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February top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

It can be challenging for parents of the youngest children to keep up with upcoming events at the library, and around town, new picture books, music, and helpful apps. That’s why the Youth Services department makes monthly recommendations for things of interest for children ages five years old and younger and their families. We hope you […].

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S7 Episode 05: Operations - What's New in Staffing and Technology

ParkTalk podcast

Staff recruiting and retention initiatives are discussed in addition to technology enhancements that help connect patrons in our parks and facilities across the District. Guests: Katie Sepe, Director of Human Resources; Omar Sandoval, Director of Information Technology Staff recruiting and retention initiatives are discussed in addition to technology enhancements that help connect patrons in our parks and facilities across the District.

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How One Man (And His Family) Changed the Culture of a Community — Episode 032

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

When Derwin Hannah moved from South Carolina to Baltimore, Maryland, 22 years ago, he couldn’t help but notice that things weren’t the way they should be. He noticed that the kids were playing in the street and that the local park, ABC Park, was being overrun with criminal activity and not being cared for. Derwin, who grew up in a large family of 10, wanted the kids in this Baltimore community to have the chance of experiencing the childhood that he had — a chance to play, a chance to feel a sen

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S7 Episode 06: Partnerships and Progress

ParkTalk podcast

Community cooperation that makes District programs and events happen, program growth and new programs in 2018 and 2019 are discussed. Guests: Brad Wilson, Director of Recreation; Andrea Coates, Superintendent of Recreation Community cooperation that makes District programs and events happen, program growth and new programs in 2018 and 2019 are discussed.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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S7 Episode 04: Fort Hill Activity Center

ParkTalk podcast

Two and a half years in to the Fort Hill facility’s operations, the staff reflects on its success, previews emerging programs and highlights the expansion planned for 2019. Guests: Sue Nance, Superintendent of Facilities; Kristina McGrath, Fitness Manager Two and a half years in to the Fort Hill facility’s operations, the staff reflects on its success, previews emerging programs and highlights the expansion planned for 2019.

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S7 Episode 03: Parks and Golf

ParkTalk podcast

Environmental initiatives and sustainability of parks and golf operations are discussed in addition to progress relative to the golf master plan. Guests: Kevin Finnegan, Director of Parks; Carl Gorra, Parks and Fleet Operations Manager; Tim Dunn, Naperbrook Head Golf Professional Environmental initiatives and sustainability of parks and golf operations are discussed in addition to progress relative to the golf master plan.

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S7 Episode 01: Introduction to the 2019 State of the Naperville Park District Address

ParkTalk podcast

An introduction to the podcast’s theme of “connecting the community” in addition to a brief look back at 2018 and a look forward to 2019 sets the stage for this podcast series. Guests: Mike Reilly, Park Board President; Ray McGury, Executive Director An introduction to the podcast’s theme of “connecting the community” in addition to a brief look back at 2018 and a look forward to 2019 sets the stage for this podcast series.

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