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Pickleball Made Simple – Free Clinic for Adults

Pickleball has grown in popularity in recent years, and we want to help you learn how to play the game. An Adult Outdoor Pickleball Clinic is being offered on Saturday, September 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Village Green Park, 130 S. Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn. Read More »

Help Plant Trees on Grandparent’s Day

Looking for a special way to spend quality time with your grandkids? Bring them to Ackerman Park on Sunday, September 8th from 1 to 2 p.m. The Glen Ellyn Park District needs help planting small oak trees in the woods of the park. Read More »

Sign Up Now for the New Fall Youth Basketball League

This brand new league, geared towards boys and girls in grades 3-8, offers a shorter 6-week season for anyone interested in having extra preparation time before the 10-week Winter Basketball League program, and also gives new players a chance to try it out before committing to the Winter Basketball League. Read More »

Fall Co-Ed Field Hockey Registration Open for Grades 1-8

The Glen Ellyn Park District is now accepting registrations for Fall Co-Ed Field Hockey for grades 1-8. The program begins on September 5th and runs through October 20th. Read More »

Roller Skating Classes: Old School Fun for a New Generation

Parents seeking a recreation opportunity for their kids will have a new option beginning this fall. Glen Ellyn Park District has teamed up with Revolution Skate Studio in Lombard to offer roller skating classes for ages 3-10. Read More »

Play mini golf. Win prizes.

Need a reason to celebrate in August? Since 1993, August has been named the national month for the sport of golf. To celebrate, Holes & Knolls Mini Golf will be giving out prizes weekly with the luck of the draw. To enter, simply turn in your scorecard at the end of your round. View mini golf hours and fees.

Free Things To Do in Aug. 2019

The month of August is packed with events that you and your family can enjoy without spending a dime.  Read More »

Newton Park Improvements 2020: Public Meeting on July 31

Glen Ellyn Park District will be applying for a State of Illinois Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant regarding proposed improvements to Newton Park for 2020. The District had previously identified existing assets within the park that are due to be replaced and/or renovated in the next two years because of age and life expectancy. Those assets include the playground and skate park components. If successful in obtaining additional funding, the scope of the project would be increased, and added improvements could be implemented.

An open house for the public will be held on Wednesday, July 31 at Newton Park underneath the picnic shelter from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at which time, preliminary information regarding the proposed improvements will be available. Read More »

Rained-out “Movies in the Parks” rescheduled for Aug. 16

We’ve rescheduled our rained-out movies for Friday, August 16! Come watch a free showing of either The Muppet Movie or Snow White. Read More »

School is out and fun is in with Winter Break Camps!

If you’re looking for an affordable way to keep your kids active and challenged during winter break, sign them up for our Ackerman Sports & Fun Winter Break Camps! Camps are available for single days, so you can book just the days you need around the holidays. Two 3-hour time slots are available on each day starting at 9am and 12:30pm. Campers sign up by age in either the sessions for ages 5-8 or for ages 9-12.

These fun athletic camps focus on basic sports and include creative athletic games with a twist. Read More »

Ackerman SFC “Black Friday” Fitness Membership Special

Purchase an Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center membership on Black Friday (November 29, 2019), and receive your first month free!* This exclusive offer will only be available the day after Thanksgiving.

Ackerman SFC members enjoy access to the entire facility, including the 7,000 sq. ft. fitness center, the indoor rock-climbing wall, the open gym and turf hours, the elevated walking track, and more than 55 group fitness classes held each week. To purchase your membership, please visit the front desk between 5:00am and 9:00pm on November 29th. Read More »

Lantern kits on sale now for Glow in the Park

The Glow in the Park Lantern Walk, which benefits Lurie Children’s, will return to Lake Ellyn Park on September 15th. Join the fun by decorating your own lantern to carry during this parade of lights! Read More »

Swim, Float, and Watch Finding Dory at Sunset Pool

Swim, float, or lounge in a deck chair while watching Disney’s Finding Dory at our annual “Dive-in Movie” at Sunset Pool on Thursday, August 8! Read More »

Back to School Bash Set for August 9 at Sunset Pool

Youth in sixth to eighth grades are invited to celebrate the start of the new school year, and the last days of summer, with a night swim and games at our “Back to School Bash” on Friday, August 9. The event takes place from 8 to 10 p.m. at Sunset Pool, 483 Fairview Ave., Glen Ellyn. “Back to School Bash” is free to attend, but students must show a valid school ID at the gate to gain entry. Incoming 6th graders or students without a school ID must have a parent check them in.

Extreme Heat Reminders

A period of extreme heat is predicted for Thursday through Saturday, with temperatures into the 90s and 100s. Staff will be following our heat guidelines over the next few days as decisions or accommodations are made regarding events and programs. Instructors will be in contact if any changes will occur to individual programs. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe during the heat: https://www.ready.gov/heat

Get Ready for a Tropical Time at the Daddy Daughter Luau

Aloha, dads! Bring your daughters, ages 5 to 12, to the Glen Ellyn Park District’s Hawaiian-themed “Daddy Daughter Luau” on Thursday, August 1 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This special evening will be one for the books, filled with dancing, limbo contests, water balloon tosses, a photo booth, music, and more. Hot dogs, chips, and a beverage will be served. The event takes place at Sunset Pool, 483 Fairview Ave., Glen Ellyn. Registration is required to attend.

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Autumn Activity Guide Redelivery Request

The Autumn Activity Guide was delivered over the weekend. If you are a Glen Ellyn Park District resident and didn’t receive a copy, we’ll fix that right away! Just let us know by completing a redelivery request and we’ll get a new one mailed to you this week: www.gepark.org/redelivery. Read More »

NEW: Bloody Marys on the Green

What’s the secret to a perfect Bloody Mary? On October 6th, you can find out at our “Bloody Marys on the Green” event at Holes & Knolls Mini Golf Course. The experts at Malloy’s Liquor will be on hand to provide the knowledge you need to create the perfect Bloody Mary or Bloody Bull Do you prefer your cocktail with vodka or tequila? Spicy or sweet? Delight your taste buds at this fun event. Read More »

Autumn 2019 Activity Guide Delivery and Registration Dates

The Autumn 2019 Activity Guide will be delivered to resident homes on July 13 and 14. Resident registration will begin on Sunday, July 28 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 »

2019 Polar Express™ Storytime Trains & Registration Dates

All 2019 Polar Express™ Storytime Trains are full. Be sure to add your name to the waiting lists in the Online Registration Portal. You will be contacted in the event that spots become available.

Get ready to register for the Polar Express™ Storytime Train! On our journey to the North Pole, we will read “The Polar Express,” sing carols, and enjoy a special visit from Santa! Resident registration for this popular program will begin on Monday, October 1 at 8:30am (October 15 for nonresidents, if available). Read More »