Zebulon Fall/Winter 2022

Fall & Winter 2022

Zebulon Parks & Recreation
Department Guide

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Zebulon Parks & Recreation Department Guide

Visit our website frequently for additional programs and information.

EVENTS

Gill Street Community Cookout & Coat Drive
Coat Collection: Monday, August 29 - Friday, September 23
Date: Coat Distribution & Cookout - Thursday, September 29
Age: All Ages
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Gill Street Park
We are collecting coats for all ages and sizes. We are accepting new or gently used coats
that are still in good condition. Coats can be dropped off at the Community Center and Zebulon
Town Hall. Come enjoy music, games and food. We will have a community cookout at Gill
Street Park from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM while we distribute the coats.

Rock the Block: Downtown Concert Series
Date: Friday, October 14
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: West Horton Street
Spend the evening listening to The Holiday Band, enjoying tasty food truck treats and local
beer & wine vendors, while socializing with your neighbors on the block of West Horton Street.

Halloween Movie Night - Featuring Monsters University
Date: Friday, October 28
Time: Doors Open at 6:00 PM, Movie Starts at 7:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Join us for a family friendly Halloween movie night featuring Monsters University. Dress in
your favorite costume and enjoy FREE Popcorn and Halloween sweet treats. Bring your own
comfy chair, cozy blanket and take-out dinner of your choice to enjoy during the movie.

Veterans Day Celebration
Date: Wednesday, November 9
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Town Hall
RSVP Required By: Friday, October 28
RSVP Options: Register online, call (919) 823-0432 or
email Amy Hayden at [email protected]
The Town of Zebulon and the Zebulon Rotary Club wishes to express gratitude to our Veterans.
We invite you to join us for a ceremony on the front lawn of the Zebulon Town Hall. A grab and
go breakfast will be provided.

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Candy Cane Lane & Downtown Tree Lighting Festival
Date: Saturday, November 19
Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Zebulon (Arendell Avenue between Vance and Sycamore Street)
Celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Zebulon. Spend the evening strolling Arendell
Avenue visiting downtown businesses, participating in Christmas activities, enjoying live
performances, and celebrating with community members. Activities will include Visits with
Santa, Free Holiday Crafts, Letters To Santa, Games, Hot Chocolate, Food Trucks And So Much
More!

Santa Letters Monday, November 28 - Friday, December 9
Date:
Cost: FREE
Location: Santa’s Mailbox - Zebulon Community Center
301 S. Arendell Avenue Zebulon, NC 27597
Drop off your letters to Santa Clause from November 28 - December 9. Leave your letters in the
Christmas Mailbox outside of the Zebulon Community Center. Remember to include your return
address (please print neatly) so Santa can write back! Return letters will be mailed before
Christmas.

Winter Market & Outdoor Movie Night
Date: Saturday, December 3
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Municipal Complex
Get into the holiday spirit while watching the Polar Express on the front lawn of Town Hall; be
sure to bring your lawn chairs or cozy blankets! Local Artisan Market Vendors will be set up
in the paved, side parking lot and ready to assist with all of your holiday shopping! Between
shopping at the market and watching a classic holiday movie, be sure to grab dinner from the
food trucks on site! Vendors will be open the entirety of the event; the Polar Express will begin
showing at 6 PM!

Zebulon Toy Drive
Drop off Dates: Friday, November 21 – Friday, December 16
Drop off Locations: Walmart of Zebulon – 841 E Gannon Ave, Zebulon, NC 27597
Zebulon Community Center – 301 S. Arendell Ave, Zebulon, NC, 27597
Zebulon Police Department – 1001 N. Arendell Ave, Zebulon, NC, 27975
We need your help in serving the local youth of the Zebulon Community. You are invited to
participate in the Zebulon Toy Drive. We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys to a drop-off
location. We cannot accept any guns, knives, or weapons. Toys will be donated to local youth
in Zebulon. Please bring new, unwrapped toy to a drop off location.

