Brentwood Celebrates National Parks and Recreation Month!   July is National Parks and Recreation Month! To celebrate, Brentwood Parks and Recreation will be hosting a few special events.PARC Skate: Sat., July 5th1:30-3:00 p.m.FREE for residents of Brentwood, Maplewood and Richmond HeightsScavenger Hunts: Sat., July 19thOak Tree Park3:30-4:30 p.m. (Ages 4-9)8:00-9:00 p.m. (Ages 10+)*Ages 10+: Please bring a flashlight!R $5; NR $7 Preregistration is required! 314-963-8689 07/02/2014

Brentwood Night at the Ballpark! Come to Busch Stadium on September 12th to enjoy a night of baseball with the Brentwood community!  Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department is offering seats grouped together in the Right Field Pavilion so you can sit near family and friends.Save over $7.00 per ticket!Friday, September 12th: Cardinals vs. Rockies7:15 p.m.Right Field Pavilion $13 per ticket 150 are available, so call today to reserve yours!314-963-8689 07/01/2014

Special Events in Brentood Spring 2014  REI Park Clean-up Day:  Brentwood Parks & Recreation and REI team up for our Annual Park Clean-up to give the Parks and creeks in Brentwood a good spring cleaning. Volunteers meet at Memorial Park for orientation, then groups head to their parks with trash bags hand. Wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty. We provide trash bags, you provide gloves and energy, Brentwood Lions Club provides lunch for workers at noon! Call REI at 314-918-1004 or stop by the store at 1703 S. Brentwood Blvd.  to volunteer. Please make your reservation at least one (1) week in advance! Saturday, April 5, 9:30 to 12:00p.m. FREEAdult Easter Egg Hunt In the Park, In the Dark, SPECIAL prizes of remark are among eggs hidden in Memorial Park,  The Hunt is open to... 03/04/2014

Brentood General Programs and Kids' Stuff  Miniature Musicians Children can enjoy a fun introduction to musical instruments, even make one of their own,  while they shake, rattle and roll to songs the know and love. A light snack will be provided. Tuesday, March 11 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Residents: $5; Non-residents: $6Spring Training Baseball/Softball Skills Clinic: Mini Hitters or Sluggers Ozzie Smith's Sports Academy with Brentwood Parks & Recreation offer a great opportunity to get your baseball and softball skills ready for the upcoming season. Collegiate instructors will help players develop proper techniques for throwing, hitting and fielding. The clinic is fun and organized for the best learning experience! Saturday,March 22 Mini Hitters, ages 4-5: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Reside... 03/03/2014

Brentwood Fitness  Hatha YogaChoose this excellent activity for body and soul. It is low impact yet reaps high energy benefits.  Hatha Yoga encourages you to improve your flexibility and focus as you learn exercise techniques with deep breathing to relax body and mind. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress or to stretch tired muscles. You can build mind-body health and increase vitality by using the positional exercise you learn with Monday instructor Anna Sandidge or Thursday instructor Felecia Flynn. Mondays                                                       Thursdays March 17 - May 5                                          March 20 - May 8 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.                                     6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Non-residents $55, Residents $48. HoopdanceHoopdance gives you... 03/02/2014

Brentwood HoopDance- New Class Learn to HoopDance- This low impact exercise is something everyone can enjoy!  Join Hoopnotica certified instructor Shelly McBurnett for an hour of fun.  It reduces stress, improves mood and allows for creative self expression.  Click here to view Tim Ezell from Fox 2 try out HoopDance! There will be a free HoopDance Seminar on Tuesday, December 17th from 6:30-7:30pm.  Reserve your spot today by calling 963-8689.  All ages are welcome. If you decide you like this class, they will be offering weekly classes beginning 1/7-2/11 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Cost R $36; NR $45 12/01/2013

Brentwood Holiday Home Decorating Contest 2013 Do you decorate your home for the holidays?  Then join in the holiday spirit and enter the Brentwood Holiday Home Decorating Contest!  Decorated homes must register with the Recreation Department by December 13, 2013.  Judging will take place by selected city employees and/or officials on Monday, December 16.  One home in each ward will be awarded 1st place and have their family’s name included on a plaque in the Community Center lobby.  Call 963-8689 to register your home today! 12/01/2013

Maddenfest in Brentwood September 20th & 21st Come out with family and friends to Brentwood Park for our annual MADDENFEST!  Check out the parade on 9/21 that will start in Brentwood Forest at noon and end at Brentwood Park.  You won't be disappointed in what the city has to offer...there's always something for everyone at MADDENFEST!  If you are interested in entering the parade, please contact the Parade Coordinator at 314.963.8689. Friday  9/20  5-10pm Saturday  9/21  12-8:45pm FREE Carnival Rides, Music, Food, Petting Zoo, Vendors, Bingo, Fireworks and much more! 09/02/2013

Brentwood Parks and Recreation Maddenfest 2013 Come out with family and friends to Brentwood Park for our annual Maddenfest!  Check out the parade on 9/21 that will start in Brentwood Forest at noon and end at Brentwood Park.  You won't be disappointed in what out city has to offer...there's always something for everyone at Maddenfest!  If you are interested in entering the parade, please contact the Parade Coordinator at 314.963.8689. Friday  9/20  5-10pm Saturday  9/21  12-8:45pm Parade at 12pm 08/05/2013

