the Town of Carrboro monthly events guide

Carrboro—A Palette of Programs
Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department
Volume 9, Issue 10 - A Glimpse of this Month’s Activities
October 2016
Events Spotlight
OCTOBER 14th
Flyleaf Books 6:30-8:30pm
All Ages
Free
Friday, OCT 14 & Saturday, OCT 15
The
annual West End Poetry Festival will
feature some of the Southeast most talented poets while
celebrating the many exciting & varied poetic styles.
For more information: www.WestEndPoetryFestival.com.
OCTOBER 15th
11th
Century Center 12:00-8:30pm
All Ages
Free
Look For:
 YOUTH
BASKETBALL LEAGUES
 VOLLEYBALL DROP-IN
 YOUTH ART CLASSES
 INTERNATIONAL TENNIS
CARNIVAL
 KIDICAL MASS BIKE EVENT
 POET’S OPEN MIC NIGHT
HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES
MUSIC & STORIES UNDER THE STARS
CO-SPONSORED BY WEAVER STREET MARKET
All Ages Free
Fri, OCTOBER 28
5:00-7:30pm
Weaver Street Market Lawn
A costume contest at 5:00 pm will be followed by music and stories.
For details email [email protected]. No Registration Required.
SPOOKY MOVIE NIGHT!
Sat, OCTOBER 29
6:00pm: Doors Open
6:30pm: Wallace & Gromit
THE CURSE OF THE WERE-RABBIT
Century Center
All Ages Free
Limited concessions will be for sale (cash only). Contact the Recreation & Parks
Department at (919) 918-7392 for information. Children under 12 will not
be admitted without a parent or guardian present. No Registration Required.
PUMPKIN CARVING/DECORATING CONTEST Mon, OCTOBER 31
All Ages Free
Carrboro Town Commons
Entry Drop Off Time: 9:30am-3:00pm
Voting: 6:00-8:00pm
Carve, paint or decorate your own
pumpkin to be displayed
at the Annual Halloween Carnival where
citizens will have a chance to
vote on which pumpkin they like best. Winner will be announced at 8:15pm.
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
6:00-8:30pm
All Ages Free
Mon, OCTOBER 31
Carrboro Town Commons
Come enjoy the night and experience the great carnival games
& programs for all ages. We boast a host of carnival style
activities that reward your participation with wickedly good
prizes. Popcorn, sodas, hot chocolate, apple cider & coffee
will be sold at the concession booth. No Registration Required.
 ADULT FRENCH LESSONS
Inside this issue:
UPCOMING EVENTS
GENERAL INFO
SPORTS PAGES
2
YOUTH CLASSES
4
TEEN SCENE
5
FAMILY FUN
6
ADULT CLASSES
7
ACTIVE LIFE
GOLDEN TRAILS
INCLUSION/PEOPLE
WITH DISABILITIES
8
2
3
9
9
For more info on these
& other events contact
919-918-7364 or visit
http://carrbororec.org
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October 2016
The Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department offers a variety of VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES throughout the
year. At this time, the Department is currently recruiting volunteers to work a number of positions which include:
Athletic Coaches - Youth Basketball (November - February)
Special Event Assistant - International Tennis Carnival (Mid-October)
Special Event Assistant - Music & Stories Under the Stars (Late October)
Special Event Assistant - Halloween Carnival (Late October)
If you have an interest in volunteering for any of the above positions or other opportunities, please visit the
Volunteer Opportunities page of our website at http://www.townofcarrboro.org/FormCenter/RecreationParks-Department-3/Volunteer-Application-Form-51 to obtain a Volunteer Application. For additional
information, please contact Sid Peterson at (919) 918-7370 or [email protected].
