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 |
Celebrating Art with a new program at Central Park
June 12, 2018
We are happy to announce "Kid's Art Studio," a new program that teaches art to youth and encourages creativity! Students learn the basics of drawing, and are introduced to painting on a canvas and more.
The class is taught by local artist Amber Brady. She and her partner David Marple created "The Bowl" art gallery in downtown Salinas to encourage creativity and art with local youth. We are happy to have her share her passion for art with us.
The next classes are Saturday, June 16th, and Saturday, June 23rd, from 9:30 -...
There are lots of "Super Heroes" in Salinas!
June 12, 2018
This past week we kicked off our Summer Fun Youth Program at El Dorado Park by celebrating "super heroes." Youth got a chance to do self-portraits and see themselves in a more heroic light! The week was filled with fun team building activities, arts & crafts, games and other activities. This afternoon program at El Dorado Park runs from 12:00 - 5:30 pm, Monday thru Saturday. We also have the Summer Fun Youth Program at Closter Park, Central Park, Hebbron Family Center, and the Firehouse. Times and days vary slightly so call the Community Services...
Youth and Government Institute - APPLY TODAY!
May 25, 2018
The Library and Community Services Department will be launching its second Youth and Government Institute (YAGI) this summer at City Hall from June 18 – July 13. YAGI is a four-week program for youth ages 14-18 who have an interest in government and leadership. During the 4-week program, youth will learn the functions of local government, explore careers within local government, and discover ways in which they can advocate for positive change. Youth will have opportunities to meet their elected officials, department directors and other city staff. Youth will also receive a small stipend after...
The Parks & Community Services Department offers several sports programs...
Check out Neighborhood Services to find information to help you...
The Parks & Community Services Department offers a wide variety...
Recreation & Community Services
Contact Email (link sends e-mail)
Street Address: 320 Lincoln Ave Salinas
Regular Hours:
Contact Phone Number: - Mon: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tue: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Wed: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Thu: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Fri: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Sat: closed
Sun: closed
Phone:
(831) 758-7306
Fax:
(831) 758-7939
Organization Chart:
Administration Department Org Chart
Recreation and Community Services Superintendent
Kristan Lundquist
Kristan Lundquist
Phone Numbers:
(831) 758-7306
Recreation & Community Services Upcoming Events
Building Strong Neighborhoods "Keeping it Safe"
Jun 21 2018 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Join us for our Building Strong Neighborhood Series
"Keeping it Safe"
Firework Safety Presentation by Salinas Fire Dept....
Firework Safety Community Meeting
Jun 21 2018 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Please join the City of Salinas Fire Department for a Firework Safety Information Session!
Natividad Neighborhood Block Party
Jun 30 2018 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Natividad Neighborhood,
Please join the City of Salinas and Faith Community for a Neighborhood Block Party!
*See flyer...
National Night Out 2018
Aug 7 2018 (All day)
Join the thousands of people around the country in promoting police-community partnership August 7, 2018!
Organize your neighborhood and...
Parks Registration Form
Summer Activity Guide 2018
Browse the Summer Activity Guide 2018