Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department Volume 8, Issue 4 - A Glimpse of this Month’s Activities April 2015 Events Spotlight CARRBORO OPEN STREETS Look For: *NEW DATE* Sunday, APRIL 12 Do you want to be part of a growing movement, and enjoy a day of free activities with your family, friends and neighbors? Then don’t miss Carrboro Open Streets! Bike, walk, skate, dance and play in a traffic-free public space closed to cars that day. Downtown Carrboro All Ages VOLLEYBALL DROP-IN YOUTH DANCE & CREATIVE MOVEMENT 10:00am-2:00pm FREE POETRY ON YOUR PLATE POET’S OPEN MIC Thursday, APRIL 16 Celebrate National Poetry Month with a few wonderful poets reading from their works. Bring your dinner or enjoy a snack provided by the Recreation Department and coffee from Open Eye Café, and feast on poetry! Century Center 6:30-8:30pm Ages: 16+ FREE KEEP CARRBORO BEAUTIFUL VOLUNTEER DAY! Saturday, APRIL 18 Bring the family out to help clean-up the Town of Carrboro and prevent trash from entering our local streams. Bring work gloves and dress to be outside. Meet at the Century Center at 9:00am. Clean-up supplies provided. Scout groups and youth groups are welcome to participate. Contact (919) 918-7364 to register your family or group. Century Center All Ages CARRBORO ANNUAL KITE FLY 9:00-11:00am FREE Sunday, APRIL 19 Celebrate National Kite Flying Month by flying a kite! This welcometo-spring event provides plenty of fun. Bring a kite and help fill the skies with color! A few kites will be available for those without one. This event will be cancelled if it is raining. Hank Anderson Park All Ages FIRST TEE KEEPING KIDS ON COURSE 1:00-3:00pm FREE Summer 2015 Brochure will be available mid-April. LOLLIPOP SERIES SUMMER CAMPS Inside this issue: 2 VOLUNTEER INFO UPCOMING EVENTS 2 3-4 SPORTS PAGE 5 YOUTH CLASSES 5 TEEN SCENE 6 FAMILY FUN 7 ADULT CLASSES 8-9 ACTIVE LIFE DAY TRIPS / 10 GOLDEN TRAILS INCLUSION/PEOPLE 10 WITH DISABILITIES SUMMER CAMPS 11-12 For more info on these & other events contact 919-918-7364 or visit http://carrbororec.org Go Online at www.carrbororec.org or visit the Century Center Follow us on Twitter @CarrboroRecPark Registration begins on May 7th for Carrboro residents & May 8th for all others. Now on Facebook! www.facebook.com/ carrbororec Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 2 May 2014 The Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department offers a variety of VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES throughout the year. At this time, the Department is currently recruiting volunteers to work a number of positions which include: Athletic Coaches - Youth Flag Football (Aug - Oct) Athletic Coaches - Fall Baseball (Late Summer/Early Fall) Athletic Coaches - Fall Girls Volleyball (Late Summer/Early Fall) Special Event Assistant - Carrboro Open Streets (April 12th) Special Event Assistant - Carrboro Day (May 3rd) Special Event Assistant - Fishing Rodeo (June 6th) If you have an interest in volunteering for any of the above positions or other opportunities, please click HERE for more information and to complete a Volunteer Interest and Skills Information Form. For additional Information, please contact our offices at (919) 918-7364. Sunday, MAY 3 Join neighbors and friends and celebrate the unique qualities that make our town special. Plenty of family activities including story sharing, live music, food vendors, poetry, crafts and interactive family games. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a leisurely day at the park. For more detailed information visit: www.CarrboroDay.com This event will be cancelled if it is raining. Carrboro Town Hall 1:00-6:00pm All Ages Free FREE FRIDAY NIGHT FLICKS! Friday, MAY 22 Bring your blanket to Century Hall for fun family movie night! Children under 12 will not be admitted without a parent or guardian present. No Registration Required. Century Center All Ages Free Carrboro Recreation and Parks 100 North Greensboro St. Carrboro NC 27510 Offices located in the Century Center 6:00pm - Doors Open 7:00pm - Disney’s “TOY STORY 3” Phone: 919-918-7364 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm Office closed on major holidays Email: RecParks@townofcarrboro.org Website: http://carrbororec.org Follow us on Twitter @CarrboroRecPark Facebook: www.facebook.com/carrbororec Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 3 April 2015 The Sports PageS Instructional CLASS - Baseball TENNIS Youth Tennis (Intermediate) Wilson Park Tue/Thu, Apr 14 - Apr 30 5:00-6:00pm Ages: 9-14 $39 Adult Tennis (Intermediate) Wilson Park Tue/Thu, Apr 14 - Apr 30 6:15-7:15pm Ages: 16+ $39 Saturdays, Apr 11 - May 2 9:00-10:00am Ages: 4-6 $47 Children and parents learn the fundamentals of baseball as the instructor guides both to understand the skills of throwing, catching, fielding and hitting. Home practice is encouraged. Parent participation is a major part of this program. The First Tee Keeping Kids on Course Hank Anderson Park Open Field Wednesdays, Apr 8 - May 13 5:30-6:30pm Ages: 7-12 $10 Lunchtime Tennis (Beginner) 4 week program that introduces the game of golf. Mainly SNAG (Starting New At Golf) equipment will be used in teaching the basics with The Nine Core Values through fun & engaging activities. Parent/Child Events Free Youth Fishing Clinics Hank Anderson Park Pond Saturday, April 11 9:00-11:00 am Ages 5-15 Free Saturday, May 2 9:00-11:00 am Ages 5-15 Free Supplies furnished. Bring a pole if you have one. Parents welcome. Call (919) 918-7364 to register. Wilson Park Tue/Thu, Apr 14 - Apr 30 11:30am-12:30pm Ages: 16+ $39 Lunchtime Tennis (Intermediate) Wilson Park Tue/Thu, Apr 14 - Apr 30 12:30-1:30pm Ages: 16+ $39 Senior Tennis Day Wilson Park Wednesday, April 8 9:00-11:00am Ages: 50+ Free Free Youth Disc The First Tee - Core Program This is an eight-week program starting with the “PLAYer” Level that pairs golf skills with The First Tee Life Skills. This program is a unique experience for young people to be introduced to the game of golf. For more information, please visit www.thefirstteetriangle.org Golf Clinics Hank Anderson Park Disc Golf Course Saturday, April 25 10:00am-12:00pm Ages: 6-15 Free Participants will learn rules, etiquette, the basics of throwing discs, and tips and techniques. All discs provided! Call (919) 918-7364 to register. Sports Programs continued on page 4. Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 4 April 2015 The Sports PageS Leagues Openings are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration forms must be completed & signed by a parent or guardian. Please note youth athletic programs have various AGE CUT-OFF DATES that are used to determine a participants playing age. Adult Co-Rec Softball Team Registration CLOSED Hank Anderson Park Late March to June Ages: 16+ $505-$625/team ($200 Non-Refundable Deposit/per team to register) Teenage Baseball Ages: 13-15(as of Aug 31, 2014) $60 for Orange Co. Residents; $88.24 for Non-Orange Residents. Players are encouraged to form teams by school or with friends. School team players are also encouraged to form teams. Note: Final fee will be based on number of teams & league format. Non-Orange County residents are required to pay the $28.24 Out-Of-County fee to participate. Teams play 1-2 games each week on Tue and Thu evenings. Regular season will be followed by a double-elimination tournament. . Volleyball Drop-In Grey Culbreth Middle School Apr 2 - May 14 Tue/Thu 7:00-10:00pm Ages 16+ $3/participant/night *15 & Under may attend w/adult Individuals who are interested in possibly being picked up by existing teams may email Charles Harrington at CHarrington@townofcarrboro.org Drop-In programs allow participants the opportunity to play in an informal setting and to meet others of similar sporting interest. Contact the Rec. and Parks Dept. at 918-7364 for specific scheduling information. This is not a comprehensive listing, but a highlight of events and courses offered each month. For more information and future event/course listings, visit us at: carrbororec.org Please call the main office with questions (919) 918-7364. Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 5 April 2015 Youth Classes Toddler Preschool Playtime Century Hall Tuesdays, Apr 7 - Jun 2 10:00-11:30am Ages: 1-5 $3 at the door Dance & Creative Movement Century Center Mondays, Apr 6 - May 11 Ages: 3-4 3:15-4:00pm Ages: 5-10 4:00-5:00pm $54 Carrboro Youth Council Contact 919-918-7370 for info or to reserve a space at the next meeting The Youth Council provides a creative outlet for the youth of the community and provides a voice and input for future recreation programs & events. Meetings at Century Center Wednesday, April 15 7:00-7:45pm Ages: 12-17 Free Kid’s Kitchen Century Center Tuesdays, Apr 7 - Apr 28 4:00-5:15pm Ages: 7-11 $55 Babysitting Training Century Center Thursday, April 30 4:00-7:00pm and Friday, May 1 4:00-6:00pm Ages: 11-14 $68 Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 6 April 2015 LOLLIPOP SERIES Century Center Hall Wednesday, April 22 10:30-11:30am All Ages $3 Circus Daze with Jots and Sonshyne The circus is coming to town! Jots and SonShyne, professional clowns of Circus Daze will be performing a one hour show which includes juggling, magic, animals and more! With over 35 years in family entertainment experience and origins in the Ringling Brothers and Barnum Bailey Circus, you don’t want to miss this! Kids of ALL ages will be entertained! FAMILY FUN SUNDAY Century Center Hall Sunday, April 26 2:30-3:30pm All Ages $3 EXPLORE RHYTHM Family Jam No experience is needed for this evening that will emphasize fun and community spirit over technique. All levels are welcome. Experience t he power of rhythm with a group. Some drums will be provided as well as other musical instruments, but bring your own if you can. For more information see www.CircusDaze.com. Poet’s Open Mic Night Join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month for a night where poets can engage with others and share the power and diversity of poetry. This event is staged to provide the venue for people to celebrate, to share, and to encourage the writing, reading, and listening of poetry. Open Eye Café (in Carrboro) Tuesday, April 7 7:00-9:00pm Ages 15+ Free JAM SESSION SERIES Century Center Hall Friday, April 24 7:00-8:30 pm All Ages $3 Nia Dance Jam Come experience the pleasure of Nia, the hottest fusion fitness technique in mind-body wellness! For all levels and ages, Nia is a joyful and exhilarating practice that combines dance, martial arts, yoga, and self-healing. For one and 1/2 hours, licensed Nia instructors will guide you through a collage of movement to uplifting universal music. Discover the Joy of Movement, a "no-pain" technique that is The Body's Way! Join us! Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 7 April 2015 Mind, Body and Soul BREAKFAST with an EXPERT Listen to local experts discuss their field of knowledge while enjoying fresh hot coffee, fruit and or muffins courtesy of the Recreation and Parks Department. EAT LOCAL, EAT HEALTHY! CARRBORO FARMER’S MARKET Thursday, April 16 9:30-11:00am Century Center Ages: 16+ Free Spring into healthy eating! Carrboro Farmers' Market manager Erin Jobe will share some great tips for shopping and eating locally this spring. Sample healthy recipes, learn about what local farmers are growing, & get the inside scoop about the Market! CO-SPONSORED by *Register at the ArtsCenter or www.artscenterlive.org