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FITNESS

All fitness classes take place at the Zebulon Community Center. Memberships options
available for select fitness classes. Fitness classes are for ages 18 & up. Please visit our
website for registration and more information.
All fitness classes take place at the Zebulon Community Center. Membership options are
available for select daytime fitness classes. Fitness classes are for ages 18 & up. Please visit
our website for registration and more information.
Get Fit Day Pass – Get 7 Daytime Fitness classes. This pass does not include nighttime 6-week
sessions. Residents $25, Non-Residents $30

Adult Walking Monday – Mon: 7AM – 11AM FREE
Friday Tues–Fri: 7AM–11AM/12PM–2PM

Fitness Room Monday – Mon-Thurs: 7AM-7PM Resident: $10
Monthly Friday Fridays: 7 AM – 2 PM Non-Resident: $15
Membership

Chair Yoga Mondays 9 AM – 10 AM FREE
Aug 22-Sept 26

Pilates Mondays 10 AM – 11 AM $5.00 Per Class

Line Dancing Tuesdays 10 AM – 11 AM $5.00 Per Class
(Daytime)

Inga-Cise Wednesdays 10 AM – 11 AM $5.00 Per Class

Fabulous Fitness Thursdays 10 AM – 11 AM $5.00 Per Class

Line Dancing-EVENING
Fall Session: Wednesdays, September 14 - October 19 (6-week session)
Winter Session: Wednesday, October 26 - December 7
(6-week session-NO CLASS November 23)
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Cost Per 6 Week Session: $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 9 & October 21
Instructor: Inga Beck
Line Dancing is a cardio dance class taught by long time instructor Inga Beck. Crank up the
music and let’s go line dancing. Get a great workout while dancing to your favorite country,
beach, dance and rock n-roll hits.

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Hatha Yoga-EVENING
Dates: Mondays, October 24 - November 28
Age: 18 & Up
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 19
Instructor: Amy Skaggs
Hatha Yoga combines postures with
conscious breathing while developing
flexibility, balance, endurance,
strength and mental clarity.

NATURE PROGRAMS

Nature Explorers Preschool Program
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Date & Theme: September 30 - Beautiful Butterflies
October 7 - Lives of Dragonflies
October 14 - Sing like a Bird
October 21 - Spectacular Spiders (Costumes welcome!)
Age: 3-5
Time: 10:00 AM –10:45 AM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Park - Picnic Shelter
Join us for a nature story and hands on activity for preschoolers. Children must be accompanied
by an adult. In the event of rain, the program will be moved into the community center.

Nature Walks & Bird Watching - NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Date & Theme: November 1 & 29 - Nature Walks
November 8 & 15 - Bird Watching
Age: 18 & Up
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center - Picnic Shelter
Nature Walks: Take a leisurely stroll in Zebulon Community Park,
learning about the flora and fauna that call the park home.
Bird Watching: A fun activity you can do anywhere.
Come learn the basics of getting started; binoculars will be provided.

Nature Walk: Scavenger Hunt - NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Date: Saturday, October 1
Age: All Ages Are Welcome! (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center - Picnic Shelter
Take a short, guided nature walk, and have fun searching for items on a nature scavenger hunt!

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Bird Watching Basics - NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Date: Saturday, November 5
Age: All Ages Are Welcome! (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center - Picnic Shelter
Birdwatching is a fun activity you can do anywhere. Come learn the basics of getting started,
binoculars will be provided.

YOUTH ATHLETIC LEAGUES

Youth Basketball
League Dates: Early Nov. - Late Feb.
Ages: 5-8 COED (Age Groups 5-6 & 7-8)
9-17 Boys (Age Groups 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 & 15-17)
9-15 Girls (Age Groups 9-10, 11-12 & 13-15)
Ages Determined as of: January 1, 2023
Cost: $45 Resident/$65 Non-Resident
Location: Multiple Gyms in the area
(Schedules will note specific locations)
Registration Period: September 1 – September 30, or until full
Over a range of ages, all players will learn the fundamentals of basketball while encouraging
fun and growth as part of a team. We offer modified goal sizes for the younger age groups and
regulation basketball for the older divisions.

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PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
Bingo
Pumpkin Party Bingo: Monday, October 10
Jingle Bell Bingo: Monday, December 12
Age: All Ages Welcome (Children must be accompanied by an adult)
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Join us for BINGO! We will be holding a free BINGO event at the Zebulon Community Center. All
ages are welcome to join, children must have an adult present. All supplies will be provided, and
prizes will be awarded to the winners.

American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Course
Date: Saturday, October 1
Age: 13 & Up
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: Residents $70/Non-Residents $75
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 23
The purpose of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize
and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. On successful
completion of the course, you will receive an American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
certification, which is valid for 2 years.

