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PARK AND REC E-NEWSLETTER, JUNE 2008
Greetings again from Mecklenburg Park and Recreation! We hope events and
activities in this e-newsletter contribute to your summer fun and fitness.
But if you do not want to receive this e-newsletter, please click on
UNSUBSCRIBE at the bottom. If you know anyone who wants to get this, send
them to <http://www.parkandrec.com/> www.parkandrec.com to hit the
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PARK AND RECREATION OUTDOOR POOLS STILL $1 THIS YEAR; FREE SWIMMING LESSONS
MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS
Mecklenburg Park and Recreation has opened its
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Aquatics/> outdoor pools
for summer, with a low admission fee of only $1-a-day again this year.
Until school lets out after June 13, pools operate Saturdays and Sundays
only. After June 13, regular summertime operating hours will be:
* Saturdays: 11am-5pm
* Sundays: 1pm-5pm
* Weekdays: 12noon-6pm
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Park and Rec pools are a great
place for kids to learn how to swim!
This schedule applies at Cordelia Park Pool, 2100 North Davidson Street and
Double Oaks Pool, 1200 Newland Road. Free swim lessons begin June 16 for
youngsters on Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am-11:30am and 11:30am -12pm at both
pools. The 11am classes give priority to children ages 3-5. The 11:30am
classes give priority to youngsters 6-12. Older children allowed if space
available. To register call 704 336-7855 at least a week ahead of time. Last
year these outdoor pools had 24,000 paid admissions.
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SPRAYGROUNDS OPEN AT FIVE PARKS FOR COOL FUN, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Park and Recreation's five "spraygrounds" are also open for the summer. They
are open seven days a week, 10am-8pm. Spraygrounds are FREE to the public.
They offer water sprays, nozzles and spouts for children (and adults) to run
through and frolic under. Sprayground locations:
*
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/No
rtheast+District/NevinPK.htm> Nevin Park, 6000 Statesville Rd.
*
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+II/Cordelia.htm> Cordelia Park, 2100 North Davidson St.
*
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+III/LattaPK.htm> Latta Park, 601 East Park Ave.
*
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+III/Veterans.htm> Veterans Park, 2136 Central Ave.
*
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+I/WestCharlotte.htm> West Charlotte Park, 2400 Kendall Dr.
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ASIAN FESTIVAL AND DRAGON BOAT RACES MEAN FUN TIME ON LAKE NORMAN AT RAMSEY
CREEK PARK JUNE 7
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The Asian Festival is great fun for all
and celebrates a culture that includes
sharp dragon boat competition!
Park and Recreation and the Asian Chamber present the ninth annual Asian
Festival and third annual Dragon Boat Race June 7 at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/No
rth+District/RamseyCreek.htm> Ramsey Creek Park, 18441 Nantz Road,
Cornelius. This event includes Asian performances on stage all day, along
with Asian vendors selling food and other items. Last year's event attracted
about 6,000 people to the park. Heats in the dragon boat races begin at 9am.
Entertainment starts at 11am. Parking will be at the Palace Cinema parking
lot at Kenton Place off West Catawba Ave. A free shuttle will run from 7:30
a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, check <http://www.parkandrec.com/>
www.parkandrec.com and click the Asian Festival banner.
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PARK AND REC OFFERS TRIP TO SOUTHERN COAST, AUG. 18-22: TOURS OF SAVANNAH,
JEKYLL ISLAND, BEAUFORT, AND MORE
Park and Recreation invites adults to come on an exciting motor coach tour
to Savannah, Jekyll Island, St Simon's Island, Parris Island, and Beaufort,
SC. This trip is August 18-22, 2008. Cost is $425 per person based on
double occupancy and includes:
* 4 nights lodging in nice motels
* 4 breakfasts and dinners
* Tours of Jekyll Island and St. Simon's Island
* Tour the gorgeous Beaufort, "Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands." See
where parts of "The Big Chill" and "Forrest Gump" were filmed.
* Tour Parris Island, US Marine base.
* Tour historic Savannah, the "Belle of Georgia."
