Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Section

Therapeutic Recreation Section Contact Information

Karla Gray TR Senior Manager Karla.Gray@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4322 Megan Hotze TR Specialist Megan.Hotze@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4326 Karen Howard TR Specialist Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4325 Margot Howell TR Specialist Margot.Howell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4328 Ariel Kliem TR Specialist Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4327 Jana McMullen TR Specialist Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4330 Angela Tate TR Specialist Angela.Conti@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4329 Peggy Walker TR Specialist Peggy.Walker@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4331

Save the Date: Saturday, November 12th

for persons with physical and visual disabilities

The TR Section will be hosting a Paralympic Experience on Saturday, November 12. Clinics and demos include: Swimming Track Handcycling Boccia Contact: Jana McMullen Jana.mcmullen@mecklenburgcountync.gov
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Programs by Age Group
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Programs by Category
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Preschool Youth Teen Young Adult Adult Seniors Parents & Caregivers

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Enrichment
Schools Out Youth Beyond the Bell Super Saturday Chefs Young Adult Program Wilderness Bunch 3 6 7 4 4 3 6 4 8 6 5 5 8 9 9 8 8

Clubs & Socials

TR Family Halloween Band of Brothers Fuel for Life Paralympic Swim Club Spill Your Beans Supper Club TR Dance VIP Travel Club

Community
Garden 2 You Summit

Sports
Soccer Clinic Tandem Cycling

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Preschool & Youth

Schools Out Club for Youth
for kids ages 612, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 28 (Friday) 8:30 am4:30 pm $35.00 Angela.Conti@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

During these holiday and seasonally themed days, children will play games, make crafts, learn about special topics, and possibly take a field trip! All of these activities are used to promote peer interaction and appropriate social skills, physical activity, and independence.

TR Family Halloween Party at Carowinds

for children ages 36, with disabilities, and their families Carowinds Amusement Park October 8 (Saturday) 12:30 pmmeet outside the front entrance to the park $20.00 for child and 1 adult; additional tickets (limit 2) $10.00 **fee does not include the cost of parking Angela.Conti@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Join us for a kid-focused, fun Halloween celebration at Carowinds Amusement Park. Special events include a maze, trick-or-treating, puppet shows, karaoke, and a Peanuts dance party! TR Families can enjoy the Halloween festivities together, then have fun at the amusement park at your own leisure. Costumes are highly encouraged!!
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Teen & Young Adult Programs

Fuel for Life
for young men, ages 16 and up, with disabilities Location to be determined October 10 (Monday) 6:00 - 7:30 pm $10.00 (does not include the cost of dinner) Angela.Conti@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Young Adult Day Program

for young adults, ages 18-35, with disabilities Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center, 800 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. October 3 December 16 Mondays and Wednesdays 1:00 pm5:00 pm $15.00 daily or $30.00 per week Come hang out with the guys, fuel your body Margot.Howell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov with a good dinner, and fuel your life with Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov good conversation. Fuel for Life provides the The YADP offers support in leisure skills, opportunity for young men to talk about and independent living skills, and community gain support for issues theyre facing in their service. Instructional opportunities offer a lives. Each month we will host guest speakers hands-on approach to learning, and incorporate role-playing activities, expressive and discuss different topics, such as employment and job skills, relationships, life activities, communication, problem-solving, goals and values, and other topics that are im- and team building. portant to you.

Wilderness Bunch

for teens and young adults, ages 13-30, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 2830 (FridaySunday) 8:30 am (Fri.) - 4:30 pm (Sun.) $150.00 Megan.Hotze@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Join the Wilderness Bunch as we sleep under the stars, cook our own food, hike, kayak, and enjoy the great outdoors. This program is designed to teach basic skills needed for tent camping and participating in outdoor recreation. Day trips include hiking, nature lessons, and kayaking.
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Teen & Young Adult Programs

Supper Club
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 21 (Friday) - Monster Mash 6:00 pm7:00 pm $7.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

TR Dance
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 21 (Friday) - Monster Mash 7:00 pm9:00 pm $8.00 TRinfo@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Be part of a favorite tradition by spending an evening out with your friends. We will enjoy a healthy meal before each TR Section Dance...sign up today! Registration is due one week prior to program date.

Do the Mash, the Monster Mash! Pre-register or register at the door.

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Teen & Young Adult Programs

Spill Your Beans
for young women, ages 16 and up, with Disabilities Caribou, at Park Road Park Shopping Center October 17 (Monday) 6:00 - 7:30 pm $10.00 (does not include the cost of dinner) Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Band of Brothers
for young men, ages 18-35, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 5 and 12 (Wednesdays) 6:00 pm8:00 pm $10.00 per meeting Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

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, 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.

Do you need a night out with the guys to relax and enjoy new activities? Come hang out with Band of Brothers every Wednesday night from 6 8 pm. You can practice social skills, meet new people, enjoy community outings and develop positive relationships, all while enjoying some guy time.

Beyond the Bell: Teen Afterschool Program

for teens and young adults, ages 13-21, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road (MondayFriday) 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm $30 (2 days); $75 (per week); $250 (per month) Megan.Hotze@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov The School Day is over, but youre still looking for something to do? Come join us for the Teen Afterschool Program! This is a great opportunity to make friends, have fun, and learn new skills! We will enjoy group games, participate in exciting activities and enjoy weekly swimming.

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Teen & Adult Programs

Super Saturday Chefs
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up, with disabilities October 22 (Saturday) - Breakfast Club 10:00 am1:00 pm $15.00 Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Teaching great cooking...one 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 focusin 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.

VIP Travel Club

for adults and seniors, ages 35 and up, with a visual impairment October 7 (Friday) - Museum of the Waxhaws 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

Enjoy a social day with friends, while building independence in the community. Learn about historical, educational and recreational attractions in the Charlotte area. Please bring money for lunch.

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Sports & Clubs

Paralympic Swim Club for youth to adults, ages 12 and up, with physical and visual disabilities.
Marion Diehl Recreation Center - Pool October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 (Mondays) 5:30 pm 6:30 pm $25.00 Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Soccer Clinics for youth and teens, ages 621, with disabilities.
Marion Diehl Adaptive Field October 20 (Thursday) October 27 (Thursday) 4:30 pm6:00 pm $15.00 per date Margot.Howell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Paralympic swim club offers a unique social setting to learn, develop & improve swim skills.

Tandem Cycling for adults with visual impairments

Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 (Mondays) 9:30 pm 11:00 AM $25.00 Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

These clinics are designed to teach the fundamental skills of soccer: dribbling, passing, goalie skills, and throwing from sidelines.

Be a part of the Paralympic Sport Club and try out tandem cycling. Learn how to ride a tandem bike with a captain, learn basic skills and bike safety.

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Community
Summit - Parent/Caregiver Group
Tom Sykes Rec. Center, 1501 Euclid Ave. Please note the location for this months meeting. October 4 (Tuesday) 6:00 - 7:00 pm FREE! - light refreshments will be provided. Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Garden 2 You Farmers Market

Marion Diehl Recreation Center Patio and Kitchen October 14 (Friday) 1:00 pm 5:00 pm Free to attend; inquire about booth rental to sell produce Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

A monthly group for parents, guardians, and caregivers that is facilitated by a Therapeutic Recreation staff person but is directed by the group members. This FREE 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.

Come out to a one-of-a-kind farmers market! Vegetables, herbs and plants will be available for purchase, to benefit the Therapeutic Recreation Summer Camp scholarship fund. Produce and plants will be grown by the Gifted Gardeners TR horticulture class, and donated or sold by local gardeners. The Garden 2 You market is a great place to find the freshest local food, in your neighborhood!

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