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PINEHURST ACTIVITY GUIDE September 2021 to January 2022 Pinehurst Parks & Recreation 910-295-2817 210 Rattlesnake Trail, Pinehurst, NC 28374 parksandrec@vopnc.org | www.pinehurstrec.org 1
Staff Directory West Pinehurst Community Park Winter Training Returns to the Mark Wagner Parks & Recreation Director mwagner@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 Planning for the 74-acre West Pinehurst Community Park Pinehurst Harness Track development is nearing conclusion. A final draft of the Site The Pinehurst Harness Track is the oldest continuously JoEllen Richter Administrative Assistant jrichter@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 Master Plan is expected to be presented to the Village operating equine sports facility in the state. The 111- Dave White Recreation Superintendent dwhite@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 Council for consideration and adoption in September. acre Harness Track has been a winter training center for Nicole Benbow Recreation Program Coordinator nbenbow@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 In early 2021, the Parks & Recreation Department Standardbred horses since 1915! The facility includes a 1-mile clay training track, a 1/2-mile sand/clay training Megan McDonald Special Events Coordinator mmcdonald@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 contracted with McAdams Consulting Firm to provide track, and a 5/8-mile sand jog track with over 240 stalls in Emily Zalzneck Events Assistant ezalzneck@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 site master planning and design services for the project, 17 barns. including multiple public input opportunities,. Holly Neal Fair Barn Coordinator hneal@vopnc.org 910-295-0166 Training season resumes on October 15, 2021 and will run Kevin Brewer Buildings & Grounds Superintendent kbrewer@vopnc.org 910-295-8657 The latest concept plan designs will be added to the Engage through May 1, 2022 with horses on the track from sunrise Pinehurst portal at engage.vopnc.org/parkplan and a draft Gary Thomas Facility Maintenance Technician gthomas@vopnc.org 910-420-1627 to 1:00pm Monday through Saturday. Please note that the copy of the proposed Master Plan will be also be available. facility is closed to walkers, joggers, dog walking (must be Dale O’Quinn Facility Maintenance Technician doquinn@vopnc.org 910-420-1627 If the Site Master Plan is approved by Council, it is on leash), and hitting golf balls until after 1:00pm during Ryan Leach Parks Maintenance Supervisor rleach@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 anticipated that funds for development of park amenities training season. The speed limit on the property is 10mph Chad Deese Parks Maintenance Specialist I cdeese@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 may be available beginning in July 2022. and horses always have the right of way. The public is welcome to park along the fence between the Fair Barn and Vincent Garzo Parks Maintenance Specialist II vgarzo@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 the Track Restaurant to watch the horses in training during Jonathan Priddy Parks Maintenance Specialist II jpriddy@vopnc.org 910-295-2817 the season. Scotty Freeman Track Superintendent sfreeman@vopnc.org 910-420-1628 The Village, along with the Pinehurst Driving & Training Clint Vaughn Track Specialist cvaughn@vopnc.org 910-295-4446 Club, hope to resume the annual Spring Matinee Races in Guadalupe Dominguez Track Specialist gdominguez@vopnc.org 910-295-4446 April 2022 after cancellations the past two years due to Covid-19. Be on the look-out for more information in the Matthew Magid Track Specialist mmagid@vopnc.org 910-295-4446 coming months. Registration Guidelines & Policies Three Easy Ways to Register Congratulations! PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! The Parks & Recreation Department would like to Participation for all programs is on a first-paid, ONLINE recognize and congratulate one of our own. Program first-served basis. Participants can register online at www.pinehurstrec.org Coordinator Nicole Benbow graduated from North www.pinehurstrec.org, in person at the Community Carolina State University in May with her Masters of Center, 210 Rattlesnake Trail, or over the phone by IN PERSON Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Sport Management! calling 910-295-2817. Payment is due at the time of Registrations are accepted at the front Congratulations, Nicole, on completing two years of hard registration—there are no exceptions! work for this program and achieving your goals! desk of the Community Center, 210 PROGRAM CANCELLATIONS Rattlesnake Trail. We reserve the right to cancel any class, activity, or event because of failure to meet minimum enrollment. BY PHONE Table of Contents To prevent cancellations, please pre-register with the Call 910-295-2817 during business hours Recreation Department. If there is a cancellation, a credit or refund will be issued. Any program cancelled or and have your credit card ready. 4 SPECIAL EVENTS 14 ADULT PROGRAMS postponed due to inclement weather will be announced by email, telephone, or social media. Every effort will be 6 HARNESS TRACK & FAIR BARN EVENTS 17 WHEELCHAIR SPORTS made to notify the participants and refund requests will be processed (minus a $10.00 administrative fee). DONT WAIT TO REGISTER! 8 ADULT & YOUTH ATHLETICS 17 SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS 50+ INDIGENT YOUTH POLICY Be sure to register early for classes. Classes that don’t meet their minimum enrollment are generally cancelled, 10 GREENWAY TRAIL MAP 18 SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS No Pinehurst resident youth will be denied participation so your registration could make the difference. based on their ability to pay. 12 PARKS, TRAILS, & FACILITIES 19 YOUTH PROGRAMS 2 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Staff Directory • Registration • Parks & Recreation Update 3
