Suburbanite Bowl in Westmont was a flurry of strikes, spares, high-fives, and impromptu dance parties on the morning of December 2, when SEASPAR partnered with St. Francis Xavier School of La Grange for a special bowling event for people with disabilities. Fifty-nine sixth-grade students and 28 chaperones from St. Francis Xavier teamed up with 80… View full article…

We have a late addition to our fall program schedule - a Chicago Blackhawks game on Thursday, January 5! See Jonathan Toews and his teammates in a fast-paced game of agility and speed. Watch the action as the Blackhawks take on the Buffalo Sabres at the United Center. This event is for ages 16 and… View full article…

Visitors to SEASPAR's office are greeted by an “International & National Athletes Wall of Fame.” The Wall of Fame is a group of plaques honoring the 11 SEASPAR Special Olympics athletes who have been selected to compete in World or USA Games over the last 40 years. “The Wall of Fame is not, and has never… View full article…

SEASPAR's 10th annual Holiday Spectacular is a showcase of our participants' talents and abilities in various arts such as theatre, dance, and music. All are invited to attend this unique recital and cheer on the performers! This free event is Monday, December 5 at 7 p.m. at the Theatre of Western Springs, located at 4384… View full article…

Both of SEASPAR's Spartans Volleyball teams earned silver medals at the Special Olympics Illinois Fall Games in Rockford, Ill. on October 23. The Special Olympics Illinois Fall Games is one of nine state sports competitions, and the final competition for those participating in volleyball and equestrian events. More than 550 athletes competed in the event.… View full article…

On October 21, SEASPAR hosted our fifth annual Trivia Challenge fundraiser at the American Legion Post 80 in Downers Grove. More than 220 SEASPAR supporters tested their trivia skills at the event, answering questions about pop culture, politics, history, and science, plus playing a delicious round of “Name That Jelly Belly.” The winning team correctly… View full article…

Supporting SEASPAR by shopping - what could be better? Join our annual Holiday Shopping Night and 20% of all proceeds from participating stores will be donated to SEASPAR! Take part by shopping at Avec Panache, Evelyn Jane Boutique, and 221 Creations on Curtiss Street in Downers Grove on Thursday, December 1 from 3-9 p.m. These… View full article…

The SEASPAR Kiwanis Aktion Club is a unique community service organization for adults with disabilities who wish to help others. The club conducts fundraisers to support local, state, national, and international charitable causes. Past recipients of Aktion Club funds include organizations that provide veteran and senior services, hunger and disaster relief, health and medical research, animal welfare,… View full article…

SEASPAR is hosting an Art Show at the Darien Park District’s Community Center on Thursday, November 3 from 7-8:30 p.m.! This special event is being held as part of SEASPAR’s 40th anniversary celebration in 2016. The Art Show will display the artistic talents of SEASPAR’s participants. Refreshments prepared by participants will be served. The event… View full article…

SEASPAR is hiring energetic and dependable part-time staff for the fall season! Current staffing needs include Program Assistants to work at weekly programs and special events designed specifically for individuals with disabilities. Program Assistants work with a team of other staff members to encourage and promote full participation in activities. Staff is especially needed for… View full article…