Photo Caption from L to R: Parks and Recreation Department (PRD) Deputy Director Paul Connell, Assistant County Administrator Dorritt Miller, PRD Okeeheelee Nature Center Naturalist Elise Pullen with eastern screech owl Hoodini, PRD Office of Public Engagement Manager Christopher Korbelak, Mayor Gregg Weiss, PRD Okeeheelee Nature Center Manager Emilie Travis with gopher tortoise Sparky, PRD Director Jennifer Cirillo and PRD Administrative Assistant Gladys Whigham
During the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, July 11, Mayor Gregg Weiss proclaimed July as Park and Recreation Month, recognizing the importance of community and the essential benefits derived from park and recreation resources.
Every year in July, Park and Recreation Month is celebrated across the nation to recognize the vital role parks and recreation agencies and professionals play in positively impacting its community members. This year’s theme, “Where Community Grows”, highlights park and recreation agencies and the connection they have to bringing people together, providing essential services and nurturing the growth of our communities.
“Your local park system offers year-round opportunities to grow a greater community connection, grow in physical and mental health, and grow your love and appreciation for spending time in nature or recreating indoors,” said Jennifer Cirillo, Director of Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. “Come visit your essential green and blue infrastructure and celebrate the benefits of parks with us.”
Providing opportunities for healthy, happy living through award-winning parks, inclusive experiences and environmental stewardship, the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department makes the quality of life for residents and visitors better by providing diverse, safe and affordable recreation services, welcoming parks and enriching social and cultural experiences. Visit
www.pbcparks.com to check out free and affordable activities happening in PBC Parks monthly.
For more information on the National Recreation and Park Association and July is Park and Recreation Month, visit
www.nrpa.org/events/july/.
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Discover healthy, happy living at
www.pbcparks.com and follow @PBCParks and #pbcparks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and WordPress.
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