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Bryan Park and Mills Pools, Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad Open May 24 for the 2025 Season

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Bryan Park and Mills Pools will open the Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad on May 24 for the 2025 season. The community foundation and local Parks and Recreation department collaborate to enhance recreational offerings in Bloomington, Indiana. Program Manager Hsiung Marler emphasized the importance of providing accessible outdoor spaces for families. The event will feature various activities aimed at promoting community engagement and outdoor fun. This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to improve local parks and nature facilities, which have seen increased usage in recent years.

The community foundation aims to foster a sense of belonging among residents through such recreational projects. Local officials encourage families to take advantage of the vibrant atmosphere at the spray pad this summer. With the opening, Bloomington continues its commitment to enhancing quality of life through accessible leisure spaces.

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