Greetings! Read on for upcoming projects, events and programs with the Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department
Cemetery Division Goes Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every Friday in October, the Cemetery Division will wear pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness. It is a small gesture on their part to help raise the awareness of Breast Cancer in our community and the need for early detection and treatment.
What's New in Aquatics?
Swim Lessons Session two starts on November 4th, registration is open!
Pool Closures
In honor of Indigenous People’s Day, both the Reiche and Riverton pools will be closed on Monday, October 14th.
SUP Yoga
Test your balance & strength by taking your practice onto a stand-up paddle board! Tuesdays, 7:40-8:35pm; Nov. 12-Dec 10; $100 ($110 non-resident)
Maine Mariners at Troubh Ice Arena
The Maine Mariners were down at the Troubh Ice Arena September 30th to October 5th for their pre-season training camp. It was free to the public and was a great display of all the talent they have ready to play this year here in Portland. The Mariners VP of Operations and long time NHL'er, Danny Briere, was even able to join the players and coaches out on the ice for some stick time. The clubs first home game is October 11th at 7:15pm up at the Cross Insurance Arena. Photos courtesy of Maine Mariners
Halloween Safety
The Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department would like to make sure your children have a fun and safe Halloween, and wanted to share thesesafety tips from National Safety Council. Wishing you all a very Happy Halloween!
Drop-In Sports Drop-In Sports for Adults Began on Wednesday, September 25th at the East End Community Center
Drop-In Volleyball: 5:45-7:45pm
Drop-In Ping Pong: 7:00-9:00pm
Drop-In Basketball: 8:00-10:00pm
Drop in Programs Started Monday, September 30th at Riverton and Rowe
18+ Soccer @ Riverton: M, W, F 8:30 – 10:30pm
18+ Basketball @ Riverton: Tuesdays 8:30 – 10:30pm
Over 30 Basketball @ Rowe: Mondays 7:00 – 9:00pm Adult Pickleball @ Riverton: Saturdays 5:30 – 8:00pm Adult Pickleball @ Rowe: Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:00pm
Teen Gym @ Riverton: Fridays 6:00 – 7:00pm
Teen Gym @ Rowe: Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00pm
Fee: $3 Residents; $4 Non-Residents Come Get In The Game!
Starting your holiday shopping early?
Consider purchasing gift cards for our Portland Recreation programs! Gift cards can be in any denomination and are available for purchase at 212 Canco Rd, Portland, and at the Riverton Pool for pool passes/lessons. Call us at 207-808-5400 for more information.
Riverside Golf
Fall Specials Until October 20th:
Tuesdays
Half price green fees (off regular priced green fees only, cart not included)
Saturdays & Sundays
Half price green fees after 1:00pm (off regular priced green fees only, cart not included)
Footgolf is back open! Saturdays and Sundays after 1:00pm on the South Course.
Join us for live music on Fridays from 5:00-8:00pm
Come try our delicious breakfast on Saturdays & Sundays!
Jobs with Parks, Recreation & Facilities
Throughout the year, we have many open positions within the Department:check current openings.
Your Parks, Recreation & Facilities Team
Sally DeLuca, Parks, Recreation & Facilities Director Ethan Hipple, Parks, Recreation & Facilities Deputy Director Andy Downs, Public Assembly Facilities Director Mike Murray, Director of Cemeteries & Project Management Marie Davis, Recreation Manager Ryan Scott, Riverside Golf Course Manager Alex Marshall, Troubh Ice Arena Manager
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