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Enjoy waterfowl season with OKC Parks! Book your blind rental for only $5 a day. Find out how to reserve your spot here: https://ow.ly/Vgxi50XlYkJ
November 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Join us for holiday break fun next week! We'll have outdoor activities, inside crafts, and an exciting field trip during Explorers Camp. Details here: https://ow.ly/IK8I50Xur3a
November 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We're not saying we want plants as gifts (we do), but we're just letting you know that the Oklahoma Orchid Society is hosting a workshop about giving orchids as gifts. 💮 Join us from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, November 22 at Will Rogers Gardens. Registration is appreciated: https://ow.ly/vBPE50XuqYO
November 20, 2025 at 12:05 AM
🚨 Closure Alert 🚨

The southwest entrance of Will Rogers Park will be closed for about two weeks beginning Tuesday for utility work in the area. 🚰 This is at the intersection of Portland Avenue and NW 30.
November 17, 2025 at 11:18 PM
We all need help sometimes. 💚 If you're looking for services and resources, such as food pantries and utility bill assistance, check out okc.gov/gethelp.
November 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
It's time for OKC Parks Turkey Shoot! 🦃 Show off your skills Monday, November 24, for the chance to win a turkey! Seniors will play cornhole at 1 p.m., and kids and adults will shoot free throws at 6 p.m. Sign up for one of our six tournaments at okc.gov/parks ➡️ Browse Programs ➡️ Community Events.
November 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Join us Monday for as we give thanks for one another at the annual Adaptive Thanksgiving Party, designed for those with special needs of all ages. 🍂 We'll have free food, drinks, arts and crafts, and a resource fair. Registration is FREE: https://ow.ly/o3RO50XpERC
November 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Your Action Center calls make a difference! Someone reported limbs falling off this dead tree in the median at Reno and Meridian. After a safety huddle, the OKC Parks Forestry team professionally and safely removed the tree in just 2 hours. Please report issues: www.okc.gov/Services/Action-Center.
November 12, 2025 at 10:05 PM
This Veterans Day, we remember the bravery and legacy of Army Capt. Riley Leroy Pitts. Pitts Park was named in his memory. He was the first Black officer to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor: https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/riley-l-pitts.
November 11, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Join the Oklahoma Orchid Society to learn how to give and receive orchids as gifts. 💮 (HINT, HINT. OUR WISH LIST IS BASICALLY, OK?) Join us for this free workshop from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, November 22 at Will Rogers Gardens. Registration is appreciated: https://ow.ly/2FY850XpGWJ

November 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
It's time for the Big Swim! Our one-day only group swim lesson for kids is a great way to refresh swim skills. Registration is only $10 and includes a one-day pass to open swim the day of the event! Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/1984823125642589
November 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We all need help sometimes. 💚 If you're looking for services and resources, such as food pantries and utility bill assistance, check out okc.gov/gethelp.
November 8, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Oklahoma’s waterfowl season is open! OKC Parks now offers daily blind rentals. Find out how to book your spot here: https://ow.ly/wLcH50XlYkI
November 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
What should you do with such a beautiful day this Saturday? Come fishing with us! Kids get a FREE fishing pole and all the gear at our Hooked on Fishing derbies. Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/events/680565661480103
November 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Add this to the list of cool things you didn't know local government did. Go, OKC Fisheries Management Team!
Your OKC Parks fisheries team recently introduced 1,000+ native aquatic plants to Edwards Park Pond as part of our work to improve local fishable waters. These plants will:
✅ Provide better habitat for fish
✅ Improve water quality
✅ Enhance the pond’s ecosystem
November 4, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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What pumpkins can you compost? Pumpkins without any candles, plastic, glitter or other decorations.

Compost drop-off locations:
Fertile Ground: 2228 S. Santa Fe Ave., Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Minick Materials: Any location, Monday - Saturday: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
November 4, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Your OKC Parks fisheries team recently introduced 1,000+ native aquatic plants to Edwards Park Pond as part of our work to improve local fishable waters. These plants will:
✅ Provide better habitat for fish
✅ Improve water quality
✅ Enhance the pond’s ecosystem
November 4, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Congratulations to one of our favs, Isaiah Hartenstein, for winning the the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award! 💙🧡

IHART OKC Parks
🤝
caring about the community
November 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Tuesday, November 4 we will celebrate 50 years of good times at the Will Rogers Senior Center! Will you join us? Learn more here: https://ow.ly/2iYi50XlWCm
November 3, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Join us at Will Rogers Senior Center for a spectacular art show with works created by our talented seniors! 🖌️🎨 We'll have light appetizers and a live performance from our very own garage band between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, November 8 at the center, 3501 Pat Murphy Drive. This event is free! 🥳
November 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Looking for Thanksgiving Break fun? Join us for Explorers Camp this Nov. 24-26! Open to ages 6-12: https://ow.ly/STai50Xjgkc
November 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
It's tiiiiiiime! 🎃 👻🍫☠️🍭 See you all at the Minnis Lakeview, Pitts, Southern Oaks, and Willa D. Johnson centers! We will NOT be hosting an event at Macklanburg Community Center this year. Details here: https://www.okc.gov/News-articles/Trick-or-treating-is-Oct.-31-in-Oklahoma-City
October 31, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Our adaptive trunk-or-treat night earlier this week was the absolute best time! 🎃 The Halloween fun continues tonight! Join us at one of our four locations throughout the city: www.okc.gov/News-article...
October 31, 2025 at 7:07 PM
This outage is affecting fishing and hunting permits, as well as our recreation program software. Please call the OKC Parks main office at (405) 297-3882 for immediate help.
10/29/25 3:15 p.m. - Payments, permits and other OKC web portals are currently offline.

- To pay or review your water bill, call (405) 297-2833.
- To discuss paying your Municipal Court ticket, call (405) 297-3898.
- For permit information, call the Development Center at (405) 297-3835.
October 29, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Create you own stunning autumn masterpiece this Saturday at Will Rogers Gardens! You'll learn the art of willow weaving to create a unique, natural wreath with foliage, berries, and seasonal accents. Space is limited! Preregistration is required: https://ow.ly/rgtK50Xjbrg
October 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM