Dear Plainfield Park District Families and Residents - We are at the point in the year where school is ending and summer is just around… Dear Plainfield Park District Families and Residents - We are at the point in the year where school is ending and summer is just around the corner. Normally the Plainfield Park District would be in an organized fury of getting ready for a variety of activities including day camps, swimming lessons, softball leagues, and outdoor… [Read More]
Plainfield Park District Unveiling Virtual E-Recreation Programs in May
The Plainfield Park District is embracing the “new normal” this spring with its first series of virtual programs, classes, and special events. Residents registering for… The Plainfield Park District is embracing the “new normal” this spring with its first series of virtual programs, classes, and special events. Residents registering for summer programs starting in May can sign up for the Park District’s E-Recreation offerings which are designed for residents to participate in from their homes. Virtual E-Recreation programs include fitness… [Read More]
Gypsy Moth Spraying in May
The Department of Agriculture intends to treat 300+ acres in Plainfield to help eradicate the gypsy moth. The gypsy moth is an invasive insect that… The Department of Agriculture intends to treat 300+ acres in Plainfield to help eradicate the gypsy moth. The gypsy moth is an invasive insect that feeds on a variety of trees and shrubs including Oaks, Willows, Birches, and Spruces. It can eventually kill the trees via repeated defoliation. The treatment will consist of two aerial… [Read More]
Plainfield Park District At Home Activities
To continue to provide recreation options for our residents, the Park District will be providing ideas and activities for families to do at home. We… To continue to provide recreation options for our residents, the Park District will be providing ideas and activities for families to do at home. We will be posting to our social media and website until the restart of normal operations. Fitness Videos Virtual Hike Riverview Fitness Move of the Day (Jump Squat) Fitness Move of… [Read More]
Plainfield Park District Offering Free Esports Rocket League Starting May 9
Plainfield Park District is offering an opportunity for players of all ages to participate in a FREE 3 v 3 esports Rocket League competition this… Plainfield Park District is offering an opportunity for players of all ages to participate in a FREE 3 v 3 esports Rocket League competition this spring in partnership with GGLeagues, a recreational esports league based in Chicago. Registration is open thru May 1 at 3pm and is free for this introductory session through the Park… [Read More]
PLAINFIELD PARK DISTRICT CELEBRATING ARBOR DAY WITH TREE GIVEAWAY
The Plainfield Park District will celebrate Arbor Day this year with a tree giveaway on April 22. The giveaway will take place from 10 a.m.… The Plainfield Park District will celebrate Arbor Day this year with a tree giveaway on April 22. The giveaway will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (PARC), 24550 W. Renwick Rd. in Plainfield. Two hundred trees will be available to the public on a first come, first… [Read More]
Plainfield Parks Plank That’s Crazy Challenge
Plainfield Park District is joining the Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce for a fundraiser that will benefit our Plainfield area first responders. Show your appreciation… Plainfield Park District is joining the Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce for a fundraiser that will benefit our Plainfield area first responders. Show your appreciation for all of our local first responders during the pandemic and help support the small businesses and restaurants in Plainfield by taking the Plank that’s Crazy Challenge and making a… [Read More]
Plainfield Park District Closed Through April 30
Following Governor Pritzker’s recent extension of the Illinois stay at home order, all Plainfield Park District facilities will remain closed until May 4. All special… Following Governor Pritzker’s recent extension of the Illinois stay at home order, all Plainfield Park District facilities will remain closed until May 4. All special events have been cancelled through May 31 and programming through may 4. Parks and open space throughout the Plainfield Park District remain open to residents provided they continue to follow… [Read More]
Plainfield Park District Playgrounds, Athletic Courts Closed Until Further Notice
In an effort to help reduce the transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Plainfield Park District is closing all playgrounds and athletic courts effective immediately,… In an effort to help reduce the transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Plainfield Park District is closing all playgrounds and athletic courts effective immediately, March 19, 2020, until further notice. Patrons witnessed using any Plainfield Park District playgrounds and athletic courts will be required to stop usage immediately and asked to leave the play… [Read More]
Plainfield Park District Facilities Closed Starting March 16
Per the direction of Illinois Governor Pritzker’s recent order to reduce the risk of the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) through social distancing and the new… Per the direction of Illinois Governor Pritzker’s recent order to reduce the risk of the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) through social distancing and the new CDC recommendation of limiting crowds to under 50 people, the Plainfield Park District will be closing all of its facilities to the public starting Monday, March 16, 2020 at 6… [Read More]
