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Park Service Officers play a key role in maintaining safe, secure facilities, parks and events while assisting Fox Valley Park District sworn officers with law enforcement tasks such as preparing reports, supervising large crowds, and even writing tickets. “It’s an on-the-job introductory snapshot of policework, which helps young PSOs decide if this career is something… Read More

When everything appears destined to remain brown and bleak – even if the groundhog says to bundle (and buckle) up for another six weeks – check in with the trees. They hold important info. “Tapping maples for their sweet treat is one of the harbingers of spring,” says Renee Oakley, facility manager at the Fox… Read More

AURORA – When Orchard Valley Golf Course reopens to the community next year, golfers, diners and guests will be greeted by a holistic makeover, as Fox Valley Park District officials recently announced plans to modernize the clubhouse and create a “one-of-a-kind atmosphere and experience” at the 32-year-old property on the city’s far west side. FVPD… Read More

Come spring when those involved with youth sports get reminded of the moody Midwest weather, one of the region’s premier destinations for tournament baseball will have an added amenity to bat away Mother’s Nature’s curveballs. That’s because the infields of three ball diamonds at Stuart Sports Complex are now outfitted with artificial turf, making for… Read More

Sledding: It’s one of the joys of childhood, but please remind the young ones to sled down the middle of the hill and walk up the sides to avoid the dreaded “bowling alley” scenario and potential injury. Here are the go-to hills: Waubonsie Lake Park – Located just west of the playground, this semi-steep hill… Read More

Take a beat from scrolling and grab a sugar cookie and some cocoa for a holiday tale with a twist, a story where Santa lands on someone else’s lap: ours and yours. It begins in early spring at Blackberry Farm where the tulips are just starting to yawn and stretch … *** Officially retired for… Read More

Each year when Becky Harling considers adding special touches to sweeten the Holiday Express experience, the facility manager at Blackberry Farm turns to her own family for inspiration. Because with three little girls – a 4-year-old (to whom Santa carries Bluey status) and 1-year-old twins (believers-in-training) – Harling is raising cheat codes. “My focus is… Read More

Add a dash of adventure to your season’s festivities by checking out holiday events and activities across the Fox Valley Park District! Peep a few stocking stuffers below to get you started and be sure to visit the Events Calendar for a full lineup of holiday-themed fun! Fall Craft Fair  Shop local this holiday season… Read More

It’s late spring of 1993 at the intersection of Galena Boulevard and Orchard Road on Aurora’s far west side. At the northwest corner stands a golf hole like no other in the area, its two-tiered green surrounded by a large pond with waterfalls cascading down granite ledges. The cobblestone seawall in front – a player’s… Read More

From pumpkins (oh, are there pumpkins!) to the paranormal (eeek!), October features themed activities to celebrate the spirit – and spirits! – of the season. All events geared toward the younger crowd are costume-friendly, so the kiddos are welcome to stage a dress rehearsal for Halloween! Pumpkin Weekends An annual celebration of all things fall… Read More