Tree trimming is the most dangerous job in America, and this Arbor Day we want to recognize the expertise and bravery of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s (SPR) Tree Crew. The SPR Tree Crew is comprised of eight arborists (a.k.a. tree trimmers) who are tasked with demand and preventative maintenance of… [ Keep reading ]
Sitting atop a ridge in West Seattle, the Seattle Chinese Garden offers 5 acres of stunning parkland that celebrates and shares the beauty of China. Community members are invited to visit the grounds from dawn to dusk free of charge. SCG is accessible via wheelchair and dogs on leash are… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) supports healthy people by providing invigorating ways for residents to connect with others through sports and exercise. SPR maintains 160 tennis courts throughout Seattle, including those at the Amy Yee Tennis Center, and we also partner with Tennis Center at Sand Point to expand access… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Board of Park Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Multi-Use Trail Pilot Project during its board meeting scheduled for April 26, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Dexter Administration Building located at 100 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle, WA. Community members are encouraged to attend this meeting… [ Keep reading ]
Auditions to 2018 program to be held May 5,6 Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is proud to continue its unwavering support of the annual Teen Summer Musical (TSM), and looks forward to strengthening this invaluable program in 2018 and for years to come. Early in 2018, SPR decided… [ Keep reading ]
The sun is emerging from behind the clouds, the weather is getting warmer, and summer is just around the corner. Soon, many community members will be drawn to pools, beaches, and water sports across the region. And as water recreation increases, water safety becomes especially important. According to the… [ Keep reading ]
Each year, Seattle Parks and Recreation celebrates teens with Youth Appreciation Week by providing special programming during Seattle Public Schools’ spring break week. Programming includes regularly scheduled activities, special events, field trips, and activities designed to celebrate this special week for teens. And the best part? All events are… [ Keep reading ]
Medgar Evers Pool is kicking off the 2018 Seattle pride weekend with their Teen Pride Public Swim on Friday, June 22 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. LGBTQ teens are invited to bring their friends and make new ones at this fun, welcoming event. Two group locker rooms will be open… [ Keep reading ]
One of three parks projects has the chance to receive $20,000! Through an initiative called “Meet Me At The Park,” one of three local parks and recreation projects will receive a $20,000 grant – and Seattleites get to choose which one. This Earth Month, the National Recreation and… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation is happy to announce Colman Pool opens for the 2018 season on Saturday, May 26, 2018! Lesson registration for 2018 lessons begins online Tuesday, April 3 at noon. In-person lesson registration at Colman starts weekends only on May 26 and 7 days a week starting June… [ Keep reading ]
