January—April 2015 Program & Facility Guide

January—April 2015
Program & Facility Guide
Be More, Do More, Seymour
Goldsboro Parks & Recreation Mission Statement
The mission of the Goldsboro Parks and Recreation Department is to provide a variety of recreation and
leisure activities for a diverse population. We maintain a system of parks, indoor facilities and open
spaces for the enjoyment, safety and well being of all citizens.
Goldsboro Parks & Recreation
901 East Ash Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
www.goldsboroparksandrec.com
Administration……….………(919)739-7480
Athletics……….…………..……(919)739-7488
Events ……………………..…....(919)739-7484
Golf…………………………….….(919)735-0411
Herman Park Center…….…(919)739-7480
Special Populations……..…(919)739-7489
Seniors……………………………(919)739-7486
W.A. Foster Center….………(919)734-4164
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Sports…………..……………..….……………...2
Golf……………………………..……….………...3
Fitness ………...………………….…….……….4
Family Programs…………………...…….…..5
Special Populations….…..….………......6-7
Seniors…..………………...……..…………...7-9
Events……………………………………………..10
Facility & Park Information…….……….11
Facility & Park Map………………….…..…12
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January-April
Youth Soccer
(Ages 4-12) Soccer skills and sportsmanship will be
taught. Team jerseys provided for each player.
Registration: February 2– March 3
Dates: March – May
Time: Various
Fee: $30 per player
Location: Various
Youth T-Ball, Coach Pitch and
Baseball
(Ages 4 – 12) Baseball skills and sportsmanship will
be taught. Team jerseys provided for each player.
Registration: February – March
Dates: April – May
Time: 6pm & 7pm
Fee: $20 per player
Location: Mina Weil Park
Youth & Adult Tennis Lessons
(Ages 5 & Up) Coach Danny Flowers teaches fundamentals of tennis for new comers as well as experienced players.
Registration: Ongoing
Dates: January – December
Time: Various
Fee: Various
Location: Herman Park Tennis Courts
Adult Softball (Industrial & Church)
(Ages 16 & Up) Organized league play for men and
women consisting of 10 regular season games and a
double elimination post-season tournament.
Registration: March 2 – March 27
Dates: April – May
Time: 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays
Fee: $610 per team
Location: Berkeley Park
Adult Soccer
(Ages 16 & Up) Organized league play for men and
women consisting of 10 regular season games and a
single elimination post-season tournament.
Registration: February 9 – March 9
Dates: March- May
Time: 6pm – 9pm Mondays & Wednesdays
Fee: $300 per team
Location: Fairview Park
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Youth & Adult Sand Volleyball
(Ages 5-15, 16 & Up) Organized league play for youth
& adults, consisting of 8 regular season games and
single elimination post-season tournament.
Registration: March 10 – April 1
Dates: April – May
Time: 6-7pm
Fee: $10 per player
Location: Berkeley Park
Family Tennis Night
(Ages 5 & Up) come enjoy free play tennis in a family
fun atmosphere. Tennis instructor, Danny Flowers,
will be on site. Racquets will be available.
Dates: Wednesdays, January – December
Time: 6-8pm
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Tennis Courts
Youth & Adult Adult Boxing
(Ages 18 & Up) Work on footwork, punching, defending and increasing stamina.
Beginners to advanced are welcome.
Dates: Monday-Friday
Time: Youth, 3:30-6:30pm
Adults, 10am-2pm & 6:30pm-8:30pm
Fee: Youth,$25 per month
Adults, $50 per month
Location: Herman Park Center
Dodgeball
(Ages 16 & Up) Grab some friends and join our
dodgeball league. This is a 4 week league with a
tournament to conclude the season.
Registration: January
Dates: February 4, 11, 18, & 25
Times: 6-8pm
Fee: $10 per player, includes shirt
Location: WA Foster Center
Indoor Soccer
(Ages 16 & Up) Grab some friends and join our indoor league. This is a 4 week league with a tournament to conclude the season.
