contracting Company, Inc. Fox River Academy of Music and Art Earthmover Credit Union Genoa Concessions Larson Engineering, Inc N.M. Tripp Insurance Agency, Inc. Old National Bank Old Second Bank River Heights Veterinary Hospital Village Grind Coffee & Tea Co Waubonsee Community College Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni, and Krafthefer D Construction Comcast Cordogan, Clark, and Associates Dan Koukol and Family

Oswego Ledger Old Second Bank Village of Oswego WCCQ Weblinx Incorporated WSPY FM 107.1 95.9 The River 98.3 WCCQ Graceful Therapy, PLLC

Premier Mailing & Printing Professional Manufacturers Representative, Inc Rotary Club of Oswego Utility Dynamics Corporation

OSWEGO BREW BRIDGE

CRAFT BEER | SPIRITS | COCKTAIL SODAS | LIVE MUSIC | FOOD SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 1:00 - 7:00 PM | HUDSON CROSSING PARK

Souvenir Tasting Glass Four 4 oz Tastes Tasting Package

• $25 through September 6 • $30 September 7-20 • $35 Event Day Registration

$2 Additional 4oz Tastes

What’s New with Brew? • Spirits & Cocktail Sodas • Early Bird Registration Cowboy Co.The Country Music Show 4:00 - 7:00pm

Brew at the Bridge brewatthebridge.com

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Oswego Country Market Shop local with plenty of choices to buy fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty foods like baked goods & honey, and handmade items in our outdoor, open-air market. (JE) June 2 - September 29 ● Sundays, 9:00am-1:00pm Downtown, Oswego Puzzle Palooza - Adult Edition Teams of 2-4 individuals will race against each other and see who can put together their puzzle first. Each team will be given 2.5 hours to put together a 500 piece puzzle they get to keep. Bring your own adult beverage and snacks and enjoy evening of puzzling fun! The first place team will receive a prize. Only one member needs to register. (JE) Age: 21 and up ● Little White School Museum 27838 Aug 23 Fri 6:00-8:30pm $40(R)/$50(N)

Fall Carnival Labor Day Weekend will bring the Windy City Carnival back to town. Close out your summer with one last thrill ride. The midway and all the rides will be coming to Prairie Point Community Park to cap off your summer season. (ZD)

Oswego Brew at the Bridge It’s a shady and beautiful afternoon at Hudson Cross ing Park, perfect for artisan sampling of beer, seltzer, cider, and spirits. Your Starter Pack which includes your age-verified wristband, commemorative Oswego Brew tasting vessel, and, new in 2024, four 4 oz taster tickets. There will also be three Home Brew samples available to guests from 1:00– 4:00pm or until supplies last. Choose your glass! Additional taster tickets are available for $2 at the Park. Oswego Brew is held rain or shine. There are no refunds issued. You are also welcome to purchase your Oswego Brew at the Bridge tickets on the day of the event. Pre-registration closes

Prairie Point Community Park Friday, August 30 ● 5-10pm Saturday, August 31 ● 1-10pm Sunday, September 1 ● 1-10pm Jewelry Making

at midnight, Friday, September 20. (ZD) Age: 21 and up ● Hudson Crossing Park 27936 Sep 21 Sat 1:00-7:00pm Through September 6 ● $25 September 7 – September 20 ● $30 Event Day Registration ● $35 Home Brew Contest Entry

Have you ever wanted to make your own jewelry? In this 1-hour class we will learn how to make stunning herringbone and beaded earrings that everyone will envy! (JE) Age: 16 and up ● Little White School Museum 28642 Sep 10 Tue 6:00-7:00pm $25(R)/$30(N) Terri Jacobs Family Bingo Night Join us for an exciting night of Family Bingo! We will play multiple rounds of bingo and the winners will receive a prize! Bring your friends, family, and your own snacks! Registration is per person. (JE) All Ages ● Civic Center 28574 Sep 27 Fri 5:00-6:30pm $10(R)/$12(N)

We are hosting a Home Brew Contest that will be held on Friday, September 20. Any home brewers (whether they are affiliated with a club or not) are invited to submit their brews for feedback from a panels of pro brewers and experienced judges. Visit brewatthebridge.com for full contest details. (JE) Age: 21 and up ● Fox Bend Golf Course 27939 Sep 20 Fri 3:00-6:00pm $6(R)/(N)

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Kids Go Wild Fort Building The Little Rascals have nothing on these builders! Kids Go Wild will head to Waa Kee Sha to build forts using wood, hammers, nails, blankets, and duct tape. Kids should bring a hammer, safety glasses, and a snack. (ES) Age: 7 - 14 ● Waa Kee Sha Park 27913 Oct 2 Wed 4:15-6:15pm $20(R)/$35(N) Fishing with Dad Kids, bring your dad as we try our hand at fishing, cook a delicious outdoor breakfast, and spend a terrific morning together. Oswego’s Fishin’ Fools club will supply the poles, bait, and assistance. If you register by Thursday, September 12th we will have a cozy sweatshirt for each fisherman! Class fee is per person; Sip & Succulent Whether you have a green thumb or looking for a new hobby join us under the Fox Bend Tent for an evening of fun! We will provide all the materials including a succulent, pot, paint, decorative and elements. A glass of wine is included. Registration deadline is Wednes day, October 2. (JE) Age: 21 and up ● Fox Bend Golf Course 27938 Oct 8 Tue 6:30-8:00pm $39(R)/$45(N) everyone must register. (ZD) All Ages ● Chesterfield Park 27912 Oct 5 Sat 9:00-11:00am $30(R)/$45(N)

