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2015 Year in Review

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November 2, 2015

A visual review of 2015 in the parks! We've put together a few photos highlighting events, programs, new facilities, and a few fun moments. Check it out.

We completed 77 playground renovations under Mayor Emanuel's Chicago Plays! program.
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We completed 77 playground renovations under Mayor Emanuel's Chicago Plays! program.
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Celebrated the opening of West Ridge Nature Preserve and a number of other amazing new places to visit.
We celebrated the opening of the highly anticipated Morgan Park Sports Center
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We celebrated the opening of the highly anticipated Morgan Park Sports Center
The kids are ready for Silver Skates at Warren
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The year started off with our Silver Skates Speed Skating competition.
It was a Great Turnout at Mozart's Drum Circle
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Started the year off on the right beat. Drum Circle at Mozart
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Fire and Ice 2015 at Chicago Womens Park
Boy gets ready to make a basket at February Frenzy at Bell
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February Frenzy Basketball Tourney!
Great basketball competition for these boys!
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Great competition!
Young Boys Skating at the Hockey classic!
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1st Annual Outdoor Hockey Classic at Warren Park!
Great Group Photo of the Jr Citizens
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Jr Citizens from the northside.
Jr Citizen Participants with the Gold Medal!
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Jr Citizen finalists with the Gold Medal!
We love our teens!
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We love our teens!
Teens Participating in Development Exercises
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We hosted a number of teen development workshops.
Dancing with Winnie the Pooh at Olympia
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We love celebrating holidays with our patrons. Dancing with Winnie the Pooh at Olympia Park.
Valentine Disco Bash at Indian Boundary
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Valentine Disco Bash at Indian Boundary
Even the park supervisor is having a blast!
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Even the park supervisor is having a blast!
Such a Great Valentine Family Photo at Portage
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Making family memories at the annual Valentine dance at Portage Park.
Warren Park Staff with the Gold Medal!
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Warren Park Staff with the Gold Medal!
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February Ashaki Celebration
Teen Winter Ball at South Shore Cultural Center!
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Teen Winter Ball at South Shore Cultural Center!
Check out These Boys in the Hockey classic!
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Hockey classic!
Junior Citizens are Looking Great!
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Junior Citizens!
Central Region Junior Citizen Ceremony at the Garfield Park Conservatory
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Central Region Junior Citizen Ceremony at the Garfield Park Conservatory
Eileen Hurley at the Polar Plunge!
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Special Olympics Polar Plunge was a hit!
Our Superintendent with Chicago PD cast!
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Our Superintendent with Chicago PD | Chicago Fire cast and Lady Gaga!
Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
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Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
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Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
Performers at Garfield Park Conservatory!
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Performers at Garfield Park Conservatory!
Showcase2015-58
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Employee Showcase. We have some talented employees!
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Employee Showcase at Southshore Cultural Center
Maggie Daley Park Easter Egg Hunt
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Maggie Daley Park Easter Egg Hunt
Woodshop Gallery
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Woodshop Gallery. Showcasing our amazing artwork.
Woodshop Gallery
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Annual Woodshop Gallery Show at South Shore.
Buckingham Fountain!
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Turning on Buckingham Fountain!
Fred Anderson Ribbon Cutting
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Fred Anderson Ribbon Cutting
These two enjoyed the Kilbourn Plant Sale
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These two enjoyed the Kilbourn Plant Sale
Goodies at the Kilbourn Plant Sale
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Goodies at the Kilbourn Plant Sale
Ice Show
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Annual Ice Show at McFetridge Sports Center.
Ice Show
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The spot light is on the ice at McFetridge Sports Center annual Ice Show
70s Themed Senior Luncheon
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70s Themed Senior Luncheon
Kosciuszko Park Special Olympic Participant
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Kosciuszko Park Special Olympic Participant
Race Walker from Independence
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Race Walker from Independence
Welles Park at the Opening Ceremony
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Welles Park at the Opening Ceremony
Standing Long Jump Winners!
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Standing Long Jump Winners!
Having fun at Margaret Donahue
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Having fun at Margaret Donahue Park ribbon cutting.
Teen Beach Volleyball
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Teen Beach Volleyball
Teens enjoying Soccer at the Beach Bash
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Teens enjoying Soccer at the Beach Bash
Teen Boys at the Beach
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Teen Boys at the Beach
Night Out at Kennicott Park
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We kicked off Night Out in the Parks at Kennicott Park! 1000+ cultural events throughout the city.
