Orono Parks & Recreation

09/16/2026

Pop-Up Event Today! 🚨🍿

Join us this afternoon at the Village Green behind the Orono Public Library, for some fresh popcorn! Stop by, say hi, and enjoy some popcorn while supplies last

See you there!

09/01/2026

🚨Fall Sports Registration ends later THIS WEEK 🚨

Don't miss your chance to participate this fall! Spots still remain - visit https://secure.rec1.com/ME/orono-me/catalog to register and learn more about each program.

Have questions about fall sports? Interested in volunteering to coach a team or officiate a game? - Reach out to Kevin Austin at [email protected] or 207-889-6912

See you on the fields 😎

08/30/2026

Join us for the Nickerson Pool's Last day of the 2026 pool season. We will have free ice cream while supplies last. Hope to see you here soon!

08/24/2026

08/20/2026

LAST CALL - If you haven't already, take a minute to fill out this short survey to voice what YOU think should happen with the former kiddie pool area at the Nickerson Pool. The survey will close forever next week, and planning will begin!
Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFsTvNH391vgCRV9zNyUGaINoEdkcXkXLmQEH5ynbVQYCoXw/viewform

Thank you to all who have completed the survey!

08/20/2026

🏑 Field Hockey registration is still open, and spots are still available 🏑

Come practice, learn, and make friends!

Head over to CivicRec and navigate to "Fall Programming" for more information and to register, or click the link below:
https://secure.rec1.com/ME/orono-me/catalog

If you have any questions about Field Hockey, please contact Kevin Austin at [email protected] or by phone at 207-889-6912

08/18/2026

📣 Cheerleading Interest Form 📣

We're currently exploring the possibility of offering a cheerleading program this upcoming winter, and we wanted to share the opportunity with families in our community!

We have put together a quick interest form to get a better idea of how many athletes may be interested before moving forward with our planning.

If you think you have an athlete who might be interested, please take a moment to fill out the interest form linked below!

08/17/2026

The Nickerson Pool will be open through Sunday, August 30th, which will be our final day of the season! 🏊‍♀️☀️

A huge thank you to our lifeguard staff for all their hard work throughout the summer, and to all of our wonderful patrons for making it a great season!

Come enjoy one last swim before we wrap up the summer. We hope to see you there!

08/10/2026

⚽ FALL SPORTS REGISTRATION IS LIVE! 🏑

Well, it's that time of year again ... time for fall sports! Join us this fall for our Parks & Recreation Field Hockey and Soccer programs!

Field Hockey: Grades 3-5
Soccer: Grades K-5

Whether it's your first time playing or you've been counting down the minutes to get back on the field, join us for a fun season of learning, practicing, and playing!

Have questions about youth sports? Interested in coaching or officiating? Contact Kevin Austin at [email protected] or (207) 889-6912

Head on over to https://secure.rec1.com/ME/orono-me/catalog to register and learn more!

See you on the fields!

08/07/2026

Need some gear for the upcoming fall season? This weekend is a perfect time to shop!

From August 7-10, enjoy an exclusive 20% off your entire purchase at Dick's Sporting Goods with the attached coupon.

Whether you're shopping for sports, fitness, outdoor gear, or even back-to-school essentials, now is a great time to stock up and save.

Be sure to bring the coupon with you at checkout - Happy Shopping!🛒