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February 19, 2025 Looking for a summer job with the Glen Ellyn Park District? Join us at the Main Street Recreation Center on Friday, February 28, from 2-6 pm to explore positions such as camp counselor, lifeguard, and more. Teens (15+) and others can gain experience, build skills, and enjoy perks like flexible schedules, training, a free fitness membership, and guest passes. On-site interviews will be available!
For detailed job descriptions and requirements, and to apply online, visit gepark.org/jobs.
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February 12, 2025 Programs
Due to the predicted weather conditions, all pre-registered Park District activities scheduled to begin at 3 pm or later on Wednesday, February 12, are canceled.
Facilities and Drop-in Activities
- Spring Avenue and Main Street Recreation Centers will be closing at 5 pm.
- Ackerman SFC will be open until 10 pm and available as a warming center. Currently, no group fitness classes are canceled, but please check the hotline for updates.
- Additionally, Ackerman SFC will have open court and turf available from 4:30 pm-7 pm. Capacity levels may apply; please call ahead. Click here to view fees.
Stay safe and warm!
Please remember to dress appropriately, bring along emergency supplies, and use caution if playing outdoors or driving.
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February 11, 2025 Due to D41’s announcement of e-learning for tomorrow, Glen Ellyn Park District Preschool Education, Kindergarten Enrichment, Adventure Time, as well as any other programs or practices scheduled to take place at D41 facilities, are canceled on Wednesday, February 12.
All other Glen Ellyn Park District programs scheduled before 3 pm on Wednesday are expected to run as scheduled. Park District facilities will also maintain their regular hours on Wednesday. If any changes occur, updates will be posted on gepark.org/hotline, and participants will be contacted directly.
For changes to afternoon activities starting at 3 pm or later, the Park District will post updates on the website by 2 pm and contact participants directly.
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February 4, 2025 Looking for some family fun? Join us for a free evening of entertainment at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 4 pm to 6 pm. We’ll have exciting activities for all ages, including face painting, arts and crafts, and more! No registration is required, so bring the whole family and enjoy the fun.
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Celebrate Valentine’s Week by focusing on your fitness! From February 7-14, enjoy 25% off your first month with any fitness membership at Ackerman SFC. Take advantage of cutting-edge equipment, exciting group classes, and a rejuvenating recovery space. Stop by Ackerman SFC to sign up and kick-start your fitness journey!
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Giving warms the heart! Take part in our blood drive in partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 9 am to 1 pm at Ackerman SFC. One blood donation can help save up to three lives! Walk-ins are welcome, but it’s best to book your spot on the Versiti website.
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January 21, 2025 Registration for activities, events, camps, and sports featured in the Spring Playbook or 2025 Summer Camp Guide begins on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 8 am for residents, and Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 8 am for nonresidents. Explore the Playbook and Camp Guide »
Bookmark this link:
On registration day, skip our main website and head straight to our online registration site, ACTIVENet, by bookmarking this link.
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January 10, 2025 Start the year by giving back! Visit Ackerman SFC between 9 am and 1 pm on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, to make a difference through blood donation or contributions of food and/or toiletries to Glen House Food Pantry. Walk-ins are welcome for blood donations, but it’s best to book your spot on the Versiti website.
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Stop by our Preschool Open House on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 9 am to 12 pm! Meet our incredible teaching team, tour the classrooms, ask questions about the 2025/26 school year, and learn about our programs: Tiny Tot 2-Year-Olds, 2-Year-Olds, 3-Year-Olds, 4-Year-Olds, and Kindergarten Enrichment. Children are welcome to attend with their caregivers. This is a drop-in event; no registration required.
Visit one or both locations:
📍 Spring Avenue Recreation Center
📍 Main Street Recreation Center
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December 26, 2024 Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center is excited to invite the community to Free Week from Wednesday, January 1 to Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Throughout the week, the center will waive drop-in fees for both the fitness center and group fitness classes, making it easier than ever to kickstart your wellness journey!
To participate, just register at the Ackerman SFC front desk during Free Week. The offer is available to individuals 18 years of age or older with a valid ID, or those under 18 accompanied by an adult.
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December 20, 2024 The Glen Ellyn Park District’s Finance Department has once again been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. Read More »
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December 16, 2024 The Glen Ellyn Park District has received a $5,000 grant through DuPage Foundation’s Glen Ellyn Fund grant program to support the creation of a new cultural arts and theatre center office at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center (185 Spring Avenue). Read More »
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December 2, 2024 Keep your unwanted and broken holiday light strands and extension cords out of the landfill. We’re once again partnering with Elgin Recycling to offer free holiday light recycling. Read More »
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Glen Ellyn Park District facilities may be closed or have limited operating hours during the holidays, starting on Sunday, December 22, 2024, and ending on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Normal operating hours will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. View facility schedules »
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November 18, 2024 Celebrate the season of giving at the 5th Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive on Sunday, December 8, from 1 pm to 3 pm at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center (800 St. Charles Road). Bring a new, unwrapped toy to brighten the holidays for children in need and enjoy a magical meet-and-greet featuring some of your favorite characters. Read More »
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Glen Ellyn Park District facilities will be closed or have special hours on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in observance of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the Spring Avenue and Main Street Recreation Centers will be closed on Friday, November 29, 2024. We wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. View hours »
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November 5, 2024 Join us for a Thanksgiving morning of fitness, fun, and giving back on Thursday, November 28! Participate in the annual Turkey Trot 4-mile prediction run or the Turkey Burn group fitness classes, both benefiting the Glen House Food Pantry. Read More »
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October 30, 2024 We’re thrilled to announce that the Glen Ellyn Park District has been honored with the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ Best Green Practices Award! Presented at the Best of the Best Awards Gala on October 25th, this recognition highlights our commitment to environmentally friendly practices and policies. Read More »
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October 22, 2024 Registration for activities, events, and sports featured in the Winter Playbook begins Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 8 am (earlier time!) for residents, and on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 8 am for nonresidents. Explore the Playbook »
Bookmark this Link:
On registration day, skip our main website and head straight to our online registration site, ACTIVENet, by bookmarking this link.
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October 21, 2024 Don’t let your Halloween pumpkins and jack-o’-lanterns go to waste! The Glen Ellyn Park District invites you to Village Green Park (130 S. Lambert Road) on Saturday, November 2, from 9 am to 11 am, for a unique and eco-friendly event – the Pumpkin Smash! This event encourages the community to help divert pumpkins from landfills by composting them in a fun and engaging way. Read More »
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