In light of the forecasted extreme cold temperatures, Hawthorn School District has cancelled all classes and activities for Tuesday, January 16. The Vernon Hills Park District's PALS program as well as Little Learners Preschool are also cancelled. All other Park District...

With the fast-approaching cold temperatures, we are committed to keeping our community informed of any program and facility changes or closures. At this time, all of our facilities and programs will operate as normal on Monday, January 15, and Tuesday, January 16. As a reminder,...

Due to the severe weather conditions, ALL Park District facilities, programs, and activities are cancelled/closed at noon today. This includes the Sullivan Community Center, Lakeview Fitness,  and Little Learners Childcare.  Please continue to check our website and social...

Due to the severe winter weather forecasted for our area, Little Learners Preschool and our PALS Before and After School Program are cancelled on Friday, January 12.  

The Park District's annual winter tree trimming and removal will be taking place by park district crews over the winter months. Trees planned for removal are dead, declining, or are a safety risk to park users. Signs will be posted in advance at the parks the crews will be...

Notice of Proposed Property Tax Increase for Vernon Hills Park District I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for Vernon Hills Park District for 2023 will be held on November 30, 2023 at 5pm at the Sullivan Community Center, 635 North Aspen...

Give the Gift of Recreation to Vernon Hills Families in Need November 13-January 15. The District is inviting our community to support Vernon Hills’ families that are in financial need. The Sullivan Community Center and Lakeview Fitness have Giving Trees in their facilities...

Fall is "dispersal" season for Coyotes. Mating season occurs in winter, and pup rearing into spring and summer. By fall, young coyotes become more independent and are forced to leave the pack and go out on their own. These young coyotes are naturally curious and are trying to...

Vernon Hills Park District is home to many parks with a variety of trees, in particular Oak trees. As this month is designated as OAKtober - Oak Awareness Month, we welcome visitors in our parks to see our Oak trees. Sullivan Woods is our own Oak Savanna spanning a little...

Vernon Hills Park District is making Asphalt Improvements on September 21 (rain date September 22) at the following locations: The north end of Century at 1401 Indianwood Drive - pavilion, sled hill and basketball court parking lot The east end of Century Park at 1500...