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PINEHURST ACTIVITY GUIDE - September 2021 to January 2022 - Pinehurst Parks & Recreation
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
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PINEHURST ACTIVITY GUIDE - September 2021 to January 2022 - Pinehurst Parks & Recreation
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

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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

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PINEHURST ACTIVITY GUIDE - September 2021 to January 2022 - Pinehurst Parks & Recreation
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.

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                                                                                                                                                                        Fair Barn & Harness  Information
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                                                          Fair Barn! Contact us at 910-295-0166 or visit
PINEHURST ACTIVITY GUIDE - September 2021 to January 2022 - Pinehurst Parks & Recreation
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.

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CONTACT
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      210 Rattlesnake Trail
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Pinehurst, NC 28374
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          910-295-2817

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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Pinehurst Parks & Recreation
                910-295-2817
   210 Rattlesnake Trail, Pinehurst, NC 28374
parksandrec@vopnc.org | www.pinehurstrec.org
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