Historic Rosedale Plantation

3427 N. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28206 704-335-0325 phone Thanksgiving at Rosedale Presented by Historic Rosedale Plantation Saturday, November 28, 2009 1:00 p.m. Cost:  $5 Historic Rosedale Plantation 3427 N. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28206  Bring your out-of-town guests to delight in the sights, smells, and sounds of a traditional Thanksgiving on a backcountry NC plantation. Tours will be led by mast docents and vignettes of family life will be offered by historical interpreters. Historic Rosedale Plantation is one of the finest examples of Federal period architecture in North Carolina. Constructed about 1815, it promotes the heritage of the southern Piedmont through the preservation, exhibition and interpretation of the decorative arts and lifestyle of the 19th century Catawba River Valley region. The eight-acre grounds include restored formal gardens. Hours Guided Tours Thursday - Sunday 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Grounds open during business and tour hours. Visitors advised to call ahead. Admission Guided Tours:  $5.00 for adults $4.00 for students & seniors Under 8 free when accompanied by parent or guardian $4.00 adult with groups of 10 or more - group reservation required  Use your Connect with Culture card! Effective July 1, 2009: Buy-one-get-one-free regular home tours and admission of any 1 hour education program. (This does not include special events) Calendar of Events January 29 - December 31,2009 Historic Rosedale Plantation Tour [Back to Top]

Holiday Happenings

Thanksgiving Dinners and Baskets Charlotte Rescue Mission Thursday, November 26, 2009 907 W. First Street (Behind the Panther's Stadium) 704-334-4635 6:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. – Hot breakfast 6:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Movies 8:30 a.m. – Coffee served 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Free long distance call 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Main dinner served 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Goody bags given out after dinner Not wheelchair accessible unless able to be mobile for a minute to get wheelchair in building. Harris Teeter Harvest Feast Friday, November 27, 2009 DSS has tickets for 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center 501 South College Street Invitation includes free transportation to and from event, entertainment and a delicious Thanksgiving meal Harvest Center Thanksgiving Dinner – Free Tuesday and Wednesday, November 24 and 25, 2009 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The Community Outreach Christian Ministries Church 1800 Brewton Drive 704-333-4280 Jackson Park Ministries 5415 Airport Drive 704-392-4981 Tuesday, November 24, 2009 5:30 p.m. Free Thanksgiving dinner to all who attend their church service. The Charlotte Center for Urban Ministry Free Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 26, 2009 11:20 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Urban Ministry Old Train Station 945 N. College Street 704-347-0278 Urban Restoration Thanksgiving Dinner and Free bag of groceries 2128 Remount Road 704-391-0022 Tuesday, November 24, 2009 6:30 p.m. Community Service Center Food Basket and Hot Meal Berean Seventh Day Adventist Church 1332 Oaklawn Avenue 704-377-4741 Must apply at least one week before Thanksgiving for basket.  Bring photo ID and fill out application. Every Saturday, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – hot meal served. Carolinas' Thanksgiving Day Parade Presented by Carolinas' Carrousel, Inc. Thursday, November 26, 2009 10:00 a.m. FREE! Uptown Charlotte The Carolinas' Thanksgiving Day Parade, a tradition since 1947, is one of the largest get-togethers of Carolinians that takes place during the year. It boasts participation from both Carolinas and touches approximately half a million people from the 22-county metro area. In 2008, TravelMuse.com named the Carolinas' Thanksgiving Day Parade as the fourth largest Thanksgiving Parade in the United States. Thanksgiving at Rosedale Presented by Historic Rosedale Plantation Saturday, November 28, 2009 1:00 p.m. Cost:  $5 Historic Rosedale Plantation 3427 N. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28206 Bring your out-of-town guests to delight in the sights, smells, and sounds of a traditional Thanksgiving on a backcountry NC plantation. Tours will be led by mast docents and vignettes of family life will be offered by historical interpreters. More events to follow. [Back to Top]

