Mission Statement
To create safe and comprehensive opportunities that promote individual growth, environmental appreciation, community spirit and enhance the overall quality of life.

Upcoming Events in January-March 2010

Classes & Programs

Karate class meets every Tuesday night in the Gym at H.J. MacDonald Middle School. Class will resume January 6, 2009. Ages 3-7 meet at 7:00pm - 7:30pm and ages 8-adult meet from 7:30pm - 9:00pm. Fees for the class are $25/month for ages 3-7 and $35/month for ages 8-adult. For more information, call Billy Wilkes at (252) 636-6606. Activity Registration Form

Special Olympics Craven County will hold its spring games events at Grover C. Fields Middle School. Over 250 athletes from around Craven County will compete in track events, softball throw, standing and running long jump and relay races. This is the largest event in 2010. If you would like to volunteer for these events or any events for Special Olympics, please contact Mark Seymour at (252) 636-6606.

Adult beginner tennis lessons will start Tuesday, March 23rd at West New Bern Recreation Center. Classes are from 5:30pm - 7:00pm every Tuesday, for four weeks. Fee for the class is $45. Pre-registration is required as class space is limited. If you have any questions, please call our office at (252) 636-6606.

Youth beginner tennis lessons will start Thursday, March 18th at West New Bern Recreation Center. Classes time is 4:30pm - 6:00pm every Thursday for four weeks. Fee for the class is $45. Pre-registration is required as class space is limited. If you have any questions, please call our office at (252) 636-6606.

Sports/Leagues

The New Bern Babe Ruth Girls Softball League will have spring registration at the New Bern Mall Saturday, February 20th & 27th at 10:00am - 2:00pm. Girls ages 5-18 are eligible to play. Cost to play is $35. If you are a first-time player, please provide a copy of your birth certificate at the time of registration. For more information, contact Anita Williford at 1505A S. Glenburnie Road or call her at (252) 633-6600.

The spring Co-ed Softball League starts their season on Friday, April 9th. The deadline to enter a team, which includes a $100 non-refundable deposit is Friday, March 19th. The games are played on Friday nights, with make-ups on Saturdays of the following week. You can access the Rules, Contracts and Roster Sheet by clicking on the Athletics Page link. For more information, call our office at (252) 636-6606.

NEW - The $100 non-refundable deposit and deadline to enter a team is Tuesday, March 23rd. League play will begin Tuesday, April 13th. Games will be played on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Creekside Park. For more information regarding this league, contact our office at (252) 636-6606.

NEW - Craven County Recreation is currently accepting registration for a newly created co-ed kickball league for adults. The league, which is set to begin on Tuesday, April 13th, will feature a five game schedule. Each kickball team will consist of a minimum of four female and five male players. Players must be at least 16 years of age. Games will be played on Tuesday nights at Creekside Park. Team registration continues Friday, March 26th. Entry fee per team is $100. The league will be limited to six teams. For more information, contact Billy Wilkes or Mark Seymour at (252) 636-6606.