The Forman Center

The Forman Center The Forman Center is a recreational facility located in Manito, Illinois, and is available to rent!

The Forman Center is a recreational facility located in Manito, Illinois, and is available to rent for weddings, parties, meetings and sports events.

05/17/2026

⚾️ House League Update – T-Ball & Coach Pitch

Coaches for T-ball and coach pitch teams should be reaching out and connecting with families this weekend.

If you haven’t heard from a coach by the end of the weekend, please reach out to Andrea Dean.

We’re excited to get the season started! 🙌

04/27/2026

T-ball/Coach Pitch sign-up deadline is this Wednesday (4/29)!
We will not be accepting forms after that! We are fortunate to have a large group of kids signed up this year... we're looking forward to it!

04/22/2026

**Tball and coach pitch forms are due THIS FRIDAY!**

Message us if you need a form!

04/13/2026

The Park Board is currently seeking two volunteers to join our team. The Board provides oversight for the Forman Center, community pool, and several parks throughout our surrounding communities.
Volunteering is a meaningful way to give back, support community recreation, and help guide the future of our local parks and facilities. We encourage anyone interested in serving to reach out for more information.

Tonight at the High School!! You did not have to be on a team this year, if you have a girl interested in basketball, co...
04/10/2026

Tonight at the High School!! You did not have to be on a team this year, if you have a girl interested in basketball, come check it out!

04/08/2026

⚾️ 2026 Forman Park District House League – Registration Now Open! ⚾️
Let’s play ball! The Forman Park District House League is gearing up for another great summer season, and registrations are now open for T-Ball/Coach Pitch and Minor League Baseball/Softball.
📅 Important Dates

Registration Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026
Season Begins: Week of May 25
Season Length: 6 weeksPractices/Games twice per week
No games or practices on Memorial Day
🧢 Leagues Available
(Based on the 2025–2026 school year)

T-Ball / Coach PitchPreschool & Kindergarten
Ages 4 and up
Practice/Game Nights: Tentatively Tuesday & Thursday
Minor League1st & 2nd Grade
Practice/Game Nights: Tentatively Monday & Wednesday

Schedules are tentative and subject to change based on enrollment.

💲 Registration Fees

$25 – One child
$40 total – Two children (same household)
$50 total – Three or more children (same household)
Late registrations will incur a $5 fee
✔ Each child receives a team t-shirt
✔ Players should bring their own glove and helmet if possible
✔ Limited helmets and bats are available
📍 How to Register
Complete the registration form and return it with payment to:
Mrs. Andrea Dean at Midwest Central Primary School, or
Bernshausen Automotive
108 N. Washington St., Manito
Mon–Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Make checks payable to Forman Park District.
🙋 Coaches Needed!
We are looking for volunteer coaches and assistant coaches for each team. No experience required—just a willingness to help kids have fun and learn the game!
💗 “Volunteers don’t always have the time, they have the heart.” 💗

🌟 Special Thank You
A huge thank you to Andrea Dean for stepping in and volunteering her time to serve as League Director this season. Community programs like this can’t happen without people willing to lead, and we sincerely appreciate her dedication to our kids and our league! 🙌

📣 Questions or Updates?

League Director: Andrea Dean
📞 (309) 256-3160

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T-Ball/Coach pitch registration forms will be going home with Midwest Central students on Tuesday, April 7th! This is fo...
03/25/2026

T-Ball/Coach pitch registration forms will be going home with Midwest Central students on Tuesday, April 7th! This is for kids that are currently in Pre-K through 2nd grade, including those that attend the Springlake School! A printable form will be posted here as well!

Contact Andrea Dean if you have any questions!

From the 4th/5th grade coach, Eric Walker:Thank you for being patient with me. I've learned so much about myself, and h...
03/10/2026

From the 4th/5th grade coach, Eric Walker:
Thank you for being patient with me. I've learned so much about myself, and how insanely difficult coaching is. But it has been incredibly rewarding.

Thank you to all the parents that helped out with concessions, admission, cleanup and just getting your boys to practice and games. I know it's been a lot, and those that have gone the extra mile, you have my endless appreciation. Thank you.

Final Record: 12-22
We played some REALLY good teams with some really good programs. Remember, we have 4th graders on the team too! If we took the 20 games in the middle of the season, we were just over 500.

Ben, with 234 points on the season!
When he's on he's on! Great job with cuts and assists.
Wes, with 161!
Driving machine this year. And most 3s on the team.
Diontay, with 148!
Always seemed to find himself in the right spot.
Ace and Conner, both just shy of 100.
Always waiting right under the hoop.

Everyone on the team scored this year!

Will: Absolutely fearless! Huge kids and he's not afraid to drive in and go for boards.
Jones: Always ready and Mr. super hustle.
Callan: Small but mighty, with great steals and made his first game points!
Conner: The defensive master, never afraid to assign him the opponents best (pink shoes, blue shoes, etc)
Miller: Hands down most improved and SO coachable, an amazing quality to have.
Bentley: The scrappy squirrel. Always in the way, in a good way! Super aggressive defensively.

I have very high expectations for all of you!
Perfection is not the expectation, never has been. But 100% effort is. Mistakes happen, we're all learning. Let bygones be bygones, fix it on the next play.

When you play as a team, it's such a beautiful thing to watch. Stay coachable, work together, keep your teammates up and keep the effort up, always."

I'd like to thank Coach Eric for his time and dedication to be a VOLUNTEER coach for these boys. It's definitely not easy and each year gets harder and harder to find. You've set a solid foundation for these boys that they will use for years to come. -Brody

The 3rd grade boys completed their phenomenal season with nothing less than a championship in Athens this afternoon! The...
03/09/2026

The 3rd grade boys completed their phenomenal season with nothing less than a championship in Athens this afternoon! They went 1-1 in pool play yesterday... only to go 3-0 today to bring home the trophy!

This ends a remarkable season where they finished with a 34-12 record! This includes a 2nd place finish in the Canton and Pekin tournament, as well as a first place finish in the Illini Bluffs tournament last weekend! Raider nation is proud of you boys! You played with heart and the utmost level of sportsmanship all season.

03/03/2026

Calling All Youth Diamond Sports Families & Community Members

We are seeking a dedicated Volunteer House League Director to help lead our Youth Diamond Sports program, with a strong emphasis on T‑Ball as the gateway for our youngest players.
This role is about organization, teamwork, and supporting a positive first experience in youth baseball. The Director works with a small team of league coordinators, sharing responsibilities to keep the season running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Recruit and support league coordinators and volunteer coaches
Collaborate with Dan Sarff on field and game scheduling

T‑Ball practices at Forman Center
Games at Memorial Park and JV Field

Coordinate game cancellations when needed
Organize teams and assist with league structure
Order baseballs and maintain shared equipment (bases, tees, T‑Ball gear)
Keep the equipment shed clean and organized
Update and distribute registration forms through Primary School and Forman Center
Registrations due by May 15

This is a fantastic opportunity to give back by helping young athletes take their first steps into Youth Diamond Sports, creating a fun, welcoming, and supportive environment that builds confidence and a lifelong love of the game.
If you’re passionate about youth sports and enjoy organizing and making a positive community impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Message Josh Harbourn to learn more about this volunteer role.

Address

308 S Harrison Street
Manito, IL
61546

Telephone

+13092676185

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