Detroit Parks & Recreation

02/08/2025

02/06/2025

It’s official—we’ve joined LinkedIn! 🥳🎉 This week, we launched our page and are ready to connect. 🤩Stay in the loop with GSD—follow us now!✨

02/06/2025

Have ideas for the future of Farwell Park?🌳 Join us for the second Farwell Park Masterplan Community Workshop on February 8th, 10:00 pm-12:30 pm at Farwell Recreation Center - DPRD. All ages welcome, refreshments provided!

02/05/2025

From Valentine’s Day celebrations to Winter Fest fun, Recreation offers so many exciting opportunities for you to ! ❤️🥳 AB Ford, Kemeny, Crowell, and Clemente are all hosting fun Valentine’s events, and don’t forget – our Winter Fest kickoff is happening this weekend at ABC! ❄️🔥

02/03/2025

Messmer Park got a glow-up! ✨ The renovation wrapped is now complete and it’s better than ever! 📍4135 Bluehill St, Detroit, MI 48224. Swipe through to see the transformation!
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🌳 Fully fenced Tot Lot
🐾 Small nature play area & dog run
🚶‍♂️ Asphalt walking loop
🛖 Refurbished picnic shelter
🌿 New tree plantings

02/01/2025

Happy Black History Month! ✨ Parks & Rec is proud to celebrate the legacy of Detroit’s visionaries, trailblazers, and leaders by highlighting the parks named in their honor. These are just a few of the many we have, take a look➡️

01/30/2025

Winter Fest 2025 is bringing FREE family-friendly fun to Detroit parks and recreation centers all February long! ❄️☃️ Pick the date and location that works best for you! 🎉

01/30/2025

Kick Off Spring with DPRD Athletics Soccer! ⚽🌱

Early registration for Spring Soccer in the D closes February 3rd—sign up now to lock in the lower price! Kids ages 3-14 can join the fun at Chandler, Rouge, or O’Hair fields. Don’t wait—register today and save!

📅 Season: April 19 – June 8
💲 Early Registration: $40 / P*e Wee $25
💲 Late Registration: $50 / P*e Wee $35

📲 Register now: www.dprdathletics.com
📧 [email protected] | ☎️ 313-224-0006

01/29/2025

What’s new in REC? 👀🔥 Farwell Recreation Center has exciting new programs just for YOU! 🎉 Located at 2711 Outer Dr E, Detroit, MI 48234 📍Don’t miss out—join the fun! 😁
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01/28/2025

What’s new in REC? ☺️✨ Patton Recreation Center has exciting new programs just for YOU! 🎉 Located at 2301 Woodmere St, Detroit, MI 48209 📍Don’t miss out—join the fun! 🔥
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01/27/2025

What’s new in REC? 👀🔥 Roberto Clemente Recreation Center is rolling out exciting new programs just for YOU! 🎉 Located at 2631 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216 📍Don’t miss out—join the fun! 😁
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01/23/2025

Give your kids a fun and educational after-school experience, for FREE! 👩‍🔬📚 Spots are limited—sign up today! 💫

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3cba2sv3

01/15/2025

Congratulations our Professional of the Month, Lon-Ni Wesley!😁 With nearly 30 years in the Parks & Recreation Department, Lon-Ni’s passion for recreation runs deep, inspired by her father, a former rec supervisor with over 30 years of service. 👏 She’s been a proud “Rec Baby” for more than two decades. ✨
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As a Recreation Program Coordinator, Lon-Ni is dedicated to supporting the community and building strong connections. Keep shining, Lon-Ni!😊🔥

01/14/2025

?? 👀🔥 The winter season is here, and we’ve got a ton of exciting programming lined up! ✨ Get ready for Valentine’s Day parties, Adult Hockey, Dodgeball League, Anime Club, Tai Chi, Boxing, Wrestling, and so much more! 🤭 Swipe to see what’s coming up next—don’t miss out!

01/13/2025

Need plans for the kids during Winter Break? ❄️ We’ve got you! Join us for Winter Camp, February 17-21, at three Detroit Recreation Centers. 🏀🎨 From crafts to games, we’ll keep them active and entertained all week!

Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up!💫

01/13/2025

On Saturday, Kemeny Recreation Center - DPRD hosted the Health & Wellness Fair, and it was an incredible day of resources, education, and community connections! 🩺✨

Residents had FREE access to health screenings, hands-only CPR classes, fitness demonstrations, gun locks, immunizations, menstruation supplies, and more!

Special thanks to the Detroit Health Department, Detroit Police Department, Detroit Fire Department, and all other partners for making this event impactful. Community health and safety are priorities for our city, and it's partnerships like these that make a difference. 🤝

01/11/2025

Want to learn more about the Adopt-A-Park program? Have questions about applying? We’re here to help! Join the virtual information session, January 16th, from 11 am-12 pm. 🌳💫

Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to join via Zoom!

01/10/2025

What’s Happening in Rec?💫 Winter programming kicks off January 13!🎉 Stay active and have fun all winter long at Crowell Recreation Center - DPRD & Clemente Recreation Center - DPRD
—sign up today!❄️🥳