• Please note the registration deadlines for programs below. 
• Please register early or the class may be cancelled due to lack of enrollment. 
• Information printed in the brochure may change.
  
  
    
  
  
  
  
  

Young Creatives
“All children are artists, the problem is how to remain an artist once you grow up…” Pablo Picasso. So, before you can become a Jacob Lawrence or Picasso, you must first get comfortable with, and try different tools and mediums (the things we use to create art). That's how we awaken and release the Creative You inside. Meosha Thomas instructs the class. Registration deadline one week prior to first class.

Drop-in Option: Fee $20 per class. Please call Recreation & Parks at 708-748-2005 before 5:00 p.m. on Friday to confirm that class is meeting.

Ages 5-17      $80     4 weeks                    
Village Hall, Employee Lounge
34016-01    Sa    11 am-2 pm    Sept 8-29 - Cancelled
34016-02    Sa    11 am-2 pm    Oct 6-27
34016-03    Sa    11 am-2 pm    Nov 3-24
34016-04    Sa    11 am-2 pm    Dec 1-22

Adult Sip and Create
This event helps you embrace your inner artist so your true colors can show! No matter if you're a beginner or a seasoned Creative, this event will inspire you to open up, have fun, sip a little wine or beverage of your choice (BYOB), and enjoy adult conversation. You will leave feeling accomplished and with a new piece of art to hang on the wall, wineglass to display, or one of a kind candle to burn! The themes and participants change, so why not join us every month! Meosha Thomas instructs the class. Registration deadline one week prior to class date. 

Drop-in Option:  Fee $35 per class. Please call Recreation and Parks at 708-748-2005 before 5:00 pm on Thursday to confirm that class is meeting.

Ages 21 & Older     $35    1 session    
Dining on the Green, 349 Main St.
34108-01    F    7-10 pm    Sept 14 - Cancelled
34108-02    F    7-10 pm    Oct 12
34108-03    F    7-10 pm    Nov 9
34108-04    F    7-10 pm    Dec 14

Senior Day Art Party - Ages 55 & Older

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Creative projects that engage all skill and ability levels. This is an opportunity to talk about your life and journey on canvas, paper, found objects, glass, molding clay, or wood, at your own pace. Have you always wanted to try your hand at one of those funny looking art projects? Now is the time to make that unique poetry book cover, interesting personalized gifts, or rage against the establishment... via Art, like you did in the sixties (or WHEN you were 60?), or like you’ve always wanted to. Meosha Thomas instructs the class.  No class November 23. Registration deadline one week prior to first class. 

Drop-in Option: Fee $20 per class. Please call Recreation & Parks at 708-748-2005 before 5:00 p.m. on Thursday to confirm that class is meeting.

Ages 55 & Older    $80   4 weeks  
Village Hall, Lower Level - Rooms 1 & 2
34107-01   F   11 am-1 pm   Sept 7-28 - Cancelled
34107-02   F   11 am-1 pm   Oct 5-26
34107-03   F   11 am-1 pm   Nov 2-30
34107-04   F   11 am-1 pm   Dec 7-28

Basic Heartsaver CPR
The Basic Heartsaver CPR class is intended for anyone with little or no medical training who requires a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. These courses can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. Classes are taught by the Park Forest Fire Department.

Ages 18 & Older       $40       1 day
Park Forest Fire Department, 156 Indianwood Blvd., Park Forest, IL
14105-04    Saturday    9 am-12 pm    September 15    (Registration deadline:  September 12)
14105-05    Saturday    9 am-12 pm    November 17     (Registration deadline:  November 14)

BLS Healthcare Providers CPR
The BLS Healthcare Providers CPR class is intended for Healthcare Professionals who may require a completion card for their job. Topics include CPR and AED, Basic or Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Stroke training, and more. Classes are taught by the Park Forest Fire Department.

Ages 18 & Older       $50       1 day
Park Forest Fire Department, 156 Indianwood Blvd., Park Forest, IL

14106-04    Saturday    9 am-12 pm    September 15    (Registration deadline:  September 12)
14106-05    Saturday    9 am-12 pm    November 17     (Registration deadline:  November 14)

Blues Kids Harmonica
Learn basic harmonica techniques such as playing within the 12 bar blues progression and more. No musical experience is required. Bring a C diatonic harmonica and a desire to learn to play the blues! Clement Bashir instructs the class.

Ages 7-14    $70   8 weeks
Village Hall, Recreation & Parks Conference Rm
22000-02 M 6-7 pm Aug 20-Oct 8
32000-01 M 6-7 pm Oct 15-Dec 3 

Beginning Blues Harmonica
Learn basic harmonica techniques. Learn to play clear single notes, tongue blocking, and play within the 12 bar blues progression. We will also cover bending notes, octaves and more. No musical experience is required. Bring a C diatonic harmonica, a desire to play the blues and your ears. Clement Bashir instructs the class. Private lessons available upon request.

Ages 15 & older   $80   8 weeks
Village Hall, Recreation & Parks Conference Rm
22100-02   W   7-8 pm   Aug 22-Oct 10
32100-01   W   7-8 pm   Oct 17-Dec 5  

 Additional Links: 

Park Forest Community Gardens

Park Forest Library

Suburban Youth Symphony Orchestra

Tall Gras Arts Association

Teen Zone