Get Involved and Make a Difference!

Ready to lend a helping hand? Volunteer with Kirkwood Parks today! Visit our volunteering page to learn more about opportunities to give back to your community.

Meet Your Kirkwood Parks and Recreation Team!

We're here to help! Check out our amazing staff below and find out who can assist you with your parks and recreation needs.

Still unsure who to contact? No worries! Give us a call at 314-822-5855 or shoot us an email at webtrac@kirkwoodmo.org. We're always here to help!

Community Center Front Desk
314-822-5855
webtrac@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Pavilion and Picnic Site Reservations,  Activity Registrations, General Information

Performing Arts Center Front Desk
314-759-1455
theKPAC@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Ticket Sales, Rental Information, General Information

Trish Nelke, Recreation Manager
314-822-5859
nelkepa@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Community Center,  Robert G. Reim Theater, Lions Amphitheater, Food Trucks and External Special Events

Sarah Bavlsik, Volunteer Coordinator
314-984-5993
bavlsisk@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Volunteering

Stephanie Mata, Recreation Manager
314-984-6966
 matasm@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Adult/Youth/Senior Sports, Tennis; Athletic Field Rentals

Jake Pohlman, Recreation Manager
314-822-5862
pohlmajw@kirkwoodmo.org

Contact for: Day Camp, Fitness Classes, Youth Theater, Legacy Memorial Program 

Scout Adams, Recreation Manager
314-984-5938
adamssa@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Aquatic Center Swim Lessons,  Programs, Parties, Private Rentals and Special Events, Senior Trips

Terri Johnson, Inclusion Coordinator
314-835-6157
tjohnson@desperesmo.org
Contact for: ADA modifications and inclusion into programs

Elizabeth Crabtree, Performing Arts Center General Manager
314-822-5813
crabtrea@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Performing Arts Center

Ken Davies, Ice Rink Manager
314-984-6989
daviesks@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Ice Rink, Ice Rink Rentals, Rink Party Room, Ice Skating Lessons

Pete Laufersweiler, Superintendent of Parks
314-822-5897
Lauferpj@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Park Maintenance

Sebastian Kaiser Parks Horticulturist
314-984-6981
kaisers@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Park Plants and Trees

Ron Hall, Head Park Ranger
314-822-5826
hallrf@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Ranger Services, Outdoor Programs

Sherry St. Onge, Recreation Superintendent
314-822-5857
stongess@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Aquatic Center admissions and operations

Kyle Henke, Director of Parks and Recreation
314-822-5856
henkekk@kirkwoodmo.org
Contact for: Park Board Liaison, Greentree Festival, Arts Commission