Spring Special Events

Youth Theatre
There will be a youth theatre production in March 2011. The title of the musical is yet to be decided.

Aqua Egg Hunt at Splash Central
Spice up your holiday by searching for treasure filled eggs in the water! All ages may register for this special event and will be divided into age appropriate groups. This event happens each year on Good Friday at 10am. Advanced registration is required.

Earth Day: April 24Celebrate the wonders of the world around us with this event that will educate, entertain and amaze you. There will be educational exhibits, hands-on activities, animals of all kinds and a variety of entertaining talks. This event is free, no reservation required. Held at the Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Rd. in the James "Pate" Philip State Park. For more information call 847-608-3100.

Apple Blossom 5K & 10K Run: May 8Presented by the Bartlett Park District and Comcast. Come join in this GREAT Bartlett tradition. Participants of any age may enter the 5K or 10K Run. Children ages 2-5 may enter the Kiddie 50 (yard dash) or children ages 6-10 may enter the Kiddie 1/8 mile (run). All Kiddie Races will be held on the Indoor Track of the LIFECENTER. All participants are required to sign a waiver. You must complete a specific Apple Blossom Run registration form. No other forms will be accepted. Walkers and Strollers Divisions for the 5K only. T-shirt and correct size guaranteed to all pre-registered runners. Race Day registration available from 6:30-7:30am. T-shirts available while supplies last. No size guaranteed on race day. Registration is also available at www.bartlettparks.org. Awards and raffle prizes presented after the completion of the Kiddie races; you must be present to win raffle prizes. No pets allowed during the race.