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Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent Jesús Aguirre will host a series of community meetings throughout the summer and fall to share his vision for the future of the department and to learn more about the unique needs of each of the city’s diverse neighborhoods. Superintendent Aguirre will give a brief… [ Keep reading ]
Seafair Weekend is one of Seattle’s most anticipated events. But with so much good stuff packed into three days, it can be tough to navigate. Here’s your go-to guide for a safe and happy Seafair. Seafair Weekend Main Gate 4316 South Genesee Street, Seattle, WA When 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday, July… [ Keep reading ]
Today Mayor Ed Murray announced the acquisition of property at 8118 Greenwood Ave. N. for a new park in the Greenwood-Phinney neighborhood. The deal closed on July 1, 2015. “As Seattle’s neighborhoods grow, residents must have access to public amenities like parks,” said Mayor Murray. “By adding this property, we’re… [ Keep reading ]
This year Seattle has seen a mild winter and an unusually dry summer – the perfect conditions for an aphid infestation. Recently our Friends of Bell Street Park members reported large population of aphids living in the Tulip Trees at Bell Street Park. Since Seattle Parks and Recreation doesn’t spray… [ Keep reading ]
When you live in a city surrounded by water, sometimes you need to think bigger than a swimming pool. Join Seattle Parks for the annual Emerald City Open Water Swim at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, at Andrew’s Bay in Lake Washington (Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S)…. [ Keep reading ]
Beginning, Saturday, July 11, Seattle Parks and Recreation crews will mow areas of high grass in the north and central parts of Discovery Park in Magnolia due to concerns over potential brushfires. Unusually dry, hot weather in Seattle this summer has created potential fire hazards in parks and natural areas… [ Keep reading ]
When it comes to making good impressions, moms and dads can be the toughest critics. That’s why we were honored to hear that Seattle parents named Discovery Park the best Urban Nature Experience for a second year in a row. Every year ParentMap magazine’s editorial team surveys its readers to… [ Keep reading ]
It’s music to our ears: the pianos are back. After a successful first campaign, Pianos in the Parks will be returning for a second season on July 16. The month-long program will add to additional pianos to the roster this year, totaling 22 pianos in Puget Sound-area locations. Seattle Parks… [ Keep reading ]
Record-breaking temperatures have been plaguing Seattleites since the end of June, and there’s no relief in sight. Seattleites have been clamoring to Seattle Parks’ public beaches, spray parks and indoor/outdoor pools to try and escape the heat. During the first 15 days of open public beaches, lifeguards made 29 water… [ Keep reading ]
