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A Message from Hashim Taylor, Parks & Recreation Director
November 08, 2022
Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation's winter-spring program registration is underway. Thank you for connecting with our recreation guide, Play CR, Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation’s go-to source for all things recreation!
Noelridge Greenhouse Easter Showcase
April 06, 2022
The Noelridge Greenhouse Easter Showcase is back this year on Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Noelridge Greenhouse, 4900 Council Street NE. Come enjoy a preview of spring!
Friends Of Noelridge
April 04, 2022
The Friends of Noelridge organization supports the operations of the greenhouse and gardens at Noelridge Park. Read about their instrumental role in providing plants and flowers that help beautify public spaces.
Germination Strategy at Noelridge Greenhouse
February 16, 2022
Starting as early as January, we are busy sowing seeds. We grow over 500 varieties of ornamental annuals at the Noelridge Greenhouse and Gardens. Depending on the species, the germination strategy can vary greatly. Read more about the process.
Tropical Escape
February 16, 2022
Are you dreaming of running away to some tropical rainforest to escape the frigid winter in Iowa? How about counting down the days until summer? If you are like me, you are! Noelridge Greenhouse is the perfect place to get away.
Happy 50th Birthday Noelridge Greenhouses
February 16, 2022
While the Parks Division has been producing flowers for public spaces in Cedar Rapids since 1930, the greenhouses at Noelridge Park just turned 50 at the end of 2021.
Crush the Curve Virtual Marathon
April 17, 2020
Get off the couch and do something powerful for yourself – run a marathon! Crush the Curve virtual marathon is for everybody. You have 30 days to run, jog, walk, or workout to complete the 26.2 mile challenge. This is your race.
Healthier parks in 2019
December 20, 2018
Many people start off the new year with a list of planned changes, often these goals include plans for a healthier year. We have plans to make the parks healthier and cleaner in 2019 as well.
Explosions of color
July 31, 2018
Cedar Rapids has been recognized across the country for its local work in returning public land to native prairie and increasing pollinator habitat. One of the most captivating benefits is the beauty of pollinator zones in bloom.
Staff receives state awards
April 09, 2018
The Iowa Parks and Recreation Association recognized two Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department employees Wednesday, March 28 at their annual conference.
Parks staff assists with "Parchitecture" project
March 27, 2018
The Parks and Recreation Department’s Recreation Maintenance team was asked to work with 55 students at Roosevelt School who were interested in planning and designing accessible playgrounds.
Keep our parks and waterways clean
March 22, 2018
Now that it is officially spring, we hope that you will be able to use our park system more often. Unfortunately, now that spring rain has washed away the snow, we are left with lots of litter and debris in plain sight.
Habitat Restoration
February 22, 2018
Parks & Recreation Department Forestry crews recently removed invasive and undesirable understory trees along the Sac and Fox Trail that were crowding out a native black walnut and a grove of Kentucky coffee trees nearby.
It is a wonderland out there
January 08, 2018
While you’re inside, staying warm and curled up by the fire, there is a lot of outdoor winter recreation that you are missing. Take advantage of the winter season and the opportunities it provides in the Midwest.
Keep your New Year's resolution
January 04, 2018
Stay committed to keeping your New Year’s resolution this year! You don’t have to be intimidated at a gym, we have many creative ways to keep you active and healthy.
Tree maintenance in Bever Park
December 12, 2017
While we plant trees as often and in as many places as we can, unfortunately, sometimes we must also remove trees because they are no longer safe for the public.
Is it cold enough yet?
December 07, 2017
Each year people wait anxiously for an outdoor recreation opportunity that only occurs in Cedar Rapids in the winter. Read how we need Old Man Winter to cooperate to get outdoor ice rinks up and running.
O Christmas Tree
November 15, 2017
On Monday, November 20, we will cut down the City's official Christmas tree and get it ready in Greene Square for the tree lighting ceremony. Join us on Saturday, November 25 at 5:30 p.m. to watch as the tree is lit.
A playground to be proud of
November 08, 2017
A few weeks ago we were happy to open the Variety Star Playground in Noelridge Park. We encourage you to visit the playground to see all the unique features and hope that you show your appreciation to the many donors.
Buggy (and more) for Sale
November 03, 2017
Antique and auction lovers will get a real treat this Sunday when we hold a public auction of items no longer used at Ushers Ferry.
