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Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events

View upcoming events from the Parks and Recreation Department.

Art Demonstration Created Especially for Teens!

Aug 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM Open Space Visitor Center
Join us for this free, fun, and inspiring introduction to the type of creative exploration and skill-building offered through the Art League’s Teen Classes and is welcoming to teens of all experience levels.

Encaustic Wax Art Demonstration with Carolyn Berry!

Aug 22, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM Open Space Visitor Center
Carolyn Berry will present a demonstration exploring the history and basics of using with encaustic wax as an art medium.  Using thin papers and collage images, she will create a sample art piece and discuss design strategies with attention to safety in working with hot wax, fusing skills and the unique properties of encaustic wax.

Family Nature Club: Exploring Elena (all ages)

Sep 05, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Elena Gallegos Open Space
Join an Open Space educator for a family-friendly hike and engage in hands-on learning together as a family, listen to natural history fun facts, enjoy storytelling, and seek out wildlife.

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Sep 19, 2026 from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM John A Milne & Gutierrez Canyon
Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.

Bosque Adventure Hike!

Sep 19, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Open Space Visitor Center
Join us for a free, family-friendly hike and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors together!