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Department of Recreation and Parks

Wanda S. Durden
Director

Thank you for visiting BCRP's Web site. Our mission is to provide diverse recreational, environmental, cultural, educational and leisure opportunities that will benefit current and future generations. Whether you're looking for recreational programs for kids or seniors, beautiful green space, hours of operation at special facilities, or the perfect venue to host your special event, we have exactly what you're looking for. Take some time to explore our site and discover "what's happening" at BCRP. We have a host of fun-filled activities for everyone!

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After-School Adventures

Nature studies, performing arts, photography, and more, learn something new with Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks’ After-School Adventures. Available at all 46 recreation centers. For more information, including fees, please contact your local recreation center.

THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER!

Buds & Blooms

The Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
3100 Swann Drive—21217
(410) 396-0008
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday
Featured plants for September include Yellow Shrimp plants, Torch Gingers, 'Green Mountain' Gingers, Paper Flowers, Fire Brush, Birds of Paradise, and a Rose Cactus. The Conservatory displays plants from all over the world in three distinct environments. Recommended for all ages. Admission is $2.

Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008

Open Play Drop-in
William J. Myers Soccer Pavilion
4300 West Bay Ave.—21225
(410) 396-5782
6—9 p.m.
Get a huge kick out of soccer! Drop by Myers to pick-up teams and play for three hours in a not-so-competitive environment. Recommended for ages 14 and over. Admission is $5.

Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008

First Thursdays in Mount Vernon’s West Square Park
Mount Vernon’s West Square Park
Charles and Monument streets—21201
(410) 396-7900
5:30—8:30 p.m.
Join Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks and WTMD for First Thursday Concerts in the Park! Enjoy the music, meet up with friends and decompress from those crazy workweeks! Food and beverages will be available for sale. For a schedule, please visit www.wtmd.org. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008

Neighborhood Tree Steward Training
Carrie Murray Nature Center
1901 Ridgetop Road—21207
(410) 396-0808
10 a.m.—1 p.m.
Learn about the benefits that trees provide to an urban environment, the basics of tree maintenance and tree planting. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008

Fall Baseball
Carroll, Clifton and Patterson Parks
(410) 244-0833
11 a.m.
Calling all of Baltimore’s baseball fans! Step up to the plate and support Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks’ little leaguers this weekend. This event is FREE and open the public.

Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008

Twilight Canoe Escape
Middle Branch Park
3301 Waterview Ave.—21230
(410) 396-0440
6 p.m.
Paddle the quiet waters of Baltimore's other harbor. Enjoy the grand view of the downtown skyline and the Hanover Street Bridge. Feel the cool breeze blowing off the water. Pre-registration required; please call at least 24 hours in advance. Recommended for ages 7 and over. Admission is $5.

Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008

Family Fishing Fun
Patterson Park Boat Lake
200 South Linwood St.—21224
(410) 396-9392
6 p.m.
Enjoy fishing, fun, games, crafts, and prizes. Fish for Backyard Bass! An adult must accompany all children. This is “catch and release” fishing. Bring your own fishing rod or borrow one of ours. Bait will be provided. No fishing license required during this event. Parking available on street outside park. Admission is $1 per person.

Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008

Ninth Annual Bug Fest
Carrie Murray Nature Center
1901 Ridgetop Road—21207
(410) 396-0808
10 a.m.—4 p.m.
Enjoy a day of bugs—cockroach races, insect cuisine and displays. Experts from the Maryland Entomological Society, master gardeners, and more will be there to answer questions about things that creep and crawl! Recommended for all ages. Please pre-register. Admission is $6 per person.

Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008

Charm City Bike and Brunch
Federal Hill Park
800 Battery Ave.—21230
(443) 984-4058
10 a.m.
Travel through forests, meadows, along streams and historic neighborhoods on bike. Ride concludes with a simple brunch. Bikes and helmets provided. Pre-registration required; please call (410) 396-0440 at least 24 hours in advance. Recommended for ages 18 and older. Admission is $15, includes brunch.

Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008

Outdoor Soccer Program
Carroll Park
1500 Washington Blvd.—21230
(410) 244-0833
4—5:30 p.m.
Enjoy one last game of soccer before the winter. Games will be held at various locations around the City; please call for more information.

Friday, Sept. 26, 2008

Baltimore Adapted Bocce League
William J. Myers Soccer Pavilion
4300 West Bay Ave.—21225
(410) 396-1811
10 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks and the Maryland Special Olympics is proud to present a new program with a fun and competitive format for adults with developmental disabilities. Register teams or as an individuals. League registration is $5 per player.

Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008

National Public Lands Day
Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park
4500 Franklintown Road—21229
(410) 448-5663 x122
8:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
National Public Lands Day, which is held annually on the last Saturday in September, is an opportunity to clean up America’s most treasured areas and preserve them for future generations. Volunteers will be removing invasive weeds, restoring nature trails and performing other improvements. Recommended for all ages. This event is FREE and open to the public.

The Dead Run Is Alive!
The Carrie Murray Nature Center
1901 Ridgetop Road—21207
(410) 396-0808
noon—2 p.m.
All ages
Hike the Dead Run and learn about the insects, plants, and wildlife that call it home. No pets please. Please pre-register. Admission is $3.

Weed Wipeout
Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park
1920 Eagle Drive—21207
(410) 396-0440
noon—2 p.m.
In order to rebuild the flowers and forests, the weeds need to go! Learn what plants are weeds and what needs to be removed along the Gwynns Falls Trail in Baltimore. Great for school groups or community service hours. Pre-registration required; please call at least 24 hours in advance. Recommended for ages 12 and over. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Saturday Afternoon Hikes on the Gwynns Falls Trail
The Gwynns Falls Trail
4500 Franklintown Road—21207
(410) 396-0440
3 p.m.
Familiarize yourself with the trail system in the park. A guided tour covers many topics of interest related to history, the city and nature. Pre-registration required. Please call at least 24 hours in advance. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes or boots (no flip-flops or sandals). Recommended for ages 7 and over. Admission is $1.

Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008

Skateboard and Bike Contest
Carroll Park Skateboard Park
800 Bayard St.—21230
(410) 244-0833
9:30 a.m.
Enter the fall Skateboard and Bike contest for extreme fun. Recommended for ages 10 and over. Admission is $5.