ACC Leisure Services Department Fall 2015 Program Guide

Athens Clarke County Leisure Services Department

Fall 2015

SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2015

Program & Events Guide

Learn • Create • Play w w w . at h e n s c l a r k e co u n t y . co m / l e i s u r e

A Fall Full of Fun...

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department makes sure that this season is full of activities where citizens will learn, create, and play.

Experience Touch a Truck Day at Southeast Clarke Park on Saturday, October 11 from 9:00 a.m. - noon. Kids, of all ages, will have the opportunity to explore trucks of all types, including construction vehicles, dump tricks, fire trucks, police cars, and more. This event is free and open to the public. Each vehicle will have trained staff present to answer questions Call 706-613-3871 for details.

IN THIS ISSUE 3-8 9

Arts Programs Camps and Mini Camps

10 Fitness & Wellness 11-14 General Recreation 15-16 Nature/Science Education 17-18 Special/Holiday Events 19-23 Sports 24

Facilities List

25

Leisure Services Map

26

General Information

on the cover: A variety of fall events are scheduled including the Jack-O-Lantern Jog and Goblin Fun Run; Lickskillet Artists Market and Festival; and Memorial Park Halloween Carnival.

Photos by Cathy Padgett and Shannon Williams

Need a little art in your life? Make sure to stop by the annual Lickskillet Artists Market and Festival at Lyndon House Arts Center on Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Dozens of artists will have their art work available for purchase - drawings, glass, paintings, and more. Additionally, there will be art activities, music, and tours of the historic Ware-Lyndon House. Food vendors will be onsite, as well. Call 706-613-3623 for more information.

Get out and enjoy the fall weather and participate in the annual Jack-O-Lantern Jog and Goblin Fun Run benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center, Inc. Prizes are awarded for top finishers in each age division for the race. This annual event is scheduled for Sunday, November 1 at Sandy Creek Nature Center. Costume contest for runners, ages 10 and younger, at 1:40 p.m.; one-mile fun run begins at 2:00 p.m.; race begins at 2:30 p.m. Call 706-613-3615 for details or visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/sandycreeknaturecenter.

Don’t be afraid - it is just Halloween. A variety of activities are planned throughout the Department. Carnivals, parties, and other programs will keep this special time of year more fun than scary.

A complete list of Halloween events can be found at www. athensclarkecounty.com/halloween.

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

ART EXHIBITIONS

LHAC Gallery Shop

The Visual Arts Guild of Athens, in partnership with the Lyndon House Arts Center, manages the Gallery Shop through volunteer support.

Original artwork by Athens area artists, including jewelry, paintings, photography, handmade books, turned wood, pottery, fused and blown glass, designed textiles, hand knitted accessories and more. The north gallery shop has been remodeled to house the library resource room as well as locally handcrafted art.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Ongoing TIMES: Tuesday – Saturday, noon – 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Lyndon House Arts Center presents rotating art exhibitions featuring a broad range of works by practicing local and area artists in a variety of media, styles and concepts. From traditional to experimental, works by professional, emerging, young or elder artists can be seen in Lyndon House Arts Center galleries. Exhibitions may be guest curated or theme presentations, juried or invitational. When visiting the galleries, please accompany and supervise all children for the safety of the artwork and for artwork content. Lyndon House Arts Center will review proposals for future exhibitions twice annually. Approaching proposal due dates are Sunday, September 20 and Wednesday, April 20, 2016. The Art Exhibition Proposal Application Form is Lyndon House Arts Center Resource online at athensclarkecounty.com/exhibits Library or please call 706-613-3623 ext. 226 for The North Gallery now houses the new more information.

Satellite Arts Resource Library. Please come in, curl up in our reading nooks, and enjoy a good art book.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) The Ware-Lyndon House, listed on the DATES: Ongoing National Register of Historic Places, TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday, noon – 9:00 represents a blend of the Greek Revival p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, and Italianate styles. Resplendent interior furnishings throughout the house 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and historic bedroom on the second floor FEE: Free LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, showcase period decorative arts of the 706-613-3623 mid and late 1800’s. Museum quality memorabilia in the Historic Display Then & Now: How We Got to 40 Room highlight significant aspects of The Lyndon House Arts Foundation Athens history. NEW* Faux marble would like to invite you for a evening to painting embellishment in the Entry celebrate 40 years of the Lyndon House Hall and stairway by master decorative Arts Center and its founders with a painter, Derick Tickle. Elevator is located special program of speakers and a dessert in the Historic Display Room. reception.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied DATE: Thursday, September 24 by an adult) TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

DATES: Ongoing LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: noon – 9:00 706-613-3623 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 40 of Something: Collections from Our 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Community FEE: Free In celebration of 40 years of art in LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, Downtown Athens, we’re hosting a rotat706-613-3623 ing exhibition in the front lobby display case featuring a variety of items gathered

Ware-Lyndon House Period Decorative Arts c.1840-1890 and Athens History Museum Display

ARTS

Arts by local collectors, always 40 items from each collection.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Ongoing. On view September -November will be “40 Antique Hatpins” from the collection of Tatiana Veneruso paired with the Collection of “40 Paperweights” belonging to Claire and Robert Clements. This will be followed by “40 Items from my Grandmother” from the collection of Caroline Self. The “40 of Something” final exhibition will feature a selection of “40 Face Jugs” from the collection of Peter Loose.

TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday, noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center Lobby Display Case, 706-613-3623

The Lounge Gallery

A new exhibition program is being offered in the Lounge Gallery featuring quarterly solo exhibitions by emerging artists in the beginning stages of their careers.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Ongoing. “Prints and graphic works” by Michael Benedetti will be on view Thursday, August 20 - Thursday, November 5. “Mixed media works on paper” by Adrienne Kitchens, winner of the Arts Center Choice Award in the 40th Juried Exhibition, will be on view Thursday, November 19, 2015 – Thursday, January 19, 2016.

TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday, noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free RECEPTION: Thursday, November 19 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center Lounge Gallery, 706-613-3623

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! Plying the Arts 2015

Hosted and sponsored by the Peachtree Handspinners Guild which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation, perpetuation and promotion of

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs.

|

3

ARTS

the art of handspinning.

