You're invited to participate in the incredible array of programs and classes offered by Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources! If there is something you'd like us to provide that's not listed online or in RecConnect, please let us know! We are always interested in expanding our programming options!
Currently, our facilities offer open play sessions of Pickleball, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, LEGO Club, and Preschool Play, as well as a fitness room at Joyner Park Community Center. Pre-registration for the fitness room opens each Sunday for the following week. Visit wakeforestnc.recdesk.com to register for a time! Please note: Cleanings are performed every hour, and you must have a RecCard membership to register.
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Operating Schedule
Beginning Monday, March 6, the Joyner Park Community Center, Flaherty Park Community Center, and Alston-Massenburg Center will offer extended hours and operate according to the following schedules:
- Monday-Friday (6 a.m.-9 p.m.)
- Saturday (8 a.m.-4 p.m.)
- Sunday (1-5 p.m. March-August/Closed September-February)
- Monday-Friday (8 a.m.-9 p.m.)
- Saturday (8 a.m.-4 p.m.)
- Sunday (1-5 p.m. March-August/Closed September-February)
- Monday-Friday (Noon-8 p.m.)
- Saturday (8 a.m.-4 p.m.)
- Sunday (1-5 p.m. March-August/Closed September-February)
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Rec Cards
Wake Forest residents and non-residents ages 11 and older must have a Recreation Card (Rec Card) to access amenities offered at PRCR facilities, including JPCC. Rec Cards are free for Wake Forest residents.
The following fees apply for people who live outside the Wake Forest town limits and do not pay Wake Forest property taxes: Individual, $25; Family, $50. Any non-residents who prefer not to purchase a Rec Card, must pay a $5 Non-Rec Card Holder fee to utilize the amenities. An online profile must be created, and the fee paid to register for selected activity time slots.
To obtain a Rec Card, first create an online profile. Then, visit the JPCC to have your picture taken and present proof of residency. Acceptable forms of proof include a valid picture ID with your current address, a current utility bill with your street address, or other document that includes your full name and address. For more information about Rec Cards, call 919-435-9560.
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March Spotlight
It’s time to party like a princess! Join a new and surprise fairytale friend each party where your little ones will enjoy story time, themed crafts, exciting games, live performances and so much more!
**Parent/Guardian required to stay with child
Sa | Mar 11 | 10-11 am
Fees: Residents $35 | Non-Residents $44
ESPN NCAA Men's & Women’s Bracketology Challenges (Ages: 18+)
Mar 12 | Men’s & Women’s Brackets are Available | weekday evenings & weekends
Fees: FREE
Learn the scared ancient regenerative movement of Tai Chi Gung. The gentle easy to learn movements flow with your breath to begin to strengthen the body, reset your mind so your energy flows, to experience greater health and balance. Tai Chi Gung connects your mind, body and spirit in one.
W | Mar 22-Apr 26 | 10-10:50 am
Fees: Resident $45 | Non-Resident $57
In this gentle movement practice, we'll open the channels of energy in the body while improving mobility, stability, strength, flexibility and balance. Participants should wear flat, comfortable shoes. No other equipment needed.
Tu | Mar 28-Apr 18 | 10-11 am
Fees: Resident $50 | Non-Resident $63
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Upcoming Programs & Classes
We offer something for EVERYONE! Click on the icons below to view a complete listing of offerings in each category.
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Maintenance Matters
By Randy Hoyle, PRCR Maintenance Manager
Welcome to "Maintenance Matters" - a new addition to PRCR Happenings.
Moving forward, we'll share useful tips and information on landscaping and turf maintenance. We'll also occasionally introduce you to members of our incredible team, all of whom work year-round to keep our parks and greenways looking their absolute best!
In this month's installment of "Maintenance Matters," we're focusing on lawn care.
As you venture out and about this spring, you'll notice many plants starting to "break dormancy." Good indicators of this natural phenomenon are the bright yellow flowers of the forsythia plant (shown). For this very reason, the forsythia is known as an "indicator plant."
Those of us in the landscaping business use this plant as a reference marker to begin our spring maintenance in the landscape.
You can too! If you want a lush green turf, pay attention to the forsythia plant. When you see those bright yellow flowers, you'll know it's time to apply fertilizer to cool season turf, including tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass. It's also a heads up to begin guarding against weeds in warm season turf, such as Bermuda, zoysia, and centipede.
