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July 5, 2019 Kids will run a 1.25 mile race with fun, exciting, and age-appropriate challenges at each half mile on Saturday, August 3rd. The $20 resident fee ($25 for non-residents) includes a timing bib, t-shirt, 100-Year Anniversary drawstring backpack, and post-race snacks. The 2K19 for Kids Fun Run is open to ages 4-10. Space is limited. Sign up here by July 20th.
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July 4, 2019
View the results from the Freedom Four™ 4-Mile Run by clicking here. Thank you to everyone that joined us for the race!
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July 1, 2019 Residents are encouraged to walk, bike or carpool to the Glen Ellyn Park District’s 4th of July events (Freedom Four™ 4-Mile Run and Afternoon Festivities), as there is no parking on Lenox or the roads surrounding Lake Ellyn Park. The commuter parking lots, including the Duane and Lorraine parking lot, will remain open. Please click here to view the Village of Glen Ellyn’s interactive parking map and be sure to follow all posted signage. Read More »
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Come out to Lake Ellyn Park on Wednesday, July 17th for free entertainment and kids’ activities presented by the Glen Ellyn Park District. Family Fun Night, a longtime summer tradition, runs from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Istvan and his Imaginary Band will entertain with children’s music from 6pm to 7 pm. Read More »
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June 25, 2019
Planning to drive to the Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta on Saturday? Please be sure to follow posted signage if parking on the streets surrounding Lake Ellyn Park. Additional parking is available in the Glenbard West parking lot across from Duchon Field and in the Metra commuter lots in downtown Glen Ellyn. For additional parking options in downtown Glen Ellyn, please view the Village’s interactive parking map by clicking here. Due to the popularity of this event, we recommend carpooling or getting dropped off when possible.
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June 24, 2019 Keep your Fourth of July in high gear with our Afternoon Festivities event, timed to immediately follow the Glen Ellyn 4th of July parade. Read More »
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June 18, 2019 Notice is hereby given that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners has changed the start time for their Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, 2019. The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners for Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, will now begin at 6:30 p.m.
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June 12, 2019 Build a boat made out of cardboard and race it across Lake Ellyn, or come cheer on race participants, at the annual Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta on Saturday, June 29. The event takes place at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Races begin at noon, but spectators are invited to view each boat as the crews prepare for the big moment starting at 10 a.m. and to grab food truck fare beginning at 11 a.m. Boat preregistration is required for $50 per boat by Friday, June 28 at noon; admission to watch the fun on race day is free.
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May 29, 2019 Kids can cast their lines at the Glen Ellyn Park District’s Gone Fishin’ Derby on Saturday, June 15. The annual event will once again take place at Lake Ellyn Park (645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn) from 8am-9:30am. The $10 registration fee per child ($15 for non-residents) includes bait, activities, snacks, and a chance to win trophies! Space is limited and participants must register by June 10th to ensure their spot on the bank. Read More »
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May 22, 2019 The Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners installed its new and incumbent members at the May 21 regular meeting. Newly elected member Paul Bischoff Jr. was sworn in, alongside incumbents Ben Stortz and Kathy Cornell, to a four-year term through April 2023. Read More »
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May 20, 2019
Please be advised that the Sunset Pool parking lot will be closed until Wednesday, May 22 for sealcoating.
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April 30, 2019 We’re gearing up for a special ‘Throwback Edition’ of our Movies in the Parks series to celebrate our 100-year anniversary. The family-friendly lineup includes a love-stricken Miss Piggy, a poison apple, a jolly Tim Allen, an epic match of Quidditch, and an adventure down the rabbit hole! Read More »
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Planning to make your way over to Touch-A-Truck on Saturday? Limited parking will be available within Maryknoll Park. Overflow parking is available near Building 6 at Roosevelt Glen Corporate Center (799 Roosevelt Road) or at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center (185 Spring Avenue). A complimentary shuttle will run every 15 minutes from the overflow parking areas to the event area. We kindly request that you use caution when driving in the area and follow all posted signage. For more information on Touch-A-Truck, please click here.
Due to the popularity of this event, we strongly recommend carpooling or getting dropped off when possible.
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April 27, 2019
The Earth Day Fair scheduled for Sunday, April 28 has been cancelled due to the spring snow storm. We apologize for the inconvenience and encourage all who planned to attend to visit the Grow’n Green Garden Market on May 11, which will be hosted by our friends at SCARCE. You can learn more about that event by clicking here.
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April 25, 2019
Notice is hereby given that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners has cancelled their Workshop Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2019. The next meeting of Board Commissioners will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and will begin at its normal time of 7:00 p.m.
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April 22, 2019
The public is invited to attend the Village of Glen Ellyn’s Arbor Day Celebration, where they will be planting three trees in honor of the 100-Year Anniversaries of the Glen Ellyn Park District and B.R. Ryall YMCA. The event will take place at 12pm on Friday, April 26 at 529 Pennsylvania Avenue. For details, call (630) 469-6756.
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April 16, 2019 Football season is approaching quickly. If your son or daughter is interested in taking part in either the flag or tackle Golden Eagles programs, sign them up with the Glen Ellyn Park District before June 1 to avoid late fees. Families are invited to learn more about the program during a special event to be held beginning at 6pm on May 1st in the cafeteria of Glenbard West High School. Speakers include Glenbard West Head Coach Chad Hetlet, Glenbard South Head Coach Ryan Crissey, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Aaron Bare, Golden Eagles Mom Brandy Larrance and Former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije.
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Kids can climb inside dump trucks, fire trucks and more on Saturday, May 4th or test their knowledge on a miniature riding course, watch BMX demonstrations, and get an on-the-spot bike check on Sunday, May 5th. Read More »
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April 11, 2019 Participate in the annual DuPage County River Sweep by joining the Glen Ellyn Park District at Churchill Woods Forest Preserve on Saturday, May 18th from 9am-12pm. Volunteers, ages 5 or older, will help remove debris in and along the local waterway. Read More »
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April 9, 2019 In advance of the iconic Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta on June 29th, we’re hosting two Cardboard Boat Building Seminars where attendees will learn tips and tricks for creating their vessel from past champions. The seminars, which are free to attend, are available from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on April 20th or May 18th at Main Street Recreation Center (501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn). Pre-registration is required by calling (630) 858-2463. For more information, please click here.
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