Chicago Heights Park District Awarded Grant to Boost Community Tree Canopy
Chicago Heights, IL January 20, 2025 — Chicago Heights Park District has been awarded a $242,750.00 subgrant by The Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) to improve the community tree canopy.
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Parks & Golf Close…
Chicago Heights, IL January 20, 2025 — Chicago Heights Park District has been awarded a $242,750.00 subgrant by The Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) to improve the community tree canopy.
Join the CHPD Kids Art Factory!
Do you love arts and crafts? At the Chicago Heights Park District Kids Art Factory, we believe that art makes learning fun! Let your imagination and creativity soar as you explore exciting projects and activities. Sign up today!
Join Our Tumbling Stars Programs!
Our Tumbling Stars (Beginners and Intermediate programs) are having a flipping good time! These classes are packed with energy and fun, perfect for your little tumbler.
No previous tumbling experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm!
Next program starts on Monday, December 2, and runs through January 13, 2025.
Don’t miss out on this exciting tumbling experience!
Join Our Chef Kitchen Academy
Our Jr. Chef Kitchen Academy has been cooking up a storm, and we’re excited to invite your child to join the fun! If your little one has a passion for cooking, this is the perfect opportunity.
In our 2-hour program, Junior Chefs will learn how to create delicious recipes like grilled savory panini’s and chocolate lava cake under the guidance of Chef Jeanne. Register Today and let the culinary adventures begin!
Boo at the Zoo
The Chicago Heights Park District and friends had a spooky good time at the Boo at the Zoo event! Come along and join us on our next adventure!
CHSD170’s CHMS Celebrates a Successful Walk & Roll to School Event
This year’s Walk & Roll to School event was a collaboration between the Chicago Heights Park District, the City of Chicago Heights, Kappa Alpha Psi, and the school itself. The event fostered a strong sense of community and connection among students, families, and community members. Read more >>
SOWING SEEDS BY CULTIVATING FUTURE LEADERS
Students from Barack Obama School of Leadership and Stem are growing academically and socially as they grow produce to service the community!
The project began last spring and during the summer with teachers and students concerned about how the high prices of produce at the supermarket may be impacting families in the community. Through a collaborative partnership between the Chicago Heights Park District and School District 163, an area of the school campus that was once designated as a Park District space, was transformed into a spacious vegetable garden.
VSA/CHPD WIN 12-9!
Girls Fall Softball WIN 12-9!
Chicago Heights Park District Awarded Grant
Chicago Heights Park District Secures $600,000 OSLAD Grant for Aquatic Splash Pad and Park Renovation
The Chicago Heights Park District is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a substantial $600,000 grant through the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program. This funding will be allocated towards the construction of the city’s first-ever Aquatic Splash Pad, situated at Commissioners Park which includes renovation of adjacent walkways to ensure safe and easy access to play areas, and outdoor furniture for relaxation.
Local Youth Programs Combine
Chicago Heights Park District and Village of Steger Athletics Collaborate to Expand Programs
The Chicago Heights Park District and the Village of Steger Athletics, through a joint effort, will be expanding their youth programs. This exciting collaboration will provide a greater opportunity for recreational sports on a variety of levels.
New Cheer Program
The Coalition Between Chicago Heights Park District and Steger Athletics Brings New Opportunities
As reported earlier, the Chicago Heights Park District and the Village of Steger Athletics have joined together to expand their youth programs. Besides combining their baseball and softball programs, the collaboration is developing new opportunities for recreational sports and activities. An exciting new program is for cheerleading. Participants, ages 3 through 14, will have skill training and conditioning at the upcoming camp on April 22 to April 26.