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The Houston Parks and Recreation Department manages Houston’s 37,832 acres of parkland and provides recreational programming for citizens of all abilities

Houston, Texas
Joined January 2009
To our HPARD veterans & all who have bravely served our country, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your service! Your sacrifices & dedication do not go unnoticed. Note, our offices are closed today in observance of this important day. We will reopen on Thursday, Nov. 12.
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As we pay tribute to our veterans this week, we're spotlighting Urban Park Ranger, James Damore! Thank you for your service to our country and our city! Here's the video salute: #HTX @houmayor #veteransday
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The 27th Annual City of Houston CMC Golf Tournament is back. We need a few more teams to reach our goal. Register today! Location: Memorial Park Golf Course Format: Four-Person Scramble Team Registration: $1,000 per team Register Here: ayrs.io/dZ19mk
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In an effort to better serve Houstonians, HPARD just upgraded its "Tools of the Trade"!! Members of the Urban Forestry division were excited to take delivery of new pieces of equipment, which they immediately put to use!! Here's the video story:
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Thanks to Highland Heights Elementary, Burbank Middle School, Martha Jean Academy & all of our great sponsors for your support!!
Looking for something fun to watch while standing in line at the Polls? Check out this fun video from HPARD's 10th annual Breast Cancer Awareness event on Friday! Div. Mgr. Karmeletta Rice hosted her "STRONG FINISH" event at Emancipation Community Center. Here's the video:
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It's Election Day! Check out our website for voting locations near you. Houstontx.gov/parks
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Hey there, we're hosting a community pop-up at Hager Park. We'd love for you to join the conversation and help shape Hager's future. Hope to see you there! @MarthacastexT
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Looking for something fun to watch while standing in line at the Polls? Check out this fun video from HPARD's 10th annual Breast Cancer Awareness event on Friday! Div. Mgr. Karmeletta Rice hosted her "STRONG FINISH" event at Emancipation Community Center. Here's the video:
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🎃 Happy Halloween from our HPARD family to yours! 👻 This spooky season, we wish you a night filled with fun, laughter, & a little fright! Whether you’re out trick-or-treating, attending a costume party, or staying in, remember to stay safe and look out for one another.
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What a great day for the "Strong Finish" event at Emancipation Community Center!! The 10th annual Breast Cancer Awareness event was a huge success!! Here's the video recap: @houmayor @EPConservancy
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🌟 Thank you for joining us in celebrating our incredible breast cancer survivors at this year's Strong Finish Celebration held at Emancipation Park! Stay tuned for more highlights from this unforgettable day! #StrongFinish #BreastCancerSurvivors
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I was honored to represent @HPARD at the 16th annual Larry Dierker CY-HOPE Golf event. Larry is one of greatest Astros of all-time. Pitcher, Manager & broadcaster. We had a fun day at Black Horse Golf Club, playing on the @CyFairISD team! @cyhopetx
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The "Let's Play Houston" initiative is really gaining momentum with the groundbreaking at Montie Beach Park! Here's the video story: @montiebeachcc @houstonmayor
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The 16th Annual "Metal and Muscle" event was a big hit this weekend!! Thanks to everyone who came out and supported these athletes with disabilities! Competitors came from as far away as Great Britain. Here's the video story: @houmayor @uswra @texasparasport
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It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and that means it's time to celebrate with our beloved survivors and fighters! So, dust off your 70s fashion and join us at Emancipation Park on October 30th for a fun-filled time with food, music, and, of course, our fabulous fashion show.
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#ICYMI Here's a reminder to all golfers!! Our Annual CMC Charity Golf Tournament is coming up on November 19th at Memorial Park Golf Course. #HTX @careerrecovery @careerandrecovery is the beneficiary. Here's a video preview with details:
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Andover Park is the place to be. We are so excited about the renovations coming to the park.... all part of partnerships with the state (@jolandaJones & @CarolforTexas ) & local supporters, @JMartinez4Hou and the amazing @houparksboard . WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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It was a beautiful morning to celebrate the groundbreaking for upcoming renovations to Andover Park. Thank you to @houmayor @CarolforTexas @jolandaJones @JMartinez4Hou @TwilaForHouston @houparksboard and the community for your support. – at West University Place, TX
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Don't forget to stop by Gragg Park this morning to visit our pop-up market. There's lots to see and buy for your fur babies and loved ones – at Bellaire, TX
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Our HPARD Floor Technicians are Superstars!! Now, they're going to be working even more effectively .... thanks to a sweet new ride!! Here's the video story:
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