The Recreation Dept. in River Grove Offers a variety of programs to suit all ages. Starting with a tots program for the youngest residents to socialize along with their parents. On up to a summer Golf league, where participants range in age to their late 70's. Programs run year round and some fill quickly.

   If your a teen and are interested in basketball, girls softball or billiards take a look at our offerings. Those younger and older browse what's available for you the come and join the fun.

River Grove Recreation also offers various outings thru the year such as pool parties, ice skating and ball games. It also sponsors the Youth Government Program. 

River Grove also has 3 play lots which come under the the Rec. Dept. It also uses River Grove schools and fields for activities. The southwestern part of town is also served by Veterans Park district. Which includes Trumbull field in River Grove. This park contains tennis & boccie courts, ballfield and some park sponsored activities.

For more information on activities please email the recreation department at rec@vorg.us .  Information can also be found on this website, on cable channel 6, or at the Village Hall. 

Movies in the Park

Friday, July 9  -  The Blindside

Friday, August 13  - Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

River Grove’s Family Picnic Day
Saturday, July 17th  (rain date August 7th)
2 to 10 pm At the Gazebo

Food • Inflatables

3:00                   Pie Contest
3:00 - 7:00        Kids Games
3:00 - 5:00        Face Paint Caricature Balloon Artist
4:00                   Lions Golf Ball Drop (708-452-7055 for advance purchase)
5:00                   5th Annual Duck Race*
6:30 - 10:00      Music “Class of ‘68”

For more information call 708-453-8000

     * 5th Annual Duck Race advance Tickets available at  the
        Village  Hall, Sheffield's & Tuckers on Grand    

Kids Outdoor Garage Sale
July 10th 9:00 - 2:00

This sale is strictly for kids' toys, games., clothes, etc. Parent must accompany each child.
One table per rented space. Space is limited!

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THESE PROGRAMS CONTACT THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT AT 708.453.8000

Triton's Continuing Education Office will offer a series of one-week summer camps for kids. Camps are held in either morning or afternoon sessions on Triton's main campus, located at 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
   Camps include:                                                         
   * LEGO ROBOTICS (Ages 8-12) - 9-11:50 a.m., Monday-Friday, June 14-18 and July 12-16
   * COMPUTER DETECTIVES I (Ages 8-12) - 1:30-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 14-18 and July 12-16

   * CREATIVE PAPER ARTS (Ages 5-10) - 9-11:50 a.m., Monday-Friday, July 5-9 and July 26-30
   * GREEN GARDENERS (Ages 5-10) - 1:30-4:25 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 14-18 and July 12-16
   * JUNIOR COOKS CULINARY CAMP (Ages 7-11) - 1:30-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 21-25  and July 19-23
   For a complete listing and description of children's camps, check out our special camp Web site at www.triton.edu/camptriton or for registration information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3501.

All registration must be done in person at the Village office. 
All fees must be paid in full prior to commencement of program
All questions with regard to recreation programs can be directed  to the Recreation Director.

RECREATION DEPARTMENT – 453-8000 X 303

“Scare Up a Good Book Events”

Ages 9-17 ~ Mrs. Rachel

Dates & Times: June 14^th – July 28^th

Mondays from 3-5pm & Wednesdays from 12-2pm

SIGN UP IS REQUIRED

We will be discussing a new monster every week and have activities, crafts, cooking classes, etc. related to that monster. There will also be a special raffle each week to win some “wicked” prizes.

All of my events will be based on facts and fiction concerning monsters. Some examples are vampires, werewolves and zombies.

Please call me for more info or questions. You can also email me at rgpl_ya09@yahoo.com subject: SUMMER READING!