Public Hearing on December 9; Truth In Taxation
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Public Hearing on December 9; Truth In Taxation
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SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
Gillson Park Master Landscape Plan Open House Tuesday, June 20 4-7 pm At the Mallinckrodt Center, 1041A Ridge Rd., Wilmette We Need Your Input! SEE Tree Cover Analysis DISCUSS Existing Conditions TELL US What You Think The Wilmette Park District and Upland Design are hosting an open house to discuss future landscape improvements at Gillson […]
Thursday, June 22, 7-8:30 pm Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute Wallace Bowl Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute is the ultimate tribute to the music of ABBA – sure to capture the hearts of fans and audiences of all ages! This live show is full of musical precision, fabulous flair and fashion, and promises a mesmerizing ABBA […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
LEARN TO SUP Our two-hour Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) lesson will introduce you to the techniques and skills required to comfortably set off on your SUP. Instructors from The Northwest Passage guide you through the basics of SUP from proper paddle techniques to the essential safety skills to confidently SUP. No experience is necessary. All […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
Sunday, June 25, 4-5:30 pm Illinois Brass Band Mallinckrodt Gazebo Illinois Brass Band: Dedicated to bringing British – style brass band music to audiences in Chicago and across the Midwest, George Foster and William Holmer founded The Illinois Brass Band in February of 1991 with assistance from Boosey and Hawkes. The band is composed of thirty […]
LEARN TO KAYAK Age 5 & up Build your confidence and learn new skills with this two-hour kayak lesson. No experience is necessary. We provide all the equipment (including wet suits). After an on-land safety briefing, your instructor(s) from The Northwest Passage will guide you through the basic skills and techniques to grow your kayak […]
Parent Night Out Going on a date night, and can't find a babysitter? Bring your kiddos to the Lakeview Center for an evening of crafts, a pajama dance party, and dinner! Slices of pizza will be provided for dinner with a small bottle of water. Age 4-13 R-$35/NR-$45 Friday, June 30 from 5-8 pm REGISTER
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
DASH THE DOODLE! 2023 Yankee Doodle Dash 5K Start the Independence Day Celebration with our annual tradition, and dash the streets of Wilmette in our dandy 5K! REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. *No on-site registration will be available - wish our runners luck! Packet Pickup ends 6/29. EVENT INFO: Date: Monday, July 3 Race Start: 8 am […]
NEW THIS YEAR: July 3 Star Spangled Splash! Event Details: Date: July 3 Time: 11:30 am-1:30 pm Location: Centennial Park Fee: FREE family activities in the park Pool Fee: FREE for residents / daily fee applies for non-residents Event Schedule: Carnival Games Face Painting Bounce House Confetti “Fireworks Show” & MUCH, MUCH MORE! Centennial Pools are open 11 am-4 […]
Fun & Fireworks Event Details: Date: Monday, July 3 Time: 5-10 pm Location: Gillson Park Fee: FREE Family Event Enjoy an evening packed with Independence Day Celebration at Gillson Park! We’ll have food vendors, live music, performers and a fireworks show to kick off your 4th a day early. Bags are subject to search. No sparklers allowed. Event Schedule 5 […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
Join The Fat Shallot for a scrumptious beachside dinner! Sand, surf and a taste of Nawlins! We'll spread out crawfish and shrimp boiled with andouille sausage, corn on the cob, artichokes, potatoes and garlic. Price includes beer and wine and live New Orleans style music. Make your reservation here
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
LEARN TO KAYAK Age 5 & up Build your confidence and learn new skills with this two-hour kayak lesson. No experience is necessary. We provide all the equipment (including wet suits). After an on-land safety briefing, your instructor(s) from The Northwest Passage will guide you through the basic skills and techniques to grow your kayak […]
Thursday, July 13, 7-8:30 pm Shout Out Wallace Bowl Shout Out is comprised of some of Chicago’s finest professional musicians. Shout Out performs a wide variety of music from the 60s through today’s top hits. You will hear all of your favorite Top 40 radio hits from artists like Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, […]
Parent Night Out Going on a date night, and can't find a babysitter? Bring your kiddos to the Lakeview Center for an evening of crafts, a pajama dance party, and dinner! Slices of pizza will be provided for dinner with a small bottle of water. Age 4-13 R-$35/NR-$45 Friday, July 14 from 5-8 pm REGISTER
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
Sunday, July 16, 4-5:30 pm Rosie and the Rivets Mallinckrodt Gazebo Rosie & The Rivets perform the best danceable music of the 1950’s and early 1960’s along with some current hits with a retro twist. Not your typical ‘oldies playing oldies’ band, they perform a high energy show that’s fun for all ages. You’ll hear early […]
Pop-up Sundae Funday Let’s celebrate everyone’s favorite frozen treat in honor of National Ice Cream Month! Come by Mallinckrodt Park for a sweet treat on a hot summer day. Bring the whole family and keep cool as you stroll the park. Monday, July 17 3:30-5 pm Mallinckrodt Park (1041A Ridge Rd.) FREE All ages
You'll go nuts for our early fall programs! 2023 early fall programs are posting online 7/18 - check out all our classes, workshops and events as the seasons change! Explore Early Fall 2023 Registration opens at 10 am: 8/1 for residents 8/8 for non-residents Early fall session runs 8/21-10/22.
