Save these Dates for Free Fun Fall Events

IIt was inevitable. The lazy summer days are quickly coming to a close. We can’t believe how fast the weeks are flying by. Don’t despair, because the fun will continue through the fall season. The following is a list of activities that you and your family can take part in the next few months.

Fall Fest

It’s a fun afternoon for the whole family. Enjoy food vendors, the Fountaindale Public Library Bookmobile, archery, tricycle races, bingo, a pumpkin patch, team building and more.

Fall Fest takes place on September 30 from 3:00–6:00 pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Ln) Presented by UChicago Medicine | AdventHealth Bolingbrook.

2nd Annual Celebration of Special Recreation

Explore a variety of fun and challenging adapted recreational activities while connecting with community service providers. Presented collaboratively by Bolingbrook Arts Council, Bolingbrook Park District, Northern Will County Special Recreation Association and Angelic Kindness. This celebration takes place on October 7 from 11:00 am–3:00 pm at the Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr) Please visit celebratespecialrec.org for more details.

Board of Commissioners

A Letter from the Executive Director

Thank you, Bolingbrook, for the warm welcome I have received since my arrival in May. It has been an honor to serve as Executive Director of the Bolingbrook Park District. It has been a summer to remember witnessing amazing memories created in our programs, events, facilities, parks and trails!

President Jerry Hix jhix@bolingbrookparks.org

Vice President Sue Vastalo svastalo@bolingbrookparks.org

I must admit something (no offense to summer), I get super excited for the arrival of fall. It is by far my favorite season as summer heat begins to dissipate and the leaves transform into a variety of beautiful colors. I savor every moment of being outdoors before the chill of winter fills the air.

The Bolingbrook Park District is proud to present a full variety of fun opportunities for individuals to develop new interests as well as enhance their physical and mental well-being this fall. Warning: the park district does not have everything for everyone; however, it does have something fun for everyone!

There is something for you at the park district if you like everything from…

• Preschool to senior outings.

• Miles of trails, variety of playgrounds, athletic fields/courts and picnic shelters to golf course & aquatic, fitness and community centers.

• Aquatics, dance, gymnastics and martial arts for all age groups to combo gymnastics & martial arts + obstacles—Ninjas.

• Walking/running in a fun community setting, with your dog—Howl-O-ween 5k to Parkie’s 5k—without your dog.

Treasurer Frank McKay fmckay@bolingbrookparks.org

Secretary Dorothy Andrews dandrews@bolingbrookparks.org

• Free family events—Fall Fest, Family Obstacle Challenge, Celebration of Special Recreation, Freaky Fun Friday, Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt to free fitness events—Dog Sensory Hike, Hot Cider Stroll and the Thanksgiving Turkey Burner.

If these opportunities do not pique your interest, there are literally hundreds of additional programs to choose from. Explore the brochure and jump into something that can add life to your years and years to your life.

Yours in recreation!

Commissioner Jake McVey jmcvey@bolingbrookparks.org

Mike Selep Executive Director

Board of Commissioners Meeting Information

The Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners have scheduled board meetings the third Thursday of each month. All meetings are held in the Board Room at Annerino Community Center, 201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook, Illinois.

To find the Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes, visit www.bolingbrookparks.org . Each date has a hyperlink that takes you to that month’s minutes or agenda.

10:15 am, & 5:00 pm FREE

Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr.)

Thursday, August 17

Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners Meeting

7:00 pm—Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr.)

Friday, August 18

Family Obstacle Challenge

6:00–8:00 pm FREE Sponsored by Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr.)

Saturday, August 26 Parkie’s 5K 8:00 AM

$29 by July 31; $34 Aug 1–24; $40 Race Day

Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Saturday, August 26 Super Parkie’s Fun Run

Approximately 9:15 am $10 Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Thursday, September 7

Hit the Trails 1:00–2:00 pm

$20 (includes t-shirt)

Various Trails

Saturday, September 9

Dog Sensory Hike

1:00–2:30 pm

FREE . Sponsored by James S. Boan Woods (410 Schmidt Rd)

Saturday, September 9

Celebrating With My Grown-up — Cute Little Carnival

4:00–5:30 pm

$38 ($25 w/Resident ID)

Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr.)

Saturday, September 16

Adult Trip-Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest

1:00-5:00 pm

$75 ($65 w/Resident ID)

Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr.)

Thursday, September 21

Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners Meeting

7:00 pm—Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Dr.)

Friday, September 22

Preschool Pajama Party — Superhero School 5:30–7:30 pm

$37 ($25 w/Resident ID)

Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Ln.)