Crystal Lake Park District • One East Crystal Lake Ave.• Crystal Lake, IL 60014 • (815) 459.0680 • CrystalLakeParks.org
 
Crystal Lake Park District Homepage HOME
Crystal Lake Park District
Crystal Lake Park District is an IAPD/IPRA Distinguished Agency
 
   
 
Special Event Forms

7/4/2009
Independence Day Holiday
Administrative Office Closed ... [more]


7/5/2009
Crystal Lake Fireworks Display
Fireworks will be launched from Crystal Lake beginning at dusk. Viewing available at Crystal Lake... [more]


7/5/2009
Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade
The parade route will start at the Municipal Building at the corner of Woodstock Street and Walkup A... [more]


7/6/2009 to 7/16/2009
Lifeguard Training
Ages 15 & Up To enroll in this course, students must be 15 or over, and able to swim 500 yards co... [more]


7/6/2009
Planning Ahead Seminar
Join us for a free seminar on planning your funeral arrangements in advance. Sponsored by Querhamme... [more]


7/6/2009
John Anderson Free Golf Clinic-Getting Off The Tee
Ages 12 & Up Are you ready to hear it from a professional? John can help you bring it to that ne... [more]


7/7/2009
Teen Trip-Great America
Grade 6-8 Join us for a day of fun and excitement. We'll hop in a van at Main Beach at 8:30 AM... [more]


7/7/2009
Bingo and Lunch (Sponsored by Lutheran Life Communities)
Sponsored by Lutheran Life Communities Four corners, layer cake, small picture frame, does this sou... [more]


7/7/2009
Safety Explorers
Ages 7-10 Safety Town is not just for preschoolers! During this Safety Explorer class, your 7-10... [more]


7/7/2009
Concert in the Park-The Associates
Free admission. Concessions Available.... [more]


7/8/2009
Ask the Physical Therapist/Fall(ing) Screening
A licensed physical therapist from Creative Therapy Resource, Ltd. will be available to answer any q... [more]


7/9/2009 to 7/19/2009
McHenry County Classic Tennis Tournament
Singles, Mixed Doubles, Doubles Adult Intermediate and "Open" Divisions Offered Junior 12, 14, 16,... [more]


7/9/2009
Nature Center Program-Fishing 101
Ages 8-14 Knots, bait, bobbers and more; for a first time angler it can all get pretty confusing... [more]


7/9/2009
Adult Seminar-Investing with Just $25 a Month!
Can investing $25 a month really make a difference? Join me as we discuss this question and explore... [more]


7/9/2009
Adult Seminar-What's in the Bag?
Where does my dog's food come from? It's a question many of us don't think about. We see pictures o... [more]


7/11/2009 to 7/12/2009
Men's 12" Kiss-It 2009 Softball Tournament
USSSA Qualifier C & D Divisions $205 per team... [more]


7/11/2009
Open Water Swim Race
The Crystal Lake open water swim race consists of a 1-Mile and 2-Mile open water swim race on Crysta... [more]


7/11/2009
Home Gardening Workshop/Grow Groceries in your Backyard
This three hour class will cover growing vegetables from seed or transplanting starts. It will incl... [more]


7/11/2009
10th Annual Long Drive Contest
Trophies and prizes will be awarded for several classes and age groups.... [more]


7/11/2009
Home Gardening Workshop/Grow Groceries in your Backyard
This three hour class will cover growing vegetables from seed or transplanting starts. It will incl... [more]


7/12/2009
Summer Sunday at Colonel Palmer House
Free Admission Quilt Exhibit: The practical art of pioneer women.... [more]


7/13/2009
Summer Day Camp Session III Begins
Young Explorers Summer Day Camp Session III July 13-24 Camp for all ages! Pee Wee Camp (Grades K-... [more]


7/13/2009 to 7/23/2009
Guard Start: Pre Lifeguard Training
Ages 11-14 This course is designed for those interested in becoming a lifeguard. The program will... [more]


7/13/2009
Who’s The Boss-You or that Mountain of Paper?
Are you overwhelmed with the barrage of paper that comes into your home everyday/ Are you strugglin... [more]


7/14/2009
Concert in the Park-British Export
Free admission. Concessions available. ... [more]


