Parks and Recreation
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Mission Statement
It is the purpose of the Gardner Parks and Recreation Department to establish, preserve, and manage public parks, greenways, and recreation facilities and to offer a variety of leisure opportunities to benefit and enrich the quality of life for the people of the community.
It is the purpose of the Gardner Parks and Recreation Department to establish, preserve, and manage public parks, greenways, and recreation facilities and to offer a variety of leisure opportunities to benefit and enrich the quality of life for the people of the community.
| Announcements and Weather Updates |
| After August 11, the Gardner Aquatic Center will be open |
| Saturdays and Sundays only from Noon- 5:00 p.m. until September 6. |
| On September 6 pool hours will also be from Noon- 5:00 p.m. |
| Beginning Monday, August 23 our Customer Service Center located inside |
| Gardner City Hall will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| The City Hall lobby will remain open until 5:30 and a new drop box is located |
| next to the Parks and Recreation window where registration can be dropped off. |
| Call the Weather Hotline at 913-905-1770 for additional updates. |
| Office Hours at City Hall: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday |
| Parks and Recreation Main Office Phone: 913-856-0936 |
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Programs and Activities |  |
| Whether you're looking for an athletic program, an instructional class, or just having fun with friends and family at one of our special events, the Gardner Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of activities to entertain, educate, and exercise the minds and bodies of all ages. | ||
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Parks and Facilities | |
| Visit Gardner's specitacular parks and enjoy picnic shelters, state-of-the-art playground design and equipment, restroom facilities, walking trails, creeks and lakes, basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, and open space to enjoy nature. | ||
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Gardner Aquatic Center | |
| The Gardner Aquatic Center has professional, Ellis & Associate Certified Lifeguards and friendly and knowledgeable support staff. Our clean and safe facility has concessions, adult only swim, rentals for pool parties and many special amentities. There is plenty to do for all ages! | ||
| Planning and Projects | ||
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| As Gardner continues to grow, the Gardner Parks and Recreation Department continues to take steps to sustain the quality of life we all enjoy. View our Parks Master Plan and past, present and future developments. | ||