The Libertyville Area Moms Back to School Activities and More Guide | Libertyville Area Moms

Planning for the Fall season is upon us! We hope the Back to School Activities & More Guide saves you time and money while finding the activities and services to get the school year off to a great start!

 

Thank you to our Sponsors for supporting small businesses and families in the community! 

Little Steps Pediatric Therapy
1189 S. Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-707-6744

Hewn Bread
348 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
224-536-1816

North Shore Pro-Active Health
112 W. Lake Street 
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-362-4476

Little Steps Pediatric Therapy
1189 S. Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-707-6744

Hewn Bread
348 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
224-536-1816

North Shore Pro-Active Health
112 W. Lake Street 
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-362-4476

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Bohemia Beauty Lounge

Bohemia Beauty Lounge is a new small business Salon and Spa here in Libertyville! We offer a wide variety of services such as facials, face and body waxing, brow tints, laminations, lash tints, lifts, hair coloring, highlighting, haircuts, silk press, treatments and more!

We carry R+Co as well as Sanitas and Green Envee. All our lines have products available for everyone and are cruelty free. Not sure what would work best for your hair and skin? We’re open to any questions you have!

We also offer event hair and makeup in salon or on site. From weddings and gala’s to homecoming and prom, we do it all!

We’ve recently added a boutique with trendy styles for everyone! The bags are just too cute to pass up! Our jewelry line is made by a local, woman owned small business, Boldness with a Bun.

Feel free to stop by to take a look! Check out our site for more information on services and to book for your next visit!

Bohemia Beauty Lounge
215 E Park Avenue, Suite D
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
224-424-4395
[email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
1-65+

Days of Operation / Hours: 
Sunday: CLOSED Monday: CLOSED Tuesday: 9:30am-6pm Wednesday: 9:30am-8pm Thursday: 9am-8pm Friday: 9:30am-7pm Saturday: 9am-4pm

Exclusive Discount:
New clients are 10% off the first service (mentioning this Guide)

An engaging hour you’ll look forward to all week at Clementine Early Childhood Community!

Clementine classes are an engaging way to spend intentional time with your child, get to know other families, and learn about parenting and development.

During weekly classes, the children build independence and friendships as they work and play in our bright and peaceful classroom, while the adults observe, chat with each other, and join their kids with the activities.

Each session also includes a full calendar of special events, such as park walks, parent discussions, and moms’ nights. Join us this fall in our welcoming and joyful community!

Clementine Early Childhood Community
526 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-770-0130
[email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
birth through 3+

Days of Operation / Hours: 
Tuesday through Saturday morning class options

Exclusive Discount:
Use code LAM23 to save $10

Dance Academy of Libertyville

Dance Academy of Libertyville is a home for all students from the serious dancer to the students who wish to dance for fun and recreation.

We are committed to providing the best dance training for all ages and interest levels, and truly believe that each dancer can find the proper fit within our school. Dance Academy is able to do this through our variety of programming that provide professional, quality training for every dancer.

Our 12,000 square foot facility holds 5 dance studios with sprung Marley flooring, a lounge area, student dressing-rooms, and convenient parking.

Dance Academy of Libertyville
746 E. Park Avenue
Libertyville, Illinois
847-247-1327
[email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
2.5 – Adult

Days of Operation / Hours: 
Monday-Thursday, 4-8pm Saturday 9am-12pm

Expert Family Eyecare – Optometrist for your entire family!

At Expert Family Eyecare we see adults and children of all ages and treat all eye conditions and emergencies.

We offer specialty dry eye services for patients suffering from dry eye disease and have a myopia management program that helps to slow down the progression of nearsightedness in children.

The extensive selection in our optical department has choices for all styles, ages, and budgets. We accept most vision and health insurance plans including VSP, EyeMed, Spectera, Superior, Davis, Blue Cross Community, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Meridian, March Vision, County Care, Ambetter, and many more.

Expert Family Eyecare
185 Milwaukee Ave STE 110
Lincolnshire, Illlinois 60069
224-563-3937
[email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
We see patients of all ages.

Days of Operation / Hours: 
Monday- 10-6, Tuesday- 9-5, Wednesday- 11-7, Thursday- 9-5, Friday – 9-5

Goldfish Swim School – Mundelein / Where Learning Is Fun for Everyone

Goldfish Swim School in Mundelein, IL is proud to provide state-of-the-art aquatic swimming facilities that are dedicated to indoor swim classes and programs for children, ages 4 months and up.

From Jump Start Clinics to our competitive team known as Swim Force, we’re committed to helping your child develop important life skills so he or she can make waves in life.

