Brentwood Arts Exchange and Montpelier Arts Center are reopening to the public

The Brentwood Arts Exchange and Montpelier Arts Center are reopening to the public on Monday, March 29. A reservation is required to visit the center. Schedule your visit.

For a complete list of facilities reopening, read our news release here. For more in...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Presents Shakespeare in the Parks 2020 Macbeth: Radio Dr

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 13, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com PROGRAM CONTACT: CHRISTEL STEVENS at Christel.Stevens@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation PresentsS...

A Notice to Parents/Guardians

Dear Parents/Guardians, 

Thank you for viewing our Childcare website. As you may already know, Prince George’s County Public Schools have made the decision to continue distance learning from August 31, 2020 to January 31, 2021. This deci...

College Park Aviation Museum is reopening to the public on Monday, March 29

College Park Aviation Museum is reopening to the public on Monday, March 29. A reservation is required to visit the center. Schedule your visit.

For a complete list of facilities reopening, read our news release here. For more information, send an email to ...

Watch Jessica Cox's landing and interview at the College Park Airport

To commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Jessica Cox visited the College Park Airport. Jessica is best known for becoming the first armless pilot in aviation history. Her arrival coincided with the ADA’s ...

College Park Aviation Museum with STEAM

Field of Firsts Foundation Announces Matching Grant

The Field of Firsts Foundation (FOFF) received a grant from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority to help fund the museum’s creation of a new semi-permanent exhibit to celebrate the Air Mail Centennial, which kicks off in August 2018. You can be...

Welcome to our website!

If you have any comments or concerns regarding our website, please reach out to us. We would love to hear from you.

COVID-19 Operational Update February 12, 2021

While the ERS remains operational, we continue to experience processing delays due to a high volume of retirements and deaths, coupled with implementation of a new pension administration system.  Important information regarding services follows:T...

Our Catering Policy has changed

Beginning September 1, 2017, the historic rental properties will offer an exclusive listing of full-service caterers for your convenience. 

Interested caterers are welcome to apply to be included on this listing through the M-NCPPC bidding process...

Welcome to our newly redesigned website

We are happy to unveil our newly redesigned website. If you have any comments or concerns regarding our website, please reach out to us. We would love to hear from you.

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Seeking Fitness in the Park Instructor

The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking individuals with prior fitness experience to instruct Fitness in the Parks sessions. Fitness in the Parks is a free exercise program that provides a variety of fitness opportunities within our parks and na...

Seeking Walk with Ease Instructor

The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking individuals to become Walk With Ease certified to instruct during our upcoming sessions. Walk With Ease is a free, evidence-based exercise program developed by the Arthritis Foundation aiming to reduce the...

The NEW Smart Vending program! "Live Smart, Eat Smart"

See how the Department of Parks and Recreation has changed how we snack.

M-NCPPC is creating healthy communities through people, parks, and programs. We’re bringing healthier snack and beverage choices to our vending machines throughout our vario...

View the Health & Wellness Action Plan

We are delighted to showcase the Department of Parks and Recreation’s Health & Wellness Action Plan. The Plan implements the health and wellness objectives of the Formula 2040: Functional Master Plan for Parks, Recreation and Open Space and demonstrat...

Dino-Sized Ambitions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 8, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Dino-Sized Ambitions:

2018 Doodle 4 Google Winner Inspir...

M-NCPPC stands in solidarity with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities

M-NCPPC stands in solidarity with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities; denounces increase in anti-Asian racism incidents  Read on...

Department of Parks and Recreation to Begin E-Bike and E-Scooter Pilot Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 1, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       &...

Run for Wildlife: Annual Fun Run-Walk at Jug Bay

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 21, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Run for Wildlife:Annual Fun Run-Walk at Jug Bay

Riverdale, MD - The Marylan...

Dino-Sized Ambitions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 8, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Dino-Sized Ambitions:

2018 Doodle 4 Google Winner Inspir...

ParksDirect Scheduled Maintenance

Our online registration system, ParksDirect, will be performing scheduled maintenance on Wednesday, April 14. There will be periods of time between 10:30 pm and 3:30 am when the system will not be accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience caused.

