City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District
April Events & Programming
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Extended Hours at Payne Park Tennis Center!
Facility Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
NEW Sunday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Facility Information
· Advanced reservations required (on-line or phone); drop-ins prohibited.
· Showers, lockers, and Court 13 open area are unavailable.
· Face covering required when entering/leaving facility.
· Open All Holidays from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Player Pass Rates
90 Minute Player Pass: $10
· Allows each adult player only 90 minutes of play. For additional time, another pass is required.
· Guest Passes not included.
90 Minute Youth Player Pass: $5
· Allows each youth player only 90 minutes of play. For additional time, another pass is required.
· For players 17 and under.
· Guest Passes not included.
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Robert L. Taylor Community Complex |
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Drop-In Pickleball
Intermediate / Advanced Pickleball
Mondays & Wednesdays; 9:00 am - 2:30 pm; Ages 18+
Beginner Pickleball
Tuesdays & Thursdays; 9:00 am - 2:30 pm, Ages 18+
Tuesday Lessons:
· 9:00 am - 10:45 am
· Two courts will be reserved.
· March thru April
· Limited to 8 players
· Book your pickleball lesson today by calling 941-263-6562!
Open Play Pickleball
All Levels Welcome
Friday; 9:00 am - 2:30 pm; Ages 18+
Single Play $5 per Session (5.5 Hours)
For non-contact transactions, credit card payments are required for all transactions.
Purchase a Punch Card and SAVE!
($2.75 - $3 per Single Play)
· 3 Single Plays $9
· 5 Single Plays $15
· 10 Single Plays $30
· 20 Single Plays $55 BEST VALUE
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Summer Camp at RLTCC
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Registration: Applications are now available, online to print and/or pick up at RLT front desk; registration is first come first serve. The first-week payment of $75 is due at this time. Hurry, camp is filling up fast!
- Camp Dates & Times: June 14 - August 6, 2021; 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Fee: $75 per week session. Payment is due on or before every Wednesday for the following week of camp. For example, payment of $75 for the second session (2nd week) of camp is due on or before Wednesday, June 16, 2021.
- Ages 6 – 12 years old
- Space is limited to 60 campers per week.
Payment of $75 for the first week of camp is due at the time the application is submitted. At this time masks will be required while indoors and outdoors when socially distancing is not possible. Campers will need to bring a water bottle, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen each day to camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks Provided.
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Drop-In Soccer
Weekly Wednesday’s Drop-In Soccer
> Every Wednesday Night
> 2 Sessions, 7 pm - 8 pm / 8 pm - 9 pm
> Price: $3 per person
> Age: 18+
> Registration: First come First Serve
> Maximum of 42 players per session
Friendly Friday’s Drop-In Soccer
> Every Friday Night
> 1 Session, 7 pm - 8 pm
> Price: $3 per person
> Age: 18+
> Registration: First come First Serve
> Maximum of 42 players per session
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Turf Stadium Rentals
The Robert L. Taylor Community Complex - Turf Stadium is the new home for adult and youth leagues, tournaments, practices, drop-ins, clinics, events, birthday parties, celebrations, and more!
Interested in renting the stadium?
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Why choose us for you all of your fitness needs?
NO annual fees, NO contracts
& NO additional maintenance costs!
BONUS: Receive TWO MONTHS FREE with every Annual Membership!
“We take pride in having affordable pricing while offering top-notch amenities and service.”
Arthur Larkins - Manager
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Passes
Please note we are only offering our Fitness Pass & Daily Pass currently.
Fitness Pass
- Fitness Area
- Free Weights
- Locker Rooms (not available at this time)
Prices
- Adult 18+ $10/month; $120/year
- 2 Person Household* $16/month; $192/year
- Seniors 55+ $9/month; $108/year
*2 Person Household: Must reside in the same household. At least one person must be older than 18.
Daily Pass is ONLY $5 + tax!