Always a good time at Adams
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Always a good time at Adams
Letting the good times roll at Hamlin
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Letting the good times roll at Hamlin Park. Night Out #intheparks
Adams School of Rock
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Adams Park hosted School of Rock for a Night Out event! Rockin good time.
Amazing Talent at Artist of the Wall
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Artist of the Wall Festival at Loyola Park
Artist of the Wall
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The community enjoys the annual Artist of the Wall Festival at Loyola Park.
This Famiy is Movin to the Music at Athletic
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As part of Night Out in the Park Athletic Park hosts Movin to the Music.
Fury Theatre at Indian Boundary
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A little Shakespeare in the Park. Fury Theatre at Indian Boundary Cultural Center
Perfect Summer Night for Cartoons!
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Perfect Summer Night for Cartoons!
Singing Along to Toddler Tunes at Eugene Field
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Toddler Tunes at Eugene Field
The Kids are Brave Holding the Frog!
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The Kids are Brave Holding the Frog! We love Toddler Tunes and Turtles!
Community Enjoying the Music Circle at Eugene Field
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Music Circle at Eugene Field
Concerts in the Park at Welles
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Concerts in the Park at Welles
Night Out of Music at Willye White
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Night Out of Music at Willye White
Night Out at Davis Square Park with the Back of the Yards Folkloric Dancers
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Night Out at Davis Square Park with the Back of the Yards Folkloric Dancers
Dancing at Night Out in the Parks
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Night Out in the Parks
Thanks to Chance the Rapper for coming to T.I.P. Fest!
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Thanks to Chance the Rapper for curating a variety of artists for T.I.P. Fest!
Ping Tom with Red Moon
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Ping Tom with Redmoon
NOITP APP "MyChiParks won a CIMA Award
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NOITP APP "MyChiParks won a CIMA Award
Walkers Enjoying  the 606 Trail
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Walkers on the 606 Trail
Summer Staff Training
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Our summer staff training for day camp is underway! Funtimes.
Staff Having Fun at Training
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Some fun and games at our staff training. Summer day camp here we come!
These Kiddos are Making a Splash at Day Camp
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Making a Splash at Day Camp
Happy Campers
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Happy Campers make us happy.
Teens at 31st Harbor
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Teens enjoying a sunny day at 31st Harbor
Teens paddleboarding at 31st Street Harbor
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Teens paddleboarding at 31st Street Harbor
Sailing competition at 31st Street Harbor
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Sailing competition at 31st Street Harbor
Our Superintendent at La Villita Grand Opening
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Our Superintendent at La Villita Grand Opening
The Mayor Speaks at La Villita Grand Opening
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The Mayor Speaks at La Villita Grand Opening
All Smiles From the Campers at Adams
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All Smiles From the Campers at Adams
Fun in the Pool at Avondale
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Sailing Away at Avondale
Outdoor Fun for the Kids at Blackhawk
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Outdoor Fun at Blackhawk
Brands Day Camp Field Trip
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Our day campers enjoy exploring the city. Brands Day Camp Field Trip was awesome.
Gymnastics Camp at Warren
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We offered a varity of camps in 2015. Gymnastics Camp at Warren Park was a hit.
Kickball at Hamlin
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Kickball Champs from Hamlin Park.
Campers at Hiawatha at the Merry Go Round!
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Campers at Hiawatha at the Merry Go Round!
Shark Attack at Indian Boundary
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Musical theatre camp at Indian Boundary perform their version of shark nato:)
Teen Pool Party at Jefferson
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Teen Pool Party at Jefferson
Hula Hooping at Mayfair Park
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Keeping it cool...Hula Hooping at Mayfair Park
Day Camp at Valley Forge
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Day Camp at Valley Forge
Teen X-STREAM Push Kart Competition at Garfield Park
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Teen X-STREAM Push Kart Competition at Garfield Park
Fitness Day Fun at Rainbow!
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Fitness Day Fun!
Great Day at Sun Yat-Sen Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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Sun Yat-Sen Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park
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Celebrating the naming of Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park! Great day.
Our float at the Bud Billigan Parade
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Participating in the annual Bud Billigan Parade. Lookin' good.
Teens loved participating in Bud Billigan
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Our teens loved being part of the Bud Billigan Parade.
TeenLeadershipConnection College Tour in St. Louis
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How sweet! TeenLeadershipConnection College Tour in St. Louis
The Ribbon is Cut at Northerly Island!
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The ribbon was cut at Northerly Island. What an amazing place!
Family is Having Fun in the Playground!
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Family Fun!
Garfield Conservatory is gorgeous!
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Solarise: a sea of all colors shines a new light on Garfield Park Conservatory. This art installation will be on display from September 23, 2015 through September 22, 2016. The solarise exhibit at Garfield Park Conservatory is a series of light and sculptural environments created by Luftwerk - Chicago artists Petra Bachmaier and Sean Gallero.
The Conservatory is Absolutely Stunning!
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This extraordinary art installation (our first new exhibit since the Conservatory's Grand Re-Opening) adds an entirely new dimension to your visit at the Conservatory. solarise: a sea of all colors highlights the amazing relationships between two remarkable forces of nature - light and plants! This interactive exhibit includes several dynamic pieces in four of the Conservatory's display houses.
All Smiles at Senior Games!
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All Smiles at Senior Games!
Seniors Love Shuffle Board at Welles
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Shuffle Board at Welles Park.
Teamwork during Horseshoe at the Senior Games
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Teamwork!
Welles Swimming Senior Games
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Welles Swimming Senior Games
The Seniors STRIKE a Pose at Senior Bowling!
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STRIKE a Pose!
Kerry Wood Stadium Ribbon Cutting
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Kerry Wood Cubs Stadium Ribbon Cutting
Perfect Day for the Opening!
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Perfect Day for the Opening!
Teens Take a Selfie with Kerry Wood!
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Selfie with Kerry Wood!
Teen from Lane Tech Catches the First Pitch!
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First Pitch!
Ribbon Cutting at Rainey
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Ribbon Cutting at Rainey
Cal Ripken Jr. Freedom Field is gorgeous!
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Cal Ripken Jr. Freedom Field is gorgeous! Check it out at Marquette Park.
Kelly High School Marching Band played their hearts out during the Kelly Playground Opening Ceremony
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Kelly High School Marching Band played their hearts out during the Kelly Playground Opening Ceremony
Chicago Bears Pat McCaskey at Kelly Park Ribbon Cutting
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Chicago Bears Pat McCaskey at Kelly Park Ribbon Cutting
Scottsdale Ribbon Cutting
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Scottsdale Ribbon Cutting
Louie Fieldhouse Naming at Ping Tom
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Louie Fieldhouse Naming at Ping Tom
Pumpkin Patch at Lincoln Park Cultural Center
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Pumpkin Patch at Lincoln Park Cultural Center
Lovely Fall Day at the Pumpkin Patch
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Lovely Fall Day at the Pumpkin Patch
Junior Bears Lining Up at Hamlin
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Junior Bears Lining Up at Hamlin
Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament!
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Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament! Youth boxers from Dublin visited Chicago.
Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament!
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Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament!
Wicker Park Pumpkin Patch Boo-Palooza
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Wicker Park Pumpkin Patch Boo-Palooza
Having Fun at Rainbow Beach with the Mayor!
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Today we celebrated the opening of the 225th Chicago Plays! playground renovation with the community kids and Mayor!
Santa and his helpers visited Merrimac Park for the Holidays!
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Look who visited Merrimac Park for the Holidays!
The One Summer Chicago Job Fair connects teens to future employment opportunities and prepares them
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The One Summer Chicago Job Fair connects teens to future employment opportunities and prepares them for success in interviews and application processes.
We completed 77 playground renovations under Mayor Emanuel's Chicago Plays! program.
Media Caption
We completed 77 playground renovations under Mayor Emanuel's Chicago Plays! program.
use_review_BEST_West_Ridge_Nature_Preserve_Ribbon_Cutting_2015_(43)
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Celebrated the opening of West Ridge Nature Preserve and a number of other amazing new places to visit.
We celebrated the opening of the highly anticipated Morgan Park Sports Center
Media Caption
We celebrated the opening of the highly anticipated Morgan Park Sports Center
The kids are ready for Silver Skates at Warren
Media Caption
The year started off with our Silver Skates Speed Skating competition.