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
GILLSON BEACH CAMPOUT Saturday-Sunday, July 22-23 7:30 pm-8 am Age 2 & up w/adult REGISTER **SOLD OUT - join the waitlist** Set up your own tent in a designated area on the beach and then join us for some early evening entertainment. As the sun sets, roast marshmallows around the campfire and enjoy some family-friendly […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
LEARN TO SUP Our two-hour Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) lesson will introduce you to the techniques and skills required to comfortably set off on your SUP. Instructors from The Northwest Passage guide you through the basics of SUP from proper paddle techniques to the essential safety skills to confidently SUP. No experience is necessary. All […]
Wednesday, July 26, 12:30-1:15 pm (KID’S SHOW!) *rescheduled date* Nanny Nikki Hibbard Park Nanny Nikki is a Grammy® Nominated Artist who loves to bring life to classic children’s songs as well as her original music. Join her for a high energy, interactive, musical show including sing-along songs, dancing, puppets and more! Either performing alone or with […]
Wilmette Dance Team 2023 Auditions Thursday, July 27 4:45 pm: Mini Team (Ages 5-7) REGISTER for a Mini Dance Team Audition 5:45 pm: Jr and Sr Team (Ages 8-16) REGISTER for a Jr and Sr Dance Team Audition Register now to reserve your audition slot! Must have at least one year of dance experience. Dance […]
Parent Night Out Going on a date night, and can't find a babysitter? Bring your kiddos to the Lakeview Center for an evening of crafts, a pajama dance party, and dinner! Slices of pizza will be provided for dinner with a small bottle of water. Age 4-13 R-$35/NR-$45 Friday, July 28 from 5-8 pm REGISTER
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
You'll go nuts for our early fall programs! Check out all our classes, workshops and events as the seasons change, and plan ahead for registration. Explore Early Fall 2023 Registration opens at 10 am: 8/1 for residents 8/8 for non-residents Early fall session runs 8/21-10/22.
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
End of Summer Exhibition FREE for spectators Saturday, August 5 From 11:15 am-12:45 pm All ages Centennial Ice Rinks 2300 Glenview Road Cheer on our talented skaters as they showcase all the skills they've learned over the summer! Admission is free to the public.
Join The Fat Shallot for a scrumptious beachside steak extravaganza! We've modeled this evening after club dinners made famous in NYC in 20’s and 30’s. Enjoy as much steak as your plate can hold! We will serve an assortment of cuts around standing tables with garlic bread, wedge salad and dipping sauces for the meat. […]
SUP Yoga Class Start your morning with a peaceful yoga class on Lake Michigan! SUP Yoga takes place on a Stand Up Paddleboard and is a combination of paddle boarding and yoga practice. This class will be a combination of a gentle flow vinyasa, and a connection to nature through a floating savasana. Age 12-99 […]
You'll go nuts for our early fall programs! Check out all our classes, workshops and events as the seasons change, and plan ahead for registration. Explore Early Fall 2023 Resident registration opened on 8/1. Non-resident registration opens 8/8 at 10 am. Early fall session runs 8/21-10/22.
Wednesday, August 9, 12:30-1:15 pm (KID’S SHOW!) Wendy & DB Mallinckrodt Gazebo Wendy & DB, an award-winning kindie duo from Chicago, with two guitars, a ukulele, and their voices, write and perform songs about science, nature, diversity, animals, safety, and the arts. Their unique style is reflected in the music and catchy lyrics along with their […]
S'MORES AND STORIES Thursday, August 10 6:30-7:30 pm At Gillson Park R-$10 / NR-$13 Age 1 & Up REGISTER Come enjoy a campfire and stories read by camp counselors, staff and friends in the Park District, while you build the stickiest and gooiest s’more ever!