Halloween House Decorating Whether you like tricks or treats, we want to see your best Halloween House Decorating this fall. Register by 10/21 for your house to be included. Park District staff will visit each home between 6-9pm on 10/23 to evaluate. Decorators will need to submit pictures of the decor that will be posted on Facebook. The two Hallo-winners will be the Most Spooktacular (as evaluated on by staff) and the People’s Choice (voted for via Facebook until noon on 10/28). Winners will be announced on 10/28 and will receive a yard sign and gift card. Maps to all participating homes will be provided online for families to take a drive to see them in person. This contest is open to residents only. (JE) All Ages 28679 Oct 23 Wed 6:00-9:00pm $5(R) Monster Mash Bash There’s a frightening amount of things to do at this year’s Bash! Crafts, candy games and more wear your Halloween costume, and join the fun at Oswego High School. Pre-register for $6 or pay $9 at the door. Regis tration is per child. Adults are free. Registration closes Thursday, October 24. (JE) All Ages ● Oswego High School 27915 Oct 26 Sat 2:00-4:00pm $6(R)/(N) Radio Play: Midnite Movie Double Feature Terror abounds in this double feature of classic Vin cent Price horrors performed as a Radio Play by the Limelight Theatre Company. (BB) Little White School Museum Saturday, October 26 ● 7:00pm Tickets: $10 for Adults, $8 for Students/Seniors $2 more at the door

Oswegoland Barrel Nights Barrel Nights is back on the greens of the Fox Bend Golf Course. This autumn’s line up features Whiskey and small plates. Savor five unique whiskeys paired with amuse-bouche bites, all that can be enjoyed lo cally. Enjoy a beautiful night in the outdoor pavilion. Sip something that warms you matched with flavors that will fill you. Reserve your spot today. (JE) Age: 21 and up ● Fox Bend Golf Course 27937 Nov 14 Thu 7:00-8:00pm $35(R)/$50(N) Fall Play: The Two Dr. Drakes Trouble in the big city! A few of its most celebrated artists have gone missing, and the reporters at The Morning Post and the police are on the case. At the very top of the list of suspects are a pair of sister scientists, Doctors Vivian and Martha Drake, whose experiments lead some to call them mad. Laughs and scares abound in this show, inspired by 1940s horror films (BB) Bednarcik Jr. High Fri, Nov 15 & Sat, Nov 16 ● 7:00pm Tickets: $10 for Adults, $8 for Students/Seniors $2 more at the door No School NERF Battle Enjoy your day off with a NERF battle! Bring your friends and NERF guns for a day of battle in our gym! Goggles must be worn and will be will be provided. Bring your own NERF gun and we will provide ammo. (ES) Age: 5 - 8 ● Boulder Point 28553 Nov 27 Wed 3:15-4:00pm $15(R)/(N)

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Holidays Oswegoland IN

Santa on the Line Christmas is just around the corner, and Santa has set aside some special time to talk with the children of the Oswegoland area! He wants to hear how your child’s year has been, all of their Christmas wishes, and, most of all, to spread Christmas cheer. If your child would like to hear from Santa, all you have to do is fill out the quick survey that will be emailed to you after registering for this special event. Santa will give you a ring between 6:00-8:00pm on Wednesday, December 17. Registration for this event closes on December 12. Confirmation emails with the survey will be emailed out on December 13. Surveys must be completed no later than December 15, or you will not receive your call. Each child who is going to be speaking with Santa needs to be registered. (JE) All Ages 28649 Dec 17 Tue 6:00-8:00pm $6(R)/$9(N) Holiday Radio Play: A Christmas Carol Ebenezer Scrooge is a cynical old curmudgeon with little patience for holiday cheer all around him during the Christmas season. After a Christmas Eve visit from several ghosts, Scrooge must confront his own beliefs and isolationism and discover for himself the true meaning of the holidays. (BB) Little White School Museum Fri, Dec 20 & Sat, Dec 21 ● 7:00pm Tickets: $10 for Adults, $8 for Students/Seniors $2 more at the door Happy Noon Year Ring in the NOON year with this family friendly event where kids of all ages can enjoy New Year’s Eve! Burn off some energy playing in the gym, make a party favor, or grab a snack. This NOON year will be complete with a countdown and balloon drop at noon. Each person attending must register. (JE) All Ages ● Boulder Point 28648 Dec 31 Tue 10:00am-12:00pm $15(R)/$25(N)

Gingerbread Drink & Decorate Take a gingerbread break this holiday season. Leave the kids at home for this adult only evening of candy coated creative exterior decorating. Each registration includes a complimentary “holiday spirit”. Fee is per person and includes a gingerbread house and decora tions. (JE) Age: 21 and up ● Fox Valley Winery 28645 Dec 3 Tue 6:30-8:30pm $29(R)/$39(N) 28646 Dec 5 Thu 6:30-8:30pm $29(R)/$39(N) 28647 Dec 11 Wed 6:30-8:30pm $29(R)/$39(N) Oswego Country Market – Holiday Market Spend a wintery Saturday morning doing a favorite summer activity – visiting the Oswego Country Market. Head downtown to visit some of your favorite vendors at the charming Little White School Museum. (JE) Little White School Museum Saturday, December 7 ● 9:00am–12:00pm Watercolor Holiday Card Let’s get creative for the holidays by painting a beauti ful holiday card! You can scan your finished card, and then send it to your favorite print service so you can share it with friends and loved ones! (JE) Age: 21 and up ● Little White School Museum 28577 Dec 8 Sun 10:00-11:30am $25(R)/$30(N) Terri Jacobs

