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Click here register or search for classes in SPARCSpring Course Registration is Now Open

NEW! You can register online for Summer Camps in 2013. Click HERE for more details.

  • Tuesday, May 7th @ Noon: Fall Before and After School Programs
  • Thursday, May 16th @ Noon: Summer Courses at Amy Yee Tennis Center
  • Tuesday, May 21st @ Noon: Summer Courses at Community Centers, Swimming Pools, Small Craft Centers, and Environmental Learning Centers, and Fall Youth Sports and Rowing Courses
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Hope for Youth Grant Program - Funding for Scholarships
Seattle Parks and Recreation is happy to announce that $40,000 has been allocated in our 2013 Hope for Youth Grant program for increasing access to recreational and positive social development activities, by providing scholarships to youth and teens residing in the Seattle area.
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Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute moves to Seattle Office of Arts and Culture
In a 2013 budget action, Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, now known as Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, has become a part of the Office of Arts and Culture.
» Visit their new website
Seattle Parks and Recreation announces new e-Newsletter
Check out Parks Acting Superintendent Christopher Williams’ new e-Newsletter, Explore More!, here on the web. It’s full of news about Parks and Recreation.
» Read Explore More! | Sign up to receive Explore More!
Seattle Conservation Corps work program for homeless adults
The Seattle Conservation Corps (SCC) is part of Seattle Parks and Recreation. SCC's mission is to utilize private and publicly funded work projects to employ homeless persons in a supportive work environment, offering work experience leading to long term employment, housing, and personal stability.
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Find out about upcoming special events in parks near you
Parks is now posting information each Friday about upcoming special events in Seattle parks. You can find the information here. Be sure to check both lists.
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2013-2014 Fees

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Parks and Recreation information translated in 7 languages
Parks and Recreation offers many opportunities for you and your family.
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Sherwood History Files
Seattle Parks and Recreation's Sherwood History Files are now available online.
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