Spring at the Park District

Join our team as a Lifeguard! We are hiring! Apply Now! Of course, it takes a huge team to get these facilities, programs and events into full swing and to operate them for the duration of the summer and we are recruiting for members of that team NOW. While we are the largest employer of youth in the community, we also have openings for and hire all ages. A few of the jobs available are lifeguard, pool staff, day camp staff, landscape crew, cashier, front desk staff, and more. Click here to see complete list of jobs.
Floating Egg Hunt Sunday, March 24 Group A 1:00–2:30p Group B 3:00–4:30p Join us at Prairie Lakes EGGquatic Center for our Floating Egg Hunt event! In the pool there will be hundreds of eggs to find and collect, just make sure to bring your own basket. Guests are welcomed to stay and swim afterwards till their group time slot is over. Click here for details.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover • Ages 3–5 w/ adult • Leisure Center, Room 112 Drop Off, Saturday, April 6 3:45–4:30p • Pick Up, Sunday, April 7 10:30–11:30a Have you ever wondered what your favorite toys get up to when you’re not looking? Come to our Stuffed Animal Sleepover and find out! Put on your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal friend for a stuffies-only slumber party. Click here for details. R: $10 NR: $12 #550155-1
Under the Sea Tea Saturday, May 4 • 1:00–300p Ages 4–10 Mermaid, Mermen, Merfolk of all types, join us at the Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center for an Under the Sea Tea Party in the warm waters of the Splash Pad. Tea-time treats included. R: $10/NR: $15 #524242-1 • Fee is per person, register both children and adults • Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center Click here for details.*
PicklePalooza Saturday, May 11 • 9:00a Start time Ages 18+ Calling all pickleball enthusiasts, whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, get ready to show your skills at our new spring pickleball tournament. Tournament will take place at Chippewa courts, with a full day of competitive, fun pickleball action. $60 per team • Chippewa, Pickleball Courts Click here for details.
H20 Nights Ages 11–14, Grades 6–8 Join up with your friends at Chippewa Pool to listen to your favorite songs played by our awesome DJ. Includes pizza and soft drinks. All registrations must be made by 5:00p prior to each listed date. No day of registration will be accepted. Select Fridays, 7:00–10:00p R/NR: $26 February 16 March 15 April 12
Wibit Night at PLAC All ages Join us on Wibit Night for an evening of water and inflatable fun with the wiggle track and rodeo splash. Tickets go on sale online or at the PLAC front desk the Monday prior to each event. Max: 50 • 6:00–8:00p Friday, February 16 Friday, March 15 April 12 PLAC Member $5/Non-member $12
Kiwanis Cup Saturday, June 1 • Race starts at 8:00a Ages K–10 Calling all students, grades K–8, to join us for the third annual KIWANIS CUP. Compete with your classmates to race against challengers from other local schools. Race distance is approximately 1 mile around beautiful Lake Opeka. Lake Park Click here for details. FREE EVENT
Family Day at Lake Park • All Ages Saturday, June 1 • 9:00a–noon • Fun Family Activities • Golf and FootGolf on the 18-hole course • Paddle boats and kayaks • Live entertainment • Inflatables for kids • Touch A Truck • Plenty of delicious food! Lake Park Click here for details.
Des Plaines Park District Community Concert Band Sunday Concert Series Sunday, March 17 • Concerts begin at 3:00p Under the direction of Dr. Al Legutki at the beautiful Prairie Lakes Theatre. Tickets are available at the door. Adults $10 / Seniors and Students $8 Sunday, May 19 • Concerts begin at 3:00p Under the direction of Dr. Al Legutki at the beautiful Prairie Lakes Theatre. Tickets are available at the door. Adults $10 / Seniors and Students $8

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