La reapertura de algunas instalaciones

PARA DIVULGACIÓN INMEDIATA, 24 de marzo de 2021

Contacto con los medios: Nydia Ocasio, 301-446-3427

 M-NCPPC, Departamento de Parques y Recreación,  Condado de Prince George’s anuncia  

La reapertura de algunas instalacio...

Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Reopening of Selected Faci.....

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, March 24, 2021Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces  Reopening of Select Facilities 

RIVERDALE, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation, ...

Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Update on Playground Lead Testing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 8, 2021

MEDIA CONTACT: ANGEL WALDRON, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Provides Update on Playground Lead Testing 

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Commemorative Bricks Offered to Support Local WWI Memorial Restoration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 15, 2021

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

Commemorative Bricks Offered to Support Local WWI Memorial Restoration

Riverdale, MD - A 40-foot-tall monument standing at the intersections of Bladensbur...

Virtual Teen Art Summit Announced by Dept of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb 22, 2021

Program Contact: Elizabeth Malone, 301-446-3259

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreations, Prince George’s County Announces 

Virtual Teen Art Summit

 ...

Dept of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces President’s Day Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 10, 2021

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces President’s Day Schedule

Riverdale, MD...

Celebrate Black History Month 2021 with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation

For Immediate Release:January 26, 2021

Media Contacts:Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

Celebrate Black History Month 2021 with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recr...

2021 Deer Population Management Operations Announced by M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation

For Immediate Release:January 28, 2021

Media Contacts:Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

2021 Deer Population Management Operations Announced by 

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County

Riverdale, MD - The Department of...

M-NCPPC Earns National Accreditation in Parks and Recreation

For Immediate Release:January 14, 2021

Media Contacts:Chanda Washington, Division ChiefPublic Affairs and Marketing DivisionM-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s CountyMobile: 240-565-2584 Direct: 301-446-3305Chanda.Washing...

M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County Announces Holiday Schedule

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, announces programming for the Christmas and New Year holidays.  The administra...

Parks and Recreation Aquatics Recognized in 2020 Best of the Best for COVID-19 Response

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 3, 2020

Media Contact: Angel.Waldron@pgparks.com, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Aquatics Recognized in 2020 Best of the Best for COVID-19 Response and Reopening Plan

Rive...

Holiday Happenings: Celebrate the Best of the Season with Fun for All Ages

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 2, 2020

MEDIA CONTACT: Angel.Waldron@pgparks.com, 301-446-3311

Holiday Happenings: Celebrate the Best of the Season with Fun for All Ages

Riverdale, MD – We’ve rounded up the best of the...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Releases 2020/2021 Winter Guide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 24, 2020

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Releases Winter Guide: Continues to Offer Virtual Programming During COVID-1...

Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Thanksgiving Community Events

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 9, 2020

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Thanksgiving Community Events

Riverdal...

Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County Announce The 2020 Winter Festival of Lights

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 13, 2020

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces 

The 2020 Winter Festival of Lights

Riverdale, MD –&nb...

Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Giving Tuesday Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 24, 2020

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces 

Giving Tuesday Campaign to Benefit Peace Cross Restoration

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Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Holiday Schedule for Veterans Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Friday, November 6, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: ANGEL WALDRON, 301-446-3311 - angel.waldron@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Holiday Schedule for Veterans ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Cancellation of Rentals for Venues, Park Bu...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Friday, October 23, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: ANGEL WALDRON, 301-446-3311 - angel.waldron@pgparks.com - OR - CHANDA WASHINGTON, 240-565-2584 - chanda.washington@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Ca...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Confirms Safe Lead Levels

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Wednesday, October 21, 2020

MEDIA CONTACT: ANGEL WALDRON, 301-446-3311 - Angel.Waldron@pgparks.com; or

CHANDA WASHINGTON, 240-565-2584 – Chanda.Washington@pgparks.com

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Openings of Wells Ice Rink and Several Indoor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Thursday, September 24, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Openings of Wells Ice Rink an...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Issues Post Flooding Closures and Precautions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Friday, September 11, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and RecreationIssues Post Flooding Closures and Precautions 

RIVER...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Labor Day 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Monday, August 31, 2020                                    ...

