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Responden al llamado de la monarca

Puro Futbol
April 29, 2021

Milkweed giveaway designed to help fight decline of monarch butterflies: ‘They’re steppingstones for their journey’

Lake County-News Sun
April 23, 2021

Renovated Waukegan park reopens with plenty of features: ‘We wanted to create a wow factor’

Lake County-News Sun
April 23, 2021

Al rescate de la Mariposa Monarca

Puro Futbol
April 23, 2021

Easter Bunny Making Special Holiday Treats In Waukegan

CBS Chicago
March 31, 2021

Reabren Jack Benny Center

Puro Futbol
February 21, 2021

Waukegan honoring native son Jack Benny with ‘card shower’ marking his ‘88th 39th birthday’

Lake County-News Sun
February 18, 2021

Waukegan’s shoebox event honored by state parks association; ‘The virtual parade filled a void … and allowed the community to enjoy a tradition safely’

Lake County-News Sun
February 4, 2021

Waukegan Park District plans virtual programs for Black History Month

Lake County-News Sun
February 2, 2021

Virtual Polar Bear Plunge offers more options to participate, raise money for special recreation

Lake County-News Sun
December 25, 2020

Waukegan Park District offers various activities during winter break

Daily Herald
December 22, 2020

A look back column: Polar Bear Plunge brings challengers into frigid Lake Michigan waters

Lake County-News Sun
December 22, 2020

Carnegie Library gets architect, state grant for restoration; ‘There are so many wonderful history stories to tell’

Lake County-News Sun
December 2, 2020

Holiday pet food drive aims to keep owners together with dogs, cats; ‘It has kept a family from surrendering its pet’

Lake County-News Sun
November 18, 2020

Waukegan’s Eugene P. King Park gets nearly $1 million upgrade

Daily Herald
November 5, 2020

‘It’s kind of like having a party’: Waukegan Park District program fills void when students have days off

Lake County-News Sun
October 13, 2020

App guides people around Ray Bradbury’s favorite childhood Waukegan haunts

Lake County-News Sun
September 3, 2020

Waukegan Park District announces Family Lotería Nights

Daily Herald
August 25, 2020

Waukegan Park District officially acquires Carnegie Library

Daily Herald
August 19, 2020

‘This will help tell the city’s full history’: Waukegan’s Carnegie Library to be brought back to life, turned into museum

Lake County News-Sun
August 16, 2020

2020 George Bridges Virtual 5K Run/Walk

Daily Herald
August 13, 2020

Lake County museums slowly reopening

Lake County News-Sun
August 2, 2020

Waukegan Park District rolls out free art program with COVID-19 precautions

Lake County News-Sun
July 8, 2020

Virtual July 4th parade to feature creative shoebox floats

Lake County News-Sun
June 26, 2020

Health department urges self-quarantine after attendee of combined basketball tournament, Black Lives Matter protest in Waukegan develops COVID-19

Lake County News-Sun
June 23, 2020

Waukegan Park District announces summer camp begins June 15

Daily Herald
June 3, 2020

Alien creatures and slime: Park districts create boredom busters as recreation world moves online

Lake County News-Sun
May 4, 2020

Online exercise classes give Lake County residents ‘a little sense of normalcy’