Historic Sites to Visit in Charlotte-Mecklenburg

Discovering Charlotte's Historic & Hidden Landmark Treasures Alexandriana 9921 Old Statesville Road Huntersville, NC 28269 704-896-9808 Site of the signing of Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence Dowd House 2216 Monument Avenue Charlotte, NC   28208 704-398-2260 Site of World War I training camp Historic Latta Plantation 5225 Sample Road Huntersville, NC 28078 704-875-2312 Plantation of James Latta, cica 1800 www.lattaplantation.org Independence Park 300 Hawthorne Lane Charlotte, NC 704-336-2884 Oldest park in Mecklenburg County James K. Polk State Historical Site 12031 Lancaster Highway Pineville, NC   28134 704-889-7145 Open Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. McIntyre 4125 McIntyre Avenue Charlotte, NC   28216 704-875-1391 Revolutionary War skirmish and gold mining Rural Hill 4431 Neck Road Huntersville, NC 28078 704-875-3113 www.ruralhillfarm.org 265 acre farm of Revolutionary Major John Davidson and six generations of his family St. Mary's Chapel 1129 East Third Street Charlotte, NC   704-333-1235 Victorian Chapel of Thompson Orphanage The Charlotte Museum of History & Hezekiah Alexander Home Site 3500 Shamrock Drive Charlotte, NC 704-568-1774 Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Seniors:  $5.00 Civil War Lantern Tour November 21, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Relive the Civil War as you take an in-depth look into the conditions, hopes, and fears of common foot soldiers of the war. As you progress through different camp settings on the grounds of the Home site, you will see the campfires, smell the cooking, and listen to the stories from the period. Admission: $8 for adults $6 for students and senior citizens. Reservations are required. Colonial Craft Workshop: Paper Marbling January 25, 2010 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Paper Marbling is a method of placing paint on top of water on which to lay sheets of paper, producing patterns similar to marble. This decorative material was used in the 18th century as a cover for items such as books, chests, and drawer liners. In this class you will make several marbled sheets of your own. Fee:  $15 for museum members $20 for non-members. Recommended for adults, ages 18 and up. Space is limited and is availability on a first come, first serve basis. To register, please contact Angelica Docog at adocog@charlottemuseum.org [Back to Top]

