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NEWS YOU CAN USE
BENEFITS TO YOU: Think "Amazing Race" for park and recreation agencies! IPRA’s Annual Park Pursuit was created to bring together friends and colleagues for a day of fun! After preparing for a long summer, you need to energize yourself and staff. An event like this is an amazing way to promote TEAM BUILDING among staff members, engage in HEALTHY COMPETITION between other agencies, and of course RECREATING, PHYSICAL FITNESS and having FUN!
Click here for more information! Applications must be submitted online at www.ILipra.org along with a $45 application fee. Once the application is completed your agency will receive a link via email to a survey consisting of 48 questions. The Health and Wellness Committee will review and tally your responses and contact you if there is a need for additional documentation.
Agencies that meet the criteria will receive the Exceptional Workplace Award at the 2014 IAPD/IPRA Annual Conference, during the IPRA business meeting. Application Fee: $45 Application & Survey Submission Deadline: Nov. 1, 2013 Click here to apply! Please contact Lori Neubauer, Itasca Park District, with any questions. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Exam Preparation - SERIES OF THREE CLASSES - July 18, Aug. 8, Aug. 29
Chicago Park District - Fosco Park 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. CALENDAR/UPCOMING EVENTS
7th Annual Park Pursuit - 5/2/13
Village of La Grange - Village Hall 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Chicago Cubs vs. Houston Astros - 6/21/13 Wrigley Field 1:20 p.m. - 4 p.m. Chicago White Sox vs. Detroit Tigers - 7/25/13 US Cellular Field 1:10 p.m. - 4 p.m. JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Here are some of the most recent job posts. To view the complete listing, click here!
SECTION/COMMITTEE INFO
Spring Aquatics Roundtable & Guard Games Planning Meeting - 4/24/13
Elmhurst Park District - The Hub 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Day Camp & School Age Committee Meeting - 4/25/13 School District 15 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Park & Natural Resource Management Section Meeting & Discussion - 5/9/13 Chicago Park District - Grant Park Rose Garden Area (free parking) 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Facility Management Section Meeting - 5/10/13 Glen Ellyn Park District - Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Recreation Section Meeting & Discussion - 5/16/13 Bloomingdale Park District - Johnston Recreation Center 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Communications & Marketing Section Meeting & Educational Presentation - 5/16/13 Bartlett Park District - Villa Olivia 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
