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S p e c i a l F o c u s
"Eventing" and Other Festival Trends ------ 16
An event expert from the University of Illinois shares his insights
- by Bruce E. Wicks. Ph.D.
Festival Growing Pains Lead To a Sponsorship Program ------ 21
How Plainfield developed its festival sponsorship program
- by William G. McAdam, CPRP, and Cheryl Crisman, CPRP
Sponsorship Insights from IEG ------ 25
IP&R interviews Paula Oyer Berezin, head of the consulting
division of IEG (International Events Group), Inc.
- interview by Ann M. Londrigan
Jerry's Take on What Makes a Great Festival ------ 29
Schaumburg Park Districts director shares what works and why
- by Jerry Handlon, CPRP
Festival Roundup ------- 31
From smelt tests to pumpkin tests, here's a look at some of the best
and singular festivals in Illinois
- compiled by Ann M. Londrigan
Election Calendar 2000 - 2001 ------ 30a
— compiled by Peter M. Murphy, Esq.
Strategic Planning: A Blueprint for the Future------ 35
North Berwyn outlines its strategic planning process
- by Patrick J. Ryan, CPRP
IAPD/IPRA Annual Conference Preview ------ 48
You don't want to miss the best state conference for parks and
recreation in the nation! January 11-14, 2001, in Peoria
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Every season is ripe for a festival! The Northbrook Park District's
"2000 Fest: A Multicultural Block Party" debuted last June and gave
community members the opportunity to showcase their cultures in
costume, art, food, music and customs. On the cover, the Korean
Saturday School performs traditional flower and fan dances and two
costumed rovers represent their native countries: Roy Erik Swenson
for Sweden and Linda Sargon for Assyria. The colorful scarecrow is
one of more than 100 whimsical creations on display at the
St. Charles Park District's Scarecrow Festival, a nationally known
event celebrating its 15th anniversary this October 13-15.
Photographs courtesy of the Northbrook Park District and the St.
Charles Convention & Visitors' Bureau. Graphic design by Chris
Camp of Duo Design, Springfield, III.
From the Editor ------ 4
Are You on Board? ------ 6
Start planning now for re-election
Eye on the Profession ------ 8
The violence must stop
Partnerships ------ 10
Health and wellness partnership secrets
Statehouse Insider ------ 12
CARA lives or dies this year
Our Natural Resources ------ 38
The strength to move mountains, plus DNR newsbriefs
People and Places ------ 45
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