LeisureLink
LeisureLink: The City of Auburn's Parks and Recreation Weekly Newsletter
July 7 - 13, 2025
Auburn Arts Association Summer Invitational Exhibition Reception
Join us for an unforgettable evening! The Auburn Arts Association and Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center invite you to celebrate the Summer Invitational Exhibition on Thursday, July 10, from 5-6:30 PM at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. Featuring stunning works from Alabama artists Nancy Mimms Hartsfield, Catie Radney, Susan Harmon & June Corley. Don’t miss this chance to explore creativity & meet the talented artists
Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with Auburn Parks and Recreation!
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and here in Auburn, we’re celebrating all month long! Mayor Ron Anders kicked off the festivities by officially proclaiming July as Auburn Parks and Recreation Month. Throughout the month, we’re spotlighting individuals who got their start playing and working with Auburn Parks and Recreation—showcasing how those early experiences helped shape who they are today. We’re also highlighting the dedicated staff who make our programs, events, and facilities possible year-round. Be sure to join us on Saturday, July 26, at City Market at Town Creek Park for our first-ever Marketside Chat from 8–9 a.m. Enjoy a free cup of coffee and chat with Parks and Recreation Director Alison Hall and Assistant Director Kevin Kelly under the pavilion. Ask questions, share ideas, and learn more about what’s on the horizon for Auburn Parks and Recreation!
2025 Fall Brochure in Parks and Recreation Facilities /Fall Youth Sports Registration now open
Registration fall youth sports is now open. Register your child for flag football (girls & boys), tackle football, cheerleading, soccer, fall softball and baseball. For more information visit auburnal.gov/athletics/youth-sports/. To register your child visit auburnal.myrec.com. The 2025 Fall Brochure is now available online and at all Parks and Recreation facilities. Fall program registration begins Monday, August 4.
Float-In-Movie The Sandlot Sat., July 12
Auburn Parks and Recreation invites the community to make a splash with the second Float-In-Movie of the season on Saturday, July 12, at Samford Pool. Enjoy a screening of The Sandlot, the beloved 1993 coming-of-age comedy that’s fun for the whole family. Gates open at 7:30 p.m., and the movie will begin at 8 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite pool float to watch from the water or a chair to relax on the pool deck. Admission is $5 per person, and concessions will be available for purchase. Samford Pool is located at 465 Wrights Mill Road.
Events and Tournaments at Auburn Parks and Recreation Facilities July 11-13
Auburn Parks and Recreation is gearing up for a weekend full of exciting events and tournaments, July 11–13! The Auburn Jiu Jitsu Tournament will take over the Wire Road Soccer Complex Indoor Facility from Friday through Sunday, bringing high-energy competition and intense grappling action to the mat. Spectators are invited to experience the adrenaline, athleticism, and precision as athletes from across the region showcase their skills in an electrifying environment.
Saturday, July 12 start your morning at Town Creek Park for City Market from 8–11 a.m., where you’ll find local produce, handmade goods, and community spirit. Then cool off and unwind at the second Float-In-Movie of the summer at Samford Pool. Bring your favorite float and catch The Sandlot under the stars! Gates open at 7:30 p.m., and the movie begins at 8 p.m. Admission is $5, with concessions available on-site.
Samford Pool now open and Lake Wilmore Pool hours
Grab your googles and get ready to jump off the high dive!
Samford Pool will officially open for the summer season! Whether you're here to swim a few laps or just splash around and have some fun — check out the pool hours below!
Samford Pool Hours:
🔹 Mon–Fri
• Lap: 5:30–7 AM (Fri till 9 AM)
• Rec: 9 AM–8 PM (Tues/Thurs till 5 PM, Fri till 7 PM)
🔹 Thurs: Extra Lap Swim 5 PM–8 PM
🔹 Sat
• Lap: 8–11 AM
• Rec: 11:30 AM–5 PM
🔹 Sun
• Lap: 12–2 PM
• Rec: 2:30–5 PM
Lake Wilmore (Open Swim Only):
• Mon–Fri: 6–10:30 AM
• Mon/Thurs/Fri: 2–4:30 PM (Fri till 5 PM)
• Sat: 8–11:30 AM
• Sun: 1–5:30 PM
City Market every Saturday this summer through August 30
City Market returns for the summer season! Auburn Parks and Recreation invites the community, growers, and consumers alike to join us at Town Creek Park every Saturday until August 30th from 8 - 11 a.m. The market will host local farmers, growers and artists to sell their produce and handmade products. FREE to the public.
Registration for summer classes continues
Get ready for a summer full of fun, adventure, and community with the 2025 Auburn Parks and Recreation Summer Brochure—now available in print and online! Whether you're looking for exciting camps for the kids, engaging programs for adults 50+, or ways to stay active with aquatics, fitness, and art classes, there’s something for everyone this season.
Summer program registration has begun so be sure to plan ahead and secure your spot early. Pick up a printed copy of the brochure at the Auburn Public Library, any Parks and Recreation facility, or City Hall. You can also view the full brochure online for easy access anytime, anywhere. Visit auburnal.myrec.com to register.
Don’t miss out on everything Auburn Parks and Recreation has to offer this summer!
