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Carve Out Time for Glen Ellyn Park District’s Pumpkin Flotilla Fest!

Lake Ellyn Park is gorgeous in the Fall, and the Pumpkin Flotilla Fest will make wonderful use of the idyllic setting. The Glen Ellyn Park District’s annual festival, which is geared towards all ages, will provide three hours of fun activities, food and beverages for purchase, and a chance to carve a pumpkin for Halloween. Read More »

2018 Summer Photo Contest Winners

Dip into some of the best photographic displays of summer as we reveal our award-winning submissions from the season! While it was challenging to pick from all of the fantastic shots this summer, we are grateful for everyone’s contributions.  Read More »

Notice of Board Meeting Cancellation

Notice is hereby given that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners has canceled their Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 18, 2018. The next meeting of Board Commissioners will be held on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and will begin at its regularly scheduled time of 7:00p.m.

Become a Park Board Member

Consider running for a seat on the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners in the April 2, 2019 Consolidated General Election. Read More »

Parking Alert at Ackerman Park & Ackerman SFC

When visiting Ackerman Park, particularly Saturday mornings during fall soccer season, please allow enough time to safely park and walk to the fields and building. Parkview Church is allowing parking for Park District participants and is a convenient alternative. Click here to view the parking map.

Library and Park District Partner to Bring Kids Nature PlayPacks

Play is an essential literacy skill and an important part of how children learn. With the library’s new PlayPacks, kids can check out toys to take home, just like they do a book. Read More »

Park District Offers Native Trees, Shrubs For Sale

Autumn is the best time to plant trees and shrubs, according to Renae Frigo, Naturalist and environmental expert with the Glen Ellyn Park District. “Late September and through October is generally a wetter time of the year,” she explained. “Cooler temperatures and the water helps trees and shrubs to establish a healthy root system before going dormant for the winter, and it’s early enough to avoid any chance of frost.” Read More »

Try Platform Tennis for Free in September

Platform tennis is a fun racquet sport that, while not new, is surging in popularity. The game appeals to people of all ages, and is the only racquet sport that can be played outdoors all year round. It’s easy to learn, and is especially fun to play in groups of four. Read More »

Jazz in the Park Concert Rescheduled for August 29

The August “Jazz in the Park” concert that was canceled due to inclement weather has been rescheduled for Wednesday, August 29. The concert will take place from 7pm-9pm at Lake Ellyn Park. We hope to see you there!

Forest Walks Offer Wellness, Happiness

One way to invite calm into your personal life is to find ways to slow things down, and to be mindful of the present. Forest Therapy is the practice of spending time in a forest environment to enhance health, wellness, and happiness.  Read More »

Talk Series Offers Fun, Learning, Fellowship

An exciting new opportunity for moms to learn something new, while enjoying fellowship with other moms in the Glen Ellyn area, has recently been developed through a unique partnership between the Glen Ellyn Park District and the Glen Ellyn Moms Village. Whether you’re a new mom, an empty nester, or a busy mom with a family of any size, you’ll enjoy the new MasterMoms Talk Series. Read More »

Adults Learn Popular Dances For Weddings, Fun

People of all ages love to dance. Kids enjoy learning ballet, tap, hip hop, and a variety of other dances when they’re young, trying to determine their favorites. As they reach adulthood, the ones who don’t choose to dance competitively tend to move on to other pursuits. Read More »

Notice of Meeting Time Change

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, August 21, 2018. The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners for Tuesday, August 21, 2018 will now begin at 6:00 p.m. instead of its regularly scheduled time of 7:00 p.m. at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL.

Field Hockey: A Coach’s View

Field hockey is a fun, fast-paced sport that dates back to the mid-1800s. While it may not receive the same attention as soccer and football, it’s becoming a very popular sport for both girls and boys. The Glen Ellyn Park District is offering a fall Field Hockey program for girls in grades 1-8, and for boys in grades 1-6. Read More »

Spring Avenue Dog Park Scheduled Closure

Due to scheduled maintenance at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, the Dog Park will be closed on Monday, August 13th from 6:00AM – 12:00PM. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation.

Kindergarten Enrichment Class Enhances Student Learning

By the time a child enters Kindergarten, it’s important to ensure that he or she is receiving the attention and instruction necessary to prepare for both the current Kindergarten year and for subsequent school years. For students enrolled in a half-day Kindergarten program, adding a Kindergarten Enrichment class helps students to be on par with their peers once they enter first grade. Read More »

Ackerman Park Entrance Drive Update

Please be advised the construction company is scheduled to pour concrete for the sidewalk along the Ackerman SFC/Parkview Church entrance drive on Tuesday, August 7 (weather dependent). Vehicles will be able to pass by during the process and the entrance drive will remain open. Please use caution when passing.

Reminder to Lock Your Vehicle

Please remember to remove your valuables, take your keys, and lock your car when visiting our parks and facilities. A vehicle with unlocked doors or valuables in view is an easy target for theft. Thank you!

New Playgrounds Coming to Main Street Recreation Center and President’s Park

Main Street Recreation Center and Marie Ulhorn/President’s Park are getting brand-new playground equipment. Both projects are anticipated to be completed by mid-October 2018. Read More »

Notice of Meeting Cancellation

Notice is hereby given that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners has canceled their Workshop Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 7, 2018. The next meeting of Board Commissioners will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and will begin at 6 PM.