Recreation & Community Services
The Recreation & Community Services Department's mission is to enhance life through high quality recreation, educational, social and cultural programs, and events and leisure activities which are responsive to Salinas' diverse population. The Department offers a wide range of programs and activities for all ages to create wholesome experiences.
Important Numbers | |
Recreation Center | (831) 758-7306 |
Sherwood Hall Box Office | (831) 758-7477 |
Salinas Community Center / Sherwood Hall | (831) 758-7351 |
Grounds, & Forestry Service | (831) 758-7233 |
Parks | (831) 758-7306 |
Parks and Recreation Month - July 2022
July is Parks and Recreation Month! Join us for fun and engaging free activities all summer (JULY) long.
The theme of this years Parks and Recreation Month is "We Rise Up for Parks and Recreation". Share with us how you "Rise Up for Parks and Recreation".
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Summer Fun at the Rec
Looking for a great way for your kids to stay cool and enjoy the summer? Our "Summer Fun at the Rec" program has everything you need! Enjoy a variety of activities based around specific themed weeks. Please see each individual site for specific days and times of programs.
The Free Summer Lunch and Snack Program has begun!
Children and youth ages 18 and under receive nutritious lunch and snack that include vegetables, fruits, seeds and healthy dairy products like milk, string cheese and yogurt, at 6 City locations.
Storytime in the Park
What’s better than storytime? Storytime in the park! Gather your family and come listen to stories and sing some songs in the great outdoors.
Teats at the Rec
Who doesn't love a treat on a hot summer day? Join us every Friday of the month of July for a sweet or savory surprise.
Zumba in the Park
Dance with us throughout the month of July! The classes will feature lively music and heart-pumping moves with a talented instructor.
Rec Fun at the Park
Every Saturday afternoon a park near you will be transformed into mobile Recreation Center! Join in and have some FUN!
Parks and Recreation BINGO
Join us on a virtual version of everyone's favorite family game, BINGO!
Movie Under the Stars
We are closing July with a BANG! Bring your lawn chairs/blanks, and join us at El Dorado Park for a Movie Under the Stars.
Summer Fun at the Rec * Diviersion de Verano

Looking for a great way for your kids to stay cool and enjoy the summer? Our "Summer Fun at the Rec" program has everything you need! Enjoy a variety of activities based around specific themed weeks. Please see each individual site for specific days and times of programs. ¿Busca una excelente manera para que sus hijos se mantengan ocupados y disfruten del verano? ¡Nuestro programa de "Diversion de Verano" tiene todo lo que necesitas! Consulte cada sitio individualmente para conocer los días y horarios específicos del programa.
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Summer Lunch Program

The Free Summer Lunch and Snack Program has begun!
Children and youth ages 18 and under receive nutritious lunch and snack that include vegetables, fruits, seeds and healthy dairy products like milk, string cheese and yogurt, at 6 City locations.
Program is Monday thru Friday June 13 thru August 5 * The Cesar Chavez Library will be CLOSED every Monday.
- Lunch is served from 12 to 1 p.m. and Snack is served from 3 to 4 p.m. at Central Park and Cesar Chavez Library ...
Summer Sports Clinics

Registration: April 4, 2022 Until filled
Fee: $40.00/Resident/$47.00/Non Resident
- Basketball Clinic, June 13-17, 2022 (Ages: 5-12 years old)
- Volleyball Clinic, June 20-24, 2022 (Ages: 9-12 years old)
- Basketball Clinic, June 27-July 1, 2022 (Ages: 5-12 years old)
- Soccer Clinic, July 11-15, 2022 (Ages: 5-12 years old)
- Flag Football Clinic, July 18-22, 2022 (Ages: 7-12 years old
For more information, please call our office at 831-758-7306 or visit our website at www.tinyurl.com/salinascivicrec