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DYER PARKS & RECREATION ~ VOLUNTEERS ~

Thank you to the following individuals, groups and businesses who have given their time and talents over the last year!

Aardema, Alissa

Alvarado, Lupe

Belcaster, Doug

Block, Bob

Bobic, Tatjana

Broz, Kaitlyn

Broz, Kyle

Clapman, Morgan

Contro, Jill

Cook, Jessica

Cook, Stephen

Copenhaver, Nicole

Cudzilo, NoelleDeBoer, Alexandra

Decker, Nina

Eberly, Carolyn

Fetscher, Nicole

Garcia, Briana

Gonzales, Taylor

Grelewicz, Sue

Grill, Harry

Grill, Jack

Grill, Matthew

Grill, Robbie

Grudzien, Lisa

Grudzien, Maggie

Grudzien, MorganHalfeldt, Cami

Hallowell, Kayla

Hayes, Mallory

Hearne, Jessie

Heintz, Cindy

Heintz, Emily

Heintz, Jack

Hoffman, Jacki

Hoover, Brianna

Jureczko, Meghan

Kelly, Shauna

Kindt, Olivia

Lareau, Cathy

Loden, HaleyLoeffler, Christina

Lukas, Brigid

Manasrah, Karima

Massignani, Sofia

Maynard, Michelle

Maynard, Sis

McGrath, Darby

McManus, Michelle

Mendoza, Eve

Mickla, Bailey

Miller, Jim

Morris, Anna

Morris, Brian

Morris, LorraineMularski, Allie

Nejman, Jean

OGonuwe, Nkem

Pena, Jessica

Phillips, Cheryl

Reed, Jennifer

Riddering, Annie

Roberts, Rachel

Robystelli, Joey

Schoonmaker, Laura

Scott, Victoria

Shah, Niji

Shibu, Shelly

Shibu, SherryShoemaker, Morgan

Skidopolous, Anna

Sprene, Ashley

Stevens, Tyler

Stone, Alice

Stone, Beth

Stone, Jimmy

Streck, Rachel

Szatkowski, Alexa

Vaugh, Mary

Vrehas, Spero

Weiss, Schyler

Winarski, Jessica

Winarski, LaurynZoth, Jeannine

general information

TOWN OF DYER PARKS & RECREATION | 219-865-25052

Contact InformationTown of Dyer - Parks & Recreation DepartmentTown HallGlen L. Eberly Municipal Building1 Town SquareDyer IN 46311

Office Hours: Monday - Friday | 8am - 4pmPhone: (219) 865-2505Fax: (219) 865-4233

Website: www.townofdyer.com/parksE-mail: [email protected]: Dyer Parks and RecreationSee page 14 for mail-in or drop-off registration procedures

Parks and Recreation StaffMark Heintz, CPRP, Director of Parks and RecreationAndrea Daliege, Recreation SupervisorLorraine Copenhaver, ClerkDanielle Fiorio, ClerkAlyce DeBoer, Recreation Program Coordinator

Town of Dyer - Parks and Recreation Board

Mike Kapitan, PresidentCathy Lareau, Vice PresidentDane Huebner, Executive SecretaryMaria Gurtler, Member

Debbie Astor, Town Council LiaisonWilliam Enslen, Town Attorney

The Dyer Parks & Recreation Board meets regularly on the 2nd Wednesday

of each month for their monthly meeting and on the 4th Wednesday of eachmonth for a study session. Both meetings are held at the Town Hall at 6:30pm.

Town of Dyer - Town CouncilJoe Cinko, President (Ward 1)Debbie Astor, Vice President (Ward 5)Jeff Dekker, Member (Ward 2)Mary Tanis, Member (Ward 4)Connee Trepton, Member (Ward 3)

Town of Dyer - Clerk-TreasurerPat Hawrot, IAMC / CMC

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general information

WWW.TOWNOFDYER.COM/PARKS

1. Parks are open from Dawn until Dusk (unless authorized by permit or Parks andRecreation activity).

2. Pets are allowed in town parks according to posted restrictions. They must beleashed and cleaned up after. Owners are responsible for their pets.

3. Motorized vehicles are prohibited in parks except in designated parking areas.4. No alcohol is allowed (unless authorized by permit).5. Golfing is not allowed in parks.6. No littering or dumping of household garbage or yard waste.7. Fishing is not allowed at Pheasant Hills Park lake.8. All town ordinances will be strictly enforced.9. Groups of 15 or more require a permit.

Park rules are enforced by the Dyer Police Dept. If you see someone vandalizing orviolating these rules please call the Dyer Police Dept. at (219) 865-1163.

Park Rules

Programs and Services are available to both residents andnon-residents of the Town of Dyer, Indiana. Residents are those that

pay taxes to the Town of Dyer through your property tax bill.Residents also typically pay for water service through the Town of Dyer

and not a private water provider.

Unincorporated areas of Dyer, Indiana 46311 are non-residents as zeroof your tax dollars support the Town of Dyer and respective depart-ments. Non-residents typically pay a higher fee for participation in mostprograms and events. If you have a question as to whether or not you

are a resident, please call us with your address.Please be prepared to show proof of residency at registration.

Town of Dyer Residents and Non-Residents

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In a continued effort to bring more recreational opportunities to the resi-dents of the Town of Dyer, Dyer Parks & Recreation has entered into a

partnership with Munster Parks & Recreation.

Town of Dyer residents can register for recreation programs with Mun-ster Parks & Recreation at the Munster resident rate. Registration for the

Munster program must be done through the Town of Munster. This part-nership does not include pool fees (season passes, admission or rentalfees), facility rentals (shelters, gazebo, dog park, Plum Creek Center,social center), or Munster Keen-ager programs. For more information

contact Munster Parks & Recreation at (219) 836-PARK.

Dyer-Munster Recreation Partnership

Help improve the quality of life and the environment by having a treeplanted in one of your Dyer Parks to remember or honor a person ororganization. A minimum donation of $200 will purchase a tree.You may designate the park but Dyer Parks & Recreation will determinethe exact location. Trees are planted each fall. As part of your donation,the persons name, year of donation and park will be added to one of theLiving Tree Memorial plaques on display at the Dyer Town Hall.

Park Bench Memorials are also available. For a donation of $750 we willinstall a park bench with a plaque on the seat back of the bench in apark of your choice. Exact locations will be determined by staff butsuggestions are welcome. For more information on either programcontact Dyer Parks & Recreation at (219) 865-2505.

Living Tree & Park Bench Memorials

Most activities have registration deadlines. Dont wait until the last day to register as a program may already be filled up.

