July Events at Downers Grove Park District
For more information about Downers Grove Park District programs and events, call 630.963.1300 or visit dgparks.org.
Summer Concert Series
July 11: HiFi Superstar (Pop/Rock)
July 18: Libido Funk Circus (70’s, 80’s, 90’s Rock)
July 25: Piano Man (Elton John/Billy Joel)
Free, All Ages
7 pm, Fishel Park, 1050 Grove St., Downers Grove
Enjoy FREE live music on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm through August 29 at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park. Food, wine and beer will be available for purchase each week. Visit dgparks.org for updates and vendor info. No concert July 4. Schamberger Bros, Inc. is the official beverage provider and sponsor of the 2017 Summer Concert Series.
American Girl Revolution
July 8, 1 to 2:30 pm
Ages 7 to 10, Residents: $15, Non-residents: $23
Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove
In honor of America’s birthday, experience Revolutionary America through the story of the American Girl Felicity! Learn what it was like to be a kid during the American Revolution through games and crafts. Pre-registration required.
Full Moon Hike Campfire Hike
July 8, 7:30 to 9 pm
All ages, $16 per person
William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center at Lyman Woods, 901 31st St., Downers Grove
Did you know that the full moons have names? Explore the seasonal changes tied to the moon on a guided night hike. End the night by observing the Buck Moon through our telescope while enjoying s’mores around the campfire. Pre-registration required.
Zumba in the Park
July 15, 9:30 to 10:25 am
Free, Ages 15 and up
Fishel Park, 1050 Grove St., Downers Grove
Join us for free Zumba in the park workout. Maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning with Latin and International music. This class features aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Bring water and a towel. Class is FREE however registration is required.
Couples Scramble
July 15, 3 to 6 pm
$45, Ages 18 and up
Downers Grove Golf Club, 2420 Haddow Ave., Downers Grove
Calling all couples! Encourage friends and neighbors to register for some friendly competition. Couples will compete against each other in a scramble format, with contests and prizes included. Participants receive a drink ticket and a catered dinner afterwards. Call 630.963.1306 after July 13 to receive your tee time. Fee includes greens fees, carts, prizes and dinner. Prizes are awarded to the top 2 teams. Rain date is July 22. Pre-registration required.
Dating Antiques
July 19, 6 to 7 pm
Ages 18 and up, Residents: $9, Non-residents: $14
Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove
Let the Museum Curator give you pointers on how to date different types of antiques. Use your gained knowledge on your next flea market trip! Pre-registration required.
Historic Games Day
July 22, 1 to 2 pm
Ages 6 to 10, Residents: $10, Non-residents: $15
Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove
Come to the Downers Grove Museum to enjoy a morning full of Victorian games. Learn how to play dice games, card games, board games and more! Pre-registration required.
Honey Harvest
July 22, 9:30 to 11:30 am or 1 to 3 pm
All ages, $18 per person
William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center at Lyman Woods, 901 31st St., Downers Grove
Get buzzing and discover the amazing world of honeybees! Learn how bees make honey and see firsthand how honey is extracted. Try your hand with the hot knife or extractor, and have a taste of some wild Lyman Woods honey. Pre-registration required.
Girls Night Paint & Sip
July 22, 6 to 8 pm
Ages 21 and up, Residents: $27, Non-residents: $41
Downers Grove Golf Club, 2420 Haddow Ave., Downers Grove
Bring your girls and relax and have fun with some drinks and painting. Work with acrylics to create a lovely piece of art. Take your new artwork home to keep or to give as a gift. One drink ticket included with registration. Pre-registration required.
About Downers Grove Park District
The Downers Grove Park District is dedicated to providing a wide variety of year-round recreation programs, facilities, parks, open space and natural areas that respond to the articulated needs and desires of residents. This sounds kind of like our old mission statement. Not sure if you want to update this line, but our new mission statement is “Enriching our community through natural area preservation and exceptional recreation, parks, and facilities that inspire memorable experiences.”
For more information, call 630.963.1300 or visit www.dgparks.org.