This event is to raise awareness of the art of handspinning, knitting, weaving and dyeing. There will be demonstrations and activities open to the public and a trade show type market.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Saturday, August 8 & Sunday August 9 TIMES: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Demonstrations and market are free and open to the public. Full day and half day workshops will be held for crafters on all levels - registration fee is required (call 404-296-4051) LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

basketry, sculpture, and pottery.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Saturday, August 22- Saturday, October 10 TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free RECEPTION: Thursday, September 10 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! Return from Exile: A Symposium

Often it is by the personal nature of our marks that viewers come to know work as ours. Marks can be delicate, bold, gentle, aggressive, simple, complicated, obtuse or explicit, intuitive, logical, 2D or 3D, moving or static.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Thursday, September 10 – Saturday, October 10 TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free RECEPTION: Thursday, September 10 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and ‘Draw Table’ participatory events on Thursday, September 17 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 10 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Hosted and sponsored by the UGA Institute of Native American Studies in partnership with the UGA Presidents’ Venture Fund, the Native Arts and Culture Foundation and the Cherokee Nation.

This symposium on contemporary Southeastern Native American art and culture will bring together scholars from UGA and across the country, as well as artists and collectors including Dr. J. William Wiggins of the University of Arkansas, the leading collector of Native art in the United States.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Saturday, August 29 TIMES: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! Return from Exile: Contemporary Southeastern Indian Art Exhibition

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! Mark

Coordinated with The Women’s Caucus for Art of Georgia and curated by Georgia Strange, Professor of Art at UGA.

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! Lickskillet Artists Market and Festival

Unique artists market and festival featuring eclectic wares for sale by artists. Indoor/outdoor event for the whole family, including live music, children’s Co-curated by Tony Tiger, B.C. Martin art activities, food vendors, music, and and Jace Weaver Ware-Lyndon Historic House tours.

Exhibition of Native American art AGES: All (children must be accompanied dedicated to the vibrant contempoby an adult) rary expressions by artists from tribal DATE: Saturday, October 24 nations with historical roots in Georgia.

TIMES: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This refers to the so-called Five Civilized FEE: Free (Contact Lyndon House Arts Tribes (Choctaw, Chickasaw, Cherokee, Foundation for more information and Muscogee [Creek], and Seminole. Media applications to have a booth at the festival includes painting, prints, jewelry, 4

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

– email: lhartsfoundation@gmail.com) LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! Instruction: LHAC Faculty Exhibition

This exhibit features works by the Arts Center’s dedicated teaching faculty.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: October 31 – November 28 TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free RECEPTION: November 19, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Celebrating 40 years of LHAC! IMAGINE: Works by Students of the Clarke County School District

“IMAGINE” will feature the work of students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade using mediums such as clay, pencil, ink, paint, fabric, mixed media and more. First American Bank of Athens has again published a full color book with photos of the art work in the exhibition.

AGES: All (children must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Sunday, November 15, 2015 – January, 17, 2016 TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free RECEPTION: Sunday, November 15 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

AUDITIONS: ATHENS CREATIVE THEATRE

Mary Poppins Auditions

Athens Creative Theatre is holding auditions for Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins! Auditions are by appointment only. Those auditioning should come with 16-bars of a prepared solo from any Broadway musical and bring sheet music for piano accompaniment. Get ready for your time to shine with minimal rehearsals

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

PERFORMANCES: MORTON THEATRE www.athensclarkecounty.com/morton, http://mortontheatre.tix.com Tickets to these events can be purchased by calling the Morton Theatre box office at 706-613-3771 or on our website unless otherwise noted.

Hispanic Flamenco Ballet

Presented by Arts & Dance Company http://artsdancecompany.org/ Hispanic cultural education performances for K-12 Students.

EVENT DATES: Thursday, October 15 TIMES: 9:50 a.m. Latin American show; 11:15 a.m. Spanish/Flamenco show ADMISSION: $10-$12 LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

UGA Willson Center Presents: Alice Walker, Delta Chair for Global Understanding

Presented by UGA Willson Center for Humanities and Arts www.willson.uga.edu

The Willson Center welcomes Pulitzer Prize-winning author Alice Walker to the University of Georgia as the inaugural Delta Visiting Chair for Global Understanding. Walker will speak at the Morton Theatre in downtown Athens on October 15. Details on this visit will be announced in the coming months.

AGES: All EVENT DATE: Thursday, October 15 TIME: 7:00 p.m.

ADMISSION: Free LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

ART CLASSES: KIDS & TEENS

DanceAthens 2015

Presented by Dancefx, Inc. www.dancefx.org

A culmination of the annual week of events celebrating dance in Athens.

Officially proclaimed “Dance Day” by the Mayor, Saturday, October 24 welcomes the Dancefx performance companies and a variety of dance companies from the Athens area.

AGES: All EVENT DATES: Friday, October 23 & Saturday, October 24 TIMES: Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

ADMISSION: $16 Adults, $ 13 Seniors, Students and Children LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

6th Annual Peabody-Smithgall Lecture

Presented by Peabody Awards, University of Georgia www.peabodyawards.com Join us for this special event as the Peabody Awards celebrates its 75th Anniversary year.

AGES: All EVENT DATES: Monday, October 26 TIMES: TBA ADMISSION: Free LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

“Disney & Cameron McIntosh’s Mary Poppins” Presented by Athens Creative Theatre www.athensclarkecounty.com/act

Come see the enchanting mixture of story, song, & dance at Athens Creative Theatre’s production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins.

Don’t miss out on one of the most popular Disney movies of all time adapted for the stage.

AGES: All EVENT DATES: Thursday, November 12 thru Sunday, November 15 TIMES: Thursday & Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2:00 & 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 3:00 p.m.

ADMISSION: $15 Adults, $12 Seniors (60+), Students and Children, Discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or more.

LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

ARTS

and maximum fun! For a complete list of available roles please visit the ACT website at www.athensclarkecounty.com/ act AGES: Children 8+, Teens, Adults, Seniors AUDITION DATES: Monday & Tuesday, August 10 & 11 TIME: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, 706-613-3628

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

Please note: Teens may take adult classes with permission from the instructor.

Teens wishing to enroll in an adult class should contact Caroline Self, 706-6133623, ext. 225

Art Time for 4 – 6 Year Olds

Using books, the world and artists as our inspiration, we’ll explore art techniques, creativity, color mixing and textures, developing artistic skills they will be able to use for a lifetime.

AGES: 4 - 6 DATE: SESSION I: 6 Tuesdays, September 8 – October 13; SESSION II: 6 Thursdays, September 10 – October 15 TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

FEE: $42 ACC resident plus $6 materials fee; $63 Non-resident plus $6 materials fee LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Books That Turn, Twist, Pop and Drop

Do you love pop-up books and handmade books? You can create your own, unique books, one of which unrolls scene by scene in a painted box.

