ComEd, Chicago Park District Invite Illinois Residents to Enter Sweepstakes to Turn on Iconic Buckingham Fountain
2024年4月11日 - 4:23AM
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10th annual Switch on Summer celebration marks
unofficial start to season with return of retired WGN-TV Chief
Meteorologist Tom Skilling
ComEd, in collaboration with the Chicago Park District is
thrilled to announce the return of the Switch on Summer celebration
for its tenth consecutive year. The public is invited to Chicago’s
Grant Park to witness the switching on of Buckingham Fountain to
mark the unofficial start of the summer season, alongside WGN-TV’s
beloved retired Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling who
returns as master of ceremonies.
The free event, which takes place from 11:30 a.m. to
1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, will feature a preview of the
12th anniversary of the Park District’s popular Night Out in the
Parks summer event series lineup, and access to ComEd support
resources including bill assistance, energy management programs,
home energy saving tips, and more.
Residents from within ComEd’s northern Illinois service
territory are invited to enter a sweepstakes for the chance
to be selected to switch on Buckingham Fountain at the event. All
entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on April 30,
2024.
"Even in retirement, I look forward to joining Chicago
residents, families, and visitors at the fountain on May 11 to
celebrate the start of summer, enjoy educational programming and
outdoor cultural performances," said Tom Skilling, former Chief
Meteorologist, WGN-TV. “It is a joy to continue sharing this
event with local residents and visitors.”
"ComEd is proud to join the City of Chicago and members of the
public to Switch on Summer — and to provide our guests with
valuable information to manage their energy and reduce their
bills,” said Gil Quiniones, ComEd President and CEO.
“Buckingham Fountain is an iconic attraction for residents and
visitors around the world, and we’re hoping a big crowd will help
us flip the switch for summer in Chicago."
Buckingham Fountain, a major tourist attraction, welcomes
millions of visitors a year and serves as the backdrop for many of
Chicago’s summertime events and activities along the lakefront.
"The iconic fountain is one of Chicago’s most beloved historic
attractions and architectural gems that brings great joy and
amazement to city residents and visitors, year after year,” said
Rosa Escareño, General Superintendent and CEO of the
Chicago Park District. “The Chicago Park District invites
everyone to come and countdown with us as we turn on the fountain
for its 97th season during the fun and free Switch on Summer
event."
Summer in Chicago is a fun season with Chicago Park District’s
Night Out in the Parks, the free event series accessible to all
ages and abilities. The 12th edition of this celebration of
Chicago’s vibrant cultures and emerging and seasoned arts
professionals in parks citywide will bring world-class cultural
events, including outdoor movies, dance performances and theater
productions, to every one of the city's 77 community areas in 250
parks citywide.
For the latest event updates, visit
ComEd.com/SwitchOnSummer.
About ComEd
ComEd is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:
EXC), a Fortune 250 energy company with approximately 10 million
electricity and natural gas customers – the largest number of
customers in the U.S. ComEd powers the lives of more than 4 million
customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state's
population. For more information visit ComEd.com, and connect with
the company on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and
YouTube.
About Chicago Park District
The Chicago Park District is the Gold Medal Award winner,
recognized for excellence in park and recreation management across
the nation. For more information about the Chicago Park District’s
more than 8,800 acres of parkland, more than 600 parks, 26 miles of
lakefront, 11 museums, two world-class conservatories, 16 historic
lagoons, nearly 50 nature areas, thousands of special events,
sports and entertaining programs, please visit
www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or contact the Chicago Park District at
312/742.PLAY. Follow us @ChicagoParks & @ChicagoParkDistrict on
social media. Want to share your talent? Volunteer in the parks by
calling, 312/742.PLAY.
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