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Free Skin Cancer Screenings
Visit Lakefront Park on August 13 or 14 for a free skin cancer screening at the Destination Skin Care truck.
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Green Bay Trail Update
Village to improve trail crossing at Hazel Avenue starting August 8.
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Designs for Lakefront Park Renovation Approved
At the July 19, 2022 Park Board meeting, Commissioners approved design options for the Lakefront Park Racquet Courts and Playground renovation.
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Rotary Fun Run Results
Here are the results from the July 4 Rotary Fun Run. Thank you to all that participated and joined the race!
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Programs/Facilities Open July 6
All Glencoe Park District programs and facilities will resume on Wednesday, July 6 at normally scheduled times.
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Parade Canceled; Beach Closed
Due to recent events, Village of Glencoe Parade is canceled.
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Time To Process
To allow our community and staff time to process this tragic event, all Glencoe Park District facilities will be closed, and all programs cancelled for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 5.
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Glencoe's Independence Day Celebration
Now TWO days of fun! Fireworks, music and fun on July 3, plus Rotary Fun Run, Family Games, Village Parade and Beach Party on July 4.
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Court Closures for Cleaning
The tennis courts at Central, Shelton, Watts, West and Lakefront Park, along with the basketball courts at Kalk, will be closed for cleaning.
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New Pier Coming Soon
The Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners has approved repairs to the pier at Glencoe Beach. The pier will be closed until Memorial Day weekend while work takes place.
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Updated COVID-19 Guidance
The Illinois Department of Public Health updated COVID-19 guidelines on March 24.
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Early Childhood Programs now Mask Recommended Environment
Last night, our Board of Park Commissioners decided that our Early Childhood wing will continue to follow the DCFS, CDC, and IDPH guidance. This means that as of today, March 2, 2022, our wing is a mask-recommended environment.
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Spring/Summer Digital Guide Now Available
We're offering a fresh slate of activities and fun this spring! Registration for spring/summer programs and beach passes starts at 7 AM on Thursday, March 10 for Glencoe residents. Non-resident registration starts Monday, March 14 at 9 AM.
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Mask Recommended
Face Masks/Vaccine Cards will no longer be required for most activities (excluding Early Childhood programs)
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Watts Season Extended
Due to cold temperatures, the Watts rinks will stay open until March 6.
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Lakefront Park Community Meeting Recap
Watch the Lakefront Park Community meeting and share your feedback in the link.
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Community Meeting for Lakefront Park
The Board would like to invite the community to share ideas about the park at the Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Community Meeting on the Lakefront Park Courts and Playground held at the Takiff Center at 7 p.m.
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Watts Building to Re-Open
Inside open to public beginning Thursday, February 10
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Weather Closure Notifications
In the event of inclement weather, we will make a closure decision by 7 AM for morning programs.
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Quarantine & Isolation Guidelines
Our programs and facilities will continue to follow the CDC guidelines.
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Face Coverings Required
Face coverings are required all all indoor Glencoe Park District facilities. Proof of vaccination must be shown by participants over age 18.
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Vaccine Mandate Update
December 31 Guidance from Cook County
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Vaccination & Mask Requirements
Effective January 3, 2022
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Property Discussion
The Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners is considering selling a parcel of inaccessible land near Green Bay Road.
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COVID-19 Update
Cook County has updated their guidelines.
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Updated Plans for Watts
Architects from Wight shared updated designs for the upcoming Watts Recreational Center remodel at the Board of Commissioner's December 7 meeting.
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Prescribed Burn at Glencoe Parks
The controlled burn will be done on November 23.
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Be Part of the Lakefront Park Design
Seeking Community Feedback
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Be Part of the Lakefront Park Design Process
The Glencoe Park District is making plans to renovate the tennis courts at Lakefront Park and would like your feedback!
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The Great Mud Run Results
We have the results!
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Carol Spain Sworn in as Park Commissioner
At the September 20 Board of Commissioners meeting, Carol Spain was appointed as the District's newest Commissioner.
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Youth Program Changes
Together with District 35, we’ve made the difficult decision to delay the start of certain after-school programming by one week.
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West Park Design Concept
On August 3, the Glencoe Park District hosted a Community Input Meeting to share initial design concepts for West Park (adjacent to West School at Forestway and Dundee roads).
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Masks Recommended
Masks are no longer required outdoors.
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Community Input for West Park Renovations
The Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners approved developing a plan for renovations to West Park.
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Board of Commissioners Now Seeking Applicants
The Park Board is looking for interested candidates to fill the vacancy on the Park Board left by Brandon Hinkle, who resigned due to a move out of state.
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Celebrate Independence Day in Glencoe
We're celebrating Independence Day with a fun run, preschool and family games, a parade, and live music!
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Masks Required in Public Areas
After reviewing updated CDC and State of Illinois face mask recommendations, the Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners has approved new guidelines.
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Thank you, Josh and Dudley
Thank you to our retiring commissioners, Dudley Onderdonk (2015-2021) and Josh Lutton (2017-2021).
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Mask Update for Vaccinated
Yesterday the CDC announced that
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Staircase Repair
The staircase leading to the Perlman Boating Beach is scheduled for replacement starting in April.
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South Overlook Update
We’re pleased to announce that the Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners has begun repairs to the South Overlook (the Hazel Avenue overlook at Lakefront Park).
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Summer Projects at the Beach
South Overlook, boat house stairs and beach improvements to be done over the summer.
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Every Day Outside
100 Day Challenge
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Fireworks Rescheduled
July 4th Fireworks rescheduled to Labor Day Weekend.
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Kalk Park Phase 2
New drainage being installed
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Glencoe Park District Receives $2,500,000 in State Funding to Renovate Watts
Watts one of 17 projects awarded Parc Grant
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Glencoe Honey Now For Sale
Organic honey, harvested behind the Takiff Center, is now available for purchase!
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Duke Park Now Open
Construction of the new playground, which is located near Lincoln and Crescent Drives, is now complete.
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2020 in Review
As 2020 comes to a close, here's a look back at the challenges and celebrations Glencoe Park District faced.
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Winter Registration January 5
We are excited to offer a wide variety of online and in-person programs this winter, beginning the week of January 18.
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Travel Guidance
14 day quarantine recommended before returning to programs.
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Glencoe Holiday Light Tour
Decorate your home for the holidays and help spread some cheer to Glencoe this year!
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Watts Ice Rink Open Friday
With the state's move to Tier 3, there are a number of new restrictions Watts users must follow.
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District 35 Remote Learning Shift
Kids Club Essential Enrichment Camp to offer full day care; Early Learning Center Preschool to offer remote learning.
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New Tier 3 Mitigations
Updated November 18, 2020
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New Watts Waitlist
Current state guidelines stipulate 50% capacity or 50 people or fewer at a facility.
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Watts Season Passes Sold Out
Watts season passes are now SOLD OUT and the waitlist is full.
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Watts Season Passes
We’re pleased to open the Watts ice rinks on Friday, November 27.
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November / Decembr Classes Available Online
The Glencoe Park District’s digital November/December Fall Program Guide of available classes will be available to view on Wednesday, October 14 after 2 PM.
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Board Approves General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds for Park Improvements
Bonds will help fund over $6 Million in park improvements over the next 3 years.
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Schuman Overlook Repairs
The Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners approved the commencement of repairs to the Schuman Overlook (the Park Avenue overlook at Lakefront Park).
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Glencoe Park District Retains AAA Credit Rating from Moody's Investor Services
Park District financial outlooks is stable.
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Construction Started on Duke Park
New playground is now under construction.
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Cardboard Regetta: Rules and Registration
On Friday, August 7, turn paper and duct tape into a seaworthy vessel!
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Public Beach Protection Pilot Program Update
The Army Corps of Engineers has approved the Pilot Project for Section 1122 for communities in Glencoe, Lake Bluff, North Chicago, and Evanston!
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Park 7N Progress
The Glencoe Park District continues to discuss Park 7n with residents both in favor and concerned about the move of the Booth Cottage.
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FAQs: Booth Cottage on Park 7N
Get some of your frequently asked questions answered.
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Glencoe Historical Society Land Lease Approved
Park 7N Land Lease Approved for Relocation of Frank Lloyd Wright's Booth Cottage
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Governor Awards Oslad Grant to Connect Glencoe Project
$400,000 Grant to help fund trail project.
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Booth Cottage Update
Community Input Meeting Tuesday, January 21 at 7 pm
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Dog Park Task Force Decision
Last February, we began a community conversation about adding a dog park to Glencoe.
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Task Force Meeting Minutes
Over the course of several months, the Dog Park Task Force explored six potential sites in Glencoe.
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Dog Park Task Force Update
After many months of work, the Dog Park Task Force is prepared to present its findings and recommendation to the Park Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, January 7 at 7:00 pm.
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Connect Glencoe Awarded $667,150 TAP-L Grant
On October 10, the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) Board of Directors and the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policy Committee approved the FFY 2020-2022 locally programmed Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP-L).
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Lincoln & Crescent Playground now Duke Park
The playground at the corner of Lincoln and Crescent Drive is getting a new name.
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Board Approves Lincoln Playground Design
At the August 20 Board of Commissioners meeting, plans for Lincoln Playground were approved.
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Connect Glencoe Awarded $200,000 State Grant
Bike path grants will support development and land acquisition for bike trails in seven counties.
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Glencoe Park District Dog Park Task Force Application
The Glencoe Park District Board is seeking volunteers to serve on a three month task force to explore the feasibility of dog park sites throughout Glencoe.
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Potential Dog Park Sites Discussed
The Glencoe Park District Committee of the Whole met on May 7, 2019 to discuss the feasibility of a Dog Park in Glencoe.
