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Palatine Park District is a separate municipal governing agency established for the purpose of providing parks, facilities and recreational programs for the community. PPD Facebook Posting Guidelines
Updated November 15, 2012

Palatine Park District welcomes you to our page. This site is intended to provide information for those interested in the Palatine Park District and its related services. While comments and interaction with the page are encouraged, this is a moderated online discussion site and not a public forum. Comments left on this page will be monitored and removed if not in compliance with the Guidelines. For urgent matters or concerns, please contact Ben Rea, Executive Director, at 847-496-6236 or [email protected]. Facebook Posting Guidelines

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• Posts that otherwise violate Facebook’s Statement of Rights and Responsibilities. Palatine Park District reserves the right to remove any post at any time for any reason. If a portion of a post is inappropriate, the entire post will be deleted.

Here's Johnny!Calling all Stephen King fans, The Shining is heading toCutting Hall Performing Arts Center  this Friday, ...
10/22/2026

Here's Johnny!

Calling all Stephen King fans, The Shining is heading toCutting Hall Performing Arts Center this Friday, October 23! Different from our previous Fall Flicks, this movie won't start until 9PM so get cozy for a longer movie night.

Please by advised, this film is Rated R (ages 18+), it is not appropriate for all audiences.

We hope to see you there for our final Fall Flick of the year!

🦃🍂 IT’S TIME TO TROT! Start your Thanksgiving morning with a little movement, a lot of fun, and a holiday tradition you ...
10/22/2026

🦃🍂 IT’S TIME TO TROT!

Start your Thanksgiving morning with a little movement, a lot of fun, and a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss! 🧡🍁

Join us at Harper College for the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot! Whether you’re taking on the 2-mile, 5-mile, or Sammy Scurry for the kids, everyone can join in the fun!

🦃 Gather your family and friends! 🍂 It's Time to Trot!
Register today using the link in our bio or in the comments!

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🎃👻 HALLOWEEN FUN AWAITS! 🕸️Have you registered for our Halloween Party yet? 🎃 Time slots are filling up fast, so don’t w...
10/22/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN FUN AWAITS! 🕸️

Have you registered for our Halloween Party yet? 🎃 Time slots are filling up fast, so don’t wait to grab your spot! 🧡

Join us for a spooktacular time featuring: 📚 Storytime with Palatine Library District 🎨 A Halloween craft 🧟 Monster Mash dance party 🍬 Trick-or-treat trail 🎯 Games & activities 📸 Halloween photo ops ✨ And SO much more!

Registration deadline is October 30!

🎃 Don’t miss out on all the Halloween fun! 👻 Click the link in our bio or check the comments to register today! 🧡

🍂🍞 It’s Sourdough Season! 🥖✨From pasta to pecans, discover a new twist on a baking classic! 👩‍🍳 Get hands-on instruction...
10/16/2026

🍂🍞 It’s Sourdough Season! 🥖✨

From pasta to pecans, discover a new twist on a baking classic! 👩‍🍳 Get hands-on instruction with our exciting series of sourdough classes led by professional baker Maricela Gonzalez!

What’s on the menu? Sourdough Pasta, Candied Pecans, Sourdough Coffee Cake, and Sourdough Holiday Scones.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting your sourdough journey, there’s something delicious waiting for you!

📣 Ready to get baking? Register for a Palatine Park District sourdough class today!

🔗 Click the link in our bio or check the comments for details!

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🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Traditions! 🍂🦃Turkey 🦃, stuffing 🥘, pumpkin pie 🥧… and a morning run or walk! Make our Thanksgiving morn...
10/16/2026

🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Traditions! 🍂🦃

Turkey 🦃, stuffing 🥘, pumpkin pie 🥧… and a morning run or walk!

Make our Thanksgiving morning Turkey Trot at Harper College part of your tradition! 🧡

Choose from 2-Miles, 5-Miles, and Sammy Scurry — a fun race just for the kids!

Gather your family, bring your friends, and kick off Thanksgiving with some fresh air, fitness, and fun! 🍁🍁

You'll be glad you did! 🙌

🔗 Sign up today! See the registration link in our bio or the comments.

🏈 CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS WEEK’S PALATINE PLAYMAKERS! 🏈Our Playmakers were selected from our Youth Flag Football League ...
10/16/2026

🏈 CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS WEEK’S PALATINE PLAYMAKERS! 🏈

Our Playmakers were selected from our Youth Flag Football League for showing what it means to be a great teammate, demonstrate growth, and display outstanding sportsmanship! 🙌

👏 Help us congratulate this week’s Palatine Playmakers! Drop a comment to celebrate these amazing athletes! 💙

Presented by: Chrissy Possemato-J & C Homes Team, Fulton Grace

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Hey you guys! 📣The hunt is on for Pirate One-Eyed Willy's treasure this Friday, October 16th because The Goonies is play...
10/15/2026

Hey you guys! 📣

The hunt is on for Pirate One-Eyed Willy's treasure this Friday, October 16th because The Goonies is playing at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center! ☠

Join us before 6PM and make sure to bring your own treasure hunting crew!

Get your tickets today through the link in our bio! 🎟🔗

🎃👻 It’s time for pumpkins, Monster Mash dance parties, and trick-or-treat trails! Get ready for some fun at the Palatine...
10/13/2026

🎃👻 It’s time for pumpkins, Monster Mash dance parties, and trick-or-treat trails!

Get ready for some fun at the Palatine Park District's Halloween Party at Community Center! 🧡

Recommended for little ghouls and goblins ages 2–8!

Register now! Choose your one-hour time slot and get ready for a spooktacular time! Some time slots may already be full, so don’t wait!

🔗 Head to the comments to register!

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Get ready to trust the process!We're back with some Visual Arts classes your young artists won't want to miss! 🎨🖌Taking ...
10/12/2026

Get ready to trust the process!

We're back with some Visual Arts classes your young artists won't want to miss! 🎨🖌

Taking place in Community Center (250 E Wood St) in Room 2A, we've got:

🎨 Designed By Me

✏ Cartoon Drawing

👨‍🎨 Aspiring Artist 👩‍🎨

Make sure to sign up before it's too late (these classes begin on October 28)!

🚨 Birchwood Recreation Center Facility Update 🚨The Illinois Avenue entrance/parking lot will be closed Monday, October 1...
10/11/2026

🚨 Birchwood Recreation Center Facility Update 🚨

The Illinois Avenue entrance/parking lot will be closed Monday, October 12 and Tuesday, October 13 for resurfacing. Please use the Peregrine Drive entrance and park in the south lot.

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250 E Wood Street
Palatine, IL
60067

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