Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) continues to be in communication with, and following the guidance of, Public Health—Seattle & King County (PHSKC), the City’s Office of Emergency Management, and Washington Department of Health regarding COVID-19. SPR impacts: Programs for seniors canceled: All Lifelong Recreation classes, trips, and drop-in programs for… [ Keep reading ]
Over the years, many community members have shared concerns about vandalism and unattended fires at the Laurelhurst firepit (located at Laurelhurst Park next to the community center). When Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) recently proposed addressing these concerns through the removal of the firepit, many community members reached out to… [ Keep reading ]
Ballard Pool closed for planned major maintenance on December 2nd, and is now expected to reopen sometime in mid-May (instead of our most recent estimate of April), depending on progress. Please check our Facebook page and voicemail (206-684-4094) for status updates. For a list of other pools in the area that can… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is currently working on developing the Seattle Park District Financial Plan, which will lay out the funding for the next six years of the Seattle Park District. Community members are encouraged to learn more and join the discussion in building the next six-year budget by… [ Keep reading ]
As a best practice to prevent the spread of viruses during this cold and flu season, and in response to general concerns over Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is increasing custodial cleaning efforts at our facilities, including community centers and pools. SPR is implementing these measures… [ Keep reading ]
Spring Applications Due March 19 As a SUNGuide you will: Develop Job Skills in public speaking, education techniques and group engagement. Enjoy a community of volunteers and city staff. Receive FREE Training on Pacific Northwest flora and fauna, habitats, environmental education techniques to connect with a wide variety of audiences… [ Keep reading ]
Join us at noon on Sunday, March 1 as the Seattle Japanese Garden celebrates First Viewing, a re-opening event welcoming the general public inside the gates for the first time in 2020. Prior to the gates opening to the public at noon, the Seattle Japanese Garden will hold a special Shinto Blessing ceremony starting at… [ Keep reading ]
Community invited to join the discussion and provide feedback Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is currently working on developing the Seattle Park District Financial Plan, which will lay out the funding for the next six years of the Seattle Park District. In 2014, Seattle voters approved the Seattle Park District,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation is busy developing a financial plan to further our vision of supporting Healthy People, a Healthy Environment, and Strong Communities, which includes building up community, sustaining parks, and bringing affordable and supportive recreation opportunities across our city. In 2014, Seattle voters approved the Seattle Park District…. [ Keep reading ]
*****For updated information about the shower/hygiene program during the pandemic, see this post. Seattle Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that we are expanding our Hygiene Services program for Seattle Public School Students and Community Members. As part of this program, we make showers and restrooms available free of… [ Keep reading ]
