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Bernard Cigrand moved to the Fox Valley in 1913. He was 47 at the time, a prominent dentist who relocated his successful practice to Aurora in 1920. Dr. Cigrand died in 1932, before figuratively returning to the area 70 years later – the Fox Valley Park District’s Blackberry Farm, to be exact – where he… Read More

Press Release – June 4, 2020 Programs begin June 8 at Vaughan, Prisco and Eola centers AURORA – In accordance with Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Restore Illinois approach to safely reopen the state, the Fox Valley Park District is set to begin offering in-person Fox Fitness programs, albeit with a new look and feel. Beginning Monday,… Read More

Jim Oberweis stood on the new, 2,000-square-foot plaza outside of The Barn at Blackberry Farm and surveyed the new amenities. The Illinois 25th District Senator, who sponsored the $50,000 grant awarded to the Fox Valley Park District through the state’s Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunities (DCEO), echoed the sentiments of many. “I think it’s… Read More

Press Release – May 4, 2020 AURORA – In the spirit of delivering programs and activities to its residents, the Fox Valley Park District remains committed to offering recreational opportunities in a virtual capacity during disruptions caused by the pandemic. Shortly after the state’s stay-at-home order, FVPD staff unveiled a variety of online activities, which are… Read More

Call it planting with a purpose. In observation and celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day, the Fox Valley Park District this week planted four young trees at three of its parks. And with each shovel of dirt pitched over their roots came a very specific – and intentional – message, as the community navigates… Read More

I’m the dreamer, he’s the builder. Those are the words of Nick Sargis, the Fox Valley Park District’s performing arts coordinator and technical director. The “he” is Matt Greising, the guy who designs the sets, carves the wood, paints the props … “He does so many things behind the scenes,” Nick says, “that when Matt… Read More

Join the 2020 Census Team Here! Volunteer Opportunity Volunteers needed to visit the ward/neighborhood of your choice on August 25 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.) & September 25 ( 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.).  You can register at www.aurora-il.org/Service. For safety and contact tracing procedures, each person must register individually with a separate email address. It's not… Read More

Stuart Sports Complex is poised to help the local economy recover when we're ready to play ball again. Thanks to our friends at Aurora Area CVB for their partnership in establishing Stuart as a premier youth sports destination.… Read More

Every participant who registers for the Barnyard Dash Virtual 5K will ultimately provide a free meal to a local worker on the frontline of defense against COVID-19. That’s the headline. Here’s the backstory. In the spirit of offering a healthy outlet for residents to enjoy during the “new normal,” staff at Blackberry Farm began brainstorming… Read More

Press Release – March 26, 2020 Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race scratched for third-straight year AURORA – The Fox Valley Park District continues to monitor the COVID-19 crisis, and adhere to recommendations set forth by local, state and federal officials. As a result, FVPD officials have been forced to cancel several upcoming programs and events,… Read More