7/15/2009
Adult Trip-Maxon Riverboat on Rock River
The Pride of Oregon is a true paddlewheel boat offering one-of-a-kind eco-friendly cruising on the c... [more]


7/15/2009
American Red Cross Adult/Child CPR/AED
Ages 12 & Up This CPR course will train to recognize and respond to breathing and cardiac emergen... [more]


7/16/2009
Face Painting & Corn Husk Dolls
$10 per adult/child pair $5 each additional child Pre-registration required. Register for code #9... [more]


7/16/2009
7th Annual Splish Splash Summer Bash
Bring all your friends to this event at Main Beach. This event will be a Blast with a ton of great ... [more]


7/16/2009
Nature Center Program-Beautiful Butterflies
Ages 7-10 One of the joys of a summer day is watching as a butterfly flits from flower to flower.... [more]


7/16/2009
Lippold Park Skate Park/Batting Cages Grand Opening Celebration
NEW DATE! Grand Opening Celebration for the Lippold Park Skate Park and Batting Cages! Demonstra... [more]


7/17/2009
Movie in the Park-Hotel For Dogs (Rated PG)
Movie begins as soon as it gets dark. Free admission. Concessions available. All dates and titles su... [more]


7/17/2009
Brownie Try-It (Creative Composing)
Ages 6-9 Come and complete this season's Brownie Try-its. Fee includes badges. Program Fee: $... [more]


7/17/2009 to 7/18/2009
Family Camp Out
It's old-fashioned fun under the stars when the park district holds two family camp-outs at Main Bea... [more]


7/17/2009
Girl Scout Badge (Fun & Fit)
Ages 10-13 Come and complete this season's Girl Scout Badges. Fee includes badges. Program Fee... [more]


7/18/2009
Family Trip-Mailboat Tour on Lake Geneva
Ages 7 & Up Grab the kids, your neighbor or a friend and join us as we embark on a unique boat t... [more]


7/18/2009
Canoe Lessons
Ages 11 & Up Picture yourself canoeing on the lake, enjoying its peace and beauty. Join us and l... [more]


7/18/2009
Miniature Golf Tournament
All Ages We are hosting two tournaments at the Mini Golf courses. All players will be competing... [more]


7/19/2009
Sailing Refresher
This class reviews sailing skills and safety practices for those who already have earned a sailing c... [more]


7/20/2009
Home Alone
Ages 7-10 This program teaches simple rules and information for responsible self-care. Students... [more]


7/20/2009
John Anderson Free Golf Clinic-Sand Shots
Ages 12 & Up Are you ready to hear it from a professional? John can help you bring it to that ne... [more]


7/21/2009
Nature Center Program-Mountain Biking
Ages 8-14 Riding a bike through the woods and prairies can be a great way to spend a summer day.... [more]


7/21/2009
Bingo and Lunch (Sponsored by the Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center)
Four corners, layer cake, small picture frame, does it sound like bingo, you're right. Come and enj... [more]


7/21/2009
Mad Science presents Slimy Science
Ages 6-12 Learn about the amazing stretchy science behind polymers of all sorts, from slime to f... [more]


7/21/2009
Adult Cooking Class-Summertime Hors D'oeuvres
Concerned about the entrée and forgot the Hors D'oeuvres? Have no fear Clueless is here! Demonstra... [more]


7/21/2009
Concert in the Park-CL Community Band & District 47 Advanced Bands
Free admission. Concession available.... [more]


7/22/2009 to 7/30/2009
Sail On Program
Ages 11 & Up Enjoy the carefree life of the sailor! This class gives beginners everything they n... [more]


7/22/2009
Common Sense Financial Services
Confusion time is over! This seminar will provide you information that will surely give you the ans... [more]


7/23/2009
Bumming
Call all bargain hunters! Come join your fellow hunters. We’re hitting the road to discover treasu... [more]


7/23/2009
Teen Trip-Chicago White Sox
Grade 6-8 Join us for a day of fun at one of the greatest baseball parks of all time: Soldier Fi... [more]


7/23/2009
Nature Center Program-I'll Eat You Up!
Ages 3-6 Insects eat plants, birds eat insects and cats eat birds. The food chain is a basic co... [more]


