New sports program brings growth, equity and inclusion. Thanks, Olympics!
Over the last year, more than 120,000 young LA athletes have said yes to PlayLA Youth and Adaptive Sports, Rec and Parks’ new program to offer equitable opportunities all City youths. The program represents among the biggest additions of sports programs at one time in the 133-year history of Rec and Parks.
City’s Trails: Beautiful, Safe, Free .. and Calling You
Rec and Parks has a hiking trail just for you. They’re outdoor, most have plenty of room, there are trails for all experience levels, including beginner…
New Rec and Parks Operations Center Manages Housing for Thousands During Pandemic
When Rec and Parks opened its Dept. Operations Center (DOC) in January, it could not have known that a pandemic was about to envelop the world. But sometimes the timing is fortunate...
The City’s own Castle Park mini-golf center keeps family fun affordable.
He deployed into the Battle of the Bulge sweeping for mines, building bridges and fixing countless roads for the advancing Allied troops. Here’s his story...
Supporting Young Women
Pretty in Pink empowerment event for teen girls, started by two employees making a difference, is one of the department’s fastest growing programs.
What began seven years ago with one Recreation Assistant and ten young...
The City In Bloom
Rec and Parks’ horticultural section offers five parks specially filled with floral delights, peaceful petals, gorgeous groves, community gardens … and even pickable fruit....
