The District celebrated the reopening of the renovated Fort Dupont Ice Arena in Ward 7, unveiling a modernized skating venue that expands community access and youth programming. City leaders highlighted the facility’s upgraded features and new grants that will support year round skating and hockey opportunities for residents.
Tag: D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation
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D.C. communities to keep cool with open pools in every ward
The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation has opened all 23 outdoor pools six days a week to provide relief from the record-breaking temperatures, while DPR is also hiring over 700 seasonal jobs to ensure the pools are adequately staffed.

