John Dove "J.D." Pone Sr. Recreation Center at Gray's Creek

Open Fitness Room

Work up a sweat in our fitness room! There are no memberships required, but a waiver form must be on file at the center to participate.
18+, 13-17 yrs with a parent/guardian; Mon.-Fri.; 1-8:45 pm; Sat.; 9 am-4:45 pm; Free

Better Health Diabetic Clinic

Better Health of Cumberland County holds weekly Diabetic Screenings, Clinics, Management Plans and other services for diabetics.   
All ages; 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th Wed. of each month; 9:30 am-noon; Free

Thompson Cheer

The Thompson cheerleading class scheduled on Thursdays from 6-7:30 pm ensures a comprehensive and engaging experience for participants. It begins with name tags, a warm-up, and a cardio kick start to energize everyone. This is followed by an overview of cheer motions, focusing on precision and confidence, and a safety chat on stunting and tumbling led by Coach Thompson. The session wraps up with a self-care circle and connection time, leading into age-specific rotational groups where students practice stunting, tumbling, and cheerleading motions, all tailored to their skill levels.
5-14 yrs; Mon.; 6-7:30 pm; $40

Gray’s Creek Outreach Senior Club

The Grays Creek “Outreach” Senior Citizens Club is the place to be if you enjoy fellowship, fun, and laughter. Activities include informational speakers, games, arts and crafts, trips and covered dish lunches. Membership in the club gives access to city/county wide activities such as the Annual Christmas Banquet, the Fish Fry, and more. Come join today! 55+; 4th Tues. of each month; 10 am-noon; Free

Ultimate Game Night for Teens

Join us at JD Pone for the ultimate game night. Calling on Gray’s Creek teens for a night full of laughter, competition and FUN! You can bring your own games or play with ours.
All ages; 13-17 yrs; 3rd Fri. of each month; 6:30-8:30 pm; Free

Adult Beginner Fall Paint Class - Paint & Create with Sarah

Come out for a fun evening of creativity. Fall themed acrylic painting on canvas, this class will teach you step by step a beginner painting on 11 x 14 canvas. No experience necessary! Registration fee includes all supplies and instruction. A minimum of 10 registered people are needed for each class.
16+; Tues., Sept 16; 6:30pm; $35/class

Community Yard Sale

Ready to declutter that garage? Clean out those closets? Bring it out to the rec center and make a few bucks! Tables must be rented ahead of time – Please reserve your space no later than Oct. 3.  Event will be rain or shine – Out front weather permitting or in the gym if it rains.
All ages; Sat. Oct. 4; 8 am-1 pm; $10 per table 

Trunk-or-Treat

Goblins, and werewolves, and witches, oh my! Come out dressed in your best costume for some spooky fun to get you in the mood for Halloween! Inside we will have a kid-friendly scary movie, games, and a bake sale. Outside will be set up for Trunk-or-Treat.  Want to decorate your car and participate?  There will be a prize for the “best dressed” car to be voted on by all who attend! Let the rec center staff know that you want to participate no later than Friday, Oct. 14.
All ages; Fri. Oct. 24; 6:30-8:30 pm; Free

Family Christmas Paint Class – Paint and Create with Sarah

This after school Art and Craft class will be a whole lot of fun! Each week this class will teach a different Art/Craft using a variety of mediums and techniques.  Christmas themed acrylic painting on canvas. A minimum of 10 registered people are needed for each class.
6-12 yrs; Tues., Nov 18; 6 pm; $16

Adult Christmas Paint Class – Paint and Create with Sarah

Come out for a fun evening of creativity. This class will teach you step by step a beginner painting on 11 x 14 canvas. No experience necessary! Registration fee includes all supplies and instruction. Registration cutoff is 2 days prior to the class date. Christmas themed. A minimum of 10 registered people are needed for each class.
16+; Tues.; Dec. 9 and 18; 6 pm; $35

Winter Craft Fair

Still looking for that perfect gift? Come check out some of our local talent and you might find just what you never knew you needed! Interested in showing off your talents?  Rent a space in our gymnasium and let the community see what you can do! Free to attend. Deadline to rent a table is Dec. 5.
All ages; Sat. Dec. 13; 10 am-2 pm; $10 per table