UPDATE – Winter/Spring 2012
As the days get shorter, cool weather takes hold, and the end of the year approaches, many of us begin thinking about New Year resolutions. If yours is to get in shape or learn a new skill, look to the Park District for your resolution solutions! Explore new cuisines and cooking techniques with culinary programs at the Lincoln Center Culinary Kitchen. Start on the path to improved health and fitness with a membership to 4500 Fitness. Or take your recreational pursuits outdoors with snowshoeing at Lyman Woods, ice skating at one of three outdoor rinks or cross country skiing at the Downers Grove Golf Club.
Play for Life at the Downers Grove Park District! Dear Residents,
The Lincoln Learning Center is ringing in the New Year with an open house on January 12th to meet the threeschool and preschool teachers, tour the classrooms and get a jump on registration for the 2012-13 school year. A nurturing environment, stimulating activities, experienced staff and a variety of enrichment programs have made the Lincoln Learning Center one of the premiere preschool programs in the community.
The Lincoln Center is also home to the Downers Grove School of Dance and the Downers Grove School of the Arts. Improv, Glee Club, music lessons and over 50 dance classes provide both youth and adults with a well-rounded and affordable selection of performing arts programming. If Arts or Dance is not your interest area, consider signing up for one of the many youth or adult athletic leagues to stay active this winter, while enjoying friendly competition with friends or co-workers.
Many of the Park District’s spring leagues take place at McCollum Park. As you may know, the park is currently undergoing a major renovation which will bring exciting new amenities to the park users. Renovations are expected to be completed by late summer 2012 and include ball field and soccer field upgrades, pathway improvements, new picnic pavilion, irrigation system replacement, expanded parking, and permanent restrooms.
In addition to new programming and updated facilities, the New Year also brings change with the retirement of one of our long time staff members, Park District Administrator, Dan Cermak, in May of 2012. For 34 years, his leadership, integrity, tireless work ethic and values have provided staff, Board and the community with a path and vision to be leaders in the provision of high quality parks, open space, recreation programs, facilities and services in Downers Grove. The Downers Grove Park District Staff and Board of Commissioners appreciate the legacy Dan leaves to the community and encourage residents to continue to Play for Life at our facilities, parks and programs in 2012.
Sincerely, Bob Gelwicks, Park Board President
Board of Park Commissioners
Working on behalf of residents are the five elected members 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: View website
www.dgparks.org
Get answers to registration questions 630.963.1300
Confirm park board meeting dates & times 630.963.1304
Make an appointment with a pers onal trainer or a massage therapist 630.960.7250
Reserve a space in Kidzone Childcare
Plan a birthday party at Lincoln Center
Rent a room at the Recreation Center
Plan a birthday party at McCollum Park Mini Golf
Learn about programs and services at the Active Adult Center
Arrange a tee time at the Golf Club
Learn about programs and exhibits at the Museum
630.960.7250 630.963.1300 630.960.7250 630.963.8793
Find out about Preschool openings
630.963.1300 630.963.1314 630.963.1306 630.963.1309
Learn about programs at the Lyman Woods Interpretive Center
630.963.9388
Request a park permit 630.960.7250 Volunteer
630.963.1300
Become an Adopt-A-Park Partner 630.963.1304
Find community giving opportunities
Bob Gelwicks President
bgelwicks@dgparks.org
Janet Barr Secretary
Mark Roman Commissioner
jbarr@dgparks.org mroman@dgparks.org
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.
Mission statement
Cathy Mahoney Treasurer
Matt Cushing Vice President
cmahoney@dgparks.org mcushing@dgparks.org 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
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