Adult Activites Center

Address

Rakow Center
665 Barrington Ave.
Carpentersville, IL 60110

Phone & Email

847-551-4307
mstallings@dtpd.org

Hours

Open year-round
Monday-Friday from 8:00 am-3:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

For holiday closures see below.

Join the 50+ Social Club

Everyone age 50 and older are welcome to join. Stay active and make some new friends. There is a variety of activities to choose from every day. In addition, members receive our bi-monthly newsletter as well as discounts.

Members receive an $8 discount on day trips and a $5 discount on programs. 


50+ CLUB REGISTRATION FORM (2025)

50+ Membership for 2025 Dues Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Dues Jan. 1 and After
Current Member $22 $25
New Member - Resident $22 $25
New Member - Nonresident $25 $28

Holiday Closings

  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Day after Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year's Eve
  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence
  • Labor Day
  • Easter

Amenities

  • Billiards
  • Craft Room
  • Indoor Track (inside the gym of the Rakow Center)
  • Medical Equipment Lending Closet

Free Activities

  • Book Club
  • Bunco
  • Cards (Bridge, Canasta, Euchre, Cribbage, Pinochle)
  • LRC
  • Mahjong
  • Wii

Day Trips

Take a trip with the Dundee Township Park District and meet some new friends along the way!

  • Day & Overnight Adventures
  • Chicago, Suburbs & Nearby States
  • Offered Year Round
  • Transportation Provided (Unless otherwise noted)
  • Chaperone throughout the Trip (We do all the work, so sit back and enjoy the trip)
  • Accessibility Accommodations offered*

Day Trip Refund Policy

Because we must finalize full payment six weeks prior to our event, the following procedures are always in place: If you must cancel your day trip, we will do our best to find a replacement. When a replacement is found, our Park District will issue a full refund. If we do not find a replacement, we are unable to refund your money. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

Sox Game 39511

Join us at Rate Field for a great day of baseball. The fee includes transportation, a ticket to the game and a buffet lunch. Lunch consists of fried chicken, Cajun chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs, various salads, unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks while on the patio. There is a moderate amount of walking on this trip. Seats are in Section 118, Rows 31-34. Tickets will only be available via the MLB Ballpark app. You will need to download the app to your phone. There will not be any printed tickets available.

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Sox vs Detroit Tigers
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$107 / $115
10:00-6:30pm

Always....Patsy Cline 39568

Featuring 27 of Patsy Cline’s biggest hits, this is the ultimate love letter to one of the most celebrated and influential performers of the 20th century. Lunch is not included in this trip. Please consider bringing a brown bag lunch to eat at the AAC before leaving for the trip.

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Always....Patsy Cline
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$90 / $98
11:30-5:45pm

Always Something There (A New 80's Musical) 39569

Find your Walkman, your favorite 80s mix and join us for this wonderful musical paying homage to the beloved teen-flicks of the 80s. When Samantha Craig wakes up on the morning of her 45th birthday in her 18-year-old life, she has a chance to rewrite her past and land herself in the future of her dreams. Featuring songs by Madonna, Whitney Houston, Culture Club, and the Go Go’s. Lunch will be at Dover Straits with your choice of New York Strip Steak, Atlantic Salmon Filet, Breast of Chicken Marsala or Jumbo Shrimp & Pasta.

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Always Something There (A New 80's Musical)
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$115 / $123
9:45-5:30pm

Patty Waszak 39570

She is back with her comedy and music variety show! Patty is a dynamic singer, hilarious comedian and award-winning songwriter. Patty plays the “sweetest sax this side of heaven”. Lunch is chicken or fried shrimp, homemade corn fritters, coleslaw, cottage cheese, kidney bean salad, pickled beets, baked potato and one non-alcoholic beverage.

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Patty Waszak
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$100 / $108
9:45-4:00pm

Let's Get Artsy 39572

The day starts with a guided walking tour of the Skokie Sculpture Park, followed by a bus tour of murals in Evanston. Lunch will be at a taco bar at Five and Dime, and afterward, there will be a visit to the Artem Pop-up Art Gallery for a tour and shopping. The trip involves a moderate amount of walking.

