Calendar of Events
Memorial Day Parade
5/27/2013
10:00 am
Honor Those Who Have Served!
Korean War Veteran Denis J. Healy Honored Speaker At Winnetka Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Join in Winnetka’s 86th annual Memorial Day celebration! The parade kicks off at 10:00 am on Monday, May 27 from the corner of Glendale and Elm Streets and heads east to the Village Green. A ceremony immediately follows on the Village Green. In case of inclement weather an indoor ceremony will be held at Skokie School, 520 Glendale Avenue, at 10:00 a.m. This year’s guest speaker is Korean War Veteran Denis J. Healy.
As a visionary business and civic leader, Denis J. Healy, Chairman, Korean War National Museum clearly demonstrates the profound impact an individual can have on the community. His business acumen, civic leadership, and philanthropic spirit have earned him the respect of his peers in a city that has long been enriched by his commitment.
Holder of eight U.S. patents, Denis Healy earned a B.S. in Chemistry from the City College of New York (CCNY) and worked in Research and Development of Colgate Palmolive and the Mennen Company, as well as the Barr Company, before joining Turtle Wax, Inc. in 1971.
While attending CCNY, Mr. Healy entered the US Army where he proudly served in the Korean War as an infantryman attached to the 728th Military Police Battalion in Seoul, Korea. He is currently serving as Chairman of the Korean War National Museum Board of Directors, with plans to relocate the center from Springfield to New York. It is Mr. Healy’s vision to include the South Korean people in the planning and development and dedicate a part of the facility to the history and culture of Korea.
Denis, along with his wife, Sondra are Co-Chairmen of Turtle Wax Inc., a Chicago-based car-care company. Turtle Wax is the world’s largest manufacturer of car-care products. The Chicago-based company controls over 60 percent of the U.S. car wax market and sells its products in Europe, the Pacific Basin, and Central and South America. It also markets chemicals for commercial car washes, owns and operates the largest chain of full-service car washes in the Chicago market, and manufactures shoe polishes and household cleaners. On many occasions Mr. Healy has offered free washes to the men and women serving in the Armed Forces and veterans.
Denis has always managed to provide leadership and generous support to many civic and community organizations. Despite the demanding schedule of his corporate and family commitments, he continues to pledge significant time and support to Chicago Symphony Association, Catholic Charities and Junior Achievement of Chicago. Mr. Healy is on the board of the USO of Illinois, and has served as Chairman of the Board. Denis’ vision helped locate the USO to Navy Pier where thousands of service men and women visit as their home-away-from-home while in Chicago.
As a devoted civic leader and philanthropist, he has demonstrated unwavering commitment to education through his involvement as a trustee of Northwestern University, The University of St. Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary, DePaul University, Midtown Education Foundation and After School Matters. Mr. Healy is the Vice President of the 100 Club of Chicago, supporting the families of fallen Police Officers, Law Enforcement Officers and Firefights of Cook County. He served for many years on Mercy Hospital and Evanston Northwestern Hospital boards. Denis also Chaired “Options for People,” a non-profit dedicated to bringing the long-term unemployed to the workforce.
As committed as Denis is to the community, he is equally committed to his family. He and Sondra have recently celebrated their 41st anniversary and have three children and eleven grandchildren.
If you are interested in volunteering as a parade marshal, please contact Toby Ross at 847-501-2040.
Summer USTA Tennis Tournament
5/31/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
Summer Slam I
Adult NTRP - BG18,16sd - Level 7, BG10-8 Orange/Red Ball - 850039813
Upcoming Tournament
06/12/2013
North Shore Championships
Adult NTRP, BG10 - LEVEL 6, BG16,14sd - Level 7 & BG8 Red Ball - 850040013
For more information contact the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center at 847-501-2065.
Park-A-Day Challenge
6/10/2013
June 10-16 & August 19-25 • 9 am-12 pm & 3-5 pm
The Winnetka Park District in partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Northfield, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette Park Districts, the Kohl Children’s Museum, and our local libraries, invite you to take the “First Days of Summer” and “Last Days of Summer” Park-A-Day Challenge. Each day throughout the week we will feature a “playday” in a different park. You’ll also find a box of “loose parts” to spark children’s creativity as they play along with other surprises. This is a wonderful way for families to come together to play, to discover new play spaces, and to promote the importance of children’s unstructured play.