SPECIAL EVENTS FLUTTERBY FESTIVAL Enjoy live music, fun activities and food while learning about Monarch butterflies, insects and birds! Tour the HOLLY ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL The Pinehurst Parks & Recreation Department is proud NOVEMBER September to January to sponsor the annual Holly Arts & Crafts Festival Pollinator Garden at the Village Arboretum and learn presented by the Pinehurst Business Partners. The about the plants that attract and support our pollinators. TURKEY TROT festival combines the talents of over 100 hand-crafters Explore all stages of the butterfly life cycle and then step in a variety of genres – from woodworking to glass, Set Up Events is back in the Arboretum with The All special events are tentative and may into the magical Monarch butterfly tent where you will stitched art to lawn ornaments, hand-crafted jewelry FirstHealth Pinehurst Turkey Trot, presented by the be surrounded by newly emerged Monarch butterflies. Village of Pinehurst. Runners will have the chance to be modified based on current COVID-19 Finally, help to release the Monarch butterflies so they to metal sculpture. Downtown shops offer sales and specials and a food court will have a variety of trek through the streets and residential neighborhoods regulations. can join the great migration to Mexico. On hand will be offerings. For more information on the event, please visit of our beautiful Village. More information about the music provided courtesy of the Carolina Philharmonic, www.pinehurstbusinesspartners.com. event can be found at www.setupevents.com. exhibits and information from local organizations, food Saturday, November 20 l Village Arboretum Saturday, October 16 l Village Center SEPTEMBER vendors, kids’ activities and information on how to create your own pollinator garden. Organized by the Village 10:00am-4:00pm Heritage Foundation with support from the Village of Pinehurst. PINEHURST LIVE AFTER 5 Beach music with The Entertainers, dancing, and kids’ Saturday, September 25 l The Village Arboretum DECEMBER activities will ensure a good time for all ages. Wildfire 11:00am–2:00pm Wood Fire Pizza, Meat & Greek, and Polar Ices will be on-site with a wide selection for all to enjoy. Beer, CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING wine, and additional beverages will also be available for SANDHILLS FARMERS MARKET Once a year, the Village of Pinehurst comes alive with purchase. Picnic baskets are allowed; however, outside The market features many wonderful farms, nurseries, holiday spirit at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. alcoholic beverages are not permitted. bakeries, meat and egg providers, cheesemakers and Bring your family and friends to Tufts Memorial Park This is a great FREE event the entire family is sure to specialty food producers our area has to offer. Be sure for music, holiday cheer, and of course, the chance the enjoy. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs, blankets, to enjoy the market every Saturday through October 2. see Santa! Enjoy festive fun from 5:00pm-7:30pm and and dancing shoes! For more information visit: www.moorefarmfresh.com the official lighting of the tree is scheduled for 6:30pm. Vendors will be onsite with food & beverages available Friday, September 10 l Tufts Memorial Park Saturdays through October 2 l Tufts Memorial Park for purchase. This is a free event for your entire family to 5:15pm–5:50pm: Paige King Johnson 10:00am–1:00pm enjoy OKTOBERFEST Friday, December 3 l Tufts Memorial Park 6:00pm–9:00pm: The Entertainers Oktoberfest returns to Tufts Memorial Park this 5:30pm-7:30pm OCTOBER October. The evening kicks off with Kinderfest from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, a fun festival for children and families to enjoy. There will be fun crafts and a Halloween costume show-off. Following Kinderfest, we’ll have PINEHURST LIVE AFTER 5 We are ready for beach music with The Sand Band! traditional Oktoberfest activities from 6:00pm – 9:00pm JANUARY featuring German music by The Mountain Top Polka Beach music, dancing, and kids’ activities will ensure a Band. Food and beverages will be available to purchase good time for all ages. King Hot Dog, House of Odell throughout the day. Picnic baskets are allowed, & Luella, and Crepe Minds Think Alike will be on-site however, outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted. PINEHURST PAINTS WITH WINE & DESIGN with a wide selection for all to enjoy. Beer, wine, and Saturday, October 23 l Tufts Memorial Park Enjoy a relaxing night at the Fair Barn with our annual additional beverages will be available for purchase. Pinehurst Paints event. Make it a date night with your Picnic baskets are allowed; however, outside alcoholic 4:00pm-6:00pm: Kinderfest significant other or a girls’ night out with friends. Wine beverages are not permitted. 