General Information .............. .......... ..2Board OfficialsContact InformationVolunteers

General Information .............. .......... ..3Living Tree and Park Bench MemorialsPark RulesResidents and Non-ResidentsDyer-Munster Partnership

Early Childhood programs .............. ..4Kindermusik Programs

Early Childhood programs .............. ..5Lil Pizza MakersTea for TwoMini PumpkinsTiny TurkeysHolly Jolly OrnamentsLittle DragonsKickn with the Kids

Early Childhood & Youth programs.. 6Spa PartyDiva Rock Star PartyBumper BowlingLetters from SantaGrandparents DayWinter Break CampCandy Cane Hunt

Youth programs .............. ................ ...7Fall & Halloween CraftPumpkin Decorating/PaintingJammin PajamasBeginner Dance LessonsKnitting for KidsBowlingBLAST! (Babysitter Lessons & Safety Training)Wado-Ki Karate

Adult programs ............... ................ ...8Posture & Body Mechanics TrainingSitn-Knit

Advertising InformationGolf Fitness TrainingBeginner Latin DanceYogaZumbaPilates

Adult programs ............... ................ ..9Co-Rec VolleyballTai Chi Chih (Advanced)CPR/AEDCPR/AED/First AidLost: Finding your Creative ImaginationWii Bowling LeagueIf You Give a Mom a Muffin...Shell Probably

Sneak a Veggie Into It!Living Right for Your Blood Type

Special Events ................... ............. .10Halloween ParadeFrights, Lights & BitesMini Lights & Itty Bites

Special Events11National Visit a Park DaySix Flags Great America TicketsBig Lights in the CityJAKs Warehouse Family Event

Facility Rentals ........................ ........ .12Plum Creek Center2013 Picnic Shelter Reservations

General Information ....... ................ . .13Refund PolicyPhoto PolicyGolden Opportunity Coupon BooksCreate a ClassRegistration Policies

Program Registration & Form ......... .14

Special Needs & General Info ......... .15Cooperative Special Recreation Initiative (CSRI)Fire Department Open HouseHometown Celebration 20132013 Holiday Shopping Spree & Craft Fair

Special Events ................... ............. .16Town Wide Garage Sale


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early childhood


In Kindermusikclasses, the instructor leads a group of parents and their children through joyful activities, using music and movement. Parents learn more about theirchilds unique developmental process, and the shared learning experience creates a bond as the child associates learning with fun, musical play. Sign language is incorpo-rated into each of the classes. Material fees are paid to the instructor at the first class. This fee is in addition to the program fee. Min. 4/Max. 8 students per class.

Kindermusik Programs

Kindermusik Village (newborn 2 years old with parent/caregiver): 14 week session / 2 curriculaFeathersintroduces the musical poems of Woody Guthrie, bird songs, and the naturally occurring sounds in nature help babies develop an early appreciation-and

accelerated aptitude- for language, movement, and music in this class. Both jazz and classical selections, a Yiddish folk song, a Muskogean melody, and Mother Gooserhymes set to music are just a few of the colorful and exciting pieces introduced in this curriculum. (7 week session)

Do-Si-Do stimulates a wonderfully unique experience of rhythm and movement for Child & Parent/Caregiver. Pick up your child and dance. Dance the Charleston, theTango, and the Cha-Cha and learn why dancing with your child helps develop vital learning skills- from head-to-toe. In this class, play a variety of age appropriate

instruments, and a dance with fun props. (7 week session)Material fee includes: 2 CDs, 2 books, 2 instruments, 1 scarf, 4 art banners.

Code: Days: Dates: Time: No class: Registration Deadline:1000 Tuesdays Sept. 3 - Dec. 17 9:30am - 10:15am Oct. 22 & Nov. 26 Aug. 301001 Fridays Sept. 6 - Dec. 20 10:35am - 11:20am Oct. 25 & Nov. 29 Sept. 4Fee: $140 residents / $145 non-residents (per session)Material Fee: $70 payable to instructor on 1st dayLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)

Kindermusik Our Time (2 3 years old with parent/caregiver): 14 week sessionWiggles & Giggles: Wiggles & Giggles is all about movements (wiggles!) and fun, funny words and sounds, and emotion (giggles!). There is a strong connection in

this semester to the Our Time theme of bound away and back. The songs are about humor, laughter, silly sounds and words, and movement. The child is going back andforth between being independent and wanting mommy and daddy. Everyday activities like bath time are highlighted in the delightful book Pete and PJ from the Kinder-musik library. (14 week session)Materials fee includes: 2 CDs, home activity book, 2 music and movement books, zig zag blocks, and tote bag.

Code: Days: Dates: Time: No class: Registration Deadline:1003 Tuesdays Sept. 3 - Dec. 17 10:45am - 11:30am Oct. 22 & Nov. 26 Aug. 301004 Thursdays Sept. 5 - Dec. 19 9:30am - 10:15am Oct. 24 & Nov. 28 Sept. 31005 Fridays Sept. 6 - Dec. 20 9:30am - 10:15am Oct. 25 & Nov. 29 Sept. 4Fee: $155 residents / $160 non-residents (per session)Material Fee: $65 payable to instructor on 1st dayLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)

Kindermusik Imagine That! (3 5 years old without parent): 14 week sessionThe class is designed for children to attend without an adult for about 30-35 minutes and then parents/caregivers and siblings join the class for the last 10-15 minutes

for sharing time. The first class parents will attend the entire class WITHOUT siblings, if possible.See What I Saw: Books, storytelling, language, drama, puppetsthese are all essential ingredients to the Imagine That! curriculum. Each acts as a dramatic catalyst

for integrating thematic songs, activities, events, and feelings. In See What I Saw, you will enjoy the many wonders of a trip to Grasshopper Park. The music represents avariety of different cultures with songs from Ghana, Latin America, Greece, and France. You will find some favorites including Ha Ha This-a-Way Jim Along Josie, Mr.Sun, A Tisket, A Tasket, Shoo-Fly, and Allee Galloo. There are also many new, original compositions like the chant Everything is Just Fine.

Material fee includes: Materials fee includes: Lummi sticks and slide whistle instrument, a Grasshopper Park play set, two literature books, a Family Activity Book, two CDsand a backpack. (14 week session)Code: Days: Dates: Time: No class: Registration Deadline:1006 Thursdays Sept. 5 - Dec. 19 10:45am - 11:30am Oct. 24 & Nov. 28 Sept. 31007 Fridays Sept. 6 - Dec. 20 12:30pm - 1:15pm Oct. 25 & Nov. 29 Sept. 4Fee: $170 residents / $175 non-residents (per session)Material Fee: $70 payable to instructor on 1st dayLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)

Kindermusik Family Time (6 months 7 years old with parent/caregiver): 12 week sessionFamily Time - Bringing children of all ages together provides a dynamic and integrated learning experience for everyone. Sign language is incorporated into

each class. NEW- We will be using ABC Music & Me for this session. It will be a 12 week session and will include 3 sets of materials. We will do each unit for four weeks.Material fee includes: 3 CDs, 3 magazines, and 3 instruments. (12 week session)

Code: Days: Dates: Time: No class: Registration Deadline:1009 Tuesdays Sept. 10 - Dec. 10 6:00pm - 6:45pm Oct. 22 & Nov. 26 Sept. 6Fee: $125 residents / $130 non-residents (for first child)

$85 residents / $90 non-residents (for second child)$65 residents / $70 non-residents (for third child)

Material Fee: $60 per family payable to instructor on 1st dayLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)

Note: Children under 6 months

are free if attending with older

sibling.

Kindermusik ABC Music & Me (4 week sessions)

Research shows that music improves a childs memory, cognitive development, learning skills, and ability to expressemotion. Music makes a child a better learner, teaches self-control, improves coordination, enhances creativity and in-spires a lifetime appreciation of music and movement. All activities are chosen with the developmental skills of the child inmind. Register for the appropriate age group. Registration deadline is Jan. 3, 2014. Materials fee includes: Magazine, CDand instrument.

Ages: 2 - 3 1/2 year olds with parent/caregiverDates: Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21 & 28Time: 9:30 - 10:15amFee: $45 residents / $50 non-residentsCode: 1010Location: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Material Fee: $20 payable to instructor 1st day

Ages: 3 1/2 - 5 year olds without parent/caregiverDates: Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21 & 28Time: 11:30am - 12:15pmFee: $45 residents / $50 non-residentsCode: 1012Location: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Material Fee: $20 payable to instructor 1st day

Kindermusik Playdate

Get out of the house and come experience a Kinde

class in January when you might have cabin fever! If yo

never done Kindermusik, this a great introduction to the

If you have participated, this is an opportunity to continu

musical fun until the winter/spring session begins in Fe

Min. 4/ Max. 10

Date: Thursday, January 9, 2014Time: 9:30 am- 10:15 amFee: $8 residents/ $11 non-residentsCode: 1014

Date: Friday, January 24, 2014Time: 10:00 am- 10:45 amFee: $8 residents/ $11 non-resiCode: 1015


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early childhood

Youngsters and their parents, come out and decorate your very own pumpkin!We will provide everything you need in order to create your one of a kind pumpkin.Use your imagination when decorating with sparkling jewels, fun stickers, shinybuttons, wiggly pipe cleaners, silly eyes and much more! At the end of the classyou will enjoy a snack and be able to bring your pumpkin home. Parent participa-tion is required. Registration deadline is October 9th.

