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  • The Brunner Family Forest Preserve in West Dundee will be improved with state grant funds. The money will go toward parking, two shelters, trails along the Fox River, fishing stations, interpretive signs and habitat and wetland restoration.

    Sugar Grove, Aurora, Kane parks agencies get state grants May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Sugar Grove Park District is getting $400,000 from the state toward the development of a park near Harter Middle School, the governor's office announced Monday. The Fox Valley Park District is also getting money for redevelopment of Jericho Lake, and the Kane County Forest Preserve District is receiving a grant for the Brunner Family Forest Preserve.

     
  • The dog days of summer — and fall, winter and spring — will be even more enjoyable at Jericho Lake Park with a host of new features and amenities to be implemented in coming months.

    Jericho Lake Park to thrive with a new look May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
    Not long ago — circa the mid-80s — the western boundaries of Aurora and Montgomery were vast swathes of open space, and not much else. "We needed to do more with the land," Fox Valley Park District trustee J.A. Lippold said at the time, "and make more people-use' of it." Jericho Lake Park will soon join the modern movement with a slate of spectacular improvements to be implemented this summer and fall.

     

  • Flower Power Planting Party – can you dig it?May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
    A love of nature is love worth sharing, which the Fox Valley Park District will do again this season with its Flower Power Planting Parties. From 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, groups of volunteer planting teams — perhaps you included — will take to the gardens in front of the Eola Community Center and Vaughan Athletic Center to roll up their sleeves and celebrate planting season.

     
  • Canada geese are familiar visitors in local parks and public places. The Fox Valley Park District works to manage large populations and reminds all park goers to not feed the geese — it's detrimental to the birds and increases the likelihood of disease.

    Honked off? Here's to making peace with geeseApr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
    It was a rare sight in those days. To catch a glimpse of a Canada goose — and hear the characteristic honking as a flock flew over in V formation — was a thrill for this young boy. It's not quite the same feeling today. Across suburban landscapes, Canada geese are as common as dirt, and even less popular.

     
  • A pair of young volunteers helps clean up along the Gilman Trail during a previous year’s event. The annual Spring Spruce-Up will be held on April 20 at six different Fox Valley Park District sites.

    Spring Spruce-Up: Collaborating for clean parks Mar 26, 2013 12:00 AM
    Spring is a time of revival. It's the same spirit that drove the Fox Valley Park District to create its annual Spring Spruce-Up event five years ago. It's the district's biggest volunteer event of the year, and it brings communities together in the name of common good — beautifying the local parks and trails we share and enjoy.

     

  • Young Wolf Park on the run to gloryFeb 22, 2013 12:00 AM
    Six years ago, Julio Mercado created the Wolf Pack Junior Running Club, and it's been full-speed ahead ever since. Based at the Vaughan Athletic Center in Aurora, the Wolf Pack offers opportunities for children ages 5 to 18 to get involved in the sport of running and enjoy the benefits. "Through running, I wanted to provide local kids with ways to get active and be involved in something healthy," Mercado said.

     
  • The Lippold Park project will include construction of a tree house-like structure in an amphitheater setting with interpretive displays and observation areas.

    Development of Lippold Park continues in Aurora Feb 14, 2013 12:00 AM
    Further development of Lippold Park will continue this spring, following approval by the Fox Valley Park District Board of Trustees Feb. 11 of an $814,500 bid to R.C. Wegman Construction Company of Aurora.

     
  • Teaching children that exercise is a fun, enjoyable activity – and not a task – will be the central theme on Saturday, Feb. 16 during the free Fitness Fun Fair for Kids at the Vaughan Athletic Center, Aurora.

    Fitness Fun Fair a great play for kids, families Feb 13, 2013 12:00 AM
    Admit it — you’re one of “them.” You’re one of those who tells the kids to take a break from Xbox and PlayStation. You implore them to get out of the gaming chair, go outside and play, stop texting and “get off the computer already!”

     

  • Barbecues and picnics – time to reserve your summer site Jan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
    It's not quite time to proclaim spring is here, but you can certainly begin to plan for it. The Fox Valley Park District is already envisioning those warm-weather days. On Friday, Feb. 1, the doors fly open for the outdoor party season as picnic shelter reservations for the 2013 season will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.

     
  • The real-life sister-brother combo of Allison Elkins (playing Reno Sweeney) and Jake Elkins (playing Billy Crocker) headline this weekend's Winter Stage production of “Anything Goes,” with four shows at the Fox Valley Park District's Prisco Center.

    'Anything Goes' sings with high-seas hilarity in Aurora Jan 10, 2013 12:00 AM
    There's something magical about seeing a vintage show come to life, when yesterday's classic is transformed into a fresh-yet-familiar masterpiece by talented new performers. That would certainly describe the upcoming Winter Stage performance of “Anything Goes,” set for four performances Friday through Sunday, Jan. 11-13, at the Prisco Community Center in Aurora.