7/23/2009
Nature Center Program-I'll Eat You Up!
Ages 7-10 Insects eat plants, birds eat insects and cats eat birds. The food chain is a basic c... [more]


7/24/2009
Teen Trip-Paintball
Grade 6-9 Announcing the end of Paintball as you know it! Challenge Park X-treme, located in Jo... [more]


7/24/2009
Exiciting Friday Fun Night
Ages 8-14 Can't get enough art? Come and get "locked-in' with Mrs. Lorie! We will do several a... [more]


7/25/2009
Nature Center Program-Sharing Nature With Children
As parents we take an active roll in the lives of our children. We sign them up for sports, investi... [more]


7/25/2009 to 7/26/2009
Babysitting Training
Ages 11 & Up Students must attend all scheduled hours of training to be certified. This program ... [more]


7/25/2009
Kids Cooking-Pizza for Lunch and Dessert!
Ages 5-10 Turn mom's kitchen into a pizza Parlor! Once you learn how to make homemade pizza dou... [more]


7/26/2009
Wanders at Wingate
All ages with adult On the last Sunday of each month, from May to September, our natural area vol... [more]


7/27/2009
Summer Day Camp Session 4 Begins
Young Explorers Summer Day Camp Session 4 July 27-August 7 Camp for all ages! Pee Wee Camp (Grade... [more]


7/28/2009
Nature Center Program-Reduce, CREATE, Recycle!
Ages 3-6 We all know that anything we can do to keep our trash out of the landfills will be good... [more]


7/28/2009
Adult Seminar-Getting to Know Your Financial Self
Are you looking to have a better understanding of your finances? Looking to optimize what you have ... [more]


7/28/2009
Adult Seminar-5 Secrets to Preventing & Reducing Type II Diabetes
This workshop will discuss five lifestyle changes Americans can make that suffer from Type II diabet... [more]


7/28/2009
Concert in the Park- BBI
Free admission. Concessions available.... [more]


7/28/2009
Who’s The Boss-You or that Mountain of Paper?
Are you overwhelmed with the barrage of paper that comes into your home everyday/ Are you strugglin... [more]


7/29/2009
Safety Explorers
Ages 7-10 Safety Town is not just for preschoolers! During this Safety Explorer class, your 7-10... [more]


7/29/2009
Senior Luau
Featuring Don Ho (Pesi) from the Royal Polynesian Review. Light refreshments served (while supplies... [more]


7/30/2009
Building A Covered Wagon
$10 per adult/child pair $5 each additional child pre-registration required register for code #90... [more]


7/30/2009
Adult Seminar-Massage & Accupressure for Canine Geriatric Wellness
Just like us, our companion animals succumb to body changes as they get older, hearing loss, cloudy ... [more]


7/31/2009
Nature Center Program-Reduce, CREATE, Recycle!
Ages 7-10 We all know that anything we can do to keep our trash out of the landfills will be good... [more]


8/1/2009
9th Annual Putting Championship
Trophies and prizes will be awarded for several classes and age groups.... [more]


8/1/2009
Canoe Lessons
Ages 11 & Up Picture yourself canoeing on the lake, enjoying its peace and beauty. Join us and l... [more]


8/3/2009 to 8/7/2009
Chicago White Sox Training Center
Little Sluggers will introduce boys and girls ages 5 & 6 to the game of baseball. Training Center I ... [more]


8/3/2009
First Aid for Little People
Ages 7-10 This program teaches children how to stay calm and how to act in an emergency situatio... [more]


8/3/2009
Kreative Kreations Little Penguins
Ages 2-8 with parent Boys and Girls will love our new 15 inch cuddly, soft penguins. They are jus... [more]


8/4/2009 to 8/12/2009
Sail On Program
Ages 11 & Up Enjoy the carefree life of the sailor! This class gives beginners everything they n... [more]


8/4/2009
Bingo and Lunch (Sponsored by Georgios and Culvers)
Four corners, layer cake, small picture frame, does it sound like bingo, you're right. Come and enj... [more]


8/4/2009
American Red Cross Adult/Child CPR/AED
Ages 12 & Up This CPR course will train to recognize and respond to breathing and cardiac emergen... [more]


8/4/2009
Concert in the Park-Vito Buffalo Orchestra
Free admission. Concessions available.... [more]


8/5/2009
Dine With Your Community Doctor
Spend an evening dining with a doctor and learn how to maintain a personal health plan. Family doct... [more]


8/7/2009
Curious Kids Solving Crimes: Science Behind CSI
Ages 8-14 Participants will employ techniques the pros do to closely examine a crime scene, incl... [more]


8/8/2009
Nature Center Program-Fishing 101
Ages 8-14 Knots, bait, bobbers and more; for a first time angler it can all get pretty confusing... [more]


8/9/2009
Summer Sunday at Colonel Palmer House
Free Admission Military Presentation: Defending our country in 1860... [more]


8/10/2009
Summer Day Camp Session 5 Begins
Young Explorers Summer Day Camp Session 5 August 10-14* One week, no swim lessons Camp for all age... [more]


8/10/2009 to 8/11/2009
It's A Snap-Photography for Kids
Ages 3-5 On the first day, we will take indoor and outdoor pictures. The second day, we will put... [more]


8/11/2009
Nature Center Program-Flower Families
Ages 3-6 Celebrate flowers with us at the Nature Center as we learn about the differences between... [more]


8/11/2009
Adult Cooking Class-Make It Tahitian Night
Put on your grass skirts, light the tiki lamps and put on a Don Ho CD. Start off the night with Coc... [more]


8/11/2009
Concert in the Park-Crystal Lake Community Band
Free admission. Concessions available.... [more]


8/12/2009 to 8/13/2009
IPRA Overnight Teen Canoe Trip
Grades 6-12 Spend two fun-filled days with the Teens from all over Illinois when they road trip ... [more]


8/12/2009
Flower Families
Ages 7-10 Celebrate flowers with us at the Nature Center as we learn about the differences betwee... [more]


8/12/2009
Ask the Physcial Therapist/Fall(ing) Screening
A licensed physical therapist from Creative Therapy Resource, Ltd. will be available to answer any q... [more]


8/12/2009
Preparing For College
How do you find the right college for your child? Are you prepared for the admission process? Do y... [more]


8/13/2009
Indoor Garage Sale
Do you want to have a garage sale but don't have enough space to have one? We have a solution for yo... [more]


8/13/2009
Nature Center Program-Mountain Biking
Ages 8-14 Riding a bike through the woods and prairies can be a great way to spend a summer day.... [more]


8/14/2009
Fall 2009Program Online Registration Opens
The Fall 2009 program brochure will be available for online registration beginning on Friday, August... [more]


8/14/2009
Fall 2009 Brochure Delivery Begins
Crystal Lake residents should look for the Fall 2009 Crystal Lake Park District program brochure in ... [more]


8/14/2009
Teen Garage Sale
Grade 5-12 Sell or barter your books, CD's, tapes, puzzles, toys, baseball cards, sports equipm... [more]


8/14/2009
Fun Friday Art Lock-In!
Ages 8-14 Can't get enough art? Come and get "locked-in' with Mrs. Lorie! We will do several a... [more]


8/14/2009
Brownie Try-It (Senses)
Ages 6-9 Come and complete this season's Brownie Try-its. Fee includes badges. Program Fee: $... [more]


8/14/2009
Girl Scout Badge (Highway to Health)
Ages 10-13 Come and complete this season's Girl Scout Badges. Fee includes badges. Program Fee... [more]


8/15/2009
Kids Cooking-Fiesta El' Clueless
Ages 5-10 It's a Fiesta at Clueless and you’re invited! Let's start the fiesta with a refreshing... [more]


8/15/2009
Canoe Lessons
Ages 11 & Up Picture yourself canoeing on the lake, enjoying its peace and beauty. Join us and l... [more]


8/15/2009
Nature Center Program-Sharing Nature with Children
As parents we take an active roll in the lives of our children. We sign them up for sports, investi... [more]


8/16/2009
Sailing Refresher
This class reviews sailing skills and safety practices for those who already have earned a sailing c... [more]


8/17/2009
Nature Center Program-Trail Blazers
Ages 3-6 It is easy to go for a hike, but it is not so easy to not get lost. This program will ... [more]


8/17/2009
Who’s The Boss-You or that Mountain of Paper?
Are you overwhelmed with the barrage of paper that comes into your home everyday/ Are you strugglin... [more]


