Wednesday, Oct. 10 is National Walk to a Park Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the important role that parks play in supporting healthy, livable communities. Take The Trust for Public Land pledge and enter to win prizes! Pledge to walk to a park on Oct. 10 and enter to… [ Keep reading ]
Join us, the Duwamish Longhouse, and volunteer naturalist Jeff Rahlmann as we explore the spiders of the Duwamish River Valley. Come dispel the fear and learn more about one of nature’s greatest architects! WHAT: Duwamish Spiders – Dispel the Fear WHERE: Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center (4705 W Marginal Way… [ Keep reading ]
The Golden Gardens Dog Off-Leash Area will be closed from Tuesday, Oct. 2 through Thursday, Oct. 4 for tree maintenance work. The closure hours are between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The goal of the work is the enhance safety for all users. For a map and list of other… [ Keep reading ]
Leaves are falling. There’s a crispness in the air. Football is back in season. All clear signs that fall has arrived, and with it, come dozens of Fall Festivals happening at community centers across Seattle. See below to find out what’s happening near you–from pumpkin carving activities, to potlucks, to… [ Keep reading ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 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 ]
