Green Grove Community Center Ground Breaking

The City of North Charleston will broke ground on its newest community center at 2634 Bennett Yard Road on Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Green Grove Community Center will become North Charleston’s 19th community center.  The center will be utilized for neighborhood association meetings, afterschool programming, senior activities, and will be a summer camp site.

Prior to the ceremony, Mayor Summey stated, “The residents of Green Grove have always been involved in neighborhood activities, but have lacked a common location to gather.  This is a terrific expansion of recreational and civic services offered to the citizens of our city.”

Fundraiser to support World Series bound North Charleston baseball teams

To support North Charleston’s World Series bound Pre-Majors and Dixie Majors baseball teams, a luncheon fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Felix C. Davis Community Center (4800 Park Circle, North Charleston, SC 29405).  All lunch proceeds will assist the teams in travel expenses to their respective tournaments.

The Dixie Pre-Majors World Series Tournament will be played at Ogletree Park on the Bill Moore Majors Baseball Field and at Guntersville High School in Guntersville, Alabama.  Games begin on Saturday, July 31, 2010.  North Charleston Pre-Majors, ages 15-16, will take on Columbia County, Georgia in its opener at 1:00 pm on July 31.

The Dixie Majors World Series Tournament will be played at Independence Recreation Park in Independence, Louisiana.  Games begin on Saturday, July 31, 2010.  North Charleston Dixie Majors, ages 17-19, will take on Duplin County, North Carolina in its opener at 10:00 am on July 31.

Each double elimination tournament consists of the eleven 2010 State Champions throughout the Southeast and one team from each respective host city.

For more fundraiser information or donations, please contact Belinda Swindler at (843) 745-1028.

North Charleston to honor long time community leader

The public is invited to celebrate the commitment, dedication, and contributions of Mr. Gary McJunkin to the City of North Charleston in the field of recreation on July 19, 2010 at 6:00 pm at Felix C. Davis Community Center (4800 Park Circle, North Charleston, SC 29405).  Complimentary refreshments will be served.

Affectionately known as “Mr. Mac,” Gary McJunkin has served the residents of North Charleston for over 55 years, seeing generations of families participate in quality recreational programs.  Mr. McJunkin’s contributions are many throughout North Charleston.  While administering North Charleston’s recreation program, he oversaw the building of ball fields, playgrounds, and developed a robust list of recreational activities.  Even when funds were scarce, Mr. McJunkin coordinated thousands of volunteers to give countless hours to the building of facilities and programs.

North Charleston Mayor R. Keith Summey stated, “Mr. McJunkin continues to be an active leader in the City’s recreation programs with many recreation professionals looking to him for guidance and support.  We in North Charleston are honored to have him as part of our city.  We salute Mr. McJunkin as a recreation professional, community leader, mentor, and friend of the City.”

Dixie Youth AA Machine Pitch Region II Tournament

The City of North Charleston will host the 2010 Dixie Youth AA Region 2 Machine Pitch Tournament at Park Circle from Friday, July 23 - Tuesday, July 27.

This tournament brings athletes from throughout the Southeast all vying for the regional title. The Northwoods and Pepperhill communities, some of the finest young ball players in the State of South Carolina, will represent North Charleston.

Participating teams include: Alabama champion, Alabama runner-up, Florida champion, Florida runner-up, Georgia champion, Georgia runner-up, South Carolina champion, South Carolina runner-up, South Carolina 3rd, South Carolina 4th, Northwoods, and Pepperhill.

Admission prices are as follows:

Adults (Day 1) - $7.00*

Adults (Days 2-4) - $6.00

Students (Day 1) - $4.00*

Students (Days 2-4) - $3.00

Children under 6 - free

*The increased admission cost on day 1 will benefit the Dixie Scholarship Program.

For additional information, call the Recreation Department at 745-1028.

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Parent-Tot swimming lessons

The North Charleston Recreation Department is offering Parent-Tot swimming lessons at the Northwoods Park and Danny Jones pools for children 6 months - 4 years old.

Session 1

June 28 - July 14

every weeknight

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Session 2

July 19 - August 6

every weeknight

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

To register, visit the office at either location. A $30.00 fee is required.

For more lesson information, call Northwoods Park (572-5410) or Danny Jones (745-1032).

North Charleston Aquatics

Are you JOY?

The City of North Charleston invites “JOY” (“Just Older Youth”) to participate in our active programming, tailored to encourage an active lifestyle, healthy living, and promote fellowship. The City’s menu of activities, now expanded through partnerships with local businesses, satisfies a variety of interest and creates excitement for each senior. If you are interested in taking part, contact Senior Coordinator Belinda Swindler at (843) 745-1028 or via email at belindaswindler@yahoo.com.

Senior Line Dancing Felix Davis Community Center Every Monday Beginner Class – 9:00 am Intermediate Class – Immediately following “Jolly Friends” Bingo Felix Davis Community Center Every Wednesday 1:00 pm Senior Tennis Danny Jones Sports Complex Every Monday through Friday 8:00 am Weather permitting Senior Bowling League Sandpiper Bowling Lanes on Ashley Phosphate Rd Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Practice begins – 9:00 am League Bowling begins – 9:30 am League and Recreational bowling is offered

Seniorcize Felix Davis Community Center Every Tuesday and Thursday 10:30 am – 11:15 am A low aerobics class Senior Yoga Felix Davis Community Center Every Wednesday 5:30 pm Senior Golfing The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation Every Tuesday 8:00 am Prizes and refreshments are provided Senior Water Aerobics 2070 Northbrook Boulevard Every Monday through Thursday Contact Premier Physical Therapy for more information at (843) 797-5167

In an effort to encourage walking we invite “JOY” to walk historic Park Circle. Join the “Walk the Circle Club” by completing a registration form at the desk in the Felix Davis Community Center. Throughout the year, the number of laps walked is recorded and special recognition is given to accomplished walkers.

Other activities available for “JOY” include ceramics, contra dancing, disc golf, quilting and square dancing.

Seniors are invited to join the North Charleston Spring Bocce League. For more information and registration, join us on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 7:00 pm at the Felix Davis Community Center.

For more senior activities information,offered by the City of North Charleston, contact Senior Coordinator Belinda Swindler at (843) 745-1028 or via email at belindaswindler@yahoo.com.