Carmen Flores Recreation Center: Josie De La Cruz Park

Carmen Flores Recreation Center: Josie De La Cruz Park Carmen Flores Recreation Center is located in Josie de la Cruz Park in the Fruitvale district of Oak This park used to be named Sanborn Park.

In the 1980's the park was going through tough times: gangs, drug dealers, drug addicts began hanging out at the park, even in the day time. Many families and children avoided the park. In the late 1990's the park was rebuilt and renamed. A new recreation center was built along with a soccer field, basket ball courts and an area for children to play. Now Josie De La Cruz Park is filled with children and families and people playing ball once again. The community center and park are named after the late Oakland residents and community activists Carmen Flores and Josie D. de la Cruz, who provided leadership to the Fruitvale community in areas of health, education and culture. The Carmen Flores Recreation Center is located in the heart of Oakland’s Fruitvale district. Diverse recreational programs are offered at low cost for tiny tots, youth, teens, adults and seniors. The center and park feature an industrial sized kitchen, multipurpose room, fully equipped computer lab and an artificial multipurpose field. Current renovations to the park include full basketball court, new entry way, a track, lighting, and landscaping which was completed in Fall 2011. We have a team of bilingual staff and a friendly atmosphere. Our programs are designed to expose our community to new activities that help participants find their passion in life. Oakland is our playground, so Come Out and Play the OPR Way! Facility and Park amenities include; Industrial size kitchen, multipurpose room, meeting room space, computer lab, stage, basketball courts, artificial turf multipurpose field with lights, and community garden.

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Join us for Soccer Skills & Drills this September at Carmen Flores Rec Center! 🥅⚡A fun way for youth to build skills, ma...
09/05/2025

Join us for Soccer Skills & Drills this September at Carmen Flores Rec Center! 🥅⚡
A fun way for youth to build skills, make friends, and stay active after school.

03/24/2025

Parks are for play, community and gathering and Carmen Flores worked to make sure every child in Oakland had access to those opportunities. 🏀📚

Carmen Flores worked tirelessly to expand youth recreation programs in Oakland. Her leadership led to the creation of the Carmen Flores Recreation Center, a hub for sports, after-school programs, and cultural celebrations in Fruitvale. Because of her, generations of families have safe and welcoming spaces to enjoy. 🌱



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🌟 Meet Our Staff! 🌟We’re thrilled to introduce our dedicated playgroup team at Carmen Flores Recreation Center—MaryJane ...
09/19/2024

🌟 Meet Our Staff! 🌟

We’re thrilled to introduce our dedicated playgroup team at Carmen Flores Recreation Center—MaryJane (MJ) and Jose! 🎉 They are passionate about creating a fun and nurturing environment for our little ones.

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 AM to 12 PM for our free playgroup program, where kids ages 0-5 can play, learn, and prepare for kindergarten!

Come say hi and see what makes our playgroup special! We can’t wait to meet you! 💖

🌟 **Attention Parents of Achieve Alligators ** 🌟Need a fun and safe place for your kids on professional development days...
09/19/2024

🌟 **Attention Parents of Achieve Alligators ** 🌟

Need a fun and safe place for your kids on professional development days? Check out **Schools Out Rec In** at the **Carmen Flores Recreation Center**!

📅 **Dates:** See Dates Above
💰 **Cost:** $35 per day/per child
📍 **Location:** 1637 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

Your kids will enjoy exciting activities, games, and more while you take care of your day!

For more info and to sign up, contact us today! 🏃‍♂️🎉

🌟 Join us for Creek to Bay Day! 🌟📅 Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024🕘 Time: 9:00 AM📍 Location: Carmen Flores Recreation...
09/18/2024

🌟 Join us for Creek to Bay Day! 🌟

📅 Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Carmen Flores Recreation Center at Josie De La Cruz Park, 1637 Fruitvale Ave.

Let’s come together to clean up our beautiful park and make a positive impact on our community. Your hands can make a difference—see you there! 🌿💪

📢 Join us at Carmen Flores Recreation Center for a Food Drive! 📢🗓️ Date: August 28⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMWe are giving...
08/09/2024

📢 Join us at Carmen Flores Recreation Center for a Food Drive! 📢

🗓️ Date: August 28
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

We are giving out food to support our community and ensure everyone has access to nutritious meals. Register by scanning the QR code.

📍 Location: 1637 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

Spread the word and see you there! ❤️

Address

1637 Fruitvale Avenue
Oakland, CA
94601

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Saturday 6:30am - 7:30pm
Sunday 2pm - 5pm

Telephone

(510) 535-5631

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