Registration: February
Dates: March 4, 11, 18, & 25
Times: 6-8pm
Fee: $10 per player, includes shirt
Location: WA Foster Center
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Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course
407 Eden Place
(919)735-0411
http://www.gmgcgolf.com
http://www.facebook.com/gmgcgolf
Tee Times Required for Weekends and Holidays
Children 12 & Under Play Free w/ Paying Adult
2015 RATES: Effective (Winter) Standard Time to DST
Monday-----Friday
Regular
Senior
18 Holes w/ Cart
$26
$21
$26
$19
9 Holes w/ Cart
$15
$15
$15
$12
18 Holes Walking
$15
$10
$15
$4
9 Holes Walking
$10
$10
$10
$4
FootGolf -
$10
$10
$10
$6
Cart
$8
Ball
$3
18 Holes w/ Cart
$31
$31
$26
$21
9 Holes w/ Cart
$20
$20
$15
$14
18 Holes Walking
$20
$20
$15
$6
9 Holes Walking
$15
$15
$10
$6
FootGolf - 18 Holes
$10
$10
$10
$8
Cart
$8
Ball
$3
18 Holes
Military Junior (13-18)
Weekends & Holidays
All 18 Hole Rates Include $15 Cart Fee
All 9 Hole Rates Include $8 Cart Fee
Green Fee Good ALL DAY
Tournament Fees - Call 919.735.0411
FootGolf is here!
Play FootGolf on Saturdays & Sundays After 2pm
Soccer Ball Rentals are $2
Ages 13 & Under Must Have an Adult
No Soccer Cleats
The Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course is
not your everyday municipal. Built in
1941, the golf course was completely
renovated in 1999 under the supervision
of renowned golf course architect John
LaFoy. The renovated course features
large “Champion” Bermuda greens which
average over 6,000 square feet each, 419
Bermuda fairways and concrete cart
paths. Goldsboro Municipal Golf has the
best practice facility in the Wayne County area. With 9 practice mats, 20 station
grass hitting area, practice bunker, chipping green, 4 strategically placed target
greens all with laser shot exact distances,
golfers of all levels can improve their
game.
Private Lessons
by Jody Dean, PGA Head Professional
Call 735-0411
For prices and booking
Driving Range Plan
$40 per Month
$50 per Family
Hit as many balls as you want!
You do not have to be a member for the
driving range plan.
FootGolf is a new sport that combines soccer and golf. To play,
players us a soccer ball on a traditional golf course. Cups are 21
inches in diameter. The rules are very similar to golf.
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January-April
Fitness Room
Line Dance Classes
(Ages 18 & Up) The fitness center includes treadmills, elliptical machines, recumbent bicycles, and
dumbbells. The room also has 2 flat screen t.v.’s with
cable.
(Ages 16 & Up) You don’t need a partner for this
dance. This is a fun way to exercise and learn
some steps while you’re doing it. Used in country
Western and Disco dancing and is easy to learn.
Dates: Open year round, closed on City Holidays
Times: Monday—Friday: 8:00am—8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm—5:00pm
Fee: $40 per year
Location: Herman Park Center
Dates: Thursdays, January 8-April 24
Time: 6:30pm-8pm
Fee: $6 per class
Location: Herman Park Center
Zumba
(Ages 16 & Up) Dance, have fun, and burn calories
to the sounds of Latin music! Instructor provides all
of the steps.
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, January 11-April 29
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Fee: $5 per class
Location: Herman Park Center
Master’s League Basketball
(Ages 35 & Up) 4-on-4 basketball games played half
court. ID is required.
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 6:15pm-8pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Young Adult Basketball
(Ages 19 & Up) Calling all ballers! Enjoy competitive
full court basketball.
Dates: Mondays
Time: 10am-1pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Mini Volleyball Game
(Ages 4-6) Come and enjoy learning the game of
volleyball using a softer ball.
Dates: 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 4-6pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Karate
(Ages 4 & Up) Learn basic Karate and work on your
skills with Young Champions of America.
Registration: February 3
Day: Tuesdays, February 10-June 9
Time: Ages 4-6, 6-6:45pm
Ages 7 & Up, 6:45-7:30pm
Fee: $8 Registration & $7 per Class
Location: Herman Park Center
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Urban Ballroom Dance Classes
(Ages 16 & Up) Urban Ballroom Dance is choreographed dance that’s fun, rejuvenating, relaxing and
easy to learn with a smooth contemporary vibe.
