Events • Overview
 Spring Forward to Better Health!
Whole Foods Wheaton • March 13th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Join the DuPage County Coalition for a fun filled day of healthy eating and activities to promote a healthy lifestyle!
Menu for the day includes:
• Healthy food samples
• Chair massages, karate demonstrations and a mini boot camp
• Try out Wii fitness
• Go, slow and whoa activities
• Prizes and more
• At Noon meet the Biggest Loser couple-Jerry and Estella Hayes and the new forward Student Health Champions
• Northern Illinois Food Bank donation trunk will be onsite to accept donations
Whole Foods Wheaton is located at 151 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton, IL 60189 -- Map & Directions
» Click here to see a flyer for this event as well as the event partners.
Used Sports Equipment Sale
Community Center • March 20, 10 am-1 pm
The Wheaton Park District is hosting a new and gently used sports equipment sale. Sale proceeds benefit the park district’s Leisureship Program which was developed to make aquatic facilities and recreation programs available to all Wheaton Park District residents regardless of their economic situation.
Donations of new and gently used sports equipment including soccer balls (size 3, 4 and 5), shin guards, baseball and softball gloves, aluminum and wooden bats, and baseballs and softballs are being accepted at the Community Center, 1777 S. Blanchard Road, beginning November 10, 2009
through March 6, 2010. Make a donation and receive a discount coupon from Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Other equipment drop-off locations are…
- Sport Clips, 537 Schmale Road, North Wheaton (Carol Stream)
- Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Road, Wheaton
- Genghis Grill, 106 N. Hale Street, Downtown Wheaton
Peter Rabbit and the Landscapes of Home: Beatrix Potter
March 20 • 12:45 p.m.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with Beatrix Potter!
Illinois Humanities Council Road Scholar, Nancy Huse joins DuPage County Historical Museum to gives a first-person Chautauqua-style interpretation of Beatrix Potter and her multiple accomplishments. Potter, over various life stages, describes herself as a writer, artist, scientist, and a philanthropist. She dramatizes her role as a woman who impacted the ‘domestic landscape’ of children’s books and rural England. Nancy Huse is a Professor of English and Women's Studies. She has taught literature courses, including youth literature, and is a past president of the Children's Literature Society. She has also published several of her own books and articles on the humanities.
Free, limited space available.
Please register in advance. Walk-in admission is not guaranteed.
Please call 630-665-4710 for more information.
This Program is made possible in part by an award from the Illinois Humanities Council, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Illinois General Assembly."
Earth Hour 2010
Wheaton, IL • March 27, 8:30 pm (Local Time)
The Wheaton Park District encourages all residents to partner with millions of people around the world in turning off the lights for Earth Hour to raise awareness and demand action to fight climate change.
Getting Involved is Easy:
- Sign up at EarthHour.org
Show your support at work and at home!
- Spread the Word
Invite your friends and family to join the movement
- Turn off the lights
Turn off your non-essential lighting at 8:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, March 27.
Already, several communities, landmarks, and individuals have pledged their support for Earth Hour 2010, committing to turn off the lights for 60 minutes at 8:30 pm (local time) on March 27. To learn more about the movement, to register, and to help spread the word, please visit www.myearthhour.org.
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 Ladies Night Out at the Museum
Dupage County Historical Museum • March 31, 6 pm-8:30 pm
The holidays are long gone – time to get your girlfriends together for an evening designed just for you. You’ll be treated to wine tasting by Tasting DeVine, hors d’oeurve bar, and a spectacular show performed by Peter Miletic, the Piano Man. Most nights you’ll find Peter playing at the RedHead Piano Lounge downtown. This incredibly talented and versatile vocalist performs your favorite artists from the 1970s through today – Elton John, Billy Joel, Stones, and more. Indulge yourself, relax and have some fun!
Enjoy a light dinner and wine tasting from 6 to 7 p.m., and Peter’s show plus coffee and dessert from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Must be 21 or over to participate. Limit to 75 ladies.
Cost: $29/resident; $35/non-resident
Register now »
Easter Brunch
Arrowhead Golf Club • April 4, 2010 • Brunch will be served from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
$39.95 Adults / $19.95 Children ages 5 to 12
Tax and gratuity additional.
A showcase of Chef Alan’s unique culinary creations including…
Carving Station ~ Lamb, Ham, Turkey
Omelette Station
Seafood Station
Kids Station
New! Make Your Own Parfait Station
To view the Easter Brunch Menu, click here.
Call for reservations ~ 630.510.5054
Go Fly a Kite 2010
April 17, 2010 • 9 am
Last April, in conjunction with Wheaton’s Sesquicentennial Celebration, Wheaton residents attempted to break the Guinness Book of World Records for the most kites flown simultaneously (967 kites). We had over 1,100 notarized registrants that day, but unfortunately, the wind was not on our side, and we did not break the record. A certified 800 kites were set aloft that day. The families that came out for the event had a great time, so we are ready to “give it another try.”
On Saturday morning, April 17, 2010 at Graf Park in Wheaton at 9:00 a.m., the Wheaton Park District and area families will attempt to break last year’s record of 800 kites in the air simultaneously!
