While a medical professional is the best option for a person in need, it’s often the Good Samaritans and other first responders who help keep a patient stable until professional help arrives. This fall, the Glen Ellyn Park District is offering classes for ages 15 and up that will teach CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), how and when to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) device, and general First Aid. Skills learned will help attendees know how to handle the situation if a person near them is having a heart attack, or if the person is the victim of a bone fracture, a burn, or other medical emergency. Read More »
We’re offering free Platform Tennis clinics on Friday, September 20th to introduce new players to rules, techniques, and strategies of the sport! Taught by some of the area’s top professionals, the clinics will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. for juniors (ages 6-17), 6 to 7 p.m. for women, and 7 to 8 p.m. for men at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave, Glen Ellyn. Advanced registration is required at www.gepark.org/register. Read More »
While kids look forward to an extra vacation day from school, it’s important that they make good use of their time off. On Columbus Day (Monday, October 14th), the Glen Ellyn Park District will offer camp sessions that provide fun activities and athletic challenges for kids during their short break. Read More »
