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We have a number of active construction projects in progress (parks, trails, etc.). Residents are reminded that sites under construction are closed to the public for safety reasons. For questions, please call us at 267-4000.

Heritage Park Senior Facility will be open 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on May 13.

All City of Henderson pools will close May 18 at 4:00 p.m., May 19 at 1:00 p.m., and May 25 at 5:30 p.m.

Henderson Multigenerational Center/Aquatic Complex (recreation center and pools) will open one hour later than usual on Tuesday, May 22. Hours will be 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Whitney Ranch Recreation Center will be closed for maintenance June 4-10. Normal hours will resume on Monday, June 11.

Whitney Ranch Indoor Pool will be closed for maintenance June 4-10. Normal hours will resume on Monday, June 11.

Starting Feb. 1, Pittman Wash Trail will be closed for improvements between Pebble Road and Arroyo Grande Park until summer 2012.

The east entrance to Arroyo Grande Sports Complex off of American Pacific Drive is closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic starting Jan. 30 until summer 2012, for construction work and improvements. The west entrance will remain open, and there will be pedestrian access from the parking lot to the Sports office. A portion of the parking lot at Arroyo Grande Boulevard off of Santiago Drive will also be closed, but the parking lot will remain accessible to pedestrians and vehicles. For customer convenience, the Sports office will have staff available at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Pkwy., starting Jan. 30 until further notice.

Due to copper wire theft at Tuscany Park, the skate park will be open only during daylight hours until repairs can be made.

River Mountains Loops Trail is closed for construction between mile marker 8.5 and mile marker 11. Cyclists will need to detour onto Lake Mead Parkway during this phase of construction. Closure signs are posted on the trail.

The rock wall at the Henderson Multigenerational Center is closed until further notice.