6:00pm-9:00pm: Oktoberfest & Design Southern Pines will lead the class in a fun EATS, BEATS, & BREWS and easy painting. More details and ticket sales will This is a great FREE event the entire family is sure to Everyone’s favorite food truck rodeo is back at the Village enjoy. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs, blankets, be available closer to the event date, so stay tuned to Arboretum! Eats, Beats, and Brews offers a variety of your and dancing shoes! our Facebook page (facebook.com/vopnc) and website favorite local vendors while bringing something new into (www.vopnc.org)! town. Wine and craft beer will be available for purchase; Friday, October 8 l Tufts Memorial Park Saturday, January 29 l The Fair Barn outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Live 5:15pm–5:50pm: Eryn Fuson entertainment and kids’ activities are planned throughout 6:00pm-9:30pm 6:00pm–9:00pm: The Sand Band the evening for all to enjoy. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes and appetite! Thank you to our Live After 5 stage sponsor: Saturday, September 18 l The Village Arboretum 5:00pm–6:00pm: Paige King Johnson 6:00pm–9:00pm: Tony Barnes Band 4 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Special Events 5
Events at the Pinehurst Harness Track 200 Beulah Hill Road South | 910-420-1628 Events at the Fair Barn 200 Beulah Hill Road South | 910-295-0166 All events are tentative and may be modified based on current COVID-19 regulations. BEEF & BEER Presented by: Duskin & Stephens Foundation With plenty of beef and beer, live music, games, face Cool Down Dressage September 4-5 All Day Kay Whitlock 910-692-8467 painting, an auction, and more, it’s always a great time! Pinehurst Fall Dressage September 18-19 All Day Cassidy Sitton 618-201-3290 For more information, visit duskinandstephens.org. Standardbred Training Season Oct. 15-May 1 7:00am-1:00pm Scotty Freeman 910-420-1628 Date: September 3 Dressage Schooling Show January 9, 2022 All Day Cassidy Sitton 618-201-3290 Dressage Schooling Show January 23, 2022 All Day Cassidy Sitton 618-201-3290 VILLAGE HERITAGE FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER Dressage Schooling Show February 6, 2022 All Day Cassidy Sitton 618-201-3290 Presented by: Village Heritage Foundation (VHF) Call 910-295-0166 to rent the Fair Barn for your event! Dressage Schooling Show February 27, All Day Cassidy Sitton 618-201-3290 The VHF promotes the preservation, restoration, 2022 enhancement, and maintenance of the historic Village of Pinehurst. For more information, visit HOMECOMING FUNDRAISER villageheritagefoundation.org Presented by: The Carolina Philharmonic Date: September 22 Live music, an auction, food and beverage for a great cause! For more information, visit carolinaphil.org. Date: October 29 DANCE FIT FOR A CURE Presented by: Carolina Property Sales & Forte Fitness PURSE BINGO Have fun dancing the evening away while raising Presented by: The Academy of Moore PTO money for a great cause! For more information, visit Play Bingo to win name brand purses and bags. For more fortefitnessgym.com. information, visit facebook.com/pursebingofundraisertamc. Date: October 8 Date: November 6 WINE IN THE PINES FUNDRAISER HARVEST FUNDRAISER Presented by: Junior League of Moore County Presented by: Family Promise of Moore County Taste wines from around the world with hors d’oeurve For more information, visit familypromise.org. pairings, live music, lawn games, and a silent auction! Date: October 14 More information: facebook.com/junior-league-of- moore-county. Date: November 19 MOORE TRIVIA Presented by: The Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills & Moore County Chamber of Commerce BACKPACK PALS CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Bring a team to this fun and relaxed event you’ll be Presented by: Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC talking about for weeks after. For more information, visit No event admission fee, but love offerings that benefit sandhillsbgc.org. BackPack Pals of Moore County. For more information, Date: October 15 visit foodbankcenc.org. Date: December 2 LOW COUNTRY BOIL FUNDRAISER Presented by: Givens Memorial Library/Tufts Archives CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES S upport the Given’s Memorial Library/Tufts Archives Presented by: Pinehurst United Methodist Church and enjoy a wonderful low country boil! For more All three services are free and open to the public. For information, visit giventufts.org. more information, visit pinehurstumc.org TRADITION & EXCELLENCE IN A VENUE LIKE NO OTHER Date: October 27 Date: December 24 910.295.0166 . thefairbarn.org All events are tentative and may be modified based on current COVID-19 regulations. 6 We would Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January love to host your next event at the 2022 Section Track Fair Barn & Harness Information SpecialGoes Here Events 77 Fair Barn! Contact us at 910-295-0166 or visit
