Kids, teens and family

Events specifically for children or teens as well as those for families, including classes, park and library programs, music, dances, family fitness events, battles of the bands. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

June 8

Camp open house: 6:15-7 p.m. Monday June 8, at specific camp locations in Hanover Park. Hanover Park Park District's Camps offer activities, adventures, field trips and new friends. Camps are less than $100 per week. Camps start June 15. Extended care available beginning at 6:30 a.m. Each camper receives a T-shirt. Check the Camp & Aquatic Playbook at hpparks.org, for information regarding days, times and fees.

Days Off Club Camp: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, June 8-Friday, June 12, Ahlstrand Fieldhouse, 6900 Catalpa in Hanover Park. Enjoy playing games and activities and making crafts with our creative, friendly staff, Snacks are provided each day. For grades K-6. Daily fee is $26 and $24 for a second child. A nonresident fee will be charged at the time of registration when applicable. For information, call (630) 837-2468.

Early bird pool pass: Save as much as $20 by purchasing your Mount Prospect Park District pool pass by June 8. The pool pass is your passport to all three park district pools as well as reciprocal use of Des Plaines Park District's Mystic Waters at daily resident rates. The pass is valid through Sept. 7. Family pass $190/$210; individual pass $95/$105 before June 8.

Summer camp: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, June 8 through Aug. 14. 200 N. Plum Grove Road, Palatine. Immanuel Discovery Camp is a Christian summer camp for children 4 years of age through fifth grade. Campers enjoy arts and crafts, theme-based field trips, and swimming. Visit, immanuelpalatine.org under "school" and "Discovery Camp."

Summer basketball camp: St. Peter Lutheran School 111 W. Olive, Arlington Heights will host Summer Basketball Camp. Registration forms are available at the school office, as well as, the school's Web site. The camp is open to students of any school who are in grades 3-8 for the upcoming school year. The dates for fifth-eighth grade are June 8-11 and the dates for third-fourth grade are June 15-18. For details, call the athletic office at (847) 253-6638, ext. 129.

Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Mondays, June 8 and 22, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers enjoy time together building language skills through the use of songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Mondays, June 8 and 22, and Tuesdays, June 9 and 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3 to prekindergarten 5 can enjoy a short film and stories. No parents or siblings in story room. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Parents Who Care open gym: 10:30-11:45 a.m. Monday, June 8, Hoffman Estates Park District Community Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road. Interactive play with balls, push toys, mats, hoops, more. $1.50 per child. (847) 604-4582.

Lifeguarding Certification course: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, June 8-Friday, June 12; South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Ages 15 and up will prepare to become a lifeguard at this American Red Cross aquatic facility. Upon completion of the 40 hours, the student will hold a current CPR for the Professional rescuer card, a Life Guard/First Aid card and an AED card. $225-$245. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Camp open house: 6:15-7 p.m. Monday, June 8, specific camp locations, check hpparks.org. The Hanover Park Park District's Camps offer activities, field trips and more. Come find out about the various affordable camps which begin Monday, June 15. For information, (630) 837-2468.

June 9

Summer preschool: Summer Preschool Program is available for 3- to 6-year-olds at Sonshine Preschool of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Prospect Heights. Enjoy a fun-filled five-week adventure from June 9 - July 9. Classes meet mornings from 9 -11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Tuition for this class is $170. for a three-day-a-week program, $125 for a two-day-a-week program. Call for details, (847) 520-1116, Ask for Barb Orze.

Summer Reading Volunteers: Training sessions 3:30-4:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 9; 4:30-5:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 10; 11-11:45 a.m. Saturday, June 13; or 1:30-2:15 p.m. Sunday, June 14, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. Students entering sixth through eighth grade can volunteer at the library to help run the six-week Summer Reading Program. Attendance at one of the Volunteer Training Sessions is mandatory. For information, call (847) 259-6050, ext. 140.

June 10

Fun fest: Our Lady of Ransom Parish in Niles will host its 18th annual Family Fun Fest on the parish grounds, at Greenwood and Normal avenues, June 10-14. Entertainment on the main stage will be Incognitos at 7 p.m. June 10; The Associates at 7 p.m. June 11; Skip Towne & the Greyhounds at 8 p.m. June 12; Undercover at 8 p.m. June 13; and Downtown Sound at 5:30 p.m. June 14. (847) 823-2550.

Des Plaines History Center: 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays, Visitor Center, 781 Pearson St. Drop-in program "United States Road Trip," will feature a new state-themed project each week. For ages 5-12. $1 for nonmembers. (847) 391-5399 or desplaineshistory.org.