Tennis & Pickleball Lessons
Every class will have instruction, drilling, conditioning, and fun! We hope
you come out and meet your neighbors, get a great workout, and fall in love
with tennis and Pickleball! Beginner lessons are designed to introduce new
players to the game of Tennis and Pickleball and help them reach the level
where they can compete. Intermediate lessons will teach experienced
players how further develop their skills.

Fall Tennis & Pickleball at Whitley Park - Dates: 10 Week Season
Tennis & Pickleball: Wed. & Sat., August 27th - November 5th (Skipping Sep 3rd)

Skill Level Cost Cost
Program Age Beginner (B) 1 Practice 2 Practices Times Times
Intermediate (I) Per Week Per Week

Tennis 8 & Under B/I $85 $160 Wed 5 – 6 PM Sat 11AM - 12PM

Tennis 14 & Under B/I $85 $160 Wed 6 – 7 PM Sat 10AM - 11PM

Tennis Adults B/I $85 $160 Wed 7 – 8 PM Sat 9 - 10AM

Pickleball Adults B $85 $160 Sat 12 – 1 PM

Pickleball Adults I $85 Sat 1 – 2 PM

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Karate Every Tuesday and Thursday
Date:
Ages: Open to all ages
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Residents: $20 One Night Per Week Per Month/
$40 Two Nights-Per Week Per Month
Non-Residents: $25 One Night Per Week Per Month/
$50 Two Nights-Per Week Per Month
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration: On-going Registration
Description: Instructor Charles Mann is a 9th Degree Black Belt. Charles has been the instructor
for this traditional Okinawan Karate for over 30 years and has taught Karate for the Parks &
Recreation Department for over 25 years! This class is open to all age groups and all skill levels.

Family Open Gym
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Cost: FREE
Ages: Families and Children
Registration: Pre-Registration Required
Enjoy some gym time as a family. Family Open Gym time has been designated to give families
time together to use our facility space and equipment. Spend time playing games, exercising,
and interacting with other families in the community. Children must be accompanied by a parent
or guardian.

Social Knitting & Crocheting
Dates: Every Friday (No class Nov 11, 25 & Dec 23)
Age: All Ages
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: On-going
Bring your latest project, exchange ideas & learn new stitches from your fellow knitters &
crocheters during this 2-hour meet-up group with those that share a “common thread” with you.
This is not an instructional class, however, there may be other knitters or crocheters who can
help guide you if you’d like to learn how to knit or crochet. Loom knitters are also welcome. All
ages are welcome; ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult and ages 16-17 must
have a registration form completed by a parent/guardian in order to participate. Supplies not
included.

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Beginner Sewing Classes
Date & Theme: Friday, November 4 - Jean Tote Bags (Class 1)
Saturday, November 5 - Festive Gnomes (Class 2)
Age: 12 & Up
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $15 Per Class
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 31st
In these classes, we will learn how to use a sewing machine by making a fashionable Jean
Tote Bag and/or a Festive Gnome! We’ll learn how to thread the machine and bobbin, stitch and
backstitch. These are great classes for beginners. These projects make a very cute gift for a
friend or for yourself!

The Lounge - Check it out!
Take a load off in our cozy Lounge. Enjoy a cup of coffee, put together a puzzle, play a board
game or watch a little TV in our Lounge. The Lounge is open during normal operating hours and
open for patrons to enjoy. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

SPECIALIZED RECREATION

Special Pops: Movie Night & Pajama Party
Date: Friday, November 4
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center
This free event will offer exceptional children and their families the opportunity to enjoy Imagine
That in a safe and accepting environment. To help ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone,
the viewing area will include extra lighting, and the movie’s volume will be slightly lower. The
event’s theme is “fun without repercussions,” so audience members will be encouraged to
get up and dance, walk, shout or sing. Kids are also invited to wear their pajamas, so they’ll be
ready for bed after movie night is over. There is no cost to participate, but a parent or caretaker
must accompany each child. There will be a food truck on site and popcorn will be available for
everyone! Attendees are invited to bring their own favorite snacks, blankets or chairs.

