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The South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation (SEASPAR) provides dynamic recreation programs and quality services for individuals with disabilities served by the park districts of Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, La Grange, La Grange Park, Lemont, Lisle, Westmont, and Woodridge, and the villages of Brookfield, Indian Head Park, and Western Springs, Illinois. Our page provides an opportunity for you to connect, share, and communicate with SEASPAR and fellow fans. We expect all of the interactions on our Page to be pertinent, respectful, and appropriate for a public forum. We have the right to remove content from our Page which falls into one or more of the following categories:

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✨💙 Thank You, SEASPAR Community 💙✨As we enter a season centered on gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank our enti...
11/26/2025

✨💙 Thank You, SEASPAR Community 💙✨

As we enter a season centered on gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank our entire SEASPAR family — our participants, families, and the incredible team who brings inclusion, joy, and kindness to life every single day.

Because of you, our programs shine brighter. Our mission grows stronger. And the sense of community we build together becomes something truly beautiful.

May this time of year bring you warmth, rest, and moments that make your heart feel full. 💫

Please note:
🗓️ The SEASPAR office will be closed November 27–28 so our team can rest and share time with loved ones. We will reopen with regular hours the following week.

With gratitude,
The SEASPAR Team 💙

🎳 Bowling for the WIN! 🎉Our SEASPAR athletes made us proud at the Special Olympics Illinois Sectional Bowling Tournament...
11/25/2025

🎳 Bowling for the WIN! 🎉

Our SEASPAR athletes made us proud at the Special Olympics Illinois Sectional Bowling Tournament on Sunday, October 26!

👏 Fabian Piedra bowled his way to a third-place finish, while Eti Schaffer earned first place—qualifying her for the State Tournament! 🥇🎳

Eti, from Downers Grove, holds a special place in our hearts as SEASPAR’s most senior Special Olympics athlete. Her victory is not just a win on the lanes—it’s a powerful reminder that inclusion and determination never age. 💙✨

Way to go, Fabian and Eti! 🎉 Join us in cheering on Eti as she takes on the State competition in December! 🌟🙌

📢 SEASPAR Phone Outage on MondayWe want to let our community know that SEASPAR will be transitioning to a new phone syst...
11/21/2025

📢 SEASPAR Phone Outage on Monday

We want to let our community know that SEASPAR will be transitioning to a new phone system on Monday. During this upgrade, our phone lines will be out of service in the morning and may be intermittently unavailable in the afternoon.

If you need to reach us during this time, please email us at info@seaspar.org and we’ll be happy to assist you. 💙

Thank you for your patience as we improve our systems to serve you better!

🌟 Let’s give it up for one of SEASPAR’s most compassionate, talented, and dedicated participants—Kari Winter! 🌟From rock...
11/07/2025

🌟 Let’s give it up for one of SEASPAR’s most compassionate, talented, and dedicated participants—Kari Winter! 🌟

From rocking the stage with Curtain Callers 🎭 to lifting her voice in Glee Club 🎤, Kari brings energy and heart to everything she does. 💙✨ She’s also a 15-year member of Aktion Club, where she’s held leadership roles and helped others learn about community service and inclusion. 🙌🤝

And when she’s not supporting her peers or performing, she’s giving back—volunteering with animals at the West Suburban Humane Society. 🐾💞 Her kindness knows no limits and is well deserving of our spotlight! 🌟👏

We’re excited to invite SEASPAR families to a special Sensory Friendly Night at  The Morton Arboretum  Morton Arboretum ...
10/30/2025

We’re excited to invite SEASPAR families to a special Sensory Friendly Night at The Morton Arboretum Morton Arboretum on Tuesday, November 18.

Stroll along a 1-mile paved and accessible path surrounded by the soft glow of winter lights in a calm, sensory-sensitive setting. The evening features static lights, low-volume music, and limited attendance to create a peaceful and welcoming experience for all.

To purchase tickets, call 630.725.2066 or email tickets@mortonarb.org.

It’s a beautiful way to enjoy nature’s magic—at your own pace.

👻🍬 Find SEASPAR This Spooky Season! 🍬👻Our staff is ready to show off their best Halloween costumes and share some treats...
10/17/2025

👻🍬 Find SEASPAR This Spooky Season! 🍬👻

Our staff is ready to show off their best Halloween costumes and share some treats (and smiles!) with our communities! 🎃✨ Come say hi and celebrate at these fang-tastic events:

🚗 Trunk or Treat – Darien Park District
📍 7301 Fairview Ave, Darien, IL 60561
📅 Friday, October 17 | 6–7 p.m.

🚗 Trunk or Treat – Park District of La Grange
📍 Sedgwick Park, La Grange
📅 Saturday, October 18 | 10–11:30 a.m.

🎃 Boo Bash at the Pond – Village of Willowbrook: Parks and Recreation Department
📍 Willow Pond, Willowbrook
📅 Sunday, October 26 | 4–7 p.m.

Expect candy, costumes, and plenty of SEASPAR smiles! 😄💙
We can’t wait to see you for some spooktacular fun! 🕸️🦇

🍔💙 Eat for a Cause at Culver’s — Happening TODAY! 💙🍦Join the SEASPAR–Kiwanis Aktion Club at Culver’s in Downers Grove to...
10/16/2025

🍔💙 Eat for a Cause at Culver’s — Happening TODAY! 💙🍦

Join the SEASPAR–Kiwanis Aktion Club at Culver’s in Downers Grove today, Thursday, October 16, for their “Give Local: Food, Family, Future” fundraiser! 🙌✨

Mention SEASPAR when you order lunch, dinner, or dessert, and 20% of your purchase will be donated back to support Aktion Club’s amazing community service projects! 💪💙

Grab a burger, enjoy some custard, and give back to a great cause—because doing good never tasted so sweet! 🍔🍟🍨

📍 Culver’s – Downers Grove
📅 Today, October 16 until 10pm!