Introduction to Digital Photography Century Center Wednesdays, Apr 16 - May 21 6:00-8:30pm Ages: 18+ $137 Public ($124 Friends) (+$5 for materials) Advanced Digital Photography: Composition & Camera Considerations Century Center Wednesdays, Apr 22 - May 20 6:00-8:30pm Ages: 18+ $115 Public ($104 Friends) Photography Workshop: Manual Exposure Century Center Friday, April 24 5:30-8:00pm Ages: 18+ $27 Public ($24 Friends) Indian Cooking Century Center Tuesdays, May 5 - May 19 6:00-9:00pm Ages: 18+ $83 Public ($75 Friends) (+$40 for food) Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 8 April 2015 Mind, Body and Soul Orange County Senior Games Senior Tennis Day Join us for this fun tennis event! Bring a friend or two and meet other tennis players from this area, join in a game of doubles and win prizes! Light refreshments will be provided to all participants. Please bring a racquet if you have one. Wilson Park Wednesday, April 8 9:00-11:00am Ages: 50+ Free The Rec. & Parks Depts of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, & the Orange Co. Dept on Aging are local sponsors. Athletic Events April 7 - April 23 Ages: 55+ Registration began in Dec & ends Mar 20th SilverArts April 7 - April 29 SilverArts is a juried show held at the Seymour Center NEW for 2015: Performing Arts Competition & Celebration of Athletes & Artists SENIOR GAMES INFORMATION: call Latonya Brown, Senior Games Coordinator at 919-245-4270. Bingo Must call (919) 918-7364 to register. Century Center Thursday, April 9 2:00-3:30pm Ages: 50+ Free VIBRANT REMEMBRANCES: Exemplary Memoirs Century Center Friday, May 1 2:00-3:30pm Ages: 50+ Free with DR. LISA ALDRED at Covenant Place Game Days At Covenant Place CO-SPONSORED WITH COVENANT PLACE Come exercise your body and mind. You will have the opportunity to exercise indoors with Nintendo 'Wii', play board games and cards. No experience needed. Thursday, April 23 1:00-2:00pm Ages: 50+ Free Thursday, May 21 1:00-2:00pm Ages: 50+ Free SILVERARTS INFORMATION: call Cydnee Sims at 919-245-4250. This class will look at works that exemplify the various components of a memoir. James McBride vibrantly depicts his childhood in The Color of Water as he simultaneously uncovers the secrets of his mother's, while also addressing issues of race & antiSemitism. Lillian Hellman's Pentimento, demonstrates character development in memoir; each chapter is a character sketch of someone important in her life. Depiction of an historical moment is exemplified by Joan Didion's, The White Album, a memoir chronicling the events and issues of the late 1960s. Maxine Hong Kinston's, The Woman Warrior, artistically explores cultural roots and gender roles. The highlighting of setting and location is masterfully created by Ernest Hemingway in A Moveable Feast, a portrait of expatriate writers & artists in 1920s Paris. Thursdays Ages: 18+ 10:00-11:00am Free April 16 May 14 Active Life Programs continued on page 9. Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 9 Mind, Body and Soul Canoe/Kayak Trip - Bynum Upriver Paddle OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH April 2015 Fishing Trip or Hiking at Lake Michael Park, Mebane, NC Haw Slopes State Natural Area, in Bynum, has a diversity of habitats, and rare & ancient plants can be found along the Join us for a fun morning of fishing or hiking at Lake Michael Park, Mebane, NC. In order to fish you must have a valid shore. Great blue herons, belted king-fishers, Canada geese, NC Fishing license, which can be purchased at Wal-Mart. red-tail hawks & eagles are commonly seen while paddling. Occasionally, deer, beaver and muskrats present themselves. Bring your rod and reel, fishing gear, bait and a lunch. If you would prefer to just hike this is a great park to explore! Flat-water upriver of the dam is especially