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Best of the Best award received by Fox Valley Park District

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The Fox Valley Park District announced September 15 that it has received a “Best of the Best” award from the Illinois Association of Park Districts in the category of Best Green Practices. The District will be recognized at the Best of the Best Awards Gala, which will be held virtually...

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Bernard Cigrand’s presence in return to Fox Valley Park District’s Blackberry

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Bernard Cigrand moved to the Fox Valley in 1913. He was 47 at the time, a prominent dentist who relocated his successful practice to Aurora in 1920 from Batavia. Dr. Cigrand died in 1932, before figuratively returning to the Fox Valley area 70 years later, the Fox Valley Park District’s...

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New 2,000-square-foot plaza an enhancement at Blackberry Farm

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Jim Oberweis stood on the new, 2,000-square-foot plaza outside of The Barn at Blackberry Farm and surveyed the new amenities. The Illinois 25th District senator, who sponsored the $50,000 grant awarded to the Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) through the State’s Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunities (DCEO), echoed the...

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Entertainment

Fox Valley Park District closes both water parks

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In the spirit of the community’s health, safety and well-being, our top priority, the Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) made the difficult decision to close Splash Country Water Park and Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center for the entirety of the 2020 season. All passes purchased will be automatically refunded to...

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Events

Fox Valley Park District recreational in virtual capacity

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In the spirit of delivering programs and activities to its residents, the Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) remains committed to offering recreational opportunities in a virtual capacity during disruptions caused by the pandemic. Shortly after the State’s stay-at-home order, FVPD staff members unveiled a variety of online activities, which are...

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Fox Valley Park District plants trees in Aurora: Celebrates Earth Day, Arbor Day

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Call it planting with a purpose. In observation and celebration of Earth Day, April 22, and Arbor Day, April 24, the Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) last week planted four young trees at three of its parks, Blackhawk, Lincoln, and Waubonsie Lake (see photo on page 1).. With each shovel...

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Fox Valley Park District facilities, programs, continue closed

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In response to governor JB Pritzker’s executive order issued April 23 to extend the statewide stay at home order through May 30, all Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) facilities, playgrounds, parks, athletic fields, courts, and park restrooms across the community are closed to the public through May 30. This extension...

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Events

Fox Valley Park District forced into cancellation of Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race

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The Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) continues to monitor the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis, and adhere to recommendations set forth by local, State, and federal lawmakers, and health experts. As a result, FVPD officials have been forced to cancel several upcoming programs and events, including the Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race,...

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Government

Fox Valley Park District schedule released through Sunday, April 5

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The health and safety of the patrons and staff members of the Fox Valley Park District is of utmost importance. As we navigate challenging, evolving conditions, please know that we are using the most recent guidance from Federal, State, and County health agencies. We have decided to implement the following...

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Fox Valley Park District facilities’ aim: True safety

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Although there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in our District, the Fox Valley Park District Board of Commissioners and Leadership Team is taking preventive measures to provide the safest conditions for guests and staff members. We continue to collaborate with community and regional health agencies to determine the best...

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Business

Fox Valley Park District Job Fair for 250-300 persons

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The Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) will hold its annual job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue. FVPD officials will seek to fill between 250 and 300 vacancies, the majority of which are seasonal positions, though there...

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Fox Valley Park District Winter Stage production: Tarzan

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The Fox Valley Park District’s Winter Stage production of Tarzan will be performed at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue, in Aurora. Show times will be 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31; 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Tickets are $10 in advance, or...

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Sports Saturdays for first through fifth grades returns

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The Fox Valley Park District resumes its partnership with six schools throughout Aurora and North Aurora to offer its traditionally-popular Sports Saturdays program. Free to resident families with children in grades first through fifth, Sports Saturdays provide a supervised environment for children to interact in activities that include sports, crafts,...

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‘Best of the Best’ award to Fox Valley Park District

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The Fox Valley Park District announced that it has received a “Best of the Best” award from the Illinois Association of Park Districts. The FVPD captured the honor in the category of Arts in the Park – an award that recognizes agencies (park districts, forest preserves, conservation, recreation, and special...

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Pumpkin Weekends at Blackberry Farm in Aurora returns

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Blackberry Farm in Aurora will celebrate the Fall season throughout October with the return of its popular Pumpkin Weekends, to start Saturday, Oct. 5. Each weekend in October, including Columbus Day holiday, Monday, Oct. 14, residents are invited to enjoy family-friendly, pumpkin-themed festivities from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at...

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