YOUTH: TENNIS LESSONS ADULT YOUTH Instructor Steve Musgrove and The Lawn & Tennis Club of North Carolina are working with the Pinehurst Parks ATHLETICS ATHLETICS & Recreation Department to create a sustainable, year- round tennis program for youth tennis players in the community. Sessions are four weeks long and will be held All leagues, lessons, and camps are All leagues, lessons, and camps are at The Lawn & Tennis Club of North Carolina. tentative and may be modified based on tentative and may be modified based on Session Dates Tuesdays: Ages 5-12 current COVID-19 regulations. current COVID-19 regulations. September 7-28 l October 12-November 2 Session Dates Wednesdays: Ages 12-17 YOU MAKE THE CALL YOUTH: BASKETBALL LEAGUE September 8-29 l October 13-November 3 We are always looking for someone who wants to ADULT: OPEN GYM PROGRAMS This program is for girls and boys ages 5-15 to have FUN Session Dates Thursdays: Ages 5-12 stay in the game by becoming a sports official. No Participants must have an Open Gym Membership to while learning the basic fundamentals of basketball. Age September 9-30 l October 14-November 4 experience is necessary, and training will be provided. participate in open gym programs: basketball, pickleball, will be determined as of 1/1/22. Interested in coaching? Times: Ages 5 - 8 4:00pm-5:00pm Sports currently offered: flag football, baseball, softball, volleyball, and walking/jogging. To register for an Open Indicate so while registering. Visit pinehurstrec.org for Ages 9–12 5:00pm-6:00pm basketball, kickball, volleyball, and wiffleball. Gym Membership, contact the Parks and Recreation more information on dates and times. Ages 12-17 4:00pm-6:00pm If interested, contact Dave White at dwhite@vopnc.org. Department or visit pinehurstrec.org. Membership Registration Deadline: November 15 or until the league Cost: Ages 5-12: $35, Ages 12-17: $85 periods are January–June and/or July–December. is full, whichever comes first. Cost: First Practice: December 4 Individual $15 Residents; $30 Non-Residents Cost: $20 Residents, $40 Non-Residents YOUTH & FAMILY OPEN GYM PROGRAMS Family $30 Residents; $60 Non-Residents Participants must have an Open Gym Membership to participate in open gym programs: basketball, Schedules may change due to other activities and YOUTH: SANDHILLS OPTIMIST BASEBALL volleyball, and open play. To register for an Open leagues, so check with the department for an updated The Pinehurst Parks & Recreation Department Gym Membership, contact the Parks & Recreation schedule for each open gym activity. co-sponsors this league with the Sandhills Optimist Club Department or visit pinehurstrec.org. Membership for youth ages 7-12. periods are January–June and July–December. Contact Sandhills Optimist directly for registration deadlines Cost: and additional information: www.sandhillsoptimistclub.com. Individual* $15 Residents; $30 Non-Residents Family $30 Residents; $60 Non-Residents MENDAE NON CONSEQUIAM HICAE *Youth 12 and under must have a family Open Gym ADULT: WIFFLEBALL LEAGUE Culles doloruntur? Hiliquam est, coria pel maio membership and be supervised by a guardian at all times. This exciting league is only for adults 18 and older. Three Easy Ways to Register molorumque nones renis ma nihillam, nisciamus ea Schedules may change due to other activities and Register by teams consisting of a minimum of five players. voluptatur? Berit quam, commo venecta sperum leagues, so check with the department for an updated The league will play indoors at the Community Center. ONLINE quunt eumqui des vitae preped. schedule for each open gym activity. Captains/Info Meeting: Thursday, January 27 at 7:00pm www.pinehurstrec.org at the Community Center, 210 Rattlesnake Trail Registration: February 1 –March 1 or until the league is IN PERSON YOUTH: AC SANDHILLS SOCCER & LACROSSE full, whichever comes first AC Sandhills is an athletic club for ages 3 and up for a Registrations are accepted at the front Length of Season: Mid-March to mid-May (may be variety of sports such as soccer, girls’ lacrosse, travel adjusted depending on the number of teams) desk of the Community Center, 210 volleyball and a youth triathlon club. YOUTH: INLINE HOCKEY CLINICS Additional information, registration forms, and roster forms Rattlesnake Trail. FREE inline hockey clinics for boys and girls ages 5-18, Registration and more information can be found at will be available online after the Captains Meeting. designed for beginners and advanced beginners to work www.acsandhills.com. BY PHONE on specific skills to improve their game. Participants Call 910-295-2817 during business should bring a helmet, skates, and stick. We encourage all participants to wear a mouth guard and additional hockey YOUTH: MINI STICKS hours and have your credit card ready. ADULT: INLINE HOCKEY equipment such as gloves, knee pads, shin guards, elbow Lacrosse for boys and girls ages 4-8. Mini Sticks is The inline hockey rink will be open Wednesday and pads, etc. For more information, email dwhite@vopnc.org. designed to develop lacrosse skills through fun games Sunday evenings, 8:00pm–10:00pm for adults ages 18 Location: Hockey Rink at Rassie Wicker Park and exercises so kids grow a love of the game. Kids are and over. Registration is required and can be completed grouped by age and equipment is provided! One session Session 1: September 10-October 1 at www.pinehurstrec.org. consists of four Sundays in a row and sibling discounts Session 2: October 9-30 are offered. For more information and a current schedule, contact Dave White at dwhite@vopnc.org. Time: 6:00pm–7:00pm l Cost: FREE Visit www.shineonsports.com to register or learn more. 8 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Adult Athletics • Youth Athletics 9
