This park seems like it would be a great one because of the surrounding neighborhood and riverfront…read morelocation. But it's just average, and I've been to several superior parks in Chicago (and the surrounding suburbs). The view can be really cool; there aren't a ton of park right on the river, and even fewer where the architecture cruises glide by (Ping Tom Park in Chinatown is the only other one that immediately comes to mind). And it is fun to sit with little ones along the riverfront and watch those boats go by; as my toddler is learning to talk, she likes to wave at the boats and say hi. But the facilities are just ok. They do have a splash pad, and since this year she's old enough to enjoy that it will be fun to see her play around. There are lots of swings, and a couple climbing structures. There's also a large rope thing that is questionable; it's probably just the times I've been here when it hasn't been very much in use. There are a few drinking fountains, but one of them didn't work and one of them wouldn't turn off. There are several kind of hills built in here... I guess for climbing? The terrain on the playground is that kind of rubbery stuff, but some of it is down in tiles and the tiles are kind f peeling up. There are a couple of benches on the east side of the park and a couple of tables under a canopy, but my friend mentioned that it could do with one or two benches on the west end of the park. I like that the playground is fully fenced--although it's infuriating when some people (other parents!) walk in and leave the gate open. Use your brains people, please. It's definitely a neighborhood park but there are parking spaces since there are businesses around.

We used to live in river north before moving to the burbs. Loved bringing my toddler to this park…read more All year long this place is fantastic for families. We had our son's first birthday party in the park. I'm the winter when it does snow there's a small hill to sled with kiddos. Fall is gorgeous too by the river. There is a chicago taxi stop too that operates during the summer. Though during the pandemic it had stopped service. There is a dog park next to it and a children play area that's fantastic. During the pandemic when we missed halloween cpd came and handed candy to children, which i thought was very sweet.

This is a nice well kept large enjoyment area under the Illinois department of conservation in the…read moreCity of Cicero. Nice fenced in splash pad for children , 2 large playgrounds for children with modern equipment, tennis courts with futbol goals as well and a basketball court as well on the South end of Park. Located in a quiet residential area. Please read park rules that are posted and be respectful of residents. There is a new and nice 5/3 Bank just a block South. Located just North of Cermak Road, many places to eat , shop and enjoy along Cermak Road and surrounding areas.

Williamsburg Square Park is a fairly obscure and hidden park on the north edge of Northbrook and…read moreadjacent to and just to the east of Northbrook Court Mall.  They do have a single softball field and a couple of tennis courts and a playground for the kiddos.  The softball field is what brought us up here during a busy playoff time for the Northbrook girls softball league.  I can't rate it as highly as other excellent Northbrook parks mainly because the parking situation is a little inconvenient, the well maintained softball field only has spectator stands on one side (so a lawn chair may be needed for a game), and it is a pretty modest park relatively speaking.  But it is well kept and clean and that's always a big plus.  The closest parking is actually on the grounds of the Northbrook Court Mall (about a block away) as there is no parking on the adjoining and close by Rudolph Dr. Still a quite nice park overall and it got the job done for us.

I love this little park in Printer's Row! It's really warm and inviting, with multiple paths and…read morelots of seating. It's a nice place to sit and enjoy the trees. I like to read here. Lots of people pass thru with their cute dogs. It's a relaxing and positive vibe.

Cool small park located in the South Loop. Dearborn Park is also in the neighborhood of the same…read morename. It has a few features including a fitness course and a playground. Mostly exists for the residents around it. This is next to the large housing complex, and most people here are from there. A redevelopment of a former train station resulted in the creation of this green area. It's the former site of the Dearborn Street Railroad Station. The architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill laid out the residential complex in the 1970s, and the park is the centerpiece of this. Among the features is a fitness course. The neighborhood and park are named after General Henry Dearborn, who was also a Secretary Of War. He served as this for Thomas Jefferson. The park has a pretty modern playground Good place for people who live here to hang around. It's also close to the Chicago Curry House if you get hungry. There's a few other places around to eat or whatever.

No, this is not a new pizza place with a baseball theme...sorry!…read more A statue of Joe DiMaggio just steps from Taylor Street amidst carefully preened greenery and neighborhood fixtures perched on park benches. A gift from the City of Chicago to the Little Italy neighborhood in 1998 to celebrate the 'hoods strong Italian immigrant community, rich sports heritage and support system. Oh, and a Starbucks...but that doesn't fit in with this sweet little picture I'm trying to paint, but hell...that iced coffee did taste good while strolling through the "piazza," so I'll shut my little non-Italian mouth. Located directly across the street from the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame (beautiful building). A nice little stop on a walking tour of Little Italy, show off your "local knowledge." No one has reviewed this yet!? I win! Ok, we all win. Please note: I do not think Joe DiMaggio ever grew up in Chicago or played in Chicago, but I could be wrong. Please correct me if I am. Better yet, please visit this little gem and then review it, and THEN tell me I am wrong.

