In the heartland of America, nestled amid miles of cornfields and skyscrapers, lies a bustling and vivacious state known as Illinois. This is a place where rivers flow like streams of silver and towering pines share the skyline with colossal buildings. But, the most extraordinary thing about Illinois isn’t just its astonishing landscapes or its delicious deep-dish pizza. Oh no, it’s the fearless, energetic, and adventurous kids who participate in marathon activities! Now, let’s meet our cool imaginary friend, Zippy the Zebra. Zippy, with his black and white stripes and his fast running hooves, is the funniest marathon runner you could ever meet. He's the one who inspired the Illinois kids to start their marathon journey. One fine day, Zippy arrived in Illinois and exclaimed, "Hey all you cool kids! How about we run, have fun, and explore this beautiful state together?" And run they did! The kids of Illinois, each one a tiny tornado of energy, began to participate in marathons. They would race right alongside Zippy! They ran through the sprawling cornfields under the warm sun, they sprinted past the skyscrapers in the sparkling city of Chicago, and they raced along the winding rivers with the wind in their hair. They were having so much fun, they barely noticed they were running a marathon! And when they crossed the finish line, they felt like superheroes, just like Zippy. From then on, you could see kids training and jogging everywhere you went in Illinois. If you listen very carefully, you could even hear the infectious laughter of these little marathoners, echoing across the state. Everyone knew Illinois was filled with brave and determined marathon runners, all thanks to a funny zebra named Zippy.
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We are thrilled to bring you some fantastic news! For the first time, we are launching our STEM Summer Camp Program in Torrance, marking our debut in the South Bay and Orange County areas. This is a significant milestone for us, and we hope it's just the beginning of our journey to expand to many other locations. This summer, we are offering your child an unprecedented opportunity to dive deep into the fascinating world of STEM. Our camp will be buzzing with interactive experiments and creative challenges to fuel your child's curiosity and keep them engaged. It's an ideal environment for kids who have an insatiable desire to learn, explore, and grow. We also want to stress our commitment to small group learning. In order to ensure that every child gets the focused attention they need, we're capping the number of spots available. Don't let your child miss out on this incredible opportunity at our exciting STEM Summer Camp. Book their spot today! Our special Science Club program is meticulously designed to cater to children from grades K-6. Each lesson in the Club SciKidz program is crafted to engage students in activities like observation, measurement, identifying properties, and conducting experiments around life, earth, and physical science concepts. Each unit is thoroughly researched by our team of science educators, with valuable inputs from teachers and children. The result is a set of lessons that not only entertain students but also foster genuine learning. Join us for a summer of science that promises to be full of fun and learning!


The Huntley Park District is committed to delivering the highest quality of parks, programs, open spaces, and facilities for everyone to enjoy. We strive to create spaces for healthy activities, creative expression, and learning opportunities to enhance the quality of life for our residents and visitors. We are proud to offer a wide selection of fun, safe, and affordable programs and services to our customers. The Board has put in place sound and fair policies, and with the help of our dedicated staff, we are able to provide a safe and rewarding work environment. We also provide training, encouragement, and supervision to our front-line staff to ensure a positive experience for all who participate.