Social Activities

Provide the community with a positive experience that will benefit them emotionally, socially, and/or educationally.

PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES

PICASSO BABIES

Help your preschooler discover their inner Picasso as they explore the exciting world of art and crafts. Participants will make several keepsake items and learn the skills to create their very own masterpieces! Parents must participate with their child. HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER Age: 3-5 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $6.25 17235 Sep 3 Sa 10am-10:45am 17236 Oct 1 Sa 10am-10:45am 17237 Nov 5 Sa 10am-10:45am 17238 Dec 3 Sa 10am-10:45am Age: 2-4 CR Fee: $11.25 NCR Fee: $16.25 CFLRC AT LYON PARK 17288 Sep 14-Nov 16 W 10am-10:45am

TOTAL TOT TIME

Come and play with your children in the gym! The emphasis of this program is placed on socialization with parent and child as well as on socializing with other 1-5-year-olds. Play with a parachute, crawl through tunnels, jump rope, bowl, or just play tag! Age: 1-5 No Cost EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 17109 Sep 6-Dec 15 T,Th 10:15am-12:15pm WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 16993 Sep 2-Dec 30 M,F 10:15am-12:15pm

TOTS ‘N’ TUNES

Instruments and music will be used to engage your toddlers, while teaching them social/emotional learning skills. Music, props, and dance games are tools to keep their minds and bodies active. Parent participation greatly encouraged. Age: 4 and under CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11 W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17159 Sep 7-Sep 28 W 10am-11am

PRESCHOOL OPEN PLAY

Does your toddler need a change of play scenery? If so, bring them by W.D. Hill to experience our preschool open play. A variety of equipment will be available for your toddler to interact with. Age: 1-4 No Cost W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17177 Sep 12-Dec 19 M 10am-12pm

“A” IS FOR AUTUMN

Falling leaves, pumpkin pies, autumn colors delight my eyes! Join your toddler for a fall-themed scavenger hunt, craft, and refreshments on the first day of autumn. Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 17091 Sep 22 Th 11am-12pm

Put on your PJs, grab your favorite blanket or snuggle toy, and join us for a day time pajama party! We’ll read bedtime stories, play silly games, make a special craft, and have a bedtime snack. Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 17289 Sep 29 Th 11am-12pm HOLIDAY COOKIE DECORATING

Get your preschool child into the holiday spirit by creating some holiday cookies that taste as good as they look. Baked cookies will be ready for your child to decorate using icing and sprinkles. WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER Age: 3-5 CR Fee: $1.25 NCR Fee: $6.25 17361 Oct 1 Sa 11am-11:45am 17362 Dec 10 Sa 11am-11:45am

VAMP IT UP!

Calling all friendly vampires, ghosts, and goblins. You are invited to a costume party! Dress in your Halloween best and enjoy some spectacular games, crafts, and fun. Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 17092 Oct 31 M 11am-12pm

DIAS DE LOS MUERTOS

Dias de los Muertos is a lively celebration of life and the memory of family members. Join us to learn about this tradition with music, crafts, and treats. Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 17311 Nov 1 T 11am-12pm

MESS MAKERS

Parents will pair with their preschooler for arts, crafts, music and movement. Get energized moving to the music. Have fun and explore your inner artist with markers, paint, glitter and glue. After each class you will have a project to take home. Age: 1-5 CR Fee: $4.50 NCR Fee: $9.50 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17073 Nov 15-Dec 6 T 5:45pm-6:30pm

GOBBLE TILL YOU WOBBLE

Thanksgiving is a special holiday; a whole day focused on spending time with loved ones and being thankful! Join us for some fun turkey day activities with your loved ones. You’ll be thankful you did! Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 17093 Nov 16 W 11am-12pm This year, avoid the long lines at the mall and bring your kids to meet Santa at our recreation center. We will provide a digital photo of each child with Santa, cookies and milk, and a holiday art project. You may bring your own camera for additional photos. Ho, ho, ho! Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 17286 Dec 7 W 10am-11am 17287 Dec 7 W 6pm-7pm

COOKIE CREATIONS

It’s the holiday season, so get in the holiday spirit listening to holiday tunes and creating fun holiday cookies. Baked cookies will be ready for your child to decorate. Age: 2-5 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 17094 Dec 14 W 11am-12pm

YOUTH AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES

ADVENTURES WITH LEGOS

Adventure with Legos will give children from ages 7-12 the opportunity to create Lego projects. In order to participate, registrants must have completed first grade by the start of the program. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $10.75 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 17232 Sep 6-Oct 4 T 6pm-6:45pm 17233 Oct 18-Nov 15 T 6pm-6:45pm 17234 Nov 29-Dec 27 T 6pm-6:45pm

