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Meyers Pool open after major cleaning, maintenance during annual shutdown

On September 10, George J. Meyers Swimming Center, 7900 Carr Drive, reopened after its annual shutdown from September 3-9. Staff accomplished a multitude of tasks, in addition to a thorough deep cleaning throughout the facility: Drain pool -partial drain, refill, balance, heat Replacement work of “T” fitting in circulation system (done by BTS – contractor… More >

Racquetball and Fitness Center reopens after cleaning/maintenance shutdown

On September 1, the Racquetball and Fitness Center reopened after its annual shutdown from August 27-31. Besides a thorough deep cleaning throughout the facility, the RFC team did a great job to accomplish the following tasks: Refinishing the racquetball courts Steam cleaning carpets Preparing downstairs rooms for an upcoming flooring project The results are fantastic… More >

Royalty Ball was special for kids and parents

Parents and their sons and daughters danced the night away at the Royalty Ball, held Saturday, August 25 at the Simms Street Recreation Center for ages 5-12 and their parents. It was a festive multi-generational event with snacks and fun and a touch of elegance. Attendees had lots of good things to say, including this… More >

Youth can apply now for 2018-2019 volunteer Youth Commission!

In January, the district launched an important new youth volunteer community service initiative, whose goal is to offer volunteer support and service to the district’s programs, special projects and events; and to establish a direct conduit to youth. We’ve adjusted the volunteer term to reflect the school year. The new term will be October 2018… More >

New for 2018: extended outdoor pool hours at Fitzmorris and the Apex Center

Take advantage of the warm and swimmable late summer weather! The new Fitzmorris outdoor pool and the new Apex Center splashpad will both be open during September. Here are the details: The Apex Center splashpad, 13150 W. 72nd Ave., will remain open through September 30, with the exception of August 20-25 when the entire center… More >

Aspire, Advance and Achieve with Our New Tier 1 and Tier 2 Passes!

Beginning January 1, new doors will be open for all Apex Park and Recreation District guests, as we launch our newly structured multi-use passes! They’re affordable, flexible and best of all, they feature access to a full slate of facilities and activities in one convenient pass! Choose a Tier 1 Pass for a drop-in facilities… More >

SilverSneakers at Apex: 25 years, 10,000 members and growing!

October 24 marked the 25th anniversary of the very successful SilverSneakers program, a health insurance benefit that encourages a proactive, social approach to good health and fitness for older adults. Apex Park and Recreation district currently boasts more than 10,000 SilverSneakers members, and to celebrate the program’s 25th anniversary, more than 40 students attended a… More >

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