CONTACT Village of Pinehurst Parks and Recreation 210 Rattlesnake Trail Pinehurst, NC 28374 910-295-2817 TRAIL INFORMATION 2004 Greenway 3.96 Mi 2005 Greenway 0.92 Mi RASSIE WICKER PARK " ) i r 2006, 2007, & 2011 Greenway 2.92 Mi CANNON PARK 2008 Fit Community Grant Greenway 0.3 Mi _ ! 2009 COPP Greenway Grant 0.28 Mi m ! ! _ " ) i 2009 COPP Sidewalk Grant 0.36 Mi ! 3 2011 Library Connection 0.49 Mi 2016 Dundee Extension 0.25 Mi Forrest Drive Extension 0.56 Mi PARKS CANNON PARK JAMES W. TUFTS WEST PINEHURST JAMES W. TUFTS MEMORIAL PARK MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY PARK RASSIE WICKER PARK WEST PINEHURST COMMUNITY PARK PARK AMENITIES Baseball Field " ) i r Pollinator Garden Bocce Court _ ! Restroom ! 3 Covered Picnic Shelter Shuffleboard Court Disc Golf Soccer Field Inline Hockey Court Softball Field " ) i Parking m ! Splash Pad © OpenStreetMap (and) contributors, Playground CC-BY-SA Tennis Court Village of Pinehurst Parks & Recreation Greenway Trail Map Scale Bar Village of Pinehurst Disclaimer: It is understood that the data contained herein is subject to constant change and that its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. The maps have been created from information provided by various government and private sources at various levels of accuracy. The data is provided to you “as is” with no warranty, representation or guaranty as to the content, sequence, 0 0.25 0.5 1 1.5 2 accuracy, timeliness or completeness of any of the information provided herein. It is the Kilometers responsibility of the user of the data to be aware of the data’s limitations and to utilize the data © OpenStreetMap (and) contributors, in an appropriate manner. Any resale of this data is strictly prohibited in accordance with 0 0.17 0.35 0.7 1.05 1.4 North Carolina General Statutes 132-10. CC-BY-SA Miles Coordinate System NAD 1983 StatePlane North Carolina FIPS 3200 (US Feet) 10 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Greenway Trail Map 11
PARKS, TRAILS, & FACILITIES Our parks offer a wide range of activities including soccer/baseball fields, picnic shelters, an in-line hockey rink, a disc golf course, a splash pad, and miles of greenway trails. In addition, many of our facilities are WICKER PARK THE PINEHURST HARNESS TRACK THE PINEHURST GREENWAY SYSTEM Wicker Park is a 103-acre facility with 2 shuffleboard available to rent for parties, weddings, and and 2 bocceball courts, 2 tennis courts, a soccer field, The Pinehurst Harness Track is a 111-acre equestrian The Pinehurst Greenway System currently has 7.6 facility and winter training center for Standardbred miles of trail. If you would like information on the special events. Visit vopnc.org/facilities for an in-line hockey rink, a playground, a Splash Pad, paved horses. The facility hosts several shows and events location of future phases, please call the department more information. walking trails, brick sidewalks, an expanded trail system throughout the year. for more information. and concession stand/restroom facility. View upcoming events at the Pinehurst Track on page 6 Please note that trails are for pedestrian and bicycling access only. Motorized vehicles, such as golf carts, are prohibited on the trails. Violators are subject to fines and penalties as set forth in the Village of Pinehurst Municipal Code. See the Greenway Map on pages 10–11 THE CANNON PARK COMMUNITY CENTER The Community Center, located at 210 Rattlesnake Trail, houses various programs, camps, classes, THE ARBORETUM and athletic leagues and is also home to Parks & Wicker Park is also home to the 33-acre Arboretum THE FAIR BARN Recreation staff offices. Find more information at developed by the Village Heritage Foundation. The The ever-popular Fair Barn, located on the grounds vopnc.org/communitycenter. Arboretum’s Gardens and Timmel Pavilion may be of the Harness Track, was built in 1917 and is the reserved for weddings, receptions and other events. oldest surviving early twentieth-century fair exhibition hall in North Carolina. This renovated barn serves as a multi-purpose community gathering place for recep- TUFTS MEMORIAL PARK tions, private parties, rehearsal dinners and weddings. Tufts Memorial Park is located in the heart of the Village View upcoming events at the Fair Barn on page 6 center and features a beautiful open green space with benches and picnic tables around the perimeter of the park. Tufts Park is home of the popular Pinehurst Live after 5 Concert Series, weekly farmers market, and other special events throughout the year. Interested in teaching? Join the Parks and Recreation Team! Do you have knowledge and skill in a particular area that you would enjoy CANNON PARK sharing with others? If so, we’d like to Cannon Park is a 15-acre facility with 4 restrooms, THE DISC GOLF COURSE hear your creative and exciting ideas. 2 baseball/softball fields, a covered picnic shelter, The Village of Pinehurst Disc Golf Course is an 18-hole walking trails, and a small practice soccer field, and is course located at 861 Chicken Plant Road. Parking is Contact us at 910-295-2817. home to Camelot Playground. available at West Pinehurst Community Park. 12 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Parks, Trails, & Facilities 13
