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TOT TIME
Share some special time with your baby while making new friends, singing songs, stretching your muscles, and making keepsake items. This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and share parenting information while bonding with
your baby.
Every Tuesday in March, April, and May
10:00-10:30am
Ages: 9mos–2 years
Class size max: 20
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LITTLE LEARNERS OF THE WORLD
With a different topic each week, your child will be sure to have fun while learning too. You’ll find your child bringing home information maybe even you didn’t know! Through interactive play, stories, crafts and songs we’re certain to have a fun-filled time!
Every Tuesday in March, April and May
11:00-11:45am
Ages 3-6
Class size max: 15
March Session 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30
$25.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$35.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
03/02/10 Amazing Dinosaurs
03/09/10 The Alaskan Iditarod (begins 3/6/10 and ends when they reach the finish line)
03/16/10 Outer Space (In honor of the First Space Walk on this day in 1965)
03/23/10 Spring Has Sprung! (First Day of Spring: 03/20/10)
03/30/10 Easter Fun! |
April Session 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27
$20.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$28.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
04/06/10 All About Astronomy (In honor of Astronomy Day 04/08/10)
04/13/10 My Five Senses
04/20/10 Our Incredible Earth (In honor of Earth Day: 4/22/10)
04/27/10 Trees, Trees, Everywhere! (In honor of Arbor Day: 04/22/10) |
May Session 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25
$20.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$28.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
05/04/10 Mother’s Day is Almost Here
05/11/10 All about Firefighters (In honor of International Firefighters Day)
05/18/10 Volcanoes (Anniversary of Mount Saint Helen’s)
05/25/10 All About Africa (In honor of Africa day) |
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ART EXPLORERS
These classes will feature a selected artist of the week. From Cezanne to Warhol, we will look at some of the featured
artists’ masterpieces and talk about them. Then we will create a masterpiece of our very own using different art techniques
& mediums inspired by the artist of the week. Every child is an artist just waiting to emerge!
Every Tuesday in March, April and May
1:00-1:45pm
Ages 3-6
Class size max: 15
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AUTHORS TRIBUTE
These classes will feature a selected author of the week. We will delve into one or more of the featured author’s most popular
books by becoming the main character. Through interactive play, games and crafts, your child will truly appreciate these
amazing authors of our time. “Reading is a discount ticket to everywhere.” ~ Mary Schmich
Every Tuesday in March, April and May
2:00-2:45pm
Ages 3-6
Class size max: 15
March Session 3/2. 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30
$25.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$35.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
03/02/10 Theodore “Dr. Seuss” Geisel - “Oh, The Places You’ll Go!” (Dr. Seuss’ B-Day 1904)
03/09/10 Eric Carle - “The Grouchy Ladybug”
03/16/10 Shirley Neitzel - “I’m Taking a Trip on My Train”
03/23/10 Byron Barton - “Bones, Bones, Dinosaur Bones”
03/30/10 Marcus Pfister - “The Rainbow Fish” |
April Session 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27
$20.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$28.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
04/06/10 Steve Jenkins - “What Do You Do With A Tail Like This?”
04/13/10 Melinda Long - “How I Became a Pirate”
04/20/10 Lynne Cherry - “The Great Kapok Tree”
04/27/10 Mo Willems - “Are You Ready To Play Outside” |
May Session 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25
$20.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$28.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
05/04/10 Bill Martin Jr & John Archamba - “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom”
05/11/10 David Shannon - “Duck On A Bike”
05/18/10 Shel Silverstein - “A Giraffe and a Half”
05/25/10 Audrey Penn - “The Kissing Hand” |
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COLORED PENCIL MAGIC
$38.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$45.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
In this 4 week course, we will learn all about the wonders of art with colored pencils. Colored pencils are an amazing art medium that, when properly instructed, can create incredible works of art. This course will show you just how to accomplish that! We will work each week on different techniques and finish with a fabulous matted work of art!
