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Happ Road Park Playground Community Events
Winnetka, Illinois – The Winnetka Park District cordially invites all community members to participate in two upcoming feedback events regarding the renovation of the Happ Road Park. These events will provide an opportunity for residents to share their thoughts and preferences on the proposed redesign of this beloved community space. Happ Road Park Playground, last
Winnetka Park District Partners with Village and School District for Crow Island Stormwater Project
February 29, 2024; Winnetka, IL – The Winnetka Park District is preparing for its ongoing collaboration with the Village of Winnetka and School District 36 on the Crow Island Stormwater Storage and Conveyance Project. This initiative marks the third installment in the Village’s comprehensive Stormwater Improvements Program, aimed at bolstering effective and sustainable stormwater management
Commissioner Christina Codo Recognized with Distinctive Board Member Award by IAPD
February 8, 2024; Winnetka, IL – The Winnetka Park District is proud to announce that Christina Codo, the President of the Park Board, has been honored with the Distinctive Board Member Award by the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) in Chicago, January 27, 2024. “Congratulations on
Thank you for your leadership, John Peterson
On the January 18 Board Meeting, a Resolution was read honoring John Peterson’s many accomplishments during his tenure as Executive Director. During Peterson’s leadership, the Park District completed: Dwyer Park Master Plan & Development Hubbard Woods Master Plan & Development Winnetka Waterfront 2030 Lakefront Master Plan Tower Road Park, Bluff & Staircase Lloyd Beach Renovation
Sled Hill + Outdoor Ice Rink Updates
The Winnetka Park District’s sledding hill is closed due to the Village of Winnetka stormwater construction project and the Winnetka Park District’s golf course construction project. Interested down-hill racers will find the Park District’s traditional sledding area fenced off for safety and to preserve the ongoing work. Not to worry tobogganers! Please check out our
Program and Facility Update for Friday, January 12
Due to the predicted severe weather conditions and for the safety of our residents and employees, the following adjustments have been made to our programming for Friday, January 12: Figure Skating, hockey + Paddle Tennis are canceled. Winnetka ice Arena will be open for rentals and Freestyle Lessons. A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center will maintain regular