Neighborhood Park Fun Day

(COLUMBIA, MO) -

Columbia Parks and Recreation is planning a series of events, Neighborhood Park Fun Days, this fall. The first will be held from 5:30-7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at McKee Street Park, 1900 McKee St.  

Neighborhood Park Fun Days are designed to bring together the residents who live in the area of the parks and provide recreational opportunities. Parks and Recreation staff will join with area organizations to provide a variety of activities and games. Participants can also bring their bicycles for minor repairs, such as adding air to tires.

These events are free and no registration is needed. Please bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket.

Upcoming dates and locations are:

Sept. 13, Worley Street Park, 503 W. Worley St.

Sept. 27, Lange Park, 2011 Smiley Ln.

Oct. 11, Downtown Optimist Park, 100 E. Forest Ave.

Oct. 25, Indian Hills Park, 5009 Aztec Blvd.

For more information, call Parks and Recreation at 573-874-7460. Organizations interested in hosting a game or activity should call 573-817-5077.