Dates: Tuesdays, January 6-April 30
Time: 7:15pm-8:30pm
Fee: $6 per class
Location: Herman Park Center
Youth Cheerleading & Tumbling
(Ages 4 & Up) Cheers, skills and sportsmanship will
be taught by the Young Champions of America.
Ages, Day & Times: 4-6yrs, Mondays, 5:30-6:15pm
7-9yrs, Mondays, 6:15-7:00pm
Tumbling, Mondays, 7-7:30pm
10-12yrs, Mondays, 7:30-8:15pm
13 & Up, Wednesdays, 6-7pm
Tumbling, Wednesdays, 7-7:30pm
Registration: Ages 4-12, Monday, February 2
Ages 13 & Up, Wednesday, February 4
Dates: February 9–June 8
Fee: $8.00 Registration; $7 per class
Location: Herman Park Center
Ping Pong Tournament
(Middle School & High School Students) Come enjoy the game of ping pong.
Dates: Monday, January 19
Time: 3:45-6pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Youth Free Play Basketball
(School Age) Come enjoy exciting basketball daily
for boys and girls.
Dates: Monday-Friday
Time: 3-6pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
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Cooking Class
Beautification/Garden Project
(School Age) Kids will learn to cook some of their
favorite dishes while learning how to read labels and
follow recipes! Register 2 days in advance.
(Ages 7 & Up) Help us grow different vegetables in
our garden. We will learn how to take care of each
plant while enjoying the delicious produce!
Dates: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month
Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, January 15-May14
Ages & Time: 18yrs & Up: 10am-12pm
7-17yrs: 3:30pm-4:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Arts & Crafts
(School Age) Make arts and crafts with your friends.
Register one day in advance
Dates: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month
Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Bingo
(Ages 7 & Up) Enjoy fun games of BINGO!
Game Room Activities
Dates: Every 2nd Monday
Time: Ages 18 & Up: 9:30am-2:30pm & 6:15-8pm
Ages 7-17: 3pm-6pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Come out to WA Foster Center to play arcade
games, table tennis, foosball and more!
Dominoes
Dates: Monday-Thursday
Time: Kids-2:45pm-6pm
Adults-9:30am-2:30pm & 6:15pm -8:00pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Getting Paid to Talk
(Ages 18 & Up) Find out if you have the voice for
radio or TV commercials.
Registration Dates: Now-March 9
Date: March 17
Time: 6:30pm-9pm
Fee: $15 per person
Location: Herman Park Center
(Ages 7 & Up) Enjoy fun games of dominoes!
Dates: Monday—Thursday
Time: Ages 18 & Up: 9:30am-2:30pm & 6:15-8pm
Ages 7-17: 3-6pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster
Youth Pottery Class
(Ages 8-15) Learn the art of pottery and how to use
the potter’s wheel. Limited to 5 students per class.
Dates: (4 Week Sessions) Mondays
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Fee: $60.00 per person
Location: Herman Park Center
Afterschool Quiet Time
Adult Pottery Class
(School Age) WA Foster Center offers a study hall
for students during the week after school. This
gives each child the opportunity to get homework,
projects, or any other school work completed in a
quiet environment.
(Ages 16 & Up) Learn the art of potter and how to
use the pottery wheel. Limited to 5 students per
class
Days: Monday-Friday
Time: 3pm-5:00pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Ladies Luncheon
(Ages 18 & Up) Ladies come together with covered
dishes to fellowship.
Dates: Last Wednesday of each month
Time: 10am-2pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
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Dates: (4 Week Sessions) Tuesdays, January 5
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Fee: $60.00 per person
Location: Herman Park Center
Billiards Tournament
(Ages 7 & Up) Enjoy fun games of pool. Winners of
each game receive a treat!
Dates: 3rd Thursday of each month
Time: Ages 18 & Up: 7-8pm
Ages 7-17: 4-5pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
January-April
Scrapbooking
Special Populations Dance
(Ages 18 & Up) Enjoy pasting photos or other items
for keepsake. Don’t forget to bring your pictures!