Ages: 2 - 6 yrs. with parentDay: Friday, October 11Time: 5:30 - 6:15pmFee: $10 residents / $11 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 8 / 16Code: 1022

Mini Pumpkins

Children will participate with their parent/caregiver as they are introduced tosoccer. This program aims at teaching the importance of sportsmanship and team-work while also making new friends. Activities will concentrate on introductory skillsand techniques while also keeping things fun. Children should wear gym shoesand shin guards and bring a water bottle. Balls and t-shirts will be provided.

Ages: 3 - 6 yrs. with parent or caregiverDay: MondaysTime: 10:00 - 11:00amLocation: Dyer Indoor Soccer Arena (14914 W. 101st Ave, Dyer)Code: Dates: Regis. Deadline1027 Sept. 23-Oct. 14 Sept. 201028 Nov. 18 - Dec. 9 Nov. 15Fee: $30 residents / $33 non-residents (per session)Limit: 6 / 15 (per session)

Kickn with the Kids

Ages: 3 - 6 year olds with parentDay: Tuesday, October 22Time: 11:30am - 12:30pmFee: $8 residents / $9 non-residents

Location: Doreens Pizza (726 Joliet (Rt. 30), Dyer)Limit: 5 / 12Code: 1018

Dyer Parks & Recreation has teamed up with Doreens Pizza to offer this fun program! Meet us at Doreens Pizza where you willcreate a 7 pizza. Also, a drink will be provided. Registration deadline is Friday, October 18th.

Lil Pizza Makers

Want to gobble up some fun? Bring your parents along for this special Thanks-

giving Holiday craft class. We will be creating a turkey project that you will able toproudly display or give to someone special. Staff will provide everything you needin order to create your very own turkey. At the end of class youll enjoy a smallsnack and bring your project home. Parent participation is required. Registrationdeadline is November 6th.

Ages: 2 - 6 yrs. with parentDay: Friday, November 8Time: 5:30 - 6:15pmFee: $10 residents / $11 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 8 / 12Code: 1020

Tiny Turkeys

Join us for Tea for Two. Little girls will light up the room while adorning beautifulgowns, feathered hats, tiaras, and jewels while enjoying light refreshments whilesipping tea (lemonade). Dress up gowns and accessories will be provided for thegirls during the party. The girls will also make and take home a small craft.Registration deadline is October 3.

Ages: 3 - 6 year oldsDay: Sunday, October 6Time: 1:00-2:00pmFee: $20 residents / $22 non-residents (price is for two)Location: Town Hall (Main Meeting Room)Limit: 6 / 12Code: 1024

Tea for Two

Little Dragons is a karate program that will provide your child with basic techniques

and escapes while developing self-confidence, focus, attention span, discipline, coor-dination and flexibility. Students are separated after stretching according to their rank.

This is a year-round program but you can start at any session. Uniforms and rank

certification are available from the instructor for an additional fee. This program gets

the student ready to progress to the youth program. Wear comfortable clothes.

Ages: 4 - 6 yrs.Day: TuesdaysCode: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1025 Sept. 10 Nov. 12 (off 10/1 & 11/5) Sept. 61026 Nov. 19 - Jan. 21 (off Dec. 24 & Dec. 31) Nov. 15Time: 5:15 - 6:00pmLocation: Schererville Community Center

(500 E. Joliet St., Schererville)Fee: $45 residents / $49 non-residents (per session)Limit: 3/15 (per session)

Little Dragons

Its that time of the year again and we are all getting ready for the Holidays!Decorations are extra special when they are made by your little elf. Variousornaments to display, or give as a gift, will be made during this class. Registrationdeadline is Thursday, December 12.

Ages: 3-6yrs.Date: Monday, December 16Time: 5:30-6:15 pmFee: $7 residents/$8 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 5/12Code: 1021

Holly Jolly Ornaments

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6 weeks / 1 class per week- $59.006 weeks / 2 classes per week- $115.006 weeks/ 3 classes per week- $156.00


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Get ready to be pampered! Our pampering Spa party was designed for theolder girl who wants to pamper herself and have lots of girly fun with her friends.This party is age appropriate and fabulously fun for girls. They will enjoy spa treat-ments such as mini-manis and do-you-own exfoliation and facials.They will also have spa ponies/buns during spa experience then glittery glam up-do's after facials and finish with a fun, take home craft. Registration deadline isTuesday, September 17.

Ages: 7-10 yrs.Date: Friday, September 20Time: 6:00-7:30pmFee: $20 residents / $22 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 5/ 8Code: 1100

Spa PartyAre her princess days over? Are fairy wings, pixie dust and princess crowns a

thing of the past? Your dearest diva will join other divas in celebrating their rock-star-selves!!! 'The Party Stops Here' will provide dress up wardrobe from everycolor tutu down to the rock star sunglasses. Face designs or light up make-upapplication will be applied before striking a pose on the runway. The divas will thenbelt it out singing karaoke. The girls will also create a take-home craft. This party isall about glitz & glam. An event your rock star will not want to miss. Registrationdeadline is Nov. 13.

Ages: 6-9 yrs.

Date: Friday, Nov. 15Time: 6:00 - 7:30pmFee: $20 residents / $22 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 5 / 12Code: 1101

Diva Rock Star Party

Bumper Bowling for youngsters ages 3-6. All the fun of bowling and no gutterballs! Fee includes shoe rental and games for the entire session and a t-shirt.

Advance registration is required. Requests to be on the same lane can be re-quested at registration. Participants must wear bowling shoes. Smallest rentalshoe is childrens size 8. Parent participation is required.

Ages: 3 - 6 yrs. with parentDay: MondaysTime: 4:00 - 4:45pmFee: $23 residents / $25 non-residents (per session)Location: Stardust Bowl III (1330 Sheffield Ave.)Limit: 9 / 15 (per session)Code: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1105 Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 Sept. 61106 Oct. 7 - Oct. 28 Oct. 41107 Nov. 4- Dec. 2 (off 11/11) Nov. 1

Bumper Bowling

Dyer Parks & Recreation will be celebrating Grandparents Day on Sunday, Seber 29th. Children ages 3 and older may invite their grandparents or special seniothis celebration! Activities include games, music, bingo, pictures, a light snack, driand fun! Start a new family tradition by registering for this annual event. Children

enjoy this special time together! Registration deadline is September 26. Additionachildren and adults will be $5.00 extra.

Ages: 3 and olderFee: $15 residents / $16 non-residents (includes child & two adults)Day: Sunday, September 29Location: Town Hall (Main Meeting Room)Time: 1:00 - 2:15pmLimit: 5 / 12

Code: 1113

Grandparents DayImagine the look on your childs face when the mail arrives and he/she sees a

personalized letter from Santa. The elves are busy building toys for all the good little

boys & girls and soon, Santa will be packing his

sleigh and on his way to your house! Parents, this isa great way for you to find out what your child/

children would like for Christmas and to let Santa

know how he/she is doing in school, behaving or

helping out. This letter will include their siblings

names, friends names, favorite cookie, presents

that the child has asked for and anything that you

would like for Santa to know. Hurry in so Santa can get all of his letters in the mail and

in to your child/childrens hands. Hint Sheets will be accepted anytime between now

and December 16th.

