Parks & Recreation News & Announcements

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Birthday Party Pool Rentals Now Available!

East Hartford, CT -  Looking for a unique way to celebrate your child's birthday party this summer?  East Hartford Parks and Recreation is... more ››

East Hartford Parks and Facilities Reopening Guidelines

East Hartford, CT - Now that the weather is becoming warmer, we know that residents are eagerly anticipating the reopening of our rental... more ››

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East Hartford Outdoor Pools to Open Friday, June 18th

East Hartford, CT—Even in the midst of a state and nationwide lifeguard shortage causing pool closures in many towns, East Hartford Parks... more ››

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Youth Tennis Program Begins June 14th

The East Hartford Parks and Recreation is offering a Youth Tennis Instructional Program at East Hartford High School Tennis Courts. ... more ››

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Cruisin’ East Hartford Car Show Returns Saturday, July 10

East Hartford, CT - Spectators and car enthusiasts are invited to the Cruisin' East Hartford Car Show on Saturday, July 10, 2021... more ››

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East Hartford Gearing Up for Busy Summer at Camps and Pools

East Hartford, CT - We know that East Hartford residents are looking forward to traditional summer activities and recreational... more ››

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Town Of East Hartford Announces Return of the ‘Sounds of Summer’ Concert Series at Great River Park

East Hartford, CT - The Town of East Hartford is excited to invite community members and neighbors to enjoy the Sounds of Summer, a series... more ››

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East Hartford Celebrates Connecticut Trails Day June 6 at Martin Park

East Hartford, CT— East Hartford Mayor Marcia A. Leclerc invites you to join East Hartford Parks and Recreation Department in celebrating... more ››

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Parks and Recreation Youth Photo IDs Available for Residents ages 7-15

East Hartford, CT - We know that so many East Hartford residents are anxiously awaiting the first day our outdoor pools open for the season... more ››

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Planning Underway for Summer Camps and Pools - Virtual Camp Open House to be Held May 26th

East Hartford, CT – East Hartford Parks and Recreation is excited to offer summer camp programs, swim lessons and other outdoor pool... more ››

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Prospective Lifeguards Can 'Test the Waters' at Free Lifeguard Skills Clinics

East Hartford, CT - East Hartford Parks and Recreation Department is hosting Lifeguard Skills Clinics on Tuesdays, May 4thand May 25th from... more ››

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Special Olympics Track & Field Program Begins May 1st

East Hartford, CT-  East Hartford Parks and Recreation is excited to announce that registration is now available for our Special Olympics... more ››

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Lifeguards Wanted! East Hartford Parks and Recreation Looking to Hire 30 New Lifeguards for the 2021 Summer Season

East Hartford, CT— East Hartford Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for Summer 2021 employment opportunities at our five... more ››

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East Hartford Egg Hunt was a Success!

East Hartford, CT — After taking the year off in 2020, Parks and Recreations Annual Egg Hunt safely returned this year. The sun was shining... more ››

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East Hartford Parks and Recreation Invites you to Participate in an Egg Hunt

East Hartford, CT— Hop into spring with the Town of East Hartford and the East Hartford Parks and Recreation Department! Parks and... more ››

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Winter Park Entrance Closures

East Hartford, CT - East Hartford offers many beautiful recreational areas and playgrounds throughout town, as well as several areas for... more ››

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Several Town Buildings are Closed February 1, 2021

East Hartford, CT - Due to the impending snowstorm, the following East Hartford town buildings will be closed today,... more ››

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Parks and Recreation Department Accepting Applications for Seasonal Employment

East Hartford, CT— East Hartford Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for Summer 2021 employment opportunities.  Available... more ››

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New Online Fitness Classes Available, Includes Options for Family Fitness

East Hartford, CT - East Hartford Parks and Recreation is offering an array of new online fitness classes and registration is now available... more ››

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East Hartford Invites Residents to Create a Holiday Lights Map, Spread Holiday Cheer

East Hartford, CT - There are many beautifully decorated homes in East Hartford, and we want to showcase them for all to enjoy this holiday... more ››

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