(Ages 18 & Up) Come dance and enjoy refreshments during our themed, monthly dances.
Dates: 2nd Thursdays; January 8—April 9
Time: 11:30am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Dates: January 21
February 18
March 18
April 15
Time: 7pm-9pm
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Mayor’s Committee for Persons with
Disabilities Meeting
(All Ages) Meet with the Mayor as we discuss various topics.
Date: 3rd Thursdays of each month;
Time: 12-1pm
Fee: Application Fee
Location: City Hall
Therapeutic Walk
(Ages 12 & Up) Come out and enjoy this healthy lifestyle program.
Date: Fridays; January 9-April 30
Time: 10:30am
Fee: Free
Location: Various locations; Check calendar or call
Fitness Group
Arts & Crafts
(Ages 18 & Up) Come show your creative skills.
Groups 5 or more, please call in advance.
Dates: 1st Thursdays; February 5- April 2
Time: 11:30am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Social Club
(Ages 18 & Up) Great for money management.
Must bring money for food and $1 tip.
Date: 4th Thursdays; January 22 - April 23
Time: 11:30am
Location: Various locations; Check calendar or call
(Ages 18 & Up) Enjoy fitness at your own pace.
Date: Tuesdays; January 6- April 28
Time: 1pm
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Aktion Club
Special Olympics Meeting
Date: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays; January 14-April 22
Time: 4:00pm
Fee: $15 yearly dues
Location: Herman Park Center
(Ages 8 & Up) Meet with us as we organize the local
Special Olympics Competition.
Dates: 2nd Mondays of each month;
January 12- April 14
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: Family YMCA
(Ages 18 & Up) Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club,
come join the club! We discuss trips, projects and
events.
Let’s Move!
(Ages 3-6) Let’s get out and get moving! Bring your
tricycles, bicycles, and scooters as we get fit!
Date: March 11
Time: 3-5pm
Fee: Free
Location: Fairview Track
Hike for the Challenge!
(Ages 8-17) Come out and explore Mother Nature!
Date: April 6-9
Time: 10-11:30am
Fee: Free, Bring Bagged Lunch
Location: Various Locations
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Specialized Cooking Class
Specialized Easter Egg Hunt
(Ages 18 & Up) Come and enjoy low budget meals/
snacks. Individuals will prepare and enjoy their
meal/snack.
(All Ages) Hunt for eggs and win prizes!
Date: 4th Wednesdays; January 28- April 22
Time: 1:30pm
Fee: Free, Must Register
Location: Herman Park Center
Sports Clinic
(Ages 8-17) Come out and enjoy a variety of sports
play during Easter Break. Attendees will enjoy basketball, t-ball, soccer and volleyball.
Registration Dates: March 2-April 2
Dates: April 6-9
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: Free
Location: Berkeley Park
50+ Fitness
(Ages 50 & Up) Fun & Fitness - stretching, light
weights, dance style aerobics, floor work and
relaxation. A great way to start your day!
Registration: Ongoing
Day: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 9:00am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
50+ Swimnastics
(Ages 50 & Up) Get fit like the fishes! Warm water
aerobics program gives you a complete workout
while the water works for you. No swimming required.
Registration: Ongoing
Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 1:00pm
Fee: $2.00 per visit
Location: Family Y Therapeutic Swimming Pool
Tap Dancing
(Ages 50 & Up) Dancing for fun & fitness! Let’s
make some noise! Learn routines that can be
performed in Wayne County Senior Games and at
area events! (Performing not required)
Registration: Ongoing
Day: Thursdays
Time: 11:00am
Fee: Free
Location: ” A Step Of Class” Dance Studio
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Date: Thurs., April 2
Times: TBD
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park
Leisure Center
(Ages 18 & Up) The Leisure Center is open MondayFriday from 11am-3pm and Tuesday & Thursday from
5:30-8:30pm for those 18 & Up with disabilities. Individuals must have an assessment form on file for
emergency contact purposes. Come out and enjoy
ping pong, billiards, arcade games, and more with
your peers.
