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 209 NW 9 Court
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General Information
Acreage: 4.0
Park Hours: Sunrise – Sunset (lighted facilities open until 10:00 p.m.)
Amenities
Basketball courts, BBQ grills, fitness trail (1/4-mile, no exercise stations), horseshoe court, open play area, pavilions, racquetball court, restrooms
Historical Information
The park is adjacent to Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery. The Sara Sims Park and Sara Sims Cemetery property were originally purchased in conjunction with Palm Beach County Division of Housing and Community Development Division through their Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fund. The first phase of development took place in 1979. In 1987, the Palm Beach County Division of Housing and Community Development transferred two vacant buildings on the south side of NW 10 Avenue to the City to incorporate as part of the park.
Part of the as yet developed park at Sara Sims was designated as a cemetery in the early 1970's and plotted due to the necessity of relocating graves at Barton Memorial Park. There is still availability for gravesites at Sara Sims Cemetery and the thought is that this cemetery will become more popular when Boynton Memorial Park is no longer an option for burials. There is a wrought iron fence around the perimeter.
When the park was planned, the neighborhood decided that the active areas should be away from houses and located on the east side of the park and the passive areas should be located on the west side of the park. The Recreation and Parks Department worked with the neighbors to ensure their desires were met.
The park was improved and expanded in 1989 including landscaping and irrigation improvements, new fencing, racquetball courts, a drinking fountain, a pedestrian path, basketball courts, and lighting.
In 1993, Palm Beach County contributed funding through the Community Development Block Grant towards street improvements and park improvements with a portion of it used towards the addition of two lighted racquetball courts and additional playground equipment. These improvements were made in 1994. The construction costs were partially funded through the Palm Beach County Community Development Block grant. |
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Highlights
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Recreation and Parks Dept. Offers Surf Saturday and Paddle board Classes
At the Hula Surf School, surf lessons focus on surfing basics, surf safety, how to identify rip currents, lifeguard flags, tide changes, and proper use of equipment, as well as on-land training. Classes are for ages 6 and above and participants must know how to swim.
The Hula Surf School also teaches stand up paddle boarding lessons that focus on the basics . . . how to paddle, stand up, and turn. This sport is a great way to be on the water and improve your physical conditioning! Classes are for ages 15 and above and participants must know how to swim.
Classes are held on Saturdays, April 16 and 30 and May 7 and 21 from 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Fee is $31 for non residents and $25 per resident per class and includes instruction and all necessary equipment. The CPR certified professional surf staff makes safety the number one priority.
These two popular classes are held at Oceanfront Park, located at 6415 North Ocean Blvd. For more information, call 742-62367. To register, please visit Intracoastal Park Clubhouse or call 561-742-6650, Tu. – Sa., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Sand Sifters Schedule 2011-12
Oceanfront Park, A-1-A
2011-12
Sat.,February 4, 2012
Sat., March 3, 2012
Sat., April 7, 2012
Sat., May 5, 2012
Sat., June 2, 2012
Sat., July 7, 2012
Sat., August 4, 2012
Sat., September 1, 2012
Sat., October 6, 2012
Sat., November 3, 2012
Sat., December 1, 2012
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Boynton Announces Adopt a Park Program
The Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department is announcing a new Adopt a Park Program. The purpose of this program is to enlist the community's involvement with selective maintenance within a park in order to maintain a clean park environment for all to enjoy. For more information, please call 742-6225 or send an email to shea@bbfl.us.
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Cabana Rentals at Oceanfront Park!
Oceanside Beach Service has recently set up a cabana service at Oceanfront Park. You can now rent a lounge chair and umbrella to make your experience at the beach even more enjoyable. Prices range from $3.00 per hour for a lounge chair and umbrella to $30 a day for two loungers and an umbrella.
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