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    "Adopt" a Gator in the Gator Race on July 24

    Just like a rubber duck race, numbered gators will race in heats down the slide at Sunset Pool. Net proceeds benefit the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation.
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    "Adopt" a Gator in the Gator Race on July 24

    Just like a rubber duck race, numbered gators will race in heats down the slide at Sunset Pool. Net proceeds benefit the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation.

    Adopt a Gator »

    Make a splash with Santa at the pool on July 25

    Help Santa get the most out of his vacation in Glen Ellyn. We'll swim, eat pizza, and have a photo opportunity with the big man himself.
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    Make a splash with Santa at the pool on July 25

    Help Santa get the most out of his vacation in Glen Ellyn. We'll swim, eat pizza, and have a photo opportunity with the big man himself.

    Register »

    Unplug and Play on Saturday, July 12

    Enjoy tech-free sports and activities at Unplug Illinois, a free community event at Ackerman SFC.
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    Unplug and Play on Saturday, July 12

    Enjoy tech-free sports and activities at Unplug Illinois, a free community event at Ackerman SFC.

    Learn more »

    Give and get equipment at the SportSwap

    Gear up for sports and other activities at this community exchange and sale on July 13. Thank you to our partner, Go Green Glen Ellyn!
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    Give and get equipment at the SportSwap

    Gear up for sports and other activities at this community exchange and sale on July 13. Thank you to our partner, Go Green Glen Ellyn!

    Learn more »

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    Get Your Gators: Race & Win Prizes

    The Parks Foundation’s Gator Race is back! “Adopt” a gator at givebutter.com/gatorrace2025 for your chance to win great prizes including a family pool pass for the 2026 season, rounds of mini golf, and more! Gators (similar to rubber ducks) will race in heats down the slide at Sunset Pool on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Winners need not be present to win. Net proceeds from the event will directly support the Foundation’s mission of providing scholarships for recreation program offerings through the Glen Ellyn Park District and funding preservation and improvement efforts.

    SportSwap on Sunday, July 13: Great deals on gently used sports gear!

    Gear up for sports and activities at the SportSwap at Ackerman SFC on Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 1-2:30 pm. We’re teaming up with Go Green Glen Ellyn to give sports gear a second life. If you have any gently used sports equipment that you’d like to trade in, you can drop it off at Ackerman SFC from July 7-11. You’ll receive a voucher to use at the swap. Alternatively, you can also choose to purchase equipment using cash or credit. You are also welcome to simply donate equipment as long as it is on the list of accepted items and in good condition. Learn More »

    Unplug and Play on July 12!

    Plug into play instead of electronic devices on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Unplug Illinois. Come by Ackerman SFC from 10 am-12 pm for this free community event featuring fitness, games, arts, sports, nature, and other tech-free activities. Learn More »

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