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Look here for BTPD Events or call us at 815/933-9905. For brochure information on all upcoming BTPD programs and events, click here.

What's New at the Bourbonnais Township Park District...

Dog Day Afternoon
Don't miss out on this special event deticated to man's (and woman's) best friend. Dog Day Afternoon features booths with dog experts who can aswer all your questions about your canine companion. Prizes, raffles, free gifts and doggie treats of all kinds will be on hand. The event will also feature dog treat hunt, flyball course, obstacle course, costume contest, Bling Bling doggie fashion show, the Midwest Jack Russell Terrier Club races and much more. Park leash law and curbing law will be strictly enforced. Please remember for you and your dogs safety to comply with these rules.

Ages: All Ages Welcome
Date: Sunday, May 20
Time: 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Location: Perry Farm Park; 459 Kennedy Drive in Bourbonnais
Fee: $1.00 per person, doggies are free!

New Pony born at Perry Farm!
Name: Sunshine
Gender: Female
Born: Monday, March 30, 2007
Mother's Name: Misty



 

A Magical Dream Fair
Check out this family evevt that is turning the Perry Farm Park into a Magical Dream Fair full of fantasic and fanciful features and preformances. Children can partake in games, crafts, hayrides, face painting, petting zoo and pony rides. Meadowfair will also feature stilt walkers, balloon artists, inflatable bouncers, jousting, barrel train, karate & dance demonstrations and special performances from Amazing Animals by Samantha and Sparkles Magic Show.

Date: Saturday, June 2
Times: 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location: Perry Farm Park
459 Kennedy Drive (Route 45)
Bourbonnais, IL 60914


Event Admission: $1.00 per peson
(children 2 and younger are admitted free)
Tickets are required for attractions and rides.
Tickets are $0.50 each or unlimited attraction wristbands are $10.00 each.

All proceeds benefit Exploration Station...a children's museum. For more information on Meadowfair please contact the Bourbonnais Township Park District at (815) 933-9905.

After Meadowfair, stick around for...

The Silhouettes 25th
Anniversary Concert!

This special concert in the park will have family friendly attractions and carnival games going on prior to the start of the concert featuring an inflatable bouncer, kids games, concessions, raffles and door prizes. All ages are welcome. All procees from the concert go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation!

Date: Saturday, June 2
Times: Band begins playing at 8:00 p.m.
Location: Perry Farm Park
459 N. Kennedy Drive (Route 45)
Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Fee: FREE-$5.00 per person suggested donation
All donations will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

For more information please call (815) 933-9905.

Perry Farm Kite Festival dates have changed! The event will now be held Saturday and Sunday, June 16 & 17, 2007 at the Perry Farm Park. Please mark your calenders and save the date!

Willowhaven Interpretive Center is open weekdays 9 am-3 pm,
Saturdays 9 am-12 pm and Sundays 12-4 pm. Check out more infromation about the Willowhaven Interpretive Center.

Generations of Pride: African-Americans in Illinois is the newest traveling exhibit at Exploration Station...a children's museum. This exhibit will be on display April 13-June 13 featuring the history of African-Americans in Illinois from the 1700's to the Present.

Summer Concert Series
Tuesday nights come alive at the Perry Farm Park with the sounds of the best in local and Chicagoland entertainers. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends and family to the park for this exciting concert series. Snacks and refreshments will be available at the concession stand. Please remember to park in designated parking lots. In order to continue to offer the highest quality preformers at the Summer Concert Series, we are asking for a $2.00 per person donation.

2007 Featured Entertainers
June 26 - Kings of Dixieland

July 3 - Big Guitars from Memphis (Country)
July 10 - BBI (50's through today)
July 17 - The Ragtops (50's & 60's)
July 24 - R-Gang (Motown/R&B)
July 31 - Spoken Four (70's through today)

Concert Times: 7:00 p.m. Start
Location: Perry Farm Park Large Gazebo
Fee: FREE - $2.00 per person suggested donation

For more information on our summer concert series, please contact us at (815) 933-9905.

Please remember that when you visit our facilities to have your photo identification with you. Our staff is diligent in maintaining the safety of our program participants and visitors and we appreciate your cooperation.

 

The Board meeting minutes are found on the Park District Administration page for your information and review.

The Bourbonnais Township Park District is committed to providing outstanding parks, facilities and leisure opportunities utilizing the environmental, historical and educational resources of the community as well as dedicated staff, sound management and community involvement. This is our mission and the Board and Staff take it seriously and strive to do their best to deliver the services contained in the message to our community.

The District serves the residents of Bradley, Bourbonnais and unincorporated areas of the Bourbonnais Township and offers many and varied programs each year for all ages including classes, sports leagues, trips and special events.

Bourbonnais Township Park District Administrative Offices are located on the Perry Farm Park in the Perry Farm House at 459 North Kennedy Drive in Bourbonnais. Information regarding the Park District and any of its facilities can be obtained by calling 815-933-9905, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thanks for stopping by and we hope you enjoy our web site!

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Perry Farm Kite Festival



June 16 & 17, 2007

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