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(Washington, DC) The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) today announced that on Monday, November 11, 2013, all recreation centers, aquatic facilities and administrative offices will be closed for the Veterans Day holiday.

All scheduled permitted events and activities on DPR's fields will be made available for the permitted time only.

ABOUT THE DC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION

The mission of the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is to enhance the quality of life and wellness of DC residents and visitors by providing equal access to affordable and quality recreational services, by organizing programs, activities and events, and by building and maintaining safe and beautiful open spaces and recreational amenities. DPR currently operates 92 playgrounds, 68 recreation centers, almost 1,000 acres of park land, 40 aquatic features (pools and spray parks), 375 parks, over 200 play courts (basketball and tennis), and over 100 athletic fields.

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