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2012 Lisle Park District Press Releases
Contact: Rachel Staats, Marketing and Communications Specialist
1925 Ohio Street, Lisle, IL
60532
(630)
353-4309
January 31, 2012 -
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Lisle Park District’s Mike Gianatasio Wins State “Young Professional Award”
Lisle, IL – When Mike Gianatasio, Recreation Program Manager at the Lisle Park District heard his name announced as the winner of the “Young Professional Award” at the Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) annual conference he was speechless. On January 27, in the presence of over 2,000 parks and recreation professionals, distinguished guests, and state legislators from the state of Illinois, Mike received this prestigious award. The honor is presented to “a current park and recreation professional who has shown excellence in promoting parks and recreation on local and regional levels within the state of Illinois.” Mike’s supervisor, Michael Toohey, Superintendent of Recreation, and the Lisle Park District staff agreed that Mike exemplified the qualities of the award and were not surprised when IPRA selected him as the 2011 winner. “I’m usually not at a loss for words, but it was very unexpected and humbling. I’m honored that my coworkers nominated me, and I thank the Lisle Park District for being so supportive of what we do as a staff and the trust and confidence that the district shows in us is unparalleled,”
said Gianatasio.
A Certified Parks and Recreation Professional, Mike joined the Lisle Park District in 2008 and is responsible for the Before & After School Program, all general recreation programs, teen camp and programs. Under Mike’s supervision, “No Name Teen Camp” has doubled enrollment in just three years. As Recreation Program Manager, he is also responsible for many special events including: Totally Tuesdays, Movies in the Park, the egg and flashlight egg hunt, Battle of the Bands, and is the Lisle representative for Road Rally, a multi-park district adult scavenger hunt.
Those who work with Mike best explained why Mike is incredibly deserving of this award: Dan Garvy, the Lisle Park District Director of Parks and Recreation says, “Mike’s dedication, creativity and just innate ability to relate to others truly makes him one of the most effective employees with whom I have ever had the honor to work.” Lisle High School Resource Officer Gus Gloede says, “Mike is a committed, energetic, positive role model for the youth of our community.”
Mike also volunteers his time to a number of community activities that benefit Lisle’s youth including, Lisle Teens with Character, Lisle Character Counts alliance, and “Operation Snowball,” an overnight event for over 100 Lisle Senior High School students each fall. Beyond Mike’s commitment to active involvement in the Lisle Park District and Community, Mike serves on three IPRA committees, and is the elected chairperson for both IPRA Teen Committee and IPRA Battle of the Bands and most recently, the chair for IPRA Supervisor Symposium and director-elect for IPRA Recreation Section.
January 24, 2012 -
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Lisle Park District Invites Sponsorship of Programs and Facilities
Lisle, IL - Businesses looking for creative, interactive ways to reach new, loyal and dynamic customers are invited to contact the Lisle Park District to learn about new marketing opportunities. Sponsors are currently being sought to fund special events, programs and projects ranging from park and open-space beautification to preschool, aquatics, fitness and after-school programs; companies can help re-build playgrounds, subsidize program and facility expenses or provide funding to the district’s foundation to pay for recreational opportunities for families who otherwise could not afford to participate in park district programs, such as a family season pass to Sea Lion Aquatic Park or a fun week spent at Camp Summer Quest . Sponsors will be offered a wide variety of promotion and public awareness outlets in exchange for their commitment.
“We have the unique opportunity to put your business in touch with diverse target audiences,” assures Lisa Leone, Superintendent of Operations. “We touch and improve the lives of almost everyone in the Greater Lisle community – all ages and income levels, runners, walkers, bikers, ball players, families and environmentalists, to name a few. We can assist companies in creating a customized sponsorship that will build awareness of their products and services and foster goodwill to these customers in innovative settings.”
Until recent years, the park and recreation profession has not actively pursued business partners and sponsors. The Lisle Park District’s goal is to utilize sponsor investment to insure the highest quality facilities and programs for all Lisle Park District residents and visitors without compromising environmental integrity. “Alternative revenue sources are the key to stretching today’s dwindling budgets and allows us to become as resourceful and successful as possible, for the betterment of the Greater Lisle community,” says Leone.
Discover the Opportunities and find out how your business can take advantage of Lisle Park District’s varied sponsorship levels by calling Lisa Leone at (630) 353-4304.
December 16, 2011 -
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Think Wheatstack for All Your Catering Needs
Lisle, IL - Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery & Tap located at 5900 S. Route 53 has received glowing reviews since opening this past spring, but perhaps the greatest praise is the demand for catering services. A freshly designed catering menu focusing on Midwestern cuisine combined with “from scratch” preparation methods create a taste of home dining experience that can be enjoyed at corporate events, family gatherings, or any special occasion. Executive Chef Rich Mancini takes great care to prepare all menu items from scratch daily, ranging from towering desserts down to sauces and salad dressings, and patrons can taste the difference. The new Wheatstack catering menu features a variety of affordable options for cold and hot appetizers, salads, chicken dishes, pastas in homemade sauce, and entrees to suit any occasion. Set-up and delivery is available upon request. In addition, the elegant dining room at Wheatstack can accommodate up to 100 guests, while the semi-private bar accommodates up to 40 guests and both are available for showers, parties, graduation celebrations, and luncheons.
If you are looking for a delicious homemade-tasting menu for an upcoming business luncheon or decadent desserts for a celebration with family and friends, call Wheatstack at 630-968-1920 or visit
www.WheatstackLisle.com to view the available menus. Customized packages are available to suit your needs.
Receive 10% off the food bill at your catered event, if booked by March 31, 2012.
December 12, 2011 -
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Gentle Learning Preschool Launches Website
Lisle, IL – Gentle Learning Preschool, a facility of the Lisle Park District, announces the launch of its new website,
www.gentlelearningpreschool.org. In addition to the new website, Gentle Learning Preschool moved into a new facility at 1925 Ohio Street, located within the Lisle Park District Recreation Center in September. The new facility features six newly designed classrooms with secured access, a child-sized restroom in each class, intercom system, gross motor room, kitchen, and preschool library with an outdoor play area planned to break ground in the spring of 2012.
Early Bird registration for the 2012-2013 school year will begin on Wed., Jan. 11 from noon-4pm. Early Bird registration is for current Gentle Learning Preschool participants and Stepping Stones Students only. A New Student open house will be held at Gentle Learning Preschool on Thurs., Jan. 19 from 6:30-7:30pm. Stop by and tour classrooms, meet teachers and discover the benefits of “Learning through Play.” New student registration will be accepted during the open house. Preschool tuition starts at only $100 per month with 2-day, 3-day and 5-day programs available. Please remember that a birth certificate, proof of residency and a $50 non-refundable registration fee are all required at the time of registration. New Student Registration will begin during regular business hours beginning Fri., Jan. 20 at 9am.
Enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year is only a few weeks away, please call 630-353-4342 or visit
www.gentlelearningpreschool.org for more information.
November 29, 2011 -
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Recycled Lights Help Brighten Lives through Inaugural Recycling Program
Lisle, IL - The Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation is currently collecting holiday lights at the Lisle Park District Recreation Center. The donated lights may be in any condition, as the valuable wiring inside will be processed by the generous support of Advanced Recycling Services, LLC of Carol Stream. Advanced Recycling will donate the entire proceeds from processing the lights to the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation. The Foundation uses donated funds to enrich the quality of life in the greater Lisle community by offering scholarships for families who otherwise could not afford to participate in recreation programs throughout the year.