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Let's Get Artsy
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$90 / $98
8:15-3:00pm

The Marvelous Wonderettes 39573

The Marvelous Wonderettes is an engaging Off-Broadway musical set during the 1958 Springfield High School prom, featuring four girls—Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy—who share their hopes and dreams through classic ‘50s songs like “Lollipop” and “Dream Lover.” In Act II, the girls reunite for their ten-year high school reunion, reflecting on the ups and downs of the past decade. With over 30 hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s, this charming show celebrates friendship and resilience, making it a delightful trip down memory lane. Lunch will be at Hackneys in Glenview. Lunch choices are a Hackneyburger, a spinach and berry salad, fish and chips or a Reuben sandwich. Due to the timing of show, please bring a snack as we will not be eating lunch until 1:30 pm.

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The Marvelous Wonderettes
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$100 / $108
9:45-3:45pm

Cubs vs Brewers 39574

Join us for a fun afternoon of baseball watching one of the oldest rivalries in baseball. We are traveling to see the Cubs vs. Brewers at American Family Field. There is a very moderate amount of walking as we will be walking from the parking lot to the stadium before and vice versa after the game. We will NOT be getting door to door service. The fee includes a printed ticket to the game (No MLB app needed) and transportation. Tickets are in Section 107. Lunch will be on your own.

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Cubs vs Brewers
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$90 / $98
9:30-6:00pm

Boats, Bubbly and Blooms 39576

Enjoy a relaxing and educational experience with the I and M Canal Boat Tour, followed by a visit to the beautiful Weber Gardens. Start with a scenic boat ride on the canal, then savor a Captain's lunch and mimosas in the I and M Canal Visitor Center's Vintage Room. Afterward, explore Ted Weber's charming storybook-style house and its two acres of breathtaking English Gardens. Lunch is fried chicken, spring salad, confetti corn, potato and gravy, peach cake dessert and a mimosa.

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Boats, Bubbly and Blooms
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$118 / $126
9:15-5:30pm

Oklahoma 49598

Oklahoma! is a classic American musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein that marked the beginning of the Golden Age of American Musical Theatre. Known for its vibrant costumes, stunning choreography, and lively humor, the show features iconic songs like "People Will Say We’re In Love," "Surrey With the Fringe On Top," and the beloved title number "Oklahoma!" The original production won a Pulitzer Prize, and various revivals have earned multiple Tony Awards. Now, The Fireside presents a fresh, must-see take on this timeless favorite. Meal choices include beef short rib, chicken Florentine, almond crusted cod, or manicotti (the vegetarian option). Coffee, tea, and milk are included.

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Oklahoma
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$140 / $148
9:00-5:30pm

Come From Away 39577

9/11/2001… 38 airplanes, 6,579 stranded passengers from 100 countries, 1 small town in Newfoundland. Before they have a clue what’s happening, thousands of passengers are diverted to the town of Gander, doubling its population, and putting the townsfolk to the test. Based on astonishing true events and hundreds of hours of interviews with the townspeople and the “come from aways” (aka stranded passengers) who were welcomed with open arms, you’ll experience the spirit of small-town generosity that helped the healing begin. Full of songs that celebrate kinship and grit, Come From Away’s message is simple and significant: in this day and age, it’s more important than ever for kindness to reach across the borders. Lunch will be at Fireside Grille with your lunch choice of a grilled pork chop, Mediterranean pasta, ¼ rack BBQ ribs or a broasted chicken breast with sides and dessert included.

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Come From Away
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$103 / $111
10:15-5:00pm

The 4 C Notes (Franki Valli & The 4 Seasons) 39579

Enjoy a delicious home-cooked buffet lunch in the historic log cabin inspired by White Pines Dinner Theatre, built by the Civilian Conservation Corp. It’s located inside the beautiful White Pines State Park. After your meal, sit back and enjoy the show! The Four C Notes are Midwest’s only tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Smart choreography and top-quality tributes come to experience this great music.