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Trips and Activities

Fall and Winter 2009 Senior Day Trips Join us as we travel across the state for exciting day trips. You must register in person at one of the following Recreation Centers: Albemarle Road, Elon (521), Mallard Creek, Marion Diehl, Naomi Drenan, and First Ward. For more information contact Michelle.Hitselberger@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704-567-1941 Ages: 55 Yrs. to 99 Yrs. All trips are scheduled from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Southern Christmas Show Wednesday, November 18, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Leave from the Shamrock Senior Center 3925 Willard Farrow Drive Contact Hellen Tolber at 704-548-8234. Cost:  $25 includes transportation and ticket. Durham, North Carolina Tuesday, November 17, 2009 Duke University Lemur Museum and Duke Chapel Flentrop Organ Concert. Cost:  $36 McAdenville Christmas Monday, December 7, 2009 Lights and Dinner Cost:  $10 Biltmore House Christmas Tour Thursday, December 10, 2009 Cost:  $66 Fruit Cake Factory, Bear Creek, NC Wednesday, December 16, 2009 Old Salem candlelight tea tour and Tanglewood Lights. Cost:  $43 Tanglewood Festival of Lights Wednesday, December 16, 2009 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Shopping at Haines Mall, dinner and the lights.  Cost:  $25 Leave the Shamrock Senior Center  3925 Willard Farrow Drive For more information contact Hellen Tolber at 704-568-4044 Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens Christmas Monday, December 21, 2009 Belmont NC, Cost:  $30 Daily Activities  Fall and Winter 2009. Registration is required for many programs whether or not there is a fee.  Call or go to the location where the program is offered.  If there is a fee, phone registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only. Fit City Walkers All Recreation Centers Ongoing  - Free These clubs are designed to improve the focus on fitness while walking with a group of individuals in a safe environment.  Participants will track their progress.  Call you closest recreation center for dates and times. Albemarle Road Recreation Center 5027 N. Idlewild Road 704-567-1941 Senior Oil Painting - Free Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Self-paced oil painting social for all levels.  Newcomers are always welcome.  Bring your own supplies. Fitness:  A.B.L.E. - Free Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Self paced chair exercise class for low impact exercise, stretching and conditioning. Senior Recreation Club 1st Tuesday each month 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Meets monthly and newcomers are always welcome.  Trips, leisure and educational programs provided. Cost:  $4 club fee Senior Video Games - Free Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11:00 a.m. - Noon Bowling, tennis and golf practiced weekly on the latest gaming system. Tournament play with other area senior groups offered quarterly. Senior Computer Class Mondays, January 4 - January 25, 2009 Beginners will earn computer basics, how to surf the web and send e-mails. Ages 55 and better Cost:  $2 Amay James Park Recreation Center 2425 Lester Street 704-336-3053 Club:  Golden Age - Free 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Come join in the fun with our senior meetings, parties and special events.  Aerobics:  Sit to Be Fit Senior Chair Exercise - Free Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Get a total body workout without ever leaving your chair!  Great for seniors with limited mobility. BINGO Fun - Free 4th Friday of every month 10:00 a.m. - Noon Come play one of America's favorite games.  Fun, friendship and bingo.  Christmas Shopping Extravaganza Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Shopping trip to Hamricks in Gaffney. Cost:  $5.00 Arbor Glen 1520 Clanton Road 704-432-1531 Aerobics:  Sit to Be Fit Senior Chair Exercise - Free Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Get a total body workout without ever leaving your chair!  Great for seniors with limited mobility. BINGO Fun - Free 3rd Wednesday each month 11:00 a.m. - Noon Come play one of America's favorite games.  Fun, friendship and bingo. Super Senior Advocates - Free Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - Noon Enjoy a morning of fun and fellowship with other seniors. Annual Let's Give Thanks Luncheon - Free November 19, 2009 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Recreation senior club members are invited to "give thanks" and enjoy a great Thanksgiving meal at our annual luncheon. Bette Rae Thomas 2921 Tuckaseegee Road 704-393-7333 Feeling Fine After 59 - Free 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Improve your health and fitness with weight training.  Contact the center for monthly schedules. BINGO Fun - Free Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Come play one of America's favorite games.  Fun, friendship and bingo. Clanton Park 1520 Clanton Road 704-353-1165 Ebenezer Baptist Church 2020 W. Sugar Creek Road 704-598-2219 First Ward Recreation Center 610 E. 7th Street 704-336-3375 McAdenville Lights Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost:  $5 National Eye Care Month Thursday, January 7, 2010 10:00 a.m. - Noon Cost:  $5.00 Senior Heart Walk Thursday, February 4, 2010 10:00 a.m. - Noon Cost:  $5.00 Frazier Park 1201 W. 4th Street Ext. 704-336-3367 Greenville Recreation Center 1330 Spring Street 704-336-3367 Senior Arts & Crafts - Free Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Light exercise in the gymnasium to the first 30 minutes and arts and crafts the last 30 minutes.  This program is a combination of being active and creative. Bridge - Free Tuesdays Enjoy playing Bridge with other seniors in a quiet, yet competitive atmosphere. Hickory Grove Recreation Center Inside Hickory Grove Elementary School 6709 Pence Road 704-432-4811 Highway 521 District Park 11401 Ardrey Kell Road 704-540-2426 Senior Shag Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. "Dance of the Carolinas" Will teach the basic step, male and female turns, side turn, closed start, prep step and belly roll.  For more information contact Suzanne Burchfield at 704-542-7291 Active Adult Yoga Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Designed to encourage all skill levels and help improve upon current levels of fitness.  