Friday, July 2, 2010

Busy July 4th Weekend in Winnetka


Today we stray from talk about parks to the actual events going on this weekend at the Winnetka Park District. July 4th weekend is typically one of the busiest weekends at the Winnetka Park District. Why you ask? Here you go . . .

1. Nielsen USTA Pro Tennis Championship
This event runs through the evening of Saturday, July 3. Today and tomorrow should be some incredible tennis right here at the Winnetka Park District's own A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center. For more information visit www.nielsenprotennis.com.

2. Firecracker 5K & 1 1/2 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk
This annual event run by our outstanding Recreation Department and sponsored by the Winnetka Parks Foundation is on Saturday, July 3. Booth events step off at the Village Green, 5K at 8 am and Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 am. It is a great family event to jump start the holiday weekend. Visit www.winpark.org for more information.

3. 2010 Fourth of July in Winnetka
Parade, Races on the Green, Fourthfest, Fireworks, oh my! It is a wonderful day of celebration in Winnetka. The parade steps off from Glendale and Elm at 1 pm (new start time) and ends at the Village Green for the Children's Flag Parade and the much anticipated Races on the Green. Fourfest (food, children's entertainment, music) begins at 6:30 pm at Duke Childs Field. All leading up to the most fabulous FIREWORKS on the North Shore at 9:15 pm. More information is available at www.winpark.org.

4. Golfing, Swimming, Boating and More
Our regular summer operations are in full gear and ready for your visit!

As you can see we are plenty busy this weekend. We hope to see you out and about (especially on bikes) enjoying the festivities and services offered by the Winnetka Park District!

Happy Independence Day!

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