4th of July  

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR BOATERS:

Due to the 4th of July celebration in Lawson Creek Park, boat launches will be closed the following times:

July 3rd at 11:00 p.m.

through

July 4th at 11:00 p.m.

New Bern Parks & Recreation invites you to LAWSON CREEK PARK on July 4th for an afternoon packed with fun and excitement.  Pack a picnic and plan to spend this great American holiday in historic New Bern!  We welcome coolers and service animals, but prohibit alcohol, glass containers, fireworks, and all other pets. 

WHEN:        Saturday, July 4, 2009

WHERE:      Lawson Creek Park (1309 Country Club Rd.)

TIME:          3pm-9:30pm

For more information, please call (252-639-2901)                                                                                            

Fireworks Information & Traffic Plan Map

Kinston Indians Trip

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 639-2903.

When:  Summer 2009

Table Tennis Kick-off

Come out and show off your best moves.  Competition is stiff, so be ready to play hard.  Registration begins at 6:00 pm and trounament begins at 6:30 pm.

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 The Streets at Southpoint.  Sign up today at West New Bern Recreation Center. Seating Limited!

Call 636-4127 after 3pm for more information

VIP Trips

We have teamed up with Craven County Services for the Blind and are now offering trips for visually impaired persons.  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.

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.

http://ncvipfishing.org

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Festival of Fun

This annual event has become one of Eastern North Carolina’s best children’s festivals!  Each year, approximately 4,000 people join us at Union Point Park for a day full of games, arts & crafts, educational information, and fun. 

Billiards Tournaments