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Holiday Hours – December 2025
Happy Holidays! Wishing you a magical holiday season with good times and...
Read MoreNew Interpretive Signs Debut at Gillson Park and Langdon Beach
11/26/2025 New interpretive signs have been installed throughout Gillson Park and Langdon...
Read MoreCRC Restoration Project Updates
Updated 11.20.25 Next Steps at CRC Restoration of the Community Recreation Center...
Read MoreExciting New Climbing Wall Arrives at the Gymnastics Gym!
11/11/2025 The Wall A colorful new climbing wall designed for kids has...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Welcomes New Board Commissioner Julie Adrianopoli
10/15/2025 Wilmette Park District is delighted to welcome Julie Adrianopoli as the...
Read MoreNow Hiring: Fall 2025 & School Year
Guide. Teach. Lead. Inspire Explore your next job at the Wilmette Park...
Read MoreWPD Honored with IAPD Best of the Best Award for Partnership with Go Green Wilmette
9/23/2025 Best Friend of Illinois Parks—Small Business Wilmette Park District is proud...
Read MoreLate Fall Cultural Art Enrichment
Add an extra helping of fun and creativity to your Late Fall...
Read MoreTHE Wilmette Block Party 2025: A Look Back at a Day Full of Energy, Music, and Community.
9/25/2025 Downtown Wilmette came alive on Saturday, September 6 As thousands filled...
Read MoreCenter Fitness Club Celebrates 30 Years!
8/29/2025 Center Fitness Club Celebrates 30 Years! This year marks a special...
Read MoreIntroducing Our New Enhanced Search Function
Find What You Need—Faster! We’re thrilled to unveil a powerful new feature...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Board Announces Upcoming Commissioner Vacancy
Saying Goodbye to Commissioner Kosloskus Wilmette Park District Board of Park Commissioners...
Read MoreHoliday Hours – Labor Day
Happy Labor Day! Wishing you a spectacular long weekend of relaxation, time...
Read MoreBeat The Heat Gymnastics: We Saved You a Spot
We’ve got the perfect way to stay active & cool through the...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Selects Chris Lindgren as New Executive Director
Following a nationwide search, the Wilmette Park District Board of Park Commissioners...
Read MoreHibbard Park OSLAD Grant Project: Upgrades Begin June 16
Redevelopment at Hibbard Park is about to start, backed by a prestigious...
Read MoreSolar Energy Comes to the Wilmette Community Recreation Center
Wilmette Park District is proud to announce the installation of a solar...
Read MoreWarmer Weather Means Busier Parks — Let’s Keep Them Safe for Everyone!
As the weather warms up and more people are out enjoying our...
Read MoreCommunity Recreation Center Updates
Important Facility Update: Community Recreation Center Facility Open The Community Recreation Center...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Receives National Recognition for Seventeenth Consecutive Year for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Wilmette Park District is proud to announce that it has been awarded...
Read MoreSounds of Summer Live Performance Series for 2025
Wilmette Park District is thrilled to announce the return of our beloved...
Read MoreTouch the Sky with a new StoryWalk® at Vattmann Park
Spring is here, and with it comes a beloved community favorite—the return...
Read MoreCamp Cancellation Deadline, May 24!
It’s time to finalize your summer camp schedule! Review your Summer Camp...
Read MoreIntroducing New Library Passes for Free Beach Access at Gillson!
We are thrilled to announce a brand-new opportunity for beachgoers to enjoy...
Read MoreHoliday Hours – Memorial Day Weekend 2025
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! See below for special holiday hours at our...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Awarded $20,000 Urban and Community Forestry Grant to Enhance Local Tree Canopy
Wilmette Park District has been awarded a $20,000 Urban and Community Forestry...
Read MoreWilmette Xcel Gymnastics Team Brings Home Five State Titles
The Wilmette Park District’s Xcel Gymnastics Team delivered an outstanding performance at...
Read MoreIntroducing Wilmette Park District’s First Annual Report!
At Wilmette Park District, everything we do is rooted in a core...
Read More2025 South Beach Operations Announcement
The Wilmette Park District is excited to share our 2025 Lakefront Operations...
Read MoreThere’s still SPACE to Camp with us!
Whether you need additional coverage, or your camper is looking for a...
Read MorePARK IMPROVEMENTS on the way!
Langdon Playground Swings Temporarily Removed. WHEN: April 17-30 WHERE: Langdon Park Playground...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Election Results
Wilmette voters turned out on April 1, 2025, to elect three commissioners...
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Happy Easter! April 20 is a No Class date for our recreational...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Seeks Visionary Executive Director
The Wilmette Park District Board of Park Commissioners is conducting a national...
Read MoreCelebrating Young Athletes Who Lead with Kindness
At the Wilmette Park District, our mission is to enrich the quality...
Read MoreSPRING with us! Featured Spring Break Camps & Enrichment Programs
Prepare for the season of warmer days and blooming flowers. Catch these...
