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Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources
September - December 2022
Program Brochure
INFORMATION Fuquay-Varina Community Center Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources
820 S. Main St. Administrative Office
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 405 Spring Ave.
(919) 552-1430 Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
(919) 557-3112 Fax (919) 552-9140
info@fvparks.org or www.fvparks.org
Hours of Operation:
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm *Hours subject to change due to COVID-19
Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm
*Hours subject to change due to COVID-19 or Administration
program demands
Jonathan Cox, Director
Closings: jcox@fuquay-varina.org
Labor Day: Sept. 3 - Sept. 5
Veterans Day: Nov. 11 Anthony DiMarzio
Thanksgiving: Nov. 23 @5pm - Nov. 27 Assistant Director - Athletics & Recreation
Christmas: Dec. 23 - Dec. 27 adimarzio@fuquay-varina.org
New Years: Dec. 31 - Jan. 2
Chris Newsom
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Staff Assistant Director - Parks, Grounds & Public Buildings
cnewsom@fuquay-varina.org
Recreation Program Division
Trey Baggett, Events & Marketing Specialist
Mark Hassig, Recreation Superintendent tbaggett@fuquay-varina.org
mhassig@fuquay-varina.org
Gerard O’Connell, Senior Recreation Support Specialist
Leslie Poole, Recreation Program Administrator goconnell@fuquay-varina.org
lpoole@fuquay-varina.org
Parks Division
Tiffany Trice, Senior Recreation Support Specialist
ttrice@fuquay-varina.org Jacob Ritchie, Assistant Parks & Grounds Superintendent
jritchie@fuquay-varina.org
Donnie Dix, Recreation Center Assistant
Tony Smith, Parks & Grounds Supervisor
Athletic Program Division
Adam Hairr, Athletic Program Administrator
ahairr@fuquay-varina.org Inclement Weather Procedure
In the event of inclement weather,
Thomas DeGruchy, Athletic Program Specialist cancellations and closing will be posted to
tdegruchy@fuquay-varina.org the Parks and Recreation webpage under
the “Field Status” icon near the middle of
Sidney Peterson, Athletic Program Specialist
the page. Visit www.fvparks.org. A recorded
speterson@fuquay-varina.org
message with weather information is also
Josh Hardin, Athletic Program Specialist available by dialing 919-552-2698. Updates
jhardin@fuquay-varina.org are made weekdays by 4pm and on weekends
by 8am. Any decisions made after these times
will be made at the field by officials and/or
Athletic Staff.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INFORMATION
YOUTH & PRESCHOOL 4 - 19
Youth Sports 4-5
Open Gym/Pickleball Open Gym 6
Youth/Teen Tennis 6 & 20
Mobile Music Education 7
Santa Calls & Holiday Fun 7
Cool Rhythms Drumming 7
Tae Kwon Do 8
Ninpodo Gendai Ninjutsu 8
Dynamic Martial Arts 8
Young Chef/Storybook Chef/Teen Chef 8, 9 & 20
Heartsaver CPR & BLS 9
Create & Learn Virtual Classes 10 - 11
Physical Fitness Fun/Gymnastics 12
Outdoor Adventures with Rebeccah 13 - 15
Time Travel/ NC Wildlife/Trash Trek 15 - 16
Tent Care/Backpacking ABCs/Backpacking 101 17
Big NC Tennis 17 - 19
TEENS 20
Teen Council Events & Fun 20
Haunted Trail Info/ Volunteer Meeting 20
ADULT PROGRAMS 21 - 24
Adult Sports 21
Workout Room 21
Pickleball 21
Big NC Tennis 22
Zumba Gold 22 Town of Fuquay-Varina Elected Officials
Beginner Bellydance 22
Bird Walk 22 Blake Massengill, Mayor
F3 Men’s Bootcamp 23 bmassengill@fuquay-varina.org
Women’s Alive & Wellness Workout 23
Zumba With Erin 23 Larry Smith, Mayor Pro Tempore
Gentle/Mindful/Flow Yoga 24 lsmith@fuquay-varina.org
ACTIVE ADULTS (SENIORS) 25 - 29 William H. Harris, Commissioner
Games 25 wharris@fuquay-varina.org
Current Technologies 25
Technical Help Desk 25 Marilyn Gardner, Commissioner
BINGO Potluck HNTPP 25 mgardner@fuquay-varina.org
Line Dance 26
DIY With Fuquay 26 Bryan Haynes, Commissioner
Healing Rhythms/Fitness Drumming 26 bhaynes@fuquay-varina.org
Open Gym Walking 27
Men’s Coffee Time/Walk Coffee Social 27 Tracy Watson, Commissioner
Active Adult Golfers 27 twatson@fuquay-varina.org
Eat Smart, Live Strong/Stay Strong, Stay Healthy 28
Acrylic Painting 28
Day Trips 29
FACILITY INFORMATION 30 - 31
SPECIAL EVENTS 32
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
WINTER SPORTS REGISTRATION WE NEED YOU!
Winter Youth Sports Programs VOLUNTEER COACHES
Registration Opens: Sept. 19, 2022 All coaches (head and assistants) must be approved
Registration Closes: Oct. 1, 2022 @ 5:00pm by the Fuquay-Varina Parks, Recreation & Cultural
Resources Department (FVPRCRD). Coaches will be
*Late fee of $10/residents and $15/non-residents applies subject to background checks. All coaches must submit
after registration deadline. Financial hardship discounts applications prior to the league draft date. All approved
are available for residents and non-residents (must coaches will receive a Town of
qualify for public school system free or reduced lunch or
Fuquay-Varina coaches’ shirt and wristband. In order to
provide copy of Federally issued Medicaid card)
register as a coach, please visit www.fvparks.org and
complete the coaches’ application by hovering over the
Cost: sports tab and selecting coaches application. Follow
Sport Resident Non-Resident the instructions on the screen. Coaches must complete
Skills & Drills $50 $80 all steps in order to be approved. When completing
the background check portion, you will need the
Basketball $60 $90 organization (Town of Fuquay-Varina) and the good
Cross Country $40 $70 deed code (xd4cwoa).
Dance Troupe $50 $80
INCLEMENT WEATHER PRO-
SPORTS INFORMATION CEDURE
Fuquay-Varina Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources In the event of inclement weather, cancellations and
promotes sportsmanship, fair play and fun through a closing will be posted to the Parks, Recreation &
variety of youth sports program offerings. Children will Cultural Resources webpage under the “Field Status”
have the opportunity to develop new skills in a safe icon near the middle of the page. Visit www.fvparks.
and positive environment. All participants will need to org. A recorded message with weather information is
complete a registration waiver and provide a copy of their also available by dialing 919-552-2698. Updates are
birth certificate. Program participants may be responsible made weekdays by 4pm and on weekends by 8am. Any
for providing additional equipment depending upon the decisions made after these times will be made at the
sport. field by officials and/or Athletic Staff.
Register online by visiting www.fvparks.org and
selecting FINANCIAL HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE
the “Register Now” icon in the middle of the page. If Financial hardship discounts are available for residents
new to FVPRCR, you will need to create an account. and non-residents. In order to be approved for
New accounts are approved daily by staff. If you register assistance, participants must qualify for free or reduced
for a new account after hours, your account will not be lunch through a public school system or receive
approved until the next business day. Medicaid. All financial hardship requests must be
made when registering in-person at the Fuquay-Varina
Register in person by visiting the Fuquay-Varina Community Center. You must provide a copy of the
Community Center located at 820 S. Main Street, free/reduced lunch form or a current Medicaid card for
Fuquay-Varina. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday approval. Funds for non-resident assistance is provided
8:00am to 9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am to 5:00pm & through Non-Resident Scholarship donations and is
closed Sunday. based on the availability of funds.
