Programs & Special Activities
The Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide range of programs and special activities for the whole community. From exercise and social programs for those with special needs, to activites especially designed for seniors, to summer camps and clubs for everybody, there's a wealth of opportunities to be active. Find the program or activity that's right for you and get involved today.
Special Populations Programs
Programs for the Blind/Visually Impaired
Bowling
The team meets on Mondays from 2:30-4:30 at Galaxy of Sports and may be joined at any time.
Exercise
An on-going activity that may be joined at any time. The group meets on Tuesdays from 1:30-4:00 p.m. and on Fridays from 10:30-1:00 p.m. at Vernon Park Mall.
Social Club
Meets at various locations for movies, plays, dinner theaters and day trips. Can be joined at any time.
Special Olympics
Local games held in the spring and fall. The games are open to children with special needs ages 8 and up. Sports offered are athletics, basketball and roller skating. Caswell Center offers alpine skiing, aquatics, golf and volleyball. Regional and state games held year round.
The RADD Summer Camp
A camp for mentally/physically challenged children held at Neuseway Nature Center during the month of July. Contact RADD at (252) 522-2814 for more information, or visit www.raddinc.org.
Senior Citizen Programs
The following programs are offered to seniors age 55 and above.
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics is held at the Galaxy Sport Club’s indoor pool on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. A fee is charged.
Bowling
Bowling is held at the Galaxy of Sport’s Bowling Lanes Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. A fee is charged
Walking Class
A low-impact walking class is held at Fairfield Center Mondays at 2:00 p.m.
Floor Exercise
Low-impact floor exercises are held at Fairfield Center Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.
Fairfield Senior Citizens Club
This is an interactive club which meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Fairfield Center. This club holds meetings, plans outings, cooks lunches, etc.
Kinston Senior Dance Club
Adults over 50 meet at the Galaxy of Sports Skating Center every Tuesday from 7:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M. with live entertainment.
Neuse River Senior Games
Games are held annually in early May in New Bern. Participation in these games includes Lenoir, Craven, Greene, Jones, Duplin and Pamlico Counties. There is a small entry fee and registration is required.
Adaptive Aquatics Program
A therapeutic program designed for individuals with arthritis, fibromyalgia, joint problems, etc. Classes are held Monday - Thursday at the Caswell pool. The fee is $30 per six-week session of classes and registration is required.
Battle Center's Friendship Club
This club is for persons age 55 and above. It offers travel, workshops, lunches and much more. It meets the 3rd Monday of each month at Georgia K. Battle Center.
Mock Gym Senior Program
Lenoir County residents age 55 and above are entitled to a free membership. The Mock Athletic Skills Facility includes a walking track, treadmills and other cardio and resistance equipment. For more information, contact at 939-3232.
Something for Everybody...
Day Camps & Specialty Camps
Neuseway Explorer Science Camp (Space is Limited)
Ages: 7-12
Date: July 13-16 (Tuesday-Friday)
Cost: $75.00/child
Held at the Neuseway Planetarium features fun activities related to nature and science. An overnight stay is included in the planetarium or campground. Please call (252) 939-3302 to register or for more information.
Fun in the Sun Camp (Ages 5-12)
Dates: June 14-July 30 (Monday-Friday)
Times: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $100.00/child (Includes daily snack and lunch)
This seven week camp is held at the Neuseway Nature Center and is for youth ages 5-12. Supervised activities include swimming, crafts, skating, bowling, etc. Additional fees will be charged for extra activities during the week. Please call (252) 939-3347 (Melissa) or (252) 939-3332 to register or come by 405 N. Mclewean Street.
Camp Waterlog (Ages 7-12)
Location: Fairfield Center
Date: August 2 - 6 (Monday-Friday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $50.00/child (includes daily snack-MUST BRING BAG LUNCH)
This is a one-week camp filled with water activities. Please call (252) 939-3347 (Melissa) or (252) 939-3332 for more information or to register.
Georgia K. Battle Daycamp (Ages 5-12)
Date: June 14-July 30 (Monday - Friday)
Time: 8:00 am- 4:00 pm
Cost: $50.00/child (Includes daily snacks and lunch)
This seven week camp includes supervised activities such as swimming, crafts, bowling, skating, etc. Additional charge for skating and bowling. Please call (252) 939-3352 (Ella) for more information or to register.
Holloway Day Camp (Ages 5-12)
Date: June 14-July 30 (Monday-Friday)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $60.00/child (includes daily snack and lunch)
Held at Holloway Center , this seven week camp includes supervised activities such as swimming, crafts, skating, bowling, etc. Additional charge for skating, bowling and field trips. For more information or to register, please call (252) 939-3362 (Melissa Morgan).
Basketball Camp (Ages 7-12)
Location: Fairfield Center
Date: July 19-22 (Monday-Thursday)
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $30.00/child (Includes daily snack)
This four day camp is held at Fairfield Center and concentrates on the fundamentals of basketball. Please call (252) 939-3340 (Thurman Pate) for more information or to register.
Youth & Adult Activities
Big Daddy's Express
Located at the Neuseway Nature Park, this miniature replica of a coal mining train will take children and adults on a fun ride for a small fee. Groups must call in advance. Call 252-939-3367 or 252-939-3302 for more information.
Gymnastics
For children ages 3-13. Tumbling, balance beam and vaulting classes are taught throughout the year. Gymnastics camp taught during the summer at Emma Webb Gymnastics Center. Call 939-3360 for more information.
Community Dance Classes
Children's and adult dance classes are taught at Fairfield Recreation Center for ages 3-adult. Tap (children and adult), ballet, jazz and acro are taught at various days and times of the week. The fee is $50.00 for eight (8) week classes. For more information or to register, please contact Kay Webber at (252) 341-0590.
Quilters and More…
This class is the one for you if designing quilts and throws is your hobby. The class meets Tuesday’s from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Georgia K. Battle Center and can be joined at any time. Call 939-3352 for more information.
Aerobics & Fitness
Various aerobic and fitness classes are taught throughout the City and County.
Pepsi Splash Pad (Will open on Saturday, May 23, 2009 from 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.).
Located at Fairfield Park the spray ground is open to the public Monday - Sunday at various hours in the summer. A small fee is charged. Groups may reserve the spray pad by calling Galen Treble @ (252) 939-3345.
Duplicator's Bridge Club
Meets every Thursday night from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Georgia K. Battle Center. Beginners and experienced players are welcome.
Fairfield Bridge Club
Meets every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m-2:00 p.m. at Fairfield Center.
Summer Swimming Program
Emma Webb Pool will open on Wednesday, June 10th at 2:00.
Holloway Pool will open on Monday, June 15th at 2:00.
Free-play swimming offered at Emma Webb Pool and Holloway Pool on Mondays-Fridays from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 1:00-5:00 p.m. during June-August.
For more information regarding any of the above programs call (252) 939-3332.