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Feb. 29, 2012 - Boutique Event Brings Affordable Twist to Prom Season
Feb. 22, 2012 - Community Pride Award Presented To Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa
Feb. 21, 2012 - Paseo Verde Park Going To the Dogs With Bark In the Park
Jan. 26, 2012 - Auto Maintenance Workshop Puts The Basics Within Reach
Jan. 24, 2012 - Athletes Wanted for 2012 Henderson Senior Games
Jan. 19, 2012 - Whitney Ranch Aquatic Complex Plans Inaugural Polar Bear Plunge
Jan. 18, 2012 - 9th Annual Gospel Fest Celebrates Black History Month
Jan. 3, 2012 - New Skateboarding Program Blends Safety and Skill
Dec. 28, 2011 - Soccer Enthusiasts Get Their Kicks With City of Henderson Leagues
Dec. 27, 2011 - Lighten Up Henderson Challenges People To Get Healthy and Fit in 2012
Dec. 27, 2011 - Registration Opens For Winter/Spring Henderson Parks and Recreation Programs
Dec. 21, 2011 - Saguaro Power Company Receives Community Pride Award
Dec. 20, 2011 - City of Henderson Offers Free Holiday Tree Recycling
Dec. 20, 2011 - Grand Opening Celebration For Hidden Falls Park Jan. 7
Dec. 1, 2011 - Aquatic Candy Cane Hunts Planned For Children
Nov. 15, 2011 - Reopening Celebration For Silver Springs Park Nov. 19
Oct. 27, 2011 - Black Mountain Recreation Center's Holiday Craft Fair Nov. 19
Oct. 19, 2011 - Set Sail At the Heritage Park Turkey Regatta
Oct. 19, 2011 - City of Henderson 2011 Holiday Decorating Contest Accepting Entries
Oct. 5, 2011 - Community Tree Planting Set For Make A Difference Day
Oct. 4, 2011 - Trunk or Treat Set for Oct. 27
Oct. 4, 2011 - Family Fitness Walk Gets Bodies Moving
Sept. 28, 2011 - Families Prepare to Get Haunted At the Ranch
Sept. 14, 2011 - Family Pride Bike Ride Takes Off Oct. 24
Sept. 13, 2011 - National Trails Day Celebration 2011 Set For Oct. 1
Aug. 18, 2011 - Free College Application and Scholarship Workshop Puts Teens On Track
Aug. 18, 2011 - Workshop Promotes Health and Fitness Through Triathlon Training
Aug. 10, 2011 - Henderson's Doggie Paddle & Play Day Is Sept. 17
July 14, 2011 - Fall Registration Announced For Henderson Parks and Recreation Programs
July 7, 2011 - Professional Swimming Stroke Analysis Improves Performance
July 6, 2011 - City of Henderson Offering Early Safekey and Teen Scene Registration
July 5, 2011 - Free Workshop Introduces Children To Water Safety
June 27, 2011 - July 9 Is Love Your Lifeguard Day At City of Henderson Pools
June 23, 2011 - Henderson Pools, Parks and Recreation Centers Open on July 4
June 14, 2011 - Heritage Park Aquatic Complex To Host Olympic Day
June 9, 2011 - Henderson Gears Up for 23rd Annual Midnite Madness Softball Tournament
June 7, 2011 - Children Join the City of Henderson For the World's Largest Swim Lesson June 14
May 31, 2011 - Smash & Splash Tennis Swim Camp Promotes Strong Bodies and Minds
May 26, 2011 - It's Summer At City of Henderson Pools
May 24, 2011 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Accepting Entries For Its Annual Trails Photo Contest
May 24, 2011 - City of Henderson Parks, Pools and Recreation Centers Open On Memorial Day
May 9, 2011 - New Workshop Explores Family Coats of Arms
April 26, 2011 - Arbor Day Foundation Names Henderson A Tree City USA For the 20th Year
April 11, 2011 - City of Henderson's Summer Camps Offer Parents More Options
April 7, 2011 - Free Water Safety Day May 7 at Black Mountain Aquatic Complex
April 7, 2011 - City Partners With United States Tennis Association To Bring Tournament Play To Henderson
March 30, 2011 - City of Henderson's Spring Break Kids Zone Provides Options For Working Parents
March 30, 2011 - Birding Celebration Set for April 22 & 23
March 29, 2011 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Earns National Accreditation
March 28, 2011 - City of Henderson's Parks, Recreation Programs Recognized For Excellence
March 17, 2011 - Teens-N-Training Summer Program Seeking Applicants
March 2, 2011 - Whitney Ranch Recreation Center Hosting Open House March 19
Feb. 16, 2011 - Groundbreaking Set for Downtown Henderson's Pacific Pines 4