In addition to helping Lisle families, your donation supports the Lisle Park District’s “Go Green” initiative which strives to create environmental protection awareness and advocacy within the greater Lisle Community. The Lisle Park District “Go Green” initiative also collects used athletic shoes, old crayons and paper for recycling. For more information about the Holiday Lights Recycling Program or the “Go Green” initiative, please visit www.LisleParkDistrict.org. Please drop off your holiday lights to be recycled free of charge at the Recreation Center at 1925 Ohio Street, Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm and Saturdays from 9am-1pm, now through February 1, 2012.
November 11, 2011 -
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Winners of the 2011 Lisle Park District Parks Photo Contest Announced
Lisle, IL – The Lisle Park District announced the winners of the 2011 Parks Photo Contest at the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners last night. The award for first place was presented to Kevin Mayer, Lisle resident, for his photograph of the north side of Community Park taken on a beautiful sunny day. Kevin’s winning photograph will hang in the newly renovated lobby of the Recreation Center. The second place photograph was taken by Lisle resident Stork Hsu and features a blooming Bradford Pear tree at Arborview Park. Third place was awarded to Patrycja Drozd, a Lisle resident, for her photo entitled “Trying to Stay Warm” featuring a child bundled up on the sled hill at Community Park. All three photos will be published in the Winter/Spring 2012 brochure, scheduled to be delivered to Lisle residents on Thursday, December 1, 2011. The criteria for the contest requires photographs to feature Lisle Park District parks, facilities, events or programs. Submissions for the 2012 Parks Photo Contest will be accepted now through October 1, 2012. For contest rules and additional information please visit
www.LisleParkDistrict.org/photocontest.
October 7, 2011 -
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Open House to Mark Opening of Lisle Park District Recreation Center
Lisle, IL – The Lisle Park District is holding an open house on Tuesday, October 18 from 5-7pm at the new Recreation Center at 1925 Ohio Street. This event is open to the public and refreshments will be provided by Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery &Tap. The new Recreation Center now houses the administrative offices, Gentle Learning Preschool, and senior center. Construction on the existing structure at 1925 Ohio Street, just next door to the Community Center, began the last week in May and was swiftly completed in time for the first day of Preschool on September 12. This 40,000 square foot facility includes just over 20,000 square feet of newly renovated space, including several multipurpose rooms, conference rooms, with secured access to six preschool classrooms, a gross motor room, and preschool library with an outdoor play area planned for the spring of 2012.
The existing Community Center at 1825 Short Street will continue to house the park district’s Community Park Fitness center, but will also become home to fitness and wellness classes and other community multipurpose space. This transition is scheduled to occur throughout the fall upon completion of minor interior renovations. The Meadows Center, the former location of the preschool and senior programming, will continue to house many programs through the autumn months and will fully transition to the Community Center by the end of the year. The park district will continue to maintain the grounds around the Meadows building, including the playground, baseball fields and open space indefinitely and it will remain available for our programming and for public use.
September 29, 2011 -
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Wheatstack and West Suburban Community Pantry’s "Cart From the Heart"
Lisle, IL – During the month of August, Wheatstack - A Midwestern Eatery & Tap of Lisle partnered with West Suburban Community Pantry of Woodridge to raise public awareness with the “Cart From the Heart.” Jim Renn, member of the West Suburban Community Pantry Board of Directors and Lisle Savings Bank, saw an opportunity in Wheatstack’s popular courtesy cart service. On busy nights at Wheatstack, such as Movie Mondays, Friday Night Fish Frys, and Comedy Night, volunteers from
West Suburban Community Pantry assumed the duties of Wheatstack’s courtesy cart driver, shuttling patrons to and from their cars and the restaurant entrance. While on the short ride the “Cart from the Heart” created awareness of the 1,300 low income students in school districts 68 and 202 that benefit through donations to the pantry, and the 3,000 people in DuPage
County that come to the pantry monthly. Nearly $300 in donations were generously
donated over the nine evenings volunteers drove the “Cart From the Heart.” “We
look forward to teaming up with West Suburban Community Pantry again and hope
the community is more aware of the many opportunities to support the pantry,”
said Todd Shamberg, General Manager at Wheatstack.
For more information about supporting West Suburban Community Pantry of Woodridge please call 630-512-9921 or visit
www.wcpinc.org. For upcoming events and specials at Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery & Tap visit
www.WheatstackLisle.com or call 630-968-1920.
August 30, 2011 -
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World War II Poster Exhibit at The Museums at Lisle
Station Park Historic Train Depot
Lisle, IL – An exhibit featuring U.S. government posters from World War II opens Saturday,
September 3 at The Museums at Lisle Station Park located at 921 School Street in
Lisle. The exhibit features seven original posters printed by the United States
government, which was actively involved in propaganda efforts to encourage
citizens to support the war in Europe and Asia. Posters played a vital role in
this effort.
The ubiquitous "I Want You for the U.S. Army," featuring a finger-pointing Uncle
Sam, is the most recognizable image in the exhibit. Another recruitment poster
features Uncle Sam again, this time rolling up his sleeves and urging young men
to "Defend Your Country." Famous boxer Joe Louis is shown in a combat uniform
saying, "We're going to do our part...and we'll win because we're on God's
side." One poster features Abraham Lincoln and an African-American pastor
protecting children of all races from the evil lashes of the Axis Powers, with
Lincoln's quote "This world cannot exist half slave and half free."
The exhibit was put together by the Public Affairs staff of the Illinois
Historic Preservation Agency and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, and
the original posters are in the library's collection. It was displayed in the
Governor's Tent at the 1995 Illinois State Fair as part of an exhibit
commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II. It is now one of
several traveling exhibits available from the Illinois Association of Museums.
The exhibit will be on display at the Museums of Lisle Station Park through
Saturday, October 15, 2011. Admission to the museum is free and hours of
operation are Tuesday and Thursday from 1-4pm and Saturdays from 10am-4pm
through Labor Day. Starting September 6, hours change to Saturdays from 1-4pm.
Museum tours are available year-round by appointment. Visit
www.LisleParkDistrict.org/musuem or call 630-968-0499 for more information.
August 26, 2011 -
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Lisle Park District: Discover the Opportunities
this Autumn!
Lisle, IL – Let the Lisle Park District help you transition into fall with affordable fun
for the whole family! Discover our programs for kids of all ages, golf at one of
the top rated 9-hole courses in Illinois, dine at Wheatstack our new Midwestern
eatery or explore Community Park. Call for more information 630-964-3410.
• Fri., Oct. 14 from 6-8:30pm, Monster Madness: Fall Family Fun Fair:
Join us for this festive fall family
fun fair! There will be carnival games, prizes, costumes, pumpkin patch, pony
rides, petting zoo, and an exciting hay maze especially for children and the
young at heart! Cost: $10 per punch card (25 punches), on sale starting October
11. Location: Lisle Park District,
Recreation Center, 1925 Ohio Street, Lisle, 630-964-3410. Age: 10 and under.
