Gift for new sidewalk in the park!
The Park District received a gift from the Atlanta Masonic Lodge #165 AF & AM, that made possible a new sidewalk in the main park. It links the park pavilion to the "barn" and to the paved area in front of the bandstand. This should enhance wheelchair access for activities in the park and keep us all out of the mud at times. A new pad was also poured on the east entrance to the "barn". Pictured above, Doug Thompson receives the Masonic Lodge check from Worshipful Master Ron Yeast. Thanks also goes to Mark Sherman and his crew who poured the concrete. Community House Back Ramp Has New Railing!
After 25 years of use, the railing on the wheelchair-accessible ramp to the back door of the Community Building had become a little "shaky"! That has now been replaced with a welded railing built and installed by Nick's Fab Shop from Atlanta. This sturdy, anchored frame should give its users something to hang onto for many years to come. Thanks to the Atlanta Betterment Fund for assisting with the funds for this project! 
Notice: The Community Building is no longer a Polling Place
Logan County Clerk, Theresa Moore has announced that the Park District's Community Building will no longer be the polling place for the City of Atlanta precincts, or Atlanta Township. Polling will now be held at the Atlanta Christian Church. Be sure to exercise your right to vote! Sample ballots and other election information are available by clicking here. 
A Back-to-School Movie in the Park planned for this summer (Update: plans uncertain due to Covid 19)!
The Park District may again sponsor a movie in the park sometime in August. The movie will be projected onto a screen at the bandstand and seating will be on the basketball court in front of the bandstand. Please bring your own folding chairs or blankets and enjoy a family movie " under the stars. Free Popcorn will be provided and Back-to-School gift bags will be free for all kids. Starting time will be about 8:30 pm. So, pass the word and bring your family and friends to enjoy an evening in the park! Watch here and our Facebook page for more details. Furniture replaced in the Community House front room.
The Park District has recently replaced the couch and a couple lounge chairs in the front room of the Community House (the first room on the right as you enter from the front door). This was part of a project to repair a plumbing leak in the ceiling and repaint the woodwork. Next time you stop in, take a look (and a seat) to enjoy the new items! Community Building has a new sign!
Carolyn Patton Nuckolls donates art and hall tree!
The Park District has received a wonderful donation of 2 art works, a WWI helmet and hall tree from Carolyn Patton Nuckolls. She is the daughter of Dick Patton and these items used to sit in the Memorial Home when it was used as a residence by her family in the 1930s. We are so thankful for this gift and are proud to have those items placed in about the same locations that they originally set! Pictures can be viewed by clicking here, but also stop by and enjoy them in person.
Enjoy the Playground Equipment in the park!
Thanks to the $25,000 grant received from the State Farm "Cause An Effects" program, and an additional grant through the equipment manufacturer, GameTime, we were able to purchase over $50,000 worth of equipment for half price. The City of Atlanta employees and numerous volunteers worked hard to assemble and install it!
Be sure to take your children or grandchildren to the park to try it out! Click the button below for larger views of the equipment and layout. |
News You Can Use:
The Eagle has landed!
In case you haven't noticed, Xenia Park has a new resident perched there! Over the September 11th weekend of events in downtown, this eagle was carved on site to commemorate this day of great loss to our country. It is an intricate, yet large rendition of our national bird and you should definitely drop by the park downtown to admire it. 8th Annual Easter Egg
Hunt Was Big Success! The Park District's 8th annual Easter egg hunt was enjoyed by nearly 100 children and their families on Saturday, April 3rd in the Atlanta Park! Children were separated into 2 age groups for the hunt: 2 - 4 years and 5 - 8 years and each age group had a specific area with 100s of eggs. All children received a bag of candy, no matter the number of eggs collected. Monetary, special candy and Easter basket prizes were awarded to children, from each age group, who found a few specially filled eggs. Special thanks go out to the Olympia National Honor Society members that helped with distributing the prizes, eggs and candy! Click here for pictures of "Egg Hunt 21" Atlanta Memorial Park District - Covid19 (coronavirus) Policy
Events using park district buildings may be limited. Prior reservations may need to be rescheduled for a later date, but are still subject to cancellation depending upon federal, state or local restrictions on group meetings. This is for the protection of the district's employees, as well as the community. Please be considerate of one another's health even if you have been vaccinated. The open park and play areas are available for individual, small group and close family use. Contact the park phone number regarding large group activities in the park. All children should be accompanied by an adult. Your cooperation and consideration of others, at this difficult time, is greatly appreciated! Atlanta Memorial Park District Board of Commissioners (217) 648-2611 Tennis Courts - turned back to the Olympia School
The Park District and the Olympia School District have ended the lease for the tennis courts. They have been used and maintained by the Park District for over 40 years, without charge by Olympia. However, the lease did allow either party to terminate with notice. The property is needed by the school district for expansion plans that they have for the Olympia South school.
The tennis courts are now closed and the Park District has no responsibility for them. Be watching for the big changes to take place at this location as the Olympia - South building is expanded! 
Four-Quilt Raffle held in 2019 - now complete!
Donna Campbell joined the Easter Egg hunt to show off one of the 4 quilts made by the Atlanta Quilt Corner. This group meets weekly in the basement of the Community House to create quilts and many other items to benefit local charities and individuals in need. Funds raised from this raffle will support the Park District Community House!
These beautiful quilts are displayed at the Dixie Restaurant in McLean and at the Atlanta Public Library. You can purchase tickets at those locations for $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. Note: this raffle has been completed and prizes awarded. 
New trees beautify park!
Thanks to assistance from an Atlanta Betterment Fund grant, we've been able to replace the 5 sickly ash trees that were removed from the park. All 5 new trees (about 10' tall) have been planted and are off to a good start. We hope this helps to maintain the park's beauty for generations to come! 
Electrical improvements made in Memorial Home basement!
A big thank you goes out for a $500 Atlanta Betterment Fund grant, and for proceeds from the raffle of a quilt made by a group of ladies that meet regularly in the Memorial Home basement! |
Park Board Meeting:
The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, July 26th, 2021 at 7:00 pm in the Community Building.
For information regarding park activities and for scheduling your events please contact us as shown below:
Atlanta Memorial Park District
Phone: (217) 648-2611 (Use this phone # to reserve park facilities - Not email)
PO Box 165
Atlanta, IL 61723-0165
Email: Info@atlantapark.org For Freedom of Information Act requests, see this FOIA request form.
For information regarding park activities and for scheduling your events please contact us as shown below:
Atlanta Memorial Park District
Phone: (217) 648-2611 (Use this phone # to reserve park facilities - Not email)
PO Box 165
Atlanta, IL 61723-0165
Email: Info@atlantapark.org For Freedom of Information Act requests, see this FOIA request form.