well-suited for They even have paddle boats you can ride. We have a both the beginner and anyone interested in nature. The trip few rods and reels available for loaners. There are snack concludes with lunch at Allen & Son BBQ in Pittsboro. available at the information center on site you can purchase. Wednesday, April 15 9:15am-2:00pm Ages: 50+ $32 Meet at Town Hall Parking Lot Kayak Paddle & Patio Party Monday, April 27, 2015 9:00am-2:00pm Ages: 18+ $6 Meet at Town Hall Parking Lot Cinco de Mayo Party OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH Enjoy a leisurely two to three hour paddle on the Upper Haw River. This afternoon guided river trip ends with a visit to Grove Vineyards & Winery, where guests sit back and enjoy a Patio Pizza Party with a dinner consisting of pizza, salad and a beverage of your choice. A relaxing afternoon on the water followed by a memorable winery experience is a wonderful way to spend a day. Friday, May 1, 2015 9:15am-3:00pm Ages: 50+ $52 Meet at Town Hall Parking Lot We are having a Fiesta at the Carrboro Century Center. Come toast Mexican culture during our Cinco de Mayo Party! Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico's victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla On May 5, 1862. Bring your friends and enjoy authentic Mexican music and wonderful food. RSVP to 919-918-7364 by April 29, 2015. Century Center Tuesday, May 5, 2015 1:00-3:00pm Ages: 50+ Free Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Page 10 April 2015 Golden Trails Historic Yates Mill Pond Trails Walk In Pre-Registration Only Come explore the trails at the Historic Yates Mill Pond in Raleigh, We will be walking all three trails Millpond, High Ridge and Creekside. In addition, there will be time to explore the parks visitor center. We will not be taking a tour of the mill this trip. Tuesday, April 21, 2015 8:30am - 12:30pm Ages: 18+ $4 Town Commons Parking Lot Photo by Gary Craig, www.flickr.com, creativecommons.org Inclusion / People with Disabilities Carrboro Recreation & Parks offers programs specifically designed for individuals with developmental and multiple disabilities, including mental health, but anyone and everyone are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun! Join us as we have a guided Barnyard tour to learn about numerous animals. In addition, we will be taking a narrated hayride that goes around the perimeter of the farm and through the middle. The ride stops at 4 locations. The driver gets off and narrates info about the specific locations. We will conclude our trip with ice cream. Monday, April 13 3:00-5:00pm Town Hall Parking Lot Ages: 15+ Fee: $12 Memorial Day Party Join friends for fellowship and fun while dancing, playing games or designing your own flag. Don't forget to wear your RED, WHITE & BLUE. Refreshments will be provided. Monday, May 11 7:00-8:30pm Century Center Ages: 15+ Fee: $3 Carrboro—A Palette of Programs Note: N EW Start Page 11 Times! fo of our r many April 2015 camps Summer Camp Corner: THEME Camps Theme Camps 7th Registration Begins January Age is determined by the start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 deposit (non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. Remaining balance must be paid by May 15th or you will lose your space. Registration after May 15th requires all payments in full. Advanced Mountain Biking Camp Jul 6 - Jul 9 Mon-Thu, 8:00-11:30am Ages: 13-17 $105 Outdoor Challenge Week Outdoor Adventure Skills Camp OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HAW RIVER CANOE & KAYAK COMPANY Jun 22 - Jun 26 Daily, 1:00-5:30pm Ages: 11-16 $195 Art Extravaganza Jun 22 - Jun 26 Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm Ages: 6-9 $100 Rock Band Aug 3 - Aug 7 Daily, 1:00-3:00pm Ages: 11-17 $165 Outdoor Challenge Week Jul 6 - Jul 10 Daily, 1:30-5:30pm $105 LIMITED Space, so register early! (Ages 9-12) NEW! Scientific Discovery Jun 15 - Jun 19 Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm Ages: 6-9 $105 *Youth will be transported daily to Haw River Canoe & Kayak Company in Saxapahaw by van *Youth will be transported daily to Haw River Canoe & Kayak Company in Saxapahaw by van Jul 6 - Jul 10 Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm $110 Jul 20 - Jul 24 Ages: 3-5 $105 OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HAW RIVER CANOE & KAYAK COMPANY (Ages 6-8) Jul 13 - Jul 17 Ages: 3-5 $105 Kayaking Camp Jul 27 - Jul 31 and/or Aug 3 - Aug 7 Daily, 8:30am-1:00pm Ages: 10-16 $195 Jun 22 - Jun 26 Ages: 4-5 $105 Jul 6 - Jul 10 Ages: 3-5 $105 LIMITED Space, so register early! Kinderventures: Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm Jun 15 - Jun 19 Ages: 4-5 $105 Mountain Biking Camp Jun 15 - Jun 18 Mon-Thu, 8:00-11:30am Ages:11-16 $105 NEW! JEDI Engineering with LEGO Jun 22 - Jun 26 Daily, 8:30-11:30am Ages: 5-7 $165 NEW! Explore the Outdoors Jul 20 - Jul 24 Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm Ages: 9-12 $120 NEW! JEDI Master Engineering with LEGO Jun 22 - Jun 26 Daily, 12:00-3:00pm Ages: 8-12 $165 Extreme Drama Camp Jul 20 - Jul 24 Daily, 1:30-4:30pm Ages: 11-16 $105 Pre Engineering: Mine, Craft, Build using LEGO Jul 27 - Jul 31 Daily, 8:30-11:30am Ages: 5-7 $165 Engineering FUNdamentals Mine, Craft, Build using LEGO Jul 27 - Jul 31 Daily, 12:00-3:00pm Ages: 8-12 $165 NEW! International Exploration Jul 13 - Jul 17 Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm Ages: 6-9 $100 Goin’ Green With Artful Antics Jul 27 - Jul 31 Daily, 7:30am-12:30pm Ages: 6-9 $100 Page 12 April 2015 To enrich the leisure needs and quality of life for our citizens. CARRBORO RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT Summer Camp Corner: SPORT Camps Sports Camps Registration Begins January 7th Age is determined by the start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 deposit (non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. Remaining balance must be paid by May 15th or you will lose your space. Registration after May 15th requires all payments in full. Tennis Camps Mon-Thu Field Hockey Jun 15 - Jun 19 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 10-13 $90 Taste of Sports Jun 15 - Jun 19 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 6-9 $90 Jul 20 - Jul 24 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 9-12 $90 Fishing Camp Jun 15 - Jun 19 Daily, 2:30-5:00pm Ages: 8-12 $85 Jun 22 - Jun 25 8:30-11:30am Ages: 9-13 $80 Jul 20 - Jul 23 8:30-11:30am Ages 8-12 $80 Baseball Jul 13 - Jul 17 Daily, 8:30-10:30am Ages: 6-8 $60 Jul 6 - Jul 10 Daily, 2:30-5:00pm Ages: 8-12 $85 Jun 15 - Jun 18 8:30-11:30am Ages: 9-13 $80 Jul 13 - Jul 16 8:30-11:30am Ages: 9-13 $80 Advanced Fishing Camp Aug 3 - Aug 6 Mon-Thu, 2:00-5:00pm Ages: 10-14 $105 Ultimate Frisbee Jun 22 - Jun 26 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 10-13 $90 Basketball Jul 20 - Jul 24 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 6-8 $90 Jul 27 - Jul 31 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 9-11 $90 Volleyball Aug 3 - Aug 7 Daily, 8:00-11:00am Ages: 10-13 $90 The Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department Offers On-line Registration. Visit carrbororec.org and click on the RecConnect Online Registration symbol. Carrboro Recreation and Parks 100 North Greensboro St. Carrboro NC 27510 Offices located in the Century Center Phone: 919-918-7364 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm Office closed on major holidays Email: RecParks@townofcarrboro.org Website: http://carrbororec.org Follow us on Twitter @CarrboroRecPark Facebook: www.facebook.com/carrbororec
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