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DECEMBER 15 8:3011:00 A.M. $20/PERSON

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Sky Squad, led by Andres Baines (aka Sky Guy) has thrilled millions o ans with their aerial artistry. Dazzling acrobatic ips and twio mini trampolines mixed with comedy antics, mid-air passes and dynamic slam dunking delivers non-stop pure energy excitement

audiences o all ages. Sky Squad is the ofcial dunk team or the WNBA Chicago Sky.This special presentation will be located in the gymnasium.

At 6 eet 7 inches tall, Dennis is truly the Sears Tower o Magic. Hes not just some guy doing a ew magic tricks--he does some o tunniest stu youve ever seen! This show blends his lightning-quick wit, improvisational experience (with the amed Second City) ayears o perorming or a wide range o audiences. Witness the excitement o a child oating in the air during this unparalleled amimagic show.


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F r e e S i m p l y M u s i c W o r k s h o p !December 4 and 11Simply Music is a remarkable, Australian-developed piano method that guarantees to have you playing great-sounding music romyour very frst lessons!Traditional piano lessons require students to learn how to read music as the means o learning how to play. This read frst, playlater approach is slow and rustrating, and ar too many students never acquire the ability to play.In contrast, Simply Music uses a revolutionary approach, ocusing on the sheer joy o playing and producing immediate results. Wethen introduce reading ater students have developed a natural connection to the piano and can play a huge repertoire. Gone are therelentless hours o drills, scales and boring practice sessions.

Even i you have no musical experience, this remarkable method guarantees extraordinary results and will immediately have youplaying contemporary, classical, blues, gospel and accompaniment pieces.

Join us or a ree introductory lesson on December 4 and December 11 rom 6:007:00 p.m. with Lynn Sanders.


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Puppy Class is designed to provide a positive environment or socializationo puppies to a wide variety o people as well as to each other. Earlysocialization has been shown to greatly reduce the incidence o bothhuman-directed aggression and dog-dog aggression, as well as anxietyand ear based behavior problems. Additional topics will be discussed

such as addressing the common puppy issues o house training, mouthing,leadership and preventing behavior problems. Puppies will also learn sitand begin recall training (coming when called). This class is appropriateor puppies ages 24 months old. Dogs must have received at least tworounds o vaccinations prior to attending. I your dog has not yet receivedthe second round, please plan to attend class without your puppy untilthe second round o vaccination has been administered.

Obedience 101teaches the basics o obedience: sit, down, stand, recall(coming when called), stay, and heeleverything your companion dog needsto know! Both verbal commands and hand signals will be used. Dogs o anyage may take this class. Positive reinorcement techniques will be used, soplease bring ood rewards or a small toy with you to class.

Obedience 102 is ocused on honing the skills o Obedience 101.Additional levels o difculty and distractions will be added. Dogs o anyage may enroll provided they have a basic knowledge o basic obediencecommands: sit, down, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel.

Level: Class: Dates: Day: Time: Age Member: Non-Member No class

Puppy 3412-0 January 9February 13 Wednesday 6:006:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144

Puppy 3412-3 February 27April 10 Wednesday 6:006:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144 3/13Puppy 3412-6 April 24June 5 Wednesday 6:006:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144 5/8101 3412-1 January 9February 13 Wednesday 7:007:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144101 3412-4 February 27April 10 Wednesday 7:007:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144 3/13101 3412-7 April 24June 5 Wednesday 7:007:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144 5/8102 3412-2 January 9February 13 Wednesday 8:008:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144102 3412-5 February 27April 10 Wednesday 8:008:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144 3/13102 3412-8 April 24June 5 Wednesday 8:008:45 p.m. 12 and up $120 $144 5/8

Children training dogs must be at least 12 years old. No retractable leashes allowed.

