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The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Robert Asiamah as the new Information Technology (IT) Manager. Robert comes to Plainfield after serving as… The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Robert Asiamah as the new Information Technology (IT) Manager. Robert comes to Plainfield after serving as the IT manager at Tmax America the past 11+ years. Tmax is a specialist in the design and manufacture of thermal and acoustic insulation systems for all applications related to… [Read More]

 Plainfield Park Board Commissioner Ridgley Ann "Mimi" Poling was honored at her last “full” board meeting held April 13 at the Prairie Activity & Recreation…  Plainfield Park Board Commissioner Ridgley Ann "Mimi" Poling was honored at her last “full” board meeting held April 13 at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center. Park Board President Bill Thoman presented Commissioner Poling with a clock, containing an inscription that read, "In recognition of your 8 years of outstanding contributions, community leadership, and service… [Read More]

April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate the differences and contributions of autistic people, and promote inclusion and self-determination. Autism is a spectrum… April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate the differences and contributions of autistic people, and promote inclusion and self-determination. Autism is a spectrum of developmental conditions that affect how people communicate, interact, and perceive the world. Autism affects about 1 in 54 children in the US, and millions more around the world, with… [Read More]

April is Earth Month and April 22 is World Earth Day! From preserving open space and trees to responding to climate change, the field of… April is Earth Month and April 22 is World Earth Day! From preserving open space and trees to responding to climate change, the field of parks and recreation is essential to resilient communities. Did you know: Nationally, open space two times the size of New Jersey is collectively managed by local park and recreation agencies… [Read More]

March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of… March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of Women’s History Month and the Plainfield Park District’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Policy, we are highlighting some of the amazing women that work here. Next up is Recreation Manager… [Read More]

Pictured are (from left) Park Board President Bill Thoman and Park Board Commissioner Syed Abedi. Congratulations to Plainfield Park Board Commissioner Syed Abedi, who was… Pictured are (from left) Park Board President Bill Thoman and Park Board Commissioner Syed Abedi. Congratulations to Plainfield Park Board Commissioner Syed Abedi, who was honored at the regular board meeting held March 8 for attaining Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) Master Board Member status within the IAPD Board Member Development Program. Master Board… [Read More]

Cailee Butler March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In… Cailee Butler March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of Women’s History Month, International Women’s Day, and the Plainfield Park District’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Policy, we are highlighting some of the amazing women that work here.… [Read More]

Champion Creek, located at 24100 W. Champion Drive in Plainfield in the Champion Creek Subdivision, will receive a variety of improvements and upgrades in 2023.… Champion Creek, located at 24100 W. Champion Drive in Plainfield in the Champion Creek Subdivision, will receive a variety of improvements and upgrades in 2023. The 7.58-acre park is set to receive: Updated play equipment (shown below) Resurfaced half basketball court with a new goal and net Fresh paint job on the existing shelter New… [Read More]

The Plainfield Park District was awarded an Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources in the… The Plainfield Park District was awarded an Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources in the amount of $377,500 for the development of Springs at 127th. “We’re thankful for the opportunity to develop this park site,” said Plainfield Park District Executive Director Carlo Capalbo. “We’re always… [Read More]

Cumberland Park, located at 6901 Gallatin Drive in Plainfield in the Cumberland Subdivision, will receive a variety of improvements and upgrades in 2023. The 2.6-acre… Cumberland Park, located at 6901 Gallatin Drive in Plainfield in the Cumberland Subdivision, will receive a variety of improvements and upgrades in 2023. The 2.6-acre park is set to receive: Updated play equipment Fresh paint job on the existing shelter New site furniture and picnic table Landscape additions Partial sidewalk replacements and a ramp for… [Read More]