Author: Leo Caplanides

5 Things to Know to Help your Garden Grow

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May 2, 2018 2:12 pm

Spring has definitely sprung here in Mecklenburg County! As the temperatures get warmer, trees, flowers and plants are blooming and illuminating our parks with magnificent colors (you REALLY should check out Romare Bearden and/or First Ward when you get a chance to see for yourself). But, we know that our parks aren’t the only place where gardens grow. The change from cold to warm may even have YOU inspired to spend time outside and work on your yard.

Let’s face it though, it’s not as simple as just digging a few holes and watering every now and then. There’s a lot that goes into making a garden thrive! Luckily, Park and Rec has a fantastic horticulture team that shed some light on how to help you discover your green thumb.

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Recreation

Come Sail with Us on Lake Norman!

Leo Caplanides

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April 11, 2018 1:56 pm

Year-round sailing programs offered for the entire family at Blythe Landing

Greenways? Check! Nature centers and preserves? Check! Parks? Check! Recreation and aquatic facilities? Check! Sailing? We have that too! Park and Recreation offers so many great ways for you to stay active, including an outstanding community sailing program located at Blythe Landing Park on Lake Norman, 15901 NC Highway 73 in Huntersville.

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Around Town

Your Guide to Getting a Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Card

Leo Caplanides

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April 5, 2018 2:35 pm

Your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is much more than a place to check out books. It’s one of America’s leading urban public libraries with a wealth of programs and digital content. And now, it’s easier than ever to join. Here’s what you need to know about getting a library card and what it offers.

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Recreation

6 Park and Rec Summer Camps You Must Know About

Leo Caplanides

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February 1, 2018 9:00 am

Although it’s the middle of winter, Park and Rec is already planning for those hot summer months. Yes, that means summer camps! From nature center camps to rec center camps, aquatics camps and so much more, Park and Rec is offering a variety of activities for children of various ages and interests. But since we know there are a lot to choose from, we’ve compiled a list of six camps your kids are sure to love.

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Recreation

Your One-Stop-Shop for All Things Park and Rec

Leo Caplanides

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January 19, 2018 1:20 pm

Between all of our parks, greenways, nature preserves, and recreation centers alone, there are an endless amount of opportunities to get out there and recreate (and then there’s our picnic shelters, aquatic centers…the list goes on and on). But we get it – finding these opportunities can be tough when there’s so much to look for.

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Around Town

One Competitive Cut

Leo Caplanides

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January 5, 2018 3:49 pm

If you happened to visit the Mecklenburg County Sportsplex at Matthews between October and November of 2017, you may have noticed some very intricate designs on the championship field.

No, this work was not done in preparation for a tournament, but instead, a very unique contest.

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Mecklenburg Decks the Halls

Leo Caplanides

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December 7, 2017 9:05 am

It’s the hap-happiest season of all! Everywhere you go in Mecklenburg County, you’re sure to see folks getting in the festive spirit. Chances are your neighbors have started to put up their Christmas trees, wreaths, and lights, but they’re not the only ones getting into the holiday season – our Park and Recreation department is, too!

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