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The Plainfield Park District announced today that its finance department’s comprehensive annual financial report was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting… The Plainfield Park District announced today that its finance department’s comprehensive annual financial report was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This is the 18th straight year the Park District has earned the distinction. “This is a great… [Read More]

Planning Manager Kevin Miller The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Kevin Miller as the new Planning Manager. Kevin comes to Plainfield after… Planning Manager Kevin Miller The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Kevin Miller as the new Planning Manager. Kevin comes to Plainfield after graduating from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign this past May with a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture (BLA). He also holds an associate degree in general studies from Parkland College.… [Read More]

Home for the Holidays? The Prairie Activity & Recreation Center is now offering a 30-day membership for only $30. Membership includes use of Prairie Fit… Home for the Holidays? The Prairie Activity & Recreation Center is now offering a 30-day membership for only $30. Membership includes use of Prairie Fit Fitness Center, indoor track and gymnasium. Memberships are available to purchase now through January 7, 2024 and are valid for 30 days from the date of purchase. Memberships must be… [Read More]

Give the gift of fitness this holiday season with a special sale December 8-10. The following 12-month memberships, which must be paid-in-full at time of… Give the gift of fitness this holiday season with a special sale December 8-10. The following 12-month memberships, which must be paid-in-full at time of purchase, will be on sale: Track Memberships - $50 Open Gym Memberships - $80 Fitness Memberships - $200 Memberships must be purchased at the Prairie Activity & Recreation, 24550 W.… [Read More]

Paul Crisman In honor of Veterans Day, the Plainfield Park District is recognizing Risk Manager Paul Crisman and Park Board Commissioner Tracee Steele, both of… Paul Crisman In honor of Veterans Day, the Plainfield Park District is recognizing Risk Manager Paul Crisman and Park Board Commissioner Tracee Steele, both of who served their country. Crisman, an employee of the District the past 26+ years, served in the Air Force (1987-1992) during Desert Storm, the conflict between Iraq and a coalition… [Read More]

The Prairie Activity & Recreation Center is the place to be on Black Friday Weekend as the absolute best membership deal of the year will… The Prairie Activity & Recreation Center is the place to be on Black Friday Weekend as the absolute best membership deal of the year will be available! A membership to the Prairie Fit Fitness Center (which includes use of fitness center, indoor track and gymnasium) will be only $17/month EFT. First year only. One-year commitment.… [Read More]

The Plainfield Park District was recently chosen the BEST park district in the 2023 Herald-News Best of Will County Readers’ Choice Awards. The District was… The Plainfield Park District was recently chosen the BEST park district in the 2023 Herald-News Best of Will County Readers’ Choice Awards. The District was also chosen as one of the best in family recreation. The Park District will be honored at the Best of Will County Readers’ Choice Winners Celebration scheduled for November 28… [Read More]

The Plainfield Park District recently unveiled plans for a new sensory playground at Van Horn Woods. The play area will feature a main structure with… The Plainfield Park District recently unveiled plans for a new sensory playground at Van Horn Woods. The play area will feature a main structure with some traditional play elements including: Ground-level, under-deck play spaces Sphere for sensory interaction Spinner Rocking rider Sensory dome with various small spaces and interactive elements Communication board designed in collaboration… [Read More]

Paving projects are expected to begin this week as follows: Four Seasons – Adding paths to the north and south of the main ballfield quad… Paving projects are expected to begin this week as follows: Four Seasons – Adding paths to the north and south of the main ballfield quad to add ADA accessibility to two additional ballfields at the Four Seasons Complex. Farmstone Ridge – The eastern portion of the park site path will receive a grind and overlay… [Read More]

Try out a variety of fitness classes for FREE August 21-26! If you find the class that's right for you, register and join us weekly.… Try out a variety of fitness classes for FREE August 21-26! If you find the class that's right for you, register and join us weekly. All classes are at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center. For ages 16+. FREE classes offered include: Strength & Cardio for Active Adults August 21, 5:45-6:45PM August 26, 9-10AM 20/20/20… [Read More]