Spring Skatium Guide, Summer Camp Registration +
February 19, 2021

As the Skokie Park District operates in Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan,
the following are reminders and news updates for this week.

Announcing spring hockey & figure skating classes!
The Skatium Ice Arena's Spring Program Guide now lives online and features figure skating and hockey classes, leagues, practice ice and public sessions.

Hockey
Registration for all is now open.
Spring Session: March 14 – June 13

Figure Skating
Registration:
Skokie residents – March 30 / Non-residents – April 1
Spring Session: April 12 – May 29

Take a look and plan all of your spring fun on the ice!

Click on the adjacent spring guide cover to view it.

Due to COVID-19, all programs and events listed are subject to change or cancellation.


Residents: Register for Summer Camp on Sunday!
Summer Camp Registration for Skokie residents begins on Sunday, February 21 at noon.


Limited walk-in registration is available at:
  • Devonshire Cultural Center
  • Oakton Community Center
  • Weber Leisure Center
No Emily Oaks Nature Center walk-in registration in 2021.

Resident Camp Registration:
Sunday, February 21, 12 p.m.

Join us for Winter Chilly Fest at Emily Oaks!
At this year's revised Winter Chilly Fest, walk through a magical, lighted winter woodland, while following the adventures of the Night Light Kid!

Read how this comic strip hero sheds light on fears of the night as you search for animal silhouettes along the trail. Then gather around a fire and enjoy hot cocoa and s’mores. 
 
February 20 & 21, 5-8 p.m.

This is a timed-entry event. Face masks are required, and physical distancing is mandatory while drinking and eating. Please note that ice skating and a chili dinner will not be offered in conjunction with the event this year. 
 
Admission: $8/person.

'The Radio Play Disaster' strikes Devonshire Playhouse
If you were chilled by "War of the Worlds," then you will be thrilled with "The Radio Play Disaster!"

Click below for the official trailer!
In this show, self-proclaimed genius Harlan Bean is ready to make history with his science-fiction radio masterpiece Battle of the Planets. But when the broadcast is in the hands of an ambitious actress with her own vision for her character, several terrified last-minute replacements jumping in, and a disgruntled sound engineer out for revenge, the mayhem in the studio makes an alien invasion look like a piece of cake. 'Radio' goes hilariously off the rails in this flexible theater piece. This classic radio play is the perfect entertainment for our limited in-person audience and for live streaming in the comfort of your home.

In-Person: February 20, 21, 27,& 28
Streaming: March 5-8

Tickets
In-Person $20 – To purchase call (847) 674-1500, ext. 2410.
Streaming: Individual $20 / Household $30 – Click here to purchase streaming tickets.



Park renovations to begin this spring
Portions of four district parks were recently demolished and will undergo the following upgrades this spring:

New at Carol Park
  • playground equipment
  • engineered wood fiber play surfacing
  • benches, garbage cans and table

New at Gross Point Park
  • playground equipment
  • engineered wood fiber play surfacing
  • benches and garbage cans

New at Navajo Park
  • playground equipment
  • engineered wood fiber play surfacing
  • basketball court resurfacing
  • bench and garbage can

New at Tecumseh Park
  • playground equipment
  • engineered wood fiber play surfacing
  • benches, garbage cans and water fountain

Coming to a park near you!
Winter Wonder Wagon
Join Skokie Park District staff at our beautiful neighborhood parks for winter fun!

Activities include obstacle courses, mud painting, and building fairy houses. The whole family will enjoy time outdoors with a variety of self-led activities, including a fire to keep you warm!

$10/family per event

Saturdays, 1-2:30 p.m.
February 27 – Shawnee Park
March 27 – Emerson Park
Seasonal jobs available now
It’s not too early to apply for a seasonal job at the Skokie Park District!

We are beginning to remotely interview applicants for our 2021 camp programs, lifeguards, cashiers, golf staff, maintenance staff and other positions. Our employees receive a complimentary membership to Fitness First, a pool pass and free golf at Weber Golf Course during their seasonal employment. Fun is the business we are in!

Click on the button below to learn about our job opportunities and apply online. 

Questions about seasonal jobs may be directed to Human Resources at (847) 674-1500, extension 2110.