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From the board
GET YOUR WEATHER UPDATES WITH
RAINOUTLINE
This is the District’s notification system for users to learn the
status of our programming and facilities. Areas included are
fields, diamonds, outdoor leagues, group fitness classes, the
Downers Grove Golf Club and Miner Mike’s Adventure Golf.
VISIT AND CLICK ON “WEATHER STATUS”
BOARD OF PARK
COMMISSIONERS
PRESIDENT | BOB GELWICKS
VICE PRESIDENT | TOM SALABA
TREASURER | CATHY MAHONEY
SECRETARY | FRANK LIVORSI
COMMISSIONER | SANDRA MCDONNELL
The weather may be cooling off, but we’re just getting warmed up!
The Downers Grove Park District is proud to offer the community year-round
programs and activities to keep families active even in the winter months.
We encourage you to try something new this season!
Winter is a great time to enjoy the great outdoors, relax, unwind and exercise.
The District offers multiple locations for sledding, ice skating, skiing and
snowshoeing Stay warm and hit some balls at the all-new driving
range shelter at the Downers Grove Golf Club Explore nature and
make discoveries at Lyman Woods
Planning to start a new year’s resolution to get fit and healthy in 2019?
Become a member of 4500 Fitness at the Downers Grove Recreation Center
Membership includes access to our newly remodeled locker rooms,
40+ cardio machines, 3-lane indoor track, free weights, steam rooms and
towel service in addition to discounts on personal training and premier and
group exercise classes. New members can take advantage of our NEW lower
enrollment fees Winter specials include a Student Winter Break Pass
and a “5 for $25” Fitness Center and Group Exercise Pass —a great
opportunity to kick start or maintain your health goals!
Adults can explore a variety of programs, trips and tours this season!
Brush up on your camera skills with our series of photography classes
, join an adult sports league 32) or express yourself through
art programs and dance classes just for adults! For adults ages
55+, the Adult Center offers activities and clubs that provide opportunities
that encourage friendship and socialization .
Looking for fun for the whole family? Check out our new special events! Two
new theatrical productions will take place at the Lincoln Center—“Christmas
Evie” on Dec. 8 and 9 and “Me, Myselfie and I” on Jan. 11 to 13 Celebrate
the new year with the New Year’s Eve Countdown to Noon on Dec. 31 at the
Recreation Center Kids can take aim and compete in our Nerf Gun War
on Feb. 7 at the Recreation Center .
Younger children can explore science, technology and art through our new
STEM-based and arts-enrichment programs . School-aged kids can stay
busy before or after school at The Link as well as during days off from
school with The Link Day Off Adventures , Spring Break Nature Camp
and History Adventure Camp .
Bundle up and head on out to see us this winter!
Sincerely,
Downers Grove Park District Board of Commissioners