ARPA | 2023 Conference & Energize Workshop

This year’s theme is “Inspiring  Creativity and Community”. Recreation and parks are the heartbeat of our  communities. Our spaces have the power to inspire creativity and bring  all people together in meaningful ways. However, recreation and parks  are more than just programs, places and activities; they are also about  art, culture, and community development. That’s why we are excited to  invite you to this year’s conference, which will have a special focus on  these vital aspects of our collective work. This conference is a  platform for recreation, FCSS, culture, and park professionals, elected  officials, and others within our sector who have an interest in  recreation, parks, art, culture, and community development to come  together and share their experiences, knowledge, and ideas.

With the theme “Inspiring Creativity  and Community” this conference is an excellent opportunity for everyone  interested in making a positive impact on their community. It is a call  to action for us to think big, push boundaries, create unique  partnerships and collaborate with our community members.

The education program will cover the  diversity of the recreation and parks sector and will include content  that connects to a broad range of focus areas. Whether you’re interested  in trends in recreation programming, parks and open spaces,  environmental stewardship, or cultural and artistic programs, there will  be something for everyone.

Together, let’s inspire creativity in our communities and build stronger, more vibrant places to live, work, and play.