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Located in the heart of Lincoln Square at Lincoln and Montrose Avenues sits the 15-acre Welles Park,
Located in the heart of Lincoln Square at Lincoln and Montrose Avenues sits the 15-acre Welles Park, a gathering place for musicians and sports and fitness enthusiasts of all kinds. Many residents enjoy the park’s indoor pool—using it year-round for lap swims, instruction, and aqua exercise. Others visit Welles Park’s fitness center for a workout, while some prefer a leisurely game of horseshoes at the park’s outdoor pits.
12/06/2023
After you register for your favorite Winter Program, remember to download your 20% off DICK'S Sporting Goods coupon to use towards your purchase of winter gear!
The coupon is valid in-store at the South Loop, Lincoln Park, Niles & Lombard locations from Dec. 8 -11, 2023. Download the coupon ▶️ https://bit.ly/4789orL.
After you register for your favorite Winter Program, remember to download your 20% off DICK'S Sporting Goods coupon to use towards your purchase of winter gear!
The coupon is valid in-store at the South Loop, Lincoln Park, Niles & Lombard locations from Dec. 8 -11, 2023. Download the coupon ▶️ https://bit.ly/4789orL.
12/04/2023
Have you checked your (wish)list?
Have you checked your (wish)list twice?
Winter Registration starts for Parks East of California tomorrow December 5th at 9 AM online!
View Programs and make your wishlist at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com!
11/28/2023
Stay warm ! Seek respite from the extreme cold ❄️ at 6 DFSS locations & at all Chicago Park District fieldhouses during regular operating hours.
Head here if you need to get out of the cold!
-Englewood Community Center
-Garfield Community Center
-Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center
-North Area Community Center
-South Chicago Community Center
-Trina Davila Community Center
Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
11/23/2023
🍁✨ Happy Thanksgiving from Welles Park!🍂
On this day of gratitude, we want to express our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you. 🙏💖 May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of family and friends. 🦃🥧 Wishing you a Thanksgiving that's as wonderful as you are! 🌟🍁 🚀🍂
11/22/2023
🦃🍂 In the spirit of gratitude and togetherness, we are CLOSED for Thanksgiving Day! 🚪✨ Wishing you a day filled with warmth, joy, and delicious moments with loved ones. 🍁🥧
🦃✨ Hours Update! 🕒 We're embracing the holiday spirit with modified hours:
📅 Thanksgiving Day: Closed (Gobble, gobble!)
🌟 Friday, 11/24: Open 7 am - 3 pm
🏋️♀️ Fitness Center: 7 am - 2:30 pm
🏊♂️ Pool: 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
Enjoy the festivities, then join us for a post-feast workout! 🏃♂️💪 Wishing you a healthy and happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🍁 🏋️♂️🌟
11/22/2023
🎉 Black Friday Extravaganza! 🛍️ Our BIGGEST sale of the year is ON! 🌟 Snag your favorite shirts for just $12.50 until December 4th! 🔥 Don't miss out on these unbeatable deals. Hurry, the clock is ticking! ⏳ 🛒✨
Shop & SALES early at the Chicago Park Store! Get park-themed gifts that you won't find anywhere else at www.chicagoparkstore.com. Starting tomorrow, Nov. 22 (10am) thru Mon., Dec. 4 (5pm) everything is on sale + $12.50 tees.
11/20/2023
🌨️ Exciting News! Winter Program Registration at the Chicago Park District is just around the corner! 🌨️
📆 Programs will be posted for viewing on 11/27/23 at 9 AM. Get ready to explore a variety of engaging activities for the winter season.
💻 Online Program Registration opens on 12/5/23 at 9 AM. Conveniently register for your favorite programs from the comfort of your home!
🏠 Prefer in-person registration? Join us on 12/9/23 to sign up for the winter programs in person. Our friendly staff will be ready to assist you!
Don't miss out on the chance to make this winter unforgettable with our diverse range of programs. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! ❄️🌟
11/17/2023
🦃👟✨ Ready to jump-start the holiday cheer with a dash of fitness and fun? 🌟🏃♀️🍂 Join us for a fantastic one-mile Turkey Trot-Family Fun Walk/Run in the park! Gather your loved ones, lace-up your sneakers, and let's create some memorable moments together.
