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Dear Residents,

North Charleston is known for its outstanding recreation programs
and beautiful facilities. Our Recreation Department maintains strong leadership
and is blessed with volunteers who have offered dedicated service to our citizens
providing them with various, fun-filled, recreational opportunities.

Please take time to explore the recreational opportunities offered to the
community. You will be as proud as I am of the success of the North Charleston
Recreation Department.

Sincerely,

R. Keith Summey, Mayor
City of North Charleston

Dear Citizens,

Thank you for allowing me to serve you. My staff and I wish to accommodate all of
your recreational and leisurely needs. Our focus is to provide our citizens of all
ages, the best facilities and programs that will greatly improve their quality of life in
our City. If at any time my staff or I can be of assistance to you, do not hesitate to
call upon us.

Sincerely,

Ed Barfield, Director
North Charleston Recreation Department

Dear Citizens,

Thank you for participating in our various programs and events. Our staff is
committed to providing you quality events and we encourage you to take
advantage of the many opportunities that we provide. Your continued support
means a lot to us and we look forward to serving you in the future.

Sincerely,

TJ Rostin, Deputy Director
North Charleston Recreation Department

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Administrative Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Maintenance Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Children’s Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Senior Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

City Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Greater Charleston Naval Base Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

North Charleston American LaFrance Fire Museum . . . . .20

The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Community Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Felix C. Davis at Park Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Felix Pinckney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Northwoods Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Gethsemani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

City Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

UTH CAROLI

NORTH CHARLESTON CITY COUNCIL

Mayor R. Keith Summey
Edward Astle

District 1

Rhonda Jerome

District 2

Bobby Jameson

District 3

Phoebe Miller

District 4

Steve Ayer

District 5

Dorothy Williams

District 6

Sam Hart

District 7

Bob King

District 8

Kurt Taylor

District 9

Michael Brown

District 10

RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD

The North Charleston Recreation Department
Advisory Board meets the 4

Wednesday of

each month at Armory Park at 5:30 pm. For
more information, please call 745-1028.

city council recreation committee

Mayor R. Keith Summey
Bob King
Rhonda Jerome
Sam Hart
Steve Ayer

citizen board representatives

Dick Fuller, Chairman

John Brisben, Vice Chairman
Tim Singleton
Jim Chiavacci
Vernon Fields
Tony Grasso
William James
Vince Johnson
Ruth Noland
Kenny Skipper
Eleanor Spradlin

RECREATION DEPARTMENT
ADMINISTRATION

Ed Barfield, Recreation Director
TJ Rostin, Deputy Director
Jonathan Blackwell, Program Director
Millie Brown, Office Manager
Deni Grant, Clerk
Cindy Dambaugh, Adult Athletics
Tammie Emanuel, Program Director
Jimmy Hinson, Maintenance Director
Mike Maksim, Athletic Director

Rufus McDonald, Athletic Director
Edwina Peterson, Middle School Athletics
Libby Poole, Aquatics Director

Belinda Swindler, Senior Coordinator

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Jimmy Hinson,

Director

hinsonj@northcharleston.org

MAINTENANCE

Recreation Department • 2nd Floor of City Hall
2500 City Hall Lane • North Charleston, SC • 29406 • 740-5808

The Recreation Department is very fortunate
to have an outstanding Maintenance
Division. Under the leadership and guidance
of Jimmy Hinson, these men are dedicated
to providing North Charleston residents
with quality facilities, beautiful parks, and
open green spaces.

On a daily basis, the Maintenance Division
services 27 baseball and softball fields,
9 soccer fields, 2 football fields, an in-line
hockey rink, a 400m track, 16 tennis courts
and 20 community centers. In addition to
these facilities, the Maintenance Division,
along with the North Charleston Public
Works Department, maintains grass areas
in the City including all shrubbery and
beautification projects.

mission statement:

To provide the citizens of North Charleston
with safe parks, playgrounds and athletic
fields that will enhance their ability to relax,
play and compete

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Mike Maksim,

Athletic Director

City Hall

maksimm@northcharleston.org
740-5803

ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

YOUTH

Rufus McDonald,

Athletic Director

City Hall
rmcdonalr@northcharleston.org
740-5804

Helen DeLong,

Facility Supervisor

Northwoods Park
572-5410

Mike Gillison,

Facility Supervisor

Danny Jones
745-1033

Youth Athletics are for North Charleston
residents and the child must play in the area in
which they reside. However, non-residents
may register provided neither state nor
national affiliations have rules prohibiting
non-resident participation. The Recreation
Department Staff will assign non-residents
to an area for participation and an additional
$30 registration fee is charged. This applies
for all Youth Athletic programs.

A parent or legal guardian is required at
registration and must provide the child’s birth
certificate, proof of accident insurance, proof
of residence and payment of all fees.

Cash is

not accepted at registration

; only checks,

money orders, or cashier checks are accepted.
For more information concerning any of the
Youth Athletic programs, or telephone
numbers specific to your area, please call
740-5803 or 740-5804.

registration locations

Armory Park, Danny Jones, Northwoods Park,
Pepperhill Park, and River Oaks Middle School

Registration is not available on the following
holidays observed by the city: New Year’s Day,
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day,
Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day & Friday after
Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, & Christmas Day.

mission statement

Providing quality youth athletic programs, in
the spirit of fair competition, while developing
the mind and body of participants; in turn
creating good citizens and future leaders of the
North Charleston Community

programs offered

Baseball, year-round
Basketball, year-round
Cheerleading
Football
Golf Instruction

Pitch, Hit,

Run

Punt, Pass,

Kick

Soccer
Softball, year-round

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24 hour Info Line: 740-2699

SUMMER BASKETBALL

ages:

4–5 T-Ball, 6–8 Machine Pitch, 9–10 Dixie Minors,

11–12 Dixie Youth, 13–14 Dixie Boys, and 15–19 Dixie
Majors

as of April 30, 2011

registration:

Month of January

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s):

Ages 4–12 Northwoods Park, Park Circle,

Pepperhill Park, Whitehall Amenities Center; Ages 13–14
MWV/KapStone Park; Ages 15–19 Collins Park

The season begins the first week of April. Each participant
receives a uniform that includes a pair of pants, socks, a shirt
and a hat. Participants ages 6–14 must provide their own
glove, cleats and batting helmet with face mask and
chinstrap.

ages:

9–10 Dixie Minors, 11–12 Dixie Youth, 13–14 Dixie

Boys, 15–19 Dixie Majors

as of April 30, 2011

registration:

Month of July

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s):

MWV/KapStone Park, Park Circle and

competing recreation departments’ fields

The Lowcountry Fall League is designed for players who want
to improve their skills or explore the league they wish to play
in next spring. Players must provide their own pants, socks,
glove, cleats and approved batting helmet with face mask
and chin strap, however each player does receive a shirt and
a hat. Teams have the opportunity to play in a mid-season
baseball tournament hosted by the North Charleston
Recreation Department. Each team also competes in a
post-season tournament.

