Tag Archive for: #AycockRecCenter

Henderson Police/Fire Depts. to Face Off in Basketball Championship Event

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

The City of Henderson will sponsor a Domestic Violence Basketball Game event on Friday, November 2, 2018, at the Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

The first game will begin at 6 p.m. and will feature the Henderson Police Department versus the Henderson Fire Department. The second game begins at approximately 6:45 p.m. and will feature Public Service versus Recreation/Water Reclamation. The winners will face off in a championship game to immediately follow the end of the second game.

The half-time show will feature a free throw and 3-point contest, as well as a Mikan drill.

Admission: Adults – $3; Ages 6-17 – $1; Ages 5 and under – Free

All proceeds will be donated to Infinite Possibilities, Inc.

 

Henderson Vance Recreation & Parks

Youth Basketball Registration, Annual Fall Festival on H-V Rec. & Parks Agenda

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Tara Goolsby, facilities supervisor for Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks and Aycock Recreation Center, was on Tuesday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program to discuss the department’s upcoming events, including the annual fall festival.

This year’s festival will be held at the Aycock Rec. Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd. in Henderson, on Thursday, October 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to bring their family for an evening of games, rides, concessions and the “famous haunted house.” Visitors under the age of 14 require adult supervision and no masks will be allowed.

Registration is also underway now through Sunday, November 3, 2018, for the youth basketball league at the Aycock Recreation Center. The league will include boys’ and girls’ teams for youth ages 4 to 18. Ages are determined by January 1, 2019. The cost to cover registration and insurance is $40 for in-county and $60 for out-of-county residents. The games are played at the Aycock Rec. Center and at the former Henderson Middle School building at 219 Charles St. in Henderson.

For more information on these events or other events such as exercise programs and the upcoming Cookies and Milk With Santa in December, please visit the Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks website by clicking here. Y0u may also call (252) 492-9400 with questions or for additional information.

Aycock Rec. Center’s Fall Festival to Offer Family Fun

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks presents their 2018 Fall Festival to be held at the Aycock Rec. Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd., on Thursday, October 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Bring the family for an evening of games, rides and a haunted house!

For more information, please contact Crystal Allen at (252) 431-6091 or callen@ci.henderson.nc.us

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Youth Basketball Registration at Aycock Rec. Center Ongoing Sept. 17 – Nov. 3

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

Youth basketball registration will be held Monday, September 17 through Saturday, November 3, 2018, at the Aycock Recreation Center.

Leagues will include:

Boys and Girls Mighty Mite League – Ages 4-6

Boys Pee Wee, Midget, Junior and Senior Leagues – Ages 7-18

Girls Pee Wee, Midget Leagues – Ages 7-14

Ages are determined by January 1, 2019.

Cost to cover registration and insurance includes:

$40 for in-county residents

$30 for those who played baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball or football in the 2018 season.

$60 for out-of-county residents

For more information, please contact Steve Osborne at (252) 438-2670; sosborne@ci.henderson.nc.us or Victor Hunt at (252) 438-3408; vhunt@ci.henderson.nc.us

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Aycock Rec. Center Announces Senior Bingo Dates

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

Seniors age 55 and better are invited to join the Aycock Rec. Center, 307 Carey Chapel Road, Henderson, for community bingo. Bring a prize and a little luck!

Bingo will be played from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. on the following dates:

Thursday, October 4 & 25, 2018

Thursday, November 1 & 15, 2018

Thursday, January 3 & 17, 2019

Thursday, February 7 & 21, 2019

For more information, please contact Crystal Allen at (252) 431-6091 or callen@ci.henderson.nc.us

 

Aycock Rec. Center to Offer Fall Water Aerobics Classes

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

The Aycock Recreation Center will offer fall water aerobics classes for both swimmers and non-swimmers alike beginning October 1 and ending December 14, 2018. Classes will not be held October 18, 22-26; November 12, 22-23.

Classes will combine low and high impact exercises with a focus on strength building, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and having fun!

Classes will be offered Monday – Wednesday – Friday from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.; Tuesday – Thursday from 7:15 to 8 p.m.

Cost is $1 for monthly pass members and $2 for non-members.

Contact:

Lauren Newlin, Aquatics Program Supervisor

lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us ~ (252) 438-3160

https://ci.henderson.nc.us/departments/recreation-and-parks/

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Beginning Yoga Class to Offer Participants ‘Peace & Balance’

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

Beginning Yoga classes will be held in the Aycock Recreation Center’s Multi-Purpose Room on Thursday evenings from 6:15 to  7 p.m. Classes begin Thursday, September 6 and end Thursday, October 25, 2018. There will be no class on Thursday, October 18.

These sessions are based on basic Yoga techniques that inspire physical, mental and spiritual peace from within through balance, stretching and breathing.

Please bring your own Yoga mat.

The fee is $1 for members and $2 for non-members. Class instructor is Beryle Lewis.

For more information, please contact Lauren Newlin at (252) 438-3160 or lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us

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‘Slide-N-Glide’ Your Way to Fitness at the Aycock Rec. Center

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

Slide-N-Glide exercise fitness classes will be held in the Aycock Recreation Center’s Multi-Purpose Room on Tuesday evenings from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Classes begin Tuesday, September 4 and go through Tuesday, October 30, 2018.

The fee is $1 for members and $2 for non-members. Class instructor is Barbara Evans.

For more information, please contact Lauren Newlin at (252) 438-3160 or lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us

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Henderson Vance Recreation & Parks

Space Limited in Aycock Rec. Center’s Free Arthritis Fitness Program

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-Information courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

The Aycock Recreation Center will be the site of an exercise program geared to those suffering from arthritis pain and stiffness. Courtesy of the Arthritis Foundation, this free 8-week program will be held on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2 – 3 p.m. beginning October 1 and ending December 3, 2018. Classes will not be held on October 18, November 12 or November 22, 2018.

This program is low-impact and joint-safe and has been proven to decrease pain and stiffness while increasing flexibility and range of motion; suitable for every fitness level.

Space in the class is on a first come, first served basis with a limit of 15 people.

For more information, please contact Crystal Allen at (252) 431-8091 or callen@ci.henderson.nc.us

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Henderson Vance Recreation & Parks

Aycock Rec. Center Offering FREE Baseball/Softball Clinics for Ages 7-14

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-Information courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

The Aycock Recreation Center will offer baseball and softball clinics for ages 7-14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays August 28 – October 4, 2018, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The clinics are free of charge and will be held outside at the George Watkins Ballfields.

Led by 2018 Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Regular Season Coaches Corei Somerville, Corey Williams and Mike Jones, these clinics are designed to provide a positive outlet where youth and teens will learn the necessary skills of baseball or softball that will propel their game to the next level. This structured environment allows the registered participants to focus on the game of baseball/softball. In addition, they will gain a better understanding of game strategies and game situations.

Pre-register at the Aycock Rec. Center, 307 Carey Chapel Road, Henderson.

For additional information, please contact either:

Steve Osborne – sosborne@ci.henderson.nc.us or (252) 438-2670

Victor Hunt – vhunt@ci.henderson.nc.us or (252) 438-3408