Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Section

Therapeutic Recreation Section Contact Information

Karla Gray TR Senior Manager Karla.Gray@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4322 Abby Bergman TR Specialist Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4328 Karen Howard TR Specialist Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4325 Ariel Kliem TR Specialist Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4327 Shannon Maxwell TR Specialist Shannon.Maxwell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4331 Jana McMullen TR Specialist Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4330 Stacey Thomas TR Specialist Stacey.Thomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4326 Tari Turner TR Specialist Tari.Turner@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4329 http://tr.charmeck.org www.facebook.com/TRSection

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Table of Contents
Programs by Age Group
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Programs by Category
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Community/Parents Teen Young Adult Adult

Enrichment 6 4,5,6,8 Spill Your Beans Fuel for Life 4,5,6 Super Saturday Chefs 4,5,6 Socials and Clubs
Supper Club TR Dance Band of Brothers VIP Travel Spring Sampler

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Community
Summit

Outdoor Adventure
Wilderness Bunch 3

Paralympics
Paralympic /Adapted Archery 3

Summer Camps

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Outdoor Adventure and Paralympic Programs

Paralympic/ Adaptive Archery
For teens and adults, age 13 and older, with a disability Barefoot Archery, 4410 Old Pineville Road, Charlotte, NC 28217 May 1-29 (Wednesdays) No program on May 22 5:00 pm 6:00 pm $40 Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Take AIM at something new. Increase hand/eye coordination, strength, and concentration. Program is led by USA/NAA Archery Level 3 Coach. Equipment provided. No experience needed. This program is part of Paralympic Sport Metrolina.

Wilderness Bunch Club

For teens & young adults with disabilities, ages 16-35 Drop off / Pick up at Marion Diehl Rec. Center 2219 Tyvola Road Camping and day trips from McDowell Nature Preserve Friday-Sunday, May 3rd-5th 4:00 pm (Friday) - 4:00 pm (Sunday) $150.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Wilderness Bunch is designed to teach basic skills needed for tent camping and participating in outdoor recreation. Day trips include hiking, kayaking, nature outdoor games and nature lessons. Participants should be independent in self care and be able to hike approximately 1 mile. Participants will need to bring: toiletries, towel, change of clothes, bathing suit, a sleeping bag, and a flash light.

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Teen and Young Adult Programs

Supper Club
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up with disabilities Marion Diehl Recreation Center May 31st (Friday)- Red, White and Blue 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $7.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Registration deadline: 1 week before each program date NO EXCEPTIONS! Be part of a favorite tradition by spending an evening out with your friends! We will enjoy a healthy meal before each TR Section Dancesign up today!

Super Saturday Chefs

for teens to adults, ages 13 and up with disabilities Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road May 18 (Saturday) Spring Picnic Favorites 10:00 am 1:00 pm $15.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

TR Dance
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road May 31st (Friday)- Red, White and Blue 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $8.00 TRinfo@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Pre-register or register at the door.
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Teaching great cookingone Saturday at a time! Join us for instructional cooking classes with a "side order" of fun and conversation! Each 1-day class has a different focus - in addition to learning or improving basic cooking skills, participants will learn about kitchen safety and hygiene; making healthy food choices; and proper food handling and storage practices.

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Teen and Young Adult Programs

Spill Your Beans
for young women with disabilities ages 16 and up Marion Diehl Recreation Center May 13th (Monday) 6:00 pm -7:30 pm $10.00 (does not include the cost of dinner) Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov **We will be joining Fuel for Life this month for a Spring social! Welcome to a super-charged ladies night! Spill Your Beans provides the opportunity for young women to talk about and gain support for issues theyre facing in their lives, such as health & safety, independent living, relationships, friendships, and self-esteem (participants will have the opportunity to choose the topics to learn about). Each month we will host a guest speaker or lead a discussion about issues that are important to you.

Fuel for Life

for young men, ages 16-35, with disabilities Marion Diehl Recreation Center May 13 (Monday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm $10.00 (does not include the cost of dinner) Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov **We will be joining Spill your Beans this month for a Spring social! Come hang out with the guys, fuel your body with a good dinner, and fuel your life with good conversation. Fuel for Life provides the opportunity for young men to talk about and gain support for issues theyre facing in their lives. Each month we will discuss different topics, such as employment and job skills, relationships, life goals and values, and other topics that are important to you; occasionally we will have guest speakers.

Band of Brothers
for young men with disabilities ages 18-35 Marion Diehl Recreation Center May 14th (Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm $10.00 per meeting Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Do you need a night out with the guys to relax and enjoy new activities? Come hang out with "Band of Brothers" every Tuesday night from 6-8pm. You can practice social skills, meet new people, enjoy community outings and develop positive relationships, all while enjoying some "guy time".

