Highlights
The Chicago Park District is one of the country's oldest park districts, overseeing more than 7,300 acres of parkland, 552 parks and 33 beaches. It is an independent taxing body that is headed by a superintendent who is appointed by the mayor of Chicago. Seven commissioners-also appointed by the mayor-manage and control the district's affairs. The district was created in 1934, consolidating nearly 22 independent park districts that ran parks across the city. Today, nine museums, two conservatories, 220 facilities and six golf courses sit on Chicago Park District land. The district is considered a "sister" agency of the City of Chicago.
The Chicago Park District is one of the country's oldest park districts, overseeing more than 7,300 acres of parkland, 552 parks and 33 beaches. It is an independent taxing body that is headed by a superintendent who is appointed by the mayor of Chicago. Seven commissioners-also appointed by the mayor-manage and control the district's affairs. The district was created in 1934, consolidating nearly 22 independent park districts that ran parks across the city. Today, nine museums, two conservatories, 220 facilities and six golf courses sit on Chicago Park District land. The district is considered a "sister" agency of the City of Chicago.
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Park District, Community Celebrate Black History Month
Staff reporterCulminating Black History Month, the Chicago Park District invites you to the 20th Annual ASHAKI Black History Month Celebration, an authentic Black History Month cultural experience highlighting five countries of the African Diaspora. This memorable...Tags: Black History, Black History Month, Africa
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SNERD - August 16, 2011
Staff reporterSNERD By Mortimer Snerd August 16, 2011 The Bears Looking for a "Sod-mother"… The controversy surrounding the slippery sod at Soldier Field isn't on solid footing behind the scenes. As Bears' and Chicago Park District bigwigs bicker about how best to...Tags: Maytag Corp., Football, Kanye West, George Gershwin, Atlanta Braves
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SNERD - August 17, 2011
The Bears Looking for a "Sod-mother"... The controversy surrounding the slippery sod at Soldier Field isn't on solid footing behind the scenes. As Bears' and Chicago Park District bigwigs bicker about how best to maintain the field, my football feelers...Tags: Coldplay (music group), Kanye West, Football, Ric Ocasek, George Gershwin
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Mexican Independence Day Parade and Celebration
Promotions InternOn September 18, 2011 the City of West Chicago is sponsoring a parade and celebration in the historic downtown district on Main Street. Mexican Independence Day Parade and Celebration Who: The City of West Chicago Park District What: Presents the...Tags: Festive Events, Arts and Culture
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Polar Express West Chicago Metra Station
Promotions InternBeginning in December of 2011 - Register Today for a magical 'Metra' ride with Santa as the West Chicago Park District sponsors its very own version of a holiday train ride inspired by the beloved children's book. Polar Express West Chicago Metra Station...Tags: Metra
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Wiggly Field Bark Bash
Promotions InternComing in April 2012 City of West Chicago will hold this event at Reed Keppler Park! Wiggly Field Bark Bash Who: The City of West Chicago What: Presents the Wiggly Field Bark Bash When: April 2012 Time: TBA Where: Reed Keppler Park West Chicago... -
Railroad Days
Promotions InternThru July 7-10 grab friends and family and head to Reed-Keppler Park in downtown West Chicago for this fantastic weekend of fun! Railroad Days! Who: The City of West Chicago Park District What: Presents the Mexican Independence Day Parade and...Tags: Festive Events, Transportation, West Chicago, Arts and Culture, Entertainment
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Blooming Fest
Promotions InternOn May 21, 2011 the City of West Chicago presents another colorful Blooming Fest, an annual downtown garden festival! Blooming Fest! Who: The City of West Chicago Park District What: Presents the Blooming Fest When: May 21, 2011 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:... -
Annual Back to School Health Fair Organized by Rush University
August 7--Free immunizations and physicals will be available at the sixth annual RU Caring Back-to-School Health Fair to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fosco Park, 1312 South Racine, Chicago. Registration ends at 12:45 p.m. The event is hosted by RU...Tags: Rush University Medical Center, Hospitals and Clinics, Colleges and Universities, Health, Illinois
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Olympic Center Planned for Washington Park
(WGN-AM) - Talks are under way to create a massive post-Olympics indoor youth athletic center in Washington Park, the cornerstone location of Chicago's plan to host the 2016 Games, the bid team confirmed. State officials are conducting preliminary...Tags: Track and Field, Executive Branch, Frederick Law Olmsted, Calvert Vaux, Government
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Group Offers Plan To Fully Open Lakefront
(WGN-AM)- Chicagoans love to brag about their open, people-friendly lakefront. In reality, 4 of the city's 30 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline are unavailable to the public--cordoned off by an intimidating combination of high-rises, "Private Property"...Tags: Chicago Tribune, South Shore, Daniel Burnham, Edgewater, Richard M. Daley
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Girl Dies Days After Choking at Beach
A young girl who was rescued this week while choking at Calumet Beach died Saturday night, officials said. Marianna Carabez, 4, address not released, was pronounced dead at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn at 7:12 p.m., according to a Cook...Tags: Chicago Tribune, Hospitals and Clinics, Health, Death, Chicago Fire Department
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