Event Calendar
January 2023
January
Wednesday,
March 1
date March 1, 2023
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
price East Wing Members: $25 | Nonmembers: $30
location Park Center
Tea with Jenny Riddle in Character as Camilla Parker Bowles
We will start with a spot of tea and a selection of high tea menu items. After tea, Jenny Riddle will perform in character as Camilla Parker Bowles from the book, The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor, the Truth and the Turmoil, by Tina Brown. You’ll hear plenty of Buckingham Palace insights, sometimes downright gossip, about Elizabeth, Philip, Charles, William, Kate, Harry, and Meghan.
date March 1, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price (R/NR): $55/$69
location Lakeview Room
SaturYAY Ladies Brunch
Ages 21+
Everyone tries to make brunch plans with our friends, but, inevitably, something comes up. This time make it happen at everyone’s favorite central location–Park Center! Brunch will be served while enjoying fun entertainment with a chance to win some raffle prizes. We can’t wait for SaturYAY!
date March 1, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date March 1, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price free
location Gallery Park
Get Moving Glenview! Join us at Gallery Park
We’re popping up at events and in parks all summer long so you can try out the Park District’s new inclusive MOVMNT by Burke playground equipment. Win prizes for high scores and vote for its permanent home. Your local park could be a winner!
The next generation of play is here, and it will test your fitness, your agility and your speed. It’s for people of all ages and abilities. It’s MOVMNT® and it will move you more than you thought possible. MOVMNT is an electronic game that is powered by people. Users power up the game and dive into the numerous game options from single player to multi-player and individual achievement to team spirit. It’s a huge video game that disguises exercise as entertainment and fosters healthy competition and determination. With two versions, everyone can play and be challenged at their level.
date March 1, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price Free
location Gallery Park
National Night Out
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Come out and enjoy fun activities for the whole family!
- Touch a Truck
- Inflatables
- Face Painting
- Music
date March 1, 2023
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
price $5/adult; $1/child, 12 yrs. and younger
location The Grove
The Grove Folk Fest
Costumed interpreters relive local history while visitors celebrate autumn with folk music, square dancing, hayrides and more. Dine on hearty food in the outdoor dining hall or enjoy a nature walk along the trails. Gift and craft items are available for purchase.
- Live folk music
- Square dancing
- Dessert tent
- Hearty outdoor dining
- Historic interpretations
- Hayrides
- Nature walks
- Gift & craft items for sale
Tickets purchased onsite the day of the event will be increased to $7/adult, $2/child.
date March 1, 2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The East Wing Glenview Senior Center
23rd Annual Salute to Veterans
The East Wing and The American Legion Post 166 Glenview present a “Salute to Veterans”. Join us for cake and coffee to honor our veterans. The ceremony’s emcee is Kirk W. Reasoner, retired Commander/Senior Master Sergeant U.S. Air Force and the keynote speaker is Herb Caplan, U.S. Army, Specialist 5 Sergeant. Music will be played by the Attea Middle School band and chorus. The event is sponsored by Greg Goodsitt, Edward Jones and Arbor Terrace of Glenview.
Note: Doors open at 9:15 a.m. and music begins at 9:45 a.m.
date March 1, 2023
time all day
price Season Permit Fee (R/NR): $30/$45
location Gallery Park
Boating on Lake Glenview - Season Open
Recreational boating is a wonderful way to exercise, enjoy nature, relax and spend time with friends and family. The Glenview Park District is excited to provide opportunities for non-motorized boating on Lake Glenview. The boating season runs May 1-Oct 1.
Sunday,
April 2
date April 2, 2023
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
location Park Center
Park Center Job Fair
We’re Hiring! We’d love to have you on our team! We have several full and part time opportunities. We offer competitive wages starting between $14-$18/hr and special internal benefits. You must be at least 15 years old, no prior work experience is needed. Training will be provided. Stop by and meet our staff for an onsite interview!
date April 2, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Rhythm Rockets
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
The Rhythm Rockets are a guaranteed good time, full of boundless energy, top- flight musicianship, and flat out fun.
date April 2, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date April 2, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price $75R/$94NR per family
location Park Center
Family Menorah Making Workshop
Join us for our Family Menorah Making Workshop. Whether you are drawn to traditional or modern designs this workshop explores it all! Learn how to make a menorah and holiday décor with us. Each family sculpts and decorates at least one menorah and any holiday decorations they like! Your instructor will fire and glaze your creations and contact you the following week to pick them up. Price is per family. All ages welcome.
date April 2, 2023
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price $5
location Park Center
Festival of Trees Holiday Event
Presented by Light Keeper Pro
Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends at our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees magical event! Check out the beautifully decorated trees in the hallways of Park Center and vote for your favorites. All trees will be on display until the end of December. Visit and take pictures with Santa Claus and The Grinch. Plus, enjoy holiday carolers from Glenbrook South Chamber Singers and The Caroling Party. And, children will enjoy crafts and several activities.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Children under age 2 are free!
date April 2, 2023
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Indigenous Storytelling with Native American Indian Story Keeper Wamblee Loux
Join The Grove for an unforgettable experience that celebrates the wisdom, culture, and powerful oral traditions of Native American heritage as told by gifted storyteller Wamblee Loux.
Families and individuals are invited to stop by throughout the day to hear oral histories that have been preserved and passed down through generations. A brief pipe ceremony – a sacred ritual that connects the physical and spiritual worlds – will be held at noon.
Dress for the weather as this program will take place outside. You may bring seat cushions and/or portable chairs for your comfort. Please be respectful when arriving and departing. Sponsored by the Grove Heritage Association. Registration is not required.
date April 2, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Public Input Meeting: Panning for Indian Ridge Park
The Glenview Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals defined in our Comprehensive Master Plan to maintain the high quality of park and recreation services for our community.
Parks master plans are essential to provide a road map for the Park District on future improvements to the parks. We would like your input on determining a plan to maintain and improve our parks!
Several parks have been identified for planning including Indian Ridge, Swenson, and Willow Parks. All three parks will be planned concurrently including staff design collaboration meetings, community input sessions, and Park Board review. The timeline and funding for these parks has not been determined yet and the Park District is just seeking input for the preliminary planning.
You can also provide input by completing our online survey.
date April 2, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Public Input Meeting: Planning for Swenson Park
The Glenview Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals defined in our Comprehensive Master Plan to maintain the high quality of park and recreation services for our community.
Parks master plans are essential to provide a road map for the Park District on future improvements to the parks. We would like your input on determining a plan to maintain and improve our parks!
Several parks have been identified for planning including Indian Ridge, Swenson, and Willow Parks. All three parks will be planned concurrently including staff design collaboration meetings, community input sessions, and Park Board review. The timeline and funding for these parks has not been determined yet and the Park District is just seeking input for the preliminary planning.
You can also provide input by completing our online survey.
Monday,
July 3
date July 3, 2023
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price included with admission ($13R, $16NR)
location Flick Outdoor Aquatic Center
4th at Flick
Our summer pool parties are the perfect escape from the summer heat, offering refreshing waters, great music, delicious food and fun themes. Jump right into the crystal-clear pool and make a splash with your friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable summer day.
date July 3, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Everything Illinois Birthday Celebration
Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Happy 205th birthday to the State of Illinois! Stop by anytime between 10 am and 4 pm to learn about our state’s various symbols, animals, landmarks and history. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
date July 3, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date July 3, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date July 3, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price (R/NR): $25/$31
location Park Center
Mother's Day Mug Workshop (ages 5-7)
Make a functional mug for whoever you’re celebrating! All mugs will be available for pick up by May 10, just in time for Mother’s Day. All mugs will be food safe and dishwasher and microwave safe.
Sunday,
June 4
date June 4, 2023
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price Free
location Lakeview Room
Free Movie Screening!
Presenting Nam June Paik: Moon is the Oldest TV
(for ages 14 and older)
To celebrate Asian American Heritage Month, the Glenview Park District has partnered with HANA Center to present the movie screening of the iconic masterpiece “Nam June Paik: Moon is the Oldest TV”. In honoring the rich cultural tapestry of Asian Americans, we pay tribute to the visionary artist Nam June Paik, whose groundbreaking work continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide. Join us for an enlightening cinematic journey that explores the intersection of art, technology, and identity, celebrating the profound impact of Asian American artists on the global stage.
date June 4, 2023
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
price $125 per ticket
location Historic Wagner Farm
A Night at The Wagner Speakeasy
Go back in time to the Roaring 20s for a lively evening of music, dancing and entertainment at the Friends Wagner Farm annual fundraising event. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Period costumes encouraged! Great raffle and silent auction prizes too!
The Friends of Wagner Farm organization provides stewardship and fundraising support to Historic Wagner Farm to expand programming, create educational experiences and enhance the farm property.
date June 4, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
National Bison Day
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Touch some real bison fur and horns and learn the difference between bison and buffalo.
date June 4, 2023
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
price Free
location Flick Park
Pumpkin Smash and Bash
Bring your carved Halloween pumpkin to Flick Park and have fun smashing your pumpkin and turning it into compost that will help nourish plants in the spring. We’ll even have fun rolling pumpkins down the sled hill! Note: Remove any candles and glow sticks beforehand. Non-carved pumpkins will not be accepted. FREE Admission! The event is weather permitting and may be subject to cancellation.
date June 4, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location Fuller Air Station Prairie
America Recycles Day
Recycling is important. Learn how to increase your recycling habits at home and work. Enjoy family activities and crafts. Learn about recycling and participate in family fun at this all-ages event.
Accepting gently used donations on behalf of Illinois AmVets; click here for a list of accepted items.
date June 4, 2023
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
location Willow Park
Public Input Meeting: Planning for Willow Park
The Glenview Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals defined in our Comprehensive Master Plan to maintain the high quality of park and recreation services for our community.
Parks master plans are essential to provide a road map for the Park District on future improvements to the parks. We would like your input on determining a plan to maintain and improve our parks!
