“My art is a way for me to release my feelings from within, that frees my spirit to express words that can’t be spoken.” Marilynn Dean Cleveland is the currently featured artist at Springer Cultural Center. My Soul Doesn’t Cast a Shadow tells Cleveland’s stories through color, lines, tones, and textures. Cleveland is a unique […] Continue Reading
5 Ways Sholem Pool Passes Upgrade Your Summer
We’ve perfected our summer recipe: Sunshine, Sunscreen, & Swimsuits. Directions: Just Add Water. Here’s our top five reasons why a season pass to Sholem Aquatic Center should be on your spring shopping list. Take advantage of lower prices now through April 30! 1. Low cost, all summer long: It only takes 8 visits for a family […] Continue Reading
Nominate Champaign to Receive a $20K Grant During Earth Month
City with the most nominations gets a grant for a local park through ‘Meet Me at the Park’ Earth Month campaign For the fourth year in a row, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is collaborating with The Walt Disney Company — including Disney|ABC Television Group and ESPN — to help fund […] Continue Reading
Champaign STAR Awards
Help celebrate our community by nominating a Volunteer Coach and Youth Participant that has shined in the Champaign Park District. Champaign Star Awards works to honor those throughout 2017 who have had a positive impact and used their talents, kindness, and dedication to improve the community around them. Winners will be chosen in March and […] Continue Reading
5 Steps to a Magical Valentine Date Night and Beyond
Take a romantic stroll through your favorite park. Throw on your snow boots and pompom hat and stroll mitten-hand in mitten-hand. Cozying up after will be extra special! Find-a-park>> Take a romantic photo under the marquee. The Virginia Theatre lights will illuminate you for a beautiful photo. Roger Ebert will surely give it a thumbs […] Continue Reading
Meet Cory and Brian: Stories from CUSR families
We think it is interesting to hear the story of an organization from multiple angles. This week’s blog focuses on two individuals making an impact at Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation (CUSR, a special recreation program offered through partnership with Champaign & Urbana Park Districts). Read on to learn about Cory, an Inclusion Assistant and Brian, a […] Continue Reading
CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT RECEIVES ILLINOIS DISTINGUISHED ACCREDITED AGENCY AWARD
Photo: Staff and Commissioners Accept Distinguished Accredited Agency Award Front row, left to right: Chelsea Norton, Commissioner Jane Solon, Cindy Harvey, Tammy Hoggatt. Back row, left to right: Dan Olson, Joe DeLuce, Commissioner Craig Hays, Commisioner Tim McMahon, Commisioner Kevin Miller. Champaign, IL – – The Champaign Park District has been recognized as an […] Continue Reading
3 Ways to Prevail this Winter
The Champaign Park District maintains over 700 acres of land in Champaign. With 61 parks & 14 facilities – it seems difficult to imagine one forgetting about the abundant opportunities available. It happens though, or perhaps is overlooked, throughout the daily chaos that life in the 21st century brings. This winter, don’t let the cold […] Continue Reading
Hidden Gem: Parents’ Night Out
Have you been dreaming of some alone time? A few hours on the town, kid-free? Time to do some shopping, go see a movie, or even a night in without distraction? Champaign Park District has you covered! Our Parents’ Nights Out will keep you kids have your kids running, and engaged with our highly […] Continue Reading
