South Elgin parks plans snow tubing trip, Harlem Wizards game and more

South Elgin Parks and Recreation offers a variety of programs this winter, including "Sewing 101 for Kids," a snow tubing trip, Zumba and more. For details, call (847) 622-0003 or visit www.southelgin.com.

Snow Tubing Trip:

Send the kids for a night of tubing at Villa Olivia in Bartlett. They will enjoy sliding down the 800-foot-long snow tube and then ride back up on the tow lift. No experience necessary! Snow making and grooming keeps the snow tubing hill ready for enjoyment throughout the winter season. Extra money will be necessary to purchase from the concession stand. Before heading to the slopes, there will be a stop at Wise Guys Pizzeria in South Elgin. Dinner is included in the fee. The Snow Tubing Trip will be 5 to 9:30 p.m. Jan. 3. Everyone will meet at the municipal annex, where they will depart from at 5 p.m. and then head to Villa Olivia. Then return to the municipal annex at 9:30 p.m. The fee is $30 or $40 for nonresidents.

Sewing 101 for Kids:

At Sewing 4 Fun, they teach more than just sewing, they help build confidence and self-esteem. Using child friendly workbooks and patterns, we guarantee your child will learn to sew and will do so right from their very first class. Sewing machines and tools will be provided for use during class times. Students will be responsible for purchasing and bringing their own fabrics (approx. 1-2 yards per project) and elastic for each project, with the exception of the first class. First-time students are required to pay a onetime fee for $38 for their patterns/workbooks in addition to the monthly class fee. This fee is paid directly to "Sewing 4 Fun" at your first class. The class will be 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 12 and 26, at Sewing 4 Fun, 1004 S. McLean Blvd. in Elgin. The fee is $58 or $63 for nonresidents.

Harlem Wizards Game:

The FUNdation will be hosting the Harlem Wizards Game on Jan. 13. Join the FUNdation for an evening of fun and excitement: the Harlem Wizards vs. South Elgin Force, featuring South Elgin Police, South Elgin Fire, South Elgin Parks and Recreation, and teachers! This community event will be held at Kenyon Woods Middle School. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the game at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase at the municipal annex or from any FUNdation board member. Tickets bought before midnight Jan. 13 are $15. Tickets at the door at $18.

Zumba Kids Jr.:

Kids 4-6 years old get the chance to socialize with friends and jam out to music. Classes are rockin', high-energy dance parties packed with kid-friendly routines. We break down steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children's lives. Classes incorporate key childhood development elements such as leadership, respect, team work, confidence, self-esteem, memory, creativity, coordination, balance and cultural awareness. The class will be 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 3-24, at the municipal annex. The fee is $40 or $48 for nonresidents.

Cardio-Kickboxing:

Cardio-Kickboxing can burn up to 550 calories per class. This class is a fun, full body, workout that will get you kicking and punching pads with motivating music. You will learn how to hit pads with boxing techniques like jabs, punches, and upper cuts as well as learn how to use the largest muscles in your body, your legs, to really kick yourself into shape! The 10-week class will begin from 6:50 to 7:50 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, at the municipal annex. The fee is $70 or $80 for nonresidents.

Zumba Kids:

Kids, age 7-11, get the chance to socialize with friends and jam out to music. Classes are rockin', high-energy dance parties packed with kid-friendly routines. They will break down steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children's lives. Classes incorporate key childhood development elements such as leadership, respect, team work, confidence, self-esteem, memory, creativity, coordination, balance and cultural awareness. The class will be 5 to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 12-26, at the Municipal Annex. The fee is $40 or $48 for nonresidents.

Essential Oils:

Explore the powerful benefits of certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils. There will be oils to smell and sample. The class will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, at the Municipal Annex. There is no charge for this class.