Associated Recreation Council Grants

Associated Recreation Council

The Associated Recreation Council in partnership with the Green Lake Advisory Council is hosting its 43rd Annual Pathway of Lights free public event around Green Lake on Saturday December 14, 2019 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. This event has become a celebrated community tradition. Just before the dark days of Fall give way to Winter, Green Lake is transformed into a radiant, sparkling oasis. This year hot air balloons will be set up at dusk and inflated as if they are going to take off, but instead of being allowed to ascend they are tethered to the ground by crews. The balloons glow like huge light bulbs or lanterns, giving a spectacular display for Pathway of Lights visitors. This project will be completed by February 28, 2020.

Associated Recreation Council

We are requesting support for the 17th annual Big Day of Play (BDOP). BDOP is hosted annually by Seattle Parks & Recreation and will be held on Aug. 17, 2024, from 12-5pm at Rainier Playfields & Mt. Baker Rowing & Sailing Center. BDOP is a free event where families and individuals come together to enjoy a day filled with activities, games, inflatables, a basketball tournament, block party, vendor wellness fair, and live performances. Activities throughout the day will engage children, adults, seniors, and families while fostering community relations and healthy lifestyle opportunities. The goals of this community event include improving health outcomes, expanding relationships with underserved communities, and removing barriers to access, opportunity, and resources in Seattle communities, with an emphasis on underserved communities. BDOP features demonstrations, family activities, educational resources, games, entertainment, and culturally diverse food from local small businesses.

Associated Recreation Council

The Green Lake Advisory Council is hosting its 45th annual Pathway of Lights at Green Lake Park 7201 East Green Lake Drive N. on Saturday, December 11, 2021 from 4:30-7:30 pm. This free special event marks the start of the winter season and has become a lauded community tradition. At sunset, Green Lake is transformed with 2.8 miles of luminaries into a radiant, sparkling oasis. There will also be hot air balloons to provide a night glow on the playfields at Green Lake Community Center. This project will be completed by January 31, 2022.