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Find Parks and Recreation programs in city parks

Get general information about the Banneker Community Center

Find details and registration information for Excel Tae Kwon Do programs at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center

Find details and registration information for the Fall/Winter 2025 sessions of Hike and Seek, a preschool nature exploration program 

Find details and registration information for the Winter/Spring 2026 sessions of Hike and Seek, a preschool nature exploration program

Register for Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa for children with sensory needs

Programs for Preschoolers

Toy Time
Mon.-Fri. from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Aug. 4-Dec. 22
Jan. 5-May 22
Banneker Community Center

Join us on the third floor for drop-in playtime! Banneker provides a variety of toys for preschool-age children and seating for the grownups. Participation is free, and registration is not required. For ages 5 yrs. and younger with an adult. There are no classes when Banneker is closed.

Story Adventure Hour 
Mondays from 11 a.m.-noon
Aug. 4-Dec. 21
Jan. 5-May 22
Banneker Community Center

Storybooks come alive on the third floor with music, movement and making new friends! Participation is free, and registration is not required. For ages 5 yrs. and younger with an adult. There are no classes when Banneker is closed.

Pint Size Picassos
Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-noon
Aug. 5-Dec. 22
Jan. 5-May 22
Banneker Community Center

Children explore a world of colors and shapes through various art mediums and create works of art you'll want to hang on your fridge! Participation is free, and registration is not required. For ages 5 yrs. and younger with an adult. There are no classes when Banneker is closed.

Little Explorers
Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-noon
Aug. 6-Dec. 17
Jan. 5-May 22
Banneker Community Center

Dive into messy adventures as we embark on sensory exploration through a range of hands-on activities! Participation is free, and registration is not required. For ages 5 yrs. and younger with an adult. There are no classes when Banneker is closed.

Tiny Innovators
Thursdays from 11 a.m.-noon
Aug. 7-Dec. 18
Jan. 5-May 22
Banneker Community Center

Spark curiosity and creativity by exploring concepts of science, technology, engineering and math through experiments and activities. Participation is free, and registration is not required. For ages 5 yrs. and younger with an adult. There are no classes when Banneker is closed.

Physical Fridays
Fridays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Aug. 7-Dec. 19
Jan. 5-May 22
Banneker Community Center

Bring your little ones to the Banneker gym to get out the wiggles with plenty of space and toys to enjoy! There are floor scooters, soccer balls, basketballs, hula hoops, tumbling mats, and more. For ages 5 yrs. and younger with an adult. There are no classes when Banneker is closed.

Programs for School-Age Children

Community Zoo by You

Programs for Adults

Details and registration information for Rooted in Nature, a guided forest bathing experience.

Community Gardening Classes

Get general information about the Endwright East Active Living Community Center

Programs for All Ages

Winter Wonderland
Sa, Dec. 6 from 12-3 p.m. at the Banneker Community Center

Winter Wonderland sponsored by Youth Services Bureau of Monroe County
Winter Wonderland sponsored by Youth Services Bureau of Monroe County

Banneker and the Community & Family Resources Department present a celebration of the holiday season. Take a photo with Santa and participate in winter-themed games and activities.

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