Parents and kids across North America prefer Goldfish Swim School because we offer:
A unique curriculum that’s convenient and can work with your busy schedule;
A wide variety of available program options, including infant and toddler swim lessons;
Shiver-free pools that are a pleasant 90° all year long;
An emotionally and intellectually stimulating environment;
Air-conditioned viewing galleries equipped with free Wi-Fi;
Convenient access to snacks and swim gear;
Safety and supervision at all times

Goldfish Swim School – Mundelein
1531 South Lake Street
Mundelein Illinois 60060
[email protected]
847-371-9000

Learn more on their website

Ages:
6 months – 12 years old

Days /Hours of Operation:
Monday: 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM, Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM, Thursday: 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM, Friday: 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Fall Arts Programming with Improv Playhouse

Improv Playhouse is a professional theatre and entertainment organization the scope of which includes a live theater performance schedule and acting school specializing in comprehensive improv – comedy and acting classes for adults and youth.

Fall Offerings Include:
1st – 3rd Broadway Bound Lion King Kids (8/29 – 11/9)
4th-7th Showstoppers Spongebob the Musical Youth Edition (8/25-11/18)
7th-10th ELITE Legally Blonde Jr (9/6 – 12/9)
3rd – 7th Drama Young Actor’s Sleeping Beauty (9/11- 11/18)
6th – 10th Grade ACT Drama Christmas Carol Radio Drama (9/12 – 11/11)

Plus Youth Improv!

Improv Playhouse
116 W Lake Street
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
[email protected]
847-968-4529

Learn more on their website

Ages:
1st – 12th ​

Days of Operation / Hours:
Evening Classes for Youth and Adults. Select daytime classes on the weekend.

Special Discount:
10% Discount with LAM

Libertyville Gymnastics Academy

Welcome to LGA, where we are committed to the development of every child, from the needs of the beginner to the needs of the advanced gymnast.

Through proper instruction, we will help your child achieve goals without limitation. Whether you are seeking a place to explore the sport for fun, or have much higher aspirations, we are here for you!

Libertyville Gymnastics Academy
2610 Commerce Drive
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-816-6618
[email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
6 months – 18 years

Days / Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday 8 – 8, Saturday 8 – 12, Birthday parties on Saturdays & Sundays

Play Hard Hoops – 15 Years of Basketball Instruction

Play Hard Hoops is a youth basketball program for boys and girls that has been around for 15 years and has been running programs at the Canlan Sportsplex – Libertyville the last two seasons.

PHH will teach the fundamentals of the game in an encouraging environment where kids of all ages and ability can learn, improve and have fun.

Play Hard Hoops
PO Box 5005
Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
*Canlan Libertyville*
847-420-8115
[email protected]

David Adelman

Learn more on their website

Ages:
K – 8th Grade Boys and Girls

Days / Hours of Operation:
Thursdays 4:00-8:00PM

Come Sing with Us at Red Rose Children’s Choir of Lake County!

The Red Rose Children’s Choir of Lake County, Illinois is a nonprofit organization serving families in Lake County and northern Cook County. The choir is dedicated to meeting the needs of children who love to sing.

This auditioned, tuition-based choir serves students with differing religious, racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Through the pursuit of excellence and common sense of purpose, singers find a sense of self-esteem and belonging as they share their gifts with the community.

The choir educates and inspires students to appreciate fine choral music, encouraging young singers to strive to communicate expressively through artistic performance. Since its founding in 1997, Red Rose has worked to foster a community of music. Our choirs have performed at local community events, gone on multinational tours, and commissioned music from some of the area’s most esteemed composers.

Our singers experience this community through the rich traditions developed over our time together. From the start of our year at Camp Duncan, to the special activities and songs that enrich each rehearsal, our students make friends and share experiences that will last far beyond their time with us.

The Red Rose Children’s Choir consists of 6 separate choirs based on the singer’s grade school level. Now accepting auditions for the Fall semester (through October 1). Auditions for the Spring semester will take place in January. Visit our website to request an audition.

Red Rose Children’s Choir of Lake County
P.O. Box 7712
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
847-846-3687
[email protected]

Nicole

Learn more on their website

Ages:
1st – 12th grade girls and boys

Days / Hours of Operation:
Tuesday & Wednesday 4:30-7:30 pm

Special Discount:
1/2 Price Audition Fee (usually $20) for mentioning this Ad.

Soccer Shots Lake County

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program ages 2-8 years old with a focus on character development.

We run our program at childcare centers and park programs all over Lake County. We also run private Backyard sessions for groups of 6 or more.

Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum.

Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards.

In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents. We love welcoming all our children to Soccer Island!

Soccer Shots Lake County
316 Seven Pines Circle
847.527.7401
[email protected]

Erik Rozentals

Learn more on their website

Ages:
2 – 8

Days / Hours of Operation:
Sunday – Saturday 8am-8pm

Special Discount:
10% discount off a season if you mention LibertyvilleAreaMoms.com – Expires 1/24

Talent Forum Dance Arts

Talent Forum Dance Arts
Where The Love of the Arts is Understood

Talent Forum offers more than a wonderful dance experience with something for everyone from 18 months to adult and including all commitment levels. We offer Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Tap, Poms and Grown-Up & Me. Our fourteen remarkable instructors strive to bring something special to each student. Staff not only train them to be great dancers, but be remarkable teammates, friends, leaders, and confident individuals. Our hope is that the positive energy we create carries itself beyond the studio.