Dates: January-April
Time: Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, Tues & Thurs 5:30-8:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Line Dancing
(Ages 50 & Up) Great exercise and loads of fun!
Registration: Ongoing
Morning: Fridays, 10am @ Herman Park Center
Afternoon: Mondays, 1pm @ Herman Park Center
Evening: Tuesdays, 6pm @ Peggy Seegar Senior
Center
Fee: Free
Let's Play Bridge
(Ages 50 & Up) Fun and fellowship around the bridge
table. There is always room for more!
Registration: Ongoing
Day: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month
Time: 1:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
Pickleball
(Ages 50 & Up) Enjoy this energetic game with us! All
levels can play and enjoy this new game! We can play
outdoors or out, so try it out!
Day: Thursdays
Time: 9:30am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
January-April
Golden Agers Meeting
Acrylic Painting & Design
(Ages 50 & Up) This monthly meeting begins with a (Ages 50 & Up) Awaken your creative side in our
covered dish luncheon. We have entertainment or
acrylic painting and design class! Extremely small
informative speakers each month. Join us for food,
class size insures lots of individual attention.
fun and fellowship!
Registration: 1st Monday of each month during class
Registration: No registration required
Day: Mondays
Day: 2nd Wednesday of each month
Time: 11:00am
Time: 12pm
Fee: $40.00 per month
Fee: $5.00 per year
Location: The Senior House
Location: Herman Park Center
Golden Tones
(Ages 50 & Up) Come and make a joyful noise with
our choral group! We sing gospel, oldies and love
songs. Got a favorite song? Come and sing it with
our group!
Registration: Ongoing
Day: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month
Time: 10:15am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Shuffleboard
TGIF Canasta
(Ages 50 & Up) Come and join us for a game of
Canasta. You’ll enjoy this fun and exciting card
game!
Registration: Ongoing
Day: Fridays
Time: 1pm
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
Open Painting
(Ages 50 & Up) Paint and socialize with this artsy
(Ages 50 & Up) You don't have to shuffle off to Bufgroup. No instructor, participants work on their own
falo to play with us! Have fun and practice for Senand help each other.
ior Games.
Registration: Ongoing
Registration: No registration required
Day: Thursdays
Date: Tuesdays, March 17 – April 14
Time: 9:00am
Time: 9:30am
Fee: Free
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
Location: Herman Park Center
Horseshoes
(Ages 50 & Up) Play horseshoes with us! Have fun
and practice for Senior Games.
Registration: No registration required
Date: Tuesdays, March 17 – April 14
Time: 9:30am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
Cornhole
(Ages 50 & Up) Come join in on the fun, friendly
competition of a game of Cornhole. A game that
everyone can play!
Registration: No registration required
Day: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month
Time: 11:15am
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park Center
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Dominoes
(Ages 50 & Up) Enjoy a fun game of dominoes with
our group!
Registration: No registration required
Day: Mondays
Time: 3:45pm
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
Neuse River Wood Carvers
(Ages 50 & Up) Be a ”cut up” with our group.
Wood carvers of all levels are welcome.
Registration: Ongoing
Day: Mondays
Time: 3:45pm
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
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Bridge Time
Disc Golf
(Ages: 50 & Up) Show your skills – or learn some new
ones with this group of bridge players!
(Ages: 50 & Up) Join this new program and get all of
the benefits of being in the great outdoors, learning
something new and exercising through play! Loads of
fun!
Registration: Ongoing
Day: Mondays & 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesdays
Time: Mon. 11:00am; Wed. 1:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
50+ Pajama Party!
(Ages: 50 & Up) Join us for a full night of laughter!
Fun, food and fellowship are on the agenda!
Registration: January 15-30
Date: Thursday, February 5 – Friday, February 6
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00am
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
50+ Dances
(Ages: 50 & Up) Great music, great food, great fun!
Dance the night away with us. Co-sponsored with
Wayne County Services on Aging and the Family Y.
Registration: No registration required
Date: Quarterly - TBA
Time: 7:00pm
Fee: Free
Location: Peggy Seegar Senior Center
Senior Games Registration!
