October 27, 2026. Blythe Park PTA Happenings
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October 27, 2026

Blythe Park PTA Happenings

Bike Bus: Week 3 HIATUS!

We are on a hiatus this week for Halloween festivities! We'll continue in November for as many Fridays as weather allows.

Blythe Event Reminders

October 30: Halloween activities and half day (11:20 dismissal). See Mr. Reid's most recent email for event details and costume guidelines. The PTA provides a magic show from Pocket Circus for all students. All families are invited to the (weather dependent) costume parade at 10:50 in the amphitheater.

November 11: Veterans Day performance and veterans reception. See Mr. Howes' October 9 email for details and to RSVP.

Blythe Park Book Fair

It's the best time of the year! Timed just right for holiday purchases, plan on shopping by yourself or with your student, in-person or online. This is open to the entire community, so tell your friends, family, and neighbors to buy books while supporting Blythe Park!

Shop after school and during evening conferences November 18-20.

VOLUNTEERS are also needed to make the fair a success! Review the available slots and sign up where you can help.

Spirit Wear Sale

Show off your Blythe Park pride! The spirit wear store is open through November 10 and items will be delivered to school before Thanksgiving Break.

Parents Night Out & Staff Auction

Save the date for our 2026 Parents Night Out & Teacher Experience Auction. This auction takes place every other year to preserve staff commitments and their generous time, so you won't want to miss what they "donate"!

Teachers and staff lean into their hobbies, interests, and areas of expertise to come up with fun experiences to share with students. Past items have included after school cooking lessons, librarian for a day, personal training sessions, and more. While the auction will take place online, several items will be available for in-person bidding only, so get that sitter lined up!

Thursday, November 12
7pm-9pm
​​​​​​​Riverside Swim Club

Happening at Blythe

Student Council Updates

Sock Drive: Donate NEW socks to benefit BEDS Plus. Drop off at Blythe by November 2.

Pumpkin Decorating Contest: Have fun with this optional family activity! Bring your decorated (not carved) pumpkin to school on October 29 for a voting contest.

Parks & Rec After School Classes: Register now for fall/winter enrichment classes including chess, schoolhouse kitchen, multisports madness, and basketball. Classes run November 9-December 16.


Save the Date!

​​​​​​​Oct. 30 Halloween Activities and Half Day Dismissal
Nov. 12 Parents Night Out and Teacher Experience Auction
Nov. 17 PTA Meeting
Nov. 18-20: Book Fair

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Blythe Park PTA

735 Leesley Road, Riverside, IL