CARRBORO FILM FESTIVAL
Sat, NOV 19 & Sun, NOV 20
The Carrboro Film Festival is a celebration of the film and video creativity we
have right here in NC. All filmmakers, from beginner to well established
professional, is welcome to submit a production. For more information
and full schedule of events please visit: www.CarrboroFilmFestival.com.
Carrboro ArtsCenter
Times TBD
All Ages Fee: TBD
Carrboro Recreation and Parks
100 North Greensboro St.
Carrboro NC 27510
Offices located in the Century Center
Phone: 919-918-7364
Hours: Monday-Friday,
8:30am-5:00pm
Office closed on major holidays
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://carrbororec.org
Follow us on Twitter @CarrboroRecPark
Facebook: www.facebook.com/carrbororec
The Carrboro Recreation
and Parks Department
Offers On-line
Registration.
Visit carrbororec.org and
click on the RecConnect
Online Registration symbol.
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The Sports PageS
Instructional
We are currently recruiting
VOLUNTEERS to work as
Youth Basketball Coaches
If you have an interest in
volunteering for this position, please
see p.2 for details.
Leagues
Openings are accepted on a first-come,
first-served basis. Registration forms must be
completed & signed by a parent or guardian.
Please note youth athletic programs have
various AGE CUT-OFF DATES that are used
to determine a participants playing age.
October 2016
TENNIS
 Youth Tennis (Beginner)
Wilson Park
Tue/Thu, Oct 18 - Nov 3
6:00-7:00pm
Ages: 9-14 $39
 Adult Tennis (Beginner)
Wilson Park
Tue/Thu, Oct 18 - Nov 3
7:15-8:15pm
Ages: 16+ $39
Volleyball Drop-In
Grey Culbreth Middle School
Oct 4 - Oct 20
Tue/Thu 7:00-10:00pm
Ages: 16+ $3/participant/night
*15 & Under may attend w/adult
 Youth Basketball
Early Nov to late Feb (Pee Wee & Mite),
late Nov to early Mar (Midget & Junior)
6-8 yrs
Pee Wee League
9-10 yrs
Mite League
11-12 yrs Midget League
13-15 yrs Junior League
(Age as of Aug 31, 2016)
$62 Orange Co. Residents;
$89 Non-Orange Residents
Teams practice once a week (Mon-Thu,
evening hours) and Sat during the day.
PLEASE NOTE: Days, times, and sites
of practices & games will vary.
 Lunchtime Tennis (Beginner)
Wilson Park
Tue/Thu, Oct 18 - Nov 3
11:30am-12:30pm
Ages: 16+ $39
 Lunchtime Tennis
(Intermediate)
Wilson Park
Tue/Thu, Oct 18 - Nov 3
12:30-1:30pm
Ages: 16+ $39
Parent/Child Events
Participants will learn rules, etiquette,
the basics of throwing discs, and tips
and techniques. All discs provided!
Call (919) 918-7364 to register.
*Parents and youth must both
be present to participate.
Contact the Rec. and Parks Dept.
at 918-7364 for specific
scheduling information.
Tournaments
 FALL CLASSIC
Horseshoe Tournament
Hank Anderson Park
Saturday, October 15
Registration: 8:30-9:30am
Tournament: 10:00am
Ages: 18+ & Experienced Youth
Fee: $14 per player
(+NCHPA Membership: $25/yr)
 Disc Golf Clinic
Hank Anderson Park
Disc Golf Course
Saturday, October 1
10:00am-12:00pm
Ages 6-15 Free
Drop-In programs allow
participants the opportunity to play
in an informal setting and to meet
others of similar sporting interest.
Tournament participants will be placed
into multiple divisions based on ringer
percentage. Trophies will be awarded
to top finishers in each division.
 Senior Tennis Day
Wilson Park
Wednesday, October 5
9:00-11:00am
Ages: 50+ Free
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October 2016
Youth Classes

