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MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Thank you to the 260+ IPRA members who joined us on Friday, April 20 for the 1st Annual IPRA Education Institute, with presenter Craig Hickman, author of The Oz Principle.
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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
If you have ever gone to one of the large theme parks, you know that one of the most popular rides is the rollercoaster. There are many types of roller coasters to choose from, and they all have long lines. You do your research and determine which is the best ride for you.
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NEWS YOU CAN USE
In October 2012, IPRA will launch its newly created Leadership Academy. The Academy is an intensive six-month program that can benefit you regardless of what stage you are in your career.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Special Event Round Table: Planning for Fall - 5/9/12
Prairie View Community Center
10:00AM - 12:00PM

WEBINAR: Industry Trends & the Culture to Support Their Implementation - 5/9/12
online
10:00AM - 11:30AM

Aquatic Manager Leadership Training - 5/16/12
Addison Park District
9:00AM - 4:00PM

Day Camp Workshop - 6/2/12

NEDSRA
1:00PM - 5:00PM

Innovation Renovation Workshop - People, Purpose, Passion - 6/8
Oak Brook Park District; Central Park West
9:00AM - 3:00PM

Financial Intelligence (Oak Brook, IL) - 7/10/12

Oak Brook Park District; Central Park West
9:00AM - 1:00PM

Financial Intelligence (Mt. Vernon, IL) - 7/17/12
Mt Vernon - Rolland W Lewis Community Building
9:00AM - 1:00PM

Financial Intelligence (Normal, IL) - 7/24/12
The Den at Fox Creek Golf Course (Normal, IL)
9:00AM - 1:00PM
 
CALENDAR/UPCOMING EVENTS
Chicago Cubs vs. NY Mets - 6/27/12
Wrigley Field
1:20PM - 4:00PM

Six County Senior Olympics 2012 - July 9-26, 2012
Park Ridge & neighboring communities

Teen Camp Olympics - 7/18/12
Lisle Park District
10:00AM - 2:00PM

Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins - 7/25/12
US Cellular Field
1:05PM - 4:00PM

Lifeguard Games - 8/4/12
TBD
4:00PM - 9:00PM
 
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Here are some of the most recent job posts - to view, click here!
  • Executive Director, Illinois Park & Recreation Association
  • Information & Marketing Coordinator, Barrington Park District
  • Athletics Program Supervisor, Channahon Park District
  • Recreation Specialist - Part Time, NEDSRA
 
NEWS ABOUT MEMBERS
The Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners announced the appointment of Ron Oestreich as the new executive director of the Bolingbrook Park District. Oestreich, a resident of Romeoville, is currently the superintendent of revenue facilities at Bolingbrook, a position he has held since 2000.
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SECTION/COMMITTEE INFO
Recreation Section Meeting & Discussion - 5/10/12
Glencoe Park District
11:30AM - 2:00PM

Facility Management Section Meeting & Discussion - 5/11/12
Oak Brook Park District
10:00AM - 12:00PM

Communications & Marketing Section Meeting & Discussion - 5/16/12
Batavia Park District Peg Bond Center
1:00PM - 4:00PM

Ethnic Minority Section Meeting & Discussion - 5/17/12
Lincolnway SRA
11:00AM - 1:00PM
 
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