2016 Guide to Martensville | Page 35

Our Neighborhood Parks The City of Martensville has numerous neighbourhood parks that we are very proud of. The development and care of parks within Martensville is an ongoing priority for the community and are an attractive feature of the quality of life Martensville offers. Tree Planting and Bench Dedication Programs The City of Martensville offers a Tree Planting and Bench Dedication Program for individuals or groups who wish to purchase a tree to be planted, a bench or picnic table. The tree planting program is designed for specific areas of Martensville. These areas include parks/ playgrounds, pathways, sporting fields, Centennial Drive and the Civic Centre. The program is meant to beautify Martensville public areas while offering individuals or groups a chance to honor or commemorate a person or event. For details about the tree planting program, contact the Recreation and Community Services Department. The bench dedication program features walkway benches or picnic tables that can be purchased by individuals or groups wishing to sponsor, advertise, memorialize or commemorate an event or person. The City of Martensville has designated specific areas in the city for bench dedications and picnic tables. For details about the bench dedication program, please contact the Recreation and Community Services Department. Andrea Kaminskas Park Andrea Kaminskas Park is located on the west end of 2nd Street South. This park is perfect for those with little ones. There are plenty of play structures to entertain the kids. Lions Park / Spray Pool Lions Park is located at 416 6th Avenue South and is a popular park for family gatherings, with plenty to offer for young and old. This park features a newly renovated Spray Park with 17 different spray features and concrete basin. The Spray Park opens the first weekend in June and runs until the September long weekend. Hours of operation are 10am8pm. Plenty of green space is also available for a variety of games including frisbee, catch, bocce ball and much more. The playground was expanded to include equipment for ages 3-12 years. 35