Enhancing the quality of community life by providing recreation and leisure opportunities.
WE'RE HIRING!
Currently seeking qualified candidates. See full job descriptions and print an application or visit the LIFE Community Center to pick up a paper copy. (Located at 2500 West Sunset Drive, Carbondale, Illinois. Mon-Fri, 12-7pm. 618-549-4222.) Applicants should send resume, completed job application, and two letters of reference to P.O. Box 1326 Carbondale, IL 62903-1326. Carbondale Park District is an equal opportunity employer
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HICKORY RIDGE PUBLIC
GOLF COURSE
One of the most challenging courses in the Southern Illinois Golf Association. Driving range, putting greens, video gaming and slot machines, pro shop, and more. Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course is open daily, 8:30 am - sunset. Reserve your tee time today at http://hickoryridgecarbondale.com
PARKS
Enjoy all of Carbondale Park District's georgous parks. Playgrounds and hiking trails are open. Restrooms and water fountains are unavailable. Please pack drinking water and hand sanitizer. Everyone should practice Social Distancing with anyone not within your household. See more parks details and locations.
Carbondale Park District Response to COVID-19 Coronavirus
The following facilities have reopened with restrictions:
- Childcare: Kids Korner Childcare Center is for students in grades K-5. Licensed by DCFS and accept CCR&R assistance. Qualified teachers. Assistance with e-learning and homework. Meals provided. A fun and safe “play based” environment. Cost is $175 per week. Enroll today at 618-457-7356. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00-5:00pm. Read More>
- Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course: Participants can make online reservations at http://hickoryridgecarbondale.com/tee-times/. Open daily from 7:30 am-7:30 pm. Carts, driving range, putting greens, and Illinois video gaming machines are all available.
- Carbondale Park District Parks: Playgrounds, shelters, and picnic tables are all reopened. Basketball courts, restrooms and water fountains can increase the spread of COVID-19 and are therefore closed to the public. Everyone should practice Social Distancing with anyone not within your household. Rental Information>
Fields and courts (basketball courts and the soccer, softball, and baseball fields) and Super Splash Park remain closed to slow spread of coronavirus within the community.
LOOK WHAT’S NEW:
This is a free community event on March 13 and April 10. Bring lawn chairs. Covid restrictions apply.
Art and ABC's
kids’ art class encourages children to express their creativity and socialize, all while being in a safe learning environment with experienced early childhood educators. Art and ABC’s will be offered for four weeks, March 15 – April 9, meeting each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with drop-off at 9:00 and pick-up at 10:30am. This program meets in the childcare area at LIFE Community Center (formerly Alice
Wright Early Childhood Center). When weather allows, children will meet outdoors in the fenced in playground. Cost is only $68, which includes all art supplies.
Art and ABC’s is one of many new program opportunities Carbondale Park
District is developing to better serve the Carbondale community. They
are calling this new set of programs Learning Tree, where early
childhood education is combined with recreation. Learning Tree
programs are for all the active and creative young community members.
Look for Learning Tree Storytime and Activity videos posted weekly on
Carbondale Park District’s Facebook and Youtube channel.
To better social distance, we will only have a limited number of
participants. Masks are required. Register today and get more
information on Carbondale Park District’s website at www.cpkd.org or
call (618)549-4222.
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Employment - Carbondale Park District - Carbondale, IL
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PRINT APPLICATION We are seeking qualified candidates for the positions listed below. See full job descriptions by clicking on the position. Download an application or visit the LIFE Community Cente...Ashtyn Ward
Fees: Coed League is $525 per team. $100 is due at the Manager's meeting and the fee remainder is due by the first game. A complete roster including names, addresses, and signatures of all team members is required at the time of registration.
Fees: Coed League is $525 per team. $100 is due at the Manager's meeting and the fee remainder is due by the first game. A complete roster including names, addresses, and signatures of all team members is required at the time of registration.
3:00pm Sundays at Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course
April 11, 18, 25, and May 2
$25 per person or $50 per team
Here are some FREE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH coloring pages: documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:2f6ff294-b3c4-4105-98c0-1ce05633ea57
Free Yoga Session
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Carbondale Park District Board Of Commissioners
All board and committee meetings are free and open to the public. Attendance is encouraged!
Meets Monday, March 8, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.
(Remaining 2021 tentative meeting dates: April 12, 2021, May 10, 2021, June 14, 2021, July 12, 2021, August 9, 2021, September 13, 2021, October 11, 2021, November 8, 2021, December 13, 2021)
ZOOM ONLINE MEETING INFORMATION (ALL MEETINGS ARE ONLINE VIA ZOOM):
zoom.us/j/9031181650
OR zoom.us/join
id: 9031181650
PASSWORD-1650
TOLL FREE MEETING LINE-312-626-6799
Evergreen Park1000 W Pleasant Hill RdCarbondale, IL62901 Map
Join us at Evergreen Park for a FAMILY CAMPFIRE! We will be at the Pinetree Shelter and will have campfire treats available for purchase.
This is a free community event on March 13 and April 10. Bring lawn chairs. Covid restrictions apply.
Alice Wright Early Childhood Center2500 W Sunset DrCarbondale, IL62901 Map
Art and ABC’s is a new art program being offered by Carbondale Park District for kids ages 3-5. This designed just for
kids’ art class encourages children to express their creativity and socialize, all while being in a safe learning environment with experienced early childhood educators. Art and ABC’s will be offered for four weeks, March 15 – April 9, meeting each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with drop-off at 9:00 and pick-up at 10:30am. This program meets in the childcare area at LIFE Community Center (formerly Alice
Wright Early Childhood Center). When weather allows, children will meet outdoors in the fenced in playground. Cost is only $68, which includes all art supplies.