Increase strength, flexibility and balance while relieving soreness, stiffness and reducing stress. Cost:  $5 per class Ivory Baker Recreation Center 1920 Stroud Park Court 704-432-4580 MeckSenior Silver Arts Workshops - Free Tuesdays, November 17 - May 13 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Develop skills and discover talent in heritage arts which includes visual, literary and performing arts.  Artists ages 55 or better may enter their masterpieces into the Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Games Silver Arts competition. For more information contact Dora Dubose at 704-353-1251 Mallard Creek Recreation Center 2530 Johnston-Oehler Road NE 704-548-8234 Senior Yolates Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. If you are looking to learn and try basic yoga and Pilates postures, this is the class for you.  Expect to gain strength and flexibility, tone your muscles and improve your balance. Cost:  $1 member/$3 non-member BINGO Parties - Free Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. November 25, 2009 December 23, 2009 January 6, 2010 February 17, 2010  Productions at Belk Theatre South Pacific Wednesday, December 2, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cost:  $65.00 per show Marion Diehl Recreation Center 2219 Tyvola Road 704-432-0237 Badminton League Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Badminton is a great way to stay active and keep your competitive spirit alive.  Your serve! Cost:  $2 daily pass/ $40 annual pass Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Site Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School 500 Bilmark Avenue Hours:  Monday - Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 704-432-2924 Methodist Home Recreation Center 3200 Shamrock Drive 704-568-3363 Merry Oaks Recreation Center 3508 Draper Avenue 704-569-1496 Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 750 Beal Street 704-365-1265 Over 50 Club - Free Join us the first Thursday of every month for our senior club meetings 10:00 a.m. - Noon Senior Club Holiday Trip Tuesday, December 15, 2009 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Fee $5.00 Get in the holiday spirit as we take a trip with our Seniors to experience a lighting spectacle at Tanglewood. For more information, please contact Ivan.Cohen.MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.365.1265 Nevins Park 6000 Statesville Road 704-336-8866 Horseshoes:  Open Play - Free Ongoing Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. to Noon Come join other seniors from around Charlotte area in an informal horseshoes league.  Program is open to all skill levels.  704-529-3273 Park Road Park Softball Complex 6220 Park Road Phillip O. Berry Recreation Center 440 Tuckaseegee Road 704-432-6775 Club:  Golden Angels - Free Ongoing Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Provides an avenue for people to socialize and experience different classes and outings.  The group will participate in a variety of activities while working on staying active. Aerobics:  Sit to Be Fit Ongoing Tuesday and Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Cost:  $2 Revolution Park 1201 Remount Road 704-336-3841 Shamrock Gardens Recreation Center 3301 Country Club Road 704-568-3713 Southview Recreation Center 1720 Vilma Street 704-392-7452 Club:  Sensational Seniors Ongoing 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 10:00 a.m. - Noon Cost: $2 Energetic group will meet for arts and crafts, trips, guest speakers, wellness, recreation, fun and fellowship. St. Paul's Ray of Hope Center 1401 N. Allen Street 704-432-6777 Aerobics:  Sit to Be Fit Ongoing Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 am. Cost:  $2 Sugaw Creek Recreation Center 943 West Sugar Creek Road 704-596-0107 Young at Heart Senior Club Travel and enjoy a variety of events including live plays, craft shows, health fairs, concerts, workshops and conferences Seniors Thanksgiving Lunch Friday, November 20, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Christmas Party Friday, December 18, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Movies at North Lake Mall Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Valentine's Dance Thursday, February 11, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CIAA Ford Fan Experience Thursday, February 25, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Billy Graham Library Thursday, March 18, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Epicentre Theatre and Lynx Light Rail Ride Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tom Sykes Recreation Center 1501 Euclid Ave. 704-432-4803 Basketball:  Women's League Ongoing Mondays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Join this women's league, specifically for those 55 and better.  The team participates in the Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Games.  Coaches and volunteers are needed.  For more information contact Betty Davis at 704-588-1264 or Jean Grayson at 704-545-7880. Cheerleading:  Senior Games - Free Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Senior cheerleading is alive and running full speed ahead.  Represent Charlotte-Mecklenburg Senior Games throughout North Carolina.  For more information contact Jean Grayson at 704-545-7880. Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 4820 Tuckaseegee Road 704-399-4492 Friday Senior Crafts - Free 11:00 a.m. - Noon Socialize with new friends while sewing, crafting or quilting. Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 440 Tuckaseegee Road 704-432-6775 MeckSenior Dance and Move - Free Fridays, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Learn safe and healthy ways to enjoy life at its fullest through various forms of dance.  For more information contact Dora DuBose at 704-353-1251 West Charlotte Park Recreation Center 2400 Kendall Drive 704-393-1560 Aerobics:  Sit to Be Fit Senior Chair Exercise - Free Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - Noon Get a total body workout without ever leaving your chair!  Great for seniors with limited mobility. Youth After Fifty-Five Club 1st and 3rd Tuesdays each month 10:00 a.m. - Noon Join mature adults for recreational, cultural, and educational experiences. Cost:  $30 annual fee [Back to Top]