M-NCPPC, Dept. of Parks & Recreation Announcing Extending Summer Swimming & Expanding Fall Fun

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 28, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announcing Extending Summer Swimming and Expanding Fall Fun&n...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Presents Shakespeare in the Parks 2020 Macbeth: Radio Dr

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 13, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com PROGRAM CONTACT: CHRISTEL STEVENS at Christel.Stevens@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation PresentsS...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Cancellation of Rentals for Park Buildings...

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 20, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Cancellation of Rentals for Park Buildings, Picnic Shelte...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Updates on Programs & Activities for July & August 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 9, 2020

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Updates onPrograms and Activities for July and August 2020

Riverdale, MD – The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), De...

M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Announces Additional Amenities Available

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 29, 2020 

M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Announces Additional Amenities Available for Prince George’s County Residents, Visitors

RIVERDALE, MD – The Maryland-...

M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Announces Summer Fun for Prince George’s County Youth

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 11, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

 M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Announces Summer Fun for Prince George’s County Youth

RIVERDALE...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Independence Day 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Monday, June 29, 2020

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and RecreationHoliday Schedule for Independence Day 2020

M-NCPPC and Bowie State University Create Play More TV

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 18, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

 M-NCPPC and Bowie State University Create Play More TV  Partnership Features a Fun and Informative Family Show for Pr...

M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Announces Registration for Virtual Summer Clubhouses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 10, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

 M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Announces Registration for Virtual Summer Clubhouses

RIVERDALE, MD &n...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Welcome Back to Golf in Prince George's County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 22, 2020
MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION WELCOME BACK TO GOLF IN PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Plans for Summer Cancellations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 8, 2020
MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS, 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 
CHANDA WASHINGTON, 240-565-2584 – or - Chanda.Washington@pgparks.com 

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation in Prince George’s County Launches Online Resource Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 15, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: CHANDA WASHINGTON 240-565-2584 – or chanda.washington@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation in Prince George’s County Launches Online Resource ...

Spanish - M-NCPPC, El Departamento de Parques y Recreación cierra proactivamente las instalaciones

PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA - 13 de marzo de 2020CONTACTO CON LOS MEDIOS: CHANDA WASHINGTON240-565-2584 - o chanda.washington@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Departamento de Parques y Recreación cierra proactivamente las instalaciones y cancela p...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation Closes Facilities and Cancels Programs and Events

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 13, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: CHANDA WASHINGTON 240-565-2584 – or chanda.washington@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Proactively Closes Facilities and Cancels Programs and...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Opens First Multi-Generational Facility

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 27, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

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 PHOTO OP: A full schedule of events, tours, and demos, including the ribbon-c...

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Names Bill Tyler as New Director

STATEMENTMEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Names Bill Tyler as New Director to the Department of Parks and Recreation ...

Department of Parks and Recreation Presidents’ Day Holiday Schedule Facilities Open with Few Except

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 7, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

Department of Parks and Recreation Presidents’ Day Holiday Schedule Facilities Open with Few Exceptions 

River...

2020 Teen Dating Violence Summit: No Excuse For Dating Abuse

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 6, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                    ...

Annual Black History Month Opening Reception/Exhibition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 13, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com EXHIBIT CONTACT: CAROLEE SMITH 301-203-6070 - or – Carolee.Smith@pgparks.com 

Annu...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 9, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

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Maryland-National Capital Park Police Surprise Local Family with Annual Secret Santa Giveaway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 18, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS at 301-446-332, Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com  - or –IYANA MOORE at 301-446-3313, Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Photo Op: Maryland- National Capi...

