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Glenview Park District E-News
Winter Magic
February 18-March 2, 2010 |
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Dear Glenview Park District Resident,
Banish those winter blahs by attending a program or event at the Glenview Park District. Stay and play with us! We've got hundreds of opportunities to laugh, play, explore, create, learn and grow just waiting for you! Here are some upcoming not-to-be-missed activities, events & information you can use! |
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PICTURED ABOVE: Wagner Farm's iconic barn.
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2010-2011 PARK CENTER PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
Open the "Window of Opportunity" for your child
The best view to the "world of learning" for your child starts with the Glenview Park District's Park Center Preschool classes for three and four year olds. Our program is designed to give your child the tools and experiences he/she needs to assure a positive transition to kindergarten and beyond. Click here for more information or call Park Center Preschool at (224) 521-2502.
Resident lottery registration ends Monday, Feb. 22
Nonresident registration begins Friday, March 5 |
| SUMMER IN FEBRUARY OUTDOOR POOL PASS SALE
Through February 28
Don't miss your chance to get super early bird rates! Outdoor pool passes provide season-long admission to Flick Pool, 3600 Glenview Rd., and Roosevelt Pool, 2239 Fir St. You may purchase your outdoor pool pass online (click here) or in person at Park Center. Prices go up March 1. Click here for details. For a printable application click here.
Both pools will be open daily beginning June 12-August 22. Roosevelt will have weekend preseason hours beginning May 29 and postseason weekend hours through September 6 (Labor Day).
Take the Plunge NOW for Great Summer Savings on Outdoor Pool Passes |
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THIS WEEKEND'S FUN |
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FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRYS
The Cafe, 800 Shermer Rd. · (847) 657-3200
Starting Friday, February 19, 4:30-8 pm
Friday night Fish Frys are back! Join The Cafe at the Glenview Park Golf Club for a delicious buffet featuring soup and salad, baked haddock, fried cod loin, popcorn shrimp, fried clams and more. $12.95 per person ($8.95 for children 12 and under). Cocktails and other menu items are also available. Seating is first-come, first served. Additional dates: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16 & 23. |
PRINCESS BALL
Lakeview Rooms, 2400 Chestnut Ave. · (847) 724-5670
Friday, February 19, 6:30-8:30 pm · Saturday, February 20, 5:30-7:30 pm
There's still time to register and join us for an enchanted evening fit for a royal princess. Girls, ages 4-12 and their special date are invited to attend a royal celebration in the elegant Lakeview Rooms at Park Center. This magical night includes music, dancing, refreshments and special guests. Register online or at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave. $45 per couple (R)/$56.25 per couple (NR). Additional girls may attend with you for $22.50 (R)/$28.13 (NR) each. Use activity number 201303-A (Friday night) or 201303-B (Saturday night). |
GLENVIEW RESIDENT OPEN HOUSE
Park Center Lobby, 2400 Chestnut Ave. · (847) 724-5670
Saturday, February 20, 9-11:30 am
Stop by and learn more about the Village, Park District, Library, Schools, Chamber of Commerce, Townships, Glenbrook Hospital, the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) and other community organizations at this free event. Bring the entire family!
Refreshments
Officer Friendly
Firefighters
Blood Pressure Checks by NorthShore University HealthSystem
Voter Registration (bring two pieces of ID with a current address)
Animals from The Grove
Crafts for the Kids
LifeSource and Chicago's North Shore Convention & Visitors Bureau will be hosting a blood drive during the resident open house. One hundred percent of the blood collected will be going to hospitals in the community. There is a major shortage, especially O+, O-, A+, B+, but every blood type is needed to sustain a life. To schedule an appointment, please contact Sabina Schleiss at 847-682-8394 or e-mail [email protected]. Appointments recommended but walk-ins are welcome. Just bring a picture ID and eat before you come. |
TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE
Air Station Prairie, 2400 Compass Rd. · (847) 299-6096
Saturday, February 20, 10-11:30 am
Find out how life on the prairie has evolved to survive all sorts of winter conditions. Learn different animal tracks and take home a guide to help identify your own backyard visitors. Dress for the weather and wear rugged shoes. Recommended for ages 13-adult. Register online or at Park Center. $8 (R)/$10 (NR). Use activity number 207702-A. |
TURTLE TIME an adult-child program
The Grove, 1421 Milwaukee Ave. · (847) 299-6096
Sunday, February 21, 10-11 am
Meet the turtles from The Grove Interpretive Center's indoor turtle pond and learn all about turtles in this show and tell, hands-on program for children ages 4-6 with an adult. Turtle races are part of the fun! Register online or at Park Center. $12 (resident pair)/$15 (nonresident pair). Please list the name of each individual registering. Use activity number 207308-A. |
| Come play some more!
NEXT WEEKEND'S FUN |
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CRAFTY CALVES an adult-child program
Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Rd. · (847) 657-1506
Thursday, February 25, 10:30-11:30 am
Kids ages 3-5 and an adult can meet and learn about our farm animals, then make a special animal craft. February's featured animal is the pig. Register online or at Park Center. $11.50 (resident pair)/$14.37 (nonresident pair). Please list the name of each individual registering. Use activity number 209106-D. |
DECORATIVE PAINTING 101
The Grove, 1421 Milwaukee Ave. · (847) 299-6096
Saturday, February 27, 9 am-2 pm
Learn the basics of decorative painting using acrylics and several different types of brushes in this beginner's class for adults led by Debi Gajewski, a member of The American Society of Decorative Painters. Explore color mixing and brushstroke techniques using a flowerpot you get to decorate and keep. Fee includes all supplies. Bring an old shirt or apron to protect your clothing as well as a sack lunch. Register online or at Park Center. $32.50 (R)/$ 40.63 (NR). Use activity number 207108-A. |
The Coolest Place in Town
GLENVIEW ICE CENTER
1851 Landwehr Rd. |
(847) 724-2800 |
Learn to skate this spring!
In-person registration for Spring Figure Skating and Development Hockey Lessons starts Monday March 1. The Glenview Ice Center will offer a 9 week session of figure skating lessons for very young children through adults and a 9 week session of Development Hockey for beginning skaters. Lessons begin the week of March 8. All registration takes place at the Glenview Ice Center.
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Come Out Swinging This Spring
GOLF IN YOUR OWN BACK YARD |
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Glenview Park Golf Club 800 Shermer Rd. · (847) 724-0250
Season Golf Passes, Season Tee Times On Sale March 1 at 9 am. Streamline sign up by bringing last year's pass and two forms of identification. An Illinois driver's license and utility bill are needed to prove Glenview residency. Click for season golf pass information and information on permanent tee times.
Winter "Closest to the Pin" Contest, March 6, 12-2 pm. Take three shots to get closest to the pin in this pre-season contest. The field is split into several divisions and clubs are provided if needed. First through fourth place winners receive golf shop certificates based on the amount of entry fees. The more entries, the larger the pot will grow. Register online or at Park Center. $5 (R)/$ 6.25 (NR). Use activity number 308025-A.
Registration is also permitted the day of the event at the golf club. The Cafe will have hot chocolate, light lunch fare and cocktails available for purchase. |
| Glenview National 9 Golf Club 2800 West Lake Ave. · (847) 657-1637
In person registration begins March 1 at the N9 Clubhouse. Click to check out National 9's new and returning leagues and instructional programs this spring to learn or improve your game.
National 9's PlayBack Awards Program earns you credits every time you play the course. Click here for information and pick up your free PlayBack Awards swipe card at the clubhouse today. |
LEAGUE REGISTRATION DEADLINES |
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Girls Spring Softball Season Is on the Way
Calling all girls! Dust off those cleats and get ready for another exciting spring of softball! The Glenview Park District fields leagues for girls in grades 1-8. Fees vary. Click here for more information. Register online or at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave.
Deadline to register is Saturday, March 6 at 3 pm
NEW! Kindergarten Girls Softball Instructional Program
The Glenview Park District has teamed up with Illinois Baseball Academy, the same people who instruct our popular Mini Majors Baseball program, to teach kindergarten girls the very basics of softball through fun, non-competitive activities and games. Register online or at Park Center. $125 (R)/$ 156.25 (NR). Use activity number 302522.
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Adult Softball Leagues Heat Up the Summer
Looking for some fun, friendly competition with friends, family and co-workers? Get your game on and get your team together for all the excitement and action of the Glenview Park District's adult softball leagues. Games are played weeknights and Sundays at Community Park West beginning April 25 with a season-ending tournament held for each league. No additional non-resident fee! Click to download applications for:
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Feb. 19: The Cafe Fish Fry, 4:30-8 pm
Feb. 19 & 20: Princess Ball, Park Center
Feb. 20: Glenview Resident Open House, 9-11:30 am, Park Center Lobby (All are welcome!)
Feb. 22: Resident lottery registration deadline for spring recreation programs, closes 7:30 pm
Feb. 25: Park Board meeting, 7 pm, Park Center
Feb. 26: The Cafe Fish Fry, 4:30-8 pm
Feb. 27: New participant registration for Session III Indoor Tennis Lessons, Glenview Tennis Club. 9 am - members; 10 am - non-members.
Mar. 1: Registration begins for N9 lessons & leagues
Mar. 1: Registration begins for Glenview Park Golf Club Season Passes, Tee Times
Mar. 5: Open (Walk-in) registration for nonresidents & residents who missed the lottery begins
Mar. 6: GPGC "Closest to the Pin" competition, 12-2 pm
Mar. 6: Registration deadline for Girls Spring Softball Leagues
Mar. 6 & 7: GCT presents "The Ever After," 12 pm performances
Mar. 13 & 14: GCT presents "The Ever After," 12 pm and 4 pm performances
Mar. 20: Park Center Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt | |
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