By David Markham Besides officially opening new JCPRD facilities to the public, two October ribbon cutting events will also celebrate the legacy of two Johnson County families. The public is
Inside JCPRD: A Virtual cultural celebration
By the Johnson County Museum From Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 each year, we commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month. It is a time to celebrate the culture and contributions of
Inside JCPRD: Symphony musicians look forward to park performances
By David Markham For the public, a series of concerts in JCPRD parks during September and October are a chance to hear some classical music beautifully performed for free. For
Inside JCPRD: Theatre in the Park and our NEW To-Do!
By Tim Bair What do you do when you can’t do what you do? I’ll tell you. You do what you do… differently! That’s what you do! And that’s what
Inside JCPRD: Virtual gymnastics class serves as bridge for family members living in 3 different parts of the country
By David Markham We already knew our virtual programs help people stay safe while taking part in activities from their own home, but now we also know they can help
Inside JCPRD: Johnson County’s past pleasure parks
By the Johnson County Museum On Aug. 31, 2020, the Johnson County Museum opens a traveling exhibit: Coney Island: Visions of an American Dreamland, 1861 – 2008. This exhibit, which will
Inside JCPRD: Virtual and in-person Chair Yoga class proves popular
By David Markham One trend that JCPRD’s 50 Plus fitness programmers have seen this year is the growth and popularity of chair yoga, which essentially takes yoga off the mat
Inside JCPRD: Gymnastics goes virtual
By Gymnastics Coordinator Kendra Martiny Many families have expressed a preference right now for limiting their time spent in indoor, public areas, so JCPRD saw the potential to adapt programs
Inside JCPRD: J.C. Nichols & Johnson County
Written by the Johnson County Museum Jesse Clyde “J.C.” Nichols was a visionary who epitomized the postwar suburban neighborhood developer. Born in Olathe on Aug. 23, 1880, Nichols moved away
Inside JCPRD: Look for a smaller printed My JCPRD Activities catalog and online listings this week
By David Markham As part of adjusting to life in the era of COVID-19, JCPRD has elected to not print its usual full September through December catalog. At 16 pages,
Inside JCPRD: Resilience, Reflection, Rebuilding: Artists respond to Covid-19
By Fine Arts Coordinator Devin Graham The arts have the remarkable ability to create a sense of togetherness, belonging, and community. They can help decrease stress, loneliness, and anxiety. They
Inside JCPRD: What do park and recreation services in Johnson County mean to you?
By David Markham We who work in the field of parks and recreation feel like we do a lot more than provide spaces and opportunities for people to have fun.
Inside JCPRD: Help us name Dodge Town’s new horse!
By David Markham A playful new “critter” arrived in Antioch Park’s Dodge Town Play area a few months ago this year and is in need of a name. JCPRD is
Inside JCPRD: Johnson County’s hospitals and healthcare systems
By The Johnson County Museum (Part 3 of 3) Johnson County is fortunate today to be home to many outstanding hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices, and other medical facilities. But this
Inside JCPRD: Resilience, reflection, rebuilding – artists respond to COVID-19
By the Johnson County Museum and JCPRD’s Fine & Performing Arts Department A brand-new art exhibition is coming to the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center. Entitled Resilience, Reflection, Rebuilding