Oswego Holiday Express Join us for a beloved holiday tradition! Dress in your coziest pajamas and warmest clothes, and embark on a magical journey to the top of the world. Mrs. Claus will welcome you, you’ll savor hot cocoa from the Vil lage Grind, and you’ll have the chance to meet Santa! Registration is required for all participants, from Grandma to the baby. Holiday shuttles depart every 20 minutes during your registered session. Please note, there are no refunds for the event after December 1. Wheelchair-accessible shuttles are available only on

Friday evenings. (ZD) All Ages ● South Point 27917 Dec 13

Fri 4:30-6:00pm Fri 6:00-7:30pm Sat 2:00-3:30pm Sat 4:00-5:30pm Sat 6:00-7:30pm Sun 2:00-3:30pm Sun 4:00-5:30pm Sun 6:00-7:30pm

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27918 Dec 13 28586 Dec 14 27920 Dec 14 27921 Dec 14 27916 Dec 15 27922 Dec 15 27923 Dec 15

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Saw Wee Kee Fall Showdown Test your skills on the park you know best. Bikers will compete to see who can have the fastest course times. This event is for experienced riders. Bikers will choose a wave time between 9am-1pm. During their one hour slot, bikers will compete once in two different courses. Medals will be awarded to the top male and female fin ishers on each course and by overall time. Race entry includes a long sleeve technical shirt and a bib-timed entry. Spots are limited. All participants registered by September 2 are guaranteed a shirt. Register online at bit.ly/SWKshow24 (ZD) Saturday, September 14 ● 9:00am Through September 2: $35 September 3-13: $35 Saw Wee Kee Fall Trail Run The soft path, with its twists and turns, ups and downs, makes for a great all natural run whether the weather makes it a muddy mess, or a fragrant wild flower filled dash. Runners are bib-timed and sent in every few minutes. Each race features different courses and different gear! Attend each race and receive a piece to the 2024 medal! Register online at bit.ly/SWK series24 (ZD) 12 & up Saturday, October 19 ● 3:00pm ● $30

Kids Triathlon Kids are filled with the energy to swim, bike, and run to the finish line. Coordinated in partnership with the School District’s Physical Education teachers, 3rd through 8th graders compete in this non-continuously timed event consisting of a 100m swim, a 3 mile bike ride, and a ½ mile run (7/8 graders will run 1 mile). While awards are given to the fastest in each division, the real winners are all the spirited students who bolt from the start and head towards every finish. Everyone receives a t-shirt and finisher medal. Park District ath letic events are non-refundable. Registration deadline is September 19. Register online bit.ly/Kidstri24 (ZD) Sunday, September 29 ● 9:00am

Gobbler Hobbler 10K & Mashed Potato Mile Since 1985, we’ve celebrated Fall with a scenic 10K run down the Fox River and through beautiful downtown Oswego! The chip-timed course begins and ends at Fox Chase Elementary School. Runners registered by 10/31 are guaranteed a hooded sweatshirt. Athletes are invited to enjoy Gobbler Hobbler’s famous compli mentary walking pancakes after the run. There are no refunds for athletic events. Register online bit.ly/gobhob24 (ZD)

Fox Chase Elementary School Sunday, November 10 ● 8:30am

Gobbler Hobbler 10K Through July 31 ● $35

Individual (Grades 3-8) Through September 2: $25 September 3-19: $30 Team (Grades 3-6) Through September 2: $75 September 3-19: $90

August 1 – September 2 ● $40 September 3 – October 31 ● $45 November 1 – November 12 ● $50 Mashed Potato Mile Through October 31 ● $30 November 1 - November 9 ● $35

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Art is...Magic In this unique art class, children will create works of art and see the magic in each masterpiece. This class lets children explore different ways to create art and magic together! (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● Boulder Point 28578 Sep 20-Oct 25 Fri 12:30-2:00pm $65(R)/$75(N) Barkadoodle Art Hop, pounce or bark your way into the unique, vibrant creations of pets and puppies. In this class, children will explore projects inspired by innovative artists and pets. These colorful pets will soar into your hearts and homes as you have a PET-tastic time experimenting

How to Catch a... In this 6 week class, children will explore the following 6 books. Each week they will read the book, do an art project themed to that book, make a food item themed to that book and come up with a plan on how they can catch that special animal. (KC) Week 1: How to Catch a Mamasaurus

I Am Two-Preschool Fun! Discover shapes and colors through art and craft activities, stories, songs and more! Class is designed to help children become acclimated to a preschool class room and assist them in becoming more independent without parent. Tots, please wear your play clothes, we’re going to get messy! Children must be two years old by the first day of class.. Students don’t need to be toilet trained, but a parent/caregiver must be available (in the building or by phone) to change their child if necessary. (KC) Age: 2 - 3 ● Boulder Point 28029 Sep 20-Oct 25 Fri 9:30-11:00am $60(R)/$70(N) 28030 Nov 1-Dec 13 Fri 9:30-11:00am $60(R)/$70(N) Just the Two of Us Children and adult will enjoy preschool activities together. The class is for those littles that are not old enough or not yet ready to be in class alone. This engaging class is fantastic. Kids and their adult will enjoy weekly art and craft activities, group playtime, circle time, and more! Fee is per child, but an adult

