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 |
Back 2 School Block Party!
August 30, 2019
The City of Salinas Teen Scene will be hosting it's Back 2 School Block Party on September 21st at Salinas Recreation Center from 6 p.m. through 10 p.m. This FREE event is open to all teens 11-18 years of age. There will be DJ, BBQ, Raffles, Ultimate Ninja Warrior Warped Wall, Buzzer Beater Basketball, Cornhole, Tag the Light, and more! This is our kickoff event for the new school year, we can't wait to see you!
United for World Peace
August 29, 2019
Last Tuesday, August 27th, the City of Salinas joined with the Japanese Program of the Salinas Union High School District to plant a Peace Pole on the front lawn of City Hall. The Peace Pole proclaims the prayer "May Peace Prevail on Earth" in the seven most common languages in Salinas, and connects people all over the world who have planted similar poles in the spirit of peace.
Please stop by the Peace Pole and take a selfie, and don't forget to tag us @CityofSalinas or #SalinasPeacePole!
Special thanks to all of the...
Getting ready for the Monterey County Fair!
August 23, 2019
Each year the Firehouse Seniors enter jewelry at the Monterey County Fair in the Adult & Human Arts category, but this year they are trying something new. Several seniors are submitting advanced entries by creating matching sets of jewelry which are comprised of a necklace, earrings, and bracelet. For these new entries they have had to learn how to use wire guardians and crimp bead covers. It isn't as easy as it looks!
Their jewelry will be on view at the fair in the King City Room. Don't forget to stop by and...
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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 pmTue:
8:00 am-5:00 pmWed:
8:00 am-5:00 pmThu:
8:00 am-5:00 pmFri:
8:00 am-5:00 pmSat:
closedSun:
closed
Phone:
(831) 758-7306
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
Back 2 School Block Party
Sep 21 2019 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Join us for the City of Salinas Teen Scene Back 2 School Block Party! This FREE event is open to...
District 4 Neighborhood Clean-Up
Sep 28 2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
District 4 residents are invited to join councilwoman Gloria De La Rosa for a Neighborhood Clean-Up.
Saturday, September...
Salinas Public Art Story Map
A Story Map has been created to provide information and education on the various art installations throughout the City of Salinas. Please click here to view a Story Map of parks, recreation centers, libraries and public art in the City of Salinas.