BEYBLADE TOURNAMENT

Beyblade is a line of spinning-top toys. Do you want to show off your Beyblade skills in a fun environment? Join us for a Beyblade Tournament at W.D. Hill Recreation Center. Please bring your own Beyblade. Age: 5-12 No Cost W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17162 Sep 10 Sa 11am-12:30pm

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Bring your entire family to movie night at Campus Hills. We will enjoy popcorn, drinks, and a movie that the entire family will enjoy. Sit back, relax, and let us entertain you for the evening. Doors open at 5:30, Showtime is at 6 p.m. No Cost I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 17300 Nov 4 F 6pm-8pm 17301 Dec 2 F 6pm-8pm Fun Caravan is all about highlighting the fun, games, and exciting offerings at your local parks. Fun Caravan is a mobile recreation program that brings recreation to communities throughout Durham by providing a variety of fun, active, and recreational experiences for families with children up to 12 years old. The program offers a variety of unstructured activities in the park. All children must be supervised by a caregiver at least 16 years old. Weather permitting, we will be at a park near you! Age: 12 and under No Cost NORTHGATE PARK 17209 Sep 28 W 1pm-3pm

FUN FRIDAY FOR HOME SCHOOLERS

Do you know any children that are homeschooled and are interested in having access to a gymnasium for free play? We will provide all of the supplies needed for you and your child to have a great time and get some exercise. Adult supervision is needed for children to participate. Age: 5-12 No Cost W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17172 Sep 2-Dec 16 F 10am-12pm

HANG TIME

Want a place to chill, relax, and kick back? Come hang out or participate in both physical and leisure activities in a safe structured environment. Youth will have access to the computer lab, game room, gym, video games, pool table, air hockey, ping pong, Facebook, Twitter, and more! Age: 5-12 No Cost WEAVER STREET RECREATION CENTER 17265 Sep 1-Dec 30 M-F 3pm-6pm

HOLIDAY CARD CREATIONS

Cards are a traditional way to spread joy during the holidays. We will provide the materials for you to make holiday cards for your friends and family. Follow one of the various holiday templates, or create a design of your own! Get ready to be in the holiday spirit! Age: 5-12 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 17290 Dec 1 Th 5:30pm-6:30pm

HOLIDAY COOKIE DECORATING

Get into the holiday spirit by creating some holiday cookies that taste as good as they look. Baked cookies will be ready for your child to decorate using icing and sprinkles. WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER Age: 6-12 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 16997 Oct 22 Sa 11am-12pm 16998 Dec 17 Sa 11am-12pm

Time to turn up with painting, popular music, dance and conversation! Enjoy an evening of art projects and the most popular music that kids listen to. Spaces go fast for this course so get yours ASAP. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $11 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 17228 Sep 19 M 6pm-7:30pm 17229 Oct 17 M 6pm-7:30pm 17230 Nov 21 M 6pm-7:30pm 17231 Dec 19 M 6pm-7:30pm

OPEN REC

Come out and participate in a variety of recreation activities. Age: 7-18 No Cost CFLRC AT LYON PARK 17263 Sep 1-Dec 22 M-Sa 6pm-8:30pm

OPEN ROLLER SKATING

Do you enjoy roller skating? If so, come join us at W.D. Hill Recreation Center for open skate. Drop-in fees apply and payment, if applicable, will be taken on-site. Please bring your own skates. Age: 5 and up No Cost W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17166 Sep 7-Sep 28 W 5:30pm-7:30pm

LOUNGIN’ AROUND

Come lounge around with your friends! Play video games, board games, watch sports or your favorite movies, or just chill out and relax! Age: 13-17 No Cost HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 17245 Sep 1-Dec 27 M,T,Th,F 3pm-5pm

TEEN NIGHT

Have nothing to do on a Friday? Looking for a safe and relaxing atmosphere? Look no further! Come out to play basketball, video games, surf the Internet, learn to dance and much more. Participants 18 years old will be asked to present a valid high school ID in order to participate. Age: 13-17 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $5 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 17223 Sep 2-Dec 30 F 6pm-9pm W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17171 Sep 2-Dec 16 F 6pm-9pm CFLRC AT LYON PARK 17262 Sep 2-Dec 16 F 6pm-8:30pm WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 16990 Sep 9-Dec 30 F 6pm-8:30pm This job fair is for teens who are new to the work force. This workshop is designed to help teens develop resumes, interview skills, learn proper dress attire, and bring awareness of how volunteering can translate into work experience. The participants will be able to set up a follow-up with staff to go over and discuss their resumé and look over job applications with them. Age: 13-18 No Cost WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17054 Sep 16 F 6pm-8pm