ages:

4–6 Co-Ed, 7–8 Co-Ed, 9–10 Boys

Girls,

11–12 Boys

Girls, 13–14 Boys

Girls, 15–17 Boys

Girls

of February 28, 2011

registration:

Month of October

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s):

Danny Jones Gym, Ferndale Gym, Northwoods

Gym, River Oaks Gym, and Sterett Hall Gym

Practices are held during the month of December and the
season begins the first week of January, 2011. Games are
played on weeknights and Saturdays, and each participant
will receive a pair of shorts and a shirt.

ages:

9–10 Boys

Girls, 11–12 Boys

Girls, 13–14 Boys

Girls, 15–17 Boys

Girls

as of August 1, 2010

registration:

Month of April

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s):

Danny Jones Gym, Ferndale Gym, Northwoods

Gym, River Oaks Gym, Sterett Hall Gym, and possibly other
locations to be announced

Games begin the first week of June and are played on
weeknights and Saturdays. The Recreation Department
provides each participant with a game shirt.

ages:

6–13

as of November 30, 2010

registration:

Month of July

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60;

Uniform cost is in addition to the registration fee

location(s):

Doc Hursey Field at Danny Jones and

Pepperhill Park

Cheerleading teams represent their neighborhoods and
cheer for the football teams that represent the same area.
This is neither a traveling nor a competitive cheerleading
program. Most games are played on weeknights and on
some Saturdays.

ages/weight limits:

8–13

as of November 30, 2010

registration:

Month of July

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s):

Doc Hursey Field at Danny Jones and

Pepperhill Park
Participants must provide their own equipment including
all pads, pants, cleats, and a helmet; however, each player
does receive a game jersey. Most games are played on
weeknights and on some Saturdays. Each player must play
in their age classification.

ages

: 7–16 Boys

Girls

registration

: June 1–June 11, 2010

registration fee:

Free

location(s)

: The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation

This program is designed to introduce youth to the game
of golf. Participants receive weekly instruction from the
Recreation Department staff and from a PGA Certified
Instructor, while on-site at Wescott Golf Club. Efforts will be
made to involve excelling participants in the South Carolina
Junior Golf Association.

SPRING BASEBALL

FALL BASEBALL

YOUTH CHEERLEADING

TACKLE FOOTBALL

WINTER BASKETBALL

GOLF INSTRUCTION

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ages:

8–13 Boys

Girls

registration:

No registration needed

registration fee:

Free

location(s):

Doc Hursey Field at Danny Jones

This program, held in October, allows youth to display their
ability to launch a football by utilizing the three primary ball
handling skills involved in the game. Local winners will
advance to a sectional competition with an opportunity to
advance to the Nationals held at an NFL game.

ages:

6–8 Coach Pitch, 9–10 Fast Pitch, 11–12 Fast Pitch,

13–15 Fast Pitch

as of December 31, 2010

registration:

Month of January

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $30

location(s):

Lents Field

Exchange Field at Danny Jones,

Pepperhill Park, and Northwoods Park

Games will begin the first week of April. Each participant
receives a pair of shorts, socks, a shirt, and a visor. Players
must provide their own glove, cleats and batting helmet
with face mask and chinstrap.

ages:

9–10 Fast Pitch, 11–12 Fast Pitch, 13–15 Fast Pitch

as of April 30, 2011

registration:

Month of July

registration fee:

Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s):

Lents Field

Exchange Field at Danny Jones

and competing recreation departments’ fields

The Fall Softball League serves as a platform for the players
who want to improve their skills or explore the league they
wish to play in next spring. Each player will receive a shirt
and visor, however they must provide their own pair of
shorts or pants, socks, cleats, glove and batting helmet with
a face mask and chinstrap.

ages

: U-6, U-8, U-10, U-13, and U-16

as of August 1, 2010

registration

: Month of July

registration fee

: Residents, $30; Non-Residents, $60

location(s)

: Danny Jones, Northwoods Park, Pepperhill

Park, River Oaks Middle School, Whitehall Amenities Center

The City of North Charleston Recreational Soccer league
begins in late September. The Recreation Department staff
is responsible for assigning players to teams within the area
that they reside. Players receive a pair of shorts, socks and a

game jersey, and are responsible for providing their own shin
guards and cleats. Soccer games are played on weeknights
and Saturdays.

ages:

U-9, U-10, U-11, U-12, U-13, U-14, and U-15

as of August 1, 2010. Teams will be formed based on number of
players registered within each age group.

registration:

July 1–August 31, 2010

registration fee:

Residents, $55; Non-Residents, $85

location(s):

Various locations throughout the region

The LSYSA, Lower State Youth Soccer Association, is a
competitive soccer league beginning in late August. All
LSYSA teams are eligible to compete in weekend
tournaments that are played on Saturdays and compete
against other LSYSA teams from around the Lowcountry.
It is recommended that each player in this league have at
least 1 year of playing experience.

Practices are held during the week and on Sundays and an
additional uniform cost of $75 is also required.

ages

: 14

Under Boys

Girls

as of July 17, 2010

location(s)

: Northwoods Park, Park Circle, Pepperhill Park

registration fee:

Free

This competition, held in April, encourages participation and
emphasizes the fun of baseball with a focus on skills. Each
local winner advances to the regional level and competes
with the chance to advance to the National Finals at the
2010 All-Star game.

ages:

Under, 12

Under

tournament fee:

$200 per team

location(s):

MWV/KapStone Park and Park Circle

This annual event is being held October 14–17, 2010. Awards
are presented to the 1

and 2

place teams.

location(s)

: Armory Park at Danny Jones

This event, to be held October 25, 2010, honors volunteers
and sponsors for their efforts and support of all athletic
programs from October, 2009–October 2010. Our
volunteers are key components in assisting the Recreation
Department in providing year-round, quality programs.

SPRING SOFTBALL

FALL SOFTBALL

PUNT, PASS

KICK

NCRD SOCCER

LSYSA SOCCER

END OF SEASON fall baseball tournament

END OF SEASON

volunteer/sponsor appreciation banquet

PITCH, HIT

RUN

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24 hour Info Line: 740-2699

Edwina Peterson,
Middle School Athletic Coordinator
City Hall • 740-5802
epeterson@northcharleston.org

ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School Athletics are for North
Charleston area students and they must play
for the middle school which they attend.

A parent or legal guardian is required
at registration.