8/18/2009
Bunco and Lunch (Sponsored by Eastgate Manor)
Come and enjoy a delightful dice game. Try your chances at rolling all ones, two's or even a lucky ... [more]


8/19/2009
Snakes Alive
Ages 3-6 Even if they give you the willies, it's still hard not to like these slithery critters.... [more]


8/20/2009
Nature Center Program-Snakes Alive
Ages 7-10 Even if they give you the willies, it's still hard not to like these slithery critters... [more]


8/21/2009
Movie in the Park-Bolt (Rated PG)
Movie begins as soon as it gets dark. Free admission. Concessions available. All dates and titles su... [more]


8/22/2009 to 8/23/2009
Babysitting Training
Ages 11 & Up Are you looking for some extra cash this fall? You can increase your demand as a ba... [more]


8/25/2009
A Drug-Free Approach to A.D.D & Hyperactivity
Has your child or someone you know been diagnosed with A.D.D. and/or Hyperactivity? This workshop w... [more]


8/26/2009
Preparing for College
How do you find the right college for your child? Are you prepared for the admission process? Do y... [more]


8/27/2009
Adult Trip-Arlington Park Race Track
Spend an unforgettable afternoon at one of Illinois’ top attraction facility, Arlington Park Race Tr... [more]


8/29/2009
Blast on the Beach and Lights on the Lake
Antique and Craft Fair (9 am-3 pm, $1 admission) Bingo (10 am-Noon) Lights on the Lake (3-11 pm, $... [more]


8/29/2009
EMP Medic 1st Aid and CPR
Ages 12 & Up Will you be ready when an accident happens? This course cove... [more]


8/30/2009
Wanders at Wingate
All ages with adult On the last Sunday of each month, from May to September, our natural area vol... [more]




What's New!

The CRYSTAL LAKE PARK DISTRICT invites & encourages you to have a look around our new site—and come back often for the latest information on our Special Events, Sports Leagues, Registration Dates and so much more!

Our Mission Statement:
A commitment to provide a safe leisure environment along with quality programs, parks, facilities and services, and to preserve and protect open land and water areas, that will benefit and improve the quality of life for our residents.

Our Current Brochure

(Summer 2009)

Home delivery of the Summer 2009 brochure will began May 8.  Anyone residing on postal routes within the 60012 and 60014 zip codes should have received a brochure.  The Summer 2009 brochure is currently available for online registration.  Click on the brochure image for a printable pdf of the Summer brochure.

Great News for Summer 2009!

Effective with the Summer 2009 program season, The Crystal Lake Park District Board of Commissioners Recreation Committee has approved a series of incentive programs.  Click here for all of the cost-saving details!    

Blast on the Beach and Lights on the Lake

Saturday, August 29, 2009. 

For information on this year's Foundation event, select the Crystal Lake Park Foundation tab under General Information at the top of this page.

News Update

Wednesday, June 24 (10:40 AM)

Main and West Beaches are NOW OPEN. 

Lippold Park Skate Park/Batting Cage/Fitness Trail Grand Opening Event POSTPONED-

Due to a manufacturer shipping delay, the Lippold Park Skate Park/Batting Cage Grand Opening Event scheduled for Thursday, June 18 has been postponed until Thursday, July 16 from 5:00-6:30 pm.

Date Change for Community Center and Sports Complex Public Hearing

The Crystal Lake Park District has requested that the Public Hearing for the proposed Community Center and Sports Complex be changed from the Wednesday, June 17, 2009 City of Crystal Lake Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting, to Wednesday, July 15, 2009.  Interested citizens can confirm that the item is on the July 15 agenda several days prior to the meeting, by calling the Crystal Lake Park District or viewing the agenda online at www.crystallake.org.

*******************************************************

Safety and Vandalism Reporting-We Need Your Help!

Vandalism Alert

(Use the Vandalism Alert link to report park vandalism anonymously)

Safety Alert

(Have you noticed unsafe equipment, garbage or graffiti issues?  E-mail us your comments and safety concerts-use the link above to report your concerns)

Check it Out!
The Teen Center

 
     
   
 
   
   
 
produced by
Visionary Webworks
~ eParkDistrict.com