Thanks to everyone who recently attended the 14th Annual Capitol Hill Independence Day Community Picnic at Cal Anderson Park! Started in 2002 by an intrepid handful of neighbors, the event has grown over the years to include live music, free hot dogs, and fun booths and activities. This year’s event was enjoyed… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s 9th Annual Big Day of Play is an ideal opportunity for vendors to reach children, families and seniors from across Seattle in a fun-filled and healthy environment. Share your products and services with 2,500+ attendees; build relationships with new clients and peer organizations; show support for Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
Come make new friends or bond with your family while volunteering! You’ll also receive service hours, food, and a zoo ticket for your time and support. Don’t forget to check out the fun activities that we offer like obstacle course inflatables, rock climbing wall, cultural music and dance presentations, and… [ Keep reading ]
After considering public comments, input from a public meeting, and City policy, Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has recommended that King County Wastewater Treatment Division move forward with the street vacation request which would involve the transferring of the King County owned property located at 8923 Fauntleroy Way SW to… [ Keep reading ]
Hello future Pokémon Masters! We’ve noticed you coming out in droves to our great parks capturing the errant Bulbasaur or Gastly (and many, many Zubats). We love that you are out enjoying the beauty and bounty of our amazing park system. We have some training tips to help your Pokémon… [ Keep reading ]
The Friends of Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands, Seattle Tilth, Seattle Parks Foundation and Seattle Parks and Recreation are pleased to announce that a construction contract has been executed with A1 Landscaping and Construction. Construction began in July 2016 and will be completed in April 2017. The project will… [ Keep reading ]
The 2016 Big Day of Play is back! Presented by Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Get Moving Initiative with support from PCC Natural Markets, Big Day of Play will be held on August 13th Noon-6pm at Rainier Playfields and Center (4600 38th Ave. S, Seattle WA 98118). Big Day of Play… [ Keep reading ]
Join us for an ice cream social and learn more on July 12 Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to a public meeting and ice cream social on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Rainier Beach Community Center and Pool. This meeting is an… [ Keep reading ]
Join us for Dog Days in the Park! On select dates in July and August, bring your four-legged best friend to Bell Street Park for fun and educational activities, including a dog costume contest, a doggy health care day, and much more!
Sunday, June 26, 2016 Green Lake Park The event includes the ½-mile straight course and the 1-mile oval course. All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt and cap. There will be prizes for the top male and female in age group categories. First Open Water Swim? Read up on tips here….. [ Keep reading ]
