Berger Park Cultural Center

03/26/2022

Spring is in the air! Shop our Spring collection of Chicago park-themed merch & enjoy $15 Tees + a SALE on everything else. Hurry! Sale ends TODAY at 5 PM CT. 👉🛍️ www.chicagoparkstore.com

03/21/2022

You're invited to today's Town Hall Meeting at Horner Park, Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave., starting at 6 pm.

Chicago Park District will take feedback about our efforts to create an equitable, inclusive, safe & respectful work and recreation environment.⏩ https://bit.ly/TownHallMeetings2022

03/21/2022

You're invited to today's Town Hall Meeting at Horner Park, Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave., starting at 6 pm.

Chicago Park District will take feedback about our efforts to create an equitable, inclusive, safe & respectful work and recreation environment.⏩ https://bit.ly/TownHallMeetings2022

03/16/2022

Town Hall Meetings | Chicago Park District

Town Hall Meetings | Chicago Park District

The Chicago Park District invites you to a Town Hall Meeting for a presentation about the creation of our new Office of Prevention and Accountability and an open conversation with the public about the plans to build a better and stronger Park District. We want to hear from you!

03/14/2022

Online registration for spring programs at Berger Park Cultural Center begins tomorrow, March 15 at 9am.

Our spring line-up includes Acting, Animal Explorers, Bridge Club, Ceramics, Dance, Running Club, Play School, and so much more.

➡️ View programs today and create your wish list! https://bit.ly/ChiParks-Spring2022

Registering for your favorite spring program just got easier! Chicago Park District redesigned its site to be mobile-friendly. Watch for the ❤️ (new feature) to add an activity to your wishlist.

View the online schedule NOW & get ready to register on Monday, March 14 & Tuesday, March 15. For more info., visit https://bit.ly/ChiParks-Spring2022

03/09/2022

What are you doing this summer, JOB? It's never too early to start looking. so check out the variety of job opportunities at the Chicago Park District. We've highlighted a few for you.
☑️ Recreation Leader (DAY CAMP) (Summer Seasonal) - 2200106
Works with our summer campers.

☑️ JUNIOR LABORER-SEASONAL - 2200085
Works outside with our landscape crew. Helps keep everything green looking good!
☑️ Attendant (Seasonal) - 2200102
Keeps our park facilities looking good.
Search and APPLY TODAY! ➡️ www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs.

03/02/2022

With our spring-like weather outside today, we are thinking about all our spring programs! 🌼

Mark your calendars for March 7 when Chicago Park District Spring programs will be available for online viewing at https://bit.ly/ChiParks-Register

It's 50°F today! Definitely time to start planning for Spring.

Mark your calendars for March 7 when Chicago Park District Spring programs will be available for online viewing at https://bit.ly/ChiParks-Register

03/01/2022

Women's History Month: "Named in their Honor" Pt. 1

"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!" - Maya Angelou

March is Women's History Month! Join us in celebrating by reading about the parks across Chicago named in honor of women that have made an impact on our city...

02/28/2022

02/28/2022

Teens 14+ that complete the Sports & Recreation Leadership (SRL) program will be prepared for summer employment opportunities with Chicago Parks. Choose from 16 different locations. Get $325.
Search 'Sports & Recreation Leadership' at After School Matters. ⏩https://bit.ly/SportsandLeadership-SpringApp

02/23/2022

Join us at Indian Boundary Park, 2500 W. Lunt for our first Silent Movie of 2022.
FRIDAY, FEB. 25 at 7pm. | Free
"Our Hospitality" starring Buster Keaton

Don't miss our first film in our Friday Night Silent Movie Series "Our Hospitality" starring Buster Keaton, with live accompaniment by David Drazin, 7 p.m., Friday, 2/25. Admission is free but registration is recommended as seating is limited. Go to https://tinyurl.com/2p95jnkz to register!

02/23/2022

Loyola Park’s Black History Month Party Sunday Will Feature Talks From Black Rogers Park Entrepreneurs

Loyola Park, 1230 W. Greenleaf Ave., is hosting a Black History Month celebration on Sunday, February 27 from 12:30-2:30pm.

▶️ This year’s theme is Rogers Park Black Visionmakers and will include 8 black entrepreneurs showcasing their work. These vision makers will share their passion for their craft/ businesses and words of encouragement for our youth. In addition, we will display their products and services on a table.

Thanks, Block Club for the nice feature! https://blockclubchicago.org/2022/02/23/loyola-parks-black-history-month-party-sunday-will-feature-talks-from-black-rogers-park-entrepreneurs/

The Black History Month event will also feature a remembrance of the Pollards, Rogers Park's first Black residents.

02/17/2022

We've updated our I ♥️ Chicago Parks design. Hope you ❤️ it as much as we do. Get it on a t-shirt, tote, mug & anything else during the Presidents' Day Sale. Ends Feb. 22 at 5 pm CT. 👉 www.chicagoparkstore.com

New Chicago Park Store design outlines the 600+ in Chicago! Get it on a t-shirt, tote, mug & anything else during the Presidents' Day Sale. Ends Feb. 22 at 5 pm CT. 👉 www.chicagoparkstore.com

02/16/2022

Looking for a summer job? The Chicago Park District is hiring...Recreational Leaders, Lifeguards, Attendants, Junior Laborers, and more. Plus, we have some year-round positions open! Start your career in sports & recreation at the Chicago Park District. Apply NOW at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs.

02/16/2022

We love a good flick and Buster Keaton is pretty cool. Join us at Indian Boundary Park, 2500 W. Lunt, for a Friday Night "Silent Movie Series" with live piano accompaniment by David Drazin. We are excited to offer a selection of some of the best silent film classics!

🎥 Friday, February 25 at 7pm | Indian Boundary Park
📽 Buster Keaton | "Our Hospitality" 1923

All performances are FREE to the public and we suggest advance registration due to limited seating of 50. Face masks are required.

Register today! https://bit.ly/IBSilentMovieSeries2022

02/15/2022

Three opportunities for Chicago Teens, ages 13 to 19, to learn about programs and get information in the recreational, educational/vocational, and job readiness fields. Includes opportunities to apply for summer jobs at the Chicago Park District!
REGISTER TODAY 🔽🔽
https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/teen-opportunity-fairs

March 5th | 10am – 1pm
Truman College | 1145 W. Wilson Ave

Saturday, March 12th | 10am – 12pm AND 12:30-2:30pm
Malcolm X College | 1900 W. Jackson Blvd

Saturday, March 19th | 10am – 1pm
Kennedy King College | 740 W. 63rd St.

➡Apply for a summer job with the Chicago Park District – a variety of jobs are available
➡Learn about recreational programs offered in the parks
➡Gain exposure to educational programs and services.

We look forward to seeing you at the event!

02/15/2022

For all our gardeners out there..The 26th Annual Plant Sale at Kilbourn Park Greenhouse will be held in person this year on May 14 & 15, 9am-2pm. Mark your calendars. More details to come 🙌 https://bit.ly/KilbournPlantSale2022

02/14/2022

You are the sunshine that makes our day! Happy Valentine's Day from Berger Park. 💗

02/07/2022

High School Students and Parents. ➡ If your teenager is interested in exploring the field of sports & recreation...check out this opportunity!

Calling all high school students, ages 14+, interested in exploring the field of sports & recreation! Register for a paid opportunity thru After School Matters to learn more. Apply before March 7.

Search 'Sports & Recreation Leadership' at https://bit.ly/SportsandLeadership-SpringApp.

02/01/2022

Getting Ready! Chicago Parks crews are loading up trucks & preparing to tackle the 5-11' heavy snow ❄️, starting at 5 am.

🚨 US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois has elevated the Winter Storm Watch to a Winter Storm Warning effective between 8 pm tonight & 6 pm tomorrow, Feb. 2.

