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The Park Locator helps you to find specific amenities such as parks, ball fields, tennis courts, trailheads, recreation centers and more! You can also get directions to your favorite parks!

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This app provides you with the ability to find specific amenities such as parks, ball fields, tennis courts, trailheads, recreation centers and more! You can also find upcoming programs and activities, reserve picnic shelters, interact with 360 photos, and get directions to your favorite parks.

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Newsletters

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Recreation Center Flyers

We have many exciting programs coming soon.  See flyers below for more information.

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Recent Announcements

Salem Lake Waterfront Closure

September 15, 2023 - On Saturday, September 23, 2023, Salem Lake will be holding the annual Salem Lake Trail Races presented by the Twin City Track Club. Due to the large number of racers the Salem Lake waterfront will be closed until 12:00 p.m.  No Fishing or Launching will be available until noon. Trail users should also plan on waiting until noon unless participating in the races.

Skate Park Closure

September 14, 2023 - The Skate Park will be closed during the Carolina Classic Fair (Sept. 29 - Oct. 8).  We apologize for any inconvenience.

Granville Park Playground Closure

September 8, 2023 - The playground at Granville Park is currently under construction and closed until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Quarry Park Playground Closure

September 5, 2023 - The playground at Quarry Park is currently under construction and closed until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Gateway Commons Park

August 7, 2023 - Please be aware that Gateway Commons Park is being affected by a sewer replacement project.  The project by the city is ongoing with no estimated date of completion.  We apologize for any potential inconvenience.

Tennis Court Construction Update

August 7, 2023 - Several of the city's tennis courts will be closed for repaving and construction improvements:

  • Shaffner tennis courts are under construction.
  • Sedge Garden pickleball courts are complete.
  • Oak Summit has six new pickle ball courts and one new tennis court available for play.
  • Leinbach tennis courts are under construction.  
  • Granville tennis courts will close August 14 for construction.

Other locations will be affected in the next few weeks.  Please check back for more updates.

Miller Park Restrooms Closure

Due to vandalism, the Miller Park restrooms are closed until further notice.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

Nelson Malloy Splash Pad

The Nelson Malloy Splash pad is unavailable due to construction.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

Washington Park Shelter Closure

Washington Park Picnic Shelter #1 will be closed until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Social Media Pages

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  1. Monday, September 25

    1. Aging & Mental Health
    2. Kids Art Workshop For ages 4 to 7. Join us to get your mind moving with fun and creative activities.
      Kids Art Workshop
  2. Tuesday, September 26

    1. Tots and Tunes Enjoy a morning full of movement and music activities that builds motor and emotional skills. For ag...
      Tots and Tunes
    2. Growing Together Be sure to register by August 25. Growing minds and improving lives.
      Growing Together
  3. Wednesday, September 27

    1. Learn to Play Pickleball There is also a 10:00 a.m. class offered.
      Learn to Play Pickleball
    2. Book Club Join us to learn about books other people have read and discuss recent books you have read.
      Book Club
    3. Games Jam Come out and enjoy board games, puzzles, giant games and bingo while socializing and listening to mu...
      Games Jam
    4. Introduction to Fencing Introductory level class. No experience needed.
      Introduction to Fencing
  1. Thursday, September 28

    1. Coffee and Canvas Discover your inner Picasso while enjoying coffee on us.
      Coffee and Canvas
    2. Movement & Memory
    3. Community Walking Club A new location each week! Contact Katie to register.
      Community Walking Club
    4. Growing Together Be sure to register by August 25. Growing minds and improving lives.
      Growing Together
    5. Old Town Frightening Films
  2. Saturday, September 30

    1. Senior Soiree Purchase your tickets by Friday, September 22.
      Senior Soiree
  3. Tuesday, October 3

    1. Tots and Tunes Enjoy a morning full of movement and music activities that builds motor and emotional skills. For ag...
      Tots and Tunes
    2. Growing Together Be sure to register by August 25. Growing minds and improving lives.
      Growing Together
  1. Wednesday, October 4

    1. Learn to Play Pickleball There is also a 10:00 a.m. class offered.
      Learn to Play Pickleball
    2. Book Club Join us to learn about books other people have read and discuss recent books you have read.
      Book Club
    3. Salem Lake Nature Kids For children 5 and under. Get outside, enjoy crafts and games and learn about the different wildlif...
      Salem Lake Nature Kids
    4. Games Jam Come out and enjoy board games, puzzles, giant games and bingo while socializing and listening to mu...
      Games Jam
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