Cash is not accepted at

registration

; only checks, money orders,

or cashier checks are accepted. For more
information concerning any of the Middle
School Athletic programs, or telephone
numbers specific to your schools, please
call Edwina Peterson at 740-5802.

registration locations

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,
Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

mission statement

The North Charleston Recreation Department
takes pride in developing programs that will
enhance students in the classroom, on the
playing field, and on the court.

programs offered

Basketball
Cheerleading
Football
Soccer
Step Team
Track

Field

Volleyball

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ages:

12–15

as of March 31, 2011

registration:

November 1–29, 2010

registration fee:

$30

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

The Recreation Department begins its Middle School
Basketball program in mid-January. Each player receives a
basketball uniform representing their school, and must
register at and play for the school they attend.

ages

: 12–15

as of December 31, 2010

registration

: August 23–September 10, 2010

registration fee:

$30

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

The Recreation Department’s Middle School Cheerleading
program begins its season in early October. Each cheer-
leading team will cheer for their school’s football team and
each student must register at their school. Team t-shirts are
provided that represent each school.

ages

: 12–15

as of December 31, 2010

registration:

August 23–September 10, 2010

registration fee:

$30

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

The Middle School Football program begins its season in
early October. Each student must register at and play for
the school they attend. Team jerseys representing each
school are issued; however, participants must provide all
pads, pants, cleats, and a helmet.

ages

: 12–15

as of March 31, 2011

registration

: September 1–30, 2010

registration fee:

$30

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

Step Teams hold competitions in February. Stepping is an
energetic, rhythmic, choreographed, clapping and stepping
routine. Each student must register at and play for the school
they attend.

ages:

12–15

as of May 31, 2010

registration:

March 1–March 31, 2010

registration fee:

$30

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

The Recreation Department’s Middle School Soccer
program begins its season in mid-April. Team shirts and
shorts, representing each school, are issued and players
must provide their own shin guards and cleats. Each student
must register at and play for the school they attend.

ages

: 12–15

as of May 31, 2010

registration

: March 1–31, 2010

registration fee:

$15

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

The Recreation Department offers Track

Field beginning

in April. Meets are held on April 17 and May 15. Events
include the 50m, 100m, 200m, and 400m dash; the 4x100m
relay; the 800m and 1600m run; Standing Long Jump and
Softball Throw. The Recreation Department provides each
participant with a t-shirt representing their school. Each
student must register at and play for the school they attend.

ages

: 12–15

as of December 31, 2010

registration

: August 16–September 3, 2010

registration fee:

$30

location(s):

Alice Birney Middle, Military Magnet,

Morningside Middle, and Zucker Middle

The North Charleston Recreation Department offers a
Middle School Girls’ Volleyball program that begins in mid-
October. Each student must register at and play for the
school they attend. Team t-shirts are provided.

BASKETBALL, BOYS

GIRLS

CHEERLEADING

FOOTBALL

STEP TEAM, CO-ED

SOCCER, BOYS

GIRLS

TRACK

FIELD

VOLLEYBALL

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league meeting

: Danny Jones • November 13, 2010• 7:00 pm

registration:

November 13, 2010

registration fee:

$275 per team

location(s):

Danny Jones Gym

The Industrial Basketball program is offered to area company
employees as a recreational outlet outside of the workplace.
This promotes morale and encourages team unity in the work
place and on the court. For more information, please call
Mike Gillison at 745-1033 or e-mail Cindy Dambaugh at
cdambaugh@northcharleston.org.

The North Charleston Recreatoin Department, in
cooperation with Sandpiper Bowing Center, will sponsor a
Friday Night Mixers Co-Ed Bowling league in the fall. For
more information, please contact Cindy Dambaugh.

The Disc Golf course is located on the outer eight islands of
historic Park Circle. Open play is Monday–Sunday, daylight–
dark. If interested in playing Doubles, meet at the #1 tee,
Tuesdays at 5:00 pm, for play beginning at 6:00 pm. For
more information, please contact Cindy Dambaugh.

This program is operated in conjunction with the South
Carolina Flag Football Association. Games are held on
Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at MWV/KapStone Park.
For more information or to register, please contact Cindy
Dambaugh.

The Recreation Department, in conjuction with Fly Dog
Fitness, offers Boot Camps Mondays–Thursdays from
6:00–7:00 pm and Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays from
6:00–7:00 am. All levels are welcome. For more infromation
please contact Cindy Dambaugh.

The Adult Kickball program is operated in conjunction with
the World Kickball Association and is offered in the spring
and the fall. Games are held on Tuesday and Thursday
evenings from 6:00–8:30 pm. For team or individual
registration, please contact Cindy Dambaugh.

league meeting

: Park Circle

•

February 2, 2011

•

7:00 pm

registration:

February 13, 2010 until Leagues fill

registration fee:

$600, Weeknight Leagues;

$475, Sunday Leagues

location(s):

MWV/KapStone Park

The Recreation Department offers Sunday Co-Ed, Men’s
Church,

Women’s Church leagues beginning in March.

Please contact Cindy Dambaugh for more information.

league meeting

: Park Circle

•

September 15, 2010

•

7:00 pm

registration:

September 16, 2009 until Leagues fill

registration fee:

$600, Weeknight Leagues;

$475, Sunday Leagues

location(s):

MWV/KapStone Park

Beginning in October, the Recreation Department offers
Men’s Industrial, Men’s Church, and Weeknight Co-Ed.
Please contact Cindy Dambaugh for more information.

The Recreation Department, in conjunction with Lowcountry
Senior Softball, hosts Summer and Fall Men’s Senior Softball
leagues at MWV/KapStone Park. Leagues are available to
men ages 50+ and begin in April and September. For more
information, please contact Cindy Dambaugh.

league meeting

: None

registration:

Continuous, contact Mark Manuel

registration fee:

To be determined

location(s):

Collins Park Tennis Center

The Recreation Department’s Team Tennis program offers
various levels of competition. Matches are played against
other tennis teams from the Lowcountry. Please contact
Mark Manuel, at 552-9446 between 5:00–9:00 pm or email
Cindy Dambaugh at cdambaugh@northcharleston.org for
more information.

Tennis Lessons are offered by the Recreation Department
and are provided for both groups and individuals. Lessons
are offered by Head Professional, Mark Manuel, for all levels
of play. Rates are based on the number of students attending
each clinic, and are also offered to all area high school teams.
All lessons and clinics are held at the Collins Park Tennis
Center. For more information, please call Mark Manuel, at
552-9446 between 5:00–9:00 pm or email Cindy Dambaugh.

