News and Announcements
Community Center Renovation Closures - Updatejueves, 23 de mayo de 2013 Attention Community Center Users:
Due to renovations, the Gymnasium is closed June 5 – mid August. As the project nears completion, an anticipated opening date will be posted.
In preparation for construction, the lower level including the Fitness Center/Weight Room is closed May 28 - June 4. During renovations, the Fitness Center/Weight Room is open but will close for one week during renovations. The date is not yet known but will be posted on our website and our Facebook page.
We apologize for any inconvenience. Register Now for 5K and Kids Mini Mile!jueves, 21 de febrero de 2013 Race route starts and finishes at North Park! Click here to register online now!
For all ages, our 6th year running of 5K through the streets of Franklin Park is being held on Saturday, September 14. The race starts and ends at North Park beginning at 9:00 a.m.
The Parks Foundation will be hosting the 6th annual 5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk. Join us for this healthy start to Fall. Residents of all ages and abilities are invited to join the Park District of Franklin Park for this special event. This race creates an opportunity for the community to achieve a fitness goal and enjoy fall through the neighborhood streets of Franklin Park.
All participants will receive a t-shirt and post-race refreshments. Also, prizes will be awarded to the top finishers and everyone receives a medal when they cross the finish line. An adult must accompany runners under twelve years old, and everyone can come out and cheer on their family, friends, and neighbors!
In addition to the 5K we will also host a Kids Mini Mile through North Park. For Kids 12 and under, come show off your skills along the path at North Park. All participants receive a t-shirt, medal and post race refreshments.
All proceeds generated by the 5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk support the Parks Foundation of Franklin Park and its goals The Parks Foundation is dedicated to identifying and responding to recreation opportunities through community leadership and support. If you are unable to participate in the race, consider dedicating a tree, brick, or bench in Franklin Park to commemorate a special occasion or remember a loved one.
Registration forms are due by Friday, September 13 at 5:00 pm. to receive the $20 rate. They are available at the all Park District facilities and online at www.fpparks.org. For additional information, please contact the Community Center at (847) 455 -2852, or go on-line to our website for registration and race route information.
Kids Mini Mile
- Ages 12 & under
- 1 mile race, not timed
- Saturday, September 14 at 10:00 a.m.
- North Park, (Walking Path)
- Fee: $10/child
5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk
- All ages (12 and under must be accompanied by an adult)
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Saturday, September 14 at 9:00 a.m.
- Start and finish at North Park
- Run through the streets of Franklin Park
Fees:
- $20 – payment received by 5:00 p.m. on September 13
- $25 – race day registration
Forms:
Join our Fitness Centermartes, 08 de enero de 2013 Fitness Center Membership Rates
A current Fitness Center Pass is required for use of the Fitness Center. Passes are available at the Community Center. Membership is open to those ages 12 and older. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult pass holder.
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Resident
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Non- Resident |
| Annual (includes Open Gym) |
$100 |
$120 |
| Junior (11–17)* |
$75 |
$95 |
| Senior’s Annual (62 and older) |
$75 |
$90 |
| Six-Month |
$60 |
$72 |
| Three-Month |
$40 |
$48 |
| One-Month |
$25 |
$30 |
| Daily Pass |
$5 |
$6 |
*All Junior patrons must be accompanied by a chaperone age 18 or older.
Fitness Center Hours
Monday–Friday 6 am–9 pm
Saturday 7 am–6 pm
Sunday 7 am–7:30 pm
Our Fitness Center includes two separate rooms and 17 state-of-the-art Life Fitness machines! One room is dedicated to cardiac/aerobic exercise and the other is reserved for strength training. Your exercise routine stays fresh and challenging with the variety of stationary machines, including cross-trainers, bicycles and treadmills. You can build muscle with a full range of weight machines, including: pec fly, shoulder press, side lateral raise, hip adductor /abductor, dumbbell rack, plus much more. We guarantee that you can get a complete workout in our Fitness Center. Always check with your doctor before starting a new workout regimen.
For more information, please see our brochure or call 847-455-2852. Holiday Hours for all Facilitiesmartes, 18 de diciembre de 2012
During the Christmas and New Year holidays, Park District facilities will have special hours:
Monday, December 24
- Community Center is open 6:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Ice Arena 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 25
- Ice Arena and Community Center closed North Park
Wednesday, December 26
- Community Center, Ice Arena and North Park open regular hours
Monday, December 31
- Community Center open till 3:00 p.m.
- Ice Arena 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 1
- Ice Arena, North Park and Community Center closed
Wednesday, January 2
- Community Center, Ice Arena and North Park open regular hours
Download Polar Express Songbookmartes, 27 de noviembre de 2012 If you and your family are planning on joining us on the Polar Express, download our songbook! Thanksgiving Hoursmiércoles, 21 de noviembre de 2012 Attention Community Center Users:
We are closed on Thanksgiving but will remain normal hours for the weekend. The front desk will be closed Friday - Saturday. If you have any questions, please call 847-455-2852.