Creative Paws, Inc. was founded in 2001 by Ashlee Trotter, BSCPDT-KA, and provides group classes and private lessons for dogobedience training and behavior problems. Ashlee holds a Bachelorof Science degree in Zoology from Michigan State UniversityPrior to pursuing her dog training interests she honed her skills ofpositive reinforcement training while working with zoo animalsat facilities in the Midwest. She has been recognized for severayears as a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator by the AmericanKennel Club, as well as a Certied Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA

by the Certication Council for Pet Dog Trainers, an afliateorganization of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and the rsorganization to offer a national standard for trainer certication

Ashlees competition dog Spirit is the American Kennel Club(AKC) #1 ranked German Wirehaired Pointer in agility for 20082012. He is the 2nd of his breed to earn an AKC Master AgilityChampionship title, as well as the only German Wirehaired Pointerto reach the nals of an AKC National Agility event, a feat Ashleehas handled him to accomplish twice. Aside from agility he is titledin traditional obedience, rally obedience, tracking, hunting and dockdiving for a combined total of 26 titles and counting.

Creek is Ashlees future competition dog. He is also a GermanWirehaired Pointer and is currently training for agility, traditionaobedience and rally obedience. He has lofty goals to live up to thachievements of his predecessor, Spirit.

Creative Paws uses positive reinforcement training methods toimprove the relationship between dog and handler by providingan effective means of communication and understanding as thefoundation for learning. We believe that training your dog shouldbe enjoyable for both you and your dog!

For more information, please visit www.creativepaws.com or [email protected].

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R E G I S T R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O NMember registration opens November 12, 2012, and will be processed ona frst come, frst served basis.Membership does not guarantee placement in a class.

All non-members will be able to register November 19, 2012.Registration received through the mail, ax, or in person will be processedby 5:00 p.m. the next business day. The best way to ensure that yourregistration is processed immediately is by using our online registration at

winnetkacommunityhouse.org

M e m b e r s h i p I n f o r m a t i o nEarly registration: Members are eligible to register or all classes one week

prior to the start o seasonal registration. Early registration can be done

via the web at winnetkacommunityhouse.org, ax or in person at Winnetka

Community House. Please note: early registration does not guarantee a

spot in a class.

Who is eligible or benefts? All amily members in your household are

eligible or membership benefts. When registering or membership, just list

your amily members, and they will be included or the program registra-

tion benefts automatically when registering or classes.

Membership renewal: Members receive a notice about one month prior

to the expiration, so the membership can be renewed or the next year.

Reunds or memberships will not be available.

H o w T o R e g i s t e r To register or membership, simply list all eligible members on the registra-

tion orm. Then check the box and add the membership ee in withyour registration.

Register or programs online at winnetkacommunityhouse.org or on theenclosed registration orm.

Please print clearly. Read and fll out orm completely. By listing your email address, you agree to receive email communications

rom Winnetka Community House. We will never sell your address,but love to keep in touch with our users to give news about programs,events, and special oers rom Winnetka Community House. I you donot wish to receive these emails, simply unsubscribe.

Sign the registration orm. Unsigned orms will not be processed, but will be returned to you. This

will delay processing your registration. Registration orms may be mailed or axed. Registration by telephone

are not accepted.

C r e d i t C a r d sYou may use your credit card or all programs which appear with a classnumber or or a Fitness Centre membership. Fitness Centre membershipsare obtained at the Fitness Centre only. Be sure to fll out the credit cardinormation completely and sign the orm. We do not take telephoneregistration. However, i you are paying by credit card, you may ax yourregistration to (847) 446-0609.

C a n c e l l a t i o n o f C l a s s e sPrior to any class, registration is reviewed to determine i the enrollmentis sufcient to hold the class. Register early! Do not wait until the day othe frst class to register. You may fnd the class has been cancelled due to

low enrollment.

R e f u n d P o l i c yFull reunds will be issued or courses that are cancelled by WinnetkaCommunity House due to insufcient registration. A reund, less a 10%service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted i the reund request ireceived fve ull working days prior to the start o the program. No reundwill be allowed ater this time unless a medical condition develops and awritten explanation rom a physician on his/her letterhead is presented

Due to advanced reservation requirements, no reunds or trips, outingsor special events will be given.

P r o r a t e d P o l i c yClasses may be prorated i you would like to enroll in a class ater it hasstarted, provided the instructor has space, and allows or late registrationThe supervisor must approve the prorated amount.

I n c l e m e n t W e a t h e rWinnetka Community House will not hold classes on days when thWinnetka Public Schools have cancelled classes due to inclement weather

R e l i g i o u s H o l i d a y sWinnetka Community House makes every eort to avoid schedulingprograms or events on religious holidays. Anyone aected will be oered

the option o attending a session o the same program on a dierent date as amake-up, or receiving a prorated reund o the series ee or the date missed Winnetka Community House is not responsible or the supervision

o children on site prior to or remaining on site ater the establishedprogram times.

