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Meade Park Playground Update 🚧 It happens! A missing part caused a delay in the playground renovation project, but no worries, the part is on its way! We are hopeful the project will be completed by Wednesday, May 20. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

🌞 Yay to summer fun! Registration is NOW OPEN for all our summer programs and classes! Whether you’re into arts, sports, or adventures, we’ve got something for everyone! Don’t miss out. Sign up today!➡️ ow.ly/ba5I50YXyuR . .

Happy Mother’s Day! 💐 Today we honor and celebrate all moms and mother figures who give so much of themselves each and every day. Warm wishes from all of us at Charlottesville Parks & Recreation. 💕

Not just any survey! Help Shape Charlottesville’s Green Future! City of Charlottesville is developing a new Urban Forest Management Plan, and we need YOUR input to decide where to plant, how to preserve, and how to grow our canopy. Take the survey here: connect.charlottesville.gov/urbanforest-ma…

Attention! 🚧New playground equipment is being installed at Meade Park from April 20 through May 6, 2026. The playground will be temporarily closed during this time. Thanks for your patience, we can’t wait for you to enjoy the upgrade!

🌟🏊The recreation pool at Smith Aquatic & Fitness Center will reopen on Sat, April 18. The pool had been closed due to mechanical issues which have been repaired. Customers enrolled in aquatic programs will receive updated information regarding their schedule and location.

Attention: Youth Open Gym Volleyball at the Herman Key, Jr. Center will not be held on Monday, April 13 due to league tournament play. Open gym will resume Monday, April 20 from 6:45–8:15 PM.

Pool season is just around the corner. Make a splash this summer and save! Purchase your pool pass between 4/1 and 5/22 to enjoy discounted rates and access to two pools with one pass. Financial aid is available for City residents. Get your pass today: charlottesville.gov/1010/Outdoor-P…

We need your input! Help shape the future of fitness at Tonsler Park by voting on the proposed location for the new outdoor Fitness Court® at Benjamin Tonsler Park. 👉 Cast your vote today! charlottesville.gov/2005/Park-Reno…

Join us Thurs, March 19, 5:30–7 PM at Tonsler Rec Center for the Parks & Rec Advisory Board meeting. Topics: Garden Plot Survey results + next steps; City Trails Program overview. Agenda: …arlottesvilleva.portal.civicclerk.com/event/2714/fil…

A reminder that due to inclement weather: • All programs, classes, and events beginning at or after 2:00 PM are cancelled. • All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 3:00 PM. • Recreation Centers at Westhaven, Greenstone on 5th, and Crow are closed.

Due to anticipated weather conditions on Monday, March 16 please see the updated afternoon operations information: charlottesville.gov/AlertCenter.as…

Please note our modified operating hours for Tuesday, March 3, in observance of Liberation and Freedom Day.

🚩Group Fitness Classes with Shawn at Carver Recreation Center are cancelled for the evening of March 2nd! We apologize for any inconvenience. 🚩

🌿 Urban Forest Restoration – Butterfly Greenway Trail | 3/2–4/1. We will be conducting invasive plant removal and native habitat restoration along the trail. Temporary trail closures may occur. If signage and caution tape are posted, the trail is closed to all traffic.

‼️ Due to scheduled maintenance, there will be no roller skating on Friday, February 27. Roller skating will resume on Sunday, March 1. Thank you for your understanding!

‼️Due to mechanical issues with the boiler, the recreation pool at Smith Aquatic & Fitness Center is closed until further notice. We will provide an update to the public as soon as the pool reopens. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

🌟 Get excited, everyone! The time is NOW! Registration for our SPRING classes and programs is officially OPEN! Spots fill quickly, so be sure to secure yours today. Let’s make this spring unforgettable together! 🔗 Sign up here: hhttps://ow.ly/12qi50YkeE7

💮Mark your calendars! Spring registration opens Monday, February 23 at 10 AM! Get moving, try something new, and build connections through classes, leagues, and programs for everyone!👉 Browse all programs at ow.ly/1PTC50YiP7t

Mark your calendars! Join Parks & Rec for a guided hike at Heyward Community Forest (next to Ragged Mountain) every first Wednesday, March–May | 5–6:30 PM. 🥾 2-mile hike (some hills!) 📍 1730 Reservoir Rd – look for the red sign ✨ Drop-in, no registration needed!