KICKBALL

SOFTBALL, FALL

INDUSTRIAL BASKETBALL

DISC GOLF

FLAG FOOTBALL

BOWLING

SOFTBALL, SENIORS

FLY DOG FITNESS

TEAM TENNIS, MEN

WOMEN

TENNIS LESSONS

SOFTBALL, SPRING/SUMMER

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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

AQUATICS

Libby Poole,

Aquatics Coordinator

Danny Jones • 745-1031

pool rules

•  Bathing suits are required
•  T-shirt, if worn, must be white or gray
•  All swimmers must shower before swimming
•  Persons with open lesions or wounds are
  not permitted in pool
•  Persons with diahrreal sickness or nausea
  should not enter the pool
•  Persons with skin, eye or respiratory
  infections should not enter the pool
•  Persons under the influence of alcohol or
  drugs will not be allowed in pool
•  No solo swimming permitted
•  No cut-offs are allowed
•  No running on pool deck
•  No diving allowed
•  No horseplay
•  No glass in pool area

registration locations

Armory Park, Danny Jones, Northwoods Park,
Pepperhill Park, and River Oaks

Cash is not accepted at registration

; only

checks, money orders, or cashier checks.
For more information concerning any of
the Aquatic Programs, please contact
Libby Poole.

mission statement

Providing a family atmosphere with water
education and safety in mind

programs offered

Open Swimming
Lap Swimming
Swimming Lessons
Lifeguard Training
Pool Rentals

summer schedule

Season Begins: Memorial Day Weekend,

May 23–25

Season Ends: Labor Day, September 7

Holiday Closings: Independence Day, July 4–5

Mike Gillison,

Facility Supervisor

Danny Jones • 745-1033

Helen DeLong,

Facility Supervisor

Northwoods Park• 572-5410

Mazie Taylor,

Facility Supervisor

Felix Pinckney • 745-1036

Kenny Wilkinson,

Facility Supervisor

Collins Park • 552-3243

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ATHLE

DANNY JONES
open swimming

Monday –Friday

2:00–5:00 pm

Saturday

2:00–7:00 pm

Sunday

2:00–5:00 pm

lap swimming

Monday–Friday

12:00-2:00 pm

5:00-7:00 pm

NORTHWOODS PARK
open swimming

Monday–Thursday

2:00–5:00 pm, 7:00–9:00 pm

Friday

2:00–5:00 pm

Saturday

2:00–7:00 pm

Sunday

2:00–5:00 pm

lap swimming

Monday–Friday

1:00–2:00 pm

FELIX PINCKNEY

open swimming

Monday –Saturday

2:00–7:00 pm

Sunday

2:00–5:00 pm

COLLINS PARK

open swimming

Monday—Saturday

2:00—7:00 pm

Sunday

2:00—5:00 pm

All pools charge $1 per day. Season Passes are available for
the entire summer and are valid at all four pools. A Family
Pass costs $50 and an Individual Pass costs $30.

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by a
parent, or relative, over the age of 18 during all recreational
swim hours and pool rentals. There is

no exception

to this rule.

The Department rents the City’s four swimming pools for
private parties. Rentals are permitted on a space available
basis. Rentals for Danny Jones, Collins Park and Felix
Pinckney pools are scheduled through the Park Circle
office at 745-1028. Rentals for Northwoods Park pool are
scheduled through the Northwoods office at 572-5410. No
alcoholic beverages or loud music will be permitted at any
pool rental and all other City pool rules apply during rentals.

classes:

Infant

Pre-school, Guard Start, Lifeguard

Certification, Adult Swimming, Aquatic Exercies

registration:

1st Monday in May

registration fee:

$30, Residents; $60, Non-Residents

location(s):

Danny Jones Pool, Felix Pinckney Pool,

Northwoods Park Pool

Northwoods and Felix Pinckney offer morning classes
while Danny Jones offers morning and afternoon classes.
Each location offers 3 sessions throughout the summer.
For more information, please contact the pool in your area.
Session I

•

June 8–24, Session II

•

June 25–July 15,

Session III

•

July 20–August 5

ages:

15+

registration:

1st Monday in April

registration fee:

$50*

location(s):

Danny Jones Pool

Are you 15 or older and looking for a great, summer job or
a challenging career? American Red Cross Lifeguarding is
the best place to start! Work as part of a team, in an exciting
position, to help others safely enjoy the water. For more
information, or to register, please call 745-1033.
*

Lifeguards to be employed by the City of North Charleston

upon completion of their training receive this class free of charge.

ADMISSION

AGE REQUIREMENTS

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS

SWIMMING POOL HOURS

LIFEGUARD TRAINING

SIMMING POOL RENTALS

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24 hour Info Line: 740-2699

Tammie Emanuel

Program Director

City Hall • 740-5807
temanuel@northcharleston.org

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

North Charleston Recreation Department
offers a wonderful selection of Children’s
Programs available to the community. For
more information concerning any of the
Children’s Programs, please contact
Tammie Emanuel or Jonathan Blackwell.

Some programs require a registration
application and registration fee while others
may not. Please note this listed under each
program.

Cash is not accepted at registration

;

only checks, money orders, or cashier checks.

registration locations:

For Children’s Programs, registration locations
are dependent upon each program. Please
refer to the details of each program or contact
your local community center for registration.

mission statement:

To expand the minds of our youth through
people, parks, and programs

programs offered:

Afterschool Program
Children’s Festival
Djole Dance Company
Fishing Camp
Mini Camps
NCRD/SRO Summer Camp
Summer Camp
Spring Forward Extravaganza
Step Team
Winter Wonderland

Jonathan Blackwell,

Program Director

City Hall • 740-5805
jblackw@northcharleston.org

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AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM

CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL

ages:

5–12

registration:

Continuous, contact your community center

registration fee:

Contact the Children’s Program Directors

location(s):

Select community centers and several

Charleston County District 4 schools

North Charleston Community Centers, in partnership with
all CCSD 4 elementary schools, 13 total, host an Afterschool
Program during the school year. Students ages 5–12 are
eligible to attend the program which operates Monday–
Friday from 2:30–5:30 pm.

The program schedule allows time for children to complete
homework assignments and enjoy crafts, sports, and games.
Registration dates at school based programs vary, check with
your school for dates. Children must be registered for this
program to participate. Please contact Tammie Emanuel or
Jonathan Blackwell for more information.

ages:

Pre-school

registration:

March 29–April 23, 2010 • Park Circle

registration fee:

Free

location(s):

Park Circle

The Children’s Festival, held from 9:00 am–12:00 pm, April
30, 2010,
is a major part of the annual Cultural Arts Festival of North
Charleston. Children are encouraged to dress in weather
appropriate, comfortable clothes as activities will be held
outdoors.

Come ride the big-wheel tricycle, maneuver through the
obstacle course and dance around the Maypole. The Big Red
Fire Truck, police cruisers and special canine guests will be
present and during the last hour of the Festival, a special
guest will perform in the auditorium. Light refreshments will
be provided. For more information, please call 745-1028.

ages:

7–18

registration:

Continuous, contact your community center

registration fee:

Free

location(s):

Gethsemani Community Center

The Djole (Jo-lay) Dance Company is a West African Dance

Drum Company comprised of youth from the Union

Heights Community. One of Djole’s goals is to help combat
the Global AIDS crisis. They have traveled to Africa to assist
in the fight against AIDS. Rehearsals are held Mondays at
6:00 pm. For more information or to schedule a
performance, please call 308-4733.

ages:

8–12 and 13–16

registration:

March 1–June 1, 2010

registration fee:

$75

loction(s):

Collins Park

Discover freshwater and saltwater fishing and much more!
Enjoy learning about offshore and inshore fishing safety,
become familiar with different types of rods, reels, baits and
lures. Great field trips are planned for the campers to
experience.

