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Purchase your Studio Paint Pass Today!

(5-14yrs)

Drop in during one of our open studio days* and we provide two hours of creativity and supervision. Each pass includes 5 visits (10 hours total). Children under 7 need to be accompanied by an adult. Children must work independently and follow Studio staff rules. We are stocked with the latest and greatest in arts and crafts and much more!
Passes distributed during first visit. (TW)

5 PUNCHES
R/NR FEE: $70/75
CLASS CODE: 2-3130-01-01

*Download our open studio schedule

Studio Art Fair

Wednesday, August 12
4-8pm
The Studio
Free

Visit our student gallery of art and tour the facility.
Artwork for sale, limited refreshments available.

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Big Surf or Meadows Pool can be the setting for your child's most memorable party yet!
Private party room, special menu and plenty of fun!
Book Your Bash Today!

Big Surf 847-632-9333
Meadows Pool 847-640-1000 (through June 4);
847-632-9327 thereafter

Call today!

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Big Surf Pool

Season Begins June 8∗
Doors open at 12 noon
Season Runs through Friday August 16
∗weather dependent

Our wave pool still packs 'em in!
Just like being at the beach without the sand!
Plenty of waves, rafts, sun and fun!
Whether you're 8 or 80 you'll enjoy your day at Big Surf!

Click here for more information and dates about Big Surf.
Click here for aquatic rates.

Senior Surf Days

Wednesdays 11am-12noon
Begins June 10
Ends August 5

If you're 62 and above, Big Surf can be yours for one hour every Wednesday for nine weeks. Imagine — you and your grandkids having some good old-fashioned fun.

Click here for more information and dates about Big Surf.
Click here for aquatic rates.

FREE! Monday Concerts In The Park

Now through July 27
Mondays @ 7:30pm
Veterans Memorial Band Shell
Lions Memorial Park
411 S. Maple St.

Grab a blanket or chairs and join us! All events moved to Lions Recreation Center in case of rain.

Monday, June 15
A Great Place to Raise Kids! - A program for children and their parents
Monday, June 22
Broadway's Best with Wayne and Kathleen Messmer
Monday, June 29
Star Spangled Concert
Monday, July 6
Summertime Serenade
Monday, July 13
Swingin' and Singin' with the Big Bands
Monday, July 20
"One Small Step For Man, One Giant Leap For Mankind"
Monday, July 27
Do-It-Yourself Sousa

Jimmy John’s will take your food order at 847-718-1111 and deliver it to you at the concert.

Neradt Ace Hardware contest: Best Seats in the House!
Win a pair of lawn chairs and enjoy the concert! Two winners will receive a pair each on Monday, June 15 at the beginning of the concert. Winners must be present to win!
Register at Neradt Ace Hardware, 1753 W. Golf Rd. through June 14.
Promotion exclusive to Neradt Ace Hardware.

Monday Concerts are sponsored by Midwest Bank, Daily Herald, Neradt Ace Hardware and Jimmy John’s.

FREE! Thursday Night Music, Movies and More!

Now through July 30
Thursdays
Music begins at 7 pm, followed by Movies at dusk
Veterans Memorial Band Shell
Lions Memorial Park
411 S. Maple St.

Thursday night is Family Night this summer in Mount Prospect! Bring the family, your blankets and lawn chairs. Come out to enjoy a FREE concert and FREE movie under the stars at MUSIC, MOVIES & MORE!

Music

Concerts begin at 7pm

June 18 Roots Rock Society - Chicago Music Award winners & voted Chicago's Premier Reggae Band by WGN Morning News.
June 25 ABBA Salute - You won't be able to resist singing along with these tunes that defined a generation!
July 2 No concert - enjoy the village festival at Melas Park
July 9 Soda - Tunes of Jimmy Buffett, Johnny Cash, Black-Eyed Peas, and Jack Johnson take center stage tonight!
July 16 7th Heaven - Enjoy this extremely high-energy live show featuring music from Silver and Faces Time Replaces.
July 23 Heartache Tonight - This band captures the excitement of The Eagles supergroup of the 70's.
July 30 Members Only - Vintage 80's costumes and a high-energy stage show brings The Cars, Rick Springfield and A Flock of Seagulls to life once more!

Movies

Movies begin at dusk

June 18 Madagascar Escape 2 Africa (G) Animated
June 25 Mamma Mia! (PG-13) Some Mature Content
July 9 Curious George (G) Animated
July 16 Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG)
July 23 Open Season 2 (PG) Animated
July 30 Igor (PG) Animated

Bouncy Playtime - Kids can jump to their heart's content for FREE
Make It/Take It Crafts with The Studio - $3 per child $5 for two children
ECO Crazy Crafts with the Conservatory - $3 per child $5 for two children
Concessions - Hotdogs, snacks, ice cream and drinks will be available for purchase.
Family Picnic Special - $12 MEAL DEAL for 4 hotdogs, chips & drinks. All packed in a recyclable tote bag that's yours to keep! Pre-Order at 847-632-9333

Thursday Music, Movies and More is sponsored by Novak and Parker, Daily Herald, Bounce About Moonwalk Rentals, Innate Concepts Chiropractic and Northwest Community Hospital.