🎁 All participants get a delightful goodie bag, plus there's a chance to win awesome prizes! 🏆🎉
🌆 This event is part of the Chicago Go Run, Chicago Area Runners Association, and the Chicago Park District series, promoting community building and an active lifestyle. 🏙️👟 Embrace this opportunity to be a part of a movement inspiring healthier, happier lives!
🦃👟✨ 🍁🏃♂️🎁
We're hiring a few energetic individuals for our year round, part-time recreation leader position. ⛹️ If you have general knowledge of sports 🤾♂️or an interest in the arts 🎨 or fitness 🧘, or like working with kids for our after-school programs this job may be perfect for you! We would love to have you on our team assisting the recreation staff in conducting classes.
>>Recreation Leader | #2300796 | Part-time | $16.24 hr. | 18 & over
>>Application deadline: November 16, 2023
Current Openings are at the following locations. Brands Park, Broadway Armory Park, Chopin Park, Edgebrook Park, Hermosa Park, Ken-Well Park, Kosciuszko Park, Loyola Park, Maplewood Park, Oriole Park, Oz Park, Peterson Park, Pottawattomie Park, Winnemac Park, and Wrightwood Park.
Apply Today! >>>https://bit.ly/NorthRecLeader
View duties, qualifications and more in the full listing online.
If you are looking a career in recreation – this job would be perfect for you! We are looking for energetic individuals to share their talents with our team and patrons. 🧘 Our instructors are responsible for leading a variety of fun and engaging programs year-round. Activities may range from sports to fitness and arts & crafts to facilitating leagues and running camps and after-school programs for our patrons of all ages.
>> Physical Instructor | #2300797 | $22.63 | Part-time | Year-round | 18 & over
>>Application Deadline: November 16, 2023
Apply today! >> https://bit.ly/NorthPhyInst
Learn more about our job opportunities visit chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs
Today is the day! Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party. 👻We encourage everyone to come in their funniest, ghostly, and creative costume.
😛Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave.
🤡Sunday, October 29 from 1-2:30pm
🎃For a complete list of events, visit www.chicago😙🤩🤩🥸parkdistrict.com/halloween.
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10/27/2023
We had the best day ever at our Girls Day of Play hosted by the Chicago Park District! We can’t wait to share more about our day with you! Have a great weekend and see all our at our Halloween in the Park Party on Sunday from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM. is presented by Mars Wrigley
10/25/2023
We will be hosting this event on Friday! We can't wait to share about the day with you!
Chicago Park District: The Girls P.L.A.Y. Initiative 67% of women feel that society doesn’t encourage girls to play sports – so when Chicago Public Schools are out, the Girls P.L.A.Y. initiative is in. They’re teaching women and gir…
10/25/2023
It's officially Sweater Weather! Did you know that all proceeds from your purchase benefit the Chicago Park District?
Get an early jump on your holiday shopping and get a loved one the gift of a Chicago Parks Sweatshirt!
Stock up on cozy park gear for the season! Rock cute designs or get rugged hoodies to keep warm in the gym or on your commute. Shop 🛍️ the Chicago Park Store at www.chicagoparkstore.com.
👉Remember to check back regularly for sales!
10/22/2023
If you're a Chicago filmmaker with a Chicago story to tell, submit your work now for 2024. Submissions open Oct. 20-Nov. 27.
Submission guidelines and more at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/onscreen
We've wrapped up our 10th Annual celebration of Chicago films and filmmakers, and we're ready to get things rolling on season 11.
If you're a Chicago filmmaker with a Chicago story to tell, submit your work now for 2024. Submissions open Oct. 20-Nov. 27.
Submission guidelines and more at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/onscreen
We had an incredible time this past weekend at our Pumpkin Patch at Horner Park! 🎃 Thanks for coming out and hanging out with us and creating memories. The kiddos and parents enjoyed music by the Horner Park Jazz Band, the reptile show, pumpkins galore, games, inflatable time, and some treats from Mars Wrigley. Special shout out to our staff for putting the event together. 🙌
🎃 For more fall events & activities, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween.
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10/14/2023
The Horner Park Pumpkin Patch is starting now! Swing by and say hello, we would love to see you and help you pick out your pumpkin! The Patch will be open until 2 PM!
More details about activities, cost and such can be found at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or at https://apm.activecommunities.com/chicagoparkdistrict/Activity_Search/pumpkin-patch-at-horner/467452
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🧌 Before you dress up for Halloween, you've got to get your Pumpkin!🎃
Stop by Horner Park this Saturday, October 14th at 10 AM for a Pumpkin Patch in the Parks!
🐍 You'll get to see a Reptile Show!
💿 Music by the Horner Park Jazz Band!
🎯 Partcipate in Carnival Games
📸 A Photo Booth
and so much more!
For more details and to visit our website www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/chicagoparkdistrict/activity/search/detail/467451?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true
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10/13/2023
We still have openings Arts classes that start next week (October 14 and on)!
We have a couple of classes for our aspiring artist.
🎨Family Arts and Crafts - An art class designed for the whole family!
🎨Little Artist - A Art Class designed for Artist 2-5 years old who with their parent or caregiver will complete a masterpiece each week to take home!
Learn more about the classes, their cost and register at https://bit.ly/WELLESART
10/12/2023
Did you see that there is a Teens in the Park Movie night tomorrow night on Friday the 13th at CHASE PARK?
Join the Teen Engagement department as they show the film: "Escape Room: Tournament of Champions!"
See you there!
If you didn't get tickets to Taylor Swift's movie this Friday, don't fret, we've got a free Halloween-themed movie selection for you in honor of Friday the 13th.
🎬 Movie Night at 6 pm// Ages 13-19
👉A Quiet Place at Robichaux Park
👉M3GAN at Franklin Park
👉Escape Room: Tournament at Chase Park
*Movies shown indoors
🎬Campfire Horrors at 7 pm// All Ages
👉Friday the 13th at Northerly Island Park
*Weather dependent. For updates, visit Chicago Park District: Movies In The Parks
For a list of all Halloween events in the Parks, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween
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10/03/2023
Happy October Everyone!
Make sure to check out all our Halloween Programming at the Chicago Park District!
🔗- www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween
Not all Fall events are ghoulish! Enjoy a series of fun pumpkin patches, fall festivals and parties before Halloween.
🎃Sat., Oct. 7- 11 am: Mini Pumpkin Patch at Bell Park
🍂Sun., Oct. 8 - 12 pm: Fall Fest at Jefferson Park
👉For a complete list of all our Fall & Halloween events, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween.
is presented by Mars Wrigley
10/03/2023
We still have openings Arts classes that start next week (October 14 and on)!
We have a couple of classes for our aspiring artist.
🎨Family Arts and Crafts - An art class designed for the whole family!
🎨Little Artist - A Art Class designed for Artist 2-5 years old who with their parent or caregiver will complete a masterpiece each week to take home!
Learn more about the classes, their cost and register at https://bit.ly/WELLESART
10/02/2023
Join us in sharing your input about the 2024 operating budget at the Chicago Park District 2024 Budget Online Forum.
More information below!
We want to hear from you! Join us for the Chicago Park District 2024 Budget Online Forum on Tues., Oct. 3 at 6:15pm.
Our team will share 2023 Budget highlights & provide you with an opportunity to participate & give your input to inform the 2024 operating budget.
🔗https://bit.ly/ChicagoParks2024OnlineBudgetForum.
09/15/2023
Have a budget idea, share it with Chicago Park District leadership next Wednesday!
Share your budget ideas with the Chicago Park District! As part of the Budget Process, the Chicago Park District solicits feedback & recommendations from the public to consider for the 2024 Budget.
This year's in-person 2024 Public Budget Hearing is scheduled for Wed., Sept. 20 at 6 pm. Speakers may register in-person starting at 5 pm. ➡️ www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/annual-budget-process.
09/12/2023
Which element is your favorite? We ❤️ them all! See them on display in a natural plant habitat at the ‘Earth, Water, Fire, Wind & Space, 2023’ exhibit at the Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N. Stockton Dr.
Pre-book your🆓visit👉https://bit.ly/LPCSummerArtInstallation2023
📸:Nathan Keay/William J. O'Brien
Which element is your favorite? We ❤️ them all! See them on display in a natural plant habitat at the ‘Earth, Water, Fire, Wind & Space, 2023’ exhibit at the Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N. Stockton Dr.
Pre-book your🆓visit👉https://bit.ly/LPCSummerArtInstallation2023.
📸:Nathan Keay/William J. O'Brien
Join us at Gill Park for their Senior Flannel Fest!
Seniors, get your "Flannel" ready and spend an afternoon in the park! Enjoy some live music, a BBQ lunch, axe throwing games, fun with friends and raffles at this event. This event is $5 per person!
Pre-register today at https://bit.ly/GillFlannelFest
09/01/2023
Does your Child (Ages 3-4) like storytime?
Welles Park has just the class for them! We are excited to offer our Storytime and crafts class which allows children to read a story and then share their interpretation using mixed mediums to produve a craft related to the story!
This class is offered on Thursday Mornings at 9:15 AM until 10 AM!
Sign up at ChicagoParkDistrict.com using the activity code 469165!
Did you know that Welles Park has a Cross Country Team? Our team has a few more spots left!
Our team is comprised of kids from 7 to 15 years old.
Runners will learn how to increase their endurance, learning the skills and stamina needed to compete in the sport of Cross Country.
08/29/2023
The Pool reopens next week! If you haven't signed up for our aquatics programming, make sure to check them out, and get signed up, make sure you check the start date, so you don't miss your sessions!
🏊♀️ Pool Activities - https://bit.ly/WellesPoolProg
🏊♀️ Pool Schedule - https://bit.ly/WellesParkPool
08/24/2023
Let us know how we can make Chicago Park District Summer Day Camp experience even better in 2024! Fill-out the survey by Sept. 5 & be entered to win a 🆓 2024 Summer Day spot.
👉 http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/day-camp-survey
08/21/2023
As Chicago Park District fall programs 🏈🏸🏊♀️🎨🩰🎹 are getting ready to start, prepare for the season with 20% OFF your entire purchase during the DICK'S Sporting Goods Exclusive Shop Event, happening August 25-28, 2023.
Download your coupon NOW to use at the Lincoln Park, South Loop, Niles & Lombard participating stores. 👉 https://bit.ly/DICKSSportingGoodsCoupon-Fall2023.
A little flash back to earlier this week. Community members enjoyed Tuesday at the Gazebo listening to Second Hand News performing hits from Fleetwood Mac. 🎸🎶
Thanks to the Welles Park Advisory Council for sponsoring the concerts. 🙌
08/18/2023
Thanks to everyone who came out to Tuesday Night Music with Second Hand News and Welles Park Advisory Council! We had a wonderful time and can't wait to do another Tuesday Night Music with Magnificent Strings! For more details visit ChicagoParkDistrict.com
Thanks to everybody who came out to Welles Park last night! We had a great time sharing a beautiful summer evening with all of you.
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08/11/2023
It's BACK! The 12th Annual Beyond the Waters Beach Party for all individuals with disabilities & their families. The FREE event includes a variety of fun, adaptive sports, like kayaking, handcycling, Live Music, DJ, a Kids Zone, Veterans Resources, BBQ & more.
▶️Aug. 13 at Osterman Beach, 5800 N. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. | 12-5 pm.
It's BACK! The 12th Annual Beyond the Waters Beach Party for all individuals with disabilities & their families. The FREE event includes a variety of fun, adaptive sports, like kayaking, handcycling, Live Music, DJ, a Kids Zone, Veterans Resources, BBQ & more.
▶️Aug. 13 at Osterman Beach, 5800 N. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. f/ 12-5 pm.
08/11/2023
We had a FOAMtastic last day of camp on Friday! We can't believe how fast the summer flew by!
But our team is excited for our fall classes that will start in a few weeks. But first we need to get you registered! Have you viewed our programs and the many others at parks near us? If not visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com!
08/07/2023
Join us for our Summer Dance Party in the Park at Green Briar, 2650 W. Peterson Ave., on Wednesday, Aug 9. Arts & Crafts 4:30, Dance Lessons 5:30pm and Dance Party 6:30pm. 🕺💃
Summer Dance is a social dance party bringing people of all abilities and ages together for free dance lessons followed by live music and DJs. https://bit.ly/SummerDanceGB2023Chicago www.ChicagoSummerDance.org
08/02/2023
Mark your calendars 📆. Online Fall 🍂Park Program registration is right around the corner, and will be available to view on August 7th at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
08/01/2023
We will see you tonight for our Concert in the Gazebo!
Nathan Graham will be dropping in to perform tonight starting at 6:30 PM. This event is for the whole family and is free to the public!
This event is sponsored by the Welles Park Advisory Council
The Chicago Park District is hiring! We currently have openings for Part-Time [year-round] Physical Instructor position. If you have a knowledge of sports, like working with kids, and are looking a possible career in recreation – this job would be perfect for you!
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Must be 18 or older
Check out the job listing and additional details and to apply https://bit.ly/NorthPhysicalInstructor2023
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