Lake County News-Sun
April 30, 2020

Waukegan Park District recognized with two awards

Daily Herald
April 30, 2020

Waukegan parks programs, facilities closed

Daily Herald
March 12, 2020

Waukegan Symphony Orchestra to perform March 15

Lake County News-Sun
March 8, 2020

STEAM Discovery Fair draws the curious to Waukegan

Lake County News-Sun
March 8, 2020

Rose Park water playground on track to open in Waukegan ahead of summer season

Lake County News-Sun
March 4, 2020

Dilger’s purchase sets stage for Waukegan River Walking Path

Lake County Chronicle
January 15, 2020

Feria de empleo del Distrito de Parques

Puro Futbol
January 7, 2020

2020 welcomed with ‘super cold and cool’ Polar Bear Plunge in Waukegan

Lake County News-Sun
January 1, 2020

Polar Bear Plunge in Waukegan

CBS Chicago
January 1, 2020

Waukegan approves sale of Carnegie Library to park district

Lake County News-Sun
December 22, 2019

Go jump in the lake to celebrate the new year at Waukegan Polar Plunge

Lake County News-Sun
December 17, 2019

Waukegan orchestra’s Do-It-Yourself Messiah welcomes singers and listeners alike

Lake County News-Sun
December 2, 2019

Waukegan Tour of Homes features 3 residences never before open to public

Lake County News-Sun
September 24, 2019

Waukegan transferring ownership of Carnegie Library to park district

Daily Herald
September 16, 2019

Enter the George Bridges 5K Sept. 21 in Waukegan

Daily Herald
September 10, 2019

Rain on Waukegan Parade Can’t Dampen a Good Time

Lake County News-Sun
July 1, 2019

New conductor takes baton for Waukegan Symphony Orchestra: ‘Music has such a beautiful role to play in people’s lives’

Lake County News-Sun
June 24, 2019

Moran: Literary Landmark status coming to Ray Bradbury Park and its storied ravine

Lake County News-Sun
March 5, 2019

Outdoor water playground at Waukegan’s Rose Park will be ‘a crown jewel for the entire city’

Lake County News-Sun
February 28, 2019

Eugene P. King Park in Waukegan set for $800K upgrade

Lake County News-Sun
February 15, 2019

Freezin’ for a reason: 20th annual Polar Bear Plunge benefits special recreation

Daily Herald
January 1, 2019

‘It’s crazy for a good reason’: Waukegan’s Polar Bear Plunge lures fundraisers into frigid Lake Michigan

Lake County News-Sun
January 1, 2019

Bank Transforms into Waukegan Park District Administrative Center

Legat Architects Newsletter
November 26, 2018

Waukegan Symphony concert focuses on music of the 1920s

Lake County News-Sun
November 26, 2018

Rauner, Sanguinetti honor examples of efficient local governments

Daily Herald
July 31, 2018

Dunk a cop, hop on a fire truck, watch a movie at Waukegan event on the beach

Lake County News-Sun
July 16, 2018

HarborFest, parade anchor July Fourth week in Waukegan

Lake County News-Sun
June 21, 2018

Distrito de Parques de Waukegan cuenta con nueva guía de eventos en español en internet

Univision Chicago
March 26, 2018

‘First Lady of the Parks’: Waukegan’s Belvidere Park renamed for Corrine Rose

Lake County News-Sun
February 14, 2018

Volunteers participate in Waukegan Polar Plunge

Big 95.5 – Chicago’s New Country on January 2, 2018

Suburban Polar Plunge goes on despite subzero temps

WGN 9 News
January 2, 2018

Polar Plunge canceled in Chicago, but Waukegan plunges on

ABC 7 Chicago Eyewitness News
January 2, 2018

Upbeat polar plungers say -6 air made 35-degree water feel balmy

Daily Herald
January 2, 2018

‘I was kind of numb’: Waukegan Polar Bear Plunge rolls on in subzero weather

Lake County News-Sun
January 2, 2018

Join the icy adventure Jan. 1 in Waukegan

Lake County News-Sun
December 19, 2017

Waukegan musicians celebrate 10 years of Do-It-Yourself Messiah

Lake County News-Sun
December 5, 2017

Waukegan BMX racers plan for Grand Nationals in Oklahoma over Thanksgiving weekend

