For more info on classes & events or to register online go to WWW.MATTHEWSFUN.COM
Crews Recreation Center - Page 2
APRIL CLASSES, PROGRAMS, AND EVENTS
In the upcoming pages, we list out all of our programs, classes, and events coming up in April. If you would like more information, please visit our website or reach out to us via phone or email!
McDowell Arts Center - Page 3
Matthews Community Center - Page 4
Parks and Special Events - Pages 5 & 6
Friday, April 7 - Parks & Recreation Offices Only
Sunday, April 9 - Parks & Recreation Offices & All Facilities
APRIL 2023 P A R K S , R E C R E A T I O N & C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T N E W S L E T T E R
T O W N O F M A T T H E W S 100 McDowell Street For more information, call (704) 321-7275
FACILITY CLOSURES
CREWS RECREATION CENTER
1201 Crews Road—Behind the Matthews Police Department
For more information on Crews Center activities, call (704) 708-1287
facility rentals
We are currently booking our Multipurpose Rooms for the Summer months! Our space is a great place to host your birthday party, baby and wedding showers, anniversary parties, family reunions and meetings Contact Charles Smith at 704-708-1289 or via email at csmith@matthewsnc.gov for facility pricing and availability.
Open Gym Sports
SaturdayOpenPlaySession|8:30am-12:30pm
ATuesdaymorningplaysessionwilltake placefrom10am-12pm
AdvanceregistrationrequiredviaRecDesk. (https://wwwmatthewsfunrecdeskcom)
$3.00/player
HIGH FITNESS DANCE CARDIO
A dance cardio workout that combines high energy aerobics and interval training set to fun music with easy to follow fitness choreography Adaptable for all ages, stages, and levels of fitness Classes will be offered Monday and every other Friday morning, 9:30-10:20am. Cost is $7.00 per session or you have the option of purchasing a 10-class pass for $60.
American elite martial arts
Scan to view this month's open gym calendar!
OpenPlaySundays | 10am-4:00pm
AdvanceregistrationviaRecDeskisrequired. (https://www.matthewsfun.recdesk.com)
$300/player
Youth classes offered on Thursday evenings from 5:30-8:30pm for all ages interested in learning the basics of martial arts in a fun and active environment To register or for additional information please visit http://www.americanelitemartialarts.com/
date night drop off
Enjoy a night out while your kids release some energy playing basketball, dodgeball, board games, video games, and arts & crafts while meeting new friends! Snacks, pizza, and drinks will be served. Ages 6-13 | $10 per child; $5 for each additional sibling Register online at https://www matthewsfun recdesk com
Summer Camps at Crews!
Muggsy Bogues Basketball Camps Multi-SportCamps
Visit https://matthewsfun recdesk com to register
THURSDAY MAY 18 - 6PM-9PM
CREWS RECREATION CENTER 1201 CREWS ROAD
MATTHEWS, NC 28105
LIMITED TO THE FIRST 8 PARTICIPANTS
REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1
THURSDAY APRIL 20 | JUNE 15
CREWS RECREATION CENTER 1201 CREWS ROAD
MATTHEWS, NC 28105
LIMITED TO THE FIRST 12 PARTICIPANTS
REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1
To register, visit: https://matthewsfun recdesk com
For more information, contact Charles Smith at 704-708-1289 or csmith@matthewsnc gov
P I C K L E B A L L T O W N O F M A T T H E W S P A R K S , R E C R E A T I O N & C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T
Session 1 Adults 10am-12pm Session 2 Adults 12pm-2pm Session3 Family 2pm-4pm B A S K E T B A L L B A D M I N T O N
PoiseGirlsEntrepreneursCamp
E-Sports/Video Gaming Camp VolleyballCamps MagicCamp
MCDOWELL ARTS CENTER
123 McDowell Street
For more information, call (704) 847-9746
arts delivered classes
For any questions about any Arts Delivered class, contact Rick at artsdelivered@gmail com or 704-618-2222
Visit www matthewsfun recdesk com for class descriptions and pricing information
ADULT
MAKE IT/GLAZE IT CLASSES
Wednesdays | April 5-26 | 9am-10:15am
(No class April 12)
Ages 18+ | Theme: Bird Feeders
$60 per person
GIRL SCOUT WORKSHOP
Saturday, April 1 | 10:45am-11:45am | Ages 5+
Sign up individually or as a troop | Earn a pottery badge!