Art and ABC’s is one of many new program opportunities Carbondale Park
District is developing to better serve the Carbondale community. They
are calling this new set of programs Learning Tree, where early
childhood education is combined with recreation. Learning Tree
programs are for all the active and creative young community members.
Look for Learning Tree Storytime and Activity videos posted weekly on
Carbondale Park District’s Facebook and Youtube channel.
To better social distance, we will only have a limited number of
participants. Masks are required. Register today and get more
information on Carbondale Park District’s website at www.cpkd.org or
call (618)549-4222.
Carbondale Superblock
This program teaches participants ages 3-5 the fundamentals of softball/baseball including fielding, throwing, running bases, and hitting. Children need to wear closed shoes that they can easily run in; no flip-flops, sandals, or clogs. $36 Resident, $45 for Non resident
Softball League - Managers Meeting
Carbondale Superblock601 S. Marion St.Carbondale, IL62901 Map
Join the Park District's Coed 2021 Softball League! Managers meeting April 7 @ 6:00pm. League play begins April 14. Rosters are available at the LIFE Community Center or our website cpkd.org/ League plays on Wednesday nights. Games are officiated according to A.S.A. rules with local exemptions adopted. The season ends with a tournament to crown the League Champion. Not a player? Everyone is welcome to watch. Concessions available. Covid restrictions apply.
Fees: Coed League is $525 per team. $100 is due at the Manager's meeting and the fee remainder is due by the first game. A complete roster including names, addresses, and signatures of all team members is required at the time of registration.
Carbondale Superblock601 S. Marion St.Carbondale, IL62901 Map
SPRING 2021 YOUTH SOCCER. Join us for a three session mini-season. Ages 4 – 14. Saturday, April 10, 17, & 24. 1:00 – 3:00 pm. $25
Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course
Join the all new BAGS & BURGERS LEAGUE!!!!
3:00pm Sundays at Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course
April 11, 18, 25, and May 2
$25 per person or $50 per team
N Parrish Ln, Carbondale, IL 62901, United States Map
This clinic introduces children ages 3-5 to soccer by helping them become familiar with moving with the ball at their feet and developing coordination and balance. A perfect program for kids who are brand new to soccer! Each class, kids participate in a variety of age appropriate activities that will get them excited about playing soccer while interacting with other kids to become more confident in a group environment. Children need to wear closed shoes that they can easily run in; no flip-flops, sandals, or clogs. $36.00 (Resident) $45.00 (Non-resident)
Carbondale Park District Board Of Commissioners
All board and committee meetings are free and open to the public. Attendance is encouraged!
Meets Monday, April 12, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.
(Remaining 2021 tentative meeting dates: May 10, 2021, June 14, 2021, July 12, 2021, August 9, 2021, September 13, 2021, October 11, 2021, November 8, 2021, December 13, 2021)
ZOOM ONLINE MEETING INFORMATION (ALL MEETINGS ARE ONLINE VIA ZOOM):
zoom.us/j/9031181650
OR zoom.us/join
id: 9031181650
PASSWORD-1650
TOLL FREE MEETING LINE-312-626-6799
Life Community Center2500 W. SunsetCarbondale, IL62901 Map
This program will teach archery basics and proper shooting techniques. Participants experience a safe, fun, and well-balanced introduction to recreational and competitive archery. Learn the proper way to handle and shoot a bow and arrow. Equipment is provided. $40.00 (Resident)
$50.00 (Non-resident)
Carbondale Superblock601 S. Marion St.Carbondale, IL62901 Map
Join the Park District's Coed 2021 Softball League! Managers meeting April 7 @ 6:00pm. League play begins April 14. Rosters are available at the LIFE Community Center or our website cpkd.org/ League plays on Wednesday nights. Games are officiated according to A.S.A. rules with local exemptions adopted. The season ends with a tournament to crown the League Champion. Not a player? Everyone is welcome to watch. Concessions available. Covid restrictions apply.
Fees: Coed League is $525 per team. $100 is due at the Manager's meeting and the fee remainder is due by the first game. A complete roster including names, addresses, and signatures of all team members is required at the time of registration.
Evergreen Park1205 W Pleasant Hill RdCarbondale, IL Map
Join us at Evergreen Park Jaycee Field for a HOME RUN DERBY! $10 for 10 swings. $5 for 5 extra. Bring a cooler and a chair! Register by calling 618-549-4222.
Carbondale Park District Board Of Commissioners
All board and committee meetings are free and open to the public. Attendance is encouraged!
Meets Monday, May 10, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.
(Remaining 2021 tentative meeting dates: June 14, 2021, July 12, 2021, August 9, 2021, September 13, 2021, October 11, 2021, November 8, 2021, December 13, 2021)
ZOOM ONLINE MEETING INFORMATION (ALL MEETINGS ARE ONLINE VIA ZOOM):
zoom.us/j/9031181650
OR zoom.us/join
id: 9031181650
PASSWORD-1650
TOLL FREE MEETING LINE-312-626-6799
Carbondale Park District Board Of Commissioners
All board and committee meetings are free and open to the public. Attendance is encouraged!
Meets Monday, June 14, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.
(Remaining 2021 tentative meeting dates: July 12, 2021, August 9, 2021, September 13, 2021, October 11, 2021, November 8, 2021, December 13, 2021)
ZOOM ONLINE MEETING INFORMATION (ALL MEETINGS ARE ONLINE VIA ZOOM):
zoom.us/j/9031181650
OR zoom.us/join
id: 9031181650
PASSWORD-1650
TOLL FREE MEETING LINE-312-626-6799