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Board Discussion on Community Dog Park
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a potential community dog park at their May 7 Committee meeting.
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Board Approves Connect Glencoe Architect
The architect has been chosen.
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Connect Glencoe Grant Applications Submitted
Board Refines Phase 1 of Connect Glencoe
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Community Dog Park Meeting Recap
Here's the presentation and results from the February 12 community meeting, which was shared with the Board of Commissioners at their March 2019 Special Projects and Facilities meeting.
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Connect Glencoe Site Master Plan Approved
The Board of Commissioners officially accepts the Master Plan for the Old Green Bay Road Linear Park System.
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Community Input Meeting
Glencoe Invited to Share Ideas
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FAMILY PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Summer Events Fall Events
Summer Events
Passholder Party FREe for Glencoe beach passholders
11 AM-3 PM | Select dates, starting May 28 | Glencoe Beach
This year, Glencoe Beach brings live music and food vendors right off the water! Events are limited to Glencoe Beach season passholders only.
- August 14: Live music performed by Keith Scott (1-3 PM)
- August 28: Live music performed by Jukebox Heroes (1-3 PM)
KICKBACK AT KALK Free!
5-7 PM | Select Thursdays, starting June 9 | Kalk Park
Bring a picnic blanket for an evening of live music and fun! The night will kick off with activities at 5 PM, followed by a concert at 6 PM. Each concert will feature a new band and activities!
- August 11: Big Band Night with Blueshift Big Band
- August 18: Bluegrass with music by Fox Crossing String Band
- September 8: Kids Night with Ralph Covert
Movies on the Green Free!
Dusk | Friday, June 10, July 8, August 12 | Various Locations
Movies on the Green return for another exciting lineup of movies to enjoy outdoors with friends and neighbors! Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. All movies are free to attend and begin at dusk. This series is sponsored by the Village of Glencoe, the Glencoe Park District and the Glencoe Public Library.
- August 12: Field of Dreams (PG) at Melvin Berlin Park
TOTS-N-TUNES Free!
10-10:45 AM | Select Tuesdays, June 14-August 9 | Takiff Center Front Lawn
Your tot will be dancing and singing along as talented children’s performers take the stage! In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved inside the Takiff Center.
- August 9: Nanny Nikki
Fall Events
NEW! beer on the beach
Saturday, September 10 | 4-7 pm | Glencoe Beach | Activity #220761 | Ages 21+ | $15/20 R/NR per person
Adults! You deserve a night out on the beach with the sounds of surf and suds. Your ticket includes samples of multiple craft beers. Enjoy beer and Glencoe Beach with friends and neighbors!
free! doggie dip
Sunday, September 18 | 12-1 pm | Glencoe Beach
Bring your furry friend to Glencoe Beach for some doggone fun! Watch them swim in Lake Michigan while you enjoy the company of other dogs. This is a free event, so it’s a great chance to socialize your dog and try something new.
Favorite! the great mud run
Saturday, October 1 | Races start at 9 am | Watts Park | Ages 7-14 | Activity #220817
Early bird Rate (August 4-31): $30 | Regular Rate (September 1-30): $40 | Race Day Rate (October 1): $50
Are you ready to get muddy? The Great Mud Run’s signature obstacle course is coming back to Watts Park. With twelve obstacles and a one-of-a-kind course, this 1.25-mile race will test your physical stamina and mental drive. All participants will receive a shirt and medal. If you think you can finish it, sign up now!
Favorite! Boo Bash
Friday, October 28 | 5-7 PM | Takiff Center | Activity #220822 | $10/12 R/NR per person Ages 2-8 with an adult
The Takiff Center transforms into an eerie playground where kids can trick-or-treat, enjoy shows, witness spectacles, participate in Halloween activities, and enjoy other spook-tacular surprises! Be sure to wear your costume. Everyone who attends must pay.
New! If Kids Ran Thanksgiving
Saturday, November 19 | 12-2 PM | Takiff Center | Activity #220310 | $10/15 R/NR per child | Ages 2-8 with an Adult
What would happen if kids were in charge of Thanksgiving dinner? It would probably be a lot different! When you register, your child will be asked how they think Thanksgiving should be celebrated. When they arrive on November 19, they will find out what wild ideas won!
New! Hallmark Holiday
Thursday, December 15 | 5-7 PM | Kalk Park | Activity #220838 | All Ages | $10/12 R/NR per person
If you enjoy the spectacle of the holiday season, this event is for you. Warm up outdoors with seasonal treats, activities, and good cheer, straight out of a movie!
visit with santa
Saturday, December 17 | 12-3 PM | Watts Center | Activity #220321 | All Ages | $10/12 R/NR per group
Visit with Santa and enjoy holiday activities around the hearth at Watts Center. Photo ops occur every 10 minutes. Each party taking a picture must register.