Spanish - M-NCPPC, Dept. of Parks & Recreation Receives the Three Kings at Kentland Comm. Ctr.

PARA PUBLICACION INMEDIATA - 19 DE DICIEMBRE DE 2019CONTACTO CON LOS MEDIOS: NYDIA OCASIO 301-446-3427 Nydia.Ocasio@pgparks.com –o- KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Receives the Three Kings at Kentland Community Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 19, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: NYDIA OCASIO at 301-446-3427, Nydia.Ocasio@pgparks.com - or – KIRA CALM LEWIS at 301-446-3327, Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

Photo Op: M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation cele...

STATEMENT FROM THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK POLICE, PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY DIVISION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 7, 2019Contact: Kira Calm Lewis at 301-446-3327Public Affairs/SpokespersonM-NCPPC, Dept. of Parks and Recreation,Prince George’s County -   or – Stanley R. Johnson at 301-459-8333Park...

Department of Parks and Recreation to Begin E-Bike and E-Scooter Pilot Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 1, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                     &...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Operating Schedule for Veterans Day 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 30, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Operating Schedulefo...

Run for Wildlife: Annual Fun Run-Walk at Jug Bay

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 21, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Run for Wildlife:Annual Fun Run-Walk at Jug Bay

Riverdale, MD - T...

Teens & Jeans: 2019 Denim Collection Drive for the Homeless

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 17, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Teens & Jeans:2019 Denim Collection Drive for the Homeless&a...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Presents Annual American Indian Festival

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 10, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Presents A...

Belgian Fall Fest: Celebrate Fall the Belgian way!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 1, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: RIVERSDALE HOUSE MUSEUM – 301-864-0420 // TTY 301699-2544 –or - riversdale@pgparks.com 

Belgian Fall Fest:Celebrate Fall the Belgian way!&nb...

Help M-NCPPC Shatter the Silence: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 23, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Lakeisha Robinson 301-459-9088 - or – Lakeisha.Robinson@pgparks.com 

Help M-NCPPC Shatter the Silence:Domestic Violence Awareness Month&nb...

Experience Montpelier: Cultural Arts Programming by the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 16, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301- 446- 3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -                    &...

The Publick Playhouse 2019-2020 Season Announcement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 29, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Megan Merchant 301-277-0015; Megan.Merchant@pgparks.com – or –Omrao Brown 301-277-0005; Omrao.Brown@pgparks.com 

The Publick Playhouse 2019-2020...

“Redefining Active” with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Celebrating Active Aging Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 28, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                     ...

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Labor Day 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 19, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Gymnast Wins Gold Medal in Women’s Individual Trampoline

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 11, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Gymnast Wins Gold Medal...

Aviation Museum Teams Up with Smithsonian Channel and Blue Star Families to Celebrate 50th Anniversa

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 25, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Chelsea Dorman/Andrea Cochrane Tracey, College Park Aviation Museum(301) 864-6029 or Chelsea.Dorman@pgparks.com /Andrea.Tracey@pgparks.com

Aviation Museum Teams Up with Smiths...

M-NCPPC RESPONDS TO SUPREME COURT DECISION ON THE PEACE CROSS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 20, 2019

Contact: Anika B. Jackson, Acting Public Affairs Officer, 301-952-4584

M-NCPPC RESPONDS TO SUPREME COURT DECISION ON THE PEACE CROSS

Riverdale, MD - Today, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled the Bladensbu...

Kicking-Off A ‘Safe Summer’ with Xtreme Teens Annual TeenFest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 18, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Presents Summer Concert Series

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 18, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Independence Day 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 17, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                     &a...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Honored at the MAEOE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 6, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                        ...

June Reception at the Montpelier Arts Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 13, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       &...

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Memorial Day 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 14, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       &...

Connect, Create, Contribute: M-NCPPC, Dept. of Parks and Recreation Celebrates Older Americans Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 9, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       &a...

Namaste: Yoga with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 1, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301- 446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Namaste: Yoga with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks a...

GEICO Foundation Supports Publick Playhouse Free Matinees for Prince George’s County Youth

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 25, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                      ...

