FEBRUARY 2023
As we begin Black History Month, PLAY Roanoke invites you to join us for a program celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Join us at Eureka Recreation Center on Saturday, February 25 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM for this public event. There will be HBCU fraternity student speakers and a performance by an all-girl step team. The event is open to the public and all are welcome! More information can be found here.
RED, WHITE, AND PINK PARTY with SALSA NOKE!
Dance, eat, drink, and be merry. Join us February 11 at the Fishburn Mansion for a Valentine's salsa extravaganza! All levels of experience are welcome. Salsa Noke's Edgar Ornelas will lead participants in a salsa lesson at the start of the event before opening up the floor to dance and mingle freely while enjoying tasty appetizers, desserts, and drinks. 
IT'S TIME TO GET IN THE GAME!
Youth softball and baseball season are right around the corner, so now is the time to get signed up! Operated by volunteer-led youth recreation leagues, practices typically begin in March, with games starting in April. Find your child's recreation league and sign up today!
ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING CLINIC
Are you tired of carrying heavy hiking gear and ready to dive into the world of ultralight backpacking? Join us February 22-23 for a clinic all about how to reduce your pack weight, what clothing is available, and lightweight hiking gear options.
HIKE ONE OF THE PEAKS OF OTTER
Join us for the last hike in our Peaks of Otter 3-peak series with Flat Top Mountain on February 25! While Sharp Top is often assumed to be the highest of the Peaks of Otter, Flat Top is actually the tallest mountain of this group of hikes, with Harkening Hill being the smallest. The 4.8 mile out and back hike is a strenuous and rewarding hike, and despite being flat-topped, there are numerous rock outcrops with enjoyable views.
WALK, DON'T RUN,
TO THE SLOW-K!
We are so excited to be a part of this year's Blue Ridge Slow-K, dubbed “America’s Slowest 5K”! This is a laid-back, un-timed fun run, open to the public the day after the Blue Ridge Marathon, April 23. The Slow-K is a great way for non-marathoners to join in on the fun of the weekend and experience the race atmosphere. You'll enjoy coffee, donuts, mimosas, and yoga!
CALLING ALL PICKLEBALL PLAYERS!
Fallon Park is home to six brand new pickleball courts! If you're not already familiar with the sport of pickleball, let us fill you in! Pickleball can be described as a mix between tennis and ping pong and it's one of America's fastest growing sports! It uses a smaller court, a ball similar to a whiffle ball, and paddles instead of rackets. Because the game is slower paced than tennis, it's easier for new players to pick up as well. Check it out the next time you're at Fallon Park and discover this very popular sport!
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