Spring into Summer 2024

Spring Into Summer 2024

Your Park District

Dear Residents & Park District Friends:

Spring is here, and summer is right around the corner! We hope the Park District of Franklin Park is included in your summer plans. We have plenty of outdoor programs and events coming this season.

Our Summer Camps offer plenty of opportunities for your children to play and socialize. Our experienced staff and exciting activities make our camps the best in the area. Summer Camps are available for ages 2-14, including Before & After Camp.

It’s time to lace up your sneakers, gather your loved ones, and join us in a world of vibrant fitness at our first annual Color Run, Walk, and Roll event. This family fitness event is hosted by the Parks Foundation of Franklin Park and School District 84 PTA.

Are you ready for summer? We are! There is no better place in town to spend your summer days than at the Pool on Pacific. Take advantage of the Early Bird Pool Pass Special and save $10 per pass.

The Park District of Franklin Park is looking forward to another action-packed summer! There are plenty of experiences for you and your family to participate in.

AnneMarie Casas

President, Board of Commissioners Park District of Franklin Park

STAFF

Administrative Staff

Dan LoCascio

Director of Parks & Recreation dlocascio@fpparks.org

Stephanie Bersani

Superintendent of Finance & sbersani@fpparks.org Technology

Maria Laskowski

Human Resources Manager mlaskowski@fpparks.org

Catherine Saponieri

Marketing & Communications csaponieri@fpparks.org Manager

Cindy Indurante

Accounts Payable cindurante@fpparks.org

Recreation Staff

Liz Visteen

Superintendent of Recreation lvisteen@fpparks.org

Sabrina Rivera

Program Manager srivera@fpparks.org

Liz Strack

Program & Aquatics Manager lstrack@fpparks.org

PARK DISTRICT OF FRANKLIN PARK

9560 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Park, IL 60131 • fpparks.org

Administrative Offices 847-455-2852

Pool on Pacific........................... 847-928-8480

Centre at North Park 847-678-4021

Service Center ........................... 847-451-1507

Ice Arena 847-671-4268

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

The Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Residents are always invited to attend. Meetings are held at the Park District Community Center, 9560 Franklin Avenue.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS

Monday–Thursday, 9 am–8 pm Friday, 9 am–5 pm Saturday, 9 am–12 pm Sunday, closed

Centre

at North Park Staff

Melissa Renta

Facility Manager mrenta@fpparks.org

Ice

Arena Staff

Carla Deak

Ice Arena Manager cdeak@fpparks.org

Jasmine DeCola

Arena Services Supervisor jdecola@fpparks.org

Anne Raucci

Skating School Director araucci@fpparks.org

Brandon Niedziela

Hockey Director bniedziela@fpparks.org

Joe Schulz

Hockey Development & Arena Supervisor jschulz@fpparks.org

Park Services Staff

Nathan Wick

Superintendent of Parks nwick@fpparks.org

Vito Menolascina

Parks & Facilities Maintenance Manager vmenolascina@fpparks.org

Jen Costa

Parks Service Assistant jcosta@fpparks.org

Spring into Summer 2024

AnneMarie Casas

Susan E. O’Connell Michael A. Vonesh

Mark K. White Joseph E. Zinga

Mission Statement

Dedicated to the Franklin Park community, we provide unique recreation opportunities through quality programs, parks, and facilities.

Entrusted with our residents’ investment, we are committed to fiscal responsibility, innovative leadership, and the highest standard of service.

Challenged with environmental and energy concerns, we are responsible for conservation, community education, and the best practices in resource management.

Considering the needs of our richly diverse community, we create awareness of the lifelong benefits of parks and recreation.

Summer Camps

Summer Camp

Early Bird Discount Register by April 29 for 10% Off

Tot Camp

AGES 24-35 MONTHS | CODE 7550

Calling all first-time campers! Our camp staff develops weekly themes to promote exciting play-based experiences. This camp is a great precursor for Tot School.

Being toilet trained is preferred, but not required. Diapers must be checked immediately before camp. If your child requires a diaper change during class, the family is contacted to come right away. Meet and Greet is May 22 at 6 pm at the Community Center.

Session I

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

Tu/Th May 28-Jun 20 9:15-11:15 am $155/$186

Session II

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

Tu/Th Jun 25-Jul 18 9:15-11:15 am $136/$163

*No camp Jul 4

Mini Session

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

Tu/Th Jul 23-Aug 8 9:15-11:15 am $116/$139

Location: Sunflower Nature Center

Sunshine Camp

AGES 3-4 YEARS | CODE 7549

In this camp, we focus on exploration and discovery. We aim to grow your child’s imagination by engaging them in creative crafts and activities. This half-day camp is a perfect way to jump-start your child for our Playschool and Preschool programs.

Being toilet trained is required for camper participation. Meet and Greet is May 22 at 6 pm at the Community Center.

Session I

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F May 28-Jun 21 9 am-12 pm $317/$380

M&M May 28-Jun 21 9 am-12 pm $210/$252

*No Camp May 27

Session II

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jun 24-Jul 19 9 am-12 pm $317/$380

M&M Jun 24-Jul 19 9 am-12 pm $210/$252

*No Camp Jul 4

Mini Session

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jul 22-Aug 9 9 am-12 pm $238/$285

M&M Jul 22-Aug 9 9 am-12 pm $158/$190

Location: Sunflower Nature Center

Mix and Match Option (M&M)

Pick your 3 days of camp instead of the traditional M/W/F. Days must remain the same all session and submitted upon registration.

Discovery Camp

GOING INTO GRADES K-5 | CODE 7548

Discovery Day Camp is the place to be this summer! Your child will participate in themed days, games & activities, pool visits, and field trips. We pride ourselves as the area’s best summer camp because of our qualified staff and exciting activities. Meet and Greet is May 23 at 6 pm at North Park.

After registering, you will receive an invitation via email from ePACT to complete your child’s health history and emergency medical information.

Session I

*No Camp May 27

Session II

Session III

*No

Session IV

Mini Session I

Mini Session II

Mini Session III

Location:

into Grades K -3: North Park

into Grades 4-5: North School

* Location is subject to change based on school availability

Summer Camps

Discovery & Teen Camp | GOING INTO GRADES K-8

Before Camp

Session I

Day

*No Camp May 27

Session II

Session III

*No camp Jul 4

Mini Session I

Mini Session II

Mini Session III

Location: North Park

Teen Camp

GOING INTO GRADES 6-8 | CODE 7551

This camp was designed with older campers in mind. Campers play a variety of group games, explore different parks in the Park District, pool visits, and go on field trips. Meet and Greet is May 23 at 6 pm at North Park.

Session I

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F May 28-Jun 7 9 am-3 pm $197/$237

M/W/F May 28-Jun 7 9 am-3 pm $116/$139

M&M May 28-Jun 7 9 am-3 pm $133/$160

*No Camp May 27

Session II

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jun 10-21 9 am-3 pm $219/$263

M/W/F Jun 10-21 9 am-3 pm $139/$167

M&M Jun 10-21 9 am-3 pm $160/$192

After Camp

Session I

Campers will be shuttled to North Park for Before & After Camp if that isn’t their camp location.

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F May 28-Jun 7 3 pm-6 pm $91/$109

M/W/F May 28-Jun 7 3 pm-6 pm $52/62

M&M May 28-Jun 7 3 pm-6 pm $65/$78

*No Camp May 27

Session II

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jun 10-21 3 pm-6 pm $101/$121

M/W/F Jun 10-21 3 pm-6 pm $63/$76

M&M Jun 10-21 3 pm-6 pm $79/$95

Session III

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jun 24-Jul 5 3 pm-6 pm $91/$109

M/W/F Jun 24-Jul 5 3 pm-6 pm $52/62

M&M Jun 24-Jul 5 3 pm-6 pm $65/$78

*No camp Jul 4

Session IV

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jul 8-19 3 pm-6 pm $101/$121

M/W/F Jul 8-19 3 pm-6 pm $63/$76

M&M Jul 8-19 3 pm-6 pm $79/$95

Mini Session I

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jul 22-26 3 pm-6 pm $50/$60

M/W/F Jul 22-26 3 pm-6 pm $31/$38

M&M Jul 22-26 3 pm-6 pm $39/$47

Mini Session II

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jul 29-Aug 2 3 pm-6 pm $50/$60

M/W/F Jul 29-Aug 2 3 pm-6 pm $31/$38

M&M Jul 29-Aug 2 3 pm-6 pm $39/$47

Mini Session III

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Aug 5-9 3 pm-6 pm $50/$60

M/W/F Aug 5-9 3 pm-6 pm $31/$38

M&M Aug 5-9 3 pm-6 pm $39/$47

Location: North Park Session III

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jun 24-Jul 5 9 am-3 pm $197/$237

M/W/F Jun 24-Jul 5 9 am-3 pm $116/$139

M&M Jun 24-Jul 5 9 am-3 pm $133/$160

*No camp Jul 4

Session IV

Day Date Time Fee (R/NR)

M-F Jul 8-19 9 am-3 pm $219/$263

M/W/F Jul 8-19 9 am-3 pm $139/$167

M&M Jul 8-19 9 am-3 pm $160/$192

Location: Community Center

Pool on Pacific

9715 Pacific Avenue |

2024 Pool Season Dates May 25-Aug 10

Pool Hours

Open Swim M-Su 12–6 pm

Adult Swim M-Su 10:30-11:45 am

Bubbles & Babies M-Sa 11-11:45 am

Post Season Hours | Aug 11-Sep 2

M-F Closed Sa & Su 12–6 pm

Daily Admission

Note: To enter the facility you must pay the admission fee or be a pass holder.

Children under age 3: FREE

Individual (age 3+): $12 ($9 with Resident Pass)

* To receive resident rates you must provide a valid Resident Pass.

Special Pool Hours

May 27 12-6 pm

Jul 4 12-6 pm

Sep 2 12-6 pm

Note: The pool is not open when the air temperature is less than 70 degrees, during lightning or thunderstorms, or if less than 10 patrons are present.

General Information

Come by the best spot to cool off in town! The Park District of Franklin Park’s Pool on Pacific is open every day starting Saturday, May 25 through August 10. After that, we are only open on weekends until Labor Day. The fun lasts all summer with exciting features including two slides, a plunge dive, a diving board, an adult sun deck, a basketball hoop, and a fun-filled tot pool area. The tot area fans out to zero depth and has several water features for little ones to enjoy.

Season Passes

PURCHASE BY APRIL 20 FOR SAVINGS

Enjoy your summer close to home by making a splash at the Pool on Pacific! The most affordable way to visit the pool is to purchase a season pass. If you purchase your season pass by Saturday, April 20 you save $10/$15 (R/NR). The Park District requires residents to obtain or renew their Resident Pass before purchasing a pool pass at the Community Center. Resident Passes prove residency when purchasing pool passes or paying daily admissions. This ensures that all residents are paying the correct rate for the Pool on Pacific and other Park District programs. For your convenience, patrons may purchase their passes at the pool. Season passes are nonrefundable.

Purchase your Pool Pass today and benefit from the savings. You cannot beat a fun-filled summer at the Pool on Pacific!

Early Bird Mar 5-Apr 20 Regular Apr 21

Children under age 3: FREE FREE

All Passes: $44/$66 NR $54/$81 NR

*NR=Non-resident

Pool Pass Punch Card

Are you expecting guests for a weekend, or do you plan to visit the pool only a couple of times? Then a Pool Punch Pass Card is right for you! Each card contains 10 punches used for admission to the pool during the 2024 season. One punch admits any individual ages three and up. That is a savings of at least $1 per person off the daily admission rate! Punch cards are available for purchase on March 5. 10-Punch Card (R/NR): $80/$110

Private Weekend Pool Parties

Take advantage of a warm summer evening with your family and friends. The Pool on Pacific offers pool rentals for private parties on Saturday and Sunday nights starting at 6:30 p.m. The pool includes fun features like two slides, a plunge dive, a diving board, an adult sun deck, a basketball hoop, and a large tot pool area.

