Kids, teens and family

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Pirate's Cove: Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday starting June 7; closed Sundays. Pirate's Cove Children's Theme Park, 901 Leicester Road, Elk Grove Village. Hands on amusement park for children ages 2 to 9 years of age. Admission: $9 per child, $8 for Elk Grove resident children; adults are free. (847) 439-2683 or visit www.elkgroveparks.org

Summer break open gym: 5-8 p.m. July 21, Astor Avenue Community Center, 7431 Astor Ave., Hanover Park. Open gym and fun programs for ages 12-18. (630) 483-5799 or www.hanover-township.org.

Summer camp: The Hanover Park Park District Summer Camp Session D. begins July 21. Sign up for Adventure Camp, Discovery Camp, Sports Camp and more. For information, call (630) 837-2468, ext. 138.

Summer camp at Bartlett Nature Center: 9 a.m.-noon July 21-25, 2054 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Wilderness Camp for ages 7-12. (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.

Summer break open gym: 5-9 p.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 15, Streamwood Park District Community Center, 777 Bartlett Road, Streamwood. Open gym and fun programs for ages 7-18. (630) 483-5799 or www.hanover-township.org.

Family Night Adventure: 7-9 p.m. July 22, and Aug. 5 and 19; Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road, James "Pate" Philip State Park. All ages explore the wonders of nature through a variety of activities including hikes, crafts, storytelling, movies and dessert. Advance registration required. $3 per person, per night. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For information, call (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.

Tropical Tuesday: July 22; Rainbow Falls Water Park, 200 Rev. Morrison Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Special event day featuring games and prizes. General admission is $14 per person. Elk Grove resident admission is $8. Summer passes are available. Call (847) 228-2860 or visit www.elkgroveparks.org

Open gym and fun program: noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 15, Bartlett Elementary School, 111 North Ave., Bartlett. Summer Break program for ages 7-14. (630) 483-5799 or www.hanover-township.org.

Pebble Pets: 1 p.m. July 23, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Children in grades K-two can decorate a pebble and turn it into an animal friend. Bring your own two- three-inch smooth rock to decorate or choose one of the library's. Register online at www.palatinelivrary.org or call (847) 358-5881, ext. 132.

Travel series - Egypt: 7 p.m. July 23, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Bill Hemuth, world traveler and amateur photographer, hosts a guided tour of Egypt. Enjoy the ancient and modern marvels of Egypt and travel down the Nile. Register online at www.palatinelibrary.org or call (847) 358-5881, ext. 167.

Schaumburg Township picnic for disabled residents: 11 a.m. Aug. 2, Maple Park, Schaumburg. Reservations are required by July 23 for this 23rd annual picnic co-sponsored by the Schaumburg Hoffman Lions Club for Schaumburg Township resident with disabilities and their families. Bring lawn chairs. For reservations, call (847) 884-0030 ext. 2025V or (847) 884-1560 TTY/VP

Fishing classroom: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursday beginning July 24, Community Center Fields and Gym, 1919 Walnut Ave., Hanover Park. Class teaches people of all ages new to fishing what kin of fishing rod to use and how to use it. Learn how to tie knots, what kinds of baits and lures to use and what kinds of fish are available to catch and how to get them. $30 for residents; $45 for nonresidents. For information or to sign up, call (630) 837-2468 or hpparks.org.

Movies in Bartlett Park: Dusk July 24, Bartlett Park gazebo, at the intersection of Oak and Eastern avenues, Bartlett. Scheduled movie: How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Free, bring a blanket.

Bartlett's Biggest Hawaiian Luau: 11 a.m.-noon July 23, Bartlett Community Park fields, 620 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Come dressed in your best Hawaiian attire and participate in coconut bowling, tiki making, hula limbo and more. For all ages. For information, call the Bartlett Park District, (630) 540-4800 or visit www.bartlettparks.org.

Float night: 5-7 p.m. July 24, Seafari Spring Aquatic Center, 1700 Greenbrook Blvd., Hanover Park. Bring your favorite float and enjoy floating around the pool. (630) 837-2468.