Wednesdays: 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31
4:30-5:45pm
Ages: 7-13
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EGGCITING EGGSPERIMENTS
$12.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$16.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
This is a whole new way to look at eggs! Come spend the hour doing fun EGGSPERIMENTS and conclude the hour by participating in the Egg Drop Challenge. Come use the supplies that are provided and see if you can invent a way to protect an egg from breaking when dropped from a certain height. Will anyone in the class succeed? Sign up now to reserve your spot and see!
Tuesday, March 30th
4:45-5:45pm
Ages 9-13
Class size min/max: 8/20 |
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WATERCOLOR WONDERS
$38.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$45.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
In this 4 week course, we will be learning about some famous artists who had a great love for watercolor painting. Through the use of some of their fantastic techniques, you will be inspired to create your own spectacular work of art with this amazing art medium! We will finish up on the last day of class with an incredible matted work of art!
Wednesdays: 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5
4:30-5:45pm
Ages: 7-13
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SPRING BREAK ART CAMP
$50.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$60.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
This fantastic three-day art camp will include still life & perspective drawing, working with light and shadows, and more. You’ll be instructed on different techniques with pencils, pen & ink, colored pencils and watercolors and finish the course up with a mixed media masterpiece!
Prepare to come and have fun!
A light snack and drink will be provided each day.
April 7th -9th
9:30am-12:00pm
Ages: 7-13
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GINA MARIE’S YOGA & SINGSONG
$10.00 PER CHILD - FRI, MARCH 5TH
$5.00 PER SIBLING - FRI, MARCH 5TH
Gina Marie's Yoga and Singsong for Children will put on a very interactive show at KidsWork. Gina's method of teaching incorporates her original music, yoga, meditation, breathwork, lots of love, laughter, storytelling and the imagination.
Gina also writes original music for children and released her first Childrens' Cd in December, 2008 called the Blue Alligator, which she will have for sale after the show.
Children and parents, please come and join us for this fun filled evening of yoga and music! The show is about 45 minutes long. Hope to see you all there!
Friday March 5th
7:00pm
Ages: 2-7
Parents are free.
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GINA MARIE’S YOGA & SINGSONG
$10.00 PER CHILD - FRI, APRIL 30TH
$5.00 PER SIBLING - FRI, APRIL 30TH
Gina Marie's Yoga and Singsong for Children will put on a very interactive show at KidsWork. Gina's method of teaching incorporates her original music, yoga, meditation, breathwork, lots of love, laughter, storytelling and the imagination.
Gina also writes original music for children and released her first Childrens' Cd in December, 2008 called the Blue Alligator, which she will have for sale after the show.
Children and parents, please come and join us for this fun filled evening of yoga and music! The show is about 45 minutes long. Hope to see you all there!
Friday April 30th
7:00pm
Ages: 2-7
Parents are free.
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YOU TAKE CARE OF EVERYONE ELSE, NOW IT IS TIME FOR YOU!
$25.00 SIGN UP NOW
An hour and a half devoted to teaching you how to relax your mind and body through the use of guided imagery.
A proven technique used to reduce stress, build awareness of the mind/body connection, and improve your coping skills. It is so effective, it is the primary model of treatment for those who have experienced severe trauma. The facilitator is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience in dealing with anxiety disorders, stress management and somatic complaints. She can relate to your current stressors as she is the mother of 4 and grandmother of 7. Come join us for an evening of self care and humor to normalize what you’re feeling. You deserve it and your family will benefit from a calmer you!
Friday, April 23th
7:00-8:30pm
$25.00
BABYSITTING AVAILABLE!
While you learn to take care of yourself, KidsWork will take care of your children with our free babysitting (for this workshop only). Good for up to 2 children per registrant. EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD $5.00 EACH SIGN UP NOW. |
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Children ages 3-5 can come join us at KidsWork for a summer filled with tons of new discoveries!
Little campers will have fun developing their social skills through arts & crafts, games, stories and outdoor activities.
Experienced leaders will make camp a warm and exciting place for your child to spend their summer.
Drinks will be provided for each session. Children are asked to bring own snacks and lunch if applicable.
Child must be toilet trained.
