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Have you visited Ryan Park? This unique park is located near King’s Walk Golf Course and is home to a variety of amenities including walking paths, a playground, and Ryan Lake *. Visit this beautiful community park for an afternoon of fishing and fun.
Share your photos from your visit to Ryan Park and use the hashtags
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Have you checked out the outdoor games space at Lincoln Park Drive?
Located conveniently at Lincoln Park Drive, this outdoor games space is a great place to play with family and friends. Games include cornhole, table tennis, connect 4, and more!
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Best Night EVER!🤩Family Fun Night was a great success! So many fun activities and memories made!🎉
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In the great community of Grand Forks, we honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect and serve. The Northern Valley Law Enforcement Memorial, located at Optimist Park, honors the brave men and women in law enforcement who gave their lives in the line of duty. Visit Optimist Park to see the beautiful memorial for yourself!
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Lincoln Golf Course was established in 1909, placing it among some of the oldest golf facilities in North Dakota. With its rich history and beautiful 9-hole, par 35 course, Lincoln has everything you need for a great round. Tucked along the banks of the Red River and shaded by massive mature trees, this course is both scenic and historic. Easily book a tee time online at lincolngolf.org to check out this one-of-a-kind course for yourself!🏌
Snap and share your best golf photos with us using #youbelonghere and #ILoveGFParks to be entered into our weekly drawing for awesome prize giveaways!
Head on over to University Park TOMORROW NIGHT (7/23) for another free event for the community: Family Fun Night! This event features family games, healthy treats, a kid’s parade, inflatable games, and more! Family Fun Night runs from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and is free and open to the public.
Stay after for Movie in the Park showing “Harry and he Hendersons” - show begins at sundown. Thanks to our movie sponsor: Snowie
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Another reason to love all things parks & rec: the indoor Aquatics Complex at Choice Health & Fitness, which is the best place to hangout no matter the weather! The Aquatics Complex features a 3-lane lap pool, 2 large water slides with dumping bay, zero depth entry pool with spray toys, lazy river for family entertainment, and low impact walking programs, water aerobics, water recreation, and swim lessons.🌊
Not a Choice HF Member? That’s okay! Guest passes are available for individuals & families! Learn more at choicehf.com
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Originally opened in 1940, Riverside Pool is now an iconic summertime spot on the north end of town. This historic pool features a water slide, diving boards, toddler pool, and concessions.🌊Whether you’re splishin’ and splashin’ in the water, relaxing poolside, or perfecting your cannonballs, this cool pool is the place to be when the weather is hot.
For complete pool info visit www.gfparks.org/parks-facilities/pools-spray-parks/
Share your favorite photos from riverside pool using the hashtags #YouBelongHere and #ILoveGFParks
Located near the University of North Dakota campus, University Park has many amenities for year-round fun. Established in 1909, this beautiful and historic park features manicured flowerbeds and a large rock garden that are used by many for family pictures, senior pictures, and weddings.🌸Additionally, the park has a large spray park, picnic shelters (available for rental), tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a community room that doubles as a warming house for the outdoor ice-skating rink in the winter, and two baseball diamonds.
Share your best University Park photos with us using #ILoveGFParks and #youbelonghere to enter our on-going prize giveaway!
A HUGE thank you to Scheels for providing food, drinks, and fun for youth baseball and softball players. An end of season celebration was great way to celebrate the success of an incredible season! ⚾️
Tennis is a great sport for people of all ages to enjoy, especially here in Grand Forks as we have an amazing tennis community! 🎾
Through the Park District and Choice Health & Fitness, we offer a variety of tennis programs for every age and skill level. Tennis in the Park, one of our most popular programs, is a great introductory program designed to teach students the fundamental strokes and techniques of tennis at various parks around town. Learn more at www.gfparks.org/programs-activities/youth/tennis/
Share your tennis photos with us using #YouBelongHere and #ILoveGFParks for a chance to win awesome prizes during our month-long celebration of National Parks and Rec month!
Come on Barbie Let's Go Party!!💎🩷✨
Join us at Eagles Areas on August 1st for an unforgettable Barbie Party! Starting at 6:00 PM, dance the night away at our Barbie-themed dance party, followed by a special showing of The Barbie Movie!
Enjoy photo booth opportunities and delicious food available for purchase from our sponsor, Snowie. Wear your pink or dress up as Barbie or Ken and join in the costume contest for a chance to win amazing prizes! Don't miss out on the fun!💖✨
Did you know that Richards West Park has a painting studio?? 🎨
Oil painting classes are offered for adults at various days and times throughout the summer. To learn more or to register for classes visit: www.gfparks.org/programs-activities/adult/oil-painting/
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GIRLS GOLF AND JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY ANNOUNCEMENT: The last two classes for Girls Golf and Junior Golf Academy will be held at Lincoln Golf Course.
Tuesday, July 23rd – at Lincoln Golf Course - Par 3 Day
Tuesday, July 30th – at Lincoln Golf Course - Play Day on the main course.
Starting & pick up times will remain as regularly scheduled.
No matter your skill level, there’s a golf league for you! From Lincoln Ladies League, a laid-back fun league for women, to Men’s Match Play and more competitive Men’s and Ladies’ Leagues offered at King’s Walk, you’re sure to find the perfect fit. Leagues are a great way to get you out golfing regularly, meeting new people, and enjoying the summer months on the links! 🏌
Additionally, “Divot A Try”, held every Tuesday at 6:30 pm (May 28 – Aug. 6) on the King's Walk Driving Range provides women the opportunity to learn the game of golf through group lessons in a judgement-free, relaxed, setting! These weekly lessons include instruction from the Pros, range balls, contests/ games, and a voucher for a beverage in the clubhouse after your lesson. So, ladies, head out to King’s Walk Golf Course on Tuesday to “Divot A Try”!
Learn more about all the leagues offered at King’s Walk and Lincoln at www.kingswalk.org/golf/leagues
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Youth Baseball ⚾ (T-ball, Mites, Squirts, Peewees, Bantam) provides boys and girls ages 5-13 years the opportunity to enhance their skills, learn the responsibilities of teamwork, and have fun all summer long! www.gfparks.org/programs-activities/youth/baseball/
Share your best baseball photos from this season with us using #ILoveGFParks and #youbelonghere for a chance to win prizes all month long!
Have you ever checked out the Rydell Skatepark at Kannowski Park? 🛹 This awesome park, opened in 2018, boasts features like a full bowl, quarter pipes, grind rails, and so much more for skaters, bikers, and scooter riders to enjoy! www.gfparks.org/parks-facilities/arenas-athletic-complexes/rydell-skatepark/
Have any great photos from the skatepark? Share them with us using #youbelonghere and #ILoveGFParks for a chance to win prizes all month long in celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month!
Have you tried your hand at one of the fastest growing sports in the country? Pickleball, considered a social and low-impact sport, which mixes parts of tennis, badminton, and table tennis can be enjoyed by young and old players alike. Try out this fun sport at one of our designated pickleball courts located at Symington, Optimist Park courts, and the newly renovated Abbott Complex.
Don’t forget to enter the prize drawing by sharing a Parks & Rec inspired photo using #YouBelongHere and #ILoveGFParks
Have you visited Skidmore Park? This hidden gem is located on the corner of North 5th Street and Gateway Drive and features a historic 5-ton horse trough amid a beautiful garden of flowers.
The park has recently undergone a series of renovations and there will be a neighborhood celebration tomorrow (Saturday, June 13). Check out event details here: www.facebook.com/events/1565235780759774
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Last night’s movie in the park was amazing! Thanks to everyone who came out and joined in on the fun 🎥🌳
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