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March 18 - Wheaton League of Women Voters to Host Update on Former Hubble School Property

The Wheaton League of Women Voters is hosting an update on planning for the former Hubble School property (the corner of Main Street and Roosevelt Road) on March 18. Three speakers, Andy Johnson, President of CUSD 200, John Prendiville, member of the Wheaton City Council and Hubble Steering Committee and Ray Morrill, V.P., Park District Board, will each discuss their plans related to that property and what we can expect going forward. After their presentations, they will take questions from the audience. The program will be held at the Wheaton Park District Community Center, at 1777 S. Blanchard Road, Wheaton at 7:30 p.m.

For additional information, please contact Beth O’Malley 630-207-1866.

Find out how to join the Wheaton League of Women Voters at http://wheatonlwvil.org/join.html. We'd love to see you there!

Wheaton Park District Wins Several Gamon Awards!

The Creme De La Creme!  Community Kudos!

Arrowhead Golf Club's Executive Chef, Alan Pirhofer (left) and Restaurant Manager, Scott McKay (right)	(L-R) Arrowhead Golf Club's Chef Alan Pirhofer; Director of Catering and Banquets, Danielle Salerno; Under 30 Professional Award Winner Kristina Nemetz and Scott McKay, Restaurant Manager. Kristina Nemetz is the Catering Manager for Arrowhead Golf Club.	Wheaton Park District Commissioner Terry Mee (left) congratulates Wheaton Park District Commissioner Ray Morrill (right) for his prestigious award, "Citizen of the Year"

We appreciate your recognition and votes!

 Wheaton citizens and businesses voted on candidates for this year's awards, and Wheaton Park District was voted a winner in the following categories:
 
· Best Print Marketing - WPD Parade Booklet
· Arrowhead Restaurant and Bar - Restaurant of the Year
· Ray Morrill - Citizen of the Year
· Under 30 Professional Awards went to staff members Kristina Nemetz, Vanessa Peca, Brad Keene, Sara Arnas and Sara Buttita.

The Gamon Awards are held annually to celebrate businesses and local citizens who've made a significant contribution to the Wheaton community. Wheaton Park District is proud to be a winner with this year's awards.
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date:  February 8, 2010
Contact:  Rob Sperl
Wheaton Park District
Phone:  630.510.4975
Email: rsperl@wheatonparks.org

Wheaton Park District receives grant for $377,000!

Wheaton, IL –As part of the Open Space Lands Acquisition Development (OSLAD) Grant Program, The Wheaton Park District was awarded $377,000 from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.  This grant will be used for Renovation at Kelly Park.
Renovations to Kelly Park will include amenities within the park such as a splash pad, expanded basketball courts, skate rink improvements, warming shelter with fireplace, permanent restrooms, improved parking, bike racks and renovations to the existing tennis court. Kelly Park is a 17 acre park located at 1100 Main Street in Central Wheaton that is surrounded by a residential neighborhood and adjacent to Edison Middle School
The renovations at Kelly Park were based upon the desires and needs of area residents by way of a neighborhood surveys conducted in 2003, 2008 and 2009. The project design, engineering and permitting is in progress and construction is expected to begin in early Fall of this year.

“I feel these grants are so important for our parks and recreation systems to be able to provide these beautiful outdoor spaces for our communities”, stated Mike Fortner, State Representative from the 95th district."
           
The Wheaton Park District Grant was one of 49 grants announced by IDNR totaling $16.9 million for park development and land acquisition. OSLAD is a state financed grant program that provides funding assistance to local government agencies for the acquisition or development of land for public parks and open space.

Kelly Park project updates will be available at www.wheatonparkdistrict.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Arrowhead Golf Club Named Best of Weddings in
THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2010

Wheaton, IL (January 26, 2010) -- Arrowhead Golf Club is pleased to announce it has been selected as a 2010 ­­ winner in The Knot Best of Weddings, a special section in The KnotChicago magazine and on theknot.com Weddings from The Knot (NASDAQ: KNOT; www.theknot.com), the number-one wedding resource that’s most trusted by brides.

The Knot Best of Weddings 2010 provides a “by brides, for brides” guide to the top wedding professionals across the country, and is a must-have when it comes to selecting the best-of-the-best wedding resources. From New York florists and Seattle bridal salons to DC makeup artists, engaged couples will find detailed feedback on local wedding businesses reviewed by thousands of newlyweds who had great things to say.

Perfect memories are made here.
Arrowhead provides extraordinary facilities, delectable cuisine, supreme service, and spectacular views. Every aspect of your special event can be customized to your satisfaction. Our facility accommodates 20 to 300 guests. Arrowhead is the perfect site for wedding receptions and private parties.

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For Immediate Release
Wheaton Park District
Contact:  Rob Sperl
Phone:  630.510.4975
Email:  rsperl@wheatonparks.org

The Wheaton Park District is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony to commence the Northside Park Renovation Project.  The community is invited to attend the ceremony which will take place on Thursday, October 1 at 6 p.m.

The Wheaton Park District awarded the initial construction bid to E.P. Doyle and Son, a local firm that has been doing business since 1946.

E.P. Doyle and Son will begin mobilizing for construction on September 29 and will continue with this phase of the project through August of 2010.  Due to the extent of the construction and related traffic, a substantial portion of the park will be unusable during this time.  Park District programs, camps and sports programs will be relocated as necessary.  

For further project updates, go to: http://www.wheatonparkdistrict.com/pgs/parks/northside_renovations.html

If you would like additional information, please contact us.

Mike Benard
Executive Director
(630) 510-4945
mbenard@wheatonparks.org

Rust is a disease of bluegrass.  It often appears on residential lawns and high use athletic fields.  Rust is largely cosmetic, but the orange spores that dislodge easily from leaf surfaces can be a greater nuisance, covering shoes, pets and lawnmowers with a rusty residue.  These spores, carried by the wind or equipment, spread the disease to other areas during the growing season. 

Rust outbreaks are most common in late summer and early fall, although the sometimes the disease is active in the early spring.  Summer heat and drought stress along with over use and compaction contribute highly to the presence of rust on turf. 

This turfgrass disease is not harmful to humans, pets or even the turf.  In a heavy year it can make the grass appear thinner than normal but that can be said for just about all grass blades at this time of year.  Regular mowing reduces the abundance of orange spores and adding fertilizer can also help.  Both of these practices are done by the park district.

Help Donate to the Museum!

Wooden Train Sets
The Museum is currently seeking wooden train sets to be placed in the children’s activity room. We ask that the trains be in good condition and, if possible, complete sets. The goal of the museum is to create an atmosphere where visitors are able to experience hands on fun and education about the Museum collections and how they relate to DuPage County.

Donations can be made now through the end of the year.  To make a donation, please contact Sara Arnas at 630-665-4710.

All donations are tax deductible. Values will be determined by the donor.

Glancer Magazine's 2009 Reader’s Choice Award Winners Announced in the July 2009 Issue Arriving this Week
 
July 1, 2009 – Glancer Magazine, Inc., publisher of two local area community living magazines in the Naperville and Wheaton/Glen Ellyn areas, announces this week that voting has concluded for the magazine’s annual 2009 Reader’s Choice Awards.
 
“We are happy to announce the winners of this year’s Reader’s Choice Awards this July. This group of amazing local businesses is representative of each amazing community where we publish Glancer Magazine. What is truly so wonderful about this award program is that our readers selected the winners based on their favorite places to shop, dine, relax and unwind around town,” said Lindy Kleivo, Founding Publisher.

For a complete list of winners, visit Glancer Magazine online at http://www.glancermagazine.com/html/Readers_Choice.html

Wheaton Park District Goes Green!

The Board of Park Commissioners voted to adopt an environmental policy recommended by staff at the January 21, 2009 board meeting. The Wheaton Park District’s commitment to environmental stewardship and appreciation of increasing public awareness and concern about environmental issues led to the creation of an Environmental Policy Committee and development of a park district policy.  The policy will assist the Wheaton Park District to achieve environmental excellence in all park district programming and operations and will further promote the district’s role model status of sound environmental practices.  By educating the staff and community it will lead to changes in practices, which will result in positive environmental changes overall.  As a park district we are committed to setting an example and adopting a leadership position in establishing and maintaining sound environmental policies, practices and educational opportunities for the employees and patrons of the Wheaton Park District.

View more information about the Environmental Policy »

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