Please Note: No adult supervision is provided at the parks. This is not a drop off program. Parents are responsible for their own children at each park.
Monday, June 10 • Hubbard Woods Park
Friday, June 14 • Dwyer Park
Saturday, June 15 • Indian Hill Park
Monday, August 19 • Village Green
Friday, August 23 • Crow Island Park
Sunday, August 25 • Elder Lane Park
For complete information and additional park sites outside of Winnetka please visit www.TheAllianceForEC.org.
Wednesdays In The Woods
6/12/2013
Spoken Four
7-8:30 pm at Hubbard Woods
Spoken Four brings together four of the best musicians in Chicago.
Spoken Four combines top-notch, experienced performers in a band with pop club sensibilities. No reading out of books, no faking it. A completely modern band with the depth and talent to cover any style and era. No matter what the venue Spoken Four delivers a fun, high energy show.
Come out early to picnic, visit with open merchants or enjoy the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Farmer's Market.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Summer USTA Tennis Tournament
6/12/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
North Shore Championships
Adult NTRP, BG10 - LEVEL 6, BG16,14sd - Level 7 & BG8 Red Ball - 850040013
For more information contact the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center at 847-501-2065.
Park-A-Day Challenge
6/14/2013
June 10-16 & August 19-25 • 9 am-12 pm & 3-5 pm
The Winnetka Park District in partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Northfield, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette Park Districts, the Kohl Children’s Museum, and our local libraries, invite you to take the “First Days of Summer” and “Last Days of Summer” Park-A-Day Challenge. Each day throughout the week we will feature a “playday” in a different park. You’ll also find a box of “loose parts” to spark children’s creativity as they play along with other surprises. This is a wonderful way for families to come together to play, to discover new play spaces, and to promote the importance of children’s unstructured play.
Please Note: No adult supervision is provided at the parks. This is not a drop off program. Parents are responsible for their own children at each park.
Friday, June 14 • Dwyer Park
Saturday, June 15 • Indian Hill Park
Monday, August 19 • Village Green
Friday, August 23 • Crow Island Park
Sunday, August 25 • Elder Lane Park
For complete information and additional park sites outside of Winnetka please visit www.TheAllianceForEC.org.
Park-A-Day Challenge
6/15/2013
9 am-12 pm & 3-5 pm
The Winnetka Park District in partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Northfield, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette Park Districts, the Kohl Children’s Museum, and our local libraries, invite you to take the “First Days of Summer” and “Last Days of Summer” Park-A-Day Challenge. Each day throughout the week we will feature a “playday” in a different park. You’ll also find a box of “loose parts” to spark children’s creativity as they play along with other surprises. This is a wonderful way for families to come together to play, to discover new play spaces, and to promote the importance of children’s unstructured play.
Please Note: No adult supervision is provided at the parks. This is not a drop off program. Parents are responsible for their own children at each park.
Saturday, June 15 • Indian Hill Park
Monday, August 19 • Village Green
Friday, August 23 • Crow Island Park
Sunday, August 25 • Elder Lane Park
For complete information and additional park sites outside of Winnetka please visit www.TheAllianceForEC.org.
Winnetka Par 3 Junior Tournament Series - "The Majors"
6/15/2013
The Winnetka Golf Club is offering an entry level tournament series for juniors.
The goal is for players to experience a fun, low pressure competitive atmosphere.
Players are eligible to sign up for a single event or the entire series. All tournaments are one day stroke play events with flights by age.
Tournament Dates
• Saturday, June 15
(Winnetka Par 3 Jr. Open)
• Saturday, July 20
(Par 3 Players Championship)
• Saturday, August 17
(Skokie Playfield Championship)
Participants will receive a tee gift. Awards will be given to the winners of each flight. Participants will be flighted based on age.
Registration forms are available at the front desk in the golf shop. For more information contact the Winnetka Golf Club at 847-501-2050 ext. 0.
