Ribbon cutting set for community center at Mable C. Smith Park

Published on July 08, 2025

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation (FCPR) is set to host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly, constructed Deep Creek Community Center at Mable C. Smith Park located at 1367 Shadbush Lane on July 11 at 10 a.m. 

The 2,872-square-foot facility features restrooms, a multi-purpose room, a full kitchen and a storage space for tables and chairs. It will be available for community events and for residents to rent. Residents can rent the building by contacting FCPR at 910-433-1547. 

The building is anticipated to be available for rent and events by Aug. 1.  

“The Deep Creek Community Center is an extraordinary addition to Mable C. Smith Park and we’re looking forward to cutting the ribbon for the community center,” City Manager Douglas Hewett said.  “The City Council worked through multiple challenges on this particular project because they know this is a place where people will come together, connect and feel a real sense of community.”   

Through the 2016 voter-approved parks and recreation bond and a North Carolina Office of State Budget and Management grant, the city allocated $2,385,320 towards the improvements and upgrades at Mable C. Smith Park. These improvements included the new community building, splash pad, upgraded playground, paved walking trails and landscaping.  

Attendees are encouraged to carpool, as parking is limited and a large turnout is anticipated. 

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