Fee: $3 per letterCode: 1111

Letters from Santa

Looking for something different for your kids before the holidays? Sign them ufor the 3rd annual Candy Cane Hunt! Children ages 3-9 (with parent) will enjoymaking a holiday craft, having hot cocoa and decorating cookies, all prior tosearching for hidden candy canes outside in Elmer Miller Park.

Dress for outdoor fun, but if the weather is bad, we will move the hunt inside.Participants will meet at Plum Creek Center, 222 Schulte St. Once there, we wilenjoy the indoor activities and then head outside, with our hats and mittens on, fthe Candy Cane Hunt! Children can then search the park for as many candy canas they can find. Bags for the hunt will be provided. Advance registration isrequired by Nov. 29.

Ages: 3 - 9 year olds with parentDate: Sun. December 1Time: 1:30 - 3:00pmFee: $10 residents / $11 non-residentsLocation: Plum Creek Center (and Elmer Miller Park) 222 Schulte St.Limit: 10 / 45Code: 1114

No school, snow, winter...what do all these remind you of? WINTER BREAK! Schoolsout for the holiday, but dont worry parents we have the perfect camp to keep your littleones busy. Your child will enjoy playing innovative games, having indoor snowballfights, making crafts for the holiday, and much more. We will meet in Plum Creek Centerfor the duration of this camp. Sign up now before its too late!

Ages: 6-10 yrs.Days: Monday-FridayDates: Dec. 23-Jan. 3 (off 12/24, 12/25, & 1/1)Time: 12:30-2:30pmLocation: Plum Creek Center (222 Schulte St.)Fee: $35 residents/$38 non-residentsLimit: 10/30Code: 1112

Winter Break Camp

NEW!

221 US Hwy 41,Suite F

Schererville, IN46375

Phone: 219-322-JAKS

Website:jakswarehouse.com

TRUCKLOADS OF CRAZY INTENSE FUN!


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Sensei Roger Jerome (9th Degree) and Sensei Dotty Jerome (7th Degree)have spent years developing Wado-Ki, a style of the ancient Okinawan martial artof Karate that stresses discipline and promotes fitness.

Ages: 7 yrs. - adultDay: TuesdaysCode: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1146 Sept. 10 Nov. 12 (off 10/1 & 11/5) Sept. 61147 Nov. 19 - Jan. 21 (off Dec. 24 & Dec. 31) Nov. 15Time: 6:00 - 6:45pmLocation: Schererville Community Center

(500 E. Joliet St., Schererville)Fee: $45 residents / $49 non-residents (per session)Notes: *Wear comfortable clothes

*Uniforms are not required to participate but are available frominstructor for an additional cost if interested

Wado-Ki Karate

Adults&

Teenstoo!

Get active and have some fun! Register now for bowling. Each week well bowl amuch as time permits. Well have no more than three kids per lane to ensure more

bowling time. Fee includes t-shirt, games and shoe rental for the entire session.

Ages: 6 - 13 year oldsDay: MondaysTime: 4:15 - 5:30pmFee: $28 residents / $30 non-residents (per session)Location: Stardust Bowl III (1330 Sheffield)Limit: 10 / 20 (per session)Code: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1138 Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 Sept. 61139 Oct. 7 - Oct. 28 Oct. 41140 Nov. 4- Dec. 2 (off 11/11) Nov. 1

Bowling

Does your child enjoy music and having fun? Let us teach them several Ballroom and Latin dances! Theycan get exercise while improving balance, posture, flexibility, timing, coordination as well as confidence andself-esteem. They will develop important skills such as teamwork, communication, goal-setting, and learning tokeep going in life even when you make mistakes.Note: No partner or experience needed.

Location: Premiere Dance Studio (425 U.S. Hwy 30 Suite 100 in the Galleria Building)Day: WednesdaysFee: $40 residents/ $44 non-residents (per session)

Limit: 6/15 (per session)Ages 5-10 Ages 11-15

Time: 4:00-4:40 pm Time: 4:45-5:25 pm

Code: Dates: Reg. deadline Code: Dates: Reg. deadline1120 Sept. 4-25 Sept. 3 1128 Sept. 4-25 Sept. 31121 Oct. 2-23 Oct. 1 1129 Oct. 2-23 Oct. 11122 Oct. 30- Nov. 20 Oct. 29 1130 Oct. 30- Nov. 20 Oct. 291123 Nov. 27- Dec. 18 Nov. 26 1131 Nov. 27- Dec. 18 Nov. 26

Beginner Dance Lessons for Children


youth

Have you ever worn your pajamas out in the winter?Well, its time to get out of the house and have some funGet together with some old friends and meet some newones too! Children will enjoy a special holiday movie alonwith creating a small craft. Participants will also play beabag games and musical chairs as well as enjoy pizza andmusic. Sign up today for this entertaining program. Registration deadline is Wed. December 4th.

Ages: 4 - 10 year oldsDay: Friday, December 6Time: 6:00 - 8:00pmFee: $12 residents / $13 non-residentsLocation: Plum Creek Center, 222 Schulte St.Limit: 6 / 20Code: 1118

Jammin Pajamas

Interested in being certified for babysitting? Join our new BLAST! TrainingCourse. BLAST! (Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training) is a 4 hour course whichincludes a course completion certificate, program materials (includes a student man-ual) and training in pediatric first aid, household safety and fundamentals of child-care. Please bring a snack and drink. Registration deadline is Nov. 14.

Ages: 11- 15 yrs.Day: Saturday, November 16Time: 9:00 am - 1:00pmLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Fee: $25 residents / $27 non-residents (per session)Code: 1145Limit: 5 / 12 (per session)

BLAST! (Babysitter Lessons & Safety Training)

Be the envy of your friends when you show them what you can make with knittingneedles and a skein of yarn! Bring a friend and learn to knit together. The new andbeautiful yarns and patterns will inspire you to make beautiful hats, slippers, finger-

less gloves, pillows or even a cupcake for your bedroom. Boys and girls are bothwelcome! Participants are required to bring 2 (size 8) knitting needles and 1 skein ofknitting worsted yarn (no variegated or dark colors please). Items can be purchasedat any craft store. Parents are welcome to attend but must also be registered.

Ages: 8 - 15 yrs.Day: FridaysTime: 5:00 - 6:00pmCode: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1135 Sept. 6 - Sept. 27 Sept. 41136 Oct. 4 - Oct. 25 Oct. 21137 Nov. 1 - Nov. 22 Oct. 30Fee: $20 residents / $22 non-residents (per session)Location: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Limit: 2 / 8 (per session)

Knitting for Kids

The weather is cooling off and hot chocolate isquite warming. Decorate your very own mug duringthis special holiday class. Keep your one of a kindcraft or make it a special gift for a parent, grand-parent or caregiver. A wooden Halloween orna-ment will also be yours to decorate. All suppliesare provided, so bring a friend and have double thefun! Reg. deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 16.

Ages: 5 - 10 yrs.Day: Thursday, October 17Time: 5:30 - 6:15pmFee: $10 residents / $11 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Limit: 5 / 15Code: 1116

Fall & Halloween Craft

Children ages 7-12 years old will have an eeriegood time while decorating and/or painting a silly,scary, funny or creepy face on a large pumpkin. Letyour imagination run wild while we supply everythingyou need to make this, a one of a kind pumpkin. Dontput up with the mess at home, sign you child/childrenup for this class and let Dyer Parks & Recreation takecare of the clean up. Halloween will be here beforeyou know it! Registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 11.

