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December Board of Review

Parks & Recreation Photo Contest Open

Along with the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Portage Parks & Recreation is seeking submissions of photos from all seasons. Winning photos will be selected from four categories: Seasonal Changes; Outdoor Recreation; Flora, Fauna & Wildlife; and Youth (14 years and under). Photos must be taken in a City of Portage park by June 14, 2022. Limit three entries per category, per person. Photos will be judged by a panel of area photography professionals with prizes awarded for first, second and third place in each category. Entry costs are $10 for up to three entries per category, except Youth, which are $5 for up to three entries (i.e., maximum $30 for nine entries). Prizes: 1st - $75; 2nd -$35 and 3rd -$25 for each of the four categories. Visit the Parks & Recreation “Events” page at mypark.portagemi.gov for full category descriptions and complete contest rules.

Ping Pong League - Session 1

Ping pong is a great low impact sport suitable for any athlete! Meet new friends in our recreational ping pong league. Two 10-week sessions are offered. All games for both sessions will start at 6 and 7 PM. Registration for the first session will begin on August 2 and close October 1.

City Hall Exhibition: Winter Holidays

There are many winter holidays celebrated around the world. Find out how different cultures and countries celebrate to bring families together, honor and create traditions. December 3 - 30.

Ranger Hike: Winter Solstice & Candlelight Vigil

Prepare for the Winter Solstice by letting the silent winter night take over your senses. Give thanks and reflect on the year’s memories with a candlelight vigil at the end of the hike.