• Sat., Oct. 15, 7th Annual Scarecrow Scramble:
The nighttime event held on the third
Saturday in October is a USATF certified race which winds through slightly hilly
paths of Community Park, gently lit by luminaria for safety and new for 2011
Tech T-Shirts! Registration begins at 4:30pm for Tot Dash, Youth Run, and
Walk/Run. A bonfire, costume contest, raffle and hayrides make it an enjoyable
fall family event and all proceeds benefit Partners for Parks and Character
Counts in Lisle. Scarecrow Scramble is a sanctioned race approved by the Chicago
Area Runners Association. Registration form online at www.ScarecrowScramble.com.
Location: Community Park, 1825 Short
Street, Lisle 60532.
• Fri., Oct. 28 from 7-10pm, Trail of Terror:
Through the woods you go, Where you
end, Wouldn't you like to know? The Trail of Terror is a guided tour on foot
through a haunted trail through Community Park. (Parental Discretion Advised:
Some material may not be suitable for very young children). $7/person, group
rates available. Volunteer opportunities available for this event, must be 15
and older, adults encouraged to participate. Looking for actors and make-up
artists, no experience necessary, call 630-964-3410 for details.
Location: Lisle Park District, 1825 Short
Street, Lisle, 630-964-3410. Please park in the south end of Sea Lion Aquatic
Park’s parking lot.
• Thu., Dec. 1, 2012 Sea Lion Aquatic Park Passes on
Sale: Purchase your season pass to
Sea Lion Aquatic Park before Dec. 30, 2011 and receive a FREE punch card. Early
Bird Rates apply through Wed., May 2, 2012. Visit www.lisleparkdistrict.org for
pricing and details.
• Sat., Dec. 10 from 10am sharp, Candy Cane Hunt:
Celebrate the holiday season at
this special candy cane hunt! Dress warm and bring a basket or sack for your
goodies and come to Community Park to hunt for a variety of candy canes.
Children will hunt for candy canes by age groups (2 and under, 3-5, 6-10) in
different areas of the park surrounding the Community Center. Prizes will be
given to those who find the special candy canes and a special visitor may stop
by with other special treats! Pre-registration is suggested for this event. Code: 4992, R/NR: $5/$8. Location:
Community Park. Age: 1-10.
• Sat., Dec. 10 from 11am-1pm, Cookies with Mrs.
Claus: Come and join Mrs. Claus and
her elves as they sing Christmas Songs, read The Night Before Christmas, drink
hot chocolate, and decorate and eat Christmas cookies! Be sure to bring your
Christmas wish list and Mrs. Claus will be sure it gets to Santa! Children will
also make a holiday themed ornament to take home as well!
Code: 5088, R/NR: $24/$40. Location:
Community Center Board Room. Age: 4-8.
Lisle Park District Programs
• Dance Program: The Lisle Park
District dance program is designed to improve grace and flexibility while
exposing participants to the beauty and benefits of dance. Dancing is a life
skill that also teaches children good posture, grace, rhythm and coordination.
This is a cumulative program that runs Autumn 2011 through Spring 2012.
Registration must be completed by Tue., Sep. 6.
• Before School Program:
The Lisle Park District’s Before School
Program is for boys and girls enrolled in Grades K-5. The program offers
activities including arts and crafts, sports, free playtime, and other fun and
recreational activities. The Before School Program operates from 7-8:45am.
Students attending Tate Woods School will be bussed from Schiesher to Tate
Woods, $6/day. First time participants must register in-person for this program.
Existing participants may register over the phone, but online registration is
not available.
• After School Program:
The Lisle Park District’s After School Program
is for boys and girls enrolled in Grades K-6. The program offers activities
including arts and crafts, sports, free playtime, homework time, and other fun
and recreational activities. The After School Program operates from 3:15-6pm on
full days of school. Schiesher School, $12/day. Tate Woods School, $12/day.
First time participants must register in-person for this program. Existing
participants may register over the phone, but online registration is not
available.
• Boys and Girls Junior Basketball:
This league is structured to develop skills
and interest in the sport through organized practices and games. Games are
played on Saturday’s between 8am-7pm beginning in January, with practices
scheduled once a week in the evenings starting in December. All participants
will receive an award. Age: Boys & Girls Grades 1-8. Registration nights are as
follows: Thu., Sep. 8, 5-7pm, Sat., Sep. 10, 10am-12pm, Thu., Sep. 15, 5-7pm.
Open registration begins Fri., Sep. 16.
• Junior High After Hours, Sep. 23, Oct. 21, Nov.
18, Dec. 16: Call your friends and
meet at the Lisle Jr. High to play basketball, dance to the DJ or just hangout!
Jr. High After Hours is for Jr. High students (6-8 grade) residing in the Lisle
Park District. Students must have an After Hours card to enter. Cards may be
purchased at the Lisle Park District or at the entrance to After Hours. $4 per
card, $4 per month.
• Camp Winter Quest, Dec. 21-23, Dec. 27-30, Jan. 2
& 3: Are you missing those hot days
filled with summer camp fun? Why not have some cold winter fun and go to Camp
Winter Quest? Much like Camp Summer Quest, but in the snow! Camp Winter Quest is
going to travel on field trips every day so be sure to register today to save
your spot! The ratio will be 1 counselor to 8 campers and will be staffed by
Camp Summer Quest counselors. Drop off will be 7:30-9AM and pick up is 4-6PM.
For children currently enrolled in K-6th Grade, Registration
Wheatstack - A Midwestern Eatery & Tap
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• Comedy Night: Third
Saturday of every month, hosted by Bert Borth featuring your favorites in local
comedy! $35 ticket includes 3-course dinner and show; $20 ticket includes 2
drinks and show. Call 630-968-1920 for reservations.
• Turkey To-Go:
Fresh homemade turkey dinners complete with
all the fixin’s during the week of Thanksgiving. Call 630-968-1920 to place your
pick-up order!
• Brunch with Santa: Sun., Dec. 4, 11, 18.
Come meet Santa and enjoy the best
Sunday brunch in Lisle! Bring the whole family and don’t forget your camera.
Seating starts at 9am, call 630-968-1920 for reservations.
Museums at Lisle
Station Park
921 School Street, Lisle, IL 60532 | 630-968-0499 | Admission is FREE
Open Jun. 1-Sep. 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-4pm and Saturdays, 10am-4pm;
Sep. 1-Dec. 1 open on Sat. from 1-4pm Free tours available by appointment all
year.
• FREE! Sat., Sep. 17, 11am-5pm & Sun., Sep. 18, 12-5pm,
Depot Days: Experience the roots and early history of Lisle at the
Museums at Lisle Station Park! Depot Days features food, entertainment, family
fun and more! Enjoy blacksmithing demonstrations, grind corn, sample some
old-fashioned homemade apple pie and see for yourself what life was like almost
100 years ago. All ages welcome!
