Parks & Recreation
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Parks & Recreation

Take a Class this Winter!

Parks and Recreation offers classes for all ages and interests! From the Armory Science Klub (pictured above) to karate to preschool crafts, there is something for everyone! Check the current copy of the Leisure Times activity guide to find out more!

Leisure Times Video
A new video is produced twice a month, highlighting programs and activities offered by Columbia Parks and Recreation.

Time is running out!

February is the last month to submit your Parks & Rec photo contest entry!

Upcoming Events

Black History Month - Discussion of President Obama's First Year in Office, Feb 10
Registration starts for summer softball, Feb 15
OAK Sweetheart Dance, Feb 19
Gospel Explosion and Soul Food Dinner, Feb 28
New Leisure Times published, March 3

See the full calendar of upcoming events!

Cancellation Hotline:
573- 874-7663

Announcements

Ice Skating and Ice Fishing - Lakes Closed: Stephens Lake for is now closed for ice skating and Cosmo-Bethel Lake closed for ice fishing due to the forecasted warming temperatures. Predicted highs in the 40’s will cause the ice to thin and melt, creating unpredictable conditions. Park users are cautioned to stay off the lakes. Click here for more information on ice safety.
MKT Trail Closure: A portion of the MKT Trail between Twin Lakes Recreation Area and Scott Boulevard is closed for construction to facilitate the replacement of Bridges #12 and #13. Click here for more information.

Regular/Monthly Announcements

Park Blog: Learn about winter trail conditions.
Discounted Theme Park Tickets can be purchased at the Parks & Recreation Office located at 1 S. 7th Street.
Parks and Recreation has launched a Stop the spread! campaign to encourage the community to stop planting Callery pear trees. Click here for more information.
Capital Improvement Program Webpage: You can now find out the status of Parks and Recreation capital improvement projects on the web. Click here for a list of current Parks and Recreation capital improvement projects, with information about their budget, project description, plans, interested parties meetings, bid awards, and project status.
Parks & Recreation Commission: The next meeting will be February 18, 2010 at 7 pm at the ARC (1701 W. Ash).
Council Agenda Items: Review information on Parks and Recreation items on the Council Agenda.
Parks and Recreation Web Mail: Find out what activities and programs are being offered by signing up to receive notifications when the Leisure Times activity guide is published or when special events are scheduled. Sign up to receive notifications of the status of softball, baseball or soccer games.
Financial Assistance: The Financial Assistance Program was created to provide economically disadvantaged individuals access to recreational facilities and programs. Applications are available for Youth Enrichment Services Program (YES) with the primary focus on youth between the ages of 2-17. Financial Assistance for Adults (AFA) 18 years of age and over was passed by City Council on February 7, 2005. Applications are available online or at the downtown Parks & Recreation office located at 7th and Broadway.

Columbia Parks & Recreation
1 South 7th St
Columbia, Missouri 65201
(573) 874-7460

Disclaimer: Every effort is made to ensure that information provided is timely and correct, however, users should keep in mind that this information is provided only as a public convenience. In any case

where legal reliance on information is required, the official records of the City of Columbia, Missouri, should be consulted.

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