News Release

Media Contact: Michelle DelPrete, Graphic Communication Specialist, 847-506-7142.

In The Parks

Picnic in the Park
Friday, June 13, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
North School Park
Eastman St. & Arlington Heights Rd.

Bring your own picnic or buy lunch from food vendors. Free Moon Jump and slide, balloon sculptures, face painting, and live music.

International Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, May 17, 10 AM – 2 PM
Lake Arlington
2201 N. Windsor Drive

May is a peak migratory period. There will be a variety of information tables and displays, bird walks (9 am and 11 am), and an Illinois Raptors program with live birds of prey. No registration necessary for this free event. For more information, call 847-577-3059. 

Sunset Meadows: Grand Opening
June 2-8, 10 am
Sunset Meadows Driving Range
Kirchoff Rd & Dwyer Ave.

Contests, Demos, Give-aways all week long. Dedication Ceremony on June 7 at 1pm. For more information please contact Jim Hoch at 847-577-3032.

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Arlington Heights Historical Society House Walk & Tea
Sunday, June 8, 2008; 12-5pm
Tickets: $35, $30 for Historical Society members
www.ahmuseum.org or 847-255-1225 for more information

Weed Control
The Arlington Heights Park District will begin its broadleaf weed control from April until July.

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Group Fitness at Pioneer Park
Get in shape before the summer. Be among the first to take Group Fitness classes at Pioneer Park. It’s not too late to register for spring Group Fitness classes. For programs, times, and dates, please contact Jason Meredith, Athletic Supervisor, at 847-506-7133 or visit www.ahpd.org.