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06/19/2026
Have you heard of Opal Lee? Often called the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” she spent decades fighting to make Juneteenth a federally recognized holiday.
Every year, Opal organized a 2.5 mile walk to honor the two and a half year delay between the Emancipation Proclamation and the day enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free on June 19, 1865.
In 2021, after years of tireless advocacy, she stood as an honored guest at the White House as Juneteenth was officially declared a federal holiday. Opal Lee’s legacy is a powerful reminder that change is possible and the fight for justice is always worth it.
We visited Palmer Park with Tempe’s Urban Forester, Richard Adkins, to learn more about the Chinese Elm, otherwise known as the Lacebark Elm.
Famous for its unique bark; as the tree matures, the outer layers of bark naturally flake off creating a patchwork of colors.
Follow to learn more about Tempe trees, or visit tempe.gov/UrbanForestry
06/15/2026
In recognition of Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, several Tempe Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed or have adjusted operating hours. Please see the closures and facility hours below.
Closures:
Cahill Senior Center, 715 W. Fifth St.; Closed (480-858-2420)
Pyle Adult Recreation Center, 655 E. Southern Ave.; Closed (480-350-5211)
Kiwanis Park Batting Range; Closed (480-350-5727)
McClintock Pool; Closed
Adjusted Operating Hours:
Clark Park Community Center, 1730 S. Roosevelt St.; Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (480-350-5208)
Escalante Multi-Generational Center, 2150 E. Orange St.; Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (480-350-5800)
Kiwanis Recreation Center, 6111 S. All-America Way; Open noon to 6 p.m. (480-350-5201)
North Tempe Multi-Generational Center, 1555 N. Bridalwreath St.; Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (480-858-6500)
Westside Multi-Generational Center, 715 W. Fifth St.; Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (480-858-2466)
Tempe Splash Pads; Open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Clark Pool; Open 9 a.m. to noon.
Escalante Pool; Open 1 to 5 p.m.
Kiwanis Wave Pool; Open noon to 6 p.m.
For more information on Tempe aquatics, please visit tempe.gov/pools.
The big guy is taking over the screen tonight!🧽🍍
Come check out the Float-In Movie at Escalante Pool featuring The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (PG).
🗓️Today, Friday, June 12
🕕Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for pre-show fun. Movie starts at dusk.
📍Escalante Pool, 2150 E. Orange St.
🎟FREE admission, limited to 300 (first come, first served)
🔍 Summer of Fun Scavenger Hunt (see previous post)
More details at tempe.gov/FamilyFun
Think shallow water is always safe? Think again.
Shawn and Sean met up with Tempe Firefighter, Kevin Johnston, to bust this common myth. Watch this week’s episode of Tempe Parks & Rec Mythbusters to learn the truth.
The Tempe Summer of Fun Scavenger Hunt is kicking off this week! We’ll show you where we are hiding prizes at select programs, events and locations throughout the season. Get ready to explore Family-Friendly pool events, Tempe Time Machine, Summer Reading and more.
Find a scavenger hunt item and score a fun surprise 🎉 Even if you don’t uncover the hidden prize, you’ll still discover some of Tempe’s coolest events and community spots along the way.
Follow along, stay ready and start exploring!
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