02/01/2022

at the following park location from 12-6 pm this week:

💉2/3: Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave. rebrand.ly/warrenpark
➡️ https://bit.ly/ChiParksVaccineSites-Feb2022

01/31/2022

One more day left to enjoy 10% off a unique Valentine's Day, park-themed gift for that special someone. Shop now at www.chicagoparkstore.com.

01/24/2022

❄️SNOW REMOVAL ALERT: Snow removal will take place in all parks throughout the day. Please be aware of snow removal vehicles in parking lots, and on sidewalks & trails inside parks.

Our amazing Chicago Park District crews are out clearing paths, parking lots, sidewalks to parks & the lakefront trail. 🚨Please, exercise caution as snow continues to fall & watch for snow removal equipment.

👉 Stay connected for updates.

01/21/2022

We have a few spots available for our GIRLS DAY OF P.L.A.Y. program on 1/28/21 (CPS Day Off) at ➡ Margate Park, 4921 N. Marine Dr. | 9am-3pm | ages 6-12 | FREE
Register TODAY ➡ https://bit.ly/MargateGirlsDayofPlay128

Girls Day of P.L.A.Y. offers girls an opportunity to engage in sports, recreation, arts & crafts, and tons of fun. Space is limited, advance registration is recommended.

01/17/2022

In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day:
🚫All park offices & Conservatories are closed.
✔️Some fieldhouses/park buildings are open with reduced hours/schedules. View park hours ⏩https://bit.ly/MLKParkHours2022
✅Ice rinks are open with special holiday hours from 12-7 pm.

01/14/2022

♻️ Chicago’s Holiday Tree Recycling is underway at 26 parks across the City! 🌲 Make sure you remove all lights and decorations.➡ Details at https://bit.ly/TreeRecycle2022

If your holiday tree is looking more & more like Charlie Brown's🎄, maybe it's time to ♻️. We got you! There are 26 sites citywide ready to take your tree. Don't forget to keep your lights & ornaments. Details at https://bit.ly/TreeRecycle2022

01/12/2022

We still have a few slots available for our Park Kids after-school program here at Berger Park. ➡ Register Today https://bit.ly/BergerPARKKIDSwinter22

After-school programs are available at Chicago Park District citywide. Enroll for the winter season or for the full school year. Register TODAY at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/park-kids

01/12/2022

Let’s have some fun and play a little indoor PICKLEBALL! Head over to Clarendon Community Center Park, 4501 N. Clarendon Ave., 312.742.7512, and take advantage of the open play time.
➡ Sundays, Noon-2:30pm | Ages 21-59 | $5
Register Today ➡ https://bit.ly/PickleballWinter22ClarendonPK
➡ Proof of Vaccination is required for all participants 18+ to participate in this program and you must wear a facemask. 😷

01/12/2022

Verify Your Vaccination Status Before Registering for Non-Exempt Programs

Verify Your Vaccination Status Before Registering for Non-Exempt Programs

01/11/2022

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01/10/2022

NEW! Kids can stay warm and busy from the comfort of their home. Try one of our 50 new & FREE online classes being offered starting today for Chicago students. No registration is required. Check out arts & crafts, bingo, games, fitness, storytime & more. View the full list of classes at https://bit.ly/Chicago-parks-active

NEW! Don't be bored, try one of our 50 new & FREE online classes being offered starting today for Chicago students. No registration required. Check out arts & crafts, bingo, games, fitness, storytime & more. View the full list of classes at https://bit.ly/Chicago-parks-active

01/02/2022

Chicago Christmas Tree Recycling 2022

Chicago's Tree Recycling Program runs from January 8 through the 22 at 26 parks across the City. 🌲 Trees can be dropped off anytime during normal business hours. For all locations & additional details visit ➡https://www.recyclebycity.com/chicago/brief/christmas-tree-recycling

Here are the 26 Chicago Park locations where you can recycle your tree starting Jan 8th!