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The City of Lynchburg Department of Parks and Recreation. Learn more at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com
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The department contributes to a healthy, active and educated community;providing stewardship and management of parklands, trails and civic facilities and creating opportunities for all people to participate in a rich variety of recreational activities. The City of Lynchburg Department of Parks and Recreation offers a variety of services and activities to residents and visitors. We maintain 17 parks, which offer organized and open areas for recreation, enjoying a picnic, fishing, canoeing and kayaking, and children’s play. Over 40 miles of our trails wind through Lynchburg and are suited for a variety of activities including walking, mountain biking, hiking, and running. Community residents also enjoy the use of nine recreation centers, which are utilized for planned group programs, birthdays, baby showers, community meetings, and their outdoor amenities.

11/13/2026

☕️ 🤍 🐝 Sip, sample, and discover your new favorite flavor combination in this cozy coffee experience featuring woman owned Guatemalan coffee from Lamp & Post and handcrafted syrups from Salty Bee Syrups. Participants will enjoy a flight of specialty coffee. Perfect for coffee lovers and curious beginners alike, this delicious workshop is a celebration of local flavor and creativity.

11/12/2026

In anticipation of the holiday season, Lynchburg Water Resources is reminding citizens how important it is to keep fats, oils, and grease from going down the sink drains and into their home plumbing and the City’s sewer system.

🦃 ♻️ ♥️ Help us Enjoy the Feast and Recycle the Grease by picking up a FREE grease collection kit at one of the following locations! ⬇️

💧 Lynchburg Water Resources (College Hill Water Treatment Plant at 525 Taylor St and/or Water Resources Recovery Facility at 2301 Concord Turnpike)

🚒 All Lynchburg Fire Department stations

🛝 All Lynchburg Parks & Recreation Neighborhood Centers including the Templeton Center

🧑‍🌾 The Lynchburg Community Market at 1219 Main St.

11/12/2026

Don't miss your shot to register for our girls and boys youth basketball league! 🏀 🚨 We are extending registration for until November 29th. Reminder, scholarships are available for our basketball league. Call us or visit in person at the Miller Center to learn more about financial assistance.

Boys’ Draft Dates & Times:
🏀 Ages 9-10
Monday, November 30th at 6PM
🏀 Ages 13-14
Monday, November 30th at 7PM
🏀 Ages 11-12
Wednesday, December 2nd at 6PM
🏀 Ages 15-18
Wednesday, December 2nd at 7PM

Girls’ Draft Dates & Times:
🏀 Ages 9-10
Thursday, December 3rd at 6PM
🏀 Ages 11-12
Thursday, December 3rd at 7PM
🏀 Ages 13-14
Thursday, December 3rd at 8PM

**All drafts occur at the Downtown Armory**

11/11/2026

❤️ 🇺🇸 This Veterans Day, we're proud to recognize some of the special people who make the Templeton Center such a wonderful place!

From longtime participants Mary Lee and Virginia Dunning, who enjoy our programs and trips, to John Hudson, who keeps his cards in play with Social Bridge and the Duplicate Bridge Club, each has made their mark on our Templeton Center community. We're also recognizing Paul, a longtime Yoga instructor who has helped others stay active and healthy, and Orion Templeton, whose generous donation of the building to the City made it possible for the Templeton Center to become a home for our senior community and the Lynchburg Duplicate Bridge Club.

We're grateful for the veterans and community members who have helped shape the Templeton Center into what it is today. Thank you for your service, your contributions and the lasting impact you've made! Stop by the Templeton Center through the month of November to check out our 'A Legacy Lives Here' display.

11/10/2026

Give back to your community by volunteering with Lynchburg Parks and Recreation! To get involved this holiday season, contact [email protected] or call (434)455-5865.

🎄 Handmade for the Holidays
- Nov. 13 | 5–7:30 p.m. | Armory: Help vendors and staff with event setup (15 volunteers).
- Nov. 14 | 7:30 a.m.–6:45 p.m. | Armory: Assist with parking, vendor needs, event support and cleanup (15 volunteers).
- Nov. 14 | 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Armoary: Photographer to capture photos of all 80+ vendors (1 volunteer).

🎻 Holiday Lunch with the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra
- Nov. 18 | 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. | Templeton Center: Help with setup, food preparation, decorating and cleanup while spending time with local seniors (1–2 volunteers).

💃 Holiday Dance Party
- Dec. 12 | 6–9 p.m. | Aviary: Assist with event setup, registration, food and cleanup. Setup begins at 11 a.m. (2–4 volunteers).

🐶 Happy Pawlidays & Family Portraits
- Dec. 12 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Miller Center: Help with event setup, photo activities and the craft station (2 volunteers).

🗞️ Current Events Discussion Group
- Second Thursday of each month | 10–11 a.m. | Templeton Center: Share and discuss current events with local seniors (1 volunteer).

11/09/2026

🎁 🧝 ♥️ Show your holiday spirit this year by helping the community through CVACL Elves for Elders. Donations will go to seniors in need in our community. Starting November 23rd, pick up a tag from our tree at the Templeton Center , or visit the CVACL website to make a donation for an elf to shop on your behalf. Gifts must be dropped off at the Templeton Center by December 3rd.

11/08/2026

🎄✨ 'Tis the season for HOLIDAY FUN! Lynchburg Parks and Recreation is bringing the festive fun with programs to get you in the holiday spirit! From festive crafts to holiday treats and music, there's something to make your season merry and bright.

Holiday Ornaments-Stained Glass Suncatcher 12/11
2026 Family & Friends Holiday Portraits 12/12
Holiday Line Dance Party 12/12
Happy Pawlidays 12/12
Holiday Centerpieces with Fresh Greens 12/16

Get registered with the link in the comments!

11/07/2026

🎁 🌲 ✨ 🎅 Handmade for the Holidays is NEXT WEEK! Come and join 80+ vendors for a day filled with the best handmade gifts around. This unique holiday market has a local gift to be bought for anyone and everyone!

We hope to see you, your friends, and families on November 14th at the City Armory from 8AM-4PM!

11/06/2026

🚧 🪵 Lynchburg Parks & Recreation will begin removing problematic log jams from Blackwater Creek on Monday, Nov. 9, to help reduce erosion and prevent further damage along the creek.

Work is scheduled from Monday, Nov. 9, through Friday, Nov. 20, weather permitting, along Creekside Trail between the upstream and downstream swing bridges.

During this time, residents and trail users should expect heavy machinery, large trucks entering and exiting through the Thomson Drive entrance, chainsaw crews and other workers in the area, and increased vehicle activity.

Visitors are encouraged to use caution, remain alert for work crews and equipment, and follow any posted signs or directions while work is underway. We appreciate the community’s patience as this maintenance is completed.

11/05/2026

Get ready for some fun experience and art related programs at the Templeton Center! Register for one of these creative programs with the link in the comments now! ⬇️

🎃 Acrylics w/ Anna-Kusama Pumpkins

🎶 Holiday Lunch with the Lynchburg Symphony

🎨 Watercolors w/ Purnell

Address

301 Grove St
Lynchburg, VA
24501

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.lynchburgparksandrec.com/

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