The schedule for the morning is as follows:
Sign in: 9 am
Grand Launch: 10 am
Chicago Fire Kite Team Demonstration: 11 am
Kite games: 11:30 am
The rain date for the event is Sunday, April 25, 2010 at 12:00 p.m.
This is a FREE event!
Bring your own kite, or purchase a special Go Fly a Kite commemorative kite. Look for more information regarding kite sales soon.We will have kites available for purchase. We will also have t-shirts available for purchase in addition to other community vendors.
NEW THIS YEAR -- The Chicago Fire Kite Team will be coming to the event to perform a demonstration as well as coordinate a number of fun kite flying activities for the participants. A video of one of their demonstrations can be viewed a here. A video of last year’s event can be viewed a here .
To register, please print this registration form and bring it with you the day of the event.
View a Parking Map »
If you have any questions, please contact Cathy Hetrick at chetrick@wheatonparks.org or at 630-510-4986.
This event is sponsored by Gift of Wings and the Kite Society of Wisconsin and Illinois and is now part of the “TOUR de KITES."
For more information, please visit the Gift of Wings web site at www.giftofwings.com.
Earth Day Lecture: Landscaping with Native Plants
Thursday, April 22, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. • Wheaton City Council Chambers
Celebrate Earth Day by listening to Pat Armstrong of Naperville speak about her many years of incorporating native plants in her suburban landscaping. The event will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Wheaton City Council Chambers. This may be very helpful in planning your purchases at the May 1st Illinois Native Plant Sale.
 Illinois Native Plant Sale
Saturday, May 1, 2010 • Begins @ 8:30am – ends when plants sold out!
Wheaton Public Works Building • 821 W. Liberty Dr.
Wheaton’s Landscape Diversity Committee encourages residents to plant native plants in future landscape projects. Native plants are adapted to the soils and climate of our area. These plant species provide habitat for a wide variety of native wildlife species, and at the same time provide an attractive, low maintenance landscape. Native plants are beneficial because they do not require irrigation or fertilizer, are resistant to drought and insects, will not harm or degrade native ecosystems and are beautiful and interesting.
For more information, please contact Steve Hinchee at (630)871-2857 or shinchee@wheatonparks.org.
 “Speakeasy Casino Night”
Speakeasy Casino Night Date Changed – There’s Been a Raid on the Museum!
Unfortunately we’ve been found out and the place has been raided!
A new date has been chosen and we promise the fun will not be interrupted.
Please join us Friday, May 21 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the DuPage County Historical Museum.
Prepare to be dazzled as the DuPage County Historical Museum hosts its first casino night. Try your hand at blackjack, roulette and craps as we travel back in time to the era of prohibition. Experience the intrigue and glamour of at 1920’s speakeasy. With the price of your ticket, you will enjoy music, appetizers, drinks, raffle prizes, give-a-ways, entertainment, and $100 in “funny money” to get the evening started. Awards will be given for best themed costumes. Don’t forget the password as you will need that to gain entrance to the speakeasy.
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$75 per person |
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Sport coat optional |
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Volstead (Volstead Act: formerly the prohibition act, reinforced the prohibition of alcohol in the U.S. in 1919) |
For a list of raffle prizes and sponsors, please click here.
Reservations
Reservations may be placed at the DuPage County Historical Museum or by calling 630.665.4710.
Questions?
For questions call 630.665.4710.
All proceeds from the event benefit the DuPage County Historical Museum.
U Rock 2010 - Teen Battle of the Bands
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 • Memorial Park
Who: Teens and young adults. Come out for a night of music performed by your peers! A large crowd is expected!
What: A Battle of the Bands, with performances by at least three local groups
Where: Taste of Wheaton - Wheaton Park District Bandshell, Memorial Park. 208 W. Union, Wheaton.
When: Wednesday, June 2, 2010. First band begins at 6pm! Judging to be completed by 9pm.
Why: Let’s get back to STATE! The past two year’s U Rock winners have performed at the Illinois State Fair after winning regional competitions. Local winners are also invited to participate in either Wheaton or Glen Ellyn July 4th events!
More Info: No fee to apply or perform. All music and dress should be family friendly for this outdoor event. Applications and demos due by 6 pm on Sunday, May 8. Mail to: Jen Bruggeman, 1777 S. Blanchard, Wheaton, IL 60189. Selected bands will be notified of acceptance by May 15. Performances will be judged with the top band advancing to regional and possibly state competitions and invited to participate in Wheaton and/or Glen Ellyn July 4th celebrations.
Download the Application & Participant Packet »
Download Rules and Regulations »
Contact Jen at jbruggeman@wheatonparks.org for more information.
 Run for the Animals 2010
June 5, 2010 • Memorial Park
Don't miss this annual 5K/10K run, it starts at 7:30am in Memorial Park.
The Zippity Zoo Run is also back! This half-mile run is full of fun for the children. The Zippity Zoo Run starts at 8:45am.
Register Now at active.com »
Download a registration form (PDF) »
Event Sponsors:
Fourth of July 2010 "America the Beautiful"
Welcome to the 2010 Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks Events
Event Schedule:
- Fireworks on the evening of July 3rd at DuPage County Fairgrounds with viewing from Graf Park
- Parade at noon on July 4th along Main Street.
Interested in participating? Click on the following files for details:
Check back soon for additional event details!
Questions, email: julyparade@wheatonparks.org
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