Feb. 7, 2011 - Bark In the Park March 5 at Paseo Verde Park
Feb. 2, 2011 - Gospel Fest Celebrates Black History Month
Jan. 20, 2011 - Registration Opens For 2011 Henderson Senior Games
Jan. 6, 2011 - USTA Junior Team Tennis Comes To Henderson
Jan. 6, 2011 - Birthday Celebration For Heritage Park Aquatic Complex Jan. 28
Jan. 5, 2011 - Henderson Parks and Recreation Events Let Kids Celebrate Valentine’s Day Their Way
Dec. 21, 2010 - Free Workshop Explores Genealogy Research
Dec. 15, 2010 - City of Henderson Receives Landscape Architecture Awards
Dec. 2, 2010 - Free Forum Discusses Medications Made Easy
Dec. 2, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Holiday Hours
Dec. 2, 2010 - City of Henderson Christmas Tree Recycling Program Promotes Sustainability
Nov. 24, 2010 - City of Henderson Offers Lifeguard Training Program Dec. 20-30
Nov. 24, 2010 - Santa Claus To Visit Black Mountain Recreation Center Dec. 11 and Dec. 18
Nov. 4, 2010 - City of Henderson Welcomes Team France Olympic Synchronized Swimming Team to Heritage Park
Oct. 21, 2010 - Nov. 12 Fall Carnival Night at Heritage Park Aquatic Complex
Oct. 20, 2010 - Henderson Commemorative Beautification Commission Names Chair, Vice Chair
Oct. 19, 2010 - Henderson’s Bark Park Mascot Receives A Name
Oct. 14, 2010 - City of Henderson’s 2010 Holiday Decorating Contest Accepting Entries
Oct. 13, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Hosting Fall Cooking Workshops
Oct. 12, 2010 - Reunion Trails Park Groundbreaking Oct. 18
Oct. 11, 2010 - Henderson’s Dirk Richwine Appointed to Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies
Oct. 11, 2010 - Thanksgiving-Themed Events Bring Families Together
Oct. 7, 2010 - Kid Fiddlers Family Band To Perform on Nov. 13
Oct. 6, 2010 - November Events Put Twist On Traditional Garage Sales
Oct. 5, 2010 - Saguaro Power Company Makes Donation to TreesHenderson
Oct. 5, 2010 - Parks and Recreation Department Offering Free Tree Care Workshops
Oct. 4, 2010 - Holiday Craft Show Oct. 23 at Black Mountain Recreation Center
Oct. 4, 2010 - Henderson’s Halloween Happenings
Sept. 28, 2010 - National Trails Day Celebration Oct. 9 at Henderson’s Promenade at the Pavilion
Sept. 9, 2010 - Free College Application and Scholarship Workshop Oct. 5 and Oct. 6
Aug. 26, 2010 - Richwine Named A Fellow of the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration
Aug. 26, 2010 - Free Homeschooler Hikes Program Puts Kids In Touch With Nature
Aug. 25, 2010 - Doggie Paddle & Play Day Sept. 18
Aug. 25, 2010 - Free Fall Fitness Walks Promote Physical Activity on Henderson Trails
Aug. 25, 2010 - Workshop Introduces City of Henderson’s New Youth Sports Cheerleading League
Aug. 24, 2010 - Food For Health and Soul Promotes Better Nutrition Free Program Features Recipe Modification
Aug. 24, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Labor Day Hours
Aug. 18, 2010 - City of Henderson Named A Playful City USA For the Third Consecutive Year
Aug. 17, 2010 - Free Gymnastics Workshop Set for Aug. 28
Aug. 4, 2010 - Bark Park at Heritage Park Now Open
July 21, 2010 - Registration Opens for City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Adult Softball Leagues
July 20, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Sets Flag Football Registration
July 20, 2010 - Fall Registration Set For Henderson Parks and Recreation Programs
July 19, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Invites Children to “Name Our Puppy”
July 6, 2010 - City of Henderson’s Fifth Skate Park To Open July 8 New Skate Park Raises the Bar
June 24, 2010 - Midnite Madness Sweeps Henderson 22nd Annual 1-Pitch Softball Tournament Set for July 9-11
June 24, 2010 - Free Program Introduces Stanford University’s Living Healthfully With Chronic Conditions
June 24, 2010 - City of Henderson Offering Early Safekey/Teen Scene Registration
June 14, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Hosting Demonstration Cooking Workshops
June 14, 2010 - Free Identity Theft Prevention Workshops Set for July