Guitar Hero III tournament: 3:30-5 p.m. July 25, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Rock out to awesome song and challenge other players in your skill level. Prizes. No registration required. www.barringtonarealibrary.org.

Overnight blast: 6 p.m. July 25 to 8 a.m. July 26, Seafari Springs Aquatic Center, 1700 Greenbrook Blvd., and Ahlstrand Fieldhouse, 6900 Catalpa, Hanover Park. Sleepover at the park district and enjoy swimming at Seafari Spring along with a pizza dinner at the Ahlstrand Fieldhouse. Includes games, crafts, snacks, more. Bring your pj's and sleeping bag. For children ages 6-14. $38 for residents; $53 nonresidents. Reservations required, call (630) 837-2468 or hpparks.org.

Overnight canoe trip: Register by July 26 with Bartlett Park District. Teens from across the state will canoe down 12 miles down Wisconsin River, and camping afterward, then canoeing final 9 miles on second day, Aug. 13-14. Includes canoe rental, food, T-shirt, transportation, chaperones. Grades 5-12. $75. (630) 540-4800.

Chicago Inline Marathon: 8 a.m. July 26, Hoffman Estates. Recreational, fitness and expert skaters of all ages and levels and invited to participate in this 26.2 mile, skating marathon. Event includes industry skate expo, free "Young Guns" race for ages 8 and under, a one-mile race for age 12 and under, and a recreation 1/2 mile marathon. Supports Special Olympics, North America. For registration details and information visit www.ChicagolandInlineMarathon.com.

Bike stunts: 2-3 p.m. July 27; Des Plaines Library, 1501 Ellinwood St. BMX World Champion Matt Wilhelm performs bike stunts, while educating kids about bicycle safety, living drug free, and how to become a champion. (847) 376-2841.

Family Days: Noon, Sundays through Sept. 21. Arlington Park, 2200 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights: Special theme each week. Also, a petting zoo, face painting and pony rides. Junior Jockey Club for kids ages 12 and under. Admission free for ages 17 and under. arlingtonpark.com or (847) 385-7500.

Block party. Idol contest: Block party is 3-6 p.m. July 27; free hot dogs and water activities, games and crafts, etc.; Idol contest is 6-8 p.m. Both at Lindbergh Park, Biesterfield Road and Glenn Trail, Elk Grove Village. Contestants will perform with the Live Karaoke band in front of a live audience. There is no cost to participate. The song list is available at the Pavilion Front Desk or by calling (847) 690-1184. There are cash prizes along with gifts for the top three winners. This is an open event for both the contestants and audience. For additional information call (847) 437-9494.

Owls and other Birds of Prey: 7 p.m. July 28, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Mark Spreyer from Stillman Nature Center presents a program about owls and other birds of prey. Required tickets will be available a the Readers Assistance desk starting July 14.

Halloween in the Summer: 1:10-4 p.m. July 28-Aug. 7, Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Campers ages 8-14 can get a jump on the costume stores by creating their own get-ups for the holiday or any day. To register or for information, (847) 925-6300 or www. harpercollege.edu.

Cartoon Creations Camp: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. July 28-Aug. 1, Bartlett Park District. Children ages 8-14 will explore the different cartooning methods in this specialty art camp. Leave camp with a portfolio of drawings and completed activities. The Bartlett Park District resident fee is $66; $76 for nonresidents. Advance registration is required. For registration and list of supplies needed, call (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.

Super Fun Happy Camp: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 28 to Aug. 1, Reed Turner Woodland Nature Center, 3849 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. For ages kindergarten (completed) through sixth grade. Cost is $350. Camp will have yoga, chess and improv. For information, visit www.longgroveparkdistrict.com or call the Long Grove Park District, at (847) 438-4743.

Polar Party: July 28; Rainbow Falls Water Park, 200 Rev. Morrison Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Special event day featuring games and prizes. General admission is $14 per person. Elk Grove resident admission is $8. Summer passes are available. Call (847) 228-2860 or visit www.elkgroveparks.org.