IPRA Calendar
IPRA Calendar
Lunch & Learn: Credit Card Programs - Benefits, Rewards and Trends in the Marketplace
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Fifth Third for a comprehensive and thoughtful discussion about credit card programs.
Early Childhood Committee Meeting
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Early Childhood Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around early childhood programs. If you are interested in joining the ...
Challenging Conversations Don't Have to Weigh You Down
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
We will all have challenging conversations in our workplace.
Forest Preserve & Conservation Section Learning Lab: It's A Night Thing: The Importance of Protecting the Dark
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Forest Preserve and Conservation (FPC) Section consists of professionals that either specialize or work in and around forest preserves and/or conservation. This event will begin with a Forest Preserve & Conservation Section Meeting followed by a Learni
Challenging Conversations Don't Have to Weigh You Down
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
We will all have challenging conversations in our workplace. But how you handle those conversations can make a world of difference to your success and the success of your team. There are several communication strategies that everyone can ...
Park District Conservation Day
Park District Conservation Day began in 1994 as a special recognition day for Illinois park districts, forest preserves, conservation, recreation, and special recreation agencies. Agencies send dance groups, bands, chorales, zoos and more to perform ...
HR Committee New Member Coffee Chat
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Located within IPRA's Administration & Finance (A&F) Section, the HR Committee consists of a group of professionals that specialize in Human Resources. A this coffee chat, we will welcome new members and review the benefits and the support available from
IT Networking Committee Education: Cyberbit Cyber Range Ransomware Simulation Workshop
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Administration & Finance Section, the IT Networking Committee consists of park, recreation, and forest preserve professionals that either specialize or work in and around information technology. This event will feature a Cyberbit Cybe
Marketing Meet Up: Fitness Centers
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sponsored by IPRA's Communications & Marketing (C&M) Section: Marketing, Recreation, and Fitness Team Members and more are invited to a roundtable! Share ideas for joining incentives, events, promotions, digital advertising and more! Then, stay for a tour
Lunch & Learn: Investing Park District Dollars - What You Need to Know
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
With interest rates near 15-year highs, how can you help optimize your District's investment program?
Volunteer Management Training
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Focusing on your mission is what drives you, and volunteers can be of immeasurable value assisting in your efforts. Building a successful volunteer program takes more than simply increasing the number of people you have in your volunteer pool. At ...
Administration & Finance Section Board Meeting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
IPRA's Administration & Finance (A&F) Section consists of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around administration, finance, human resources, information technology, registration services, and/or risk management. If you are i
Therapeutic Recreation Section Board Meeting
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
IPRA's Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Section consists of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around special recreation agencies. The section meeting will mainly consist of reports from the Section Board and each committee Chair,
Marketing is Everyone's Business: An Integrated Approach to Agency Success
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Each person who touches your organization -- from staff to customers, one-time volunteers to elected officials – can make or break your marketing success.
IPRF Golf Outing
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The IPRF Golf Outing Registration is FULL. Â If you wish to be added to the waitlist, click register, add your selection and then click the box "Add to Waitlist" for each golfer prior to checking out. The annual IPRF Golf Outing is a great ...
Early Childhood Committee Meeting
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Early Childhood Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around early childhood programs. If you are interested in joining the ...
School Age & Day Camp Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the School Age & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around before-and-after school programs and camps. If you are ...
Special Events Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Special Events Committee consists of a group of professionals that either specialize or work in and around special events. If you are interested in joining the committee or simply wish to ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep Program - Series B
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) certification establishes a national standard for managerial, administrative, and executive park and recreation professionals. This is a nationally accredited mastery-level certificate, and its the ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Exam Basics
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The first of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will consist of an overview of all five content ...
Marketing is Everyone's Business: An Integrated Approach to Agency Success
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Each person who touches your organization -- from staff to customers, one-time volunteers to elected officials – can make or break your marketing success. Using an integrated marketing approach, we’ll explore today’s 8 Ps of Marketing and how ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep Program - Series B
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Certified Park and Recreation Professional, or CPRP, is a national certification program through the National Recreation and Park Association, and it is designed for park and recreation professionals that wish to put their career on the path to ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Exam Basics
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The first of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will consist of an overview of all five ...
HR Symposium Vendor & Sponsor Registration
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The 2024 HR Symposium will be held at the Carol Stream Park District’s Fountain View Recreation Center on Friday, September 20. This one-day event is expected to have 40-80 in-person participants. In addition to receiving quality presentations from exper
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Communications
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The second of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Communications
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The second of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
Mental Health First Aid Training - Adult
8:45 AM - 3:00 PM
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a public education program that teaches how to recognize and respond to mental health problems or crises. Originating in Australia in 2000, MHFA has spread to over 25 countries. The evidence-based course has proven ...
Facility Management Workshop
9:00 AM - 3:10 PM
Facility Management Workshop is a unique program designed to provide practitioners of all experience levels a curriculum that identifies tools to become a better facility manager and enhance operational efficiencies at various facilities.
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Finance
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The third of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Finance
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
The third of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
The 4 Dimensions of Culture
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Everything you think you know about culture is wrong! Most leaders would agree culture is the most important thing in business.
Illinois Delegate Reception @ NRPA
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join IPRA in Atlanta! On October 9, 2024, IPRA is hosting our annual IPRA Member Social during the NRPA Annual Conference. Complimentary appetizers and soft drinks; cash bar available.
Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course - Fall 2024
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The CPSI course is a national certification program delivered by National Recreation and Park Association and co-hosted by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association. It is designed to train individuals on how to identify hazards on public ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Human Resources
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The fourth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
The 4 Dimensions of Culture
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Everything you think you know about culture is wrong! Most leaders would agree culture is the most important thing in business, yet few can define what it is or explain how to create a healthy culture that elevates you to a high performing ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Human Resources
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The fourth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Operations
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The fifth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Operations
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
The fifth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Planning
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The last of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review of ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Programming
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The last of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
Professional Development School - "There's No Place Like Parks & Rec"
5:00 PM - 11:00 AM
IPRA's longest-standing educational and networking opportunity takes place in November at the majestic Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena, Illinois. Professional Development School, otherwise known as PDS, provides park, recreation, forest preserve, ...
Why Culture Supersedes Brains: Creating an Environment of Success
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Too often enough care is not taken in hiring staff. This webinar will explore the challenges of effective hiring, the myths of hiring the most ‘qualified’ as opposed to the best fit, and the steps required to establish a proper culture. What ...
Why Culture Supersedes Brains: Creating an Environment of Success
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Too often enough care is not taken in hiring staff. This webinar will explore the challenges of effective hiring, the myths of hiring the most ‘qualified’ as opposed to the best fit, and the steps required to establish a proper culture. What ...
Unleashing the Power of High-Quality Data
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
We are living in a data driven world. However, data can be intimidating. It can be difficult to know what to collect, how to interpret it, and how to present it persuasively. By reframing our thinking around "the data," we can begin to see ...
Unleashing the Power of High-Quality Data
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
We are living in a data driven world. However, data can be intimidating. It can be difficult to know what to collect, how to interpret it, and how to present it persuasively. By reframing our thinking around "the data," we can begin to see its ...