INSTRUCTOR: Toni Carlucci AGES: 7 - 12 DATE: 6 Tuesdays, September 8 – October 13 TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: $42 ACC resident plus $6 materials fee; $63 Non-resident plus $6 materials fee LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Funny, Fearless, Fancy Faces

Drawing faces in a variety of expressions is fun. Learning the basic proportions of the face helps you draw it. Students can wear their favorite hat one day. (We’ll tell you when.)

INSTRUCTOR: Toni Carlucci AGES: 7 - 11 DATES: 6 Thursdays, September 10 – October 15 TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: $42 ACC resident plus $6 materials fee; $63 Non-resident plus $6 materials fee LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706--613-3623

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs programs.

|

5

ARTS

Skateboard Workshop

Roll out in style with your own unique skateboard. Design and decorate your own deck with decals, paint, drawing and more. Let’s look at skateboard photography and make skateboard art. Cool!

AGES: 11 & up DATE: Saturday, September 12 TIME: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $21 ACC resident plus $8 materials fee; $32 Non-resident plus $8 materials fee LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Teen Cartoon Illustrator’s Club

Informal gathering of teens who like to draw Anime and cartoons of all kinds.

The meetings usually are a discussion of recent drawings and characters led by cartoonist artist Robert Brown.

AGES: 12 & older MEETING DATES: Thursdays, August 6 & 20; September 10 & 24; October 8 & 22; November 5 & 16 TIME: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

FEE: $5 for pizza and soft drink LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706--613-3623

Adult 6 Thursdays, September 10 – October 15 TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: $83 ACC resident plus $10 supply fee; $125 Non-resident plus $10 supply fee LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623 AGES:

DATES:

Painting with Charles

Whether you work in acrylic or oil, you’ll benefit from Charles’ individualized approach for the advanced beginner and intermediate painter. Students bring in their own supplies and canvas or other painting surface.

INSTRUCTOR: Charles Warnock AGES: Adult DATES: 8 Tuesdays, September 8 – October 27 TIME: SESSION I: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.; SESSION II: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: $111 ACC resident $167 Non-resident LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Lunch & Learn: Professional Practices in the Arts

Join us for lectures by experts in topics such as “Contracts and Intellectual ART CLASSES: ADULT Property Law for Artists”, and “Online Retail business for Artists”, and more.

Jewelry/ Metalsmithing Class focuses on jewelry and metals as an Co-hosted by and for more information: Athens Area Arts Council (AAAC), art form. We’ll use techniques such as piercing, soldering, stone setting, chasing, athensart.org DATES: Wednesdays, September 16, October appliqué, and inlay. You’ll create your 14, November 11 own original works of art.

TIME: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

INSTRUCTOR: Courtney Pendergrast LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center AGES: Adult 706-613-3623 DATES: 6 Tuesdays, September 8 – October 13 Stained Glass TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (please note new Enjoy the beauty of making your own time) stained glass pieces using traditional FEE: $83 ACC resident plus $10 supply fee; stained glass techniques. Important note: $125 Non-resident plus $10 supply fee Physical hand strength and dexterity is LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, required to cut glass pieces.

706-613-3623 INSTRUCTOR: Marianne Parr AGES: Adult Jewelry/ Metalsmithing with Sylvia DATES: 6 Thursdays, September 24 – Dawe October 29 Class will focus on jewelry and metals TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. as an art form rather than a mode of production. We’ll use techniques such as FEE: $83 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident piercing, soldering, stone setting, chasing, LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623 appliqué, and inlay.

INSTRUCTOR: Sylvia Dawe 6

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

Introduction to Drawing

Class includes tonal values, perspective, shading, figure drawing, etc.

Fundamentals such as gesture, contour as well as drawing in proportion and depicting the lights and darks will be practiced and developed.

INSTRUCTOR: Mark Helwig AGES: Adults DATE: 6 Tuesdays, September 8 - October 13 TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: $83 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706--613-3623

Life Drawing Studio Session

Draw from a live model. First part of the class is instructional with open studio life drawing following. Personal instruction is available. A one-time $20 model fee is required.

INSTRUCTOR: Mark Helwig AGES: Adults DATES: 6 Thursdays, September 10 – October 15 TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: $83 ACC resident $125 Non-resident LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Printmaking

Specific techniques covered will include relief printing with HIPs (plastic material intended for signmaking, great for cutting up into shapes and creating layered imagery), using found material to create printed textures, dry-point, mono print, and the collagraph.

INSTRUCTOR: Michael Levine AGES: Adults DATES: 6 Fridays, September 11 - October 16 TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

FEE: $83 ACC resident $125 Non-resident LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Thursday Painters

This is an informal group of adults who meet on Thursdays each month to paint.

No instruction or materials provided, bring own subject matter, paints, canvas, paper, etc.

AGES: Adults DATES: Ongoing Thursdays (exceptions

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

Charity Quilting Bee

If you love to quilt, join the Cotton Patch Quilt Guild who create quilts for local and overseas charities. Some quilting experience is necessary. Public is welcome and membership is not required.

AGES: Adult DATES: Ongoing on Wednesdays TIME: 9:30 a.m. to Noon FEE: None LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

DANCE CLASSES: KIDS & TEENS

Mandatory Orientation for Fall Quarter Classes

All new families are required to attend orientation Wednesday, August 12 at 5:30 p.m. Failure to attend will result in the student’s registration being cancelled.

Registration

Athens-Clarke County residents can register starting Saturday, August 1 from 9:00 a.m. - noon. Non- residents may register beginning Wednesday, August 6 between 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Registration will continue until classes are full.

Registration must be made by the parent or legal guardian. Registration is held at East Athens Educational Dance Center, 390 McKinley Drive. Birth certificate is required to register children age six and younger.

Annual Dance Recital

Students enrolled in single classes will have an opportunity to perform in the annual dance recital held at the East Athens Educational Dance Center on April 9 & April 10, 2016.

Kinderdancing

Introduction to the fundamentals of dance including proper body alignment, balance, flexibility, creative movement, and basic dance language in preparation for a ballet class. Birth certificate is required to register.

AGES:

Preschool (ages 4 – 5)

Wednesdays, August 19 - October 21, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.

Studio A; CLASS 2: Thursday, August 20 – October 22, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Studio A FEE: $38 for 10 week program for ACC resident/$57 for 10 week program for Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624 PROGRAM DATE AND TIMES: CLASS 1:

ARTS

include special LHAC programming) TIME: 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE: None LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

resident; $45 for 10 week program for Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624

Tap Dance Rhythms

Open level class for beginning to moderately trained student. This tap class works with simple rhythmic skills and builds skills to incorporate speed and precision. Birth certificate is required to My Ballet Class register children 6 years and younger.

