The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department hosts a number of events this November, beginning on Monday, November 2, with the arrival of the department’s Santa Mail program.
Here are some other November programming highlights:
Santa Mail
Monday, November 2, through Monday, November 30 | Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St.; Lewis Recreation Center, 3110 Forest Lawn Dr.; Griffin Recreation Center, 5301 Hilltop Rd. | Free
Children are invited to write letters to Santa, and Old Saint Nick will write back before taking his big trip on Christmas Eve.
Geocaching 101
Wednesday, November 4 | All ages | Downtown Greenway, Woven Works Park, 401 Cumberland St. | 5-6 pm | Free
Come learn a new hobby that is fun for all ages and a great way to get outdoors: Geocaching. The Parks and Recreation Department will teach you the basics of this modern-day treasure hunt activity and show you how to find caches locally and around the world.
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Tik Talk Girls Talk
Saturday, November 7 | Ages 12-17 | Peeler Recreation Center, 1300 Sykes Ave. | 11 am to 12:30 pm | Free
This series empowers girls ages 12 to 17 through discussions, creative activities, and confidence-building experiences in a supportive environment.
Women’s 3v3 Basketball League
Registration Monday, November 9, through Friday, December 18; gameplay January-February, 2027 | Ages 18+ | Greensboro Sportsplex, 2400 Sixteenth St. | $75
The adult basketball program offers league play for individuals ages 18+. Teams will have the opportunity to compete in a fun, organized, and safe environment. Register at https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/adultbasketball.
Santa’s Workshop Toy Drive
Monday, November 9, through Friday, December 4 | Various dropoff locations
The Greensboro Youth Council is collecting new and like new toys to provide to families for the holiday during its annual Santa’s Workshop Toy Drive. Monetary donations are also accepted to purchase toys. Find your nearest donation location at http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/santasworkshop.
All Girls Sports Expo: Basketball
Friday, November 13 | Ages 8-15 | Greensboro Sportsplex, 2400 Sixteenth St. | 6-8 pm | Free
Girls ages 8-15 of all skill levels are invited to learn and improve their basketball skills in a fun, supportive environment. Participants will practice basketball fundamentals, build confidence, develop teamwork skills, and make new friends while enjoying the game. Register at https://tinyurl.com/SportsExpoGirls26.
Senior Prom
Saturday, November 14 | Seniors | Craft Recreation Center, 3911 Yanceyville St. | 2-5 pm | Free
Celebrate an unforgettable evening at the Black & Gold Senior Prom. Enjoy music, laughter, a photo booth, card tables, bingo prizes and great company. Dress to impress in your finest black and gold attire and make lasting memories with friends old and new.
Fall Festival
Saturday, November 21 | All ages | Griffin Recreation Center, 5301 Hilltop Rd. | Noon to 3 pm | Free
Griffin Recreation Center is celebrating autumn with free food, games and music that the whole family can enjoy. There will also be raffle prizes.
