Dottie Lynn Recreation Center

06/17/2026

👏💚 Congratulations to our very own Stan Norwood on being named Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture's Volunteer of the Month!

Stan's dedication to teaching and growing the game of pickleball has made a lasting impact on participants across Arlington. From helping beginners learn the fundamentals to creating a welcoming environment on the court, his passion for serving others shines through every day.

Thank you, Stan, for sharing your time, knowledge, and enthusiasm with our community! 🎾

This month, Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture staff and volunteers have nominated Stan Norwood as Volunteer of the Month! Thank you, Stan, for your dedication and passion for our Facility Programs and serving our Arlington community 👏💚

Stan is a passionate pickleball player with 16 years of experience. At 75, Stan is still loving the game and eager to share his knowledge with new players. He’s taught hundreds of beginners the rules, etiquette, and techniques of this fun and social sport!

05/26/2026

☀️ Passport to FUN has officially begun! ⚽🌎

From games and laughs to new friendships and unforgettable memories, Camp Dottie is ready for a summer full of adventure. 💙💛

This year we’re traveling the world one activity at a time — because it’s truly “A global summer, right here at home.” 🌍✈️

🎉 Huge shoutout to our FREE camp week giveaway winner, Vivian Witt! We can’t wait to spend the summer with you at Camp Dottie! 🥳

04/30/2026

🚨 Dottie Lynn families — don’t miss out, TODAY is your LAST chance!

📢 Register for Summer Camp at Dottie Lynn Recreation Center by the end of today to be automatically entered to win a FREE week of camp!

Sign up before May 1 for your chance to experience a global summer right here at home — packed with activities and adventures inspired by the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

⚽ One winner will be drawn at Dottie Lynn!

👉 Register now at NaturallyFun.org and secure your spot!

📢 Today is the FINAL day to register for Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture's Summer Camps with automatic entry into our giveaway for a FREE week of camp!

Register before tomorrow, May 1, and you will have the chance to win a week of camp at no cost and experience a global summer right here at home, with activities and adventure inspired by the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

We will have one winner drawn per center. Sign up for camp today at NaturallyFun.org to enter!

04/14/2026

Still thinking about what a great time we had at D***s & Drinks last Wednesday! 🏓✨

Thank you to everyone who came out, played, laughed, and made it such a fun afternoon—we love seeing our community come together like this!

Missed it or ready for more? Join us for Beginner Pickleball every Wednesday & Friday at 12 PM—perfect for learning the game, getting active, and meeting new people.

And don’t worry… 👀 we’ll be hosting another D***s & Drinks tournament social again soon—so stay tuned!

04/10/2026

The world's biggest ⚽ soccer stage is coming to Arlington this summer—and we want YOUR little star to join the action too! With FIFA World Cup 2026 headed our way, there's never been a better time to channel that soccer energy into an epic summer at Dottie! Register for summer camp before Register before May 1st and you're automatically entered to win one FREE week of camp. One name drawn per center—could yours be the one? Register today: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/arlingtonparks/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&date_after=2026-04-07&activity_keyword=summer%20camp&viewMode=list

03/27/2026

The Easter Bunny is back at Dottie today! 🐰💐

Bring your littles out for our Hoppy Tot Party from 10–11:30 AM and enjoy a fun Easter egg hunt, crafts, and activities. Don’t miss out—see you there! 🥚✨

03/25/2026

Big shoutout to our 18PLUSS crew for helping us prep crafts for our upcoming Hoppy Tot Party 🐰🎨

We’re getting everything ready for a fun morning filled with egg hunts, crafts, and activities—and there’s still spots left!

Don’t wait—sign up now and join us from 10:00-11:30 AM. After the egg hunt, kids can exchange their eggs at the Dottie Easter Market for fun goodies. 🍬🧸

Spots are limited—grab yours before they’re gone!

03/23/2026

Join us for our Hoppy Tot Party at Dottie Lynn! 🐰🌸

Enjoy a fun-filled morning with an egg hunt, crafts, bounce house, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny.

Friday, March 27
10:00–11:30 AM
$10 per child

This event is designed for ages 5 and under. All participants must be accompanied by a guardian (18+).

We still have spots available—register while you can at NaturallyFun.org

03/13/2026

✅ Elevator Update: Back in Service!

Our elevator is now back up and running. Thank you so much for your patience while it was temporarily out of service!

⚠️ Elevator Temporarily Out of Service

Our elevator is currently out of service. We’re working to get it back up and running as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience!

03/12/2026

⚠️ Elevator Temporarily Out of Service

Our elevator is currently out of service. We’re working to get it back up and running as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience!