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OKC Parks to open Woodson Park Athletic Complex May 17-18
OKC Parks invites the community to the grand opening of the newly constructed Woodson Park Athletic Complex, 3403 S May Ave. The $13-million Athletic Complex, funded through Better Streets, Safer City bond election, includes six lighted softball fields, four lighted soccer/football fields and more.
04/22/2024 11:29 AM
Work underway to repair retaining wall along portion of Lake Hefner Trail
One-tenth of a mile of Lake Hefner Trail between Hobie Point Road and Portland Avenue, near Stars and Stripes Park, is closed for 90 days so contractors can fix a retaining wall.
04/17/2024 11:21 AM
OKC Parks is giving away trees, compost during Earth Kind Earth Day workshop
Celebrate Earth Day by joining OKC Parks and Squeeze Every Drop, the City’s water conservation program, for a workshop to learn about natural gardening practices, composting, attracting pollinators and choosing native, tough plants for your landscape.
04/11/2024 1:12 PM
Where are bike routes, sidewalks and upcoming bike projects in OKC? These maps will show you.
Cyclists, runners and walkers can connect to Oklahoma City’s 25 miles of bike lanes, 96 miles of trails and see where lanes and trails are under construction by using three new interactive maps now available on okc.gov.
04/09/2024 8:31 AM
OKC Parks wants to get you and your family moving this weekend
It’s pickleball time at the Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglass Ave. Saturdays, starting April 6, you can join in the fast-paced racket sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong from 10 a.m. to noon.
04/05/2024 3:48 PM
Oklahoma City’s Office of Sustainability uses data and partnerships to address climate challenges
Earth Day is April 22, but the Oklahoma City Office of Sustainability is focused on clean air, water and soil every day. Established in 2010, the Office has a staff of two who use data-driven strategies to strengthen OKC in the face of economic, environmental and social challenges.
04/04/2024 9:28 AM
Daughters, dads invited to OKC Parks’ Daddy Daughter Dance April 20
Dads and daughters are invited to the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department’s tenth annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday, April 20, at the Meinders Hall of Mirrors at the Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N Walker Ave.
03/29/2024 12:47 PM
UPDATE: OKCPS students welcome to apply on-site at OKC job fair March 28
OKCPS juniors and seniors looking for full- and part-time employment with the City of Oklahoma City are invited to apply on-site during a hiring event from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on March 28 at Douglass High School, 900 N Martin Luther King Ave.
03/27/2024 8:36 AM
OKC Parks to hire 100 people during summer hiring fair April 4
People aged 16 and up looking for a fun summer job with competitive pay are encouraged to attend a hiring fair from 1:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, at Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Frederick Douglass Ave.
03/26/2024 2:04 PM
Bees and trees are top of mind with some of these OKC Parks’ classes, events
Will Rogers Gardens is holding its Fun in the Trees class on March 23 at 10 a.m. You’ll learn basics and then get harnessed up and into the old Oak in the Park.
03/20/2024 3:10 PM
Archery, kayaking and photography classes offered by Martin Park this spring
Martin Park Nature Center, 5000 W Memorial Rd., is a hub for nature exploration and education for visitors of all ages. The 144-acre nature park offers guided hikes, education programs and an interactive learning center. See a few surprising class offerings.
03/13/2024 10:17 AM
OKCPS juniors and seniors invited to OKC job fair March 28
OKCPS high school juniors and seniors looking for full- and part-time employment with the City of Oklahoma City are invited to a hiring event on March 28 at Douglass High School, 900 N Martin Luther King Ave.
03/12/2024 4:12 PM
From a health fair to a kids' dance class, OKC Parks wants to get you moving this weekend
Join the OUHSC Black Student Association, Unity Clinic and Oklahoma City’s Parks and Recreation Department for its annual Black History Month Health Fair on March 9. The Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglass Ave., is hosting the health fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
03/07/2024 1:36 PM
From flowers to LARPing, OKC Parks has something for everyone this month
The Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department has some upcoming classes to help prepare you for spring and a sports offering that may surprise you.
03/01/2024 1:24 PM
OKC Parks’ brings Little League® Baseball to Oklahoma City for the first time
The wait is over. Little League® Baseball comes to Oklahoma City for the first time this spring thanks to Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation. Registration is now open for 10-12-year-olds at okc.gov/parks.
02/19/2024 3:32 PM
Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center wins Impact Award from ULI
Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation walked away from the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Oklahoma Impact Awards ceremony a winner of the Outstanding Public Initiative Award for the Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center.
02/14/2024 8:59 AM
City looking to hire trade positions during Feb. 13 hiring event
The City’s next one-stop hiring event on Feb. 13 will offer interviews for technical positions such as building maintenance mechanics, irrigation technicians, industrial electricians and industrial heat and air mechanics, elevator and electrical inspectors and plant operators.
02/05/2024 12:03 PM
OKC Parks to host Adaptive Valentine Dance, Adaptive Black History Month Celebration
Will you be our Valentine? Valentine’s Day fun is meant for everyone. OKC Parks is holding an Adaptive Valentine Dance at 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 10 at Sellers Recreation Center, 8301 S Villa Ave. This dance is for anyone 17 or older with disabilities. There will be music, dancing and more.
02/02/2024 8:05 AM
OKC Parks’ premiere of “Peter and the Starcatcher” slated for Feb. 29
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation will premiere its production of “Peter and the Starcatcher” Feb. 29 at Taylor Recreation Center, 1115 SW 70th St.
01/30/2024 3:14 PM
Learn a new skill or find a new hobby with OKC Parks this weekend
The Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglass Ave., is where young cooks will receive hands-on culinary training, personal development, proper etiquette and chivalry lessons. Weekly classes begin Jan. 19 at 2:30 p.m. Call (405) 297-1435 to register.
01/18/2024 12:35 PM