Fees after discount $10/residents; $15/non-residents
*Hours subject to change due to COVID 19
REFUND POLICY
Full refunds will be awarded to participants who
have made a written request to the Athletic Program
Administrator prior to the formation of teams in the
respective league. All written requests submitted
following the formation of teams but before the start of
scheduled games will receive a 50% refund. No refunds
will be issued after the start of scheduled games.
Medical hardships, at any time, will be evaluated on a
case by case basis. Late fees and convenience fees
are non-refundable.
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
SKILLS & DRILLS BASKETBALL
Skills & Drills Basketball Ages 4 - 5
Age Cut-Off Date: Jan. 1, 2023 (Hint: Player age on 1/1/23)
Program is designed to be an introduction to basketball.
Players will participate in an 8-week program with pre-
planned 45-minute instructor/coach led practices. At the end
of the season teams will play a fun game scrimmage to cap
the season!
Skills & Drills meets one night per week from 5:45pm-6:30pm
or 6:30pm-7:15pm at the Community Center starting Nov.
19th;
Parent’s orientation video is posted online and will be sent
out with team assignments no later than Nov. 4th.
Coaches Meeting: Nov. 2, 6:00pm at Fuquay-Varina
Community Center (820 S Main St)
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Youth Basketball League Ages 6 - 18
Age Cut-Off Date: Jan. 1, 2023 (Hint: Player age on 1/1/23)
Practices begin week of Nov. 28, 2022
Photo credit: Wendell Jones
Games begin week of Dec. 12, 2022
Evaluation Dates
6U Coed - No Evals
DANCE TROUPE
7U Boys - No Eval Dance Troupe Ages 6 - 14
8U Boys – Nov. 1, Last name A-L 6:00pm; M-Z 7:30pm Age Cut-Off Date: Jan. 1, 2023 (Hint: Player age on
8U Girls – Nov. 5, 12:00pm 1/1/23)
9U Boys – Nov. 2, Last name A-L 6:00pm; M-Z 7:30pm Program is an intro to hip hop/game day team dance.
10U Boys – Nov 3, Last name A-L 6:00pm; M-Z 7:30pm Participants practice 1-2 times per week and perform
10U Girls – Nov. 5, 9:00am intermittently throughout the season (determined by
coach) at basketball games during half time. Typically,
12U Boys – Nov. 5, Last name A-L 10:30am; M-Z 12:00pm
team performs 4-5 times per season depending upon the
12U Girls – Nov. 5, 1:30pm
number of dances the team can learn.
14U Boys – Nov. 5, 2:00pm
15U Girls – Nov. 6, 3:00pm
16U Boys – Nov 7, 6:00pm CROSS COUNTRY
18U Boys – Nov. 8, 6:00pm Cross Country Ages 8 - 16
Age Cut-Off Date: Jan. 1, 2023 (Hint: Player age on
Coaches Meeting (1/1/23)
Age 6U Coed and above – Nov 15, 6:00pm at Fuquay-Varina This 6-week program is designed to teach the sport of
Community Center (820 S Main St) cross country. Including all, but not limited to stretching,
Team assignments emailed by Nov 18th. proper conditioning, necessary nutrition, and correct
running practices. The program is designed to teach
Draft Dates all these aspects through instruction, running, and
Held at Fuquay-Varina Community Center (820 S Main St) entertaining games. Participants will have 2 activities per
week for the duration of the program.
8U Boys – Nov 5, 9:00am
8U Girls – Nov 7, 6:00pm
Team rosters & practice schedules will be emailed to
9U Boys – Nov 5, 10:30am
parents by November 18th.
10U Boys – Nov 5, 12:00pm
10U Girls – Nov 8, 6:00pm
Activity Dates: Nov. 28, 2022 – Jan. 21, 2023
12U Boys – Nov 7, 7:00pm
Meet Dates: Dec. 17 and Jan. 21
12U Girls – Nov 9, 6:00pm
14U Boys – Nov 8, 7:00pm
15U Girls – Nov 10, 6:00pm
16U Boys – Nov 9, 7:00pm
18U Boys – Nov 10, 7:00pm
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
2022 FALL OPEN GYM SCHEDULE
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Active Adult Walkers Active Adult Walkers Active Adult Walkers
8:00am-8:55am 8:00am-8:55am 8:00am-8:55am
Pickleball (18 & Older) Pickleball (18 & Older) Pickleball (18 & Older)
9:00am-11:45am 9:00am-11:45am 9:00am-11:45am
Adult (18 & Older) Family/Home-School Adult (18 & Older) Family/Home-School Adult (18 & Older)
12:00pm-2:00pm 12:00pm-2:00pm 12:00pm-2:00pm 12:00pm-2:00pm 12:00pm-2:00pm
Teen (Ages 13-17) Family/Home-School Teen (Ages 13-17) Teen (Ages 13-17)
2:30pm-4:30pm 2:30pm-4:30pm 2:30pm-4:30pm 2:30pm-4:30pm
*Times subject to change depending on program & facility needs
Pickleball Open Gym Ages 18 & Older
Pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It may be a silly name, but it’s a serious sport!
It’s fast paced and easy to learn, great exercise and lots of fun! It is America’s fastest growing sport. Please wear
tennis shoes.
Fee: $10 Residents ($15 Non-Residents) Monthly
Drop in: $2 Residents ($4 Non-Residents) Daily
Family, Homeschool, Preschool, & Track-Out Open Gym
Participants are required to bring their own toys. No toys with wheels allowed. Food is prohibited in the
gymnasium. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Wear tennis shoes while in the gym.
Teen Open Gym Ages 13 - 17
Registration required. Parent must accompany youth to register for an Open Gym ID. Replacement cards
are $5.
Fee: Residents - Free; Non-Residents - $10 per month
Adult Open Gym Ages 18 & Older
Registration required. All players (Resident & Non-Resident) will be issued a PRCRD Open Gym ID card
and MUST present this ID at the front desk before entering the gym. Replacement cards are $5.
Fee: Residents - Free; Non-Residents - $10 per month
Drop-in Fee: Non-Residents $4 daily
FLYING FEET RUN CLUB YOUTH TENNIS
Flying Feet Run Club Ages 4 - 11 Youth Tennis Ages 6 - 12
Learn a growth mindset through running games and This program is for entry level players looking to
drills! Empowering Young Minds of all fitness levels to advance their skills and learn the game of tennis.
succeed in running, wellness, and life! Price includes Players will learn basic fundamentals in a positive
all six classes, a T-shirt, and an earned medal. learning environment. Skill development will be built
Days & Times: Saturdays, 2:00pm - 3:30pm using USTA Net Generation’s drills and games. 6 week
Session 1: Sept. 10 - Oct. 15 session with 2 day rain make ups.