Several parks have been identified for planning including Indian Ridge, Swenson, and Willow Parks. All three parks will be planned concurrently including staff design collaboration meetings, community input sessions, and Park Board review. The timeline and funding for these parks has not been determined yet and the Park District is just seeking input for the preliminary planning.
You can also provide input by completing our online survey.
Friday,
May 5
date May 5, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price $40
location Park Center Health and Fitness
Billy's Boot Camp
Park Center Health and Fitness is the first Midwest location to host a residency with international health and wellness guru Billy Blanks—a living legend. With his enthusiastic teaching style and dedication to overall wellness, Blanks is dedicated to helping individuals reach their fitness goals.
The residency will offer an array of high-energy group fitness classes for teens and adults. Billy’s infamous Tae Bo is not all about physical training; his classes are designed to increase self-esteem and encourage positive mental health. Billy creates a workout for the mind, body and spirit. Participants will enjoy a unique, challenging fitness experience that combines elements of dance, martial arts, aerobics and boxing.
date May 5, 2023
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
price $5/child
location The Grove
Barbara's Butterfly Dance
At first the butterflies appear random in their fluttering around each other, and then, suddenly synchronized, they circle and spin together performing a dance. Learn all about butterflies, go through your own metamorphosis, and learn a butterfly dance as we celebrate and honor The Grove’s very dear friend, Barbara.
For ages 4-9 + adult guardian
date May 5, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date May 5, 2023
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
price $70/pair
location Glenview Prairie Club
Parent/Child Golf Tournament - SOLD OUT
Parent and child(ren) ages 5-13 will enjoy a day on the golf course and play together to win prizes. Shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Saturday,
May 6
date May 6, 2023
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
price $40
location Park Center Health and Fitness
Tae Bo Turn It Up!
Park Center Health and Fitness is the first Midwest location to host a residency with international health and wellness guru Billy Blanks—a living legend. With his enthusiastic teaching style and dedication to overall wellness, Blanks is dedicated to helping individuals reach their fitness goals.
The residency will offer an array of high-energy group fitness classes for teens and adults. Billy’s infamous Tae Bo is not all about physical training; his classes are designed to increase self-esteem and encourage positive mental health. Billy creates a workout for the mind, body and spirit. Participants will enjoy a unique, challenging fitness experience that combines elements of dance, martial arts, aerobics and boxing.
date May 6, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price $60/team of 2
location Park Center
Pickleball Tournament
Join us for our second Pickleball tournament at Park Center. Space is limited so register your team today. Only one member per team needs to sign up. There will be one division only, but all skill levels are welcome. Game times will be determined after the number of teams is set. There will be a prize for the tournament winner. Balls will be provided; however, you will need to come with your own paddle.
Registration Deadline: M, May 1. All teams will be added to the waitlist after that.
date May 6, 2023
6:30 pm
price R: $100; NR: $125
Bag's League at Grandpa's Place
Join our outdoor bags league and play at the warm friendly atmosphere of Grandpa’s Place! The back lawn is the place to be for a drink, Grandpa Burger and Bags. Post season tournament will occur at the end of the regular season. Must be 21 or older to enter a team. Fee include two player teams with an option to add an alternate to your roster at no additional fee. Teams can be same gender or mixed gender.
date May 6, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date May 6, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Earth Day Celebration
Join us for a day of family-friendly fun and environmental education! Explore ways to make a positive impact on our planet.
- Make recyclable newspaper seed pots and other crafts.
- Tour the Tyner Center and explore Fuller Air Station Prairie on a guided trail walk.
- Play in our augmented reality sandbox to see how topography shapes the environment.
- Bring your old fluorescent light bulbs and watch as they are quickly and safely recycled by our Bulb Eater lamp crushing system (10 am-1 pm).
Call 847-299-6096 for more information.
Sunday,
May 7
date May 7, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price $40
location Park Center Health and Fitness
Billy's Boot Camp
Park Center Health and Fitness is the first Midwest location to host a residency with international health and wellness guru Billy Blanks—a living legend. With his enthusiastic teaching style and dedication to overall wellness, Blanks is dedicated to helping individuals reach their fitness goals.
The residency will offer an array of high-energy group fitness classes for teens and adults. Billy’s infamous Tae Bo is not all about physical training; his classes are designed to increase self-esteem and encourage positive mental health. Billy creates a workout for the mind, body and spirit. Participants will enjoy a unique, challenging fitness experience that combines elements of dance, martial arts, aerobics and boxing.
date May 7, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price $60/team of 2
location Park Center
Pickleball Tournament
Join us for our second Pickleball tournament at Park Center. Space is limited so register your team today. Only one member per team needs to sign up. There will be one division only, but all skill levels are welcome. Game times will be determined after the number of teams is set. There will be a prize for the tournament winner. Balls will be provided; however, you will need to come with your own paddle.
Registration Deadline: M, May 1. All teams will be added to the waitlist after that.
date May 7, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Restoration Kids at The Grove
Ages: 3+ Yrs. w/adult guardian
Children and their guardians participate in amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation, and stewardship of the Earth. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information.
date May 7, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - The Glenview Concert Band
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
Glenview Concert Band: Contemporary favorites, marches, light classics and fun show tunes.
date May 7, 2023
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
price (R/NR): $20/$22
location The Grove
Hops & Hike
Get a bit lit during this adult only evening at The Grove! See lightening bugs as you have never seen them before; from the bottom of the forest floor, all the way to the tops of the tree canopy and filling every space in between with flickering lights. Become enlightened about fireflies unique glowing adaptation used for communicating territory and mating while delighting in the refreshing taste of a cold brew. Meet at the program barn.
date May 7, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price $60 per team
location Swenson Park
Bags Tournament at Swenson Park
Register your team for our first Outdoor Bags Tournament! Teams consist of two players but only one person needs to sign up. Must be 21 years or older.
Team fee is $60; deadline is September 22. Please provide team name when registering. Payouts and tournament format will be announced after registration closes. For additional information, contact Brian O’Malley via email at Brian.OMalley@glenviewparks.org or 224-521-2541.
date May 7, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date May 7, 2023
9:30 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Oaktober Tree Trot
Join us for a trail walk that will focus on the trees of The Grove and learn about some of the trees that are native to Illinois from the Village of Glenview’s Robyn Flakne. No registration required. Meet in front of the Interpretive Center.
Wednesday,
March 8
date March 8, 2023
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Glenbrook South High School Summer Job Fair
We’re Hiring! We’d love to have you on our team! We have several full and part time opportunities – camp counselors, lifeguards, swim instructors, preschool teachers, a variety of golf jobs and much more. We offer competitive wages and special internal benefits. Stop by and meet our staff at the Glenbrook South High School Summer Job Fair.
date March 8, 2023
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Literary Society
In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history of the Chicagoland area to better understand where and how we live. Their first book is A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold. The group will discuss selected chapters each month.
date March 8, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date March 8, 2023
7:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Movie in the Park
Featuring Disney’s Coco (2017)
Join us for a night under the stars watching family-friendly films presented by the Glenview Public Library and the Glenview Park District. In case of rain, movies will be shown in the Glenview Library’s Community Room. All ages are welcome. Don’t forget to bring your own blankets or chairs.
date March 8, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar
Stop by the Park Center lobby to shop for fun holiday gifts or stocking stuffers! Find heirloom crafts, handmade gifts and beautiful artwork, all created by East Wing Senior Center crafters and talented vendors. Enter the raffle to win great prizes!
date March 8, 2023
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
price $40 per adult and $10 per child
location Park Center Health and Fitness
Billy Blanks: Discover Your Power
Sponsored by Direct Fitness Solutions
Fitness Studio 1
Class: 6-7 p.m.
Inspirational Talk/Q&A: 7-7:30 p.m.
Family night/self-defense. Meet any challenge, learn protective movements, feel safe, and strong… be empowered!
Fee: $40 per adult and $10 per child (ages 10-15)* in advance, and $50 per adult and $15 per child (ages 10-15)* at the door.
*Youth registrants must be accompanied by a paid registered adult.
date March 8, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
Wednesday,
August 9
date August 9, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Classical Blast
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
A melding of classically trained musicians who love to rock. Enjoy from Bach to Rock!
date August 9, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price Free
location Historic Wagner Farm
New! Tomato Fest
Summer may be waning, but it’s left a sun-ripened treat for us to enjoy – the tomato! Spend the afternoon celebrating America’s favorite garden plant at Historic Wagner Farm’s first ever Tomato Fest. Learn all about this delicious vegetable (or is it a fruit?), see how it grows, taste different varieties and tomato-based recipes, play games, and so much more! Entry to Tomato Fest is free and tickets for activities and tastings can be purchased onsite.
Tickets for activities will be sold in $1 increments. Ticket-based activities range between 1-15 tickets. Most activities will be ongoing throughout the event. However the free field tours will begin on the half hour. Free parking is available in the lot across from the Wagner Farm House or in the Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church lot at Lake Ave. and Wagner Rd.
Here is a list of Tomato Fest activities. Listings followed by a $ indicate a fee associated with that activity or tasting:
- Tomato sales and samples
- Hot tomato game
- “Florida Weave” contest (a method of staking & tying tomato plants so the branches don’t fall on the ground)
- Velcro tomato toss game
- Field tours
- Tomato corn hole
- Scavenger hunt
- Tomato canning demo
- BLT sundaes $ bacon, ladyfingers, and tomato jam on vanilla ice cream
- Cow chip Bingo $ sponsored by the Glenview Noon Day Rotary
- Felt tomato magnets craft $
- Tomato tie-dye $
- Wagon rides $
- Tastings $: Bloody Mary/Maria bar with alcohol and alcohol free options, Tomato soup and grilled cheese, Tomatoes Around the World (small samples of tomato-heavy foods from around the world), Focaccia pizza, Chili in a tomato bowl
date August 9, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date August 9, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day
Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection. For a work day schedule, visit northbranchrestoration.org.
date August 9, 2023
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Indigenous People's Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a holiday in the United States that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. What better way to celebrate this day than to visit The Grove’s Native American Village and tour the Long House and learn about the history of the Indigenous peoples and their history in our region? Participate in activities like learning how to grind corn and start a fire with a bow drill, Native American games, and see a display of historic Native American tools and other implements.
