The Boca Park Leaf | Recreation Services Newsletter | Issue 4 | | Holiday Tree Lighting Performers | | |
Fall Fun
Starts Here!
Autumn in Boca Raton means more time to play, explore and enjoy our beautiful City! This season’s Boca Park Leaf is your guide to programs and events that bring our community together; from fun in our parks to creative discoveries and festive celebrations. Try something new, bring a friend and make the most of fall, Boca style!
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This newsletter offers just a taste of the fun awaiting you in Boca this season. For even more ways to play, explore and connect, browse our full program guide, The Recreator!
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The Bulletin Board | Here are some of the stories and
announcements you may have missed.
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The MyBocaRec app is almost here!
Registering for your favorite recreation programs is about to get even easier!
Our new MyBocaRec app will let you browse and sign up for classes, camps, and sports right from your phone.
Download it on Google Play or
the App Store
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CAP is coming to Patch Reef Park!
Join us for the soft opening and ribbon cutting of The Community Accessibility Program (CAP) at Patch Reef Park on Friday, Oct. 23.
A brand-new initiative dedicated to inclusive and adaptive recreation for children and families throughout our community. Learn all about CAP!
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Fall Camps are Almost Here!
Nov. 23 - 27
School’s out, and the fun is in! Keep kids active, engaged and smiling during fall school breaks with Boca Raton’s camp programs. It’s a chance to try new activities, make friends and enjoy days filled with discovery and play!
- Great Escape Days Camp
- Junior Golf Camps
- Junior Pickleball Camp
- Junior Tennis Camp
- Surf School Camp
Learn all about them and plan ahead!
www.myboca.us/FallCamps
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Winter Camps are Almost Here!
Dec 21 - Jan 4
Make winter break a little brighter with camp fun in Boca! Give kids the chance to stay active, explore their interests and make new friends while school is out. Discover our winter camp offerings and plan for a memorable break.
- Acting & Improv For Kids
- Amazing Sports
- Future Veterinarians
- Kitchen Science
- Wizard Potions Lab
- Cheerleading & Cartwheels
- Dance & Yoga
- Winter Break Blast Camp
- and so much more!!
Learn more about them and plan ahead!
www.myboca.us/WinterCamps
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Free Programs Continue This Fall at Wildflower Park! 🌼
551 East Palmetto Park Rd
The Wildflower in Bloom activities and programs are continuing during the fall!
Weekly Classes:
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Bootcamp: Wednesdays at 10am
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Pilates: Saturdays at 9am
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Yoga: Sundays at 9am
Special Programs:
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Plant giveaway: October 30 at 5pm. Join the Office of Sustainability for a complimentary plant giveaway. (Registration is NOT required, plants will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.)
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StoryWalks
StoryWalk is a fun, educational activity that places a children’s storybook along a popular walking route in the community.Visit our award-winning StoryWalks!
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Patch Reef Park-2000 Yamato Rd.
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Serenoa Glade Preserve-1101 NW 15th St.
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Pondhawk Natural Area-1501 Spanish River Blvd.
🔗Take a look at what we have on display at each location
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Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Jacob's Outlook
1801 N. Ocean Blvd.
Ascend 40 feet above the boardwalk to Jacob’s Outlook at the top of the observation tower, featuring an ADA accessible 700-foot-long switchback ramp.
Visitors will get a birds-eye view of Boca Raton’s barrier island, and can admire the lush forest, views of the Intracoastal waterway, and the wildlife seen only above the quiet hammock below!
🔗Learn about the story behind Jacob's Outlook before you visit
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Pardon Our Progress | Learn about some of our ongoing and recently completed park and facility projects.
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Meadows Park Pool
1300 NW 8th Street
Improvements are making a splash at Meadows Park Pool! Installation of new geothermal wells for the pool’s heating system is expected to take place October 5–16.
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Lake Wyman Playground
1500 NE 5th Avenue
The playground at Lake Wyman Park is getting a well-deserved upgrade! The new playground will feature a toddler-dedicated area (2-5 yrs old), alongside a fun zone for older children (5-12 yrs old) and all fully fenced (phew!) and thoughtfully designed with plenty of shade. This project is scheduled to be completed in the Fall.
| | | We update www.myboca.us/RecProjects daily with any low-scale closures, and monthly with our large scale project updates. If you have any questions about any projects, feel free to email them to bocarec@myboca.us. | | | | |
Boo-ca Boo Days at Various Locations
Various Dates & Times in October
Prepare for a spine-tingling adventure as the City of Boca Raton’s Recreation Services Department rolls out its fang-tastic annual Halloween event series: Boo-ca Boo Days!
This October, the whole community is invited to enjoy a month filled with spooky stories, creepy crafts, hauntingly fun activities, and eerie entertainment for all ages. Join us…if you dare!
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Moster Mash at The Swim Center
Sunday, Oct 25, 12pm
Pumpkin dive, face painting, games on deck food trucks and more. Participants must be confortable in the water without parents.
Get ready for a splash-filled adventure at our Monster Mash, where you will search for pumpkins filled with surprises-right in the pool! If you find a special pumpkin you receive a special prize.
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City of Boca Raton Night Market at Sanborn Square
Thursday, Nov 5, 6–9pm
Enjoy an evening of local makers, artists, snacks, treats, and more in the heart of Downtown Boca. Free for all ages!
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Red, White & Boca: A Veterans Day Celebration at Mizner Park Amphitheater
Wednesday, Nov 11, 4–7pm
Honor our nation’s heroes with live music, inspiring speakers and community togetherness. Free for all ages.
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Holiday Tree Lighting at Mizner Park Amphitheater
Saturday, Nov 21, 6–10pm
Kick off the holidays with a tree lighting ceremony, live music, food vendors and festive photo ops. Free for all ages!
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Holiday Street Parade
Wednesday, Dec 2, 7:30–9pm
Celebrate “Boca by the Beach” at the 54th Annual Holiday Street Parade! Enjoy festive floats, dancing, lights and music. Free for all ages.
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Merry in Mizner at Mizner Park
Dec 8 & Dec 15
Soak up the season with family-friendly activties, festive photo ops and holiday cheer in Downtown Boca. Free for all ages!
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City of Boca Raton Night Market at Sanborn Square
Thursday, Dec 10, 6–9pm
Enjoy an evening of local makers, artists, snacks, treats, and more in the heart of Downtown Boca. Free for all ages!
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Take a look at ALL programs, classes, events, and more in our programming guide
The Recreator...
The Spring 2027 issue will
be published on December 1.
It will cover activities from
January-April 2026.
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Tot Time
Nov 17 & Dec 15
Sugar Sand Park
Community Center
Register
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3D Print A-CAD-emy
Nov 5, Nov 19,
Dec 3, Dec 17
Children's Science Explorium
Register
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9-Hole Adult–Junior Scramble
Oct 25
Boca Raton Golf &
Racquet Club
Register
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Total Fitness
Circuit Training
Tues & Thurs
Sugar Sand Park
Fieldhouse
Learn more
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Tennis 2.0 Beginner Class
The Racquet Center
Saturdays
Tuesdays
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Winter Family Movie ,
Night: Frozen
Dec 10
Boca Raton Public Library - Spanish River
Learn more
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Your Next Adventure
Starts Here!
We're looking for energetic, passionate individuals to help keep our parks and facilities thriving 🙌
Career Opportunities
Administrative Manager
Recreation Services Director
✔️ Apply today
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Racquet Sports
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