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We're excited to announce the completion of playground renovations at Memory Square Park and the Louisville Recreation & Senior Center!

Work will be starting the week of 9/21/2026 to replace the playground equipment and safety surfacing at Memory Square Park.

Work will be underway mid-September through mid-October to replace the playground equipment and safety surfacing at the Recreation & Senior Center's outdoor playground.

The City of Louisville Parks, Recreation & Open Space department is excited to share that the inline skate rink—located next to the Police Station—is being converted into permanent outdoor pickleball courts!

The July 27 Latest Buzz explains temporary pumping operations at Hecla Lake. It also celebrates World Ranger Day, promotes upcoming programs including Web World with the Butterfly Pavilion, North Open Space on Canvas, and September’s Wildlife Day Celebration, and highlights a free, self-guided Fishing Mission for families at Harper Lake through August 31.

On Wednesday, July 15, the City will treat the 11 ash trees at Memory Square Park to help protect them from the invasive Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), a destructive insect that kills ash trees.

Playground improvements are planned for 2026 at both Memory Square Park and the Recreation & Senior Center — and we need your input.