Franklin Township, North Carolina, a suburb of Winston-Salem, is home to many young professionals who enjoy the laid-back suburban life, with big-city excitement not too far away. The early college schools here are some of the best in the region. Residents enjoy the outdoors here more than most, and it is reflected in many parks in the area. Ellis Park is 26 acres of indoor and outdoor fun. Enjoy a day of horseshoes, tennis, disc golf, bocce ball, and much more. There is an event center with a horse-riding arena. The Old Ellis Schoolhouse has been converted into a ceramic workshop and a game room. Also, having a home in the park is the Therapeutic Recreation Program, which helps those with disabilities learn recreational skills they can use daily. Over 700 seniors take part in the Senior Games & Silver Arts. Here seniors use a holistic approach to stay fit in mind, body, and spirit.

For some indoor fun, test your bowling skills at Woodleaf Lanes. Starting at three years old, pee wee programs are available. The Chief White Eagle program for 8-11-year-olds has three bowlers per team, and money is donated to a scholarship fund for each player. There are plenty of leagues and tournaments for adults. Bowling birthday parties are a big hit, and daily packages guarantee fun. If knocking down the pins is up your alley, you can click here to get some league information.

Take your chances hitting the little white ball down the fairway at The Revival at the Crescent. The 18-hole, par 72 Championship course has hosted Amateur Championship qualifiers. You’ll need to bring your A-game because there are 31 sand traps and water hazards on nine holes. The natural beauty here is also the perfect setting for weddings, social gatherings, and corporate events. Break par, and you may want to become a member.

For beauty of another kind, pay a visit to the Rail Walk Studios & Gallery. The cooperative art gallery is staged in a renovated 1800s warehouse. During the week, artists come together and inspire one another to create amazing art pieces. The gallery is open to the public on Saturdays from 10 am-2 pm. Visitors can watch the artists at work, discuss the art, and purchase their favorite pieces.

The area also has the best-performing arts at the Lee Street Theatre. The theatre was created in 2008 to bring alternative forms of performance art to the region and succeeded mightily. Some styles to grace the stage are one-act plays, variety shows, dance, original plays, and improvisational comedy. Open auditions are scheduled, and volunteers are welcome to usher, bartend, and greet. Individual performance and season tickets are available.

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