Limited Polliwog Park reopening draws a limited crowd in Manhattan Beach

Sculptor RJ Rench's "Red Circle" and a park ranger overlook a largely empty Polliwog Park. Photo

Sculptor CJ Rench’s “Red Circle” and a park ranger overlook a quiet Polliwog Park Saturday afternoon .Photos

Polliwog Park reopened Saturday. But the children’s play equipment was fenced off. The dog run, botanic garden and Historical Museum cottage were closed. And the “Red Circle,” which  sculptor C.J. Rench said is meant to “connect” people, was wrapped in yellow caution tape. Restrooms and the parking lot also remained closed. The popular park was closed last month to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Signs remind park vistors to socially distance.

In announcing the “limited reopening,” a city press release cautioned, “The park may be closed again in the event the rules are not observed.” Signs throughout the park reminded visitors to wear masks and socially distance.

The rules weren’t difficult to observe. Despite warm weather, only a few dozen people were in the 18-acre park early Saturday afternoon.  Some were picnicking, but most were families in masks walking along the path that circles the pond. ER

Karla Truax and Turbo, of Redondo Beach, had the park largely to themselves Saturday afternoon.

Polliwog Park’s playground equipment remained fenced off during the “limited” reopening.

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