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Desert Recreation District Announces New GM
Dr. Gabriel Martin Joins the DRD Team

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Gabriel Martin, whose career has centered on service to residents, strengthening community partnerships, and building inclusive programs and places that bring people together.  Throughout his career, he has worked closely with parks and community services teams, overseeing cross-department initiatives, facilities planning, and partnerships to expand access to safe, high-quality recreation. He brings a proven track record of leading teams and collaborating with city, county, nonprofit, and private partners to enhance quality of life across diverse communities.

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SEP-DEC 2025 Activity and Program Guide
It's live here on the website!

A glowing blue cover for the Desert Recreation District’s “Activity & Program Guide – Vol. 3: The Ultimate Edition,” celebrating the district’s 75th anniversary. At the top is a jeweled crown-style “75 Years” logo. The large number “75” fills the center of the page and is made up of colorful photos of community activities—children playing sports, families at events, arts and crafts, fitness, and outdoor recreation. The bottom of the cover reads “Activity & Program Guide” with the months September, October, November, and December 2025 listed below. The background features star-like lights and a spotlight effect.

Our September–December 2025 Activity and Program Guide is officially in the mail — so keep an eye on your mailbox!

Even better, the guide is now live on our website in a brand-new interactive flip book format. You can easily flip through pages right on your screen, download a copy to your device, and even click directly from the guide to register for classes in just one step.

From fall sports and fitness to aquatics, senior activities, youth programs, and family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.

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Elevate Your Every Day: Art & Music
4th Video in Series

Elevate Your Every Day: Art & Music

Our fourth installment of Elevate Your Every Day shines a spotlight on the Arts & Music activities offered through Desert Recreation District—and the many ways these creative outlets enrich our lives.

We provide a wide variety of opportunities for those interested in exploring their artistic side. Learn to play guitar, take piano lessons, or discover the joy of visual expression in one of our art programs. If movement inspires you, we also offer dance classes ranging from ballet to belly dancing to Salsa.

Elevate Your Every Day Logo. The word “ELEVATE” in bold black and orange letters, with the letter “A” formed by an upward-pointing arrow. Below it, a bright orange rectangle contains the phrase “YOUR EVERY DAY” in white hand-drawn lettering.

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Palm Desert’s Skatepark
At Civic Center Park

Palm Desert’s Skatepark

Palm Desert’s Skatepark in Civic Center Park is the perfect spot to skate. DRD’s Skateboarding instructor Leslie Rodriguez tells us all about this park. There are Advanced and a Beginner sections of the park and it is well lit at night, perfect for skating when the sun goes down. Let’s skate!

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Lifeguards Needed!
Ready to make a splash?

Lifeguards Needed

Applicants must:

Be age 16 or older.

Possess strong swimming skills.

Pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard course.

 

Pre-Qualification Workshops Every Saturday
12pm-1pm
Fritz Burns Pool in La Quinta

Lifeguard Courses held:
April 16-18 Cathedral City High Pool
April 23-25 Pawley Pool
April 25-27 Pawley Pool
May 16-18 Pawley Pool

Course fee: $250, scholarships available