Session 2: Nov. 5 - Dec. 10 Day & Time: Saturday, 9:00am - 10:00am
Location: South Park Session1: Aug. 6 - Sept. 17 (No Class Sept. 3)
Instructor: Sheila Haunert Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 12
Max: 10 Location: Action Park Tennis Courts
Fee: $120 (NR:150) Instructor: Jessica Rigney
Min: 4 Max: 20
Fee: $75 (NR: $94)
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
MOBILE MUSIC & EDUCATION HOLIDAY FUN
Mobile Music & Education for Kids Ages 7 - 13 Thankful Turkey Ages 5 - 8
Mobile Music and Education for Kids is an activity program Thanksgiving is the perfect time of the year
developed from educator Wanda Micheal’s “Whole to be thankful and to show gratitude. This
Child” teaching philosophy by engaging students through adorable thankful turkey craft will be created
art, math, science, exercise, and lots of fun! Wanda’s with glue, cardstock paper, googly eyes, and
work in education and diverse learning styles has been scissors. Please pre-register at the Community
featured in The Carolinian Newspaper, VoyageRaleigh Center or online.
and SHOUTOUT ATLANTA, and her recently published Date: Monday, Nov. 7
Musical Education & Fitness Walk interactive game Time: 2:00pm
is available wherever books are sold. Now, she has Location: Kitchen
developed a program that will engage your little learner Min: 4 Max: 15
in both mental and physical fitness! Mobile Music and Fee: Free
Education for Kids strives to meet the educational, health,
and developmental needs of students through creative Ornament Party Ages 2 - 10
activities and physical movement. Important skills and Usher in the Christmas Season by coming to
topics include: Introducing basic concepts in music, math, the Community Center and making your own
science and fitness; Develops coordination, strength and ornament for your tree. Refreshments will be
balance; Enhances vocabulary; Improves mental flexibility provided so please pre-register.
and critical thinking skills; Develops focus and attention Date: Monday, Dec. 12
to detail; Improves communication skills; Develops core Time: 2:00pm
and back strength; Improves spatial awareness; Enhances Location: Kitchen
reading comprehension; Improves hand-eye and foot-eye Min: 4 Max: 15
coordination; Promotes teamwork and cooperation with Fee: Free
others; Teaches test-taking strategies. Other great activities
include an introduction to the five families of instruments
(instruments are provided) and The Magic Box, which is a
COOL RHYTHMS
lesson on self-esteem and anti-bullying practices. Cool Rhythms Ages 11 & Older
Days and Times: Saturdays, 12:00pm-1:00pm
(Special Needs - Therapeutic
Session: Oct. 1 - Oct. 29
Location: Large Conference Room Drumming)
Instructor: Wanda Micheal Therapeutic drumming class for special
needs students using hand drums and
Max: 20 percussion instruments to help with focusing,
Fee: $160 (NR: $200) hyperactivity, coordination, cooperation,
listening skills, and brain integration. Class is
SANTA CALLS most beneficial for those with moderate needs.
Class is taught by Dori Staehle, percussionist,
Santa Calls Ages 3 - 7 drum teacher, and drum therapist with Next
Santa Claus has contacted the Town of Fuquay Varina to let Stage Drumming. Instruments provided.
us know he will be calling children ages 3-7 years old to find Days & Times: Wednesdays, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
out if they have been naughty or nice. Please register your Session 1: Sept. 14
child today for this very special call as space is limited! Session 2: Oct. 12
Register by 5:00pm, Wednesday, Nov. 30th Session 3: Nov. 16
Dates: Tuesday, Dec. 6 - Thursday, Dec. 8 Session 4: Dec. 14
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Jimmy Johnson Room
Session 1: Tuesday Instructor: Dori Staehle
Session 2: Wednesday Max: 10
Session 3: Thursday Fee: $3 (NR:$5)
Fee: Free
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
TAE KWON DO DYNAMIC MARTIAL ARTS
Tae Kwon Do Ages 10 & Older Dynamic Martial Arts Ages 7 - 14
This class is designed to teach traditional Chung Do Kwan The martial arts are a great way to exercise and build
Tae Kwon Do, which is the same style of Tae Kwon Do that self-confidence. Our Instructors have experience in Tae
was taught to the Republic of Korean armed forces during Kwon Do and Jui Jitsu and blend these arts together
the Vietnam War. This art, as it is called by name, involves into a fun and challenging experience. Dynamic
using the hands and feet for self-defense. In addition to is Christian based, and exists to equip students in
good exercise and self-defense, students learn courtesy, physical, mental, and spiritual conditioning. Students
integrity, perseverance and self-control. This class is earn belts at a belt test at the end of each semester.
open to adults. Uniforms may be purchased from the Uniforms consist of belt & t-shirt (both provided) and
instructor, and there are opportunities for promotional black exercise shorts or martial arts pants.
testing (promotional tests are optional). Each class consists of physical exercise, small group
Bible study led by the Dynamic leadership team, and
Days & Times: Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 7:30pm martial arts / self-defense. Special class times are
Session 1: Aug. 16 - Aug. 30 dedicated to sparring and grappling throughout the
Session 2: Sept. 6 - Sept. 20 semester.
Session 3: Sept. 27 - Oct. 11 Days & Times: Wednesdays, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Session 4: Oct. 18 - Nov. 1 Saturdays, 9:30am - 11:00am
Session 5: Nov. 8 - Nov. 22 (Sept. 14, 21, 24, 28, Oct. 5, 8, 12, 19, 22, 26, Nov. 2,
Session 6: Nov. 29 - Dec. 13 5, 9, 16, 19, 30, Dec. 3, 7, 14)
Location: Activity Room Session: Sept. 14 – Dec. 14
Instructor: Sean McLean Belt test and graduation ceremony is on Wed. Dec. 14.
Fee: $30 (NR: $38) Location: Jimmy Johnson Room
Instructor: Brenner McLean
Fee: $80 per semester (NR:$100)
NINPODO GENDAI NINJUTSU
Ninpodo Gendai Ninjutsu - Martial Arts Program CONSCIOUS WARRIORS KARATE
Ages 11 & Older
Ninpodo is based on the martial skills practiced by the Conscious Warriors Karate Ages 4 & Older
legendary warriors from Japan called Shinobi. The Providing structure, discipline, and help boost
instruction provided includes hand to hand combat, selfcontrol and focus. Martial arts are great self-defense
oriental weaponry, tactical and physical training. The practices, and provide a good alternative to team
hand to hand techniques include, but are not limited to: sports. Martial arts can help kids and adults feel more
strikes, kicks, throws, joint locks, chokes, pressure points confident. Classic karate is a sport everybody can
and others. The weapons training covers over 15 different learn, and as the instructor with 30+ years experience
weapons, including: sword (katana), staffs (Bo, Jo, I can adapt to different learning curbs and individual
Hanbo), nunchakus and knife (tanto). Professor Quiñones needs. Please note this is an ongoing class with no
(Hanshi) is a martial artist with 30 years of experience; starting or ending sessions, belt and promotions occur
certified in the US by the World Nindo Ryu Federation and with attendance and skill requirements are met.
in Japan by the Genbukan World Ninpo Bugei Federation. Day: Thursday
There is a ranking test at the end of every four sessions. Beginners Time: 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Martial arts gear and examination fee not included. Advanced Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Days & Times: Mondays, 7:00pm - 8:30pm & Saturdays, Session 1: Sept. 8 - Sept. 29
9:00am - 10:30am Session 2: Oct. 6 - Oct. 27
Session 1: Sept. 12 - Oct. 1 Session 3: Nov. 3 - Nov. 17
Session 2: Oct. 3 - Oct. 29 Session 4: Dec. 1 - Dec. 15
Session 3: Oct. 31 - Nov. 28 (No Class Nov. 26) Location: Large Conference Room
Session 4: Dec. 3 - Dec. 19 Instructor: Amy Bendura
Location: Activity Room Fee: $60 (NR: $75)
Instructor: Juan Quinones Drop-in: $15 (NR:$19)
Fee: $40 (NR: $50)
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
YOUNG CHEFS ACADEMY
Chef Jr Ages 8 - 12
Join us this semester celebrating our Fall holidays in the
kitchen. Each class will immerse our young chefs in a
world of culinary creativity and discovery. In addition to
developing cooking skills, we will incorporate elements
including: kitchen safety, presentation, proper food
handling, cooking & baking techniques, food preparation,
and so much more! Please advise of any dietary
restrictions at least one week prior to the class and on the
day of class.
