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Lombard's Lilac Time offers a variety of blooms, activities May 1, 2013 12:00 AM
One of the strengths of Lombard's lilac collection is its variety. Some bushes bloom early, reminding visitors Lilac Time is on its way. Other plants hit the nail on the head, bursting with fragrance and purple blooming beauty from May 4 to 19 — this year's dates for the annual festival held in Lilacia Park, 150 S. Park Ave. The festival offers activities as varied as the types of lilacs, including art fairs, library events, culinary activities and a 5K.
Cleanup begins at Lombard parks, homes Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Park district officials are joining Lombard residents in flood cleanup efforts Friday morning, as waters in the nearby Salt Creek and DuPage River East Branch begin to recede. The Lombard Park District's popular Lilacia Park was hit with flooding, just weeks before the annual Lilac Time celebrations. "Lilacia Park was under more water than I've ever seen in 15 years," Executive Director Paul Friedrichs said. "It receded relatively quickly and we were able to pump most of it out as of this morning."
Lombard park, school districts discussing tennis court upkeep Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Parents are pushing for repairs to two tennis courts near Pleasant Lane school in Lombard Elementary District 44 that they say are no longer safe, leading the school district and the Lombard Park District to begin discussing a possible partnership to fix the cracking courts. "Neighbors are talking about the grass growing on the courts," Pleasant Lane parent Cathy McNulty said. "I don't ever remember them being in good shape."
Sarah Richardt: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Sarah Richardt, running for Lombard Park Board (6-year Terms)
Jim Scalzo: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Jim Scalzo, running for Lombard Park Board (6-year Terms)
David Kundrot: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for David Kundrot, running for Lombard Park Board (6-year Terms)
Dave Lemar: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Dave Lemar, running for Lombard Park Board (6-year Terms)
John Bielenda: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for John Bielenda, running for Lombard Park Board (6-year Terms)
Michael Kuderna: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Michael Kuderna, running for Lombard Park Board (6-year Terms)
Kids have snowy fun at Lombard Winter Carnival Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lombard Park District’s annual Winter Carnival gave families plenty of ways to celebrate the snowy season Saturday afternoon with a sled hill, s’mores and games at Sunset Knoll recreation center.
Lombard Park District showcases health and fitness programs Jan 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Lombard residents got a jump on their new year's resolutions to get in shape by attending the Lombard Park District's annual Health Fair and Fitness Expo Sunday. The park district provided demonstrations of fitness classes and hosted a variety of health-related vendors.
Future of former golf course hinges on Lombard debate Nov 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Land use discussions under way in Lombard could help shape the future of the former Ken-Loch golf links, a 30-acre site for sale on the south side of town. The owners have found a prospective buyer in Donven Homes, which would like to annex the unincorporated land into Lombard and build apartments and for-sale units. The village has designated the area for open space in its comprehensive plan, so unless the plan is amended, annexation to build apartments and condos would be unable to gain approval, village officials say.
Downtown Lombard adds activities to Jinglebell Jubilee Nov 28, 2012 12:00 AM
The shops and eateries of downtown Lombard will be making their presence felt more than ever during the annual Jinglebell Jubilee holiday tree-lighting festival, organizers say. A gingerbread house decorating station and live performances in store windows of scenes from "The Nutcracker" ballet will highlight the event Saturday, Dec. 1.
Shoot free throws, win turkeys at Lombard event Nov 14, 2012 12:00 AM
In the old days, anyone who wanted a turkey for a Thanksgiving feast had to shoot for it, possibly even with a bow and arrow. This fall, the Lombard Park District is bringing back the concept of shooting for a turkey — but with a different type of shot, a basketball shot.
Lombard’s Prairie Days mixes fun, learning Sep 16, 2012 12:00 AM
Lombard's annual Prairie Days event held Sunday at Terrace View Park included family-oriented fun like games and music as well as educational exhibits about conservation and the environment.
Prairie Day in Lombard puts native plants on display Sep 12, 2012 12:00 AM
At Prairie Day in Lombard, the good, native plants will be running wild, growing along the shores of Terrace View Pond for all to see. But the bad, invasive plants? They'll be behind bars. The Lombard Garden Club and Lombard Park District, which team up to run the annual, free, one-day celebration of all things prairie, have created "a jail for all of the plants that should not be in the prairie," said garden club Co-President Rose Roth.
Taste of Lombard benefits community causes Jul 2, 2012 12:00 AM
Taste of Lombard visitors know to expect variety from the five-day fest, now in its 30th year. But what many taste attendees don't know is the extent of the event's charitable impact, organizers say. "That's what a lot of people don't realize about the Taste of Lombard," said Jackie West, president of the Lombard Jaycees, which runs the event.
Glenbards moving ahead with artificial turf fields May 23, 2012 12:00 AM
Artificial turf will be installed at football fields at Glenbard South and East this summer, ready for the start of the new school year in August. Those are the two final schools to get new turf since Glenbard High School District 87 started a turf replacement program at Glenbard North in 2009, followed by Memorial Field at Glenbard West in 2010.
Glenbards moving ahead with artificial turf fieldsMay 22, 2012 12:00 AM
Artificial turf will be installed at football fields at Glenbard South and East this summer, ready for the start of the new school year in August. Those are the two final schools to get new turf since Glenbard High School District 87 started a turf replacement program at Glenbard North in 2009, followed by Memorial Field at Glenbard West in 2010.
Editorial: Review, choose conference costs wisely May 15, 2012 12:00 AM
Local governments should more carefully weigh the costs of sending employees to training conferences, a Daily Herald editorial says.