Week 2: How to Catch a Mermaid Week 3: How to Catch a Monster Week 4: How to Catch a Dinosaur Week 5: How to Catch a Dragon Week 6: How to Catch a Unicorn Age: 3 - 5 ● South Point 28575 Sep 19-Oct 24 Thu 12:30-2:00pm

$65(R)/$75(N)

with all kinds of art. (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● South Point 28518 Sep 16-Oct 21 Mon 12:30-2:00pm Age: 3 - 5 ● Civic Center 28576 Oct 31-Dec 12 Thu 12:30-2:00pm

How to Catch a... In this 7 week class, children will explore the following 7 books. Each week they will read the book, do an art project themed to that book, make a food item themed to that book and come up with a plan on how they can

$60(R)/$70(N)

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catch that special animal. (KC) Week 1: How to Catch a Witch Week 2: How to Catch a Mermaid Week 3: How to Catch a Monster Week 4: How to Catch a Dinosaur Week 5: How to Catch a Turkey Week 6: How to Catch a Dragon Week 7: How to Catch a Unicorn Age: 3 - 5 ● South Point 28519 Oct 28-Dec 9 Mon 12:30-2:00pm

must accompany the child. (KC) Age: 1 ½ - 2 ½ ● Boulder Point 28031 Sep 19-Oct 24 Thu 9:30-10:30am 28500 Oct 31-Dec 12 Thu 9:30-10:30am Age: 1 ½ - 2 ½ ● South Point 28027 Sep 20-Oct 25 Fri 9:30-10:30am 28028 Nov 1-Dec 13 Fri 9:30-10:30am

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Little Bitty Book Club Does your child love books? In this class, the teacher will read a new book each week and theme each class to that book. Children will answer those important questions of who, what, where and why. They will create a project and journal each week that is centered around the book. (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● Boulder Point 28579 Nov 1-Dec 13 Fri 12:30-2:00pm $75(R)/$85(N) Lunch Box Club Join us for fun, food, and friends! Children will spend time participating in large group movement activities and eat lunch afterwards. Please bring a lunch and beverage each day. (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● Boulder Point 28325 Sep 20-Oct 25 Fri 11:45am-12:30pm $50(R)/$60(N) 28501 Nov 1-Dec 13 Fri 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) Age: 3 - 5 ● Civic Center 28037 Sep 19-Oct 24 Thu 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) 28051 Oct 31-Dec 12 Thu 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) Age: 3 - 6 ● Civic Center 28036 Sep 18-Oct 23 Wed 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) 28050 Oct 30-Dec 11 Wed 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) Age: 3 - 5 ● South Point 28032 Sep 16-Oct 21 Mon 11:45am-12:30pm $50(R)/$60(N) 28033 Sep 17-Oct 22 Tue 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) 28048 Oct 28-Dec 9 Mon 11:45am-12:30pm $60(R)/$70(N) 28049 Oct 29-Dec 10 Tue 11:45am-12:30pm $55(R)/$65(N) Messy Science Science is Fun! Science is Cool! But most of all, science is messy. In this class, children will explore how to make something bubble over, blow up, or transform. This is a hands on experience where children will learn all kids of science. You may mix a compound that changes color, launch a rocket, turn liquid into solid and much more! (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● Civic Center 28558 Sep 18-Oct 23 Wed 12:30-2:00pm $65(R)/$75(N) Shapes, Colors, and Fun! This class is designed to help children have fun in a classroom setting without their parent. Children will play games that encourage shape and color recogni tion. (KC) Age: 2 ½ - 3 ● Boulder Point 28587 Sep 20-Oct 25 Fri 11:15am-12:15pm $50(R)/$60(N)

Shapes, Colors, and Fun 2! This class is designed to help children continue fun in a classroom setting without their parent. Children will play games that encourage shape and color recogni tion. (KC) Age: 2 ½ - 3 ● Boulder Point 28588 Nov 1-Dec 13 Fri 11:15am-12:15pm $50(R)/$60(N) Taste of Fall Get ready to enjoy the wonderful tastes of fall food. The children will create food related to the season of fall. Get ready to blast your taste buds by trying some of the following recipes. Apple pizza, pumpkin dip, cranberry relish, cinnamon/nutmeg hot chocolate, and much more! South Point Age: 3 - 5 28561 Sep 17-Oct 22 Tue 12:30-2:00pm $65(R)/$75(N)

Up Cycled Art Adventures Did you ever wonder what you could make out of a paper towel roll, a tin can, or even an old milk jug? If so, this is the class for you! Each week the children will create something using recycled items. The children will use numerous items to construct some amazing creations. (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● Civic Center 28560 Oct 30-Dec 11 Wed 12:30-2:00pm $65(R)/$75(N) You are a Superhero! Children will explore what makes someone a super hero and why. The teacher will help the children see that not all superheroes wear capes. Each child will get to create themselves as a superhero. Each week they will construct a wearable item that is centered around their creation. On the last day of class the children will wear their “super hero” costume that they created! (KC) Age: 3 - 5 ● South Point 28562 Oct 29-Dec 10 Tue 12:30-2:00pm $65(R)/$75(N)

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Labor Day Weekend will bring the Windy City Carnival back to town. Close out your summer with one last thrill ride. Fall Carnival Oswegoland Park District Fri • 5:00-10:00pm Sat • 1:00-10:00pm Sun • 1:00-10:00pm August 30 through September 1