Toddler Preschool Playtime
Century Hall
Tuesdays,
Oct 4 - Dec 13
10:00am-12:00pm
Ages: 1-5 $3 at the door

Introduction to Painting
Century Center
Sundays
Oct 2 - Oct 23
1:30-2:30pm
Ages: 10-13 $55

Young Gymnast
Century Center
$52
Tuesdays,
Nov 8 - Dec 6
Ages: 3-5
3:30-4:15pm
Ages: 6-10
4:30-5:30pm
Wednesdays,
Nov 9 - Dec 7
Ages: 3-5
3:15-4:00pm

Babysitting Training
*Must be present at both
classes to receive certification.
Century Center
Thursday, Nov 10
4:15 - 7:15pm
and
Friday, Nov 11
4:15 - 6:15pm
Ages: 11-14 Fee: $68

Exploration of Art
Century Center
Thursdays,
Nov 10 - Dec 15
(no class 11/24)
3:15-4:00pm
Ages: 5-7 $45

Art Around the World
Century Center
Thursdays,
Nov 10 - Dec 15
(no class 11/24)
4:30-5:30pm
Ages: 8-11 $55

Young Gymnast - Level 2
Century Center
Wednesdays,
Nov 9 - Dec 7
4:15-5:15pm
Ages: 5-10 $52
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October 2016
Carrboro Youth Council
Contact (919) 918-7392 for more info
or to reserve a space at the next meeting.
The Youth Council provides a creative outlet for the
youth of the community and provides a voice and
input for future recreation programs and events.
Meetings at Century Center
Wednesdays: Oct 19, Nov 16
7:00-7:45pm
Ages: 12-17 Free
Introduction to Kayaking for Teens
OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
Paddling technique, safety, and enjoyment are emphasized
in this 8 hour introduction recreational kayaking. Instruction is
designed to give participants a solid foundation in recreational
kayaking beginning with choosing the correct equipment and
moving to proper weld, entry and launch techniques; balance;
bracing; strokes; self-rescue techniques; assisted rescue techniques; and trip planning. There is plenty of time to observe
birds and wildlife while practicing various techniques. We will
break in the middle for lunch so bring a bag lunch with you.
Instructor: Jake Methany
Meet at Century Center will be transported by van
to Haw River Canoe
and Kayak Co.
Saturday, October 8
9:00am-5:00pm
Ages: 12-16 $120
Navigating College
Admissions
The college admissions process can be very stressful and
time consuming for the entire family. Receive advice on
helping your child maximize the high school experience,
choose the right colleges, put together standout applications
and financial aid. Tips and strategies will be provided
on selecting courses, getting involved in outside activities,
choosing appropriate standardized tests, college
application essays, letters of recommendation and provide
insight into how colleges read applications. Please call
(919) 918-7364 to reserve your space in this workshop!
Instructor: Rhonda Manns, A2Z College Planning
Century Center
Saturday, October 8
12:00-1:00pm
Ages: 13+ Free
(For Parents & High School Students)
Taming the
Financial Aid
Monster
Learn the keys to maximizing financial aid by understanding the ins and outs of the financial aid process
and what parents need to know to get the most
free money; and more! Please call (919) 918-7364
to reserve your space in this workshop!
Instructor: Rhonda Manns, A2Z College Planning
Century Center
Saturday, October 8
1:30-2:00pm
Ages: 13+ Free
(For Parents & High School Students)
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October 2016
JAM SESSION SERIES
Century Center Hall
Friday, October 7
7:30-9:00 pm
All Ages $3
LOLLIPOP SERIES
Century Center Hall
Wednesday, October 5
10:30-11:30am
All Ages $3
Line
Dance
Jam
You’ve been wanting to learn the latest line
dance. Well now is your chance. Come
and let Bruce show you how it’s done.
C.L.A.W.S.
(Creative Learning About Wildlife Species)
CLAWS is a nonprofit agency that rescues animals of
all kinds. This program incorporates live animals to
educate people about exotic and wildlife species.
You never know just what you'll see at a CLAWS
program. Come and take a peek!
Poet’s Open Mic Night
Join us on the 1st Tuesday of every
month for a night where poets can
engage with others and share the
power and diversity of poetry. This
event is staged to provide the venue
for people to celebrate, to share,
and to encourage the writing,
reading, and listening of poetry.
Open Eye Café
(in Carrboro)
Tuesday, October 4
7:00-9:00pm
Ages: 16+ Free
CO-SPONSORED WITH DURHAM ORANGE
COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATION AND NC TENNIS
Event will consist of games used to promote tennis. We’ll
have a great prize court at the end of the carnival.
Wilson Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 5+ Free
Sunday, October 9
4:00-6:00pm
FOLLOW UP LESSONS
Sundays, Oct 16, Oct 23 & Oct 30
Follow Up Tennis Lessons provided for
Hispanic Tennis Carnival participants.
*Must register by 5pm the Friday prior to lesson.
Wilson Park Tennis Courts
4:00pm Youth 5:00pm Adult
Ages: 5+ $3/lesson
FAMILY FUN SUNDAY
Century Center Hall
Sunday, October 2
2:30-3:30pm
All Ages $3
Photo by
Christine Prisk
Discover Dance!
With Barriskill Dance Theatre School
Experience the versatility of Barriskill Dance Theatre
School's performers as they delight audiences of all ages
offering selections from Ballet to Broadway to Hip-Hop!
Come spend the afternoon celebrating the joy of dance
and theatre. Barriskill Dance Theatre School in Durham,
founded in 2005 by Broadway veteran, Michael
Barriskill, offers a comprehensive dance and
musical theatre curriculum to children and adults.
Kidical Mass Bike Event
Join us for a magical bike ride on the streets of Carrboro!
We will have cool bike decorations and other neat giveaways (all riders are eligible). Trailers, tagalongs, etc, are
great for younger kids. Light healthy snacks will be provided
at the end of the ride. Families are encouraged to ride &
parents/guardians should accompany their children. A
limited number of helmets are available to children who
need them – contact the ReCYCLEry. Helmets required.
Carrboro Elementary
School
Sunday, October 2
2:30-3:30pm
All Ages Free
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Mind, Body and Soul

Tai Chi
Century Center
Sundays,
Oct 9 - Nov 13
CO-SPONSORED by
(no class 11/6)
*Register at the ArtsCenter
or www.artscenterlive.org
3:30 - 4:30pm
Ages: 18+ $34
*These fees are subject to change.



