Information. Contact: Mallory Peterson. Upcoming events and programs from Chatham County Parks and Recreation.

Chatham County Parks and Recreation Events

Fri, Apr 28-Fri, May 12 Senior Games and Silver Arts
Registration Deadline: Fri, Mar 31
Age Range: 50+
Cost: $20 per person.
Compete in pickleball, track, basketball shoot, tennis, bocce, golf, and more! Artwork for Silver Arts is due the week of Mon, Apr 24. Register online at https://torch.ncseniorgames.org or stop by the Senior Centers to pick up a paper form.

Fri, Apr 28, 6pm-8pm Sunset Learn to Paddle
Location: Farrington Point Boat Ramp
Registration Deadline: Wed, Apr 19
Age Range: 10+
Cost: $30
Come learn the basics of canoeing and kayaking before going on a sunset trip around Jordan Lake and finishing the evening with S’mores. Participants will meet at Farrington Point Boat Ramp. No experience is needed. All supplies provided.

Mondays, May 1-May 22, 6pm-7pm Arts and Crafts
Location: Chatham Grove Community Center
Registration Deadline: Thu, Apr 27
Age Range: 6-10
Cost: $30
Join Chatham County Parks & Recreation for a four-week youth art and crafts program. Participants will create fun projects each week using a variety of materials.

Sat, May 6, 9am-12pm Dog Days
Location: The Park at Briar Chapel
Join Chatham County Parks and Recreation for this animal-themed event at the Park at Briar Chapel. Save the date, more information to come! Animal-themed vendors, family, and dog-friendly event. All dogs must be on a leash.

Tuesdays, May 16-Jun 20, 9:15am-10am All About Animals
Location: Chatham Grove Community Center
Registration Deadline: Mon,May 8
Age Range: 3-5
Cost: $30
This class will explore the animal kingdom from mammals to fish to birds and everything in between through stories, fun facts and features, and a themed craft each week. Ages 3-5.

Mon-Fri, 7am-6pm, Summer Camps
Location: Northwest District Park
Age Range: 5-14
Cost: $55 per week.
Chatham County Parks and Recreation Summer Camp is a traditional-style summer camp featuring activities like swimming, boating, fishing, archery, crafts, outdoor games, indoor games, and more. Registration opens Fri, Mar 31 at 10am.

• Week 1: July 10-14
• Week 2: July 17-21
• Week 3: July 24-28
• Week 4: July 31-August 4
• Week 5: August 7-11
• Week 6: August 14-18

Application for Counselors is open until filled.
Application for Junior Counselors closes Fri, Mar 31.