Eastover-Central Recreation Center
3637 Pembroke Lane, (910) 433-1226
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 1-9 pm, Sat. 9 am-5 pm, Sun. 2-5 pm
CENTER PROGRAMS
Intro to Pickleball
Pickled on how to play pickleball? Come check out our courts at Eastover Community Park and get involved with our local pickleball group. We will teach you the basics and get you hooked on the game. Call the recreation center for more details and to pre-register. Starting back after March 12.
All ages; Thurs.; 5:30 pm; Free
Senior Citizens Fitness Morning
Get your workout done in the morning! The fitness room will be open early for seniors on Tues. and Thurs. for you to workout on your own. Days are subject to change during the summer months.
50+; Tues. and Thurs.; 9-10 am; Free
Senior Walking Club
The Senior Walking Club is perfect for seniors trying to get a little exercise in a friendly, enclosed environment in our gymnasium. Whether it's rainy or sunny outside, you will always have a chance to get your walk on!
50+; Tues. and Thurs.; 9-10 am; Free
Quilting Night
Learn quilting techniques from others or showcase your own talents. Bring all your supplies and we’ll provide the space.
All ages; Wed.; 6-9 pm; Free
A Unique S.C.E.N.T.
If you enjoy listening to live music then join us for Senior Citizens Entertainment Night every Tues. Each night will feature a style of music such as bluegrass, country /western, gospel and oldies. If you are interested in showcasing your musical talent, then call for more information and sign up to perform.
55+; Tues.; 6:30-8:45 pm; Free
Home School Gym Time
If you are looking for a place to incorporate gym time in your home school curriculum, then stop by the recreation center! We will have gym equipment for you to play various games or you can bring your own. This program will end during the summer months.
17-under yrs; Tues. and Thurs.; 1-2:30 pm; Free
Zumba
Zumba is a dance fitness program that fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness class. Burn calories and have fun doing it during the hour of heart racing, muscle pumping, and body energizing movements that will engage and captivate you. Dance yourself into shape and shrink everything, but your smile!
All ages; Mon. and Thurs.; 6-7 pm; $49/month or $8/class
Open Gym
The gym will be open to shoot around or play a game of basketball with others. Open Gym is suspended when athletic events are scheduled in the gym and is subject to change depending on recreation center programs or events.
Youth Open Gym: 7-17 yrs; Sat.; 9 am-2 pm; Free
Adult Open Gym: Sat.; 2-5 pm; $2
Kid's Night
Parent’s Night Out! Bring your kids to the recreation center to enjoy games, popcorn and a movie. Starting back in September
5-12 yrs ;4th Fri. of each month., 6:30-8:30 pm; Free
SPECIAL EVENTS
Cape Fear Regional Basketball Camp
Join us for our annual Cape Fear Regional Basketball Camp and learn the important fundamentals of the game from our great staff of experienced coaches and players! We will be focusing on shooting, dribbling, defense, rebounding and team play by using drills and exercises.
7-14 yrs; Sat., Dec. 14; 9:30 am-noon; $5/participant
Gingerbread House Workshop
Happy Holidays! Join us in a traditional holiday ginger bread house workshop. Come decorate your very own gingerbread house with family and friends as we watch a classic Christmas movie! We provide the gingerbread house, you bring the creativity! Pre-Register by Dec. 17
All ages; Wed., Dec 18; 6-8 pm; $12/gingerbread kit
Senior Happy Hour
Join us for a night of fun with music, bingo and snacks.
55+; Fri.; Jan 24; 5:30-7 pm; Free
Family Movie Night
The entire family is invited for a movie and snacks night as we turn our gymnasium into a movie theater! Register by Jan. 25.
All ages; Fri., Jan. 24; 6:30-8:30 pm; Free
Red and White Valentine's Dance
Come ready to dance the night away because our Valentine’s Dance is back! Tickets are only sold in advance at the recreation center and will be available until Feb. 5.
Grades K-5; Fri., Feb. 7; 6-8:30 pm; $10
Video Game Night
Bring your Nintendo Switches and other gaming devices to battle it out for an epic game night! We’ll be providing popcorn and other snacks to keep us fueled for the fun. Register by Feb 26.
All ages; Fri., Feb. 28; 6:30-8:30 pm; Free
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