Ceremony for the Reopening of Selby’s Landing Boat Ramp and Dock at Patuxent River Park

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 22, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -                   &nbs...

Maryland-National Capital Park Police Host 3rd Annual Regional Law Enforcement Career Fair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 11, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                         &am...

Wellness in the Woods: A Family Zen Festival Celebrate National Park Rx Day with M-NCPPC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 8, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Wellness in the Woods: A Family Zen FestivalCelebrate National Park...

Train Like a Champion With Two-Time Olympic Medalist Lia Neal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 1, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       ...

Flocking For Autism: Light It Up Blue Zumbathon with the Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 26, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

 Flocking For Autism:Light It Up Blu...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Makes Repairs at College Park Airport

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 21, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       ...

Springtime at Montpelier Arts Center: Cultural Arts Programming by the M-NCPPC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 19, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com                       ...

Dine ‘N’ Learn: Celebrate National Nutrition Month with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 25, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Dine ‘N’ Learn:Celebrate National Nutrition...

Women in Music: M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation’s Spring 2019 Lecture Series

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 22, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Women in Music:M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation&...

March Madness: Upcoming M-NCPPC, Arts and History Events in Prince George’s County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 22, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

March Madness:Upcoming M-NCPPC, Arts and History Events in Prince George&...

2019 Teen Dating Violence Summit: No Excuse For Dating Abuse

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 7, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation present...

Department of Parks and Recreation President’s Day Holiday Schedule Facilities Open

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 6, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com - or -IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation President’s Day Hol...

2019 Teen Dating Violence Summit: No Excuse For Dating Abuse

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 5, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &nbs...

Moving Out, Moving In, Moving Up:The Department of Parks & Recreation Celebrates Black History Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 24, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &nbs...

A Slice of History: Sweet Stories from the Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 23, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &nbs...

Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission to Waive Fees for Furloughed Employees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 10, 2019MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

Maryland-National Capital Parks an...

Perdonará el pago de tarifas para cuidado de niños para empleados federales

Comunicado de Prensa

Para difusión inmediata - 11 de enero de 2019

Para más información, comunicarse con:

KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - o - Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

La Comisi...

Dino-Sized Ambitions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 8, 2019

MEDIA CONTACT:KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Dino-Sized Ambitions:2018 Doodle 4 G...

21st Annual Teen Cotillion: 2019 Recruitment Application Process Begins

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 15, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

21^st Annual Teen Cotillion:

2019 Recruitmen...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Upcoming Holiday Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 10, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and ...

Maryland-National Capital Park Police Surprise Local Family with Annual Secret Santa Giveaway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 17, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com IYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Photo Op: Maryland- National C...

Holiday Happenings: Celebrate the Best of the Season with Fun for All Ages

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 3, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.comIYANA MOORE 301-446-3313 - or – Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com 

Holiday Happenings: Celebrate the Best of the Season with Fun fo...

Santa Flies into Historic Airport and Greets Public at College Park Aviation Museum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11/19/18 

Chelsea Dorman/Andrea Cochrane Tracey               

College Park Aviation Museum

(301) 864-6029

Chelsea.Dorman@pgparks.com/Andrea.Tracey@pgparks...

Deck the Halls: A Guide to Holiday Arts with the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 19, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &nb...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 13, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                   ...

The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation to Host 21st Annual Teen Cotillion

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 23, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                   ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Veterans Day 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 15, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                   ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Gymnast Heads to Gymnastics Championships

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 25, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                   ...

Don’t Run Out of S.T.E.A.M.! A Month – long Celebration

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                            &...

M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation Announces Updates To Community Center Rental Rates

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 5, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                     ...

Frightening Fall Festivities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 1, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                     ...

37th Annual Kinderfest: A Family Tradition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 20, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &n...

Fall for the Arts with the Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 17, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                  &nbs...

Hispanic Heritage Festival --- CANCELED

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 5, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                   ...

September Events with the Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 6, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                   ...

