Downers Grove Park District Commissioners
Select New Executive Director

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – The Downers Grove Park District Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of William G. McAdam as the new Executive Director of the Downers Grove Park District. McAdam, a resident of Lemont, IL, is currently the Executive Director of the Oswegoland Park District, a position he has held since 2003. McAdam is expected to start on May 7, 2012.

“Bill McAdam is an experienced professional in parks and recreation with the energy, passion and leadership skills to guide the Park District and build upon the District’s success. I am confident he will become a well-recognized community leader of Downers Grove and we are excited to have Bill fill this important position,” said Bob Gelwicks, Downers Grove Park District Board President. Read more...

Park District Receives 2012 Project of the Year Award
for Barth Pond Shoreline Improvements

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – The Suburban Branch of the Chicago Metro Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) awarded the Downers Grove Park District with the 2012 Project of the Year Award for the Barth Pond Shoreline Improvements located at Patriots Park. The re-opening of Barth Pond at Patriots Park took place on June 27, 2011 after several months of shoreline and pathway improvements. The deteriorated steel retaining wall was replaced with natural limestone and native plant life. The once gravel pathways are now asphalt for improved accessibility of walkers, joggers, strollers and wheelchairs. Read more...

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Veterans Memorial Pavilion Dedication Ceremony
Tuesday, 5/22/2012
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2012 Family Concert Series
DG North & South Jazz Bands
Tuesday, 5/22/2012
Downers Grove North & South High School Jazz Bands kick off the 2012 Family Concert Series. Join ...[more]

Sea Lion Aquatic Park After Hours
Teen Travelers
Wednesday, 5/30/2012
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Fall Youth Soccer League Registration Begins!
Monday, 6/4/2012
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2012 Family Concert Series
Featuring B.B.I.
Tuesday, 6/5/2012
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14th Annual Bob Nelson Junior Golf Amateur

12:00 PM
Monday, 6/11/2012
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2012 Family Concert Series
Featuring Five Guys Named Moe
Tuesday, 6/12/2012
Five Guys Named Moe is the featured band for this evenings 2012 Family Concert Series. The band ...[more]

Wellness Seminar - Keeping Healthy With Vaccines
Thursday, 6/14/2012
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ACT Practice Tests
Saturday, 6/16/2012
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Hurricane Harbor & Great America
Teen Travelers
Tuesday, 6/19/2012
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2012 Family Concert Series
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Tuesday, 6/19/2012
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2012 Summer Camp & Summer Recreation and Parks Guides