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Plainfield Park District staff, commissioners and local dignitaries celebrated the Grand Re-Opening of Van Horn Woods with a ribbon cutting held September 6 on the… Plainfield Park District staff, commissioners and local dignitaries celebrated the Grand Re-Opening of Van Horn Woods with a ribbon cutting held September 6 on the east side of the park near the new playground. In July of 2022, the Park District was awarded an Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant administered by the… [Read More]

Try out a variety of fitness classes for FREE September 9-14! If you find the class that’s right for you, register and join us weekly.… Try out a variety of fitness classes for FREE September 9-14! 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+. Registration required. FREE classes offered include: Strength & Cardio for Active Adults, 5:45-6:45PM, September 9 20/20/20, 6-7PM,… [Read More]

The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Joseph Quinn as director of parks. Joe has served as a division manager, parks and grounds,… The Plainfield Park District recently announced the hiring of Joseph Quinn as director of parks. Joe has served as a division manager, parks and grounds, in the parks department the last two-plus years. His responsibilities included managing all parks and grounds maintenance work, special event equipment setup and special projects; schedules and supervision of work… [Read More]

The Plainfield Park District announced today that its Annual Budget document earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the… The Plainfield Park District announced today that its Annual Budget document earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This is the eighth straight year the Park District has earned the distinction. A press release issued by the GFOA stated, “The award represents a… [Read More]

In preparation for eastbound Lockport Street being closed to all traffic from IL Route 59 to the CN Railroad crossing near Hartong Street on July… In preparation for eastbound Lockport Street being closed to all traffic from IL Route 59 to the CN Railroad crossing near Hartong Street on July 16, please use the routes in the map below to access Ottawa Street Pool, Ottawa Park, Boy Scout Park and/or the Recreation Administration Center.  … [Read More]

Since 1985, July has been celebrated as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Park and… Since 1985, July has been celebrated as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the essential and powerful role local park and recreation professionals — such as our staff at Plainfield Park District — play in building stronger, more vibrant… [Read More]

Enjoy nature at an easy pace and experience the sights and sounds of the DuPage River while floating with friends for a good cause. The… Enjoy nature at an easy pace and experience the sights and sounds of the DuPage River while floating with friends for a good cause. The Friends of the Plainfield Park District Foundation have partnered with Plainfield River Tubing for a day of giving July 5. All proceeds from the day's activities will be donated to… [Read More]

For the second consecutive year, Plainfield Park District has been named a finalist for the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation… For the second consecutive year, Plainfield Park District has been named a finalist for the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management as selected by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The Park District is one of four finalists… [Read More]

The $90 for 90 days summer fitness special is back! Simply visit the Prairie Activity Recreation Center between May 1 and June 15 to purchase.… The $90 for 90 days summer fitness special is back! Simply visit the Prairie Activity Recreation Center between May 1 and June 15 to purchase. The pass includes use of the Prairie Fit Fitness Center, indoor walking track and the gymnasium. Must be paid-in-full at time of purchase and is good for 90 days from… [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]