Articles filed under Park Districts
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Schaumburg prohibits drones within 100 feet of village-owned propertyMay 28, 2025 3:31 pm - Schaumburg trustees have prohibited flying drones within 100 feet of village-owned property now that the state has reaffirmed the right of local governments to impose such regulations.
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‘It looks beautiful’: Historic Arcada Theatre organ gets repairs, upgradesMay 23, 2025 5:00 am - The historic pipe organ at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles is being refurbished by the Chicago Area Theatre Organ Enthusiasts, with plans to reinstall it in time for the theater's 100th anniversary next year.
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History detective uncovers stories of Arlington Heights’ forgotten Civil War soldiersMay 22, 2025 7:38 pm - An Arlington Heights history buff discovered the names and stories of nine Civil War soldiers from Arlington Heights who died in the war. They’ll be honored for the first time Monday during the town’s annual Memorial Day ceremony.
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Show off your skills at 14th annual Geneva’s Got Talent competitionMay 21, 2025 11:27 pm - Geneva’s Got Talent competition now accepting all ages and talents to audition June 7; contestants compete in semi-finals and finals on main stage during Swedish Days Festival June 18-19.
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Goats for Growth: Springbrook Nature Center launches innovative community restoration programMay 21, 2025 12:31 am - Springbrook Nature Center launches "Goats for Growth" initiative, using goats to naturally restore land while offering fun community events like yoga, selfies with goats, and more to raise funds.
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Pedal power: Schaumburg gears up for a month of biking funMay 20, 2025 2:20 pm - Schaumburg encourages biking in June with events like a police-escorted tour, business and family challenges to record miles, and a Bike to Metra Day.
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Following $5.9M renovation, new Batavia community center expected to open this fallMay 15, 2025 1:22 pm - Batavia Park District residents will have a slew of new programming and a new indoor recreational facility at their disposal by the end of the year, as construction is well underway on the Patrick J. Callahan Community Center.
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Mundelein Park & Recreation District received finance awardMay 14, 2025 12:02 pm - The Mundelein Park & Recreation District has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2023.
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Mount St. Mary Park in St. Charles earns arboretum statusMay 12, 2025 10:55 pm - St. Charles' Mount St. Mary Park achieves Level II arboretum accreditation, recognizing its diverse collection of over 100 tree species and planting efforts over the past decade.
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Officials: $32 million Arlington Heights park refresh won’t disrupt Frontier DaysMay 12, 2025 6:25 pm - The Arlington Heights Park District is embarking on the final phases of a $32 million renovation of Recreation Park, but work is timed not to disrupt the annual Frontier Days festival held at the park.