Ages: 7 - 12 yrs.

Day: Monday, October 14thTime: 6:00 - 7:00pmFee: $10 residents / $11 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 5 / 12Code: 1117

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Support Dyer Parks & Recreation by advertisingwithin future Leisuregrams. If you are interested in

advertising in a future publication, please call (219) 865-2505 for more info.The Winter-Spring brochure will arrive home in mid-late December, 2013

followed by the 2014 Summer brochure in mid-April 2014.Over8,500copies are printed and mailed to all residents and

businesses in the Dyer, IN 46311 zip code.Certain restrictions apply. Contact Dyer Parks &

Recreation for more information.

Advertise


adults

80% of the adult population will experience back pain at some point in their life.Adults are predisposed to low back pain due to two major lifestyle factors. First badsitting posture causes increased pressure and overstretching. Second, frequency offlexion causes trauma. This information course will cover finding your individualcorrect posture, instruction in body mechanics with several daily activities, and pre-ventive exercises to avoid LBP. Free injury screens are included for any individualattending the class by a licensed physical therapist certified in the treatment of lowback pain.

Ages: 16 and older

Day: ThursdaysCode: Dates: Registration deadline:1200 Sept. 12 Sept. 101201 Oct. 10 Oct. 81202 Nov. 14 Nov. 121203 Dec. 12 Dec. 10Times: 1:00-1:45pmLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Fee: FREELimit: 1 / 10 (per session)

Posture & Body Mechanics Training

Join Nancy, our instructor, in this mat based class designed to strengthen andtone major muscles including the abs and lower back while improving flexibility. Tclass will focus on core strengthening to improve posture and promote overall bodawareness. It is suitable for all fitness levels and great for the beginner.

Ages: 16 & olderDay: WednesdaysTime: 7:00 - 7:55pmLocation: Plum Creek Center (222 Schulte St.)Fees: 6 week sessions ~ $45 residents / $49 non-residentsLimit: 6 / 15 (per session)Note: participants provide their own mat for the classCode: Dates: Registration Deadline:1235 Oct. 2 - Nov.6 Sept. 301236 Nov. 13-Dec. 18 Nov. 11

Pilates

Come sit and enjoy learning how to knit or just brush up on your knitting skills.Participants will be amazed at the fact that this craft is both creative and inspiring.Walk away with a feeling of accomplishment when you see the beautiful wearableand decorative items that you can make for yourself. Knitting is not only relaxing, ihelps to relieve tension and its FUN! Even if you know how to knit, this is a greatopportunity to relax and socialize. Participants are required to bring 2 (size 8) knittneedles and 1-skein of knitting worsted yarn (no variegated or dark colors please)Items can be purchased at any craft store.

Ages: 16 & olderDay: Fridays

Time: 6:00 - 7:00pmCode: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1205 Sept. 6 - Sept. 27 Sept. 41206 Oct. 4 - Oct. 25 Oct. 21207 Nov. 1 - Nov. 22 Oct. 30Fee: $25 residents / $27 non-residents (per session)Location: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Limit: 2/8 (per session)

Sit-n-Knit

In the early 1990s most golf instruction only included coaching, equipment, anmental preparation. Since 1996, with the increase in well trained athletes, the PGhas changed its standards to basic instruction, course management, shot makingskills, mental/emotion, equipment, and PHYSICAL CONDITIONING. This course cover common swing faults and a physical screen to determine YOUR specific phcal limitation with your golf swing to improve your ball striking. A free injury screenbe included for any individual that has pain, by a licensed physical therapist certifby the Titelist Performance Institute for golf fitness.

Ages: 16 and olderDay: Thursdays

Code: Dates: Registration deadline:1210 Sept. 12 Sept. 101211 Oct. 10 Oct. 81212 Nov. 14 Nov. 121213 Dec. 12 Dec. 10Times: 7:00-7:45pmLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Fee: FREELimit: 1 / 10 (per session)

Golf Fitness Training

Studies show that yoga is beneficial for good health and stress reduction. Tclass is a beginners level, Hatha style yoga class. Safety and proper alignment aemphasized. Participants will learn yoga poses, breathing techniques, meditativeexercises and other lifestyle teachings from the yoga tradition. Participants shouldbring a mat and wear loose fitting clothes. Registration deadlinesare 1 day prior to each session.

Ages: 16 & olderLimit: 6 / 10 (per session)Day: TuesdaysCode: Dates: Time: Fees:1218 Oct. 1 Nov. 5 6:00 - 7:00pm $50 residents / $55 non-resid1219 Oct. 1 Nov. 5 7:15 - 8:15pm $50 residents / $55 non-resid

Above two are 6 week sessions1220 Nov. 19-Dec. 17 6:00 - 7:00pm $42 residents / $47 non-resid1221 Nov. 19-Dec. 17 7:15 - 8:15pm $42 residents / $47non-resid

Above two are 5 week sessionsThe 6:00pm classes are held at Plum Creek Center (222 Schulte St.) and the

7:15pm classes are held at the Town Hall (Activity Room B).

Yoga

Zumba is known as a fitness party! Dance yourself into fitness using Latin music.Its a great and effective workout using dance moves such as the meringue, salsa,cumbia, and hip-hop. Please bring a towel and water bottle to class.

Ages: 15 & olderLocation: Plum Creek Center, 222 Schulte St.Limit: 8 / 20 (per session)

Monday Evening Classes

Day: MondaysFee: $37 residents/$40 non-residents (6 weeks)Time: 6:00 - 6:45pmCode: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1222 Sept. 9 Oct. 21 (off 10/14) Sept. 61223 Nov. 4 Dec. 9 Nov. 1

Thursday Evening ClassesDay: ThursdaysFee: $25 residents/$27 non-residents

Code: Dates: Time: Regis. Deadline:1225 Sept. 12 - Oct. 3 6:00-6:45pm Sept. 101226 Sept. 26 - Oct. 17 7:00-7:45pm Sept. 24

1227 Oct. 17 Nov. 7 6:00-6:45pm Oct. 151228 Oct. 24 - Nov. 21 (off 11/7) 7:00-7:45pm Oct. 221229 Nov. 14 - Dec. 12 (off 11/28) 6:00-6:45pm Nov. 121230 Dec. 5-Jan 2 (off 12/26) 7:00-7:45pm Dec. 3

Zumba

Join us at Premiere Dance Studio for some fun with Latin dance. During this sixweek session you will learn dances such as the salsa, bachata, cha cha, rumba andswing while meeting new people and getting in shape. No partner or experience isnecessary, just bring comfortable shoes to dance in.

Ages: 18 & olderDay: TuesdaysTime: 7:00 - 7:40pmLocation: Premiere Dance Studio (425 U.S. Hwy 30 Suite 100, Galleria Building)Code: Dates: Registration Deadline:1215 Sept. 17 - Oct. 22 Sept. 131216 Oct. 29 - Dec. 3 Oct. 25Fees: $50 residents / $55 non-residents (per session)Limit: 5 / 15 (per session)

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Join our Wii Bowling League for Seniors! Wii Bowling has eruptedamong the Senior community and its here in Dyer. No partner is neededand each participant will bowl once a week, bowling 2 games in succes-

sion. Each session is 8 weeks.Ages: 55 & olderDay: ThursdaysTime: weekly games vary between 9:30am-12:30pmLocation: Town Hall (Main Meeting Room)Limit: 8 / 24 (per session)Fee: $13 residents/$15 non-residents

Code: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1252 Aug. 22 Oct. 10 Aug. 201253 Oct. 17- Dec. 12 (off 11/28) Oct. 15

Wii Bowling League (55+)

adults

Tai Chi Chih-Joy thru movement is a series of 19 movements and one pose thatcirculate and balance energy (Chi) within the body. It is a slow, meditative approachto increasing energy, reducing stress, weight and blood pressure control, mentalclarity and longevity. TCC is accessible to all ages and fitness levels. Not a martialart. Pete Gregory is the only certified instructor in NWI. More info. visitwww.taichichih.org. You must have completed beginners course to participate. CallPete at (219) 671-4636 for further information. Registration deadline is 1 day prior toeach session.

