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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The month was chosen because two important milestones in Asian/Pacific American history occurred in May: the arrival in the United States…

Tamarack Settlement Park sign unveiling

Descendents of some of Plainfield’s earliest residents attended an unveiling of the new Tamarack Settlement Park sign April 23. The park, formerly known as Northwest Community Park, was officially renamed…

Joseph Quinn joins the District as new division manager of parks and grounds

The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Joseph Quinn as a division manager, parks and grounds, in the parks and planning department. Joe comes to Plainfield after serving…

Women’s History Month – Colette Safford

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…

Daisy Dog Park to be closed beginning April 1

Daisy Dog Park, located at 13214 Blakely Drive in Plainfield, will be closed for turf maintenance beginning April 1. Thank you for your patience while we maintain this park. Please…

Women’s History Month – Maureen Nugent

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…

Women’s History Month – Jennifer Rooks-Lopez

March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In addition, March 8 is International Women’s Day,…

Plainfield playground finds new home in Iraq

Look familiar? This is a picture of the Clearwater Springs playground structure that was refurbished and recently installed at a refugee camp in Ba’adra, Iraq. The original playground structure was…

Plainfield Park District moves to mask optional status February 28, 2022

Effective February 28, 2022, the Plainfield Park District will move to mask optional status. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the District has adhered to all mandates and executive orders. Effective February…

Black History Month

February is Black History Month and celebrates the achievements, honors, contributions and triumphs of individuals with African or Caribbean heritage. The Plainfield Park District will be sharing activities all month…