Franklin County Parks and Recreation

09/02/2026

📁 EMERGENCY BINDER WORKSHOP 📁

Are your important documents and information organized and easy to find when you need them? Join us for an Emergency Binder Workshop and learn how to get important information organized and prepared for the unexpected.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Essig Recreation Center
💲 $10

📝 Registration required.

Take an important step toward being prepared and giving yourself and your loved ones peace of mind.

09/02/2026

💪 FITNESS EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION 💪

Ready to feel more confident using the fitness equipment at Essig Recreation Center? Join us for a Fitness Equipment Orientation and learn how to use the equipment safely and effectively!

📅 Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Essig Recreation Center
📞 Register by calling 540-483-9238

Whether you're new to fitness equipment or just want a refresher, this orientation is a great way to get started!

Registration is required.

09/01/2026

Girls Volleyball opportunity for 6th-9th grade girls coming this winter. Registration is open! www.playfranklincounty.com

09/01/2026

I know you are thinking of Friday night lights 🏈, bonfires 🔥and everything Pumpkin Spice ☕️, but TODAY is the first day of WINTER SPORTS REGISTRATION! Register online today for Basketball, Cheer and Wrestling. While you are there checking out our team sports, see all the other athletic opportunities we have for the Winter!

09/01/2026

🎭🚌 MILL MOUNTAIN THEATER TRIP — OKLAHOMA! 🚌🎭

Join us for a fun day trip to Mill Mountain Theatre to see the classic musical OKLAHOMA! 🎶

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
📍 Mill Mountain Theatre
👥 Ages 60+
💲 $60

🎟️ First come, first served!

Grab your seat and enjoy a great afternoon of live theater with friends. Don't wait — space is limited!

09/01/2026

🎬🍿 FRIDAY MOVIE MATINEE! 🍿🎬

Join us for an afternoon at the movies with your friends at Essig Recreation Center!

📅 Friday, September 11
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Essig Recreation Center
👥 Ages 50+

🎥 Featuring: The Sheep Detectives 🐑🔍

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! Popcorn and soda will be provided. 🍿🥤

Bring a friend and make it a fun Friday afternoon at Essig!

09/01/2026

Join BICP certified MTB coach Melissa Talley, as she guides you through some of the best singletrack at Waid Park. You’ll learn which direction has the best flow, test out several skill building zones, and have an opportunity to connect with other women. This intermediate level ride will be a no-drop opportunity to better familiarize yourself with the great network of trails at Waid Park.
Please contact Parks & Recreation with questions at 540-483-9293.
Register online at PlayFranklinCounty.com or in person at the Essig Recreation Center.
$7.00
Registration Deadline Thursday, September 10, 2026

08/31/2026

Elementary Volleyball registration is open. Spaces are limited, sign up today! www.playfranklincounty.com

08/31/2026

Registration is now open for Franklin County MTB Club. Club begins in 2 weeks. It fills up quickly so register today.

Are you interested in helping coach or volunteer? Please contact us at 540-483-9293.

Program registration link: https://www.playfranklincounty.com/310/Franklin-County-Mountain-Bike-Club

08/31/2026