All CCSD 89 elementary students are invited to take on the Freckle Challenge this summer! Freckle is an online learning tool for practicing reading and math. Starting June 1, students will be able to access Freckle through their school computers. Students can set a goal to practice reading and/or math on Freckle for 30 minutes a day. The more days they practice, the more prizes they can receive in the fall! 

The clinic is free and open to the public. This event is intended to help those who cannot afford their healthcare. Families and children are welcome. Free medical care including: chiropractic care; dental exams; diabetes and nutrition education; eye exams; laboratory screenings: glucose, urinalysis and pregnancy; orthopedics; pediatrics: school/sports physicals (immunizations not included); pharmacy: free medication (based on exam at event); physical therapy; podiatry; and primary care.  Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Glendale Heights Sports Hub, 250 Civic Centre Plaza, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 

From June 5 to June 23, all CCSD 89 students are invited to check out books from the library at Briar Glen, 1800 Briarcliffe Boulevard. The Briar Glen library will be open from 8 to 11 am. Monday through Friday to read or check out books. Any student currently enrolled in CCSD 89 (students who were in preschool through seventh grade during the 2022-23 school year) is invited. Children younger than eight must be with an adult. 

Friday, June 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

The B.R. Ryall YMCA is hosting an action-filled, exciting, energy-pumping event planned by the YMCA's Teen Advisory Board! This free community event is an excellent opportunity to see what we're all about. Register your team in advance to participate in our dodgeball tournament. Glow in the Dark Dodgeball Tournament, dance party, t-shirt design contest, photo booth, food.

This event is for students entering 6th-8th grade in the 2023-2024 school year.

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) mobile clinic will be at Briar Glen, noon to 3 p.m. on Friday, June 9. 

The WIC Mobile Clinic is a full-service WIC clinic on wheels: full WIC appointments and receive a WIC EBT card with food benefits. The WIC program provides nutrition education, healthy food benefits, breastfeeding support, and community referrals.

www.dupagehealth.org  (630) 682-7400

The annual CCSD 89 “Family Summer Bash” will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on Friday, June 9, at Briar Glen Elementary, 1800 Briarcliffe Blvd., Wheaton. The event is free and open to all CCSD 89 families.

The Summer Bash will be an opportunity to connect with other families and local resources. There will be fun activities for children, including henna painting, and ice cream treats. Several local organizations will be sharing information including the DuPage Health Coalition; College of DuPage Adult Education; DuPage County Women, Infants, and Children (WIC); local libraries and park districts, and more! 

Thursday, June 22  from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday June 23 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday, June 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Saturday - books by the bag for $10 / bag  (and books by the bag for  educators $5 / bag) 

Forest Glen Elementary School, 561 Elm St, Glen Ellyn, IL 

For children 5 to 11 years old. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Fridays from May 5 to August 18. $20 each session. An hour and a half of non stop dodgeball games and delicious pizza. Multiple types of dodgeball games including jailbreak, medic, a classic game, and so many more. More information: www.butterfieldpd.com or (630) 858-2229

Family and youth programming at the Wheaton Public Library. 

The three Adapted Swim levels use a specific framework and structure that help swimmers with special abilities, achieve milestones, while still allowing for flexibility and adaption for individualized lesson plans and goals.

Mondays June 5-July 31 or Fridays June 9-July 28

Guide to summer camps and programming through the B.R. Ryall YMCA. 

Summer programming at the Butterfield Park District for children 6 and younger. More information: www.butterfieldpd.com or (630) 858-2229

Summer sports camps through the Butterfield Park District. Registration opened March 1. More information at: www.butterfieldpd.com

Butterfield Park District summer camps and programs. Registration opens March 1.

Kids tennis lessons and camps at the Butterfield Park District. More information: www.butterfieldpd.com or (630) 858-2229

1-2 p.m. June 5-8, children 3-7 years old. This mini camp will be taught by Ms. Lauren, one of the preschool assistants and the owner of The Cake Fairy Shop. Each day the will start with a story to fit the decorating theme. All desserts will be sent home to be enjoyed. More information: www.butterfieldpd.com or (630) 858-2229

Information on summer swim programs through the Butterfield Park District. More information: www.butterfieldpd.com or (630) 858-2229

From June 5 through August 4, the College of DuPage is running programming for children in kindergarten through high school. More information at www.cod.edu/youth

The Glen Ellyn Youth & Family Counseling Service provides evidence-based groups to help with making and keeping friends, managing emotions, communications skills, reading social cues, etc. Classes for third through tenth grades at the Glen Ellyn Public Library. 

The World's Largest Swimming Lesson event will take place over the course of 24 hours at host locations all over the world on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Start times for the WLSL event at The Butterfield Park District can be found at www.butterfieldpd.com.

Join the Butterfield Park District for an outdoor movie at the aquatic center. All participants need to be accompanied by an adult 18 and older. Movie will begin at dusk. This event is free with a pool membership or daily admission to the pool. June 23, July 7, August 4

Free. 222 E. Willow Ave., Wheaton

This community health fair is intended to be a one-stop shop for children to fulfill the health requirements necessary to start school as well as receive other community resources. Smile Squad Dentals, Developmental Screenings, Physical Exams, WIC Mobile, Mental Health Resources, Hearing, Vision, Resources 

Kindergarten through fifth grade. 1-3 p.m., July 17-20. This camp is for kids a competitive side when it comes to games: jeopardy, Minute to Win It, Deal or Deal, or Wheel of Fortune!  Mondays will be at the park district. Tuesday-Thursday will be at Butterfield Elementary School.

1-3 p.m. July 17-20. Kindergarten through fifth grade. Campers will participate in swimming, underwater scavenger hunts, water relays, water volleyball, water basketball, kickboard races, duck races, more.

Come walk the plank with the Butterfield Crew and dive into a day filled with free family fun! Your day will be jam-packed with fun activities, live DJ, and chances to win awesome raffle prizes. Admission to the pool is free during this event. All ages. Noon to 3 p.m. July 22