Ages: 8-13 years
(boys & girls)
Tee Times: 8:00-11:00 am
Fee: $30 per player
Take Dad to the Beach Ballpark Brunch
6/16/2013
9 am-12 pm
FREE Event For Family Beach Passholders
Hey, kids come dressed in your favorite baseball team’s apparel and bring Dad, Grandpa, and the entire family down to Tower Road Beach on Father’s Day. Tower Road Beach will be transformed into a baseball stadium. Enjoy some peanuts, Cracker Jacks, eggs, and flapjacks, with the scenic lake front as the backdrop. In addition to a baseball filled breakfast, there will be themed activities. It’s a great way to spend the morning with Dad on his special day. Advanced registration is required. Registration deadline is June 14.
Special thanks to our community partners, Scott Mullenbach - Raymond James and Stormy’s Tavern & Grille.
Activity #
231954-F
(FREE for Family Beach Passholders)
231954-G
($5 for Resident Families)
231954-H
($10 for Non-Resident Families)
Online Registration
Wednesdays In The Woods
6/19/2013
The Dave Shelton Band
7-8:30 pnm at Hubbard Woods Park
Dave and his trio have performed all around Chicago. Now with Rob Albertson crooning in, they’re more than a trio -- they’re a band. And a cocktail order waiting to happen. A throwback to the highball era, they play the great American songbook of jazz classics from Ellington and Arlen to Gershwin and Berlin – and all the other names that go well with Jack, Johnnie, and any Glen on ice.
Come out early to picnic, visit with open merchants or enjoy the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Farmer's Market.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Camping For Families
6/22/2013
4 pm - 9 am
at Crow Island Woods
The Winnetka Park District, BackYard Nature Center, Alliance for Early Childhood, and Winnetka Historical Society have all come together to create a program geared towards families spending time together with nature. Camping can be a fun and rewarding activity for families to bond and create life-long memories. So gather your family and head over to Crow Island Woods for one of the Park District’s most remarkable program opportunities!
Whether you’ve camped a few times and just want a simple camping experience without the long drive or you’ve never even looked inside a tent, this program caters to everyone. Families will have the freedom to explore and learn about all different aspects of camping such as the basics of camp preparedness, equipment, clothing, and cooking to more specific camping experiences like backpacking or kayaking. Unique learning opportunities like a custom tour of the Log House as well as a multitude of other various diversions will keep children happy all day. There are no obligations to attend any demonstrations or activities and families are strongly encouraged to carve out time to simply be together; play cards, go on your own miniature hike, or wherever else your imaginations might take you. There will also be plenty of handouts and informative packets available to take home.
Dinner will be provided and cooked in foil pouches over the campfire. For the less adventurous types, we will also have other dinner options like burgers and hot dogs.
With the night sky overhead, your tent prepared, and your stomachs fed, cap your night listening to the wondrous sounds of nature as you drift off to dreamland. The following morning you will be awoken by the phenomenal joy of sunrise. Grab a quick bite from our continental breakfast while you pack up your gear and head home.
Registration deadline is Friday, May 24!
Activity #: 231567-C
Ages: All ages - Families (event best suited for children 4 years and older)
Date: Saturday, June 22-Sunday, June 23
Time: 4:00 pm-9:00 am
Fee: $25 for adults / $15 for children
Online Registration
Wednesdays In The Woods
6/26/2013
Midwest Dueling Pianos
7-8:30 pm at Hubbard Woods Park
Midwest Dueling Pianos has quickly become one of the most sought after Dueling Piano production companies in the country. You have probably seen the widely popular Dueling Pianos concept performed while on vacation or a night out in the city. Our interactive musical comedy experience will have you singing, shouting, dancing and laughing. Our young, energetic and exciting entertainers perform a all request driven show with music ranging from the songs of today, to as far back as your memory can take them.
Come out early to picnic, visit with open merchants or enjoy the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Farmer's Market.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Winnetka Total Fitness Challenge
6/29/2013
7 am start time at Tower Road Beach (race finishes at Centennial Park)
(Top parking lot will be open for parking at Tower Road Beach. Bottom lot will be closed for parking; additional parking will be available at Lloyd Beach)
Are you someone who takes an easy jog down Sheridan Road every morning? Doesn’t a nice easy jog in the morning get boring over time? Don’t you wish there was a way to make your jog a little more challenging and test your physical ability? The Winnetka Total Fitness Challenge does just that! The route is just over 3 miles long and will be a chipped time event.
Runners will experience:
- Running up hills
- Climbing over walls
- Crawling through trenches
- Running in Lake Michigan
- Running in and out of tires
- Running up stairs
- Army crawling through a park
- Running through sand pits
- Leaping over hurdles
- And more!
