This summer, Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) will begin an integrated weed management program to control Eurasian milfoil and fragrant water lily infestations at its lakefront properties on Lake Washington. Controlling these weeds will improve water quality and recreational access at freshwater beaches, swim areas, moorages and other high- use… [ Keep reading ]
On May 5, 2017, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) joins Seattle Audubon, Audubon Washington, Heron Habitat Helpers, Seattle Parks and Recreation Department, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and other partners to sign a treaty designating the City of Seattle as an Urban Bird Treaty City. The treaty… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) will open Lowery C. “Pop” Mounger Pool, one of our two outdoor pools, on Saturday, May 13 at 10:00 a.m. for the summer season. Mounger Pool is located in Magnolia at 2535 32nd Ave. W, and is open until September 10, 2017. Click here to… [ Keep reading ]
Be a voice for your community! We’re hiring for Community Engagement Ambassadors. This is a temporary position with the City of Seattle up to 10 hours per week; $20/hour. Click here to view the full job description. Interview will be held on the following dates: Tuesday, May 2 at South Park… [ Keep reading ]
Green Lake Community Center and Evans Pool will be closed on May 11 for an all-staff training day. To find an alternative pool to use that day, visit: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/find/pools/pools-a-z To find an alternative community center to use that day, visit: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/find/centers/community-centers-a-z
Thinking about hitting one of Seattle’s many bike trails? Now that spring’s here, the breeze in your face as you zip past gorgeous scenery is going to feel great. In fact, May is Bike Everywhere Month, and one way to celebrate is to get out on Friday, May 19 for… [ Keep reading ]
The community is invited to celebrate the Heron Habitat Helpers’ 16th Anniversary at the Heron Habitat Helpers Hangout on Sunday, April 30, 2017. The event begins at Commodore Park, 3330 W Commodore Way, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Telescopes will be available at the park to observe the heron colony… [ Keep reading ]
Imagine a classroom where lessons have a natural magic: instead of counting marbles, children collect and count acorns; to learn colors, geometry and fine motor control, children use paintbrushes to spread pollen between flowers and record the color, shape and number of petals to share with the class; and with… [ Keep reading ]
Garfield Community Center (2323 E Cherry St.) is closed through April 30 for preventive maintenance. The Center will reopen May 1. To find an alternative community center to use, please visit: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/find/centers/community-centers-a-z For more information, please email Tianna Scott, Seattle Parks and Recreation, at tianna.scott@seattle.gov.
It’s National Volunteer Week, and that means Seattle Parks and Recreation volunteers can put down their gardening gloves and coaching whistles and enjoy some freebies April 23-29! Volunteers play a crucial role in our neighborhood parks, community centers and recreation programs throughout the city and their contributions are invaluable to the department…. [ Keep reading ]
