Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District

06/18/2026

🌞🎉 Join us for the Children’s Summer Health Fair on Saturday, July 18 from 12–3 PM!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon full of fun and healthy smiles: free dental screenings, help signing up for Medicaid, tasty food, face painting, a raffle, and a DJ! 🎶✨

And join us for a FREE Open Swim from 3–5 PM, thanks to
It’s a day of fun, health, and community you won’t want to miss! 🎈

06/17/2026

🏊 SUMMER SWIM CLINICS 🏊
Build Skills • Gain Confidence • Have Fun!

Join Coach Carolyn this summer for a week long swim clinic focused on improving technique, endurance, and overall swimming ability in a supportive environment. Clinic is offered each week from:

📅 June 29 – August 6
🗓 Monday – Thursday
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Sunset Pool

Perfect For Swimmers Looking To:

✔ Improve stroke technique
✔ Build endurance and strength
✔ Increase confidence in the water
✔ Prepare for future swim programs

Register Today!

🔗 https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/e2cf45d8

Spots are limited: reserve yours today! Open swim fee is included in Clinic price.

06/15/2026

🥕🎶 Seaside Farmers Market starts THIS WEDNESDAY! Great vendors, live music, fresh finds, and plenty of fun. Come join us!

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06/12/2026

☀️ Summer Mini-Retreat ☀️
🗓 Saturday, July 11
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Take a few hours to slow down, reconnect, and restore balance this summer.

During this relaxing mini-retreat, you'll be gently guided through yoga asanas (postures) while incorporating aromatherapy and crystals to support chakra balancing and help bring harmony back to your nervous system.

✨ Guided yoga practice
✨ Aromatherapy & crystals
✨ Chakra balancing
✨ Reflective journal prompts to help identify where your energetic body may need support and balance

Join us for a peaceful and rejuvenating experience designed to leave you feeling refreshed, centered, and connected.

📍Register today and reserve your spot! sunsetempire.com

06/10/2026

🌊 Competitive Swimming is Back at Sunset Pool! 🏊‍♀️

We're excited to announce the launch of the Sunset Empire Swim Team (SEST) a newly restructured program that gives local swimmers the opportunity to participate in competitive swimming while continuing to build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of the water.

Whether your swimmer is ready to experience swim meets for the first time or is looking to further develop their competitive skills, SEST offers a supportive team environment, experienced coaching, and opportunities for growth both in and out of the pool.

🌊 Summer Season: June 15 – August 21
📍 Sunset Pool
✅ Competitive swim opportunities
✅ Skill development and stroke technique
✅ Fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship
✅ Supportive coaching and team environment

Registration is now open!

Want to learn more? Visit our SEST Information Booth in the Sunset Pool lobby:
📅This Thursday. Meet our USA Swimming reps, ask questions and learn about the program and upcoming competition opportunities.

🔗 Visit our website for complete program details and registration information:
https://www.sunsetempire.com/181/Swim-Team

06/09/2026

Join us for a special Father's Day Karaoke Luncheon at the Bob Chisholm Community Center! Enjoy a hearty meal, great music, and wonderful company as we celebrate the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who make our community stronger. Featuring Salisbury steak, scalloped potatoes, orange cake, and plenty of karaoke fun! 🎤❤️

06/08/2026

Coming next Wednesday! Seaside Farmers Market 🍓🍅🍎Thanks to our Golden peach Sponsor, Providence Seaside Hospital and our Red Raspberry Sponsor, Pacific Power!

06/05/2026

☀️ KICK OFF SUMMER WITH US! ☀️

Join us for FREE Open Swim at Sunset Pool on June 11 & 12, generously sponsored by Providence Seaside Hospital!

We’re kicking off summer the best way we know how.. at the pool! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a couple of fun afternoons in the water.

📅 June 11 & 12
📍 Sunset Pool
🎉 FREE Admission

A big thank you to Providence Hospital for helping us launch the summer season with this community gift! 💙

We’ll see you at the pool! 🏊‍♀️

06/03/2026

🌊 Morning Swim Lessons Are Coming This July! 🏊‍♀️☀️

We’re excited to announce that next month, Sunset Pool will be offering morning swim lessons! It’s a great way for swimmers to build confidence, improve skills and enjoy some fun in the pool this summer. Whether your swimmer is just starting out or continuing their progress, we’ll have classes for a variety of skill levels.

📅 Lessons begin in July
📝 Registration opens in just a few short weeks, so be ready to secure your swimmer’s spot! Swimmers may be signed up for up to 3 lessons a week!

06/01/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our Employees of the Month! 🌟

Please join us in congratulating Jessica Contreras and Hunter Shakespear on being recognized as our Employees of the Month!

🍎 Jessica Contreras: Toddler Lead Teacher
Jessica is a wonderful example of nurturing, dedicated teaching. She has helped establish strong routines that support our toddlers' growth and success while setting a high standard in Preschool Aftercare. Her willingness to collaborate, support her team, and lead by example has made a positive impact on both staff and children. We are so grateful for all she brings to SEPRD!

🏊 Hunter Shakespear: Head Guard
Hunter has been a valued member of our aquatics team for the past two years and was recently promoted to Head Guard. His strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to supporting the district have made him an outstanding employee. In his new leadership role, Hunter has quickly become a trusted leader and role model for fellow staff members. We appreciate his dedication and all he does for our team!

👏 Thank you, Jessica and Hunter, for your hard work, leadership, and commitment to our community. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!