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New Lenox Park District created
The New Lenox Community Park District officially becomes an organization.
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First Preschool
The first preschool program begins at the New Lenox Community Park District.
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New Lenox Park District Logo
The New Lenox Park District first official logo was created.
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First Golf Course
The New Lenox Community Park District opens its first golf course called The Sanctuary Golf Course.
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Host of Proud American Days
The New Lenox Park District becomes the sole host of Proud American Days. Proud American Days is a festival with food, live music, contests, activities and carnival rides.
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First splash pad in New Lenox
The first splash pad in the New Lenox community was built at Hibernia Park.
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Bought the New Lenox Police Department building
The New Lenox Community Park District bought the former New Lenox Police Department building and turned it the New Lenox Administration Building.
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