Lake in the Hills Parks and Recreation notes

Spaghetti dinner a success: On April 27, the Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department hosted 48 seniors and seven Girl Scout Troupes for an evening of entertainment, food and games.

The leaders and girls planned the menu, shopped for supplies, cooked, served, provided entertainment and played bingo with the appreciative seniors.

Several area businesses contributed to the event by providing donations. Thank you to all who helped make this event another huge success!

Pitch, Hit and Run: On April 26, the Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department celebrated opening day of baseball with the Aquafina Pitch, Hit, and Run competition. Fourteen kids participated in three different age categories. Six participants have advanced to the sectional competition that will be held in Crystal Lake this month.

Those advancing are: Ricky Monbrod of Crystal Lake in the 7-8 year old category; Hunter Herzog of Lake in the Hills, Paul Lindgren of Algonquin and Dylan Rhoades of Crystal Lake in the 9-10 year old category; Joey Garapolo and Daniel Tenayuca of Lake in the Hills in the 11-12 year old category.

Congratulations to all who participated. Good luck at sectionals.

Summer brochure: Coming soon to a mailbox near you … the Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Summer Brochure Resident registration begins May 8; nonresident registration begins May 22.

For All

Playschool Academy enrollment: The Lake in the Hills Playschool Academy 228 Indian Trail is accepting enrollment for fall 2008 preschool. Stop by the Parks & Recreation Department, 600 Harvest Gate, to register your preschooler. Bring a copy of your child or children's birth certificate(s), copies of current immunization records, and a recent photo along with your registration fee of $50 for residents and $60 for nonresidents. Class size is limited. There is a 12:2 teacher/student ratio. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

For youth

Early Bird registration for

summer camp: Early Bird Registration-Summer Camp The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department's FuntastiCAMP is the ultimate authority in summer friendships and fun. Space is limited, so register early.

Due to overwhelming demand we are now offering one-week sessions in both full- and half-day camp. Extended time options also are available for those working parents with demanding schedules.

This primarily outdoor program, housed at Hannah Martin Elementary School, includes weekly themes/parties, swimming at Woods Creek Lake, one field trip per session, sports, games, crafts and tons of fun. The energetic, experienced counselors ensure your children are safe, happy and entertained all summer long. Stop by or call the Parks & Recreation Department (847) 960-7460 or visit Web site www.lith.org for more details.

Spring Sports: New sessions of spring sports begin in April. The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide variety of sports that will appeal to all ages, skill levels, and interests including: t-ball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, skateboarding, lacrosse and more. For more information visit Web site www.lith.org or call the office at (847) 960-7460.

Kid's Craft Corner: Enjoy special time with your child as we meet to share in making a Mother's Day craft. Join instructor Deena Ciavarella in the Lake in the Hills Village Hall's lower-level classroom from noon to 12:45 p.m. Monday. Skill enhancement may include scissors and glue use and painting as well as creative and imaginative thinking. Dress for messy fun. Class sizes are limited, so register early. Adult participation is required. All ages welcome. Resident fee is $10 parent/child and $7 for each additional child; and nonresident fee is $12 for each parent/child and $8 for each additional child.

Mom & Me Manicures: The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department invites moms and daughters, age 2 to 16, to share quality time together while enjoying a manicure with nail art. What a great way to celebrate Mother's Day. Munchies and beverages will be served. Manicures provided by ABC School of Nails & Technology, 14 E. Miller Road. Mark your calendars for 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. Resident rate is $25 and $12 for each additional child; nonresident $18 to bring grandma along; non-resident rate $30 plus $14 for each additional child and $22 to bring grandma along.

Magic Class: The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department has a magical new program available for kids from 5 to 12 years of age. Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks in a Magic Class taught by Gary Kantor. Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading skills and much more.

All materials are provided. Each participant will receive a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped together by age and always learn tricks that are age appropriate.

Class is scheduled from 7 to 7:55 p.m. May 15 in the Village Hall Community Room. Resident fee is $18; nonresident fee is $22.

For adults

18-Plus Men's Soccer League: The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department is now forming soccer leagues for men 18 years and older. Teams consist of 11 players, and the number of games will be based on the number of teams registered. Games will be played at Normandy Park, 680 Normandy Lane.

For more information or to register, call Trevor at the Parks & Recreation Department, (847) 960-7469.

For seniors

Senior Afternoon Bingo: The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department will host a monthly Bingo game in Village Hall Multipurpose Room for seniors, age 65 and older. Join the group from 1 to 3 p.m. on Friday and enjoy an afternoon of Bingo. Snack and coffee will be provided. Registration is being accepted at the Parks & Recreation Department. Resident rate is $2; nonresident rate is $3.

Lake in the Hills Parks and Recreation Department For registration and information, call (847) 960-7460.