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

Preschool Enrichment Program - F.A.C.E.S. (Family and Child Enrichment Services)
Dates: Every Wednesday, October 26 – December 7 (No Class November 23)
Ages: Birth to Five (Not yet in kindergarten)
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Cost: Free (Participants must be a Wake County Resident & meet grant
income requirements to participate. See RecDesk for details.)
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 21
This program is designed for children birth to five and their parent or caregiver. Children will
be introduced to kindergarten readiness skills while enjoying music and movement, story time,
crafts and more. Come join us for fun morning of learning.

SuperTots Athletic Preschool Programs
Skyhawks Sports Academy will be leading the following Sports Clinics:
HoopsterTots: Focuses on dribbling, shot technique, passing and teamwork.
BaseballTots: Focuses on baseball basics, such as throwing, catching, hitting and running control.

Supertots Date Age Time Resident Non-Resident Registration
Cost Cost Deadline

Basketball Sept. 15-Oct. 6 2-3 4:00-4:45 PM $50 $70 Sept. 15

Basketball Sept. 15-Oct. 6 4-5 5:00-5:45 PM $50 $70 Sept. 15

Baseball Oct. 13-Nov. 3 2-3 4:00-4:45 PM $50 $70 Oct. 10

Baseball Oct. 13-Nov. 3 4-5 5:00-5:45 PM $50 $70 Oct. 10

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YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS

Open Gym Basketball for Teens
Date: Every Wednesday
Age: 13 – 17
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Spend the afternoon shooting hoops with friends! Play some games, learn new skills, and
work on your technique! Pre-registration is required.

Pumpkin Painting Party for Teens
Date: Thursday, October 27
Age: 13 – 17
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: Residents FREE / Non-Residents $15
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 21
Halloween is right around the corner, and ZPRD wants to make sure your decorations are
ready! This program will give teens a chance to decorate their own pumpkin with friends.
Participants will then be able to take their pumpkin home for their families and neighbors
to enjoy. Pumpkins and all decorating materials will be supplied. Whether you make your
pumpkin spooky or cute, you’ll be able to show your creativity with this free-hand, festive fall
program!

Teen Silent Disco Party
Date: Thursday, December 8
Age: 13 – 17
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: Residents FREE / Non-Residents $15
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, December 6
There’s no better way to get into the Holiday spirit other than a Holiday Themed Silent Disco
Party! Wear your best ugly sweater to be entered in our Ugly Sweater Contest, a prize will
be given for the best sweater! Come hungry and ready for fun! We will serve pizza, play
games, jam to some awesome music during the silent disco, all while meeting new friends and
connecting with others in the community. Never been to a silent disco? Each guest is given a
pair of wireless headphones to hear the music, it is transmitted directly to your ears via radio
frequency. Those without the headphones hear no music, giving the effect of a room full of
people dancing to nothing.

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Elf Recruitment Art Class
Dates: Saturday, December 10
Time: 9 AM -12 PM
Cost: $25 per participant, $15 for additional sibling ($40 for 2)
Class Max: 10 participants
Ages: Kindergarten - 12 years old
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, December 7
Calling all elves! It’s time to get to work at Santa’s workshop. Kids will make 4 to 5 handmade
gifts/art projects and wrap them up as surprises for loved ones (while parents get a little time
to shop). Each project will be different and will include things like canvas, wood, building,
painting, and designing.

ADULT & SENIOR PROGRAMS

Adult Art Classes
Age: 16 & Up Location: Zebulon Community Center

Class Type Theme Date Time Cost Registration
Painting Deadline
Fall on the Farm Tues. Sept. 20 6:30 PM $25 Resident $30
Wreath Making 10 AM Non-Resident Mon. Sept. 19
Painting Fall Colors Fri. Sept 30 6:30 PM $15 Per Person
Pumpkins Tues. Oct. 25 $25 Resident Wed. Sept. 21
Painting 6:30PM $30 Non-Resident Mon. Oct. 24
Galore Tues. Nov. 15 $25 Resident
Wreath Making 10AM $30 Non-Resident Mon. Nov. 14
Tis the Season $15 Per Person
Wed. Nov. 23
Christmas Fri. Dec 2

Adult & Senior Socials - Check Out THE LOUNGE!
Date & Theme: Tuesday, October 4 - Pumpkin Painting & Pastries
Tuesday, November 1 - Doughnuts & Dominoes
Tuesday, December 6 - Ornaments & Oreos
Age: 18 & Up
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Join us in the Lounge for another senior social! Enjoy a tasty treat and socialize while painting
a pumpkin, learning to play Dominoes, or making an oyster shell Christmas ornament. These
are floating events; participants can stop by anytime between 10 AM and 12 PM.

