Elmhurst Park District

⭐Myth vs Fact⭐

Myth: There are already restrooms along the Prairie Path.

Fact: On the stretch of the Prairie Path that exists in Elmhurst, there are currently no permanent, heated restrooms on the path. If approved, the referendum will provide permanent restrooms in four locations (Wilder Park, Eldridge, Crestview, and along the Prairie Path). Find out more at https://www.epd.org/referendum.

So proud of our guards and aquatics staff for a 5 star audit!!

Special shout-out to Elmhurst Park District for their recent Five-Star audit! From visual observations to skills, this team shows their priority is maintaining a safe environment for their guests.

⭐Myth vs Fact⭐

Myth: Wagner Community Center was built to be a recreation center.

Fact: Wagner Community Center was built in the 1950s as an elementary school and is nearly 70 years old. It later became a junior college before the District purchased the building and adjacent properties in 2003. Learn more about the proposed future of Wagner Community Center at https://www.epd.org/referendum.

Slime time! We'll use fall scents like pumpkin pie and toasted marshmallow when making slime at the upcoming Slime of Your Life event on Monday, September 9, 5-6pm. Register at epd.org with code 8593.

✨Sponsor Spotlight!✨

Thank-you Kelly Stetler Real Estate for your continued support of Elmhurst Park District!

Rain or shine, the Wilder Park Formal Gardens are always blooming with beautiful sights!

Set up some fun this winter! Registration is open for our Adult Indoor Volleyball Leagues! League play begins November 6.

NEW this year - register as a team OR an individual. Staff will assist in putting individual registrants on a team with other free agents.) Register at https://www.epd.org/programs/adult-sports-leagues.

💦Dive in - it's the last weekend of the summer for East End Pool! Come spend Labor Day weekend with us! Hours:
📍 Saturday & Sunday: Noon-8pm
📍 Labor Day: Noon-6pm
(Pool Pass Holders have one hour early entry from posted time)

On Monday, September 2, The Hub will be open Noon-4pm and Courts Plus will be open 7am-1pm. Sugar Creek Golf Course is open dawn until dusk and Wilder Park Conservatory is open 8am-6pm. All other Park District facilities are closed.

🦕 Go on a dinosaur LEGO adventure! At our upcoming Bricks 4 Kidz Dino Brick Land program, kids ages 6-9 will learn about dinosaurs while using gears, axles, motors and other LEGO components. Class meets Tuesdays, September 10-October 1, 5-6pm.

Register at epd.org with code 8824.

to Storytime and the beginning of last year's Sunbeams & Rainbows Preschool year. We're excited to welcome another group of little ones to preschool next week!

If approved, the new Wagner Community Center would continue to have space for preschool, with dedicated early childhood and preschool spaces with secure entrance. Learn more at https://www.epd.org/referendum.

⭐Myth vs Fact⭐

Myth: Didn't the Park District go to referendum in 2019 as part of Vision 2020?

The Park District last went to referendum in 1971. In 2019, the Park District explored the possibility of going to referendum through a voter survey, but chose not to go forward with a referendum at that time.

🏀🏀 Bring your game to the Men's 5-on-5 Basketball League! Registration is now open. League play begins November 6. Interested in playing in a league but don't have a team? Put your name on our Free Agent List!

Register or join the Free Agent List at https://www.epd.org/programs/adult-sports-leagues.

Tonight is the night! Stop by Phase Three Brewing to learn more about the Elmhurst Parks Foundation! Enjoy drinks and appetizers and network with local community members. 

Elmhurst Parks Foundation Introduction

⭐Myth vs Fact⭐

Myth: The Park District is part of the City.

Fact: Elmhurst Park District was established in 1920 as a separate governing body in Elmhurst to meet leisure and recreation needs of the community. A seven-member, community-elected, non-partisan Board of Commissioners serves as the governing board. Elmhurst Park District receives a nickel from every dollar of property taxes and operates and maintains 30 parks, 19 facilities and 458 acres of open land.

Congratulations to Erin Lee from the Recreation Department - a Park District Values Champion!

The Park District’s Values Recognition Program recognizes staff who live the District's Values. Throughout the year, staff can acknowledge their co-workers by submitting Values Cards. Those who earn Values Cards are eligible to be randomly selected for the Values Champions award.

Erin was recognized as a Values Champion for always helping out and for her positive attitude. Thank-you Erin for living the Park District’s Values!

A NEW cooking program for ages 5-14 just opened for registration! At iCook you'll make delicious desserts and learn proper kitchen techniques. Class meets Thursdays, September 26-November 7, 5-6pm.

Register at epd.org with code 9994!

🚧 A sealcoating project at Salt Creek Greenway Trail is currently underway from Eldridge Park to Madison Avenue. Detour signs are up along the trail. Due to the high heat today effecting the scheduled work, this closure will remain in effect until Wednesday afternoon.

Ready to take your steps to the next level? Lace up your sneakers and join the Take a Hike Challenge! Explore our beautiful parks and trails while racking up those steps. Who knew getting fit could be this fun? Let’s see how many miles we can log together. Ready, set, *step* it up, Elmhurst!

View our trail guide here: https://tinyurl.com/9drkkbrn

Take A Hike! Challenge - The Conservation Foundation Join The Conservation Foundation and Endeavor Health Take a Hike! Challenge to rediscover the health benefits of being active outdoors.

In a fitting way to celebrate National Dog Day, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners gathered at Canine Corner tonight for a groundbreaking of the first dog park in Elmhurst.

Dog Park construction underway as Park District holds celebratory groundbreaking | Elmhurst Park District In a fitting way to celebrate National Dog Day, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners gathered at Canine Corner on Monday, August 26 for a groundbreaking of the first dog park in Elmhurst. Following delays this spring due to permitting, the Park District is pleased that construction is now underw...

Surprise your loved ones and friends with personalized cards! Join our card making class and get crafty with stamps and more! Coming up Wednesday, September 18, 10am-Noon. Register at epd.org with code 8376.

Referendum FAQs - What portion of my tax bill supports the Park District and how are the funds used?

With a nickel from every dollar of property taxes, the Elmhurst Park District operates and maintains 30 parks, 19 facilities and 458 acres of open land. This is one of the lowest rates compared to other DuPage County park districts, including Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Carol Stream, and Lombard. Learn more at https://www.epd.org/referendum.

Referendum FAQs - When was the last time the Park District went to referendum?

Fifty-three years. More than half a century has gone by since the Elmhurst Park District went to referendum. In 1971, voters approved a $3.9 million bond referendum for land acquisition and development. The majority of the Park District’s present land was purchased during this time, along with new park development. Learn more at https://www.epd.org/referendum.

Make way for play! Our Pioneer Park Ribbon Cutting is on Sunday, September 15 at 2 pm.

Stop by and be one of the first to try out this new Elmhurst playground!

✨Sponsor Spotlight!✨

Thank-you The Schiller Team for your continued support of Elmhurst Park District!

🚚🚚Honk honk! Make way for Touch-a-Truck! Gear up to climb and explore a fleet of trucks and vehicles on Saturday, September 7, 9am-Noon in Berens Park. For all those who love trucks, but not the noise, join us during quiet hour, 9-10am which will be horn, flashing lights and siren free.

Thank you to our sponsors Alpine Creek Dental, The Schiller Team and The Katris Law Group.

Referendum FAQs - What will happen if a referendum isn’t approved?

We continue operating at our current level with extensive wait lists and limited indoor programming space. In 2022 alone, 5,600 people were left on wait lists. The District would need to continue to invest money into a nearly 70-year-old facility that has space constraints, significant aging, and building deficiencies. It will also limit our ability to pay for and address other park and facility needs and priorities identified in the Elevate Elmhurst Parks Plan. Learn more at https://www.epd.org/referendum.

☀ 📣 JOB SPOTLIGHT - We have a new FULL-TIME opportunity available as a Parks Specialist (Athletics). Perform athletic field maintenance, including field layout, striping, grooming, renovations, inspections, and turf repairs. Apply today at https://www.epd.org/jobs.

📅Mark your calendars - Preschool Open Gym is back September 10. This fall we'll be offering open gym two days a week, Tuesdays and Fridays!

🤸Also new this year - purchase your punch pass ONLINE so you're ready to play when you get to the gym. Purchase passes here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/elmhurstparks/membership/search?onlineSiteId=0&keyword=preschool

☀ 📣 JOB SPOTLIGHT - Flexible hours and the opportunity to enrich a child's day! Join our team as a part-time Early Childhood Instructor and assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing various recreation and instructional programs for our wonderful participants. Apply today at https://www.epd.org/jobs.