Saturday, March 30, 2013
Head over to Countryview Park, 2231 Daniel Lewis Drive, and enjoy the ride.
The New Lenox Park District officially opened its new skate park last year, and skaters are already posting videos of the fun they're having. The New Lenox Park District was one of 36 to be awarded the 2011 Open Space Lands Aquisition and Development grant, which is financed by part of the state’s real estate transfer tax. The Park District will match the $372,000 grant to enhance Countryview and Royal Meadows parks, which sit on 16.5 acres of adjacent land. Get news alerts and Facebook updates from these Lincoln-Way Patch sites:
Friday, March 15, 2013
Construction of the new police station is forcing a move away from the traditional spot.
New Lenox's Proud American Days Festival, held annually in the summer, will be moved this year to Town Center in the 500 block of E. Route 30. Because construction of the new $9.5 million police station on Veterans Parkway is scheduled to be underway at that time, the four-day summertime celebration was forced out. The New Lenox Park Community Park District is planning to move the July 25-28 celebration to the development site for the planned Menards store. Walmart officials have agreed to accommodate overflow parking, "Also through the cooperation of John McVicker’s Development, additional parking will be available at the out lots along Route 30," according to park district officials. Two ways to stay connected:
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Why not take advantage of the variety of fun events coming up. Peruse the calendar and see what catches your interest.
Each Monday and Thursday we'll feature community events put on by local businesses and organizations. Are You a Business Owner? Want more info? Email editor Ann Piasecki or advertising manager Sharon Carr. THURSDAY, JAN. 10 Christmas Tree Disposal Program, 7 a.m.-3 pm., Jan. 10-Jan. 12, at Sanctuary Golf Course, 485 N. Marley Road. FREE FRIDAY, JAN. 11 New Lenox VFW Friday Night Fish Fry, 5 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars, 323 Old Hickory Rd. Cost is $6. SATURDAY, JAN. 12 Saturday Night D J, 8 p.m. at Tom E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977, 14414 Ford Dr. (No information on cost.) "50 Shades of Green," 11 a.m. at New Lenox Library, 120 Veterans Parkway, Meeting Room B. Registration is preferred. Call Adult Services at 815.485.2605. …
Friday, December 14, 2012
New Lenox Park District announces the winners of the annual Holiday Lights Contest.
The New Lenox Park District named its annual Holiday Lights Contest winners.There were three categories: decorations, lights and music. The park district did not release the names of the 22 partcipating families. For a complete list of Holiday Lights Contest participants, click here. Why not take the opportuntiy to add your home display to the Deck the House Contest for a chance to win $100K for New Lenox schools and $500 for your electricity bill. The deadline is Dec. 16. Why not take a ride around town to view the lights! Read more about the Deck the House Contest: Celebrate the holidays by contributing to our gallery. It's easy to share photos on Patch; just follow the directions below: Two ways to stay connected: Sign up for a free…
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Show off your holiday display by entering the Holiday Lights Contest
The New Lenox Park District is sponsoring a Holiday Lights Contest. Make sure Santa and his reindeer can see your house by lighting it up with your best displays. While you're at it, register your home online with the New Lenox Park District, call: 815-485-1737 or send an email to: ldurcan@newlenoxparks.org. Deadline is Dec. 5. All homes must be within the Village or New Lenox Township. Judging is scheduled to take place in the evening of Dec. 10. If your family would like to be a judge, share your interest with the park district staff. Winners for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places will be notified on Dec. 12. Two Ways to Stay Connected to New Lenox Patch:
Thursday, November 8, 2012
The New Lenox Park District is sponsoring a fishing adventure.
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Make time for the New Lenox Park District-sponsored shopping extravaganza on Nov. 2 at 1 Manor Drive.
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Friday, October 12, 2012
Oct. 17 meeting set aside to honor the contributions of the community.
The upcoming meeting for the New Lenox Park District is set aside time to recognize those who have contributed to helping the community. At the regular board meeting, Wednesday, Oct. 17, the New Lenox Park Board intends to recognize various individuals and groups for their contributions to the Park District. This semi-annual park board agenda item will include recognition plaques presented to the District’s Athletic Associations’ past presidents for their service and acknowledgements of donations made by groups and individuals to park sites and The Sanctuary Golf Course. Also on the agenda is the annual presentation of checks to the civic organizations who were the 2012 Proud American Days Partners. This newly updated recognition …
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Hay-stuffed scarecrows, cornstalks and orange pumpkins are part of Americana. The New Lenox Park District was spot-on in attracting crowds to a host of autumn festivities.
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Wednesday, October 3, 2012
On a beautiful fall day, the sights and sounds of Halloween were everywhere at the New Lenox Community Park District’s Annual Big Bad Pumpkin Party. This free event included various activities that delighted all those in attendance. In addition, what pumpkin party would be complete without face painting, an inflatable and hay rides. Families together were eager to experience the many hands-on crafts, games, and even an encounter with a witch and her cauldrons. All in attendance also were entered into a free raffle for a chance to win a pumpkin to begin their family’s holiday decorating. This event was generously sponsored in part by AJ Jumpers, Brannigan Chiropractic, ChiroOne, Konow Farms, New Lenox Police Department and Paul Mitchell’…
Thursday, August 2, 2012
The Columbine High School tragedy in 1999 stirred the creation of the Asset Building Program used at high school and elementary schools nationwide.
On April 20, 1999, in Littleton, CO, an all-out assault by two seniors from Columbine High School resulted in the death of 12 students and one teacher along with the shooters. In the aftermath, sociologists, psychologists and educators pondered the reasons why such a tragedy unfolded. While no one will ever know exactly what prompted the shooters to stage such a massive attack, Pastor David Hedlin of Peace Lutheran Church in New Lenox is convinced that family connections, faith, love and guidance are crucial when it comes to raising healthy children. In the Lincoln-Way area, there is a team of community leaders who work together to communicate and convey information about these positive assets. The group, which is made up of …
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7:04 pm on Friday, March 22, 2013
Town center?? When has Wal- Mart, Aldi and Goodwill become are town center? If we are so poor, why are our taxes so high and getting higher every year? more ›