Youth & Teen Programs

Davis Center at Maides Park

Afterschool Program

Program, full for the full academic term, includes homework assistance, arts/crafts, sports activities, healthy snacks and more.  

Transportation pick up from Rachel Freeman Elementary School and College Park Elementary School.

Please call or email to be added to waitlist.

Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade  

Cost: $30/month  (Fee assistance is available)

Times: Monday - Friday (2:30 - 5:30 p.m.)

Location: Davis Center at Maides Park,1101 Manly Ave.

Afterschool Handbook(PDF, 536KB)Fee Assistance Application(PDF, 176KB)

Registration is now OPEN for Year-Round Students! Traditional School students may register on August 1, 2024.  

 In-Person Registration only. Please call 910-341-7867 or visit 1101 Manly Ave.

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Kids Night Out at Maides Park!

Please join us for Kids Night Out at Maides Park! This program will feature an evening full of fun, games, and laughter at the Davis Center! Parents: Drop your children off for a fantastic night... and we'll even feed 'em! This is the perfect opportunity for kids to make new friends, enjoy a variety of fun-filled activities, and parents get a chance to enjoy a well-deserved evening off! Dates to be announced for FALL 2024!
Ages: 5-12
Cost: $5/participant
Location: 1101 Manly Avenue, Wilmington
Pre-registration is required here.

MLK Center at Robert Strange Park

Afterschool Program

Program, for the full academic term, includes homework assistance, arts/crafts, sports activities, healthy snacks and more.  

Transportation pick up from Forest Hills Elementary School and International School at Gregory.

Please call or email to be added to waitlist.

Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade  

Cost: $30/month (Fee assistance is available)

Times: Monday - Friday (2:30 - 5:30 p.m.)

Location: MLK Community Center, 401 S. 8th St. Wilmington

Registration will OPEN on August 1, 2024.

In-Person Registration only. Please call 910-341-7866 or visit 401. S 8th Street

 

 

Mentorship Program for Girls (Girls in Real-Life Situations)

Program for adolescent girls (ages 12 - 17) that strives to integrate leadership, service, and education components. This program includes: Education, health and social topics; Guest Speakers; Field Trips

Program operates on Monday evenings from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the MLK Center. 

Dates: 

  • September 9, 2024
  • September 23, 2024 
  • October 14, 2024
  • October 28, 2024
  • November 25, 2024
  • December 9, 2024 

Please register in person at the MLK Center or online!  

Movie Night!

With the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, sometimes it’s hard to find time to plan a family fun night. Wilmington Parks and Recreation staff fully understand this - and we’ve got you covered. Join us every first Friday of the month for our hand-picked movie night! This event is at no cost to the attendees and will take place from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. which is perfect for a school night. We also encourage you to guess the movies with your group based on our mystery descriptions/hints!

Dates 

  • September 6, 2024 - CANCELED
  • October 4, 2024
  • November 1, 2024
  • December 6, 2024

Registration available online! 

 

Register here

How to Register
  • Browse all program/camp options and decide which camp(s) work best for your family
  • Be sure to look for other program/camp options in case your first choice is full.
Helpful Tips & Tricks
  • Select all programs/camps before you click "Add to Cart". This allows you to answer all registration questions at one time. 
  • For password reset, please call us at 910-341-7855 or email Fiona Costello or Isaiah Lubben. 

Contact

Davis Center at Maides Park

Yoshabet Martinez
Recreation Supervisor 
 910.341.0056
Email

 

MLK Center at Robert Strange Park

Mary Jones
Recreation Supervisor
910.341.7866
Email

 

Cultural Programs

Andrea Talley
Cultural Programs Specialist
910.254.0907
Email

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