Raleigh Parks Winter-Spring 2024 Leisure Ledger

Raleigh Sidewinders The Raleigh Sidewinders is eastern North Carolina’s wheelchair (i.e. Quad Rugby) team. The Raleigh Sidewinders are official members of the US Quad Rugby Association, (USQRA), www.quadrugby. com. The team is comprised of individuals with disabilities that preclude their play in competitive, able-bodied sports. Players must have mobility impairments in their arms and legs to be considered eligible for participation. Most of the players have sustained cervical spinal cord injuries and have some type of quadriplegia as a result. The players are active members in their community, striving for a level of skill and competition offered by quad rugby. The vision of the Raleigh Sidewinders is to provide team members with an opportunity for personal growth, physical outlet and competition with adequate equipment and resources. For more information, please visit www.ncscia. Age: yrs. Please join us for a special event as Greystone offers Sensory Friendly Sunday featuring arts & crafts, music & movement, choice activities, chill zone, indoor playground, and much more. This event will offer accessible accommodations for individuals with sensory sensitivities and neurodiverse individuals. The center will provide an accepting and inclusive environment, modifications to sound and lighting, noise cancelling headsets, and a quiet area. The playground will be open during org/theraleighsidewinders. Sensory Friendly Sunday

SRIS Buddy Basketball Age: yrs. Buddy Basketball is an instructional program focused on developing basic basketball skills such as passing, dribbling, guarding, and shooting. Each participant must attend with a “buddy” (sibling, friend, assistant, parent). Only the participant must register for the program; there is no charge for the buddy. For more information, please contact 919-996-2147. Jaycee Community Center – Course Fee: $15 Feb 3-Mar 9 Sa 10:00-11:00am SRIS Cooking Age: 13-99 yrs. Ages: 13+ Come cook with us! This program is designed to meet the needs of teens and adults with disabilities. We will teach the basics of menu planning, kitchen safety, how to read a recipe, and basic kitchen skills needed to prepare various dishes. Each week participants will be able to take home the dish they have prepared. Please notify us of any food allergy or dietary restriction at the time of registration. Participants must be able to work in small group settings of 1 staff to 4 participants, manage personal care with minimal assistance and follow basic rules of safety and interaction. Individuals who require more support may attend with a personal assistant, please call SRIS at 919-996-2147 for more information. Marsh Creek Community Center – Course Fee: $22 Jan 10 W 6:00-7:30pm Feb 14 W 6:00-7:30pm Mar 13 W 6:00-7:30pm Apr 10 W 6:00-7:30pm SRIS Mic Night Age: 6-99 yrs. Ages: 6+ If you love to sing or perform, then it is your time to shine! Grab your friends and join us on the 3rd Friday of each month for karaoke open mic! We have thousands of songs to choose from in an encouraging, Family-friendly atmosphere. We provide a staff to facilitate and supervise performers. Participants must be able to work in small group settings of 1 staff to 6 participants, manage personal care with minimal assistance and follow basic rules of safety and interaction. Individuals who require more support may attend with a personal assistant (additional paperwork required). For more information, please call 919-996-2147. Jaycee Community Center – Course Fee: $6 Jan 19 F 6:00-7:00pm Feb 16 F 6:00-7:00pm Mar 15 F 6:00-7:00pm Apr 19 F 6:00-7:00pm

non-operating hours to limit capacity and create a more controlled environment to reduce overstimulation. Pre-registration is encouraged. This is a floating/drop-in event; families can come/leave at any time during the event. Greystone Recreation Center Jan 21 Su 2:00-4:00pm Feb 18 Su 2:00-4:00pm Mar 24 Su 2:00-4:00pm Apr 21 Su 2:00-4:00pm Special Olympics Wake County Special Olympics Wake County provides year-round sport training and athletic competition in different sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics training and competition is provided at no charge to eligible athletes. Each sport practices on a weekly basis at various times and locations. SRIS Bingo Age: 16-99 yrs. Join us on Wednesdays for a fun-filled night of bingo, board games & more! Game winners will have a selection of prizes to choose from! Participants must be able to play in small group settings of 1 staff to 8 participants, manage personal care and follow basic rules of safety and interaction. Individuals who require more support may attend with a personal assistant (additional paperwork required). For more information, please contact SRIS at 919-996-2147. Jaycee Community Center – Course Fee: $10 Jan 3-Jan 17 W 6:30-7:30pm Feb 7-Feb 21 W 6:30-7:30pm Mar 6-Mar 20 W 6:30-7:30pm Apr 3-Apr 17 W 6:30-7:30pm

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