Enjoy our Full Access Pass for the day! At this time the Daily Pass only includes:
- Fitness Area
- Free Weights
All prices do not include tax and are subject to change without notice.
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Open Gym
Starting today, Wednesday, April 7, 2021. The gymnasium will be open from 2:30 pm - 5:45 pm on Wednesdays & Thursdays. The gym will be available for patrons to play basketball during this time. Patrons can purchase a Full Access Pass or a Day Pass.
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Fitness Area - Youth
Patrons 13 - 15 years of age can have a fitness membership (recommend the 2 person household or family membership) with a parent/guardian's permission; they must present with them during the sign-up process.
- Members, 13 - 15 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian when they workout.
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Patrons who are 16-17 years old must have a signed waiver from a parent or guardian on file. Parent/guardian does not need to be present during workouts. The responsible person (guardian) must be at least 18 years old.
- Patrons 12 years old or younger are not permitted in the fitness area.
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Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex |
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Blood Drive
Join us at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex on Friday, April 9, 2021, for a fantastic blood drive! OneBlood will be available on location from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. Please note the last appointment is at 1:00 pm. Get a FREE COVID-19 antibody test!* Appointments are encouraged.
Please remember to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before you donate.
DONATION BONUS!
All donors will receive a Tie-Dye T-Shirt and a $10 eGift Card. Plus, a wellness checkup including COVID-19 antibody test, blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse, and cholesterol screening!
ID required. Donors must be at least 16 years old. Those who are 16 years old need parental permission. See website for more details. One offer per donor, per donation. No cash value. Non-transferable. If you have recently donated. thank you. Please visit us when you’re eligible to donate again. Not responsible for lost or stolen gift card. Donor must have successful donation to obtain results. If donor does not have account created in donor portal already, they must provide email address to phlebotomist at the time of registration so account can be created. Donor will receive email post donation with instructions. The same email provided at registration is used to activate donor portal account. Do not present to donate if you have a fever. You must wait at least 14 days before donating if you’ve been exposed to someone who has or may have COVID-19, have recently been tested and are pending test results for COVID-19 if you have a confirmed active case of COVID-19. *With blood donation.
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Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Class
Begin, or advance your career in aquatics with our American Red Cross Lifeguarding Blended Learning Course!
The course is taught by our Head Lifeguard and Recreation Leader. Together they will teach you to help others stay safe in, on, and around the water, and help you learn the latest safety and rescue techniques, and how to deliver critical care, like CPR, first aid, and AED administration, when it is needed most.
DATE & TIME
• Wednesday, April 21 - Friday, April 23, 2021
• 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Participants must attend all classes to receive a certificate.
FEE
• $225 per participant
PRE-REQUISITES
• Must be at least 15-years-old by the last day of class.
• Pass a pre-course swimming skills test prior to taking lifeguarding courses.
HOW TO REGISTER
• Deadline: Friday, April 16, 2021
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Aqua Fit and Toning
This 45-minute class focuses on Cardio & Toning. This refreshing mix-up of low & high impact with various toning moves will get your day started with Energy! Some light stretching & breathing incorporated in each class. All levels welcome. Adaptive exercises are available.
Mondays & Wednesdays
8:30 am – 9:15 am; Age: 18+; $3 per person
SAVE! Purchase a 20-Visit Punch Card for $55!
Registration Deadline: Fridays prior to Monday class and Tuesday prior to Wednesday class. Call 941-263-6732
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Jogaqua
Jagaqua is a moderate impact Water Aerobics class that starts in the 4-foot shallow end then progresses into the deep end where buoyancy belts are utilized. Venture out on a journey with moves such as Cross-Country Skiing, Treading Water, Rock Climbing, and more to get your heart rate going. Enjoy 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s music.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm; Age: 18+; $3 per person
SAVE Purchase a 20-Visit Punch Card for $55!
Registration Deadline: Monday prior to Tuesday class and Wednesday prior to Thursday class.
