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Volunteer Spotlight: Seattle Urban Nature Guides Hannah and Kristin

Hannah Palm is getting ready to engage elementary school students in an exploration of pond habitats. She gathers her supplies: laminated pictures of pond life and other animals that depend on ponds. Exoskeletons of dragonfly nymphs. A study skin of a bird that uses the ponds. Nets, bug boxes and… [ Keep reading ]

Toddler Indoor Play Areas – Fall Brochures are here!

Designed for children 5 and younger, Toddler Gyms and Indoor Play Areas offer a variety of toys and larger space to play indoors. Children will enjoy toys, balls, trikes, scooters, push bikes, and more. These spaces are designed specifically for younger children in mind and provide a great place to… [ Keep reading ]

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with Seattle Parks and Recreation!

The 25th Annual National Public Lands Day is happening on Sept. 22, 2018 National Public Lands Day is dedicated to highlighting the importance of public lands at all levels of government, and to fostering connections between people and the green spaces in their community. This year’s event will be held… [ Keep reading ]

Fall Nature Programs – Pre-Register Today!

There is a chill and tingle in the air.  Baseball is winding down and football is ramping up. Fall! A wonderful season to get outside and explore the wonders of our local parks.  Salmon, Mushrooms, Birds and so very much more! Check out our Fall Nature Programs below and then… [ Keep reading ]

Updates to planned temporary closure at Southwest Pool

Southwest Pool operating on reduced schedule through Oct. 14 Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) originally planned to close Southwest Pool from Sept. 13-Oct. 14 for ADA improvements. However, contracts and permits were unable to be secured in time to meet the planned closure dates. Although construction work will not be… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation celebrates Welcoming Week with events in our downtown parks

    Seattle Parks and Recreation is celebrating Welcoming Week with the following three events in our downtown parks. Welcoming Week, which this year will be held Sept. 14-23, is an annual series of events that bring together immigrants, refugees, and native-born residents to raise awareness of the benefits of… [ Keep reading ]

Community invited to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Rainier Beach Community Center and Pool on Sept. 22

Join us in celebrating the 5th anniversary of Rainier Beach Community Center and Pool on Saturday, September 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. We will have live music, food, and free aerobics, karate and basketball activities, as well as a free swim time from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for the… [ Keep reading ]

Volunteer for Green Seattle Day on Nov. 3 and help plant the future forests of Seattle

  Join us and the Green Seattle Partnership on Saturday, Nov. 3 for Green Seattle Day! Hundreds of volunteers will plant thousands of plants in parks throughout the Emerald City, and all community members are welcome to participate. Events begin at 9 a.m. at 15 park sites across Seattle. No… [ Keep reading ]

Youth Basketball League for Girls & Boys

School is back in session, and that means it’s almost time for Youth Basketball! If you’re between the ages of 10-17 and looking for a team to play on, look no further. Registration for girls and boys starts October 2, 2018. Be sure to fill out a Registration Form and give it… [ Keep reading ]

Interested in working in the public sector? Join us at the Public Sector Diversity Career Fair!

Join us and partners at the Public Sector Diversity Career Fair on Saturday, September 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Renton Pavilion, 233 Burnett Ave. S, Renton, WA. We encourage you to register for this event here. Job seekers will find: Free admission Convenient location at transit center… [ Keep reading ]