Upcoming events


OAKTOBERFEST!
Oct
4

OAKTOBERFEST!

It’s that time of year again — time to celebrate Glen Ellyn’s amazing oaks and discover fascinating facts about these majestic trees while engaging in a variety of family-friendly activities.

We have many exhibitors and vendors including custom OAKtoberfest beer from Two Hound Red (Beer for purchase) along with local organizations, sustainably minded local businesses, neighbors and friends! More information to come!

This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY and FREE event for all ages. Come enjoy Maryknoll in Autumn, learn about OAKS, play games like platform tennis, listen to music, shop for sustainable products, have a snack and learn from our exhibitors. We hope to see you there!

Location: Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Avenue
Fee: Free admission (children must be accompanied by an adult)

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Summer Send Off
Aug
20

Summer Send Off

Bring your family to celebrate the end of summer vacation and beginning of the school year with sunflowers and s'mores. Enjoy golden hour by the ponds and prairies at Churchill Park, followed by fireside stories and songs. Co-hosted by Go Green Glen Ellyn. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

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Geothermal Power Hour
Aug
19

Geothermal Power Hour

Citizens Utility Board, Geothermal Alliance of Illinois, Accelerate Climate Solutions, and DuPage County present a free opportunity to hear about the basics of geothermal heat pumps, their financial benefits, and available incentives.

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Glen Ellyn Mid-Year Recycling
Jul
26

Glen Ellyn Mid-Year Recycling

The Village of Glen Ellyn is hosting a mid-year recycling event on Saturday, July 26 from 9-11 am at COD. There will two returning vendors from the spring, as well as two NEW vendors accepting furniture and textiles! Don't miss it!

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Compost Give Back
Jul
26

Compost Give Back

FREE COMPOST!

Stop by the Village Green Parking Lot on your way to or from the recycling event, or if you are out and about, to get free compost for your garden!  Thank you to Midwest Composting for this donation! Shovels will be avaialble, but Please be sure to bring your own bucket!

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Summer SportSwap
Jul
13

Summer SportSwap

Bring your gently used sports gear to swap for a voucher to Ackerman SFC from July 7-11 during regular business hours. No Sat drop off this year. No need for a voucher — You can also donate gear during those hours. Use your voucher to shop on Sunday from 1-2:30! Cash and card also accepted. No items will be accepted on Sunday 7/13 except clothes and leggings. Let’s keep gear in use and out of the landfill!

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Vehicle Rebate
Jun
30

Vehicle Rebate

Are you thinking about buying an electric vehicle?
Did you know you could get a rebate?!  


The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's next EV Rebate Program funding cycle will open on Jan. 21. There will be $14 million available for rebates in the current fiscal year, which ends on June 30.  

Illinois Electric Vehicle Rebate Program

Please note: Applications mailed or postmarked prior to January 21 will be rejected.

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Natural Areas Open House
Jun
14

Natural Areas Open House

Have you ever wondered what animals live in our parks? Have you noticed we cut down certain trees but not others? Did you know wild areas have a profound effect on people's health? Join the Park District Natural Resources staff as we pull back the curtain and show you what it takes to keep natural neighborhood gems healthy and vibrant.

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Native Plant Sale
May
17

Native Plant Sale

Shop in person for over 170 different types of native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees — including 14 never before offered — and get tips and recommendations from our plant experts!

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Native Plant Sale
May
16

Native Plant Sale

Shop in person for over 170 different types of native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees — including 14 never before offered — and get tips and recommendations from our plant experts!

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