June 14, 2010 - Henderson Parks and Recreation Fourth of July Pool Hours
June 3, 2010 - Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive to Benefit Henderson Schools Now Through Aug. 20
May 27, 2010 - River Mountains Loop Trail Earns National Recreation Trail Designation
May 26, 2010 - Jump’N Movie Offers Family Friendly Fun
May 25, 2010 - Henderson Parks and Recreation Memorial Day Weekend Hours
May 24, 2010 - Frog and Princess Tea Party Set for Dads and Daughters
May 19, 2010 - City of Henderson Hosting Annual Trails Photo Contest
May 19, 2010 - City of Henderson Sponsoring Summer Food Service Program for Youth
May 18, 2010 - Free Water Safety Workshops Provide Kids With Knowledge and Skills
May 17, 2010 - Summer Cheer/Stunt/Dance/Tumbling Camps Promote Healthy Lifestyles
April 26, 2010 - Summer Registration Opens for Henderson Parks and Recreation Programs
April 13, 2010 - Henderson Arbor Day Celebration Invites Hands-On Learning
April 12, 2010 - Hit the Links With the City of Henderson Co-Rec Golf League
April 7, 2010 - Arbor Day Foundation Honors Henderson With Tree City USA Recognition
April 7, 2010 - Moms and Children Invited to Mad Hatter Tea Party
April 5, 2010 - Free Event Helps Parents Keep Children Safe In and Around Pools
March 31, 2010 - Free Workshops Offered at Acacia Demonstration Gardens May 1
March 31, 2010 - Henderson Hosting Free Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run Competition April 3
March 23, 2010 - Henderson’s Teens-N-Training Summer Program Provides Valuable Life and Job Skills
March 8, 2010 - NBA Veteran Ricky Sobers Hosting Basketball Clinic
March 4, 2010 - Athletes Wanted For 2010 Henderson Senior Games
March 3, 2010 - Turf Conversion Project Completed at Anthem Hills Park
March 3, 2010 - Pepper Tree HOA Receives Community Pride Award
March 3, 2010 - Free Educational Forum Discusses Medical Bill Auditing
March 2, 2010 - Henderson’s Bark in the Park Saturday, March 6
Feb. 11, 2010 - National Wildlife Federation Certifies Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve As A Wildlife Habitat
Feb. 9, 2010 - Celebrate Black History Month at Gospel Fest
Feb. 9, 2010 - Home Pool Safety For the Parent, Day Care Provider
Feb. 9, 2010 - Demonstration Cooking Classes Focus on Flavor
Feb. 2, 2010 - Dedication of Ben Stepman Plaza at Heritage Park Set For Feb. 6
Jan. 21, 2010 - Grand Opening Celebration for Heritage Park Aquatic Complex and Heritage Park Senior Facility Set for Jan. 30
Jan. 19, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Adds Scouting Merit Badge Workshops
Jan. 14, 2010 - Teens n’ Friends Tree Planting Set for Jan. 30
Jan. 11, 2010 - Free Educational Forum Offers Burglary Prevention Information
Jan. 9, 2010 - Nation’s Tallest Cut Christmas Tree Getting a Second Lease On Life
Jan. 7, 2010 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Launches Healthy Henderson Rewards Program
Dec. 30, 2009 - Whitney Mesa Trail and Trailhead Public Meeting Set for Jan. 21
Dec. 28, 2009 - Downtown Recreation Center Hosting Wii Bowling Tournament Jan. 16
Dec. 24, 2009 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Spring Flag Football Registration Starts Jan. 4
Dec. 23, 2009 - Registration for City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department’s Winter/Spring Classes Starts Jan. 4 and Jan. 6
Dec. 23, 2009 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department’s TreesHenderson Urban Forestry Initiative Receives Clean Air Award
Dec. 21, 2009 - City of Henderson Opens Heritage Park Senior Facility
Dec. 17, 2009 - 2009 Henderson Holiday Decorating Contest Winners Announced
Dec. 17, 2009 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Launches FunCard Gift Card
Dec. 17, 2009 - City of Henderson Earns Landscape Architecture Honors
Dec. 7, 2009 - Henderson Pools Hosting Family-Friendly Candy Cane Hunt
Dec. 1, 2009 - Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve Offering Free Tours on the Bird Mobile
Nov. 30, 2009 - City of Henderson Christmas Tree Recycling Program Open Dec. 26 Through Jan. 14
