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Rainbow Recreation, Fall 2022 Programs

Rainbow Recreation provides programs for LGBTQ+ adults age 50+. See the full Fall 2022 Rainbow Recreaiton Brochure here. At Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E., Seattle, 206-684-4753 GENTLE YOGA: Stretch and move with awareness, correct alignment, and a focus on breath to increase strength and stamina, improve flexibility, and… [ Keep reading ]

Expanded Teen Life Center Schedules, Sept. 12-16

Seattle Parks and Recreation is providing expanded Teen Life Center hours this week (Monday, Sept. 12- Friday, Sept. 16) in response to the teachers strike and delayed school start. Teen Life Centers are for teens ages 13+ and provide drop-in opportunities (no registration needed). Find recreation opportunities for youth ages… [ Keep reading ]

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Discovery Park with free events & activities on Oct. 1, 2022

On Saturday, October 1st, celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Discovery Park during this free, all day, family friendly event! To commemorate this special occasion, Seattle Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with scores of community members and organizations, is hosting a full day of activities, including a formal ceremony with honored… [ Keep reading ]

Construction of New Green Lake Community Boathouse Begins September 2022

Seattle Parks and Recreation is finalizing the construction contract for the new Green Lake Community Boathouse at the Small Craft Center in Green Lake Park and anticipates construction will begin in mid-September 2022 and be completed by fall 2023. Construction will affect the Green Lake path. The contractor and Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Harrell Unveils Park District Budget Proposal to Keep Parks Clean, Open, and Accessible to All

Proposal focuses on essential maintenance while also taking important steps to improve safety, combat climate change, support youth, and advance equity Plan would reestablish Park Ranger program, plant and maintain thousands of trees, keep public restrooms operational, and open new and improved parks and community centers Seattle – Reflecting his… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Parks and Recreation Completes Georgetown Playfield Turf Replacement Project

Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) is happy to announce the Georgetown Playfield is open and the synthetic turf replacement project is complete. The renovated field now has markings on the field for soccer and ultimate frisbee play. Additionally, the southeast corner of the field offers markings for games of kickball, softball… [ Keep reading ]

SPR Seeks Input on Guidelines for the Green Lake Park Inner Loop

Do you use the Inner Loop at Green Lake Park? Thousands of people do every year, and we’d love to hear about your experience and listen to your ideas for how to make the loop a safe and enjoyable experience. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has scheduled six listening sessions… [ Keep reading ]

2022 Labor Day Closures for Seattle Parks and Recreation

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Monday, September 5 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. These facilities and services are CLOSED: All recreation programs Community centers and teen centers Environmental learning centers Indoor swimming pools Green Lake Small Craft Center Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center Amy… [ Keep reading ]

Magnuson Park: From Landing Strip to Wetland Complex     

By Todd Burley Did you know that the extensive wetlands at Magnuson Park were created just 15 years ago? When taking a stroll through this lush and varied habitat, it is hard to believe that once these saturated forests, ponds, and meadows were paved over with asphalt, part of the… [ Keep reading ]

Tsutakawa Memorial Gates Public Celebration: September 14

Come Salute the Return of the Arboretum’s Iconic, Sculptural Entry Gates, Stolen and Destroyed at the Start of the Pandemic You are invited to attend a free public celebration at Washington Park Arboretum for the installation of the refabricated Tsutakawa Memorial Gates. Please join us at the Graham Visitors Center… [ Keep reading ]