Brentwood Parks and Recreation July 2013     Abra-Kid-Abra Mind Reading & Other Cool Tricks Mind read the word a spectator is thinking of!  Vanish coins!  Change a card that a spectator is holding in their hand!  These are just a few of the tricks you'll learn in this camp.  You'll get your own magic box, and new tricks to put in it daily.  Camp culminates with students putting on a show for their families.  Goals are to develop presentation skills & confidence, improve reading skills and to have fun! Monday-Friday  9am-3pm  Ages 6-12 R $215; NR $258 Camp held at the Brentwood Recreation Complex   Ozzie Smith's Sports Academy Baseball Camp Ozzie Smith's Sports Academy is once again conducting a baseball camp for boys and girls.  Campers will learn hitting, pitching, infield, outfield, b... 06/26/2013

Brentwood Bricks 4 Kidz Early Engineers Class April 9- May 14 Bricks 4 Kidz afterschool classes are designed to be educational and fun.  They teach children principles of science, technology, engineering and architecture utilizing motorized LEGO models.  Call 314.252.2254 or register online at www.bricks4kidz.com Class meets Tuesdays from 4-5pm at the Brentwood Recreation Complex. Session dates: April 9-May 14 $95 per student 04/11/2013

Now Registering for Adult Softball Fees include a 12 game single or 24 doubleheader game regular season, game balls, umpire(s) and bases.  The top two teams from each league will advance to the playoffs.  Game times are 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30pm.  The Managers Meeting will be on 3/28 at 7pm to pick up schedules and rules.  Leagues will begin the week of 4/7.  Men's leagues offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights.  Co-Ed leagues offered Monday's and Wednesday's. $485/team/12 games; $965/team/24 games Games held at Brentwood Park 03/10/2013

Doggie Bone Hunt Brought to you by the APA, Brentwood Parks and Recreation and the Mid-County YMCA.  Who said egg hunts are just for kids?  Bring your 4-legged best friend out to hunt for some treats and win some great prizes!  Dogs must be on a leash; only 1 dog per person.  Cash and check will be accepted at the event.  Registration prior to the event is appreciated.  Call 963-8689 to register your dog today! Residents $8; Non-Residents $10 per dog Saturday, March 23rd at 10am SHARP Event held at Memorial Park  03/10/2013

Adult Easter Egg Hunt Join us for an evening of fun by searching Memorial Park and its surroundings for "special" eggs that contain tickets for some awesome prizes!  The hunt will begin at 6:30pm SHARP.  This event is open to ages 21 and up.  Food and beverages are welcome.  Cash and check are welcome at the event.  Check-in will begin at 6pm.  Prior registration is preferred at 963-8689. Residents $10; Non-Residents $15 Saturday, March 23rd at 6pm Held at Memorial Park 03/10/2013

Holiday Home Decorating Contest Homes must pre-register with the Brentwood Recreation Complex by 12/14.  Judging will take place on 12/17 by selected City Employees.  One home in each Ward will be awarded first place. and have their families name included on a plaques located in the Recreation Complex lobby.  Open to Brentwood residents ONLY. 12/02/2012

Saint Charles Christmas Traditions Trip Ages 18+ Take a stroll underneath a magical canopy of twinkling lights, meander down Main Street with some Victorian Carolers or duck into a shop or two for some holiday shopping!  You will dine beforehand at the Trailhead Brewing Company.  Dinner and transportation is included. Friday, December 14th  4-9pm Resident & Non-resident $40 We will depart from the Brentwood Recreation Complex Call Tracey at 314.963.8635 to register for this fun trip! 12/02/2012

Brentwood Santa Visits There are still a few spots left, so register today!  Contact the Brentwood Recreation Complex 314.963.8635 to reserve your time for Santa to make a surprise visit to your home!  Available to Brentwood residents only and open to a maximum of 8 children per household due to time constraints.  Dates available are 12/12, 12/13 and 12/18.  Santa will arrive between 6-8pm.  $15 per household. 12/02/2012

Brentwood Spooktacular Friday, October 26th, 6:00PM - 8:00PM We bring together parents and kids so families can spend quality time together. Join Brentwood Parks and Recreation and the Mid-County Y for the 2012 Brentwood Spooktacular! Featuring: The Great Pumpkin Rescue, Bounce House, Hay Rides, Spooky Story Telling, Costume Contest, Face Painting, Cupcake Walk, Festival Games & More! Location: Memorial Park & Mid-County YMCA Cost: $10/family - member or Brentwood resident       $15/family - non-member & non-resident Register at the Y: Call 314.962.9450 or register in person at the service center. * Advanced registration required. Registration open until October 23. 10/02/2012

Friends of the Parks is a new campaign that our department will be launching at this year's Brentwood Festival.  This campaign is designed to educate citizens, elected officials and businesses about the economic, environmental, health and educational benefits that parks and rec has to offer.  Members will receive a window decal identifying you as a Friend of the Parks, a re-usable bag, monthly emails to keep up with local Parks and Recreation news, and invitations to exclusive FREE Friends of the Parks BBQ's and FREE skate days!  Tune in to the B-TV station to learn more about this campaign and stop by the Parks and Recreation booth on September 14 or 15 to become a member for free! 07/01/2012

Bollinger's Mill Day Trip Missouri's oldest working grist mill will charm the weary traveler back to a simpler time. Let's visit this Southeast Missouri treasure and plan for a beautiful spring day! We will travel by motorcoach and dine at ____ for lunch. This trip is open to anyone 18 years or older. Lunch is included in the trip cost. Friday, April 20th; 8:30am-4:30pm Cost per person $52 Departs from the Brentwood Recreation Complex 03/30/2012