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The 4 C Notes (Franki Valli & The 4 Seasons)
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$114 / $122
10:00-5:00pm

Special Monthly Events & Classes

  • Art Classes
  • Bingo & Lunch
  • Guest Speakers
  • Movies
  • Themed Parties
  • Workshops

Public Services by Appointment

  • Podiatrist
  • Senior Services

Pancake Breakfast & Bingo 29522

Join us for breakfast and enjoy good food and fellowship in a friendly atmosphere. Breakfast includes two pancakes, two sausages, fruit and orange juice. Remember to bring your pennies for BINGO!

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Pancake Breakfast & Bingo
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$3 / $8
9:00-11:00am

Adult 50+ Softball 12" 37010

This is for a player looking for some friendly competition and some exercise. Players will have an hour of batting practice before each game. Teams will be split up as evenly as possible. Can't make all the dates? Don't worry, your fee is for the entire year. For more info, contact Shane at 847-428-7131 x2206.

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Adult 50+ Softball 12"
Randall Oaks Recreation Center
Ages between 50 through 99
Fees (R/NR)
9:00-12:00pm

Pancake Breakfast & Bingo 39510

Pancake breakfast will consist of 2 pancakes, 2 sausages, a cup of fruit and a cup of juice. Breakfast is served at 9:00 am with penny bingo to follow at 9:30 am.

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Pancake Breakfast & Bingo
Rakow Center
Ages between 50 through 99
Fees (R/NR)
$3 / $8
9:00-11:00am

Sox Game 39511

Join us at Rate Field for a great day of baseball. The fee includes transportation, a ticket to the game and a buffet lunch. Lunch consists of fried chicken, Cajun chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs, various salads, unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks while on the patio. There is a moderate amount of walking on this trip. Seats are in Section 118, Rows 31-34. Tickets will only be available via the MLB Ballpark app. You will need to download the app to your phone. There will not be any printed tickets available.

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Sox vs Detroit Tigers
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$107 / $115
10:00-6:30pm

Indoor Picnic 39519

Jeff Dewbray never disappoints when entertaining us. He always makes our parties so much fun! Lunch is a hot dog with all the fixings, potato salad, baked beans, watermelon and sherbet for dessert. This lunch is bigger than usual and costs a little more. There will not be a business meeting at this party. The last day to sign up is Wednesday, July 2nd. This is a special event; ALL participants must pay to attend.

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Indoor Picnic
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
11:00-2:00pm

Walking Club 29539

Put on those walking shoes and join us as we explore local spots. This will be a May-October club. We will meet at the Adult Activities Center at 7:30 am so we can leave by 8:00 am, using the transportation provided by Park District vans. You are welcome to drive to locations on your own if you prefer. Please bring a water bottle for these hikes. We will walk rain or shine; however, if it does rain, we will find a place inside to walk. On October 6, we will meet at 9:30 am, leave the AAC at 10:00 am for our walk. Afterward, we will have lunch together to celebrate completing the program. The walking club dates are: 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4, 9/8 and 10/6/2025.

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Walking Club
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$35 / $40
7:30-10:00am

MONTHLY PARTIES 59600

KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY OLE We are adding a little twist to our Kentucky Derby Party. We will also be celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Lunch will be chicken enchiladas and rice. We will be having a best ensemble contest for Kentucky Derby and a separate one for Cinco de Mayo and a best hat contest for Kentucky Derby. Come dressed for the day. Last day to register is Wednesday May 7, 2025.

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May Monthly Party
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Dates
Fees (R/NR)
11:30-2:00pm
#59600-06
Available
June Monthly Party
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Dates
Fees (R/NR)
11:30-2:00pm

Always....Patsy Cline 39568

Featuring 27 of Patsy Cline’s biggest hits, this is the ultimate love letter to one of the most celebrated and influential performers of the 20th century. Lunch is not included in this trip. Please consider bringing a brown bag lunch to eat at the AAC before leaving for the trip.

