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Sikeston Parks, Recreation & Facility Rentals

4 days ago

"The City of Sikeston has a total of 16 parks, 8 trails, including the Cottonbelt Trail, and the Clinton Building in our park system, which is supervised by a Parks and Recreation Director and a 9-member advisory Park Board.  Maintenance is provided by a 4-person Park Division under the direct supervision of a Parks Maintenance Supervisor. Recreation programming is organized and facilitated by a Recreation Coordinator. Several of our parks have picnic shelters/pavilions that are available to reserve for special events such as family reunions, company gatherings and church picnics. Legion Park is also located Downtown and has a bandstand near our newest splashpad. Lincoln Park is the home to our newest splashpad and has several pavilions adjacent to rent.  Splashpads cannot be reserved for private use but the pavilions and shelters near them are available to rent.  To make a park reservation, please visit our Reservation Website, as all rentals are now made online. There is a fee for picnic shelter reservations for the Recreation Complex, Rotary Park, Lincoln Park, Legion Park, and the bandstand at Malone Park. Fees are $10 for up to 4 hours. The Clinton Building is our Community Services Building donated by Ray and Dorothy Clinton in May of 2002.  There are three rental size options, with the largest option having a seating capacity of 230 people.  You can see all pricing, available dates, photos, rental agreements, etc. on our Reservation Website, as all rentals are now made online only.  **IMPORTANT**All park shelter/pavilion rentals, Clinton Building rentals and Recreation Program registrations are now done exclusively online.  Please visit our Reservation Website for information regarding all of these listings. You may click on the word Reservation Website or copy and paste this link into your web browser: www.bookeo.com/sikestonparksandrec Follow along with us on all platforms to stay up to date on all of the fun we are having. Facebook: www.facebook.com/sikestonparksandrecInstagram: @SIKESTONPARKSANDRECDirector of Parks and RecreationEric Chappell501 Campanella DriveSikeston, MO  63801(573) 475-3722Email: [email protected] CoordinatorJT JonesClinton Building 501 Campanella DriveSikeston, MO  63801(573) 475-3723Email:  [email protected] SupervisorMatt Patterson501 Campanella DriveSikeston, MO  63801(573) 475-3736Email:  [email protected] or Clinton Building Reservation Information:Clinton Building501 Campanella DriveSikeston, MO  63801(573) 475-3725Email:  [email protected] of Sikeston Parks"

Youth Programs & Recreation Opportunities in Sikeston

1 week ago

"DID YOU KNOW?Until 2023, the City of Sikeston has never been the host/owner of any sports leagues in town - they've all been put on by outside organizations. We currently have 3rd-6th grade rec league basketball and added in a cheer program to go with basketball. "I'M BORED. I CAN'T FIND ANYTHING TO DO!"We've got plenty to do! Maybe you're just now aware of what Sikeston has to offer. Let us help you! We've compiled a list of recreational activities available in the Sikeston area with contact information for each. The list is ever-growing so please check our City website for added/updated information. "WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE HAPPEN?"We are always open to hearing your suggestions when it comes to Recreational programming for Sikeston. We cannot always guarantee the feasibility of all suggestions but we certainly try. If you have an idea of a program, event, equipment, etc. please let us know! We cannot offer what the citizens want if we don't get your feedback. You can reach out to us via email, phone call, social media or at events! "WHERE DO WE SIGN UP?"We get asked this a lot! Here's a list of the sports leagues and other youth program organizations that have updated us on their programming as of December 2022:Disclaimer, links and contacts are subject to changes.SWIM LESSONSContact: YMCASEMO.NET 573-472-9622GIRLS VOLLEYBALL 3RD-8TH GRADEContact: YMCASEMO.NET 573-472-9622"

Flood Resources for Southeast Missouri

2 weeks ago

"Southeast Missouri Flood Help Resources Missouri Baptist Disaster Relief 502 Broadway Cape Girardeau Phone 573-556-0336 Provides Mud Out help if personnel is available and will provide mold cleaning chemicals if you are willing to pick it up. American Red Cross of Missouri 10195 Corporate Square Creve Coeur, MO , 63132 Phone: (314) 516-2800 These agencies are always looking for volunteers as well, especially after significant weather events."

City of Miner to Host City Wide Yard Sale

2 weeks ago

"City Wide Yard Sale The City of Miner will be having a City Wide Yard Sale on October 5th from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sign up at city hall for $5 to have your address on the yard sale map."

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