Nov. 17, 2009 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department’s Holiday Happenings
Nov. 16, 2009 - College Fair Comes to Henderson Nov. 18-19
Nov. 5, 2009 - Valley View Recreation Center Hosting Horsemanship Clinics
Nov. 2, 2009 - Free Senior Forum Explores Identity Theft Protection and Scams
Oct. 20, 2009 - Safety Education Classes Empower Kids to Recognize, Escape Danger
Oct. 16, 2009 - New Kids’ Architecture Workshop Encourages Design Skills
Oct. 16, 2009 - Demonstration Cooking Workshops Focus on Flavors, Techniques of Three Popular Cuisines
Oct. 16, 2009 - Henderson’s Sunset Walk on Anthem East Trail Set for Nov. 14
Oct. 15, 2009 - City of Henderson To Host 2009 Holiday Decorating Contest
Oct. 8, 2009 - TreesHenderson Community Tree Planting Set for Oct. 24
Oct. 6, 2009 - Free Workshop Explores the Basics of Tea
Sept. 30, 2009 - Registration Open for Real Skilz Bat Manufacturers’ Challenge
Sept. 29, 2009 - Black Mountain Recreation Center to Host Holiday Craft Show Oct. 17
Sept. 29, 2009 - Input Meeting To Launch Plans for Paradise Pointe Park on Oct. 13
Sept. 21, 2009 - City of Henderson Hosting Festive Halloween Events for Kids
Sept. 17, 2009 - National Trails Day Celebration Set for Oct. 3 in Henderson
Sept. 17, 2009 - Henderson To Host Come Out and Play Day Sept. 24
Sept. 14, 2009 - Informational Open House to Provide Updates on Pittman Wash
Sept. 10, 2009 - Outdoor Gear Swap Meet Adds Twist to National Trails Day
Sept. 10, 2009 - Mini Indy Races Put Little Ones In Driver’s Seat Oct. 3
Sept. 9, 2009 - City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Hosting Make A Difference Month Coat and Blanket Drive
Sept. 3, 2009 - BloggersUnite.org Partners with APPLE Partnership and Bloggers Worldwide to Raise Awareness For Literacy on Sept. 8
Aug. 31, 2009 - Valley View Recreation Center to Host Free Identity Theft Prevention Workshops
Aug. 26, 2009 - Field Trip To Connect Families With Nature
Aug. 24, 2009 - Labor Day Hours for Henderson Recreation Centers and Pools
Aug. 24, 2009 - Medical Bill Auditing Topic of Free Educational Forum
Aug. 24, 2009 - Neighborhood Park Public Meeting Set for Aug. 26
Aug. 17, 2009 - Free Workshops and Plant Sale Set for Sept. 12 At Acacia Demonstration Gardens
Aug. 4, 2009 - Henderson Recreation Centers Host Back-To-School Supplies Drive
Aug. 4, 2009 - Giant Garage Sales Set for September
July 30, 2009 - Aquatic Event Invites Pooches to the Pool
July 28, 2009 - Annual Celebration Honors Henderson Grandparents
July 27, 2009 - Dive-In Movie Night Set for Aug. 21
July 20, 2009 - City of Henderson Offering Early Safekey, Teen Scene Registration
July 15, 2009 - Valley’s Finest Lifeguards to Compete in Southern Nevada Lifeguard Games
July 14, 2009 - City of Henderson Named a 2009 Playful City USA
July 09, 2009 - City of Henderson’s 21st Annual Midnite Madness Softball Tournament This Weekend
June 30, 2009 - Aquatic Complex Hosting Dive-In Movie Night July 31
June 25, 2009 - City of Henderson’s Brady Dehn Earns National Recognition
June 24, 2009 - City of Henderson to Host Howie Landa’s Hoop Camp in July
June 24, 2009 - Free Bus Tour Explores Existing and Upcoming Parks, Trails In Henderson
une 16, 2009 - Free Educational Forum Explores Long-Term Care Planning
June 11, 2009 - Registration Open for Summer Jr. Lifeguard Program

City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Public Information Statement
The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to informing the community and the news media of events within the public domain that are handled by or involve the agency. The Department is committed to an authentic and transparent process whereby information is shared among Department staff, City staff, the community at large, and the media. The Department provides information by all reasonable means in an accessible and timely manner, and remains committed to a timely response to all inquiries. Media are directed to contact the Communications and Marketing supervisor for all inquiries.