Dance Tracks from recreational, to those seeking a professional career can be located on our website. For the dancer seeking more, discover the vibrant world of youth dance through our four dynamic companies.

Footprints Tap Ensemble a NFP 501c(3), our youth performance tap company celebrating its 29th year. Dancers participate in all aspects of dance show production including choreography, teaching, and performance. Footprints hosts the annual “Tap Jam” each November.

Forum Dance Theatre, a NFP 501(c)(3) celebrating its 26th season, is our pre-professional youth contemporary dance company. An exceptional program offering three companies lead by an incredible artistic staff. Forum produces the annual “Dance Forum” in February. Forum performs at various venues throughout the Chicago area, nationally and internationally.

Forum Starz in its 12th season is for dancers aged 6-13yrs, that like to perform throughout our community. Their sparkling personalities, adorable jazzy routines, and glittery costumes bring smiles to a variety of audiences.

Forum Squad in its 8th season offers four Hip Hop levels for ages 8-18, They have multiple performances within the Chicago area and participate in the “Monsters” Hip Hop Convention/Competition. The Artistic Director develops fun, hard hitting, and interesting choreography, and provides a team building environment.

Register today on our website for classes beginning the week of September 11th. Mention LAM for 1 Free Registration fee worth $30 for new students. Studio Director Shelley Page Hoselton is happy to assist in finding the right choice(s) for your dancer.

Talent Forum Dance Arts
450 Peterson Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
847-816-1711
[email protected]

Shelley Page Hoselton

Learn more on their website

Ages:
18 months through Adult

Days / Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday 4-9:30pm, Saturday 9am-2:30pm, Sunday 12-5pm

Special Discount:
Mention LAM for 1 Free Registration fee worth $30 for new students

Hang with us at Ultimate Gymnastics of Gurnee!

Come hang with us at Ultimate Gymnastics!

Join our Preschool, Recreational or Flip Flop Program depending on your child’s age and skill level!

We provide high quality gymnastics instruction to kids of all ages and abilities. We continue to build character and confidence through the sport of gymnastics in a positive and safe environment. We’d love for you to join a us!

If you have any questions, please email our office at [email protected]

Ultimate Gymnastics 
1018 Tri-State Parkway
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
847-875-8573
[email protected]

Amanda Moons (Owner) [email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
2-15

Come visit us at Vernon Hills Gymnastics!

Join our Preschool, Recreational or Tumbling Program depending on your children’s needs!

Not sure where to place your child? No problem! Call 224-504-2912 to schedule an Evaluation and we can set you up with a Class Time/Day that works with your schedule.

We’re excited to meet you! If you have any questions, please email our front desk at [email protected].

Vernon Hills Gymnastics 
645 Lakeview Pkwy Suite 100
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
224-504-2912
[email protected]

Stephanie Meadow (Owner) [email protected]

Learn more on their website

Ages:
2-18

A huge thank you to our Sponsors!

Hewn is a rustic bakery that specializes in made-from-scratch breads, pastries and sandwiches. Our artisan breads and baked goods are naturally leavened and baked at our Evanston location. A full selection of items are available in Evanston, and a curated selection of items are available at our new Libertyville Outpost.

At Little Steps Pediatric Therapy in Libertyville, we provide pediatric physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to meet the rehabilitation needs of our young patients, their physicians, and their parents. We work with children from birth to adulthood providing timely, individualized therapy services in a caring environment through the personalized attention of a committed staff.

Our skilled staff provides individualized treatment plans specifically for your child’s needs and development. Whether it’s improving sensory processing skills, handwriting, mobility, self-regulation, developmental delays, motor coordination, social skills, or other needs, our compassionate team specializes in a variety of pediatric conditions and are dedicated to helping your child achieve their goals.

We go above and beyond when it comes to the treatment of our young patients, including offering virtual telehealth appointments.

Our staff at Little Steps Pediatric Therapy in Libertyville is dedicated to individual attention and customized plans to meet your child’s needs.

North Shore Pro-Active Health, and our team of experts, emphasizes improving your health in an effort to reduce the risk of pain and illness in the first place. We build customized wellness programs that work for you. 

Our goal is to administer healing of the body, mind and spirit through a variety of chiropractic services. We offer pain relief, pre-conception and pregnancy care, pediatric chiropractic care, functional medicine and more! As our patient, we will personally tailor a program specifically targeted to your health goals as well as your needs. People are recognizing the benefit of seeking an alternative to traditional medicine. We hope you come see us today!

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