| 2225 -DOWNHILL SKIING Love to learn to downhill ski, but getting to the slopes is too much hassle? Discovery Center has arranged & organized everything for you with this one day ski holiday amid beautiful surroundings. The trip includes roundtrip transportation (with complimentary coffee and donuts before you start out) & ski fees (including slope fee, lesson & lift ticket). The bus trip takes about an hour, so most of your day will be spent at the club. Bring lunch or purchase one at the club's cafeteria or restaurant. If you've never been on skis before, or have limited experience, this trip is for you. The club has a variety of runs from beginner to advanced. The certified instructors teach with an emphasis on safety, skill and, most important, FUN. Whether relaxing in front of a blazing fire, skiing the slopes or meeting new friends, this trip will definitely keep you warm. So join in on the fun & excitement of the Discovery Center's ski trips & learn what skiing Chicagoland-style is all about. Equipment Fee (rental of skis, poles & boots):$23 Sec K Sat|Jan 28|8:30am-6:30pm Sec L Sat|Feb 18|8:30am-6:30pm class fee: $59.95| departs from 2940 N Lincoln Ave |1 session for more info or to register 2230 -ICE SKATING To some people it's like learning to fly. To others it's an exhilarating way to exercise & stay in shape. Still others think of it as the ideal way to meet people. Whatever your reason, its as fun as it is exciting, helping you to develop physical self-confidence, & to improve coordination & balance while you experience one of the most popular sports. This class takes place at a conveniently located indoor rink in Skokie. The rink is kept at a comfortable temperature, so wear light clothing (a sweater or light jacket & gloves). Having fun doesn't stop the skating from being serious. The instructors are experienced, highly qualified professionals who enjoy teaching adults. They want the students to relax & feel comfortable on the ice & progress at their own pace. This class is geared to the rank beginner (no experience) & those with some skating experience. Skate Rental $2.50. Sec I Thu|Feb 9 to Mar 1|6:50pm- 7:20pm class fee: $59| 2940 N Lincoln Ave | 4 Thursdays for more info or to register | Snowboarding is on same schedule as ski trips. For snowboarding info or registration:  2226 - CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Cross-country skiing is easy, especially under the experienced guidance of top-notch instructors. Even if you've never been on skis, you can enjoy the experience of gliding over the snow with a speed that is both surprising & exhilarating. Cross-country skiing is a great winter sport for city dwellers. It gets you out of your house or apartment, allows you to take advantage of the parks. Also becoming an alternative to winter running-providing the same type of exercise with the advantage of keeping you warm. Its a sport which exercises your whole body while keeping your heart rate at a consistent level. This class is geared for both beginners & people who have some ski experience. Includes roundtrip transportation (with complimentary coffee and donuts before you start out) & ski fees (including lesson). Bus trip takes about an hour, so most of the day is spent at the club. Bring lunch or purchase at the club's cafeteria. Rental of equipment comes to $10, including skis, poles & shoes. Don't get cabin fever this winter. Get out, keep in shape, meet new friends & enjoy the city. Sec U Sat|Jan 28|8:30am-6:30pm Sec V Sat|Feb 18|8:30am-6:30pm class fee: $59.95| departs from 2940 N Lincoln Ave |1 session for more info or to register 0020 - DINNER WITH A TWIST Join us for a dinner party with a twist...murder! Discovery Center & Sarantos Studios Players, present an AUDIENCE-PARTICIPATION MURDER MYSTERY DINNER-THEATRE EVENT. You & your friends are invited to come to watch, observe & help unravel the mystery. Mingle with other guests & meet new people but you must observe the action closely for a MURDER will be committed. As the drama progresses you will realize that certain characters have something to hide. Indiscretions are hinted , relationships are alluded to, tempers flare & it becomes apparent that you should believe no one. Many are suspects, but only one is guilty! When you least expect it, someone collapses DEAD.Who did it? How? Why? That is for YOU to figure out. You will review details, examine evidence, be interrogated, question the witnesses & suspects. The story will reveal a number of facts but it will be up to you to distinguish real and false leads. Each event features a different script so you can attend again & again to solve an all new murder-mystery each time. Space is limited so call (773)348-8120 and make your reservation now! Sec C Sun|Jan 22|9am-Noon class fee: $59|1 session . for more info or to register
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