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Important Coronavirus (COVID–19) Facility & Program Updates
Facilities & Program Updates as of 09/21/2021:
Athletics: Sports taking place this Fall (Soccer, Flag Football, Youth Basketball) will return to the traditional ‘game format’. Please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Graham Civic Center: Please call (336) 570-6718 for rental information. For the safety and care of one another, a face-covering/mask is required for entry to the center. (updated 04-06-2022)
Graham Historical Museum: OPEN, please visit our website for hours. For the safety and care of one another, a face-covering/mask is required for entry to the museum. (updated 02/28/2022)
Graham Mebane Lake:
- Masks/face coverings are required inside the building.
- On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
- Space is limited in bank fishing areas and picnic areas.
- The restrooms are open for use. Restrooms will be disinfected twice a day during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Graham Recreation Center: OPEN, hours and programs have been modified. Please visit the center’s webpage for hours and to plan your visit. For the safety and care of one another, a face-covering/mask is required for entry to the center. (updated 04-06-2022)
Maple Street Center: Rental space is available for ongoing classes and meetings. For groups no larger than 10 to allow social distancing. For the safety and care of one another, a face-covering/mask is required for entry to the center. (updated 04-06-2022)
Open-Air Shelter Rentals: Reservations are recommended for the use of open-air shelters for scheduled events. First come, first served if there is not a reservation. Shelter reservations are accepted from April 1 – October 31. Reservations can be made online or at the Graham Recreation Center. Payment is due at the time of reservation.
Outdoor Basketball Courts: OPEN
Outdoor Volleyball Court: OPEN
Park Restrooms: OPEN
Playgrounds: OPEN
For more information, please call the Graham Recreation Center at (336) 570-6718 during operational hours. Facility and program updates will be posted on Facebook.
Previous Updates
Important Coronavirus (COVID–19) Facility & Program Previous Updates
Facilities & Program Updates as of 08/25/2021:
Athletics: Sports taking place this Fall (Soccer, Flag Football, Youth Basketball) will return to the traditional ‘game format’. Please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Graham Civic Center: Please call (336) 570-6718 for rental information.
Graham Historical Museum: OPEN, please visit our website for hours.
Graham Mebane Lake:
- Masks/face coverings are required inside the building.
- On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
- Space is limited in bank fishing areas and picnic areas.
- The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Graham Recreation Center: OPEN, hours and programs have been modified. Please visit the center’s webpage for hours and to plan your visit.
Maple Street Center: Rental space is available for ongoing classes and meetings. For groups no larger than 10 to allow social distancing.
Open-Air Shelter Rentals: Reservations are recommended for the use of open-air shelters for scheduled events. First come, first served if there is not a reservation. Shelter reservations are accepted from April 1 – October 31. Reservations can be made online or at the Graham Recreation Center. Payment is due at the time of reservation.
Outdoor Basketball Courts: OPEN
Outdoor Volleyball Court: OPEN
Park Restrooms: OPEN
Playgrounds: OPEN
For more information, please call the Graham Recreation Center at (336) 570-6718 during operational hours. Facility and program updates will be posted on Facebook.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 05/17/2021:
Athletics: Sports taking place this Fall (Soccer, Flag Football, Youth Basketball) will return to the traditional ‘game format’. Please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Childcare for Remote Learning & Summer Day Camp: Please visit our website for details or to register. Space is limited. When children cannot socially distance, masks are required for all participants while indoors and highly encouraged when outdoors and social distancing cannot be maintained.
Graham Civic Center: No rentals until further notice due to Summer Day Camp use, for the health and safety of the participants.
Graham Historical Museum: OPEN, please visit our website for hours. All visitors will be required to wear a mask while in the Museum.
Graham Mebane Lake:
- Masks/face coverings are required inside the building.
- On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
- Space is limited in bank fishing areas and picnic areas.
- The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Graham Recreation Center (including Gym & Weight & Fitness Room): CLOSED until further notice due to Childcare for Remote Learning and Summer Day Camp use, for the health and safety of the participants.
Maple Street Center: Rental space is available for ongoing classes and meetings. For groups no larger than 10 to allow social distancing.
Open-Air Shelter Rentals: Open-Air Shelters may be used on a first come, first served basis through May 31, 2021. Beginning June 1, 2021, reservations will be taken and are recommended for the use of the open-air shelters for scheduled events. First come, first served if there is not a reservation. Shelter reservations are accepted from April 1 – October 31. Reservations can be made online or at the Graham Recreation Center. Payment is due at the time of reservation.