Noonie Time: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday June 10, Community Recreation Center Outdoor Theatre, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Free children's entertainment Featuring Macaroni Soup with Carol Peterson, a children's interactive singer. Bring a picnic blanket and lunch. Lunch will also be available for an additional fee. Groups and camps are welcome.

June 11

Father's 's Day pizza and play: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, June 19, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane. Boys ages 6-12 with an adult male enjoy games, father-son competitions, pizza. $15-$20, $7 each additional person. Register before Thursday, June 11 at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Youth and teen golf lessons: Thursday June 11, Friday, June 12, Tuesday, June 16 and Thursday, June 18, Apple Orchard Golf Course, Bartlett. Learn club selection, proper swing, shot technique and proper golf course etiquette. Upon successful completion of the class participants will receive a golf etiquette certificate, a rule sheet, repair tool and a ball marker. All age groups should bring one iron (7, 8, or 9), tees and balls. (630) 540-4800 or bartlettparks.org.

Read to Rover: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Sign up in person at the Ask Here desk on the first floor for a 15-minute one-on-one reading with a therapy dog. No parents or siblings allowed in the room during the session. For grades 1-5. Registration required. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

June 12

Daddy and Me Twin Puppies: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, June 12, Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights.

Enjoy stuffing adorable matching puppies. Class includes: twin puppies, lots of stuffing, stars to make a wish, T-shirts to decorate, birth certificates, and doggie collars. Ages 2-12 years. Fee is $38 and $15 for each additional child. (847) 506.7141

Family movie night: 8-9 p.m. Friday, June 12, Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. "The Tale of Desperaux. " Free. (847) 991-0333.

Teen Gaming: 3-4:30 p.m. Friday, June 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can enjoy video, board and card games. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

June 13

Women's Personal Protection Workshop: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 13, Barrington Martial Arts, 123 Barrington Commons, Barrington. Hands on workshop, for women ages 15 and over, covers college bound self-defense and personal protection from strikes, grabs, holds plus more. A question & answer session will be held at the end of the workshop. $25-$31. To register, call (847) 381-0687.

Baby-sitting course: St. Philip Lutheran Church, 1609 Pfingsten Road, Glenview, will offer Baby-sitting 101 from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 13, for boys and girls ages 10-14. Free. (847) 998-1946, www.stphilip.info.

Saturday Club: Story Time is the theme of the Saturday Club meeting from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, at Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. This event will involve reading and sharing stories and also include arts and crafts and "Jesus Time." Different groups will meet for age 3 preschool through third grade. Adults are welcome to stay or come back to pick up their children. Suggested donation is $5 per child to cover costs. Walk-ins welcome but advance registration appreciated. Call the church office at (847) 253-4839 for more information and to register.

June 15

Teen Leaders Camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday starting June 15, for two weeks, Community Center, 1919 Walnut Ave., Hanover Park. Teen ages 11-14 have a chance to learn what its like to be a counselor this summer. Each session teens will spend some time assisting with a younger camp activity. Play sports, games, play with the Wii game system, swim and go on field trips. For fees and additional dates, call the Hanover Park Park District at (630) 837-2468 or visit hpparks.org.

Hellenic American Academy summer camp: Session begins June 15. For camps hours, fees and information, (847) 317-1063.

Vacation Bible school: 9 a.m.-noon Monday, June 15-Friday, June 19, Living Lord Lutheran Church, 1044 Congress Drive in Bartlett. Focus for kids entering K-fifth grade is on learning the Lord's Prayer through a fun and exciting safari-themed program. Kids entering sixth-seventh grades can register for program, featuring fellowship and service projects. (630) 830-3630, or livinglordlutheran.org. $20.

Summer music camp: 9 a.m. to noon Monday, June 15-Friday, June 26, Christ Lutheran Church, 41 S. Rohlwing Road, Palatine. Two-week intensive, half-day music camp is open to all instruments and vocalists in sixth to 12th grade. Beginners are welcome. Students will play in bands, receive instrument instruction from professional musicians and teachers, lead worship, and get a chance to show their skills at the final concert. $150. (847) 358-4600.

VBS: 9:30 a.m.-noon Monday, June 15-Friday, June 19, Christ the King Ev. Lutheran Church, 100 W Michigan Ave., Palatine. Vacation Bible School for children ages 3-14. There is no charge. Freewill offerings will pay for VBS costs and a Lutheran World Mission. (847) 358-0230, e-mail office@ByFaithAlone.org or ByFaithAlone.org.

