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AROUND TOWN

Parker Porch Party

Not all firework shows are cancelled! The Santa Fe Quarry Mesa annual fireworks display is on. Similar to years past, fireworks will shoot off at sundown (around 9:30 p.m.) All over town families are living it up on their porches. On specific dates, meet the Mayor's challenge to win prizes and

Castle Rock Fireworks

enjoy the great weather!

Peaceful Protest

People gathered in O'Brien Park to protest for racial equality. They layed on the ground for 8 minutes and 46 seconds in honor of George Floyd, followed by a march through downtown.

National Trails Day

One of the best perks to living in Parker is the 70 miles of trails right out our door. On June 6th, many took advantage of these trails for exercise or lesuire.

PHOTO BY JOHN OTT

Douglas County Library

The Play Fountain at Discovery Park opened and the Summer Reading Program kicks off with a communtiy goal of 8 million minutes.

Parker Rec Center

Cleaning is high on the staff's priority list as the Rec Center reopens for a Safe Return to operation. Appointment required.

Road Construction

Summer brings several road improvement projects. The town has a new online map to better inform residents about planned street maintenance activities. Visit www.parkeronline.org.

Economy Reopening

Planet Fitness practices "Social Fitnessing" as gyms are allowed to reopen in the latest sign of returning to normal.

Vehicle Vault Blood Donation

Mayor Mike Waid was on hand as volunteers donated blood at the Vehicle Vault to help patients in our community who are in need.

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