Christmas tree recycling begins Dec. 26 in four Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks

Post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees will again be accepted at four Johnson County Park and Recreation District park locations from Dec. 26 through Jan. 31. 

The tree collection sites are: the Sunflower access point of B...

First meeting of the new Wanderlust Virtual Book Club for 50 Plus is Jan. 27

Intertwine your love of travel and a good book with a travel-themed book club during a new virtual special program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.

Wanderlust Virtual Book Club is the name of this ...

Virtual Masterclass Acting Series for youth begins Jan. 27

Aspiring young actors can learn from some of the most professional teaching artists from the comfort of their own living room during a new virtual program being offered by the Fine & Performing Arts Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation...

In-person Introduction to Playwriting class for youth begins Jan. 28

A program for enthusiastic and new writers who want to learn the craft of playwriting is being offered beginning in late January by the Fine & Performing Arts Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Physical distancing and COVID...

Coed Ninja Training gymnastics program for ages 6-12 set for Jan. 29

Two sessions of ninja fun are in store for children enrolled in a coed gymnastics program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe practices will be encouraged during this program.

The program ...

Next Full Moon Hike for ages eight and older is Jan. 29 in Ernie Miller Park

By the light of the silvery moon, join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Outdoor Education staff for a quiet hike to connect with nature and the night sounds. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe practices will be encouraged duri...

JCPRD gymnastics offers Handspring Clinic for ages six to 14 on Jan. 29

Helping young gymnasts improve or master back and front handsprings is the goal of a gymnastics program being offered in late January by the Gymnastics Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe pr...

Animal Tales Storytime sessions at Ernie Miller Nature Center continue on Feb. 2, 3, 16, & 17

“B is for Birds” and “Teddy Bear Surprise” are the themes of February Animal Tales Storytime sessions being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Outdoor Education Department. Phys...

Make vintage-style Valentine’s Day cards during virtual craft session for 50 Plus on Feb. 2

Craft some vintage-style Valentine’s Day Cards during a virtual session in early February being presented by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.

DIY Vintage Valentine's Day Cards is the name of this program. This clas...

Little Critters Day Out program continues on Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25 at Ernie Miller Nature Center

Your Little Critter will enjoy three hours of fun and education on the selected Thursdays through mid-May as you enjoy some personal time during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Outdoor Education Depar...

Out of School Days at Ernie Miller Nature Center for ages 6-12 continue on Feb. 5, 11, 12, 25, & 26

During out of school days scheduled through April, youth ages six to 12 can see live animals, hear stories, hike, play in the forest, and much more during a program being presented at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Ernie Mille...

Kids’ Night Out planned on Feb. 5 at Roeland Park Community Center

Parents can have an evening to themselves while the kids have a fun-filled time during an early February program being planned at the Roland Park Community Center by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe pr...

JCPRD presents in-person Songwriting Circle for adults beginning Feb. 6

Ever want to write your own songs? A new four-session workshop for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early February can help. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe practices will be encouraged during this...

Sunday Family Series continues during February at Ernie Miller Nature Center

Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Ernie Miller Nature Center in February for Sunday Family Nature Programs. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe practices will be encouraged during these programs.

February pre...

Free Virtual Container Gardens class for 50 Plus set for Feb. 9

Container gardens have been called “the instant gratification of the gardening world,” and you can learn to make your own during a free virtual class being offered in early February by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park ...

50 Plus Bingo programs continue on Feb. 9

“Friends” is the theme for bingo games being presented in early February by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Physical distancing and COVID-19 safe practices will be encouraged during this progr...

Project to remove and replace three shelters in Shawnee Mission Park to begin week of Sept. 21

Three picnic shelters located near the north shore of Shawnee Mission Park Lake are closing for demolition and replacement, which could take up to six months, according to Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials.

A notice to proceed with this...