Many of our neighbors have expressed concerns regarding the grubs and beetles that were observed on the ball fields during mid-July. The Park Advisory Council shared these concerns and our own with the Chicago Park District and received the following reply: Thank you for your message and your concern for Welles Park. The Chicago Park… Continue reading Grubs at Welles
Summer events at Welles Park
Summer is in full swing in Lincoln Square. Here is a list of upcoming events and opportunities to get involved: June 20th, 10 am - Mulching workday - Help beautify the park and help add mulch to the Nature Play Area. Meet us in the Nature Play Area. June 24th, 5 pm - Toddler, Tunes,… Continue reading Summer events at Welles Park
Gazebo concert series returns to Welles Park for 2026
Welles Park Advisory Council brings the Tuesday night music series back to Lincoln Square. The full concert series is not yet ready to be announced but the first three shows will be: **Weather permitting. Cancellations due to weather can be confirmed by calling the park fieldhouse at 312 742-7511. The Tuesday night Gazebo series is… Continue reading Gazebo concert series returns to Welles Park for 2026
A Call for Volunteers
As spring comes to Welles Park, the Welles Park Advisory Council is looking for volunteers for a variety of roles. Welles PAC supports the Park District and organizes work days, special events, and the Tuesday evening Gazebo Concert series. But as volunteers we can always use more help. If you have a few hours to… Continue reading A Call for Volunteers
An Update on the Welles fields
The Park Advisory Council has been in communication with the Park District and the Welles Park Parents Association baseball and softball league regarding the ongoing work to the turf fields on the East side of the park. These areas make up the outfield of the diamonds used by WPPA and adult softball leagues. The original… Continue reading An Update on the Welles fields
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