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A Special Message from the Village, District 36, and the Winnetka Park District
Dear Winnetka Neighbors, Since March, we have been asked to think and act in different ways, adjust to a constantly-changing atmosphere, and make a number of compromises in our daily lives that will help support our community in preventing the spread of COVID-19. Vigilance about mask-wearing, social distancing, and maintaining ...
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The Butterfly Garden at Dwyer Park
You may have noticed an explosion of color and a host of butterflies in The Butterfly Garden at the north end of Dwyer Park this summer. This garden, created and maintained by Garden Guild of Winnetka for more than 20 years, is a beautiful landmark in our community and a ...
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Congratulations to our Fourth of July Parade Winners!
Thank you to all who participated in our Fourth of July Parade. We had a total of 73 vehicles come out and celebrate with us. Prizes were given to the best decorated vehicles. Congratulations to the winning families! Click here to view a recording of the parade. Best Decorated Vehicle ...
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Wednesday in the Woods concerts are back!
Wednesday in the Woods daytime and evening concerts are back! To allow for social distancing, Hubbard Woods Park will be split into two sections: a yellow section and a green section. A maximum of 50 people are allowed per section. Patrons are required to reserve their spot in advance. Residents have ...
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The A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center Set to Open June 1!
On May 24, Governor Pritzker, by way of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, released a document titled “Tennis Facility and Player Safety Guidance.” This document will assist tennis facilities move consistently, yet cautiously, into the state’s third phase of Restore Illinois. Beginning June 1, all indoor and ...
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Winnetka Resident and Former Board Member Named Park District Executive Director
The Winnetka Park District Board of Commissioners appointed resident and former vice president of the park board, John Peterson, as the new executive director of the park district at the April 23 board meeting. Peterson’s appointment is effective May 1. He replaces John Muno who served as executive director since ...
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Programs Canceled, Facilities Closed to Public Until Further Notice
Starting tomorrow (Friday, March 13), all scheduled Winnetka Park District programs will be canceled and facilities will be closed to the public until further notice. The health and safety of our patrons is our number one priority and this decision was made to help support the CDC’s recommendation of social distancing. ...
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Winnetka Park District Monitoring Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Winnetka Park District is carefully monitoring developments of COVID-19 (coronavirus). While the current risk to Illinois residents remains low, we’re taking steps to prepare and are working closely with the Village of Winnetka, the library, and school districts in planning, response and communication. What you can do Wash hands ...
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Beach Conditions + Closures this Summer
Due to record high lake levels and several severe winter storms, our beaches have sustained unprecedented damage in recent months. Below is a look into the current conditions of our beaches and what that means for the 2020 beach season. These plans may change pending future lakefront conditions. Lloyd Beach ...
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