Parks & Rec News: Clean-Up Day, Easter Egg Hunt, More!

by Greg Hudson
Park Clean-up Day
The Parks and Recreation department along with the Healthy Communities Coalition are sponsoring a Park Clean-up Day on March 19th at 10:00am until TBA. Everyone will meet at Hwy 70 Sports Complex and divide into teams to clean each park.  There will be volunteer appreciation event immediately after clean-up is completed. Volunteers are needed for this event. If you, your family, organization, club, or business would like to volunteer contact Greg Hudson at 270-597-9301 for more information.
 
Easter Egg Hunt
On March 26th, 2016 at 11:00am, the Parks and Recreation department will sponsor an Easter Egg Hunt at the Highway 70 Sports Complex. There will be 4 categories for the hunt, ages 0-4; 5-8; 9-12 and individuals with disabilities. We are looking for interested businesses and organizations to co-sponsor this event. If you would like to co-sponsor this event please contact Greg Hudson at 270-597-9301 for more details.
 
“Come Walk with Me” Walking Program
The Parks and Recreation department is offering a 12 week walking program starting in April 2016. This program will be conducted at the Highway 70 Sports Complex on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday of each week. Registration forms are available. Don’t worry we will tailor the program to your ability level.
 
Needs Assessment Survey
Most of the results from the survey are in and Parks and Recreation will now be planning for programs and events based on those results. Look for more information within the next two months on the Parks and Rec website.
 
That covers it for now, thanks for supporting your local Parks and Recreation Department. Together we can do some great things! Make sure you visit our website at www.ecparksandrec.com.
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