What festival does the village of Lisle, IL host?
Lisle is a village in DuPage County, Illinois, United States. The population was 21,182 at the 2000 census, and estimated to be 23,376 as of 2005. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area and the Illinois Technology and Research Corridor. In July 2007, Lisle was ranked #20 in Money magazine’s list of “100 Best Places to Live. Lisle was permanently settled in 1832 after the Blackhawk War by James and Luther Hatch. The two brothers settled land near what is now Ogden Avenue and began a small farming community. This early beginning makes Lisle Township the oldest settlement in DuPage County. [3] A number of firsts for Lisle came in the 1830s with the First Congregational Church of DuPage in 1833, the first post office (managed by John Thompson) in 1834, and the first schoolhouse in 1837. The railroad came to Lisle in 1864 with the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad. A fire destroyed the railroad depot, but it was rebuilt in 1874 by the Railroad. On the 4th of July 2006, Lisle cele
One of Lisle’s most popular festivals is the Eyes to the Skies Festival, which is held every July 4th weekend in Community Park. The festival features colorful hot air balloons, balloon launches, nationally known entertainment, a children’s area, an arts and crafts fair, food court, carnival, fireworks and an assortment of daily events. Attendance averages more than 200,000 per season. Lisle Park District (630) 964-3410 1825 Short Street www.lisleparkdistrict.org The Lisle Park District owns and/or maintains 42 sites, totaling 447 acres. Through generous lease arrangements and cooperative efforts of Lisle Community Unit School District 202, the Village of Lisle, and Naperville Community Unit School District 203, the Lisle Park District is able to expand program offerings through the use of their property and facilities. The Park District provides activities throughout the year which targets all age groups. Community Park is