Full Day options available – Campers will be supervised for lunch and break time between sessions
Per Session: Add $10.00 Members Add $14 Non Members
Tuesday & Thursday Mornings
9:00am - 12:00pm
Session 1: 6/15, 6/17, 6/22,6/24, 6/29,7/1
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Wednesday & Friday Mornings
9:00am - 12:00pm
Session 1: 6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Tuesday & Thursday Afternoons
1:00pm-4:00pm
Session 1: 6/15, 6/17, 6/22,6/24, 6/29,7/1
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Wednesday & Friday Afternoons
1:00pm-4:00pm
Session 1: 6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Tuesday & Thursday Full Day
9:00pm-4:00pm
Session 1: 6/15, 6/17, 6/22,6/24, 6/29,7/1
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Wednesday & Friday Full Day
9:00pm-4:00pm
Session 1: 6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
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Children ages 6-8, come join us at KidsWork this summer for a unique museum camp experience! Campers will embark on a fun-filled adventure to discover a world of fun and learning through arts and crafts, athletics, games, drama, and outdoor activities. Curiosity Camp will offer your child an opportunity to build character and self-esteem while providing memories that will last your child a lifetime. Through the guidance of our caring and well-trained staff members, we are excited to be able to serve the needs of you and your family and are confident that this program will be a fun, recreational experience for your children.
Drinks will be provided for each session. Children are asked to bring own snacks and lunch if applicable.
Full Day options available – Campers will be supervised for lunch and break time between sessions
Per Session: Add $10.00 Members Add $14 Non Members
Tuesday & Thursday Mornings
9:00am - 12:00pm
Session 1: 6/15, 6/17, 6/22,6/24, 6/29,7/1
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Wednesday & Friday Mornings
9:00am - 12:00pm
Session 1: 6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
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Tuesday & Thursday Afternoons
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 1: 6/15, 6/17, 6/22,6/24, 6/29,7/1
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Wednesday & Friday Afternoons
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 1: 6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23
$72.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$92.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Tuesday & Thursday Full Day
9:00am - 4:00pm
Session 1: 6/15, 6/17, 6/22,6/24, 6/29,7/1
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
Wednesday & Friday Full Day
9:00am - 4:00pm
Session 1: 6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW
Session 2: 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23
$154.00 MEMBERS SIGN UP NOW
$194.00
NON-MEMBER SIGN UP NOW |
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"529" SEMINAR
FREE SEMINAR SIGN UP NOW
Saturday, April 17th
10:30am – 11:30am
Glenn Georgantas / Financial Advisor / Harris Bank
Come in and enjoy this interactive session that describes 529 Plans and learn about tax advantages associated with them.
(While the parents are in the seminar, the Youth Advisory committee will watch over the children and go thru Econ Explorers booklet)
10:00am - Noon
Hubert the lion from Harris Bank stops in for a visit
10:00am – Noon
Sponsored by Harris Bank
Wheel of Fun – every spin is a win!
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WHY GO TO COLLEGE & HOW TO MAKE IT COST LESS
FREE SEMINAR SIGN UP NOW
TUESDAY, APRIL 20TH: TEEN NIGHT
7:00pm – 7:45pm
Joe Orsolini / College Aid Planners
Learn the financial benefits of continuing your education after high school as well as how to reduce the overall cost of a college degree. |
VALUABLE STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS AND ESSAYS
FREE SEMINAR SIGN UP NOW
TUESDAY, APRIL 20TH: TEEN NIGHT 8:00pm – 8:45pm
Karen Daluga
Daluga Educational Consulting
This program will discuss valuable strategies on how to improve your college applications and essays with the goal of being accepted to the college of your choice. Find out why grades 9 – 11 are important to a successful college application. Learn what admission officers look for in a college application packet. Take advantage of these important tips and complete your college applications with confidence. |
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MONEY IN YOUR POCKET
FREE SEMINAR SIGN UP NOW
Thursday, April 22nd Youth Night
6:00pm – 8:00pm
“Free Thursday” Sponsored by Harris Bank
Susan Taylor / Extension Educator / Consumer & Family Economics
Targeted to 5-7 year olds – is an activity to help youth understand needs vs. wants using an apron with pictures and toys to help youth become aware that there is money in their pockets.
