Looking ahead, and looking back, to Huntsville’s large tree planting events

November 21, 2024 Click to view Looking ahead, and looking back, to Huntsville’s large tree planting events

On most calendars, it’s the holiday season. On the Huntsville Green Team calendar, it’s tree planting season. After planting about 300 trees in Brahan Spring Park at the Mayor Tommy Battle’s annual tree planting on Nov. 2, another tree planting is set for Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon at Cavalry Hills Community Center. Hundreds of trees are set to be planted at Cavalry Hills. The trees are funded by [more]

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How to make holiday gift wrapping environmentally friendly

November 21, 2024 Click to view How to make holiday gift wrapping environmentally friendly

The holiday season is a time of celebration and, sometimes, excessive waste. Americans discard millions of pounds of wrapping paper and packaging each year, much of which isn’t recyclable due to glossy finishes and mixed materials like glitter. Here are some upcycled wrapping paper ideas so you can spread holiday cheer while being kind to the planet. Old can be new: Old maps, magazines, newspapers and sheet music can make for colorful [more]

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A gift for you: Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s seasonal guide filled with holiday happenings

November 21, 2024 Click to view A gift for you: Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s seasonal guide filled with holiday happenings

Huntsville Parks & Recreation is excited to unwrap the 2024-2025 Winter Program Guide, packed with hundreds of festive and free activities for residents to enjoy at City facilities. Whether you’re looking to stay active, celebrate the season or make lasting memories with loved ones, there’s something for everyone this winter. The guide features a wide range of programs including fitness classes, aquatics, athletics and outdoor adventures, providing opportunities for all ages [more]

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City of Huntsville, Huntsville Hospital invite you to ‘Maintain, Don’t Gain’ this holiday season

November 6, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville, Huntsville Hospital invite you to ‘Maintain, Don’t Gain’ this holiday season

As the holiday season approaches, many people look forward to indulging in festive meals, decadent treats and celebratory feasts. But with all the delicious food comes the potential for unwanted weight gain. So, how can you enjoy all the festivities without derailing your health goals? The answer is simple: stay engaged, stay motivated and take on a little friendly competition. The Maintain, Don’t Gain holiday challenge is back for its 10th year, [more]

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Huntsville Parks & Recreation announces Cozy Care Holiday Drive

November 4, 2024 Click to view Huntsville Parks & Recreation announces Cozy Care Holiday Drive

If you have any unused coats, Huntsville Parks & Recreation would love to take them off your hands as part of the Cozy Care Holiday Drive, an initiative in partnership with Christmas Charities Year Round. From now through Dec. 9, community members are encouraged to donate clean and wearable coats, hats and gloves at any of Huntsville’s recreation centers during regular operating hours. All sizes are accepted. Donation boxes will be conveniently [more]

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Contact
  • Phone:

    256-564-8026

  • Address:

    Parks & Recreation Office

    2411 9th Avenue SW

    Huntsville, AL 35805

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  • Email:

    james.gossett@HuntsvilleAL.gov

    James Gossett

    Parks and Recreation Director

  • Hours:

    Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Seasonal Program Guide

the cover of the 2024-2025 winter program guide. A man and child are ice skating in big spring park.