• FREE! Saturdays, Sep. 24- Nov. 12 at 4pm, Chicago History
Author Series: Meet the authors and get your books signed! All events
are free, donations appreciated. All ages welcome!
o Sat., Sep. 24, 4pm: Kick-Off presentation on Chicago History with
Kermit Eby
o Sat., Oct. 1, 4pm: Richard R. Guzman,
Black Writing from Chicago: In the
World, Not of it
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Sat., Oct. 8, 4pm: David Royko,
Royko in Love
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Sat., Oct. 15, 4pm: Gerald Gems,
Chicago Sports Reader: 100 Years of Sports
in the Windy City
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Sat., Oct. 22, 4pm: Larry Bennett,
The Third City: Chicago and American
Urbanism
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Sat., Oct. 29, 4pm: Gayle Soucek,
Chicago Calamities: Disasters in the Windy
City
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SSat., Nov. 5, 4pm: Bill Savage,
Chicago: City on the Make, 60th Anniversary
Edition
o
Sat., Nov. 12, 4pm: Leslie Goddard,
Remembering Marshall Field’s
• FREE! Sat., Dec. 3, 3-8pm & Sun., Dec. 4, 11am-4pm,
Once Upon a Christmas: Join us at
the Museums at Lisle Station Park for old fashioned holiday fun! Enjoy crafts
and hayrides, Christmas trees decorated by the Heritage Society, Santa, brick
oven baking and more! Don’t forget to peruse some antique gift items in the
Lisle Heritage Society gift shop. All ages welcome!
River Bend Golf
Course
5900 S. Rte. 53, Lisle, IL 60532 | 630-968-1920 |
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Club Events
• Sep. 3-5, PGA Patriot Weekend:
Donations will be accepted for Folds of Honor
Foundation. Call 630-964-3410 for more information.
• Sep. 24, Autumn Night Golf:
Shotgun start at 8pm. Age 21+, 6 person teams,
6 holes, walking only. $45 per player includes BBQ, beer, soft drinks and golf.
Call to register, 630-964-3410 or visit
RiverBendGolfClub.org for information.
• Oct. 8, Oktoberfest Scramble:
Registration starts at 9am, Shotgun start at
10am. Three person scramble, $45 includes golf cart, and German-themed lunch.
Call to register, 630-964-3410 or visit
RiverBendGolfClub.org for information.
• Oct. 24, One Rate Play All Day Starts!
$15 for residents, $20 for nonresidents for as
many holes as you want!
• Nov. 12, Turkey Shoot:
Registration starts at 9am, Shotgun start at
10am. Four person scramble, $45 per player, includes cart, turkey lunch and
prizes. Call to register, 630-964-3410 or visit
RiverBendGolfClub.org for
information.
August 9, 2011 -
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Lisle’s Historic Museum to Host 2nd Annual Chicago History Author Series
 Lisle,
IL – The second annual Chicago History Author Series will explore the city of
Chicago from eight different perspectives during this unique program series
presented by the Lisle Park District. Enjoy a crash course on the history of our
great city, Chicago. From the time of its discovery by Jacques Marquette and
Louis Joliet, Chicago has proved to be an ever changing, ever evolving city that
has grown from a mud hole to a metropolis! The Chicago Author Series is a free
event with book signings, time to meet the authors, and appropriate for all
ages. For more information contact museum curator, Brian Failing at 630-968-0499
or visit
www.lisleparkdistrict.org/museumevents
Location: The Museums at Lisle Station Park, Lisle Depot
Baggage Room at 921 School Street, Lisle, IL 60532
Author Series Schedule:
Sat., Sep. 24, 4pm Kermit Eby presents a crash course on the
history of Chicago
Sat., Oct. 1, 4pm Richard R. Guzman, Black Writing from
Chicago: In the World Not of It?
Sat., Oct. 8, 4pm David Royko, Royko in Love
Sat., Oct. 15, 4pm Gerald Gems, Chicago Sports Reader: 100
Years of Sports in the Windy City
Sat., Oct. 22, 4pm Larry Bennett, The Third City: Chicago
and American Urbanism
Sat., Oct. 29, 4pm Gayle Soucek, Chicago Calamities:
Disaster in the Windy City
Sat., Nov. 5, 4pm Bill Savage, Chicago: City on the Make,
60th Anniversary Edition
Sat., Nov. 12, 4pm Leslie Goddard, Remembering Marshall
Field’s
July 22, 2011 -
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Lisle Park District Awards Seniors
Robert Kuzmicki Education Scholarships
Lisle, IL – On Thursday, July 21, at the regular monthly board meeting of the
Lisle Park District Board of Park Commissioners, two Lisle Seniors were awarded
the Robert Kuzmicki Education Scholarship. The scholarship was created in memory
of Bob Kuzmicki, who lost his battle with a rare form of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
in December of 2005. Bob, a devoted father and husband was also the Lisle Park
District’s facility specialist and was well known by many patrons at Sea Lion
Aquatic Park for his dedication to the facility. The Lisle Park District
received many qualified applications for the two $500 scholarships. Applicants
were asked to explain the importance of community involvement and how it applies
to their lives, the benefits of the park district, and how their work ethic will
affect their future goals. The two students chosen by the scholarship committee
have astonishing work ethics, are incredibly selfless, and truly understand the
role a park district plays within the community.
TThe first of two scholarships was awarded to Tijana Popovic. Tijana graduated
from Lisle Senior High School this year with a grade point average of 5.25. She
has been accepted and plans to attend the University of Illinois where she hopes
to pursue a degree in pre-med psychology. Tijana’s academic and extra-curricular
accomplishments truly exemplify an outstanding work ethic. She served as
president of the National Honors Society, was a member of Varsity Choir, Key
Club, Student Congress, Student Ambassador, Yellow Ribbon Committee, Math team,
and participated in many musicals and plays. Within the Lisle Park District
community, Tijana has worked as a lifeguard and swim lesson instructor at Sea
Lion Aquatic Park, volunteered at the Partners for Parks Scarecrow Scramble and
the Fourth of July parade. Tijana’s goal is to one day become a doctor,
specializing in either Endocrinology or Pediatrics in order to help diagnose and
treat patients. No doubt, with her strong work ethic Tijana will achieve her
goal and go on to help many others.
Timothy J. Saul Jr. was awarded the second Robert Kuzmicki Education Scholarship. Tim, graduated from
Lisle Senior High School this spring. He will study Criminal Justice at the
College of Dupage and plans to transfer to Western Illinois University. Tim’s
math teacher and varsity football coach, Ronald Jaegle, says “Tim has a great
work ethic on the football field; he is a kind individual; he’s always there to
offer assistance to a peer struggling in the classroom or to help a teammate
through a challenging drill.” In school, Tim has participated in both football
and basketball. He was also honored by Governor Pat Quinn for volunteering in
the “Kids Can’t Buy ‘Em Here” tobacco enforcement program. Within the Lisle Park
District community, Tim has volunteered for the past two years as a head coach
for the travel basketball program, been the scorekeeper for the in-house
basketball league, umpired practice games for Lisle baseball and worked at the
concessions at Sea Lion Aquatic Park. Tim’s active involvement in the Lisle
community has led him toward the field of law enforcement. He wishes to keep
citizens and their property safe. Tim says that nothing will stop him from
perusing his dreams of becoming a police officer. His desire to help and
encourage others and Tim’s caring concern for the community will continue to
define him as a leader for years to come.
The Lisle Park District, the Board of Park Commissioners, and Partners for
Parks, wish both Tijana and Tim the best in their endeavors. The application for
next year’s Robert Kuzmicki Education Scholarship is available online by
visiting www.LisleParkDistrict.org/scholarship.
Tijana Popovic, Park Board President Don Cook, and Timothy J. Saul Jr./p>
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Baseball Field at Beau Bien Park Dedicated to Todd Riley
Lisle, IL – On April 23, nearly 200 friends, family and neighbors gathered on a
beautiful sunny afternoon to attend the dedication of the Beau Bien Park
baseball field to the memory of Todd Riley. Todd was a little league coach for
six years and served as a board member for Lisle Baseball Softball League for
three years. He dedicated his time volunteering and contributing throughout
Lisle and focused on the Beau Bien neighborhood. In his short 44 years, he
became a cornerstone of the community and was a wonderful husband, father and
citizen.
