Free outdoor fitness classes this fall Published on July 29, 2025 Autumn is the perfect time to get back into a fitness routine. The Lenexa Rec Center will help you Fall Back to Fitness with a select number of free Group X classes held outdoors Sept. 22–26, 2025. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Parks & Recreation
Rec Center Spotlight: Barbara McCarthy Published on July 25, 2025 In 1963, Lenexa Rec Center member Barbara McCarthy graduated from high school at a time when there was a nationwide shortage of teachers. Read how her passion for building, creating and being active never slowed down. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Parks & Recreation
Teachers invited to enjoy free Group X fitness classes Aug. 18–22 Published on July 18, 2025 The Lenexa Rec Center will offer free access to Group X fitness classes for all teachers during the first full week of school, Aug. 18–22, 2025. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Parks & Recreation
Meet the Farmers Market staff: Ava Wiebe Published on July 01, 2025 Ava Wiebe has joined the Lenexa Farmers Market family as a market attendant on Saturdays. On weekdays, she also works as a summer camp counselor for Lenexa Parks & Recreation. Tagged as: , Farmers Market
Fire safety during travel Published on July 01, 2025 It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of exploring new places when traveling, but don't overlook fire safety. Here are some key fire safety tips to help you stay safe while on the go. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Fire
Ways to weigh in on 2026 Budget Published on June 25, 2025 Lenexa’s mayor and city council recently began review of the 2026 Recommended Budget. Next year’s proposed financial plan is designed to create harmony between the community’s priorities, mixed economic indicators, a newly renewed revenue source and further reduction in the property tax rate. Tagged as: , Budget, Get Involved
Sip into summer at the Lenexa Farmers Market Published on June 25, 2025 Boy, howdy, is it hot out there! Play it cool with these drinks from vendors at the Lenexa Farmers Market. Tagged as: , Farmers Market
Donate cool, fun bandages for kids this July Published on June 24, 2025 During July 2025, the City of Lenexa will collect new donated boxes of cool, fun bandages to benefit kids undergoing medical treatments. Tagged as: , Get Involved
Get ready to sweat, stretch and shout "Bingo!" Published on June 20, 2025 This July, the Lenexa Rec Center is turning your workouts into a game with Group X fitness bingo. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Parks & Recreation