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parks & recreation continued<br />
The Kenilworth Park District was organized in March of 1906. It is under the<br />
management of a Board of Commissioners which consists of five elected<br />
members from the Kenilworth community. The Park District has the power<br />
to levy taxes, issue bonds, and acquire property and equipment necessary for the<br />
maintenance of Park properties. During its history, the Park District has enjoyed a<br />
close working relationship with the Village of Kenilworth; sharing staff, equipment,<br />
and facilities. The Park District consists of 5 full-time employees largely responsible<br />
for maintaining over 15 acres of Park and Village open space throughout Kenilworth.<br />
Park District Programs<br />
The Kenilworth Park District offers a variety of programs to Kenilworth residents. The<br />
following is a list of programs provided by the Kenilworth Park District:<br />
Village House (600 Ivy Ct.): The Park District Village House located on the north end of<br />
Townley Field, is a good location to host group events, birthday parties, or family reunions. The<br />
Village House is available to the public for rent and residential rates are $50; non-resident<br />
rate is $100. Contact Village Hall for reservations at 847-251-1666.<br />
Kenilworth Park District<br />
410 Kenilworth Ave.<br />
STAFF: (847) 251-1691<br />
The Kenilworth Park District offers an<br />
E-Newsletter that includes information<br />
about upcoming programs. To sign up for the<br />
E-Newsletter, please visit the Park District<br />
website at www.kpdistrict.org.<br />
PARK BOARD<br />
PRESIDENT: Heidi Higgins<br />
COMMISSIONER: Bill Bartholomay<br />
COMMISSIONER: John Hart<br />
COMMISSIONER: Kevin Reilly<br />
COMMISSIONER: Tim Simonds<br />
DIRECTOR: Johnathan Kiwala<br />
Summer Camp: The Park District offers two summer camp options for six weeks during June and July. Little Springs camp is for ages 3 to those entering<br />
1st Grade in fall. Sports Plus camp is for 2nd grade through 6th grade in fall. Activities include art, music, jugglers, magicians, animal shows and more! The<br />
district also has cooking, lacrosse, golf and athletic camps.<br />
parks & recreation<br />
Baseball: The Kenilworth Park District is proud to partner with The Strike zone Baseball and Softball Academy to offer top-of-the-line baseball<br />
programming. The Park District offers 8U/9U and 9U/10U Cal Ripken Summer Baseball League. A full list of baseball program offerings can be found on the<br />
Kenilworth Park District website.<br />
T-Ball: In the spring of each year, the Park District offers a four week T-Ball program for Kindergarten and 1st Grade aged children. The program runs for<br />
four consecutive Saturdays during the latter part of April and into early May. Registration forms are available on the Park District page of the website each<br />
spring.<br />
Basketball: The Kenilworth Park District offers a basketball program for 1st through 3rd graders. The program is a great introduction to the sport of<br />
basketball and provides an opportunity for kids to participate on teams with their friends. 1st through 3rd graders participate in a program at Sears School.<br />
Program registration typically takes place in October and November, and the season runs January and February. Registration forms are available on the<br />
Park District website.<br />
Lacrosse: The Kenilworth Park District is proud to offer a Lacrosse Skills camp as part of their Sports Plus Summer camp. To register for this program,<br />
please visit the Park District website.<br />
Kenilworth Assembly Hall: Located at 410 Kenilworth Ave., this nationally historic community center offers rental accommodations for weddings,<br />
corporate events, and private events. Equipped with state of the art audio/video systems, a bridal suite, and a commercial kitchen. Visit www.kahall.org or<br />
call 847-251-1691 to schedule a tour.<br />
In addition to sports programming, the Kenilworth Park District works closely with various garden clubs active in the community on fundraising,<br />
maintenance and improvement projects related to open space throughout the community. Park District support includes assistance with the annual May<br />
plant sale and working with representatives to plan/implement park improvements.<br />
34 | Wilmette/Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce • 847-251-3800 | wilmettekenilworth.com
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