Now that the random survey conducted by Northern Illinois University Center for Governmental Studies is complete, we'd like your thoughts. Please consider taking our survey. Your input will be used to help us create our Comprehensive Masterplan for the next five years. Take me to the survey Llévame a la encuesta… Read more…
Mundelein School of Dance competes at Hall of Fame Nationals
Congratulations to our Mundelein School of Dance Company dancers. They finished out their dance season this week competing at Hall of Fame Nationals. Hall of Fame Nationals 2021 Results: Diamonds Are a Girls Best Friend - Sarah Georgescu - Teen Musical Theater Solo - Judge's Showmanship Award - Platinum -5th Overall Kings and Queens -… Read more…
June Director Update
Find out about our special Phase Fun program which includes free drawings for big prizes and fun scratch-off cards. Learn about the changes at Diamond Lake Beach and our lifeguard hiring initiative. Our Freedom Classic 5k is back in person as we celebrate its' 42nd year this July 4th. Mundelein Park & Recreation District's Ron… Read more…
Algae Bloom advisory for Diamond Lake
Lake County Health Department has collected samples on Diamond Lake as there is an active blue-green algae bloom. It is recommended that lake users avoid contact with water that: • Looks like spilled, green, or blue-green paint • Has surface scums, mats, or films; • Has a blue or green crust at the shoreline; •… Read more…
Community update regarding Aquatics Hours of Operation
Lifeguard Shortage Prompts Reduced Weekday Hours at Diamond Lake Beach Starting Monday, June 14, Mundelein’s Diamond Lake Beach will be closed Mondays through Thursdays and open only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. “A shortage of lifeguards in communities throughout the U.S. this summer is forcing many public pools to close altogether and beaches to go… Read more…
Phase Fun Winners!
Thanks to everyone who participated in Phase Fun! Here are the winners of the drawings. Enter our Phase Fun drawing for fabulous prizes including: A Day at the Bay: 4 day-passes to Barefoot Bay (WINNER: Samantha M.) Free 3-month pass to Fitness Center (WINNER: Karl H.) Free 1 year pass to Fitness Center (WINNER: Laure… Read more…
Splash into Summer event rescheduled
Due to predicted low temperatures, our Splash into Summer event at Barefoot Bay Aquatic Center has been rescheduled for our rain date of June 4, 3-10 pm. Read more…
Updated Guideline on Face-coverings
Please note: We will be updating this post as we get further guidance from the CDC and IDPH. We thank you for your patience and understanding and look forward to opening up more fully. Currently, Lake County is categorized as “Substantial” in COVID-19 transmission levels. Therefore, in an effort to slow the spread and prevent… Read more…
Aquatics Restore Illinois Bridge Phase Mitigations
https://youtu.be/H1H7IBRu5LA Mundelein Park & Recreation District set capacity limits and safety mitigations in accordance with guidelines set forth by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). Mitigations are subject to change based on state guidelines. As of May 13, the following protocols are in effect: Barefoot Bay 60% capacity updated hourly on Rainout Line Separate… Read more…
Mundelein Park District Launches Improved Website
Mundelein Park & Recreation District debuted its new website with a fresh look on Friday, May 7. The new site is designed for improved functionality and ease of use on mobile. In the works for over a year, staff, led by Marketing Manager Christa Lawrence, selected Weblinx, Inc, an Illinois design studio to create the… Read more…
