Media Contacts:Kerry Francis, 614-645-8504, 740-504-5892 (cell),
[email protected]Stephanie Garling, 614-204-2695
(cell),
[email protected]
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Announces Registration Dates for Summer Camp Programming, New Website
For Immediate Release
2021-02-22
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Announces Registration Dates for Summer Camp Programming, New Website
COLUMBUS, OH – Columbus Recreation and
Parks Department today announced the schedule for 2021 summer camps and
launched a new website to make it easier for fam
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Prepares for Winter Storm, Closes Community Centers for Tuesday, Feb. 16
Significant snow accumulation is expected throughout central
Ohio this evening and into the early morning hours. In anticipation of
challenging weather, Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s staff will
focus on essential services and community centers will remain closed on
Tuesday, Feb. 16.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Focuses on Essential Services as the City Works to Stop the Spread of the Coronavirus
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Focuses on Essential Services as the City Works to Stop the Spread of the Coronavirus
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Offers Virtual Tour of Renovated Scioto Southland Community Center
For Immediate Release
2021-02-01
Columbus Recreation and Parks Offers Virtual Tour of Renovated Scioto Southland Community Center
Columbus, Ohio – On Thursday, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther
officially opened Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s renovated Scioto
Southland Community Center.
The
renov
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Residents Can Beat the Winter Blues by Signing Up for Columbus Recreation and Parks Winter Programs
Residents Can Beat the Winter Blues by Signing Up for Columbus Recreation and Parks Winter Programs
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Resumes Winter Programming
MEDIA RELEASE
2021-02-05
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Resumes Winter Programming
COLUMBUS, OH – The
City of Columbus continues to place priority in keeping residents safe and
healthy during the public health emergency. With guidance from Columbus Public
Health and the Ohio Department of
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Continues Fall Programming Options for Columbus Residents
For Immediate Release
2020-10-22
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Continues Fall Programming Options for Columbus Residents
COLUMBUS, OH – Registration for the
next round of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s fall programming kicks
off Saturday, Oct. 24 at 8:30 a.m. for the Cultural Art
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APPS We Care Tour: Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hits the Streets to Show Care and Concern for the Community
For Immediate Release
2020-10-08
APPS We Care Tour: Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hits the Streets to Show Care and Concern for the Community
Contact:
Kerry
Francis, Columbus Recreation and Parks, 740-504-5892 (cell)
COLUMBUS, OH – A knock on the door, a
bottle of h
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Residents Asked to Share Feedback on Scioto Trail Expansion via Online Open House
COLUMBUS, OH – Columbus’ parks and trails add to the
quality of life in our community. Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
continually invests in facilities to ensure residents have access to these
vital resources.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Provides Free Masks to Residents at Free Produce Markets
Columbus, Ohio–Columbus Recreation and Parks Department will be giving out free masks to help residents show care for the community and comply with Governor Mike DeWine’s statewide mandate requiring residents to wear face coverings while in public.
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City of Columbus Announce Grants for Summer Youth
For Immediate Release
2020-07-07
City of Columbus Announce Grants for Summer Youth
Contact:
Robin Davis, Office of the Mayor,
614-645-2425 (office); 614-369-5613 (cell)
Sophia Fifner, Columbus Recreation and Parks,
614-266-9198 (cell)
Lee Cole, Columbus City Council, 614-288-4062
(cell)
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Play Safe, Live Smart: Reopening Summer Youth and Adult Sports
COLUMBUS, OH – The City of Columbus continues to place priority in keeping residents safe and healthy during the public health emergency and especially the city’s youth. With guidance from Columbus Public Health and the Ohio Department of Health, the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is moving forward with a phased reopening of summer sports leagues and tournaments for youth sports.
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Play Safe, Live Smart: Columbus Recreation and Parks Summer Plans
For Immediate Release
May 21, 2020
Contact:
Robin Davis, Office of the Mayor, 614-645-2425 (office);
614-369-5613 (cell)
Sophia Fifner, Columbus Recreation and Parks, 614-266-9198 (cell)
Kerry Francis, Columbus Recreation and Parks, 740-504-5892
(cell)
2020-05-21
Play Safe, Li
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Play Safe Live Smart Keeping Your Mind and Body Active
With everyone social distancing to stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), it is important to find new ways to keep minds and bodies active. Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is offering new programs to help residents Play Safe, Live Smart and stay active in a safe way.
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Residents urged to stay safe, live smart to stay healthy and keep Columbus’ parks and trails safe
Visiting Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s trails and parks are a great way to maintain your physical and mental health, but it is important to Play Safe, Live Smart and take steps to use them safely.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department to Close Facilities Through May 1
Due to the continued monitoring of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s facilities, playgrounds, sports courts (including basketball courts and tennis courts) and public recreational equipment will remain closed through Friday, May 1. In addition to our facilities closing, all programming, sporting events, classes and other events will be canceled until further notice.
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All Columbus Playgrounds and Basketball Courts are Closed
COLUMBUS, OH – Columbus Recreation and Parks Department encourages all residents and visitors to take extra precautions during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency. With nearly 400 parks, 160 playgrounds, 107 basketball courts and 230 miles of regional trails, the department serves as an essential resource for helping residents of all ages focus on their mental and physical health. At this time, it is critical that residents play safe and live smart to avoid community spread of the COVID-19 virus.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Coronavirus Update
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is proceeding with caution and closing all facilities due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) effective at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 13, and will remained closed through at least April 3.
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Bethel Road Trail Connector Now Open
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s new trail connecting users directly from Bethel Road to the Olentangy Trail is now open.
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Kick Off the Holiday Season with WinterFest
The Columbus Recreation and Parks Department (CRPD) invites the community to enjoy the third annual WinterFest on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Bicentennial Park.
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