July/August 2011 - Neighbors of Geneva

Community news
Coming up at the Park District…
Geneva Park District
Night means extra fun at
Elfstrom Stadium
Kane County Cougars Baseball
will host Geneva Park District
Night on Thurs., July 28 at Elfstrom
Stadium. Game time is 6:30pm.
Included is Ozzie’s birthday bash,
free peanut night, post-game
fireworks and post-game run of the
bases. Reserved seat tickets and
t-shirt are $12. 630-232-8811
Movies in the Park brings theatre
outdoors
The Park District and Harris Bank are sponsoring
“Movies in the Park.” Free and fun for all ages, movies
begin at dusk (approx. 8:30pm). On July 21 Tangled
plays at Mill Creek Park. On August 11, everyone’s
favorite loveable super villain appears in Despicable Me at
Sunset Park. Popcorn and refreshments will be available.
Skateboard contest open
to all ages
The Geneva Park District hosts their
annual skateboard contest Sun., Aug. 7 at
12pm. Prizes will be awarded to the first,
second and third place competitor in each
division. There are three skill divisions in the
competition: beginner, intermediate and
advanced. All participants must wear helmets
and provide their own safety equipment.
Skaters under 18 must have a
parent or guardian sign a waiver.
Skate Park is located at 1800 South St.
20
Concerts at Island Park are fun for all ages
“Concerts in the Park,” Wednesday evenings in July, begin
at 7pm in Island Park at State St. and Bennet (Rt. 25). Enjoy
Antonio’s Pizza and an ice cream social with Dairy Queen
at every concert. On July 6 Gallery will rock out with the
classics. July 13 Final Say plays hits from the 80’s through
today and the Sunset Dancers will perform before the
concert at 6:30pm. Slamabama brings Country Rock to the
park on July 20 and the Angels Cheerleaders will perform
before the concert at 6:30pm. Island Park turns tropical
when Mr. Myers brings his Caribbean sounds on July 27.
George’s Circle combines music with
the great outdoors
Peck Farm Park’s Outdoor Amphitheater, George’s
Circle, will host free concerts on Sun., July 17 and
August 21 at 5:30pm. Attendees are encouraged to
bring a picnic and snacks to enjoy during the show.
Luau brings the tropics
to Sunset Pool
The Geneva Park District will
be hosting a mid-summer poolside
luau on Fri., July 15 from 6-9pm
at Sunset Pool. Partygoers will
enjoy a tropical paradise complete
with activities, food, bands, hula
dancers and more. Pre-registration
is recommended. Pre-registration is
$9 per adult, $7 per child and day
of is $11 per adult and $9 per child
for residents. Salt Creek Barbecue
and Dairy Queen will have dinner
and ice cream treats available for
purchase.
Flick n’ Float combines
movies with fun in the
pool
On Fri., July 29, kids can enjoy
Disney’s classic Pinocchio while
floating and swimming in Sunset
Pool. Yogi Bear will be featured
during the Flick n’ Float on Fri., Aug.
12. Movies begin at 8pm.
Sunset Pool offers nights
just for teens
Inspired by Red Ribbon Week,
Sunset Pool will host a free teen
night on Fri., July 22. On Fri., Aug.
5 Teen Night at Sunset Pool will
feature 95.9FM The River on-site
along with activities and prizes. The
cost is $3 for residents and $4 for
non-residents.