Become an Environmental Learning Unit volunteer and help teach Seattleites about the plants, the animals and the parks in our communities. We’re currently recruiting for Seattle Urban Nature Guides in addition to other great positions. Seattle Urban Nature Guides enhance, promote and foster appreciation of nature by connecting families and… [ Keep reading ]
Discovery Park’s South Beach Seattle’s a great place to be a city dweller, where you have the resources of a thriving metropolis while surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. Sometimes, though, you need a break from the urban crush. While many of our parks provide a place to clear your mind,… [ Keep reading ]
The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Columbia City Farmers Market June 21, 3 – 7 pm Columbia Park http://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/columbia-city Sounders FC March to the Match Wednesday,… [ Keep reading ]
Explore downtown Seattle’s waterfront the “parks way!” Get to know this part of the city by making your way from one park to another, with stops for rest, refreshments and fun. You’ll be rewarded with fabulous views, historical hot spots, and a maxed-out step counter to boot! Starting at the… [ Keep reading ]
Are you ready for magic, mystery, and . . . reptiles!? Laurelhurst Community Center is hosting a series of kid friendly shows full of humor and fun. All Shows begin at 11:00am and cost $5 per family up to 4, with $2 per additional guest. Shows will be outdoors and… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation, Jimi Hendrix Park Foundation and the Friends of Jimi Hendrix Park invite the community to join in the grand opening celebration of Jimi Hendrix Park on June 17, 2017 from noon to 5 p.m. Music fans, neighbors and families are invited to spend the day immersed… [ Keep reading ]
The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Columbia City Farmers Market June 14, 3 – 7 pm Columbia Park http://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/columbia-city Happy Hour in Westlake Park Thursday, June… [ Keep reading ]
This weekend come check out Park in the Heart, an Arts in Parks funded kids’ craft table in Ballard Commons Park. Local artist, Blanca Santander, provides free art lessons to youth of all ages. She develops different lessons for kids of different ages and teaches them new techniques (youngest participant so… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) and Page Olson, member of The Last Resort Fire Department are hosting the Seattle Fire Festival on Saturday, July 8, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Bell Street Blvd Park between 5th and 3rd on Bell Street. This annual festival, once known as the… [ Keep reading ]
Information on the 2018 Emerald City Open Water Swim can be found here. 2017 Swim Results 2017 Emerald City Open Water Swim Results Excel Spreadsheet 2017 Emerald City Open Water Swim Results PDF Download the poster August 19th Andrews Bay, at Seward Park 9:00 a.m. Join us for the 33rd… [ Keep reading ]