Polar Express Registration is Now Closedmiércoles, 31 de octubre de 2012 This popular holiday event is currently full and is no longer taking registration. If you would like to be put on a waiting list, please call 847-455-2852, but this does are not guaranteed a spot on the train. Community Center Gymnasium & Fitness Center are Now Openlunes, 29 de octubre de 2012 Attention Community Center users: The Gymnasium and Fitness Center are now open. If you have any questions, please contact the front desk at 847-455-2852. Thank you for your cooperation. Community Center Gymnasium Now Openlunes, 22 de octubre de 2012 The Community Center Gymnasium is now open after HVAC upgrades. The Fitness Center and the rest of the lower level will be closed till Sunday, October 28. We apologize for any inconvenience. Community Center Closures in Octoberlunes, 08 de octubre de 2012 ATTENTION COMMUNITY CENTER USERS
Due to HVAC Upgrades, the Gymnasium is closed Monday, October 15 – Sunday, October 21*.
The entire lower level is closed Monday, October 22- Sunday, October 28*.
We will be back to normal on Monday, October 29*.
*Please note, this is weather dependent and closures may be longer. Please check our website and Facebook page for updates or contact the front desk at 847-455-2852.
We apologize for any inconvenience. New Fall Fest Parade Routelunes, 01 de octubre de 2012 Due to road resurfacing and exposed sewer caps, The Village of Franklin Park has changed the parade route for safety reasons.
The parade line up remains the same and is on the corner of Grand Ave. and Scott St.
The parade continues north on Scott St. to Pacific Ave. and heads east to 25th Ave. Then, it precedes north on 25th Ave. to Addison St. and west on Addison St. to North Park, 10040 Addison St.
If you have any questions, please call the Park District at 847-455-2852. Results of Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walklunes, 17 de septiembre de 2012 A big thank you to all our participants in the 5th Annual Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Mini Mile! We had 110 runners/walkers registered for the 5K Fun Run/Walk and over 20 registered for the Kids Mini Mile - our biggest enrollment yet! Thank you again for another successful year. We hope you all race again for recreation!
Click here to view results Join us for the newly redesigned 5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk and Kids Mini Mile!martes, 24 de enero de 2012 New date, new time & a new race route that starts and finishes at North Park! Click here to register online now!
For all ages, our fifth year running of 5K through the streets of Franklin Park is being held on Saturday, September 15. The race starts and ends at North Park beginning at 9:00 a.m. Several changes were made this year from your feedback.
The Parks Foundation will be hosting the 5th annual 5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk. Join us for this healthy start to Fall. Residents of all ages and abilities are invited to join the Park District of Franklin Park for this special event. This race creates an opportunity for the community to achieve a fitness goal and enjoy fall through the neighborhood streets of Franklin Park.
All participants will receive a t-shirt and post-race refreshments. Also, prizes will be awarded to the top finishers and everyone receives a medal when they cross the finish line. An adult must accompany runners under twelve years old, and everyone can come out and cheer on their family, friends, and neighbors!
In addition to the 5K we will also host a Kids Mini Mile through North Park. For Kids 12 and under, come show off your skills along the path at North Park. All participants receive a t-shirt, medal and post race refreshments.
All proceeds generated by the 5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk support the Parks Foundation of Franklin Park and its goals The Parks Foundation is dedicated to identifying and responding to recreation opportunities through community leadership and support. If you are unable to participate in the race, consider dedicating a tree, brick, or bench in Franklin Park to commemorate a special occasion or remember a loved one.
Registration forms are due by Friday, September 14 at 5:00 pm. to receive the $20 rate. They are available at the all Park District facilities and online at www.fpparks.org. For additional information, please contact the Community Center at (847) 455 -2852, or go on-line to our website for registration and race route information.
Kids Mini Mile
Ages 12 & under
1 mile race, not timed
Saturday, September 15 at 10:00 a.m.
North Park, (Walking Path)
Fee: $10/child
5K Foundation Fun Run/Walk
All ages (12 and under must be accompanied by an adult)
5K (3.1 miles)
Saturday, September 15 at 9:00 a.m.
Start and finish at North Park
Run through the streets of Franklin Park
(See website for map details).
Fees:
- $20 – payment received by 5:00 p.m. on September 14
- $25 – race day registration
- $70 – teams of four pre-registered
Packet pick up will be Wednesday, September 12 and Friday, September 14 from 4:00-9:00 p.m at the Community Center. No race day packet pick up.
Our new redesigned race course! Rain Barrels are Available for Purchase!miércoles, 28 de septiembre de 2011 Rain barrels are used to recycle rainwater from your home's roof. They attach to your gutter's downspout, enabling you to catch rainwater and store it to water plants and gardens as needed. Rainwater is better for plants than municipal water because it's free of chlorine and other chemicals. Recycled rainwater can help you to have the best roses, fruit trees or tomatoes possible!
Rain Barrel Benefits:
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Decrease your water bill
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Promote gardening
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Decrease use of treated water for outdoor uses
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Decrease energy consumption normally required to treat and pump water and waste-water
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Decrease storm water runoff, since water seeps into the groundwater when used to water gardens and lawns
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Decrease flow to municipal waste-water treatment centers
In cooperation with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, the Park District has made rain barrels available for Franklin Park residents to purchase! Barrels stand about 3 feet high and are either black or blue, but can be painted. To reserve your barrel, fill out a Request Form and submit it with payment ($77 each) to the Community Center, 9560 Franklin Avenue. For more information, call 847-455-2852.
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