⚾🥎 Spring 2025 Baseball & Softball Sign-Ups Are Open!

Families, it’s time to register for Saint Stephens Optimist Spring sports!

Registration is open through February 28.
💳 Fees are due at the time of registration (credit/debit only).

Available Programs:

• Baseball: 8U, 10U, 12U – $90/player
• Softball: 8U, 10U, 12U – $90/player
• T-Ball (ages 3–6) – $50/player

🔗 Register online at:
www.ssoathletics.com
Facebook: SSO Athletics

Please note:
• Players must meet age requirements for each division.
• Parents provide practice/game pants, cleats, and glove.
• Game jersey and hat are provided.

📧 Questions? Email ssoathletics@gmail.com
📍 Saint Stephens Optimist, 3429 19th Ave NE, Hickory

🌸🏕️ Spring Break Camp – Register Now!
Looking for something fun for your child over Spring Break? A Spring Break Camp for ages 8–13 will be held at Highland Recreation Center from April 6–10, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM each day.
Camp includes:
✅ All meals
✅ A camp T-shirt
✅ Off-site field trips and activities
Participants will enjoy exciting outings such as:
🎮 Arcade games and laser tag at Bo’s
🤸 Indoor trampolines at FearLess Adventure Park
🎬 A movie and popcorn at Carolina Movie Theater
…and much more!
⚠️ Space is limited to 20 children, so register early!
For more information and to sign up, visit: hickory.recdesk.com
Don’t miss out on a week full of fun, adventure, and new friendships! 🌟


📚✨ Catawba Book Drive – March 2 through May 8
Catawba County Youth Council is collecting children’s books (K–8) to help make a positive impact in our community!
If you have gently used children’s books at home, consider donating them to support local students and promote literacy.
📍 Drop donations off at your elementary school office
🗓 Collection dates: March 2 – May 8
Let’s work together to put great books into the hands of kids across Catawba County! 💙📖

💙🧩 Autism Awareness Fun Walk

Join our community for a morning of support, awareness, and fun!

📅 Saturday, April 4
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📍 Bruce Meisner Park

✅ Register for FREE at www.runsignup.com
🎟 $10 donation to enter the raffle

Proceeds will help purchase sensory bags for Highland Recreation Center and benefit We Rock the Spectrum – Hickory.

Let’s walk together to raise awareness and show our support for individuals and families impacted by autism. 💙