Parks & Recreation Department
DPR 2011 Calendar of Events
Please Note: These events are subject to change.
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Volunteer Opportunities: If you are interested in volunteering for any of these events, please fill out the online version - printable version.
October
Woofstock
Saturday, October 2, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Durham Central Park
502 Foster St.
The event will include canine demonstrations including agility, flyball, Frisbee and competitions. There will be adoption/foster groups, pet related vendors, music, and more.
Unity in the Community Day
Saturday, October 8, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
NCCU (Leroy T. Walker Complex)
1801 Fayetteville St.
In observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October), DPR will host a Unity in the Community Day. The day will consist of free activities including entertainment, games, refreshments, information sharing and much more.
Pumpkin Splash
Campus Hills Pool
2000 S. Alston Avenue
Saturday, October 8, 2011
5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Campout Carolina! Jamboree
Saturday-Sunday, October 8-9, 3 p.m. – 7 a.m., at West Point on the Eno
DPR, REI of Durham and Frog Hollow Outdoors present an old-fashioned camping jamboree at the historic West Point on the Eno Park in Durham. Join other camping families and individuals for this statewide event that includes kayak and canoe instruction, education sessions, scavenger hunts, gear giveaways, storytelling, s’mores and of course, camping overnight in the park. Some tents and sleeping bags available for use free of charge, first-come, first-served.
(Children must be accompanied by an adult)
CR PC $5; CR NPC $6 NCR PC $7; NCR NPC $8
For information, call Adventure Programs at (919) 560-4355 or e-mail Ryan Sailstad.
Community Campfire
Saturday, October 14, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Whippoorwill Park, 1632 Rowemont Dr.
We provide the fire, hot chocolate and everything you need to make s’mores. Neighbors share a campfire experience with others in the community. For information e-mail Ryan Sailstad.
3rd Friday Concert (Music Explorium)
Friday, October 21, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Durham Centre Plaza
300 W. Morgan St.
Fall Festival (all ages)
Saturday, October 22, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
W.D. Hill Recreation Center
1308 Fayetteville St.
Kids of all ages will enjoy a safe night of games, music, treats and "scary" surprises. There will also be a costume contest. For information, call (919) 560-4292.
Hallow-Eno (all ages)
Monday, October 31, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
West Point Park
5101 N. Roxboro Rd.
For information, call (919) 471-1623 (option 1)
November
Community Campfire (all ages)
Friday, November 11, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
American Village Park, 4703 American Dr.
We provide the fire, hot chocolate and everything you need to make s’mores. Neighbors share a campfire experience with others in the community. For information e-mail Ryan Sailstad.
December
Holiday Fun Fest
Saturday, December 3, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Durham Central Park
502 Foster St.
Senior Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 13, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sheraton Imperial Hotel
4700 Emperor Blvd.
Join us for a pre-holiday celebration. The activity includes music, dancing, food and plenty of fun. For information, call (919) 560-4355. Tickets are required for this event and will be on sale November 1.
Kids on a Wire
December 28 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.) at Bethesda Park
Kwanzaa Celebration
Friday, December 30, noon – 6 p.m.
Holton Career and Resource Center
401 N. Driver St.
Learn about and celebrate the African American holiday Kwanzaa. There will be food and entertainment for the whole family. For information, call (919) 354-2750.
For information about these events, call Durham Parks and Recreation at (919) 560-4355 or visit DPRPlayMore.org.
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