Party at PARC

Join us at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 10 for the kick-off bash of the summer! The event features:

• Fun activities
• Touch-A-Truck
• Inflatables
• Entertainment
• Food trucks
• Magic Show
• Family/Tot Open Gym
• Fitness Specials
• And more!

Additionally, the walking track and Prairie Fit Fitness Center are FREE and open to all during the event. There will also be a presentation on the Park District’s 2023 capital projects in the multi-purpose room of PARC. No registration is necessary at this FREE event. Sponsored by TR Miller Heating, Cooling & Plumbing and D'Arcy Buick GMC.

Traveling Story Walks

Join the Plainfield Public Library, Plainfield Police Department and Plainfield Park District for three Story Walks in three different parks this summer! For each event, there is a craft that goes with the featured story and a frozen sweet treat courtesy of the Plainfield Police Department! No need to register. All dates are FREE!

JUNE 7

Village Green (6-8PM)

The Underpants

by Tammi Sauer

JULY 12

Bott Park (6-8PM)

Ocean! Waves for All

by Stacy McAnultty

AUGUST 9

Tamarack Settlement (6-8PM)

I am Picky: Confessions of a Fussy

by Kristen Tracy!

Open House for PARC Expansion

We need your input! The Plainfield Park District is applying for a Park and Recreational Facility Construction (PARC) grant through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to expand the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center. Park District officials will present plans for the proposed expansion at an Open House set for 5 to 7 p.m., June 7 at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center.

Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park are back! Bring a chair, blanket, some snacks and do not forget the family for a night out under the stars. Movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.) at Settlers’ Park. No registration is necessary for these FREE events.

Dates and Titles:

June 9 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Rated PG, 100 minutes

June 23 – Minions: The Rise of Gru

Rated PG, 90 minutes

July 14 – The Bad Guys

Rated PG, 100 minutes

Float and Fundraise

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 3. All proceeds from the day's activities will be donated to the Friends of the Plainfield Park District Foundation.

Reserve your July 3 trip at https://www.plainfieldrivertubing.com/. Times are offered every half hour, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Cruise to Village Green

Once a month during downtown Plainfield's Cruise Nights, stop by the pavilion at Village Green for special activities, crafts, giveaways and fun!

There is no need to register for these FREE events.

June 13

Crafts

5-7PM

All ages

July 18

Snacktime

5-7PM

All ages

August 15

Games

5-7PM

All ages

SilverSneakers at Prairie Fit

The Plainfield Park District is proud to announce it now offers SilverSneakers through the Prairie Fit Fitness Center located within the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center at 24550 W. Renwick Road in Plainfield.

SilverSneakers is a health and fitness program designed for adults 65+ that’s included with many Medicare plans. A SilverSneakers membership is the same as a Prairie Fit membership. It includes use of the track, open gym and fitness center. Classes are not included.

Those wishing to participate must first check eligibility at SilverSneakers.com/check. Once confirmed, visit Prairie Fit to begin your fitness journey.

Includes Fitness Center, Indoor Track & Gym

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 purchase date. No cancellations, transfers or refunds.

Beat the Heat!

Beat the heat and enjoy the cool climate of the elevated indoor track inside the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (PARC) for only $30 for four months! Simply visit PARC between May 1 and June 15 to purchase. Must be paid-in-full at time of purchase and is good for four months from purchase date. No cancellations, transfers or refunds.

Patriotic Pony Rides

Celebrate the red, white and blue with our horses at the annual Patriotic Pony Rides 2:30 to 4 p.m., July 2. Rides last for 10 minutes and helmets are provided. Registration is required, and closed toe shoes are mandatory.

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