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Thanksgiving Hours
News2024 THANKSGIVING HOURS: Thursday, November 28 Community Recreation Center – CLOSED Health & Fitness Center – CLOSED Friday, November 29 Guest Services – 8:00 am – 12:00 pm...
Wheeling Park District’s Day of the Dead 5k Run/Walk: A Community Celebration of Remembrance, Connection, and Cultural Appreciation
NewsWheeling, Illinois – On October 27, 2024, the Wheeling Park District brought its mission to life, creating memorable experiences in parks and recreation with the Day of the Dead 5K Run/Walk at Heritage Park. Día de los Muertos,...
Hours of Operation for Filing Park Board Candidacy Forms
NewsCompleted Petitions of Nomination and Statement of Candidacy forms for the Board of Commissioners April 1, 2025 Consolidated Election, will be accepted at the Wheeling Park District Community Recreation Center, 100 Community Blvd.,...
Rise N Dine Wins Prestigious Community Service Award from the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association
NewsOver the past several years, Ivan and Rise N Dine have emerged as steadfast supporters of numerous beloved Park District events, including the Day of the Dead 5K, Kids Fest, International Festival, and Fallapalooza. Their commitment...
Announcement of Election for Park Commissioner of Wheeling Park District
NewsWHEELING, IL, 8/19/24: Wheeling Park District will be accepting Nominating Petitions, from November 12, through November 18, 2024 for four (4), four-year term Park Commissioner seats and one (1), two-year term Park Commissioner seat....
Childerley Park Celebrated with Ribbon Cutting Celebration
News, UncategorizedWheeling, IL – June 5, 2024 – The newly renovated Childerley Park was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony during the first Wheeling Park District Unplug at the Park event. Board President, Sue Stein, expressed gratitude to all...
Behind the Greens
NewsJeremy Turton Golf Course Superintendent Golf course greens aerification is a crucial maintenance practice in golf course management. It involves perforating the turf with small holes to alleviate soil compaction and promote...
Employee Spotlight
NewsAt the Wheeling Park District, we understand that our employees are the driving force behind the memorable experiences and exceptional services we provide to our community. Whether it’s maintaining our beautiful parks, organizing...
Comprehensive Plan Approved by the Board of Commissioners
NewsBerryDunn, a consulting firm specialized in parks, recreation and libraries, was retained in Spring 2022 to assist the District with the completion of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The plan was presented and approved by the Board of...
Chevy Chase Country Club Exterior Renovation
NewsThe Wheeling Park District is excited to begin the exterior renovation of Chevy Chase Country Club. The renovation will maintain the historical and architectural significance of this cherished community asset. Throughout the course of...
New Vision Statement Approved by the Board of Commissioners
NewsA recent community survey conduced by aQity Research & Insights demonstrated that Wheeling Park District is the top provider of choice for parks and recreation in our community. Serving as a inspiring reminder of the long term...
Capital Replacement and Improvement Plan 2024 – 2028
NewsOn October 17, 2023 the Wheeling Park District Board of Commissioners approved the 2024 – 2028 Capital Replacement and Improvement Plan. Capital improvements enhance, expand or maintain the infrastructure that the District needs...