Events

Help ring in the 4722nd Lunar New Year, the year of the Wood Snake, at the Gurnee Park District. Entertainer "Mai-Ling" will teach us the cultural history, traditions, and their meanings. In China and in ethnic communities around the world, the Lunar New Year is the most important and most festive holiday of the year. […]

Brighten your winter days with these new and exciting, fun-filled classes led by Gurnee Park District staff. Classes will be split up by age groups 3-5 years and 6-10 years depending on enrollment.  Valentine Creations - Celebrate love, kindness, and friendship in our Valentine's Day enrichment class! Children will design their own Valentine cards, enjoy […]

Discover the secrets behind this essential ingredient of romantic comedies. This workshop offers an in-depth look at the form and function of meet-cute scenes. After reflecting on the meet-cutes that hold personal significance, from real-life stories to fictional favorites, participants will be ready to write their very own version of this memorable moment!  Tuesday, February […]

Kids will enjoy a fun-filled day of laughter, silliness, and creativity with crafts, games, and goofy challenges inspired by jokes and humor. Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather (some activities may be held outside, weather permitting). This is a non-school day for District 56 students. Minimum number of participants: […]

Step into Candyland for a day of colorful crafts, fun challenges, and sugary-themed excitement! Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather (some activities may be held outside, weather permitting). This is a non-school day for District 56 students. Minimum number of participants: 15 Save your spot!

Join us for a night of creativity and fun at the Bittersweet Golf Club in Gurnee! Our instructor, Linda Richter, will guide participants step-by-step in creating their own masterpiece. Don't miss this evening of laughter and fun as you uncork your inner artist and celebrate "Galentine's Day" with your besties.  All necessary paint supplies are […]

Sew a set of nesting baskets - perfect for organizing or as reusable gift bags. Sunday, February 15 9:00am-12:00pm Hunt Club Park Community Center Ages 14+ Save your spot! Learn to Sew Workshops with Loopy Connections - Discover the joy of sewing in a relaxed, project-based format led by Loopy Connections, Northern Illinois' community fiber-arts […]

From singing and dancing to jokes and skits, kids will enjoy a fun-filled day of talent and teamwork. Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather (some activities may be held outside, weather permitting). Save a spot!