Gurnee Park District Archives - Little Lake County

Indoor Walking Tracks in Lake County

January 5, 2020 Little Lake County Contributor 1

Between the snow, frigid temperatures, freezing rain, and mighty wind-gusts, it can become impossible to get outside for a nice walk or jog. If cabin fever is setting in, and you are needed a little […]

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, […]

Playground Profile: Spaulding Park {Gurnee}

April 25, 2018 Cindy Smith 0

This fall I was honored to attend a playground ribbon-cutting ceremony at my former elementary school in Gurnee, Spaulding. My once tiny K-2 school is now much bigger, but the small-town community feel is still […]

Columbus Day Activities and Events {2017}

October 2, 2017 Cindy Smith 0

Looking for something fun to do when your kids don’t have school on Columbus Day? Some school districts in Lake County are off on Monday, October 9. Check out some local ideas and worth the […]

Indoor Pools In Lake County

November 30, 2016 Jaime Johnson 0

Winter gloom can hit hard in our neck of the woods, leaving many of us to wonder if we’ll ever see the sun again. Fortunately, you can still get your swim on in Lake County, […]

How to be a Superhero in Lake County

October 19, 2016 Loralie 0

Boys and girls alike enjoy saving the world and vanquishing evil, all while sporting a mask and cape. Superhero play helps kids to navigate their fears and give them a sense of power and control in an often […]

Worldwide Day of Play 2015

September 17, 2015 Melissa Haak 1

You know we love to play and encourage families to get outside and PLAY! This weekend at parks around our area there will be events and activities to celebrate just that at the Worldwide day […]

Lake County Food Drives

September 15, 2015 Melissa Haak 0

September is Hunger Action Month. You can help end hunger now by donating to one of this current drives. Highland Park City Hall Assisting the Moraine Township Food Pantry. Donations can be brought to City […]

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 […]

Little Lake County Playground Tour Encore: O’Plaine Community Park {Gurnee}

August 13, 2014 Loralie 0

You cheered! We heard your applause, so we’re coming back out for an ENCORE! We’ve just had so much fun on this Little Lake County Playground Tour that we’ve got to keep the rock rolling! […]

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