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2008 NRPA Congress and Exposition

Department of Recreation and Parks

Connie Brown
Portia Harris
Acting 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!

Get ACTIVE and Stay HEALTHY with Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks!

Highlights:


The 2008 Wednesday Lunch and Leisure Series
on the Plaza

Wednesdays noon-1 p.m.
Join Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks for the city’s
premier location for recreation, relaxation and lunchtime entertainment.


148th Annual Outdoors Summer Concert Series

June-August 2008
Coming to a community near you!


Register Now!

Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks’
Summer Camps

June-August

Camp Baltimore 

For children ages 5-13, Camp Baltimore operates at the 46 recreation centers across the city.  Before and after care available. Registration is ongoing. For more information, please visit your local recreation center.

June 23, 2008 (Children's camp)

Camp Variety

Camp Variety, for ages 5 to seniors, also offers before/after care.  Registration is ongoing.  For more information, please call (410) 396-1550.

June 23rd -August 8th

Baltimore City All-star Tennis Academy

The Baltimore City All-star Tennis Academy is the premiere tennis and education program for children ages 5-18. Registration is ongoing. Before and after care available. For more information, please call (410) 396-7019.

July 21st-25th

Baltimore Blast Soccer Camp

Blast Camp features both indoor and outdoor play for boys and girls ages 5-15. Come and receive instruction from Blast players at William J. Myers Soccer Pavilion! For more information, please call 410-73Blast.

June 30th-August 15th

Wilderness Survival Camp

Wilderness Survival Camp -- for children ages 5-13-- operates at the Carrie Murray Nature Center. Registration is ongoing. For more information, please call (410) 396-0808.

March-August

Fun-Fitness Adventure Camp

The Fun-Fitness Adventure Camp, for ages 5-14, promotes healthy lifestyles and nutritional habits that will last a lifetime. Registration ongoing. For more information, please call (410) 396-7431 or (410) 396-6211.

 

THINGS TO DO!

Monday, May 5, 2008

GROW Workshops

Location TBD
(410) 396-7900
5:30-8 p.m.
Join Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks and the Parks and People Foundation to learn the ins and outs of community organizing. Refreshments will be provided. This event is FREE and open to the public. To register, please visit green@baltimorecity.gov.

Thursday, May 8, 2008

Family Fishing Fun

Patterson Park Boat Lake
Eastern and Milton avenues
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9392
6-8 p.m.
Enjoy family fun with catch and release fishing at Patterson Park. Bring your own fishing rod, or borrow one of ours. Admission is $1. Adults must accompany children.

Saturday, May 10, 2008

Market Day

Cylburn Arboretum
4915 Greenspring Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 367-2217
8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Bring your little red wagon to load with super spring plants and crafts. Support Cylburn by purchasing vegetables, annual, perennials, azaleas, crafts and more. This is the premier spring plant and craft sale for Baltimore City. This event is FREE and open to the public; parking is $4 per car.

The 2008 Recreation Explosion: a fun and fitness expo

Historic Druid Hill Park
(Swann Drive entrance)
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-7900
noon-6 p.m.
Join Magic 95.9 and 92Q for the 2008 Recreation Explosion: the kickoff for the spring/summer season of recreation and parks. Enjoy a fun-filled day of live entertainment, sports clinics, carnival rides, arts and crafts, food for the entire family! This event is FREE and open to the public. Some activities will require a small fee.


Wednesday, May 14, 2008

The 42nd Annual Preakness Frog Hop

Kickoff event for the Wednesday Lunch and Leisure Series
War Memorial Plaza (Directly across from City Hall)
100 N. Holliday St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 396-7900
noon
Join Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks for the Wednesday Lunch and Leisure series on the Plaza. This week, the spirit of the Preakness comes alive at the War Memorial Plaza as youth and adults “jockey their frogs” to the finish line. Come and cheer for your favorite frog. Other reptiles and amphibians will also be on display courtesy of the Carrie Murray Nature Center. The Wednesday Lunch and Leisure Series is FREE and open to the public.


Thursday, May 15, 2008

Family Fishing Fun

Patterson Park Boat Lake
Eastern and Milton avenues
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9392
6-8 p.m.
Bring the family for catch and release fishing at Patterson Park. Bring your own rod, or use one of ours. Admission is $1. Adults must accompany children.

Saturday, May 17, 2008

Bike-a-thon and Kids Festival

Historic Druid Hill Park
(Reservoir near the tennis courts)
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 984-4058
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Enjoy biking, music and other fun activities in a safe park environment. Learn bike safety tips,
while enjoying a bike ride around Druid Hill Park Reservoir. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Charm City Bike and Brunch

Meet at Trailhead Parking Across from Steiff building


Brunch at the Dogwood Deli in Hampden
(410) 243-2870 or: e_schott@hotmail.com
10 a.m. – approx. 2 p.m.

Please join us for the second monthly bike tour of the 2008 season.  Each month discover a different area of the Greatest City in America.  Group size limited to 15 so call early.  Cost:  $15.

Saturday, May 24, 2008

League of Dreams Baseball Program

Rockdale Park
3326 N. Rolling Road
Randallstown, MD 21244
(410) 396-5766
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Children, ages 5 to 18, with disabilities are invited to join this instructional and fun baseball league. Participants will meet every Saturday through June 7th. Registration is $20.

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Open Play/Drop In Soccer

William J. Myers Soccer Pavilion
4300 West Bay Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21225
(410) 396-5782
6-9 p.m.
Get a huge kick out of soccer. Drop in for hours of fun pickup soccer. All skill levels are welcome. Admission is $5. Open to players 14 and older.

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Senior Power Walk

Patterson Park
Linwood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-2920
10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Put a little pep in your step this spring! Join Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks and the City’s Commission on Aging and Retirement Education for the Senior Power Walk in Patterson Park. Enjoy a catered lunch, lawn games, music and line dancing, health information and screenings and more! Group transportation from designated senior sites and FREE T-shirts for participants. Admission is $5.

Twilight Canoe/Kayak Escape

Middle Branch Park
Hanover Street and Waterview Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-0440
6:30 p.m.
Paddle the quiet waters of Baltimore’s other harbor. Enjoy the grand view of the downtown skyline and Hanover Street Bridge, and feel the cool breeze blowing off the water. This event is open to the public. Admission is $5; advance registration required.

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Family Fishing Fun

Patterson Park Boat Lake
Eastern and Milton avenues
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9392
6-8 p.m.
Bring the family for catch and release fishing at Patterson Park. Bring your own rod, or use one of ours. Admission is $1. Adults must accompany children.

Baseball Awards Banquet

Lakeland Recreation Center
2921 Stranden Road
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-0091
TBD
Celebrate another successful season of Little League Baseball at Lakeland. Awards will be given for participation and special achievements. Open to baseball participants and their families.

Friday, May 30, 2008

7th Annual Golf Tournament

Pine Ridge Golf Course
2101 Dullaney Valley Road
Lutherville, MD 21093
(410) 396-7900
8 a.m.
Every year the Baltimore business community and area golfers support a “Greener Baltimore.” Hit the links this year to help raise funds for Baltimore’s volunteer park service program. This event is open to the public. Admission is $125 per player, or $500 per foursome.

Sun. May 18, 2008

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