Call 941-263-6732
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Bobby Jones Golf Club April Blood Drive!
Join us at Bobby Jones Golf Club Friday, April 23, 2021, for another fantastic blood drive! OneBlood will be available on location from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Please note the last appointment is at 3:45 pm. Get a FREE COVID-19 antibody test!* Appointments are encouraged.
Please remember to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before you donate.
ID required. Donors must be at least 16 years old. Those who are 16 years old need parental permission. See website for more details. One offer per donor, per donation. No cash value. Non-transferable. If you have recently donated. thank you. Please visit us when you’re eligible to donate again. Not responsible for lost or stolen gift card. Donor must have successful donation to obtain results. If donor does not have account created in donor portal already, they must provide email address to phlebotomist at the time of registration so account can be created. Donor will receive email post donation with instructions. The same email provided at registration is used to activate donor portal account. Do not present to donate if you have a fever. You must wait at least 14 days before donating if you’ve been exposed to someone who has or may have COVID-19, have recently been tested and are pending test results for COVID-19 if you have a confirmed active case of COVID-19.*With blood donation.
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Sarasota Municipal Auditorium & Bayfront Community Center |
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Plan your next event!
The City of Sarasota is now excepting requests for rental of the Municipal Auditorium and Bayfront Community Center. Those leases could be subject to cancellation due to COVID-19 and lessees are doing so at their own risk and expense.
Submit a Lease Request:
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Check out these awesome Earth Day inspired videos
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What does Sustainability mean?
Sustainability is implementing projects and programs that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Sustainability is about balancing the environmental, social, and economic impacts of our actions.
What does the Sustainability Program do?
The Sustainability Program works on financially responsible projects and plans that reduce harmful environmental impacts while also improving community health and well-being. Examples of the work completed by the Sustainability Office include:
· Lead a climate change vulnerability assessment and adaptation plan
· Perform recycling education for businesses
· Support renewable energy and energy efficiency efforts
· Track greenhouse gas emissions community-wide and within city operations
· Manage the Community Canopy (a free tree give-away) program
· Support the reduction of single-use plastics
· Support community composting efforts
· Support efforts that increase walkability, bikeability, public transportation use, and electric vehicles
· Coordinate with other local organizations on regional sustainability projects
· Support living shorelines and environmentally-friendly seawalls
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Earth Day Coloring Pages! |
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Beginning Salary
$56,992 + Benefits
Prefer a strong background in principles of landscaping, horticulture, aboriculture, irrigation, turf management, project management, and construction. Intermediate MOT and Class B CDL required (within 6 mos of hire).
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Rate of Pay:
$12.00 per hour
Arlington Park
& Aquatic Complex
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Rate of Pay:
$13.00 per hour
Temporary Part Time position to maintain assigned landscaped areas throughout the City by performing unskilled and manual work using varied equipment and resources under the general direction of the designated supervisor.
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Rate of Pay:
$12.00 per hour
Arlington Park
& Aquatic Complex
Payne Park Tennis Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about
COVID-19 Testing
Walk-Up Testing Site
Robert L. Taylor Community Complex Parking Lot
1845 34th St., Sarasota, FL 34234
> 8 a.m. - 4 p.m, 7 days a week
> Testing Criteria: All ages, regardless of symptoms
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Drive-Thru Testing Site
Sarasota Kennel Club Parking Lot
5400 Bradenton Road, Sarasota, FL 34234
> 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 7 days a week
> Testing Criteria: All ages, regardless of symptoms
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Questions?
- Please do not call the facility located at the test site.
- Contact FL Dept. of Health, Sarasota County at 941-861-2883 OR
- Contact the COVID-19 Call Center, available 24/7 at 1-866-779-6121 OR
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Visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov
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All of our parks are open.
Search by amenities here!
Please note a few of our facilities and amenities are not available at this time. Follow CDC Guidelines when visiting our parks.
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