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Fall Events! – August O’Fallon Weekly Article
O’Fallon Parks & Recreation is gearing up for an exciting fall season with a diverse array of events and programs designed to engage and entertain the community. The youth sports programs are a cornerstone of the season, with the Fall Soccer League already in full swing and the Fall Baseball/Softball Leagues kicking off soon. For…
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Summer Highlights – July O’Fallon Weekly Article
Did you know that July is National Park and Recreation Month? For nearly forty years, parks and recreation departments across the country have used July to promote the building of strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. The O’Fallon Parks and Recreation staff are proud to be part of the…
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What to do on a Rainy Baseball/Softball – May O’Fallon Weekly Article
Oh no. Baseball & softball practice is rained out, again! What do we do? It has been a spring season to forget, weather wise, for youth baseball and softball teams as rain has left several early season practices and games washed out. Dirt fields often remain in unplayable condition in the days immediately following…
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Spring Events – March O’Fallon Weekly Article
Greetings, O’Fallon Community! Spring is in the air, and with it comes a burst of excitement from your Parks and Recreation team! As we dive into 2024, we’re thrilled to unveil a slew of new developments and programs aimed at enhancing your park experience. Firstly, if you’ve strolled through Community Park recently, you may have…
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All-Abilities Playground
Hello O’Fallon Residents! You may have heard that we are installing an all-abilities playground in Community Park, but really what is an all-abilities playground and what does it mean? An “all-abilities playground” is a type of playground designed to be inclusive and accessible for children and individuals of all abilities, including those with physical, sensory,…
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All-Abilities Playground at O’Fallon Community Park
Check out this great write up about the All-Abilities Playground from the O’Fallon Progress. https://news.yahoo.com/abilities-playground-o-fallon-community-110000849.html
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Community Park Enhancement Project!
Welcome to the Community Park Enhancement Blog. Follow along with us as we continually update this post on all the activities going on with the redevelopment of Community Park. There are many new and exciting features coming to Community Park. The oldest park in O’Fallon will have a well-deserved transformation. Recently, we completed a new…
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Expanded Plans for Vine Street Market on Tap for Downtown O’Fallon this Summer
Link to Article: https://www.bnd.com/news/local/community/ofallon-progress/article274825176.html Three District Night special events this summer, expanded Vine Street Market activities and other festive plans are on the slate for downtown O’Fallon. Featuring some vendors from throughout the area, the Vine Street Market will celebrate its fifth anniversary with a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, May 20, but the farmers’ market at…
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Fall Programs are Coming!
Hi O’Fallon Residents, It’s hard to believe that summer is nearly over, and the kids will be going back to school! We hope your summer was filled with fun and laughter. I’m sure your summer was just as buys as ours was at Parks & Rec. We’ve got just a few more events to share…
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Groundbreaking set for All-Abilities Playground in O’Fallon
Lynn Venhaus Wed, June 21, 2023 at 2:10 PM CDT·4 min read Children should be able to enjoy the All-Abilities Playground by mid- to late-August in the O’Fallon Community Park. Meanwhile, volunteers can still sign up to help, and donations are being accepted too. A ground-breaking ceremony is set for Friday, June 23, at 10 a.m. at…
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Information on the Brand New Aquatic Center Opening in 2025!
Use the green link below to find out all kinds of wonderful information about our new facility, including information on rentals, daily admissions, swim lessons, and more!
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January Programs
Hello people of O’Fallon and happy winter! O’Fallon Parks and Recreation is here to tell you about all the programs we are offering. Sweetheart Dance Previously known as the Daddy/Daughter Dance, this night is full of food, fun, and dancing. Bring your special sweetheart out for the night and dance your hearts away! Lifeguarding Course…
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July is National Parks & Recreation Month
Hello O’Fallon! Did you know that July is Parks and Recreation month? That’s right! Since 1985, people in the United States have celebrated Parks and Recreation month in July to promote building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation and to recognize more than 160,000 full-time parks and recreation professionals…
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June Article: Unplug Illinois Day
Hi O’Fallon Residents, Did know you that the 5th Annual Unplug Illinois Day is coming up in about one month? What is Unplug Illinois Day you might ask. It is a campaign created by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association that encourages people to unplug from their electronic devices and plug into play, creativity, friendship,…
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May Article: Water Safety
Hello O’Fallon, It seems as if our April showers have carried over into May! No worries, summer will be here before we know it. In our department, we see Memorial Day as the official start of the summer season. A typical midwestern summer entails many favorites such as outdoor grilling, yard games, and fun at…