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Labor Day 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 20, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    ...

Are You Up for the Patuxent Challenge?

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 13, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: TOMMY BADEN 301-627-6074 - or – Thomas.Baden@pgparks.com 

KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

Are You Up for the Patuxent Challenge?

&...

Watkins Nature Center Hosts Audubon Photography Awards Traveling Exhibit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 16, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &a...

Airmail Centennial Takes off at the College Park Aviation Museum and Airport

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 –or- Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com;IYANA MOORE - 301-446-3313; Iyana.Moore@pgparks.com - or -

ANDREA COCHRANE TRACEY 301-864-5310 - or- Andrea.Tracey@...

The Department of Parks and Recreation Upcoming Events

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                            &...

Blazing Backyard Beach Party Provides Fun in the Sun

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &am...

Express Yourself! Support Teens Using the Power of Hip Hop at 12th Annual Performance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 25, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &a...

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Independence Day 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 18, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

                    &a...

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Memorial Day 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 14, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule

for Memorial Day 2018

RIVERDALE, MD &nd...

Department of Parks & Recreation Recipients 2018 All-Star Initiative by MLB & Washington Nationals

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 7, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 – or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Recipients of 2018 All-Star Legacy Initiative by MLB and Washingt...

The Department of Parks and Recreation’s Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex 11th Annual Health Fair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 13, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

The Department of Parks and Recreation’s Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex Hosts 11th Annual Health Fair

&...

M-NCPPC STATEMENT REGARDING RECENT “PEACE CROSS” WORLD WAR I VETERANS MEMORIAL DECISION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 1, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

M-NCPPC STATEMENT REGARDING RECENT 

“PEACE CROSS” WORLD WAR I VETERANS MEMORIAL DECISION

&...

Department of Parks and Recreation Presidents’ Day Holiday Schedule Facilities Open with Few Except

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 12, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

Department of Parks and Recreation Presidents’ Day Holiday Schedule Facilities Open with Few Exce...

The M-NCPPC Black History Program Presents “We Return Fighting” Annual Black History Month Exhibit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 24, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

The M-NCPPC Black History Program Presents “We Return Fighting”Annual Black History Month Exhibit

Riverda...

Department of Parks and Recreation Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 11, 2018

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com – or –

Department of Parks and Recreation Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Schedule Facilities ...

Department of Parks and Recreation is Searching for Centenarians

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 27, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 or Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

Department of Parks and Recreation is Searching for Centenarians

Riverdale, MD – D...

Three Kings Day Celebration Registration Open Now!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 13, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 or Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

Three Kings Day Celebration 

Registration Open Now!

College Park, MD – The M...

Department of Parks and Recreation Upcoming Holiday Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 12, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 or Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

Department of Parks and Recreation Upcoming Holiday Schedule

Riverdale, MD – All Department of Parks a...

Department of Parks and Recreation Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 15, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

Department of Parks and Recreation Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

Riverdale, MD – All Departmen...

Department of Parks and Recreation Facilities OPEN Veterans Day Holiday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 1, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com – or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Department of Par...

M-NCPPC PETITIONS FOR REHEARING OF COURT DECISION REGARDING “PEACE CROSS” WWI VETERANS MEMORIAL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 2, 2017

Contact: Andrea Davey, Public Affairs Officer, 301-952-4314

              Anika Jackson, Principal Public Affairs Specialist, 301-952-4584

M-NCPPC PETITIONS ...

Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead! Celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 30, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com– or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead!

Celebrate Scien...

Create New Connections this November With the Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 30, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com– or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Create New Connections this November

W...

The Publick Playhouse Celebrates its 40th Anniversary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 23, 2017MEDIA CONTACTS: Kira Calm Lewis - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgarks.com - or - Veronica Marshall - 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgarks.com

The Publick Playhouse Celebrates its 40^th Anniversary &nbs...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Presents Bombay Rickey

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 13, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation PresentsBombay Rickey

Riverdale, MD – Join ...

Prestigious Horse Show Hits New Highs More than 1,000 entries to compete in the Capital Challenge

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 29, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com– or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Prestigious Horse...