By simply paying attention to your landscape, you'll know the right time to start preparing for that great looking turf. For more information, email Randy Hoyle.
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The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is accepting team registrations for Men’s Church Softball through Friday, March 31.
The entry fee is $550 per team, and the league is limited to participants ages 18 and older. Beginning in mid-April, league games will be played primarily on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Anyone interested in participating who does not have a team can sign up as a free agent, then assigned to a team in need of players. For more information, email Recreation Specialist KP Kilpatrick.
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The PRCR Department and the Wake Forest Pickleball Club will host the Wake Forest Spring into Summer Pickleball Tournament for players 12 and older Friday-Sunday, May 12-14, at the Flaherty Park Pickleball Courts, 1126 N. White St.
The entry fee is $45 per player, plus $10 for each additional event.
Complete tournament details, including registration information, are available on the Town website. No registrations will be accepted on the day of the tournament.
Tournament proceeds will again be used to make improvements to the Flaherty Park Pickleball Courts. To date, these tournaments have raised over $28,000.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, email Sandy Brasseale.
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The PRCR Department will host a public meeting Thursday, March 2, at 6:30 p.m. to solicit input from residents concerning the construction of a downtown skate park, pump track, and fitness court. The meeting will take place in the Wake Forest Town Hall Ground Floor Meeting Room, 301 S. Brooks St. The room is most easily accessed via Town Hall’s Taylor Street entrance.
The session will include a brief presentation, followed by an open discussion where attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and share suggestions. Town staff, members of the PRCR Advisory Board, and representatives from Kimley Horn will be on hand to answer questions and gather public input.
In the meantime, residents are invited to complete a brief survey via Engage Wake Forest. The survey takes less than three minutes to complete.
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In May, the PRCR Department will present Memorial Day Remembrance Walls of Honor at E. Carroll Joyner Park, Alston-Massenburg Center, and Flaherty Park. In recognition of the service and sacrifice of women and men in uniform, these Walls of Honor will bear the names of as many as 500 veterans submitted by members of our community.
From now through Friday, April 14, the PRCR Department will accept submissions, including the names of veterans, both living and deceased, along with the military branch in which they served, for inclusion on each wall.
Please note: Names incorporated on the Walls of Honor last year will be included again this year and do not need to be resubmitted.
There is no cost and no limit to the number of veterans each person can submit. However, the maximum number of names that can be accepted is 500.
For more information, contact Recreation Center Manager Shawn Monday.
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Open Play Basketball General Rules & Code of Conduct
In the spirit of ensuring the health and safety of all our patrons, we'd like to take this opportunity to remind everyone of our rules for Open Play Basketball and give you the chance to review our Code of Conduct.
- All patrons must check in at the front desk with a RecCard (RecCard must be present). If you do not have a RecCard, you can pay a $5 drop-in fee (must show ID). All visitors must check in as well or pay the drop-in fee.
- All patrons must sign up for games in the gym with our facility staff – staff will have a signup sheet for all games. You are only responsible for yourself - you can not sign up others to play.
- All bags, coats/jackets, and other items must be secured in lockers or remain in your vehicles. No exceptions.
- All games are half court only - 4-on-4 or 5-on-5 (depending on the numbers).
- All games are to straight 12.
- If games are excessive in time of play, staff have the right to stop play and start a new game, to ensure everyone gets playing time.
- Water only in the gym – no food or drinks
Your cooperation is much appreciated! For more information, email JPCC Manager Shawn Monday.
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RecConnect
The March-August 2023 issue of RecConnect, the Wake Forest PRCR Department's spring and summer program guide, is now available. Click on the cover image to the right to view the latest edition in digital format.
Free printed copies of RecConnect are available at Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St., Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St., and Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St.
RecConnect includes information about all programs, classes, special events, sports programs and registrations offered by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department. Registration opened February 1. To learn more, call 919-435-9560 or visit us online.
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Download the Town of Wake Forest App
Android and iPhone users can have a handy pocket guide to all things related to Wake Forest by downloading the Town of Wake Forest app. Designed to provide smartphone users with useful information about Wake Forest, the app offers instant access to downtown Wake Forest, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, popular local events, plus so much more! The app also provides contact information for every Town department, allows you to report non-emergency issues through SeeClickFix and delivers breaking news.
IPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, and Android users can download the Town’s free app by searching for “Town of Wake Forest” on iTunes, in the iPhone app store, or in Google Play.
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