Camp sessions are offered from 8:00 am–5:00 pm, June
14–18 and June 21–June 25. Each camper receives a colorful
camp shirt and is required to wear this shirt on field
trips.. Space is Limited! Please contact Tammie Emanuel or
Jonathan Blackwell for more information.

ages:

5–12

registration:

Continuous, contact your community center

registration fee:

Residents, $7; Non-Residents, $12

location(s):

All area community centers

Mini Camps, offered during most school holidays, provide a
safe haven for children while parents are working. Children
will be entertained with a variety of activities throughout the
day. Participants must bring a bag lunch, drink, and snack.
Please register early as space is limited. For more information,
please contact Tammie Emanuel or Jonathan Blackwell.

ages:

Pre-school

registration:

February 22–March 19, 2010

registration fee:

Free

location(s):

Park Circle

Bring your children and watch as they scurry around Park
Circle in search of all the colorful Easter eggs. One of the
oldest and most anticipated Easter events, the Spring
Forward Extravaganza

Parade will take place March 26,

2010 from 10:00 am–12:00 pm.

Hundreds of eggs are hidden on the grounds and the
children fill their baskets to present to the Easter Bunny for
counting. After all of the eggs have been counted, the Easter
Bunny then leads the children in an Easter Parade around
Park Circle. Light refreshments are provided, as well as
other activities. Please contact Tammie Emanuel or Jonathan
Blackwell for more information.

DJOLE DANCE COMPANY

FISHING CAMP

MINI CAMP

SPRING FORWARD EXTRAVAGANZA

PARADE

CH
ILD
REN’S P

ROG
RAM

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24 hour Info Line: 740-2699

ages:

10–13*

registration:

April 1–June 5, 2010

registration fee:

$275

location(s):

Select North Charleston area schools

In collaboration with School Resource Officers (SRO),
the North Charleston Recreation Department is offering
a Summer Camp Program from June 7–August 6. Camp
curriculum includes classroom instruction, physical fitness,
sporting events, crafts, field trips, and visits from special
guests. Space is limited. For more information or an
application, please contact Tammie Emanuel or Jonathan
Blackwell for more information. *

No criminal convictions, a

Grade Average of a C+ or higher, and a copy of grades must
accompany registration.

ages:

5–12

registration:

February 8–June 5, 2010

registration fee:

Contact your community center

location(s):

All area community centers

The Recreation Department hosts an exciting summer camp
from June 7–August 6. The camp provides a safe and secure
environment and offers the opportunity for children to have
fun during the summer. Children enjoy a variety of activities
including arts and crafts, games, sports, swimming, cultural
art center visits, and special surprises. The Punt, Pass, & Kick
Competition and the Step Team are additional components
to the summer camp program.

Each camper receives a colorful camp shirt and is required to
wear this shirt on field trips. The Summer Feeding Program
will provide daily lunches for all campers. Registration is
offered at Felix Pinckney, Gethsemani, Jeanene Batten,
Northwoods Park, Park Circle, and City Hall. Please contact
Tammie Emanuel or Jonathan Blackwell for more
information.

ages:

5–8 and 9–12

registration:

Contact your local community center

registration fee:

Free

location(s):

All area community centers

The Recreation Department offers an Afterschool Step
Team program. Each community center has the opportunity
to compete against other centers. The Step Teams design
their own step routines and any team using music in their
routine will have to get approval from the Program Director.
Teams are judged on their sound, appearance, coordination,
sportsmanship, rhythm and originality, and are eligible to
compete in 3 major competitions held in January, February,

and April. Please contact Tammie Emanuel or Jonathan
Blackwell for more information.

ages:

Pre-school

registration:

November 1–22, 2010

registration fee:

Free

location(s):

Armory Park

Come watch as your children squeal with delight when
they enter the North Pole to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Held December 2–3, from 10:00 am–12:00 pm, Santa’s
elves are on hand to lead children through several fun
stops including coloring, arts

crafts, a puppet show,

and a music room. Please contact Tammie Emanuel or
Jonathan Blackwell for more information.

STEP TEAM

WINTER WONDERLAND

NCRD/SRO SUMMER CAMP

SUMMER CAMP

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Belinda Swindler

Senior Director

Park Circle • 745-1028
belindaswindler@yahoo.com

SENIOR PROGRAMS

mission statement

The Senior Programs are designed to provide
direct and indirect services, programs and
activities for the older citizens of the City
of North Charleston, and to enhance their
quality of life.

senior centers

Accabee Community Center
3200 Appleton Street
308-4735

Collins Park Community Center
4155 Fellowship Road
552-0212

Gethsemani Community Center
2449 Beacon Street
308-4733

Samuel L. Hart Senior Center
4764 Hassell Street
745-1043

Live Oak Senior Center & Sewing Room
1920 Reynolds Avenue
745-1058

Murray Hill Academy, NCRD Civic Room
2674 Bonds Avenue
308-4736

Northwoods Park Community Center
8348 Greenridge Road
572-5410

Park Circle Senior Center
1103 Marquis Street
745-1038

Persephone Moultrie Community Center
1819 Robertson Boulevard
745-1081

Whipper Barony Senior Center
3855 Chestnut Street
745-1039

SEN

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24 hour Info Line: 740-2699

Bingo for Seniors! On the last Friday of every month, excluding
November and December, bingo games are held at Park Circle
from 11:00 am–1:00 pm. Cards are $0.25 each and prizes are
awarded for winners!

The Recreation Department JOY Program, in partnership
with Sandpiper Bowing Lanes on Ashley Phosphate Road,
invite you to enjoy Senior Bowling Monday, Wedesday, and
Friday from 9:00 am–12:00 pm. Practice bowling is also
offered from 9:00–9:30 am. No cost for shoes, however
league fees do apply.

The Recreation Department sponsors day trips for our local
Senior Chapters. A variety of local sites, as well as in-state day
trips, are included in the itenerary. Trip costs are minimal and
plans for meals will be announced. Specific trip information is
made available to all Senior Chapters prior to trips.

JOY stands for Just Older Youth and the JOY members meet
at various JOY sites in the city.. For specific meeting times
and additional information on any senior chapter, please
contact Belinda Swindler.

Senior Line Dancing is one of the largest and fastest growing
programs among our Senior Adults. Led by Mr. Merrill
Ridgeway, this class meets Monday mornings at Park Circle
at 10:00 am, and a beginners class is held just before at 9:00 am.
A traveling component of the class is the North Charleston
Recreation Boot Stompers. This groups is available to entertain
at nursing homes and other functions. Class participants dance
to a grand variety of music. Don’t miss this opportunity to
make new friends and have fun dancing! Please call Merill
Ridgeway for more information at 552-3630.

The North Charleston Recreation Department hosts a
luncheon for all JOY chapter members during the year.
Lunch and entertainment is provided.