Colleen C. pretty much summed this one up aesthetically and Jerad T. hit the minuses (I would also…read moreadd the rat poison in the soil as a minus as a dog owner). If Starbucks cleaned their patrons trash from the plaza, it would help a ton with that rat problem as well. I happen to really like this little gem. I doubt too many public works are planned for the neighborhood in the near future, so enjoy it people. The fountains offer a nice mist when the wind blows during a hot summer day as well. I agree that Joltin Joe didnt play for Chicago, but I believe it stands appropriately considering he is one of the greatest Italian American athletes ever and as Colleen C. mentioned, the statue is "Located directly across the street from the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame (beautiful building)" The only thing left to say is why he would be considered one the greatest Italian-American athletes. I reference Wiki here for the facts, so if they are wrong take it up with the rest of public blogging world that encompasses Wiki. Joseph Paul "Joe" DiMaggio (November 25, 1914 - March 8, 1999), nicknamed "Joltin' Joe" and "The Yankee Clipper," was an Italian American Major League Baseball center fielder. He played his entire 13-year Major League Baseball career for the New York Yankees. He was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1955. DiMaggio was a 3-time MVP winner and 13-time All-Star (the only player to be selected for the All-Star Game in every season he played). In his thirteen year career, the Yankees won ten pennants and nine world championships. At the time of his retirement, he had the fifth-most career home runs (361) and sixth-highest slugging percentage (.579) in history. He is perhaps best known for his 56-game hitting streak (May 15-July 16, 1941), a record that still stands.] A 1969 poll conducted to coincide with the centennial of professional baseball voted him the sport's greatest living player. Giuseppe and Rosalia DiMaggio were among the thousands of German, Japanese and Italian immigrants classified as "enemy aliens" by the government after Pearl Harbor was bombed by Japan. They had to carry photo ID booklets at all times, and were not allowed to travel outside a five mile radius from their home without a permit. Giuseppe was barred from the San Francisco Bay, where he had fished for decades, and his boat was seized. Rosalia became an American citizen in 1944; Giuseppe in 1945. On September 17, 1992, the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital at Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, Florida, opened, for which he raised over $4,000,000.[14] Yankee Stadium's fifth monument was dedicated to DiMaggio on April 25, 1999, and the West Side Highway was officially renamed in his honor. The Yankees wore DiMaggio's number 5 on the left sleeves of their uniforms for the 1999 season. He is ranked #11 on The Sporting News' list of the 100 Greatest Baseball Players, and was elected by fans to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team. An auction of DiMaggio's personal items was held on May 19-20, 2006 by the adopted daughters of DiMaggio's son. Highlights included: the ball hit to break Wee Willie Keeler's hitting-streak record ($63,250); 2,000th career hit ball ($29,900); 1947 Most Valuable Player Award ($281,750); uniform worn in the 1951 World Series ($195,500); Hall of Fame ring ($69,000); photograph Marilyn autographed "I love you Joe" ($80,500); her passport ($115,000); their marriage certificate ($23,000). The event netted a total of $4.1 million.

Every park isn't that great while also not being that bad, just average. Heritage Green Park is…read moresuch one. It doesn't have much going on, just green space. For some people, that's all they need though so it's not a bad thing to have. There's lots of room for dogs to run around, and humans to chill and relax. Bare bones park is a description of it, almost. It actually does have some things in it. There's a few benches and paths. Green space is the main thing about it. Lots of it and quite a few trees. As far as playgrounds, there aren't any. The most interesting thing about it is a statue. It's called "Grainne." This was a gift by Galway, a city in Ireland. Chicago has lots of Irish heritage. This is a statue that certainly makes sense. Good park to hang out for a bit. It's nothing really that interesting but it's good to get out. There's a few benches for sitting and a few paths for walking.

I've driven by this park countless times; I used to pass it nearly daily when I had my old job. I'm…read morehonestly not sure I ever noticed it, though, before I stopped at Old St. Pat's this week. It's known as a "passive park", because it has no programming, playground, or any facilities besides some benches. The most notable feature of the park is a large sculpture at the southwest entrance called Grainne, which commemorates the Sister Cities relationship between Chicago and Galway, Ireland. The name is somewhat odd, and was developed by the park's advisory group. It's said to reflect the peoples of various heritage that have called the area home, as it was a gathering place for lots of new immigrants in Chicago. "Green" is in homage to the old-timey town greens that were the original parks. I wandered through simply because I was surprised it was here, but it wasn't much of a park. I liked the sculpture quite a lot. If one lived nearby this would be an ok place to stop if you wanted a minimal amount of green space, but otherwise there are better parks in the city.

Lovely gem sitting in the South Berwyn Area. Located West of Oak Park Ave, east of Kenilworth…read moreAvenue. This beautifully maintained and well landscaped park, offers nice playground equipment for children. The plastic slides, so they don't burn their little legs on those old metal ones on those hot days in Chicagoland. They have nice swings for all ages. I love that they welcome dogs and do have clean up after your dog bags- which promotes cleanliness in the neighborhood and good values. Kids spaces and pet spaces are important. So cool. How cool, built in cement outdoor seating. Well polished and maintained nicely. Built in checker / chess board. So Asian / Euro/ NYC Vibes! Fun! Beautiful little park in this nice neighborhood just 1 block West of MacNeal Hospital Loyola Medical Cancer Center. A wonderful place to take a break and relax. Plenty of places to grab a bite nearby and bring. Familiar Fresh Market, They are directly across the street, from the Hospital on Oak Park Avenue, and have a cafe and prepared take away food items. Bargain prices! Beautiful area. Pace Bus stops 1 block Away on Oak Park Avenue. Metra Train stops 2 blocks away.

This is an excellent Morton Grove neighborhood park with a basketball court, two t-ball fields, a…read moreplayground, and a sandlot (with little excavators for kids). It's very friendly for dogs and short walks, given that they have both a doggie bag and disposal area as well as a tree-lined path that spans around a block in a paved circle. There are little park benches dotting the path. The playground has one set for younger toddlers, and a gigantic area for more daring, older kids. (Some of those tube slides go insanely fast, and I can see the repeated slide appeal). The area is really well maintained, and I've seen the park district come by to refill mulch and powerwash the playground equipments. There's even a "free ditial game" app learning board to help guardians set up digital games, if needed. Lovely little park with something for everyone.