Economic Development & Marketing Director – Chris McGahee
Community Development & Engineering Director – Margie Pozin
Chief Judge & Court Administrator – Charles Lewis Barrett, III
Chief of Police – Jaquelyn Carruth
Public Works Director – Audrey Turner
Parks & Recreation Director – Kathy Marelle
OUR OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED FOR THESE UPCOMING HOLIDAYS
November 28 – Thanksgiving
November 29 – Day after Thanksgiving
December 24 – Christmas Eve
December 25 – Christmas Day
January 1 – New Years Day
January 20 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
FROM THE MAYOR
What did the bald man say when he got a comb for Christmas? I will never part with it!
I personally love this time of year. Even though the days get shorter, there is a reason to celebrate every month from October to January. Not only celebrating, but also decorating. These holidays are reasons people get together with family and friends and focus on fellowship. It is a social time of year. I personally like to walk my dogs at night to see the homes decorated – I never seem to tire of seeing how people choose to express themselves through decorating their homes and yards. It is also a time to reflect on the past and coming years.
The vision for Duluth is to be a health community. This term has different meanings to people, but there are plenty of overlaps. We are thankful to have a diverse and loving community that live peacefully together in a thriving City. Duluth has a great school system, expanding medical services, safe neighborhoods, connectivity for walking & biking, a growing economy, and our own unique personality that continues to attract people to our City. We do know that there is hardship within our community as well, but we are blessed to have strong nonprofits and religious organizations that are working to lift our citizens that are in need.
I encourage you to tell us what a healthy community means to you. Please take the time to fill out our Community Satisfaction survey that asks a few questions aimed at helping us determine areas we can improve.
As we close out 2024 and jump into a quickly approaching 2025, we send you love and best wishes of joy and prosperity. I encourage you to watch our social media and email blasts for opportunities to visit with your Mayor and Council and let’s talk about a healthy Duluth.
Thank you,
QUIET ZONE... WHAT IS A AND WHAT IS IT NOT?
A “quiet zone” also called a “reduced whistle zone” is a series of at-grade railroad crossings in close proximity (within a half mile along the track) where trains will not sound their horns/whistles as they come through.
Per federal law, train horns must be sounded in a standardized pattern of two long, one short, and one long as a train approaches an at-grade crossing. Under most circumstances, horns must sound for at least 15 seconds and a maximum of 20 seconds and must continue until the lead locomotive occupies the grade crossing. These horns sound at a decibel level of 96 – 110 dB.
To give you a sense of comparison, the average leaf blower is about 70 dB at 50 feet away (louder up close). And a Boeing 747 is 120-140 dB (from the outside) at takeoff. So, a train horn is somewhere in between. Anyone who lives or works in downtown Duluth would have said it’s closer to the Boeing!
Over the past decade, many of you have witnessed the growth and redevelopment of our downtown. The City’s goal of having 2500 residential units of varying size and type within a half mile walk of downtown is within reach. This will create a more sustainable environment for our citizens. Knowing so many people would be sleeping within earshot of the rail line, it became necessary to seek a quiet zone.
After many years of planning, design, and coordination with Norfolk Southern and the Federal RR Administration, the City was finally successful in establishing a quiet zone. It formally took effect on August 27th at 12:01pm. And while this means you will not hear the train horn most of the time, there are circumstances under which the train engineer will continue to sound the horn.
If a train is stopped on a siding track waiting for another train to pass, the passing train will sound its horn as it approaches a crossing from behind the stopped train. This will alert anyone sitting at the crossing to the presence of the oncoming train (just in case it is not visible from their vantage point).
If anyone is walking on or near the track (which, by the way, is trespassing, and very much illegal, as well as very dangerous), the engineer will sound the horn to alert them to get out of the way.
If anything is stuck on the track or there is an emergency, the train engineer will sound the horn.
In addition, each crossing was outfitted with additional safety measures. All three affected crossings (Davenport Rd., SR 120, and Brock Rd.) have bells, signage, pavement marking, flashing lights, and gates. Brock Road now has four-quadrant gates to keep drivers from going around the gates when they don’t hear a train coming and they are decidedly impatient. Both SR 120 and Davenport Rd. have raised medians on each side of the crossing, accomplishing the same end as the four-quad gates.
Look for the pedestrian “Z-gates” at the new Davenport Rd. crossing. In the general shape of the letter “Z”, the gate forces the pedestrian to look down both directions of the track before entering the crossing. As we know, trains come from both directions at any time of day.
