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March 4, 2020 Each day brings new information regarding the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The purpose of this communication is to let our residents know that the Glen Ellyn Park District is monitoring updates from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) relative to the current situation. For the time being, we are focused on ensuring that our staff and patrons are aware and take preventative measures to protect themselves from getting sick or stop the potential spread of illness to others. Read More »
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February 26, 2020 The Spring/Summer 2020 Activity Guide will be delivered to resident homes the weekend of February 29th. Resident registration will begin on Sunday, March 15th at 10:00pm. Download and print a copy of our Online Registration Planning Sheet, designed to help you start planning your autumn schedules right away! Read More »
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February 14, 2020 Ron Aubrey was named the Glen Ellyn Park District Volunteer of the Year at the annual Glen Ellyn Community Awards on February 11, 2020. The recognition event, hosted by the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce, honors individuals and organizations that have been active within the community while contributing towards the betterment of Glen Ellyn. Read More »
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February 3, 2020 We’re hiring lifeguards, swim instructors, camp counselors, concessions staff, admissions staff, park maintenance staff, and more. Work with great people, learn valuable skills, and have fun this summer. Opportunities are available for ages 15 and up. Applications must be submitted online by February 28, 2020. Click here to view positions and apply.
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The Glen Ellyn Park District is gearing up for another youth volleyball season! Registration is open for the Cyclones Volleyball League through February 26, 2020, at gepark.org/register. Third through sixth graders are eligible to join. Read More »
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January 24, 2020 The 2019-2020 winter has not provided favorable conditions for outdoor ice skating. Unfortunately, Lake Ellyn has yet to reach the 6-inch ice thickness required for safe skating and periods of warmer temperatures (e.g. above freezing), snowfall, and rain has diminished the ice at all locations. We will continue to monitor the ice daily and hope Mother Nature provides better conditions in the next few weeks! Read More »
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January 23, 2020 The Glen Ellyn Park District was awarded a $400,000 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant by Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The OSLAD grant will fund a significant portion of planned improvements at Newton Park including a renovated playground with an inclusive emphasis, enhanced park amenities including a seating area and receptacles, small sensory garden, accessible path to spectator area of baseball/softball field and turf field, skate park improvements, and enhanced connectivity. Read More »
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January 17, 2020 It’s registration time for all Pre-K through 8th graders interested in playing spring league baseball or softball! Registration is open between now and Saturday, February 15, with the season running April through June.
New and returning players can register online at www.gepark.org/register or in-person using the Athletic Registration Form at the Spring Avenue or Main Street Recreation Centers. Read More »
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The Chocolate, Cheese, and Wine Tasting is sold out! Tickets will not be available at the door. To add your name to the wait list, please visit www.glenellynchamber.com/wine.
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January 6, 2020 High school age boys in Glen Ellyn and surrounding areas can now register to participate in the Glen Ellyn Park District’s 3-on-3 winter basketball league at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center from January 25-March 21. Registration is available through January 20 at gepark.org/register. Read More »
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December 26, 2019 Registration is open for the youth sports program Bulldogs Lacrosse through January 15, 2020. The program is open to boys in first through eighth grade, with the season running from April to early June. Bulldogs Lacrosse welcomes players of all abilities and experience to become part of the fastest growing sport in the county. Read More »
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The inaugural Grow the Game Tournament, hosted at Glenbard West, is a unique and important event highlighting 14 girls’ basketball programs all led by female Head Coaches. The majority of games will also be officiated by female referees. The event was established with the purpose of celebrating and empowering girls and women in basketball. Learn more.
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December 9, 2019 Notice is hereby given that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners has scheduled a Special Meeting for Tuesday, December 17, 2019. The Special Meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois.
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December 3, 2019 The Glen Ellyn Park District is seeking feedback and input regarding potential facility improvements to Ackerman Sports and Fitness Center (ASFC). Read More »
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November 25, 2019 For a limited time, students (age 14+) can purchase a 1-week pass to Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center for just $15! Passes must be purchased from November 20, 2019 to November 30, 2019 and include access to the 7,000 sq. ft. fitness center, the popular indoor rock-climbing wall, open gym/turf hours, and the elevated walking track. Also included are more than 50 group fitness classes held each week.
A valid high school or college ID is required to take advantage of this special offer and must be presented at time of purchase. To get started, please visit the Ackerman SFC front desk.
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November 13, 2019 Guests at Fall Fête experienced a night of whimsy at the Lake Ellyn Boathouse on Saturday, November 2nd as they helped raise $61,000 for the Friends of Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Foundation’s scholarship program, which allows residents experiencing financial hardship to attain reduced and/or no-fee recreation and athletic programs through the Glen Ellyn Park District. Each year, the program supports almost 200 Glen Ellyn families. Photos from the event are available here.
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November 4, 2019 The Winter 2020 Activity Guide was delivered to resident homes the weekend of November 2nd. Resident registration will begin on Sunday, November 17th at 10:00pm. Download and print a copy of our Online Registration Planning Sheet, designed to help you start planning your autumn schedules right away! Read More »
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October 14, 2019 The facility will be hosting its annual Open House, featuring complimentary group fitness classes, kids’ classes, mini massages courtesy of DuPage Healthcare, tours, and the opportunity to climb the indoor rock wall. Read More »
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October 10, 2019 The upcoming events listed below are sold out. We encourage you to register your family for the wait lists (where available) and you will be contacted should space become available.
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October 7, 2019 The Pumpkin Flotilla Fest is a one-of-a-kind annual fall festival in Glen Ellyn; this year’s event takes place on October 20th. The flotilla is comprised of pumpkins carved by members of the community. When the pumpkins are floated on Lake Ellyn, it creates a wonderful glowing spectacle. Read More »
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