Lake County News-Sun
November 20, 2017

New Waukegan field trips aim to increase water safety, reduce childhood obesity

Lake County News-Sun
October 23, 2017

Day of the Dead event in Waukegan celebrates those who have passed

Lake County News-Sun
October 22, 2017

Conduit Between Development & Leadership

Illinois Parks and Recreation in September/October 2017

Cemetery walk hearkens to founding of park district

Lake County News-Sun
August 30, 2017

Renovation project closes Waukegan’s Clearview Park into next year

Lake County News-Sun
August 11, 2017

Local boys Rockin’ Aces return to perform at Bowen Park

Lake County News-Sun
July 25, 2017

Waukegan Night Out moves to the beach

Lake County News-Sun
July 20, 2017

First participants complete Waukegan ‘Pieces of the Past’ game

Daily Herald on July 17, 2017

Waukegan Park District holds Community Yard Sale

Daily Herald on July 11, 2017

Yeoman Park on Waukegan River ravine opens new playground

Lake County News-Sun
July 10, 2017

Waukegan Partner in Parks golf benefit to feature $1 million hole

Daily Herald on July 7, 2017

Waukegan hosts community yard sale

Lake County News-Sun on July 6, 2017

Waukegan Park District Announces New Superintendent

theYoujournal
April 16, 2017

Waukegan Park District to Tackle Water Safety

Lake County News Sun 12/4/16
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Pool Safety Goes Beyond Lifeguards in Waukegan

Lake County News Sun 7/21/16
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Path Linking Lyons Woods to River Trail Nears Approval

Chicago Tribune 7/5/16
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Hundreds Will Throw in a Line at Fishing Derby

Lake County New Sun 6/2/16
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Gas Company Helps Kids Learn to Swim

theYoujournal 5/24/16
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Waukegan’s Live Green Family Festival Promotes Nature with Interactive Activities

Lake County News Sun 5/22/16
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Waukegan Orchestra offers “Greetings from Vienna”

Lake County News Sun 5/16/16
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Women of Distinction: Waukegan’s Freeman keeps arts alive, brings culture to community

Lake County News Sun 5/3/16
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Day of the Dead

Lake County News Sun 11/02/15
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Waukegan Symphony Orchestra-In Nature’s Realm

Lake County News Sun, 10/23/15
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Pool Project Construction

Lake County News Sun. 10/21/15
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Waukegan Park District wins national award

Daily Herald 10/22/13
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Thanks to all on parks honor

Daily Herald 10/20/13
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Waukegan Park District wins national award

Zion Benton News 10/17/2013
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Dog Parks More Than Just a Fence

Recreation Management Magazine, September 2013
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Field of the Year Waukegan (IL) SportsPark Field #2

SportsTurf, August 2013
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Waukegan Park District to Host Virtual 2021 American Independence Parade

May 13, 2021

Waukegan Park District Board of Commissioners Elects New Officers

May 12, 2021

Waukegan Park District Named a Finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management

May 10, 2021

Waukegan Park District Celebrates 2021 Arbor Day

April 30, 2021

Waukegan Park District to Host 2021 Fishing Derby

April 29, 2021

Waukegan Historical Society Recognized with Award of Superior Achievement from the Illinois State Historical Society

April 28, 2021

Waukegan Park District and Waukegan Police Department Partner to Offer Free Toy Ride-Along Program for Local Children

April 26, 2021

Waukegan Park District Opens New Playground at Corrine J. Rose Park

April 22, 2021

Waukegan Park District Partners with Faith in Place to Distribute Milkweed to the Community, an Effort to Support Monarch Butterfly Populations

April 20, 2021

Waukegan Park District Celebrating Earth Day with Park Cleanups

April 16, 2021

Registration Now Open for Waukegan Park District’s Summer Fun Camp

April 2, 2021

Waukegan Park District and Three Brothers Theatre Partner to Offer A Taste of Theatre, a Four-Week Virtual Youth Theatre Program

March 30, 2021

Waukegan Symphony Orchestra’s Family Concert Recognized with 2020 Programming of the Year Award by the Illinois Council of Orchestras

March 26, 2021

Waukegan Park District Offering Free Bunny Bags for Easter

March 19, 2021

Waukegan Park District Offering We Have Off (W.H.O.) Programs during Waukegan Public Schools’ Extended Spring Break

