National Gold Medal Award Finalist

Plainfield Park District announced last week that it has been named a finalist for the 2023 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management as selected by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).

The Park District is one of four finalists in the Class III Category (population of 75,001-150,000) for the Grand Plaque. Grand Plaque recipients will be announced at the 2023 NRPA Annual Conference in Dallas, October 10-12.

Mother's Day Paint & Tea

Give Mom the gift of quality time with you for Mother's Day at the Mother's Day Tea & Paint event 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., May 6 at Plainfield Township Community Center. Every participant registered receives a canvas to paint on. An instructor guides participants step-by-step through a featured painting. Refreshments are provided. Cost is $12/$15 for residents/non-residents.

Includes Fitness Center, Indoor Track & Gym

The $90 for 90 days summer fitness special is back! Simply visit the Prairie Activity Recreation Center between May 1 and June 15 to purchase. The pass includes use of the Prairie Fit Fitness Center, indoor walking track and the gymnasium. Must be paid-in-full at time of purchase and is good for 90 days from purchase date. No cancellations, transfers or refunds.

Beat the Heat!

Beat the heat and enjoy the cool climate of the elevated indoor track inside the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (PARC) for only $30 for four months! Simply visit PARC between May 1 and June 15 to purchase. Must be paid-in-full at time of purchase and is good for four months from purchase date. No cancellations, transfers or refunds.

Summer Fun Ahead!

Summer Camp registration is now OPEN! Spots are filling fast!

Swim Lessons

Swim lesson registration is now open!

Early Bird Passes to Ottawa Street Pool

Season passes are now on sale! Ottawa Street Pool passholders receive early admittance and Passholder Appreciation Day. Passes are $40/$50 for residents/non-residents now through May 26. Prices increases to $55/$65 May 27. Passes must be purchased in person.

Great Adventures Preschool Information

Registration applications for the 2023-24 school year are now being accepted at the Great Adventures preschool office located inside the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center at 24550 W. Renwick Road in Plainfield. Registration packets are available online. Call the Great Adventures Office at 779-252-2746 or email greatadventures@plfdparks.org with questions or for more information.

NEW! Summer Basketball League

New this summer! The Plainfield Park District is hosting boys and girls basketball leagues for grades 1-4. League emphasizes proper techniques, knowledge of the rules, team strategy, participation and fun. Practices start the week of June 12, with games beginning the weekend of June 24. Enrollment is limited, so register early.

Youth Athletic Classes, Camps & Leagues

Registration is now available for a variety of youth athletic classes, camps and leagues including but not limited to:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Flag Football 
• Soccer
• Karate
• Tennis
• T-ball
• Volleyball

Horse Lesson Openings

Normantown Equestrian Center has openings for its group lessons, pony rides and summer camps. Spots are filling fast!

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