The Lisle Park District’s Board of Park Commissioners Margaret Hough, Tony
Carballo, President Don Cook and Director of Parks and Recreation Dan Garvy
attended the dedication. “I am amazed and humbled by this event, and so grateful
to have been part of this special day,” said Cook. The park district was
approached last year to dedicate the neighborhood field to Riley. With an
overwhelming 120 signatures on the petition, the Board of Park Commissioners
voted to offer the field at Beau Bien as a memorial. With the support of the
Lisle Park District, the Lisle Baseball Softball League organized the dedication
ceremony exactly one year after Todd’s battle with cancer ended.
A rainy week gave way to a breezy spring day as Todd’s wife, Alicia, and sons,
Ryan and Kyle, listened closely as friends spoke of Todd’s dedication as a
father, a Lisle baseball coach and volunteer. The crowd blew bubbles from small
vials and waited for the newly installed sign to be revealed. As Todd’s two boys
pulled the cover aside, a swell in the wind carried the cloud of bubbles toward
the sign and surrounded the Rileys. While the air filled with bubbles John
Fogerty’s “Center Field” began playing. There wasn’t a dry eye in attendance and
appropriately, a pickup game of baseball followed the ceremony. Those in
attendance joined in christening the newly dedicated field and Todd’s sons each
threw out the first pitch.
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Earth Day Challenge Award
Lisle Park District Participated in Paper Retriever’s
Nationwide Paper Drive
Lisle, Illinois – The Lisle Park District recycled 2.71 tons of paper during the
month of March in celebration of Earth Day. “We recycled 25 tons of paper total
in 2010, and we are off to a great start in 2011!” said Michael Toohey,
Superintendent of Recreation. “We encourage everyone in our community to bring
newspapers, magazines, catalogs, old mail, office and school papers to our green
and yellow bins located the Community Center parking lot.” This paper drive is
aimed at encouraging community members to be good stewards of the environment
while also supporting local non-profits by recycling through Paper Retriever
bins. Organizations that host Paper Retriever bins will receive an “Earth Day
Bonus” based on the amount of paper recycled through their bins during the month
of March.
The proceeds from the paper drive at Lisle Park District go to offering more
recycling efforts around the park district including recycling bins throughout
the parks. The recycling effort is organized by the Lisle Park District’s
in-house environmental committee. In addition, the Lisle Park District is a
Green by Choice Sustainable Lisle Business.
“Earth Day is a time for us to focus on the small things each of us can do to
better our planet,” said Sylvain Longval, Vice President of Recycling with Paper
Retriever. “Paper Retriever gives people in the community an opportunity to do
that and more. By simply recycling our paper, we can help non-profit
organizations earn money while making a good environmental change as well.”
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Tour de Lisle – A Bicycle Exploration of Lisle and Beyond!
 Join
in this FREE low-intensity ride for cyclists of all ability levels on Sunday,
May 15 from 2-5pm. With two different tours, this event is for everyone with
access to a bicycle and a desire to see the town! Tour A is a
recreation/family-oriented tour that will encircle Community Park, head to
downtown Lisle, the Lisle Library and return to the park for hot dogs, chips and
drinks. Tour B is an exploratory bike tour consisting of three segments, each
departing from and returning to Community Park with connections to Downers Grove
and Woodridge (Tour B, Route 1), Naperville (Tour B, Route 2), and Wheaton (Tour
B, Route 3). Participants may choose which routes they wish to ride or join in
all three parts of this fun exploratory tour.
Tours A & B conclude with a FREE cookout and giveaway at the Community Park
Bandshell. On-site bicycle experts will demonstrate pre-ride preparations, safe
riding techniques and routes, and basic maintenance and repairs that will grow
your confidence and expand your horizons! Helmet and bicycle required, ages
three and up. This event is sponsored by: Best Chicago Meat Company, Bicycles Etc., Lisle Park District,
Partners for Parks, Performance Bicycle and supported by Lisle Bike Ped
Committee, Lisle Library, and Village of Lisle. Registration is required, so
please call 630-964-3410 before 12pm on Saturday, May 14 or arrive at Community
Park at 1pm on May 15 to register. For more information and to view the bicycle
routes, please visit:
LisleParkDistrict.org/TourdeLisle
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2011 Lisle Park District Summer Activities:
Sea Lion Aquatic
Park |
1825 Short Street,
Lisle, IL 60532 | 630-964-3410
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Pool Opens
Saturday, May 28
at Noon (weather permitting)
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Regular
season begins Saturday,
June 11.
Please visit
http://lisleparkdistrict.org/slp.htm
for
hours and fees
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Fantastic
Friday Family Float Nights,
6:30-9pm on 6/17, 7/15, 8/19.
Rafts, tubes, whales, alligators, sharks, floats, or water noodles are
just a sample of what can be used in the pool. Bring the family and some fun
floats for a relaxing and enjoyable ride. Please, nothing larger than 6’ x 6’.
General admission rates apply. Location: Sea Lion Aquatic Park, 1825 Short
Street in Lisle. All ages welcome!
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Family Day at
the Pool,
Saturday, July 30 from 12-5pm.
Splash into summer fun at Sea Lion Aquatic Park and help a great
cause! There will be raffles, special concessions, bag tournaments, and aquatic
games for the whole family! A portion of the day’s daily admissions will be
donated to the Robert Kuzmicki Recreation Education Scholarship Fund which is
available to local college or college-bound students. Location: Sea Lion Aquatic
Park, 1825 Short Street in Lisle. All ages welcome!
River Bend Golf Club |
5900 S. Rte. 53, Lisle, IL 60532 | 630-968-1920 |
http://RiverBendGolfClub.org
Golf Clinics
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Monday,
Wednesday, Friday, June 6-10 from 6:30-7:30pm: Adult/Child Combo Clinic:
This clinic series is designed as a chance for parents and children to come out
to River Bend together. We will cover putting, the short game, and the full
swing over the course of the week. Parents are encouraged to play a few holes
with their children afterwards and enjoy a meal at our new restaurant
Wheatstack, overlooking the golf course. Age: 8+, Register by 6/5, $75 per
person. Call to register 630-964-3410.
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Tuesday, May
24 from 6-8pm: Junior Rules and Etiquette Clinic:
We will cover all the pertinent rules and etiquette to allow the participants to
be able to go out on the golf course and enjoy the game. At the end of the rules
and etiquette seminar, participants will be tested on the material.
Ages 8-17, $30 per person. Call to
register, 630-964-3410.
Club Events
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June 18:
Father’s Day Weekend Scramble:
Registration
starts at 9:30am, Lunch at 12:30pm.
Call
to register, 630-964-3410
or visit RiverBendGolfClub.org for information.
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September 3:
Patriot Day Championship:
Registration
starts at 7am, Shotgun start at 9am.
Call
to register, 630-964-3410
or visit RiverBendGolfClub.org for information.
Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery & Tap |
5900 S. Rte. 53, Lisle, IL 60532 | 630-968-1920 |
www.WheatstackLisle.com
FREE Movie
Mondays:
Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery & Tap is showing a FREE
outdoor movie every Monday night, weather permitting. Come early to get a good
seat and a bite to eat! Upper deck, patio and lawn seating will be available.
Under 17 will not be admitted without an adult. Movies start at dusk. No outside
food or beverages please.
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June 6:
Morning Glory
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June 13: Eat,
Pray, Love
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June 20: The
Social Network
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June 27:
Country Strong
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July 11:
Julie and Julia
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July 18:
Inception
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July 25:
Burlesque
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August 1: The
Proposal
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August 8:
Salt
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August 15:
Secretariat
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August 22:
Cinderella Man
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August 29:
Grease
Museums at Lisle Station Park |
921 School Street, Lisle, IL 60532 | 630-968-0499 | Admission is FREE |
Open Jun. 1 – Sep. 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-4pm and Saturdays, 10am-4pm.
Free tours available by appointment all year.
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Friday, May
20 starts after dark, FREE Movie at the Museum:
Join us at
the Museum complex as we watch Night at
the Museum. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs, all ages welcome!
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Thursday, May
26, 7:30pm, Veterans Day Forum:
Join us as we
thank those who have served! Come hear the stories these men have about their
experiences defending our country and their tales of bravery, from WWII to
Operation Iraqi Freedom. All ages welcome at Netzley Yender House.
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Thursday,
August 18 at 7pm, Ghost Stories in the Park with Diane Ladley:
Diane Ladley,
author of several local ghost books, will be telling stories of hauntings
occurring in the surrounding communities. Outdoor event, weather permitting.
Location: Lisle Station Park, 921 School Street in Lisle. Parental discretion
advised, Free event.
Lisle Park District Family
Special Events |
Visit
www.lisleparkdistrict.org
or call 630-964-3410 for more info
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Tour de Lisle |
Sunday, May 15 from
2-5pm:
Join others in
this FREE low-intensity ride for cyclists of all ability
levels. With two different tours this event is geared for everyone with access
to a bicycle and a desire to see the town. One tour will encircle Community
Park, head to downtown Lisle for a treat and return to the Park. The other will
leave Community Park and explore connections to Wheaton, Naperville, Woodridge
and Downers Grove. Both tours conclude with a FREE cookout and raffle at the
Community Park Bandshell and will expose participants to pre-ride preparations,
safe riding techniques and routes, and basic maintenance and repairs that will
grow your confidence and expand your horizons! Helmet and Bicycle required.
Age: 3+, Please call 630-964-3410 to
register for one of the following Tours: Tour A is a recreational/family
oriented tour through Community Park to Downtown Lisle.
Tour B is an exploratory bike tour highlighting connections to
neighboring communities (and beyond!)
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23rd Annual
Lisle-Woodridge Fire Fighters Union Fishing Derby |
Saturday, May 28 from 7am-1pm:
The Lisle-Woodridge Fire Fighters Union is pleased to announce their 23rd Annual
Youth/Adult Fishing Derby. Prizes will be awarded every hour of fishing for the
largest catch in each of the six game fish categories. At the conclusion of the
derby, awards will be presented for the overall largest catch in each category.
Only kids up to the age of 14 are allowed to fish and are eligible for prizes.
All kids must have adult supervision. You are encouraged to pre-register early
through the Lisle Park District. All youths pre-registered by May 14 are
guaranteed an Official Derby T-Shirt. Additional shirts may be available for
those registering after the deadline or on derby day. Live bait (worms) will be
sold at the derby, as well as food, snacks, hot and cold beverages. Participants
and their families will be eligible for raffle prizes throughout the event.
Age: 3 – 14. Please call to register
by 5/13, 630-964-3410, code 4378, cost is $8.
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Penny Carnival |
Thursday, July 21 from
6:30-8:30pm at the Meadows Center (5801 Westview Lane):
Come out this
summer to one of Lisle Park District’s most popular special events at the
Meadows Center. Penny Carnival is back with tons of outdoor games that will
entertain and challenge. Get your face painted, make art, or jump in the bounce
house which is always fun. Don’t miss the concession stand full of your favorite
summer time snacks, such as popcorn and snow cones just to name a few.
All ages welcome! $10 per punch card,
(25 punches per card)
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Totally Tuesdays: FREE Kids
Lunchtime Entertainment
Pack a lunch and head to the
Community Park Band shell for these great lunchtime performances! Performances
are from 11:45am-12:45pm.
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Tuesday, June 21: Dave Rudolf:
Brace yourself for a
truly fun and interactive show featuring tons of music, laughter and kid
participation. Children will love being on stage with Dave to show their wild
side during “I want to be and Ape, Man” or showing off their hula hooping skill
during “Terror on a Tricycle.” Featuring sound effects, props, backdrops and
original music from multi-award winning artist Dave Rudolf, you and your kids
will have a blast!
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Tuesday, July 12: Mike Mauthe:
Mike captivates,
motivates and thoroughly amazes audiences with his explosive array of magic and
juggling. His balloon wizardry on stilts is limited only by the imagination.
Mike’s knock out blend of magic and illusion never ceases to astonish even the
“non-believers” in the crowd.
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Tuesday, August 9: Brad Weston:
Brad Weston has
entertained in all types of environments, from filled to capacity four thousand
seat theaters to small after dinner shows for corporate clients. His blend of
juggling and balancing will dazzle the audience. His television credits include:
“Ripley’s Believe It or Not,” “Early Edition,” “The Today Show,” “The Jenny
Jones Show,” and “Wild Chicago”.
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Free Movies in Community Park
After Dark: Movies
start around 8:30pm at the Community Park Band Shell. Lawn seating only. Picnic
baskets and coolers will be permitted.
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Tuesday, June 14: Megamind (PG)
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Tuesday, June 28: Despicable Me (PG)
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Tuesday, July 12: Twilight Saga: Eclipse (PG-13)
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Tuesday, July 26: Gnomeo & Juliet (PG)
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Tuesday, August 9: Toy Story 3
(PG)
Lisle Park
District Teen Events |
Visit
http://lisleparkdistrict.org/teens
or call 630-964-3410 for more info
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Tuesday, June 28 from 9am-9pm,
Hurricane Harbor & Great America.
Come join us in a trip to the
most exciting water park in the northern suburbs. We will visit Skull Island the
World’s Largest Interactive Play Structure, have an ocean-like experience at
Hurricane Bay, ride the river rapids in Castaway Creek, ride the speed slides up
to 40 mph, tube slide down Hurricane Mountain and race down Wahoo Falls. If you
don’t want to spend all day at Hurricane Harbor, try one of Great America’s
thrilling rides like Superman, Raging Bull or the Viper. Cost includes
transportation and ticket. Lunch and dinner are on your own and please bring
proper swimming attire and a towel if you choose to swim at Hurricane Harbor.
Drop-off/Pick-up: Lisle Park District Community Center 1825 Short Street. Age:
12 - 17. Register by 6/20, R/NR $50/$75.
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Friday, July 8 from 7:30am-
2:30pm, Sterling Lake Kayaking Tour.
Join us for a guided
tour with Chicago Kayak. Their experienced kayak instructor will provide the
safety equipment, teach us how to paddle and take us out on the water for two
hours to play and experience nature. No experience required. Please bring a
bagged lunch, water bottles, sunscreen and a snack. This is a cooperative
program with the park districts of Woodridge, Westmont, Downers Grove and
Bolingbrook. Drop-off/Pick-up: Woodridge Community Center, 2600 Center Drive in
Woodridge. Age: 11 - 18. Register by 7/1, R/NR $39/$59.