Outdoor Basketball Courts: OPEN
Outdoor Volleyball Court: OPEN
Park Restrooms: OPEN
Playgrounds: OPEN, visitors to playgrounds are encouraged to wear face coverings over the nose and mouth, use hand sanitizer or wash hands before & after use, and maintain social distancing from people outside of their households. Use at your own risk.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 01/05/2021:
Athletics: We are utilizing a class format (instructional league) rather than traditional league play to allow us more flexibility in delivering a safe and effective program. Please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Childcare for Remote Learning: Please visit our website for details or to register. Space is limited. When children cannot socially distance, masks are required for all students.
Graham Historical Museum: OPEN, please visit our website for hours. All visitors will be required to wear a mask while in the Museum.
Graham Mebane Lake: • Masks/face coverings are required inside the building.
• On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
• Space is limited in bank fishing areas and picnic areas.
• The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
• The Tackle Loaner Program has been postponed until further notice.
• Open-Air Shelter Rentals has been cancelled until further notice.
Graham Recreation Center (including Gym & Weight & Fitness Room): CLOSED until further notice due to Childcare for Remote Learning use and for the health and safety of the participants
Open-Air Shelter Rentals: CANCELLED until further notice
Park Restrooms: OPEN
Playgrounds: OPEN, visitors to playgrounds are encouraged to wear face coverings over the nose and mouth, use hand sanitizer or wash hands before & after use, and maintain social distancing from people outside of their households. As of 11/29/2020, playgrounds will not be sprayed with disinfectant, “it is not an efficient use of supplies and is not proven to reduce risk of COVID-19 to the public” (source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Use at your own risk.
Outdoor Basketball Courts: OPEN
Outdoor Volleyball Court: Civic Center Court is OPEN
Facilities & Program Updates as of 10/02/2020:
Graham-Mebane Lake –
• On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
• Space is limited in fishing areas and picnic areas.
• The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
• All vessel rentals and the Tackle Loaner Program have been postponed until further notice.
Athletics – We will be utilizing a class format rather than traditional league play to allow us more flexibility in delivering a safe and effective program. Please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Childcare for Remote Learning – Please visit our website for details or to register. Space is limited. When children cannot socially distance, masks are required for all students.
Graham Historical Museum – OPEN, please visit our website for hours. All visitors will be required to wear a mask while in the Museum.
Graham Recreation Center (including Gym & Weight & Fitness Room) – CLOSED until further notice due to Childcare for Remote Learning use and for the health and safety of the participants
Open-Air Shelter Rentals – CANCELLED until further notice
Park Restrooms – OPEN, as of 11/29/2020, restrooms will only be cleaned and sanitized once a day
Playgrounds – OPEN, visitors to playgrounds are encouraged to wear face coverings over the nose and mouth, use hand sanitizer or wash hands before & after use, and maintain social distancing from people outside of their households. As of 11/29/2020, playgrounds will not be sprayed with disinfectant, “it is not an efficient use of supplies and is not proven to reduce risk of COVID-19 to the public” (source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Use at your own risk.
Outdoor Basketball Courts – OPEN
Outdoor Volleyball Court – Civic Center Court is OPEN
Pumpkin Bash – The Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash, a joint effort put on by the Graham Recreation and Parks & the Graham Police Department, has been cancelled for 2020 due to COVID-19. However, we still want our community to enjoy fall festivities and Halloween fun, so we have a few other opportunities for you. Learn more on our website.
Mass Gathering Limits for Phase 3: The limits on mass gatherings remain at 25 people indoors and 50 people outdoors.
Last Updated 11/11/2020 – Executive Order 176 extends Phase 3 until December 4 at 5:00pm. Indoor mass gathering numbers have been lowered from 25 to 10. The mass gathering limits that went down to 10 apply to indoor social gathering and not any business settings.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 09/02/2020:
Graham-Mebane Lake –
• On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
• Space is limited in fishing areas and picnic areas.
• The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
• All vessel rentals and the Tackle Loaner Program have been postponed until further notice.
Athletics – We will be utilizing a class format rather than traditional league play to allow us more flexibility in delivering a safe and effective program. Please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Childcare for Remote Learning – Please visit our website for details or to register. Space is limited. When children cannot socially distance, masks are required for all students.
Graham Historical Museum – CLOSED, planning for reopening soon
Graham Recreation Center (including Gym & Weight & Fitness Room) – CLOSED until further notice due to Childcare for Remote Learning use and for the health and safety of the participants
Movies in the Park – CANCELLED for 2020
Open-Air Shelter Rentals – CANCELLED until further notice.
