Su , 10 / 6 – Get your folk on at the annual Grove Folk Fest . With live folk music , square dancing , nature walks , outdoor dining and more , this family festival is the best way to take in the beautiful sights and sounds of the season .
Through 10 / 19 – Please continue to support and enjoy local harvest goodies at the Glenview Farmer ’ s Market at Wagner Farm every Saturday morning through October 19 .
October is always a spooky fun time at the Park District , with many ways to get into the Halloween spirit ! See pages 20-23 for information about Skelebration , Frozen Frights , A Family Halloween and The Grove Trick or Treat Trail . Register for A Vintage Halloween program series at Historic Wagner Farm and create the perfect 1920s costume to wear to the showing of a classic silent-era horror film .
If watching North Shore Rhythmic Gymnastics Center Gymnast Evita Griskenas compete at the Summer Olympics has inspired a budding gymnast in your house , be sure to check out our free Rhythmic Gymnastics Open House at Park Center , Thursday , August 29 , for ages 4-7 years . Taught by U . S . Olympic and North Shore Rhythmic Gymnastics Center coaches , this event is a great way to determine if your child is ready to enroll in our recreational program this fall .
The Glenview Park District is also going for the gold ! This October we will learn if we are the recipients of the coveted National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management . The Award is a significant honor , reflecting our dedication to excellence , innovation , and impactful service in the parks and recreation field . It represents our commitment to serving our community by providing high-quality recreational opportunities and facilities , emphasizing environmental stewardship and resource management . On behalf of the Park Board , I want to congratulate the talented staff and volunteers for their commitment to excellence , which has resulted in the Glenview Park District ’ s selection as one of the finalists for this distinguished award !
See You in the Parks !
Cathy Basic Park Board President
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