Glenview Park District - Glenview, Illinois

Welcome to the Glenview Park District website. Here, you'll find the latest information about our programs, events, and facilities and be able to register online for many of our programs.

OUTDOOR POOL WEATHER HOTLINE: 847-724-3337, option #4

OUTDOOR SPORTS RAINOUT NUMBER: 847-604-1893

Glenview's Independence Day Celebration
Friday, July 4

11 am - Bike Parade - Children ages preschool to
9 years can step off the parade by bringing their decorated bike to the corner of Glenview Rd. and Church St. by 10:30 am. Sponsored by Cook County Commissioner Greg Goslin and the Abington of Glenview

11:30 am - Main Parade - The 43rd annual Independence Day Parade will start at the OLPH parking lot, go west on Glenview Road, turn south on Harlem to Central, then march west on Central to Johns Park. Sponsored by Glenview State Bank

7:30 pm - Twilight Show - Glenview Park Golf Club, 800 Shermer Road. The show begins with a patriotic concert by the 100 piece North Shore Concert Band followed by a fireworks show synchronized to patriotic music. Sponsored by Glenview State Bank

For details on parking and how you can help support Glenview's Independence Day Celebration, click here.

Hometown Hero Nomination Letters will be posted on this website the week of July 7. Check back to learn more about our community heroes!!

Park District Facility Holiday Hours
Friday, July 4

The Grove National Historic Landmark & Air Station Prairie/Tyner Center - Buildings closed, grounds open
Glenview Tennis Club - Closed
Glenview Ice Center - Closed
Park Center, Splash Landings, Park Center Health & Fitness & Indoor Track - Closed
Glenview Senior Center - Closed
Wagner Farm - Closed
Glenview National 9 Golf Club - Open
Glenview Park Golf Club - Last tee-off at 1:30 pm; course cleared by 4 pm to prepare for fireworks
Flick & Roosevelt Outdoor Pools - Open 1-5 pm

Farmer's Market at Wagner Farm

Saturdays 8 am-noon
June 21-October 11

For more information, click here.

Golf Tip of the Week

Join Glenview Park Golf Club teaching professional
Mike Stone for a new video golf tip each week.
Click here.

For information on signing up for a private or group golf lesson with Mike, click here.

Bearfoot in the Park Outdoor Concerts

"Jam your little heart out"
Free Live Musical Entertainment

Every Wednesday Evening through August 6
7-8:30 pm
Jackman Park Gazebo at Lehigh Ave. & Prairie St.

Sponsored by
Glenview State Bank & Chestnut Square at The Glen

Bring your dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please young and old alike! Click on name of band to hear a preview of their music.

July 9 - Bopology
July 16 - Juke Box Band
July 23 - Ac Rock
July 30 - Only Sons
August 6 - Lynne Jordan and the Shivers

In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave. If weather is questionable, call 847-604-1893 after 6 pm on the day on the concert to confirm concert location.

Glenview Theater Guild presents

"Oliver"

July 5, 11 at 8 pm
July 6, 12 at 2 pm
Glenbrook South Watson Auditorium

4000 W. Lake Ave.

Tickets $15 in advance & $18 at door.
Purchase tickets at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave. and Park District Administrative Office, 1930 Prairie St.

Enjoy great food and FREE live entertainment at the
Glenview Park Golf Club's
Friday Night Live Concert Series
Friday, July 25

Grab your lawn chairs and bring the whole family for great food, great drinks and a spectacular view of the breathtakingly beautiful Glenview Park Golf Club while enjoying the sounds of our star performers. Click on the show dates below for a sample of the evening's entertainment.

Friday, July 25 - Roots Rock Society

For more information about upcoming
Friday Night Live performances, click here.

Stylish, Versatile Tote Bags on Sale Now

Now you can support Glenview's July 4th Celebration and do your part to help the environment by purchasing a Glenview Tote Bag. Made of sturdy, 100% recycled woven material, with plenty of room for groceries, beach gear, or picnic fare, these bags are the must-have accessory for Summer 2008 in Glenview. Priced at a low $5 per bag or 5 bags for $20, they can be purchased at Park Center, the Glenview Senior Center, the Glenview Park Golf Club, Glenview National 9 Golf Club, the Glenview Tennis Center, The Grove Store, the Wagner Farm gift shop and the Glenview Park District Administration Office. Get yours today before they're all gone!

100% of the proceeds go toward funding the Glenview 4th of July celebration. Tote bags have been underwritten by The Glen Town Center in generous support of the Glenview July 4 Celebration.

Important Registration Information

The Glenview Park District Summer Guide was mailed
to residents' homes on Saturday, May 3. Open registration for summer programs is now underway online and at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave. To learn about Glenview Park District Summer 2008 and Summer Camp programs, click on the cover of the appropriate brochure below.

Open Gym Hours

Click here for a schedule of Glenview Park District Open Gym Hours.

Come Out and Play. To register online, click here.
	Summer Camps 2008 To download a copy of the Summer Camp brochure, click on the image at left. CAMP NEWSLETTERS Click here... To download Camper Parent Manual and Camper Forms, click on the items below. - Camper Parent Manual - School Age Camper Forms - Early Childhood Camper Forms
	Summer 2008 Guide Click on the image to download a copy of our latest brochure. Please note document is over 6 MB and may take a few minutes to download.
	July 4th Information Click on the image for information on the schedule for the day, being in the parade, making a donation, etc.
	Get your foursome together for Glenview's Premier Golf Outing: The Firecracker Classic Friday, June 27 sponsored by the Glenview Park Foundation. Learn more...
	Saturday, June 21 Gallery Park Recreational & Competitive Divisions for Boys & Girls Learn more...
	Sunday, July 27 Swim, Bike, Run For more information or to register, click here.
	Calendar of Events Don't miss a great event this summer. Click on the image for an interactive calendar of events.

Here’s some information on getting the most from your time outside:

Take a Walk
For a list of Glenview Parks with walking paths and other helpful info, click here.

Walk Across Illinois
Walk Across Illinois is a health initiative that encourages everyone to walk at least 167 miles over the course of a year, the equivalent of walking from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan. To learn more, click here.

Green Hour
Giving your kids unstructured play in the outdoors can make them happier, healthier and smarter. For tips on getting started from the National Wildlife Federation, click here.

Critter Guide
Learn about some of the "critters" you may encounter while enjoying the great outdoors. Click here.

Strategic Planning Update

To view a progress report on implementation of the Glenview Park District's Strategic Plan for 2007-2010, click here.

The Glenview Park District’s Thor-Guard Lightning Prediction System has now been activated at locations throughout the district. The Thor-Guard system warns users of parks and golf courses when lightning danger is approaching. Thor-Guard units are installed at Community Park West, Glenview Park Golf Club, Glenview National 9 Golf Club, Flick and Roosevelt Pools and the Westbrook School baseball complex. Learn more...

Do you have great pictures of your family having
fun in a park or at a Glenview Park District
program or event?
E-mail them to marketing@glenviewparks.org and we just might use them on our website or in a future park district publication! Photos should be no less than 300 dpi with a maximum file size of 1 MB. Show us what you’ve got!

6-23-08--Work on Glenview Ice Center renovations to replace aging mechanical systems and improve energy efficiency is progressing well. New lighting in the main rink has been installed and insulation work in both rinks is well underway. The Ice Center will remain closed throughout the summer until completion of the project which is expected to be at the end of August. For more information about the project, summer office hours and registration for fall programs, click here.

Last updated 7/3/08