(Ages: 50 & Up) Wayne County Senior Games offers
quality recreation through fun and competitive
activities to promote health and well-being in adults
50 and better. Registration forms may be picked up
at Herman Park Center, the Peggy Seegar Senior
Center and the Family Y.
Registration: March 3 – March 31
Date: Tuesdays, March 3 – March 31
Time: 9:30am
Fee: Free
Location: Stoney Creek Park
50+ Trips
(Ages: 50 & Up) The Golden Agers Club takes day
trips each month. Trips are discussed at the monthly
Golden Agers meetings.
Registration: At Golden Agers Luncheon the month of
the trip
Date: Monthly - TBA
Time: TBA
Fee: $5.00 van fee plus cost of the outing
Location: NC Attractions – departing from Herman
Park Center
Senior Games Health Fair
(Ages: 50 & Up) Extensive Health Fair, free, healthy
lunch, lots of Senior Games information!
Registration: No registration required
Date: Friday, March 7
Time: 10:00am
Fee: Free
Location: Peggy Seegar Senior Center
Senior Mornings
(Ages 50 & Up) Enjoy fun times with friends.
Registration: Friday, March 7 – Tuesday, April 1
Fee: $10 plus event fee for bowling and Putt-Putt
Dates: May
Location: Various
Dates: Monday-Friday
Time: 9:30am-12pm
Fee: Free
Location: WA Foster Center
Fun & Games
SOAR (Senior Outdoor Adventure
Recreation)
(Ages 50 & Up) Board games and table games of all
types. Come and enjoy the fun and games!
Registration: No registration required
Day: 2nd Wednesday of each month
Time: 1:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: The Senior House
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(Ages 50 & Up) If you enjoy the great outdoors join
us for fun and mild adventure! (Hiking, canoeing, bird
watching, star gazing, etc)
Registration: March 2 – March 14
Dates: March 18 & April 15
Time: 10:30am
Fee: $5.00 van fee plus any cost for outing
Location: NC hiking trails and nature areas (trips leave
from Herman Park Center)
January-April
Daddy Daughter Dance
(Ages 4-12) Daddys, Pa-pas, Uncles, Big Brothers
and God-Fathers get a chance to make daughters
feel special! This will be an evening of music,
dancing, games and so much more! Refreshments
will be served and photographs will be taken. A limited number of tickets are available, so register
early.
Registration: January 5-February 13
Dates: Friday, February 13
Time: 6pm-8pm
Fee: $7.00 per person
Location: Herman Park Center
Farmers Market
Get fresh produce from your local farmers every
Wednesday at Herman Park. Support local farming
and enjoy the best produce from Wayne County!
Dates: Every Wednesday, April—November
Time: All Day
Location: Herman Park Center
Shad Fishing Tournament
(All Ages) Compete with others and win prizes for
largest fish and creel.
Registration: January 12-March 11
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 7am-4pm
Fee: $20
Location: Wayne County—Neuse River
Weigh In at 4pm at EZ Bait & Tackle
Sunday In the Park
Come out to Herman park on May 3 and check out
art from local vendors, live music, various local craft
vendors, outdoor activities and more!
Dates: May 3
Time: 2-5pm
Fee: Free
Location: Herman Park
Easter Egg Hunt
(Ages 4-12) See the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs,
win prizes and enjoy various activities!
Date: Thursday, April 2
Times: 6pm Ages 4-8
7:30pm Ages 9-12
Fee: Free
Location: Berkeley Park
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Parks & Centers
Facilities
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Rentals can be made up to one year in advance on a first come, first
serve basis. Be sure to include setup and breakdown time in your
rental. Events may be requested with at least 60 days notice. Nonprofit status must be verified. All indoor rentals require a $100
deposit. If the room is not damaged or rental doesn't go over it’s
allotted time, the deposit will be returned three (3) weeks after the
rental date. Cancellations must be made 2 weeks prior to rental. A
$10 administration fee will be deducted to all cancellations.
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Facility Rentals
For more detailed policy, or to inquire about athletic field rentals,
please contact Goldsboro Parks, Recreation staff, 919-739-7480.
