Park and Recreation
New program features coffee with critters
Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department is beginning a new series focused on wildlife and conversation.
Recycling of holiday trees ends Jan. 31
Christmas tree recycling is being offered until Jan. 31 at four Johnson County Park and Recreation District locations.
2024 travel plans trek around the world
The 50 Plus Department of Johnson County Park and Recreation District has been helping people across the county travel to captivating destinations around the globe via group travel for more than 40 years!
Cover Story: Tai chi: Ancient exercise gains modern-day fans
Like an underwater ballet or yoga’s slow-moving cousin, tai chi has been helping older people stay active for centuries.
TIP season begins indoors with 'SHOUT!'
Strong female characters on stage and female directors for all five of the year’s summer outdoor shows are planned for the Theatre in the Park’s 2024 show lineup.
Trout season starts Feb. 24
The 2024 trout season begins Saturday, Feb. 24, after the stocking of 1,600 pounds of trout in Kill Creek Park and 3,800 pounds of trout in Shawnee Mission Park.
Pickleball rally set Feb. 16 in O.P.
Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program and Blue Valley Recreation are teaming up to provide a fun, one-day pickleball tournament.