     
  • Crews work on an adventure playground at Blackberry Farm, one of several Fox Valley Park District facilities to receive upgrades after a $44.8 million referendum approved in 2008.

    Fox Valley parks budget focuses on maintaining 4 years of additionsDec 25, 2012 12:00 AM
    Since 2008, the Fox Valley Park District has purchased 112 acres, bridged a gap on the Fox River Trail and made upgrades to Blackberry Farm, Red Oak Nature Center and Stuart Sports Complex, spending all but $5 million of the $44.8 million approved in a 2008 referendum. Now, says Executive Director Nancy McCaul, "The vast majority of our budget is going to be maintaining what we have."

     
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    Learn money saving tips from ‘Super Coupon Queen’ in Aurora Dec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
    Coupons and a smart shopping game plan are as good as gold in today's economy. Jill Cataldo will detail the secrets and strategies from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, with a workshop at the Eola Community Center, 555 S. Eola Road, Aurora.

     
  • It’s full speed ahead with holiday cheer when the Polar Express train makes its rounds during the first two December weekends at Blackberry Farm.

    Catch a ride on the Polar Express in Aurora Nov 23, 2012 12:00 AM
    The Polar Express train is welcoming all aboard during the first two weekends in December at Blackberry Farm for its annual Yuletide celebration amid thousands of glittering lights. "There will literally be thousands and thousands of twinkling lights, from the ticket window at the train depot to the trees along the walkways," said facility supervisor Sandy Smith. "It's a holiday spectacle; a true winter wonderland."

     

  • Vets work out free this month in Fox Valley Parks centers Nov 2, 2012 12:00 AM
    The Fox Valley Park District has proclaimed November to be Veterans Recognition Month and will pay its respects with an offer of free admission at its fitness centers and also a complimentary luncheon. Throughout November, veterans may visit any park district fitness facility an unlimited number of times for no charge.

     
  • The centerpiece monument at the Veterans Island Memorial — a touching tribute year-round — takes on extra special meaning during the month of November in honor of all U.S. military veterans.

    A monumental thanks to all our veteransNov 1, 2012 12:00 AM
    Back in 1989, a memorable event took place in the heart of Aurora as part of a national movement. For several days in May of that year, the Veterans Memorial Moving Wall was stationed at what was then known as Illinois Avenue Island Park. Meant to serve as a traveling tribute to all of our nation's veterans, the wall was visited by more than 150,000 well-wishers.

     
  • Zombie participants in the Fox Valley Park District’s Zombie Invasion 5K will hide behind trees and attempt to capture flag football flags from runners striving to reach the finish line without being tracked down by the undead. The race can accommodate up to 300 participants including zombies and runners.

    Zombies promise to give racers ‘adrenaline rush’ in new Fox Valley 5KSep 20, 2012 12:00 AM
    Details of the upcoming Zombie Invasion 5K Run get more and more intricate each time Fox Valley Park District staff members meet to plan the inaugural race. There will be chaser zombies and stumbler zombies; zombie infestation and decontamination zones; 14 obstacles and a party following the race at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, at Blackberry Farm in Aurora. "The theme keeps growing as we have meetings," organizer Jaime Ijams said.

     
  • The living dead will infest Blackberry Farm on Oct. 5, when the inaugural Zombie Invasion 5K is held … for those who dare.

    Zombie Invasion 5K: Can you survive?Sep 11, 2012 12:00 AM
    So you're a fast runner? Would you run faster if you were being chased by hungry zombies? Find out — if you dare — on Friday, Oct. 5, when the living dead will infest Blackberry Farm for the inaugural Zombie Invasion 5K.

     
  • Antonio Houston, 8, of Aurora investigates dragonfly larvae during last year’s Bug Fest at the Red Oak Nature Center in North Aurora. This year’s festival is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25.

    Learn all about insects at Bug FestAug 23, 2012 12:00 AM
    The buzz is back as Fox Valley Park District's Bug Fest returns Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Red Oak Nature Center, with insects as the star attraction. The event is free, with no registration required. "Bugs are weird, wild, fascinating and often misunderstood," said Margaret Gazdacka, facility manager at the Red Oak.

     
  • College student Kristina Vann worked in several different capacities as the summer marketing assistant at the Fox Valley Park District, including her role as starter at the Mid-American Canoe and Kayak Race this past June.

    Work and fun: summer internship at the park districtAug 15, 2012 12:00 AM
    With all of its programs and events, the Fox Valley Park District has always provided me opportunities to be active and involved in recreation. It got even better this summer with my internship as the summer marketing assistant. Rather than work, my job here has felt more like an adventure in helping people in our communities enjoy life!

     

  • Waubonsie Lake: A local treasure discovered anewJul 30, 2012 12:00 AM
    As the saying goes, there's really nothing like being there. Such is the case with Waubonsie Lake Park. On behalf of the Fox Valley Park District, I'd done numerous press announcements over the last 18 months detailing all the renovations and improvements taking place at this beautiful park. But a recent check-in changed everything and created an even greater sense of appreciation.

     
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