City Of Tulsa Pools Close For Kids, Open For Dogs

Tulsa city swimming pools will be closing this week in anticipation of the back-to-school season, the Parks and Recreation Department announced Tuesday. They will briefly reopen for some animal events after the children are gone.

Schedule for closings:

• Lacy: August 6
• McClure, Whiteside, Berry: August 9
• Reed: Already closed

Reed and McClure pools will host two events for dog owners this weekend.

The annual K9 splash will take place at Reed pool on Saturday, August 10 from 2:30 or 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Reed Community Center, 4233 South Yukon.

The McClure pool K9 Splash will be from 2:30 or 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, August 11. Tickets can be purchased at Hicks Community Center, 3443 South Mingo.

Dogs must have current shots and be on a leash while entering or leaving the pool area. Tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance of the event.