Unplug Illinois Day

On Saturday, July 10, 2021, Unplug Illinois Day, gets people throughout Illinois to ditch their electronic devices and plugged into fun and activities at local park and recreation agencies. Resources to Help You Unplug

Park Party – Frankfort

Lakeview Estates South Park Madeline Lane and Lakeview Estates Road, Frankfort

Join LWSRA and the Frankfort Park District for a free party in the park! This event is free so come out, unplug and enjoy beautiful Lakeview Estates South Park.

Free

Grand Opening – Leigh Creek South Park

LWSRC 1900 Heather Glen Dr, New Lenox, IL, United States

Join us for the Grand Opening of our newest park, Leigh Creek South Park. Attendees must register at the link below. The park is located in Heatherglen Subdivision off of Heatherglen Drive, adjacent to Lincolnway Special Recreation Association. The park features an all-inclusive playground, adaptive softball field, basketball court, turf court games, two shelters and walking paths. Lunch will be provided at this event. Registration deadline is Thursday, July 8. Attendees must register with the New Lenox Community Park District: https://www.newlenoxparks.org/events/leigh-creek-south-park-grand-opening  

Fall 2021 Registration Begins

The Fall 2021 Brochure will be available online the first week of August. Online registration opens at 9am on Saturday, August 7th. If you need assistance registering online, please contact us using the form below or call 815.320.3500 (9am-12pm on August 7th). The office will be open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm to assist with other registration questions or needs.

LWSR Foundation 13th Annual Golf Outing

The Sanctuary Golf Course 485 N Marley Rd, New Lenox, IL, United States

The 13th Annual Lincolnway Special Recreation Foundation Golf Outing returns on Friday, August 13th! Sponsorship opportunities are available. Golfer spots are sold out for the August 13th outing, however spaces are still available for the Friday, August 20th outing on the Links at Carillon. Sponsorship opportunities are available for both outings starting at just $75. As a special, sponsor one outing and you will receive a code to continue your sponsorship for the other outing at half price! (*excludes complimentary foursomes). Click here to register or Sponsor the 13th Annual Golf Outing.   Check-in: 9:30am Coffee, donuts and complimentary driving range and putting green available until shotgun start. Shotgun Start: 11:00am 18 holes of golf, contests on the course, hot dog lunch to-go at the turn and complimentary beverage carts included. Dinner: 4:30pm Pork chop dinner (outdoor seating), contest hole and raffle prize winners announced. Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the event with prizes to be raffled following dinner. 

$35

LWSRF On the Links Golf Outing

Links at Carillon 21200 S Carillon Dr, Plainfield

The 1Lincolnway Special Recreation Foundation is excited to announce its second golf outing in 2021, LWSRF On the Links. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Sponsorship opportunities are available for both outings starting at just $75. As a special, sponsor one outing and you will receive a code to continue your sponsorship for the other outing at half price! (*excludes complimentary foursomes). Click here to register or Sponsor the LWSRF On the Links Golf Outing.   Check-in: 10:30am Coffee, donuts and complimentary driving range and putting green available until shotgun start. Shotgun Start: 12:00pm 18 holes of golf, contests on the course, hot dog lunch to-go at the turn and complimentary beverage carts included. Dinner: 5:30pm Contest hole and raffle prize winners announced during dinner. Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the event with prizes to be raffled near the end of dinner. 

$35

Eat and Earn Fundraiser – Beggar’s Pizza Mokena

Beggars Pizza - Mokena 9515 W 191st St, Mokena, IL, United States

Give back by ordering pizza! On September 15, 2021, when you dine-in or carry out from Beggar's Pizza in Mokena, show this flyer to get 20% of your sale donated back to LWSRF!

Play Pals

LWSRC 1900 Heather Glen Dr, New Lenox, IL, United States

Friends, Fitness, Fun! Geared towards children age 2-5 with disabilities or sensory needs and their caregivers. Socialize and play with us!   Join us at Leigh Creek South Park from 9am-10am as we play and meet other peers and parents. It's a great way to connect and learn more about LWSRA's services. (*We will move indoors if inclement weather.) COST: $5 per family (*first time attendees are free). Pay the day of. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/playpals-2021   For more information, contact Nadine Kahl

$5

Play Pals

LWSRC 1900 Heather Glen Dr, New Lenox, IL, United States

Friends, Fitness, Fun! Geared towards children age 2-5 with disabilities or sensory needs and their caregivers. Socialize and play with us!   Join us at Leigh Creek South Park from 9am-10am as we play and meet other peers and parents. It's a great way to connect and learn more about LWSRA's services. (*We will move indoors if inclement weather.) COST: $5 per family (*first time attendees are free). Pay the day of. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/playpals-2021   For more information, contact Nadine Kahl

$5

Trunk or Treat 2021

LWSRC 1900 Heather Glen Dr, New Lenox, IL, United States

Put on your costume and trick or treat from car to car. Outdoor trick or treating is FREE! Family Fun Pack ($5 per user) gets you access to indoor activities including: (children 2 & under and caregivers are free) mini spook house facepainting craft games and more! FEATURED TRUNKS Recognize your business as one of our featured trunks at the 2021 Trunk or Treat brought to you by LWSRA. Your donation helps support recreational programming for individuals with disabilities. With a $50 donation your business will receive: Verbal recognition at event Social media recognition What you need to do: Decorate […]

Play Pals

LWSRC 1900 Heather Glen Dr, New Lenox, IL, United States

Friends, Fitness, Fun! Geared towards children age 2-5 with disabilities or sensory needs and their caregivers. Socialize and play with us!   Join us at Leigh Creek South Park from 9am-10am as we play and meet other peers and parents. It's a great way to connect and learn more about LWSRA's services. (*We will move indoors if inclement weather.) COST: $5 per family (*first time attendees are free). Pay the day of. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/playpals-2021   For more information, contact Nadine Kahl

$5

Double Good Popcorn Sale

Double Good - Virtual Fundraiser

Double Good popcorn is back! This virtual fundraiser is filled with deliciousness! It’s 100% contactless, and LWSRA keeps 50% of the profit....plus the product ships directly to the buyer. To support LWSRA, you can create a Pop-Up Store and sell Double Good gourmet popcorn by sharing with family, friends and your social media platforms! Prices range from $18-$59. The popcorn is award-winning and really delicious! Our fundraising window begins on February 24, 2022, at 5:00 PM and sales close February 28, 2022, at 5:00 PM.   To create your store, before the fundraiser begins: Download the Double Good app Enter […]