Quilting and sewing are enjoyed at the Gethsemani Community
Center on Monday mornings at 10:00 am, September–May,
and at the Live Oak Sewing Room at Tuesdays and Thursdays,
11:00 am–1:00 pm.

The Red Hat Ladies is a social group for Senior Ladies ages
60+. The women meet the 2

Monday of each month at 1:00

pm. This group enjoys great fellowship and fun and takes
special day trips throughout the tri-county area. The ladies also
sponsor the Red Hat Ladies’ Tea in July of each year.

Join us for fun and low aerobic exercise on Tuesday and
Thursday mornings at Felix Davis Community Center
from10:30–11:15 am.

In cooperation with Comcast Spotlight, we will host a Senior
Fair Expo on Friday, April 23 from 10:00 am–2:00 pm at the
Felix C. Davis Community Center. Please contact Belinda
Swindler for more information.

Seniors meet Monday through Friday at 7:30 am for fun and
exercise on the tennis courts at the Danny Jones Complex.
For more information, please call Mr. Dan Thomas at
744-0145.

Come join us as we Walk the Circle for fun and fitness. Join
the Walk the Circle group and record your laps each time you
walk. Set your goal and go for it! During May and November,
we will meet and recognize the accomplishments of our
registered walkers.

An indoor water aerobics class is offered Monday–Thursday
mornings, 8:30–9:00 am at Premier Rehabilitation located at
2070 Northbrook Boulevard, North Charleston. For
additional information, please call 388-6454.

An outdoor water aerobics class is offered at Northwoods
Park Pool, 8348 Greenridge Rd., North Charleston, during
May through early September. Please call the park office at
572-5410 for more information.

3 on 3 Basketball • Ceramics • Disc Golf • Golf • Hiking
Kayaking • White Water Canoeing • Table Tennis • Yoga

BIG BONANZA BINGO

BOWLING

DAY TRIPS

JOY CHAPTERS

LINE DANCING

LUNCHEONS

SENIORCIZE

SENIOR HEALTH FAIR EXPO

WALK THE CIRCLE

WATER AEROBICS

QUILTING AND SEWING

RED HAT LADIES

SENIOR TENNIS

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS

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GREATER CHARLESTON NAVAL MEMORIAL at RIVERFRONT PARK

The Memorial is dedicated to citizens of the
local community and to the thousands of men
and women—military and civilian—who served
at the Charleston Naval Base and in the
Charleston based ships, submarines, and other
military units, as well as those who honorably
answered their country’s call of duty during the
foreign conflicts of the 20

Century. It is a

privilege and honor to make this Memorial in
their memory.

Located at the Memorial are

The Lone Soldier

and

Homecoming

, the only place in the United

States to feature both of these amazing bronze
statues. The Memorial also displays sculptures
representing the different ships built and
serviced at the Charleston Naval Base; a
wonderful place to come reflect and enjoy
the Riverfront.

hours

Public park hours are daylight–dark, unless
otherwise scheduled.

holiday celebrations

of July and Veteran’s Day

contact info

Lisa Reynolds • 740-2531

directions

from i-26

•  Exit #216 Cosgrove Avenue/Naval Base
•  Drive straight through first 2 intersections
•  Turn left at the 3

stoplight onto Spruill Ave

• Turn right at the 1

stoplight onto McMillan

  Ave; continue through the gate at the base
  fence line
•  Turn left at signal light onto N. Hobson
•  Continue on N. Hobson and turn right onto
  Everglades Drive (pass warehouse on the right)
•  Follow Everglades Drive; it ends at the parking
  lot for Riverfront Park

CIT
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TRA

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24 hour Info Line: 740-2699

The North Charleston and American LaFrance
Fire Museum and Educational Center,
conveniently located adjacent to the Tanger
Outlet Mall and only 2 miles from Charleston
International Airport, houses the largest
collection of professionally restored American
LaFrance fire apparatus in the country. The
26,000 square foot facility opened to the public
in 2007 and houses 18 fire trucks and priceless
one-of-a-kind firefighting artifacts. Complete
with interactive exhibits featuring real smoke,
hands on displays, a 40 person theater,
children’s play area and fire truck simulator, the
North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire
Museum proves to be a remarkable experience
and an unforgettable destination for the entire
family, school group or other special guests.

location and contact info

4975 Centre Pointe Drive
North Charleston, SC 29418
740-5550

hours

10:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Saturday
1:00–5:00 pm, Sunday

*Last ticket sold at 4pm

days closed

Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve
Christmas Day, New Years Day

pricing

•  $6 admission for children ages 13 and older
•  Free admission for children ages 12 and
  under when accompanied by an adult
•   $5 admission for groups of 15 and more
  Please call ahead to schedule group visits
•  For more information on educational
  field trips or school groups, please ask for
  Max Sterling

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THE GOLF CLUB at WESCOTT PLANTATION

The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation,
North Charleston’s premier golf facility,
was developed with keeping the richest
traditions of Lowcountry golf in mind. The
27-hole course, designed by Dr. Michael
Hurdzan, captures the traditional flavor of
low-flowing earthworks, classic bunkering, and
the framing of each hole by area vegetation.

course

Combined with the abundance of trees and
area vegetation, the course provides a sense
of isolation and privacy while playing each
hole.The course also offers 5 tees per hole
for all levels of golfers to truly enjoy playing
at Wescott. The course is open daily from
7:00 am–6:00 pm during winter months
and from 7:00 am–7:00 pm during summer
months with golf prices starting at $32. Please
contact the Pro Shop to schedule your tee time
or to confirm hours.

clubhouse

The 6,000+ square foot, antebellum style
clubhouse can accommodate up to 300 guests.
With gorgeous hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces,
vaulted ceilings, a complete wrap-around
porch, as well as a full in-house catering staff,
the Golf Club at Wescott is a spectacular
location for any event. Please call Jason Boutin,
Director of Catering and Event Planning, for
any future clubhouse needs.

dining

The Golf Club at Wescott offers a wonderful
dining experience. Plan on enjoying lunch
with your round of golf Monday–Friday from
11:00 am–2:30 pm. Daily specials are offered.
Dinner is by reservation only. Please call to
confirm reservations ahead of time.

location and contact info

5000 Wescott Club Drive
North Charleston, SC 29485
871-2135

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MMUN

Y CENTER

Accabee Community Center

3200 Appleton Avenue
308-4735

Charleston Farms
Community Center

1633-A Sumner Avenue
745-1066

Felix C. Davis Community Center

4800 Park Circle
745-1028

Felix Pinckney Community Center

4790 Hassell Street
745-1036

Ferndale Gym

1919 Piedmont Avenue
554-5344

Gethsemani Community Center

2449 Beacon Street
308-4733

Gussie Greene Community Center

2012 Success Street
745-1037

Highland Terrace/Liberty Park
Community Center

2401 Richardson Drive
745-1041

Jeanene Batten Community
Center

3742 Dorchester Road
308-4731

Miner Crosby Community Center

3901 Paramount Drive
308-4734

Murray Hill Community Center

inside Daniel Jenkins Academy

2674 Bonds Avenue
308-4788

Northwoods Park
Community Center

8348 Greenridge Road
572-5410

Pepperhill Park Community
Center

7695 Brandywine Avenue
767-0865 or 552-1664

Persephone Moultrie
Community Center

2001 Robertson Boulevard
745-1081

Russelldale Community Center

2248 Russelldale Avenue
745-1053

Whipper Barony
Community Center

3855 Chestnut Street
745-1039

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GARDEN CLUBS OF GREATER CHARLESTON

Amphitheater Stage, Auditorium, Baseball Fields, Community
Center, Disc Golf Course, Green Space, Kitchen,
Multipurpose Meeting Rooms, Playgrounds, Parking

Public park hours are daylight–dark, unless otherwise
scheduled through the facility.

