By Todd Burley Policies are not the most dramatic part of what Seattle Parks and Recreation does on a day-to-day basis. Yet these documents guide the work we do and create consistency across the department in how we live out our values of Healthy People, a Healthy Environment, and Strong… [ Keep reading ]
What’s going on in Portage Bay? Seattle Parks and Recreation and the King County Noxious Weeds Program are actively managing invasive aquatic weeds in South Portage Bay and the forested shoreline on the north side of Montlake Park. Invasive, non-native weeds grow so densely that they displace native plants, degrade… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for the free fall training for the Seattle Urban Nature Guide volunteer program. Applications are due by Saturday, August 20 and training begins Saturday, August 27. Seattle Urban Nature Guides enhance, promote and foster appreciation of nature by connecting families and students… [ Keep reading ]
See translated content at the end of this post Beaches: The following beaches will be guarded daily from 12 P.M. -7 P.M. on weekdays, and 11 A.M. -7 P.M. on weekends. We encourage all Seattleites and visitors to come out to these beaches for a safe and fun swim experience. … [ Keep reading ]
The Southend Connection presents the Othello Marketplace, every Sunday from 11am to 4 p.m through August 28th, 2022 at Othello Park (4351 S Othello St.). The Marketplace features food, live music, kids corner, vendors, and more! Visit southendconnection.com for more informaition, or email southendconnection1@gmail.com.
Event: YES FEST Organizer: Bureau of Fearless Ideas Date(s) and Time(s): July 1 and July 29, 4:00 – 6:00 pm Event Location: Yesler Terrace ParkEvent Description: YES FEST is a community festival, bringing together youth, families, and residents of Yesler Terrace to be together and celebrate. Each YES FEST includes booths from community organizations,… [ Keep reading ]
Arts in Parks events Event: Capoeira Rodas Organizer: Washington Capoeira Center Date(s) and Time(s): Every Sunday 10:00am – 12:00pm between 5/1/22 – 10/9/22 except 8/7/22, 9/4/22, 9/11/22 Location: Judkins ParkEvent Description: Capoeira music, songs, instruments, movement, history, language, cultural art, ritual experience, and demonstration inviting kids, adults, and families to participate.Event Facebook: fb.com/wacapoeira Event… [ Keep reading ]
Explore the intertidal zone with Seattle Urban Nature Guides on Discovery Park’s sandy South Beach. Touch sea anemones, experience a clam squirt, search for sea stars and enjoy this unique Salish Sea event. Be sure to wear shoes that can get wet. Register today for only $10 per person (all… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation awarded the construction contract for the Miller Playfield Turf Replacement project to Coast to Coast Turf. They will mobilize on site the week of July 5th. During construction pedestrian traffic will be re-routed and the basketball court will be closed. Miller Playfield is located on Capitol… [ Keep reading ]
Participate in-person at Rainier Playfield and online with games, live performances, food, a vendor fair with community and wellness opportunities, and more. Big Day of Play is a celebration of our city’s diversity, and it encourages neighbors, communities, and families to have fun, build relationships and be active together. Big… [ Keep reading ]
