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Greenville Rec Newsletter

Here are the latest announcements from the Greenville County Recreation District, headquartered in Taylors.

December 8 & 9: Christmas on Ice at the Pavilion - 6pm

Students from the Pavilion skating school will entertain you skating to tunes of Dolly Pardon, Trisha Yearwood, and more in their version of a Country Christmas. Bring a new unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots drive and receive free admission to the 8pm public skating session after the show. The show is free of charge.

December 9: Slater Hall Christmas Reception - 4pm

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The annual Slater Christmas Parade ends at historic Slater Hall Community Center for float judging and a reception hosted by the Slater Hall Citizen's Committee. This event continues a community tradition that dates back to the early 1900's when Slater Mill employees received holiday fruit baskets from the mill. All are invited.

December 11: George's Holiday Party at the Pavilion - 10:30am

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Preschoolers can munch on yummy snacks, create a holiday craft, hear a story, build a snowman on the ice rink, and weather permitting, ride George the Train during this fun packed morning. Register today online.  

December 21: Skate with Santa at the Pavilion

December is an exciting time at the Pavilion Recreation Complex's ice skating rink. Santa himself is dropping in on the public ice sessions on the Friday before Christmas to show off his skills and meet the local kids. The sessions are 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm.

Save and play at the Pavilion December 13th - December 24th with the Pavilion's 12 Days of Christmas coupons.  All you have to do is download and print the coupon calendar and bring it with you to the Pavilion.  There is a different way to save each day.

Click Here to Download Your Christmas Savings Coupon Calendar

Preschoolers can glide, slide, and ride on Friday mornings this winter from 9am-11am at the Pavilion's Snowfest. Wear your mittens and woolies for activities on the ice rink. There's also lots of jumping in the Bounce House and refreshments, all for just $10 per child. Reservations are not required.

Check online for the Pavilion holiday schedule. You'll find additional public skating sessions to give skaters more choices to visit the rink and enjoy this favorite holiday sport. Also, call us at 864-322-PLAY to learn about Broomball and Sneaker Hockey! This game is similar to ice hockey, but played on a rough ice surface while wearing rubber-soled shoes. Get a group together (25 person minimum) and reserve the ice for $7 per person per hour. 

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