Open level class for the beginning to AGES: Kindergarten – 12 (ages 5 – 12) moderately trained student. This class PROGRAM DATE AND TIMES: CLASS 1: Thursday, introduces the student to the fundamen- August 20 - October 22, 4:30-5:30 p.m. tals of ballet. Birth certificate is required Studio A to register children 6 years and under.

FEE: $27 for 10 week program for ACC AGES: Kindergarten – 2nd grade (ages 5 - 8) resident; $40 for 10 week program for PROGRAM DATE AND TIMES: CLASS 1: Mondays, Non-resident August 17 – October 19, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Studio B1; CLASS 2: Mondays, August 17 – Center, 706-613-3624 October 19, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Studio A Praise Dance FEE: $27 for 10 week program for ACC Students learn a variety of interpretive resident; $40 for 10 week program for and expressive movements to music Non-resident ranging in contemporary gospel, hip hop LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance gospel, and old spirituals. Class is ideal Center, 706-613-3624 for students involved in their church’s Ballet for Grace & Posture dance ministry or just wants to dance in Open level class for the beginning to church for special occasions. No religious moderately trained student. This class teachings in this class. introduces the student to the fundamen- AGES: Kindergarten – 12 (ages 5 – 12) tals of ballet proper body alignment, DATE: Wednesdays, August 19 - October 21 balance, flexibility, and ballet terminolTIME: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio B1 ogy. Class limited to 15 students.

FEE: $30 for 10 week program for ACC AGES: 3rd grade - 12 years resident; $45 for 10 week program for DATE AND TIMES: CLASS 1: Mondays, August 17 Non-resident October 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Studio B1 LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance FEE: $27 for 10 week program for ACC Center, 706-613-3624 resident; $40 for 10 week program for Modern Dance Non-resident Open level class for the beginning to LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance moderately trained student. Students Center, 706-613-3624 learn various modern dance techniques Funky Jazz Dance ranging in improvisation to Horton. The Jazz dance utilizes popular dance styles use of props such as streamers, fabric, in a vigorous and enjoyable physical and other objects will be incorporated. workout. Dancers also learn the strucAGES: Kindergarten – 12 (ages 5 – 12) ture of jazz dance class. Birth certificate DATES: Tuesdays, August 18 – October 20 is required to register children 6 years TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Studio A and younger.

FEE: $30 for 10 week program for ACC AGES: Kindergarten – 12 (ages 5 – 12) resident; $45 for 10 week program for DATE: Wednesdays, August 19 – October Non-resident 21 LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance TIME: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio A Center, 706-613-3624 FEE: $30 for 10 week program for ACC

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

7

ARTS

Hip Hop Rhythm & Style

Open level class of fun and exciting dance movements of old school and new school style Hip Hop. Music selections are clean and age appropriate. Birth certificate is required to register children 6 years and under.

AGES: Kindergarten – 12 years (ages 5 – 12) DATES: Tuesdays, August 18 – October 20 TIME: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio B2 FEE: $30 for 10 week program for ACC resident; $45 for 10 week program for Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624

ACCELERATED DANCE PROGRAMS

Criteria

For the highly motivated student who is inspired to excel in dance! Students are accepted into the accelerated programs by audition or recommendation of the East Athens Educational Dance Center teaching staff. Children ages 6 - 15 years with at least one year of dance training.

These programs offer intensive technical training to develop and strengthen posture, placement, flexibility, balance, coordination, and rhythm. The student is expected to improve movement quality, and gain a greater understanding of dance theory and composition. The criteria for acceptance and retaining a position in an accelerated program are as follows: The student should be highly focused, dedicated, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and possess excellent leadership skills. The student should also be a quick learner, be very alert and confident, and enjoy being challenged. Classes run for 8 weeks.

DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays, September 10 – November 2 TIME: Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 FEE: $23 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $34 for 8 week program for Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624

Program 3-Expressions in Dance

10 - 15 Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 11 – October 29 TIME: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

FEE: $23 for 8 week program ACC resident; $34 for 8 week program for Non-resident; LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624 AGES:

DATES:

GIFTED Performing Ensemble-Profile of a Dancer 10 - 15 Mondays, and Thursdays, September 10 – November 2 TIME: Mondays 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. & Thursdays 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

FEE: $23 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $34 for 8 week program for Non-resident; LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624 AGES:

DATES:

ADULT CLASSES

Annual Dance Recital

Students enrolled in single classes will have an opportunity to perform in the annual dance recital held at the East Athens Educational Dance Center on April 10 & April 11, 2016 providing they meet the requirements. For a detailed Program 1-Movement Discovery Fall Schedule call the Dance Center at AGES: 6 - 9 706--613-3624 or visit www.athensclarkeDATES: Mondays and Thursdays, September county.com/dance 10 – November 2 TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Teen/Adult Tap FEE: $23 for 8 week program ACC Get in shape by tap dancing those resident; $34 for 8 week program pounds away! This adult class offers a Non-resident variety of tap dance steps guaranteed to LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance have you dancing down grocery aisles.

Center, 706-613-3624 Class is subject to change.

AGES: 13 and older Program 2-Movement Exploration DATES: Tuesdays, August 18 – October 6 AGES: 8 - 15 TIME: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Studio A 8

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

FEE: $33 for 8 week program for ACC resident $50 for 8 week program for Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624

Teen/Adult Ballet

Class is designed to introduce adults to the fundamentals of ballet while helping to increase physical strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance. Ideal for adults who just want to keep fit. Class is subject to change.

AGES: 13 and older DATES: Tuesdays, August 18 – October 6 TIME: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Studio B1 FEE: $33 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $50 for 8 week program for Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624

PERFORMANCES: EAST ATHENS EDUCATIONAL DANCE CENTER East Athens Educational Dance Center 2015 Annual G.I.F.T.E.D. Performing Ensemble Show

TITLE TO BE ANNOUNCED

All Sunday, October 25 TIME: 3:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

FEE: Tickets go on sale October 5 at the East Athens Educational Dance Center. $5 in advanced and $8 admissions at the door. For more information call East Athens Educational Dance Center at 706-613-3624 LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center Presentation Hall, 706-613-3624 AGES: DATE:

Program registration for non-county residents begins Wednesday, August 5

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

KIDS & TEENS

Discovery Day off School NEW!

Do you need something exciting to do on the first day off school of the year?

Join us for a fun day of discovery and inventions.

