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Seattle Parks and Recreation Seeks Consultants for Community-Driven Central District Black Legacy Parks Plan

August 13, 2026

UPDATE: Application Extension to Aug. 28, 2026 Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is seeking qualified consultants to help lead the Central District Black Legacy Plan, a community-driven planning effort focused on celebrating and preserving the history and legacy of Black activists, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and community leaders in Seattle’s Central District…. [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation invites community to learn about Dr. Jose Rizal Park upper site renovation at the Dr. Jose Rizal Jazz Festival

August 11, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to learn about future improvements for Dr. Jose Rizal Park, 1007 12th Ave. S. on Beacon Hill. Please join us at the Dr. Jose Rizal Jazz Festival hosted by the Rizal Bridge and Preservation Society on Sunday, August 16 from 1 to 6… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle’s Most Visionary Park Turns 50: Freeway Park Celebrates a Half-Century of Urban Innovation

August 10, 2026

An August 22nd 50th anniversary celebration will spotlight the park’s historic legacy, vibrant future, and enduring role as Seattle’s original urban oasis. Fifty years ago, Seattle boldly reimagined what a city park could be. In 1976, Freeway Park opened as a groundbreaking feat of urban design, transforming the airspace above… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the South Park Community to provide input for future fitness zone at Marra-Desimone Park

July 31, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to visit our booth at the Duwamish River Festival, 8700 Dallas Ave. S, on Saturday, August 8 between noon and 5 pm to learn about the future Marra-Desimone Park Fitness Zone. Together with your input we will provide exercise equipment that will provide a new fitness zone for all. This is a community-initiated project funded by… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Invites Community To Learn More About Loyal Heights Community Center Renovation – Join Us at Tasty Tunes! 

July 29, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to learn more about the Loyal Heights Community Center Renovation Project during the Tasty Tunes festival on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1 to 5 pm.  Please join us and find our booth at Loyal Heights Community Center, 2101 NW 77th St, Seattle WA 98117.   At the event, SPR staff will share the… [ Keep reading ]

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Community Invited To Learn More About Westcrest Park South Restroom Renovation  

July 28, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) invites the community to an update on the Westcrest Park restroom on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm. This is an opportunity to meet the design team and to learn about the replacement for the south restroom and restoration of the old play area location. SPR is replacing the south restroom with a prefabricated facility that meets Americans with… [ Keep reading ]

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Community Invited to Learn More About Magnolia Playfield Projects

July 28, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to preview design concepts, ask questions, and share feedback on two projects planned for Magnolia Playfield.  Please join us to learn more about the Magnolia Playfield Play Area Renovation and the proposed Magnolia Playfield Skatedot. SPR will host two information sessions and encourages the community to… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Invites Community To Celebrate At View Ridge Playfield Play Area

July 16, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is happy to invite the community to View Ridge Playfield Play Area, 4408 NE 70th St. on Wednesday, July 22 from 4 to 6 pm for a fun evening at the recently renovated play area featuring music and popsicles. This event celebrates the successful play area and restroom renovation at View Ridge Playfield. The improvements are part of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s ongoing commitment… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Provides Update for Green Lake Community Center, Pool and Play Area Renovation Project

July 1, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to participate in one of the upcoming project update public meetings for the Green Lake Community Center, Pool and Play Area. These meetings are an opportunity for the community to learn more about the current design concepts and provide input. Please join… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Opens Maple Wood Playfield!  

June 29, 2026

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is pleased to announce Maple Wood Playfield is open! The community is encouraged to visit and explore the recently renovated park at 4801 Corson Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98108 on Beacon Hill. Maple Wood Playfield’s new design provides a cohesive, accessible park for the surrounding community and city-wide recreation. The Maple Wood Playfield Renovation project provides improved design features, four single-stall… [ Keep reading ]

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