Herman Park Community Center
901 East Ash Street—Located at Herman Park
(919) 739-7480
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Auditorium (Meetings) - $135/2 hrs.
Auditorium (Commercial Events) - $300/2 hrs.
Meeting Rooms 1 & 2— $30/2 hrs., $40 w/food & drinks
Kitchen or Patio—$30/hr.
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am—8:00pm;
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm—5:00pm
Capacity: Auditorium—175; Meeting Rooms—50
W.A. Foster Community Center
516 Leslie Street
(919) 734-4164
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Gymnasium - $70/2 hrs.
Recreation Room (Banquets, Weddings, etc) - $135/2 hrs.
Auditorium (Commercial Events) - $300/2 hrs.
Meeting Room — $30/2 hrs., $40 w/food & drinks
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Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am—8:00pm;
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm—5:00pm
Capacity: Recreation Room—135; Meeting Room—40; Gym—100
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Picnic Shelters
Rentals are made in blocks of four hours
 $30/four hours
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Athletic Fields
1 Field, 4 Hours, No Lights—$60
1 Field, 4 Hours, W/Lights—$100
1 Field, 1 Day & 1 Night—$210
2 Fields, 2 Days & 2 Nights—$420
Special Facilities
Park House (Blocks of 4 Hours) - $70
Gazebo (Blocks of 4 Hours) - $40
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Berkeley Memorial Park, 3211 Cashwell Dr.
Facilities: 2 Softball/Baseball Fields, 2 Picnic
Shelters, Playground, Outdoor Basketball Court,
Restrooms, Disc Golf Course, Sand Volleyball
Fairview Park, 1901 Edgerton St.
Facilities: 2 Softball/Baseball Fields,
Walking Track, Outdoor Basketball Court,
Playground, Restrooms, 1 Picnic Shelter
Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course, 407 Eden Pl.
Facilities: 18 Hole Course, Driving Range,
Clubhouse, Pro Shop
Henry C. Mitchell Park, 305 Whitfield Dr.
Facilities: Playground
Herman Park, 900 Park Ave.
Facilities: 3 Picnic Shelters, Playground,
Gazebo, Park House, 10 Tennis Courts, Soccer
Field, Kiwanis Miniature Train, Farmers Market
Restrooms
Herman Park Center, 901 E. Ash St.
Facilities: 2 Meeting Rooms, Kitchen, Auditorium,
Fitness Room, Leisure Center, Boxing Gym,
Pottery Room
Herman Park Senior House, 903 E. Ash St.
Facilities: 4 Activity Rooms, Kitchen
H.V. Brown Park, 600 H.V. Brown Lane
Facilities: Softball/Baseball Field, 3 Picnic
Shelters, Restrooms, Playground, Outdoor
Basketball Court
Mina Weil Park, 235 House St.
Facilities: 2 Softball/Baseball Fields, Playground,
Restrooms, Outdoor Swimming Pool, 1 Picnic
Shelter
North End Park, 300 N. Neil St.
Facilities: Open Space, 2 Picnic Shelters,
Playground, Restrooms
Peacock Park, 1503 Herring St.
Facilities: Playground, Outdoor Swimming Pool
Quail Park, 529 Quail Dr.
Facilities: 1 Picnic Shelter, Playground
Stoney Creek Park, 2300 E. Ash St.
Facilities: 18 Hole Disc Golf Course, 1 Picnic
Shelter, Sand Volleyball, Restrooms, Dog Park,
Walking Trail
Stoney Creek Mountain Bike Trail
Facilities: 3 Miles of Single Track Trails
South End Park, 1900 S. Slocumb St.
Facilities: Basketball Courts, Playground
Veterans Memorial Park, 224 E. Walnut St.
Facilities: Memorial Wall
W.A. Foster Center, 516 S. Leslie St.
Facilities: Gymnasium, Leisure Center, Meeting
Room, Kitchen, Playground,
January-April
Goldsboro Facilities Map
Parks and Centers
www.goldsboroparksandrec.com
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Goldsboro Parks & Recreation
PO Drawer A
Goldsboro, NC 27533