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Monday, October 12 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION: Rocksprings Park , 706-613-3602

Day off School Program: Columbus Day Explorers NEW! Travel back to 1492 as we celebrate Christopher Columbus; trip from Spain to Hispaniola, North America.

Participants must bring a sack lunch.

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Monday, October 12 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Day off School Program: Basketball Camp NEW!

Summer time is not the only time to go to basketball camp. Get ready for basketball season with lots of drills and games.

Campers should bring a bag lunch.

AGES: 6 - 12 DATE: Monday October 12 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Day off School Program: Dawg Days at Lay NEW!

Spend a couple of fun days with us at Lay Park, getting fired up for the Dawgs and hopefully celebrating a big win! We’ll have fun playing games, making crafts, making snacks, and more! Participants must bring a sack lunch.

AGES: 6 - 12 DATES: Friday, October 30 and Monday, November 2

CAMPS & MINI CAMPS

Camps, Day off School Programs, & Field Trips 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $30 ACC resident; $45 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596 TIME: FEE:

Day off School Program: Science Camp!

Campers will explore the mysteries of science through projects and experiments.

There will also be physical activities, so wear athletic clothing and shoes.

Campers should bring a bag lunch.

AGES: 6 - 12 DATES: Friday October 30 & Monday November 2 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $30 ACC resident; $38 Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Howlin’ Cool Day off School

Looking for some adventure for your Halloween Day off from school? Even a werewolf would have a howlin’ good time with us. We will create our Halloween adventure with crafts, games, and best costume will win a prize!

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Friday, October 30 TIME: 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

Turkey Tom’s Thanksgiving Break Camp NEW!

Back by popular demand, gobblin and groovin Thanksgiving Break Camp Campers will be on the move daily, including fitness agendas, participation in local trips and we will also complete a community service project to give back to the community.

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Monday-Wednesday, November 23-25 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $40 ACC resident; $60 Non-resident LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

Friday Night Paddles Spend a quiet evening paddling around beautiful Lake Chapman.

Participants may use a boat provided

by Sandy Creek Park or bring their own (canoes and kayaks, only) Call 706-613-3631 for fall dates.

Payment is due at time of registration.

Call 706-613-3631 to register. www.athensclarkecounty.com/ sandycreekpark

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

9

FITNESS & WELLNESS

Fitness & Wellness ALL AGES

Contra Dances

Learn the folk art of Contra Dance with the Athens Folk Music and Dance Society. Dances held in the Recreation Hall and feature a caller and live band.

There will be lessons for beginners before each dance.

AGES: 18 and older (under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) DATES: Third Saturday of the month – upcoming dances: September 19, October 17 & November 21 TIME: 7:30 – 11:30 p.m.

FEE: $8 per person No charge for those under 12 years of age LOCATION: Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Adult Dodgeball League

Burn off calories and some steam while having tons of fun playing this kid’s game! Our Dodgeballs are 6 ¼” in diameter and are made of soft, low density foam fill which makes them safe, easy to grip, and easy to throw.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Thursdays TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Adult Fitness Room

The fitness equipment room includes a multi–station weight machine, elliptical cross trainers, treadmills, recumbent bikes, and more.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Daily TIME: Monday – Friday, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2:00 – 5:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

Adult Fitness Room

The fitness equipment room includes a multi–station weight machine, elliptical cross trainers, treadmills, recumbent bikes, and more.

AGES: 18 and older DATE: Daily

r 10

TIME: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m., Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.; Sundays, 2:00 - 5:45 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Adult Pick-up Basketball

This program consists of supervised and timed pick–up basketball games.

AGES: 18 years and older DATES: September – November TIME: Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.; Sundays 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Adult Pickleball

This exciting game is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis and badminton and can be played with two or four players.

It is played on a badminton-sized court, using a wooden racquet/paddle and a wiffle ball. This is a learn as you play league so lessons or previous playing experience are not required to join in the fun, so sign up today!

AGES: 18 and older DATE: September – November TIME: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Tai Chi

Improve your flexibility, increase stamina, balance and coordination by joining our Tai Chi Thursdays-beginners are always welcome! Participants may begin this class at any time.

AGES: Adults DATES: This is an ongoing class on Thursdays TIME: 10:00 -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

of Ping-Pong, tennis and badminton, is played with either two or four players and is played on a badminton-sized court, using a wooden racquet/paddle and a wiffle ball. This is a learn as you play league so lessons or previous playing experience are not required to join in the fun, so sign up today!

AGES: 55 years and older DATES: September – November TIME: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Beginners: Tuesdays – 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Volunteer Today!

A variety of volunteer opportunities are available throughout the Leisure Services Department: Athens Creative Theatre Bear Hollow Zoo East Athens Community Center East Athens Educational Dance Center Greenway Lay Park Lyndon House Arts Center Morton Theatre Rocksprings Park Sandy Creek Nature Center Sandy Creek Park

ACTIVE ADULTS

Senior Pickleball

The Pickleball craze is rapidly spreading all over the country with all ages!

This exciting game, a combination

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

Call 706-613-3620 for details www.athensclarkecounty.com/ volunteer

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

ALL AGES

KIDS & TEENS

Zoo Open Exhibit Hall Saturdays

Girl Power!

Explore Bear Hollow’s exhibit hall and visit some of the animals used in programs including snakes, lizards, tortoises, and invertebrates.

AGES: All DATES: Saturday and Sunday afternoons TIME: 1:00-4:00 p.m.

FEE: Free and open to the public LOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Community Resource Center (Part of the Athens Regional Library System)

Daily programs include group reading and one-on-one sessions, games, computer access, and more.

AGES: 6 - 17 DATES: Monday - Thursday: 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. at East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593 DATES: Monday-Thursday: 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Lay Park, 706-613-3667 FEE: Free

Hoops Spectacular

Three point contest, skills competition and more.

AGES: All DATE: Thursday, November 5 TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

FEE: $1 ACC resident; $2 Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Minute-To-Win-It Family Challenge NEW!

Compete against other families in a variety of zany, minute-long challenges for the coveted title of “Minute-To-Win-It Champion”! Registration is required.

AGES: All DATES: Friday, November 6 TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE: Per family: $5 ACC resident; $8 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613–3596

Girls, come hang out and just be you.

Share experiences with others your age, build self-confidence, and channel your inner diva to begin following a path for a positive future. While having fun, we will also discuss life’s issues including peer pressure and social problems.

Registration is required.

