<< November 2010 >>

Upcoming IPRA Events for November

Early Childhood Trends Workshop

Date: Nov 6, 2010 - Nov 6, 2010 09:00 AM
Location: Downers Grove Park District, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove
Contact: Toni Tellefsen (ttellefsen@dgparks.org)
Contact Phone: 630-963-1300

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This session will offer the following two sessions as well as a networking break:
Understanding the Child with Autism, Presented by Brian Houzenga, CTRS, SEASPAR
What Can My Yound English Language Learners Do in English? Presented by Tammy King, Bilingual Teacher from Illinois Resource Center.
Downers Grove Park District, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove, IL Contact: Toni Tellefsen 630-963-1300

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2010 PDS: The Amazing Race for Success

Date: Nov 14, 2010 - Nov 17, 2010 02:30 PM
Location: Decatur Conference Center and Hotel
Contact: Mike Toohey (mtoohey@lisleparkdistrict.org)
Contact Phone: 630-353-4305

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Mark your calendars now for this AMAZING event! Early registration deadline has been extended to October 1; regular registration deadline is October 29.

IF REGISTERING FOR THE DOUBLE ROOM, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR ROOMMATE PREFERENCE TO DINA@ILIPRA.ORG. IF NO PREFERENCE IS RECEIVED YOU WILL BE PAIRED WITH A PARTICIPANT OF THE SAME GENDER.

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SPRA Showcase

Date: Nov 16, 2010 - Nov 16, 2010 08:45 AM
Location: Des Plaines Park District, Prairie Lakes Community Center,515 E. Thacker Street
Contact: Jessica Gray (jgray@obparks.org)
Contact Phone: 630-645-9580

The Suburban Park and Recreation Association’s Annual Showcase is a great opportunity for you to preview prospective acts, get information from vendors and share ideas with other recreation professionals. Each attendee will receive a detailed program/reference booklet with complete information about all performers, exhibitors and book listings. With 16 jury-selected performers and over 75 exhibitors, there is no reason to come away empty handed! Schedule 8:45am – Check in/Breakfast 9:00am – Performances11:30am – 1:00pm-Lunch/Exhibit Hall 1:00 – 2:30pm – Performances Registration Fees SPRA Member - $18 IPRA Member - $23 Non Members - $28 *Boxed lunch included in fee Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 3, 2010 Registration questions contact: Jessica Gray at 630-645-9580, or jgray@obparks.org.

SPRA Meeting

Date: Nov 17, 2010 - Nov 17, 2010 02:00 PM
Location: Bartlett Park District,700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett
Contact: AJ Collier (acollier@bartlettparks.org)
Contact Phone: 630-540-4839

Get involved, join us for our next meeting. SPRA... it does a professional good! Networking, fun & more!

IPRA Board of Directors Business Meeting

Date: Nov 18, 2010 - Nov 18, 2010 10:00 AM
Location: IPRA Headquarters, 1815 S. Meyers Rd., Suite 400, Oakbrook Terrace
Contact: Mike Selep (mike@ilipra.org)
Contact Phone: 630-376-1911

The IPRA Board of Directors meets six to eight times per year to discuss the business of the Association. All BOD Business Meetings are open to the membership and members are encouraged to attend.

C&M Section Awards Luncheon

Date: Nov 20, 2010 - Nov 20, 2010 01:00 PM
Location: Elk Grove Park District, 499 Biesterfield Rd., Elk Grove Village
Contact: Kathleen Talenco (ktalenco@gepark.org)
Contact Phone: 630-858-2462

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Early Chilhood Committee Meeting

Date: Dec 10, 2010 - Dec 10, 2010 01:00 PM
Location: Oswegoland Park District, South Point Center, 810 Preston Lane, Oswego, IL
Contact: Cheryl Keilson (ckeilson@oswegolandpd.org)
Contact Phone: 630-554-4484

The committee meets monthly with meetings for approximately two hours. In addition to planning events and workshops, the committee uses this opportunity to network and discuss issues, questions and concerns pertaining to preschool and early childhood programs. Come and join this active, fun and supportive committee! RSVP by Dec. 7th to Cheryl.

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