Education & Enrichment

COLOR THE PARK

Do your kids enjoy painting? Would they like to try it on a large scale? Then they will have a great time at Color the Park! Make some art. Make a mess. Have a blast! Age: 5-12 CR Fee: $4.50 NCR Fee: $9.50 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 14572 Jun 25-Jul 9 F 10am-11am

ALL ABOUT A GARDEN

Planting the seed of knowledge and encouraging healthy habits while learning all about a garden. Come and unleash your green thumb! This program will be held entirely outdoors, with physical distancing between each participant. Participants should bring a water bottle and wear closed-toe shoes. A hat and sunglasses are recommended. Age: 5-11 CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 14580 Jun 23-Jul 28 W 12pm-1pm

BUILDERS ACADEMY

In this outdoor class, young minds will be encouraged to use problem-solving and creativity to accomplish tasks given each week. Projects will be S.T.E.M. based, and participants will be able to take their new creations home to show off their skills to family and friends. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 15156 Aug 6-Aug 27 F 4:30pm-5:30pm

CROSS STITCH FOR BEGINNERS

Looking for a fun and easy way to help reduce your child’s stress, improve their focus, and boost their creativity? Why not try cross stitch? This one-hour class will teach your child the basics of cross stitch through guided instruction and simple, hands-on practice. Along with foundational tips and tricks, they will also come away with supplies they can use to start their next cross stitching project at home! Participants are asked to bring a blanket or beach towel to sit in the grass while working on their projects. Preregistration is required and space is limited. Age: 10-13 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 15329 Aug 5 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT

PAMPER YOUR POOCH

It’s no secret that dogs bring our families so much love and joy. Your child will have a chance to return the favor when they participate in this fun class. During this hands-on program, your child will work on two exciting DIY projects they can bring home to your family pooch: 1) A bag of homemade, no-bake dog treats and 2) a “snuffle basket” toy to entertain your pup and keep their mind active and engaged. Participants are asked to bring a blanket or beach towel to sit in the grass while working on their projects. Preregistration is required and space is limited. Please be aware that dog treat recipe uses peanut butter. Age: 8-11 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 15328 Aug 19 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm

PARKSON PLAY PACKS

Looking for fun enrichment activities to do at home this summer? Parkson Rex has something for you - Parkson Play Packs! Each kit contains materials and instructions for eight different activities. Kits can be picked up from Campus Hills Recreation Center or Edison Johnson Recreation Center. Registration is required, per child. Registrants will receive an email with pick-up instructions. Dates and times listed are for pick-up only. Activities will be done on your own. Age: 5-12 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER FUN IN THE SUN Fee: $5 15038 Jun 12 Sa 2pm-5pm MESSY ART Fee: $10 15039 Jul 10 Sa 2pm-5pm CAMP-OUT AT HOME Fee: $5 15040 Jul 31 Sa 2pm-5pm

VIRTUAL MAKERS MONDAY

Bring out your inner artist. Enjoy creating DIY style projects virtually. Participants will enjoy making handmade crafts and creations and others will not believe you “Did It Yourself”. Supplies will need to be picked up from Edison Johnson Recreation Center Friday July 9. Participants will receive an email with instructions. Age: 6-12 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 14573 Jul 12 M 11am-12pm 14574 Jul 26 M 11am-12pm

VIRTUAL JR. CHEFS

Join us virtually to learn how to make quick and healthy snacks with fresh fruits and vegetables. Supplies will need to be picked up weekly from Edison Johnson Recreation Center on the Friday before each class. Participants will receive an email with instructions by July 27. Age: 8-12 CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 14579 Aug 2-Aug 23 M 6pm-7pm

CAR MAINTENANCE 101

Do you know the difference between buying and affording a car? This program will help you understand the difference. Come out and get some hands on experience on how to change a tire, detail your car, properly maintain a car along with other basic maintenance needs that will make affording a car little easier. Age: 13-18 CR Fee: $3 NCR Fee: $8 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 13734 Jun 26 Sa 12pm-2pm

VIRTUAL CHILL AND PAINT

Let’s have fun and chill and paint! Join us virtually and create your very own masterpiece! Supplies will need to be picked up from Edison Johnson Recreation Center on Thursday, July 19. Participants will receive an email with instructions. Age: 13-18 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 14577 Aug 4 W 1pm-2pm

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT

VIRTUAL DIY DIVAS

Hey divas, do you enjoy creating DIY-style projects? Join us virtually and enjoy making handmade crafts and creations that others will not believe you “Did it Yourself.” Supplies will need to be picked up from Edison Johnson Recreation Center on Thursday, June 17. Participants will receive an email with instructions. Age: 13-16 CR Fee: $3 NCR Fee: $8 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 14989 Jun 21-Jun 28 M 1pm-2pm

My Durham Teen Programming

"For Teens, Built by Teens,” that’s how we roll! Durham Parks and Recreation offers free, drop-in programming and activities Monday-Friday for all teens between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. From gardening, video game tournaments, and indoor hockey to park clean-ups, crafts and job readiness, we are providing a place for the teens in our community to have fun, hang out, and be active!

For more information about the My Durham locations and program times being offered this year, please visit the Teen page on our website at DPRPlayMore.org.