Stick around for the Indigenous Drum Demonstration, 5:30-7 pm and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Native American Indian culture. Please RSVP for the drum demonstration – email Diane.Michalski@glenviewparks.org or call 847-299-6096.
date August 9, 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar
Stop by the Park Center lobby to shop for fun holiday gifts or stocking stuffers! Find heirloom crafts, handmade gifts and beautiful artwork, all created by East Wing Senior Center crafters and talented vendors. Enter the raffle to win great prizes!
date August 9, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:45 pm
price $12R/$14NR
location The Grove
Christmas Candlelight Tours
Step back in time to discover the enchanting sights and sounds of a traditional 19th century family Christmas during this candlelight event. Guests will be ushered through the festively adorned rooms of the 1856 Kennicott House by a historically-dressed guide. Tours end with a visit and small gift from Santa. Several time slots are available from 4-6:45 pm. Please select a time slot when registering.
date August 9, 2023
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
price $40 per person
location Park Center Health and Fitness
Billy Blanks: Billy’s Tae-Bo Power Hour
Sponsored by Direct Fitness Solutions
Fitness Studio 1
Doors Open: 11 a.m.
Class: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Inspirational Talk/Q&A: 12:30-1 p.m.
Turn up the HEAT for an hour of old school Tae-Bo!
Fee: $40 per person, ages 16+ ($50 day of)
date August 9, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date August 9, 2023
9:30 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
price $67R/$84NR per barn
location Historic Wagner Farm
Gingerbread Jubilee
Decorate a unique gingerbread barn while listening to holiday music, sipping hot chocolate and enjoying cookies. We’ll provide the pre-assembled gingerbread barns from Ganache Bakery in Morton Grove, plus icing and candy trimmings.
date August 9, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
date August 9, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Fireplace Features: Preschool Craft and Book Fair
You’re invited to join us at the Park Center Preschool’s Fireside Feature!
Our friendly staff will be reading some featured and fantastic stories for you at the Scholastic Book Fair. In addition, we’ll also have our annual art fair on display. You’ll even have a chance to become an artist yourself and create your very own tissue paper stained glass project to take home with you. It’s going to be a fun-filled event for children of all ages!
Saturday,
June 10
date June 10, 2023
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day
Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection. For a work day schedule, visit northbranchrestoration.org.
date June 10, 2023
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
price $8 in advance; $10 at the door. Children under 2 are free.
location Historic Wagner Farm
Stock Show and Dairy Festival
Enjoy a true bucolic experience. Watch local 4H students compete with their fair-bound animal projects and learn all about dairy. Milking demonstrations, butter and cheese making, dairy trivia and entertainment will delight visitors of all ages.
date June 10, 2023
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
price included with admission ($13R, $16NR)
location Flick Outdoor Aquatic Center
Pina Colada Day
Special Adults Only Twilight Swim, 8:30-10 pm
Our summer pool parties are the perfect escape from the summer heat, offering refreshing waters, great music, delicious food and fun themes. Jump right into the crystal-clear pool and make a splash with your friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable summer day.
date June 10, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Grove Heritage Association 50th Anniversary Celebration
2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the Grove Heritage Association (GHA). Originally known as the “Save The Grove” committee, this organization continues to play a key role in preserving an important part of Glenview’s heritage. Join us a for a free community celebration and open house to recognize and honor GHA for their incredible stewardship and support of The Grove.
10 am presentation & dedication
11 am-2 pm free open house with drop-in activities including
- 50th Anniversary exhibit
- Photo ops
- Scavenger hunt
- Sign the GHA “signature” banner
- Giveaways
date June 10, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price $40 per person
location Park Center Health and Fitness
Billy Blanks: Cardio Kicker & Self-Defense
Sponsored by Direct Fitness Solutions
Fitness Studio 1
Doors Open: 10 a.m.
Class: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Inspirational Talk/Q&A: 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Release Your Inner Warrior and Put On The Power!
Fee: $40 per person ($50 day of)
date June 10, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price $10R/$12NR
location The Grove
Log Cabin Christmas
Gather friends and family around the warm fire in our cozy little log cabin nestled in the woods. Learn about historic pioneer traditions with holiday stories, games, music, and other hands-on activities. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults please register separately from children. Available times: 1-1:50 pm, 2-2:50 pm, 3-3:50 pm, 4-4:50 pm. For all ages.
date June 10, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Fireplace Features: Ceramics
Interested in learning about Park District programs? Check out a FREE Saturday class demo with an instructor! Drop in, ask questions, and maybe you’ll even learn a new hobby!
Our ceramics class is designed for those interested in working with clay. New and advanced students are welcome! Clay, glazes, and tools are provided..
date June 10, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Get Moving Glenview Fitness Open Houses
Get Moving Glenview! Join the fitness team and awesome vendors to start the new year off on a healthy path! There will be several free activities, light refreshments and raffle prizes.
Open House Vendors Include:
- Endeavor Health (aka. Northshore)
- Movement Revolutiond
- Together WE Tri
- Fit 4 Moms / Stroller Striders
- Center Studio / GPDddd
- Fabletics
- Grateful Birch Boutique
- Dick Ponds Athletics
- Blended
date June 10, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date June 10, 2023
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Grove Arrival Day
This free event celebrates the anniversary of the day the pioneering Kennicott family first arrived at The Grove. Meet costumed interpreters and discover what life was like in 1836. For information call 847-299-6096.
date June 10, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
date June 10, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price Free for Members
location The Grove
Grove Heritage Association Members' Evening
The Grove Heritage Association (GHA) is inviting a few close friends over- are you on the list? All current, new, and renewed GHA members are invited for an exclusive evening to explore The Grove after hours. This special time will include campfire with refreshments, guided night hike, afterhours access to the Interpretive Center with animal encounters, and more!
This event is free for GHA members with advance registration. To register call The Grove at (847) 299-6096.
Not yet a member? Become a member online or purchase your membership at The Grove’s Interpretive Center front desk to enjoy Members’ Evening, discounts at The Grove Museum Store, and more throughout the year!
Saturday,
March 11
date March 11, 2023
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Glenview Public Library Job Fair
We’re Hiring! We’d love to have you on our team! We have several full and part time opportunities – camp counselors, lifeguards, swim instructors, preschool teachers, a variety of golf jobs and much more. We offer competitive wages and special internal benefits. Stop by and meet our staff at the Glenview Public Library Job Fair. Registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome. Registrants that attend will be entered in a raffle to win prizes!
date March 11, 2023
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day
NOTE: August 27 date has been rescheduled for August 20, and September 24 has been rescheduled for September 17.
Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org
date March 11, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Veteran's Day Craft
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Learn why poppies are associated with Veteran’s Day and make your own poppy craft.
date March 11, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
price $75 per person
location Historic Wagner Farm
Harvest Supper (ages 21+)
The harvest is done and Historic Wagner Farm is ready to celebrate with a casual five-course supper highlighting the bounty of the season! The evening’s menu will utilize local produce and proteins from the Farm and will include a selection of beer and wine. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.
Tentative Menu (subject to changes)
Appetizer:
- Butternut squash Crostini with goat cheese, sage and fig glaze
Soup:
- Roasted Pumpkin Soup
Salad:
- Kale Salad with toasted almonds, apples and honey Dijon vinaigrette
Entrée (served family style):
- Herb Roasted Chicken
- Roasted Pork with apple butter and sage
- Roasted Potato Medley with white, purple and sweet potatoes, garlic, rosemary and caramelized onions
- Sautéed Brussel Sprouts and Fennel
Dessert:
- Sweet Potato Cake
- Pumpkin Pie
- Apple Crisp
- Chocolate Budino
date March 11, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day on the Prairie
Along the west fork of the North Branch in Glenview is the Air Station Prairie. Sixty years of annual mowing as a security zone for the main runway of the Glenview Naval Air Station protected the prairie from invasive brush. The 32 acres of prairie and mitigated wetlands is owned by the Village and is permanently protected as an ecologically significant area. It supports more than 160 native plant species, grassland birds, many prairie dependent insects and 5 species of crayfish. Species lost to mowing are being reintroduced and old field portions of the prairie are being actively managed.
In October of 2017, 30+acres of this 32-acre site were dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve, recognizing this beautiful remnant of the “globally imperiled” prairie landscape.
Join us to clean up the prairie! Meet friends and enjoy time outdoors for a good cause. Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection.
date March 11, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Mardi Gras Animal Masks
Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Go a little wild for Mardi Gras by creating a mask inspired by the animals that live at The Grove. Show off your creation with a parade at noon. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
date March 11, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date March 11, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
Wednesday,
April 12
date April 12, 2023
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Literary Society
In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history of the Chicagoland area to better understand where and how we live. Their first book is A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold. The group will discuss selected chapters each month.
date April 12, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
location Lakeview Room
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - FeelGood
DUE TO THE WEATHER, TONIGHT’S CONCERT WILL BE HELD IN THE LAKEVIEW ROOM AT PARK CENTER.