You can bring your own food. No alcoholic beverages or barbeque grills are allowed on pool property and all pool rules/policies must be followed. Our well-trained staff and facility are designed to provide a safe environment for your next celebration.

Dates fill up quickly and are on a first-come, first-served basis — reserve today!

Parties are available for booking starting June 1 through August 10. After August 10, parties are only available on Saturdays. In addition, no parties will be held on Labor Day Weekend. For more information, contact the Park District at 847-455-2852.

Please note: Lifeguards are required to take a 10-minute safety break each hour In addition, there will be a $150 damage and cleaning deposit This will be refunded after the rental if no substantial cleaning is needed or if any damages are made to the facility or outside the property

Hourly Rate (R/NR): $260/$364 per hour

Penny Plunge

ALL AGES

Join us as we scatter tokens at the bottom of the pool. Swimmers can turn in tokens for prizes. Limit one prize per person.

Day Date Time Fee

Su Jun 9 1-4 pm Daily Admission or Pool Pass

Movie Night

ALL AGES

Looking for a new idea for family night? Enjoy Barbie poolside or in the water at the pool! Popcorn is provided. Floatation devices are not allowed with the exception of pool noodles.

Day Date Time Fee

F Jul 5 8:30 pm (Dusk) Daily Admission or Pool Pass

Sundae Funday

ALL AGES

Pool on Pacific

Open Swim Pool Parties

These parties are held during normal public swim hours. You can have up to 12 guests, including adults and children 3 and up. For any additional guests, there is a fee; for up to 24 guests. Your fee covers unlimited swimming starting at 1:00 p.m. till close. It also includes a one-hour table reservation in the concessions area either at 2:00, 3:00, or 4:00 p.m. A slice of pizza, an ice cream treat, and a Gatorade or water bottle are included for each guest. For more information or to reserve a date, contact the Park District at 847-455-2852.

• $192/$234 party for 12 guests

• $12/$16 per additional guest up to 24 guests

All patrons are required to cooperate with the lifeguards’ direction.

Don’t let the “Sunday Blues” get the best of you. Enjoy a free Sundae with your pick of toppings. Limit one per person.

Day Date Time Fee

Su Jul 21 1-4 pm Daily Admission or Pool Pass

Narwhal Swim Team

AGES 9-18 YEARS

This program promotes sportsmanship, team spirit, responsibility, and individual achievement. Narwhal Swim Team develops each swimmer to their potential. The team provides fitness and friendly competition in a positive environment. Participants must be able to swim 50 yards non-stop without touching the bottom of the pool and have the skills to be able to swim freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke.

This is a travel swim team. All athletes are expected to attend meets at different pool locations in our conference. If this is something your child may be interested in or if you want to find out more information, please attend our Parent Information Meeting on Thursday, March 14 at 6:30 pm at the Community Center.

Practice Location: Pool on Pacific

Special Events

with Breakfast Bunny

ALL AGES

Hop on over and join the Easter Bunny for a delicious breakfast. Afterwards, families can take their picture with the Easter Bunny and receive a special treat! Space is limited -register early! All participants must register, adults included

3 & Up 7351 $16/$21 per person

Ages 2 & Under Free

Location: Centre at North Park

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt

AGES 8-12 YEARS

Join your friends in a frenzy as you search for your eggs in the dark at North Park! The Easter Bunny wants to remind you to bring your flashlight and Easter basket or bag to help collect eggs. The hunt is cancelled if there is inclement weather

Day Date Time Fee

F Mar 22 8-8:15 pm Free

Location: North Park

Egg Hunt

AGES 1-7 YEARS

The Easter Bunny invites you for an egg-cellent time as you scramble for eggs at our annual Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your Easter basket or bag to hold all the goodies you find around the park. Maybe you will be one of the lucky ones who finds a golden egg. The hunt is held indoors if there is inclement weather

Day Date Time Fee

Sa Mar 23 11 am Free

Location: North Park

50th Annual

Spring Ice Show

If you haven’t seen one of our annual shows, you’ve been missing out! Each year, the Ice Arena presents a “near professional” production for your enjoyment. The costumes are colorful, the music is energetic and the lighting effects are vibrant. Best of all is watching our Skating School students perform. From tots through teens, they look forward to performing their newly learned jumps, spins, and choreographed routines in front of an audience. Bring the entire family to be part of that audience. Day

Shred

Sunday, April 28 9am Start ALL AGES

COLOR RUN COLOR RUN

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and bring the entire family together for an unforgettable morning of active fun.