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Baby Rock Wiggle and giggle with Baby Rock! A unique combina tion of sensory experiences with stimulating music and exercises to help strengthen and stretch your baby. Activities will include sing alongs, exposure to simple instruments and sensory props, bean bag massages, motion exercises, bubbles, and more! Please bring a blanket or mat and get ready for a rockin’ good time with your tiniest dancer! www.rockitkids.com (JO-C) Age: 3 - 12 months with parent, non-walkers ● Boulder Point 28042 Sep 9-Oct 14 Mon 11:10-11:40am $69(R)/$84(N) 28043 Oct 28-Dec 9 Mon 11:10-11:40am $69(R)/$84(N) Rock “n” Kids

Tot Rock Maracas and clackers and tambourines, too; it’s musi cal fun just for you! Our active, music-based, creative play programs include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills, and more! Structured activities are age appropriate by class and include use of engaging rhythm instruments, movement props, and sensory materials. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine! www.rockitkids.com (JO-C) Age: 12 - 30 months with adult ● Boulder Point 28038 Sep 9-Oct 14 Mon 9:30-10:10am $77(R)/$92(N) 28039 Oct 28-Dec 9 Mon 9:30-10:10am $77(R)/$92(N) Rock “n” Kids

Kid Rock I Maracas and clackers and tambourines, too; it’s musi cal fun just for you! Our active, music-based, creative play programs include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills, and more! Structured activities are age appropriate by class and include use of engaging rhythm instruments, movement props, and sensory materials. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine! www.rockitkids.com (JO-C) Age: 2 - 3 years with adult ● Boulder Point 28040 Sep 9-Oct 14 Mon 10:15-10:55am $77(R)/$92(N) 28041 Oct 28-Dec 9 Mon 10:15-10:55am $77(R)/$92(N) Rock “n” Kids

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Learn to Code Coding at a young age is an essential skill for future success. In this class, students learn by using MIT’s graphical coding platform, Scratch. Beginners to advanced can take this class. Students program interactive media projects, such as stories, games, and animations, without the need for learning a complex programming language and syntax. The activities encourage exploration of key computational thinking concepts and key computational thinking practices. Using an engaging project-based approach students have fun learning coding based on simple visual programming interface. This class is a multilevel program where students are placed based on skill and experience. Students can repeat this class, as they start where they left off from the last class. Students should be familiar with using a computer. This class is instructed by USEL/Chasewood Learning. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28396 Oct 21-Nov 11 Mon 7:00-7:50pm $86(R)/$101(N) Chasewood Learning Intro to Electrical Engineering with micro.bit micro:bit is a pocket-sized micro-computer board that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. micro:bit has an LED light display, buttons, speaker, microphone, sensors, and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world. In this class, students will learn about the hardware features, how to program the micro:bit, and create projects such as an alarm system, thermometer, compass, sound machine, and more. micro:bit is a fun and easy way to get started in electri cal engineering! Students should be familiar with using a computer. This class is instructed by USEL/ Coding Essential with mTiny Join Operation Panda and embark on coding adven tures with the mTiny robot. This course introduces young learners to the fundamentals of coding through story-based missions and interactive play. Each stu dent will have the opportunity to take home an mTiny with an additional fee. This class is instructed by APS/ Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 6 - 8 ● Boulder Point 28568 Sep 10-Oct 1 Tue 5:00-6:30pm $285(R)/$300(N) Ready Set Code Chasewood Learning. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28399 Nov 18-Dec 16 Mon 7:00-7:50pm $108(R)/$123(N) Chasewood Learning

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Arts and Crafts Anime Art Club

STEM LEGO Robotics Academy

Are you captivated by the vibrant world of anime art? Whether you’re already skilled in creating anime masterpieces or are just starting out on your artistic journey, this club is your perfect destination! In the Anime Art Club, you’ll have the opportunity to not only refine your skills but also unleash your creativity alongside fellow enthusiasts. Create original artwork, receive constructive feedback, and immerse yourself in a supportive community where your passion for anime art can flourish. Whether you aspire to become a professional manga artist or simply want to express your artistic vision, join us and embark on a journey where imagination knows no bounds! (JO) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28034 Sep 11-Oct 16 Wed 5:30-7:30pm $89(R)/$104(N) Terri Jacobs Creative Kids Club: Acrylic Paint Like to paint? Then you’ll love this club! Each week we will create a different painting using acrylic paints. At the end of each class you will take home a different eye-catching masterpiece to display! (JO) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28035 Nov 6-Dec 11 Wed 5:30-7:30pm $119(R)/$134(N) Terri Jacobs Abracadabra Magic Learn fascinating and mesmerizing tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, 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. Sign up for more than one session as magic tricks differ each time. Taught by the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. (JO-C) Age: 5 - 12 ● South Point 28045 Nov 12 Tue 6:45-7:40pm $22(R)/$37(N) Gary Kantor

The LEGO Robotics Academy is a comprehensive program where children learn to design, build and program projects based on LEGO Education robotics. Using a creative educational approach that supports Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), this class uses teacher-led instruction followed by fun, engaging, and dynamic activities. Students are introduced to basic robotics and mechanical engineer ing concepts by building and coding a different project each week. Creative challenges are given to students as they progress through levels. The Robotics Academy is a repeatable program where children are placed based on skill and experience. Students move up a level each time they take the class in order to take on more advanced concepts and activities. A basic knowledge of using a computer is recommended. This class is instructed by USEL/Chasewood Learning. (JO-C) Age: 6 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28393 Sep 9-Oct 7 Mon 6:00-6:50pm $108(R)/$123(N) 28395 Oct 21-Nov 11 Mon 6:00-6:50pm $86(R)/$101(N) 28397 Nov 18-Dec 16 Mon 6:00-6:50pm $86(R)/$101(N) Chasewood Learning Minecraft Engineering Does your child love Minecraft? Imagine if children learn Civil Engineering and City Planning while they are in a Minecraft world. Students work as civil engineers and city planners to design and create a structured city that includes roads, bridges, and city zones containing housing, government buildings, businesses, factories, parks, and more. Minecraft Java Edition is used in the classroom as the tool for hands-on learning. . Students should be familiar with using Minecraft as well as a computer and mouse. We inspire future Engineers using Minecraft. This class is instructed by USEL/Chasewood Learning. (JO-C) Age: 7 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28394 Sep 9-Oct 7 Mon 7:00-7:50pm $108(R)/$123(N) Chasewood Learning

