HeyJaredDPR Director Thennie Freeman
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
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- Sep 4, 2026
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- Jul 27, 2026
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Seenager Takeovers: D.C. Seniors Are Showing Us How It's Done (opens the original)
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There’s been a lot of talk about “teen takeovers” this summer. But I have a takeover I’d much rather talk about. Our DC seniors have been taking over recreation centers, pools, parks, stages, baseball games, campgrounds and just about everywhere else this summer. They’ve been dancing, swimming, traveling, competing, laughing, learning, making new friends and reminding all of us that getting older does not mean slowing down. If anything, our “Seenagers” are just getting started. At the DC Departm
Our Parks Are Going to the Dogs — And We're Here for It (opens the original)
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If you know me, you know I am a dog person. As a proud dog parent and a Ward 7 resident, I know the joy our four-legged friends bring into our lives. They’re companions, family members, walking buddies — and often the reason we meet new neighbors. At DPR, we currently have 20 designated dog parks across the District, giving residents in every ward safe, dedicated spaces where their dogs can run, play and socialize off-leash. These spaces are more than fenced-in areas for dogs. They’re gathering
Recreation is for Adults, Too (opens the original)
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When people think about the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), they usually picture children at summer camp, teens playing basketball, or families enjoying a day at the pool. Well, more than one thing can be true, and I want District residents to hear loud and clear: At the DPR, we’re creating curated experiences that remind adults they deserve time to play, recharge, connect, and invest in themselves. Recreation doesn’t end when you graduate from school, and it certainly doesn’t stop
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