My Durham Teen Programming

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.

Teen Open Rec

Come participate in a variety of fun activities including billiards, foosball, darts, and board games.

Age: 13-17

CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $5

W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER

18958 Sep 2-Dec 30 Sa 11:30am-2pm

WEAVER STREET RECREATION CENTER

18924 Sep 5-Dec 29 M-Sa 7pm-9pm

Video Game Lounge

Do you think you’re the best gamer in Durham? Come put your skills to the test at W.D. Hill Recreation Center. We will have a different tournament each week to determine who is the best gamer. Games that will be featured are Madden and NBA 2K.

Age: 13-18

CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $5

W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER

18969 Sep 1-Dec 29 F 6pm-8pm

Mature Adult

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. This month, we’ll focus on crocheting.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $14

HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER

LET’S GET TOGETHER!

There are lots of things we can do when we “Get Together.” So 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

CFLRC AT LYON PARK

Dominoes

Dominoes for seniors is a very helpful way to help stimulate brain activity, since it requires focus, attention, concentration and the use of strategy techniques. Dominoes is a family of tile-based games played with gaming pieces commonly known as dominoes. So if you're interested, come out and fellowship and enjoy a game of dominoes!

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $7.25

HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER

Movies At Holton

Come enjoy a day at the movies. Movies will be played in the auditorium.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $5

HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER

Movies At Walltown

Come enjoy an afternoon at the movies. Movies will be played in our Mature Adult room. Light refreshments will be served.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $3 NCR Fee: $8

HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER

WHAT’S THAT AND WHY SHOULD I EAT IT?

Come join us to learn about the health benefits of various fruits and vegetables. Cooking tips, recipes and other educational materials will be provided.

Age: 55 and up No Cost

CFLRC AT LYON PARK

Introduction To Piano

Mature Adult Trips

LET’S HAVE LUNCH: CHAPEL HILL

Some people describe Chapel Hill as a “little slice of heaven.” Some describe it as where “Duke’s dreams go to die.” Mature Adults are invited to have lunch at a Chapel Hill restaurant. Participants will be notified of the venue and menu prior to the outing. Transportation to and from the restaurant will be provided and each participant will be responsible for his/her/their meal costs.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

18989 Oct 19 Th 11am-1:30pm

LET’S HAVE LUNCH: DURHAM

No matter what you crave, Durham is a “foodie town.” The cuisine ranges from old Durham stand-bys to up-and-coming places that are tantalizing. Mature Adults are invited to have lunch at a select Durham restaurant. Participants will be notified of the venue and menu prior to the outing. Transportation to and from the restaurant will be provided and each participant will be responsible for his/her/their meal costs.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

18990 Sep 18 M 11am-1:30pm

LET’S HAVE LUNCH: RALEIGH

Raleigh is where it is sometimes a challenge to define what the state government is up to, what the State Fair is serving up, and if the Wolfpack is having an up or down season. Mature Adults are invited to have lunch at a select Raleigh restaurant. Participants will be notified of the venue and menu prior to the outing. Transportation to and from the restaurant will be provided and each participant will be responsible for his/her/their meal costs.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

18991 Nov 13 M 10:30am-2pm

Nc State Fair

The entertainment, rides, food and fun -- it is fair time once again. Join us for Senior Day at the NC State Fair. There will be giveaways and all of the usual fair experiences! Fair admission (only) is free for ages 65+. All others must pay admission charge at gate. Admission does not include rides, exhibits, food, etc.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

18988 Oct 17 Tu 8:30am-2pm

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

This is a perfect introduction to piano and music for those who have little to no experience or need a review of the very basics. You will learn how to read music, find notes on the piano and other essentials so you can begin playing pieces.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18763 Nov 7-Dec 12 T 9:30am-10:30am

We support Inclusion

Southern Supreme Fruitcake Factory

We’ll tour the Southern Supreme Fruitcake Factory in Bear Creek, NC, and taste delicious fruitcake and a multitude of other holiday goodies! We’ve built in time for shopping and a leisurely lunch (not included in the price) on the way home. We will depart from Campus Hills Recreation Center. Please arrive by 8:45 a.m.

Age: 55 and up

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

18992 Nov 16 Th 9am-3:15pm

- Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program.

CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident