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Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Ridgeview Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Ridgeview Rec)
Free Play Basketball for ages 16 and up! Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Beginner Yoga (Mon)
Beginner Yoga (Mon)
A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class
14 events,
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
15 events,
Free Play Basketball (Wed) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Wed) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
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Zumba Gold (Wed)
Zumba Gold (Wed)
For active older adults and anyone seeking a modified Zumba class that recreates the original Zumba moves at a lower intensity. The class features easy-to-flow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Contact instructor Tawny Homesley at tawny.homesley@gmail.com for more information. $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time […]
18 events,
All Together Now Puzzle Piece Mural
All Ages Get creative and decorate puzzle piece cutouts to show what our Summer Learning theme “All Together Now” means to you. Blank puzzle pieces and art supplies are located upstairs in The Learning Lab. Puzzle pieces can be continuously added to the mural starting June 1st and will be displayed through June 30th. Have […]
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Evening Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Evening Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Registration required. Caregivers are required to stay in room during the appointment. Please remember to arrive five minutes […]
Free
13 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
15 events,
Skateboard Lessons
Skateboard Lessons
Skateboard Lessons This event has 2 separate sessions/dates available for registration. You may register for one or both sessions. Saturday, 3rd & Saturday June 17thth, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Highland Recreation Center Skate Park , Registration Required, This event is a free event. Learn to skateboard with an advanced instructor. This class is intended for […]
16 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
18 events,
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
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Chair Yoga (Tues)
Chair Yoga (Tues)
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
18 events,
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Hickory Hikers
Hickory Hikers
All Ages Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism and Hickory Public Library have teamed up to bring you Hickory Hikers! Our next adventure is Wednesday, June 7 at 9am at Glenn Hilton Park. Hickory Hikers is open to all ages and experience levels but children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an […]
Free Play Basketball (Wed) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Wed) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
19 events,
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
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Dance Camp: Ballet
Dance Camp: Ballet
Children This mini-series class will focus on the introductory steps to Classical Ballet. Learn ballet terminology, dance techniques and a few of ballet’s most famous stories. Join us for one or all classes! Dance experience is welcome, but not necessary.
Free
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Easy Tai Chi (Thu)
Easy Tai Chi (Thu)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
17 events,
Chalk Our Walk
Chalk Our Walk
Chalk Our Walk Contest is a free sidewalk chalk art exhibition/contest being held at Highland Recreation Center (1451 8th St. Dr. NE, Hickory), Friday, June 9, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 10, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Exciting news for this year, three new categories have been added due to popularity; Ages […]
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Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
11 events,
Chalk Our Walk
Chalk Our Walk
Chalk Our Walk Contest is a free sidewalk chalk art exhibition/contest being held at Highland Recreation Center (1451 8th St. Dr. NE, Hickory), Friday, June 9, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 10, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Exciting news for this year, three new categories have been added due to popularity; Ages […]
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
16 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
15 events,
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
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Chair Yoga (Tues)
Chair Yoga (Tues)
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
17 events,
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Zumba Gold (Wed)
Zumba Gold (Wed)
For active older adults and anyone seeking a modified Zumba class that recreates the original Zumba moves at a lower intensity. The class features easy-to-flow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Contact instructor Tawny Homesley at tawny.homesley@gmail.com for more information. $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time […]
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
17 events,
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
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VayaHealth Training Sessions
VayaHealth Training Sessions
Adult Join the staff of VayaHealth for two training sessions. “OCD: Thought-Behavior Cycle” will begin at 10 am and will focus on obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms and evidence-based treatment options. “PTSD: Healing the Emotional World” will begin at 11 am. This presentation defines Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and reviews the impact of trauma. Treatment options and self-care […]
13 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Basketball (Fri) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Fri) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
10 events,
Free Play Basketball (Sat) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Sat) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
18 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
20 events,
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Art for All
Art for All
Art For All classes FREE provided by Hickory Museum of Art Classes are the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Learn something new. We’ll learn about various mediums and styles. Show up. Have fun creating, sharing ideas and enjoying comradery. All materials will be supplied. Classes are held at: Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St. Dr. […]
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Evening Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Evening Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
22 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
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Deck Out Your Deck!
Deck Out Your Deck!
All ages Celebrate Go Out and Skate Day by customizing your deck! Design a vinyl decal to print out on the Cricut machine and customize your board. Bring your own skateboard or pre-order a board from First in Flight Skate Shop, (828) 569-2030, www.firstinflightskateboards.com. First in Flight Skate Shop is located at 254 1st Ave […]
Free
20 events,
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Table Tennis Thursday (Highland Rec)
Free Play Table Tennis Thursday (Highland Rec)
Free Play Indoor Table Teniss open to anyone ages 16 and up will be offered on Thursdays from 5:00 pm-8:30 pm. This will be a drop-in-pick-up style program, located at Highland Recreation Center. No registration is required! For more information, please contact Yadil Sanchez at (828) 261-2251.
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Beginner Yoga (Thurs)
Beginner Yoga (Thurs)
A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications is offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class
12 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Basketball (Fri) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Fri) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
15 events,
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Spinning Spokes
Spinning Spokes
If you love bikes, this is the event for you! We will have everything from bike safety checks, maintenance demonstrations, bike vendors, food trucks and more! Spinning Spokes will take place on Saturday, June 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hickory City Park. - Hickory Velo Club will lead a morning ride starting […]
17 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Easy Tai Chi (Mon)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Mon) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
19 events,
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Tues) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Evening Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Evening Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Registration required. Caregivers are required to stay in room during the appointment. Please remember to arrive five minutes […]
Free
17 events,
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Zumba Gold (Wed)
Zumba Gold (Wed)
For active older adults and anyone seeking a modified Zumba class that recreates the original Zumba moves at a lower intensity. The class features easy-to-flow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Contact instructor Tawny Homesley at tawny.homesley@gmail.com for more information. $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time […]
Free Play Basketball (Wed) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Wed) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
16 events,
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Thurs) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Low Impact (Thurs)
Low Impact (Thurs)
This 45 minute Group Exercise class features exercises to help with balance, hand-eye coordination and total body strength. For information, please contact Charla Davis at cdavis@hickorync.gov or 828-324-1200. $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
12 events,
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Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Easy Tai Chi (Fri)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for all ages! 2 to 4 nets will be set up depending on the time slot!
Free Play Basketball (Fri) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Fri) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
9 events,
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Morning Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Free Play Basketball (Sat) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Sat) (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
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Swingin’ Under the Stars
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.