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January 23, 2018 The Glen Ellyn Park District has published its Annual Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2017. Within the Annual Report are highlights of the Park District’s 2017 financial results and achievements. The report also contains information on natural area restoration projects, community events, partnerships, athletics and upcoming projects for 2018. To view the Annual Report, please click here. Read More »
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January 18, 2018 Beginning Saturday, January 20th through the end of March, Saturdays and Sundays at Ackerman SFC will be extremely busy throughout much of the day. Youth basketball and indoor soccer leagues will be held, generating significant attendance and activity in addition to the other ongoing programs and usage within the facility. Read More »
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January 4, 2018 Choosing a preschool for your child involves researching your options and making a decision that works best for your family. The Glen Ellyn Park District offers a Preschool Education Program for children ages 2 ½ through 6, combining a variety of experiences and media to help students explore and develop their skills in the areas of vocabulary, reading and writing, math, and science.
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For those unfamiliar with one of the fastest growing team sports in the country, Lacrosse is a clever combination of soccer, hockey, and basketball. It’s played with a stick (the crosse), which is used to catch, scoop, and throw a small rubber ball into the goal (net) of the opposing team. Players don’t have to be big; the game rewards agility, coordination, and speed. Lacrosse is fast-paced, with precision passing and lots of running. Read More »
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December 30, 2017 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!
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December 27, 2017 What better way to cap off several months of dance classes, than with an exciting and glamorous dance recital? Read More »
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December 15, 2017 Property taxes will be even lower for Glen Ellyn Park District residents in 2018. Read More »
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In this moment, it was like time stood still. The brisk air, red-orange fallen leaves, and grass that remained a most magnificent green late into the season presented itself to this year’s first-place winning photographer. Capturing not only one of the greatest symbols of fall in our area, our first-place winner, Emily Kroculick, positions a subject in front of the lens throwing the season into the air. Fall then calmly sways back down to the ground in this shot. Titled “Happy Fall,” we all know of the joy that freshly fallen leaves can bring. Read More »
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December 12, 2017 If you’re bored with your current exercise routine, try mixing things up by taking a fun, fast-paced Paddle Tennis class! The Glen Ellyn Park District, along with their Director of Racquet Sports, Mark Cunnington, are offering exciting classes for adults and children this winter. Read More »
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Like many personal trainers, Eric Su played a lot of sports as a young man. He had well-rounded interests, including football, basketball, and tennis. But after breaking an ankle, which required surgery to repair, he spent time in physical therapy to further his recovery. “Physical therapy opened my eyes to how I could help people,” said Su, a Personal Trainer for the Glen Ellyn Park District. “I decided to learn more about how I could make it a career.” Read More »
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As a hairdresser, Patti Lawler enjoyed helping her clients discover a new hairstyle, color, or cut that increased their self-confidence and made them happy. Now, as a personal trainer with the Glen Ellen Park District, Patti continues to help people by training them to improve their physical condition, their eating habits, and their motivation levels in their quest to develop and maintain a healthy body and a positive self-image. Read More »
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Soccer is a challenging, exciting sport that is extremely popular all over the world. Boys and girls usually start playing at a young age, and many continue through high school and into their college years; some talented players even receive scholarships that reduce or cover their tuition. Read More »
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An interesting new sport is now offered through the Glen Ellyn Park District: Futsal soccer. According to Brad Thomas, Recreation Supervisor for the park district, the Futsal name comes from the Spanish term “Futbol Sala”, which translates to “Indoor Football”, or in the U.S., “Indoor Soccer”. Read More »
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December 7, 2017 Use our Winter Bingo card to get outside with your family this season! Mark each picture on the game card as you find or do it. Try to get five boxes in a row! Read More »
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December 4, 2017 The Park District is accepting applications for summer jobs from now – February 28, 2018. Available positions include lifeguard, swim instructor, and camp counselor. The District is also seeking support staff for Sunset Pool, Holes & Knolls Mini Golf, and the Splash Park. Applications are only accepted online.
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December 1, 2017 Please note, during this event, the main lot of Ackerman SFC will be temporarily closed to stage the over 100 police cars. The facility will remain open and parking will be available within Ackerman Park in the lot east of the building. We apologize for any convenience but appreciate your support of this very worthy event.
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November 28, 2017 As the holiday season approaches, auto break-ins are on the rise. Please remember to lock your vehicles and remove all valuables when visiting our parks and facilities. Thank you!
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November 27, 2017 If your children have expressed interest in learning gymnastics, or if you’d like them to benefit from regular physical exercise and an outlet for excess energy, sign them up for a gymnastics class through the Glen Ellyn Park District. Not only will they have fun and learn a variety of new skills, they’ll make new friends and develop confidence that will carry with them throughout their lives. Read More »
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Are you storing holiday lights that no longer work, or are faded beyond color recognition? It’s tough to decide what to do with them – nobody wants old lights and cords to take up space in a landfill. The Glen Ellyn Park District has a terrific solution for those unwanted holiday lights that are languishing in your basement, garage, or attic: recycle them! Read More »
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November 7, 2017 Parking lot repairs are scheduled for Ackerman SFC on Wednesday, November 8. The scheduled repairs include filling potholes and work on the entrance road and main lot in order to provide a better parking experience this winter. The repairs should take approximately 1-2 hours and should have little to no impact patron parking.
The Ackerman SFC parking lot improvement project was delayed when a $439,290 IGIG grant awarded to the Park District was put on hold by the State of Illinois. The plan for the full reconstruction of the parking lot is still being evaluated. For more information on this project, please visit www.AckermanSFC.com/parking. Read More »
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