We serve over 1,300 children and adults in more than 600 programs, trips and special events each year. Programming options include recreational and competitive sports, fitness, cultural arts, general recreation, bowling, aquatics and more!
The Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation provides individuals with disabilities access to meaningful and life-enriching recreation and leisure opportunities.
Positivity • Inclusivity • Empowerment • Community • Excellence • Safety
M-NASR is an extension of: Des Plaines Park District, Golf Maine Park District, Morton Grove Park District, Niles Park District, Park Ridge Park District, Skokie Park District and the Village of Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation department.
We were deeply honored to receive the Community Partnership Award from Shore Community Services in late June. Our Sports Explorer program embodies what true partnership looks like: opening doors for Shore’s Community Day Services participants to engage in recreational sports, wellness activities and the broader community around them. We look forward to building on this…
A heartfelt thank you to the Niles Chamber of Commerce and Industry – and to everyone who took the time to vote for M-NASR as Small Business of the Year! We were truly honored to receive this award at their Night of Roses event on May 1, 2026. This recognition means a great deal to…
On Wednesday April 22, the M-NASR community came together for our 2026 Recognition Night, bringing participants, families, staff and supporters under one roof to celebrate a year of impact and achievement. We extend our congratulations to ProAutoIllinois, our 2026 Supporter of the Year. Your ongoing support and generosity continue to make a lasting difference…
April 27: Priority resident registration begins
May 11: Non-resident registration begins
May 15: Summer registration ends
June 8–August 9: Summer program dates
August 5, 2026
August 3–13: Priority resident registration
August 14: Lottery if a program goes over maximum enrollment
August 17–21: Non-resident registration
August 21: Summer registration ends
September 8–November 15: Fall program dates
November 30–December 18: Bonus session dates