For more information call Candy Bridges at 704-552-8213 or email
<mailto:Candy.Bridges@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Candy.Bridges@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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SUMMER FUN ON THE LAKE: VROOOOM, SAIL OR PADDLE AWAY FROM PARK AND REC BOAT
LAUNCHES
Did you know you can launch a motorboat or sailboat at our facilities on
Lake Norman or Lake Wylie? We have boat launches and docks at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/No
rth+District/Blythe.htm> Blythe Landing, 15901 NC Highway 73 in
Huntersville,
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/No
rth+District/RamseyCreek.htm> Ramsey Creek Park at 18441 Nantz Road, or
Copperhead Island in
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/McDowell.htm> McDowell Nature
Preserve at 15200 Soldier Road. Launching fee is $5. You may also bring a
canoe or kayak and put-in for free at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/McDowell.htm> McDowell Nature
Preserve, 15222 York Road and
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/Latta.htm> Latta Nature
Preserve, 5226 Sample Road. Or you can rent a paddleboat for $4 an hour on a
small lake at Col. Francis Beatty Park, 4330 Weddington Road
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IF YOUR CHILD HAD A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR, WHY NOT TAKE HIM OUT TO A CHARLOTTE
KNIGHTS BALL GAME?
Park and Recreation Department and Genesis Sports Management invite
youngsters, ages 8-12 to come on a FREE trip to a Charlotte Knights Baseball
game Monday, July 28. We call it "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" for kids who
had a great academic 4th quarter (as defined by their parent or guardian). A
parent or guardian may bring a kid's final report card by Albemarle Road
Recreation Center, 5027 Ildewild Rd., not later than July 25 to qualify.
Kids will travel by van to see the Charlotte Knights take on the Buffalo
Bisons at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill. Space is limited, so sign-up soon.
Excursion leaves from
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Facilities/Recreation+Cent
ers/Albemarle.htm> Albemarle Road Recreation Center at 10am, July 28 and
returns after the game. To register or for more information contact
Derichard McCoy at the recreation center, 704 567-1941 or
<mailto:Derichard.McCoy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Derichard McCoy.
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Homer the Dragon greets kids
who come to Knights Stadium.
Homer likes good grades, too.
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GOLF CLASSIC FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY; SIGN-UP NOW TO PLAY FOR
FREE AT RENAISSANCE COURSE JUNE 27
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This golf classic is our way of thanking
veterans for their service to America. t>
All military veterans, including National Guard and Reserves, and active
duty military personnel are invited to sign-up now to play in the 3rd annual
Veterans & Reservists Golf Classic at Renaissance Public Golf Course, 1512
West Tyvola Road, June 27, 2008. This event features a FREE 18 holes of golf
plus a complimentary lunch for those who qualify. Play begins at 8am with a
shotgun start. Registration runs through June 13, first come/first served,
and space is limited. Sign-up is by mail or on the web at
<http://www.charlottepublicgolf.com/> www.charlottepublicgolf.com or call
704 357-3373. For more information call 311.
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CHECK OUT MANY MORE NEAT THINGS AT <http://www.parkandrec.com/>
www.parkandrec.com.
Each month we can only tell you about several things in our e-newsletter.
But at our website you can learn of many more opportunities for constructive
recreation. Did you know we have about 165 parks (depends on exactly how
you count them), 27 recreation centers, 2 skate parks, a BMX bike track,
three major nature preserves, an indoor water park, an aquatic center, 5
golf courses, eight workout and fitness centers, a beautiful lakeside
campground, an equestrian center for horseback riding, historic sites, and
hundreds of ball fields, tennis courts, picnic areas, and basketball courts,
and 32 miles of greenways. We also offer many programs of therapeutic
recreation for youngsters and adults with disabilities. Information on all
these things are on <http://www.parkandrec.com/> www.parkandrec.com, just a
click or two away.
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E-PLANT TIPS FROM NC COOPERATE EXTENSION SERVICE
* Ensure newly planted trees and shrubs receive a thorough soaking
each week. Soak the ground; do not sprinkle it lightly. Mulch to conserve
moisture.
* Lacebugs feed on azaleas, pyracantha and other woody plants, causing
a gray, blanched or stippled appearance on the upper surface of the leaves.