So what is a quiet zone? It’s a qualityof-life improvement for the folks living and working in close proximity to the crossings. What is it not? It is not silent all the time. In an emergency, or if safety is potentially at risk, the train will sound its horn. You, as the driver or pedestrian need to be aware all the time at every grade crossing, whether in Duluth or not, and whether part of a quiet zone or not. In the battle between cars and trains (or people and trains), the train will always win. And that is a huge loss all around.
REMEMBER – DO NOT STOP OR STAND ON THE TRACKS.
If you are stopped on the track when a train approaches, please note the gates (if present) are breakaway. Simply pull forward (or backward if necessary) and move off of the crossing. If you cannot move your vehicle, get out of it and get far away from the collision. A train is a very heavy vehicle, and even in the best of circumstances, can take upwards of a mile or more to stop (depending on speed, number and weight of train cars).
TRAIN FANATIC?
Lastly, if you are a train horn fanatic, you can get your fill at the Southeastern Railway Museum, just up the road on Buford Highway near Pleasant Hill Road. That crossing is not part of the quiet zone so trains will continue to sound their horns as they pass through. And, it’s a really neat place to visit.
Safe travels!
DULUTH
2024 PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS ARE DUE IN FULL BY DECEMBER 16, 2024.
Tax bills were mailed directly to homeowners on September 3rd. If you have an escrow account through your mortgage lender, contact them to ensure payment is scheduled.
Current amounts due can be found online at www.duluthga.net/payonline by using only the parcel number OR last name to look up your account. Cash or check payments are accepted during regular City Hall business hours, Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. A night payment drop box is also located on the Main Street side of City Hall at 3167 Main Street for your convenience. Online payments by debit or credit card are also available via the above link (convenience fees apply to all online transactions).
If you are a new property owner and did not receive a City of Duluth 2024 tax notice, email taxes@duluthga.net or call 770.476.3434.
SCAN HERE
For an overview on the importance of Property Taxes and the services they pay for.
WE NEED YOU!
Boards, Authorities and Commissions
Are you interested in the Duluth of tomorrow? The time is right to get personally involved. The City of Duluth will have openings on boards and commissions that direct future progress. Help to promote strategic planning, development, revitalization and recreation within the City. Visit duluthga.net/boardsandcommissions to submit an application. Board and commission members serve four-year terms. Applicants will be interviewed for further recommendation to Council appointments at the March 2024 council meeting.
PROPERTY TAXES
PROPERTY TAXES
BUSINESS FORMS
LICENSE
PROPERTY TAXES
QUESTIONS
Exciting Changes
QUESTIONS
BUSINESS FORMS
OCCUPATIONAL TAX RENEWAL SEASON!
ARE ON THE WAY FOR THE 2025 (BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWAL)
PROPERTY TAXES
PROPERTY TAXES
PROPERTY TAXES
BUSINESS FORMS
PROPERTY TAXES
This fall, the City of Duluth is changing software for occupational taxes to provide an online portal environment that is simpler to use and requires fewer steps to renew. Look for an in-depth explanation of the changes which will be emailed to business owners and posted on the website in mid-November.
Sign up to receive text alerts when new information becomes available by texting DULUTHBUSINESS to 91896.
The renewal season runs from January to April of each year. Notices of renewal will still be mailed via USPS for the 2025 season but will transition to email notifications beyond that.
PLEASE HELP US WELCOME NEW OCCUPATIONAL TAX OFFICER
Melissa Hales
Melissa started her career in Duluth working for the Municipal Court in 2012 and transferred to the Police Records division in 2017. Upon retirement of a former employee, she then became part of the business office staff in City Hall in July of this year. Melissa has three children, and her husband also works in the government sector. As a very active member of her church and cub scout families, she brings a wealth of experience and passion for serving others, as well as the technical innovation skills to facilitate the almost “paperless” environment we are rolling out for 2025!
A Tree City Duluth:
DID YOU KNOW DULUTH WAS NAMED A TREE CITY IN 1989?
This status shows just how dedicated the City is to maintaining a healthy and growing canopy. The Tree City USA program is one of Arbor Day Foundation’s oldest programs. Today the program includes more than 3,600 communities from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.
We love our trees so much we want to avoid the indiscriminate removal of trees as much as possible. There are certain laws in place to protect our canopy. While most single-family homes are exempt from these laws, as they are less than 1-acre, there are still things to consider if you own a home. Does your home have zoning or riparian buffers? There are a few neighborhoods in Duluth zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development), which require a buffer from surrounding uses. The City of Duluth also has an undisturbed buffer of 50’ from the bank of a river, stream or creek. No tree within these buffers should be cut. Also, reach out to your HOA as they may have rules about cutting trees as well.
Trees are the workhorses of our community. Trees assist with air quality, water quality, soil health, and wildlife habitat. Trees reduce the amount of stormwater runoff. Trees not only keep us cooler on those hot summer days and help block the wind on those (few) cold winter nights, but they also raise property values in residential areas! Trees are also known to reduce stress!
Another fun tree related fact: While National Arbor Day is always celebrated on the last Friday in April, the state of Georgia celebrates Arbor Day each year on the third Friday in February. The winter months are the best time to plant trees. In fact, the ultimate time to plant a tree in Georgia is between November and March. This is due in part to the tree (if it is deciduous) being dormant from late fall until the end of winter. The soil is cooler creating a more comfortable transplant for the roots of the tree. The winter months also require less watering since there is less heat making the water evaporate.
The optimal time to plant is between November and March in Georgia.
Don’t dig too deep! The flare of the trunk should not be buried.
Add mulch at the base of the tree. Mulch improves soil health, assists in retaining water, suppresses nutrient competition from grass, and helps prevent soil erosion around the base. Just remember to keep the trunk of the tree clear of any mulch!
Water your tree! Newly planted trees need more water than established trees. Call 811 before you dig! They will mark any underground utilities, so you don’t accidentally hit any when you dig!
Look to Article 7 of the Unified Development Code located on the City website. For any additional questions on trees, please feel free to reach out to the Department of Community Development and Engineering at planning@duluthga.net or 770.476.1790. Happy Planting!
WINTER ACTIVITIES IN DOWNTOWN DULUTH FOR ALL AGES!
NOV. 23
Winter Games (18+)
1-4PM • DOWNTOWN DULUTH (Registration Required)
NOV. 24
Roller Skating
1-6PM • ACTIVITY LAWN
NOV. 25
Roller Skating
2-8PM • ACTIVITY LAWN
NOV. 26
Roller Skating
2-8PM • ACTIVITY LAWN
NOV. 30
Small Business Saturday
ALL DAY • DOWNTOWN DULUTH
DEC. 1
Creativity Workshop (18+)
3-5PM • DULUTH FESTIVAL CENTER
(Registration Required)
DEC. 21
The Grinch Trivia and Movie
5-9PM • PARSONS ALLEY
DEC. 21
Snow Globe Photo Booth
5-9PM • TOWN GREEN
DEC. 23
Night at the Red Clay Movie
2-4PM • RED CLAY THEATER
DEC. 27
Mini Golf
12-6PM • ACTIVITY LAWN
DEC. 29
Axe Throwing and Ice Carving
3-6PM • PARSONS ALLEY
DEC. 31
Noon Year’s Eve
11AM-1PM • PARSONS ALLEY
JAN. 2
Dueling Pianos
7-9PM • RED CLAY THEATER
JAN. 3
Frosty Finale
12-6PM • TOWN GREEN
JAN. 3
Creativity Workshop (18+)
6-8PM • DULUTH FESTIVAL CENTER (Registration Required)
JAN. 4
Frosty Finale
12-6PM • TOWN GREEN
DOWNLOAD THE #PLAYMAGIC APP to play free augmented reality games in Parsons Alley and on Town Green between Nov. 23-Jan. 5!
PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
Director – Kathy Marelle
Assistant Director of Recreation – Jason Rogers
Assistant Director of Parks – John Keating
Assistant Director of Athletics – Brandon Davis
Program Department
Beth Anne Woodruff
Will Marvel
Parks
Craig Corley
Kevin Hayes
Blake Birdsong
Garin Butler
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Alexis Server
David Jones
Mark Carter
Jim Hall
Janice Wheeler
Sharon Parris
Mary Odum
Ryan Marcinik
Curt Lindner
Annette Mcintosh
ZUMBA
FIT & FABULOUS! (50+)
ZUMBA (18+)
The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is simple: we want you to want to work out, to love working out and to get hooked. Zumba Fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life!
It is never too late to start working out again. This class will improve your heart, stretch muscles and get your body moving. This class is geared for people 50 and over.
Fee: Resident: $35, Non-resident: $40 4-Week Session. No Class Dec 22, 25; Jan 15
DAYS TIME DATES LOCATION
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 - 10:00 am Jan Bunten
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 - 10:00 am Feb Bunten
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 - 10:00 am Mar Bunten
TINY BALLERINA AND ME BALLET (AGE 2 WITH PARENT PARTICIPATION)
This class is designed for the youngest ballerina to become accustomed to the structure of a ballet class while having the comfort of a parent present. The curriculum is similar to the 3-5-year-old ballet class. At the end of the year, the goal is for the ballerina to have learned basic ballet skills and be confident in a class without their parent.
Fee: Resident: $39, Non-resident: $49
6-Week Session. No Class Jan 14; Feb 16, 18; Apr 6, 8
DAYS TIME DATES LOCATION
Thurs 4:30 - 5:00 pm Jan 2 - Feb 6 Bunten
Sat 9:00 - 9:30 am Jan 4 - Feb 15 Bunten
Thurs 4:30 - 5:00 pm Feb 27 - Mar 10 Bunten
Sat 9:00 - 9:30 am Mar 1 - Apr 12 Bunten
FAIRYTALE BALLET (AGES 3-5)
Our Fairytale Ballet class is designed to capture your child’s imagination. Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet with this creative themebased class. We strive to constantly keep your child engaged and have a creative learning experience every week.
Fee: Resident: $54, Non-resident: $64
6-Week Session. No Class Jan 14; Feb 16, 18; Apr 6, 8
DAYS TIME DATES LOCATION
Thurs 5:00 - 5:45 pm Jan 2 - Feb 5 Bunten
Sat 9:35 - 10:20 am Jan 4 - Feb 15 Bunten
Thurs 5:00 - 5:45 pm Feb 27 - Apr 10 Bunten
Sat 9:35 - 10:20 am Mar 1 - Apr 12 Bunten
BALLET DANCE &
BALLET/TAP (AGES 3-5)
This ballet/tap combination class is designed to develop coordination, musicality, flexibility and strength while having fun.
Fee: Resident: $54, Non-resident: $64
6-Week Session. No Class Jan 14, Feb 18, Apr 8
TIME DATES LOCATION Sat 10:25 - 11:10 am Jan 4 - Feb 15 Bunten Sat 10:25 - 11:10 am Mar 1 - Apr 12 Bunten
BALLET/TAP/JAZZ (AGES 6-10)
This ballet/tap/jazz combination class is designed to develop coordination, musicality, flexibility and strength while having fun.
Fee: Resident: $54, Non-resident: $64
6-Week Session. No Class Jan 14, Feb 16, Apr 6
TIME DATES LOCATION Thurs 6:40 - 7:10 pm Jan 2 - Feb 6 Bunten Thurs 6:40 - 7:10 pm Feb 27 - Apr 10 Bunten
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FITNESS YOGA
YOGA FOR SENIORS (AGES 55+)
Increase your flexibility, mobility and balance using poses, breathing techniques and props in this class for adults 50+. Chairs will be available for support while sitting or standing. You can choose between Tuesday or Thursday or you can take both the Tuesday and Thursday classes.
New to yoga? Our 4-week Yoga 101 series is designed to help you safely start a yoga practice and to understand more about incorporating yoga into your daily life. Classes will focus on safety and alignment, how to use props, learning to coordinate breath with movement, and practicing mindful relaxation.
Fee: Resident: $49, Non-resident: $59
4-Week Session. No Class Jan 15
Mon 6:00 - 7:00 pm Jan 6 - Feb 3 Bunten Mon 6:00 - 7:00 pm Feb 10 - Mar 3 Bunten
Mon 6:00 - 7:00 pm Mar 10 - Apr 31 Bunten
10:00 - 11:00 am
Tues 10:00 - 11:00 am Mar Bunten Thurs 10:00 - 11:00 am Mar Bunten
POWER YOGA (AGES 18+)
Power Yoga focuses on building strength, endurance and burning calories! With an emphasis on flowing from one pose to the next, power yoga moves at a more challenging pace while linking your breathing to the different motions of your body. A power yoga class may seem more like an aerobics or dance class and less like a relaxed one. Power yoga still requires mindfulness and focus on the breathing patterns of traditional vinyasa flow yoga.
Fee: Resident: $49, Non-resident: $59
4-Week Session. No Class Dec 28, Jan 15
i9 Sports is committed to the mission of Helping Kids Succeed in Life Through Sports®. All programs are designed to be fun and convenient for busy families, as all programs are one day per week with practice and games back-to-back. Programs are offered year-round at Bunten Road Park and based on the season, include T-ball/ Baseball, Soccer, Basketball, and After School Multi-Sport Clinics. Boys and Girls ages 3-15 are taught sportsmanship values alongside skills and drills every week. I9 Sports focuses on FUN and safety, The Way Youth Sports Should Be®. For more details about the programs offered at Bunten Road Park, please visit the City of Duluth website at duluthga.net and check out the Athletics tab under Parks & Recreation.
