Parks and Recreation Annual Report 2022-2023

Programs that Inspire We are committed to providing opportunities for residents to explore nature, support their health and wellness, gather in community, and learn. We make it happen with transformational programs for all ages. This past year, we added more staff positions to help launch new, original programs and events. Our Community Recreation Services programmers drew residents to our recreation centers with great events like the Superhero Bash, a day for kids to act out their comic book fantasies, Glenwood Grind, a celebration of skateboarding and roller skating, and Teen Nights at the Rec, a summer series designed to keep youth engaged during evening hours. Youth Services rolled out Women in Science and Engineering, a year-long program for middle school girls that offered a deep dive into real-world applications of science and technology. New environmental education staffers introduced a Camping 101 course and ramped up the Greensboro Mountain Biking Experience, teaching adults and children how to mountain bike. Our new greenway and gardens programmer added nature walks and programs about pollinators and birds to the Downtown Greenway. There were also new opportunities for people to meet, like the Stroller Rollers walking group, children’s storytime, and Yappy Hour, for pup parents. See something you like? Come on and join us!

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