🍋✨ On September 12, SEASPAR was honored to be the beneficiary of the Women of Oak Brook’s fall fundraiser—an elegant eve...
10/12/2025

🍋✨ On September 12, SEASPAR was honored to be the beneficiary of the Women of Oak Brook’s fall fundraiser—an elegant evening at Labriola Ristorante filled with Italian flavors, coastal chic vibes, and generous giving. 🇮🇹🌊

From the lemon-themed décor to the warm breeze, every detail was perfect. 🍽️🌿 Through event proceeds and direct giving, the evening raised nearly $2,000 in cash donations, plus dozens of in-kind items from our wishlist. 🎁💛

A heartfelt thank you to the Women of Oak Brook and every guest who showed up, gave generously, and made a difference for our participants! 💙🌟

🎉 Join us at the Disability Pride Fair 2025! 🎉We're proud to celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act a...
10/10/2025

🎉 Join us at the Disability Pride Fair 2025! 🎉
We're proud to celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act at this inclusive, community-powered event hosted by the City of Joliet Committee on Citizens with Disabilities.

🗓 Saturday, October 11
🕚 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📍 Bicentennial Park, 201 Jefferson St, Joliet

Enjoy:
✅ Disability resources
🎶 Live music
🌮 Food trucks
🎯 Games & vendors
🗳 Voter registration
💬 ASL interpreters on site
…and so much more!

🌟 The SEASPAR team will be there, and we’d love to see you! Stop by to say hello, connect with our staff, and celebrate inclusion with us.

Let’s honor progress, community, and disability pride—together.

Meet Chris — a nature lover 🌳, music fan 🎶, and all-around fantastic human 💫 who brings warmth, humor, and heart to ever...
10/08/2025

Meet Chris — a nature lover 🌳, music fan 🎶, and all-around fantastic human 💫 who brings warmth, humor, and heart to every SEASPAR program he joins!

Whether he’s handing out napkins before touching his own snack 🍪, clearing weeds like a garden superhero 🌿🦸‍♂️, or dominating Candy Crush and word searches 🎮🧩, Chris shows up with kindness, laughter, and a love for helping others. You’ll often find him outside enjoying walks 🚶‍♂️ or inside dancing to his favorite tunes 💃🕺—always ready for a good laugh or a goofy moment 😄🎉.

We’re proud to shine the Spotlight on Chris this month 🌟—a true SEASPAR star who reminds us that being kind, helpful, and a little silly goes a long way ❤️👏✨.

On Sunday, September 21, the courts were alive with energy as SEASPAR and Northern Will County Special Recreation Associ...
10/07/2025

On Sunday, September 21, the courts were alive with energy as SEASPAR and Northern Will County Special Recreation Association NWCSRA proudly organized the Annual Volleyball Tournament, hosted by our amazing friends at the Park District of La Grange. 🙌💙

The day was filled with thrilling rallies, powerful serves, tough digs, and endless smiles as SRAs came together to celebrate the sport we love. Thank you to all the athletes, coaches, families, and fans who brought such incredible energy and community spirit! 🌟

👏 Division 1 Results:
🥇 WDSRA – Gold
🥈 WSSRA – Silver
🥉 NWCSRA Green – Bronze
4️⃣ Gateway – 4th Place

👏 Division 2 Results:
🥇 NISRA – Gold
🥈 SEASPAR – Silver
🥉 NWCSRA White – Bronze
4️⃣ NWSRA – 4th Place

We’re so proud of every team and grateful to our partners for making this event a true celebration of teamwork, camaraderie, and inclusion through sports. 🏐💪
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) WSSRA Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) Northwest Special Recreation Association- NWSRA Gateway Special Recreation Association

🌲✨ SEASPAR at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center: A Week of Growth, Grit, and Fun! ✨🌲From the moment we made our first pit sto...
10/01/2025

🌲✨ SEASPAR at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center: A Week of Growth, Grit, and Fun! ✨🌲

From the moment we made our first pit stop at Wally’s, we knew it was going to be an unforgettable week at camp. Our participants settled into their cabins (yes, the same ones as last year!), dove into human foosball, cheered each other on during archery and paddleboarding, and danced with ribbons after conquering the giant swing! 🎯🎵

There were so many highlights:
🌊 Cooling off with pool games and kayak adventures
💃 Serving lewks at the Trash-ion Show
🐐 Saying “no thanks” to goat walks (and loving it)
🎤 Singing our hearts out during karaoke
🌟 Enjoying a magical tea party with fairy lights
🔥 Ending the week with s’mores and SEASPAR’s private pool bash!

One of the most meaningful moments? Our campers teaming up with Timber Pointe staff for a truly unforgettable round of “Stump” — a hilarious hose-down, ice-bucket challenge that brought the entire camp together in laughter and joy.

We came home with sun-kissed cheeks, stronger friendships, new memories, and a renewed sense of adventure.

💙 This is what SEASPAR is all about: being ourselves, pushing our limits, and having the time of our lives—together.

See the pictures here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCvR1L

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4500 Belmont Road
Downers Grove, IL
60515

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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