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1. When are the AARP at the Hughes Center to help with taxes?

The Arkansas Association of Retired Persons (AARP) are at the Hughes Center to assist people with filing their federal and state taxes beginning in February and ending the middle of April. Days of operation are Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The AARP is a volunteer group that assist many people each year with free e-filing. Please visit them at the Hughes Center if you have any questions:
1000 East Parkway
Russellville, AR 72801

2. When does Hickey Pool open?

The pool opens each year on Memorial Day. Call 479-968-6612 for more information.

3. What is the phone number to Hickey Pool?

The phone number to Hickey Pool is 479-968-6612.

4. How do I reserve Hickey Pool for a private party?

The department begins reserving the pool for private parties on the first working day in May. Reservations may be made at the Hughes Center (1000 East Parkway) during business hours, (7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday). Since a rental fee is required to hold a date no reservations can be made over the phone. For convenience, complete the reservation form (PDF) and bring it to the Hughes Center.

There are limited dates available for pool parties. The pool has an hourly rental fee of $50 per hour (2 hour minimum). There will be a $10.00 charge per hour for lifeguards.

5. Where can I purchase a season pass to Hickey Pool?

You may purchase a season pass for $75 at the Hughes Community Center, located at 1000 East Parkway, during the office hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

6. How do I reserve a pavilion at a city park?

To reserve a pavilion you can click this link or you can stop by the Parks Department office located in the Hughes Community Center at 1000 East Parkway to complete a rental form (PDF) and pay the rental fee. Fees are $35 for half days (8 a.m. - 3 p.m., or 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.), or $50 for all day (8 a.m. - 10 p.m.). If not reserved, pavilions may be used free of charge on a 1st come 1st serve basis.

7. Where are the city pavilions located?

The city currently has 9 pavilions. They are located in the following parks:

• City Park - 915 E. B St.
• Hickey Park - 1312 E. 16th St.
• Hickey Pool - 1312 E. 16th St.
• James School Park - 807 W. 4th Place
• Pleasant View Park - 3595 N. Arkansas Ave.
• Soccer Complex - 901 Lock and Dam Road
• Sequoyah Park - 1805 W. 12th St.
• Shiloh Park - 3405 N. Arkansas Ave.
• Washburn Park - 1185 Lakefront Drive
• There are 2 pavilions located in Hickey Park

8. Where do I call to reserve a pavilion at Old Post Park?

Old Post Park is operated by the Corps of Engineers, and the number to call to reserve a pavilion is 479-968-7962.

9. How do I reserve a practice field?

Reservations for practice fields at Shiloh Park and Pleasant View Park are taken at the Hughes Center, 1000 East Parkway, during the office hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. The department begins taking reservations each year as soon as the weather permits. The current fee is $15 for a 90 minute practice. Reservations are taken for the current week and for the following week. You may book only 1 practice per week.

10. When do I register a team for softball?

The department usually registers summer softball teams in March, and fall softball teams in July. Dates for registration are posted on the city's online calendar.

11. What if I do not have a team but still want to play?

You may request that your name and phone number be placed on an "orphans list." The list is posted in the Hughes Center office where coaches may look when they need a player. Call 479-968-1272 for more information.

12. How do I find out if my City League ball game is rained out?

You may call 479-890-PARK (7275) after 4 p.m. to find out about City League games. You may also check the River Valley Softball (RSVL) page on Facebook for information on rainouts and rescheduling of rained out games.

13. How do I join the weight room located in the Hughes Center?

To join the weight room you must complete a membership form (PDF) and pay the monthly fee of $15. There are no signup fees or contracts. Application for membership must be done during the office hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday at the Hughes Center
1000 East Parkway
Russellville, AR 72801

Only members are allowed into the weight room. Age requirements are as follows:

• 14 & 15 year olds must have a parent to work out with them and a signed underage waiver.
• 16 & 17 year olds must have a signed underage waiver.
• There are no restrictions for anyone 18 or older.