BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wilmette Park District - ECPv6.16.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wilmettepark.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wilmette Park District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20240506T210404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T220023Z UID:70623-1778868000-1779015600@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:WCT Student-Directed Plays Open DESCRIPTION:Wilmette Children’s Theater\n2026 Student-Directed One-Act Plays:\nFairytale Lane\n\nMay 15 at 6 pm\nMay 16 at 11 am\nMay 17 at 11 am\n\nPerformances Showcase: \n\nWorst Fairy Tale Ever by Todd Wallinger\nThe Ever After by Nathan Hartswick\nHappily Never After by Tim Kelly\nGoldilocks on Trial by Stuart L. Sheeley\n\nTICKETS $13 – Ticket sales begin at 10 am on April 28. Purchase tickets online\, or at the Community Recreation Center front desk. For more information\, please call 847-256-9686. \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/wct-student-directed-plays/ LOCATION:Community Recreation Center CATEGORIES:Center For The Arts,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/21115304/FT26-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20250701T160309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T214750Z UID:81628-1779008400-1779015600@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Friends of Elmwood Dunes Workday 5/17 DESCRIPTION:Summer Stewardship Workday –\nat Elmwood Dunes\n\nMay 17 from 9-11 am\nElmwood Dunes Preserve – at Elmwood Avenue\n\nJoin Friends of Elmwood Dunes for a chance to work at the Preserve! Spend the morning in the fresh air and sunshine. Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Remember to bring gardening gloves and drinking water. Tools provided by the Wilmette Park District. Email Elmwooddunes8@gmail.com for more information. \nHosted by Friends of Elmwood Dunes \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/friends-of-elmwood-dunes-workday-may/ LOCATION:Elmwood Dunes Preserve\, Elmwood Avenue\, Wilmette\, 60091\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/01092624/ElmwoodEvent-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20260401T174923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215958Z UID:87148-1779008400-1779015600@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Bench Press Competition DESCRIPTION:Get Pumped for the Center Fitness Club’s \nBench Press Competition\nThink you’ve got the strongest bench in the gym? Put it to the test at our Bench Press Competition! Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just want to challenge yourself\, this event is all about strength & fun! You’ll have three attempts to complete your heaviest bench press and see who will be this year’s champion! \n\nMay 17\, 9-11 am\nAt the Center Fitness Club’s Functional Training Room\nRegistration Fee: $20\nAge 14 & up\n\nRegister at the Fitness Desk – registration closes 5/11! Age/gender divisions will be assigned after registration closes. Registration includes event t-shirt (Adult small-2XL). \nRules below:\n\nCheck-in opens 30–45 minutes before lifting begins – warmup ahead of assigned timeslot is encouraged.\nEach participant will have 3 attempts to hit their maximum bench press.\nYour heaviest successful lift will count as your final score.\nMust follow standard bench press form:\n\nBar must touch chest\nFull lockout at the top\nNo bouncing or excessive arching\n\n\nSpotters & judge required for each lift.\nJudges’ decisions are final.\nEach division’s 1st place champion wins 1 FREE month CFC Gym Membership.\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/bench-press-competition/ LOCATION:Center Fitness Club CATEGORIES:Events,Fitness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/01121813/BPC26-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T084500 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20260430T171042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T220007Z UID:88003-1779260400-1779266700@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Flow & Glow\, 5/20 DESCRIPTION:Flow & Glow\nA Center Fitness Club event\nHeld at Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park \n\nMay 20\, 7-8:45 am\nGeneral Fee: $45 per class\nRegister Here!\n\nFind your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating experience! Join us in the month of May – register for as many days as you want! \n\n45-minute Vinyasa yoga flow at the Wallace Bowl\n15-minute transition as we stroll to the sauna\n45-minute sauna session at Campfire Sauna & Social\n\nWith a meditative playlist setting the tone\, this class is designed to help you unwind\, reset and leave feeling grounded and renewed. For more info\, contact Liz Antman\, Fitness Manager: lantman@wilpark.org \nWeather uncertain? Check our Current Weather Conditions page for announcements the day-of! \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/flow-glow-5-20/ LOCATION:Wallace Bowl\, 800 Gillson Park Dr.\, Wilmette\, Illinois\, 60091\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Fitness,Gillson Beach Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/30113313/FG26-Fi2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260521T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20250403T171005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T214802Z UID:79456-1779354000-1779361200@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Go Green Wilmette Mallinckrodt Park Workday 5/21 DESCRIPTION:Summer Stewardship Workday –\nwith Mallinckrodt Park Habitat Helpers\n\nMay 21 from 9-11 am\nMallinckrodt Park – 1960 Elmwood Avenue\n\nTogether with Go Green Wilmette\, you’ll connect with the earth and get your hands dirty weeding native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring drinking water and gardening gloves\, and dress for the weather. Trowels and tools provided by the Wilmette Park District. Email info@gogreenwilmette.org for more information. \nHosted by Go Green Wilmette \n  \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/go-green-wilmette-mallinckrodt-park-workday-may/ LOCATION:Mallinckrodt Park\, 1041A Ridge Rd.