"Don't stop believin'" that tribute band Tributosaurus will become Journey at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove on Thursday, April 27, for SEASPAR’s annual concert fundraiser! Power pop melodies galore, screaming guitar solos, iconic keyboard parts, and supersized background vocals are the order of the day as Tributosaurus takes on one of the great hit machines of 80s… View full article…

Three athletes trained by SEASPAR earned gold medals at the Special Olympics Illinois Winter Games February 8-10. The Special Olympics Winter Games is one of nine state tournaments held each year, and the final state competition for Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, and Snowshoeing events. Approximately 375 athletes competed at the event at Chestnut Mountain Resort… View full article…

There are still openings in our winter-spring Horseback Riding Lessons at Holistic Riding at Kopping Farm in Lemont! Whether you are new to the saddle or have been horseback riding before, this program is for you. Riders improve their balance, core stability, and strength while they enjoy the movement of their horse. Riders of all levels… View full article…

The Level UP Basketball Academy of Downers Grove is hosting the second annual Level UP Cares 3v3 Basketball Tournament on Saturday, April 8, with all proceeds from the event benefiting SEASPAR! Level UP provides high-level basketball coaching to children in the Chicagoland area, and is a partner of SEASPAR with its Level UP Cares program focusing on… View full article…

At the annual joint conference of the Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) and the Illinois Association of Park Districts in January, SEASPAR and our participants were recognized with three awards. Inspirational Participant Award The Therapeutic Recreation Section (ITRS) of the IPRA recognized SEASPAR participant Jason Catalano with its annual Inspirational Participant Award at the conference on… View full article…

SEASPAR has partnered with Portillo's of Downers Grove to raise funds for our programs and services! If you visit the Portillo's at 1500 Butterfield Road in Downers Grove on Thursday, March 23 from 5-8 p.m., 20% of your total bill will be donated to SEASPAR. To participate, simply download the fundraiser ticket and either print it and… View full article…

Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting SEASPAR's programs and services! Join us at Wheatstack in Lisle on Friday, February 24 for our second annual SEASPAR Fish Fry Fundraiser. Two seatings are available: 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Adult meals will feature all-you-can-eat beer-battered cod with your choice of chips or fries and soup or salad… View full article…

Did you miss the online registration deadline for the winter/spring season? You're in luck - we're still accepting registrations by mail and in person for these programs and events! Programs for Everyone Horseback Riding Lessons - Multiple dates and times - Burr Ridge or Lemont Karate Lessons - Mondays, 2/6-3/20 or 4/3-5/15, 5:55-6:25 p.m. - Downers… View full article…

There was barely a dry eye in the house at the Theatre of Western Springs on December 5. That night, SEASPAR hosted our 10th annual Holiday Spectacular, a showcase of our participants talents in various arts such as music, dance, and theatre. Ninety-nine performers included participants in SEASPAR’s Voice and Music Lessons, Glee Club, Actors Guild,… View full article…

Two athletes trained by SEASPAR earned medals at the Special Olympics Illinois State Bowling competition in Peoria on December 3. The Special Olympics Illinois State Bowling competition is one of nine state tournaments held each year, and the final state competition for singles, doubles, team, and ramp bowling events. Athletes must qualify in both Area… View full article…