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14 YOUTH

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Cybersecurity: Become a Hacking Hero with Sphero Workshop Dive into the world of cybersecurity, using Sphero robots to understand how to protect against digital threats. Students will learn about encryption, fire walls, and ethical hacking in an interactive setting. This workshop is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28416 Sep 7 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28417 Oct 12 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28418 Nov 16 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) Ready Set Code Mobile App Workshop Step into the world of App Development by design ing and creating your own mobile application. This workshop covers the basics of design, user experience, and coding students will need to create functioning applications. This workshop is instructed by APS/ Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28419 Sep 14 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28420 Oct 19 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28421 Nov 23 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) Ready Set Code Digital Game Design Workshop This workshop introduces coding logic, game mechan ics, and user interface design, equipping students to create their own games using a wireless single-board computer. This workshop is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28423 Sep 21 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28424 Oct 26 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28425 Dec 14 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) Ready Set Code Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Workshop Bring your imagination to life by designing and 3D printing a unique desk pet. This workshop introduces the fundamentals of 3D design and printing. Each student will take home their 3D printed desk pet! This workshop is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28426 Sep 28 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28427 Nov 2 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28455 Dec 7 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) Ready Set Code

CAD & 3D Printing: 3D Print Your Own Pop It Fidget Design and 3D print your very own customized Pop It fidget. Learn about the engineering design process and the basics of 3D modeling in a fun, hands-on environment. Each student will take home their 3D printed fidget. This class is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 13 ● Boulder Point 28569 Sep 11-Oct 2 Wed 5:00-6:30pm $285(R)/$300(N) Ready Set Code Coding Olympic with Sphero Mini Dive into the fun world of coding by competing in various olympics themed challenges using Sphero Mini robots. Learn the basics of programming and ro botics in an interactive and competitive environment. Each student will have the opportunity to take home a Sphero Mini with an additional fee! Boulder Point Age: 6 - 8 28570 Oct 8-29 Tue 5:00-6:30pm $285(R)/$300(N) Ready Set Code AI and Machine Learning with Cyber Pi Explore the integration of AI and Machine Learn ing using Cyber Pi (wireless single board computer). Students will demystify A.I. while creating intelligent video, speech, text and image recognition apps using Machine Learning. Student’s will discover how these technologies can be used to change the world and increase accessibility in this hands on course. Each student will have the opportunity to take their Cyber Pi home with an additional fee. This class is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28571 Oct 9-30 Wed 5:00-6:30pm $285(R)/$300(N) Ready Set Code

3D Printing Bring your imagination to life by designing and 3D printing a creation of your very own. This course en courages creativity and innovation while teaching the fundamentals of 3D design and printing. Each student will have the option to take home their own unique 3D-printed design. (JO-C) Boulder Point Age: 6 - 8 28572 Nov 5-26 Tue 5:00-6:30pm $285(R)/$300(N) Ready Set Code Hacking Hero: Cybersecurity with Sphero Mini Embark on a cybersecurity adventure, learning to protect digital spaces using Sphero Mini robots. This engaging, hands-on course introduces ethical hacking and cybersecurity principles. Each student will have the opportunity to take home a Sphero Mini with an additional fee! This class is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28573 Nov 6-27 Wed 5:00-6:30pm $285(R)/$300(N) Ready Set Code STEM Workshops Artificial Intelligence (AI) Workshop Introduce students to the exciting world of machine learning with interactive projects and activities. This workshop demystifies AI concepts, making them ac cessible and engaging for young learners. This class is instructed by APS/Ready Set Code. (JO-C) Age: 8 - 14 ● Boulder Point 28413 Aug 31 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28414 Oct 5 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) 28415 Nov 9 Sat 10:00-11:30am $75(R)/$90(N) Ready Set Code

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72 Polk Street, Downtown Oswego

Sun&Sat: 9:00am-2:00pm | Mon: 4:00-9:00pm | Thu&Fri: 2:00-6:30pm

INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS • PROGRAMS • TOURS

The Little White School Museum, located right outside downtown Oswego holds the rich history of the community and reflects the spirit of its early residents. Built as a church in 1850, then used as a school until the mid 1960’s, the building is now a community museum open to the public and an archive of local Oswegoland history. School and Scout tours welcome.

630.554.2999 | littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org The museum is owned by the Oswegoland Park District and operated in partnership with Oswegoland Heritage Association.

