The City of Madison Parks Division, in partnership with Madison Parks Foundation and Forward Madison FC are excited to announce the first futsal mini-pitch court opening in Penn Park. The community is invited to join City leaders, partners and…
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Madison Set to Open its First Futsal Mini-Pitch at Penn Park on Thursday
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What's Your Vision for Parks and Open Spaces?
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The City of Madison Parks Division is updating its Park and Open Space Plan (POSP) and seeking input from area residents. The purpose of the POSP is to guide and inform public park policies and park facility decisions in the city of Madison. Parks…
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Applications Open Friday, March 15 To Be The 2024 Naturalist-in-Residence at Madison Public Library
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Apply Friday, March 15 - Monday, April 15 to lead a 6-week nature residency in libraries and green spaces across Madison.
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Madison Selected for “Nature Everywhere” Communities Initiative
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The City of Madison is proud to announce it is one of nineteen communities in the country selected to join the inaugural Nature Everywhere Communities initiative. The initiative is designed to increase equitable access to nature everywhere children…
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Women in Construction 2024: Keira Miller
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If you’ve ever come across the invasive species Buckthorn, you know it’s prickly and not
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Celebrate Women in Construction Week 2024: March 3-9, 2024
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The City of Madison Engineering Division, in partnership with the Parks Division, Traffic Engineering Division and Building Inspection Division, is proud to join the nation
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Ride the Drive Returns to Promote Health, Sustainability and Community Engagement
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It’s the return of parks and open streets! Ride the Drive is back and set to be Madison’s landmark event of the 2024 summer. On Sunday, August 11, from 10 am to 2 pm, select downtown area streets and parks come alive with the spirit of community.
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Three City of Madison Golf Courses Open Sunday
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Good news golfers! The unseasonably warm temps are allowing three of the four City of Madison Golf Courses to open starting at 10:00 am on Sunday, February 25. Online tee time reservations may be made after 8:00 am Friday, February 23. Here's what…
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ENJOY A FREE FUN WEEKEND IN YOUR LOCAL PARKS
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Activity Permit Fees are Waived January 20 and 21 in Dane County and City of Madison Parks Madison Parks and Dane County Parks are offering a permit-free weekend on Saturday and Sunday, January 20 and 21, 2024. Winter activities typically requiring…
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Don't miss the Winter Wonderland Family Prom: Music, Dancing, Crafts, and Fun for All
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Celebrate the magic of winter at the Family Winter Prom! Join us for a night of frosty fun and create lasting memories with your loved ones on Saturday, January 27 from 6-8 pm at Monona Terrace. Tickets are $5 per family (ages 4-13). Dress up and…
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City of Madison Earns 2023 Leadership Circle Recognition with National Monarch Pledge
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The City of Madison is proud to continue its dedication to the Monarch butterfly community and pollinator conservation in southcentral Wisconsin as a part of the National Wildlife Federation Mayors’ Monarch Pledge Team. The NWF Mayor’s Monarch…
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Imagination Center at Reindahl Park Moves Forward, Meeting Set
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MADISON, Wis.– The City’s Imagination Center at Reindahl Park is ready for the next step in the construction process, and the City needs your input at its next virtual public information meeting, 6 p.m., Nov. 6, 2023, via Zoom. Registration prior is…
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Ribbon Cutting Set for Accessible Playground at Rennebohm Park
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Rennebohm Park joins Brittingham, Elver and Warner parks with Madison’s fourth accessible playground officially opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 11:00am. Join Madison Parks, the Madison Parks Foundation and…
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Ribbon Cutting Set For Frautschi Family Accessible Playground at Warner Park
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Warner Park joins Brittingham and Elver parks, with the third accessible playground officially opening on Wednesday, August 16 at 11:00am with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Join Madison Parks, the Madison Parks Foundation and other City leaders in…
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Goodman Pool Hosts All-City Swim, Pool Closed Starting July 21
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Madison’s All-City Championship Swim Meet is happening July 27-29 at the Goodman Pool! Cheer on the Goodman Waves Swim Team as they host, for the first time in history, one of the largest outdoor amateur swim meets. The All-City Swim Meet, founded…
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This July, Celebrate Park and Recreation Month
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Madison Parks and Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) are celebrating National Park and Recreation Month - Where Community Grows throughout July and you’re invited! Together, we are celebrating park and recreation professionals' vital…
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A Wild Rumpus Returns this July to Offer A Unique Play Experience in the Park
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MADISON, WI -- Madison Parks and Madison Public Library bring you A Wild Rumpus: An Anji Play Experience at two parks July through August.
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Goodman Pool Opens Friday, June 9
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Goodman Pool opens for the 2023 season on Friday, June 9 and thanks to the generosity of Goodman's Jewelers, the first 500 kids receive FREE ADMISSION starting at 12pm! Honoring Irwin and Robert Goodman, John and Catherine Hayes, owners of Goodman’s…
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Free Fun Weekend in Madison Parks
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Enjoy permit-free days in Madison's parks, Saturday and Sunday, June 3 and 4, 2023. No permit is required to try out a disc golf course, bring your dog to a park or access the lakes. DISC GOLF A daily or annual permit is typically required to play a…
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Beaches and Splash Parks Opening for the Season
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As warmer temperatures creep into the Madison area, splash parks and beaches officially open for the season on Saturday, May 27. Madison Parks’ three splash parks open for the season on Saturday, May 27. Each free-to-use location is open daily…