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
FeelGood is a fun, energetic, Chicago-based tribute band.
date April 12, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date April 12, 2023
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day
Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection. For a work day schedule, visit northbranchrestoration.org.
date April 12, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day at The Grove
Come visit The Grove and nurture the nature! Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org.
date April 12, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
Saturday,
May 13
date May 13, 2023
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day
Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection. For a work day schedule, visit northbranchrestoration.org.
date May 13, 2023
10:30 am
price Free
location Gallery Park Ampitheater
Little Bearfoot Children's Concerts - Todd Downing
Join us Thursday mornings in July for the Glenview Park District’s summer entertainment series that’s just right for kids! Our whimsical, interactive and delightful entertainers provide a fun-filled outing for your whole family.
date May 13, 2023
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Robert's Birthday Bash
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Celebrate the 188th birthday of this famed naturalist and explorer, Robert Kennicott, who grew up right here at The Grove.
date May 13, 2023
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
price $5 in advance, $7 at the door
location The Grove
Robert's Yukon Adventure Day
Illinois’ first naturalist, Robert Kennicott, grew up at The Grove and made two expeditions to the Yukon, in 1859 and 1865. Experience what his life was like in the frigid territory.
- Watch dog sledding teams from Adopt-a-Husky.
- Learn about winter ecology and animal adaptations.
- Try snow shoeing & snow experiments
- Participate in an indoor snowball fight
- Hot cocoa and s’mores by the campfire (available for purchase, cash only.)
- + so much more!
date May 13, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date May 13, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
date May 13, 2023
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Literary Society
In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.
Wednesday,
June 14
date June 14, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Sushi Roll
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
Sushi Roll has perfected their own unique blend of high-energy dance music and rock n roll swagger and then topped it off with memorable stage costumes, inspired by cosplay, anime, and superheroes!
date June 14, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price included with admission ($11R, $14NR)
location Roosevelt Outdoor Aquatic Center
Cardboard Regatta + French Fry Day
Our summer pool parties are the perfect escape from the summer heat, offering refreshing waters, great music, delicious food and fun themes. Jump right into the crystal-clear pool and make a splash with your friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable summer day.
date June 14, 2023
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
How to Combat & Control Invasive Species
A special presentation by The Grove’s Natural Resources Manager, Meredith Suangka. Meredith shares tips and resources to help identify, map, control, and combat invasive species that threaten our yards and landscape.
date June 14, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day on the Prairie
Along the west fork of the North Branch in Glenview is the Air Station Prairie. Sixty years of annual mowing as a security zone for the main runway of the Glenview Naval Air Station protected the prairie from invasive brush. The 32 acres of prairie and mitigated wetlands is owned by the Village and is permanently protected as an ecologically significant area. It supports more than 160 native plant species, grassland birds, many prairie dependent insects and 5 species of crayfish. Species lost to mowing are being reintroduced and old field portions of the prairie are being actively managed.
In October of 2017, 30+acres of this 32-acre site were dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve, recognizing this beautiful remnant of the “globally imperiled” prairie landscape.
Join us to clean up the prairie! Meet friends and enjoy time outdoors for a good cause. Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection.
date June 14, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 14, 2023
location The Grove
CANCELLED due to weather: Jan. 14 Winter Restoration Work Day at The Grove
The Winter Restoration Work Day scheduled for Sunday, January 14 has been cancelled due to extremely cold weather forecasted for the day. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Upcoming Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove: Feb. 11 & March 3.
date June 14, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
date June 14, 2023
6:30 am - 9:30 am
price $45/wave
location Park Center
Indoor Triathlon
Are you looking to challenge yourself and take your triathlon training to the test? Join Together We Tri for the yearly indoor triathlon which includes:
- 10 minute pool swim
- 20 minute ride on spin bikes
- 15 minute track run/walk
Plus a post-race expo with sponsors.
date June 14, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Spring Restoration Work Day at The Grove
For all ages
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled if there is inclement weather.
date June 14, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:40 pm
price Free
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Glenview Blades Open House
Love ice skating and performing? The Glenview Blades are a group of synchronized skating teams that have provided recreational and competitive opportunities for Glenview skaters for more than 35 years. The teams have won numerous district and national medals. Come to our Open House to learn more about the group and consider signing up for tryouts!
Synchronized skating is a popular discipline of figure skating both in the U.S. and around the world. In synchro, teams of 8 to 20 skaters compete together in unison. Synchronized skating teams move from straight lines to form patterns such as blocks, pinwheels, circles and intersections, all choreographed to music. It is characterized by teamwork, speed, intricate formations and challenging step sequences.
Saturday,
April 15
date April 15, 2023
11:00 am - 1:15 pm
price $30
location Glenview Community Ice Center
The Spring Scurry
Calling all skaters who want to skate fast, cheer on teammates and skate with new friends! Join the Glenview Community Ice Center in partnership with Northbrook Speed Skating Club, for a cross-divisional, introductory-level, on-ice speed skating style race. Figure skaters, hockey players, and speed skaters are welcome.
Skaters must bring and wear a bike helmet, speed skating helmet, or hockey helmet. Rental speed skates, figure skates or youth hockey skates are available and included at no additional cost.
Registered participants will be grouped in races by skating level. Race length will range from one lap (for beginner skaters) to five-seven laps (intermediate or advanced skaters) depending on registration. A race schedule will be shared at least one week prior to the event. All participants will be scheduled for at least three race opportunities depending on skating level, are provided a t-shirt, and receive an award. There is a maximum of five skaters per race group.
Skaters should register by skater type (hockey, figure skater, speed skater)
Registration deadline: Friday, April 7.
date April 15, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
location Lakeview Room
Public Meeting: Pickleball Expansion in Glenview
Pickleball continues to be an expanding sport and in high demand in Glenview. In Spring 2023, four new dedicated pickleball courts were opened on the northern end of Gallery Park. The Glenview Park District is currently undergoing a feasibility study to explore site locations for expanding pickleball courts. This process will include public meetings and a survey so we can hear more from you about what you would like to see. Please join us to learn more and share your feedback!
date April 15, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date April 15, 2023
time all day
location The Grove
Unplug Illinois Day of Play
Unplug Illinois Day is a statewide initiative that encourages people to get out, unplug, play and engage with one another. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy free drop-in programs, or register for a special activity. Participants can draw and spread joy along the pathway with chalk, play family lawn games, fly kites, enjoy guided trail walks and more. Some special activities require a fee.
date April 15, 2023
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Guided Fall Color Walk
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Bask in the colors of autumn with our 1.5-mile guided Fall Color Walk!
date April 15, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Restoration Work Day at The Grove
For ages 8+, volunteers under age 15 must participate with an adult.
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Bring work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Reservations are requested so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Please RSVP to groverestoration@glenviewparks.org to reserve your spot.
Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date April 15, 2023
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Holiday Figure Skating Exhibition
Come watch thrilling performances by Glenview Skate School skaters. Soloists, duets/trios and teams are featured. Free for spectators. Public skating session to follow.
date April 15, 2023
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
price $7 admission, $4 skate rental
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Believe and Dream Public Skating Session
The Glenview Community Ice Center is hosting a special Believe and Dream public skating session from 11 am-1 pm. Participate in a scavenger hunt to learn about our civil rights leaders, complete an activity sheet about what peace looks like to you, or fill in a “I have a dream that…” note to be included on our mural wall.
Prizes will be given to everyone who completes any of the activities listed above. Season skating passes can be used for admission. Children 5 and under are free with a paying adult.
date April 15, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Historic Wagner Farm
Read, Feed and Encourage
Join Historic Wagner Farm for a day celebrating kind acts, community service and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Bring non-perishable food items and books to the farm and take part in a book exchange. Write words of encouragement to travel with donated items. Food items will be donated to the Northfield Township Food Pantry and books left over after the exchange will go to Bernie’s Book Bank and the Glenview Public Library Used Bookstore. No registration is necessary, and it is free to attend!
date April 15, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair
Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.
Friday,
June 16
date June 16, 2023
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price Free
location Historic Wagner Farm
Evenings on The Farm
Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse and take a stroll on the farm. No registration is required.
date June 16, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 16, 2023
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
date June 16, 2023
1:14 pm - 3:37 pm
price $45R/$50NR
Winter Wonderland Train - SOLD OUT
All Aboard the Winter Wonderland Express!
Get ready for a magical holiday adventure that’s perfect for the whole family! Join us on a festive winter train ride from North Glenview Metra Station to a special location, where the spirit of the season comes to life. You will arrive to a special location where we will leisurely stroll to the delightful Egg Harbor Café to indulge in a delectable meal while waiting for Santa.
Following our meal, we will rejoin the train for the return trip to Glenview, with special guest accompanying us – Santa Claus himself! Each child will receive a small surprise from Santa, spreading holiday cheer and filling the air with joyous smiles.
Each participant (from baby to adult) will need to be registered. This event is sold out.
date June 16, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
price $45R/$50NR
location The Grove
Holiday Tea
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season in the holiday adorned Historic 1856 Kennicott House during this truly unique historical experience. Guests will enjoy a 3-course tea luncheon in the formal dining room. Learn the history of tea, proper tea etiquette, and hear some Victorian Christmas traditions. Service staff will be dressed in period attire. All reservations must be made by December 8.
For Ages 12+
date June 16, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price $8R/$10NR
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wassailing at Wagner
Here we come a-wassailing among the cows and chicks! Bundle up and get into the holiday spirit by spending the afternoon caroling to the farm animals at Historic Wagner Farm. We’ll provide the music and hot cocoa; you just bring your voice! Ages 2 and under are free.
Available times: 4-4:30 pm, 4:20-4:50 pm, 4:40-5:10 pm, 5-5:30 pm, 5:20-5:50 pm
date June 16, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date June 16, 2023
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Get Moving Glenview! Community Wellness Walk
Join park district staff and other community members and friends to go for a walk along the trails at The Grove. Walking has been linked to incredible physical and mental health benefits. What better way to get out and enjoy community and nature than to do it together. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Let’s get moving, Glenview!
Saturday,
June 17
date June 17, 2023
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
price Admission: $7 (or use your season skating pass); Skate rental is $4
location Glenview Community Ice Center
🏳️🌈 PRIDE SKATE
Let’s go Rainbow at this special public session at the Glenview Community Ice Center to celebrate Pride Month. Skate to live DJ’d music under the disco ball. Enjoy face painting and other give aways.
