Parks Day
On Saturday, February 25, 2017, the City of Santa Monica will host Parks Day, Come Play! a community event celebrating:
- The grand opening of Ishihara Park, a new 2.35-acre neighborhood park created to provide a buffer between the Exposition Light Rail Maintenance Facility and the adjoining neighborhood;
- The dedication of Stewart Street Park to Gandara Park;
- The re-opening of the northeast portion of Reed Park; and
- Completion of an innovative stormwater harvesting and reuse project at Los Amigos Park.
The public is encouraged to enjoy this special celebration that will include family-friendly activities, entertainment, photo booths, light refreshments, and more. The celebration is a collaborative effort that will bring together neighborhood associations, local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community resources to provide valuable information on a broad spectrum of supportive services and programs available to the public. Parks Day, Come Play! demonstrates Santa Monica’s commitment to enriching lives through recreation and cultural programming as well as maximizing the enjoyment of parks for all.
The public is encouraged to walk, bike, or ride the Big Blue Bus to the events to explore the unique features and amenities each park has to offer. If you feel like a bike ride, join Mayor Ted Winterer and Santa Monica Spoke for a Ride with the Mayor leaving from Gandara Park at 11:30 a.m. For more information, visit the Facebook event page.
Parks Day
Date and Time
Saturday Mar 25, 2017
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM PDT
Location
Ishihara Park, 2909 Exposition Boulevard, Santa Monica, 90404
Gandara Park, 1819 Stewart Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Los Amigos Park, 500 Hollister Avenue, Santa Monica, 90405
Reed Park, 1133 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404