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Do you have the luck of the Irish on your side to catch Park Ridge’s mischiefs Leprechaun? The Park District has the inside scoop and knows when the Leprechaun will be running around Park Ridge leaving a trail of green items and even some gold coins in people’s front yards. Set a trap in your front lawn and see if you can catch him or her! Sign up and the Leprechaun will visit your home and leave green items and trinkets to find in your front lawn along with some gold coins around your trap. The Leprechaun will visit your home between 12-3pm. NOTE: This special event is limited to Park Ridge Park District resident addresses only.

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Experience the excitement of New Year's Eve around the world with your family, without leaving Park Ridge or staying up late! Explore cultural traditions, make crafts, and enjoy refreshments inspired by global flavors. Games, music, and entertainment takes place throughout the event. The celebration ends with noise makers, hats, beads, and a traditional New Year's Eve balloon drop.

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Make 2025 shine! Does your child like to act, sing, or dance? Come get a taste of all the fun that happens at The Stage School every week! Our Free Trial Class Day gives your child a chance to try our program first hand, with loads of fun and learning! Parents can meet with our Principal and learn more about our upcoming Winter/Spring classes and summer camps! Registration is limited to new families with The Stage School.

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Give your child’s imagination a boost! Students will learn the fundamentals of acting through engaging games, imaginative play, and storytelling. Your child will develop core skills such as speaking clearly in front of an audience, vocal projection, using their imagination on stage, concentration, and teamwork. Students will perform a showcase of their work on the last day of class.

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Learn the art of Sketch Comedy and Improv! Your child will work with a professional teaching artist to develop and rehearse a combination of classic and original sketch comedy pieces. Students will also dive into the art of improv through engaging games, scene work, and improvisational exercises. Fun and hilarity will certainly ensue! Students will perform a showcase of their work on the last day of the session.

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