At the conclusion there will be a celebration at Centennial Park.
Thank you to our community partners Athletico, Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, Whole Foods and Winnetka Talk.
Fee: $50 res. / $75 nr
Packet Pick Up: June 26 or June 27 (5:00-7:00 pm) at Winnetka Park District, 540 Hibbard Road
Online Registration
Family Fit Run
6/29/2013
9 am approximate start time at Tower Road Beach (race finishes at Centennial Park)
(Top parking lot will be open for parking at Tower Road Beach. Bottom lot will be closed for parking; additional parking will be available at Lloyd Beach)
Fifteen minutes after the last runner of the WTFC crosses the starting line, the Family Fit Run will take place. The Family Fit Run is not a timed event. All participants will start at the same time. At the end of the run children will be able to jump through an inflatable obstacle course! At the conclusion there will be a celebration at Centennial Park.
Activity #: 231955-M
Fee: $25 res. / $40 nr
Online Registration
Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
7/1/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
(530 Hiibbard Road)
Visit www.nielsenprotennis.com for more Information!
Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
7/2/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
(530 Hiibbard Road)
Visit www.nielsenprotennis.com for more Information!
Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
7/3/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
(530 Hiibbard Road)
Visit www.nielsenprotennis.com for more Information!
Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
7/4/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
(530 Hiibbard Road)
Visit www.nielsenprotennis.com for more Information!
Fourth of July Celebration
7/4/2013
Fourth of July Parade • 10 am
Watch and support local organizations and your fellow neighbors as they march in Winnetka’s Annual Fourth of July Parade along with the Jesse White Tumblers, National Champion Jazz Steppers, Orchestras, Pipe Bands, Dixieland Bands, Uncle Sam on stilts and so much more!
The parade steps off from the intersection of Elm Street and Glendale Avenue and heads east through town all the way to the Village Green. Family, friends and anyone in between are welcome to be a part of this patriotic event.
Special thanks to community partners Edwards Florist, John Q. Cook, MD and Winnetka Talk.
Parade Participation
Our annual July 4th parade is always a wonderful event that brings us all together as friends, neighbors and citizens. We like to involve as many people as possible in our parade, because it’s always fun to see our citizenry getting into the spirit and doing something out of the ordinary. And let’s face it, the more entries there are, the more festive the parade!
So please participate! You don’t need talent (although it’s a plus if you have some), just enthusiasm. Entries may be as simple or sophisticated as you wish. You could decorate a bike, wagon or lawn tractor; build a stunning float; dress in costume; play an instrument; march with the Girl Scouts... Be inspired!
If you can’t resist this chance to show your patriotic spirit, please complete and return an entry form by June 23. You may also call us (847) 501-2040 to ask how you can become a part of this marvelous tradition.
The parade entry form is available at the Winnetka Park District Administrative Office, 540 Hibbard Road or online at www.winpark.org.
Events on the Green • 11 am
After the parade, join us at the Village Green for the traditional flag-raising ceremony, children’s flag parade and family races . . . let the bragging rights begin.
Fourthfest • 6 pm
Come celebrate our nation’s birthday at the Winnetka Park District’s annual Fourthfest at Duke Childs Field. Bring dinner or purchase food while you enjoy music, food and children’s activities prior to the most spectacular FIREWORKS on the North Shore. A multitude of attractions and entertainment will be there including face-painters, balloonists, moon walks, a giant slide and so much more.
Special thanks to community partner BMO Harris Bank.
Children’s Activities: 6:00-8:00 pm
Band - Chicago Catz: 7:00- 9:00 pm
Jessie White Tumblers: 8:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:15 pm
Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
7/5/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
(530 Hiibbard Road)
Visit www.nielsenprotennis.com for more Information!
Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
7/6/2013
at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center
(530 Hiibbard Road)
Visit www.nielsenprotennis.com for more Information!
Wednesdays In The Woods
7/10/2013
Crow Island
7-8:30 pm at Hubbard Woods Park
Crow Island’s name came from the fact that the band met over two years ago, on Cherry Street in Andy Ratts’ ‘lower level’ to jam on Sunday evenings. The chemistry was uncanny, the music sounded good from the start, and they began pursuing putting together music that they liked, and that sounds great. After band members did some research on the area, they discovered that the actual land mass, Crow Island, was only a few hundred yards away from their actual meeting ‘jam” location. Visit their website at www.crowislandmusic.net. Band members are: Dan Bulfin, Jan Hartwell, Bob Cody, Michael Graham, Andy Rats and Jim and Jessica Hurter.
Come out early to picnic, visit with open merchants or enjoy the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Farmer's Market.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Wednesdays In The Woods
7/17/2013
7th Heaven
7-8:30 pm at Hubbard Woods Park
Life long friends committed to leaving it all out on the stage, NTD Records recording artists 7th Heaven boasts these and other incredible accomplishments. The band has set attendance records at major night clubs across the tri-state region. Record sales nearing 30,000 units sold and digital offerings are available on iTUNES, Amazon, and such.
This is the premier Chicago festival act according to prominent talent buyers in Illinois. The critically acclaimed website “Barstar” refers to 7th Heaven as one of the 3 best bands in Chicago. (They couldn’t or wouldn’t pick just one.) 30 songs in 30 minutes. Believe it can’t be done? WATCH! Dead on renditions of Def Lepard, The Beatles, Bon Jovi, Journey and even U2 are delivered at a frenetic pace driving audiences to literally be dancing in the street.
Come out early to picnic, visit with open merchants or enjoy the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Farmer's Market.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Winnetka Par 3 Junior Tournament Series - "The Majors"
7/20/2013
The Winnetka Golf Club is offering an entry level tournament series for juniors.
The goal is for players to experience a fun, low pressure competitive atmosphere.
Players are eligible to sign up for a single event or the entire series. All tournaments are one day stroke play events with flights by age.
Tournament Dates
• Saturday, July 20
(Par 3 Players Championship)
• Saturday, August 17
(Skokie Playfield Championship)
Participants will receive a tee gift. Awards will be given to the winners of each flight. Participants will be flighted based on age.
Registration forms are available at the front desk in the golf shop. For more information contact the Winnetka Golf Club at 847-501-2050 ext. 0.
Ages: 8-13 years
(boys & girls)
Tee Times: 8:00-11:00 am
Fee: $30 per player
Let Loose On Lincoln Block Party
7/20/2013
Evening on Lincoln
(between Elm & Oak)
Book Your Sitter NOW!
Music, Food & Beer/Wine Garden
Scheduled bands, , , GPS, Crow Island, Dick Holliday
Wednesdays In The Woods
7/24/2013
Crazy Talk
7-8:30 pm at Hubbard Woods Park
Crazy Talk is an exciting “New’ Country band playing the current country hits plus remakes of classic country standards and has that “NOW” sound. With five vocalists their rich harmonies are complimented by outstanding musicianship and their live performances are a pleasurable experience.
Come out early to picnic, visit with open merchants or enjoy the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Farmer's Market.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Movie in the Park - "Wreck It Ralph"
7/26/2013
at Hubbard Woods Park at Dusk
A video game villain wants to be a hero and sets out to fulfill his dream, but his quest brings havoc to the whole arcade where he lives.
Community Partner: BMO Harris Bank
Water Carnival
7/27/2013
10 am-12 pm
FREE Family Event!
Winter has come early to Tower Road Beach. Come on down to participate in our many winter theme games that is sure to make you feel cool, no matter the temperature.
Pirates Family Camp Out
8/3/2013
7 pm at Tower Road Beach
Families are invited to join the Winnetka Park District for a great way to spend the first Saturday of August. Beginning at 7 pm families can start setting up their camp site. Grills will be available for families to prepare hotdogs, hamburgers, brats, etc.
Thanks to our partnership with BMO Harris Bank, at dusk we will show Pirates of the Caribbean 2 Dead Man’s Chest. During the movie a bonfire will be supervised by Lakefront Staff and children will be able to roast marshmallows and make s’mores. In the morning a continental breakfast will be provided for all participants.
This is a family only event. Families with tents will be the only ones allowed to spend the night at Tower Road Beach. For more information, please contact John Shea at 847-501-2072.
Advanced registration is required by August 1.
Special thanks to our community partner, LL Bean.