Nighttime Pickleball Play
Date: Thursdays, September 1 – November
Ages: 18 & up
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Zebulon Community Center
Cost: FREE
Registration: On-going
Join us at the Zebulon Community Center for some pick-up games of Pickleball every
Thursdays from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. This program is FREE, but we do ask that all participants fill
out a Program Registration Form. Pickleball is played on a badminton-sized court with a plastic
ball and paddle. The game is easy to learn and can be played as singles or doubles.

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PARKS & FACILITES

The Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department offers six public parks and a Community Center
for recreation enthusiasts in the Zebulon area.
Zebulon Community Park - 401 S. Arendell Ave.
The Zebulon Community Park is the largest park in Zebulon consisting of 47.5 acres full of two
athletic fields, walking trails, two outdoor basketball courts, an 18-hole disc golf course, two
playgrounds and a picnic shelter.
Zebulon Elementary School Park - 1002 Dogwood Dr.
The Zebulon Elementary School Park is tucked behind the Zebulon Library and Eastern Regional
Center and is filled with two baseball fields, a soccer field, volleyball net, a picnic shelter and an
open playfield.
Wakelon Elementary School Park - 8921 Pippin Rd.
Wakelon Elementary School Park, located off Pippin Road, is ideal for anyone looking for an open
space rental. This park consists of two multipurpose fields along with a picnic shelter.
Gill Street Park - 600 N. Privette St.
Gill Street Park is quaint park located between Privette and Gill Street that includes two
playgrounds and an outdoor basketball court.
Whitley Park - 601 N. Wakefield St.
Whitley Park is a lovely shaded park fit for the more relaxing and picnic admirers. Whitley Park
holds two playground areas, picnic shelter, and tennis courts.
Little River Park - 1800 W. Gannon Ave.
Little River Park is one of the oldest parks in Zebulon. Known for its natural flowing river, Little
River Park is for all nature lovers who enjoy fishing, playing on the white sandy beaches or
meditating to the gentle sounds of water rolling through.
Zebulon Community Center - 301 S. Arendell Ave.
What used to be the old Zebulon Armory, the Zebulon Community Center has transformed into
a vibrant and fun-filled community building. The Zebulon Community Center is our most active
facility with numerous programs and activities taking place throughout the day with an open gym
area, two fitness rooms, two activity rooms, an art room, and a classroom that are available for
rent for birthday parties, meetings, or banquets.
Beaverdam Creek Greenway
Beaverdam Creek Greenway connects Taryn Meadows to Weaver’s Pond and is just under 1
mile. This project was 100% grant funded (John Rex Endowment, CAMPO, Wake County, and
PARTF) and includes amenities along the route such as bike repair, fitness equipment, swings,
and an overlook. Public access points can be found on Spiderlily Court, Ginger Lake Court, and at
Pippin Road near the Hendricks Pond.

Zebulon Parks & Recreation offers a variety of Picnic Shelters, Athletic Fields, and event
space for rent. To learn more about reserving the spaces, visit our website.

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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Community Center Operating Hours 7am-7pm
Monday - Thursday:
Friday: 7am-2pm
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED

See Facebook and the Town website for additional programs.
Register online for programs and events by visiting our website

or visiting the Zebulon Community Center.
Town Website: www.townofzebulon.org
Registration or information regarding programs: www.zebulon.recdesk.com
Parks & Recreation Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/zebulonparksandrecreation
Parks & Recreation Instagram Page: www.instagram.com/zebparksrec

Contact Us

Director: Sheila Long
(919) 823-1814
[email protected]

Recreation Manager: Amy Hayden
(919) 823-1868
[email protected]

Parks & Athletic Manager: Nick Rummage
(919) 823-1815
[email protected]

Facility & Athletic Rentals: Hannah Hayworth
(919) 823-1817
[email protected]

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Town of Zebulon
Zebulon Municipal Complex
1003 N. Arendell Ave.
Zebulon, NC 27597

The Mission of the Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department
is to connect all people and the community
through parks, facilities and programs.

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