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{{toplink|url=http://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-parks-recreation/|name=phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-parks-recreation}}'''Philadelphia Parks & Recreation''' (PPR) {{gives}}<blockquote>
 
{{toplink|url=http://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-parks-recreation/|name=phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-parks-recreation}}'''Philadelphia Parks & Recreation''' (PPR) {{gives}}<blockquote>
*''Programs and Activities:''&nbsp;&nbsp;Camps, Baseball Leagues, and Older Adult Services are just a few of our wonderful offerings.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation connects the city’s residents to the natural world, to each other, and to fun physical and social opportunities. We manage historically significant Philadelphia events and special venues, and we work with communities and organizations, leading capital projects and introducing creative programming.
*''Places to Go:''&nbsp;&nbsp;Philadelphia is filled with places to go from parks and trails to sculptures and places to eat. We have all of the ideas you need for a fun filled day.
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*''Get Involved:''&nbsp;&nbsp;The people who make our Department work every day have the privilege of being stewards of the City’s environmental, cultural and historical assets. We ask that you Get Involved in your own way. Here is an overview of some of the ways that you can.
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Philadelphia's large, diverse parks and recreation system provides something for everyone. Listed below are some of facilities and programs we’re responsible for:
*''Environment:''&nbsp;&nbsp;The mission of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation focuses on preserving and enhancing existing green spaces while also expanding the amount of green, public space available in the City.
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*''History:''&nbsp;&nbsp;PPR is proud to provide historical services, facilities and other assets to the public everyday throughout our park system.
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*300+ neighborhood parks, rec centers, and playgrounds.
*''Rebuilding Community Infrastructure:''&nbsp;&nbsp;Learn how the City is investing in Philadelphia's communities through the revitalization of neighborhood parks, recreation centers, playgrounds and libraries.
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*166 miles of trails and 40 historic sites.
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*60 community gardens, farms, and orchards.
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*3 environmental education centers.
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*600+ baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields.
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*74 pools.
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*400+ basketball and 200+ tennis courts.
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*5 ice skating rinks.
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*5 golf courses.
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*25 public computer centers.
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''Note:''&nbsp;&nbsp;The above descriptive information came from the department's [http://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-parks-recreation home page].
  
 
==In The News==
 
==In The News==

Revision as of 17:27, 19 October 2020

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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation (PPR) gives the following descriptive information:

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation connects the city’s residents to the natural world, to each other, and to fun physical and social opportunities. We manage historically significant Philadelphia events and special venues, and we work with communities and organizations, leading capital projects and introducing creative programming.

Philadelphia's large, diverse parks and recreation system provides something for everyone. Listed below are some of facilities and programs we’re responsible for:

  • 300+ neighborhood parks, rec centers, and playgrounds.
  • 166 miles of trails and 40 historic sites.
  • 60 community gardens, farms, and orchards.
  • 3 environmental education centers.
  • 600+ baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields.
  • 74 pools.
  • 400+ basketball and 200+ tennis courts.
  • 5 ice skating rinks.
  • 5 golf courses.
  • 25 public computer centers.

Note:  The above descriptive information came from the department's home page.

In The News

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