Activity #
231956-N (FREE for Family Beach Passholders)
231956-O ($5 for Resident Families)
231956-P ($10 for Non-Resident Families)
Online Registration
Winnetka Par 3 Junior Tournament Series - "The Majors"
8/17/2013
The Winnetka Golf Club is offering an entry level tournament series for juniors.
The goal is for players to experience a fun, low pressure competitive atmosphere.
Players are eligible to sign up for a single event or the entire series. All tournaments are one day stroke play events with flights by age.
Tournament Date
• Saturday, August 17
(Skokie Playfield Championship)
Participants will receive a tee gift. Awards will be given to the winners of each flight. Participants will be flighted based on age.
Registration forms are available at the front desk in the golf shop. For more information contact the Winnetka Golf Club at 847-501-2050 ext. 0.
Ages: 8-13 years
(boys & girls)
Tee Times: 8:00-11:00 am
Fee: $30 per player
Park-A-Day Challenge
8/19/2013
9 am-12 pm & 3-5 pm
The Winnetka Park District in partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Northfield, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette Park Districts, the Kohl Children’s Museum, and our local libraries, invite you to take the “First Days of Summer” and “Last Days of Summer” Park-A-Day Challenge. Each day throughout the week we will feature a “playday” in a different park. You’ll also find a box of “loose parts” to spark children’s creativity as they play along with other surprises. This is a wonderful way for families to come together to play, to discover new play spaces, and to promote the importance of children’s unstructured play.
Please Note: No adult supervision is provided at the parks. This is not a drop off program. Parents are responsible for their own children at each park.
Monday, August 19 • Village Green
Friday, August 23 • Crow Island Park
Sunday, August 25 • Elder Lane Park
For complete information and additional park sites outside of Winnetka please visit www.TheAllianceForEC.org.
Park-A-Day Challenge
8/23/2013
9 am-12 pm & 3-5 pm
The Winnetka Park District in partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Northfield, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette Park Districts, the Kohl Children’s Museum, and our local libraries, invite you to take the “First Days of Summer” and “Last Days of Summer” Park-A-Day Challenge. Each day throughout the week we will feature a “playday” in a different park. You’ll also find a box of “loose parts” to spark children’s creativity as they play along with other surprises. This is a wonderful way for families to come together to play, to discover new play spaces, and to promote the importance of children’s unstructured play.
Please Note: No adult supervision is provided at the parks. This is not a drop off program. Parents are responsible for their own children at each park.
Friday, August 23 • Crow Island Park
Sunday, August 25 • Elder Lane Park
For complete information and additional park sites outside of Winnetka please visit www.TheAllianceForEC.org.
Park-A-Day Challenge
8/25/2013
9 am-12 pm & 3-5 pm
The Winnetka Park District in partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Northfield, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette Park Districts, the Kohl Children’s Museum, and our local libraries, invite you to take the “First Days of Summer” and “Last Days of Summer” Park-A-Day Challenge. Each day throughout the week we will feature a “playday” in a different park. You’ll also find a box of “loose parts” to spark children’s creativity as they play along with other surprises. This is a wonderful way for families to come together to play, to discover new play spaces, and to promote the importance of children’s unstructured play.
Please Note: No adult supervision is provided at the parks. This is not a drop off program. Parents are responsible for their own children at each park.
Sunday, August 25 • Elder Lane Park
For complete information and additional park sites outside of Winnetka please visit www.TheAllianceForEC.org.
Teen B2SB^2 (Back To School Beach Bash)
9/6/2013
6-8 pm
FREE Teen Event at Tower Road Beach
Teens in Middle School (5th-8th Grade) come on down to Tower Road Beach on September 6 to unwind.
There will be a live DJ taking requests, food, games and activities, including dunk tanks.
This event will be supervised by Winnetka Park District Staff.
Farewell to Summer Luau
9/7/2013
4 - 7 pm
Family Event at Tower Road Beach
Do not pack up the swim suits just yet! Tower Road Beach will re-open for one more day for families to get together and say goodbye to summer, Luau style. Lifeguards will come back to guard the water from 4 - 6 pm and food will be served thoughout the event. During the swimming, Dave Rudolph will be performing Silly Songs, for Silly Kids and their Parents. From 6 - 7 pm there will be a live luau dance and fire show.
Advanced registration is rquired by September 2 at 5 pm.
Activity #: 231957-L
Fee: $10 for adults / $5 for children (4-17)
Online Registration