Crystal Lake Park Hosts Activities For School Days Off

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL — The Crystal Lake Park District is hosting events during the school year in the first half of 2020 for kids who are out of school, whose parents might not be able to take work off. The events all run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

"School's out and you need someone to watch your child while you are at work?" the district's flyer asks. "No worries! We have a fun field trip planned for D47 days off."

Here's a list of the School's Out-ing events, plus descriptions.

Movie Day

On Thursday, Jan. 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can enjoy a movie, soda and a fruit snack on a recliner. The district is headed to the Carpentersville Theatre for a newly released movie. Bring a lunch and something to drink. When the district gets back, they'll be going outside for crafts and games. The cost is $42 for residents, $47 for non-residents.

Urban Air

On Friday, Jan. 13, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., bring your grippy socks. The district will head to Urban Air for some American Ninja Warrior-like obstacles, trampolines, a zip line and a climbing wall. Bring a lunch and something to drink. They're headed to Woods Creek Elementary afterwards for arts and crafts. The cost is $42 for residents, $47 for non-residents.

Marriott Lincolnshire

On Wednesday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 27, check out a classic at Marriott Lincolnshire's Theatre in the Round, followed by a question and answer session with the cast. Bring a lunch. They'll have games and gym activities in the afternoon at Woods Creek Elementary. The cost is $42 for residents, $47 for non-residents.

Green Meadows Farm

On Friday, April 17, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., ride a pony, milk a cow, chase chickens, feed goats, go on a hayride and pick a pumpkin to take home from the farm. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather. The cost is $42 for residents, $47 for non-residents.

For more information, visit the Park District website and go to page 23 to register.