The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Françoise M. Carrier, Chair Elizabeth M. Hewlett, Vice-Chair Casey Anderson Amy Presley Dorothy F. Bailey John P. Shoaff Norman Dreyfuss A. Shuanise Washington Manuel R. Geraldo Marye Wells-Harley Patricia Colihan Barney, Executive Director The facilities and services of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disabilities, or ability to pay.
Our Mission
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IN THIS ISSUE 4 Connections! 7 Community Centers
In partnership with our citizens, the Department of Parks and Recreation provides comprehensive park and recreation programs, facilities, and services which respond to changing needs within our communities. We strive to preserve, enhance, and protect our open spaces to enrich the quality of life for present and future generations in a safe and secure environment.
8 Youth and Individuals with Disabilities
Department of Parks and Recreation
13 Trails & Park Permitted Sites
Ronnie Gathers, Director Debbie Tyner, Deputy Director of Area Operations Roslyn Johnson, Deputy Director of Facility Operations Darin Conforti, Deputy Director for Administration and Development
Park & Planning Help Desk
SPRING 2013 • MARCH 1–MAY 31
9 Senior Activity Centers 10 Natural Areas, Programs & Events 11 Parks 14 Formal Rental Sites 15 Historic Sites, Museums & Events 17 Sports Facilities
301-699-CALL (2255) TTY 301-699-2544 Información en Español: 301-445-4509 Park Permits: 301-699-2400 TTY 301-699-2544
20 Sports, Health and Wellness & Prince George’s County Boys & Girls Club, Inc.
Area Operations
25 Aquatics
Northern Area Operations 301-445-4500 TTY 301-445-4512 Central Area Operations 301-218-6700 TTY 301-218-6768 Southern Area Operations 301-203-6000 TTY 301-203-6030 Special Programs 301-446-3400 TTY 301-446-3402
Facility Operations
Arts & Cultural Heritage 301-446-3232 TTY 301-446-6802 Sports, Health & Wellness 301-446-6800 TTY 301-446-6802 Natural & Historical Resources 301-627-2270 TTY 301-699-2544 Maintenance & Development 301-780-2300 TTY 301-699-2544
Park Planning & Development 301-699-2525 TTY 301-699-2544
Park Police
301-459-9088 TTY 301-459-3051
21 Cultural Arts Complexes & Events 31 Computer Skills 32 Crafts & Hobbies 34 Day Camps 35 Fitness & Health 42 Kids’ Day Out, Lifestyle & Learning 44 Martial Arts 46 Nature 48 Performing Arts 54 Programs for People with Disabilities 54 Sports 64 Trips & Excursions – visit www.pgparks.com and click on the SMARTlink logo for
complete descriptions of spring trips.
65 Visual Arts
Public Affairs & Marketing Division
68 Park and Planning Help Desk, Registration and SMARTlink information
Special Acknowledgement
69 Prince George’s Planning Department – The future is now... will you help plan for it?
301-446-3300 TTY 301-446-3402
The Department of Parks and Recreation appreciates the Prince George’s County Board of Education’s cooperation in allowing use of public school facilities for recreation programs.
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Photo Policy
M-NCPPC’s Department of Parks and Recreation staff may photograph participants in programs and special events, or people in parks or on park property, and use these images in M-NCPPC materials to promote activities, events and facilities.
How are we doing? On line or in writing, you can help us improve our customer service by filling out a quick survey form. Visit www.pgparks.com or pick up a survey at any staffed facility.