Discover Greensboro Fall 2022

upcoming Teacher Workdays! Leonard Recreation Center Ages 5-14 | Every GCS Teacher Workday | 7:30 am to 6 pm 336-297-4889 THE ORGANIC ARTIST This program offers a wide variety of fun projects using nature as a source for art supplies and inspiration. This is a family-friendly program. Keeley Park Garden Shelter Ages 3-12 | September 1 & 15, October 6 & 20 | 5-6 pm www.greensboro-nc.gov/msshelli TOTALLY TOTS PLAY HOUR Need to burn some toddler energy? Come by and let them run, play, and make new friends during this active hour of guided play for toddlers and their guardians. This fun-filled hour will have activities ranging from sensory play to quick crafts to games. There will be something for all activity levels. Brown and Leonard Recreation Centers Ages 0-4 | Leonard: Tuesdays & Thursdays | Brown: Mondays & Wednesdays | 10:30-11:30 am 336-297-4889 WE DANZ WeDanz is a youth dance organization specializing in the styles of hip hop, majorette, jazz, pop, pom, and more. At WeDanz, your child will not only learn the latest cutting edge dances, they will also learn dance techniques taught in studios all over the world. Glenwood Recreation Center Ages 4-18 | Mondays | 6-7:30 pm 336-373-2929 WHAT’S GROWING ON?! Children will get a hands-on learning experience with traditional FREE $ $ $

gardening, aeroponics, and cooking healthy meals. Brown Recreation Center Ages 6-14 | Thursdays | 6-7 pm 336-373-2920 W.I.S.E. - WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING The WISE program is a year-long commitment that will introduce middle school girls to a possible career path in STEM in a fun, hands-on, and practical way. Participants will build, create, and compete as they work together and independently to formulate ideas, record results, analyze outcomes, Ages 10-14 | 1st Wednesdays Via Zoom | 3rd Wednesday | 4-7 pm www.greensboro-nc.gov/xperience YOUTH LEADERSHIP GREENSBORO Youth Leadership Greensboro (YLG) is designed for outstanding high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who want develop leadership skills to make a difference in their community. This program is organized by teens who have graduated from the program. Applications due August 19. Barber Park Event Center Ages 14-18 | October 18, November 2, December 1, January 4, Feburary 1, March 1, & April 5 | 8:30 am to 3:30 pm www.greensboro-nc.gov/YLG YOUTH OPEN GYM Come hoop with us! All youth and teen participants must have an adult with them during play and abide by the Open Gym policies posted onsite. Leonard Recreation Center Ages 5+ | Saturdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-297-4889 $$$$ $$$$ FREE and present findings. Xperience @ Caldcleugh

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ONE STEP FURTHER Junior Life Skills is a 20-hour One Step Further program designed to provide youth who have had difficulties at school and in the community with the resources to make healthier choices in their everyday lives. Classes are taught by trained facilitators using the Botvin Life Skills Training Curriculum, an evidence-based program. Glenwood Recreation Center Ages 9-17 | Mondays & Wednesdays | 6-7 pm 336-373-2929 PIZZA AND PAINT Come be artistic and possibly learn something new or showcase a skill. All canvases will be pre-drawn for the participants to save time. This program is to promote creative thinking, enhance problem solving skills, improve motor skills, and boost the self confidence of the program participants. Warnersville Recreation Center Ages 10+ | Fridays | 6:30-7:30 pm SATURDAY MORNING ART Come show your creative side while listening to music. Beginners and skilled artists alike are welcome to join. Windsor Recreation Center Ages 6-14 | Saturdays | 11 am 336-373-5845 TEACHER WORKDAY CAMPS Looking for a safe space for your school age child to hang out on teacher workdays? Look no further! We will have fun themed activities for $ $ $ FREE

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