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Saturday, July 23, from 1-3pm,
Texting Competition.
In the United States today, cell phone users average 157 Billions texts per
month. I bet most parents think half of those are coming from their kids alone.
This competition will help put those hours of texting to good use. This first
annual texting competition will put stress on the thumbs and pressure on the
eyes while participants try to battle their friends to see who the fastest
texter is. Participants will be measured on both speed and accuracy while in the
competition. More rules will be available closer to event. Location: Westmont
Community Center, 75 E. Richmond Street in Westmont. Grade: 6 - 12. Register by
7/16, R/NR $5/$10.
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Thursday - Friday, Aug. 11-12
from 9pm-7am, Rinkside Lock-in.
Get locked in overnight at
Rinkside Sports in Gurnee, IL. You will have unlimited arcade games*, unlimited
laser tag, cosmic ice skating, pizza, soda and even a continental breakfast. You
won’t want to miss your opportunity to stay up all night and hang out with your
friends at Rinkside. The snack bar will be open all night to purchase food if
you get hungry. Please arrive early to check in. *Excludes games that give prize
tickets. Drop-off/Pick-up: Lisle Park District Community Center 1825 Short
Street. Grade: 6 - 12. Register by 7/28, R/NR $45/$69.
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Lisle’s Scenic Community Park Perfect for Weddings
 The
beautiful Lisle Community Park is the ideal, picturesque and affordable location
for your wedding. Lisle Park District’s North and South Shelters offer gorgeous
waterside views in an elegantly manicured setting. The VanKampen Island Stage
and Community Band Shell are also available for your event upon request. Shelter
rental is only $85 for Lisle Park District residents and $165 for nonresidents.
Special permitting fees and extra equipment are the responsibility of the
renter.
Lisle Park District shelters can easily accommodate large and small parties,
each shelter has electricity available, and the North and South Shelters feature
attached restroom facilities.
The versatility of the park provides the perfect backdrop for breathtaking
wedding photos. From late April through May, the park features fragrant apple
blossoms surrounding Community Park pond and the charming stone bridge. From
late June through September, the native wildflowers in the natural prairielands
are in full bloom and several romantic waterside areas boast striking rock
formations.
Shelters are available to rent on Saturdays and Sundays between Memorial Day and
Labor Day weekend unless previously scheduled for park district or community
functions. The week of July Fourth will not be available due to the Eyes to the
Skies festival. Throughout the remainder of year, shelters are available at no
cost on a first come, first served basis.
If you have any questions or would like to have your wedding in Community Park,
please feel free to call Mike at 630-353-4306; he will be happy to assist you.
If you’re looking for the perfect location for your pre-wedding celebrations
such as showers, engagement parties and rehearsal dinners, please contact the
Food and Beverage Manager at Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery & Tap,
630-968-1920. Wheatstack, located at 5900 S. Rte. 53, overlooks the scenic
wetlands of River Bend Golf Club and features delicious entrees made with fresh
ingredients and homemade desserts off a menu specializing in Midwestern cuisine.
From signature cocktails to customized menus, our friendly and knowledgeable
staff will be able to help you host a memorable celebration that fits in your
budget.
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Spring into Fitness with Lisle Park District’s Outdoor Fitness Equipment
Spring weather has finally arrived and the Lisle Park District invites you to get moving on the ExerSkys outdoor fitness equipment. Installed at Community Park and Surrey Ridge Athletic Complex, ExerSkys units are designed to meet the needs of active adults, from teens age 14 and up to seniors. This specialized outdoor exercise equipment offers low resistance “fitness terraining” for people of all ability levels in the natural beauty of the outdoors. Placed along walking paths, ExerSkys help supplement a fitness routine. Users take a break from walking or running, perform a few repetitions at a station, then continue on the pathway. As part of a pilot program, the equipment was donated by Partners for Parks through the Hazel VanKampen Memorial Fund. There are three ExerSkys stations from the Ranger Series which aim to increase range of motion and three stations from the Easy Terrainer Series which focus on building strength and flexibility.
In Community Park, along the south walking path behind Sea Lion Aquatic Park, are an elliptical trainer, shoulder wheel, and waist twister, all from the Easy Terrainer Series. On the north, south and west sides of the walking path surrounding Surrey Ridge Athletic Complex (located at the intersection of Naper Blvd. and Abbeywood Dr.) are the Ranger Series parallel bars, elliptical terrainer, and chest press. These easy-to-use stations are complete with instructions for use and are great for all ranges of ability by utilizing an individual’s body weight as resistance. For more information regarding the Lisle Park District’s ExerSkys Equipment, call 630-964-3410 or visit
LisleParkDistrict.org/Parks to view equipment and instructions.
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Lisle Park District Presented with Bus for Senior Programs
On March 24, 2011 Navistar announced its plans to partner with the Lisle Park
District in providing a new bus for senior trip programs. The bus was presented
by Jeff Bowen, vice president, Special Projects, Navistar and David Hillman,
director, Global Bus Marketing, IC Bus, to Don Cook, Lisle Park District Board
president, and Board of Park Commissioners Tony Carballo, Margaret Hough and
Debra Morse. Also in attendance was Mayor of Lisle Joe Broda, and Village
Trustees Mark Boyle, Ed Young, Cathy Cawiezel, Joe Schmitt, Lee LaFond and Clerk
Tim Seeden. Representing the Lisle Park District was Dan Garvy, Director of
Parks and Recreation, Superintendent of Parks Aaron Cerutti, Superintendent of
Operations Lisa Leone, Superintendent of Finance Scott Silver, Superintendent of
Recreation Mike Toohey and the Departments of Recreation and Facilities,
Operations, River Bend Golf Club, Parks and Facilities Maintenance, Business and
Customer Relations. Many residents participating in the senior trip scheduled
for that day attended the presentation ceremony and were delighted to preview
the new bus.
Present for the event was Doris Grillo, a decade-long Lisle resident and
frequent senior trip attendee. “I am excited that the new bus is bigger and that
the ride will be smoother. The overhead bins will be wonderful for our ‘resaling
trips’ and with additional seating I hope less people will have to be put on a
waiting list. This bus is a great benefit to the senior trip programs and we
appreciate Navistar partnering with the Lisle Park District.”
A Lisle resident since 1975, Evelyn Horejsi also attended the bus presentation.
“As a retiree, I work my schedule around the Lisle Park District’s senior trips
– this month I am going on eight different outings. This bus is a dream come
true! We will have more functional space with room for packages and we won’t
have to store items on our laps. I am very proud of the senior programming at
the park district and looking forward to the exciting trips on our new bus.”
Navistar sees this unique public-private partnership as an opportunity to
provide a transportation solution to the park district while helping meet the
needs of their constituents. The bus being presented to the park district is an
IC Bus HC Series Platinum, which seats 31 passengers and has air conditioning
and an audio and video system.