TEEN NIGHT: GLOW IN THE DARK DODGEBALL

Remember the days of playing dodgeball? Now is your chance to play it again, but in the dark! Come out and enjoy a fun new way of playing glow-in-the-dark dodgeball. Individuals and teams are welcomed to participate in this high-energy dodgeball game. At least four, no more than six, players on a team. The first half of the event will be round robin play followed by a single game elimination tournament. Come out and see what all the excitement is about! Age: 13-18 No Cost WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17056 Nov 4 F 6pm-8pm

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.

#MYDURHAM

Come participate in a variety of fun activities including billiards, foosball, darts, and board games. Age: 13-19 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $5 WEAVER STREET RECREATION CENTER 17266 Sep 1-Dec 30 M-F 7pm-9pm Sa 10am-2pm

MATURE ADULT ACTIVITIES

ARTS AND CRAFTS

If you are interested in tapping into your creative side, we are offering various arts and crafts opportunities for mature adults, ages 55 and better. Instruction is provided; your only expense is the supplies. No experience necessary. Age: 55 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $16.25 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 17029 Sep 6-Sep 27 T 11am-12:30pm 17030 Oct 4-Oct 25 T 11am-12:30pm 17031 Nov 1-Nov 29 T 11am-12:30pm 17032 Dec 6-Dec 20 T 11am-12:30pm

BINGO

Stop in and enjoy playing bingo with others who love the game. Age: 55 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $17 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 16969 Sep 7-Sep 28 W 10am-12pm 16970 Oct 5-Oct 26 W 10am-12pm 17025 Sep 7-Sep 28 W 10am-12pm 17026 Oct 5-Oct 26 W 10am-12pm 17027 Nov 2-Nov 30 W 10am-12pm 17028 Dec 7-Dec 21 W 10am-12pm Line dance refers to a range of choreographed routines danced in a group without partners. It’s a great workout for the body and mind; participants will learn a limited number of basic level dances. Comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes are suggested. No prior experience is required. Age: 55 and up CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17044 Nov 2-Dec 7 W 9am-10am 17048 Sep 7-Oct 12 W 9am-10am

TUESDAY CARD GAMES

Experience a fun card game in a relaxing and congenial atmosphere. See familiar faces and also make some new acquaintances. Age: 55 and up No Cost WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17331 Sep 6-Dec 27 T 4:30pm-8:30pm

FRIDAY CARD GAMES

Experience a fun card game in a relaxing and congenial atmosphere. See familiar faces and also make some new acquaintances. Age: 55 and up No Cost WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17330 Sep 2-Dec 30 F 4:30pm-8:30pm

Thank you to our Bimbe Sponsors!

There are lots of things we can do when we “Get Together.” This program is planned based on your interests and feedback. Anything from a checkers tournament, guest speaker or discussion group, to movie and popcorn. Your help in planning and leading is always welcomed, so “Lets Get Together!” Age: 55 and up No Cost CFLRC AT LYON PARK 17269 Sep 6-Sep 27 T 12:30pm-1:30pm 17270 Oct 4-Oct 25 T 12:30pm-1:30pm 17271 Nov 1-Nov 29 T 12:30pm-1:30pm 17272 Dec 6-Dec 20 T 12:30pm-1:30pm W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER 17167 Sep 6-Dec 22 T,Th 10am-12pm ORCHARD PARK 17326 Sep 6-Sep 27 T 12pm-1:15pm 17327 Oct 4-Oct 25 T 12pm-1:15pm WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 17328 Nov 1-Nov 29 T 12pm-1:15pm 17329 Dec 6-Dec 13 T 12pm-1:15pm

MATURE ADULT GAME DAY!

There will be a little something different each session. Bingo and board games; an introduction to the basics of pickleball; friendly fun on the basketball court showing off our skills; a lively review and discussion on the impact of the mid-term elections; sharing our gifts to make the holidays brighter for others; and a chance to celebrate the holidays with family and new friends. Age: 55 and up No Cost WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER BASKETBALL SKILLS CONTEST 17344 Oct 27 Th 10am-12pm MATURE ADULTS GIVE BACK: MAKE THE HOLIDAYS BRIGHTER FOR OTHERS 17346 Dec 1 Th 10am-12pm HOLIDAY EDITION 17347 Dec 15 Th 10am-12pm