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May 18, 2026

Splash into Summer Fun! M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Opening of 2026 Outdoor Aquatic Season

RIVERDALE, Md. – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County will officially open outdoor aquatic facilities for the…

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A man and a woman singing into microphones outdoors.
May 27, 2026

Summer Arts in the Parks Announced by M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County

Free outdoor concerts, movies, and performances all summer long RIVERDALE, Md. – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince…

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Rare Dinosaur Fossils Discovered at M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Dinosaur Park

July 12, 2023

Rare Dinosaur ‘Bonebed’ and Largest Theropod Fossil Discovered at PG County Dinosaur Park FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 13, 2023 Media…

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Several dozen young women in purple t-shirts pose during a summer camp visit with the First Lady of Maryland.

First Lady of Maryland Visits Summer Camp for Girls in Prince George's County

July 10, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 10, 2023 Media contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 RIVERDALE, MD – Today, M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and…

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View looking down into a large, indoor pool complex with multiple pools, including one filled with lap lanes. The walls are painted tan, white, yellow, and orange.

Assessment of the Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex Competition Pool Complete

June 29, 2023

The following statement provides the latest update UPDATE (August 4, 2023): The Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex competition pool…

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Two adults in fitness clothing walk along a wide, shady, paved path in a wooded area. Tall trees surround the path on both sides.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Wins $18.5 Million Federal Grant to Improve Trail Networks

June 29, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2023 Media Contacts: Melissa.Chotiner@MontgomeryParks.org and Angel.Waldron@pgparks.com Money from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and…

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A woman exits the secure double gate of a fenced dog park, with her gray and white dog.

Celebrations for New Dog Park and Community-Designed Park Upgrades Announced

June 29, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Riverdale,…

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A bench sits under a tree on a grass lawn overlooking a large body of water. A brick path leads to a covered seating area with views over the water.

Despite July 1 Marijuana Legalization, Outdoor Parks in Prince George’s County Remain Smoke-Free

June 27, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 27, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Riverdale, MD – Today The Department of Parks and…

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Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County announces the cancelation of all outdoor programming for June 8 - 9

June 08, 2023

**ALERT** M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County Cancels All Outdoor Programs Riverdale, MD - M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County announces the cancelation of all outdoor programming for June 8 - 9…

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All About the NEW Pgparks.com Web Experience

June 08, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 5, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County…

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Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest Summer 2023 Tour

June 08, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 7, 2023 Program Contact: Megan Merchant, 301-446-3228 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 M-NCPPC, Department of Parks…

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