Take steps to control them as soon as you notice the damage.
* Additional pruning may be required this month on fast-growing
plants, such as juniper, privet and yew, to maintain a desirable shape
during the growing season.
* When dead or damaged branches are found on shade trees, prune them
out immediately.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT PARK AND RECREATION
For more information on any volunteering opportunity, contact Lori Saylor:
704-336-5478 or <mailto:Lori.Saylor@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Lori.Saylor@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Volunteers under age of 16 must be
accompanied by adult who is at least 21. Volunteers working with the
Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Division must be at least 18.
* Charlotte Hornets Beepball (TR), during June, Park Road Park,
Mondays 6pm-8pm, Saturdays 9am-3 pm. Sport like Baseball for visually
impaired.
* CampFest (TR), Marion Diehl Center, Wed. July 30. An interactive
field day for youth and teens with various disabilities.
* Park Ambassadors at all parks and greenways, on-going and flexible
dates. On foot or bike, help monitor parks, trails, and greenways. Greet
patrons. Must commit to at least 6 months.
* Vet care needed at McDowell Nature Center for bi-annual visits. We
seek someone to do annual or semi-annual check on our animals for wellness
care to maintain their health: cornsnakes, kingsnake, yellow slider, mud
turtle, box turtles, frogs, toads, and anoles. Schedule flexible.
* Hummingbird Festival at Reedy Creek Nature Center, Aug 23, 9am-5pm
(several shifts available). Day-long festival celebrates migration of
ruby-throated hummingbird. Activities for all ages. Hummingbird banding. We
need greeters, craft helpers, staff for tables, speaker assistants, program
assistants.
* Help build fully accessible playground for children of all
abilities, Sept 29-Oct. 4. 4-hour shifts available. Skilled and unskilled
volunteers are needed to help with hospitality, first aid, children's
activities and construction work. We need individuals, families, church
groups, companies, clubs, fraternities and sororities, sports teams! Lend us
your Hearts and Hands so children with all abilities will have a place to
play side by side.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
For more information or to find out more about any of these programs, click
the course link or call 311 and reference the course number.
SMART START BASKETBALL
Monday, June 9
6 p.m. Interested parents are invited to Albemarle Road Recreation Center to
learn more about "Smart Start Basketball" for their 3-5 year olds. This
program will help youngsters prepare for organized sports. For more info
contact the center at 704.567-1941.
SENIOR NATURE EXCURSION Wednesday, June 11
8 a.m.-1 p.m. $4 Seniors are invited to meet at Reedy Creek Nature Center
and then depart to Mallard Creek Greenway to explore this greenway. Learn
all kinds of nature, flora and fauna facts from an Environmental Educator.
Course #
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?
cid=33414> 31297
FATHER & SON GOLF OUTING
Saturday, June 15 afternoon $60
Dads and their sons, 12 and over, are encouraged to sign-up for this golf
fun-filled afternoon at C.T. Myers Golf Course. Course #
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?
cid=33705> 31588
SATURDAY MORNING NATURE HIKE Saturday, June 21
10 a.m. br> Bring the family out to explore the more than 1,000 acres of
rolling terrain at Latta Plantation Nature Preserve. The free hike will be
lead by an Environmental Education staff member who will share all kinds of
factoids about nature.
NATURE BOOK DISCUSSION
Saturday, June 21
10 a.m. - noon, free. Read BLESSED UNREST by Paul Hawken and then meet at
Reedy Creek Nature Center to discuss the book with other nature lovers and
readers. Discussion will be lead by an Environmental Educator. Course #
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?
cid=33418> 31301
LEARN HOW TO KAYAK
Monday, June 23
1 - 4 p.m. $12
Teens are invited to meet at Naomi Drenan Recreation Center and travel to
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve for an afternoon of kayak instruction.
Discover the Moutain Island Lake area via kayak! Course #
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?
cid=33578> 31461
FREE WiFi @ FREEDOM PARK
Move your office outdoors - grab your laptop and head to Freedom Park.
Access free WiFi in the park. Now that is an office with a view!
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