In a message on January 10, 2023, the Chicago Park District informed the Welles Park Parents Association that it would not accept the proposal for lights at the baseball and softball diamonds at Welles Park. Originally presented to the Welles Park Advisory Council over three years ago, the request led to strong responses both in… Continue reading Park District turns down lights proposal
Midnight Circus returns to Welles
'Open Air' Midnight Circus coming Oct. 15 & 16 Midnight Circus returns home to Welles Park for another weekend of high-flying 'Open Air' circus! Acrobats & artists from all across the globe and all around Chicago make up this incredible ensemble that has put our city on the international circus map. All tickets are free!… Continue reading Midnight Circus returns to Welles
Update: WPPA’s revised light proposal, CPD response
Read recent responses from the Welles Park Parents Association and the Chicago Park District to WPAC concerns and priorities regarding the WPPA's lights proposal.
Summer of fun at Welles Park
Join the Welles Park Advisory Council for one of our upcoming events. Roll your sleeves up for a NaturePlace workday, Join us for a PAC meeting to get involved locally, or Sit back and enjoy a concert or performance. January 11 - Welles Park Advisory Council Meeting February 28 - Greening Committee March 5 -… Continue reading Summer of fun at Welles Park
Please join us for an upcoming PAC meeting
The Welles Park Advisory Council meets every other month to discuss happenings in the park and help out with events and workdays. Interested in getting involved? The March 14th meeting (7 pm) is our annual meeting where we will discuss plans for the coming year, elect the executive committee, and provide an overview to membership… Continue reading Please join us for an upcoming PAC meeting