Park Restrooms – OPEN
Playgrounds – will OPEN Friday, September 4 at 5:00pm. Visitors to playgrounds are encouraged to wear face coverings over the nose and mouth, use hand sanitizer or wash hands before & after use, and maintain social distancing from people outside of their households. Playgrounds will be disinfected once a day. Use at your own risk.
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED, are planned to OPEN following playgrounds (hoops and nets need to be installed)
Mass Gathering Limits for Phase 2.5: 25 for inside spaces and 50 for outside spaces
Facilities & Program Updates as of 08/26/2020:
Graham-Mebane Lake –
• On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
• Space is limited in fishing areas and picnic areas.
• The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
• All vessel rentals and the Tackle Loaner Program have been postponed until further notice.
Athletics – We will be utilizing a class format rather than traditional league play to allow us more flexibility in delivering a safe and effective program. Please visit Youth Athletics for details or to register.
Childcare for Remote Learning – Please visit our website for details or to register. Space is limited.
Park Restrooms – Restrooms are open from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Restrooms will be cleaned twice a day during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Open-Air Shelter Rentals – CANCELLED until further notice
Recreation Centers – CLOSED until further notice due to Childcare for Remote Learning use and for the health and safety of the participants.
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series – CANCELLED for 2020
Movies in the Park – CANCELLED for 2020
Movies in the Park – CANCELLED for 2020
Facilities & Program Updates as of 06/29/2020:
Graham-Mebane Lake –
• On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
• Space is limited in fishing areas and picnic areas.
• The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
• All vessel rentals and the Tackle Loaner Program have been postponed until further notice.
• Upcoming Lake Event Updates: Family Day at the Lake (06/06) has been cancelled & the Catfish Tournament (07/11) has been cancelled.
Athletics – Registration opens July 1st through early August for the fall season, please visit Youth Athletics for details.
Summer Day Camp – 05/29/2020 Updates
Tennis – Courts opened on 06/01/2020 (USTA’s Playing Tennis Safely)
Park Restrooms – Restrooms opened 06/08/2020 from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2-3 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Park Restrooms – Restrooms opened 06/08/2020 from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2-3 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Open-Air Shelter Rentals – CANCELLED through July 20 until further notice
Recreation Centers – CLOSED through August 14 due to Summer Day Camp use and for the health and safety of the participants.
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series July 23 concert with BOUNCE has been postponed to a later date TBD.
Musical Chairs Concert Series July 31 concert with Carri & The Good Watts has been cancelled for 2020.
Musical Chairs Concert Series July 31 concert with Carri & The Good Watts has been cancelled for 2020.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 06/12/2020:
Graham-Mebane Lake Updates –
• On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
• The restrooms are open for use. Doors are locked, ask lake staff for a key. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
• All vessel rentals and the Tackle Loaner Program have been postponed until further notice.
• Upcoming Lake Event Updates: Family Day at the Lake (06/06) has been postponed (date TBD) & the Catfish Tournament (06/13) has been cancelled.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 05/29/2020:
Summer Day Camp – 05/29/2020 Updates
Tennis – Courts will open on 06/01/2020 (USTA’s Playing Tennis Safely)
Park Restrooms – Restrooms will open 06/08/2020 from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Park Restrooms – Restrooms will open 06/08/2020 from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Restrooms will be cleaned every 2 hours during these times as a COVID-19 precaution. Use at your own risk.
Open-Air Shelter Rentals – CANCELLED through July 13
Recreation Centers – CLOSED through August 14 due to Summer Day Camp use and for the health and safety of the participants.
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Volleyball & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Facilities & Program Updates as of 05/11/2020:
The City of Graham’s top priority is the health and safety of our community. In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 the following measures are currently in place until further notice:
Parks – OPEN sunrise till sunset, excluding Graham Regional Park. Graham Regional Park will be closed until further notice due to the large area to close, including the youth challenge course, zip line, and playground features.
If you are planning to head out to a park, here are a few reminders on best practices for social distancing while visiting:
- Do not use parks or trails if you are exhibiting symptoms of sickness.
- Follow CDC’s guidance on personal hygiene prior to visiting parks or trails.
- While on walking tracks, please walk/run one-way, counterclockwise.
- Observe CDC’s minimum recommended physical distancing of 6′ from other persons at all times.
- Go by yourself or those you live with.
- Avoid crowded areas. If a space cannot be enjoyed safely, go home or discover a new park in your community.
