Spring Ice Show 2025 – "Glide into the Wild"

Glide Into the Wild May 2-4!
The annual Glenview Community Ice Center ice show will take you deep into the heart of the rainforest, where tigers leap, parrots soar, and monkeys swing from vine to vine. With dazzling costumes, lights, music and imaginative scenery, this is an unforgettable jungle adventure on the ice that you won’t want to miss!

General at the door: $10

Spring Blooms-DIY Flower Frames

Celebrate the season of renewal by creating your own flower-themed picture frame! Drop in anytime to craft a colorful frame, perfect for displaying your favorite spring memories.

Spring Ice Show 2025 – "Glide into the Wild"

Glide Into the Wild May 2-4!
The annual Glenview Community Ice Center ice show will take you deep into the heart of the rainforest, where tigers leap, parrots soar, and monkeys swing from vine to vine. With dazzling costumes, lights, music and imaginative scenery, this is an unforgettable jungle adventure on the ice that you won’t want to miss!

General at the door: $10

Wine with Nancy Kerrigan

Enjoy a special evening of conversation with Nancy Kerrigan, hosted in the Lakeview Room at Park Center. Your ticket includes two drink tickets, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a raffle ticket. Food and drink provided by Forza Meats.

Guests must be 21 or older.

The deadline to register for this event is March 30.

Spring Blooms-DIY Flower Frames

Celebrate the season of renewal by creating your own flower-themed picture frame! Drop in anytime to craft a colorful frame, perfect for displaying your favorite spring memories.

Spring Ice Show 2025 – "Glide into the Wild"

Glide Into the Wild May 2-4!
The annual Glenview Community Ice Center ice show will take you deep into the heart of the rainforest, where tigers leap, parrots soar, and monkeys swing from vine to vine. With dazzling costumes, lights, music and imaginative scenery, this is an unforgettable jungle adventure on the ice that you won’t want to miss!

General at the door: $10

On Ice with Nancy Kerrigan-Figure Skating Workshop

Figure skaters have the exciting opportunity to learn from one of the best! Nancy will share her expert insights, techniques, and personal experiences to help you elevate your skills on the ice. This hands-on workshop is open to ages 7 to adult, and all levels, Basic 1-Senior.

The deadline to register for this workshop is March 30.

Caymus Wine Dinner at Coarse Italian Restaurant

*Sign up by May 5

Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening at Coarse Italian Restaurant as we host an exquisite 6-course wine dinner, featuring the iconic wines of Caymus Vineyards.

Indulge in:

• A meticulously crafted 6-course menu
• Premium Caymus Vineyards wines, selected to complement each course
• The opportunity to purchase your favorite Caymus selections to enjoy at home

Mother's Day Tea

Celebrate the special women in your life with a Mother’s Day Luncheon Tea at the historic 1856 Kennicott House. Indulge in a carefully curated menu of traditional tea sandwiches, baked scones, and decadent desserts, paired with a selection of fine teas.

Register by April 25

Spring 2025 Dance Production

Glenbrook South High School Watson Auditorium, 4000 W. Lake Ave.

Experience the talent and passion of our incredible youth and adult dancers as they light up the stage! Tickets can be purchased online using the link below. For more details, call 847-724-5670.

Mother's Day Brunch

NOTE: 12:30 p.m. seatings SOLD OUT. 10 a.m. AVAILABLE.

Enjoy a beautiful brunch with your family!

Breakfast favorites include lemon ricotta pancakes, eggs benedict, shrimp cocktail, chicken limone and other chef exclusives.
Note: Prices do not include tax or gratuity.
Call 847-657-3200 to reserve your table (deposit required)!

SOLD OUT- EGGstravaganza

Join us at Little Bear Park (corner of Chestnut & Patriot) for a classic egg hunt event for two different age groups (0-2 years and 3-9 years). It’s double the fun, double the eggs and double the EGGcitement!

Times:
10:15 a.m. (ages 0-2)
10:30 a.m. (ages 3-9)

Please sign up in advance online or call our friendly customer service team at 847-724-5670.
Note: There will NOT be registration on April 12.

Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate the Earth and learn more about ways to improve our impact on the world. Experts in conservation and sustainability will be onsite with information for visitors, as well as free family activities and trail walks. Call 847-299-6096 for more information.

Bunny Hop Skate

Join us for a hoppin’ good time at Glenview Community Ice Center for a special public skate and visit from the bunny. Welcome the spring season with some bunny-approved fun on the ice!

$4 skates or free with a non-perishable food donation. Children ages 5 and under skate free with a paying adult.

Kids to Parks Day

This is a national day of outdoor play, designed to connect kids and their families with their local, state and national parks, to create the next generation of park stewards and caretakers. Visit the Interpretive Center and experience some hands-on animal encounters, download our free app and go on a self guided Fairy Quest, or join us on a guided trail hike at 2 p.m.

GHA Plant Sale Weekend

Dress up your home and yard with hardy native plants that thrive in Midwest conditions! Choose from a great selection of forbs, grasses and sedges, suitable for a variety of soil, moisture, and light conditions from Midwest Groundcovers. Proceeds support the work of the Grove Heritage Association and the Glenview Park District.

For best availability, pre-order by Monday, April 28 for pickup at the Plant Sale.

Dates/Hours:
Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

For more information, call 847-299-6096.

Spring on the Farm

Experience spring work and play, 1920s style! Meet the young livestock, help plant the outhouse flowers and take care of some spring cleaning. Check out popular recreational pastimes from 100 years ago and enjoy an old-fashion picnic. Food will be available on site for purchase, or bring your own picnic with you!

• Meet the young livestock
• Enjoy wagon rides
• Mix up homemade 1920s cleaning solutions
• Learn about the trendiest picnic recipes of yesteryear
• Plant flowers to take home
• Make giant soap bubbles
• Test out a 1920s camping cot and learn about cooking over a campfire
• Take part in sack races and other lawn games
• Enjoy ice cream from the Sweet and Treats Ice Cream Parlor

GHA Plant Sale Weekend

Dress up your home and yard with hardy native plants that thrive in Midwest conditions! Choose from a great selection of forbs, grasses and sedges, suitable for a variety of soil, moisture, and light conditions from Midwest Groundcovers. Proceeds support the work of the Grove Heritage Association and the Glenview Park District.

For best availability, pre-order by Monday, April 28 for pickup at the Plant Sale.

Dates/Hours:
Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

For more information, call 847-299-6096.

Reusable Bag Decorating

Drop in and celebrate Earth Day! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to use all summer long going to our pools, carrying library books, or shopping at the Farmers Market. All supplies provided.

Fish Release Day

Lake Glenview Fish Release Day

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.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around for Family Fitness Fun Fest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at NIPSTA Campus, 2300 Patriot Blvd.

Easter Brunch at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Celebrate the Easter holiday at Coarse Italian Restaurant located at Glenview Park Golf Club. Brunch favorites include steakhouse benedicts, lemon ricotta pancakes, beignets with lemon curd and other chef exclusives.

Spots are filling up fast! Call us at 847-657-3200 to make your reservation.

GHA Plant Sale Pre-Order Deadline

Choose from a great selection of forbs, grasses and sedges, suitable for a variety of soil, moisture, and light conditions from Midwest Groundcovers. These perennials not only add beauty but also support pollinators like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

New this year-Kennicott Heritage Peonies will be available for purchase. This species was originally planted in The Grove Nursery which was established by Dr John Kennicott in 1842.

For best availability, pre-order by Monday, April 28 for pickup at the Plant Sale.

See the order form for details and join us at the Plant Sale at The Grove on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18.