UPDATE — SUMMER 2010
Celebrate the summer with us!
Dear Residents,
S
ummer is a season of celebrations! From graduations, to receptions, to special events, there are many reasons to gather together and celebrate friends, family and community this summer at the
DownersGrove ParkDistrict.Plus,we’ve expanded our birthday party services and improved rental amenities tomeet your celebration needs. Besides the perfect space at the Golf Course Clubhouse, Recreation Center and Lincoln Center for your showers, parties ormeetings, we’ve got park pavil- ions and a synthetic turf field for outdoor church groups, family reunions or fundraisers. The official kick-off to summer will begin May 25th with our Family Concert Series held in
Fishel Park on Tuesday eveningswith live bands and kids’ entertainment.While the parkmay look different this year with no permanent bandshell structure in place, concerts will go on as planned with construction of a new bandshell due to begin late summer after the concerts conclude. Another summer celebration you don’t want to miss is theWashington Park Grand Opening!
In 2008, the District entered into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Village of Downers Grove to help mitigate severe flooding in our neighborhoods.Washington Park was selected as a site forVillage stormwater improvements which facilitated several upgrades to the park amenities as part of the reconstruction process. A pavilion, two soccer fields, upgraded softball field with permanent seating, new play equipment, fountain, plaza and ornamental featuresmake this park one of the premier spaces in Downers Grove. Be sure to join us at the ribbon cutting event ten- tively planned for July 2010. July also brings our annual Independence Day celebration on July 4th.Hosted by theMuseum,
this year’s event will be held at the corner of Main and Warren Avenue in downtown Downers Grove. The festivities begin with a reading of the Declaration of Independence by Ben Franklin followed by theVillage’s Independence Day parade. Perhaps your idea of celebration is to enjoy the simple pleasures of summer and a break from
the daily grind. Take the family for a dip with a daily Splash Pass atMaple Hill Pool or enjoy the scenerywith a day on the course at theDownersGroveGolf Club. Site of the originalChicagoGolf Club founded in 1892, the first 18-hole course in theUnited States, now 9-hole, 3,200 yard course boasts beautiful fairways, and well-maintained greens and tees. If you’re a frequent visitor, you’ll notice the recent improvements made to the course including construction of a new rear 1st tee, tee improvements on the 2nd, 4th and 9th holes and the completion of cart paths. As you can see, there are so many ways to celebrate right here in your own backyard.We hope you choose to celebrate with us this summer. The opportunities are endless!
Sincerely,
Bob Gelwicks, Park Board President
Board of Park Commissioners
Working on behalf of residents are the five electedmembers of the Board of Park Commissioners who serve unsalaried four-year terms. The board sets the priorities and defines the policies for financing, governance, operation and administration of the district.
Information & Services Quick Reference List
Here’s how to:
Find out how to register for programs
Confirm park board meeting dates and times
630.963.1300 630.963.1304
Hear an update of park district activities, including gym and swim schedules
Reserve a space in Kidzone Childcare
Plan a birthday party at Lincoln Center
Rent a room at the Recreation Center
Find out about Community Swims and pool rentals
Find out about Preschool openings
Arrange a tee time at the Golf Course
630.963.0575
Make an appointment with a personal trainer or amassage therapist 630.960.7250
630.960.7250 630.963.1300 630.960.7250
Plan a birthday party at McCollum ParkMini Golf 630.963.8793
630.963.1300 630.963.1300
Learn about programs and services at the Active Adult Center 630.963.1314
630.963.1306
Learn about programs and exhibits at theMuseum 630.963.1309
Learn about programs at the Lyman Woods Interpretive Center 630.963.9388
Request a park permit Volunteer
Become an Adopt-A-Park Partner
Bob Gelwicks
President
Janet Barr
Secretary
Fred Gusel
Vice President
CathyMahoney
Treasurer
Matt Cushing
Commissioner
MISSION STATEMENT
The Downers Grove Park District was created in 1946 as a special unit of local government when a group of citizens envisioned the establishment of a park and recreation system to serve area residents. The Park District’s mission is to provide a wide variety of year-round recreation programs, facilities, parks, open space and natural areas that respond to the articulated needs and desires of residents.
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Find community giving opportunities
630.960.7250 630.963.1304
630.963.1304 630.963.1304
Arrange accommodations for persons with disabilities 630.963.1304
Find out if park district games are canceled due to weather YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUE weather hotline
ADULT SPORTS LEAGUE weather hotline
630.223.4092 630.223.3962
www.dgparks.org • 630.963.1300
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