\, Wilmette\, 60091\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Sustainability ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/03102645/MallinckrodtEvent-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T153000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20260112T194957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T204129Z UID:85121-1779370200-1779377400@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:May Bingo Party DESCRIPTION:Bingo Party\nat Mallinckrodt Center (1041A Ridge Rd.) \n\nThursday\, May 21\n1:30-3:30 pm\nREGISTER HERE\n\nFees: \n\nMallinckrdot Members – $10\nNon-members – $13\n\nEnjoy an afternoon of friendly competition\, laughter\, and great prizes. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo player or a beginner\, everyone is welcome to join the fun! Light refreshments and snacks will be provided to keep the energy going. Bring your friends or come make new ones- it’s sure to be a memorable event. Prizes kindly sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield.\n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/bingo-party/ LOCATION:Mallinckrodt Center\, 1041A Ridge Rd.\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/06151041/BP26-MAY-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20240408T181341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215940Z UID:70122-1779389100-1779393600@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Dance Alliance Showcase DESCRIPTION:2026 Dance Alliance Showcase\nThe Wilmette Dance Alliance is excited to perform their latest skills and choreography! \nThursday\, May 21 at 6:45 pm \nFREE performance! \nPerformance takes place at the Community Recreation Center\, 3000 Glenview Rd. \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/dance-team-showcase/ LOCATION:Community Recreation Center CATEGORIES:Center For The Arts,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/20095654/SRD26-Fi-showcase.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20250502T171127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T180711Z UID:80005-1779494400-1779580799@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Opening Weekend: Beaches & Pools DESCRIPTION:5/23: Let Summer Begin!\nWilmette Swimming Beaches officially OPEN and preseason begins at the Centennial Family Aquatic Center on Saturday\, May 23. \nGillson Beach Parking Lot\nStarting 5/23\, parking decals or daily parking permits are required at the Gillson Beach Parking Lot. \n\nPurchase a parking decal & learn more here.\n*Parking Passes must be picked up in person at the Administrative Office\, Lakeview Center\, Community Recreation Center\, Centennial Recreation Complex (ICE Desk) or Centennial Family Aquatic Center (upon seasonal opening).\n\nBeach & Pool Season Passes & Info\n**Regular season rates begin 5/23 on Beach & Pool Season Passes! Take advantage of our Early Bird rates and purchase your pass before 11:59 pm on 5/22. \nVisit the Beach: \n\nBeach Passes and Parking\nVisitor Info\n\nVisit Centennial Pools: \n\n\n\nPool Passes & Fees\n2026 Pool Schedule\n\n\n\n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/opening-weekend-beaches-pools/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/02113759/Beach25-OpeningWeekend-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T084500 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20260430T170906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T220012Z UID:88005-1779865200-1779871500@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:Flow & Glow\, 5/27 DESCRIPTION:Flow & Glow\nA Center Fitness Club event\nHeld at Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park \n\nMay 27\, 7-8:45 am\nGeneral Fee: $45 per class\nRegister Here!\n\nFind your calm and melt away stress in this rejuvenating experience! Join us in the month of May – register for as many days as you want! \n\n45-minute Vinyasa yoga flow at the Wallace Bowl\n15-minute transition as we stroll to the sauna\n45-minute sauna session at Campfire Sauna & Social\n\nWith a meditative playlist setting the tone\, this class is designed to help you unwind\, reset and leave feeling grounded and renewed. For more info\, contact Liz Antman\, Fitness Manager: lantman@wilpark.org \nWeather uncertain? Check our Current Weather Conditions page for announcements the day-of! \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/flow-glow-5-27/ LOCATION:Wallace Bowl\, 800 Gillson Park Dr.\, Wilmette\, Illinois\, 60091\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Fitness,Gillson Beach Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/30113313/FG26-Fi2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T114431 CREATED:20240408T181307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215952Z UID:70128-1780142400-1780239600@wilmettepark.org SUMMARY:2026 Spring Dance Recital DESCRIPTION:2026 Spring Dance Recital\nthe Symphony of Dance \nSupport the Wilmette Center for the Arts dance students and attend the Spring Dance Recital!\nPERFORMANCES: Saturday & Sunday\, May 30 & 31 \n\nCast A at Noon\nCast B at 3 pm\nTickets: $13\, PURCHASE HERE! (general sales begin 5/12)\n\nPerformances take place at the Community Recreation Center\, 3000 Glenview Rd. \n\n \n Download PDF\n \n \n \n Save This Page as a PDF URL:https://wilmettepark.org/event-list/spring-dance-recital/ LOCATION:Community Recreation Center CATEGORIES:Center For The Arts,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d11ixze0kvt635.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20094316/SRD26-Fi.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR