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Celebrate African-American History Month 1/24/2012
Thursday, February 23
Photographic & Art Exhibits | Open 3:00 − 7:00 pm
Official Program | 6:30 pm
Community Center
Free
"The Chicago Freedom Movement, 1965-1966"
A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBIT | Open 3:00 − 7:00 PM
In Chicago in 1965 and 1966, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other civil rights leaders focused the Chicago Freedom Movement on open housing. Thousands of people participated in the marches and rallies in Soldier Field, Marquette Park, Grant Park and in front of Chicago City Hall.
This was the first large scale fair housing campaign in the country and the most ambitious civil rights campaign in the North. It placed the issue of equal opportunity in housing not just before the people of Chicago, but also before the Nation.
Bernard Kleina's rarely seen color photographs document the 1965-1966 Freedom Movement's peaceful demonstrations' call for open housing. The exhibit celebrates the efforts of Dr. King and other civil rights leaders and includes images of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; Coretta Scott-King; the Rev. Jesse Jackson; former UN Ambassador, Andrew Young; comedian activist, Dick Gregory; gospel singer, Mahalia Jackson; and Rev. Ralph Abernathy, as well as thousands of peaceful demonstrators involved in these historic rallies and marches. The photographs also capture many of those who attempted to disrupt these peaceful marches.
Kleina's historic and contemporary photographs are being shown throughout the country. These soul stirring photographs encourage us not only to look back at where we have been, but also to reflect on the challenges we face and the direction we are taking as a Nation.
ART EXHIBIT | Open 3:00 − 7:00 PM
North Berwyn Park District's Before & After School Program participants showcase their original artwork inspired by African American leaders and culture.
SPEAKER | Bernard J. Kleina, Photographer | 6:30 PM |
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North Berwyn pool to be named after founding commissioner 1/13/2012
By Brett Schweinberg, bschweinberg@mysuburbanlife.com
Berwyn Life
Posted Jan 12, 2012
Berwyn, IL —
North Berwyn Park District Commissioner Ann Mackin has been pushing for renovations to Maple Pool since she helped found the park district in 1976.
With those renovations finally slated to take place this summer, the district also voted tonight to rename the pool after Mackin.
The new facility will feature a revamped pool, a zero-depth spray park and water slide to complement a playground and skatepark already in place. The recreation area will be known as the Mackin Aquatic Center.
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Now Hiring! 1/5/2012
The North Berwyn Park District is now hiring. If you enjoy recreating and working with people, you may find a great job with the parks. The Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Current job opening:
REGISTRAR
Part-time position approx 25 hrs week.
Seeking friendly front office worker.
High School graduate, duties include:
accepting registrations, answer phones,
Previous office/computer skills a plus. $8.50/hr.
Apply in person at:
North Berwyn Park District,
1619 Wesley Avenue,
Berwyn IL 60402
Download Application HERE |
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Try It Before You Buy It! 1/3/2012
If you’ve always wanted to try that one class but weren’t sure if it was for you, now you can Try it Before You Buy It! Try it Before You Buy It will be held the week of January 23 - 28. Register for the Try it Before You Buy class at no cost and then decide if you want to make the 8 week commitment! See NBPD’s Winter/Spring brochure for eligible classes and more details.
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2012 Winter/Spring Registration 1/2/2012
ATTENTION: North Berwyn Residents
North Berwyn residents may sign up now for 2012 Winter/Spring classes! Classes include Hip Hop 4 Kids, Ballet, Guitar, Poms, Little Theater, Yoga 4 Kids, Boot Camp, Zumba, Step Fit, Tai-Chi, Gentle Yoga, Tae Kwon Do and more! Open Registration begins Monday, January 9th. Call (708) 749-4900 for additional info. |
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ACCIDENTAL RAPTURE
By Eric Pfeffinger 12/17/2011
January 12 – February 18, 2012
Thursdays & Fridays @ 7:30 PM
Saturdays @ 5:00 & 8:30 PM
no 5pm Sat Jan 14
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
Press Opening: Thursday, January 19 @ 7:30 PM
VIP Opening: Friday, January 20 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets: $18 Buy Single Tickets
Group Tickets: $13 for 8(+)
Part of 100 Club series and 3-play subscription
A comedy about faith, friendship and the end of the world. Richard and Kim believe in God. Amy and Paul don’t. So when they all get together to hang out the same weekend the world happens to end, things get kind of awkward.
“Eric Pfeffinger's remarkable new play is a revelation in more ways than one…an original, brilliantly intelligent and laudably ambitious new script.” -- Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune |
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Have You Purchased Your Youth License Plate? 10/29/2011
Park Districts in Illinois have been providing Youth Programs for many years. The Secretary of State has approved the Youth License Plate. The license plates help fund youth activities. The sale and subsequent renewals of each plate generate $25 for the Power Play Grant Program, which funds youth programs in park and recreation agencies throughout Illinois. The goal of the Power Play program is to increase the number of opportunities designed to show youth the lifelong benefits of fitness, health and nutrition. To apply for your Park District Youth License Plate, contact the Illinois Secretary of State at 1-800-252-8980. |
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Seeking Volunteers 12/1/2010
North Berwyn Park District is always looking for Volunteers! Positions available include: Classroom Aide, Special Events, 16th Street Theater Production Assistant and More! Click here for positions available! Stop in today for your Volunteer Handbook! |
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