North Highlands Recreation and Park District February 2026 Newsletter

Welcome to North Highlands Recreation and Park District's newsletter for February 2026!

We will be keeping you up to date on all the exciting events and programs coming up this month.

Holiday Closures

The front office will be closed on Monday, February 9th and Monday, Febraury 16th in observance of Lincoln's Birthday and President's Day.

Board Meeting

The next board meeting will be held on February 12th at 6:30pm in the Recreation Center (6040 Watt Ave). To join the meeting via Zoom, use this link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86169275255?pwd=M7Q0EoaNbF2YHuIscQcqmWUUtbeVHN.1

Meeting ID: 861 6927 5255

Passcode: 123

Upcoming Events

To see all upcoming events, please check out www.nhrpd.org/community-events

Cupid's Crew Valentine Dance: Retro Love event on Feb 6, 2026, 6-8 PM at Kay F. Dahill Community Center. $8 entry. Retro dress encouraged.

Event Name	Event Date
Cupids Crew Valentine Dance - Retro Love	2/6/26
Park Spotlight at Memorial Park	3/28/26
Spring Extravaganza and Egg Hunt	4/4/26

Spring Recreation Guide

Spring is here! Programming registration opens TODAY! Check out all of our Spring programs and events here: https://www.nhrpd.org/recreation-guide

The image promotes the North Highlands Spring Extravaganza & Egg Hunt on April 4th, 2026, at Freedom Park.

Upcoming Programs

Register for these programs on www.nhrpd.org/register

Program Name	Program Date(s)	Registration Deadline
Adult Pickleball	2/6/26 - 2/27/26 (Fridays)	N/A
Youth and Teen Cooking: Tacos, Chips & Guacamole with Horchate	2/19/26	2/16/26
Adult Volleyball Open Gym	3/2/26 - 3/16/26 (Mondays)	N/A
Youth and Teen Dance Workshop	3/4/26 - 3/25/26 (Wednesdays)	2/25/26
Youth Beginner Ballet	3/4/26 - 3/25/26 (Wednesdays)	2/25/26
Spring Sensory for Tots	3/17/26 - 3/31/26 (Tuesdays)	3/10/26

Community News

New Playground at Karl Rosario Park!

Pardon our dust, a new playground is going in at Karl Rosario Park. Construction is scheduled to start on Febraury 9th and is expected to last about 3 weeks. While the construction is happening, the basketball court and gazebo will be open. Check out the image below to see what you can expect!

The image depicts a playground design at Karl Rosario Park, featuring slides, swings, and a fitness area, with shaded installations.

Freedom Park Pavilion Rentals

Freedom Park Pavilion rentals are almost available! Picnic sites are available to rent Sunday - Saturday beginning the first weekend in March. This location is excellent for a birthday party, family reunion, company picnic, or any social event that calls for some fun in the park. For further information, and to reserve a pavilion, please check out our website: www.nhrpd.org/freedom-park-pavilion-rentals