Eugene Field Park Advisory Council

Chicago Park District Announces New Registration System

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:03:12 +0000

The park district will be rolling out a new registration system in the Spring of 2012. Even if you created an online account prior to 2012, all customers must set-up a new account in order to register. They do not necessarily have to pay online but they must have an account established to register. Accounts can be created beginning January 3rd, 2012. The new system will allow customers to register for programs, events, lap swim and fitness center memberships. For more information on the new system and for registration tips, click here.

Dinner with Santa a Success!

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:55:13 +0000

On December 9, 2011, EFPAC hosted our first Dinner with Santa. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Albany Park area families enjoyed a pizza dinner, visited with Santa, and made holiday crafts. Kids entertainer, Mary Macaroni engaged the children in music and magic. The event was a huge success and we look forward to hosting it again next year. A special thank you to our volunteers and the Eugene Field Park staff for all of your hard work!

Meeting Minutes, November

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 07:12:04 +0000

Eugene Field Park Advisory Council
Board Meeting 11-8-11
Meeting Minutes
Start Time: 7:32pm

Treasury Report:

-EFPAC will be purchasing 10 tables for park for a total of $500

Park Updates:

Wetlands –The Army Corp of Engineers are holding a community meeting about the Wetlands Project on 11/16/11 at 6:30pm at the fieldhouse.

Winter Programs

• Online registration begins Monday 11/28 @ 9am. Walk-in registration is on Saturday 12/3 from 9:30am-noon.

• New Programs: Stroller Fitness, Floor Hockey 6-8 year olds

• A limited number of class slots are reserved for walk-in registration

• The park will be closed for the holidays on the following dates: 11/24, 11/25, 12/23, 12/24, 12/25, 12/26, 12/30, 12/31, and 1/2 . The park will have limited hours on 12/27-12/29.

ADA Construction –The elevator is up and running. There will be a final walk-through within a few weeks.

Upcoming Events:

-Dinner with Santa: Friday December 9th 6:00pm-7:30pm at the fieldhouse. Tickets are $10/person. Dinner, entertainment, crafts, and Santa. Sign-up at eugenefield.wordpress.com

-EFPAC Elections: Tuesday 2/7/11 @ 7:30pm

-Family Valentine’s Dance: 2/14/12 6:30pm-8:00pm at the fieldhouse. $4/person

-Children’s Resale: 3/31/12 9:00am-2:00pm. Free admission. Rent a table for $25.

Community Member attended meeting to provide information regarding the following:

• Albany Park area food banks are depleted. EFPAC and Eugene Field Park offered placement of food collection bin at the fieldhouse. Community member will provide the bin and collect donations.

• The Albany Park community will be participating in a public arts project. A local artist will create a large Budhha head that will be placed in areas that community members have identified as unsafe points in the community.

• An anti-violence coalition is planning to provide leadership training workshops for adults and children in the community.

Meeting end: 8:58pm

Craft Fair is this Saturday!

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 19:15:08 +0000

Saturday, November 5, 2011
9am-2pm

FREE ADMISSION

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping!
Support local business!

Over 30 vendors offering jewelry, ceramics,
knitted wares, photography, kid items and much more!

Help spread the word by posting our flier.

Meet with the people behind the Wetlands Project

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 19:09:34 +0000

Wednesday, November 16, 6:30pm, at the Fieldhouse

There will be a spokesperson from Army Corp of Engineers and the Chicago Park District to speak to the community and answer any questions relating to the EcoSystem Restoration Project.

Cornucopia 2011 a big success!

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 06:22:31 +0000

Thank you to all who attended, sponsored, or volunteered at Cornucopia Fall Festival this year. Over 2,500 visitors enjoyed music, food and fun on a beautiful warm autumn day. In our second year we raised even more funds, which will be used toward revitalizing Eugene Field Park, expanding programming and enriching our community.

While we added to our offerings this year, we hope to be able to do even more next year. We plan on hiring another balloon artist, an additional pony carousel and purchasing more pumpkins. Next year’s event has been scheduled for October 6, 2012. We hope to see you all there!

If you have any suggestions or would like to be part of planning next year’s event, we welcome your input. Please attend our next Advisory Council meeting on Nov. 8th at 7:30pm or email us with your ideas.

Cornucopia is this weekend!

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:41:05 +0000

Saturday, October, 8, 2011 10am-3pm

Featuring:
Pumpkin Patch, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Bouncy House,
Balloon Entertainer, StoryBus, Concessions, Raffle Prizes

Free entertainment:
Mr. Singer and Kerry Appleberry, PlayMechanics Clown Troupe,
Magician Amazing Gary

For more info visit the event page

Meeting Minutes, August

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 05:50:19 +0000

Eugene Field Park Advisory Council
Board Meeting 8-10-11
Meeting Minutes
Start Time: 9:35am

Treasury Report:

– Current account balance = $6200

-EFPAC will be purchasing 10 tables for park for a total of $500

Park Updates:

Wetlands – The project will commence again once electricity is installed by the park district (this should happen by the end of next week). The next phase of the wetlands project involves planting native wetland plants.

Fall Program Registration – online registration begins on Monday 8/15/11 @ 9am. Walk-in registration begins on Saturday 8/20/11 @ 9am.

Cornucopia:

-The advisory council will be hosting the 2nd Annual Cornucopia Fall Festival on Saturday 10/8/11 10am-3pm.

-Discussed entertainment for this year’s festival. There will be live entertainment (T.B.A. – check our website for updates), pony rides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, bounce house, and concessions. Admission to the festival is free and activities range from $1-$4 each.

-We need VOLUNTEERS for the day of the event. If you are interested in volunteering, please send us an email at eugenefieldpac@gmail.com

Meeting end: 10:52am

Music in the Park

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 04:27:26 +0000

July 21, 6-8pm (Rain date: July 28)

Bring a picnic* and a blanket and enjoy this free event. Dueto Zafiro, a traditional mexican guitar duo, will perform.

*There is no grilling or alcohol allowed

Meeting Minutes, July

Eugene FIeld Park Advisory Council — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:54:08 +0000

Eugene Advisory Council
Meeting Minutes
July 6, 2011
Start time @ 7:31pm

Park Updates Report -Tracy Brumly, Park Supervisor:

-ADA Construction:

Construction is progressing. ADA parking spaces have been added to the parking lot. The elevator is completed.

-Programming:

Fall registration begins online 8/15/11 @ 9am.

-Wetlands:

The project is still underway. Plantings are beginning to go in and the water has been drained from the field.

Treasurer’s Report – Lana Gwinn, Treasurer:

Recent purchases: Prizes and snacks for day camp, fans for the park field house

Upcoming purchases: chair racks and tables for the park

Upcoming Events:

-Concert in the Park – Thursday 7/21/11 @ 6pm-8pm

Featuring Dueto Zafiro, a traditional Mexican guitar band. Patrons can bring a picnic dinner and blanket to this FREE event.

-Park Clean-up – Friday 7/22/11 @ 3pm

Come help us keep the park clean and beautiful!

-Cornucopia -Saturday 10/8/11 10am-4pm

Adult volunteers needed for the day of the event. Contact Mandy Bevacqua: amandashaye24@gmail.com or 773-988-5147 if you are interested in volunteering.

End Time: 8:10pm

Next Meeting 8/10/11 @ 9:30am