Grayslake Park District Archives

Guide to Easter Events in Lake County

March 22, 2019 Melissa Haak 0

Springtime brings more than just wonderfully warm weather, it also brings Easter and all of the fun activities that go along with it. There is something for everyone to enjoy during this time of the […]

Tot Open Gyms in Lake County

February 27, 2019 Melissa Haak 0

This is the longest winter in the history of winters, am I right? If your active toddler or preschooler is climbing the walls with pent up energy this story is for you. With climbers, slides, […]

Family Valentine’s Day Guide

February 4, 2019 Tracy Rubel 0

With the hearts, chocolate, and of course love, Valentine’s Day is a great day to celebrate with your family. Here in Lake County we have plenty of ways that you can spread the love with […]

Where to Celebrate Baby’s First Birthday in Lake County

November 15, 2016 Tracy Rubel 0

You have officially survived parenting for 365 days! You have lived off of only a few hours of sleep per night, and if you are anything like me, you have probably obtained Gold Level status at […]

Playground Safari Outpost #3: Central Park-East, July 13th {Grayslake}

June 30, 2016 Loralie 0

Lake Victoria in Kenya? No, we seek much wilder landscapes! Our next outpost on the Little Lake County Playground Safari presented by Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital heads to Grayslake on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 10:00 […]

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Playground Profile: Central Park {Grayslake}

June 29, 2016 Tracy Rubel 0

When you have little ones, it is a struggle to find things to do every day that won’t cost you a dime, yet will still entertain them. It is even harder if you have kids of multiple ages. […]

Little Lake County Playground Safari 2016 with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

May 28, 2016 Loralie 2

For the last two summers, Little Lake County readers have helped us rock the playground, but this summer we are asking you to go WILD! From June through August we are partnering with Northwestern Medicine Lake […]

10 Places to Get Wet in Lake County this Summer

July 29, 2015 Melissa Haak 0

Nothing refreshes on the dog days of summer like a splash, swim or dip. We’ve rounded up 10 places where you can get wet and keep cool this summer. Try a New to You Pool! […]

Jones Island Beach – New and Improved! {Grayslake}

July 22, 2015 Loralie 0

Hidden away in a residential pocket of Grayslake is Jones Island Park, which provides FREE public access to the eponymous Grays Lake. Recent renovations to the park make it an even better summer fun destination. […]

Fan Favorites: Best Playgrounds for a Picnic Playdate

May 11, 2015 Loralie 0

When the sun finally comes out, there’s no better way to make my children’s faces light up than to announce, “We’re going on a picnic!” But, since they are children, it’s essential to have a playground […]

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