AGES: 11-13 DATES: Wednesdays, September 9, October 14 & November 11 TIME: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Adult and Teen Karate Classes

Students will learn self-defense, improve coordination and flexibility, expand cardiovascular endurance, gain confidence, strength, relieve stress, tension and have fun.

AGES: 13 and older DATES: Mondays and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.. 8:30 p.m.., Saturday 11:00 a.m.. - noon FEE: Free LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

After-School with Whatever It Takes, Rocksprings

In our fourth year partnering with the volunteer organization, Whatever It Takes, after school students receive individualized tutoring with area college students, CRCT preparation skills, receive daily snacks and complete curriculum including science, math, arts & crafts, etc.

AGES: 6-13 DATES: Resumes Tuesday, August 11 TIME: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per week LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

After-School with Whatever It Takes, Parkview NEW!

We are expanding our partnership with Whatever It Takes to Parkview this year!

Students receive individualized tutoring with area college students, CRCT

GENERAL RECREATION

General Recreation preparation skills, receive daily snacks and complete curriculum including science, math, arts & crafts, etc.

AGES: 6-13 DATES: Resumes Tuesday, August 11 TIME: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per week LOCATION: Parkview Community Center, 706-613-3602

EACC Whatever It Takes Afterschool Program!

Students will receive homework help followed by computer lab time, arts & crafts, and group activities in the gym from University of Georgia “Whatever It Takes” tutors and center staff.

AGES: 6-13 DATES: Monday - Thursday, August 11-December 4 TIME: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per week LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

TLay After-School Program

Volunteer mentors from the University of Georgia help school age children with homework; participate in arts & crafts, field trips, group activities, and more.

Registration is required.

AGES: 6-15 DATES: Monday-Friday, August 11-November 21 TIME: 3:00 – 5:30 p.m.

FEE: $5 per week LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Abilities First NEW!

Bring your child and stay with Lay Park staff as we provide a nurturing environment for children with development disabilities. Staff engages participants with age appropriate activities that support social, physical , cognitive, and creative abilities.

AGES: 8-12 DATE: Tuesdays, September 1 & October 6, November 3 TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

FEE: $9 ACC resident; $14 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

11

GENERAL RECREATION SPORTS

Beginner Drawing

Learn basic drawing techniques from our talented staff in a fun atmosphere.

AGES: 8-18 DATES: Wednesday, Beginning September 2 TIME: 6:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Arts & Crafts

Explore and create arts and crafts.

AGES: 6-15 DATES: Mondays, Beginning September 7 TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Outside The Box

This program is designed for homeschoolers who will get an additional educational/fun outlet. This monthly program presents life learning lessons including themes “First Aid,” “Latch Key Kids,” “Babysitting Basics,” “Healthy Living,” and more.

AGES: 5-18 DATES: Tuesdays, September 8, October 6, & November 10 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $9 ACC resident; $14 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Classic City Majorettes

Come Twirl with the Best – Classic City Majorettes! We offer instruction in dance-twirling, strutting, marching techniques and more! (Batons and uniforms are extra and will be ordered at the first class.)

AGES: 5 and older DATES: FALL SESSION: Tuesday, September 8 – November 10 TIME: 5:45-6:45 p.m. – Beginner students (ages 5 and older) and previous students (ages 5-8) 6:45-7:45 p.m. – Previous students ages 9 and older only FEE: Per session: $65 ACC resident; $80 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589 CONTACTS: Melanie Baer: 706-207-5890, mcbdawg5@gmail.com

Afternoon Tea with Teddy – National Teddy Bear Day NEW!

Bring your favorite teddy or stuffed animal and join us for afternoon activities with all of your friends.

AGES: Kindergarten (5) DATE: Wednesday, September 9 TIME: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $3 ACC resident ; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Unwrap a Great Birthday!

Eat Cake! The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers a variety of birthday party packages.

Learn more about gymnastics parties, tennis parties, and zoo parties along with celebrations at Sandy Creek Nature Center at www.athensclarkecounty.com/ birthdays.

For more information, call 706-613-3800.

12

|

A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

Princess Tea Party

Join us dressed as your favorite princess for a morning full of activities, photo opportunities and fun. Light snacks and tea/juice for the participants. Program is limited to 40 children. Call 706-6133580 to reserve your space with us.

AGES: 2 - 10 DATE: Saturday, September 12 TIME: 9:00 am - noon FEE: $10 per child LOCATION: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, 706-613-3580

Wiggle, Giggle & Go

Bring your tiny tot as we enjoy fun and laughter, snacks and crafts, games and a pre-k manners day.

AGES: Pre-School (2-3) DATES: Tuesdays, September 15, October 20, & November 17 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $9 ACC resident; $14 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Gourmet Kids Cooking Club

Have fun learning basic cooking skills and kitchen safety while making quick, tasty & healthy treats! Registration is required.

AGES: 6-12 DATES: Thursdays, September 17, October 15 & November 19

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

FEE:

Mommy & Me Yoga Class NEW!

We are looking to start a Mommy & Me yoga class that will be utilizing a DVD especially for children called, “Yoga With A Purpose”. We are looking to encourage parent child wellness, but of course babysitters and grandparents are welcome too!

AGES: 2-5 DATES: Every 3rd Monday, beginning September 21 TIME: 10:00 -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 per child LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

Cookies Galore! NEW!

Calling all cookie lovers! Join us on National Homemade Cookies Day and learn how to make delicious gourmet chocolate chip cookies from scratch.

Registration is required. Space is limited.

AGES: 11-13 DATES: Thursday, October 1 TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

FEE: $3 Resident; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Game Room Olympics NEW! Try your hand at a “Fun Competition.”

Rotate from Pool to Ping Pong to Air Hockey in a round robin style tournament! Registration limited to 24 people.

AGES: 13 and older DATE: Saturday, October 24 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $5 per participant LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Thank A Veteran NEW!

During this special program, we will remember veterans and prepare cards and notes to send to the special people who fought for our country’s freedom.

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Wednesday, November 11 TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Celebrate National Pizza Day! NEW!

Who doesn’t like pizza?! We’ll celebrate National Pizza Day by making individual pizzas with our favorite toppings.

Registration is required. Space is limited.

AGES: 11-13 DATES: Thursday, November 12 TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

FEE: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Girl Scouts NEW!

Join UGA student leaders from Campus Scouts in this fun Girl Scout troop you can call your own!!

AGES: 6-10 DATE: Mondays TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

ADULTS

Memorial Park Dog Obedience

GENERAL RECREATION SPORTS

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. $5 ACC resident; $8 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596 TIME:

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

18 and older Every 3rd Tuesday of the month TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

FEE: $4 per person LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602 AGES:

DATES:

Computer Building Basics

Learn how to build a PC from scratch!