WINTER SEASON
DATES: Early December, 6 weeks long
DAYS: Wednesday and Sunday afternoons, depending on program
SPORTS: Soccer and After School Multi-Sport Clinic
SPRING SEASON
DATES: Early March, 6 weeks long
DAYS: Wednesday and Sunday afternoons, depending on program
SPORTS: Soccer and After School Multi-Sport Clinic
ENRICHMENT COURSES
WHEN IS THE BEST AGE TO START YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS?
MEDICARE CAN BE A MAZE! LEARN HOW TO NAVIGATE MEDICARE PLANS
Is Medicare Puzzling? For most people the answer is yes. This course assists the attendee in understanding the many facets and particulars of Medicare. You will gain a foundation of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C (Medicare Advantage) and Part D (Prescription Drug Plan) and Medigap plans (aka Medicare Supplement plans). Areas include: when to apply, how to apply, how it interacts with private insurance, deductibles and what factors to include in choosing the right plan. Can you contribute to your HSA account after you move to Medicare?
We explore how to evaluate if you should stay on an employer plan at age 65 or move to Medicare and continue working at your employer. This is a growing trend!
Tues 6:30 - 7:30 pm Nov 12 Bunten Sat 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Nov 16 Bunten Thurs 6:30 - 7:30 pm Jan 9 Bunten Sat 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jan 11 Bunten
Note: Course is free but registration is still required to ensure adequate class materials are prepared for class.
MINIMIZING TAXES IN RETIREMENT
For middle income and higher income households, taxes are likely to be one of your highest yearly expenses. We explore how drawing down your IRAs or 401ks (voluntarily or thru RMDs) creates taxable income thus making your Social Security Benefits more taxable (aka The Social Security Tax Trap).
You will learn how the Provisional Income calculation will determine how much of your Social Security benefits are taxable. If you have 1 dollar in Provisional Income over a set amount, then 50% of your Household Social Security benefits are now taxable for that tax calendar year. We demonstrate the value of a ROTH IRA and how if used correctly can mitigate the taxation of your Social Security Benefits. Learn “Tax Bracket Harvesting” and how that is key to efficient ROTH IRA conversions. Also what happens when one spouse passes, and the tax/financial implications for surviving spouse.
Note: Course is free but registration is still required to ensure adequate class materials are prepared for class.
DULUTH SOCCER ACADEMY
Duluth Soccer Academy is proud to partner with the City of Duluth Parks and Recreation! We are excited to offer various opportunities to kids as young as two years old to learn and play the game of soccer in a safe and fun environment.
JUNIOR ACADEMY (AGES 2-12)
This is a 6-week program with 1-hour sessions once a week designed to foster player development on Saturdays or Sundays. Multi-program and multi-family member discounts are available. Fee: Starting at $85
RECREATIONAL SOCCER LEAGUE (AGES 4-11)
Duluth Soccer Academy is also proud to announce that we have started a traditional Recreational Soccer League for players that want a more competitive soccer experience. For more information about Duluth Soccer Academy or any of training programs, please visit DuluthSoccerAcademy.org
For questions, please contact DSA at info@duluthsocceracademy.org or call 770.847.7162
TENNIS JUNIOR/TEEN
(WINTER)
“LIL SPORT” II TENNIS (AGES 4-7)
This class is for youngsters that have had at least one session of “Lil Sport” I Tennis.
Fee: Resident: $65, Non-resident: $75
6-Week Session. No Class Feb 16
For information about USTA Leagues, visit: tennislink.usta.com
“LIL SPORT” I TENNIS (AGES 4-7)
Introduction to tennis in a fun, professional environment.
Fee: Resident: $55, Non-resident: $65
6-Week Session. No Class Jan 15, Feb 20
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5:00 - 6:00 pm Feb 27 - Apr 3 Bunten (Todd)
YOUTH TENNIS (AGES 8-12)
Learn basic stroke production and how to keep score. A student may take this class several times as lesson plans will change from session to session and new skills will be added.