March 16, 2021

Waukegan History Museum Companion Features Waukegan Women’s History

March 9, 2021

Waukegan Park District Hosting Free Virtual S.T.E.A.M. Discovery Day

March 3, 2021

Waukegan Park District Accepting Park Use Permit Applications

March 1, 2021

Waukegan Park District Reopens Cultural Arts Facilities with In-Person Programs

February 16, 2021

Waukegan Park District and City of Waukegan Celebrate Jack Benny’s Birthday

February 9, 2021

2021 Waukegan Park District Memorial Endowment Scholarship Applications Available

February 3, 2021

Waukegan Park District Commissioner Janet E. Kilkelly Recognized with the 2020 Mike Cassidy Commissioner Community Service Award

January 29, 2021

Waukegan Park District’s Virtual American Independence Parade- Shoebox Edition Recognized with 2020 Overall Outstanding Program & Special Event Award

January 28, 2021

Waukegan Park District Receives 2020 Exceptional Workplace Award from the Illinois Park and Recreation Association

January 28, 2021

Waukegan Park District Celebrates Black History Month with Several Virtual and In-Person Events and Programs

January 26, 2021

Waukegan Park District Employees Honored

January 15, 2021

Quincy Bejster Promoted to Superintendent of Parks for the Waukegan Park District

December 16, 2020

Waukegan Park District and City of Waukegan Hosting Virtual 22nd Annual Waukegan Polar Bear Plunge

December 10, 2020

Waukegan Park District’s Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center Implementing New Safety Protocols

November 19, 2020

Waukegan Park District Awarded $750,000 Public Museum Capital Grant from the State of Illinois

November 19, 2020

Holiday pet food drive aims to keep owners together with dogs, cats; ‘It has kept a family from surrendering its pet’

November 18, 2020

Waukegan Park District Hosting Food for Paws Holiday Food Drive for Local Animals

November 11, 2020

El Distrito de Parques de Waukegan esta recolectando diseños de tarjetas para un juego de Lotería inspirado en Waukegan

October 30, 2020

Waukegan Park District Collecting Card Designs for Waukegan-inspired Lotería

October 30, 2020

Waukegan Park District Reopens Eugene P. King Park following Renovation

October 27, 2020

Waukegan Park District Offering We Have Off (W.H.O.) Programs on School Days Off

October 8, 2020

Waukegan Park District Receives Illinois Arts Council Grant

September 28, 2020

Park Comissioners Positions on Ballot

September 15, 2020

Waukegan Parks Foundation Awarded $5,000 Target Public Safety Grant

September 9, 2020

Waukegan History Museum Celebrating Ray Bradbury’s Centennial with Bradbury’s WaukWay Self-Guided Tour Featuring “Pieces of the Past” Scavenger Hunt

August 21, 2020

El Distrito de Parques de Waukegan Anuncia Noches de Lotería en Familia

August 14, 2020

Waukegan Park District Announces Family Lotería Nights

August 14, 2020

Waukegan Parks Foundation Hosts 25th Annual Partners in Parks Golf Outing

August 14, 2020

Waukegan Park District Officially Acquires Carnegie Library

August 13, 2020

Waukegan Park District Announces 2020 George Bridges Virtual 5K Run/Walk

August 10, 2020

Waukegan Park District Announces Parky’s Fun Club Beginning Monday August 17

August 7, 2020

Waukegan Park District Awards Academic Scholarships to Five Local Students

August 6, 2020

Waukegan Park District Partners with Faith in Place to Sponsor an Eco-Ambassador

July 20, 2020

Waukegan History Museum to Reopen on Monday July 20

July 17, 2020

Waukegan Park District Designates Juneteenth a Holiday

July 14, 2020

Waukegan Park District Releases New “Waukegan History Museum Companion” Feature on Mobile App, in Partnership with Waukegan Historical Society

June 19, 2020

Waukegan Park District Hosts Virtual Waukegan American Independence Parade: Shoebox Edition on Saturday, July 4

July 10, 2020

Waukegan Park District Announces Summer Camp Beginning Monday, June 15

May 27, 2020

Waukegan Park District Board of Commissioners Elects Officers

May 14, 2020

Waukegan Park District Recognized with Two Awards by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada

April 22, 2020

Waukegan Park District Recognized with Two Awards by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada

February 5, 2020

January 2020 Waukegan Park District Job Fair

January 6, 2020

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