Norris Community Center

Norris Community Center
The Norris Community Center, which opened in March 2004, has an auditorium with stage, two meeting rooms, conference room, game room, art gallery, and an amphitheater. The center offers many cultural and recreation classes including, watercolor class, open painting class, adult dance, acting, and languages. During holidays there are a variety of camp programs and special performances for families.

Community Center Hours
Norris Center Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday - Noon to 4:00 pm
Sunday - Closed
*Extended hours during performances

Art Gallery

The Norris Center Art Gallery is free and open to the public, showcasing local artists. There is a new exhibit each month to enjoy. Many artists also host an opening reception to meet and greet the public and share stories of their inspirations for their beautiful works.

Art Classes

Watercolor Class Beginner (Adults)

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Lisa Wagner
When: Tuesdays February - March
Time: 9:30am to 12:00pm
Fee: $20 per class. Save 10% if you register for the whole month in advance. Students must purchase their own supplies.

Watercolor Intermediate (Adults)

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Linda Cummings
When: Wednesdays November, January - March
Time: 9:30am to 12:00pm
Fee: $20 per class. Save 10% if you register for the whole month in advance. Students must purchase their own supplies.

Watercolor Advanced (Adults)

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Linda Cummings
When: Thursdays November, January - March
Time: 9:30am to 12:00pm
Fee: $20 per class. Save 10% if you register for the whole month in advance. Students must purchase their own supplies.

Beginner Italian (Adults)

Text book: ARRIVEDERCI 1! for English speakers. Federica Colombo, Cinzia Faraci, Pierpaolo De Luca. Edizioni Edilingua

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Alessandra Castoldi
When: Wednesdays
Dates: January 14 - February 18, February 25 - April 1, April 8 - May 13
Time: 9:30am - 11am
Fee: $120/session

Intermediate Italian (Adults)

Text book: ARRIVEDERCI 2! for English speakers. Federica Colombo, Cinzia Faraci, Pierpaolo De Luca. Edizioni Edilingua

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Alessandra Castoldi
When: Wednesdays
Dates: January 14 - February 18, February 25 - April 1, April 8 - May 13
Time: 11:15am - 12:45pm
Fee: $120/session

Advanced Intermediate Italian/Reading & Conversation (Adults)

Text book: IO NON HO PAURA di Niccolò Ammaniti

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Alessandra Castoldi
When: Thursdays
Dates: January 15 - February 19, February 26 - April 2, April 9 - May 14
Time: 9:30am - 11am
Fee: $120/session

Italian Conversation

Text book: Il treno dei bambini di Viola Ardone

Location: Norris Center
Instructor: Alessandra Castoldi
When: Thursdays
Dates: January 15 - February 19, February 26 - April 2, April 9 - May 14
Time: 11:15am-12:45pm
Fee: $120/session

*Register here or in person at the Norris Center for programs and activities.

At the present we have Ambassadors serving the Naples Preserve, The Norris Center, River Park Community Center and the City Manager's office. They work as greeters, guides, ushers, tutors, event assistants, park rangers and reception. The work of the Ambassadors is worthwhile, fun and educational. Bring your interests and your experiences to the City of Naples Ambassador program. Ambassadors bring a broad range of skills to the program. However, orientation and training is provided as needed.
Volunteer Application

The Parks & Recreation Online is a comprehensive informational site with facility information, program listings and online registration. You may view facility rental availability and information; however rentals must be completed in person at one of the City's Community Centers.

Reserve the Norris Center or Cambier Park
To reserve the Norris Center or Cambier Park facilities, please fill out the rental form.

Park Supervisor
aboccaccio [at] naplesgov.com (Alec Boccaccio)

Park Manager
dmichel [at] naplesgov.com (David Michel)

YOGA

Location: Norris Center Instructor: Nicole Hills

This class aims to improve physical health, mental wellbeing and spiritual connection.

When: Wednesdays, January - March Time: 9:30am Fee: $20/class