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Always....Patsy Cline
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$90 / $98
11:30-5:45pm

Always Something There (A New 80's Musical) 39569

Find your Walkman, your favorite 80s mix and join us for this wonderful musical paying homage to the beloved teen-flicks of the 80s. When Samantha Craig wakes up on the morning of her 45th birthday in her 18-year-old life, she has a chance to rewrite her past and land herself in the future of her dreams. Featuring songs by Madonna, Whitney Houston, Culture Club, and the Go Go’s. Lunch will be at Dover Straits with your choice of New York Strip Steak, Atlantic Salmon Filet, Breast of Chicken Marsala or Jumbo Shrimp & Pasta.

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Always Something There (A New 80's Musical)
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$115 / $123
9:45-5:30pm

Patty Waszak 39570

She is back with her comedy and music variety show! Patty is a dynamic singer, hilarious comedian and award-winning songwriter. Patty plays the “sweetest sax this side of heaven”. Lunch is chicken or fried shrimp, homemade corn fritters, coleslaw, cottage cheese, kidney bean salad, pickled beets, baked potato and one non-alcoholic beverage.

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Patty Waszak
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$100 / $108
9:45-4:00pm

Let's Get Artsy 39572

The day starts with a guided walking tour of the Skokie Sculpture Park, followed by a bus tour of murals in Evanston. Lunch will be at a taco bar at Five and Dime, and afterward, there will be a visit to the Artem Pop-up Art Gallery for a tour and shopping. The trip involves a moderate amount of walking.

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#39572-00
Available
Let's Get Artsy
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$90 / $98
8:15-3:00pm

The Marvelous Wonderettes 39573

The Marvelous Wonderettes is an engaging Off-Broadway musical set during the 1958 Springfield High School prom, featuring four girls—Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy—who share their hopes and dreams through classic ‘50s songs like “Lollipop” and “Dream Lover.” In Act II, the girls reunite for their ten-year high school reunion, reflecting on the ups and downs of the past decade. With over 30 hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s, this charming show celebrates friendship and resilience, making it a delightful trip down memory lane. Lunch will be at Hackneys in Glenview. Lunch choices are a Hackneyburger, a spinach and berry salad, fish and chips or a Reuben sandwich. Due to the timing of show, please bring a snack as we will not be eating lunch until 1:30 pm.

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Waitlist
The Marvelous Wonderettes
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$100 / $108
9:45-3:45pm

Cubs vs Brewers 39574

Join us for a fun afternoon of baseball watching one of the oldest rivalries in baseball. We are traveling to see the Cubs vs. Brewers at American Family Field. There is a very moderate amount of walking as we will be walking from the parking lot to the stadium before and vice versa after the game. We will NOT be getting door to door service. The fee includes a printed ticket to the game (No MLB app needed) and transportation. Tickets are in Section 107. Lunch will be on your own.

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Cubs vs Brewers
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$90 / $98
9:30-6:00pm

Boats, Bubbly and Blooms 39576

Enjoy a relaxing and educational experience with the I and M Canal Boat Tour, followed by a visit to the beautiful Weber Gardens. Start with a scenic boat ride on the canal, then savor a Captain's lunch and mimosas in the I and M Canal Visitor Center's Vintage Room. Afterward, explore Ted Weber's charming storybook-style house and its two acres of breathtaking English Gardens. Lunch is fried chicken, spring salad, confetti corn, potato and gravy, peach cake dessert and a mimosa.

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#39576-00
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Boats, Bubbly and Blooms
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$118 / $126
9:15-5:30pm

Oklahoma 49598

Oklahoma! is a classic American musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein that marked the beginning of the Golden Age of American Musical Theatre. Known for its vibrant costumes, stunning choreography, and lively humor, the show features iconic songs like "People Will Say We’re In Love," "Surrey With the Fringe On Top," and the beloved title number "Oklahoma!" The original production won a Pulitzer Prize, and various revivals have earned multiple Tony Awards. Now, The Fireside presents a fresh, must-see take on this timeless favorite. Meal choices include beef short rib, chicken Florentine, almond crusted cod, or manicotti (the vegetarian option). Coffee, tea, and milk are included.

