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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]

        The Plainfield Park District has once again teamed up with the Plainfield Area Public Library and the Plainfield Police Department for their…         The Plainfield Park District has once again teamed up with the Plainfield Area Public Library and the Plainfield Police Department for their famous SCOOPS night. New this summer, the Park District is adding two StoryWalk® events with the Joliet Public Library. Please join us in the parks on the dates listed for… [Read More]

April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate the differences and contributions of autistic people, and promote inclusion and self-determination. Autism is a spectrum… April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate the differences and contributions of autistic people, and promote inclusion and self-determination. Autism is a spectrum of developmental conditions that affect how people communicate, interact, and perceive the world. Autism affects about 1 in 54 children in the US, and millions more around the world, with… [Read More]

The Plainfield Park District is proud to support Dark Sky Week April 2-8 to draw attention to light pollution, promote simple solutions to mitigate the… The Plainfield Park District is proud to support Dark Sky Week April 2-8 to draw attention to light pollution, promote simple solutions to mitigate the issue, and celebrate the irreplaceable beauty of a natural night. The Park District Board of Commissioners officially passed resolution 2024-04, a resolution declaring April 2-8, 2024 as Dark Sky Week… [Read More]

March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of… March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (March 8), we are highlighting some of the amazing women that work at the Plainfield Park District. Next up is Superintendent of Equine… [Read More]

March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of… March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (March 8), we are highlighting some of the amazing women that work at the Plainfield Park District. Today’s honoree is Director of Recreation… [Read More]