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LIMELIGHT

Improv Studio Create comedy in the moment and entertain on your feet with Improv! Learn the skills to help you think fast, the techniques to find the funny, and the confidence to make big bold choices. Say, “Yes, and...” to the improv games and exercises that you may know from Second City or ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway’. This is a great way for young actors to prepare to join Limelight’s Fries with That? improv performance group! (BB) Age: 8 - 10 ● Boulder Point 28660 Sep 4-Oct 9 Wed 5:30-6:30pm $49(R)/$64(N) Age: 11 - 13 ● Boulder Point 28661 Oct 24-Dec 5 Thu 5:30-6:30pm $49(R)/$64(N)

Act II: Ages 8-11 Act it Out: Back to School Bonanza Weird teachers, wild students, dogs who eat home work?!? Heading back to school is always an adven ture. Actors will use storytelling, theatre games, and character building that culminates in a performance for family and friends. In each class, we will explore acting through voice and movement. (BB) Age: 8 - 10 ● Boulder Point 28604 Sep 7-Oct 12 Sat 12:00-1:30pm $75(R)/$90(N) Sing it Out - Nightmare Before Holi days What’s this? Get ready to sing along with your favorite spooks and skeletons in this classic oogie boogie Halloween and Christmas mash up. Participants will develop characters and musical numbers to be rehearsed and performed for family and friends on the last day of class. This collaborative class builds young actor’s performance skills through song, dance, creative discussion, theatre games, and performance preparation. New and experienced actors looking for a creative way to develop exciting characters and can

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Act I: Ages 5-8 Act it Out: Animal Kingdom

What kind of animal would you like be? Are you a crouching tiger, a soaring eagle, or a slithering snake? Actors will use storytelling, theatre games, and character building that culminates in a performance for family and friends. In each class, we will explore acting through voice and movement. (BB) Age: 5 - 7 ● Boulder Point 28657 Oct 26-Dec 7 Sat 9:00-10:30am $75(R)/$90(N) Sing it Out: Rapunzel Some of our best stories can get a little Tangled. Best thing to do in those moments is to sing! Bring this wild story to life through music, theatre games, and character building that culminates in a performance for family and friends. In each class, we will explore acting through song and movement. (BB) Age: 5 - 7 ● Boulder Point 28663 Sep 7-Oct 12 Sat 9:00-10:30am $75(R)/$90(N)

find their niche here. (BB) Age: 8 - 10 ● Boulder Point 28665 Oct 26-Dec 7 Sat 1:30-3:00pm

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Next Level Improv Create comedy in the moment and entertain on your feet with Improv! Build on knowledge of improv basics, like listening, agreement, and understanding emotions to expand skills in character development and being a good ensemble member. Improv exercises and games help develop focus, foster creativity, and encourage teamwork. This is a great place for actors to continue their improv adventure. All participants must take at least one session of Improv Studio to Foley Art for Radio Want to try out the wonderful art of Foley sound just in time for Limelight’s spooky Midnite Double Feature Radio Show? Come join us to learn and try out how sound effects are made for film, television, and radio! (BB) Age: 14 and up ● Boulder Point 28668 Oct 23 Wed 5:00-7:30pm $29(R)/(N) With the help of an energetic and highly trained instructor, students will benefit from one-on-one instruction catering to their individual needs and goals. All levels of ex perience and interest are welcome. Lessons available upon request. Please contact Ben at 630.554.4481 or bbrawner@oswegolandpd.org for more information. (BB) • 30 minute lesson: $28(R)/(N) • 3- 30 minute lesson package: $75(R)/(N) Private Acting & Writing Lessons register for this class. (BB) Age: 11 - 15 ● Boulder Point 28662 Sep 4-Oct 9 Wed 6:45-8:15pm $69(R)/$84(N)

Act III: Ages 11-14 & Act IV: Ages 14 & up Act it Out - Play Gone Wrong

It takes a lot of work to put on a play, and there is a LOT that can go wrong. Create your own story of a group of actors who experience all kinds of crazy problems while they are trying to rehearse and perform a play. Bring this delightful disaster to life through theatre games and character building that culminates in a performance for family and friends. In each class, we will explore acting through voice and movement. (BB) Age: 11 - 13 ● Boulder Point 28658 Oct 26-Dec 7 Sat 12:00-1:30pm $75(R)/$90(N) Sing it Out: Villains Evil has never sounded so good. You will have the opportunity to explore the best songs and scenes of villainous characters on Broadway and film through music, theatre games and character building that culminates in a performance for family and friends. In each class, we will explore acting through song and movement. (BB) Age: 11 - 13 ● Boulder Point 28664 Oct 26-Dec 7 Sat 10:30am-12:00pm $75(R)/$90(N) Improv Studio Create comedy in the moment and entertain on your feet with Improv! Learn the skills to help you think fast, the techniques to find the funny, and the confidence to make big bold choices. Say, “Yes, and...” to the improv games and exercises that you may know from Second City or ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway’. This is a great way for young actors to prepare to join Limelight’s Fries with That? improv performance group! (BB) Age: 11 - 13 ● Boulder Point 28661 Oct 24-Dec 5 Thu 5:30-6:30pm $49(R)/$64(N)

Fall 2024 Shows

Visit limelighttheatrecompany.org for more information about the rehearsal & performance schedule and auditions for these productions! Fall Play: The Two Dr. Drakes ● Actors Ages 8-14 ● Auditions Thu, Sep 19 & Sun, Sep 21 ● Performing Fri, Nov 15 & Sat, Nov 16 Trouble in the big city! A few of its most celebrated artists have gone missing, and the reporters at The Morning Post and the police are on the case. At the very top of the list of suspects are a pair of sister scientists, Doctors Vivian and Martha Drake, whose experiments lead some to call them mad. Laughs and scares abound in this show, inspired by 1940s horror films. Radio Play: Midnite Movie Double Feature ● Actors Ages 14 & up ● Auditions & Performance Sat, Oct 26 Terror abounds in this double feature of classic Vincent Price horrors. Holiday Radio Play: A Christmas Carol ● Actors Ages 12 & up ● Auditions Thu, Dec 5 & Fri, Dec 6 ● Performing Fri, Dec 20 & Sat, Dec 21 Ebenezer Scrooge is a cynical old curmudgeon with little patience for holiday cheer all around him during the Christmas season. After a Christmas Eve visit from several ghosts, Scrooge must confront his own beliefs and isolationism and discover for himself the true meaning of the holidays.

