Glenview Park District  •  2400 Chestnut Ave. •  Glenview, IL 60026  •  (847) 724-5670  •  glenviewparkdist.org

Park Center

Address: 2400 Chestnut Ave
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 724-5670
Hours: Registration Desk Hours
Mon.-Fri. 9 am-7:30 pm
Sat.-Sun.: 9 am-3 pm
Phone:  

Family Fun All Year Round
Below is general information about events held at Park Center throughout the year. See event listings at right for specific details on current dates, fees, etc.

Senior Flea Markets &

Senior Garage Sale

August 26 & 27, 9 am-1 pm

Pick up bargains at these periodic sales presented by the Glenview Senior Center. Open to the public.

 

Volunteer Service Fair

Saturday, September 25, 9 am-noon

Looking for a way to give back to your community? Learn about some of the many organizations, agencies and service clubs in the Glenview area offering volunteer opportunities at this free event sponsored by the glenview Senior Center and the Glenview Service Council.

Lakeview Room at Park Center
847-724-8010


Flying for Kids Kite Day

October 9, 10 am-3 pm

Children and families being your kites, demonstrate your flying abilities and get some high-flying tips. Fun competitions and awards.

Attea Middle School
2500 Chestnut Ave., 847- 724-5670

Admission: Free

"Make Your Own Kite" kits available for purchase
for $2 per kit.

 

All Community Garage Sale

Saturday, October 16, 9 am-1 pm

Reserve your table today. $25 one table/$35 two tables. Sign up at the Glenview Senior Center.

East Wing, Park Center
847-724-4793


Halloween Spooktacular

October 22, 6-8:30 pm

Halloween fun for youngsters age 2 and up! Costumed characters, entertainment, crafts, pumpkin hunt, costume contest, face painting, giant inflatables in the gym, food. Put on your costume and join us for an evening of fun! (Activities not suitable for children younger than 2 years old.)

$6 per child, ages 2-12


Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar

Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar

Wednesday, November 3, 10 am-2 pm
Thursday, November 4, 9 am-noon

Find beautiful and unique handmade holiday gifts at the Glenview Senior Center’s annual holiday bazaar. Crafts, Artworks, Homemade Baked Goods, Raffle. Lunch available on Wed., 11 am-1 pm

Park Center Senior Wing

 

 

Parent-Child Turkey Shoot

November 20, 1-2:30 pm

Parents and children, team up to win a Thanksgiving turkey with some sharp basketball shooting. Each competitor tries 10 free throws and the pair with the highest total wins. Age levels: 4 & 5 years, 6 & 7 years, 8 & 9 years, 10 & 11 years, 12 & 13 years.

$5 per parent-child pair. Register online, activity number 102303, or at Park Center.


Glenview Children’s Theatre

Glenview Children's Theatre
Performances

December, March

Come enjoy delightful musical theatre productions presented by the students in our Glenview Children's Theatre program. It's delightful entertainment for the whole family. Watch this space in November for information on the next performances.


Antique & Collectible Sale


Antique & Collectible Sale

February

Discover a treasure trove of unique items sure to bring back childhood memories at this annual sale. Items may include:

  • Jewelry
  • Dolls
  • Silver
  • Milk & Depression-era glass

Come add to collection or start a new one! You never know what you may find!

Proceeds go to the Glenview Senior Center

 

Cinderella's Princess Ball

Princess Ball

February

A night to remember for you and your little princess. The royal ball will include music, dancing and refreshments. You and your date will wish the
night never ends.  For girls ages 4-12 and
their special dates.

Watch this space for information on the 2010 event.

 

Park Center Eggstravaganza

March


Come to Park Center for some eggcitement!
Children of all ages will have a hopping good time at our old fashioned egg hunt. Watch this space for details.

Westward Ho Family Carnival

Westward Ho Family Carnival
& Hot Dog Lunch

April

Come one, come all, but especially children! Park Center's Mini Gym will be full of fun games for kids and adults--complete with prizes! Music and
Hot Dog Lunch in the Lakeview Room.
Tickets for games and lunch are on sale at the door.

Watch for information in the spring.

 
 

Upcoming Events

Back To School 3v3 Basketball Tournament
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
9/11/2010
Hoop it up at the Glenview Park District's first ever 3v3 Basket...more

Auditions for Glenview Children's Theatre
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
9/14/2010-9/15/2010
The GTC offers students in grades 4-7 the opportunity to auditio...more

Fishing Derby
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
9/18/2010
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fisherman, nothing b...more

Park Board Meeting
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
9/23/2010
Park Board Meeting...more

Volunteer Service Fair
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
9/25/2010
Looking for a way to give back to your community? Learn about so...more

Diabetes Awareness Fair
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
10/13/2010
Come to our Northshore University HealthSystem sponsored Health...more

All Community Garage Sale
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
10/16/2010
Sell your unwanted "treasures" at the Glenview Senior Center's A...more

Park Board Meeting
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
10/21/2010
Park Board Meeting...more

Halloween Spooktacular
Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
10/22/2010
Join us for a Spooktaculary good Time. Inflatables to rattle y...more