Affiliates
What
Are Affiliates?
Affiliate groups are clubs and organizations that are sponsored
by the Champaign Park District. Each group is financially self-sustaining,
self governing, and over-seen by Champaign Park District staff.
Call 217-398-2550 for information.
The
Boneyard Creek Cloggers
Organized
in the 1980's, the Boneyard Creek Cloggers promote the social, recreational
and artistic benefits of clogging, a form of traditional Appalachian
dance. The group performs at old-time festivals and other events
throughout the state. They meet on Thursday nights at the Springer
Cultural Center for weekly recreational dancing, followed by rehearsal
for performances. Please see the current Funformation Guide for
Beginning Appalachian Clogging classes.
Questions/Info: Tom Caise 217-359-8791
Website: http://boneyardcreekcloggers.1colony.com/index.html
Carving
Club
The
Carving Club welcomes members of all abilities. Bring along your
carving tools as there will be time for creating work. Bring along
your tools as there will be time for creating work.
Questions/Info: Lance Noone 217-586-7299
Dates: First & Third Wednesday of the Month
Location: Springer Cultural Center
Central
Illinois Aerospace (Model Rocket Club)
Model
rocket builders and launchers of all ages are invited to join the
Champaign Park District's Model Rocket Club. Membership fees are
$10 for first family member and $2 for each additional family member
per year. Memberships include informational meetings on rocketry,
rocket building, workshops, scheduled rocket launches, and many
more exciting activities.
Questions/Info: Jonathan
Sivier 217-359-8225
Website: http://www.prairienet.org/cia/
Dates: First Tuesday of the Month
Location: Springer Cultural Center
Central
Illinois English Country Dancers
English Country Dance consists primarily of dances and music from
England in the 1600’s and 1700’s. We hold dances at
the Springer Cultural Center approximately monthly. In addition
we hold a more formal ball twice a year. All of our events are open
to anyone who is interested. All dances are taught and there is
always live music provided by the Flatland Consort. Partners, costumes,
and experience are not required and all lovers of English Country
dance and music are welcome. We ask for a nominal admission fee,
generally $1 at our monthly dances, slightly more at the balls,
to help cover our costs.
Questions/Info: Jonathan Sivier 217-359-8225
Website: www.prairienet.org/ciecd/.
Location: Springer Cultural Center
C.H.A.D.D.
Children And Adults With Attention Deficit Disorder
If you are a parent, educator, or medical professional working with
a child with Attention Deficit Disorder or are a teen with ADD,
join a network of others just like yourself who understand the challenges
of helping individuals with ADD achieve success. C.H.A.D.D. is an
invaluable resource and strives to disseminate accurate and helpful
information covering the latest developments in ADD research, diagnosis,
and treatment.
Questions/Info: JoAnne Broadbent
217-359-0525 or C-U Special Recreation 217-239-1152.
Dates: First Monday of the Month
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Location: Springer Cultural Center
Champaign
County Radio Control Club (CCRCC)
For 30 years the members of CCRCC have been building, flying
and promoting radio controlled model airplanes. Radio controlled
model flying is a great hobby for kids and adults. If you have an
interest in learning to fly model
aircraft or are already a competent model pilot you are welcome
to join our organization. The club meets the second Monday of the
month at the club field during the summer and at Frasca field during
the winter. Membership includes use of the club field, informational
meetings on radio control flying, flight instruction, and scheduled
club events. Questions/Info: Jim Sandquist 217-469-7231
Website: http://ccrcc.prairienet.org
Champaign
County Cultural Consortium
The Champaign County Cultural Consortium is a network of cultural
resource providers and educational organizations who collaborate
in the creation, coordination, and promotion of cultural resource
programs for Champaign County Schools. The consortium provides access
to arts experiences for all students and educators, fosters communication
among cultural resource providers and educators, supports educational
resources which strengthen cultural diversity in Champaign County
Schools, and promotes the arts as an educational tool.
Questions/Info: Elaine Bearden 217-367-4069 or Sandy Osborne
217-586-2612.
Webpage: http://www.culturalconsortium.com
Champaign
Kids Wrestling Club
Our Club belongs
to the Illinois Kids Wrestling Federation and is a self-supporting,
non-profit organization. Coaches and volunteers anxiously await
the challenge of helping all young wrestlers from 2nd – 8th
grades to develop their wrestling skills and reach their goals.
Club members participate in tournaments, dual meets, and a State
series. Registration is in mid October with practices starting at
the end of November. Call for a flyer and registration information
in September. Our season of competition is December – March.
This club has provided a well-structured environment for individuals
to become great athletes and some of the best wrestlers in our local
high schools. High school wrestlers interested in expanding their
wrestling skills, call in February for info.
Questions/Info: Merle Ingersoll 217-352-8320
Champaign
Ski Club
The
Champaign Ski Club is an outdoor sport and social club which puts
together as many as 11 ski trips each year. Our trips are planned
with the needs of experienced and first time skiers in mind. Families,
singles, and students are welcome. Although downhill skiing is the
club’s focus, camping, mountain biking, roller blading, white
water rafting, canoeing, and various social events are all part
of our agenda. The club meets regularly from September - April.
Questions/Info: Neill Wilkins 217-352-8640
Website: http://www.ChampaignSkiClub.org
C-U
Astronomical Society
Explore the stars and planets with the C-U Astronomical Society,
Inc. View the heavens through members' telescopes or use the CUAS
Observatory, located southwest of Champaign, and its 16-inch telescope.
Membership fee is $15 per year (individual or family) which includes
a monthly newsletter.
Website: http://www.prairienet.org/cuas/
Dates: Second Thursday of the Month
Location: Parkland College Staerkel Planetarium
Midwest
Central Model Railroad Club
Join the Midwest
Central Railroad Club! This group of rail fans and N-scale model
railroaders meets at members’ homes on the first Thursday
of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The club has a modular N-Trak
layout that it sets up at local railroad shows a few times each
year. If you are interested in prototype railroading or railroad
modeling in any scale, come join the fun!
Fee: $10
Questions/Info: John Colombo 217-356-2718, jcolombo@law.uiuc.edu
McKinley
Toastmasters Club #467
Build self-confidence, learn leadership and practice valuable career
skills in the friendly and supportive environment of McKinley Toastmasters
International Communication and Leadership Program. Open to individuals
18 and older, it is a dynamic club dedicated to helping members
develop speech and leadership skills through the regular practice
of public speaking.
Members assume various roles at each meeting and progress at their
own rate. Meetings are fast-paced, educational, and fun and are
ideal for novice speakers interested in overcoming their fears.
The club’s international and diverse membership makes McKinley
a great place to meet interesting people who are dedicated to personal
growth.
Meetings are held the first four Thursdays of each month from 6:15
– 8:00pm at the Springer Cultural Center. Guests are encouraged
to visit. Please call to confirm meeting time and location.
Questions/Info: Tony Audrieth 217-352-3840
Potters'
Club
A cooperative
of amateur potters active in Champaign-Urbana since 1969. The Club
offers members access to all materials and equipment needed to create
pottery and sculpture. Our next kick-off meeting is Wednesday, May
26 at 7 pm at the Springer Cultural Center. All members must attend
this first meeting of the new session plus one meeting per month,
and are required to serve on a committee. Monthly meeting times
will be the 4th Wednesday of the month. Membership is $65 per session.
Graduates of Jeffrey Nichols’ classes are offered a one-time
discount. Studio tours and demos available upon request.
Questions/Info: Jackie Christiensen, Club President 217-398-2376, upotters-1@prairienet.org.
Website: http://www.prairienet.org/potters/
Prairie
Cycle Club
Since
1971 the Prairie Cycle Club (PCC) has served the needs of all types
of bicyclists including recreational, touring, long distance riders,
commuters, and racers. Individuals and families are welcome. Annual
membership is $15 for individuals and $20 for a family (people living
at the same residence). Membership includes an extensive year-round
ride schedule, monthly newsletter, social and educational activities,
special events, bicycle advocacy, and a great way to have fun and
meet people while improving your fitness no matter what your experience
or ability. Weeknight rides are scheduled from mid-April to mid
September.
One of the highlights is our annual CU Across the Prairie held in August. Information and a membership form can be accessed through their website.
Questions/Info: president@prairiecycleclub.org or 217-398-0702
Website: http://www.prairiecycleclub.org
Ridgewalkers
Walking Club
Like
to walk to stay fit? Like to walk with friends? Then, join our walking
club! We are a Chapter of the American Volkssport Association (AVA),
made up of hundreds of clubs across the U.S. Our noncompetitive
walks, usually 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) in length, are held throughout
the year in the CU and adjoining areas. We also host two year-round
walks that are free and can be walked anytime, starting at: Taffies
Restaurant, 301 S. Mattis Ave., C, and the Arcade Restaurant, 132
N. Market St., Paxton. (Just look or ask for the registration box
with the trail maps.) Come and check us out at one of our monthly
meetings: 2nd Monday of each month, at 7pm at the Phillips Recreation
Center, 505 W. Stoughton, Urbana. All ages are welcome and membership
is only $10 per year.
Questions/Info: Mike Balogh 217-355-1704, mbalogh@balogh.com or David
Bradley 217-355-6811.
Website: http://www.ava.org
Second
Wind Running Club
Champaign-Urbana's
Second Wind Running Club welcomes runners of all ages and abilities.
The club sponsors a number of regular activities including quarterly
meetings, social activities, a weekly fun run, and a bi-monthly
newsletter. In addition, the club sponsors several local road races.
For more information on the club call Chris Migotsky at 217-590-2509.
Website: http://www.secondwindrunningclub.org/
Senior
Softball Club
Membership
in the Emmerson Dexter Senior Softball Club is open to all players
and supporters of senior softball in the C-U area. The Club works
with the Champaign Park district to maximize participation of softball
players over the age of 50 and to improve and enhance the softball
experience for senior players and their families. In addition to
working on improvements in Dexter Field, the Club assists the park
district with administration of the Worden-Martin Golden Gloves
League, sponsors tournaments and all-star games, publishes a newsletter,
and provides trophies and awards for teams and individuals, and
holds social events.
Questions/Info: Jerry Akers 217-688-2220, Rudy Pribble 217-359-6473, Roger
Clark 217-684-4184 |
