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Urbana Park District Staff
Anita Purves Nature Center
1505 N. Broadway | Urbana, IL 61801 | 217-384-4062
Amy Banner - Environmental Program Manager
Cathy Schneider - Environmental Education Coordinator
Sreelakshmi Suresh - Environmental Public Program Coordinator
Connor Ross - Environmental Services & Outreach Coordinator
Missy Melvin - Environmental Office Manager
Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center
1401 N. Broadway | Urbana, IL 61801 | 217-239-7946
Leslie Radice - Aquatics Manager
Jennifer Nierenhausen - Aquatics Coordinator
Jake Bragg - Aquatic Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Darius E. Phebus Administration Office
303 W. University | Urbana, IL 61801 | 217-367-1536
Rachel Lenz - Executive Director
Laura Orcutt - Superintendent of Business Services
Alex Ivanova - Human Resources Manager
Mark Schultz - Public Information Coordinator
Bridget Rubins - Digital Marketing Coordinator
Kelsey Cutright - Graphics and Marketing Coordinator
Kathy Niles - Accounting Assistant I
Sandra Ott - Accounting Assistant II
Paula Mondisa - Administration Office Manager
Health and Wellness Center
2002 E. Washington | Urbana, IL 61801 | 217-255-8601
Corky (Richard) Emberson - Superintendent of Recreation
Jameel Jones - Outreach & Wellness Manager
Kern McCalla - Outreach & Wellness Coordinator
Kyle Mills - Athletics Supervisor
Alex Higgs - Athletics Coordinator
Leslie Radice - Aquatics Manager
Bethany Surowka - Membership & Facility Coordinator
Omar Santiago - Office Specialist
Phillips Recreation Center
505 W. Stoughton | Urbana, IL 61801 | 217-367-1544
Janet Soesbe - Community Program Manager
Jacob Johnston - Community Program & Engagement Coordinator
Matthew Lewis - Community Program Coordinator
Katie Bickers - Community Outreach Coordinator
Heather Britsky - Community Office Manager
Tim Plunkett - Office Specialist I
Planning and Operations Office
1011 E. Kerr | Urbana, IL 61802 | 217-344-9583
Derek Liebert - Superintendent of Planning and Operations
Rich McMahon - Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
Luke Fisher- Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Andy Rousseau - Project Manager
Matt Balk - Natural Areas Coordinator
Jake Bragg - Aquatic Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Charles Rogers - Planning & Operations Office Manager
Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center
102 E. Michigan | Urbana, IL 61801 | 217-384-7665
Leslie Radice - Aquatics Manager
Jennifer Nierenhausen - Aquatics Coordinator
Jake Bragg - Aquatic Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners
Cedric Stratton - President
Meredith Blumethal - Vice President
Laura Hastings - Commissioner
Sarah Roper - Commissioner
Ashley Withers - Commissioner
Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation Staff
2212 Sangamon Dr. | Champaign, IL 61821| 217-819-3980 | 711 (TTY)
General Information
Christina Mott - CUSR Program Manager
Nikiaya Brandon - CUSR Assistant Manager
Cole Alvis - CUSR Athletics, Inclusion & Volunteer Coordinator
Kia Alexander Hays - CUSR Youth & Teen Coordinator
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- Events
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June 18, 2026
Teens can help keep our parks beautiful this summer
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June 18, 2026
Come out to the next Family STEM Night June 11 at the Health & Wellness Center
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June 18, 2026
Join a free hike and learn more about nighttime pollinators
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June 18, 2026
Two Non-Resident Days at the Pool this June
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June 18, 2026
Celebrate Juneteenth at Prairie Park June 17
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June 18, 2026
All invited to Jettie Rhodes Day June 27 in King Park
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June 18, 2026
Sign up now for the Power of Parks 5K!
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June 18, 2026
Tap Dance Classes offered this summer at the park district
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June 18, 2026
Regular summer hours begin at Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center
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June 18, 2026
Celebrate National Trails Day with a Big Hike through our natural areas
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June 18, 2026
Swim in a less-stimulating environment Fridays at the pool
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June 18, 2026
We want to hear from you!
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June 18, 2026
Folk & Roots Fridays are back at the Lake House this Summer
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June 18, 2026
Everyone welcome to Play Days in the Park this summer
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June 18, 2026
Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center is closed for the season
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June 18, 2026
Learn how to buy a house at Urbana Park District
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June 18, 2026
Take advantage of personal training sessions at the Health & Wellness Center
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June 18, 2026
Everyone welcome to Neighborhood Nights this Summer!
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June 18, 2026
Everyone age 50 and better is invited to join the Urbana Senior Club
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June 18, 2026
Want to learn the Ukulele? Sign up for a FREE workshop!
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June 18, 2026
2026 Memorial Day hours for Urbana Park District Facilities
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June 18, 2026
Belt out your favorite Karaoke tunes for FREE this summer at the Health & Wellness Center
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June 18, 2026
Rest for Teachers helps educators recover after a busy school year
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June 18, 2026
People age 60 and better are invited to the FREE Wits Workout
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June 18, 2026
Join the FREE Ukulele Jam at Phillips Recreation Center Wednesdays this Summer
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June 18, 2026
Join FREE Fitness in the Park this Summer!
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June 18, 2026
Sign up for the competitive Pickleball Rec League this summer
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June 18, 2026
Join the FREE Dulcimer Jam Tuesdays at Phillips Recreation Center
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June 18, 2026
Sign up for the Anderson Flower and Garden Trip to Anderson Japanese Gardens
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June 18, 2026
Young people can learn to stay at home alone thanks to a special course at Urbana Park District
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June 18, 2026
Time running out to register for the first round of summer fitness classes
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June 18, 2026
Go back to the fifth grade playground and sign up for Co-Rec Kickball this summer!
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June 18, 2026
Sign up for swim lessons today!
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June 18, 2026
Sign up for Co-Rec Volleyball this summer
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June 18, 2026
Join the Nadiators swim team this summer
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June 18, 2026
Free Meadowbrook Park Walking Tour rescheduled to May 30
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June 18, 2026
Join the Dog Park and give your pet a place to roam!
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June 18, 2026
Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center opens May 23
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June 18, 2026
Teens can volunteer their time to keep their community beautiful!
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June 18, 2026
Boating in Crystal Lake Park begins May 2!
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June 18, 2026
Learn easy and fun tunes on the Dulcimer
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June 18, 2026
Congratulations Youth Summer Theatre cast members!
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June 18, 2026
Sign up for Teen Hangout Camp this summer at Urbana Park District
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June 18, 2026
Sign up for an interesting Afro-Brazilian class at Urbana Park District!
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June 18, 2026
Join the park district for the Candlelight Serenade May 22!
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June 18, 2026
Little ones ages 3 - 6 can enjoy Tiny Art Adventures this summer
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June 18, 2026
Creative Senior Connections encourages community this summer
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June 18, 2026
Check out the Spring Tap Showcase May 5 at Phillips Recreation Center
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June 18, 2026
Join Illinois Science Explorers this summer for Family STEM Night!
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June 18, 2026
Get ready for Free Fitness Week beginning May 4 at Urbana Park District!