Around Brentwood
FROM THE DESK OF BRENTWOOD BOROUGH PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR , JIM ATTANUCCI cKeesport rentwood
CITY BRIEFLY OF MCKEESPORT BRENTWOOD NEWS
Brentwood Park is a 28-acre parcel of land located at the center of Brentwood Borough . The park was built in 1928 and has been expanded and modified to house many facilities . If you are looking for a place to create memories , enjoy the outdoors , exercise , socialize , with friends and family , look no further than Brentwood Park . The park boasts a variety of amenities that cater to different interests and needs . Whether you want to swim , play ball , or relax in the shade , this park has something for you . Visiting Brentwood Park is a great way to unwind and relax while enjoying the beauty of nature .
SWIMMING POOL - One of the highlights of the park is the swimming pool , which is open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day . The pool is heated , has lanes for lap swimming , a shallow area for kids , and a slide . The pool also offers adult swim times , water aerobics , pool parties , private swim lessons and movie nights . The concession stand is open during pool hours .
PLAYGROUND - The park features a state-of-the-art playground designed to be inclusive , accessible , and stimulating for everyone . The playground consists of a variety of swings , slides , and climbers that offer various levels of challenge for children with different abilities and interests .
BALL FIELDS - If you are a fan of baseball / softball , you will love the park ’ s four ball fields commonly referred to as Baseball Row . All four fields have bleachers , dug outs , home plates and base plugs . Two of the fields have electronic scoreboards and lights . The fields are well maintained by Brentwood Public Works . The fields are available to rent for tournaments , leagues , or casual games . The fields are the home of the Brentwood Athletic Association , stop by and support the Brentwood Athletic Association ’ s teams and players .
STADIUM FOOTBALL FIELD - If you prefer football , the park has a full-sized football field with artificial turf . The field is suitable for football and soccer . The field has goal posts , soccer goals , lights , press box and a PA system . The field is also available to rent for practices , games , and special events . You can also watch Brentwood High School Spartan football games on Friday nights and Brentwood Dukes football games on Saturdays in the fall .
PAVILIONS - If you are looking for a place to relax , picnic or celebrate you will love the park ’ s pavilions . The park has two pavilions that can accommodate your needs . The pavilions have tables , benches , grills , and concrete corn hole games . One pavilion has electricity .
EXERCISE STATIONS - The park has two exercise locations . The first station is in the stadium near the parking lot and the other location is near the playground . The stations have equipment such as chin up bars and sit up benches . The stations are designed
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to work different muscle groups and improve strength , endurance , and flexibility . DEK HOCKEY RINK - If you are looking for a fast-paced and exciting sport , you may want to try our dek hockey rink . The lighted rink is open year-round and has boards , nets , benches , and a scoreboard .
TENNIS COURT / PICKLE BALL COURT - The court is striped for both tennis and pickle ball . There is a permanent net for tennis and portable nets for pickleball . The court is open from 7:00 am to 11:30 pm . The court lights are on in the spring , summer , and fall months . Feel free to make Brentwood
Park tennis / pickleball court your home court .
BASKETBALL COURT - If you are a basketball fan you will enjoy the park ’ s basketball court . The court is made of asphalt and has two hoops , lines , and a fence .
GREEN SPACE - If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature , you will admire the park ’ s green space . The park has acres of green space that include grass , trees , and flowers . The green space is home to various wildlife . You can walk , jog , or sit on one of the park ’ s benches and enjoy the scenery .
EVENTS :
3 / 24 – Easter Egg Hunt 4 / 27 – Food Truck Round-Up 5 / 18 – “ Taking It to the Streets ” 5 / 25 – Swimming Pool Opens for 2024 6 / 22 – “ Taking It to the Streets ”
Borough Offices Closed : Good Friday – 3 / 22 / 24 Memorial Day – 5 / 27 Flag Day – 6 / 14 Independence Day – 7 / 4
Council Meetings All Meetings start at 7:30PM and are held at the Borough Building
APRIL : 4 / 18 - Agenda Council Meeting 4 / 25 - Regular Council Meeting MAY : 5 / 20 - Agenda Council Meeting 5 / 28 - Regular Council Meeting JUNE : 6 / 17 - Agenda Council Meeting 6 / 24 - Regular Council Meeting