Traveling StoryWalks

The next StoryWalk event is set for 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday at Village Green, 24121 W. Chicago St., in downtown Plainfield. Join the Plainfield Area Public Library for, "The Three Billy Goats Gruff" by Mac Barnett with a craft provided by the Park District and a frozen street by the Plainfield Police Department. This is a FREE event. No registration is necessary.

Tiki Bash

Join us at Ottawa Street Pool from 3 to 5 p.m., Saturday for an afternoon of Polynesian fun that includes swimming, music, dancing and entertainment. No registration is necessary for this FREE event. Sponsored by Orthodontic Experts and Edward Jones.

Jammin' in June

New this summer are Jammin’ in June Concerts featuring family-friendly performances for kids. All events are FREE and run 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at Village Green. No registration is necessary.

Schedule:

TODAY – Nanny Nikki

June 25 – Todd Downing Tall Tales & Silly Songs

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.

Summer Movie Dates and Titles:

Friday – Migration

Rated PG | 82 minutes

July 12 – Kung Fu Panda 4

Rated PG | 94 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 5. All proceeds from the day’s activities will be donated to the Friends of the Plainfield Park District Foundation. All proceeds go toward Park District scholarships.

Reserve your July 5 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 Cruise Nights, stop by the pavilion at Village Green from 5 to 7 p.m. for special activities, crafts, giveaways and fun! There is no need to register for these FREE events.

Schedule:

June 25

July 30

August 27

Flag Football Camp

Join us for an action-packed week of fun and skill-building at our Flag Football Camp, with sessions running June 24-27 and July 22-25! Age divisions are 6-7, 8-9 and 10-14.

Unplug Illinois Day

Give your cell phone and gaming system a break and join the Plainfield Park District 10 a.m. to noon, July 13 at Bott Park for activities that will connect you with nature and unplug from electronic technology. No registration is necessary.

Activities include:

• Scavenger Hunt
• Beanbag toss
• Large Jenga
• Connect 4
• Crafts
• Music
• Giveaways
• Kite Fly (FREE kites to first 50 participants)
• And more!

World Day of Play

Join us to play the most popular sports from all over the world 4 to 6 p.m., July 16 at Kendall Ridge Park, 7305 Atkinson Circle in Plainfield. Games are to include:

• Pin the Tail on the Donkey
• Origami
• Chop Stick Relay Races
• Lattu Competitions
• Bocce Ball
• DIY Boomerangs
• And more!

Great Adventures Preschool

Registration for the 2024-25 school year is now being accepted for Great Adventures Preschool! Great Adventures offers young children opportunities for social, intellectual, physical, and emotional growth through a balance of both child-led and teacher-guided play. Great Adventures offers a Finally Five class that is unique to most preschool offerings in that the prerequisite is turning 5 between September 1st and December 31st. This class runs 5 days/week (9:30 a.m. - noon) or 3 days/week (12:45-3:15 p.m.).

Scout's Summer Fun Hunt

Scout's Summer Fun Hunt is back! Visit parks, complete challenges, earn points and win prizes!

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