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Lisle Park District Playground Donated to Children of Haiti
Last April, the playground at Valley Forge Park in Lisle
was scheduled for replacement. The vendor that won the bid to replace the
playground suggested the Lisle Park District contact Kids Around the World, a
nonprofit organization that “builds playgrounds and hope for the children of the
world.” Kids Around the World works with municipalities that are replacing or
removing playgrounds by helping disassemble older playgrounds and then
refurbish, repair and repaint as necessary. Then the playgrounds are inspected
for safety and installed in communities around the world “devastated by war,
natural disaster and economic stress.” The Lisle Park District Board of
Commissioners and staff agreed to recycle the old playground and give it to such
a positive and green cause. The Lisle Park District maintenance employees went
to work carefully disassembling the old playground and volunteers from Kids
Around the World took the pieces to their Rockford facility to be refurbished,
inventoried, crated and stored while waiting to be shipped to a community in
need.
KKids Around the World determined that the playground was most needed in a tent
village in Haiti called “Vilage Mirak," or Miracle Village, located outside of
Fond Parisien which is about 20 miles east of Port-au-Prince. In its master
plan, Miracle Village will build 500 homes, with public buildings, roads and a
market. The Kids Around the World volunteers broke ground for the former Lisle
Park District playground on January 12, 2011, one year after the devastating
earthquake that destroyed Haiti. After five days of digging in the rocky soil,
pouring cement, reassembling framework, setting up slides and ladders, and
passing inspection by the certified playground safety inspectors, the playground
was complete. On January 16, 2011 the volunteers decorated the newly built
playground with balloons and held a dedication ceremony in the village. As the
ribbon was cut, the children rushed to the playground with smiles and laughter.
Kids Around the World is looking for volunteers and partners that may know of
any playgrounds available for recycling. Please visit:
www.KidsAroundTheWorld.com for more information.
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Robert Kuzmicki Recreation Education Scholarships
Applications are now being accepted for the Lisle Park District’s 2011 Robert
Kuzmicki Recreation Education Scholarships. Two $500 scholarships will be
awarded to high school seniors or current college students residing in the Lisle
Park District, who exhibit a strong work ethic and exemplify a dedication to
community or the advancement of environmental awareness and stewardship.
Primary criteria in the selection of the scholarship winners are demonstration
of community or school service, volunteerism, environmental advocacy and
personal work ethic. Please note, that although the students’ current GPA is
requested, this is not necessarily a merit based scholarship. All applicants
that fulfill the primary criteria will be considered and past recipients may
reapply for the scholarship throughout their college careers.
AApplication forms are available online at
http://lisleparkdistrict.org/scholarship.htm. Completed forms should be
mailed, hand-delivered or emailed to: Lisle Park District Education Scholarship
Committee, c/o Rachel Staats, 1825 Short Street, Lisle, IL 60532,
rstaats@lisleparkdistrict.org, no later than Monday, May 2, 2011. Scholarships
will be awarded at either the June or July Lisle Park District Board meeting,
depending on recipient availability.
Funds for this scholarship are raised through the annual Sea Lion Aquatic Park
Family Day event held on Saturday, July 30, 2011 from 12-5pm. Underclassmen who
may be interested in the scholarship are strongly encouraged to volunteer.
Please contact Rachel Staats, Marketing and Communications Specialist, at
630-964-3410 with questions.
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Gentle Learning Preschool Enrollment for the 2011-2012 School
Year
 Early
Bird Registration
22011-2012 Early Bird registration for Lisle Park District’s Gentle Learning
Preschool, 5801 Westview Lane in Lisle, will begin on Wed., Jan. 12, Noon-4pm.
Early Bird registration is for current Gentle Learning Preschool participants
and Stepping Stones Students only. Call 630-969-0992 or visit
www.lisleparkdistrict.org for more info.
New Student Open House
Lisle Park District’s Gentle Learning Preschool, 5801 Westview Lane, is hosting
its annual Open House on Thurs., Jan. 20 from 6:30-7:30pm. Stop by and tour
classrooms, meet teachers and discover the benefits of learning through play.
New student registration will be accepted during the Open House. Preschool
tuition starts at $95 per month. 2-day, 3-day and 5-day programs are available.
Please remember that a birth certificate, proof of residency and a $50
non-refundable registration fee are all required at the time of registration.
For more information, please call 630-969-0499 or visit
www.lisleparkdistrict.org.
New Student Registration
Lisle Park District’s Gentle Learning Preschool, 5801 Westview Lane, will begin
accepting new student registration during regular business hours beginning Fri.,
Jan. 21 at 9am. Please remember that a birth certificate, proof of residency and
a $50 non-refundable registration fee are all required at the time of
registration. For more information, please call 630-969-0499 or visit
www.lisleparkdistrict.org/preschool.
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8 Great Ways to Keep Kids Active This Winter
The Lisle Park District features eight great activities to keep your children
active this winter. With a long snowy season ahead why not take advantage of the
following affordable events:
1. Snowflake, Snowball, Snowman
WWant to get rid of those winter blues and have some fun? On Tuesday, January 25,
come join us for an afternoon of fun winter games, a special snowman craft and
some hot cocoa and s’mores. Kids ages 3-6 will meet from 12:30pm – 2pm, a sure
way to melt the winter blues away. Cost is $15 for park district residents.
2. Lisle Sled Hills
Grab your sled, bundle up and head to Kingston or Community Park in Lisle! The
park district has two sled hills open to all this winter, but unsupervised.
Kingston Park has a softer slope and may be more appropriate for younger
children.
3. Kids Unplugged
No need for animated TV shows or computer games! Kids ages 3-6 are going to play
board games, tag, and have relay races all afternoon on Fri., Feb. 4 from
11:30-3pm! Kids Unplugged is $16 for park district residents.
4. Motor Room: Lisle Park District’s Indoor Playground
Get out of the cold and energize your spirits! Come to the motor room and climb,
crawl and slide. Adults can bring children ages 1-5 at the Lisle Park District’s
indoor playground, located at the Meadows Center, 5801 Westview Lane in Lisle.
This program requires no pre-registration and is available on a drop-in basis.
The playground is open every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm through March 24. Cost:
$1 per child for Lisle Park District residents, $2 per child for nonresidents.
5. Youth Basketball Open Gym
The Lisle Park District provides supervised gym time for grades 3-6 and 7-12 at
the Lisle Junior High gym. This is a great opportunity for kids to practice
their skills! Sunday sessions, Jan. 9 – Feb. 20, grades 3-6 from 1-2:30pm and
grades 7-12 from 2:30-4pm. The cost is $3 for park district residents and $5 for
nonresidents. Register on site at Lisle Junior High.
6. Snowboarding Lessons
Let the Lisle Park District staff introduce your children ages 9-18 to
snowboarding basics at Four Lakes Ski Hill. The ski hill is open until 7:00pm
for your use after your lesson. Saturdays, Jan. 22 – Feb. 23 from 3-4pm. Only
$125 for the 4 week session, $225 with rental.
7. Jazz and Hip Hop Dancing
Children ages 7-12 can learn the fundamental techniques of Jazz and Hip-Hop with
an emphasis on physical fitness. Monday evenings, beginning Jan. 24 for 16
weeks, only $140 for residents.
8. Tae Kwon Do
Tae Kwon Do teaches self-defense as well as improves each student’s
self-confidence, discipline, coordination, physical and mental capabilities.
Experienced instructors teach under the direction of Master Chung M. Kim, a 7th
Degree Black Belt of Lions Tae Kwon Do. Saturday classes offered to ages 6-14,
available for both Beginners and Advanced students in a 10 week session. The
cost is $50 for Lisle residents.
For more information on these and other great opportunities at the Lisle Park
District, please call 630-964-3410 or visit www.lisleparkdistrict.org.
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