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ⓘ Notice: Park Board Candidate Filing of Petitions

Filing documents for interested Park Board candidates will be accepted at Community Center, located at 250 E. Wood Street in Palatine, beginning on Monday, December 14, 2020 during office hours only (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm) through Monday, December 21, 2020 (8:30am-5:00pm).

Latest News from the District

Palatine Pack Partners with Palatine Park District as New Nonprofit Affiliate This Summer

This summer, Palatine Park District partners with Palatine Pack Community TFCC (Track, Field, Cross Country Club) as their new 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliate. Palatine Pack TFCC will combine multiple existing Palatine Park District programs under one broader organization including: Early Bird Running Program, Youth Track and Field Camp, and Palatine Pack Run Club.

Sammy the Squirrel at Head to the Hills Golf Fest in 2018

Head to the Hills Golf Fest Returns to Palatine Hills Golf Course on April 24

Head to the Hills Golf Fest is open to the community and will include a golf circuit with a variety of activities including full swings, chipping putting, and a mini-tour of the facility. Masks are required for this event.

Palatine Park District Offering Combined Fitness Membership and Group Classes Beginning March 29

Starting March 29, Palatine Park District is combining fitness center memberships with the existing group exercise program to provide customers with a more holistic fitness experience.

Hound Egg Hunt Returns to Palatine on March 27 at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater

Palatine Park District will host the annual Hound Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 27 at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine.

Preschool Students on Playground Equipment with Safety Masks

Preschool Registration for 2021-2022 Begins on March 8

Palatine Park District offers a state licensed preschool for children ages 3-5 providing a warm, accepting, safe, and clean environment where learning is fun. Safety protocols haven been put into place including masks, thorough cleaning of classrooms, and frequent hand washing.

ABC 7 Chicago Visits Margreth Riemer Reservoir on January 26

ABC 7 Chicago Visits Margreth Riemer Reservoir for Live “Snow Day” Report

ABC 7 Chicago visited Palatine Park District’s Margreth Riemer Reservoir Park earlier this evening in a report on this year’s first snow day.

We Love A Parade (Shoebox Float Example)

Participate in Our First Valentine’s Day-Themed “Shoebox Parade”

Palatine Park District invites families to create “mini-floats” and partake in a We Love A Parade this February. Design, decorate, and build your float that will be showcased in a community-wide virtual parade.

Village of Palatine Addresses Concerns Regarding Coyote Sightings

Coyotes are a natural part of the environment in Illinois’ rural, suburban, and urban areas. While spotting a coyote cross a field, backyard, golf course, or road does not necessarily constitute a problem or a dangerous situation for humans or domestic animals; due to recent incidents in the community, the Village of Palatine has brought […]

Palatine Tiger Sharks Swimmer Sets Personal Record While Landing in the Record Books

On the weekend of November 14-15, between the beautiful FMC Natatorium and Prospect High School, the Palatine Tiger Sharks had a weekend full of racing ahead of themselves. The team was fortunate enough to compete at all during a disjointed 2020 season. Two races stood out over the weekend, both by up-and-coming star Vera Conic. […]

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Recent Park Views Blog Articles

Palatine Resident and Artist Excites Community with Beautification Project

For years, the underpass tunnel at Hicks Road has been a hotspot for graffiti to be thrown on the walls. Compared to the rest of the path, with its natural landscape, inviting parks, and peaceful atmosphere, this section has seemed out of place. As of July 2021, two large scale murals will be painted on the tunnel walls.
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COVID Opens Up Opportunities for Palatine Park District’s Allegro Community Chorus

Allegro Community Chorus was presented with a new set of challenges when COVID-19 hit last spring. However, the switch to hybrid rehearsals provided a new and exciting opportunity for one dedicated chorus member, who after moving back to Japan, was now able to continue participating in rehearsals over Zoom from across the globe. Kumi Nagaya […]
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Palatine Park District’s Thanksgiving Race Turns 40

Ron Gbur, former Executive Director of Palatine Park District, was new to the recreation department when he pitched the Thanksgiving Day event 40 years ago. The goal was to create a family-orientated fitness tradition, that inspired the community to get outside, break a sweat, and spend time with their loved ones.
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Share Your Palatine Park District Memories for Special 75th Anniversary Slideshow

Palatine Park District needs your help! We are collecting photos from community members to help celebrate our 75 years of service. All you need to do is tell us a little bit about your photo. Submit as many photos as you can find!
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COVID-19 Preventive Recommendations

Palatine Park District has always put the safety and well-being of our community members at the highest priority. With that said, the District would like to reinforce what the Cook County Health Department, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) have published regarding Coronavirus. Currently, the CDC is […]
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