Dress to celebrate Pride Month and receive free skate rental! Children 5 and under are free with a paying adult.
date June 17, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price (R/NR): $10/$12
location The Grove
🏳️🌈 Rainbow Science – Exploring Prisms
Explore what a rainbow is, what are the different colors, how a rainbow is formed in nature and learn how to make your own with prisms. Take your prism home to continue exploring the beautiful colors and uniqueness of rainbows.
date June 17, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market Opening Day
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 17, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 17, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day
NOTE: August 27 date has been rescheduled for August 20, and September 24 has been rescheduled for September 17.
Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org
date June 17, 2023
9:00 am - 5:00 am
price Weekend wagon rides $4/person
location Historic Wagner Farm
Fall Sales on the Farm!
Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mum Sales begin 9/17
Pumpkin Sales begin 10/1
If you love to see beautiful fall colors on your porch or in your garden during the fall, be sure to make a stop at Historic Wagner Farm! Dress up your home and yard with colorful, hardy mums! Pick up the perfect pumpkin and find cornstalks, ornamental corn and gift shop merchandise in the sales shed.
Wagon rides are offered Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-12 pm through October 28. Tickets are sold on site for $4/person. Children under 2 free of charge. Note: Rides are subject to cancellation. Call 847-657-1506 to check the status prior to your visit.
All sales benefit Historic Wagner Farm programs and operations.
date June 17, 2023
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
date June 17, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Making Recycled Gift Tags
Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Get into the holiday spirit while going green and creating unique, eco-friendly gift tags for your holiday presents. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
date June 17, 2023
1:14 pm - 3:37 pm
price $45R/$50NR
Winter Wonderland Train - SOLD OUT
All Aboard the Winter Wonderland Express!
Get ready for a magical holiday adventure that’s perfect for the whole family! Join us on a festive winter train ride from North Glenview Metra Station to a special location, where the spirit of the season comes to life. You will arrive to a special location where we will leisurely stroll to the delightful Egg Harbor Café to indulge in a delectable meal while waiting for Santa.
Following our meal, we will rejoin the train for the return trip to Glenview, with special guest accompanying us – Santa Claus himself! Each child will receive a small surprise from Santa, spreading holiday cheer and filling the air with joyous smiles.
Each participant (from baby to adult) will need to be registered. This event is sold out.
date June 17, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date June 17, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
Saturday,
February 18
date February 18, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price $100 R/$125 NR
location Historic Wagner Farm
Warming Winter Dinner
Comfort food has never tasted this good! Enjoy a feast of delicious, warming, elevated comfort foods that will be sure to melt away the winter blues at this adults-only event. The menu will utilize local produce and proteins from Historic Wagner Farm and will include a selection of beer and wine. Register now, spots are limited to 40 guests!
date February 18, 2023
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price free
location Historic Wagner Farm
Get Moving Glenview! Join us at Historic Wagner Farm
We’re popping up at events and in parks all summer long so you can try out the Park District’s new inclusive MOVMNT by Burke playground equipment. Win prizes for high scores and vote for its permanent home. Your local park could be a winner!
The next generation of play is here, and it will test your fitness, your agility and your speed. It’s for people of all ages and abilities. It’s MOVMNT® and it will move you more than you thought possible. MOVMNT is an electronic game that is powered by people. Users power up the game and dive into the numerous game options from single player to multi-player and individual achievement to team spirit. It’s a huge video game that disguises exercise as entertainment and fosters healthy competition and determination. With two versions, everyone can play and be challenged at their level.
date February 18, 2023
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price Free
location Historic Wagner Farm
Evenings on The Farm
Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse and take a stroll on the farm. No registration is required.
date February 18, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
date February 18, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price $10 per adult/child pair
location Park Center
Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot
Team up to win a turkey provided by Harrison’s Poultry Farm! Each adult/child team (ages 8-13) will attempt ten free throws and the pair with the highest total wins. Each age group will be assigned a specific time slot within the two-hour window (9-11 a.m.) and it will be sent by November 15. The fee is $10 per couple, ages 8-13 plus an adult. (Register ONLY the child who will participate in their appropriate age level.) Registration deadline is November 13.
Sunday,
March 19
date March 19, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price Free
location Lakeview Room
Glenview Concert Band Performance
Under the direction of Greg Wojcik, the Glenview Concert Band will perform music composed by John Williams, Julie Giroux, Karl King, Anne McGinty, Dmitri Shostakovich, Steven Reineke, Malcolm Arnold, and John Philip Sousa. Founded in 1985, the Glenview Concert Band is a community band made up of approximately 60 brass, woodwind and percussion volunteer players. Learn more about the band.
date March 19, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Billy Elton
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
Billy Elton celebrates the music of two of the greatest singers, pianists, and songwriters in pop music history – Billy Joel and Elton John.
date March 19, 2023
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
price Free
Bike Glenview - North Branch Ride
Please join us on the annual Bike Glenview – North Branch Ride! We’ll explore the beautiful variety of habitats found along the Chicago River, from Bunker Hill Forest Preserve north to Harms Woods. You’ll encounter prairies, wetlands, and woodlands as we wind our way north. Discover what makes these preserves so important for wildlife and people alike!
We’ll stop along the way to chat about the ecology and history of the preserves we’re traveling through. There will be a longer walk through Blue Star Memorial Woods (just north of Harms Woods) to discuss restoration efforts at that site. This ride is designed for cyclists of all skill levels, covering approximately 15 miles.
Please meet at 6639 W Harts Rd, Niles, IL 60714. We’ll be in the parking lot at the northern end of Bunker Hill Forest Preserve. We’ll depart promptly at 10:00 a.m. Remember to bring plenty of water! A helmet is required for this ride.
This event is free and it does fill up, so you must register to attend.
date March 19, 2023
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price included with admission ($13R, $16NR)
location Flick Outdoor Aquatic Center
Tropical Party
Our summer pool parties are the perfect escape from the summer heat, offering refreshing waters, great music, delicious food and fun themes. Jump right into the crystal-clear pool and make a splash with your friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable summer day.
date March 19, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date March 19, 2023
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Prairie Fest
Discover why prairies are so special and unique and take in the late summer color show that mother nature treats us to at our free Prairie Fest. There will be family-friendly activities, trail walks, guest speakers and outside organizations teaching us about the natural areas.
date March 19, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
date March 19, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Restoration Work Day at The Grove
For ages 8+, volunteers under age 15 must participate with an adult.
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Bring work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Reservations are requested so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Please RSVP to groverestoration@glenviewparks.org to reserve your spot.
Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date March 19, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
date March 19, 2023
time all day
location Park Center
Election Day
Park Center’s first floor mini gym will serve as a polling location for certain precincts on March 19. Parking is available in the front of the building; use the main middle entrance of the building. Note: early voting and ballot drop off at Village Hall is available March 4-18. To check your voting registration status or to find your precinct and polling place, click here.
Thursday,
April 20
date April 20, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
location Park Center
Open House on Planned Park Center Renovations
Join us for an open house to provide public feedback on recommended facility upgrades to Park Center, including:
• Adding new aquatics features and amenities such an indoor water ninja course and water play elements, improving accessibility, and adding isolated temperature controls for enhanced lap swimming and expanded programming
• Updating the East Wing, including the Lakeview Room and adjacent outdoor patio, to expand programming, expand functionality and include integrated technology
date April 20, 2023
2:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Guided Spring Ephemeral Walk
Join Meredith, The Grove’s Natural Resource Manager on a guided Spring Ephemeral Walk to spot some beautiful woodland ephemeral plants including trout lilies, mayapples, jack-in-the-pulpits and the majestic great white trillium, before they go dormant for another year.
date April 20, 2023
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
price free
location Roosevelt Park
Get Moving Glenview! Join us at Roosevelt Park
We’re popping up at events and in parks all summer long so you can try out the Park District’s new inclusive MOVMNT by Burke playground equipment. Win prizes for high scores and vote for its permanent home. Your local park could be a winner!
The next generation of play is here, and it will test your fitness, your agility and your speed. It’s for people of all ages and abilities. It’s MOVMNT® and it will move you more than you thought possible. MOVMNT is an electronic game that is powered by people. Users power up the game and dive into the numerous game options from single player to multi-player and individual achievement to team spirit. It’s a huge video game that disguises exercise as entertainment and fosters healthy competition and determination. With two versions, everyone can play and be challenged at their level.
date April 20, 2023
10:30 am
price Free
location Gallery Park Ampitheater
Little Bearfoot Children's Concerts - Miss Jamie's Farm
Join us Thursday mornings in July for the Glenview Park District’s summer entertainment series that’s just right for kids! Our whimsical, interactive and delightful entertainers provide a fun-filled outing for your whole family.
date April 20, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day
NOTE: August 27 date has been rescheduled for August 20, and September 24 has been rescheduled for September 17.
Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org
date April 20, 2023
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
price $10 per child ages 2-12 and $5 for ages 13 and older
location Park Center
Halloween SKELEbration!
Get in the Halloween spirit with our family-friendly Halloween party celebrating a “not so haunted” train. Join us inside for inflatables, DJ, face painting, creepy crafts, trick-or-treating and much more! Outside, there will be a ghoulish games, entertainment and cozy hayrides around Gallery Park (weather permitting). The event is designed for ages 2-12 years; parents must accompany their children. Costumes are encouraged.
Admission is $10 per child ages 2-12 and $5 for ages 13 and older, payable at the door. If inclement weather or rain, the outdoor activities will move inside.
date April 20, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
date April 20, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Winter Restoration Work Days at Fuller Air Station Prairie
Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather
date April 20, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Park Center
Pickleball Community Meeting
Join us at Park Center on either January 20 or January 22 to hear updates on the process of selecting locations for new pickleball courts in Glenview. Can’t join us in person? Join the meetings remotely using zoom and submit your questions via the chat. Your input is crucial in shaping the future of pickleball in our community.