TAI CHI ADULT This course is taught by Lee Holbrook, a Tai Chi Master Instructor with over 54 years of experience in the PROGRAMS Asian Arts, with 38 of those years focused in Tai Chi. Participants will have the chance to learn three styles of Tai Chi: Yang, Wu, and Beijing. This effective exercise increases body awareness, coordination, and longevity All programs are tentative and may be while strengthening immunity. People of all levels can modified based on current COVID-19 enjoy this peaceful morning workout. Every session regulations. includes a Qi Gong gentle warm-up starting in siting position and moving to standing position. September Session: September 8-October 13 HIIT FOR WOMEN PAINTING CLASSES October Session: LINE DANCING WITH REBECCA LAPPING H.I.I.T stands for High Intensity Interval Training. This October 27-December 8 (no class 11/24) Join local instructor Rebecca Lapping for a one-of-a- Taught by Eileen Strickland, well-known local artist interval based class combines full-body strength training January Session: kind line dance experience! Rebecca has over 10 years and instructor, classes include students of with cardio bursts and is designed to challenge, empower January 5-February 9 experience in teaching line dance and will offer three and energize you. All fitness levels are welcome with all experience levels. Instruction covers basic levels of classes to the community. Through a wide Class Time: Wednesdays, 10:00am– 11:00am modifications shown! information on materials, techniques, color theory, variety of music, participants will learn the must-know Cost: $33 Residents, $66 Non-Residents dances and the ones you want to learn! Session dates Class is taught by Brandy Cowell, an ACE certified compositions, color mixing and problem solving. personal trainer who has been teaching group fitness Timmel Pavilion | Minimum 8, Maximum TBD TBA, stay tuned to www.pinehurstrec.org for registration Students will be guided through an entire painting classes since 2007. details. process and receive individual instruction along September Session: with demonstrations and critiques. Absolute Beginner September 28-November 4 Class 1: All Media (Wednesdays) Never line-danced but want to learn? Start at the very November Session: beginning and learn the steps to several basic dances. November 16-December 2 (no class 11/25) Class 2: Oils and Acrylics (Thursdays) You’ll be on the dance floor in no time at all! January Session: September Sessions: January 4-February 10 Class 1 September 29-November 3 Beginner Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Class 2 September 30-November 4 Come learn easy line dances and enjoy great music – Time: 9:15am-10:15am November Sessions: Country, Beach, Soul, R&B. You will slide, shuffle and Class 1 November 17 –January 12 (no class 11/24, boogie to favorite dances old and new. Cost: $55 Residents, $110 Non-Residents 12/22, 12/29) Wellness Room | Minimum 8, Maximum TBD Class 2 November 18 –January 13 (no class 11/25, Improver to Intermediate 12/23, 12/30) Have the basics down? Want to build on those skills January Sessions: and your confidence on the dance floor? Come focus on Class 1 January 26 –March 2 some of the newest dances, move to the old favorites INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI SLAM Class 2 January 27-March 3 and even request a new dance for the group to learn! This class is for participants who have a basic knowledge SLAM (Sweat Like a Mother) is a fun, but challenging Time: 1:00pm–4:00pm of Tai Chi and would like to continue learning. Class will Wear shoes you can move in – suede or leather bottoms workout for moms of all levels. You’ll meet other moms Cost: $63 Residents, $126 Non-Residents focus on refining the Yang style Tai Chi Form. Participants (Zumba socks can be worn over tennis shoes.) Bring water to while doing burpees and your little ones get to make will also learn a new Tai Chi Form called the Beijing Form, Arts & Crafts Room | Minimum 12, Maximum 15 drink. friends too, with weekly playgroups and monthly an Ancient Qi Gong form, as well as the Tiger Mountain Moms Night Out events. Whether you’ve never Qi Gong form for improving the immune system. Lee worked out or you’re a marathon runner, SLAM is for Holbrook will instruct this course. you! For more information please contact Kathryn at CARD CLUBS kathryn@strollerstrongmoms.com CARD-MAKING CLASS September Session: September 9-October 14 Are you looking to connect with others that enjoy playing Unlimited Membership per month: $55 Join local resident, Susan Rodgers, as she teaches the art cards? If so, stay tuned for the launch of our card club of making your own greeting cards. Cards will be holiday- October Session: Twice a Week Membership per month: $45 October 28-December 16 (no class 11/11, 11/25) membership coming this fall! themed based on the month. All supplies are provided. Session Dates: Wednesdays: September 15, October 13, January Session: and November 10 January 6-February 10 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Class Time: Thursdays, 11:00am–12:00pm STEP AEROBICS Cost: $40 Residents, $80 Non-Residents Cost: $33 Residents, $66 Non-Residents More details coming soon! Program Room | Minimum 4, Maximum 10 Timmel Pavilion | Minimum 8, Maximum TBD 14 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Adult Programs 15
Yoga emphasizes alignment, good posture, breath control, strength, WHEELCHAIR SENIOR ADULT flexibility, and mobility. SPORTS PROGRAMS 50+ All programs are tentative and may be All trips are tentative and may be SLOW FLOW YOGA modified based on current COVID-19 modified based on current COVID-19 Join Pamela Durkin E-RYT 200, RPYT for a Slow Gentle regulations. regulations. Flow. We will move mindfully, with the breath, to create a practice that will leave you feeling more grounded, calmer and relaxed. Come deepen your breath and take WHEEL SERVE NC-SANDHILLS SENIOR’S DAY OUT TRIPS some time to take care of you! All levels are welcome, Wheel Serve North Carolina is a newly formed state- September 10: Paradox Farm Creamery Tour even beginners! Modifications will be offered. Please wide Community Tennis Association focused solely Yoga Classes bring your yoga mat, and any props you like to use. on exposing athletes with a physical disability to the Travel to Paradox Farm Creamery to visit the Milking Parlor, Milk House, and peek into the Cheese Room. September Session: September 1-29 (no class 9/22) sport of tennis. All players with a physical disability are welcome, no matter your age or skill level, whether you We’ll also meet and interact with the goats. You will be CHAIR YOGA October Session: October 20-December 1 (no class are a beginner or an advanced player. The clinics are treated to a cheese sampling and have the opportunity In this class, participants are primarily seated and use a 11/24) free of charge and all tennis and adaptive equipment will to purchase items to carry home. Be sure to dress for the chair for balance in the yoga poses. This class is ideal for January Session: January 5-February 9 be provided. We just need YOU! For more information, farm: closed-toed shoes, no flip flops or heels please. those with chronic conditions, balance issues, or lower Time: Wednesdays, 8:45am – 9:45am please contact Nicole Benbow at nbenbow@vopnc.org. Time: 10:30am-3:00pm body challenges that affect the ability to get up and Kickoff Clinic Date: Saturday, September 25 down. Class will be taught by Darlind Davis. Cost: $40 Residents, $80 Non-Residents Cost: $20 Residents, $30 Non-Residents, includes Timmel Pavilion | Minimum 6, Maximum TBD Time:10:00am-12:00pm transportation and tour. Bring money for lunch. Fridays Only: Location: Rassie Wicker Park Tennis Courts Minimum 4, Maximum 9 October Session: October 1-November 5 Future clinic dates: November Session: November 19-December 17 (no October 14: NC Zoo Wednesdays, October 6 & 20, November 3 & 17, and class 11/26) December 1 & 15 from 5:30-7:00pm Put on your walking shoes and enjoy some fresh air as January Session: January 7-February 11 we take in the sights at the NC Zoo. There is something To learn more about Wheel Serve NC please go to Time: Fridays, 9:00am–10:00am www.wheelservenc.com. for everyone to enjoy, from observing animals in their Cost: $40 Residents, $80 Non-Residents habitats to scouting out the 50 unique art pieces on display. Remember to wear your walking shoes and bring Wellness Room | Minimum 6, Maximum TBD money for lunch! Time: 9:00am-3:30pm Mondays & Fridays: Cost: $26 Residents, $36 Non-Residents September Session: September 27-November 5 Minimum 6, Maximum 14 November Session: November 15-December 20 (no class 11/26) November 18: Streets at Southpoint January Session: January 3-February 11 Get a jump start on your holiday shopping or come to Time: Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am–10:00am Interested in Teaching? enjoy lunch with your friends! Bring money for lunch. Cost: $70 Residents, $140 Non-Residents Time: 9:00am–5:00pm Join the Parks and Recreation Team! Wellness Room | Minimum 6, Maximum TBD Cost: $12 Residents, $22 Non-Residents Do you have knowledge and skill in a particular area that you would enjoy Minimum 6, Maximum 14 Mondays Only: sharing with others? If so, we’d like to September Session: September 27-November 1 OPEN GYM December 9: Temple Theatre’s A Christmas Carol hear your creative and exciting ideas. We Stay tuned to our Open Gym calendar for dedicated November Session: November 15-December 20 Join us for Temple Theatre’s own orginal musical are always interested in developing new wheelchair sport time for tennis and basketball. adaptation of a Charles Dickens classic! We will enjoy January Session: January 3-February 7 classes, camps, and athletic programs dinner together before the show. Time: Mondays, 9:00am–10:00am with qualified instructors. If you have the Time: 4:30pm-10:00pm Cost: $40 Residents, $80 Non-Residents desire, talent, and ability to teach others, Cost: $38 Residents, $48 Non-Residents, includes Wellness Room | Minimum 6, Maximum TBD transportation and ticket. Bring money for dinner. contact us at 910-295-2817. Minimum 10, Maximum 14 16 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Adult Programs • Wheelchair Sports • Senior Adult Programs 17
