Activities open to all

A vision years in the making was realized on March 31, 2025, as Sisters Park & Recreation District (SPRD) officials officially cut the ribbon on the district’s new community center. The center is located at the former site of Sisters Elementary School at 611 E. Cascade Ave. In 2024, SPRD entered into a long-term lease agreement with the Sisters School District to repurpose the former elementary school into a community center.

Construction of the fitness studio, restrooms, and commons area was completed by Bremik Construction. 

Volunteers from Kiwanis, Rotary, and community members put in something like 500 hours on renovation efforts on two multi-purpose rooms. In addition to the multi-purpose rooms, there is a new fitness studio; two ADA-compliant single-user restrooms; and a revamped commons area, designed as a welcoming gathering space. The gym is open for daytime drop-in public use. Wednesday evenings feature pickleball, and there are evening volleyball and basketball opportunities.

The opening of the new community center is exciting news for locals — and for visitors to the Sisters community as well.

“Our programs and drop-in activities are open to all,” noted SPRD Executive Director Jennifer Holland. 

A pre-k play area is open to the public outside SPRD childcare hours. Drop-in gym use is available.

This summer, SPRD will be renovating the grounds around the center for an expansive community park.

“That is going to be a highlight for people passing through town,” Holland says.

Probably the most exciting aspect of that development is the addition of eight new outdoor pickleball courts. Places to play that popular sport are in high demand, and Holland says that SPRD’s courts are expected to be operational this fall.

For information on SPRD programing, visit https://sistersrecreation.com.