Happy New Year and welcome, 2023! With it comes a January full of adventures – indoors and out – at the Fox Valley Park District. Check out some ideas below and be sure to check out the Events Calendar for January’s full lineup of activities. Jump with Marshall Everyone’s favorite firefighting Dalmatian is ready to… Read More
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Holiday Happenings Around the FVPD in December
The holiday season is here and we’ve got the receipts to prove it! December is stuffed full of themed events to keep your family in the spirit – or to just unwind from the hustle and bustle. Check out some ideas below and be sure to check out the Events Calendar for a sleigh full… Read More
Through Sweat & Tears: A Fitness Story About a Father and His ‘Foo-Foo Girl’
Jim Cisneros and Jeanna Corral grab a table in the upstairs fitness lounge at Vaughan Athletic Center. It’s midweek, the sun’s still asleep and the two workout partners just finished their last set of curls. A visitor’s here to chat about their fitness journey, to hear how it all started. There’s a quick glance and… Read More
FVPD’s ‘Extensive, Ongoing Contributions' Net Community Engagement Award
Before impressive credentials like “Monarch Watch Conservation Specialist” and “Master Gardener” became linked to her name … Before her personal garden in 2005 became the first Monarch Waystation in DuPage County to be registered with Monarch Watch … Before the Chicago Tribune dubbed her “Queen of the Monarchs” … Pat Miller grabbed one of her… Read More
Community Survey ‘Provides Evidence to What Our Citizens Value’
The Fox Valley Park District last spring engaged Evanston-based aQity Research & Insight to conduct a comprehensive Community Survey and provide officials with a snapshot of the District’s perception and performance when viewed through the lens of residents. The 34-question survey covered FVPD parks and trails, facilities, and programs and events, along with specifics (cleanliness,… Read More
Happenings in November at the FVPD
Time to start moving the fun indoors – well, most of it – as the fall-to-winter transition goes from look (in October) to feel (in November). Here’s a handful of events to consider this month, but be sure to check out our Events Calendar for a full lineup of November activities! Aladdin Jr. Based on… Read More
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're recognizing the achievements and contributions of four Hispanic American champions – “Local Legends” who blazed a trail of success through the fog of bigotry and discrimination to provide opportunity for generations to come. Today, more than 85,000 American Latinos contribute to Aurora’s proud, vibrant diversity. We celebrate these… Read More
Spooktacular October Happenings around the FVPD
With the colors popping, air crisping, and lattes pumpkin-spicing, all signs point to fall – and so do October events at the Fox Valley Park District! We’ve got a cauldron full of Halloween-themed activities – from creepy to crawly to cute – bubbling all month long. Here are some fun options to get you started… Read More
Vaughan Tennis Center Recognized by USTA as 2022 Outstanding Facility
To the right are three viewing windows that provide a panoramic peek at the action unfolding on nine hardcourts on the other side of the glass. Ahead and off to the left is the full-service pro shop that’s outfitted with logoed racquet bags, shoes and a wide selection of apparel featuring the hottest colors and… Read More
Catching Up with Leah Hayes (She’s Really Fast!) …
A “Leah Hayes” Google search generates 55,600 results in .58 seconds. When you swim a 200 freestyle at 2:14.87, and a little later clock a 28.33 in the 50 free, both national age group records at the time, things like that can happen. Especially when you’re 10. A competitive swimmer since age 8, Hayes in… Read More