Get ready for a summer packed with energy, creativity, and nonstop fun at the Chicago Heights Park District!
STEP into the rhythm with dance and movement, tap into your creativity with hands-on art projects, and stay active playing a variety of sports. Campers will also receive an exclusive camp t-shirt and enjoy exciting field trips all summer long.
We&rsquo;ve got meals covered too&mdash;breakfast and lunch are included daily, making your mornings easier.
Have more than one camper? Take advantage of our multi-child discount and make it a summer to remember for the whole family.
Spots are filling fast&mdash;stop by the Chicago Heights Park District to register today!&nbsp;&iexcl;Prep&aacute;rate para un verano lleno de energ&iacute;a, creatividad y diversi&oacute;n en el Chicago Heights Park District!
Disfruta de STEP Dance y movimiento, explora tu creatividad con proyectos de arte, y mantente activo practicando deportes. Los participantes tambi&eacute;n recibir&aacute;n una camiseta del campamento y vivir&aacute;n emocionantes excursiones durante todo el verano.
&iexcl;Nosotros nos encargamos de la comida! El desayuno y el almuerzo est&aacute;n incluidos todos los d&iacute;as para mayor comodidad.
&iquest;Tienes m&aacute;s de un participante? Aprovecha nuestro descuento para m&uacute;ltiples ni&ntilde;os y haz que toda la familia disfrute de un verano inolvidable.
Los espacios se est&aacute;n llenando r&aacute;pido&mdash;&iexcl;visita el Chicago Heights Park District y reg&iacute;strate hoy mismo!

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Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at our Juneteenth Freedom Fest! Join us for an afternoon full of energy with live music, great food, bounce houses, raffles, and fun for all ages. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come enjoy the vibes as we honor this important day together. Free admission, unforgettable memories, and a whole lot of unity&mdash;don&rsquo;t miss it. See you at the park! Thank you Alderman <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wanda.rodgers.5?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZbdXjot_vnIl2lOIB8sWIJXwsJHhnVk8_3_M3GLR589Cfc5bGl-6FIzXRIkmuRIGhjhjbex0DcO8_g2R_EMIXyqYtrT3bnQTT-tJLjhwzn8cQ2HmObyqErzeRqHbME89HquRxbd_TU3pXyTNcLh7cn-P3larhNwr616_mlr3LeOP2LkIMjcWpsxk2S6NSCe29w&amp;__tn__=-%5DK-R" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Wanda Rodgers Spruell</a> for partnering with us for during this special event during our Palooza in the Park series

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Serendipity Yoga

Energize your summer with our 3-month unlimited yoga membership featuring over 30 weekly class times, including virtual, morning, and weekend options. Join a supportive community of all levels for just $340 to build strength, reduce stress, and achieve a complete mind-body reset.Perfect for teachers, college students, or anyone wanting to establish a consistent practice.This pass is valid from the purchase date through August 31, 2026.

Local Event: 3-Month Unlimited Yoga Membership

3-Month Unlimited Yoga Membership

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Manheim Chicago

<a href="https://fordphilanthropy.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ford Philanthropy</a>&nbsp;is teaming up with the <a href="https://www.ghsa.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Governors Highway Safety Association</a> (GHSA) and the <a href="https://idot.illinois.gov/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Illinois Department of Transportation</a> to bring four free, hands-on Ford Driving Skills for Life clinics to Manheim Chicago in Matteson, Ill., on June 27-28, 2026.
Established in 2003, Ford Driving Skills for Life pairs newly licensed or permitted teen drivers with professional instructors for advanced behind-the-wheel training designed to help inexperienced drivers develop the skills needed to recognize hazards, control their vehicles and make safer decisions on the road. Each session combines instruction from professional drivers with hands-on exercises that allow teens to practice important driving techniques in a controlled environment.

Participants will work with professional instructors to learn how to manage real-world driving situations and understand how their choices behind the wheel affect others on the road.
Why sign up?
·Hands-on training with professional driving instructors
·Real-world driving skills including hazard recognition, vehicle handling and skid control
·Strategies for avoiding distractions and staying focused while driving
·Safety in Mobility activities covering awareness of pedestrians, cyclists and e-scooter riders

The Ford Driving Skills for Life free training is designed to give teens experience practicing advanced driving techniques they may not encounter during traditional driver’s education courses. Vehicles are provided.
Parents, guardians and teen youth groups are encouraged to participate.Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Register today at <a href="https://drivingskillsforlife.com/training/hands-on-training/state/il" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">drivingskillsforlife.com/training/hands-on-training/state/il</a>

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Become a Volunteer Meal Driver: Just 2 Hours a Week

Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, medically tailored, and nutritious meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

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