$13 per person | Theme: Easter
HOMESCHOOL QUARTER-LONG CLASSES
Wednesdays, March 29-May 31 (no class April 12)
10:45am-12:15pm | Ages 8-18
Matthews Res $175 | Non-Res $180
HOMESCHOOL AFTERNOON CLASSES - YOUTH & TEENS!
April 19 & 26 | 1pm-2:15pm | Ages 8-18
$40 per person - All ability levels welcome!
PRE-K CLAY CLASS
Saturday, April 1 | 8:15am-9am | Ages 3-6
Make an Easter Plate! | Guardians must attend $15 per plate - All materials provided
SATURDAY CLAY FAMILY WORKSHOP
April 1 | 9:30am-10:30am | Ages 6+
$15 per person | Theme: Easter
basket weaving classes
Beginners welcome and all materials are provided!
April 1 9:30am-12:30pm
Create an Easter basket!
MatthewsRes $30
Non-MatthewsRes $35
Beginnerswelcomeand allmaterialsare provided!
art with eileen
Art classes for adults with disabilities
Tuesdays | April 4-25 - Fridays | 9am-12pm | April 7-28
Parents/guardians must contact Eileen prior to registering
Art classes with Jessica Wells
Still Life Drawing - Studying Light & Composition
Ages 10-15 | 2 Classes | 10am-12pm | March 25 & April 1
Still life object drawing for all levels | $25 per session
McDowell arts center gallery
April will feature works from Eileen Schwartz's students Gallery hours are limited Please call 704-321-7275 before visiting to confirm the gallery is open
yoga classes at the Mcdowell arts center
Yoga with elinor
Thursday evenings | April 20-May 25 | 6:30pm-7:30pm
Drop-in fee of $12
Matthews Res $60 | Non- Res $65
Yoga Nidra meditation WITH ROSEMARY
75-minute session | March 27
6:30pm-7:45pm | $25
ALL YOGA CLASSES HELD IN THE UPSTAIRS GALLERY
IT'S ALL ABOUT YARN
1st and 3rd Tuesdays | 6p-8p
Mary McGee: mmagee001@gmail.com
BASKET GUILD
4th Tuesdays of each month | 6p-8p | Next meeting: April 25
WAXHAW WOODTURNERS
First Tuesday of each month | 6:30pm | Next Meeting: April 4
MATTHEWS ARTIST GUILD
Tuesday, April 11 | 6:30p-8:30p
For more info: www matthewsartistguild com
MAG WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Bring your own supplies and paint with other watercolorists
Tuesday mornings, 9am-11:30am in the gallery space For more information, email Steve Gilbert at sgilbert06@gmail.com.
T O W N O F M A T T H E W S P A R K S , R E C R E A T I O N & C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T
MATTHEWS COMMUNITY CENTER
100 McDowell Street
For more information, call (704) 321-7275
YOGA CLASSES AT THE MATTHEWS COMMUNITY CENTER
yoga with linda oeschlaeger
Tuesdays, 9:30am-10:30am
8-week session | March 14-May 2
Wednesdays, 6pm-7pm
8-week session | March 15-May 3
Matthews Res $80 | Non-Res $85
Due to social distancing, space is limited
Basic Joyful Yoga with Rosemary
Mon | April10-May1 / Thurs | April13-May4 | 10am-11am
Fri | April14-May5 | 3pm-4pm
MatthewsRes $40 | Non-Res $45
$10discountwhenyousignupforbothclassesatthesametime!
Chair Yoga with Rosemary
Mondays | April 10-May 1 | 11am-12pm
Matthews Res $40 | Non-Res $45
Classes by the music makers
Music classes for kids have returned with Justin from The Music Makers!