We’ll cover parts selection, operating system installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and more. Registration is required and space is limited.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Wednesday – Thursday, September 16 – 17 TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Computer Virus Busters

Are viruses slowing your computer down to a crawl? Are pop-ups driving you mad? Learn a few tips and techniques that will help you get those pesky critters under control using free software.

Registration is required.

AGES: 18 and older DATE: Wednesday, October 21 TIME: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

FEE: $10 ACC resident; $15 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Basic Car Care Clinic

Don’t get stranded on the road. Join us to learn basic car care maintenance tips.

By following a few simple steps, you’ll keep your car running smoothly and safely. Registration is required and space is limited.

AGES: 18 and older DATE: Wednesday, November 4 TIME: 6:00-7:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Dog obedience training at its best for both the canines and their human owners! Pre-registration required. Call 706-613-3580 to register. Visit www. k9insight.biz for more information.

AGES: 18 and older (under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) DATES: Tuesday evenings for 8 weekly sesCelebrate National Pumpkin Day NEW! sions starting on October 13 and continuCelebrate National Pumpkin Day with us ing until December 8 (no class during the at Lay Park. Learn how to make Paper ACTIVE ADULTS week of Thanksgiving).

Mache pumpkins that you can decorate TIMES: 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.

Senior Bingo to your heart’s content. Registration is FEE: $100 ACC resident; $120 Non- resident Bingo Games with prizes and required. Space is limited.

LOCATION: Memorial Park, 706-613-3580 refreshments.

AGES: 8–12 AGES: 55 and older DATES: Monday, October 26 BINGO is BACK! DATES: Fourth Tuesday of every month, TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Let’s enjoy the fall by getting back in starting August 25, FEE: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-resident our BINGO groove. We will have great TIME: 10:00 a.m. - noon LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596 prizes, wonderful snacks and as always FEE: $4 per person enjoy our friendly competition.

LOCATION DEPARTURE: East Athens Community Center , 706-613-3593 Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

13

GENERAL RECREATION

Tech Tuesdays NEW!

Has modern technology passed you by?

Don’t despair! These stress-free sessions are just what you need to help you catch up as you learn how to use that smartphone, tablet, GPS or other technological devices.

AGES: 55 and older DATES: Tuesdays, September 8, 15, 22; October 6, 13, 20; November 3, 10 & 17 TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $5 per session ACC resident; $8 per session Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

Computer Building Basics

Learn how to build a PC from scratch!

We’ll cover parts selection, operating system installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and more.

AGES: 55 and older DATES: Wednesday – Thursday, September 16 – 17 TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

ACTIVE ADULTS: TRIPS

Stone Mountain Yellow Daisy Festival

More than 400 artists and crafters from 38 States and two countries display their works for your appreciation and purchase. Enjoy live entertainment, clogging and crafter demonstrations as well as fabulous festival foods. Space is limited.

Registration required.

AGES: 55 years and older DATE: Thursday, September 10 TIME: Depart from Lay Park at 9:00 a.m.

FEE: $33 ACC resident; $50 Non-resident (must bring money for lunch) LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, NC

Back by popular demand, we are adding a trip to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino for September & November. As in the past you will receive a voucher once we get to the casino for $15.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Monday, September 14 & Monday, November 9 TIME: 8:30-5:30 p.m.

FEE: $30 ACC resident; $45 Non-resident 14

LOCATION: Depart from Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

Duluth Fall Festival

One of Gwinnett county’s largest & most popular festivals includes a carnival, parade, plenty of food, entertainment, arts and crafts and more. Over 250 vendors offer something for everyone! More than 20 musical acts will be on stage throughout the weekend. Limited space is available. Registration required.

AGES: 55 and older DATE: Saturday, September 26 TIME: Depart from Lay Park at 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $33 ACC resident; $50 non-resident (must bring money for lunch) LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Oconee County Fall Festival

Enjoy arts & crafts from all over the Southeast, music, food and much more in Historic Downtown Watkinsville’s annual Fall Festival. Limited space is available. Registration required.

AGES: 55 years and older DATE: Saturday, October 17 TIME: Depart from Lay Park at 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $12 ACC resident; $18 Non-resident (must bring money for lunch) LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Trip to Chattanooga, TN

Let’s head north to Chattanooga to kick off our pre-holiday fun! Trip will cover room, and transportation, but participants will have opportunities to See Rock City, go to The Tennessee Aquarium or other area adventures. Registration required by August 28.

AGES: 50 and older DATES: Friday, October 23-Sunday, October 25th TIME: Depart 9:00 a.m.

FEE: $260 ACC resident; $390 Non-resident LOCATION DEPARTURE: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

Anderson Jockey Lot & Farmers Market

Enjoy a day of bargain shopping and treasure hunting at the Anderson Jockey Lot located in Anderson, SC. Limited space is available. Registration required.

AGES: 55 and older DATE: Saturday, November 14 TIME: Depart from Lay Park at 9:00 a.m.

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

FEE: $37 ACC resident; $55 Non-resident (must bring money for lunch) LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

After Thanksgiving Trip to The Outlet Malls in Dawsonville

Let’s hit those Monday after Thanksgiving bargains at The Outlet Mall in Dawsonville, GA. We will also have a stop by The Atlanta Highway Seafood Market in Gainesville, which is always a crowd favorite. Registration required by November 13.

AGES: 50 and older DATE: Monday, November 23 TIME: Depart 9:00 a.m.

FEE: $15 ACC resident; $23 Non-resident LOCATION DEPARTURE: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

ALL AGES

Naturalist’s Walk

Join Nature Center staff for a walk around the property as we discover what’s happening this fall. Bring your camera, and/or binoculars, and your curiosity!

AGES: All (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Saturdays - September 5; October 3; November 7 TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Nature’s Trading Post

The trading post is open! Trade the one or two objects you have found in nature for points or other nature objects in our collection.

AGES: All (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Saturdays - September 5; October 3; November 7 TIME: 11:00 a.m. - noon FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615, x 0

International Vulture Awareness Day

Celebrate Vulture Culture at the second annual local celebration of International Vulture Awareness Day! Join the ACC Solid Waste Department/Recycling Division, Bear Hollow Zoo, and the Oconee Rivers Audubon Society as they celebrate Nature’s Clean-Up Crew, the Vulture! The event includes a bird walk, scavenger hunt, vulture ambassador presentations, food and fun educational activities!

