The Therapeutic Recreation team is ready to make 2023 a great year! Thanks for coming along with us!

Programs listed below are subject to change due to the status of the COVID-19 pandemic. Look for updates by email or on each program's online listing. Participants and support staff should stay home if they are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 or other illness or if they have been exposed to someone who has had signs or symptoms of COVID-19. Please see CDC guidelines for specific COVID-19 symptoms.

It’s a new year and the Therapeutic Recreation team is happy to introduce new team members!

Nick Owens

Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor

Nick has been working as a contingent staff member with our Adventure and Outdoors programs and camps for the past six years with Dawn and Matt. Nick has a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology but has really found his place in recreation and parks. In his free time, he enjoys lifting weights, being outside, biking, camping, kayaking and fishing. Nick looks forward to working in his new role and meeting all the participants and staff along the way. Nick will be supervising our adaptive sports programs, Adventure Club, fitness program, social programs, and other duties. Nick will be making the rounds to centers and programs in the coming weeks.  

Owen Babylon

Therapeutic Recreation Intern

Owen attends Shepherd University of West Virginia studying to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and will be interning with our team through April. In his spare time he enjoys playing sports and being physically active. Owen has a passion for helping others and believes that recreational activities are a necessity for overall personal health and happiness.

The Therapeutic Recreation team is moving! We are currently relocating to new offices in another county facility. This move is ongoing, so please bear with us. We will respond to your messages as quickly as possible.

Kim and Peter were prize winners in our December Music Caroling Bingo event. Check out the candles Kim made with her candle making kit and the festive ginger bread house by Peter! We love your creativity, Kim and Peter!

Theatre Workshop

Jan 19 | 5pm | Th | 6 weeks | $70

Participants play various virtual theatre games, have socialization time and practice vocal skills.

Photography Club

Feb 22 | 5:30pm | W | 5 weeks | $60

Participants use a smartphone or tablet to explore photography in the digital format.



SPIRIT Club Fitness

Jan 10 | 10:30am | Tu | 12 weeks | $40

Improves balance, strength, flexibility, endurance, coordination, speed, agility, and more. 

SPIRIT Club Yoga

Feb 1 | 1pm | W | 12 weeks | $40

Offers the many benefits of yoga practice while maintaining a sense of comfort, positivity, and support.

SPIRIT Club Zumba

Jan 10 | 6:30pm | Tu | 12 weeks | $40

Jan 12 | 10:30am | Th | 12 weeks | $40

A fun music-based exercise experience aimed at improving your cardio endurance, balance, flexibility and more, all while you enjoy the benefits of dance and movement.

Walking Crew

Jan 19 | 1pm | Th | 6 weeks | $30

Meet up with peers for a weekly stroll around Meadowbrook Park's walking paths.

Sweetheart Ball Dance

Feb 4 | 6:30pm | Sa | $15

Teens and adults with developmental disabilities enjoy dancing, socializing, and music by our in-house DJ at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center.

Sensory-Friendly Sunday at the Robinson Nature Center

January 15th, 11am-12:30pm

Designed for families with kids, teens, and adults with sensory-processing differences, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities. Robinson Nature Center exhibits, trails and outdoor play area open early. Enjoy self-paced activities including sensory bins and pathways, scavenger hunts, crafts, or games. Planetarium opens between 11am and noon.

“Howard’s Hunt” Adult Team Scavenger Hunt

Register by noon on January 27th to participate.

Gather a team of 2-6 adults for this fun, sustainable adventure and local amazing race. You need internet access, file-sharing knowledge, transportation, a digital camera, and some bravery to participate. Get ready to use teamwork, planning, and problem-solving skills. Extra brownie points for comedy and costumes. Each team is given a list of items to find and some challenging tasks to perform within a time limit.

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Each newsletter contains a fun fact that you may find helpful during upcoming programs.

January's Fact:

On cold winter days you may notice birds fluffing their feathers. They do this to trap air to keep their bodies warm.