Jul. 7th - Sep. 3rd

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Jul. 23rd - Aug. 3rd

The Center for Gifted is once again offering SUMMER WONDERS classes for ages PK-8th grades. Applicants need not be tested or identified as gifted-just bright,motivated,and hungry for new challenges! Online application is available at www.centerforgifted.org where parents also will find program details,course descriptions,and printable forms. Full and half day offered. Before & aftercare available. There are two, one week sessions at this location. We are a Northern Illinois University partner and a non-profit educational organization. Our phone #847-901-0173 and email info@centerforgifted.org.

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Jul. 23rd - 27th

Founded in 1983, The Center for Gifted offers bright, gifted and talented children and teens, a wide variety of classes which are challenging, creative and fun! With a inventive, effective approach to education, classes inspire enthusiasm for learning. Applicants need NOT be tested or identified as gifted-just bright,motivated, and hungry for new challenges! Full and half days offered. Program is for 1st-5th grades. *Before & After care available!* There are three,one week, sessions at this site. **We have FREE round trip bus service from several suburban locations to this site!** Please see website for class descriptions and application forms www.centerforgifted.org. We are a not-for-profit organization under IRC Section 501(c)(3).

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Jul. 23rd - Aug. 17th

The Center for Gifted is once again offering SUMMER WONDERS classes for ages 1st-5th grades in Glenview. Applicants need not be tested or identified as gifted-just bright,motivated,and hungry for new challenges! Online application is available at www.centerforgifted.org where parents also will find program details,course descriptions,and printable forms. Full and half day offered. Before & aftercare available. There are four,one week sessions at this location. We are a Northern Illinois University partner and a non-profit educational organization. Our phone #847-901-0173 and email info@centerforgifted.org.

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Jul. 27th

Bring your imagination and use our tools and recycled materials. Toy cars, musical instruments, and art are just the beginning! We'll also have loads of LEGOs, and oodles of building materials. You'll be amazed at what you can make and take home during this day of fanciful fabrication! All activities included with museum admission - $8/person and free to Members and children ages 1 and younger. Sponsored by Crash 1 Collision Center.

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Aug. 3rd

Sing, dance, and sneeze along during a lively performance by this nationally known singer / musician and his accordion playing friend! After you enjoy this amazing musical experience, create and use sound makers you can take home! The Kona Ice Truck will be on hand with tasty treats for purchase! All activities (excluding Kona Ice Truck treats) included with museum admission - $8/person and free to Members and children ages 1 and younger. The event is sponsored by the Illinois Arts Council and the Rockford Area Arts Council.

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Aug. 11th

Saturday, August 11, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Members $4 / Public $12
Get your robes and books ready for school! Discovery Center turns into Hogwarts for this evening of wizardly wonders. Meet your favorite teacher, sit in on a potions lesson, sample a snack, and invent your own prank kit suitable for a joke shop.

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Aug. 22nd - 23rd

Calling all superheroes! Pump It Up is hosting their annual Birthday Bash and we need you to make it super. Have your kids wear their favorite superhero t-shirt while they jump around in Arenas A and B. This event will include two slices of pizza and a drink per person, and every child gets a party favor. This spectacular annual event is not to be missed. EVERY PERSON, CHILD AND ADULT, NEEDS A TICKET, $7.50/PERSON. This event sells out, so please RESERVE ONLINE. We are sorry, but punch cards may NOT be used for this event. We are sorry, but online reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Socks and a signed waiver are required.
Tuesday, August 22nd from 5:30-8pm
Wednesday, August 23rd from 10-12pm (42" Max), 12:45-3:15pm & 4:30-7pm

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Aug. 25th

Founded in 1983, The Center for Gifted offers bright, gifted and talented children and teens, a wide variety of classes which are challenging, creative and fun! With a inventive, effective approach to education, classes inspire enthusiasm for learning. Applicants need NOT be tested or identified as gifted-just bright,motivated, and hungry for new challenges! This is a one day program for girls ages 4th-12th grades, held at Triton College. It is $45+$15(lab fee). Bring your imaginations, turn raw & recyclable materials into a project of your dreams! Learn to use hand tools, drill press,3D Printer and CNC Router! We have several other programs, locations, and dates offered.* Please see website for class descriptions and application forms www.centerforgifted.org. We are a not-for-profit organization under IRC Section 501(c)(3).

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