849 Sharpe Road
Burlington, NC 27217
P: (336) 222-5138

The Bigelow Center caters to a variety of activities for the entire community. From family reunions to children's programs, one is sure to find something of interest. The North Park Library offers a wide variety of opportunities for visitors. From storytelling, computer and internet access to a great selection of books.

Facility Information
The Mayco Bigelow Community Center is 14,500 square feet of fun for everyone. It is equipped with a softball field, outdoor basketball courts, 1/4 mile walking track, two open air shelters with picnic tables, one 40x80 shelter with central air/heat, a full kitchen and handicapped restroom. There is also a pool with a full bathhouse, kiddie pool and two playground units. The 7,056 square foot gymnasium has fiberglass backboards with breakaway rims. Seating capacity is 470 for those special church events or large family reunions. Children can spend their time in the library reading a good book or even have fun in the game room playing their favorite video game, pool, air hockey, or just watching a program on the 56" big screen TV.

North Park In Motion
North Park In Motion began with a grant funded by North Carolina Wellness & Trust Fund and Fit Community. The center received $54,000 to develop active living through biking, walking and dancing. The grant ended 2010, but the department continues to offer programs for the community as a result of the grant. The center is starting new dance classes that are free to dancers of all ages and all levels of experience.

There is a Leadership Board that meets every 1st Thursday of the month at 6pm at the Mayco Bigelow Community Center. If you are interested in organizing and leading your community, you are invited to attend. Please call (336) 222-5138 or stop by the center and talk with Center Director, William Gattis, for registration information.

NORTH PARK IN MOTION…………BE A PART OF IT!

 

Game Room
The 1,008 square foot game room is stocked with a pool table, air hockey, Pump it Up (FX) DDR, and action soccer.  Watch your favorite program on our 56” big screen TV.  All games are coin operated.  Join us on Thursdays when we open up all the games and they are free.  Something we call Terrific Thursdays.  Check out all the local school’s mascots on the walls.  A great place to hang out and have fun.  Call for our birthday packages, a great place to have your next birthday party.

Summer Camp Field Trips to Experience North Park In Motion
Camp Directors, call today to sign your camp up for a visit!

• Available: Monday - Friday
• Times: 2 hours • 9am-11am or 1pm-3pm
• Ages: 3-14
• Cost: $1 per child
• Location: Mayco Bigelow Community Center
• Contact: Vanessa Stone • (336) 222-5138

Includes:

• 2 hours of excitement!
• Large Gym to play basketball or other fun organized games
• Experience the new Dance Studio
• Kids can play Pump it Up (FX) DDR or other fun games in the Game Room
• Pool tables, foosball tables, air hockey & arcade games will be open to play (all games are $.50 each)

Center Hours

Fall Season
Monday - Thursday	10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday	10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Summer Season
Monday - Thursday	6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday	Closed
Saturday	10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Fees
Daily Gym Fee

• City Residents: $1
• Non-Residents: $2

Annual Gym Membership (must be age 18 or older)

• City Residents: $25
• Non-Residents: $50

Weekly Events

North Park in Motion – Inspiring Artistic Motivation in Movement Dance Company
Jazz: Tuesdays & Thursdays*
Tap: Wednesdays
Ages: 3 – High School Seniors
Registration Fee: $10 per participant, must be paid to participate
North Park In Motion presents 4 week session dance classes to the community.  A Showcase will be presented at the end of each session.  Maximum: 20 participants in each dance group. Space is limited, first come first served.  For more information, please call (336) 222-5138.  You must complete a registration form and turn it in at Mayco Bigelow Community Center to secure your spot.*Based on class size, session may change to once a week.  NPIM Dance Class Registration Form

Senior Adult Bingo
Tuesdays
9am
Everyone is asked to bring two prizes. For more information, call (336) 222-5138.

Farm Fresh at the Park
Thursdays
3:30pm – 6:30pm or until supplies last
Mayco Bigelow Community Center
North Park in Motion is connecting our community to produce by featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables from “Woods Harvest” in Pleasant Grove.  Rain or shine.  For more information, please call (336) 222-5138.

North Park Library
A branch of the Alamance County Public Libraries
P: (336) 226-7185

Hours

• September - May
• Monday - Thursday, 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm
• June - August
• Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Amenities

• Books and Materials
• Videos and DVDs
• Three public PCs with internet access
• One computer that can be configured to Spanish
• Employment list of County and State jobs
• Newspapers, magazines, and copies

North Park
North Park offers a variety of recreational opportunities from softball, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, two playgrounds, and an enclosed shelter for rentals. Call the Bigelow Center for information on rental facilities for events such as family reunions, gospel concerts and more at (336) 222-5138.

Sertoma Building
The Sertoma Building is a wonderful enclosed shelter with heating and air conditioning, is available for rentals throughout the year. With two playgrounds nearby, the Sertoma shelter site nestled beneath the shade of the trees of North Park. The shelter serves as an excellent location for family gatherings and can accommodate up to 100 people with a full kitchen.  To schedule your next family picnic or reunion, please call the Bigelow Center at 222-5138. Rental Fees are listed below.

• City Residents: $130 plus $100 Facility Deposit
• Non Residents: $260 plus $100 Facility Deposit
• All rentals require signed contract and payment.
• Attendance determines Supervisory Staff needed.
• After inspection, if the building is clean, Facility Deposit will be returned.

 
Rentals
Multi-Purpose Room

• City Residents: $100 plus $100 Facility Deposit
• Non-Residents: $200 plus $100 Facility Deposit

Gymnasium

• Type A - local athletics, non-profit, civic, religious
  • City Resident: $40 plus $20 Supervisory Fee Per Hour, $100 Facility Deposit, $25 Late Fee
  • Non-Resident: $80 plus $20 Supervisory Fee Per Hour, $100 Facility Deposit, $25 Late Fee
• Type B - non-profit commercial, where admission is charged, tickets, or merchandise is sold
  • City Resident: $210 plus $20 Supervisory Fee Per Hour, $100 Facility Deposit, $25 Late Fee
  • Non-Resident: $420 plus $20 Supervisory Fee per Hour, $100 Facility Deposit, $25 Late Fee
• Type C - commercial program by individual or organization for private gain
  • City Resident: $370 plus $20 Supervisory Fee Per Hour, $100 Facility Deposit, $25 Late Fee
  • Non-Resident: $740 plus $20 Supervisory Fee Per Hour, $100 Facility Deposit, $25 Late Fee