The 2-mile course will include fun activities, obstacles, and a touch of color along the way. Participants can either run, walk, or roll (skates, strollers, and/or wagons) towards the finish line. All ages are welcome and children under 3 are free. Register by April 7 to guarantee your shirt size. Proceeds will go to the Parks Foundation of Franklin Park and District 84 PTA

Early Bird Fee (ages 4 & up): $20

Day of Fee (age 4 & up): $30

Begins and Ends at North Park

Sponsored by:

Registration Form

MAIL/WALK-IN WITH FULL PAYMENT TO 9560 FRANKLIN AVENUE, FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 OR FAX TO

1. Please print. Fill in your program selections and ALL needed information on the application below or processing may be delayed. Enclose a check or money order made payable to “The Park District of Franklin Park” for the full amount. Please do not mail cash.

2. Complete one registration form for each family. Those who wish to be in a class with another individual should submit his/her forms in one envelope.

3. Before your registration is complete, the waiver must be signed by a parent or legal guardian for any children under 18 years and by any adult participating in a program. Participation in any program cannot begin until the waiver is signed.

4. Receipts will be mailed prior to the start of programs. Anyone not admitted to a class will be notified and will receive a full refund.

5. In-district residents without a valid Resident Pass will be charged the out-of-district rate for all programs, events and rentals.

Please Fill In All Information (Area codes are required!)

Check here if this is a new phone number or address

Head of Household Full Name (Mr./Mrs./Ms.)

Do you have any special needs or require any accommodation?

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Check #

Payer’s Information

Cash (walk-ins only)

Waiver and Release of All Claims and Assumption of Risk

Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in the programs listed above, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with these programs (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided).

I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in these programs, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in these programs against the Park District of Franklin Park, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees.

I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all claims. If registering via fax, my facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature.

Photography Release: Photos are periodically taken of participants in class, at special events, and at Park District of Franklin Park facilities. Please be aware that these photos are for Park District of Franklin Park use only and may be used in marketing materials.

Participant’s Name (please print)

Participant’s Signature (18 years or older or parent/guardian) Date

PARTICIPATION WILL BE DENIED if the signature of adult participant or parent/guardian and date are not on this waiver.

9560 Franklin Avenue

Franklin Park, IL 60131

Phone 847-455-2852 • Fax 847-455-9053 fpparks.org • contact_us@fpparks.org

Administrative Office Hours:

Monday–Thursday, 9 am–8 pm

Friday, 9 am–5 pm

Saturday, 8 am–12 pm

Sunday, closed @PDFPparks

@ParkDistrictof FranklinPark

@FPparks

REGISTRATION DATES

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Residents Tuesday, Mar 5

Non-residents Thursday, Mar 7

POOL ON PACIFIC Season Passes

Enjoy your summer close to home by making a splash at the Pool on Pacific! The most affordable way to visit the pool is to purchase a season pass. If you purchase your season pass by Saturday, April 22 you save $10 per pass.

To: Postal Patron

Spring Break CAMP

GRADES K-8

Keep your child active and engaged at Spring Break Camp. Arts, crafts, sports, board games, and a trip to the Ice Arena on March 27 makes this camp full of action. If the weather cooperates, campers will go outside so dress accordingly. Campers need to bring lunch every day and a snack for attending Before or After Care. The fee is daily with a 2 day minimum requirement for registration

Mar 25-29, 9 am-3 pm

Day Fee (R/NR) Code

M-F $21/$25 per day 7400

Before Camp, 7-9 am

Day Fee (R/NR) Code

M-F $6/$8 per day 7401

After Camp, 3-6 pm

Day Fee (R/NR) Code

M-F $9/$12 per day 7402

Location: Centre at North Park