Winnetka Community House is handicapped accessible. I you or any member o your amily has special needs, please see ou

Executive Director. Winnetka Community House receives no tax dollars. We are supported by

our programs, und raising events, our annual campaign, and donations Winnetka Community House assumes no responsibility and carries no

accident or medical insurance or injuries or accidents at programs oactivities on Community House property. It is advisable to review youown personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your amily

have proper and sufcient insurance coverage.B r o c h u r e E r r o r sComplete details o program policies, procedures, and guidelines arsometimes inadvertently omitted. Errors in days, times, registrationrequirements, and ees may occur in the brochure. When such errors occurthe sta will advise you o the change as quickly as possible. We thank youor your understanding.

C o p y A n d F a x S e r v i c e A v a i l a b l eCopy service is available at $.10/copy. Fax service is available at $2/frstpage and $1/each additional page. Cost to receive a ax: $1/page (Faxeare limited to 847, 312, 773, 708, and 630 area codes)

Winnetka Community House asks that all participants be courte-

ous to our neighbors when driving and parking in the area.

STEPHEN DUSTMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDWinnetka Community House has established the Stephen Dustman Memorial Scholarship Fund to any resident whowould like to take part in a Winnetka Community House activity, but is unable to render full payment. Persons interested may submit their need in writing to the attention of the Executive Director for condential review. If furtheinformation is desired, please call our main ofce.Donations to this scholarship fund are gratefully accepted.


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Do forgeMembers also receive special offers and rewards throughout the year! Watch your email for Members Only specials on programs, events and mo

Step 1Register your whole family!A one year Community House Membership is$150. All family members in your household

are eligible for membership benefits.When registering for, just list your family

members, and they will automatically be eligiblefor benefits when registering.

Step 2Use your Membership to regis-

ter early for WCH programs!Registration begins a week early for CommunityHouse Members. Check out our website or

program guide to find out when member registra-tion begins.Note: Membership does not guarantee

placement in all c lasses. Some classes fill quickly.

Step 3Save money on classes!Community House members save up to 20% registration! Find the Member price listed for ea

program and save on your whole familys prograall year!


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Winnetka Community House is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible, and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participarents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize, however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. Winnetka Community House contrives to reduce such risks, and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants safety. Please recognize that Winnetka Community Ho

ot carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering himself\herself or a family membecreation program/activity should review his/her own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make Winnetka Community House autoesponsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for Winnetka Community House requires the exehe following Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully, and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed on this page, you will be waiving and relelaims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program.

WAI VE R AN D RE LE ASE OF AL L CL AI MS

As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss, regardless of sewhich I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the gainst Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees fnd all claims from injuries, including death, damages or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend Winnetka ity House and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages or losses sustained by me or arising out of, connected with, or in any way associatehe activities of the program. In the event of emergency, I authorize Winnetka Community House officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed nor my immediate care, and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. All participants agree that any photography taken while participating in a class, special evenf a facility may be used for promotional purposes Winnetka Community House. Participants agree to receive emails from Winnetka Community House.

REFUND AND PR ORATE INFORMATION

ull refunds will be issued for courses that are cancelled by Winnetka Community House due to insufficient registration. A refund, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted if the refund received five full working days prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be allowed after this time unless a medical condition develops and a written explanation from a physician on his/her letter

resented. Due to advanced reservation requirements, no refunds for trips, outings, or special events will be given. Classes may be prorated if you would like to enroll in a class after it has started, prov

nstructor has space, and allows for late registration. The supervisor must approve the prorated amount.

lease list any specific medical allergies, medications, chronic illness or other conditions which staff should be aware of:

Winnetka Community House operates in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you believe you or your child need accommodations to facilitate participa

n Winnetka Community House program(s) for which you are registering, please check box.

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REGISTRATION FORMRegister online at winnetkacommunityhouse.org, via fax at 847-446-0609 or mail this form with payment in full to: Registraiton - WinnetkCommunity House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093. Contact us by phone at 847-446-0537 with any questions. Please print.

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