Thursdays | 10am-1 days | 10am-10:45am 10-Week S s April 6 & 7)
$179 for the session | Siblings under 1 year % discount when registering siblings together
Uku stin
Teen & Adult Beginner Ukulele 1 | 7 s, March 20-May 29 (No class April 3)
Matth nt $194 t
2328 Cro our ukulele
coloring on canvas
kids night out-offered monthly!
April 21 | 6p-8p | Ages 5-12
Matthews Res $30 | Non-Matthews Res $35
school's out days
March 24 & 27 | Ages 5-12
9am-12pm / 1pm-4pm | Register for both to get a full day!
Pre-packaged snacks and bottled water are provided
If registering for both sessions, please send a lunch.
Matthews Res. $48 | Non-Matthews Res. $53 (per session
anime workshop
Saturday, April 1 | 11am-12:30pm | Ages 8+
Perfect for beginners!
Matthews Res $30 | Non-Matthews Res $35
cooking classes with h4learn
easter family workshop
Saturday, April 8 | 2pm-4pm
Make mini pies and decorate Easter eggs! Sweet potato and apple are the pie flavors.
Cost is $50 per 2 people | $20 for each additional person
upscale date night cooking class
Friday, April 28 | 5:45pm-7pm | $150 per couple
Menu:
Panko crusted Dijon lamb chops with rice pilaf and honey glazed carrots & a Raspberry Rickey mocktail
Please let us know of any special dietary needs when registering so instructors can be prepared Visit TheOfficialH4Learn com for more info Register at matthewsfun recdesk com
Spring Break Camp
April 10-14 | Ages 5-12
9am-12pm / 1pm-4pm | Register for both to get a full day!
Pre-packaged snacks and bottled water are provided If registering for both sessions, please send a lunch Matthews Res. $220 | Non-Matthews Res. $225 (per session)
family art class
March 24 | 6pm-7:30pm
$30 per family | Art fun for everyone!
Tuesday night crafting 6pm-7:30pm | Ages 18+
4/4: Garden Container ($35/$40) 4/18: Fabric Art ($28/$33)
4/11: Birdie Oasis ($25/$30) 3/28: Shadow Box ($38/43)
fabric collage class for beginners
Fridays, March 27-April 17 | 10am-1pm | Ages 18+ | $60/ person Construct a 16x20 fabric collage piece that can be mounted, framed, or quilted Students will purchase materials on the first day of class Students will be responsible for providing own fabric after the first day
salsa rueda-free intro salsa class
Thursday, March 23 | 7:30pm-8:30pm
Leonel aka “Choco” and his wife, Paige, will walk you through essential dancing skills applied to salsa (and to life) that will make you improve your body movement and sharpen social skills Space is limited, register today! Full class 4-week session begins in April
R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T
T O W N O F M A T T H E W S P A R K S , R E C R E A T I O N & C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T
T O W N O F M A T T H E W S P A R K S , R E C R E A T I O N & C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T PARKS & SPECIAL EVENTS For more information about Parks, call 704-708-1288 For more information about Special Events, call 704-708-1261 Download the Goosechase app to your smartphone to participate. Earth Day & Kids in Nature Day Saturday, April 15 | 10am - 1pm Squirrel Lake Park - 1631 Pleasant Plains Road, Matthews Build a bird house Get a free rain barrel Go on a scavenger hunt Hike in nature with a guide Make your backyard a wildlife habitat! Presented by: HAWK, Town of Matthews North Carolina Wildlife Federation's Great Outdoors University *Shuttle services available from Community Center to Squirrel Lake Park
PARKS & SPECIAL EVENTS
For more information about Parks, call 704-708-1288
For more information about Special Events, call 704-708-1261
Dance Performances
Indian Street Food
Marketplace- Jewelry, Clothes & Souvenirs
Saree draping
Turban tying
Henna Tattoos
Hands on experience
Visual Art Gallery
Interactive kids corner
T O W N O F M A T T H E W S P A R K S , R E C R E A T I O N & C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E D E P A R T M E N T
