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

Public Art Master Planning: Tell us what you think!

January 8, 2019

Last week marked the kick-off of the Public Arts Master Planning for the City of Salinas.

On Friday, January 4th, the RRM Design Group , which is based in San Luis Obispo, held 9 Public Art Stakeholder meetings to assist in the development of a Public Arts Master Plan for the City of Salinas. Stakeholders had an opportunity to express their desires, concerns and recommendations for City art. A "Pop-Up" booth was also set up at the First Fridays Art Walk to gather information from the general public,...

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5th Annual Holiday Home Lighting Competition

December 12, 2018

There is something spectacularly beautiful about the sparkling of holiday lights across the City during the holidays. Join the Salinas City Council for our 5th Annual Holiday Home Competition and City Tour! Is your home the brightest home on the block? If you responded YES, we have the contest for you! Register your home for the chance to win one of the four prizes by emailing trco.consultant [at] gmail.com or calling (831) 229-2798. The best home will receive a $100 cash prize along with a placard. There will be a $75 and $50 prize for...

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Developing the "Artist Within"

December 12, 2018

Children naturally love to express their creativity. The Kids Art Studio at Central Park gives them a chance.

Classes for youth are offered on the first and third Saturdays of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Local art instructor, Amber Brady, brings her knowledge and expertise in various artistic styles to promote a creative environment and opportunities for personal expression.

There is a fee of $20 for each class session and all art supplies are provided. For more information, please call (831) 758-7064.

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