Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Family Programs & Activities Cultural Arts African Drumming Experience hands-on instructions and playing techniques for instruments of the Jembe orchestra. Participants will be exposed to the many uses of the West African drums, music, dance movements, the history, songs, storytelling, repertoire, choreography, costuming and cultural lessons. All Ages FREE
Martial Arts: Tora Ha Kempo Learn safety awareness and self-defense through martial arts in a fun, structured and disciplined environment. For more information, contact Kevin Hinson at 704-533-2994. Ages 4 to 16 $5.00
Mallard Creek Recreation Center #43385 Ongoing Mon
5:30pm to 9:00pm
Marion Diehl Recreation Center #42309 Ongoing Wed
6:00pm to 8:00pm
William R Davie Park #42625 Ongoing Thu
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Hickory Grove Recreation Center #41941 Ongoing Sun
3:00pm to 4:30pm
Holiday Activities
Learn the basics of praise dance and participate in a recital at the end of this fun program. Separate classes for children, adults and seniors are offered at the recreation center. All Ages FREE
Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Easter Egg Hunt Bring your basket to find and collect colorful eggs. For more information, contact the Recreation Center listed. Ages 5 to 18 FREE
Albemarle Road Recreation Center #42957 Mar 30
Sat
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center
Fitness & Wellness
#44181 Mar 23
Sat
11:00am to 1:00pm
Elon Recreation Center #44553 Mar 30
Sat
#42988 Mar 30
Sat
1:00pm to 3:00pm
West Charlotte Recreation Center #44267 Mar 30
Sat
10:00am to 12:00pm
Tuckaseegee Recreation Center
Easter Egg Jam
#42828 Ongoing Sat
Bring your basket to find and collect colorful eggs. There will be contests, games, food and prizes to be given away. Ages 1 and Older FREE
10:00am to 12:00pm
Arbor Glen Outreach Center #41499 Mar 30
Sat
12:00pm to 4:00pm
Grandparents-Grandkids Easter Basket Making Come and create your own custom basket to fill with eggs and candy for the Easter Holiday. Ages 2 and Older $2.00
Methodist Home Recreation Center #43608 Mar 29
Fri
11:00am to 1:00pm
Methodist Home Easter Egg Hunt Methodist Home is welcoming the Shamrock community out to our annual Easter egg hunt. Ages 2 and Older FREE
Methodist Home Recreation Center #43609 Mar 30
Sat
12:00pm to 2:00pm
For More Information or to Register Visit
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Albemarle Road Recreation Center #43314 Ongoing Wed
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Ivory/Baker Recreation Center #44316 Mar 15 #44317 Apr 19 #44318 May 17
Fri Fri Fri
5:00pm to 7:30pm 5:00pm to 7:30pm 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Spring 2013
Celebrate National Kite Flying Month with kite making, kite flying lessons and competitions. Registration required. All Ages FREE
Arbor Glen Outreach Center #44189 Apr 20
Sat
10:00am to 2:00pm
Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center #44286 Apr 20
Sat
10:00am to 12:00pm
Special Events
10:00am to 12:00pm
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
Martial Arts: Karate Students will learn self-confidence, discipline, and physical fitness through lessons from a certified black belt martial arts instructor. All Ages FREE
Get Going Guide
Family Game Night Come socialize with friends and family while playing a variety of games and activities. Fun for all ages. Parent participation is required. Ages 5 and Older FREE
National Kite Day
Dance: Praise Dance
#42813 Ongoing Thu
Social Activities
MH Spring Fest 2013 Come out to the Methodist Home Recreation Center and help us kick off Spring with our annual Spring Festival! There will be plenty of fun games, crafts, food and prizes. Ages 1 and Older FREE
Methodist Home Recreation Center #43627 Apr 20
Sat
11:00am to 3:00pm
School Out Celebration School is out and summer is in. Middle school kids and parents join us for music, refreshments, a magic show and fun. Ages 12 to 14 $2.00
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center #42956 May 31
Fri
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Register 1 of 3 Ways: Registration is required for most programs whether or not there is a fee. Select an option: 1. CLICK on Eparks at www.parkandrec.com and use the course code number. 2. CALL 311 (704.336.7600) or the number listed for that program. 3. COME to the location where the program is offered. Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.
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