The Shepherd's Center of Charlotte The Shepherd's Center East The Shepherd's Center South Trips

The Shepherd's Center of Charlotte Trips Call 704-365-1995 for details and reservations for the following activities. The Shepherd's Center of Charlotte Depart from Trinity Presbyterian Church 3115 Providence Road Charlotte, NC 28211 Call for more information or to register 704-365-1995 The Shepherd's Center East For more information call 704-338-1511. The Shepherd's Center South For more information or to register for the following trips, please call 704-541-0100. [Back to Top]

Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary

Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary 248 Ridgewood Avenue Charlotte, NC 28209 704-331-0664 phone Garden Tour FREE! Through Friday, January 29, 2010 Garden Open for self-guided tours Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - Noon Suggested donation of $5 per adult non-member. Wing Haven has been a special part of Charlotte since its creation by Elizabeth and Edwin Clarkson in 1927. The gardens, enclosed on all sides by brick walls, encompass almost three acres in the heart of Charlotte and include lovely vistas, formal gardens, and woodland areas. Throughout, the emphasis is on plantings for birds and other wildlife - providing cover, nesting sites, food, and water. Plaques and statuary, integrated into the garden walls and paths, reflect the spirit and beauty of Wing Haven and its creators.  This organization is supported, in part, with operating support by the Arts & Science Council.  [Back to Top]

Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Center @ Tyvola  Senior Center @ Shamrock North Mecklenburg Senior Services

Tyvola Senior Center 2225 Tyvola Road Charlotte, NC   28210 704-522-6222 North Mecklenburg Senior Services River Church 18731 W. Catawba Ave. Cornelius, NC 28031 Call 704-892-4041 for information and to register for all programs, craft classes and trips. Programs Exercise Class Arthritis Exercise Class Knit Crochet group  Happy Feet Walking Club Chronic Disease Self Management Program Class - Free.  Need to pre-register Bingo Mah Jongg Social Bridge for Beginners Line dancing - $3. high beginner/intermediate level Open daily 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for anyone who wants to drop-in for coffee, conversation, table games and cards. Trips and Activities Senior Center @ Shamrock 3925 Willard Farrow Drive All trips are $20.00 for transportation and leave the Shamrock Senior Center at 8:00 a.m. and return at 6:00 P.M.  Call 704-568-4044 for more information or to register. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Second Thursday of Every Month 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Call to make a reservation. Casino trips leave from the Senior Center on Tyvola Road and Senior Center on Shamrock Contact Person:  Nancy Parker 704-531-6900 Cost:  $40 if non-member.  $35.00 if member - $20 Coin return Two Pick-up locations Daily Activities Please pre-register for all classes at the Center or by calling 704-531-6900. Single & Mingle Club The single & Mingle Club will meet on Thursdays at the Senior Center. Book Club Mondays 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Shamrock Walking Club Mondays - Wednesday - Fridays 10:15 a.m. Join us for a walk around the beautiful Aldersgate grounds. [Back to Top]

Levine Senior Center in Matthews

All trips depart from the Senior Center 1050 DeVore Lane Highway 51 and Northeast Parkway Matthews, North Carolina  704-846-4654 Activities at the Center: Members and Guests Welcome! - Health and Wellness Classes - Educational Seminars - Nutritional Meal Program - Cooking Classes - Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi - Strength and Cardio Training - Various Dance Classes - Visual and Performing Arts - Writing and Poetry Groups - Water Aerobics - Exercise Classes - Orientation on Fitness Equipment Bereavement Support groups meet the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. and the 2nd & 4th Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room.  Presented by: Presbyterian Hospital & Palliative Care. Memberships are not required. Annual Membership:  $60 ($5/month) Workout Room $10/month Pool Use $10/month [Back to Top]