The AARP conducts free tax preparation for senior citizens
beginning in February. Sessions are available Tuesdays
from 9:00 am–1:00 pm.

For more information, please call 745-1028.

This class is open to all dog owners enrolling their dog in an
obedience training class. Classes meet on Wednesday
evenings at 7:00 pm and there is a fee. For more information,
please call 764-DOGS.

This club is available to those interested in coin collecting
and meets the 1

and 3

Wednesdays of each month at

7:30 pm. For more information, please call Randy Clark at
200-7416.

This dance class is being offered the 1

and 3

Fridays of

each month starting at 7:30 pm. For more information,
please call Carl Blum at 760-7405.

The Dance Factory, school of the Charleston Flappers,
offers dance classes to both children and adults. Registration
begins in August with classes starting the 1

Tuesday after

Labor Day. The annual Dance Factory Recital is held at the
Sottille Theater. For more information, please call Karen
Huett at 881-3704.

For more information, please call Christine Hayes-Bradham
at 696-1967

Purchase local produce at Park Circle! The Farmer’s Market
is held from April 22–October 29, every Thursday, from
12:00–7:00 pm. WIC and Vouchers are accepted. For more
information, please call Belinda Swindler at 745-1028.

The Garden Clubs of Greater Charleston meet in January, April,
and September along with a few special events during the year.
For more information, please call Yvonne Jordan at 225-2706..

FELIX C. DAVIS COMMUNITY CENTER

4800 Park Circle • North Charleston, SC • 29405 • 745-1028

AMENITIES

HOURS

AARP TAX PREPARATION

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.

CHARLESTON DOG TRAINING CLUB

COIN CLUB

CONTRA DANCING

THE DANCE FACTORY

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC

FARMER’S MARKET

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The Harmony Squares square dancers meet on the 2

and

Friday of every month at 7:00 pm. For more information,

please call Merle Ridgeway at 552-3630.

The Jolly Friends meet Wednesdays of each week from 1:00 pm
for bingo and great fellowship. For more information, please
call Sue Burt at 744-0103.

The Meri-Go Rounds meet on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm
for round dancing and invite anyone interested to attend. For
more information, please call Don Lovelace at 797-6326.

This group meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am.
Square dancers are invited to attend and take part in great
fun and fellowship. A luncheon is held by the dancers on the
2

Wednesday of each month. For more information, please

call Hal Smith at 744-0079.

This civic club meets the 4

Monday of each month, at

6:30 pm, to discuss issues and share ideas to help enhance
their neighborhood. For more information, please call
Gayle Frampton at 747-6594.

This neighborhood council meets the 1

Monday of each

month, at 6:30 pm, to discuss issues and promote a better
quality of life in the neighborhood. For more information,
please call David Taylor at 554-6231.

This round dancing group meets the 2

and 4

Thursdays of

each month at 7:00 pm. To join the Rainbow Rounds, please
call Genie Whetsell at 747-5431.

This class is open to anyone interested in learning Scottish
Country Dancing. A partner is not required. Classes meet
every Thursday evening from 7:30–9:00 pm. For more
information, please call Irene Stancik at 797-2275.

The Seniorcize group, ages 50+, meets Tuesday and Thursday
mornings from 10:30–11:15 am to enjoy a very low-impact,
aerobic workout. The group is led by Betty Keller and is open
to all seniors interested in becoming more physically fit. For
more information, please call 745-1028.

The Senior Line Dancing class, ages 50+,offers a beginners
class each Monday morning at 9:00 am with a regular class to
follow. Merrill Ridgeway leads a regular group of about
30–50 students that range from beginners to advanced. Take
advantage of this class for the exercise or to become a part
of the Boot Stompers Line Dancing Team. The Boot Stompers
have performed at the Coastal Carolina Fair, as well as,
nursing homes throughout the tri-county area. For more
information, please call Merrill Ridgeway at 552-3630.

This instructional class meets Tuesday nights at 7:30 pm and
focuses on the art of square dancing. For more information,
please call Merrill Ridgeway at 552-3630.

The SDRA meets the 4

Tuesdays of each month at

8:00 pm. For more information, please call Lavern Williams
or Jennifer Spink at 402-7755.

The South Carolina Stingrays ECHL Hockey team has a very
active booster club that hosts special events and presents special
player honors throughout the season. If you are a Stingrays Fan
and would like more information, please call 745-1028.

This group meets the 4

Thursdays of each month from

6:30–8:00 pm as a support group for those who have lost
family members by homicide. For more information, please
call Easter LaRoche or Barbara Binion at 745-2250.

Lynn Talley leads a relaxing Yoga Program offered
Wednesday evenings at 5:30 pm. Please bring your own yoga
mat. For more information, please call Lynn at 343-5268.

HARMONY SQUARES

JOLLY FRIENDS BINGO

MERI-GO ROUNDS

MID-MORNING TWIRLERS

NORTHEAST PARK CIRCLE CIVIC CLUB

PALMETTO GARDENS NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

RAINBOW ROUNDS

SENIORCIZE

LINE DANCING

THE BOOT STOMPERS

SQUARE DANCING

SOUTHERN DRAG RACING ASSOCIATION

STINGRAYS BOOSTER CLUB

VICITIMS OF HOMICIDE SUPPORT GROUP

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING

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Community Center, Computer Lab, Multipurpose Rooms,
Outdoor Basketball Courts, Outdoor Swimming Pool,
Playground, Samuel L. Hart Senior Center

Public park hours are daylight–dark, unless otherwise
scheduled through the facility.

This class continues to be offered and is held Monday
evenings from 6:00–8:00 pm.

Meals on Wheels are delivered Monday–Friday from the
Felix Pinckney Community Center. For more information,
please call the Community Center.

Concerned citizens and individuals wishing to have a positive
impact on the Liberty Hill Community are invited to attend
these meetings held the 3

Thursday of each month

at 7:00 pm.

The Youth and Adult NAACP members meet the 2

Monday

of each month at 7:00 pm.

The South Carolina Black Coalition meets the 1

Thursday of

each month at 7:00 pm.