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Native American Storytelling by Chief White Winnebago In this presentation, Chief White Winnebago will introduce participants to the culture and history of the HoChunk nation through five Native American stories. Don’t miss this before our first settlers. Gerald Savage—HoChunk Ska Ga in his native language—is a member of the HoChunk nation. He grew up with his grandparents, who raised him in the tribal ways. His grandfather was Chief Walks With the Wind, and HoChunk Ska Ga is Chief White Winnebago. Presented in partnership with the Illinois Humanities “Road Scholar” Speakers Bureau. (AJ) All Ages ● Little White School Museum 28422 Oct 19 Sat 12:00-1:00pm Free A Witch in the Family We all have skeletons in our closet, but what do you do when you find out your family had witches? Join us as we explore the history of witches and the witch trials through the lens of family history with Colette Shelby. Presented in partnership with the Oswegoland Heritage Association. (AJ) All Ages ● Little White School Museum 28555 Oct 17 Thu 7:00-8:00pm $5(R)/(N) Oswego Heritage Association Oswego History Tour – Sears Homes Between 1908 and 1942, Sears Roebuck and Company sold ready-to-build kit homes right out of their cata logs, and many people in Oswego bought them! Learn about some of the Sears homes that are still standing, how to identify them, and who had them built. The tour will begin and end at the Little White School Museum. (AJ) All Ages ● Little White School Museum 28552 Oct 27 Sun 12:00-1:00pm $7(R)/$10(N) Oswego Heritage Association “Remembering our Veterans” Special Exhibit Whether they were soldiers, sailors, nurses, or volunteers, since the Civil War, hundreds of Oswego residents participated in wartime efforts. This Novem ber, discover the history of these Oswego’s fighting men and women through a special display of military photographs and memorabilia. This exhibit runs from November 9-26. Admission is free. wonderful opportunity to learn more about people who lived in the area long

Museum Make-and-Take: Apple Carving Since Oswego was settled, local apples have been baked, canned, dried, and pressed. Now’s your chance to play with these delicious fruits as we carve our own apple heads, complete with eyes, noses, and mouths. This traditional folk art is a great fall decoration and can be used as a “spooky” addition to your Halloween fun. Children must attend with an adult. Stop in any time between 11am-1pm to create your apple head. (AJ) All Ages ● Little White School Museum 28383 Sep 8 Sun 11:00am-1:00pm $10(R)/(N) Oswego History Tour – Back to School Schools play important roles in the life of any commu nity - and not just an educational one. They are often social gathering places for communities - sporting events, arts and cultural events, parent/teacher meet ings, and so many other examples. We will explore the “in town” schools in Oswego’s history and help us tell their stories. Wear good walking shoes and be prepared to be part of the conversation. The tour will begin and end at the Little White School Museum. (AJ) All Ages ● Little White School Museum 28384 Sep 21 Sat 12:00-1:00pm $5(R)/(N) Oswego Heritage Association HISTORY

Oswego History Tour – Downtown All communities evolve and change with time and Oswego is no different. Join us for a walk down Main Street between Jefferson and Washington. We will point out historic landmarks, talk about the types of stores and businesses that first appeared when the village was newly-formed, discuss the critical role that fires had in shaping our village, and explore the significant changes that have occurred over time with the growth of our village. Join members of the Oswegoland Heritage Association on this relaxing his tory walking tour. The tour will begin and end in front of the Oswego Public Library in downtown Oswego. Bring your walking shoes! (AJ) All Ages ● Offsite 28550 Sep 29 Sun 12:00-1:00pm $5(R)/(N) Oswego Heritage Association Oswego Cemetery Walk Experience local history come to life during our annual Oswego Cemetery Walk! Participants will be guided through the cemetery to visit with “ghosts” of early Oswego residents and pioneers. Pre-registration is required. Registration the day of the event is $10, space permitting. Please arrive at the beginning of your timeslot! Participants should be able to walk for 45 minutes, wear comfortable shoes, and are encour aged to bring a flashlight. An adult must accompany all children. Registration is per person. Presented in partnership with the Oswegoland Heritage Associa tion. (AJ) All Ages ● Oswego Township Cemetery (503 Main St) 28400 Oct 3 Thu 5:30-6:15pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28401 Oct 3 Thu 5:45-6:30pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28402 Oct 3 Thu 6:00-6:45pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28403 Oct 3 Thu 6:15-7:00pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28404 Oct 3 Thu 6:30-7:15pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28405 Oct 3 Thu 6:45-7:30pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28406 Oct 3 Thu 7:00-7:45pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28407 Oct 3 Thu 7:15-8:00pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28408 Oct 3 Thu 7:30-8:15pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28409 Oct 3 Thu 7:45-8:30pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28410 Oct 3 Thu 8:00-8:45pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28411 Oct 3 Thu 8:15-9:00pm $7(R)/$10(N) 28412 Oct 3 Thu 8:30-9:15pm $7(R)/$10(N)

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