Coastal Christmas

Flotilla

New Bern Parks and Recreation is proud to host the annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla!  Join us for a magical evening of bright lights, beautiful boats, and music.  The Marine Corps Band will play while the boats are parading down the river.  Santa will hitch a ride aboard "The Hatterascal", to greet the children in Union Point Park.  Call 639-2902 for more information.

Location: Union Point Park

Date:  December 6, 2008

Time:  5:30pm - 7:30pm

Preschool Parade

This annual October parade is for preschool age children and parents.  Children dress in their Halloween costumes and parade down Middle Street and into Union Point Park.  Registration is necessary.  Call 639-2902 for more information.
Parade Location: Begins at the corner of Broad and Middle Street, downtown New Bern.  In the case of inclement weather, we will parade at the West New Bern Recreation Center at 1225 Pine Tree Drive.

Date:  Thursday, October 30th, 2008

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Shopping Trips

Do you like to go shopping, but don’t like the drive? Let us take you! Ride in the comfort of our activity bus.  Our next trip will be to Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh.    

Location:  Depart West New Bern Rec.                  Center promptly at 7am    

Date:        November 7, 2008

Cost:        $12.00

Time:       7am-5pm

Call 639-2902 for more information

Mackenzie  Roberts

Katrina Harris

           April Spears

A spinoff of a popular concert held each year in Tennessee, this day- long concert was held in Union Point Park on May 17.    Thanks to The Music Shop, headlining this concert was Myrtle Beach's own, PAINTED MAN----a band that crosses the divide between funk, rock, jazz and soul.  Local bands including local favorites, the POLLOCK STREET BAND, New Bern High's SMS Band (Student Musicians and Songwriters), Just Joe, Adonis, and Concrete Sky also performed.  

$986 was raised for the Save Darfur project.  We truly hope that it will help the people suffering in Darfur.  

SAVEDARFUR.ORG

VIP Trips

We have teamed up with the Craven County Services for the Blind and are now offering monthly trips for visually impaired persons.  Each month we choose a special activity.  Trips have included visits to the North Carolina Library for the Blind in Raleigh, Lions Industries for the Blind in Kinston, and the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher.  For more information, or to participate, please contact Lori Brault at Craven County Services for the Blind, (252)636-6472 ext. 1311 or Nicole Jacobs Dewar at New Bern Parks and Recreation, (252)639-2902.

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New Bern Parks and Recreation is proud to be a part of this annual trip to the Outer Banks. For years, we have provided transportation to the Craven County's Visually Impaired People so that they may enjoy themselves on this week-long adventure. The 2008 trip proved very fruitful for one special VIP, Pete Pederman.  Pete came in 1st place for cathching the most fish from our boat, The Crystal Dawn.  For more information call Lori Brault at 636-4900 or Nicole Jacobs Dewar at 639-2902.

Location: Bus departs from West New Bern Recreation Center

Date: October 13-15, 2008

Billiards Tournaments                       

Think you’re a pool shark? Come out and test your talent!  Prizes are awarded for 1st and 2nd Place.  Registration starts at 6:00pm, play begins at 6:30.

Information:  639-2909

Location: West NewBern Recreation Center

Date:  February 20, 2009

Time:  Registration at 6:00pm-9:00pm

Entry fee: $3/per person
   

2009 Open 9-Ball Classic 

Location: West New Bern Recreation Center
Date: March 26, 2009

Time:  Registration is at 6pm, play begins at 6:30pm

Entry fee:  $3/per person

This is a chance for prospective college students to visit with representatives from colleges across the state in a centralized location here in New Bern.  This is a great opportunity for interested parties to come and get valuable information about different colleges, college preparation, financial aid and scholarships.  Colleges and universities will be announced.

Location:  TBA

Date and time:  TBA

Come and see exciting professional baseball action without having to drive.  New Bern Parks and Recreation Department sponsors an annual Kinston Indians Trip.  For more information, call Taurance Williams at 639-2920.

When:  Summer 2009

Neuse River

Senior Games

& Silver Arts

This is an Olympic-style event and arts exhibit for adults 55 and better.  Call 639-2912 for registration information. 

Location:  Headquartered at West New Bern Recreation Center

When:  4/20/09 to 5/1/09

New Bern Parks & Recreation invites you to Union Point Park on July 4th for an afternoon packed with fun and excitement.  3pm - 5pm will feature entertainment and misting tents to keep everyone cool.  From 7pm - 9 p.m., the 2d Marine Aircraft Wing Band will feature big band music, classical marches and patriotic music.  As the concert draws to a close, the excitement continues, with the patriotic fireworks show blasting off to Stars and Stripes Forever@.  The aerial display features meteors, crackling comets, stars, butterflies, peonies, and lots of razzle-dazzle to light up the sky.  Please keep in mind that the traffic into, and out of, downtown will not be able to access the Cunningham Bridge.  Police officials will be on hand to keep traffic moving efficiently.  Pack a picnic and plan to spend this great American holiday in historic downtown New Bern!  We welcome coolers and service animals, but prohibit alcohol, glass containers, fireworks, and all other pets.  For more information, please call (252-639-2902)                                                                                            

Bike MS

This annual September event is coordinated by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Eastern Carolina Chapter.  The event draws thousands of cyclists, volunteers, family members, and fans to New Bern each fall. Pictured to the right are members of New Bern Parks and Recreation's Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC).  For more information on the Bike Tour, call the Multiple Sclerosis Society at 1-800-FIGHT-MS.

Date:  tba

Location:  Headquartered at Union Point Park

Time:  tba

Lil’ KidsStuff Corner

at Mumfest

New Bern Parks and Recreation coordinates the kids corner for Mumfest. Geared especially for kids 10 and under, Lil’ KidsStuff offers physical activities, arts and crafts, jump-rope contests, a puppet show, and more. A baby-changing station is also provided for parent's convenience. Join us for fun, games, activities, and more.
Location:  Corner of East Front and Broad Streets
Dates:      October 10 & 11, 2009

Time:       10:30am to 5:00pm Saturday,                                    12:00pm to   4:00pm Sunday