Recreation & Community Services

The Recreation & Community Services Department's mission is to enhance life through high quality recreation, educational, social and cultural programs, and events and leisure activities which are responsive to Salinas' diverse population. The Department offers a wide range of programs and activities for all ages to create wholesome experiences.

Important Numbers
Recreation Center	(831) 758-7306
Sherwood Hall Box Office	(831) 758-7477
Salinas Community Center / Sherwood Hall	(831) 758-7351
Parks, Grounds, & Forestry Service	(831) 758-7233

What's Happening for Recreation & Community Services

Apply Today for a Neighborhood Beautification Grant!

The Neighborhood Beautification Initiative is a component of the City's Neighborhood Services Program designed to help build and foster strong neighborhoods by connecting residents to services and resources that help to improve the quality of life in the Salinas Community. The goal of the Neighborhood Beautification Grants is to engage residents in a neighborhood services project. These projects are intended to promote healthier, safer and cleaner neighborhoods, improve neighborhood appearances, and neighborhood connectedness. Click here to learn more about Neighborhood Services, or here to view the Neighborhood Beautificaton Grant application...

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Taking a Summertime Plunge!

August 8, 2018

The Salinas Aquatics Center was the destination for teen participants from the Firehouse Recreation Center, Cesar Chavez Library, Hebbron Family Center, Breadbox Recreation Center and El Dorado Park. On Thursday, July 26th, 75 teens enjoyed the exclusive use of the Aquatic Center. Some of the kids had never been swimming before, and some demonstrated their deep-water diving skills. They all had a "splash" of a good time.

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Seniors Take Trip to Boronda Adobe Historical Site

August 8, 2018

The seniors from the Firehouse Recreation Center visited the historic Boronda Adobe Historical Site on Tuesday, July 16th. The seniors learned about the history of Salinas Valley from a group of docents. On display was a WWII half-track tanker which the seniors discovered played a role in the Bataan Death March. They enjoyed viewing the original "one room" Lagunita Schoolhouse, and the original Boronda Adobe home. Using the sights, smells, and pictures in the exhibit, they were able to visualize how difficult life used to be. The seniors had such a good time, they hope...

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Summer Fun at the Rec

July 24, 2018

The recreation centers around the City have had another exciting week that ended with our kids making tie-dye shirts! During the "Yeah for the Red, White & Blue!" week, our participants enjoyed a number of activities in celebration of the 4th of July holiday and had the opportunity to make their very own tie-dye shirts.

For more information, please contact us at 758-7306.

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