Pickleball Community Meetings
Saturday, January 20, 2024, 10 a.m.- Noon
Monday, January 22, 2024, 7- 9 p.m.
Park Center Lakeview Room
2400 Chestnut, Glenview
Zoom Information
January 20
Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 894 2197 9771
Passcode: 419610
January 22
Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 821 0830 1898
Passcode: 208740
Visit the project website to get the latest updates on pickleball at the Glenview Park District.
date April 20, 2023
time all day
price $5 admission
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Winterfest
Celebrate all things winter at Winterfest at the Glenview Community Ice Center. Watch triple-header hockey games between Glenbrook South Titan Hockey Club and Saint Viator Hockey Club and see the Glenview Stars Hockey Association take on the St. Louis Sting. Enjoy a figure skating exhibition. Check out the Ice Center’s Ice Bumper Cars and participate in afternoon family public sessions or an evening glow stick public session. Enjoy food and drink at North Branch, and much more! All proceeds benefit the Glenview Park Foundation.
Thank you to our sponsors:
date April 20, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date April 20, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Spring Restoration Day at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie
For ages 8+ |
Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date April 20, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price $5
location The Grove
Reusable Bag Decorating
Drop in to celebrate Earth Day! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to take and use all summer long going to our pools, carrying library books, or shopping at the Farmers Market.
All supplies provided. $5 per bag, payable at the event.
date April 20, 2023
10:30 am - 11:30 am
price Free
location The Grove
Gardening with Native Plants
For ages 16+
Join The Grove for a special presentation Gardening with Native Plants by Meredith Suangka, Grove Natural Resource Manager, as she discusses the benefits of native vegetation and explains how to select the right plants for different environmental conditions and turn landscaping into a haven for pollinators and other wildlife. This program is free, but reservations are required. Please e-mail Meredith.Suangka@glenviewparks.org to RSVP.
date April 20, 2023
12:30 pm
price Free
location Gallery Park
Lake Glenview Fish Release Day
In partnership with Sunrise Glenview Rotary Club and the Village of Glenview
Help make a splash by restocking Lake Glenview with fish this spring! Live fish and buckets will be provided and all ages are welcome. Dress for the weather and wet conditions.
Call 847-299-6096 for more information.
Sunday,
May 21
date May 21, 2023
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Admission is free
location The Grove
Grove Annual Plant Sale
Dress up your home and yard for spring and summer with beautiful perennials, flowering pots and baskets, native plants and more from The Grove Heritage Association’s annual plant sale. Admission is free. The event is co-sponsored by the Grove Heritage Association and the Glenview Park District. Proceeds benefit The Grove.
Dates/Hours:
Saturday, May 20, 9 am-4 pm
Sunday, May 21, 9 am-2 pm
For more information, call 847-299-6096.
date May 21, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price included with admission ($11R, $14NR)
location Roosevelt Outdoor Aquatic Center
First Day of Summer Kickoff Party
Our summer pool parties are the perfect escape from the summer heat, offering refreshing waters, great music, delicious food and fun themes. Jump right into the crystal-clear pool and make a splash with your friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable summer day.
date May 21, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Mr. Meyers Band
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
Mr. Meyers play “Caribbean Rock” a mixture of reggae, soca/calypso, beach music, and their own originals.
date May 21, 2023
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
price Free
location Historic Wagner Farm
Evenings on The Farm
Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse and take a stroll on the farm. No registration is required.
date May 21, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Community Park West
Yappy Hour Series: Happy Pawlidays (dog park members only)
Presented by:
Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Join us for a Hawaiian-themed party celebrating the end of summer and preparing for the holidays to come. Make lasting memories and prepare for your holiday cards by getting your pet’s picture taken with Santa! Express your artistic side by painting ceramic ornaments to cherish for years to come and be sure to grab a holiday-themed bandana for your pet, while supplies last. Events are for dog park members only – make sure to bring your membership card to scan at the entrance.
date May 21, 2023
9:00 am - 5:00 am
price Weekend wagon rides $4/person
location Historic Wagner Farm
Fall Sales on the Farm - Pumpkins Arrived Early!
Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
If you love to see beautiful fall colors on your porch or in your garden during the fall, be sure to make a stop at Historic Wagner Farm! Dress up your home and yard with colorful, hardy mums! Pick up the perfect pumpkin and find cornstalks, ornamental corn and gift shop merchandise in the sales shed.
Wagon rides are offered Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-12 pm through October 28. Tickets are sold on site for $4/person. Children under 2 free of charge. Note: Rides are subject to cancellation. Call 847-657-1506 to check the status prior to your visit.
All sales benefit Historic Wagner Farm programs and operations.
date May 21, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date May 21, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
date May 21, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Squirrel Appreciation Day
Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Learn all about these highly active and very entertaining critters and make a squirrel-themed craft (while supplies last). For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
date May 21, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price $5
location The Grove
Reusable Bag Decorating
Drop in to celebrate Earth Day! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to take and use all summer long going to our pools, carrying library books, or shopping at the Farmers Market.
All supplies provided. $5 per bag, payable at the event.
date May 21, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Glenview Blades Tryouts
Love ice skating and performing? The Glenview Blades are a group of synchronized skating teams that have provided recreational and competitive opportunities for Glenview skaters for more than 35 years. The teams have won numerous district and national medals. Register by April 14 to attend our tryouts!
Synchronized skating is a popular discipline of figure skating both in the U.S. and around the world. In synchro, teams of 8 to 20 skaters compete together in unison. Synchronized skating teams move from straight lines to form patterns such as blocks, pinwheels, circles and intersections, all choreographed to music. It is characterized by teamwork, speed, intricate formations and challenging step sequences.
Saturday,
July 22
date July 22, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date July 22, 2023
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
price $5 in advance; $7 at the door; children under 2 are free
location The Grove
Fairy & Firefly Fest
Legendary woodland creatures known as fairies can be found in folklore and at The Grove! Come with your wings and dress for a magical adventure! Get sprinkled with some pixie dust, participate in a bubble wind dance, and guided fairy quest. Make and take home a fairy door and a firefly catcher jar. Learn a fairy song, enjoy a play fairy picnic in the garden, get a photo with a fairy, and so much more! Magical concoctions and fairy food available for purchase.
Tickets are available for 11 am-1 pm or 1 pm-3 pm. Please choose a time when purchasing tickets.
date July 22, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day at The Grove
Come visit The Grove and nurture the nature! Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org.
date July 22, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Community Park West
Yappy Hour Series: Howl-O-Ween (dog park members only)
Presented by:
NEW DATE! This event has been rescheduled for October 22 due to weather. Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Celebrate Halloween with your four-legged friend! Treat them to some special dog treats for “trick or treat” fun and let them socialize with other furry pals. Participate in a costume contest for a chance to win a free dog park membership for next year! The first 100 dogs will also receive a special toss n chew toy! Events are for dog park members only – make sure to bring your membership card to scan at the entrance.
date July 22, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
date July 22, 2023
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
location Park Center
Pickleball Community Meeting
Join us at Park Center to hear updates on the process of selecting locations for new pickleball courts in Glenview. Can’t join us in person? Join the meeting remotely using zoom and submit your questions via the chat. Your input is crucial in shaping the future of pickleball in our community.
Pickleball Community Meetings
Monday, January 22, 2024, 7- 9 p.m.
Park Center Lakeview Room
2400 Chestnut, Glenview
Zoom Information
January 22
Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 821 0830 1898
Passcode: 208740
Visit the project website to get the latest updates on pickleball at the Glenview Park District.
Sunday,
April 23
date April 23, 2023
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Wildlife Heroes - How to Help Animals in Need
Ages 8+
Join The Grove’s Animal Care Team in the Program Barn as they teach us about wildlife rehabilitation and how to provide aid to injured, orphaned, displaced, or distressed wild animals we may find in and around our homes. Free, but registration is requested.
date April 23, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Restoration Kids at The Grove
Ages: 3+ Yrs. w/adult guardian
Children and their guardians participate in amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation, and stewardship of the Earth. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information.
date April 23, 2023
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day
NOTE: August 27 date has been rescheduled for August 20, and September 24 has been rescheduled for September 17.
Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org
date April 23, 2023
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
price free
location Johns Park
Get Moving Glenview! Join us at Johns Park
We’re popping up at events and in parks all summer long so you can try out the Park District’s new inclusive MOVMNT by Burke playground equipment. Win prizes for high scores and vote for its permanent home. Your local park could be a winner!
The next generation of play is here, and it will test your fitness, your agility and your speed. It’s for people of all ages and abilities. It’s MOVMNT® and it will move you more than you thought possible. MOVMNT is an electronic game that is powered by people. Users power up the game and dive into the numerous game options from single player to multi-player and individual achievement to team spirit. It’s a huge video game that disguises exercise as entertainment and fosters healthy competition and determination. With two versions, everyone can play and be challenged at their level.
date April 23, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date April 23, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
date April 23, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Making Recycled Gift Tags
Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Get into the holiday spirit while going green and creating unique, eco-friendly gift tags for your holiday presents. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
date April 23, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
price $50 R/$62 NR
location Lakeview Room
location Park Center
Royal Ball
Join us for a soiree’ under the sea! Dive into the magic for a night of music, dancing and refreshments in Park Center’s beautiful Lakeview Room. The event is for ages 4-12 and children must be accompanied by an adult. The per person resident fee is $50; $62 for nonresidents. Advance registration is required by February 19. Please register each date and guest separately.
date April 23, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Spring Restoration Day at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie
For ages 8+ |
Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
date April 23, 2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am
price $6
location Gallery Park
location Park Center
Eggstravaganza - SOLD OUT
For those registered, the event will be held outdoors. We encourage all 🐰 snow bunnies to bundle up and dress warm. Just in case, please call 📞 the Rainout Line at 847-724-3337 or visit https://glenviewparks.org/weather-cancellations/ for the latest weather cancellation information.