VBS: Vacation Bible school will be offered June 15-19 at Grace Lutheran Church, 1624 E. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. The vacation Bible school is titled, "Here I am Lord" and will meet daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children ages kindergarten through sixth grade are invited. (847) 824-7408

June 16

Trent Arterberry Think Bigg: 11-11:45 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Kindergartners though fifth-graders will enjoy a performance featuring storytelling, mime. music and puppetry. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

June 17

Noonie Time: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday June 17, Community Recreation Center Outdoor Theatre, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Free children's entertainment featuring The Rope Warrior executing outrageous rope tricks. Bring a picnic blanket and lunch. Lunch will also be available for an additional fee. Groups and camps are welcome. (847) 490-7020 or visit www.parkfun.com.

Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17 and Thursday, June 18, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Storytime is for children 18-36 months and their caregivers. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Parker in the Park: 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 17, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 1-6 can explore the role each person plays in protecting the environment and share new ideas for conserving energy. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

June 18

Night out for teens: 7-10:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane. Swimming, games in the gym, movie, pizza. For grades six-eight. $12-$15. Register at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Pajama Storytime: 7-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3-7 can put on pajamas and bring favorite stuffed animals to the library to listen to some stories, finger plays, songs and games. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Night Out for Teens: 7-10:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Swimming, games in the gym, movie and pizza for grades six-eight. $12-$15. To register, (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

June 19

Babysitter's training course: 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Friday, June 10-July 31, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane. American Red Cross Babysitter's Training for ages 11-15. $65/$75. To register, (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Cinema under the stars: Everyone is invited to Cinema Under The Stars featuring the free movie "Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears A Who" to be shown on a large outdoor screen in the parking lot of Meadows Baptist Church, 2401 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows, at sunset (about 8:45 p.m.) on Friday, June 19. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to make yourself comfortable. Refreshments will be available for sale. The movie will be shown indoors if the weather does not cooperate. (847) 255-8764

June 20

Father's Day Weekend Fishing Derby: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 20, Volkening Lake, 900 W. Schaumburg Road. Schaumburg Park District's Second Annual Father's Day Weekend Fishing Derby. Participants must bring their own poles and bait, hot dogs and chips provided. Prizes will be awarded for shortest fish, longest fish, most fish caught and unique catch for each age group. Age groups consist of 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17 years and a Father's Group.

Preregistration cost is $6 for residents and $9 for nonresidents and ends June 12. Day-of registration is $9/$13. For information, parkfun.com or (847) 490-7020.

Play and Read: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 20, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Nancy Parato Goldhagen will discuss strategies from her book, "So We Want Our Children to Read?" Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

June 21

action Bible school: Crocodile Dock vacation Bible school will be presented from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 21 through Thursday, June 25, at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, at the southwest corner of Army Trail and Petersdorf in Bartlett. This event is for kids ages 3 through sixth grade and the cost is $15. Register by calling (630) 830-3003.

June 22

Vacation Bible school: Crocodile Dock will be held from 9 a.m. to noon June 22-26 at St. Peter Lutheran Church 111 W. Olive St., Arlington Heights. You may register online at www.stpeter-ah.org or in the church office. There is a $5 fee per child to cover supply costs.

Summer camp: Christ the King Lutheran Preschool offers two summer camps for children ages 3-7. Session 1 is June 22-26 and Session 2 is Aug. 10-14. Times are 9:30 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday. Fee is $75 per session. See www.ByFaithAlone.org for registration information, or call Valerie Schultz at (847) 358-0230 to register. Christ the King Preschool is operated by Christ the King Lutheran Church, 100 W. Michigan Ave., Palatine.

Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, June 22, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers enjoy time together building language skills through the use of songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday, June 22, and Tuesday, June 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3 to prekindergarten 5 can enjoy a short film and stories. No parents or siblings in story room. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Lifeguarding Certification course: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, June 22-Friday, June 26; South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Ages 15 and up will prepare to become a lifeguard at this American Red Cross aquatic facility. Upon completion of the 40 hours, the student will hold a current CPR for the Professional rescuer card, a Life Guard/First Aid card and an AED card. $225-$245. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Vacation Bible school: The Presbyterian Church of Palatine (Palatine Road at Rohlwing Road) presents Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God's Light from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 22-26 for kids 4 years old to those entering sixth grade. To register, visit www.pcop.us or call (847) 358-4650.

VBS: Evening vacation Bible school will be offered from 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, June 22, through Friday, June 26, at St. Philip Lutheran Church, 1609 Pfingsten Road, Glenview, for children age 3 through fifth grade. Cost is $5 per child. (847) 998-1946, www.stphilip.info.

June 23

Build Your Own Recycled Monster: 1-1:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Bring creative ideas and construct a creature out of recycled materials the library will supple. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

June 24

Noonie Time: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday June 24, Community Recreation Center Outdoor Theatre, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Free children's entertainment featuring Jim Jensen and his Amazing Animal Show. Bring a picnic blanket and lunch. Lunch will also be available for an additional fee. Groups and camps are welcome. (847) 490-7020 or visit www.parkfun.com.

June 26

Teen Coffee House: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, June 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Open mic night and karaoke jam for local teen students. Pizza and soda will be available. For grades 6-12. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Vacation Bible school: Register now for Son Rock Kids Camp Vacation Bible School at Christ Lutheran Church, 41 S. Rohlwing Road in Palatine. Son Rock Kids Camp will run from 9 a.m. to noon July 13-17 and is for 3-year-olds through sixth- graders. Register before Friday, June 26. Walk-ins will not be accepted this year. Contact the church office at (847) 358-4600 for more information and to register. .

June 30

Vacation Bible school: SonRock Kids Camp VBS will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon July 13-17 at the First United Methodist Church of Palatine, 123 N. Plum Grove Road, Palatine. Program are offered for kindergarten through sixth grade Monday through Friday and for 3-year-olds Tuesday and Thursday and for 4-year-olds Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Registration deadline is June 30. Suggest donation: $25 per child. Friday night program will be at 7 p.m. (847) 359-1345, fumcpalatine.org.

July 1

Noonie Time: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday July 1, Community Recreation Center Outdoor Theatre, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Free children's entertainment featuring Little Nashville, knee-slappin', foot-stompin' musical entertainment. Bring a picnic blanket and lunch. Lunch will also be available for an additional fee. Groups and camps are welcome. (847) 490-7020 or visit www.parkfun.com.

July 8

Noonie Time: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday July 8, Community Recreation Center Outdoor Theatre, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Free children's entertainment featuringSamantha's Amazing Animals. Bring a picnic blanket and lunch. Lunch will also be available for an additional fee. Groups and camps are welcome. (847) 490-7020 or visit www.parkfun.com.

July 12

Vacation Bible school: From Sunday, July 12, to Thursday, July 16, children ages 4 through sixth grade are invited to attend "Wildwood Forest" Vacation Bible School at Elk Grove Baptist Church, 801 Beisner Road in Elk Grove Village. From 6:30 p.m. to 8:35 p.m. the kids will be exploring the awesome nature of God, playing games, singing, enjoying crafts, snacks and drama. Admission is free; however, the children will have the opportunity to give toward Camp Ray Bird, a camp for underprivileged, inner-city children. Register at www.elkgrovebaptistchurch.org or call (847) 593-8337.

July 20

Vacation Bible school: Kids ages 3 years through fifth grade are invited to attend Crocodile Dock VBS. There is no cost for admission. This VBS will be held the week of 10 a.m. to noon July 20-24 at Grace Community Church, 431 N. Quentin Road, Palatine. Contact Gia Miller at (847) 776-1900 or gia.miller@aboutgrace.com to register.

Lifeguarding Certification course: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, July 20-Friday, July 24; South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Ages 15 and up will prepare to become a lifeguard at this American Red Cross aquatic facility. Upon completion of the 40 hours, the student will hold a current CPR for the Professional rescuer card, a Life Guard/First Aid card and an AED card. $225-$245. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Aug. 3

Lifeguarding Certification course: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3-Friday, Aug. 7; South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Ages 15 and up will prepare to become a lifeguard at this American Red Cross aquatic facility. Upon completion of the 40 hours, the student will hold a current CPR for the Professional rescuer card, a Life Guard/First Aid card and an AED card. $225-$245. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

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Tutor. com: Youth Services Department at the Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights will have a new online service. Tutor.com connects to a real-time live tutor in an online classroom to work one-on-one on homework, studying, test prep, etc. Available daily from 2- 9 p. m. via the library's Web site phpl.info

Before and After School Care program: Weekdays, 6-8:30 a.m. and 3:30-6 p.m.; nonschool days (except major holidays), 6 a.m.-6 p.m.; Lutheran Church of the Cross, 2025 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. Open to children ages 5 through 12. For details, call (847) 437-5176.

Preschool registration: Noah's Ark Christian Preschool and Kindergarten, 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington, is currently registering new students for the 2009-2010 school year. Classes are available for children ages 2-6. Noah's Ark is a ministry of Barrington United Methodist Church. Call (847) 844-3738 for more information.