Day & Time: Wednesday, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 1: Aug. 24 - Fabulous Fruit Salad with Peach
Filling and Watermelon and Mint Spritzer
Session 2: Sept. 21 - Apples! Apples! Apples! Applesauce,
Caramel Apples and Apple Cider
Session 3: Oct. 19 - Mummy Breadsticks, Spider Deviled
Eggs and Witches’ Brew Punch
Session 4: Nov. 16 - Pumpkin French Toast Sticks and
Pumpkin Pie Punch
Session 5: Dec. 14 - Gingersnap cookies and Hot Cocoa
Location: Community Center Kitchen
Instructors: Lynsay Stappenbeck
Max: 10
HEARTSAVER BLS
Fee: Free Basic Life Support (BLS) Ages 13 & Older
This course is geared towards healthcare and future
STORYBOOK CHEF JR. healthcare providers, and prehospital providers such as
EMT’s, Paramedics, Firefighters and in-facility hospital
Storybook Chef Jr. Ages 4 - 7 providers. Basic Life Support (BLS) is designed to give
Calling all Junior Chefs! Grab your aprons and join us you the knowledge and skills that may help save a life.
while we mix, chop, grate and stir to create yummy healthy You will learn the skills of high-quality Cardiopulmonary
recipes inspired by our favorite children’s book. So, let’s resuscitation (CPR), along with the importance of and
grab our favorite books and some healthy food alternatives how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and
and nurture both our minds and bodies. Please advise of obstructed airway management for all ages. This course
any dietary restrictions at least one week prior to class and is taught by a certified American Heart Association (AHA),
on the day of class. Instructor. At the completion of this course, participants will
Day & Time: Wednesday, 2:15pm - 3:00pm receive an AHA course completion eCard.
Session 1: Aug. 24- And Then Comes Summer - Summer Session 1: Wed., Sept. 7; 5:00pm-8:00pm
Fruit Kabobs with dip Session 2: Fri., Sept. 16; 9:30am-12:30pm
Session 2: Sept. 21 - The Leaf Thief - Apple Donuts Session 3: Sat. Sept. 17; 9:30am-12:30pm
Session 3: Oct. 19 - Crankenstein - Slime Popcorn Session 4: Fri. Oct. 7; 5:00pm-8:00pm
Session 4: Nov. 16 - Thankful - Thanksgiving Turkey Session 5: Sat. Oct. 8; 9:30am-12:30pm
Sandwiches Session 6: Thur. Oct. 13; 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Session 5: Dec. 14 - Santa Rex - Santa Fruit Pops Session 7: Fri. Nov. 4; 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Community Center Kitchen Session 8: Sat. Nov. 5; 9:30am-12:30pm
Instructors: Lynsay Stappenbeck Session 9: Thur. Nov. 10; 5:00pm-8:00pm
Max: 10 Session 10: Fri. Dec. 9; 9:30am-12:30pm
Fee: Free Session 11: Tues. Dec. 13; 5:00pm-8:00pm
Session 12: Thur. Dec. 15; 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Kitchen
Instructor: Melissa Harrison
Max: 6
Fee: $68 paid directly to instructor upon arrival. Cash or
money order only.
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SCRATCH NINJA
YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
Scratch Ninja 1 & 2 Ages 7 - 11
Computer - Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook
This class uses Scratch, a platform developed by MIT,
to teach fundamental coding concepts. We start from
the very basics, no prior coding experiences needed.
Students will learn core coding concepts such as
sequence, loop, and conditional. We will also use a wide
range of Scratch specific capabilities including motion,
sensing, control, and more. Your child will have a lot of
fun as we build a new project in every session ranging
from animation, games, to storytelling. Students not only
learn coding but also start creating from day 1! Building
on what students have learned in Unit 1, we continue to
cover important computer programming concepts such
as variables, messaging, and events. Again a new project
is created in every session. We will build fun games and
stories. Students can choose their own themes based
on their interests, while learning new coding and scratch
capabilities. They are challenged to be creative and solve
tough problems while learning the deeper computer
science concepts.
Day & Time: Mondays , 4:00pm - 4:55pm
Session: Sept. 12 - Oct. 31
HEARTSAVER CPR Location: Virtual
Heartsaver CPR Ages 13 & Older Instructor: Create & Learn
This course is designed to give you the knowledge Min: 2 Max: 8
and skills that may help save a life, and how to act Fee: $131 (NR: $164)
in an emergency. You will learn the skills required for
Infant, Child, and Adult Cardiopulmonary resuscitation AI EXPLORERS
(CPR), along with obstructed airway management,
and how to use an automated external defibrillator AI Explorers 1 & 2 Ages 9 - 13
(AED). This course is taught by a certified American Computer - Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook
Heart Association (AHA), Instructor. At the completion This is the first class in our fun and engaging series that
of this course, participants will receive an AHA course introduces students to the world of AI. Students will start
completion eCard. to learn the key concepts of AI, and moreover, get first-
Session 1: Wed., Sept. 7; 9:30am-12:30pm hand experience with cutting-edge AI applications for
Session 2: Fri., Sept. 16; 5:00pm-8:00pm image recognition, chatbots, machine learning, and more,
Session 3: Sat. Sept. 17; 2:00pm-5:00pm all in an age-appropriate way. We also build a small
Session 4: Tues. Sept. 20; 5:00pm - 8:00pm imagine recognition program in the class. With our small
Session 5: Fri. Oct. 7; 9:30am-12:30pm class size, world-class curriculum, and team projects,
Session 6: Sat. Oct. 8; 2:00pm - 5:00pm kids will also enjoy ample opportunities to exercise their
Session 7: Mon. Oct. 17; 5:00pm - 8:00pm creativity, critical thinking, and communication skills. This
Session 8: Fri. Nov. 4; 9:30am-12:30pm is a continuation of our AI Explorers 1 class, perfect for
Session 9: Sat. Nov. 5; 2:00pm-5:00pm students ready to explore more areas of AI. For example,
Session 10: Mon. Nov. 7; 5:00pm-8:00pm we discover how humans and AI can work together, and
Session 11: Thur. Nov. 17; 5:00pm-8:00pm how AI is able to win over human masters in games. Plus
Session 12: Fri. Dec. 9; 5:00pm-8:00pm we build a small AI system that plays games! We will also
Location: Kitchen go deeper into AI and robotics, and introduce deeper AI
Instructor: Melissa Harrison technical concepts. As always, this class features plenty
Max: 6 of hands-on experiences, creativity, and fun.
Fee: $73 paid directly to instructor upon arrival. Cash Day & Time: Mondays , 7:00pm - 7:55pm
or money order only. Session: Sept. 12 - Oct. 31
Location: Virtual
Instructor: Create & Learn
Min: 2 Max: 8
Fee: $131 (NR: $164)
10 www.fvparks.orgMINECRAFT MODDING QUEST
YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
Minecraft Modding Quest 1 & 2 Ages 7 - 11
The class starts from the basics however it covers those
pretty fast. For students who are new to coding, we
recommend taking Scratch Ninja 1 & 2 first before taking
this class. You need a Windows or Mac Computer to take
this class. Chromebook is very slow for running Minecraft.
iPad is not supported. Let the fun begin! We start from the
very basics of the coding concepts in this fun-filled class.