Thursday, August 10, 7-8:30 pm Yacht Rock-ettes Wallace Bowl The Yacht Rock-ettes are Chicago’s very own female-fronted yacht rock band. This 7 member band features all the smooth rock hits from the 70’s & 80’s, including songs from Michael McDonald, Hall & Oates, Toto, Christopher Cross, Player, Ambrosia, Captain and Tenille, and more. And while the music […]
KEEP YOUR DAY JOB MUSIC FESTIVAL FREE community event! Saturday, August 12 From 5-8 pm All ages Centennial Recreation Complex Parking Lot 2300 Glenview Road ROCK THE LOT! The fest returns for year 2 of hyper-local bands, food trucks*, adult beverages and merch. Bring your chairs and your rock n’ roll ‘tude! *Food Trucks: Fat […]
GILLSON BEACH CAMPOUT Saturday-Sunday, August 12-13 7:30 pm-8 am Age 2 & up w/adult REGISTER **SOLD OUT - join the waitlist** Set up your own tent in a designated area on the beach and then join us for some early evening entertainment. As the sun sets, roast marshmallows around the campfire and enjoy some family-friendly […]
Wednesday, August 16, 12:30-1:15 pm (KID’S SHOW!) *rescheduled date* Jeanie B. Wallace Bowl Jeanie B! has been called “Velcro for kids.” Jeanie’s style is upbeat but laid back and authentic. Her interactive shows are jammed-packed with dancing, sing-a-longs, and plenty of silliness; everyone goes home happy! Jeanie B! has been writing, singing, teaching, and performing music […]
LEARN TO KAYAK Age 5 & up Build your confidence and learn new skills with this two-hour kayak lesson. No experience is necessary. We provide all the equipment (including wet suits). After an on-land safety briefing, your instructor(s) from The Northwest Passage will guide you through the basic skills and techniques to grow your kayak […]
Thursday, August 17, 7-8:30 pm Evanston Symphony Orchestra Wallace Bowl View our full season schedule HERE!
Parent Night Out Going on a date night, and can't find a babysitter? Bring your kiddos to the Lakeview Center for an evening of crafts, a pajama dance party, and dinner! Slices of pizza will be provided for dinner with a small bottle of water. Age 4-13 R-$35/NR-$45 Friday, August 18 from 5-8 pm REGISTER
Yoga at Maple Park Join us at Maple Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Shannon, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes are open to all ages and abilities, and take place outdoors in the fresh air. Remember to bring along a mat or towel for your […]
A Ouilmette Foundation Fundraiser Join us for the 2023 Beach Bash Saturday, August 19th 6-11 pm Gillson Beach Parking Lot TICKETS & more information Food, Booze & Bands
Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation about our Sustainability Planning Process, and learn more about the Park District’s environmental goals. August Table Talks Theme: What IS Sustainability? Chat with Lucy and gain a stronger understanding of the concept, why it's important, and accessible […]
Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation about our Sustainability Planning Process, and learn more about the Park District’s environmental goals. August Table Talks Theme: What IS Sustainability? Chat with Lucy and gain a stronger understanding of the concept, why it's important, and accessible […]
LEARN TO SUP Our two-hour Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) lesson will introduce you to the techniques and skills required to comfortably set off on your SUP. Instructors from The Northwest Passage guide you through the basics of SUP from proper paddle techniques to the essential safety skills to confidently SUP. No experience is necessary. All […]
Yoga at Vattmann Park Join us at Vattmann Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Lori, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes are open to all ages and abilities, and take place outdoors in the fresh air. Remember to bring along a mat or towel for your […]
Table Talks! Stop by our table to meet with Sustainability Coordinator Lucy Mellen and enjoy a casual conversation about the Sustainability Planning Process, and learn more about the Park District’s environmental goals. August Table Talks theme: What IS Sustainability? Chat with Lucy and gain a stronger understanding of the concept, why it's important, and accessible […]
Bodyweight Bootcamp at Maple Park Join us at Maple Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Shannon, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes are open to all ages and abilities, and take place outdoors in the fresh air. Remember to bring along a mat or towel for […]
THE Wilmette Block Party returns! Saturday, September 9 Noon-10 pm Village Center Hosted by: Wilmette Park District, Village of Wilmette and Wilmette/Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce The Wilmette Park District, Village of Wilmette and the Wilmette/Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce are bringing THE Wilmette Block Party to Wilmette again in 2023! The event is scheduled to run […]
Pilates at Vattmann Park Join us at Vattmann Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Chris P., one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes are open to all ages and abilities, and take place outdoors in the fresh air. Remember to bring along a mat or towel for […]
Pilates at Mallinckrodt Park Join us at Mallinckrodt Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by KC, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes are open to all ages and abilities, and take place outdoors in the fresh air. Remember to bring along a mat or towel for your […]
Late Fall is one HOOT of a season! The weather is changing and there’s magic in the air! Spend the season with all your favorite events, workshops and programs at the Wilmette Park District! 2023 late fall programs are posting online 9/19. View Late Fall 2023 Registration opens at 10 am: 10/3 for residents 10/10 […]
Yoga at Vattmann Park Join us at Vattmann Park for this FREE Community Class, hosted by Lori, one of our awesome Center Fitness Club fitness instructors! Community Class Info Classes are open to all ages and abilities, and take place outdoors in the fresh air. Remember to bring along a mat or towel for your […]
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