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Are you over the age of 15 interested in working at one of our aquatic centers?? Need a lifeguard certification?? Join our Lifeguard Certification Course! This course will take place April 14-16 with the swimming pre-test on March 9.
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Are you looking for a rewarding and exciting summer job? We are currently hiring for McAllister camp counselors, zoo staff, aquatics, maintenance and landscaping positions!
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We were informed in the last week that INDOT plans to close the intersection of 4th & Teal on June 12, 2023 until late August 2023. The City Engineer's Office is working closely with the Traffic Department to minimize the impact as much as po...
A new collaborative effort has been announced between local government agencies to introduce a community campaign for the new Humane Society for Greater Lafayette. The new shelter will be located at 3150 Sagamore Parkway South in Lafayette, previously kno...
The U.S. 52/Teal Road reconstruction project is approximately three miles in length. The western end of the project will start just west of Old Romney Road on State Road 25 (locally known as West Teal), going east to Old U.S. 231, proceeding north on Old ...
Mayor Tony Roswarski announced the appointment of Brian Alkire, Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention, as the new fire chief upon the retirement of current Fire Chief Richard Doyle, effective June 21, 2023. Please help us congratulate Brian on his role in th...
It is with great pleasure that we share with you that Inspector Todd Trent has obtained the International Association of Arson Investigators Certified Fire Investigator Certification, IAAI-CFI. This certification is viewed as the apex of fire in...
The 2023 Fun Guide is here! Stay up on all things Lafayette Parks & Recreation (programs, events, parks amenities, etc.) and download your digital copy today!
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Join us at McAllister Recreation Center for Sporties for Shorties: Basketball!
This program is perfect for teaching children 4-5 years old the fundamentals of basketball! They will become familiar with dribbling and shooting through exciting dril...
McAllister and Studio b have partnered to bring two 6-week dance sessions to McAllister!
Join Miss Cassidy for Tutu Princess or Hip-Hop Kids!
Tutu Princess: Mondays 5:15-5:55pm, ages 4-6
Hip Hop Kids: Mondays 6:10 - 6:50pm, ages...
Winter Markets at McAllister will be returning for THREE MORE sessions on:
Join us and come support your favorite local vendors!
If you want your child to have a fun summer AND gain valuable work experience, sign them up to be a junior camp counselor!
Junior camp counselors have the opportunity to learn leadership skills through working hands-on with the camp counselors&am...
If you are a college student or recent graduate looking for hands-on learning opportunities, this program is for you!
Join a fun team and get great experience in an up-beat, fast-paced environment all summer long!
Are you ready to join a fun, passionate team?? Apply as a Seasonal Zoo Educator!
At CPZ, we take enrichment seriously - but it's a lot of fun too! On a daily basis our animal care staff combines their background knowledge of animal behavior, a healthy dose of creativity, and the relationship they’ve built with the animals in...
Designed for children turning 5-12, a Zoo Birthday Party is one your child will never forget! Visit our Zoo Party Package Options & Pricing page for all the details on how Zoo Birthday Parties work, then contact us at zooeducation@lafayette.in.gov to ...
Online registration is now available for year-round fun with Columbian Park Zoo and Lafayette Parks and Recreation! Visit our registration portal, CivicRec, to browse or sign up for Zoo Camps, youth classes, Zoo Memberships, Zoo Birthday Parties and other...
Columbian Park Zoo offers a summer full of learning fun with Zoo Camps! Camps begin June 5 with weekly themed day camp offerings each week. Age groups are 5-7, 8-11 and 12-14 years. Check out the full schedule and all the details on the summer camp pages,...