Ages: 18 & olderLocation: Plum Creek Center (222 Schulte St.)

Fee: $45 residents / $50 non-residents (per session)Limit: 5/15 (per session)Code: Day: Dates: Time:1240 Tuesdays Sept. 10 - Oct. 29 7:15-8:30pm1241 Thursdays Oct. 10 - Dec. 5 (off 11/28) 9:00-10:15am1242 Tuesdays Nov. 5- Jan. 7 (off 12/24 & 12/ 31) 7:15-8:30pm1243 Thursdays Dec. 12 - Jan. 30 9:00-10:15am

Tai Chi Chih - advanced


Interested in being certified for CPR/AED? Join our new 2 hour longclass. You will receive a completion certificate good for two years, pro-gram materials (includes a student manual) and training in how to performCPR and use an AED during an emergency. The class is through ESCI(Emergency Service & Care Institute). Registration deadline is Thursday,October 31.

Ages: 16 & olderDates: Saturday, November 2Time: 9:00 - 11:00amFee: $36 residents / $39 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 5 / 12Code: 1245

CPR/AED

Indoor volleyball will be held at Kahler Middle School for adults 21 & older. Eachweek will consist of recreational pick-up games. Due to school functions there may bedelayed starts on select dates. Registration deadline is Sept. 9th if space still remainsfor this 14 week session.

Ages: 21 & olderDay: WednesdaysCode: Dates:1237 Sept. 11 - Dec. 11Time: 7:00 - 9:00pmLocation: Kahler Middle School gym (600 Joliet St.) (enter west side of school)Fee: $40 residents / $44 non-residentsLimit: 20 / 44Notes: registration is not accepted on site

Spectators are not allowedSchool functions may cause cancelations: TBA

Co-Rec Volleyball

Interested in being certified for First Aid & CPR/AED? Join our new 4hour long class. You will receive a completion certificate good for twoyears, program materials (includes a student manual) and training in FirstAid/CPR/AED skills along with injury prevention and stroke recognition.The class is through ESCI (Emergency Service & Care Institute).Registration deadline is Thursday, October 10.

Ages: 16 & olderDates: Saturday, October 12Time: 9:00am - 1:00pmFee: $36 residents / $41 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room B)Limit: 5 / 12Code: 1247

CPR/AED/First Aid

Ever wonder if your blood type has anything to do with your health and well-ness? In this class, find out what your blood type says about your diet, exercise, andeven your personality. Participants are required to know their blood type prior toattending the class. If you are unaware of your blood type, check with your doctor oruse an online testing kit to find out.

Ages: 16 & olderDay: WednesdaysTime: 6:30-7:30pmLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Fee: $23 residents/$25 non-residentsLimit: 5/20Code: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1257 Sept. 18 Sept. 161258 Oct. 16 Oct. 141259 Nov. 20 Nov. 18

Living Right for Your Blood Type

Learn how to make delicious desserts while sneaking in extra fruits and vege-tables. Participants will learn to make wholesome, homemade treats the whole familywill enjoy! Mom AND Dads will enjoy learning to bake these unique and kid-testedtreats. Registration Deadline is September 19.

Ages: 18 & olderDay: MondaysDates: Sept. 23 Oct. 28Time: 7:00 - 8:00pmFee: $55 residents / $60 non-residentsLocation: Plum Creek Center (222 Schulte St.)Limit: 5 / 20Code: 1255

If You Give a Mom a MuffinShell Probably Sneak a Veggie Into It!

Remember when you were a little kid and your parents would call you in fromplaying to eat dinner? You would rush in, eat as fast as you could, and then rush back

out to play. Back then you were living on life-feeding your imagination all the time. Aswe grow older, we often forget how to find that creative potential that is so importantto our health and happiness. Learn to dive back into your creative side through aguided breathing exercise, stretch, drawing, and writing exercises designed toawaken the imagination. Each participant will leave with a piece of art that representstheir own unique life and creative path. Participants are asked to bring a 64 ct. box ofCrayola crayons and a black permanent marker.

Ages: 16 & olderDay: ThursdaysTime: 6:00-8:00pmLocation: Town Hall (Activity Room A)Fee: $25 residents/$27 non-residentsLimit: 5/18Code: Dates: Regis. Deadline:1248 Sept. 26 Sept. 241249 Oct. 24 Oct. 22

Lost: Finding your Creative Imagination


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special events


Our 12th annual flashlight Halloween hunt for boys and girls. All par-ticipants need to bring their own flashlightand plastic bag. Pizza andpop, sponsored by Bob & Jacks Pizza, will be served before beginningthe hunt for a little bite. After eating, the kids will head out to Elmer

Miller Park for the hunt and possibly a lit tle fright. Following the hunt willbe a spooktacularraffle for all kinds of neat prizes and goodies! Regis-tration deadline is October 28th is space still remains.

Ages: 7 - 12 yrs.Day: Wednesday, October 30thTime: 6:00 - 7:15pmFee: $10 residents / $11 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (main meeting room)Limit: 20 / 50Code: 1400

Adult volunteers are needed to help with this event.

Our 13th annual Halloween Parade is back! Every yearthe parade gets bigger and better! ALL AGES are invitedto dress up in their best Halloween Costume and join usas we parade from Town Hall to Pheasant Hills Park andback. First 200 kids will get a goodie bag. Following theparade well have a raffle for more prizes and goodies.

Prizes will be awarded for: Best Costume, Youngest inCostume, Oldest in Costume, Best Traditional Costume,

Best Dressed Pet, and MORE!!!

Hey Kids! After you registefor the Parade, make sure t

stop by and play the freegames at the Dyer Chambe

Fun Fair!A themed picture scene wi

also be available!

Ages: ALL AGES are welcomeDay: Saturday, October 19Registration: 1:00 - 1:45pm (at Town Hall)Parade begins: 2:00pm (from Town Hall)Fee: FREE

Our 5th annual flashlight Halloween hunt for 4-6 year old

boys and girls. All participants need to bring their own flash-

light and plastic bag. Small snacks will be served before the

hunt begins and we will also create a Halloween craft! Then

it will be time to enjoy a little fright while we go on our indoor

hunt! Registration deadline is October 24th if space stillremains.

Ages: 4 - 6 yrs.Day: Monday, October 28thTime: 6:00 - 7:00pmFee: $8 residents / $9 non-residentsLocation: Town Hall (main meeting room)Limit: 10 / 24Code: 1401

Chamber ofCommerceHalloween

Fun Fair

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special events

National Visit a Park Day is a day where we encourage our community

members to set aside unnecessary obligations and visit a local park. Parks

can provide a multitude of experiences while enhancing the quality of life.

Come as a family and enjoy the simplicity of outdoor enjoyment!

Have fun flying kits, blow some bubbles, enjoy a bag of popcorn, create a

fall craft and play various games (parents included). This event is FREE,

but prior registration is required by Thursday, October 3.

Call (219) 865-2505 to register!

Date: Saturday, October 5

Time: 12:00-2:00pmLocation: Central Park (900 Central Park Boulevard)

Code: 1402

Dyer Parks & Recreation will be hosting a private party, at JAKS War

house (located in Omni), on Thursday, October 24th! Discounted tickets

can be purchased for $25.00 each (CASH ONLY) at the Dyer Parks &

Recreation Department only! Pizza and pop will be served from 5:00-

6:00pm and unlimited attractions until 9:00pm. Fee includes 2 slice of

pizza and pop, 4 hours of unlimited attractions, and a $10.00 game cardHurry and get your tickets, space is limited!!

