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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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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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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation to Open Warming Centers During Snow Emergency

January 25, 2026

Riverdale, MD — January 25, 2026 — In response to the ongoing snow emergency, icy conditions, and dangerously low temperatures, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, will open emergency…

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Inclement Weather Prompts Early Closures Saturday, Full Closures January 25–26

January 24, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 24, 2026   Media Contact: public.relations@pgparks.com,  M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces January 24 Early Closures and January 25 Facility Closures Due to Inclement Weather RIVERDALE, Md. – Due to inclement weather conditions affecting the…

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces January 24 Early Closures and January 25 Facility Closures Due to Inclement Weather

January 23, 2026

RIVERDALE, Md. – Due to inclement weather conditions affecting the region, The Maryland–National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, announces Department offices and facilities will close early on Saturday, January 24,…

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New Year, New You! M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation announces New Year Health and Wellness Programs

December 23, 2025

RIVERDALE, Md. – Start the New Year strong with free fitness classes, interactive cooking workshops, and live cooking demonstrations from…

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Major Aquatic Capital Improvement Project and Renovation at Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex Scheduled to Begin Wednesday, December 10, 2025  

December 05, 2025

RIVERDALE, Md. – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, will be conducting a major aquatic capital improvement project and renovation at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. During this first phase,…

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Cancellations of Aftercare Programs Due to Inclement Weather 

December 05, 2025

RIVERDALE, Md. – Due to inclement weather conditions affecting the region, The Maryland – National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC, Department of…

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Celebrate the Holiday Season with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County

November 25, 2025

Free or low-cost Holiday Events for the Entire Family   RIVERDALE, Md. – The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission…

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Major Aquatic Capital Improvement Project and Renovation at Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex Scheduled to Begin December 2025

October 31, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 31,2025 COMMUNITY MESSAGE UPDATE (October 31, 2025) – The major aquatic capital improvement project and renovation…

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Celebrate the Season! Holiday Fun Begins this November with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County

October 28, 2025

From cultural celebrations to family activities, enjoy free and affordable events all November long RIVERDALE, Md. – Kick off the…

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