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WAYS TO PLAY
Mallinckrodt Programs – Summer 2023
POINT OF CONTACT
Lisa Sullivan
Mallinckrodt Center Manager
LOCATION
1041A Ridge Rd Wilmette, IL 60091
PHONE NO.
Summer at Mallinckrodt
To register, click on the class title to enter our Registration Portal for specific date, time and fee information.
FITNESS/WELLNESS
MEMBERS: WALK THE INDOOR TRACK at the Center Fitness Club!
Fee: $38/year
For Mallinckrodt Center members only: purchase a Center Fitness Club Walking Track Membership for only $38 per year! Walk indoors this spring at Center Fitness Club, located on the 2nd floor of the Community Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Road in Wilmette. Call Mallinckrodt for more information about this fabulous benefit for members.
Age 21 & up
Warm up to lively music followed by an allover, full-body workout to improve strength, balance and posture using light weights and resistance bands. Instructor on Mondays: Ali Margolis; on Thursdays: KC Bleuher. Virtual Option Available. No class: July 3.
Monday or Thursday mornings
Age 21 & up
Zumba Gold is a modified Zumba class with simple steps and a slower pace, but with the same fun music. Zumba Gold focuses on cardiovascular and muscular conditioning, flexibility, and balance. Be prepared to leave smiling! Instructor: Ali Margolis. No Class July 3.
Monday mornings
Age 21 & up
In this chair-based class we use hand weights, bands and a Pilates ball to help build core, upper and lower body strength. There is a chair-based cardio warm up and we finish with a 10-minute stretch. Instructor: KC Bleuher. Virtual option available. No class: July 3. Monday or Friday mornings, or Monday or Wednesday afternoons
Age 21 & up
Learn a basic form of Tai Chi and other techniques designed to energize the body, reduce and manage stress, improve balance, coordination and flexibility. The regular practice of this system of movements can facilitate harmonious energy flow throughout the body, enhancing one’s physical and emotional well-being. This class will be held in the Mallinckrodt Gazebo, weather permitting. Instructor: Evelyn Thompson. No class: July 3.
Monday or Thursday mornings
Age 21 & up
Use balance, core, light weights and low-impact cardio to increase core strength, flexibility, range of motion and give your heart rate a boost. Instructor: KC Bleuher. No class: July 4.
Late Tuesday mornings
Age 21 & up
Stretch and strengthen the muscles of your core, known as the “powerhouse.” This class is done on the floor, so make sure you have a yoga mat. Virtual option available. Instructor: KC Bleuher. Wednesday mornings
Age 21 & up
BeMoved is a dance fitness class that is a fun, easy-to-follow, full-body workout, yet gentle on the body and makes you feel great! No prior dance class experience is necessary. Wear your favorite workout attire and come ready to dance together!
Instructor: Joanie Bayhack. Thursday mornings
Age 21 & up
This class covers a variety of standing and chair yoga poses, as well as some mat options. Class will be modified for those unable, or who would not like to, go to the floor for mat work. We work on balance, strengthening your core and increasing your flexibility. We offer a variety of stretching in the chair as well as standing, then mat stretching at the end. Virtual option available. Instructor: KC Bleuher. Friday mornings
Age 21 & up
Zumba is an aerobic fitness program featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance, performed primarily to Latin American dance music. Come dance your way to fitness with instructor Ruben Zapata! Friday mornings
CARDS, GAMES AND SPECIAL INTEREST
Age 21 & up
Navigate techniques, materials, color, drawing and inspiration to paint in the medium of watercolor. Students at all levels will have fun creating satisfying projects in watercolor and building their skills. Our instructor, Nancy Rose, studied at the American Academy of Art and the Evanston Art Center. She has been painting in watercolor for decades, and has been teaching private clients for many years. Join us in this relaxed, supportive setting, and grow together. Please ask for a supply list at time of registration. Monday afternoons
Everybody draws! Learn–or relearn–drawing fundamentals in this low pressure class for adults. We will explore a variety of materials and approaches to drawing. Whatever your level of experience, learn and practice perspective, proportions, shading and line in a supportive and fun group setting. Supply kits can be provided for a nominal extra fee. Professional artist Nancy Rose Instructs. Thursday mornings
Age 21 & up
Learn to play the new Canasta! We will guide you through the basics and provide written rules. Invite your friends to learn with you, and join our weekly Wednesday morning games! Instructor: Sylvia Taflove. Wednesday mornings
Age 21 & up
Learn the basics or sharpen your skills in American Mahjongg, a game played by four people with unique tiles. A game of skill, strategy and calculation with a degree of chance, the object of the game is to make a hand with tiles, called a Mahjongg. Join the Center’s friendly, active group on Friday mornings. Trained beginners are integrated right into the game! Instructor: Sylvia Taflove. Friday mornings
EVENTS and ADVENTURES
Age 21 & up
Check out new releases as well as classics with us! Popcorn and water will be served. Free for members; $2 for non-members. Pre-registration is required for all.
Mondays
1:30-3:30 pm
June 5:
80 for Brady
July 17:
Champions
August 21:
Ticket to Paradise
Age 21 & up
Celebrate summer with the Mallinckrodt Center! We’ll play an hour of Bingo with prizes and enjoy a sweet treat for dessert.
Wednesday, June 7
2-3:30 pm
M-$10/NM-$13
Hop on the bus to see the Lyric Opera’s performance of
West Side Story. We will enjoy a catered lunch at Mallinckrodt beforehand.
Wednesday, June 14
11:30 am-4:30 pm
M-$100/NM-$125
Age 21 & up
Join us as we travel to a new lunch spot every other month! We do the driving, you do the dining. Fee includes transportation; cost of lunch is on your own.
Wednesday, July 26
11 am-2 pm
Restaurant TBD
M-$6 / NM-$8
