Therapeutic Recreation programs provide opportunities for persons with disabilities to enjoy activities through recreation, leisure and play. Our programs are designed to enhance the overall health and wellness of persons with special needs. TR programs allow participants to showcase their talents and abilities through various recreational opportunities.
Special events and day trips
Guys Night Out
Spend the evening with your friend attending different community events around Lexington!
Activities: TBA
Date: Sept. 9, Oct. 13, Nov. TBD, Dec. 18.
Location: Various
Ages: 18 and over
Cost: TBA depending on the activity
Hoedown Country Dance (NEW)
Join us for a fun night of dancing to country music and other genres. Put on your cowboy boots, wear your best Hoe Down outfit and join in the festivities. Boot scootin’ boogie!!! Must RSVP to attend.
Date: Saturday, Sept. 28
Location: Tates Creek Recreation Center, 1400 Gainesway Dr., 40517
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Ages: 13 and older
Cost: $15.00 or $7.50 with scholarship – Must be paid in advance
Keeneland Fall Meet
Spend the day with friends at the beautiful Keeneland Race Track. Limited to 20 participants.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 17
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Drop off and pick up at Dunbar Community Center, 545 N. Upper St.
Location: Keeneland Race Track | 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY 40510
Ages: 18 and over
Cost: TBA | Bring money for food, drinks, and misc.
Ladies Night Out
Spend the day with friends at the beautiful Keeneland Race Track.
Date: Oct. 24, Nov. TBD, Dec. 18
Location: Various
Ages: 15 and over
Cost: TBA depending on the activity
Halloween Costume Dance
Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and costume fun. Must RSVP and pay in advance to attend.
Date: Oct. 26
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Tates Creek Recreation Center, 1400 Gainesway Dr.
Ages: 13 and over
Cost: $15.00 or $7.50 with a scholarship
Fall Program Lunch Banquet (NEW TIME)
Fun-filled time to celebrate all that our participants have accomplished during the Fall programming. Come out to see who scored the most bowling strikes, who hit the most bullseyes in archery or who had perfect attendance at the fall programs
Date: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: Lunch: Noon – 1 p.m. | Awards: 1 – 1:45 p.m. | Performances: 1:45 p.m.
Location: Tates Creek Recreation Center, 1400 Gainesway Dr.
Ages: 4 and over
Cost: $15 for lunch. Payment due by Dec. 6.
Free Virtual/Zoom Programming
Must have an email address and access to Wi-Fi services to participate in this program
We are happy to continue to provide select programs through a virtual format using Microsoft Teams. Please watch for an email after you sign up for this program and add it to your calendar. On the days we meet, you will only have to click on the Team Meeting link in your calendar to join into the fun! Please make sure we have you current email address to send you the full calendar. Please Note: Days and times of the virtual programs are subject to change for in-person programming.
Puzzles and Brain Teasers
Join us as we work together to solve riddles, word puzzles, brainteasers and more.
Bingo
Bingo is a fun and interactive program featuring a different theme each week. Certificates provided to game winners.
Date: Refer to calendar
Time: Refer to calendar
Ages: 12 and over
Cost: Free