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June 26, 2020 June 26, 2020: All playgrounds and the outdoor fitness area will open for public use at 9am on Saturday, June 27! Thank you for your patience as we awaited additional guidance from the Governor, CDC, and Illinois Department of Public Health. Read More »
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June 26 – In accordance with the State of Illinois’ Restore Illinois Plan, staff has made the following plan for the expansion of programming, amenities, and services, as allowed under Phase 4: Revitalization. Read more >
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June 5, 2020 Our staff have been working extremely hard to create new plans and programs to meet both the guidelines set forth by the State and the needs of our local parents and families. Check out the new Summer Playbook to see what at-home and in-person (small group) programs are currently available. The Playbook will be continuously updated, so check back often. View the Summer Playbook >
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Ackerman SFC will reopen for outdoor group fitness classes and personal training only beginning on Monday, June 8, as allowed under Phase 3: Recovery guidelines within the Restore Illinois Plan. During this phase, purchase of a $20 Group Fitness Class Pass will be required to preregister for group fitness classes. The pass will be valid from June 8 to July 8, and will enable pass holders to sign up for more than 45 classes each week. All classes will be socially distanced and limited to 10 participants. Learn more >
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June 1, 2020
June 1, 2020 – In accordance with the State of Illinois’ Restore Illinois Plan, staff has made the following plan for the return of programming and reopening of facilities as detailed in Phase 3: Recovery, which began on Friday, May 29. We will continue to adjust our plan as we get closer to Phase 4: Revitalization. Read more >
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Welcome…to Glen Ellyn Park! Take part in our Dinosaur Expedition on Saturday, June 27th from 10am to 2pm. Read More »
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May 20, 2020 Glen Ellyn Park District continues to put the health and safety of our residents and guests at the forefront of decisions during this pandemic. With that said, we want to update you on Sunset Pool, community events, summer programming and more for 2020. Read more >
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May 13, 2020 During these unprecedented times, we’re doing our best to bring activities to you. View our GEPD At-Home Activity Center for weekly contests and coloring sheets, free virtual fitness classes, registered programs with some of your favorite instructors, and more, to keep you entertained and engaged. Enjoy >
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May 4, 2020 Please fill out a short, two-minute survey to help us better meet your needs and concerns both during the stay-at-home order and after it’s lifted. Your opinion is very important to us and will assist the Glen Ellyn Park District in establishing programs and procedures moving forward. Take the survey >
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Coronavirus is threatening America’s blood supply, food banks, and more. The Glen Ellyn Park District is committed to providing opportunities for you to help! Read More »
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The Glen Ellyn Cares fundraiser was started by the Chamber in order to assist struggling local restaurant owners by buying meals to be donated to staff at local hospitals. If you are able to help, any level of support makes a difference and is greatly appreciated! Cash or check donations will be accepted from 1pm to 6pm at Ackerman SFC on May 14th. After you donate, a photo backdrop is available so you can customize a thank you sign for essential workers and snap a selfie! Please bring your own marker or pen.
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Help ensure a healthy blood supply in Illinois by donating at the upcoming blood drive at Ackerman SFC, 800 St. Charles Road, on Monday, May 18. Appointments, available from 1 to 6pm, are required in order to control the number of people at the site at a given time and to ensure safe social distancing (no walk-ins). Keeping in compliance with our state’s ordinance, donors will be required to bring and wear face masks during the donation process.
Click here to sign up or call/text Camille from Versiti at (847) 305-9998.
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May 1, 2020 We want to hear all about what makes your mom special. Complete and email a photo of our All About My Mom Interview by Saturday, May 9th at 3pm to [email protected] for a chance to win a gift for mom! Please include a photo with mom, your names, and the child’s age with your submissions. Download the interview sheet >
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While we are not able to accept injured, ill, or orphaned birds/animals, we’re lucky to have DuPage County Forest Preserve’s Willowbrook Wildlife Center located right here in Glen Ellyn. They are a wonderful resource for information and for connecting rescuers with licensed wildlife rehabilitators.
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April 29, 2020 National Fitness Day, held on the first Saturday in May, is an opportunity to try new ways of becoming fit and healthy! During this stressful time, exercise is also important to maintaining good physical and mental health. This Saturday, get up and get MOVING, any way you can!
Let us know what fitness means to you! Print this sign, fill it out, and snap a selfie with your sign in view! Share the picture with us by emailing [email protected], tagging @glenellynparkdist on Instagram, or sending us a message through Facebook. We’ll share the photos we receive on our pages on Saturday. Read More »
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Due to the shutdown of all Park District facilities in response to COVID-19, the May 5th meeting of the Park Board of Commissioners will be held by Zoom conference as permitted by the Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation in Response to COVID-19 (COVID-19 Executive Order 5) exempting the requirement of the Open Meetings Act for the physical presence of the Commissioners at the meeting and permitting Commissioner attendance by video, audio, or telephone access. Read More »
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April 28, 2020 Be a part of our Community Zoofari on Saturday, May 23rd from 10am to 2pm. Read More »
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Celebrate Star Wars Day with these activities straight from a galaxy far, far away! Email your pictures to [email protected] to show us how you made this your best May the Fourth ever! Read More »
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April 27, 2020 Thank you to everyone that signed up for the May 14th blood drive! At this time, all appointments have filled. In order to control the number of people at the site at a given time and to ensure safe social distancing, walk-ins will not be accepted. Read More »
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April 26, 2020 These new programs will help you have fun and be social while staying safe at home! Click on each program to learn more.
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