Auburn Parks and Recreation offers new membership options along side opening of Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center
The City of Auburn Parks and Recreation Department is excited to introduce a new membership structure designed to provide greater access and affordability for residents to enjoy Parks and Recreation facilities.
This update coincides with the addition of the Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center, a brand-new facility featuring a fitness center, indoor track, basketball courts, pickleball courts and pool.
Auburn Parks and Recreation has designed membership plans for every lifestyle — from those looking for a fitness upgrade to families seeking fun and wellness.
Membership options for Auburn residents (must live or work in Auburn)
Lake Wilmore Pickleball Courts Now OpenFree Amenities Membership: Includes access to free-play basketball at Boykin Community Center (BCC), Dean Road Recreation Center (DRRC), Frank Brown Recreation Center (FBRC) and Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center (LWP), as well as the eSports room, game room and racquetball court at FBRC.
Annual registration is required for this free membership, which is available at auburnal.gov/register.
Paid Memberships: Includes access to all fitness centers (BCC, FBRC and LWP), indoor walking track (LWP), aquatic facilities (LWP and Samford Pool), free-play basketball (BCC, DRRC, FBRC, LW) and additional amenities at Frank Brown Recreation Center (eSports room, game room and racquetball court).
Individual Memberships
$20/month or $200/year
Family Memberships (includes up to six household members)
$60/month or $600/year
Add-On Member: $10/month per additional person
Low-Income Discount (Medicaid Card Holders)
50% off membership fees
SilverSneakers® Members (65+) – Available for registration beginning April 1, 2025
Membership is FREE if the individual is eligible through a qualifying Medicare Advantage or supplement plan. To check if you are eligible, visit tools.silversneakers.com/Eligibility/CheckEligibility.
Fitness Membership to BCC and FBRC ONLY
$30/person/year
Options for non-residents & non-members
Daily Pass: $10 per day grants access to all fitness centers, indoor track and pools
Pool Daily Pass: $5 per day grants access to both pools (LWP and SP)
Current membership holders
Current memberships at Boykin Community Center and Frank Brown Recreation Center will be honored for those facilities ONLY. However, members interested in accessing Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center or the pools (LWP and SP) will need to purchase a new membership and will receive a one-time $30 discount off their first annual membership purchase.
Membership access
Membership is non-refundable, non-transferable and can only be used by the card holder.
Children ages 16-18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while using the fitness centers.
Purchase your membership
Membership cards can be picked up from the Frank Brown Recreation Center or Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center.
For cash payments, please visit the Harris Center. Please note, those paying in cash will still be required to complete the online registration for membership.
Future opening phases
Other elements of Lake Wilmore — including the pickleball courts, multipurpose fields and mountain bike trails — will continue to open throughout the year as different components of the project are completed. Visitors are reminded to stay away from active construction zones on the property for everyone’s safety.
Please stay tuned for further announcements regarding upcoming events, activities and future opening dates. The City thanks the community for its patience and support as it ensures the facility meets the highest quality standards.
For more information, please contact 334-501-2930 or registration@auburnal.gov, visit auburnal.gov/parks. or follow @COAParksAndRec on Facebook and Instagram.
City Market vendor application information
Are you a local grower or artisan wanting to share your products with those in the community? Apply to be a vendor at Auburn Parks and Recreation's 2025 City Market!
City Market vendor applications are now open. City Market will be held every Saturday from May 24 to Aug. 30 at Town Creek Park from 8-11 a.m. Vendor set-up begins at 7 a.m.
Farmers, growers and artists who are interested in participating in the City Market must fill out an online application or apply in-person at the Harris Center located at 425 Perry St.
For more information, please visit auburnal.gov/parks/programs/city-market/.
Auburn Parks and Recreation seeking talented instructors
Auburn Parks and Recreation is looking for qualified contract instructors to teach classes and programs in the community. The department is seeking passionate individuals with expertise in fitness, arts, sports and recreation to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with Auburn residents.
Auburn Parks and Recreation offers a diverse range of programs and activities for people of all ages and abilities. The department is looking for instructors to lead classes in areas such as:
Fitness: Aquatics, Low Impact, Teen Fitness and Preschool Fitness
Wellness: Nutrition Education, Stress Management, Support Group Leaders and Mindfulness Workshops
Senior Programs: Mahjong, Bunco, Fitness, Music, etc.
Special Needs Programs: Art, Writing, Finance, Dance, etc.
Special Interests: Homeschool Leaders, CPR/First Aid, ACT Prep, etc.
Athletics: Youth League Coaches, Tennis Instructors, Special Olympics Coaches
Qualified candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as a proven ability to create engaging and effective learning environments. Experience in teaching group classes is preferred but not required. References, and in some cases certifications, will be required.
Interested individuals may email Community and Special Programs Administrator Gabby Filgo at gfilgo@auburnal.gov.
Auburn Parks and Recreation accepting reservation request online
Auburn Parks and Recreation is now accepting facility and park reservation requests online. Those who wish to reserve a facility, athletic facility, or park pavilion can complete their application for request using their online account at auburnal.myrec.com.
Please make all requests at least two weeks prior to the desired reservation date in order to leave time for the approval process. Requests must be reviewed and approved by the facility director and department director. Once approved, payments can be made online using a credit card or by cash or check in-person at the Harris Center.
Yarbrough Tennis Center Updates
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