Students solve puzzles by coding an agent in the Minecraft
game to move, take actions, and react to the environment.
They are also given the opportunity to build open ended
puzzles on their own. We will cover core coding concepts
including sequence, conditional, loop, and more. All the
puzzles and projects are designed by our curriculum
experts exclusively for Create & Learn. Students start to
spend more time building open ended projects in level 2
which allow them to expand and be creative even more
easily. We also advance to teach intermediate coding ACCELERATED SCRATCH
concepts such as variables, event, and function. Using
Minecraft as the platform, students can code to place and Accelerated Scratch 1 & 2 Ages 10 - 15
break blocks, build structure, spawn animals, develop mini- Computer - Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook
games, and a lot more. They will feel empowered. Not only For middle schoolers that are new to coding.
can they play Minecraft, they can create their own favorite This class covers most of the foundational computer
games as well! science and coding concepts Scratch has, such as loops,
conditional, variables, and sensing. Students deliver a
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 4:00pm - 4:55pm project in each session ranging from animations and
Session: Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 games to graphic designs and storytelling. Students will
Location: Virtual be challenged to be creative and solve tough problems,
Instructor: Create & Learn while learning deeper computer
Min: 2 Max: 8 science concepts. In this part II of the Accelerated
Fee: $131 (NR: $164) Scratch coding series, we cover the more advanced
coding concepts in Scratch, such as functions and lists,
Day & Time: Fridays, 5:30pm - 6:25pm while continuing to explore cool features Scratch has
Session: Oct. 21 - Dec. 9 to offer such as cloning. Students will work on a new
Location: Virtual relatively complex projects in each session including
Instructor: Create & Learn animations, games, and storytelling. As with all of our
Min: 2 Max: 8 classes, there is lots of focus placed on creativity, critical
Fee: $131 (NR: $164) thinking, problem solving, and fun!
Day & Time: Tuesdays; 7:00pm - 7:55pm
Session: Oct. 4 - Nov. 22
Location: Virtual
Instructor: Create & Learn
Min: 2 Max: 8
Fee: $131 (NR: $164)
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TINY TOT GYMNASTICS
Tiny Tot Gymnastics Ages 2 - 3
A great time for bonding as your student develops
coordination and gross motor skills with the use of tumble
mats, bars, and themed obstacle courses. Your student
will leave class with new tumbling and balance skills.
Student should wear loose comfortable clothing and be
barefoot.
Day & Time: Thursdays; 10:30am - 11:00am
Session: Sept. 29 - Dec. 8 (No class Oct. 27, Nov. 3 &
Nov. 24)
Location: Jimmy Johnson Room
Instructor: Maggie Witter
Min: 6 Max: 12
Fee: $96 (NR: $120)
Day & Time: Thursdays; 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Session: Sept. 29 - Dec. 8 (No class Oct. 27, Nov. 3 &
Nov. 24)
Location: Jimmy Johnson Room
Instructor: Maggie Witter
Min: 6 Max: 12
Fee: $96 (NR: $120)
INTRO TO BASIC GYMNASTICS
Intro to Basic Gymanstics Ages 4 - 8
This class will teach basic structured tumble, balance,
and coordination skills. We will be using mats,balance
PHYSICAL FITNESS FUN beam, bars , and themed obstacle courses to introduce
Physical Fitness Fun Class Ages 6 - 10 fundamentals of gymnastics. Students should wear
Great for Homeschoolers and anyone with extra energy comfortable but fitted clothing for this class.
to burn. focus will be on variety of gym class skills,
some weeks basic sports skills, coronation relay skills, Day & Time: Thursdays; 11:15am - 12:00pm
group building games, always fun always action. Session: Sept. 29 - Dec. 8 (No class Oct. 27, Nov. 3 &
Wear loose fitting clothing with socks and sneakers for Nov. 24)
lots of movement in the gym. Location: Jimmy Johnson Room
Day & Time: Tuesdays; 2:00pm - 2:45pm Instructor: Maggie Witter
Session: Sept. 27 - Dec. 6 (No class Oct. 25, Nov. 1 & Min: 6 Max: 12
Nov. 22) Fee: $96 (NR: $120)
Location: Community Center Gym
Instructor: Maggie Witter Day & Time: Thursdays; 1:45pm - 2:30pm
Min:6 Max:12 Session: Sept. 29 - Dec. 8 (No class Oct. 27, Nov. 3 &
Fee: $96 (NR: $120) Nov. 24)
Location: Jimmy Johnson Room
Instructor: Maggie Witter
Min: 6 Max: 12
Fee: $96 (NR: $120)
*All programs subject to change based on
restrictions and guidelines set forth by the
Governor and CDC as well as the Town of
Fuquay-Varina.
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Wellness in the Woods Ages 10 & Older Fuquay Mineral Spring Ages 2 & Older
Be with the trees and let them inspire and calm you as you Our town is known for its mineral spring, which
use all of your senses to become more immersed in healing was discovered in 1858. The spring is believed
nature. Listen to a few seasonal quotes and nature poems, and to have healing powers and people have come
spend some quiet time taking in the forest environment. Please from far away to partake of the waters. Explore
wear long pants, bring something to sit on, and have plenty of the spring up close and delve into its history.
water on hand. For ages 10 & up. Children must have adult We’ll track how water moving underground and
accompaniment. through rocks can emerge on the land and cycle
Day & Time: Sunday; 4:00pm - 5:00pm through its watershed, and discuss aspects of the
Session: Sept. 4 Fuquay Spring’s chemical properties as well.
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson Envioronmental Education Day & Time: Friday; 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Park Session: Oct. 7
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope Location: Fuquay Mineral Spring Park
Fee:$8 (NR: $10) Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
Fee:$8 (NR: $10)
BIRDING BASICS HIKE
WEEDS & WILDFLOWERS WALK
Birding Basics Hike Ages 2 & Older
Birds come in many shapes, sizes, and colors; make unique Weeds & Wildflowers Walk
sounds; and are found in surprising locations. Explore their Ages 10 & Older
habitats, behaviors, and adaptations. Discover which ones live Weeds and wildflowers grow in diverse locations.
with us year-round or are migratory. Learn ways to identify birds These common plants can be our teachers and
and how to use binoculars, and get a birder’s life list to take show us abundance and generosity in the ways
home. For all ages. Children must have adult accompaniment. that they share their gifts of food, medicine,
Day & Time: Saturday; 10:00am - 11:30am beauty, and wholeness. Take a walk with an
Session: Sept. 10 herbalist to explore edible, medicinal, and other
Location: Fleming Loop Park useful plants that grow locally. Plan to hike
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope approximately 1 mile. Bring drinking water.
Fee:$10 (NR: $13) Day & Time: Sunday; 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Session: Oct. 9
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson
THE AUTUMN EQUINOX Envioronmental Education Park
The Autumn Equinox Ages 2 & Older Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
Celebrate the arrival of Fall by going on a sensory hike with a Fee:$15 (NR: $19)
park naturalist. Search for park wildlife and observe seasonal
changes, while learning about the history, cultural traditions, HARVEST-TIME ON THE FARM
and science associated with the Autumnal Equinox. Listen to fall
quotes and poems, and share a few of your own if you’d like. Harvest Time on the Farm Age 7 - 12
For all ages. Children must have adult accompaniment. The harvest season is a busy time for farmers.