Playgrounds – CLOSED
Tennis, Volleyball, & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Restrooms – CLOSED
Tennis, Volleyball, & Basketball Courts – CLOSED
Restrooms – CLOSED
Recreation Centers – CLOSED
Center & Open-Air Shelter Rentals – CANCELLED for the months of May & June. We will not be taking any new rentals for these months. Current rentals are being notified.
Graham-Mebane Lake Programs & Events – Catfish Tournament (05/16 & 06/13) and Youth Fishing Day (05/16) have been CANCELLED. Family Day at the Lake (06/06) has been POSTPONED at this time, date TBD.
- Lake Restrooms – CLOSED
- Vessel Rentals & Tackle Loaner Program – POSTPONED
- On piers and bank fishing areas, please do your part and stay 6 feet apart.
Graham Walks Program – still UNDERWAY (registration closed 05/08)
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series – The Holiday Band (05/28) & The Sand Band (06/25) concerts have been POSTPONED, dates TBD.
Slice of Summer (06/20) – CANCELLED for 2020
Spring Athletics – 05/12/2020 Updates
Summer Day Camp – 05/13/2020 Updates
Facilities & Program Updates as of 04/13/2020:
Due to the uncertainty of Summer Day Camp and dates of camp due to COVID-19, registration has been suspended until further notice.
Summer Day Camp is not cancelled at this time. If adjustments are made to the camp, families will be contacted to transfer weeks or for possible refunds.
Please check back as information develops.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 04/09/2020:
The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series May 28 Concert with The Holiday Band has been postponed to a later date TBD.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 04/01/2020:
The restrooms at the lake facility will be closed until further notice. Please plan your trip accordingly.
All vessel rentals and the Tackle Loaner Program have been postponed until further notice.
Upcoming events including the Catfish Tournament (05/16) and Youth Fishing Day (05/16) have been cancelled.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 03/27/2020:
All Graham Recreation athletic events remain indefinitely suspended while we combat COVID-19 locally and nationally. That being said, it is our earnest intent to resume all spring athletic programming – soccer, lacrosse, golf, baseball, softball, and t-ball – as soon as we are safely able to do so. Our current target date to resume activities is May 16th. Please understand that our target date may require extension as more safety recommendations are likely to materialize over the next several weeks.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 03/25/2020:
The Graham-Mebane Lake Bass Tournament scheduled for 03/28/2020 has been cancelled. Please call the lake office if you have any questions at (919) 563-6544.
All park bathrooms are closed effective immediately.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 03/23/2020, effective immediately:
All playgrounds, basketball courts, and tennis courts within our system are now closed until further notice to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Parks within our system will maintain normal operating hours: sunrise till sunset, excluding Graham Regional Park. Graham Regional Park will be closed until further notice due to the large area to close, including the youth challenge course, zip line, and playground features.
We encourage you to stay home at this time, however if you decide to visit a park, lets each do our part to use them in a way that respects each other and public health guidance. Park staff have increased their cleaning and disinfecting routines at all facilities during this time.
Here are a number of specific recommendations for advising the public to keep safe social distancing when in parks or on trails from the National Recreation and Park Association:
• Follow CDC’s guidance on personal hygiene prior to heading to trails — wash hands, carry hand sanitizer, do not use trails if you have symptoms, cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, etc.
• Observe at all times CDC’s minimum recommended social distancing of six feet from other people. Practice it and know what it looks like. Keep it as you walk, bike or hike.
• Bring water or drinks — public drinking fountains may be disabled and should not be used, even if operable.
• Bring a suitable trash bag. Leave no trash, take everything out to protect park workers.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 03/16/2020 at 3:30pm:
Graham Recreation Center will modify operational hours to Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 6:00pm, closed weekends. All ongoing programs have been cancelled until further notice. The facility will be open for administrative purposes only.
Maple Street Center & Civic Center programs have been cancelled until further notice.
Center & Open-Air Shelter rentals have been cancelled for the months of April & May. We will not be taking any new rentals for these months. Current rentals are being notified.
Graham Historical Museum will be closed until further notice.
Recreation Commission & Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board meetings have been cancelled.
The Cottontail Crawl scheduled for 04/09/2020 has been cancelled. If you have purchased tickets, you will be issued a full refund and we appreciate your understanding.
Facilities & Program Updates as of 03/13/2020 at 5:00pm:
The City of Graham’s top priority is the health and safety of our community. As of Friday, March 13 at 5:00pm, the City of Graham suspended all Recreation & Parks Department organized activities, including athletic practices, until further notice.