Kinderfest 2017: Bigger and Better

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 28, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com– or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Kinderfest 2017:

B...

Fall into Nature: What’s Happening at Watkins this October

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 26, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com – or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Fall into Nature...

iCelebración! Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 8, 2017MEDIA CONTACTS: Kira Calm Lewis - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgarks.com - or - Veronica Marshall - 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgarks.com

iCelebración!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritag...

Live, Laugh, and Learn this September with the Department of Parks and Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 30, 2017MEDIA CONTACTS: Kira Calm Lewis - 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgarks.com - or - Veronica Marshall - 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgarks.com

Live, Laugh, and Learn this Septemberwith the Departme...

Santana Moss Talks Life, Sports, and Success with Department of Parks and Recreation Campers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 14, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com – or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Santana Moss Talks Life, Sports, and Success

with ...

Department of Parks and Recreation Holiday Schedule for Independence Day 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 28, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS

301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation facilities will operate on the following schedule on Tuesday, July 4, 2017:

For more details, ...

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Issues Updated Park Rules and Regulations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 30, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com – or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commi...

Durant Gives Back to the Department of Parks and Recreation By helping others follow in his footstep

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 11, 2017

MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327; Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com – or –

VERONICA MARSHALL 301-446-3313; Veronica.Marshall@pgparks.com

Durant Gives Back to the Department of Parks and Recreation

By helping others fol...

Competition Pool is OPEN for Reservations via Parks Direct!

Please be advised the Competition Pool at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex has reopened for reservations. Please go to ParksDirect for dates and times to reserve.

NOW HIRING Lifeguards

Looking for a fun and exciting job? Consider a position at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex, Aquatics Center. From lifeguards to swim instructors, we have something for everyone! Positions are currently available; you must be 16...

Plan Prince George's 2035

Plan Prince George’s 2035 will assess existing conditions and trends to develop a “blueprint” to help the community achieve its long-term vision by guiding future growth, development, and public investments.

GIS Open Data Portal

Beginning on July 1, 2015, the Planning Department implemented its GIS open data initiative which allows for the distribution of digital data to anyone in the public and private sectors.

The Prince George’s County Planning Department maintains an...

Speaker Series Sessions

As the Planning Department embarks on its new countywide PlanPGC2035, the Speaker Series is also entering its 6th year providing engaging discussions relevant to planning efforts in our county. This year, the Speaker Series will seek to support the overal...

Zoning Rewrite/Countywide Map Amendment

The Prince George’s County Planning Department is conducting a comprehensive rewrite of the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations.. These laws define how land in certain geographic areas can be used. The current Zoning Ordinance is more than 1,200 ...

How Can I Get Information?

Looking for the online information request form or other forms? Go to our Information Services page here.

Development Review COVID-19 Containment Initiatives/Procedures

During these challenging and unprecedented times, we wish to convey to our development community that safety is our top priority. To that end, we are updating you on the latest decisions made by The Maryland- National Capital Park and Planning Commission ...

Monthly Meeting

Please join us for our monthly meeting at the Maryland-National Capital Park Police Headquarters, 8100 Corporate Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20875, every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm.

Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex is reopening to the public on Monday, March 29

Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex is reopening to the public on Monday, March 29. A reservation is required to visit the center. Schedule your visit.

For a complete list of facilities reopening, read our news release here. For more information, ...

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Opens First Multi-Generational Facility

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 27, 2020MEDIA CONTACT: KIRA CALM LEWIS 301-446-3327 - or - Kira.CalmLewis@pgparks.com 

********MEDIA ADVISORY********

 PHOTO OP: A full schedule of events, tours, and demos, including the ribbon-c...

Arts at SAARC

As you arrive at SAARC, you are greeted with the gorgeous trees, beautiful architecture of the building and an intriguing sculpture right out front. 

"The Guardians" sculpture, created by Judy Sutton Moore one of the first things that yo...

