MPRD Press
Want to learn more about the Mundelein Park & Recreation District? Wondering what’s been going on this past month, or throughout the year? Visit this page for announcements regarding upcoming stories and photo opportunities, as well as for a look at our press releases and information about the Park District in the media.
| 2024 Press Releases and Park District Information | |
| December 18, 2024 | Mundelein Parks Awarded $600,000 OSLAD Grant for Community Park Improvements |
| October 31, 2024 | Recreation Center Renamed in Park Board Commissioner’s Honor |
| August 20, 2024 | Park District Announces Planning Process for Diamond Lake Recreation Center, Beach & Boat Launch |
| August 19, 2024 | New Location for Mundelein Art Festival |
| July 1, 2024 | Public Feedback for Community Park |
| May 20, 2024 | Lucky Duck Day at Barefoot Bay |
| April 8, 2024 | Meat Raffle FUN-raiser |
| February 15, 2024 | Park District Employees Honored at Annual Recognition Event |
| January 30, 2024 | Mundelein’s Inclusive Playground Project Receives Remaining Funding Through OSLAD Grant |
| January 22, 2024 | Long-Time Mundelein Resident Appointed to Park Board Vacancy |
| January 4, 2024 | GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award |
| 2023 Press Releases and Park District Information | |
| December 12, 2023 | Park District Amenities Featured in Senator’s 30 Wonders of the 30th District |
| December 11, 2023 | Park District Board Members Recognized for Service |
| December 4, 2023 | MPRD Receives Distinguished Accreditation Award |
| September 11, 2023 | Park District Welcomes New Superintendent of Recreation & Facilities Services |
| August 24, 2023 | Mundelein Arts Festival- updated |
| May 15, 2023 | Dancers Shine at Spring Competitions |
| May 8, 2023 | AlI-Inclusive Playground |
| March 16, 2023 | 2023 Excellence in Financial Reporting |
| March 6, 2023 | Longmeadow Park OSLAD Grant |
| February 2, 2023 | Employees of the Year 2023 |
| 2022 Press Releases and Park District Information | |
| October 24, 2022 | Fitness Center launches new IC6 cycles and classes |
| August 22, 2022 | 2022 Mundelein Arts Festival |
| May 27, 2022 | Girl Scout Project Benefits Mundelein Park |
| April 11, 2022 | Starguard Awards for Mundelein Aquatic Facilities |
| April 6, 2022 | Hall of Fame Dance Challenge |
| March 24, 2022 | Art Festival Call for Artists-Early Bird |
| March 14, 2022 | Excellence in Financial Reporting |
| March 7, 2022 | Employees of the Year 2021 |
| February 2, 2022 | 2022 Agency Showcase Awards |
| 2021 Press Releases and Park District Information | |
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| November 1, 2021 | IAPD 2021 Best of Best Awards |
| September 29, 2021 | Local HMHB Participant Represents Illinois at PGA HOPE National Golf and Wellness Week |
| August 23, 2021 | Mundelein Arts Festival Celebrates 10th Year |
| July 14, 2021 | Dance Hall of Fame Nationals |
| June 21, 2021 | Phase Fun has begun at Mundelein Park District |
| June 8, 2021 | Board of Commissioners Elect New Officers |
| June 1, 2021 | Barefoot Bay Water Park Reopens |
| May 11, 2021 | Park District Launches Improved Website |
| March 23, 2021 | GFOA Exellence in Financial Reporting |
| February 4, 2021 | Dolan Recognized for State-Wide Service |
| February 2, 2021 | Employees of the Year 2020 |
| 2020 Press Releases and Park District Information | |
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| October 28, 2020 | IAPD Power of Parks Award |
| August 7, 2020 | Connecting Children to Learning and Fun |
| August 3, 2020 | The Show Must Go On! |
| July 6, 2020 | Park District Receives Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies Grant |
| June 15, 2020 | New Book Benefits Parents and Park Foundation |
| June 4, 2020 | Freedom Classic 5K Goes Virtual |
| April 28, 2020 | Park Districts Employee Guest on National Podcast |
| April 21, 2020 | New Park District Executive Director Announced |
| April 2, 2020 | Park District Offers Virtual Activities |
| March 11, 2020 | Margaret Resnick Retiring |
| February 24, 2020 | Ortega Elected to Board |
| February 7, 2020 | Commissioner of the Year and Showcase Awards |
| January 29, 2020 | Friday Hero Workouts |
| January 21, 2020 | Employees of the Year |
| 2019 Press Releases and Park District Information | |
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| December 31, 2019 | Excellence in Financial Reporting |
| December 23, 2019 | January 3 Job Fair |
| November 11, 2019 | Park District Dancers to Perform in Nationally Televised Parade |
| October 23, 2019 | Mundelein Community Center Open House |
| October 17, 2019 | Boo Bash 2019 |
| September 30. 2019 | Doggy Trick-or-Treat |
| August 27, 2019 | Chase the Moon |
| August 12, 2019 | Mundelein Arts Festival 2019 |
| July 17, 2019 | STAND UP Award |
| June 17, 2019 | 40th Freedom Classic |
| June 12, 2019 | NovaCare to Community Center |
| May 29, 2019 | Big Wheel Race + Movie In The Park |
| May 21, 2019 | Beach Bash |
| April 30, 2019 | Holcomb Park Ribbon Cutting |
| April 1, 2019 | New Logo |
| March 13, 2019 | Egg Hunt & Flashlight Egg Scramble |
| March 7, 2019 | Commissioner Ortega to Serve on Statewide Board |
| February 11, 2019 | Park Grants |
| February 5, 2019 | State Conference Awards |
| January 22, 2019 | Employees of the year |
| January 14, 2019 | Excellence in Financial Reporting |
Additional Information
If you’re a member of the media and would like us to notify you of upcoming news, special events or programs, let us know. Or, for any questions, additional information, or if you need a quote, contact Christa Lawrence, Marketing Manager, at 847.388.5455 (clawrence@mundeleinparks.org).
