The DGA sees downtown Garner as an active hub of sports and recreation , the center of arts and culture for the community and home to a growing number of creative and tech entrepreneurs . The DGA leads the implementation of the Historic Downtown Garner Plan , developed in partnership with the Town of Garner and approved by the Town Council in 2010 . The plan is a market-based , community-led vision for the downtown area that includes a plan of action for implementation . The Town and DGA provide support and technical assistance to downtown businesses , conduct long-term planning for downtown redevelopment and organize and sponsor special events downtown . For more information , or to get involved with DGA , contact the downtown development manager at 919.773.4402 or visit downtowngarner . com .
The Garner Chamber of Commerce is also an important resource for local businesses and entrepreneurs . To learn more , call 919.772.6440 or visit garnerchamber . com .
PARKS , RECREATION AND CULTURAL RESOURCES The Town ’ s nationally accredited Parks , Recreation and Cultural Resources ( PRCR ) Department coordinates a wide variety of programs for all age groups . Cultural , artistic , social , recreational and athletic programs are offered throughout the year . A link to sign up for programs can be found online at garnernc . gov / departments / parks-recreation-andcultural-resources .
The department also works closely with other not-for-profit groups to support recreational and cultural arts activities . Call 919.773.4442 or visit garnernc . gov / departments / parksrecreation-and-cultural-resources for more information on any of the department ’ s programs , events , parks and facilities ( including rentals ) or for contact information for other recreational service providers .
Garner Parks , Recreation and Cultural Resources manages 12 parks totaling more than 475 acres . These parks feature open space , athletic courts and fields , picnic shelters , playgrounds , walking trails and more .
The department also operates indoor facilities where fun , affordable programming and events are held throughout the year . Several of our parks feature picnic shelters , athletic fields and / or indoor areas which may be reserved for a fee . Learn more about the amenities at garnernc . gov / departments / parksrecreation-andcultural-resources / parks-facilities .
The Town ’ s passive parkland includes White Deer Park ( 2400 Aversboro Road , ( 919 ) 661- 6982 ), which features a LEED Gold-certified Nature Center , and Lake Benson Park ( 921 Buffaloe Road , ( 919 ) 661-6982 ), location of the Garner Veterans Memorial .
The Town has two dog parks — at Garner Recreational Park ( 221 E . Garner Road ) and at Lake Benson Park ( 921 Buffaloe Road ).
The Lake Benson boathouse ( 975 Buffaloe Road , ( 919 ) 662-5703 ) is open weekends during warm-weather months and rents jon
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