As a reflection of the exciting changes taking place throughout the City of New Bern, our Department is changing its name from New Bern Recreation and Parks, to New Bern Parks and Recreation! Keep your eyes open for a new logo and much more!
MISSION STATEMENT
To enhance the quality of life through comprehensive and balanced leisure services and facilities.
ABOUT US
New Bern Parks and Recreation provides a variety of affordable opportunities
for individual and family leisure endeavors. From leagues and fitness, to
clubs and crafts, to playgrounds and parks, to camps and after school services,
New Bern Parks and Recreation has something for almost everyone. You will
find many of our scenic parks include amenities such as shelters, boat slips,
playgrounds, and gorgeous views of the Neuse and Trent Rivers. Our department
is proud of the Special Events it sponsors throughout the year, such as the
Festival of Fun and a local favorite, the Coastal Christmas Flotilla. The Athletics Division offers numerous youth and adult sports leagues ranging from Pop Warner Football, Cal Ripkin Baseball, Industrial Adult Basketball, and Girls Volleyball. Whether
you are relishing the outdoors at one of our beautiful parks, improving your
lifestyle at a local recreation facility, enjoying one of our
many annual special events, or participating in one of our outstanding athletic leagues, our aim is to meet your leisure
needs. Please feel free to contact us with your program ideas and requests.
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Thurman C. Hardison |
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
“The New Bern Parks and Recreation Department’s mission is
to provide and enhance leisure service opportunities for our residents
and visitors. We are committed to developing a quality of service
that will rival any Parks and Recreation department in Eastern
North Carolina, and ultimately, in the state. In order to achieve such
high expectations, we will need your assistance. Feel free to visit us,
or contact us by phone or email if you have any questions, concerns,
suggestions, or ideas as they relate to programs, facilities, or customer
service. We will always strive to provide the highest level of quality
service. Enjoy your New Bern Parks and Recreation experience!”
CONTACT US
Name |
Division |
Phone |
Email |
Thurman C. Hardison
Director Parks and Recreation |
Administration
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639-2900
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recdir@newbern-nc.org |
Nancy Donahue
Administrative Assistant |
Administration |
639-2901
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recadmin@newbern-nc.org |
Nicole Jacobs Dewar
Special Events Coordinator |
Special Events |
639-2902
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dewarn@newbern-nc.org |
John Albert
Parks Superintendent |
Parks |
639-2927
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albertj@newbern-nc.org |
Dannie Koonce
Buildings Supervisor |
Parks |
639-2929
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Carlie Metts
Center Supervisor
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West New Bern Recreation Center
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639-2906
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mettsc@newbern-nc.org |
| Ashley Parham
Program Coordinator |
West New Bern Recreation Center | 639-2913 |
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Emmitt Godette
Program Coordinator |
West New Bern
Recreation Center
|
639-2912 |
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Nita Henderson
Ceramic
Instructor |
West New
Bern
Recreation
Center
|
639-2912 |
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| Anthony Boggan Program Coordinator |
West New Bern Recreation Center | 639-2909 |
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Reggie Pender
Center Supervisor
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Stanley White Recreation Center
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639-2919
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penderr@newbern-nc.org |
| James Bullock, Jr. Program Coordinator |
Stanley White Recreation Center |
639-2921 | |
| Jermaine Thomas
Program Coordinator |
Stanley White Recreation Center |
639-2922 | |
Tameka Delmar
Program
Coordinator |
Stanley White
Recreation
Center |
639-2920 |
swrecctr@newbern-nc.org
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Taurance Williams
Athletic Supervisor
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Athletics |
639-2920
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recathletic@newbern-nc.org
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| Gus Hill Athletic Coordinator | Athletics |
639-2908 |
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| Rob Maglicic
Athletic Coordinator | Athletics |
639-2907 |
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Shelley Collins
Program Coordinator |
Community Resource Center
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636-4127 |
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Sharika Towe
Program Assistant
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Community Resource Center
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636-4127
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