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“No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow”

If Punxsutawney Phil and the upcoming weather forecast are any indication, we still have a while before it starts to feel like spring in Seattle. While indoor play on a soggy February day sounds nice, it is the joyful challenge of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Environmental Education and Outdoor Learning… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent names two new parks

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) Superintendent Jesús Aguirre has approved the names of two new parks: a 1.7-acre neighborhood park that is part of the Yesler Terrace Master Planned Community and a new park in the heart of Fremont. SPR invited the public in October 2016 to submit potential names… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation acquires land to expand Kiwanis Memorial Preserve Park

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) purchased a 4,400 sq. ft. property at 4451 33rd Ave. W, expanding Kiwanis Memorial Preserve Park in January 2017. The Seattle Park District provided $158,000 for the acquisition of this parcel which SPR has been trying to purchase since the mid-1990’s. This property expands the… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation applies for coverage permits from the Washington State Department of Ecology

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking coverage through Washington Department of Ecology permits to use aquatic herbicides to systemically control certain aquatic weeds. The goal is to improve water quality by managing both the invasive water lilies and milfoil at City’s freshwater beaches, swim areas, moorages and high use recreation sites…. [ Keep reading ]

Your Seattle Parks and Recreation Spring Bucket List

After the dark, cold, and rainy days of winter, we are thrilled to welcome the official start of the spring season on March 20! If you’ve spent the winter hibernating, now is the time to start venturing out and getting reacquainted with all of the wonderful outdoor opportunities our city… [ Keep reading ]

Increasing access for Seattle residents

As Seattle continues to experience a homelessness crisis, we are committed to ensuring access and opportunities for those living unsheltered. To that end, we have opened showers at several of our community centers to people experiencing homelessness. Last year, we had more than 1,000 usages of our free shower program…. [ Keep reading ]

Spring Eggstravaganzas: Seattle Parks and Recreation offers free egg hunts throughout the city

Seattle Parks and Recreation will host free egg hunts at various locations throughout Seattle in March and April. See below for location details. Events subject to change; please call local community centers to confirm dates and times. NORTHEAST Spring Egg Hunt What: Bring a bag or basket to hunt for… [ Keep reading ]

Apply for 2017 Recreation for All funds

The Recreation for All (Rec4All) fund through the Seattle Park District supports local nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and community groups to provide culturally relevant physical and enrichment programming to under-resourced communities in neighborhoods where health and enrichment disparities are prevalent. The goal of the community funding is to further strengthen… [ Keep reading ]

Wallingford Find It, Fix It Community Walk

Join Mayor Ed Murray for a Find It, Fix It Community Walk in the Wallingford neighborhood on Tuesday, March 14! Refreshments will be provided and the first 50 walk participants who sign in will receive a gift bag  full of City department goods and information. Who: Wallingford community members and City officials… [ Keep reading ]

Spring/Summer 2017 Brochures

Our Spring/Summer 2017 Brochures are here! Spring and summer are our favorite times of year because the weather is great and the outdoors call us. Our wading pools are teeming with toddlers, our lawns are filled with picnic baskets, our beaches are dotted with volleyball players and sand castles, and… [ Keep reading ]