Day & Time: Thursday; 11:00am - 12:00pm Put on your straw hat or sun bonnet and head to
Session: Sept. 22 the park on National Farmers Day to learn about
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education what farm families do to harvest their crops and
Park get ready for winter. Explore how families tend to
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope their farm animals, collect and store fall produce,
Fee:$8 (NR: $10) and prepare for the county fair! This is a drop off
program, but adults are welcome to stay.
FAMILY NATURE WALK Day & Time: Tuesday; 11:00am - 12:00pm
Session: Oct. 11
Family Nature Walk Ages 2 & Older Location: Falcon Park Picnic Shelter
Take your children outside to spend some quality time with them Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
enjoying the great outdoors, while getting some fresh air and Fee:$8 (NR: $10)
exercise together. Develop their interest in nature and listen to a
park naturalist as they share stories and fun facts about nature
and wildlife. Children must have adult accompaniment.
Day & Time: Saturday; 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Session: Sept. 24
Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
Fee:$8 (NR: $10)
(919) 552-1430 13YOUTH & PRESCHOOL SEASON SIGNS & SIGHTINGS
MISCHIEF & MONSTERS
Monsters & Mischief Ages 6 & Older Seasonal Signs & Sightings Ages 7 & Older
Don’t go out alone after dark on “Mischief Night” - join Head outdoors to identify tracks and read the signs
a park naturalist instead for a guided hike! What lurks that wildlife leaves behind. Go on a guided hike to
behind trees, hides behind rocks, slithers across the find seasonal wildlife and discover how a tracker
ground, or hunts in the dark? Explore the creepy critters can observe changes in nature to determine where
that come out at night and the weird ways they move animals have been and what they have been eating
about. Children must have adult accompaniment. and doing! For ages 7 & up. Children must have adult
Day & Time: Sunday; 6:00pm - 7:00pm accompaniment. Plan to hike the 2.2-mile Red Trail.
Session: Oct. 30 Bring drinking water.
Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve Day & Time: Saturday; 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope Session: Nov. 19
Fee:$8 (NR: $10) Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
THE FRUITS OF FALL Fee:$15 (NR: $19)
The Fruits of Fall Ages 7 & Older FAMILY NATURE QUEST
Forest fruits grow in many forms, such as nuts, pods,
capsules, and achenes that entice the wild animals Family Nature Quest Ages 2 & Older
that disperse them. Experience the colors and scents Enjoy nature as a family and invite your friends along to
of autumn on this naturalist-guided hike, where we’ll explore the outdoors together while playing a fun group
examine fruits found in the park and explore how seeds game. Gather clues for a scavenger hunt to liven up
are naturally distributed. For ages 7 and up. Children your walk in the woods while learning valuable nature
must have adult accompaniment. skills, discover native plants and animals, and observe
Day & Time: Wednesday; 1:00pm - 2:30pm the changes of seasons. For all ages. Children must
Session: Nov. 2 have adult accompaniment.
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson Envioronmental Day & Time: Friday; 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Education Park Session: Nov. 25
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve
Fee:$10 (NR: $13) Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
Fee:$15 (NR: $19)
FALL FOLIAGE WALK
WELCOMING THE WINTER TIME
Fall Foliage Walk Ages 2 & Older
Mother Nature puts on a colorful display in the fall, Welcoming the Winter Time
especially in the tall trees - from bright yellow and Ages 2 & Older
orange, to scarlet and rusty red, and dark purple. Take a brisk winter-time walk with a naturalist to explore
Explore this amazing seasonal event during a guided the seasonal changes that can be observed in nature,
hike and discover what these natural colors tell us about discover how wildlife prepare for the cold, and look for
the environment. For all ages. Children must have adult animal tracks and other wildlife signs. Make sure to
accompaniment. dress in layers! For all ages. Children must have adult
Day & Time: Saturday; 11:00am-12:00pm accompaniment.
Session: Nov. 5 Day & Time: Sunday; 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson Envioronmental Session: Dec. 4
Education Park Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
Fee:$8 (NR: $10) Fee:$8 (NR: $10)
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SCHOOL OF ROCK TIME TRAVELING WITH RANGER DAN
School of Rock Ages 7 - 14 Time Traveling with Ranger Dan Ages 7 - 9
Explore the kinds of rocks and minerals that are Have you ever wondered why dinosaurs translated from
found in the park. Take a hike to search out big Greek means “horrible lizards”? What about why both
boulders while learning about the three rock types, male and female Egyptians wore makeup around 3100
rock identification strategies, and local geology. For BC? Were the Chinese the first to create what we know
ages 7-14. This is a drop off program, but adults are today as “fireworks”? How about why gods, goddesses,
welcome to stay. heroes, heroines, and monsters played an important role
Day & Time: Wednesday; 2:00pm - 4:00pm in Ancient Greece? We’ll discover these answers and
Session: Dec. 14 more while traveling through space and time with Ranger
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Dan! This weekly program will be for two age groups:
Education Park 7-9 years of age and 10-12 years of age. Registration
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope is required for this program. A take-home activity will be
Fee:$15 (NR: $19) provided.
Day & Time: Friday; 10:00am - 11:30am
TALL TREES & EVERGREENS Session 1: Nov. 4 - Digging up the Past
Session 2: Nov. 11 - Catering to Royalty
Tall Trees & Evergreens Ages 6 & Older Session 3: Nov. 18 - Great Wall of China
The trees may be bare, but there is still much nature Session 4: Dec. 2 - When in Greece
to enjoy! Join us for a winter-time hike to identify some Session 5: Dec. 9 - Wild Wild West Wonder
favorite tree species from our area and explore the Location: Large Conference Room
seasonal strategies different trees use to survive the Instructor: Daniel Vestal
cold. Learn tree lore and tips for identification, and Min: 6 Max: 12
create a tree bark rubbing to take home. For ages 6 Fee: Free
and up. Children must have adult accompaniment.
Day & Time: Saturday; 1:00pm - 2:00pm Time Traveling with Ranger Dan Ages 10 - 12
Session: Dec. 17 Day & Time: Friday; 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve Session 1: Nov. 4 - Digging up the Past
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope Session 2: Nov. 11 - Catering to Royalty
Fee:$8 (NR: $10) Session 3: Nov. 18 - Great Wall of China
Session 4: Dec. 2 - When in Greece
Session 5: Dec. 9 - Wild Wild West Wonder
WREN KING OF THE WOODS Location: Large Conference Room
Wren King of the Woods Ages 5 & Older Instructor: Daniel Vestal
December 26th is traditionally known as Wren Day in Min: 6 Max: 12
some cultures. Explore the history of this day while Fee: Free
enjoying a brisk walk in the park in search of these
small brown birds with a large attitude. Sing a wren
song while hunting for evidence of winter-time bird
activity. For ages 5 and up. Children must have adult
accompaniment.
Day & Time: Monday; 11:00am - 12:00pm
Session: Dec. 26
Location: Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental
Education Park
Instructor: Rebeccah Cope
Fee:$8 (NR: $10)
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NC Wildlife - Living Wild! Series Ages 7 - 9
Have you ever wanted to know the difference between
venomous and non-venomous snakes? How about why
some animals can camouflage so well, for instance, the
praying mantis? Or what makes owls such great birds of
prey? These questions will be answered and more. This
weekly program will be for two age groups:
7-9 years of age and 10-12 years of age. Registration is
required for this program. A take-home
activity will be provided.
Day & Time: Friday; 10:00am - 11:30am
Session 1: Sept. 2 - Slithering Ss!
