10/24 Hoffman Estates Park District to honor Stephanie Felber as Outstanding Citizen Volunteer of the Year
10/24/2024
Hoffman Estates, IL – The Hoffman Estates Park District (HEParks) is proud to announce that Stephanie Felber was recently honored as the Outstanding Citizen Volunteer of the Year by the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD). Stephanie received this prestigious award for her decades-long commitment to youth programs and her exceptional leadership of the Twirling Twisters Baton Corps.
Since 1994, Stephanie Felber has devoted countless hours to teaching baton classes and coaching the Twirling Twisters, a youth baton twirling team she founded in 1989. Under her guidance, the team has achieved remarkable success, including state-level victories and participation in national competitions. The Twirling Twisters have also been selected to represent the U.S. at the World Baton Twirling Championships in Turin, Italy, in 2025.
“Stephanie’s dedication and passion for youth development and the arts have made a profound impact on our community,” said Craig Talsma, executive director of HEParks. “We are thrilled to celebrate her contributions with this well-deserved recognition.”
Stephanie Felber was formally recognized at the IAPD Best of the Best Awards Gala last week, which took place at the Wheeling Park District’s Chevy Chase Country Club.
Established in 1928, the Illinois Association of Park Districts serves over 370 park, recreation, and conservation agencies throughout the state. IAPD assists their members in providing the best parks, facilities and programs for the citizens they serve. For more information about IAPD, its board, and mission, please visit the IAPD website at ilparks.org.
Hoffman Estates Park District (HEParks) stands as a cornerstone of community life in Illinois, distinguished by its extensive array of parks and top-tier recreational services. Awarded multiple state and national honors, including prestigious gold medals, HEParks exemplifies excellence in park management and recreational programming.
Spanning over 900 acres, our facilities include more than 70 parks, a Level 1 accredited arboretum, two dog parks, and five engaging splash pads. The community centers feature comprehensive fitness facilities and host a diverse range of sports and recreation programs tailored for every age group — from toddlers to seniors.
Pictured from left to right: Chairman of the IAPD Board of Trustees, Gary Gillis; HEParks Volunteer Coach, Stephanie Felber; HEParks Executive Director, Craig Talsma; HEParks Director of Recreation, Karrie Miletic, HEParks Commissioner, Pat McGinn; President of the HEParks Board of Commissioners, Rajkumari Chhatwani; Assistant Secretary of the HEParks Board of Commissioners, Linda Dressler; and Treasurer of the HEParks Board of Commissioners, Robert Kaplan