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ME AND MY MONEY
FREE SEMINAR SIGN UP NOW
Thursday, April 22nd Youth Night
6:00pm – 8:00pm “
Free Thursday” Sponsored by Harris Bank
Susan Taylor / Extension Educator / Consumer & Family Economics
This is a board game for 8-12 year olds which teaches the 5 concepts - earn, spend, save, share and borrow. The student selects a character, uses play money, and draws cards that correspond with the game board space.
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COOL CASH ADVENTURE
FREE SEMINAR SIGN UP NOW
Thursday, April 22nd Youth Night
6:00pm – 8:00pm “
Free Thursday” Sponsored by Harris Bank
Susan Taylor / Extension Educator / Consumer & Family Economics
This is an adventure book where 10-14 year olds can have a fun and unique, gives youth the chance to make decisions, compare prices and methods to purchase “Product X.”
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FRANKFORT PUBLIC LIBRARY AT KIDSWORK
(FREE PROGRAMS)
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EXPLORE CULTURES: Join the Frankfort Public Library at KidsWork for an international story time that includes a take home craft.
These free story times will be geared towards children ages 3-6 years and will include a take home craft. Story Time will be held from 7 pm – 7:45pm. |
"Bonjour, France!"
Jan 14, Thursday 7:00pm-7:45pm
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"Jambo, Kenya!"
Feb 11, Thursday 7:00pm-7:45pm |
"Guten Tag, Germany!"
March 11, Thursday 7:00pm-7:45pm
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Native American
April 8, Thursday 7:00pm-7:45pm
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| For more information about these programs or other Frankfort Public Library Youth Services Programs visit www.kids.frankfortlibrary.org or call 815.469.2423 |
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BONNIE'S BOOKS STORY TIME
Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am
(FREE PROGRAMS) |
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| Join Bonnie for a special story time, poem time and finger plays. Bonnie was an elementary school teacher with 33 years experience working with kids ages 5-8 years of age. Bonnie spent the last eight years serving as a Reading Improvement Teacher at Green Garden School.
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February 2 and 4th
"High Flippers" Come join Bonnie and Tacky the Penguin for fun and adventure with the world's most likeable Penguin,Tacky. |
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February 9th and 11th
"Love is in the Air" Stories about Valentines Day! |
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February 16th and 18th
February is Dental Health Month Let's find out why it's important to take good care of our Teeth! |
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WINTER & SPRING 2010
KIDSWORK MUSEUM
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 The Forest Preserve District of Will County is offering programs at the KidsWork Children’s Museum in Frankfort every other month in 2010. Geared toward families with children ages 4-10 years old, these programs are offered free of charge and will be held from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The museum will be open free of charge from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. on these evenings. Space is limited to the first 40 guests. Sign-up at the door begins at 6 p.m. |
| Thursday, January 28 - Snowshoe Shuffle |
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Ages 4-10
KidsWork Children’s Museum
Come try on a pair of snowshoes and learn why these nifty shoes were so important to Native Americans. What were some of the things that snowshoes were made from? Were they all the same? Look out your window, the answers are closer than you think! We will take a short snowshoe hike weather permitting. |
| Thursday, March 25 - Bouncing Babies |
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Ages 4-10
KidsWork Children’s Museum
Babies come in all shapes, sizes and colors! Discover babies that are identical to their parents and others that have no resemblance at all. Explore how an insect, plant, and mammal all grow up, but very different from each other. This program promises to keep you whining for more! |
| Thursday, May 2 - Flower Power7 |
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Ages 4-10
KidsWork Children’s Museum
Just what makes a flower smell so sweet? Why are blooms so colorful and beautiful? Why do they come in so many shapes and sizes? Become a botanist and dissect a flower to investigate all the different parts that make it up. Come learn the reason for a flower. We will be taking a short hike outside weather permitting. |
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