Fee: Resident: $70, Non-resident: $80
6-Week Session. No Class Jan 15, Feb 20
5:30 - 6:30 pm
6 -
10
(Kenny)
5:30 - 6:30 pm Feb 24 - Mar 31 Bunten (Kenny)
10 & UNDER TENNIS (AGES 8-10)
The rules of tennis have changed, the court size has changed, the balls have changed, the racket size has changed. This class is for those juniors wishing to play ALTA and USTA in the Spring and Fall of 2025
Thurs 6:00 - 7:00 pm Jan 2 - Feb 6 W.P. Jones (Todd)
YOUTH/TEEN TENNIS (AGES 10-17)
This class is open to all ability levels. Drills will continue to improve stroke production and to learn to play games will be included. This class is ideal for those juniors wishing to learn to play or wanting to play ALTA. .
Fee: Resident: $70, Non-resident: $80 6-Week Session. DAYS TIME DATES LOCATION
Tues 6:00 - 7:00 pm Jan 7 - Feb 11 W.P. Jones (Todd) Tues 6:00 - 7:00 pm Feb 25 - Apr 1 W.P. Jones (Todd)
TEEN TENNIS (AGES 12-17)
This class is open to all ability levels. Drills will continue to improve stroke production and learning to play games will be included. This class is ideal for those juniors wishing to learn to play or wanting to play ALTA.
A structured, fun class to learn basic strokes, rules and scoring through a program of demonstrations, drills, and practice. Learn key fundamentals and develop basic skills so you're ready to participate in the sport. Please wear tennis shoes or court shoes. Paddles and Balls will be provided. (Little to no experience required.)
This Skills & Drills (Level 2 Pickleball Class) is for Advanced Beginners to Intermediate players. This class can be repeated as often as the player would like. The format of the clinics will be warmups, play situation, skill development and the topic for that week's class (listed below), concluding with game play in front of the pro.
Tues 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Jan 7 - Jan 28 Bunten Gym Tues 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Feb 4 - Feb 25 Bunten Gym Tues 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Mar 11 - Apr 1 Bunten Gym
ACTIVITY GUIDE
PICKLEBALL
OPEN PLAY PICKLEBALL (AGES 18+)
Come out and enjoy pickleball open gameplay! This is for all skill levels but will not include training time. Players will play round-robin games of pickleball.
Fee (every six months): Resident: $20, Non-resident: $25
8:30 - 11:00 am W.P. Jones Tennis
ACTIVE ADULT EVENTS
ACTIVE ADULT GAMES (AGES 50+)
If you are privileged to be 50+ and someone who enjoys game play competition, this is for you! Join us at the W.P. Jones Lodge every Wednesday and Thursday from 10am-2pm. On Wednesdays, we will host a variety of games including Mahjong/ Checkers/ Backgammon/ Scrabble, etc. Thursdays we will host Social Bridge games.*
The fee every six months, for both days is $20 for City Residents and $25 for Non-City Residents.
Please register at the Bunten Road Park Community Center office or by calling 770.814.6981 *Reservations are required weekly for Social Bridge even once you have registered
BOOK CLUB (AGES 50+)
Join us the 4th Wednesday of each month for Book Club at Bunten Road Park. Catering towards those 50+, Book Club will meet at 2:30pm. There is no charge to join the book club but a reservation is required! Call 770.814.6981 to register.
ACTIVE ADULT HOLIDAY LUNCHEON (AGES 50+)
Please join us on Friday, December 13 for our annual Holiday Luncheon!
ACTIVE ADULT SIPS, STROKES, AND SOUPS (AGES 50+)
Please join us on Friday, March 7th for our Active Adult Luncheon: Sips, Strokes, and Soups!
Fee: Residents: $8, Non-residents: $10
ACTIVE ADULT YOUR FAVORITE TRIVIA (AGES 50+)
Please join us on Friday, February 7 for your favorite Trivia Games! Prizes will be awarded by team!
Fee: Residents: $8, Non-residents: $10
ACTIVE ADULT SPRING TIME BINGO (AGES 50+)
Please join us Friday, April 11, for our Active Adult Spring Time Bingo Luncheon. Prizes will be awarded to winners!
Fee: Residents: $8, Non-residents: $10
AARP TAX-AIDE
Our tax preparation service at Bunten Road Park is getting ready for the 2024 tax year. We will again be an appointment- based service.
Information about the status of the Tax-Aide service can be found by calling 678.632.3277.
Leave a message if you would like to talk to a local volunteer to make an appointment.
Interested in renting out event space for birthday parties, wedding showers, baby showers, etc? The Bunten Road Park Activity Center Large Room and the W.P. Jones Lodge are available for renting! Call 770.814.6981 to find out more information.