Session 2: Sept. 9 - Camouflaged Predator
Session 3: Sept. 16 - Who’s There?
Session 4: Sept. 23 - Spinning Webs
Session 5: Sept. 30 - Absolutely Batty
Location: Large Conference Room
Instructor: Daniel Vestal
Min: 6 Max: 12
Fee: Free
NC Wildlife - Living Wild! Series Ages 10 - 12 THE ASTONISHING & AMAZING
Day & Time: Friday; 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Session 1: Sept. 2 - Slithering Ss! The Astonishing & Amazing Ages 5 & Older
Session 2: Sept. 9 - Camouflaged Predator Have you ever wanted to know a brief history of your
Session 3: Sept. 16 - Who’s There? favorite comic book or graphic novel
Session 4: Sept. 23 - Spinning Webs characters? What about if there were animals from the
Session 5: Sept. 30 - Absolutely Batty natural world that are super as well? For
Location: Large Conference Room instance, just like Superman has super strength
Instructor: Daniel Vestal among other attributes, the African Dung Beetle
Min: 6 Max: 12 can lift 11 times its own weight. Or just like Wolverine
Fee: Free has regenerative abilities, the Axolotl can
recreate lost limbs.
THE TRASH TREK In honor of the spirit of Halloween, we encourage
families to dress up in family-friendly
The Trash Trek Ages 5 & Older appropriate costumes. This is a two-part program and
Have you ever wondered where your trash goes once will focus on families. We welcome all
waste management picks it up on trash families starting at the age of 5 and up! Registration is
days? Or what happens when trash and recycling don’t required for this program. A take-home
make it to waste management sites? Or activity will be provided.
do you want to find other ways to help your neighborhood Day & Time: Friday; 5:00pm - 6:30pm
keep it clean and neat? Session 1: Oct. 21 - MARVELous Mutations vs
In honor of National Recycling Day on Tuesday, November Distinctive Characteristics
15, 2022. This program will focus on Session 2: Oct. 28 - Heroes UNITE!
families and we welcome all families starting at the age of 5 Location: Large Conference Room
and up! Registration is required for Instructor: Daniel Vestal
this program. A take-home activity will be provided. Min: 6 Max: 20
Day & Time: Monday; 10:00am - 11:30am Fee: Free
Session: Nov. 14
Location: Activity Room
Instructor: Daniel Vestal
Min: 6 Max: 20
Fee: Free
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BACKPACKING 101
Backpacking 101 Ages 13 & Older
New to camping and don’t know where to get started?
Learn what to bring on your next backpacking or
camping trip. You’ll have the opportunity to try out
various types of backpacking equipment, from water
purification and stoves to first aid items. You will even
learn about some great gear hacks to avoid paying for
costly camping gear!
Day & Time: Saturday; 10:00am - 11:00am
Session: Sept. 17
Location: Falcon Park Hut
Instructor: Cameron Gatlin
Min: 6 Max: 12
Fee: $12 (NR: $15)
TENT CARE BASICS
Tent Care Basics Ages 13 & Older
Just purchased a new tent and unsure of how to care
for it long-term (or even short term)? Or maybe you’re
in the market for a tent and have no idea where to
start. Learn how to choose the right tent for you, how
to set it up, break it down and even get it back in the
BIG NC TENNIS
bag when you’re done! Feel free to BYOT (bring your Big NC Tennis Academy Ages 5 - 18
own tent) to this hands-on course! This is a 3-hour class divided into 3 unique parts.
Day & Time: Saturday; 10:00am - 11:00am The first hour will be a comprehensive dynamic
Session: Oct. 15 warmup, followed by endurance, agility, strength, and
Location: Falcon Park Hut conditioning. The second will focus on our skills of the
Instructor: Cameron Gatlin day, a mix of perfecting fundamentals, adding more
Min: 6 Max: 12 complex and difficult shots, and placement. The third
Fee: $12 (NR: $15) hour will be live ball hitting, rallying, match play, or
games. This class is for players who are playing UTR
BACKPACKING ABC’S tournaments and are looking to improve their UTR
number. Big NC Tennis host UTR tournaments every
Backpacking ABC’s: How to Properly Pack a month and students will be encouraged to play in
Backpack Ages 13 & Older those tournaments throughout the season. Work ethic,
Packing for any trip can be stressful, especially if you discipline, honesty, and responsibility aren’t just words,
are planning to hit the backcountry for a couple of they are values to live by. Students will be required to
days. Did you know there is an art to efficiently packing conduct themselves with outstanding character both
your backpack for wilderness trips? In this course, you on and off the courts. We believe that sports are a
will learn the fundamentals of properly packing your fundamental tool with which to instill these values and
backpack that will save you time on the trail, as well as they will be strictly upheld in our Academy.
ensuring minimal impact on your back and joints. Day & Time: Saturday and/or Sunday
Day & Time: Saturday; 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Session: Nov. 19 Session 1: Sept. 3 - Oct. 30
Location: Falcon Park Hut Session 2: Nov. 5 - Dec. 17
Instructor: Cameron Gatlin Location: Action Park Tennis Courts
Min: 6 Max: 12 Instructor: Coach Cole
Fee: $12 (NR: $15) Max: 18
Fee: $150 (NR: $188) for one day a week;
$200 (NR: $250) for two days a week
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YOUTH & PRESCHOOL
Level 1 Ages 5 - 9 Level 3 Ages 5 - 9
The first level class of the Big NC Tennis’ “3 levels The third level class of the Big NC Tennis’ “3 levels
to play” system! Great for first time or more to play” system! Is for students who are ready to
beginner tennis players. This class will focus on start playing matches. We will begin to work on
hand eye coordination, footwork, and skills games, strategy and ball placement. Students will be able
along with basic tennis techniques including to join our hitting sessions and play recreational
forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves. tennis matches. Our last level before tournament
Goals for level 1: Learning the basic tennis and Academy level tennis. Goals for level 3: Begin
vocabulary, Understanding basic rules, playing matches, Proper forehand, backhand, serve
Consistently contacting forehands and backhands and volley technique, Demonstrating respect and
with follow through, Demonstrating respect and work ethic both on and off the court, Demonstrating
work ethic both on and off the court. and understanding the importance of honesty in
Day & Time: Mondays and/or Wednesdays tennis, Demonstrating a respect for the game and
4:30pm - 5:15pm self with outstanding court conduct.
Session 1: Sept. 5 - Oct. 26 Day & Time: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
Session 2: Nov. 2 - Dec. 14 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Action Park Tennis Courts Session 1: Sept. 6 - Oct. 27
Instructor: Coach Cole Session 2: Nov. 1 - Dec. 15
Max: 18 Location: Action Park Tennis Courts
Fee: $75 (NR: $94) for one day a week; Instructor: Coach Cole
$120 (NR: $150) for two days a week Max: 18
Fee: $85 (NR: $107) for one day a week;
Level 2 Ages 5 - 9 $140 (NR: $175) for two days a week
The second level class of Big NC Tennis’ “3 levels
to play” system! For players who can consistently Level 1 Ages 10 - 13
make racket contact with the ball, and have the The first level class of the Big NC Tennis’ “3 levels
basic swing motions for forehands, backhands, to play” system! Great for first time or more
serve and volley. If you are looking to add on a beginner tennis players. This class will focus on
consistent serve and basic rally play, this is the hand eye coordination, footwork, and skills games,
class for you. Drills will be geared more towards along with basic tennis techniques including
live ball play, and we will begin to learn scoring forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves.