Date: October 24

Time: 5:00-9:00pm

Fee: $25 per ticket (cash only)

Location: JAKS Warehouse (221 Us Highway 41, Schererville)

Code: 1405

JAKSWarehouse Family Event

Come one, come all, and make this trip a family event! See the

spectacular lights, shop for that unique gift, or just stroll along the Mag-

nificent Mile. Michigan Avenue has so much to offer; amazing window

displays, great food, and many unique shops. Participants will be riding

in the luxury of a coach bus that will depart at 9:00am and return at

approx. 4:00pm to the Dyer Town Hall. No need to drive to Chicago and

pay for parking! Convenient curb side drop off and pick up at Daley

Plaza. Make your first stop at the Christkindlmarket, located in Daley

Plaza. Fee is per person and is for transportation only. Shopping and

food is on your own. Please park in the rear parking lot of the Dyer

Town Hall. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 18 and

older.

Date: Saturday, December 7Time: 9:00am pick up & 4:00pm return to DyerFee: $25.00Code: 1305Min./Max. 40 participantsReg. Deadline: Friday, November 29

Big Lights in the City

Dont wait in long lines to purchase tickets at the Amusement Park.Purchase your admission tickets ahead of time and save time and money!

Tickets are sold Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm in theParks and Recreation office at Town Hall through September 30th.

Only cash and money orders will be accepted for these tickets.2 & under are free and dont need an admission ticket.

These tickets can be used on any day the park is open to the public betweenAugust 1 - October 27, 2013 including the Fright Fest dates this year!

Discount Tickets: $39.50 each

Six Flags Great America Discount Tickets

TICKETS GOOD

FOR FRIGHTFEST!

DYER

FAMILYFUN!



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Elmer Miller Park (immediately south of Town Hall; 222 Schulte St.)Seating for approximately 50

~Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $20*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ............... ........ $80*

~Non-Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $40*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ............... ........ $110*

Northgate Park (3 blocks south of Main St. on Calumet Ave.)Seating for approximately 100

~Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $30*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ............... ........ $110*

~Non-Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $50*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ............... ........ $150*

2013 Picnic Shelter Reservations

Pheasant Hills Park - North Shelter(Greiving St. & Nondorf Ave.)Seating for approximately 40

~Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $20*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ...................... $80*

~Non-Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $40*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ...................... $110*

Pheasant Hills Park - South Shelter(Mary St. & Andrew Dr.)Seating for approximately 100

~Residents:Monday-Thursday ................................................... $30*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ...................... $110*


Central Park (900 Central Park Boulevard)Seating for approximately 100~Residents:

Monday-Thursday ................................................... $60*Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Holiday ...................... $150*


*Clean-up and damage deposit (applies to all rentals) $50Call (219) 865-2505 with any questions or to check date availability.

All shelters have water drinking fountains & electricity available.

Reservations for the picnic shelters in the Town of Dyer parks are accepted in person on a first-come, first-served basis, during business hours inJanuary for the same calendar year. A reservation guarantees the shelter availability for the day desired. Town ordinance also requires any group of 15or more people must have a permit to use the parks.

Full payment (fee + deposit) in the form of cash or check is accepted to hold the date and is non-refundable. The clean-up and damage deposit of$50 is mandatory for all shelter reservations and is refundable upon Park Board approval. The 7% Indiana General Sales Tax is added to the fees be-low but not to the clean-up and damage deposit.

Shelters are typically available for reservations between May 15 - October 15.

Plum Creek Center Rental Rates

*A $100 clean-up and damage deposit is also required on all rentals. This is a refundable feto ensure the facility is cleaned up and no damage is caused.

Add Hours: Additional hours can be added to your minimum four hour rental time at a rate $62.50/hour for Residents and $87.50/hour for Non-Residents.

2 FREE hours: When you book the Plum Creek Center for 4 hours you actually get 6! Weadd on 1 free hour for set-up and 1 free hour for clean-up. Get 6 hours for the price of 4!

Reservations are accepted up to one year in advance.

Resident

$250 per 4 hours*

Non-Resident

$350 per 4 hours*

Room Dimensions and Table SizesGathering Room .... ..... 40 x 53Kitchen .............. .......... 9 x 11Round Tables ..... ........ 13 (60 diameter) fits 8 chairs/tableRectangular Tables ..... 6 (8 x 30) and 2 (6 x 30)

serving tables, gift tables, etc.Chairs..................... ..... 100 cushioned chairs

Hall Capacity ............... 100 peopleDeck ............... ............. 30 x 60with 5 permanent round tables & attached seats

Plum Creek Centerat Elmer Miller Park222 Schulte Street, Dyer, IN

Anniversaries

Baby Showers

Banquets

Birthday Parties

Business Meetings

Family Gatherings

Graduations

Wedding Showers

A great place to meet for

AmenitiesThe Plum Creek Center is fully accessible and offers the following:

Tables and chairs for up to 100 guests

Kitchen with a stove (4 burners & an oven), refrigerator &microwave.

Large carpeted gathering room

Exterior deck overlooking Plum Creek

Heating/Air Conditioning

Smoke free facility

Scenic view of Plum Creek and Historical Elmer Miller Park

Bring your own catering or pot-luck family style food

Available projector screen

Plum Creek Center is available to rent on Fridays (until 10pm), Saturdays (until 10pm)and Sundays (until 9pm) when not being used for Town functions. The one hour of clean-up may occur after these closing times. Call (219) 865-2505 to schedule a facility tour.

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general information


All refund requests must be made in writing prior to the rental reservation date and submitted during regular business hours. Any refunds will beconsidered at the next monthly Park Board meeting, and upon approval, will be mailed to the customer in the form of a check. Refunds takeapproximately 3-6 weeks to process.

Facility Rentals:Facility rentals that are canceled 14 days or more in advance of the rental date will receive a full refund minus a $10.00 administrative fee.Facility rentals that are canceled between three-thirteen days in advance of the rental date will receive a full refund of the clean-up and

damage deposit and a 50% refund of the rental fees.Facility rentals that are canceled 48 hours or less in advance of the rental datewill receive a full refund of the clean-up and damage

deposit but will not receive any refund of the rental fees.Once the date of reservation has passed, no refunds will be given for facility rentals.Any facility cancelations made by the Town of Dyer Parks and Recreation department will cause a 100% full refund to the renter with no

administrative fee.Refund requests for non-use of a facility due to documented medical emergency or death will be considered on an individual basis taking

into consideration the expenses incurred by the Park Department.

Recreation Programs and Trips:No refunds will be given fortrips unless the seat can be resold. If it can be resold, a refund will be made subject to a service charge of

$5.00.Class cancellations made by the Parks and Recreation Department will result in a 100% refund that will be mailed to the customer. If the

customer is a minor, the refund will go to the Parent/Guardian who signs the registration form. If you wish to apply this refund to an-other class, you must notify the Parks and Recreation Department immediately.

Refund requests received 5 or more business days before the first class meeting will be approved, less a service charge of $5.00.If a refund request is received less than 5 business days prior to the start of a class and it causes enrollment to fall below the minimum

and the vacancy cannot be filled; no refund will be given. If enrollment does not fall below the minimum, a refund will be given less aservice charge of $5.00.

Refund requests received after the start of a class shall be deniedexcept that such a refund request based upon a medical doctorswritten excuse submitted prior to completion of the class will result in a pro-rated refund (except as hereinafter provided) based uponthe number of classes held prior to the date of the refund request, less a $5.00 service charge and program supply costs. If such arefund request causes a class to fall below the minimum number required, and the vacancy cannot be filled, no refund will be given.

All recreation program and trip refunds applied for are subject to a $5.00 service charge, except that fees of $10.00 or less shall be subjecto a service charge equal to 10% of the fee. This policy was adopted 2/9/2011 by the Park Board.

Refund Policy

On occasion, Town of Dyer staff or designee may take photos or videoof participants in programs & events or people in our parks.

Please be aware that these may be used in future publications, on theTown website, our Facebook site, press releases orfor local public access. We also welcome the local press to cover our

programs and special events and grant them permission for the same.

Photo Policy

1. Proof of residency will be checked upon payment. Residents who pproperty taxes to the Town of Dyer are considered residents. Resi-dents of Munster will pay the resident rate per the partnership. Allothers may register at the non-resident rate.

2. Unless otherwise stated, participants must be the age required in thprogram description by the first day of the class.

3. All participants MUST sign a waiver & release form to participate(parent or legal guardian MUST sign for participants under 18 yrs. oage) in any program or event that requires registration.

4. Programs will not be held if registration is insufficient.5. Phone registration will not be accepted unless otherwise noted.6. If special accommodations are needed to make our programs acce

sible, please contact the Dyer Parks & Recreation office at (219) 862505.

7. Cash, checks and money orders are accepted for paymentexcepwhere noted. Returned NSF checks will result in a service fee.

8. Registration deadlines are at 4pm on the day listed. After hours regtration will not be accepted after 4pm on the registration deadlineday. Not all services are available through after-hours registration.

Registration Policies

Do you have an idea for a class or program you would like to see of-fered? Better yet, do you have a special interest or talent you would liketo share with others? Dyer Parks and Recreation is always looking for

new program ideas and instructors with creative ideas or hidden talentsto teach or lead various recreation classes. If you have a particular inter-est/talent and are willing to lead activities, or if you have a suggestion for

a new program, please call Andrea Daliege, Recreation Supervisor at(219) 865-2505 or by email at [email protected].

Create a Class!

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Regulations of the US Dept. of Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination indepartmental Federally Assisted Programs on the basis of race, color, nationalorigin, age or handicap. Any person who believes he or she has been discrimi-nated against in any program, activity or facility owned by a recipient of Federal

assistance should write to:Director, Equal Opportunity Program; National Park Service; PO Box 37127;

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program registrationThree ways to register!

1. In Person:Stop by the Dyer Town Hall, Parksand Recreation office. Cash andChecks only. Sorry, no credit cards.Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Dyer Town Hall is located on the south

side of US Route 30, the 2nd building eastof Hart Street.

Office will be closed Sept. 2, Nov. 11, 28,29, Dec. 24, 25 & Jan. 1. The office alsocloses periodically for staff trainings, meet-ings, programs, Plum Creek Center toursand periods of unexpected occurrences.Call (219) 865-2505 to confirm an officeattendant.

2. Mail In:Fill out the registration form belowand include fee (checks made pay-able to: Town of Dyer) and mail to:

Dyer Parks and Recreation1 Town SquareDyer IN 46311

3. Drop Off:Place a completed registration form(below) with proper payment in anenvelope and drop it in the silverafter-hours drop box located in theDyer Town Hall parking lot.

Additional registration forms are available to download from our website:www.townofdyer.com/parks

Click on Program Registration.

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE PRINT Parent or Guardian

Parent or Guardian Name: Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY):

Address: Daytime Telephone:

City: State: Zip: Evening Telephone:

E-mail:

Participants

First Name

Participants

Last Name

Birthday

MM/DD/YY

Sex Code Program NameShirt

SizeFee

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS

I, the undersigned participant, or parent or guardian of a participating minor child, acknowledge the risk of personal injury,death, damage and loss associated with participation in any and all activities associated with the above program(s). I assume full riskof personal injury, death, damage and loss associated with participation in any and all activities associated with this program(s). Inconsideration of the permission to participate granted to me or my child or ward, I hereby release the Town of Dyer, Lake County,Indiana, the Town of Dyer Parks and Recreation Department, and their respective officers, agents, and employees, (collectivelyDyer) from any and all actions causes of action, damages or claims which I, my heirs, executors, administrators, or assigns, or mychilds/wards heirs, executors, administrators, or assigns, may have against Dyer for any personal injuries, death, damage, or lossresulting from, or in any way associated with, participation in this program(s).

I, the undersigned participant, or parent or guardian of a participating minor child, have read this waiver and release and fullyunderstand the terms of same and the details of the program(s). I execute this waiver and release with the full knowledge of its termsand significance.

Signature: Date:(Participant or Parent or Guardian, if the participant is a minor)

TOTAL: $

Note: Not all programs receive shirts


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special needs & general information


Saturday, October 12thNoon - 4pm

Station 1, 2150 Hart St.Stop by for a fun and educational time.

Check out the equipment,meet the firefighters and learn something new!

Cooperative Special Recreation Initiative (CSRI)

Cedar Lake Parks & Recreation

Crown Point Parks & Recreation Dyer Parks & Recreation

Hammond Port Authority

Highland Parks & Recreation Lake County Parks Merrillville Parks & Recreation

Munster Parks & Recreation

Schererville Parks & Recreation St. John Parks & Recreation

Call host agency for fees, FULL details and how to register!

Dec. 4 Visit with Santa at the Festival of Lights6:30-8pm (at Prairie West Park, St. John

On 93rd Ave, mile west of US 41)

Admission is free but advance registration is required.

St. John Parks & Recreation(219) 365-6236

Dec. 1 Holiday Festival at the Lake2pm (at Pruzin Park, 5750 Tyler St., Merrillville)

Join us for dancing, music, food and fun!Fees apply. Advance registration is necessary.

Merrillville Parks & Recreation(219) 980-5911

Nov. 17 Turkey Bowling1-3pm (at Hanover Central HS,

10120 W. 133rd Ave. Cedar Lake)Admission is free but advanceregistration is required.Cedar Lake Parks & Recreation(219) 374-4444

Oct. 19 Halloween Party at Redar Park6-8pm (Austin Ave. & Gregory St. in Schererville)

Come dressed in costume. Bring a decorated pumpkin!Fees apply. Advance registration is necessary.Schererville Parks & Recreation(219) 865-5530

Sept. 30 Wheelchair Accessible Hayride2-4:30pm (Oak Ridge Prairie County Park in Gri ffith)

Fees apply. Advance registration is necessary.Space is limited.Lake County Parks & Recreation(219) 769-7275

C.S.R.I. is a cooperative venture seeking ways to increase recreational opportunities for individuals of all ageswho have special needs and abilities. The following agencies are proud to partner to make CSRI possible.

Join us at one of the upcoming CSRI special events.If you are interested in being added to the CSRI email list, please send an email to [email protected]

Dyers Hometown Celebration will be held on Sat. September 7thfrom 11am10pm in the Jewel parking lot at US 30 & Calumet Ave.

Dont miss the Car show, Live Entertainment, Beer Garden,Information Booths, Food Vendors, and More!!

For more info. on the Celebration contact (219) 865-6108.

Save the date for the 12th Annual Holiday Shopping Spree!Over 100 crafters and home based businesses will be on hand displaying their products and services.

Get there early to make sure you dont miss out on the Dyer Lady Lions Cookie Sale.

Concessions will also be available.

If you are a vendor or interested in selling at the Shopping Spree, call (219) 865-2505

with your name, number and business. A limited number of openings remain.

Duplicate vendors are not accepted. Kahler Middle School(600 Joliet St.)

Saturday, November 2310 am3 pm


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