NiA Production Company takes pride in teaching African
Dance at the community center each Monday and Thursday
evening, from 6:00–8:00 pm. NiA means

purpose

in Swahili

and the group stands on its 3 Pillars of Performance—
Storytellling, Music, and Theater.

Come take part in a Gospel Sing every Wednesday evening
at the Community Center beginning at 7:00 pm.

Girl Scouts of America meets every other Wednesday from
6:00–8:00 pm. This program is girl-driven, reflecting the
everchanging needs and interests of today’s girls. Members
discover fun and friendship. For the next scheduled meeting,
please call the Community Center.

FELIX PINCKNEY COMMUNITY CENTER

4790 Hassell Street • North Charleston, SC • 29405 • 745-1036

NiA DANCE PRODUCTIONS

GOSPEL SING

GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA

AMENITIES

HOURS

SALSA DANCING

MEALS ON WHEELS

LIBERTY HILL IMPROVEMENT COUNCIL

NAACP

SOUTH CAROLINA BLACK COALITION

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NORTHWOODS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER

8348 Greenridge Road • North Charleston, SC • 29406 • 572-5410

AMENITIES

HOURS

Baseball Fields, Covered Pavilion, Gymnasium, Horseshoe
Pits, Lake, Multipurpose Rooms, Picnic Tables, Playground,
Swimming Pool, Volleyball, Parking

Public park hours are daylight–dark, unless otherwise
scheduled through the facility.

The Round Ball Classic, an adult basketball tournament, is
annually held the 3

weekend in May. Many local teams

participate, as well as teams from Geogia, Florida, and Virginia.
For more information, please contact Northwoods Park.

This non-contact martial arts class emphasizes form and
structure. No protective gear is needed and no self-defense
instruments are used. Classes meet Tuesdays & Thursdays
from 6:00–8:30 pm. For more information, please contact
instructors Terri or Jerri Wolfe at 327-1899.

Join us Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30–9:00 pm. All ages
are welcome to play in this basketball league. A sports chair is
provided for all participants. For more information, please
contact Tink Wallace at 824-6687.

This exciting, annual event is held the 2nd weekend in
November. Several wheelchair basketball teams from across
the southeast join our local North Charleston Rolling
Hurricanes in this tournament. For more information,
please call 824-6887.

ROUND BALL CLASSIC ADULT TOURNAMENT

WTA - ADULT

CHILDREN’S TAE KWON DO

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

WHEELS

STEALS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

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Community Center, Computer Lab, Covered Pavilion,
Multipurpose Meeting Rooms, Outdoor Basketball Court,
Picnic Tables, Playground, Parking

Public park hours are daylight–dark, unless otherwise
scheduled through the facility.

MARDI GRAS

Date to be determined, contact the Community Center

MOTHER

SON DINNER

Saturday of February • February 27, 2010

FATHER

DAUGHTER DINNER

Saturday of April • April 24, 2010

SENIOR APPRECIATION DINNER

Saturday of October • October 9, 2010

SONS OF THE HEIGHTS BREAKFAST

Saturday of November • November 13, 2010

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Saturday of December • December 11, 2010

4-H began as a rural youth movement in the early
20th Century and have developed into one of the largest
youth organizations in the United States. 4-H helps urban,
suburban, and rural youth, along with adults, learn, grow,
and work together for positive change. Co-sponsored by
the Clemson Extension Service, 4-H is available to any youth
between ages 5–17. Please call the Community Center for
the next group meeting.

A computer lab is available for educational assistance to
youths and adults.

The Djole (Jo-lay) Dance Company is a West African Dance

Drum Company comprised of youth from the Union

Men in the community, ages 45+, participate in various
games at the Community Center. There is no set schedule
for games, but rather we encourage you to come with ideas
of what you would enjoy! Games begin at 10:30 am.

GETHSEMANI COMMUNITY CENTER

2449 Beacon Street • North Charleston, SC • 29405 • 308-4733

AMENITIES

HOURS

COMPUTER LAB

DJOLE DANCE COMPANY

4-H CLUBS

ANNUAL EVENTS —SAVE THE DATE!

GAME TUESDAYS

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On the 1

and 3

Thursdays of each month, a movie is

shown at the Community Center. To find out what movies
are playing, calls can be directed to the Community Center a
week ahead of show time. Previous movies that have been
shown include

Blood Diamonds, Coach Carter, Last King of

Scotland,

and

Madea’s Family Reunion.

Quilting class is held every Wednesday morning, from
September–May, at 10:00 am. Participants are given patterns
for various styles of quilts to complete.

Every Monday morning at 11:00 am, Senior Adults gather to
participate in various craft projects. Previous projects have
included photo plates, seasonal, and holiday crafts.

Fitness equipment is available for use by area residents age
13+. Some of the equipment includes a treadmill, an ab
roller, a skiing machine, and more.

Baseball Fields, Covered Pavilion, Gymnasium, Horseshoe
Pits, Lake, Multipurpose Rooms, Picnic Tables, Playground,
Swimming Pool, Volleyball, Parking

Public park hours are daylight–dark, unless otherwise
schedule through the facility.

SENIOR ARTS

CRAFTS

WEIGHT ROOM

QUILTING

MOVIE THURSDAYS

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danny jones complex • 1455 monitor street

Ball Fields, Football Field, Gymnasium, Meeting
Rooms at Armory Park, Outdoor Swimming
Pool (50m), Picnic Pavilion at Pool, Picnic Tables,
Playgrounds, Restrooms, Soccer Field, Track
(400m), and Tennis Courts

mwv/kapstone park • north rhett ave and
remount rd

Ball Fields, Green Space, Park Benches, Picnic
Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Playgrounds, and
Restrooms

northwoods park • 8348 greenridge road

Baseball Fields, Green Space, Gymnasium, Lake,
Multipurpose Field, Outdoor Swimming Pool,
Park Benches, Picnic Pavilion and Picnic Tables,
and Playground

park south • spruill avenue

Basketball Court, Green Space, Park Benches,
and Picnic Tables,

park circle • 4800 park circle

Amphitheater Stage, Auditorium, Baseball Fields,
Community Center, Disc Golf Course, Green
Space, Kitchen, Multipurpose Meeting Rooms,
Playgrounds, Parking

quarterman park •buist ave at spruill ave

Green Space, Lake, Park Benches, Picnic Tables,
and Walking Trail —Great location for photos!

ralph m. hendricks park • virginia ave at i-526

Crabbing/Fishing Dock, Green Space, Park
Benches, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Playground,
Restrooms, and Small Boat Slip

riverfront park • former navy base

Home of the Greater Charleston Naval Base Memorial

Art Sculptures, Boardwalk, Crabbing Dock,
Entertainment Amphitheater, Fenced Dog Park,
Fishing Pier, Fountain, Green Space, Park
Benches, Picnic Pavilion, Picnic Tables,
Playground, and Restrooms

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