and rules of the game. A great class if you are Goals for level 1: Learning the basic tennis
looking to fine tune shots, but aren’t quite ready to vocabulary, Understanding basic rules,
start competing. Goals for level 2: Understanding Consistently contacting forehands and backhands
the rules of scoring, Being able to sustain at least with follow through, Demonstrating respect and
a 5 shot rally, Understanding the importance of work ethic both on and off the court.
work ethic in athletics, Demonstrating respect and Day & Time: Mondays and/or Wednesdays
work ethic both on and off the court. 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Day & Time: Mondays and/or Wednesdays Session 1: Sept. 5 - Oct. 26
5:15pm - 6:00pm Session 2: Nov. 2 - Dec. 14
Session 1: Sept. 5 - Oct. 26 Location: Action Park Tennis Courts
Session 2: Nov. 2 - Dec. 14 Instructor: Coach Cole
Location: Action Park Tennis Courts Max: 18
Instructor: Coach Cole Fee: $75 (NR: $94) for one day a week;
Max: 18 $120 (NR: $150) for two days a week
Fee: $75 (NR: $94) for one day a week;
$120 (NR: $150) for two days a week
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Level 2 Ages 10 - 13
The second level class of Big NC Tennis’ “3
levels to play” system! For players who can
consistently make racket contact with the
ball, and have the basic swing motions for
forehands, backhands, serve and volley. If
you are looking to add on a consistent serve
and basic rally play, this is the class for
you. Drills will be geared more towards live
ball play, and we will begin to learn scoring
and rules of the game. A great class if you
are looking to fine tune shots, but aren’t
quite ready to start competing. Goals for
level 2: Understanding the rules of scoring,
Being able to sustain at least a 5 shot rally,
Understanding the importance of work ethic
in athletics, Demonstrating respect and work
ethic both on and off the court. BIG NC TENNIS
Day & Time: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
5:15pm - 6:15pm High School Beginner Class Ages 13 - 18
Session 1: Sept. 6 - Oct. 27 This class is designed for students new to tennis or
Session 2: Nov. 1 - Dec. 15 still developing the shots required to play on a high
Location: Action Park Tennis Courts school tennis team. We will work on serves, forehand
Instructor: Coach Cole and backhand technique with our objective being to
Max: 18 consistently rally and begin to play matches! Goals
Fee: $75 (NR: $94) for one day a week; for High School Beginner, Learning tennis terms,
$120 (NR: $150) for two days a week Consistent rally’s, Demonstrating respect and work ethic
both on and off the court.
Level 3 Ages 10 - 13 Day & Time: Mondays and/or Wednesdays
The third level class of the Big NC Tennis’ 7:00pm - 8:00pm
“3 levels to play” system! Is for students Session 1: Sept. 5 - Oct. 26
who are ready to start playing matches. Session 2: Nov. 2 - Dec. 14
We will begin to work on strategy and ball Location: Action Park Tennis Courts
placement. Students will be able to join our Instructor: Coach Cole
hitting sessions and play recreational tennis Max: 18
matches. Our last level before tournament and Fee: $75 (NR: $94) for one day a week;
Academy level tennis. Goals for level 3: Begin $120 (NR: $150) for two days a week
playing matches, Proper forehand, backhand,
serve and volley technique, Demonstrating High School Recreational Tennis Ages 13 - 18
respect and work ethic both on and off the A class for high school players who aren’t quite ready
court, Demonstrating and understanding for tournaments but are playing or ready to play
the importance of honesty in tennis, matches. Focus will be on rally’s, live ball drills, and
Demonstrating a respect for the game and self further development of groundstrokes and serves with
with outstanding court conduct. spin and aim.
Day & Time: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays Goals for High School Rec: Students playing in
6:15pm - 7:15pm matches, Understanding the rules, Demonstrating
Session 1: Sept. 6 - Oct. 27 respect and work ethic both on and off the court.
Session 2: Nov. 1 - Dec. 15 Day & Time: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
Location: Action Park Tennis Courts 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Instructor: Coach Cole Session 1: Sept. 6 - Oct. 27
Max: 18 Session 2: Nov. 1 - Dec. 15
Fee: $85 (NR: $107) for one day a week; Location: Action Park Tennis Courts
$140 (NR: $175) for two days a week Instructor: Coach Cole
Max: 18
Fee: $75 (NR: $94) for one day a week;
$120 (NR: $150) for two days a week
(919) 552-1430 19TEEN CHEFS TEEN COUNCIL
TEENS
Teen Chefs Ages 13 - 18 Teen Council
Join us this semester testing our culinary skills with
The Teen Council helps the Parks, Recreation &
savory dishes inspired from around the world. Each
Cultural Resources Department increase community
class will immerse our chefs in a world of culinary
service and recreation opportunities for teens. Teen
creativity and discovery. In addition to developing
Council participates in all special events, organizes
cooking skills, we will incorporate elements including:
events for teens, promotes the department, recruits
Kitchen safety, Presentation, Proper food handling,
new members, and serves as exemplary citizens.
Cooking & baking techniques, Food preparation, And so
Meetings: 2nd Monday of each month
much more!
Time: 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Please advise of any dietary restrictions at least one
Location: Community Center Kitchen
week prior to the class and on the day of class.
Fee: Free
Day & Time: Wednesday, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Contact: Leslie Poole;
Session 1: Aug. 24- Hawaiian Chicken, Cilantro Lime
lpoole@fuquay-varina.org
Rice and Grilled Pineapple
Session 2: Sept. 21 - Shrimp/Pork Lo Mein with
Sesame Garlic Broccoli HAUNTED TRAIL VOLUNTEERS
Session 3: Oct. 19 - Chicken Pesto Panini with French
Onion Soup Haunted Trail Volunteers Meeting
Session 4: Nov. 16 - Taco Bar with homemade tortillas The Parks and Recreation Department is looking
Session 5: Dec. 14 - Gingerbread Layer Cake and Hot for volunteers to work the annual haunted trail.
Cocoa Volunteers are expected to attend to meetings and
Location: Community Center Kitchen to work the event on Oct. 15.
Instructors: Lynsay Stappenbeck 1st Public Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 6:00pm at
Max: 10 Fuquay-Varina Community Center (820 S. Main St)
Fee: Free 2nd Public Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 6:00pm at
Fuquay-Varina Community Center (820 S. Main St)
TEEN TENNIS
EVENTS & FUN
Teen Tennis Ages 12 - 18
In Teen Tennis we will work on better ball Coat Drive
placement and control. Class focuses on serves All throughout the month of December the
and competitive drills. Singles and doubles play is Community Center along with Teen Council will be
also developed. collecting coats for donations. Please drop by your
Day & Time: Saturday, 10:00am - 11:00am coats during operational hours and we will be sure
Session1: Aug. 6 - Sept. 17 (No Class Sept. 3) that the are delivered to someone in need.
Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 12 Dates: Dec. 2 - Dec. 19
Location: Action Park Tennis Courts Location: Community Center
Instructor: Jessica Rigney
Min: 4 Max: 20 Thanksgiving Potluck
Fee: $75 (NR: $94) Bring your favorite dish and celebrate Thanksgiving
with Teen Council.
Date: Monday. Nov. 14
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Community Center Kitchen
Fee: Free
Food Drive
All throughout the month of December the
Community Center and Teen Council group will be
collecting nonparishable food items. There will be
boxes located at the front door of the Community
Center. Any donations will go to the local food pantry
to help someone in need.
Dates: Dec. 2 - Dec. 19
Location: Community Center
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