Articles filed under Park Districts
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SHS freshman claims title of Schaumburg IdolAug 21, 2012 2:09 pm - The singing contest that began with 10 contestants ended with only one Schaumburg Idol. Schaumburg Park District’s fourth annual search for the next singing superstar, ...
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Cardboard boats set sail at Fox Lake regattaAug 19, 2012 12:09 pm - Cardboard is usually associated with the more utilitarian aspects of life, like storing old files. But Fox Lake’s Cardboard Cup Regatta, held Sunday afternoon at Lakefr...
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Down-home blues featured at RibfestAug 18, 2012 10:55 am - Chicago blues and award-winning ribs highlight the Little Bear Ribfest set for 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, and 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, at Century Park, 1001 La...
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New director takes over Palatine Children’s ChorusAug 17, 2012 11:45 am - A new voice with a long history with the Palatine Children’s Chorus will be leading the chorus into its 26th season. Rachel Rosellini has been named the new chorus direc...
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West Chicago park commissioner resigns for possible mayoral bidAug 17, 2012 11:00 am - West Chicago Park District Commissioner Bill Spelman resigned this week to focus on a possible run for mayor. Spelman said Friday he is “considering other political aspi...
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West Chicago Park District puts rec center on ballotAug 17, 2012 10:00 am - West Chicago Park District will ask residents in November for permission to borrow $15 million to build a community recreation center. Park officials voted this week to ...
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Former Libertyville mayor honored:Aug 15, 2012 5:25 pm - Former Libertyville Mayor Duane Laska will have a park named after him, the village board agreed on Tuesday. Based on a recommendation from the village board’s parks and...
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Help get your child ready for preschoolAug 15, 2012 2:53 pm - The Palatine Park District offers a state licensed preschool for children ages 3-5, with experienced teachers offering a variety of developmentally appropriate activitie...
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Work and fun: summer internship at the park districtAug 15, 2012 11:00 am - Remember as a child when your parents signed you up for your first sports team or dance class with the park district? Or that art program where you would make projects t...
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No tax increase for dog park in Arlington HeightsAug 15, 2012 11:00 am - Plans for a proposed dog park in Arlington Heights will move forward, but not as a part of the $39 million park renovation referendum before voters in November. The Arli...