Parks & Recreation
We strive to provide the highest quality parks, recreation services, and greenspace to enhance the quality of life for our community. Learn more about the Parks and Recreation Department and read a message from Director Mick Renneisen.
Current Issues and Events
Bloomington Youth Basketball |
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Registration for the fall season of Bloomington Youth Basketball is closed! Register for Season II Skilled or Developmental Leagues that begins October 25. Register for Season II by Oct. 15. |
Dance! Dance! Dance! with People's University |
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Dance for fun ... fitness ... whatever you'd like! Hip Hop Dancefit, Zimbabwean Dance, Middle Eastern Dance (a.k.a. Belly Dance). People's University has lots of dance classes to choose from, all designed specifically for adults! |
Twin Lakes Recreation Center Memberships |
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Our fitness center is YOUR place to pursue a healthy, active lifestyle! Our fitness staff can show you how to use all the equipment and talk with you about your personal health and wellness goals. Contact Kirsten at 349-3770 to schedule a private tour! |
Quick Links
- Order Adult Summer Softball League Awards
- 2010 USA/ASA Girls' Class A 12-Under Fast Pitch National Tournament
- Bloomington Lifelong Learning Coalition
Take our survey about your lifelong learning experiences and preferences! - Send us comments about our programs or report a problem in one of our parks.
- Parks and Recreation Department Forms and Applications
Hotline Numbers
Community Events Hotline: 349-3754
For weather-related or other cancellations of the summer Performing Arts Series, Peoples Park Concerts, or other community events.
Sports Hotline: 349-3610
For weather-related or other cancellations of Parks and Recreation sports programs including tennis, adult softball, and Bloomington Girls Fastpitch Softball.
Spotlight News in Parks & Recreation
Free Movie in Bryan Park Friday Night | |
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Bloomington Parks and Recreation and The Ryder Film Series present "Labyrinth" in Bryan Park Friday night-the last movie of the season! |
Griffy Lake Boat Rental Closed Due to Low Water | |
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Rental of kayaks, canoes, and rowboats is temporarily suspended. |
Spotlight Services in Parks & Recreation
Register for classes, reserve a tee time, rent a picnic shelter | |
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Register online for Parks and Recreation classes and programs, reserve a tee time at Cascades Golf Course, or rent a picnic shelter in a City park. |
Information in Parks & Recreation
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News
- 2010-08-26 - Bloomington Parks and Recreation Offers Neighborhood Greening Workshops
- 2010-08-19 - Bloomington Recognized as a "Playful City USA" for the Third Time
- 2010-05-20 - City Pools Install New Bath House Flooring, Open for the Season Memorial Day Weekend
- 2010-03-24 - City Farmers' Market Opens April 3
- 2010-03-12 - Parks and Recreation Department Receives Grant for Summer Camp Inclusion Program
- 2009-12-04 - City of Bloomington Announces 2010 Buskirk-Chumley Theater Grant Recipients
- 2009-11-12 - Bloomington Selected to Host National Softball Tournament in 2011
- 2009-10-21 - City to partner with Interfaith Coalition, provide overnight shelter this winter
- 2008-11-14 - City To Host National Softball Tournament in 2010, Receives ASA Award of Excellence
- 2008-09-03 - City of Bloomington To Purchase Parcels At Lower Cascades For Greenspace