People, Places and Things

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Jan./Feb. I.P.R. Magazine Focuses On Therapeutic Recreation

Once again, the January/February (1989) issue of the IPR magazine has been set aside for the topic of therapeutic recreation. Last year's issue was a huge success, with many interesting articles and photographs submitted.

Any and all ITRS members who are interested in submitting an article, slides, or photographs for inclusion in this issue are encouraged to do so. Topics may include unique programming concepts, current trends and issues, staff development and education.

Shorter items may also be submitted for the "People, Places, and Things" section.

All materials will be due by the first week of November, 1988. If you're interested in submitting items for publication, contact Mary Jo Happ, CTRS, ITRS Communications Committee chair, at (312) 771-7000, ext. 627.

Concord Recreation Center Changes Name

The Rockford Park District's Board of Commissioners approved the name change of Concord Recreation Center to Washington Park Community Recreation Center on Monday, July 25, at its monthly finance meeting.

The change comes after much confusion among citizens in differentiating the only District recreation center and the adjacent Rockford Housing Authority's Concord Commons Housing Complex.

For more information about the Washington Park Community Recreation Center and its programs, please contact the Rockford Park District at 815/987-8800.

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MID-AM '89 Breaks Exhibit Record

Booths 94% Sold Out in June '88!

Exhibitors in the 1989 Mid-Am Horticultural Trade Show, January 20-22, 1989, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, have contracted for booths at a record pace. Mid-Am '89 is 94 percent sold out, with less than 20 booths remaining to be available for contract. The total 60,223 square feet of exhibit space is expected to be completely filled by Labor Day.

Every exhibit hall and ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Chicago will be filled to capacity with exhibitors from many horticultural fields. Nursery growers, landscape contractors, garden center suppliers, interiorscapers and many more will exhibit their products and demonstrate their services and equipment.

Mid-Am Board president Don Groth isn't surprised at how quickly Mid-Am booths are selling. "Judging by the record attendance we had for Mid-Am '88, exhibitors seem more enthusiastic than ever about reaching new and returning buyers at Mid-Am. Our reputation for a quality show is attracting the best group of exhibitors we've ever had," he notes.

The Mid-Am Horticultural Trade Show is sponsored by the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association, the Illinois State Nurserymen's Association, the Wisconsin Landscape Federation, the Indiana Association of Nurserymen and the Iowa Nurserymen's Association.

For further information contact Donn W. Sanford, Mid-Am Trade Show, 4300-L Lincoln Avenue, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008. Telephone: 312/359-8160.

Employment Opportunities

Manager of Business Services — Skokie Park District, a north suburban Chicago Metropolitan agency, serving a population of approximately 70,000, announces the opening of the position of Manager of Business Services.

Responsibilities are to assist the Director of Parks and Recreation in administering the business affairs of the District; plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the District's business systems. Preparation of basic data, income and expense on a monthly basis. The development and control of the District's annual operating budget. Preparation of regular and special reports as required. Requires the ability to analyze problems of a business nature. The ability to determine needs and solutions of the Business Services Division. The ability to interpret and communicate financial data to all District staff. The demonstrated ability to supervise and work with staff.

Requirements: Graduate of a college or university with a B.S. or B.A. degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related profession. Demonstrated experience in a responsible supervisory or assistant position on a full-time basis. Demonstrated skills in working with people, public speaking, financial management, computer operations, and sound business practices.

Salary Range: $29,875 - $44,812.
Final Date for Application: October 7, 1988.

Please submit letter of interest and a current resume to be considered.

For additional information, contact Daniel D. Brown, Director, Skokie Park District, 4400 Grove Street, Skokie, IL 60076. Phone: (312) 674-1500.

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Glenview Senior Citizen Club Wins Governor's Home Town Award

The Glenview Senior Citizen Club recently received the 1988 Governor's Home Town Award for excellence in exemplary volunteer efforts in communities throughout Illinois. This year, 77 community projects in ten population categories were selected for awards along with special youth and senior citizen achievements. Glenview Senior Citizen Club is sponsored by the Glenview Park District.

Glenview Senior Citizen Club won top honors in state-wide volunteer efforts, earning the 1988 Governor's Home Town Award for excellence. Standing proudly beside their winning road sign are Mr. Harvey Bassett, one of several chairpersons who coordinated the All Family Pancake Carnival, and Ms. Joyce L. Pottinger, director of the Glenview Senior Citizen Club.

According to Department of Commerce and Community Affairs Director, Jay R. Hedges, entries were judged on local need and community participation, as well as the project's results and continuity. Winners received a commemorative plaque and a road sign proclaiming the community's selection as a winner in the competition.

The program entered was Glenview Senior Citizen Club's annual All Family Pancake Carnival — an "all you can eat" pancake brunch. The ten-year old carnival-brunch provides Glenview residents an opportunity to share an enjoyable day with older adults. Over 100 seniors carry out the program with approximately 400 people attending this year.

To maximize the community's participation, the Pancake Carnival occurs on a Saturday during spring vacation time when children are home from school and families are seeking fun things to do together. Attendees enjoy a delicious pancake brunch, a "bottomless" cup of coffee and are entertained by the Senior Citizen Club's ten member Good Times Band. Event highlights include 15 carnival games, a raffle, sale and lots of festive decorations.

Glenview Senior Citizen Club's director, Ms. Joyce L. Pottinger, was present in Springfield on Wednesday, June 22, to receive the award, accompanied by the chairpersons responsible for the 1987-88 award-winning project: Bill Bunn, president; Harvey Bassett, Mary Ellen Wolff and Anne Lind. Lieutenant Governor George H. Ryan presented the honors during the Governor's Home Town Awards banquet ceremony and thanked all who had gathered for recognition. "Volunteers can make a real difference in the quality of life in their communities," he said. IAPD/IPRA congratulates the Glenview Senior Citizen Club for their excellent program!

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Obituaires

Elmhurst Park District Mourns the Death of Commissioner Joanne Wagner

Joanne Butterfield Wagner, Elmhurst Park District's longest serving member on its Board of Directors, passed away on July 13, 1988.

As a board member for over 29 years, Joanne Wagner contributed her energy, time and talent in many ways for nearly half of her life. Mrs. Wagner served as president of the Park Board on six occasions and continually provided leadership for the other commissioners and staff. She was honored by the community for her leadership role in the Park District by receiving the Elmhurst Jaycees Distinguished Service Award in 1986.

Mrs. Wagner faithfully served the community by insisting on providing a wide array of services and facilities at the most reasonable prices. She continually encouraged public input into the decision-making process and listened to those who had suggestions for improvement.

From the start of her Park Board service, the Elmhurst Park District steadily improved. She was instrumental in the passage of two community-wide Park District referenda that considerably enhanced recreation opportunities. A total of 336 of the District's 428 acres were leased or purchased during her board tenure. Over 150 recreation programs, serving from preschoolers to senior citizens, were added. The Elmhurst Community Center, The Courts Indoor Tennis/Handball/Racquetball facility. The Abbey Senior Citizens' Center and York Commons Swimming Pool have been added since Mrs. Wagner recognized the need for these facilities. She is credited for being the driving force behind the development of Sugar Creek Golf Course, a shared operation with the village of Villa Park.

"It is fair to say that no one in the community has exerted the effort to improve the community's recreational offerings as much as Joanne," commented Ray W. Fick, Park Board president. "Her continued dedication was a quiet inspiration to the staff and to the board members who respected her sincere desire to serve the Elmhurst community in a distinguished manner."

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