Get ready for an egg-citing adventure that’s fun for the whole family! Join us for an egg hunt event for three different age groups (0-2 years, 3-5 years and 6-9 years). It’s triple the fun, triple the eggs, and triple the excitement!
- The 0-2 year old group will begin at 10:15 a.m. sharp
- The 3-5 year old and 5-9 year old groups will start at 10:30 a.m.
There will NOT be day of registration.
Saturday,
June 24
date June 24, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 24, 2023
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Glenview Summer Fest
Come see us at Summer Fest, an event hosted by the Glenview Chamber of Commerce! Stop by our booth to learn more about the park district and play fun games and win prizes.
date June 24, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 24, 2023
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
price $5 in advance; $7 at the door; children under 2 are free.
location The Grove
Pioneer Day
Could you live without electricity, central air, running water or even – gasp! – a flush toilet? Embark on an epic journey to discover what life was like in the 1800s. Bring the pioneer experience to life as you follow your map and travel along The Grove’s Trails.
- Try out hands-on activities – candle dipping, tin punching and pioneer chores
- Play old-fashioned pioneer games and enjoy music from the past
- Tour the Kennicott House and Victorian four square garden
- Meet reenactors from a Civil War-era Army Corps of Engineers and learn about their important contributions
- The Archives Building will also be open with a new exhibit celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Grove Heritage Association.
NOTE: Ticket times for admission are every 15 minutes starting at 11 am. Last ticketed admission time is at 2 pm. Please select an admission time when purchasing online. Guests may stay as long as they wish.
date June 24, 2023
time all day
price $225 per team
location Gallery Park
3v3 Summer Soccer Fest
This event is a celebration of our young athletes and the sport of soccer. Both recreational (open) and competitive (premier) divisions are offered for boys and girls so everyone of all ability levels can participate. Proceeds from this event help fund the Glenview Park Foundation and its mission to enhance recreational opportunities for all of Glenview.
Presented by
date June 24, 2023
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
location Park Center
SportSwap: Gently Used Equipment Swap and Sale
Glenview! Let’s all work together to keep used sports items out of the landfill!
The SportsSwap is a fun (and therapeutic) project that supports sustainability. It’s simple:
-
Gather up your gently used equipment in your garage, car/van, bedroom, or wherever.
-
Drop it off between August 24th and 26th at the Glenview Park Center West Gym.
-
Receive a voucher to purchase items on Sunday when you drop off items. Be sure bring the voucher on Sunday!
-
Don’t have anything to donate? No voucher? Not a problem. Come shop on Sunday anyway.
-
Pay with vouchers or CASH. No credit cards
-
SPONSORS:
Greener Glenview and the Glenview Park District
PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
Glenview Park Foundation
date June 24, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Winter Sales & Black Friday Winter Market
Historic Wagner Farm kicks off the first day of their annual Winter Sales with a special Winter Market on Black Friday. Shop for seasonal products, a selection of craft items and farm-to-table foods from some of your favorite Farmers Market vendors, onsite until 2 pm. The tree lot and sales shed will remain open until 4 pm on 11/24.
Winter Sales of fresh-cut trees, wreaths & evergreen boughs continue daily, M-Su, 10 am-4 pm while supplies last. Proceeds help support Historic Wagner Farm’s programs and operations.
date June 24, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
date June 24, 2023
time all day
price $60 per team
location Park Center
2nd Annual Black Friday Pickleball Tournament
Register your team for the 2nd Annual Black Friday Pickleball tournament at Park Center! Tournament will be a round-robin format. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place in each division, and bragging rights!
Divisions offered: Mixed Doubles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Senior Men’s Doubles, Senior Women’s Doubles, Senior Mixed Doubles, 65+ Men’s Doubles and 65+ Women’s Doubles.
$60 per team. Register only one member per team. Deadline is Monday, November 13. Tournament schedule information will be emailed by November 22. Bring your own paddle, balls provided.
Questions? Contact Brian O’Malley at brian.omalley@glenviewparks.org.
Max: 12 teams each level (will combine if necessary)
Start times vary based on division, and will be one of the following: 8 am / 12 pm / 4 pm.
date June 24, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Winter Restoration Work Days at Fuller Air Station Prairie
Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather
date June 24, 2023
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Get Moving Glenview! Community Wellness Walk
Join park district staff and other community members and friends to go for a walk along the trails at The Grove. Walking has been linked to incredible physical and mental health benefits. What better way to get out and enjoy community and nature than to do it together. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Let’s get moving, Glenview!
Friday,
August 25
date August 25, 2023
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free; some activities require pre-registration
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Stay Cool @ Back to School
Enjoy one last chilly blast this summer before it’s time to go back to school! Discover the coolest place in Glenview with free & fun activities to welcome everyone back to the Glenview Community Ice Center.
For this special night, we are turning into the Glenview Community Ice CREAM Center, with free ice cream treats for the first 400 visitors, courtesy of Culvers of Glenview, the Wilmette Dairy Queen and the Glenview Dairy Bar.
FREE:
Face Painting,
Hockey,
Broomball,
Karate,
Figure Skating,
Speedskating,
Ice Bumper Cars,
Public Skate & Skate Rental,
Training Demos,
and more!
Pick up gently-used gear at budget-friendly prices at the hockey and figure skating equipment resale hosted by Glenbrook South Hockey, the Glenview Stars and the Glenview Blades organizations.
Registration info coming soon…
date August 25, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
location Park Center
SportSwap: Gently Used Equipment Swap and Sale
Glenview! Let’s all work together to keep used sports items out of the landfill!
The SportsSwap is a fun (and therapeutic) project that supports sustainability. It’s simple:
-
Gather up your gently used equipment in your garage, car/van, bedroom, or wherever.
-
Drop it off between August 24th and 26th at the Glenview Park Center West Gym.
-
Receive a voucher to purchase items on Sunday when you drop off items. Be sure bring the voucher on Sunday!
-
Don’t have anything to donate? No voucher? Not a problem. Come shop on Sunday anyway.
-
Pay with vouchers or CASH. No credit cards
-
SPONSORS:
Greener Glenview and the Glenview Park District
PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
Glenview Park Foundation
date August 25, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
Wednesday,
July 26
date July 26, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
price free
location Jackman Park
Get Moving Glenview! Join us at Jackman Park
We’re popping up at events and in parks all summer long so you can try out the Park District’s new inclusive MOVMNT by Burke playground equipment. Win prizes for high scores and vote for its permanent home. Your local park could be a winner!
The next generation of play is here, and it will test your fitness, your agility and your speed. It’s for people of all ages and abilities. It’s MOVMNT® and it will move you more than you thought possible. MOVMNT is an electronic game that is powered by people. Users power up the game and dive into the numerous game options from single player to multi-player and individual achievement to team spirit. It’s a huge video game that disguises exercise as entertainment and fosters healthy competition and determination. With two versions, everyone can play and be challenged at their level.
date July 26, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - The Rockin Fenderskirts
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
Get ready for some Dancing! Put on your Blue Suede Shoes and Rock Around the Clock to your favorite rock ‘n’ roll oldies.
date July 26, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Park Center
SportSwap: Gently Used Equipment Swap and Sale
Glenview! Let’s all work together to keep used sports items out of the landfill!
The SportsSwap is a fun (and therapeutic) project that supports sustainability. It’s simple:
-
Gather up your gently used equipment in your garage, car/van, bedroom, or wherever.
-
Drop it off between August 24th and 26th at the Glenview Park Center West Gym.
-
Receive a voucher to purchase items on Sunday when you drop off items. Be sure bring the voucher on Sunday!
-
Don’t have anything to donate? No voucher? Not a problem. Come shop on Sunday anyway.
-
Pay with vouchers or CASH. No credit cards
-
SPONSORS:
Greener Glenview and the Glenview Park District
PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
Glenview Park Foundation
date July 26, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date July 26, 2023
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
price Free
location Park Center Preschool
Park Center Preschool Open House
Stop by to meet the teachers, tour the classrooms and get all of your questions answered. There will be waitlist forms available. Park Center Preschool and Childcare, ages 2-5, is offered year-round – Mondays through Fridays, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
For more information, email Preschool Director Amanda Giacomino at amanda.giacomino@glenviewparks.org or call 224-521-2550.
Monday,
March 27
date March 27, 2023
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
location Park Center
Park Center Job Fair
We’re Hiring! We’d love to have you on our team! We have several full and part time opportunities – camp counselors, lifeguards, swim instructors, preschool teachers, a variety of golf jobs and much more. We offer competitive wages starting between $14-$18/hr and special internal benefits. You must be at least 15 years old, no prior work experience is needed. Training will be provided. Stop by and meet our staff for an onsite interview!
date March 27, 2023
10:30 am
price Free
location Gallery Park Ampitheater
Little Bearfoot Children's Concerts - The Frog Lady
Join us Thursday mornings in July for the Glenview Park District’s summer entertainment series that’s just right for kids! Our whimsical, interactive and delightful entertainers provide a fun-filled outing for your whole family.
date March 27, 2023
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Center Studio for Dance Open House
Join us for Sunday Funday Dance Open House! Stop by for a dance studio tour, check out live dance demos, shop for costumes, meet the dance instructor team and sign up for Fall dance classes. Center Studio for Dance offers ballet, jazz, hip hop, Bollywood and much more. Questions? Contact Lisa Aguilar at lisa.aguilar@glenviewparks.org. See you on the dance floor!
date March 27, 2023
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
location Park Center
SportSwap: Gently Used Equipment Swap and Sale
Glenview! Let’s all work together to keep used sports items out of the landfill!
The SportsSwap is a fun (and therapeutic) project that supports sustainability. It’s simple:
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Gather up your gently used equipment in your garage, car/van, bedroom, or wherever.
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Drop it off between August 24th and 26th at the Glenview Park Center West Gym.
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Receive a voucher to purchase items on Sunday when you drop off items. Be sure bring the voucher on Sunday!