DAY TRIPPERS PE IN THE PINES SPECIAL NEEDS Each month, we’ll hit the road to discover all the cool things North Carolina has to offer. YOUTH Join Hannah Ough as she introduces you and your little one to age-appropriate play experiences that incorporate PROGRAMS September 24: Lunch and Aloha Safari Zoo PROGRAMS sports and fitness to get you up and moving. To register, please visit www.peinthepines.com. Join us as we travel to the Aloha Safari Zoo to visit with Tots P.E. All programs are tentative and may be the animals. Participants will be given the opportunity All programs are tentative and may be This class is perfect for you and your mobile 18 month-2 modified based on current COVID-19 to feed some of the animals. After our tour we will enjoy modified based on current COVID-19 year old, to create a healthy and positive relationship with lunch together based on current Covid guidelines. regulations. regulations. physical education. In this class we will work on gross Time: 10:00am-3:00pm motor skills while participating in games, songs, and story Cost: $25 Residents, $35 Non-Residents, includes time. THE REC-ING CREW SOCIAL CLUB transportation and admission. Bring money for lunch. Classes are held on Mondays in Cannon Park at 10:00am This is an inclusive program for young adults with special Minimum 4, Maximum 14 beginning August 23. needs. Each month, we will focus on a different group activity and enjoy light refreshments. Club dues must be October 8: Pumpkin Patch Peewee P.E. paid in advance. Dues payment covers all sessions. More details coming soon! This class is for ages 3-5. We will continue to build on October 6: Spooky Treats enhancing your child’s gross motor skills while participating November 3: Bingo in activities and games focused on balance, locomotive November 19: Lunch and Pottery Painting moves, chase/dodge, catching/throwing, and introduction December 1: Holiday Crafts & Treats Get ready to create a masterpiece for yourself or a to sports skills. January 5: Cooking Class holiday gift for a loved one. Participants will enjoy expressing their creavity as they paint their own piece. Classes are held on Thursdays in Cannon Park at 10:00am February 2: Xbox Games beginning August 26. Afterwards the group will enjoy lunch together based on March 2: Movie & Pizza Party current Covid guidelines. MOORE FOOD FUN Time: 4:00pm–5:30pm Time: 10:30am-2:00pm Join instructor Natasja Essed on this fun food journey just Cost: $20 Residents, $40 Non-Residents Cost: $30 Residents, $40 Non-Residents, includes trans- for kids! Natasha has a MS and PhD degree in Human portation and admission. Bring money for lunch. Nutrition and has been teaching for over 10 years. Program Room | Minimum 5, Maximum TBD PINEHURST GAMERS CLUB Minimum 4, Maximum 14 We’re kicking off this series of 6 classes with topics that Calling all gamers! Join us each week for a chance to battle are all about food and the body, starting with the senses your friends in some of the latest Xbox games. Club will because taste is the most exciting way to get connected to conclude with an organized age bracket tournament for a December: TBD food. chance to win bragging rights and the championship belt! We hope to have a holiday themed trip this month, more details coming soon. From your senses we will travel to your inside, where you’ll Dates: September 7-December 14 find out that your body is quite a food changer! How does Group Times: it process all the food you eat? Also, what foods and how much does your body need to grow in a healthy way? Ages 5-8 Sundays 2:00pm-4:00pm HALLOWEEN DANCE Ages 9-12 Tuesdays 5:00pm-7:00pm In each class we will prepare a healthy and delicious dish! Calling all ghosts and goblins! Join us for a haunting good Ages 13+ Tuesdays 7:00pm-9:00pm Sept 15: The Senses are Essential Part 1: TASTE time at our annual Halloween dance co-hosted with the Cost: $15 Residents, $30 Non-Residents (includes club Arc of Moore County. There will be dancing, food, and a Sept 22: The Senses are Essential Part 2: SMELL membership, tournament entry, and pizza party) costume contest! Tickets must be purchased in advance Sept 29: What and How Much does my Body need? from the Arc of Moore County, 910-692-8272. Location: Multipurpose Room Oct 6: My Body The Food Changer Date: Wednesday, October 20 Tournament Date: TBD Oct 13: How Food Is Digested in My Body Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm Oct 20: Eat to the Beat…of Your Heart! ABILITIES TENNIS Cost: $10 Pinehurst Parks & Recreation is excited to collaborate Group Times: with the Abilities Tennis Association of North Carolina. The Fair Barn YOUTH BIKE CLUB Ages 8-11 Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm Stay tuned for updates coming this fall! These clinics are for all levels of play whether you are just learning the basics or are a seasoned athlete with Ages 12+ Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm Special Olympics. Parents/Caregivers are asked to stay for participants under 18. DINERS CLUB Cost: $45 Residents, $90 Non-Residents (includes all Update coming soon! supplies and food) Session dates and times coming soon! YOGA FOR KIDS Location: Community Center Kitchen Stay tuned for more details on October classes. 18 Pinehurst Activity Guide • September 2021 to January 2022 Special Needs Programs • Youth Programs 19
Pinehurst Parks & Recreation 910-295-2817 210 Rattlesnake Trail, Pinehurst, NC 28374 parksandrec@vopnc.org | www.pinehurstrec.org
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