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Community and Adult Programs

Summit Parent/Caregiver Group
Amelies Bakery and Caf (in NoDa) 2424 N. Davidson Street, 28205 May 14 (Tuesday) 7:00 pm 8:00 pm FREE participants may purchase food Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

VIP Travel Club

for adults and seniors, ages 35 and up, with a visual impairment Pick-up/Drop-off locations: Marion Diehl Recreation Center (MDRC), 2219 Tyvola Road Metrolina Association for the Blind (MAB), 704 Louise Avenue May 29 (Wednesday) Wing Haven Gardens and Reedy Creek Nature Preserve Pick-up: MDRC @ 9:00 am, MAB 9:30 am Drop-off: MAB @ 3:30 pm, MDRC @4:00 pm $15.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

A FREE monthly group for parents, guardians, and caregivers that is facilitated by a Therapeutic Recreation staff person but is directed by the group members. This informal group gives participants the opportunity to meet and talk with other parents and caregivers who are experiencing the challenges of parenting a child, teen or young adult with a disability. Join us in this comfortable setting as we share reEnjoy a social day with friends, while building sources, ideas, challenges and successes with others independence in the community. Learn about who are on the same journey. historical, educational and recreational attractions in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Please bring money for lunch. Spring Sampler For adults, ages 18 and up with developmental disabilities Marion Diehl Recreation Center May 13-17 (Monday-Friday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm $75.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov OR Shannon.Maxwell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Join your friends for a 5-day session of daily programs...try something new, or practice favorite skills! This week of half-day programs will allow participants to try out a variety of cooking, gardening, creative arts, dance, fitness and sport skill activities.
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Summer Camp Programs

PRE-SCHOOL (ages 2-4):

Imagination Station: for pre-school, ages 2-4 with disabilities

X-Treme Kids: for youth ages 7-8 with disabilities

Join us this summer on the Discovery Train! Imagination Station will allow you to explore the world around you while making new friends! We will explore such things as science, art, health, music and sports & games! Each week will have a different theme such as: Chicka Chicka ABC and The Very Hungry Caterpillar, which will allow your child to use their imagination and creativity! Imagination Station is a great opportunity to introduce children to a group recreation setting or allow for continued interaction with their peers during the summer months. Theres no doubt, kids will enjoy this camp that encourages non-stop fun and imagination! Location: Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center, 440 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC 28208 Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Abigail Bergman at 704-432-4329 or Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov YOUTH (ages 5-10):
Camp Fun Flics: for youth, ages 5-6 with disabilities.

Campers will be engaged in sports, group games, playground fun, swimming, and other interactive activities, designed to promote friendship, fun, and social skills. We will exercise our minds and bodies through music, dance, art projects, and by taking weekly field trips. Each week will have a different theme so kids can look forward to spending time under the sea, exploring dinosaurs, getting shipwrecked and more! Location: Tom Sykes Recreation Center, 1501 Euclid Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203 Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Contacts: Stacy Thomas at 704-432-4326 or Stacey.Thomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Young Explorers: for youth, ages 9-10 with disabilities

Come and join us for a camp full of animated fun. Explore the wonderful world of helping Nemo find matching colors and shapes. Learn about friends and sharing with Buzz Lightyear. How about arts and crafts with Shrek? Lets work it out with Zebra Marty. This camp offers an array of hidden educational treasures with great interactive activities, music, games, trips, exercise and more! Location: Fee: Time: Contact: Tom Sykes Recreation Center, 1501 Euclid Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203 $100.00 per week 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Tari Turner at 704-432-4329 or Tari.Turner@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Join us for an 8-week summer camp full of fun and exploration where youth will enjoy many different hands-on activities and group games. Get ready to come with us on a Journey through the Jungle, Tropical Exploration and more! We will enjoy weekly field trips, swimming, music, pottery, sports and outdoor activities. Children should bring a bag lunch with a drink each day. Location: Naomi Drenan Recreation Center, 750 Beal St., Charlotte, NC 28211 Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Shannon Maxwell at 704-432-4331 Shannon.Maxwell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

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Summer Camp Programs

Tweens (Ages 11-13)

Teens (Ages 17-21)

Camp BE-Tween (For youth, ages 11-13 with disabilities) During this eight-week summer experience for tween-agers, well enjoy weekly field trips, swimming, sports, arts and crafts and much more! Join us as we explore outer space, around the globe, our amazing brains and our own backyards. BE active, BE yourself, BE curious, BE creativeat Camp BE-Tween! Location: Clanton Pavillion, 3132 Manchester Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28217 Fee: $100.00/ per week Time: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Karen Howard at 704-432-4325 or Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Therapeutic Recreation Experience Camp (TREC) (For teens ages 17-21 with disabilities, and still in High School) Spend your summer with friends and participate in sports, swimming, arts and crafts, music and art therapy, cooperative games, guest speakers and a weekly field trip. Location: Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28210 Fee: $100.00/ per week Time: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Jana McMullen at 704-432-4330 Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Teens (Ages 14-16)

Summer Quest (For teens age, 14-16 with disabilities) Summer Quest is an eight-week summer camp experience where teens will participate in hands-on activities, crafts, music and dance, and group games. We will enjoy weekly field trips, swimming, sports, special events, and much more! Location: Methodist Homes Recreation Center, 3200 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215 Fee: $100.00/ per week Time: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Ariel Kliem at 704-432-4327 or Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

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