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September 22, 2017 Thank you to everyone in the community that made the 2017 “Glow in the Park Lantern Walk” such a success! In addition to our partner, Charlie’s Corner Foundation, the District would like to extend our sincere thanks to the event sponsors: Aqua-Tots Swim School, Bottle & Bottega, Dairy Queen (Lombard), The Stand, Catalano, Caboor & Co., and The Law Offices of Robert F. Kramer, Ltd. We would also like to give a special “shout out” to Krusin Photos (krusinphotos.com) for helping capture this unique experience! View the event album: https://goo.gl/NrYDdB.
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September 18, 2017 With the approaching Halloween holiday, many parents find themselves scrambling to figure out the best way to take their children trick-or-treating. Trick-or-treat time frames often begin at 3:00 or 4:00 pm, before most parents are home from work. Trick-or-treating is expected to be completed by 7:00 pm, which for many families is right in the middle of dinnertime. A better solution for children ages 2-8 is to attend the Glen Ellyn Park District’s long-standing annual Boo Bash celebration on Saturday, October 14th from 10:00 am – 11:30 am. Read More »
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September 15, 2017 Planning to drive to the Glow in the Park Lantern Walk this Sunday? 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.
The Glen Ellyn Park District is organizing a “Glow in the Park Lantern Walk” that will highlight creatively designed and constructed paper lanterns, in an effort to raise awareness and funds to benefit the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. The event will take place Read More »
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September 13, 2017 Please be advised that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for September 19, 2017 will now begin at 6:30pm.
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September 11, 2017 Do you have a dog, or are you thinking of getting one? About half of American households own a dog, so you’re in good company. Owning a dog has been proven to reduce stress levels for many people, who also benefit from the love, comfort, and companionship a dog provides. Most households consider their dog to be a member of their family.
A great way to celebrate the joy that dogs bring to our lives is to join the Glen Ellyn Park District for Poochapalooza on September 23, 2017.
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September 5, 2017 By request, Ecology 101 for adults was added to the Glen Ellyn Park District’s lineup of educational classes. This special session brings the “invisible” flora and fauna to the forefront, and discusses the relationship between plants and animals in the region, focusing on how they rely on each other and work together to coexist successfully. Read More »
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September 1, 2017 In the middle of the cold, dark winter, players dress in layers, put on their gloves and head for the tennis courts. The platform tennis courts, that is. The sport is enjoying a surge of popularity these days and the Glen Ellyn Park District is stepping up to meet the increased interest in two ways: a Platform Tennis Open House and Exhibition on September 15 and the addition of two new courts to the existing four. Read More »
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Paper lanterns have been popular for centuries. Originating in China, they were used as lamps, as decorations for houses and establishments, and even for sending messages during wartime. They were usually constructed from bamboo, wood, or wheat-straw, with paper or sometimes silk used for the shade. The lighted lanterns were generally meant to symbolize a wish for a bright future. Read More »
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August 29, 2017 As fall programs are starting up, please remember to lock your vehicles and remove all valuables. Thank you!
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August 22, 2017 Get ready for “Glow in the Park” by purchasing a lantern at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center. Each $10 kit includes a lantern for you to decorate and a light. Choose from a variety of colors! Proceeds from “Glow in the Park” benefit Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
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August 18, 2017 The floating island restorers, which will be placed near the inflow areas of Lake Ellyn, have been temporarily located near the shore to make initial watering easier. Once the plants grow larger, their roots will hang below the islands. The roots, along with microbes that adhere to the surface of the islands, help absorb extra nutrients, sediments and other pollutants that enter the lake as stormwater. Read More »
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August 17, 2017 On Monday, August 21, a solar eclipse will take place across the United States. The moon will begin to blot out the sun in Chicago beginning at 11:54am and cover up to 87% of the sun’s surface by 1:19pm. Planning to watch the eclipse? Be sure to practice safe solar-viewing guidelines. Download a handout from the American Astronomical Society on how to view the 2017 solar eclipse safely.
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To help DuPage County residents protect themselves against West Nile virus (WNV), the DuPage County Health Department has created a Personal Protection Index (PPI) that will inform residents of the amount of WNV activity in the county, as well as prevention steps that are recommended. Read More »
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August 15, 2017 From little athletes to building Regatta boats, almost 50 entries were received for the Glen Ellyn Park District’s Summer Photo Contest, with a chalky masterpiece taking top honors.
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August 7, 2017 Thank you to everyone that participated in the 2K17 for Kids Fun Run on Saturday, August 5. Race results are now available online! Photos will be posted to our Facebook and Flickr pages in about 7 days. A special thank you to the event sponsors: Saylor & Murphy Orthodontics, Topgolf, Huntington Learning Center, and Awesome Amusements Party Rentals.
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July 31, 2017 On Monday, August 21, a solar eclipse will take place across the United States. The moon will begin to blot out the sun in Chicago beginning at 11:54am and cover up to 87% of the sun’s surface by 1:19pm. Planning to watch the eclipse? Be sure to practice safe solar-viewing guidelines. Download a handout from the American Astronomical Society on how to view the 2017 solar eclipse safely.
Plus, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for a chance to win two pairs of American Paper Optics eclipse glasses. We’ll be selecting winners every Tuesday and Thursday from August 1st to August 17th.
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July 28, 2017 The first phase of construction that has taken place on the south side of the parking lot has been completed and will be open Friday, July 28th. Phase two will begin shortly after the first phase has been completed and includes the renovation of the north side of the parking lot, a new paved walkway leading from the parking lot to the Dog Park, and new entrance and exit Dog Park gates. Phase two should take approximately two (2) weeks to complete. Read More »
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July 26, 2017 Notice is hereby given that the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners has canceled their Workshop Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, 2017. The next meeting of Board Commissioners will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and will begin at the normally scheduled time of 7 PM.
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July 21, 2017 Passes to Holes & Knolls Mini Golf were awarded to followers of the our Instagram page every hour from 9am-4pm on Friday, July 21. Congratulations to the winners! Check your Instagram inbox for instructions on picking up your passes and thanks for following! A special thank you to Glen Ellyn Moms Village for providing the photos used in the contest. Read More »
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July 17, 2017 A strong finish and the planned introduction of a couple of new post-season programs marked the summer of 2017 for the Glen Ellyn Park District Gators Swim Team. Read More »
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