Above / Find “What We Need” along the Riverwalk engraved on a granite stone marker. If healthy, follow all “social distancing” advice and create a not-canceled experience by taking the winding brick path beyond Moser Tower and the Visitors Center, just past the footbridge that leads over to Centennial Park. Read the thoughtful poem written by Dr. Stephen Abbott Northrup in 1913.
Naperville Park District is in the process of rescheduling or canceling seasonal events due to the coronavirus closures and health precautions now in place. Refunds will be issued to participants for cancelled events that required advanced registration. The Park District will continue to monitor the coronavirus situation and communicate any further program or event cancellations to participants.
Current status of upcoming events
- Family Bingo – April 3 – CANCELED
- Flashlight Egg Hunt – April 9 – CANCELED
- Egg Hunt – April 11 – CANCELED
- Partner Best Ball Challenge Tournament at Naperbrook Golf Course – April 11 – CANCELED
- Golfapalooza – April 18 – CANCELED – Rescheduled date to be determined
- Road Rally – April 18 – CANCELED
- Shred Event – April 18 – CANCELED – Rescheduled date to be determined for Fall 2020
- Elan Dance Showcase – April 18 – CANCELED
- Earth Day Fair – April 19 – CANCELED and RESCHEDULED to Saturday, October 3 from 12-Noon-3PM
- Wonderful World of Wheels – May 4 – CANCELED and RESCHEDULED to Monday, September 14 from 11AM-1PM.
Please check https://www.napervilleparks.org/coronavirus for event updates and other information about Naperville Park District programs and facilities during the coronavirus outbreak.
Be Mindful of ‘Social Distancing’
The Naperville Park District reminds residents to practice social distancing outdoors as well as indoors. Parks can play an important role in boosting health and wellness, but park visitors have a responsibility to limit the spread of CO-VID 19 as much as possible.
Governor Pritzker issued an executive order limiting crowd sizes to less than 50 people and that the Governor agrees with the federal government recommendations that no more than 10 people gather in one place. (These orders could change after the Fri., March 20, news conference.)
The following guidelines for using parks or trails are from the National Recreation and Park Association’s Joint Statement on Using Parks and Open Space While Maintaining Social Distancing:
- Refrain from using parks or trails if you are exhibiting symptoms.
- Follow CDC’s guidance on personal hygiene prior to and during use of parks or trails.
- Prepare for limited access to public restrooms or water fountains.
- While on trails, warn other users of your presence and as they pass, and step aside to let others pass.
- Follow CDC guidance on the recommended size of social gatherings including outdoor picnicking, pick-up sports and other group hangouts, and maintain proper physical distance at all times.
- Observe CDC’s minimum recommended social distancing of 6 feet from other individuals at all times. If this is not possible, users should find an alternate location or depart that space.
- Consult local and state ordinances and guidelines for the most up to date recommendations on park and trail use.
Residents are welcome to enjoy nature and parks responsibly.