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Don’t have anything to donate? No voucher? Not a problem. Come shop on Sunday anyway.
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Pay with vouchers or CASH. No credit cards
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SPONSORS:
Greener Glenview and the Glenview Park District
PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
Glenview Park Foundation
date March 27, 2023
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
price $7 admission, $4 skate rental
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Frozen Frights
Join the Glenview Community Ice Center for an evening public session with a Halloween theme, open to all. Dress up in your costume and enjoy ice skating to spooky music under the disco ball. Other activities include:
- Giveaways
- Halloween crafts
- Ice Bumper Car rides
admission: Free with a season skate pass. $7 per skater for everyone else. Children ages 5 and under skate free with a paying adult.
skate rental: $4 per skater. Dress in a costume for FREE skate rental.
date March 27, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Fireplace Features: Wheel Throwing
Interested in learning about Park District programs? Check out a FREE Saturday class demo with an instructor! Drop in, ask questions, and maybe you’ll even learn a new hobby!
Our wheel throwing pottery class is designed for those interested in working with clay. New and advanced students are welcome! Clay, glazes, and tools are provided.
date March 27, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date March 27, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Glenview Resident Open House
Representatives from the Village of Glenview, Glenview Park District, Glenview Public Library, Glenview Chamber of Commerce, Northfield Township, Cook County, Endeavor Health, mental health services and other community organizations will be available at this free event!
Plenty of activities:
- Meet a police officer, firefighter and 9-1-1 telecommunicator
- Meet Village trustees
- Blood pressure checks
- Crafts and balloon animals for kids
- Get your library card
Complimentary refreshments will be provided.
Sponsored by:
Village of Glenview & Glenview Park District
Coordinated by:
Glenview Communicators
Wednesday,
June 28
date June 28, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price Free
location Lakeview Room
Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Wild Daisy
Join us for free, family-friendly entertainment all summer long every Wednesday through August 9! Bring a picnic, folding chairs and lawn blankets. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Park Center.
Wild Daisy is an energetic, dynamic, female-owned, female & male-fronted country band in the Chicagoland area.
date June 28, 2023
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Glenview Clean Energy Fair & EV Show
Celebrate sustainability and learn about clean energy solutions! Explore a wide range of products that support clean energy, including rooftop or community solar, battery storage and generators; home energy audits/assessments/weatherizing; electric products such as induction stoves, EVs, heat pumps (HVAC and/or water heater), lawn care equipment; energy conservation measures such as triple-pane windows.
Talk with vendors who sell and service those products and residents who use them. Learn from several utilities and nonprofits with expertise in the transition to clean energy and conservation. Check out electric vehicles in the parking lot directly adjacent to the gym and talk with auto retailers and EV owners.
date June 28, 2023
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Wildlife Heroes - How to Help Animals in Need
Ages 8+
Join The Grove’s Animal Care Team as they teach us about wildlife rehabilitation and how to provide aid to injured, orphaned, displaced, or distressed wild animals we may find in and around our homes. This program is free, but reservations are required. Please e-mail diane.michalski@glenviewparks.org to attend this program.
This event is SOLD OUT.
Thursday,
June 29
date June 29, 2023
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
price $10 per ticket
location Glenview Park Golf Club
Rock Out with the Victor Brown Band
& the Optimist Club of Glenview
to benefit the Youth of Glenview
Celebrate summer with a concert! This event is fundraiser, money raised goes to help the youth of Glenview including donations to Youth Services. Enjoy music, raffles and good company! Cocktails, food & beverage available for purchase. Victor Brown Band plays 6:30-9:30 p.m.
date June 29, 2023
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
International Mud Day Celebration
Get connected to the Earth and soil and discover the messy joy that comes from playing in and with mud. Come in messy clothes to play in our mud kitchen, make mud paintings, dig for insects and microorganisms in soil, and much more!
date June 29, 2023
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
price included with admission ($11R, $14NR)
location Roosevelt Outdoor Aquatic Center
Roosapalooza
Our summer pool parties are the perfect escape from the summer heat, offering refreshing waters, great music, delicious food and fun themes. Jump right into the crystal-clear pool and make a splash with your friends and family. Get ready for an unforgettable summer day.
date June 29, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date June 29, 2023
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price $10/person, children 2 and under free
location Historic Wagner Farm
A Family Halloween at Historic Wagner Farm - SOLD OUT
Wear your favorite costume and join the farm for a kid-friendly bash that includes haunted wagon rides, pumpkin games and more spooky fun. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.
date June 29, 2023
time all day
price varies; see details
location Park Center
Festival of Trees Decorating Contest
Presented by Light Keeper Pro
Get in the holiday spirit and decorate a holiday tree with your family, neighborhood groups, business, clubs, schools, service organizations, etc.! Trees will be on display at Park Center on December 2 from 3-6 p.m. and will be voted on by the public in several categories. Each group must provide their own artificial tree (no more than 6 feet tall) and a tree stand. Only one registration per organization/group/business/etc. A limited number of trees are available for purchase through the park district for $50 but once they are gone, they are gone! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Glenview Park Foundation.
Resident businesses/organizations fee: $100
Nonresident businesses/organizations: $150.
Park District Provided Trees Fees:
Resident businesses/organizations fee: $150
Nonresident businesses/organizations fee: $200
Don’t wait, registration deadline is November 29.
date June 29, 2023
time all day
location The Grove
GHA Plant Sale Preorder Deadline
This year’s plant sale features a great selection of hardy native plants from Midwest Groundcovers, including forbs, grasses and sedges, suitable for a variety of soil, moisture, and light conditions. These perennials are both beautiful and beneficial for pollinators like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.
Pre-order plants by April 29 for pick up at the Plant Sale. See the order form for details and join us at the Plant Sale at The Grove on Sa, May 18 and Su May 19, 2024.
Sunday,
April 30
date April 30, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Restoration Work Days
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Reservations are requested so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Please RSVP to meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org to reserve your spot. Work parties may be cancelled if there is inclement weather.
date April 30, 2023
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Glenview Farmer's Market
Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.
date April 30, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
price $100R/$120NR per group of up to 10
location Historic Wagner Farm
Wagon Rides at The Farm
What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.
date April 30, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Spring Restoration Day at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie
For ages 8+ |
Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
Monday,
July 31
date July 31, 2023
8:30 pm
price Free
location Jackman Park
Movie in the Park
Featuring Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)
Join us for a night under the stars watching family-friendly films presented by the Glenview Public Library and the Glenview Park District. In case of rain, movies will be shown in the Glenview Library’s Community Room. All ages are welcome. Don’t forget to bring your own blankets or chairs.
date July 31, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Community Park West
Yappy Hour Series: Dog Days of Summer (dog park members only)
Presented by:
Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Cool off with Kona Ice’s refreshing shaved ice while your furry friends enjoy pools of water for swimming and splashing. There will be music to set the mood and a travel pet water dispenser giveaway, while supplies last. Events are for dog park members only – make sure to bring your membership card to scan at the entrance.
date July 31, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price free
location Community Park West
Get Moving Glenview! Join us at Community Bark West (members only)
We’re popping up at events and in parks all summer long so you can try out the Park District’s new inclusive MOVMNT by Burke playground equipment. Win prizes for high scores and vote for its permanent home. Your local park could be a winner!
The next generation of play is here, and it will test your fitness, your agility and your speed. It’s for people of all ages and abilities. It’s MOVMNT® and it will move you more than you thought possible. MOVMNT is an electronic game that is powered by people. Users power up the game and dive into the numerous game options from single player to multi-player and individual achievement to team spirit. It’s a huge video game that disguises exercise as entertainment and fosters healthy competition and determination. With two versions, everyone can play and be challenged at their level.
date July 31, 2023
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
price $15/in advance; $17/at the door
location The Grove
Grove Trick or Treat Trail
Take a journey along the haunted paths at The Grove on the spookiest night of the year! Wear your costume and collect candy and prizes at different entertaining and interactive stations from frightfully-fun characters. Trick-or-treat safely at all the doors of the Historic 1856 Kennicott House (there are nine different doors in all!). Encounter live critters and take home a pumpkin.
Special trick-or-treat bags are provided (no need to bring your own). Plenty of non-food treats are available.
Tickets: $15/person in advance; $17/person at the door (limited tickets available at the event). Children under 2 are free. Ages 12 & under must be accompanied by a paid adult. Please select an admission time when purchasing tickets online. You may arrive earlier or stay later to enjoy all the festivities. Only paid participants are permitted on the hayride, can collect candy & prizes, and receive a pumpkin.
date July 31, 2023
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
price $5 in advance, $7 at the door
location The Grove
Square Dance into the New Year
Get your body moving, use your brain, have some fun, and make new friends as you learn to dance with the Glenview Squares at this end of the year dance celebration at The Grove complete with New Year’s Eve toast! No experience needed. No partner required.
For Ages 10+
date July 31, 2023
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
price $25R/$31NR
location Park Center
Happy Noon Year Party-SOLD OUT
UPDATE — The Noon Year’s Eve Party is sold out.
Can’t make it until midnight? Celebrate the “Noon Year” instead! The main gym will have bouncy inflatables, DJ, dancing, games and other fun activities. We cap off the event with a massive balloon drop. Note: Parents are free, but must accompany child(ren), ages 3-7 years. Advanced registration is required; no day of admission at the door. Don’t wait, register by December 29!
date July 31, 2023
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
location Coarse Italian
location Glenview Park Golf Club
Easter Brunch at Coarse Italian Restaurant
Celebrate the Easter holiday on Sunday, March 31 at Coarse Italian Restaurant located at Glenview Park Golf Club. Enjoy a beautiful Easter brunch with your family; seatings available from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Brunch favorites include steakhouse benedicts, lemon ricotta pancakes, beignets with lemon curd, and other chef exclusives.
Don’t wait! Call us at 847-657-3200 to make your reservation (deposit required).