Winter & Camp Registration Starts December 5
Registration for all winter and camp activities and passes will start at 7 AM on Thursday, December 5 for Glencoe residents. Non-resident registration will start at 9 AM on Monday, December 9.
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Park Perspectives: Registration Tips
With Winter and Camp registration almost here, our team shares tips to ensure an easier registration.
Outdoor Skating Starts November 29
We're excited to open the Weinberg Family Recreation Center ice rinks on November 29. Whether you're a skating novice or a seasoned pro, we've got something for everyone.
Thank you, Glencoe!
The Glencoe Park District extends heartfelt gratitude to all Glencoe residents for their overwhelming support and voting in favor of the Protecting Our Beach and Parks referendum.
Park Perspectives: Glencoe Park District's Referendum
Carol Spain, President of the Glencoe Park District, and Lisa Sheppard, Executive Director, shared insights into the District's upcoming referendum. Their discussion highlights the District's commitment to maintaining community assets and exploring new opportunities for improvement without increasing the current debt service tax rate.
Park Perspectives: Park Maintenance Facility
Carol Spain, President of the Glencoe Park District, and Kyle Kuhs, Director of Parks and Planning, discuss the challenges with the current maintenance facility buildings, which range from 30 to 90 years old. They highlight the need for a new facility to address logistical and safety concerns while offering opportunities for improved efficiency and sustainability, including potential electrification and solar energy initiatives.
Lisa Sheppard, Elected to the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration
Lisa Sheppard, Executive Director at the Glencoe Park District, has been elected as a Fellow into the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration.
Park Perspectives: Greenhouse Revamp
The Glencoe Park District is setting its sights on revitalizing its greenhouse facilities. Recently, Carol Spain, President of the Glencoe Park District, and Kyle Kuhs, Director of Parks and Planning, shed light on the current state of these pivotal structures and the plans for their redevelopment.