Lindenhurst Park District notes

For details, call (847) 356-6011 or visit lindenhurstparks.org.

Youth Photography Class: Students ages 10 to 13 can learn to take pictures and have fun at the same time from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sept. 25. Participants will meet at a different outside location for each class, and will need a new disposable camera for each class. At the last class, students will put together a scrapbook of their best work. Participants will be called with the first class location. The cost is $45 for residents, $49 for nonresidents.

Core Strength and Toning: This 45-minute class will concentrate on strengthening and toning "core" muscles, including abdominal, oblique and back muscles. This class will include traditional and non-traditional toning exercises, using some strength equipment. This class welcomes all fitness levels. Benefits include a stronger and leaner core as well as lowered risk of future back problems caused by everyday lifting activities. Students with current back problems may want to consider other exercise options. This class is for ages 16 and over from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays from Sept. 5 to Oct. 10. The cost of this class is $40 for residents and $50 for nonresidents.

Indian Summer Festival: Adults and children can visit the biggest Native American festival in the United States from 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 9. The festival features dancing, singing and drumming, as well as tribal villages, cooking encampments, cultural demonstrations, storytellers, fine arts and crafts, authentic foods and five stages of entertainment. All on the shore Lake Michigan at Henry Maier Festival Park. Sign up by Sept. 6.

Pee Wee Soccer Stars: This class helps children learn the fundamentals of soccer in a noncompetitive setting. Dribbling, passing, shooting and kicking will all be emphasized with good sportsmanship included. Basic skills are taught through games, drills and fun. All participants will receive a T-shirt. The class is for ages 3 to 4 from noon to 12:45 p.m., 1 to 1:45 p.m., and 2 to 2:45 p.m. on Saturdays from Sept. 8 to Oct. 13 at Forest View Park. The cost is $65 for residents, and $74 for nonresidents.

Flag Football: Kids can learn the fundamentals of football without the tackling in this class. Regular football gear will not be used. All equipment is provided and participants will receive a T-shirt. For ages 4 to 6 and 7 to 9 from 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 10 to Oct. 15. The fee is $65 for residents, $74 for nonresidents.

Lakes Cheerleading Camp: Learn the correct technique of arm motions, jumps, cheers, dances and stunts for cheerleading. All participants will receive a T-shirt. For ages 5 to 7 and 8 to 11 from 4 to 5 p.m. Mondays. The session runs from Sept. 10 to Oct. 22, with no class on Oct. 8. The fee is $65 for residents, $74 for nonresidents. This class is taught by Lakes High School Cheerleaders and their coaches.

Pilates: Pilates is an exercise program intended to restore muscular balance, build strength and flexibility, increase coordination and emphasize and improve body alignment and posture. A thick mat is required and must be provided by the participant. Comfortable clothing, such a tights, sweats or shorts is also recommended. This class is for ages 16 and over, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays Sept. 10 to Oct. 22 and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays Sept. 12 to Oct. 24. The cost of the class is $45 for residents, $52 for nonresidents.

Kessel's Basketball Camp: Coach Kessel will break down and reinforce the proper techniques for shooting accuracy to improving players' shooting ability. Participants also will learn the proper jump shot and how to beat their man off the dribble. Kessel's Camp is for girls and boys in fifth through eighth grade from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 11 to Oct. 23, at Millburn West School, 640 Freedom Way, Lindenhurst. The cost is $165.

Fun Watercolor Painting: Students of all levels will learn about specific tools and tricks used in creating watercolor paintings from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 11 to Oct. 16. Lessons will cover steps used to create basic compositions to tricks and techniques to make the medium easier and more fun. Painting subjects include landscapes, barns, seascapes, floral and "class recommended favorites." A suggested supply list and instruction sheets will be supplied before the first class. The class is for ages 12 and up. The cost is $70 for residents and $80 for nonresidents.

After School Crafts: Make a new craft at each class. All materials and supplies will be provided. Lindenhurst Park District Before/After School participants take $2 off the price of the class. Craft classes are from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Wednesdays for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. The cost is $19 for residents, $24 for nonresidents per class. The classes for September are Design your own Kaleidoscopes on Sept. 12, and Memory Box Sept. 26.

Storybook Fun with Friends: Then children ages 3½ to 5 and their favorite stuffed animal and favorite book. Children will listen to a new book each week that their friends bring in, share stories and enjoy a fun snack together. From 9:15 to 10 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 13 to Oct. 18. The cost is $34 for residents, $42 for nonresidents.

Digital Movie Making: Children ages 8 to 12 can shoot their own video clips with the Digital Blue Digital Movie Creator, then download and save them onto a hard drive to edit them and add titles, credits, special effects, sound animation and music to create their personal movie, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Mondays Sept. 17 through Nov. 12 (no class Oct. 8). Students will then burn a CD/DVD of their finished product to take home. The cost is $100 for residents, $110 for nonresidents.

Before & After School: The program is designed for children entering kindergarten through sixth grade. The park district offers care Monday through Friday, or on a daily basis. Their schedule follows District 24, 33, 34 and 41 school calendars. The program is open every school day of the year and offers extended care to meet parents' working hours. Children will participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including homework time, crafts, gym time, games, free time, group activities, movies, pajama parties and special activity days. No same day registration or drop ins are allowed. For more information, call (847) 812-3738.

Senior Coffee Club: Relax and enjoy some coffee, doughnuts and company from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. the first and third Monday of the year in the Senior Room. Walk-ins are welcome; registration is not necessary. Bring a friend. For ages 55 and over on. It's $1 per visit.

Senior Aerobics: Ages 55 and over can keep fit and active with low-impact exercise set to a fitness video from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the Senior Room. Registration is not required. The fee is $1 per visit.