Sassy Seniors Thanksgiving Potluck - King Greenleaf Recreation Center
King Greenleaf Senior program participants will come together to express thanks and gratitude at the potluck luncheon.
Young Men, Future Leaders (YMFL) Field Day - Takoma Community Center
Come out for a day of outdoor activities, sports and fun as DPR launches a new program, "Young Men, Future Leaders" and celebrates the programs first kick off event. Activities will include soccer, kickball, an obstacle course, flag football, tug-of-war and basketball; as well as kickboxing and skate park demonstrations. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Registration is required. If you are interested in becoming a member of YMFL, or attending the event, please contact your local recreation center.
DPR Holiday Closure
The District government is closed in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. All DPR recreation centers, aquatic facilities and administrative offices will be closed.
Thankful and Sharing Thanksgiving Feast - King Greenleaf Recreation Center
Staff will bring in food for the children of the center to have thanksgiving together and give thanks for what they have.
Fort Stanton Annual Senior Holiday Luncheon - Fort Stanton Recreation Center
In celebration of the holiday season, many seniors use this luncheon as an expression of thanks for the season. An elegant lunch is followed by entertainment.
Early arrival is strongly advised.
Mayoral Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Forest Hill Playground
Join Mayor Vincent C. Gray; Ward 3 Councilmember Mary Cheh; Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Acting Director Sharia Shanklin; Department of General Services (DGS) Director Brian Hanlon, ANC 3F04 Commissioner Sally Grisham, Friends of Forest Hills President Alexandra Chalupa and the Forest Hills community members for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the Forest Hills Annual Halloween Party & Costume Parade at the newly renovated Forest Hills Playground.
Mayoral Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Mitchell Park Recreation Center Playground - Mitchell Park Recreation Center
Join Mayor Vincent C. Gray; Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans; Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Acting Director Sharia Shanklin; Department of General Services (DGS) Director Brian Hanlon, ANC 2D02 Commissioner Eric Lamar, Friends of Mitchell Park President Pierre Wagner and the Mitchell Park community members for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and Mitchell Park Fun Day at the newly renovated Mitchell Park Playground.
Mayoral Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Marvin Gaye Recreation Center Playground - Marvin Gaye Recreation Center
Join Mayor Vincent C. Gray; Ward 7 Councilmember Yvette Alexander; Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Acting Director Sharia Shanklin; Department of General Services (DGS) Director Brian Hanlon; Washington Parks and People Steve Coleman and representatives from the Marvin Gaye Community for a groundbreaking ceremony at Marvin Gaye Playground.
DC Office on Human Rights & the Mayor’s Youth Bullying Prevention Task Force present It Takes a District: Tools and Tips for Families to Prevent Bullying - Turkey Thicket Recreation Center
Join the DC Office of Human Rights and the Mayor’s Youth Bullying Prevention Task Force to understand the important role that families play in bullying prevention!
Think Pink Breast Cancer Line Dance Social - King Greenleaf Recreation Center
Come out, socialize and enjoy an evening of line dancing. Everyone is asked to wear pink, white or black; and to bring a canned good item as the center kicks off their Thanksgiving canned goods drive.