Franklin Therapeutics Activities
All programs listed below take place at the Franklin Recreation Complex. For questions, please contact Jayne McFadden at 615-790-5719 ext. 2033 or jayne.mcfadden@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Therapeutics Open Swim
This swim time is for patrons with developmental disabilities and/or intellectual disabilities and their families/caregivers. Therapeutics Open Swim is offered every Saturday from 1pm-2pm at the Franklin Recreation Complex indoor pool. The cost is $2/person or patrons can scan their WCPR pass. This swim time is drop-in, no registration is required. Please note: Lap swimming is also allowed during this time.
Summer Therapeutics Splash Pad Nights
Please join us for two Therapeutics splash pad nights at the Franklin Rec Center! Participants of all ages and their families/support staff are welcome to enjoy the splash pad. Please note: For both dates, the splash pad will only be open to Therapeutics participants and their families/support staff; however, the outdoor will still be open to the general public. General admission fees apply or patrons can scan their WCPR pass.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Thursday June 22 (Registration Code 27878)
Thursday, July 27 (Registration Code 27879)
Swim, Pizza, and Movie
Meet us at the Franklin Rec Center and enjoy an afternoon with friends! Participants will swim first (please remember a towel and change of clothes) followed by a pizza lunch and a movie on the big screen. This program meets from 11am-2pm and is for young adult and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
This program will resume in the fall.
Bingo
Please join us for a delicious dinner and bring a friend to our monthly Bingo night! Enjoy dinner and a festive atmosphere...add an hour of exciting Bingo and you have a fun-filled evening! Dinner, drinks, dessert, and prizes are provided. This program meets from 5:30pm-7:30pm and is for teens and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Friendsday Wednesday
Wednesday should always be Friendsday! Come hang out with us as we create a fun craft or project and make a yummy snack to enjoy to together. The theme for each month will change. This program meets from 10:30am-12pm and is for young adults and up. Registration required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Wednesday, August 23: End of Summer Party (Registration Code 27859)
Culinary Creations
Come enjoy cooking with friends! Participants will have an opportunity to cook a variety of different foods that are tasty and easy to make at home. This class meets from 10:30am-12pm and is for young adults and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Wednesday, August 16: Personal Pizzas (Registration Code 27796)
Meal Prep 101
During this new class, participants will get to make a meal for two to take home and eat or freeze for another day. Participants will also get to try the finished meal that the instructor prepares. This class meets from 10:30am-12pm and is for young adults and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Thursday, August 24: Tater Tot Casserole (Registration Code 27800)
Strange Science & Sensory
In this class, participants will participate and interact in strange science experiments and also enjoy a variety of sensory activities. This program meets from 1pm-2:30pm and is for young adults and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Monday, August 28 (Registration Code 27799)
Open Crafts Studio
Open Craft Studio will offer several craft options for participants to choose from, and all projects will be able to be taken home at the end of the program. This program meets on various days/times and is for teens and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Monday, August 14 (Registration Code 27797)
Open Paint Studio
Open Paint Studio will offer all the supplies needed to complete a painting of your choice. Canvases and paint supplies (water colors, acrylics, and oil paints) will be provided. Open Paint Studio meets on various days/times and is for teens and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
This program will resume in the fall.
Friday Crafternoon
In this fun craft class, participants will start and finish a craft project to take home at the end of class. Friday Crafternoon meets from 1pm-2:30pm and is for young adults and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Friday, May 19 (Registration Code 26538)
Therapeutics Food Art
Therapeutics Food Art is a class where participants create a dessert, centerpiece, or appetizer that is creative with food. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support).
Friday, August 11: Watermelon Fruit Bowl (Registration Code 27801)
Recreation Night
This teens and older program offers different activities each month, such as dinner and movie, socials, karaoke night, and dances. Dinner is also included with this activity. This program meets from 5:30pm-7:30pm and is for teens and up. Registration is required.
PALS Program: People at Leisure with Support (A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support)
Thursday, August 31: Dinner & A Movie (Registration Code 27910)
Fitness Fun
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Registration Code 27795)