Pilates
Century Center
Wednesdays,
Sep 21 - Nov 2
Nia (classes)
Century Center
Wednesdays,
Sep 14 - Oct 26
($75 Friends)
(+$40 for food)
(no class 10/12)
5:45-6:45pm
Ages: 18+ $44
(no class 10/12)

8:30-9:30am
Ages: 18+ $42

Gentle Yoga
Century Center
Tuesdays,
Sep 13 - Oct 25


Zumba with Liz
Century Center
Tuesdays,
Sep 13 - Oct 25 (6 weeks)
(no class 10/11)
7:30 - 8:30pm
Ages: 18+ $40
or
Thursdays,
Sep 15 - Oct 27 (7 weeks)
7:30-8:30pm
Ages: 18+ $47
 Slow Flow Yoga
Century Center
Wednesdays,
Sep 14 - Oct 26
(no class 10/12)
7:00-8:00pm
Ages: 18+ $36
Photography Workshop:
Manual Exposure
Century Center
Friday, October 21
4:00-6:30pm
Ages: 18+ *$27 Public
($24 Friends)
(no class 10/11)
6:00-7:00pm
Ages: 18+ $36
Indian Cooking
Century Center
Tuesdays,
Oct 18 - Nov 1
6:00-9:00pm
Ages: 18+ *$83 Public

French for Travel
Century Center
Tuesdays,
Nov 1 - Dec 6
10:00-11:30am
Ages: 18+ $50
Autumn Photography
Workshop
Century Center
Friday, October 28
4:30-6:30pm
and
Friday, November 4
5:00-6:30pm
Ages: 18+ *$27 Public
($24 Friends)

Introduction to Digital
Photography
Century Center
Wednesdays,
Nov 9 - Dec 21 (no class 11/23)
6:00-8:30pm
Ages: 18+ *$137 Public
($124 Friends)
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
Mind, Body and Soul
Game Days At Covenant Place
CO-SPONSORED WITH COVENANT PLACE

Must call (919) 918-7364 to register.
Come exercise your body and mind. You will
have the opportunity to exercise indoors with
Nintendo 'Wii', play board games and cards.
No experience needed.
Century Center
Friday, October 14
2:00-3:30pm
Ages: 50+ Free
Thursday, October 20
1:00-2:00pm
Ages: 50+ Free
Thursday, November 17
1:00-2:00pm
Ages: 50+ Free
Bingo
Century Center
Monday, November 14
2:00-3:30pm
Ages: 50+ Free

Team Trivia
CO-SPONSORED BY CAROLINA SPRING APARTMENTS
Bring your thinking caps and useless trivial knowledge and
compete against other teams of adults in fun and challeng
ing rounds of trivia. Categories will include: current events,
movies, music, sports, history and more. Snacks will be
provided. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team of
each round. Team size range is from 2 - 5 people per team.
Carolina Spring Apartments
Thursday, November 10
3:00-5:00pm
Ages: 50+ Free

Canoe/Kayak Trip
– Full Moon Paddle
OFFERED IN
PARTNERSHIP WITH
There is just something magical about moonbeams
and water and sharing the experience of looking
at the moon with someone special, even if that
someone special is just you. Participants arrive
early enough in the evening to practice paddling,
enjoy a beautiful sunset and adjust their eyes to
the night sky. As the moonlight gets brighter, we
will paddle around the lake to enjoy the night
sounds. Eventually, we will “raft-up” and lay back
to fully take in our surroundings.
Meet at Town Hall Parking Lot
Saturday, October 15
9:15am - 2:00pm
Ages: 50+ $32

Senior Tennis Day
Join us for a fun tennis event for players aged 50
and above! Bring a friend or two and meet other
tennis players from this area, join in a game of
doubles, play with lots of different people and
win prizes! Light refreshments will be provided to
all participants. Please bring a racquet if you have
one. Some loaners will be temporarily available.
Wilson Park
Wednesday, October 5
9:00-11:00am
Ages: 50+ Free
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Golden Trails
Historic Yates Mill
Walk In Pre-Registration Only
Come explore the trails at the Historic Yates Mill Pond in Raleigh.
We will be walking all three trails Millpond, High Ridge and Creekside.
In addition, there will be time to explore the parks visitor center.
We will not be taking a tour of the mill this trip.
Friday, October 21
8:30am-12:30pm
Ages: 18+ $4
Meet at Town Commons Parking Lot
Inclusion / People with Disabilities
Carrboro Recreation & Parks offers programs specifically designed for
individuals with developmental and multiple disabilities, including mental health,
but anyone and everyone are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun!
Halloween
Party
60’s
PARTY
Come celebrate Halloween inside the
Century Center for an night of dancing
& games. Bring your CD's or ipod.
Refreshments will be provided.
Wear your best costume!
Come relive the 60's at the Century Center with
a night of dancing and fun. Be sure to wear your
best Woodstock style clothing. Bring your CD's
to share! Refreshments will be provided.
Monday, October 10
7:00-8:30pm
Century Center
Ages: 15+ Fee: $3
Monday, November 7
7:00-8:30pm
Century Center
Ages: 15+ Fee: $3