It was a Great Turnout at Mozart's Drum Circle
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Started the year off on the right beat. Drum Circle at Mozart
Fire_and_Ice_2015_at_Chicago_Womens_(9)
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Fire and Ice 2015 at Chicago Womens Park
Boy gets ready to make a basket at February Frenzy at Bell
Media Caption
February Frenzy Basketball Tourney!
Great basketball competition for these boys!
Media Caption
Great competition!
Young Boys Skating at the Hockey classic!
Media Caption
1st Annual Outdoor Hockey Classic at Warren Park!
Great Group Photo of the Jr Citizens
Media Caption
Jr Citizens from the northside.
Jr Citizen Participants with the Gold Medal!
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Jr Citizen finalists with the Gold Medal!
We love our teens!
Media Caption
We love our teens!
Teens Participating in Development Exercises
Media Caption
We hosted a number of teen development workshops.
Dancing with Winnie the Pooh at Olympia
Media Caption
We love celebrating holidays with our patrons. Dancing with Winnie the Pooh at Olympia Park.
Valentine Disco Bash at Indian Boundary
Media Caption
Valentine Disco Bash at Indian Boundary
Even the park supervisor is having a blast!
Media Caption
Even the park supervisor is having a blast!
Such a Great Valentine Family Photo at Portage
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Making family memories at the annual Valentine dance at Portage Park.
Warren Park Staff with the Gold Medal!
Media Caption
Warren Park Staff with the Gold Medal!
February_Ashaki_
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February Ashaki Celebration
Teen Winter Ball at South Shore Cultural Center!
Media Caption
Teen Winter Ball at South Shore Cultural Center!
Check out These Boys in the Hockey classic!
Media Caption
Hockey classic!
Junior Citizens are Looking Great!
Media Caption
Junior Citizens!
Central Region Junior Citizen Ceremony at the Garfield Park Conservatory
Media Caption
Central Region Junior Citizen Ceremony at the Garfield Park Conservatory
Eileen Hurley at the Polar Plunge!
Media Caption
Special Olympics Polar Plunge was a hit!
Our Superintendent with Chicago PD cast!
Media Caption
Our Superintendent with Chicago PD | Chicago Fire cast and Lady Gaga!
Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
Media Caption
Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
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Use Your Words at Austin Town Hall
Performers at Garfield Park Conservatory!
Media Caption
Performers at Garfield Park Conservatory!
Showcase2015-58
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Employee Showcase. We have some talented employees!
Showcase2015small-39
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Employee Showcase at Southshore Cultural Center
Maggie Daley Park Easter Egg Hunt
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Maggie Daley Park Easter Egg Hunt
Woodshop Gallery
Media Caption
Woodshop Gallery. Showcasing our amazing artwork.
Woodshop Gallery
Media Caption
Annual Woodshop Gallery Show at South Shore.
Buckingham Fountain!
Media Caption
Turning on Buckingham Fountain!
Fred Anderson Ribbon Cutting
Media Caption
Fred Anderson Ribbon Cutting
These two enjoyed the Kilbourn Plant Sale
Media Caption
These two enjoyed the Kilbourn Plant Sale
Goodies at the Kilbourn Plant Sale
Media Caption
Goodies at the Kilbourn Plant Sale
Ice Show
Media Caption
Annual Ice Show at McFetridge Sports Center.
Ice Show
Media Caption
The spot light is on the ice at McFetridge Sports Center annual Ice Show
70s Themed Senior Luncheon
Media Caption
70s Themed Senior Luncheon
Kosciuszko Park Special Olympic Participant
Media Caption
Kosciuszko Park Special Olympic Participant
Race Walker from Independence
Media Caption
Race Walker from Independence
Welles Park at the Opening Ceremony
Media Caption
Welles Park at the Opening Ceremony
Standing Long Jump Winners!
Media Caption
Standing Long Jump Winners!
Having fun at Margaret Donahue
Media Caption
Having fun at Margaret Donahue Park ribbon cutting.
Teen Beach Volleyball
Media Caption
Teen Beach Volleyball
Teens enjoying Soccer at the Beach Bash
Media Caption
Teens enjoying Soccer at the Beach Bash
Teen Boys at the Beach
Media Caption
Teen Boys at the Beach
Night Out at Kennicott Park
Media Caption
We kicked off Night Out in the Parks at Kennicott Park! 1000+ cultural events throughout the city.
