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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Park Forest Aqua Center pre-sale offers discounted rates on season passes

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Season passes to the Park Forest Aqua Center are currently on sale for a discounted rate.Specials are taking place throughout the months of April and May.

Early Bird Special

From April 1 to May 31, though prices remain discounted, resident and non-resident ...

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Posted on: March 9, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions about Coyotes

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Are Coyotes in Park Forest? Yes

Over the past several years, coyote sightings have become more prevalent within the village and surrounding communities. Although you may be shocked to see a coyote running through the Park Forest, it is not unusual. Due to ...

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Village of Park Forest - Top Story News
Posted on: February 8, 2022

Annual Parks Permit Day set for Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at 9 a.m.

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Central, Somonauk and Logan parks are great places for your family gathering or group picnics in Park Forest! 

*How to obtain a 2023 Park/Equipment Permit:  Click here for Park Permit Day flyer

The Park Forest Recreation and Parks Departme...

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Village of Park Forest - Recreation, Parks & Community Health News
Posted on: October 4, 2022

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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If you walk into Village Hall this month, you'll notice a lot of pink throughout the lobby. That is because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The Village of Park Forest is putting this cause at the forefront to inform residents about the i...

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Village of Park Forest - Top Story News
Posted on: September 28, 2022

Pickleball tournament at the Park Forest Tennis & Health Club, Sept. 28-30

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A tournament for the fastest sport in America is coming to Park Forest this week. The Park Forest Tennis & Health Club is hosting the DaFarm Singles Round Robin Pickleball Tournament on Sept. 28-30. It is the first time the club has ...

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Village of Park Forest - Top Story News
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Blood drive, Oct. 20

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The Village of Park Forest is partnering with American Red Cross for a community blood drive. 

The blood drive will take place at Village Hall, 350 Victory Dr. on Thursday, Oct. 20 from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

For any questions or concerns c...

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Village of Park Forest - Top Story News
Posted on: August 30, 2022

Senior resource book launching, Sept. 1

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Join the the Park Forest Senior Advisory Commission Introduction for the Senior Resource book launching on Thursday, Sept. 1 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at Rich Township Shirley Green Senior Center located at 297 Liberty Dr., Park Fore...

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Posted on: April 27, 2021

Somonauk Park ground breaking ceremony set for May 1

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A ground breaking ceremony will be held this Saturday, May 1, at 10 a.m. at Somonauk Park in celebration of the park’s first major makeover in nearly 30 years. 
Somonauk Park, located on Somonauk Street in the southern portion of Park Forest, and ...
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Village of Park Forest - Recreation, Parks & Community Health News
Posted on: August 25, 2021

FREE Workshop | Aging in a Changing Region

Aging in Park Forest Planning Process

The Village of Park Forest has received a technical assistance award from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to participate in their “Aging in a Changing Region” program.  The goal of this program is to undertake ...

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Village of Park Forest - Economic Development & Planning News