A Message from the President...

Dear Residents,
In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday it makes me reflect on things for that I am grateful. One thing that I really appreciate is when I hear about all the good things happening at the Lemont Park District from local residents. Whether it’s how much someone is enjoying the Preschool program or how great The CORE Fitness & Aquatic Complex is, I am constantly approached with positive comments.

I also find myself very thankful for being able to assist the great community of Lemont regarding their leisure and recreational needs. This past October the District was very pleased to unveil a brand new Preschool Playground located near Centennial Community Center. This much anticipated play area was able to come to fruition with the help from a local resident donation.

With a variety of fun programs and exciting events offered throughout the Winter and Spring, residents are sure to find something of interest. Back by popular demand, the Frigid 5K will kick off at 8 a.m. on Sunday, December 18th. Runners of all ages, shapes and sizes will bundle up and make their way through a brisk Centennial Campus! Our annual Breakfast with Santa will follow this event at Centennial Community Center.

There doesn’t seem to be a day that goes by when I don’t hear about The CORE and all it’s offerings. Opened two years this December, the facility continues to exceed expectations and for that, I am extremely grateful. Currently the membership base is over 3,000 not including an extraordinary amount of weekly guests and visitors. Not only do members come to The CORE to get their workout in, guests flock to The CORE for FREE Family Fun Nights, the much-loved H2O Egg-venture, Daddy Daughter Date Night
and Mom & Son Night. Youth Basketball leagues, over 60 fitness classes per week, Dolphin Swim meets, and much more all take place at the center of The Lemont Park District – The CORE.

In closing I would like to mention a 23 year-old resident that really stands out as I reflect on all the positive feedback. This young man contacted the Lemont Park District CORE staff to express his gratitude for the facility. After struggling with his weight for several years, he made a goal and stuck to it; working out many hours at The CORE enabled him to lose over 100 lbs. He felt comfortable and taken care of and really loves the equipment and the center as a whole. What a great achievement. With that in mind, it’s time for us to THANK our CORE Members. We are pleased to announce CORE Rewards – Member’s Only Benefits. This special program has been designed to show our appreciation to CORE Members by offering them such perks as special fitness program discounts, premium guest pass pricing and refer-a-friend bonuses. Visit LemontParkDistrict.org or contact The CORE front desk for more information on CORE Rewards.

Thank you once again for letting me be of service to you and I look forward to a bright new year!

On Behalf of the Lemont Park Board,

Patrick Sexton, President
At the CORE of the Community since 1966