Read More2025 South Beach Operations – Updated DRAFT Proposal
Regular Board Meeting Draft Proposal Updates – 3.10.25 On Monday, March 10,...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Bids Farewell to Superintendent of Parks and Planning, Kristi Solberg
The Wilmette Park District announces the upcoming departure of Kristi Solberg, Superintendent...
Read MoreBird Flu Alert: What You Need To Know
Recent reports indicate an increase in dead or dying birds along the...
Read MoreThe Gillson Park Lesser Celandine Project
A Strategic Approach to an Invasive Challenge Gillson Park is bustling with...
Read More2025 Summer Job Fairs
Three opportunities to attend the Summer Job Fairs! Discover exciting opportunities at...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Appoints Interim Executive Director
The Wilmette Park District Board of Park Commissioners announced today the appointment...
Read MoreHibbard Park – OSLAD Grant!
Exciting news for the Wilmette community! The Wilmette Park District has been...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Executive Director Steve Wilson Resigns
January 6, 2025—Wilmette Park District Executive Director Steve Wilson announced today that...
Read More2025 Beach & Pool Season Passes
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Read MoreFrozen in February Party Package
Planning a party in February? Celebrate a special occasion and make magical...
Read MoreWilmette Park District South Beach Operations and Community Feedback
Wilmette Park District South Beach Operations and Community Feedback 12/17/24 – The...
Read MoreThe Snowfolk Building Contest returns in 2025!
Announcing the return of the Snowfolk Building Contest! Watch for snow, build...
Read MoreRegistration Features Continue to Expand
11/26/24 – We strive to give you a smooth and efficient experience...
Read MoreHoliday Season Special Events
Celebrate the Holiday Season with our special events and Park District traditions!...
Read MoreAdditional Q4 Committee of the Whole Meetings and Public Hearing Notice
View the notice for a December 9 Truth in Taxation Public Hearing...
Read MorePhase 1 of the Gillson Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins
10/29/24 – Phase 1 of the Gillson Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins! At...
Read MoreAdd MORE Late Fall!
Add more to your Late Fall season! Whether you need a little...
Read MoreYour Registration Experience Transformed!
9/25/24 – Your Registration Experience Transformed! In recent years, community interest in...
Read MoreExplore More Newsletter: September 2024
Our latest issue of Explore More arrived in resident mailboxes this week!...
Read MoreYour Wishlist, Revealed!
9/19/24 – Your Wishlist, Revealed! A new feature of the Registration Site...
Read MoreEnd of Season South Beach Update
9/4/24 – South Beach Fall Updates The 2024 swim season is over,...
Read MoreConstruction Updates: 10/7-10/8
The Wilmette Golf Club (3900 Fairway Dr.) is scheduled to receive replacement...
Read MoreCentennial Pool FAQ: Your Questions, Answered!
Centennial Family Aquatic Center 2024 Our lifeguards and pool staff work hard...
Read MoreStaff Highlight: Welcome, Emin, Conor and JP!
Staff Highlight: Welcome, Emin, Conor and JP! 8/20/24 – We’re proud to...
Read More2024 Wilmette Lakefront – Late Summer Season
Our beach season is winding down. As summer draws to a close,...
Read More2024 Centennial Pool Schedule – Late Summer Season
Soak up the Late Summer sun at Centennial! We’ve updated the 2024...
Read MoreYour New Job Awaits in Fall 2024!
Fall 2024 positions are posted on our employment page, and we can’t...
Read MoreProject Parks and Play Approved
Project Parks and Play Approved – Staff prepares to implement Comprehensive and Strategic...
Read MoreRegistration Portal Virtual Lobby FAQ
7/24/24 – Registration Portal Virtual Lobby FAQ It’s been a while since...
Read MoreHibbard Park Potential Improvements Follow-Up Survey
Thank you for attending our Public Input Meetings and completing our initial...
Read MoreSURVEY: North Shore Channel Trail Connection Feasibility Study
In partnership with the Village of Wilmette and City of Evanston, the...
Read MoreSummer Vibes at the Wilmette Lakefront
6/19/24 – SUMMER VIBES at the WILMETTE LAKEFRONT It’s beach season, and...
Read MoreSTAFF HIGHLIGHT: Welcome Laura Grunschel
6/12/24 – STAFF HIGHLIGHT: WELCOME LAURA GRUNSCHEL Please welcome our new recreation supervisor,...
Read MoreIt’s Official: Gillson Park Listed on National Register of Historic Places
IT’S OFFICIAL: GILLSON PARK, WILMETTE HARBOR LISTED TOGETHER ON NATIONAL REGISTER OF...
Read MoreSustainability Plan Update: Guide to Green
Sustainability Plan Update: Guide to Green 5/8/24 – In 2023, the Wilmette Park...
Read MoreWelcome, Katelynn Putkonen
4/24/24 – Say “hello” to your new Recreation General Manager, Katelynn Putkonen!...
Read MoreSomething is Missing at Keay Nature Center
4/17/24 – Something is Missing at Keay Nature Center You may have...