Mother's Day Soul Celebration Refunds

The Mother’s Day Soul Celebration scheduled for Friday, May 8, 2020, was canceled and refunds for tickets purchased at the box office are currently underway. If you purchased your ticket(s) at The Show Place Arena box office, in person refunds a...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates #24

Construction on the Tucker Road Ice Rink (TRIR) replacement project started with demolition in October 2019.  Demolition was completed this past November.  Forrester Construction, the construction manager for the project, is actively per...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates #23

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Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #19

The Construction Documents Phase of the Tucker Road Ice Rink replacement project has been completed. In February, the design team, Grimm + Parker, conducted a series of meetings with Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) operations and maintenance staf...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #18

TRIR January 25, 2019 Update

The Tucker Road Ice Rink (TRIR) replacement project is in the final stage of design known as the Construction Documents phase, which is anticipated to be completed in the Spring of 2019. During the Construction Documents Phase,...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #17

Join us for a Community Meeting

We will be discussing the rebuilding of a NEW
TUCKER ROAD ICE RINK on Thursday, October 25, 2018, from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Southern Regional Technology & Recreation Complex on 7007 Bock Road, Fort Washington. Come out a...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #16

TRIR September 20, 2018 Web Update

Work during the Design Development Phase of the Tucker Road Ice Rink (TRIR) replacement project continues and remains a priority. In August, the design team, Grimm + Parker, conducted a series of internal technical meetin...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #15

The Site Stormwater Concept Design for the Tucker Road Ice Rink has been approved by the Prince George’s County Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement. Work during the Design Development Phase continues. In July, staff worked with the desig...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #14

The project is proceeding with the Design Development Phase of the Tucker Road Ice Rink. Recentactivities have concentrated on obtaining sufficient funding to avoid value engineering of the currentschematic design. In June, the Prince George’s County Coun...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Entry Updates #13

Project Status:  

This update provides information on a number of positive developments as the Department of Parks and Recreation continues the progress of constructing a new Tucker Road Ice Rink. The most recent community meeting was held on Marc...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Entry Updates #11

Join us for a Community Meeting for the rebuilding of a new Tucker Road Ice Rink and to review status of project.

March 15, 2018, 6:30-8 pmSouthern Regional Technology & Recreation Complex7007 Bock Road, Fort Washington

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #9

Join us for a Community Meeting regarding the rebuilding of a NEW Tucker Road Ice Rink! Topics covered will include:

    •    Update on Project Funding

    •    Capita...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #8

Thank you to those of you who joined us at our last TRIR update meeting!

As promised, we have posted an online survey to gather your feedback. Please click http://www.pgparks.com/Open_Town_Hall to access the survey.

In addition to this information page, and...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #7

Congratulations to the Ducks for their exciting 1st place win at the 2017 York Ice Arena Rec/In-house Tournament, March 10-12, in York, PA.  We are extremely proud of the Ducks and our coaches! Go Ducks!

Please join us for a community meeting re...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #6

The Tucker Road Ice Rink staff and M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation representatives met with various Ice Rink consultants to discuss temporary and long-term solutions. Preliminary recommendations will be forthcoming, with our goal of providing ...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #5

We want to thank the Tucker Road Ice Rink community for coming out to the Community Meeting last night at Southern Regional Technology and Recreation Complex. The meeting was informative and gave us an opportunity to hear your concerns. 

As we mentioned ...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #4

Just a reminder that we will be holding a community meeting where M-NCPPC staff will share the extent of the damage and detail our next steps as we move forward. All who are interested are invited.

The meeting will be held Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 6:3...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #3

On February 9 at 6:30 pm, we will be holding a Tucker Road Ice Rink Community Meeting at Southern Regional Technology and Recreation Complex.  The facility is located at 7007 Bock Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744.  

At that time, we will h...

Tucker Road Ice Rink Updates Entry #1

The Tucker Road Ice Rink, an indoor rink in Ft. Washington owned and operated by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Department of Parks and Recreation, is closed due to a significant, 2-alarm fire that took place on Wed...

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