Always a good time at Adams
Media Caption
Always a good time at Adams
Letting the good times roll at Hamlin
Media Caption
Letting the good times roll at Hamlin Park. Night Out #intheparks
Adams School of Rock
Media Caption
Adams Park hosted School of Rock for a Night Out event! Rockin good time.
Amazing Talent at Artist of the Wall
Media Caption
Artist of the Wall Festival at Loyola Park
Artist of the Wall
Media Caption
The community enjoys the annual Artist of the Wall Festival at Loyola Park.
This Famiy is Movin to the Music at Athletic
Media Caption
As part of Night Out in the Park Athletic Park hosts Movin to the Music.
Fury Theatre at Indian Boundary
Media Caption
A little Shakespeare in the Park. Fury Theatre at Indian Boundary Cultural Center
Perfect Summer Night for Cartoons!
Media Caption
Perfect Summer Night for Cartoons!
Singing Along to Toddler Tunes at Eugene Field
Media Caption
Toddler Tunes at Eugene Field
The Kids are Brave Holding the Frog!
Media Caption
The Kids are Brave Holding the Frog! We love Toddler Tunes and Turtles!
Community Enjoying the Music Circle at Eugene Field
Media Caption
Music Circle at Eugene Field
Concerts in the Park at Welles
Media Caption
Concerts in the Park at Welles
Night Out of Music at Willye White
Media Caption
Night Out of Music at Willye White
Night Out at Davis Square Park with the Back of the Yards Folkloric Dancers
Media Caption
Night Out at Davis Square Park with the Back of the Yards Folkloric Dancers
Dancing at Night Out in the Parks
Media Caption
Night Out in the Parks
Thanks to Chance the Rapper for coming to T.I.P. Fest!
Media Caption
Thanks to Chance the Rapper for curating a variety of artists for T.I.P. Fest!
Ping Tom with Red Moon
Media Caption
Ping Tom with Redmoon
NOITP APP "MyChiParks won a CIMA Award
Media Caption
NOITP APP "MyChiParks won a CIMA Award
Walkers Enjoying  the 606 Trail
Media Caption
Walkers on the 606 Trail
Summer Staff Training
Media Caption
Our summer staff training for day camp is underway! Funtimes.
Staff Having Fun at Training
Media Caption
Some fun and games at our staff training. Summer day camp here we come!
These Kiddos are Making a Splash at Day Camp
Media Caption
Making a Splash at Day Camp
Happy Campers
Media Caption
Happy Campers make us happy.
Teens at 31st Harbor
Media Caption
Teens enjoying a sunny day at 31st Harbor
Teens paddleboarding at 31st Street Harbor
Media Caption
Teens paddleboarding at 31st Street Harbor
Sailing competition at 31st Street Harbor
Media Caption
Sailing competition at 31st Street Harbor
Our Superintendent at La Villita Grand Opening
Media Caption
Our Superintendent at La Villita Grand Opening
The Mayor Speaks at La Villita Grand Opening
Media Caption
The Mayor Speaks at La Villita Grand Opening
All Smiles From the Campers at Adams
Media Caption
All Smiles From the Campers at Adams
Fun in the Pool at Avondale
Media Caption
Sailing Away at Avondale
Outdoor Fun for the Kids at Blackhawk
Media Caption
Outdoor Fun at Blackhawk
Brands Day Camp Field Trip
Media Caption
Our day campers enjoy exploring the city. Brands Day Camp Field Trip was awesome.
Gymnastics Camp at Warren
Media Caption
We offered a varity of camps in 2015. Gymnastics Camp at Warren Park was a hit.
Kickball at Hamlin
Media Caption
Kickball Champs from Hamlin Park.
Campers at Hiawatha at the Merry Go Round!
Media Caption
Campers at Hiawatha at the Merry Go Round!
Shark Attack at Indian Boundary
Media Caption
Musical theatre camp at Indian Boundary perform their version of shark nato:)
Teen Pool Party at Jefferson
Media Caption
Teen Pool Party at Jefferson
Hula Hooping at Mayfair Park
Media Caption
Keeping it cool...Hula Hooping at Mayfair Park
Day Camp at Valley Forge
Media Caption
Day Camp at Valley Forge
Teen X-STREAM Push Kart Competition at Garfield Park
Media Caption
Teen X-STREAM Push Kart Competition at Garfield Park
Fitness Day Fun at Rainbow!
Media Caption
Fitness Day Fun!
