Music in the Park
A monthly program (2nd Friday) for adults with disabilities to get musical outdoors at Belville Riverwalk Park! The group will spend time listening to the sounds of nature then singing and playing along to music with simple instruments with local musician, Bethany Borden. Activities include a walk/hike/stroll, listening to nature sounds, listening to music and playing/singing along, and musical discussions.
*Meetings will be cancelled 24 hours prior if weather is unsafe*
When: Second Friday of the month 3:00-5:00pm
Where: Belville Riverwalk Park *Meet in Parking Lot*
(580 River Rd SE, Belville, NC 28451)
What to bring: Water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, jacket/sweatshirt
(can bring personal instruments if you would like)
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty
*Sign up highly encouraged in order to receive communications about the program & to prepare amount of materials needed*
See further below for schedule and program agreements.
Saturday, May 9th
Smith Creek Park
Upcoming Sessions
Friday, Nov 13th
Friday, Dec 11th
Friday, Jan 8th
Tentative Schedule
This is the general flow of the program that may be adjusted to best fit the needs and interests of the group.
Participants do not need to stay for the entirety of the program or participate in every activity.
3:00-3:15pm: Participants Arrive
3:15-3:30pm: Introductions, Agreements, and Schedule Chat
3:30-3:45pm: Nature & Music Discussion
3:45-4:15pm: Nature Walk/Hike/Stroll
4:15-4:45pm: Listen to and sing/play along to music
4:45pm-5:00pm: Closing Chat
4:45-5:00pm: Say goodbye!
Program Agreements
The purpose of these agreements is to keep everyone SAFE.
We will go over these before each meeting and offer support for participants who need assistance.
Stay with the group
Stay on the trail
Ask before touching plants or creatures
Take a break before you are tired
Drink water before you are thirsty
Let someone know if you need anything
Be kind to fellow humans AND nature!
Cost for Music in the Park:
$5/session
*This cost includes participant AND their staff/caregiver*
*Payment can be made the day of in cash, Venmo (@landtosearectherapy),
or by credit card when you sign up*
*Sign up highly encouraged in order to receive communications about the program & to prepare amount of materials needed*
Contact me below if you have any questions, comments, or concerns about
Music in the Park!