Programs
Botanical Art Drawing Class
January 19 - March 9
Thursdays | 1:00 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
Come join us and fall in love with botanical art. This class is entry level. No required skill.
Bring your own materials. It will be fun! $100 for 8 classes. Download the class flyer or register HERE.
Caregiver & Me Art Class
January 11 - February 1
Wednesdays | 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
Come join local artist, Violet Alexandre for this Caregiver and Me art class focused on creating mandalas.
This class is for kids ages 2-5. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. $60 for 4 weeks. Download the flyer or register HERE.
Comic Book Class for Kids
January 26 - March 30
Thursdays | 6 - 8 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
This 8-week class provides kids (ages 8-10) with an opportunity to conceptualize and create their own comic book from start to finish!
$175 for the series. Supplies included. Download the flyer or register HERE.
New Year, New You
January 9 - 30
Mondays | 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
This 4-class workshop series is for people who want to take action on an idea they have been thinking about for a while.
$50 for 4 classes. All proceeds go towards rec center programs. Download the flyer or register HERE.
Tai Chi
January 24 - March 28
Tuesdays | Times Vary
MARKWARD REC CENTER
Achieve a healthier mind, body, and spirit by practicing this Chinese martial art. This class must be purchased as a season class pass (10 classes). $75 per pass.
Register for Advanced Class (6 p.m.)
(Beginners class or experience required)
Register for Intermediate Class (6:45 p.m.)
Register for Beginners Class (7:30 p.m.)
Knitting Circle
Tuesdays | 1 - 2:30 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
In partnership with Friends of Schuylkill River Park, Markward Recreation Center and the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers, we encourage you to build friendships and perfect your craft at our knitting circle.
Bring your own supplies and come meet your knitting neighbors every week at the Markward Rec Center.
BINGO
Thursdays | 5:30 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER (in the rec center community room)
Thursday Night Bingo this summer! Fun and free, for the whole family! No registration or cost, just come down to the picnic tables by the tennis courts and grab a board. The lucky winners can choose a prize!
Lego League
Every other Monday | 6 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
Calling all lego fans! A brand new LEGO LEAGUE is launching this September over at Markward Rec!
Monday's 6-7PM beginning 9/12
Interested? Please fill out this form here.
Email markwardlegoleague@gmail.com with any questions.
Scholarships may be available.
Parents Meet Up
Fridays | 10:30 a.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER - Postponed until spring
Come meet other parents in the neighborhood and future friends for your little ones, every Friday at the Tot Lot (aka little kids playground).
The meetup is free to attend, and grandparents and all other caregivers are welcome.
Game Nights
Wednesdays | 5 - 7 p.m.
MARKWARD REC CENTER
Break up the long summer nights by trying your hand at Game Night! Choose from games provided by the Rec Center or BYOB (Bring Your Own Board)! Get to meet your neighbors and engage in some healthy competition. This is free and no registration needed. All ages are encouraged!