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Thanksgiving Hours
Before heading out Thanksgiving week, please be aware of our Thanksgiving Hours: Thursday, November 27: Administrative Center: Closed for the holiday A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center: Closed for the holiday Winnetka Ice Arena: Open from 8am-3pm. Turkey Day Skate: 10:30am-1pm Friday, November 28: Administrative Center: Closed A.C. Nielsen: Open – regular hours. ...
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Food Drive Benefitting New Trier Township
We are proud to partner with the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, New Trier Township and the Village of Winnetka in a coordinated effort to address food insecurity within our community. Even in a community as resourceful as ours, many neighbors struggle to meet basic needs. Your support helps ensure that all ...
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Outdoor Tennis Court Update
A.C. Nielsen’s Outdoor Courts Project is moving forward with the asphalt complete, fencing nearly finished, stone laid, and new LED lighting is currently being installed. The winter months will bring a short pause, but we’ll be kicking things back into gear for a June completion and ready for outdoor tennis!
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Special Board Meeting Cancelation
Please note – the Special Board Meeting scheduled for December 4, 2025 has been cancelled. Our next meeting will be the Regular Meeting on December 18, 2025. Thank you!
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Golf Advisory Board
On November 20, 2025, the Park Board appointed Arthur “Mickey” Archambault, Troy Finnigan, and Jon Kunkle to the Golf Services Advisory Board. The Golf Services Advisory Board will work to review and advise on golf trends, customer experience, and services offered at the Winnetka Golf Club. We are thrilled to ...
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Christmas Tree Sales at A.C. Nielsen
This is a reminder that a portion of the A.C. Nielsen parking lot will be blocked for Holiday Tree Sales beginning this weekend. Christmas Tree Set-Up: Saturday, November 22. Christmas Tree Sales: Friday, November 28. Please give yourself extra time when coming to the facility and exercise additional caution when ...
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Tower Road Beach Driveway Closure
Due to planned construction work at the power plant, the driveway down to Tower Road beach will be closed all day Wednesday, November 19. Access to the parking lot at the top of the bluff will remain open and accessible throughout the day. Park goers are encouraged to use the ...
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Skokie Playfield Synthetic Turf Replacement Project
The Winnetka Park District is moving forward with the replacement of the synthetic turf field at Skokie Playfield. Originally installed in 2013, the current field has provided more than a decade of play and enjoyment for athletes, families, and community members. This replacement project will ensure the continued safety, performance, ...
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Comprehensive Master Plan is Approved by Winnetka Park District Board
The Winnetka Park District Board of Commissioners officially approved the Winnetka Comprehensive Master Plan at the Regular Board Meeting on October 23, 2025, marking a major milestone in the Park District’s long-term planning initiative, Plan! Winnetka Parks. Winnetka Park District’s Comprehensive Master Plan is the district’s forward-looking vision for the ...
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Centennial Special Use Permit Temporary Dog Fencing
The Winnetka Park District has submitted a Special Use Permit (SUP) through the Village of Winnetka for temporary fencing improvements at Centennial Park and Beach, including the Dog Beach area. The SUP process ensures that proposed site enhancements align with Village zoning requirements and community standards while protecting environmental, shoreline, ...
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