Parks & Recreation Department News Releases for September 2016

Sept. 23

Gondola Meadow re-opens while construction is deferred a few months

6:18 p.m. - Construction of the recreational ice ribbon will begin a couple months later than anticipated; the new opening timeline is fall 2017 for ice skating.

Sept. 13

Chinese Lantern Festival Returns to Riverfront Park Friday, Sept. 16

4:58 p.m. - The Washington State Chinese Lantern Festival, presented by Avista, opens Friday, September 16 in Riverfront Park and runs through Sunday, October 30.

Meejin Yoon selected as Lead Artist for Riverfront Park Redevelopment

12:47 p.m. - Spokane Parks & Recreation and Spokane Arts are pleased to announce the lead artist has been selected for Riverfront Park Redevelopment: Meejin Yoon

Sept. 9

Upper Falls Reservoir lowered to accommodate S. Howard St. Bridge work

12:06 p.m. - On behalf of the City, Avista plans to draw the Upper Falls Reservoir down 1.25’ beginning September 12 for bridge work.

Sept. 2

Downriver Golf Course Celebrates 100 with $10 Rounds and Free Lessons

2:58 p.m. - Downriver celebrates 100 years on Friday, September 16 with $10 rounds, free lessons, games, prizes, live music, food and drinks.