Davidson Parks and Recreation

416 Armour Street 704-892-3349 50+ Coffee Club - Free activity Wednesday mornings.  9:00 a.m. - Noon Relaxing and social environment.  Meet old and new friends.  Play ping pong, billiard or cards.  Coffee, games, newspapers and pastries provided.  No registration required, just show up. Friendship Program Attention Senior Adults!!  Senior adults and Davidson College students come together in a relaxed and social atmosphere to provide companionship and create new experiences with one another. Call Sharon Williams at 704/940-9644 to get registered for this school year. Activities and Trips For more information or to register call 704-892-3349. Adult Trips Grove Park Inn & Biltmore Village Asheville Friday, November 20, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Get ready for the holiday season by having lunch at the Blue Ridge Dining Room and visiting the Gingerbread House display at the Grove Park Inn.  Afterwards, we will stop at the Biltmore Village shops before heading home. Fee:   $55.00 Black Nativity Sunday, December 6, 2009 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Barn Dinner Theatre, Greensboro- "The Nativity story has been told year after year but nothing compares to Langston Hughes Black Nativity.  This heart felt musical is the most entertaining way to relive the birth of Jesus Christ through the beat of the African drum, the feet of high energy dancers, and the souls of passionate story tellers.  Along with great contemporary gospel music, enjoy The Nativity in a new light." Fee: $70.00 McAdenville/Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens Thursday, December 10, 2009 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening having dinner with friends, viewing holiday lights at the garden and traveling through Christmastown, USA! Fee: $30.00 Tanglewood Park Festival of Lights Tuesday, December 15, 2009 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tour the Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park.  We will stop for dinner along the way and then enjoy the ride through the decorated park at dark. Fee: $20.00 Chinqua Penn Plantation at Christmas Thursday, December 17, 2009 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Put yourself in the holiday mood while viewing the elegant Christmas decorations at the plantation.  "Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Plantation includes a 27 room English countryside mansion filled with elaborate furnishings from 30 countries, surrounded by 22 acres of beautiful gardens and historic landscape. The estate showcases the state's premier collection of eclectic decorative arts." Fee: $40.00 [Back to Top]

Town of Huntersville Parks & Recreation

12600 Old Statesville Road Huntersville, NC   28070 704-766-2220 Card Making and More   Classes are for men and women of all ages who enjoy crafting.  Carding Making and More will teach you how to create beautiful hand crafted greeting cards with personal instruction, guidance and inspiration.  You'll have access to all the latest card making tools, embellishments and supplies.   The joy of giving and receiving handmade greeting cards is priceless. This class will inspire you to create cards for all the various seasons and special occasions in our lives. Finally, enjoy sharing your creations with friends and family. Come join the fun and discover your creativity.   Instructor:  Brandy Cox Class Day:   2nd Thursday of every month November 12 and December 10, 2009  6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center Fee:  $13.00 per Student To register please e-mail brandy@coxgp.com or call 704-806-7200 Bridge If you are interested in playing duplicate Bridge, please join us on Friday mornings.  The game is relaxed and non-sanctioned.  For more information, please contact Jim Gossage 704-892-4020. Every Friday 9:30 a.m. Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center 109 Old Statesville Road Walking Club Program Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. David B. Waymer Center Free  Enjoy the company of others while getting fit and staying healthy.  17 laps around the gym is one mile. [Back to Top]

Therapeutic Recreation

VIP Travel Club For adults and seniors, ages 35 and up with a visual impairment.  Enjoy a social day with friends, while building independence in the community. Learn about historical, educational, and recreational attractions in the Charlotte area. Please bring money for lunch. Pick-up/Drop-off locations: Marion Diehl Recreation Center (MDRC) 2219 Tyvola Rd. Metrolina Association for the Blind (MBA) 704 Louise Ave. Tuesday, November 17 Kings Mountain National Military Park Time: Pick-up: MDRC at 9:00 a.m., MAB at 9:30 AM Drop-off: MAB at 3:30 PM, MDRC at 4:00 PM Fee: $15.00 Contact: Karen Howard, karen.howard@mecklenburgcountync.gov Therapeutic Recreation Adult Community Enrichment Services (TRACES) A day program for adults and seniors with disabilities Activities offered through the TRACES program address a variety of leisure and life skill goals, including but not limited to: improvement of physical well-being; enhancement of gross- and fine-motor skills; improvement of social skills; development of creativity and leisure interests; increased awareness of the community and the environment; and increased confidence and self-esteem. This is a two week sampler mini-session in preparation for the New Year 2010! Location: Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road Dates: November 30 – December 11 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30 a.m. - Noon Fee: $75.00 for 2-week session Contact: Karen Howard, Karen.Howard@mecklenburgcountync.gov Registration deadline: November 25 STAR Bowlers For adults, ages 18 and older with disabilities.  If you want to develop a new hobby or participate in an old favorite, then join our bowling program. Have a great time bowling with old friends, while making new friends! The fee includes: two games and bowling shoes. George Pappas' Park Lanes 1700 Montford Drive Dates: Tuesdays, November 3, 10, 17, and 24 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $8.00 per date Contact: Vernice Gallon, vernice.gallon@mecklenburgcountync.gov Pre-registration Required  [Back to Top]