Parks & Recreation Department News Releases for October 2016

Oct. 24

First ability ballfield in Spokane breaks ground Wednesday

5 p.m. - Mission Park Ability Ballfield will open summer 2017

Oct. 20

Park Board to consider new names for Canada Island in Riverfront Park

8:25 a.m. - Park Board will consider a resolution to begin the process for renaming Canada Island in Riverfront Park, with the Canadian Government’s blessing.

Oct. 17

2017 Manito Calendar Available

10:35 a.m. - The Friends of Manito 2017 calendar featuring beautiful pictures of Manito Park is now available, and makes a great gift!

Oct. 14

Riverfront Park closes attractions for summer 2017

4:06 p.m. - Facing decreased use during construction, Riverfront Park closes Pavilion attractions for summer 2017. Paths, greens space and events remain open.

Fall Leaf Festival at Finch Arboretum Saturday, October 22

2:47 p.m. - The trees are lighting up, naturally! Mother Nature is doing her best to paint the Arboretum in anticipation of Spokane’s annual celebration of fall.

Oct. 11

Park Board considers adoption of 2017 budget

4:37 p.m. - After meeting today, the Finance Committee of the City of Spokane Park Board is recommending the 2017 Parks and Recreation budget to the Park Board.