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June Events at The Parklands!
Saturday, June 1st Girl Scout Firefly Watch: Citizen Science Project – SOLD OUT Are fireflies disappearing? Spotting fireflies is a special part of enjoying a warm summer night, but lately scientists have discovered they are in decline. Join us as … Continue reading
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May 19th Spring Fling in Beckley Creek Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ellen Doolittle 21st Century Parks edoolittle@21cparks.org 502.303.8644 The Parklands of Floyds Fork to Host May 19th Spring Fling in Beckley Creek Park Louisville, KY.—On May 19, 2013 The Parklands of Floyds Fork will host its first … Continue reading
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May Events at The Parklands!
Wednesday, May 8 Kentucky Science Center Nature Stories at The Parklands Nature Stories is an interactive group time made up of nature-themed stories, designed to introduce young children to nature in a fun and safe environment. The fun-filled hour of activities … Continue reading
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Marshall Playground and Sprayground to be closed April 22-24 for maintenance and repairs
The Marshall Playground and Sprayground will be closed April 22- April 24, 2013 for maintenance and repairs. No public access will be granted at that time. Thank you for your patience! Upcoming Playground Dates: Please join us on Friday, April … Continue reading
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ADDITIONAL PARKING LOT MADE AVAILABLE IN N. BECKLEY CREEK PARK
3/29/2013 An additional parking area has been created off of Shelbyville Road to service the North Beckley Creek Park area and William F. Miles Lakes. The entrance to the lot is marked with a sign on Shelbyville Rd., a … Continue reading
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Parks project reaches $120 million fund-raising goal- Business First
By John R. Karman III, Business First Reporter The news that 21st Century Parks Inc. has raised the $120 million necessary for development of The Parklands of Floyds Fork is good not only for lovers of the great outdoors, but also for the … Continue reading
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April Programs at The Parklands
Spring Break Eco Trekkers Camp April 1-5 Kentucky Science Center Spring Break Sensible Senses Family Camp April 1-5 Kentucky Science Center Nature Stories Interactive, nature-themed stories designed to introduce young children to nature. Includes story readings and hand-on activities. This … Continue reading
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All Paddling Accesses and Loop have been re-opened 3/20/13
Wednesday, March 20: All paddling accesses and sections of the Louisville Loop in The Parklands have been re-opened now that the water has receded. Thank you for your patience! —————————————————————————————– High Water Causes Closings 3/18/13 Monday, March 18: Due to … Continue reading
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Parks project reaches $120 million fund-raising goal- Business First March Article
By John R. Karman III The nonprofit organization overseeing development of a nearly 4,000-acre public parks system along the Floyds Fork watershed in eastern and southeastern Jefferson County has reached its $120 million fund-raising goal. Dan Jones, chairman and CEO … Continue reading
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21st Century Parks, David Jones surpass $120 million fundraising goal for Parklands- March C-J Article
By Sheldon S. Shafer After nearly eight years of asking for money with “tenacity and shamelessness,” Humana co-founder David Jones and son Dan Jones say they have surpassed the goal of collecting $120 million to develop a 3,700-acre string of … Continue reading
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