Great Day at Sun Yat-Sen Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Media Caption
Sun Yat-Sen Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park
Media Caption
Celebrating the naming of Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park! Great day.
Our float at the Bud Billigan Parade
Media Caption
Participating in the annual Bud Billigan Parade. Lookin' good.
Teens loved participating in Bud Billigan
Media Caption
Our teens loved being part of the Bud Billigan Parade.
TeenLeadershipConnection College Tour in St. Louis
Media Caption
How sweet! TeenLeadershipConnection College Tour in St. Louis
The Ribbon is Cut at Northerly Island!
Media Caption
The ribbon was cut at Northerly Island. What an amazing place!
Family is Having Fun in the Playground!
Media Caption
Family Fun!
Garfield Conservatory is gorgeous!
Media Caption
Solarise: a sea of all colors shines a new light on Garfield Park Conservatory. This art installation will be on display from September 23, 2015 through September 22, 2016. The solarise exhibit at Garfield Park Conservatory is a series of light and sculptural environments created by Luftwerk - Chicago artists Petra Bachmaier and Sean Gallero.
The Conservatory is Absolutely Stunning!
Media Caption
This extraordinary art installation (our first new exhibit since the Conservatory's Grand Re-Opening) adds an entirely new dimension to your visit at the Conservatory. solarise: a sea of all colors highlights the amazing relationships between two remarkable forces of nature - light and plants! This interactive exhibit includes several dynamic pieces in four of the Conservatory's display houses.
All Smiles at Senior Games!
Media Caption
All Smiles at Senior Games!
Seniors Love Shuffle Board at Welles
Media Caption
Shuffle Board at Welles Park.
Teamwork during Horseshoe at the Senior Games
Media Caption
Teamwork!
Welles Swimming Senior Games
Media Caption
Welles Swimming Senior Games
The Seniors STRIKE a Pose at Senior Bowling!
Media Caption
STRIKE a Pose!
Kerry Wood Stadium Ribbon Cutting
Media Caption
Kerry Wood Cubs Stadium Ribbon Cutting
Perfect Day for the Opening!
Media Caption
Perfect Day for the Opening!
Teens Take a Selfie with Kerry Wood!
Media Caption
Selfie with Kerry Wood!
Teen from Lane Tech Catches the First Pitch!
Media Caption
First Pitch!
Ribbon Cutting at Rainey
Media Caption
Ribbon Cutting at Rainey
Cal Ripken Jr. Freedom Field is gorgeous!
Media Caption
Cal Ripken Jr. Freedom Field is gorgeous! Check it out at Marquette Park.
Kelly High School Marching Band played their hearts out during the Kelly Playground Opening Ceremony
Media Caption
Kelly High School Marching Band played their hearts out during the Kelly Playground Opening Ceremony
Chicago Bears Pat McCaskey at Kelly Park Ribbon Cutting
Media Caption
Chicago Bears Pat McCaskey at Kelly Park Ribbon Cutting
Scottsdale Ribbon Cutting
Media Caption
Scottsdale Ribbon Cutting
Louie Fieldhouse Naming at Ping Tom
Media Caption
Louie Fieldhouse Naming at Ping Tom
Pumpkin Patch at Lincoln Park Cultural Center
Media Caption
Pumpkin Patch at Lincoln Park Cultural Center
Lovely Fall Day at the Pumpkin Patch
Media Caption
Lovely Fall Day at the Pumpkin Patch
Junior Bears Lining Up at Hamlin
Media Caption
Junior Bears Lining Up at Hamlin
Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament!
Media Caption
Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament! Youth boxers from Dublin visited Chicago.
Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament!
Media Caption
Ireland vs. Chicago Boxing Tournament!
Wicker Park Pumpkin Patch Boo-Palooza
Media Caption
Wicker Park Pumpkin Patch Boo-Palooza
Having Fun at Rainbow Beach with the Mayor!
Media Caption
Today we celebrated the opening of the 225th Chicago Plays! playground renovation with the community kids and Mayor!
Santa and his helpers visited Merrimac Park for the Holidays!
Media Caption
Look who visited Merrimac Park for the Holidays!
The One Summer Chicago Job Fair connects teens to future employment opportunities and prepares them
Media Caption
The One Summer Chicago Job Fair connects teens to future employment opportunities and prepares them for success in interviews and application processes.

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