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City honors parks & rec workers

Employees of the City of Escondido Parks & Recreation Dept. were honored at the June 23 city council meeting with a proclamation recognizing July as “Parks & Recreation Mon...

Parks & Recreation Projects 2026

June’s parks and recreation–focused project section profiles a range of spaces in which to relax, play, explore, let off steam, take in sweeping panoramic views, and more.

Department of The Interior Announces $461 Million For Parks & Outdoor Recreation

County DPR facilities in West Maui, Central Maui scheduled to briefly close this month

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced brief closures for facilities in West Maui and Central Maui in upcoming weeks.

New DPR website launched for public input on West Maui community center and field house

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation encourages West Maui community members and other stakeholders to offer feedback on the upcoming Lahaina community center and f...

DuBois approves formation of recreation authority to oversee city parks & playgrounds

DuBois approves formation of recreation authority to oversee city parks & playgrounds

Audit raises financial questions about KCMO's Parks and Recreation Department

A newly released audit raises concerns about the financial management of the Kansas City, Missouri, Parks and Recreation Department.

Hunters Point Shipyard to Get 26 Acres of New Parks, to Be Run By Arts Commission, Rec and Park

As the city moves forward with Phase 1 of the Hunters Point Shipyard redevelopment, SF Recreation and Parks and the Arts Commission have agreed to take over the long-term managemen...

Signs of the Times: Someone Having Some Fun at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park

Speaking of nature, thanks to Katie for sending the sign above from someone having a little fun: “AREA CLOSED Because of our incompetence and corruption. Please visit www nps org [...

LCG announces new Parks and Rec director

Byron Starks, a coach, educator and member of UL's Athletic Hall of Fame, has been named the next Director of Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture (PARC).

Dallas weighs rec center closures amid proposed budget cuts

Four Dallas community centers could close and other recreation facilities could operate on reduced hours under proposed budget cuts tied to a citywide shortfall. Dallas Parks and...

L.A. voters could be asked to boost spending on parks. Finding the money comes later

The problems facing L.A.'s parks and recreation facilities have been well-documented. Now, council members want to boost the funding allocated each year.

“Strange NPS management of Anacostia waterfront along Anacostia Park”

2026 “Dear PoPville, I live in the Navy Yard and enjoy running the trail in Anacostia Park. It’s always been delightful to have our own little slice of urban wildlife […]

Honolulu parks deploy new signs to curb vandalism

The City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation is installing new sticker redirection signs at select park locations to encourage visitors to use designated stic...

“Truly mind numbing levels of incompetence.” (TRULY. Read to the end.)

Hobart Twins Park – 700 Block of Hobart Place, NW “Dear PoPville, I know I’ve written to you about it before, and many popville readers would dismiss this saying “it’s […]

Kansas City Audit Accuses Parks & Rec

Context is important here . . .MAYOR Q & DEVELOPERS ARE EAGER TO DISMANTLE PARKS & REC IN ORDER TO ACQUIRE MORE PUBLIC LAND!!! And so . . . The financial flex has two sides...

A Historic Sand Filtration Plant in Washington, D.C., is Transformed into a Multipurpose Green Space

Delivered via a design-build effort with a team that included Perkins Eastman DC and Quinn Evans, Reservoir Park and Recreation Center serves as the public-facing component of a ne...

Community invited to Lahaina Recreation Center Playground project groundbreaking July 30

The community is encouraged to attend the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) groundbreaking ceremony for the Lahaina Recreation Center Playground at 1 p.m. Thu...

Inician trabajos de rehabilitación en Joe Orduño Park gracias a apoyo de APS

El Departamento de Parques y Recreación de San Luis anunciaron el inicio de los trabajos de rehabilitación en Joe Orduño Park, proyecto que deberá concluir antes de diciembre de es...

MetroParks summer leagues, camps, recreation

MetroParks summer leagues, camps, recreation. Activities include kayaking, archery camp, adult golf leagues and hikes with dogs. Recreation Kayaking Ecotour Kayak. Lake Newport Boa...

Free movie nights around Maui County in July to celebrate National Park and Recreation Month

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will celebrate National Park and Recreation Month in July by offering a series of free, family-friendly movies on Maui, Moloka...

Department of the Interior Announces $461 Million for Parks and Outdoor Recreation across America 

The Department of the Interior is investing over $461 million through the Land and Water Conservation Fund for parks, trails, playgrounds, and open spaces nationwide. With required...

Higher fees for camping permits, services in Honolulu parks

Residents planning to camp in city parks or reserve certain Department of Parks and Recreation facilities will soon see higher fees.

Can’t Afford Summer Camp? These Playground Workers Can Help.

City parks officials will put about 70 seasonal playground associates in New York City parks this summer to run free games and activities for any young person who shows up.