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Oklahoma
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$140 / $148
9:00-5:30pm

Come From Away 39577

9/11/2001… 38 airplanes, 6,579 stranded passengers from 100 countries, 1 small town in Newfoundland. Before they have a clue what’s happening, thousands of passengers are diverted to the town of Gander, doubling its population, and putting the townsfolk to the test. Based on astonishing true events and hundreds of hours of interviews with the townspeople and the “come from aways” (aka stranded passengers) who were welcomed with open arms, you’ll experience the spirit of small-town generosity that helped the healing begin. Full of songs that celebrate kinship and grit, Come From Away’s message is simple and significant: in this day and age, it’s more important than ever for kindness to reach across the borders. Lunch will be at Fireside Grille with your lunch choice of a grilled pork chop, Mediterranean pasta, ¼ rack BBQ ribs or a broasted chicken breast with sides and dessert included.

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Come From Away
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$103 / $111
10:15-5:00pm

Rock Painting 39578

Unleash your creativity and some energy, by joining us for a two-day hide and seek rock painting party! We will meet and paint our rocks together on June 16 and on June 23, we will check out some of our local parks and hide the rocks throughout the district for everyone to enjoy. Rocks, paints, and nitrile gloves will be provided. Julie from our parks department will be leading the class and the walk in the parks. We will be stopping for a refreshment at a local spot after our parks visit.

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Rock Painting
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$20 / $25
10:00-12:00pm

The 4 C Notes (Franki Valli & The 4 Seasons) 39579

Enjoy a delicious home-cooked buffet lunch in the historic log cabin inspired by White Pines Dinner Theatre, built by the Civilian Conservation Corp. It’s located inside the beautiful White Pines State Park. After your meal, sit back and enjoy the show! The Four C Notes are Midwest’s only tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Smart choreography and top-quality tributes come to experience this great music.

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#39579-00
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The 4 C Notes (Franki Valli & The 4 Seasons)
Rakow Center
Registration Age / Sign Up Date
Fees (R/NR)
$114 / $122
10:00-5:00pm

Your membership helps our Adult Activities Center provide:

  • Bi-monthly Newsletter mailed to you
  • Health Clinics
  • AARP Driver Safety Programs
  • Rules of the Road Refresher Classes
  • Appointments with Senior Services
  • Free Legal Consultation
  • Quilting & Art Classes
  • Book & Video Libraries
  • Billiards
  • Wii Tournaments
  • Card, Dice & Board Games
  • Special Interest Community Programs
  • Speakers & Presentations
  • Bingo 1st & 3rd Friday of each month
  • Pancake Breakfasts
  • Special Events
  • Seasonal Programs
  • Theme Parties
  • Movies & Activities
  •  Trips
  • Theater & Show Productions
  • Bags

All of the above included in your membership could be subject to change.

Adult Activities Center Guidelines

The Dundee Township Park District Adult Activities Center endorses and supports a safe, fun, positive, and enriching environment where seniors, age 50 and over, are able to relax, socialize, and participate in recreation activities. Staff and patrons have the responsibility to conduct themselves in a manner that supports this goal.

The nature of this facility is a drop in center with both scheduled and self-directed activities. Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8:00 am-3:30 pm.

The following are the Dundee Township Park District Adult Activities Center guidelines while attending activities at the Adult Activities Center:

  1. The Dundee Township Park District Adult Activities Center staff is on site to provide general supervision and a welcoming environment to all patrons.
  2. Respectful and appropriate behavior is expected at all times when interacting with other patrons and staff.
  3. We encourage all patrons to carry current contact information in case of an emergency.
  4. All patrons are expected to be able to participate in any Dundee Township Park District activities on their own.
  5. Once scheduled activities begin, those arriving late may not be able to participate. All scheduled activities and times are listed in the Adult Activities Center newsletter.
  6. The Adult Activities Center does not provide supplies for all activities. Please come prepared with supplies.
  7. The Dundee Township Park District does not provide personal care to patrons in their progrmas.
  8. Seniors with caregivers are welcome to participate in Dundee Township Park District Adult Activities Center activities. Caregivers are expected to assist and participate in the program with the participating patron.

If the above guidelines are not followed, the Dundee Township Park District will initiate procedures based upon its patrons behavior and discipline policy.

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