Read MoreAn Alien Encounter or Friendly Mowing Device?
4/12/24 – You may notice a little something quietly buzzing about during your...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Brings Safe Swimming to Gillson’s South Beach
4/9/24 – Wilmette Park District Brings Safe Swimming to Gillson’s South Beach...
Read MoreOn the Road to Building a Path: North Shore Channel Trail Connection Feasibility Study
3/13/24 – On the Road to Building a Path: North Shore Channel...
Read MoreGet Engaged with Project Parks and Play – AGAIN!
3/9/24 – Get Engaged with Project Parks and Play – Again! Last...
Read MoreDrainage Diaries: Rain Gardens of Shorewood Park
2/29/24 – Drainage Diaries: Rain Gardens of Shorewood Park A Brief History...
Read MoreNew Registration Technology, How it Works and Upcoming Registrations
2/20/24 – New Registration Technology, How it Works and Upcoming Registrations Cloud...
Read MoreWelcome, Eric Gonzalez
2/12/24 – Let’s extend a warm welcome for Eric Gonzalez, the new...
Read MoreSustainability Plan Draft Strategies for review
As we finalize the Sustainability Plan, we invite you to review our...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: January 2024
Nuts & Bolts: January 2024 Each day, our Parks and Planning team...
Read MoreExplore More Newsletter: January 2024
Our first issue of Explore More arrived in resident mailboxes over the...
Read MoreHow To: Summer Camp Registration
We know summer is hands-down the busiest time of year for most...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: December 2023
Nuts & Bolts: December 2023 Each day, our Parks and Planning team...
Read MoreCenter Fitness Club Upgrades to Make Your Heart Race
Center Fitness Club Upgrades to Make Your Heart Race 11/30/23 – As you...
Read MoreGillson’s Master Landscape Plan is Coming Along!
Thanks to our community’s input through three open houses and two surveys,...
Read MoreNovember 2023 Construction Updates
Two Wilmette Park District facilities will be receiving new HVAC units on...
Read MoreWilmette Park District Sustainability Plan Rolling Along
Wilmette Park District Sustainability Plan Rolling Along 11/9/23 – This summer, the...
Read MoreGillson Park considered for listing in National Register of Historic Places!
On October 27, the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council voted to recommend...
Read MoreWelcome, Paulette Villagran
10/31/23 – Staff Highlight: Welcome Paulette Villagran Wilmette Park District welcomes our...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: October 2023
Nuts & Bolts: October 2023 Each day, our Parks and Planning team...
Read MoreRent-A-Room for your parties, meetings & more!
Rent-A-Room at the Community Recreation Center! Location: 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette Available...
Read MoreCenter Fitness Club Cardio Floor & Equipment Project
Center Fitness Club Cardio Floor & Equipment Project NEW DATES: 10/24-10/31 We’re...
Read MoreMaple Park Playground has something for everyone
9/27/23 – Maple Park Playground has something for everyone! The Maple Park...
Read MoreWelcome, Dave Merrill
9/20/23 – A warm welcome to the Wilmette Park District’s new Superintendent...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: August 2023
Nuts & Bolts: August 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read MoreGymnastics Pit Receives Overhaul & Upgrade!
August 17, 2023 – In August, we turned a little extra attention...
Read MoreWork here! We’re pretty awesome!
Fall 2023 positions are posted on our employment page, and we can’t...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: July 2023
Nuts & Bolts: July 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read MoreWilmette Park District kicks off sustainability planning process
WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT KICKS OFF SUSTAINABILITY PLANNING PROCESSSustainability Plan and related activities...
Read More2023 Parks Day at the Capitol
Wilmette Park District Takes the Fun to the Capitol Posted: July 6,...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: June 2023
Nuts & Bolts: June 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read MoreWGC Hosts Women’s Golf Day
On Tuesday May 30, over 70 female golfers, with and without experience,...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: May 2023
Nuts & Bolts: May 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read MoreProject Parks and Play Update: May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023 Project Parks and Play Survey Results to be Presented...
Read MoreEarth Day at Keay Recap
April 27, 2023 Earth Day at Keay event brings nature lovers together...
Read MoreSummer Jobs Spark Career Possibilities
April 19, 2023 Summer Jobs Spark Career Possibilities Quick – name the...
Read MoreNuts & Bolts: March 2023
Nuts & Bolts: March 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read MoreAnnouncing a Green Milestone!
3/15/2023 Announcing a green milestone for the Wilmette Park District and the...
Read MoreWelcome Rosie Aliperta!
3/8/23 The Wilmette Park District’s recreation department recently gained a new teammate...
Read MoreThanks for spreading winter joy!
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Read MoreNuts & Bolts: February
Nuts & Bolts: February 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read MoreSpotlight on Center Fitness Club
Spotlight on the Center Fitness Club We’re bringing Center Fitness Club (CFC)...
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Nuts & Bolts: January 2023 There’s a full schedule of essential work completed...
Read More2022 Year in Review
January 13, 2022 From projects and construction, to new events and special...
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