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City of Corpus Christi Labor Day Holiday Schedule

The City Corpus Christi offices including City Hall, libraries and Municipal Court will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.


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The City of Corpus Christi offices including City Hall, libraries and Municipal Court will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

The following is a list of City Services and their schedule for Labor Day:

Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront: A new addition to “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” is a free 5K along the scenic Bayfront this Saturday, September 5, 2020 at 7:30 a.m. The 5K is limited to 50 participants and will follow COVID-19 safety guidelines. Check-in is at The Water’s Edge, 402 S. Shoreline Boulevard. There are also free fitness classes, plus a Kid’s Zone from 8am -11am. Don’t forget to register online at www.cctexas.com/safefunfit.

Solid Waste Department:

  • Garbage Collection:        Monday, September 7: NO change in schedule.                                           

  • Recycling Collection:      Monday, September 7: NO change in schedule.  

  • Heavy Brush Collection: Monday, September 7: Will NOT be collected.            

  • Transfer Station:              The Citizen Collection Center located at the J.C. Elliott Transfer Station will be closed Monday, September 7.   

Animal Care Services: 

  • Open Saturday, September 5, adoptions by appointment only, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Call 826-4606 or 826-4633 to make an appointment!

  • Closed Monday, September 7

Public Libraries:

  • Closed Monday, September 7

  • Will reopen Tuesday, September 8 at 10 a.m.

The following Labor Day schedule will be observed at City Parks and Recreation Facilities:

Golf Courses:

  • Lozano Golf Center – OPEN

  • Oso Golf Course - OPEN

Tennis Centers:

  • H-E-B Tennis Center –     CLOSED Labor Day

  • Al Kruse Tennis Center – CLOSED Labor Day

Public Pools:

  • Collier Pool: OPEN Saturday & Sunday, September 5 & 6, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Monday, September 7, Lap Swim 5 a.m. – 7:30 a.m., and 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Open Swim 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

  • Natatorium: OPEN Saturday & Sunday, September 5 & 6, Open Swim 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Monday, September 7, Lap Swim 5 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.; and 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

To comply with COVID-19 health protocols, pools will offer:

  • Open swim based on 50% of pool capacity, on a first come first serve basis.

  • When entering the facility, all visitors will have their temperature checked and must wear a mask and any time while on the pool deck area.

  • Masks are not required when in the pool swimming.

  • Any visitor with a temperature of 100 or above will not be permitted to enter the facility.

  • Patrons must adhere to the 6 feet of physical distancing on the pool deck.

  • For lap swim, lane sharing is not permitted, and swimmers must stay in their lane.

The summer season ended August 9, 2020 for:

  • Greenwood Pool

  • H-E-B Pool

  • Oso Pool

  • West Guth Pool

Splash Pads:

  • Bill Witt Park: OPEN Saturday, Sunday & Monday, September 5, 6 & 7, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

  • Salinas Park:  OPEN Saturday, Sunday & Monday, September 5, 6 & 7, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

  • Lindale Park:  OPEN Saturday, Sunday & Monday, September 5, 6 & 7, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

To comply with COVID-19 health protocols at splash pads, follow CDC recommended guidelines for social distancing.

Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center:

  • Walking Trails and Playground - OPEN daily, dawn to dusk.

  • Restrooms – CLOSED Saturday through Monday, September 5 – 7

  • Learning Center – CLOSED

Senior Centers: CLOSED

Recreation Centers: CLOSED

After Hour Kid Power (Formerly Latchkey): CLOSED

Gymnasiums: CLOSED

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Pickleball Program for Men and Women

The simple game rules make Pickleball easy to learn and play at any age. The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will offer its Pickleball program for men and women ages 18 and up this fall.


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CORPUS CHRISTI – The simple game rules make Pickleball easy to learn and play at any age. The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will offer its Pickleball program for men and women ages 18 and up this fall! This indoor sport will be held Tuesday through Thursday from 9am–11am, beginning on September 8, 2020, at the Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway. Pickleball is a fun way to get active!

Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis.  The game is played using paddles volleying a plastic ball with holes, like a whiffle ball but slightly smaller, on a badminton-sized court with a modified tennis net. Games can be set up for singles or doubles.

REGISTER ONLINE now through September 7 at https://register.ccparkandrec.com/ for only $30 per month per person. The daily drop-in option is not offered. For more information, call (361) 826-3588 or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (SPORTS).

New health and safety procedures have been implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Face masks are required in the gym, except while playing the game on the court. Players will have their temperatures taken at the door prior to sign-in. Bring your own equipment. Hand sanitizer will be available. No spectators will be allowed. Visit Play It Safe Covid-19 Updates for additional restrictions and safety guidelines which apply.

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