Friday, December 28, 2012
The Family New Year’s Eve Party will ring in 2013 with a variety of festivities.
Editor's note: The following is a press release from the Fox Valley Park District. Families and children can start their New Year’s Eve activities early with a celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31, at the Vaughan Athletic Center. The Family New Year’s Eve Party will ring in 2013 with a variety of festivities. Kids and adults can get energetic while climbing and bouncing on giant inflatables, playing interactive games, competing in hula hoop contests, viewing sports demos and dancing to the latest tunes with a live DJ. “This event gives kids their own celebration,” said recreation supervisor Lisa Peterson. “They don’t have to stay up until midnight to enjoy a New Year’s party.” Party favors will be distributed to all pre-…
Friday, December 14, 2012
Weekly musings from Jeff Long, public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District.
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Friday, December 14, 2012
For all the economic indicators that are bandied about in the media each day, none of them are really understandable to an underprivileged child. Nor do they make a difference. To these young people whose families are struggling, they only know what they have. Or, more accurately, what they don’t have. The holidays can be a particularly tough time. While other children enjoy overflow celebrations and plentiful presents under the tree, the less fortunate raise a cup that’s half-empty. That reality has hit home with the Fox Valley Park District, among other local agencies, businesses and organizations. Once again, the Park District is serving as an active partner in local collection efforts to provide gifts for children as part of the …
Thursday, December 13, 2012
No tax increase for second consecutive year.
Editor's note: The following is a press release from the Fox Valley Park District. Fox Valley Park District residents will benefit from another tax freeze after the District’s Board of Trustees approved a zero-percent increase for the second consecutive year. While the District was allowed to levy an increase up to 3.0 percent, Executive Director Nancy McCaul said “we are choosing not to levy for the full amount out of consideration for our residents and the financial challenges many of us may be facing in this recovering economy. “Our tax receipts will probably be less than last year, which will mean a reduction in tax revenue for the 2013-14 budget year,” said McCaul. The park district’s emphasis on excellence will not change, either. “…
Friday, November 23, 2012
Weekly musings from Jeff Long, public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District.
The four-day respite that kicks off on Thanksgiving Day is always welcome, especially when it involves the celebration of family, friends and other things we cherish most, like food, football and naps. The holiday season has officially begun, as tomorrow’s Black Friday hysteria will evidence. This seasonal segue always happens quickly. No sooner do autumn leaves fall when the glittering lights of Christmas begin to multiply. Soon, neighborhoods and towns will be aglow in holiday spirit. For as magical as this transformation is, we’re four weeks behind Cori Buis, who’s been busily preparing Blackberry Farm with dazzling displays of holiday cheer. Next Saturday, it all comes to life as the Polar Express train takes to the track for the first…
Thursday, November 15, 2012
The Fox Valley Park District Police and Public Safety Department has to comply with 188 standards in order to gain accreditation status.
Editor's note: The following is a press release from the Fox Valley Park District. A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. will examine all aspects of the Fox Valley Park District Police and Public Safety Department policy and procedures, management, operations and support services beginning Dec. 2. Verification by the assessor that the Fox Valley Park District Police and Public Safety Department meets the Commission's state-of-the-art standards is part of a voluntary process to gain accreditation – a highly prized recognition of public safety excellence, said Chief Mark Johnson. As part of the on-site assessment, agency personnel and members of the community are invited to offer …
Monday, November 5, 2012
The luncheon is free to veterans and will be catered by Upper Crust.
Editor's note: The following is a press release from the Fox Valley Park District. In honor of all community members who have served in the Armed Forces, the Fox Valley Park District is hosting a Veterans Day Luncheon from noon to 2:30 p.m. Friday, at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora. The luncheon is free to veterans and will be catered by Upper Crust. Also, Honor Flight Chicago will share information on its program and the many benefits it provides veterans. Prize drawings and entertainment are included as well. “This luncheon is a way to honor and salute veterans for the freedoms and opportunities they’ve provided us through their dedicated service,” said Laurie Hoffman, director of recreation, marketing and …
Friday, October 26, 2012
Weekly musings from Jeff Long, public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District.
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Friday, October 26, 2012
Anything Goes – and that is certainly the case when it comes to the latest Winter Stage production by the Fox Valley Park District. That is to say, if you have a flair for acting, singing, dancing, laughing, telling jokes or anything else entertaining, there’s a role waiting for you. “It’s going to be a huge cast of characters with performers of all ages,” said Kyle Donahue, performing arts supervisor. “There’s something for every type of performer, with at least 15 leads and all types of supporting roles. At times, the entire stage will be filled – it’s that kind of show.” Auditions for Anything Goes are set for next Thursday (Nov. 1) from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Prisco Community Center. But you can – and need to – get a head start before …
Monday, October 22, 2012
A new feature this year will be the Haunted House for ages 7 and up from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., with candy prizes for those brave enough to make it all the way through.
The Fox Valley Park District will celebrate the Halloween season with its annual Halloween Family Fun Night. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora. Family-friendly games will include trick-or-treating in the Halloween Hallway, ghost bowling, spider scooter races and a jump house. A Halloween-themed movie also will be shown. Children age 2 and up are welcome; one adult is free with each paid child. Tickets are $5 apiece for residents and $8 for non-residents. Registration for Halloween Family Fun Night is required by 5 p.m. Thursday; no day-of tickets are available. A new feature this year will be the Haunted House for ages 7 and up from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., with candy …
Friday, October 19, 2012
Weekly musings from Jeff Long, public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District.
Visit the Vaughan Center any day of the week, any week of the year, and you get the feeling that life is a 24/7 celebration. That’s because it is – at least for the 11,000-plus members who utilize this fantastic facility on a regular basis. Being active and enjoying exercise not only makes for a healthy body, but a sharper mind as well. Each workout is an exercise in mood elevation. Even though these folks are full of endorphins and in party mode all year, there’s always room for a little more excitement. A three-day weekend is in order. Member Appreciation Weekend will be held next Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Oct. 26-28), with each day featuring an extravaganza of activities, fun events and giveaways. It’s a tripleheader party themed …
Friday, October 12, 2012
Weekly musings from Jeff Long, public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District.
The moment you pull that door open and enter the Vaughan Athletic Center, your world is transformed. The stress and distractions of everyday life – even your fatigue from the day – suddenly vanish, replaced by a rush of energy and adrenalin. This is a vibrant, healthy place where people feel good, a place always buzzing with activity amid three swimming pools, two running tracks, fitness machines, free weights, tennis courts and sports programs galore. Until now, all the action was confined inside this vast structure. That all changed last week with the grand opening of a beautifully designed, fully accessible outdoor playground – officially named Harmony Pointe – at the north end of the facility. Built on 19 acres of land, this area didn’…
