Elmhurst Park District

New community event is direct result of community feedback

Posted April 25, 2019 - 8:39am

Elmhurst Park District’s Vision 2020 project helped to shape the future of park and recreation services in Elmhurst as a direct result of community feedback obtained in 2016 and 2017. Since that time, Elmhurst Park District staff have put a plan in place to prioritize the initiatives the community desires. One of the things that came out of a community-wide survey was a desire for more community events for adults.

Staff has listened and this year will be hosting a new adult event called “Bags, Brew & BBQ” on Saturday, July 27 from 6-9:00 p.m. in front of Wilder Mansion.

Staff participate in Earth Day clean up

Posted April 22, 2019 - 4:45pm

In honor of Earth Day, Elmhurst Park District staff visited the future home of Elmhurst’s first dog park to do a site clean-up. More than two full trucks of trash and debris were cleared from the site at Old York Road. The future dog park is a Vision 2020 project. Learn more at vision2020.epd.org.

Salt Creek Greenway Trail Connector project begins

Posted April 22, 2019 - 10:18am

Progress on the Salt Creek Greenway trail connector has officially begun. The Elmhurst Park District’s 2019 capital budget included funds for completing the engineering, design, and construction of a 740 ft. long by 6 ft. wide asphalt trail connection in proximity to Brush Hill Road south of Butterfield Road. The current alignment at this location had trail users on the shoulder of the road and traveling against the flow of traffic.

“This project will provide a less hazardous bike route for all trail users,” said Director of Facilities Angela Ferrentino.

Berens Sled Hill Regrading Project

Posted April 12, 2019 - 6:45pm

The Berens Sled Hill regrading project is underway. Please see the tentative construction schedule. The contractor is targeting to complete the job on or before April 26.

Weekend Round Up: EPD kicks off spring with exciting events for all ages!

Posted April 11, 2019 - 11:11am

While we all anxiously await springtime weather in Chicago, we’re kicking off a few very eventful weekends. It’s a sure sign of fun things to come when you have this many options for families of all ages!

Saturday, April 13 - 8:00 am: Enjoy beautiful spring blooms at the Wilder Park Conservatory.

Wagner Community Center to reopen Thursday, April 11

Posted April 10, 2019 - 2:32pm

The water main break outside of Wagner Community Center was fixed this afternoon and the facility will open as scheduled on Thursday, April 11. We apologize for any inconvenience this caused and thank you for your understanding as we addressed the issue.

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