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, October 24 TIME: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: ACC Landfill, 5700 Lexington Road, Winterville

Critter Tales

Listen to a story about nature, and then we’ll bring it to life by visiting an animal or going outdoors for an activity. A different tale is read each month.

AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) DATES: Saturdays - September 12; October 10; November 14 TIME: 2:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Journey through the Stars for Families Join us for our planetarium program in the Sky Center. We will journey through the night sky, exploring the great beyond.

AGES: For families (ages 4 and up please) DATES: SaturdaysSEPTEMBER 19: “Navigating the Skies:” Stars are the original GPS. Learn how sailors used the starry night sky to help navigate their way around the world; OCTOBER 17: “Mythical Beasts:” Unicorns, Dragons and a Hydra, OH MY! Many of the known constellations are mythical creatures. Learn about their origins and how to recognize them in the sky; NOVEMBER 21: “A is for Asteroids:” We’ll go from A to Z exploring the sky. How many astronomical features can we find for each letter of the alphabet?

TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $7 ACC resident family; $10 Non-resident family per program.

Pre-registration required one day before program.

LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Pirate Day

For all you land lubbers, in honor of Talk Like A Pirate Day, join us on a treasure hunt around the nature center.

Be sure to speak and dress like a pirate!

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, September 19 TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

FEE: Free

NATURE/SCIENCE EDUCATION

Nature/Science Education LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706613-3615 x 0

Meet the Animals

A naturalist presents an informative program that allows you to get up close and hands-on with some of the Nature Center’s live animals! What wild fun will you have today?

AGES: Families, ages 5 years and up, please.

DATE: Saturday, October 3 TIME: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

FEE: $7 ACC resident family; $10 Nonresident family. Pre-registration required LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Sunrise Hike

Join us early this Saturday morning for a trip around the preserve. We will see what is up and about early as we hike to Claypit Pond and finish up back at the visitor center for a warm beverage.

AGES: All ages, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

DATE: Saturday, November 14 TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 a.m.

FEE: $7 ACC resident family; $10 Nonresident family. Pre-registration required

by Friday, November 13 LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Bear Hollow Zoo Family Reunion

Bear Hollow invites Adopt-An-Animal Donor Families to the zoo for a special program of crafts, animal encounters, and behind-the-scenes tours. If you are interested in making an Adopt-AnAnimal donation, visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/bearhollow to find out how. Invitations will be sent to donors, and RSVPs will be required.

AGES: Adopt-an-Animal Donor Families DATE: Saturday, November 14 TIME: Begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. and conclude by 1:00 p.m.

FEE: Free to Adopt-An-Animal Donor Families LOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

15

NATURE/SCIENCE EDUCATION

Zoo Programs for Field Trip Groups

If you have a group of at least 20, consider booking a Zoo Program! A Zoo Program is 1 hour long and includes a ½ hour presentation in which your group meets 3 of our program animals, and a ½ hour guided tour of the zoo. Call the zoo program staff at 706-613-3580 to discuss our regular themed offerings, or to discuss a unique theme for your group’s needs.

AGES: Kindergarten - 8th grade DATES: Zoo Programs can take place Tuesdays through Fridays. Staff requires 2 weeks advance notice to schedule.

TIMES: Programs can start as early as 9:30 a.m., and as late as 3:30 p.m.

FEE: $3 per student for ACC groups, $5 per student for non-residents.

LOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

KIDS & TEENS

Knee High Naturalist

Explore nature with your child. This program includes nature exploration, animal encounters, hikes and crafts designed especially for your child.

Pre-registration required by Tuesday, September 1.

AGES: 3 - 5, with adult DATES: Alternate Wednesdays, September 2 -November 11 TIME: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

FEE: $24 ACC resident; $36 Non-resident LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Babies & Beasties Series

Immerse your child in nature through sounds, movements, and live animals.

Learn how to help your toddler discover nature.

AGES: 18 months – 2 years old, with adult DATES: Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19 TIME: 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.

FEE: $12 ACC-resident; $18 Non-resident.

Pre-registration required by Wednesday, November 4.

LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Home School Science: “Forest Explorations”

does? Join us during this series to learn all aspects of forestry, including forest ecosystems, tree identification and tools for the job.

AGES: Divided into three groups: 4 – 7, with adult; 8 – 12; & 13 - 18

Join the local chapter of the Audubon society for a fall bird hike. Non-members are welcome! Each hike is in a different location. Bring your binoculars!

DATES: AGES: 13 - Adult September 17: “Forest Ecosystems” DATES: Visit www.oconeeriversaudubon.

October 15: “Tree ID” org November 20: “How to be a Forester” TIME: Meet at designated location by TIME: 10:00 a.m. - noon 8:00 a.m.

FEE: $4 ACC student per class; $6 NonFEE: Free resident student per class. Pre-registration LOCATION: TBA required one day in advance.

Adopt-A-Stream Workshops LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, Want to learn how to give a stream a 706-613-3615 x 0 health checkup? Interested in adopting a stream near your home? Then join us ADULTS for this workshop to learn more about Oconee Rivers Audubon Society the qualities of clean water. Please preMonthly Meeting register by calling 706-613-3615 x 231 Enjoy a program organized by our local AGES: 13 - Adult Audubon Chapter and learn about wild- DATE: Saturday, October 17 life and bird happenings around the area. TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Meeting is wrapped up with refreshments FEE: Free, pre-registration required by and fun discussion. Meetings occur Thursday, October 15 throughout the year on the first Thursday LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, of each month.

706-613-3615 x 231 AGES: 13 - Adult DATES: Thursdays: September 3; October 1; November 5 TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Trail Guide Training

Do you love hiking and sharing your love of nature? Trail Guiding may be a great way for you to do both! Trail Guides are volunteers that lead hikes for schoolaged children Tuesday-Friday mornings during the school year. Attend one day of training for the basics and then sign up to observe other Trail Guides in action.

Please call to register.

AGES: Adults DATES: Tuesday, August 25; Wednesday, August 26; or Friday, August 28 (choose one) TIME: 9:00 a.m. - noon FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Have you wondered what a forester 16

Oconee Rivers Audubon Society Fall Bird Hikes

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

Program registration for non-county residents begins Wednesday, August 5

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

ALL AGES

Zoo Day 2015 – Bear Hollow “Zooniversity”

Celebrate back to school by learning all about animals and zoo keeping! Kids can complete activities to master all the necessary zoo keeper skills, earn grades for their zoo keeper report card, and graduate with an honorary degree – a B.H.Z. in Zoo Keeping! Fun for the whole family, come on out to attend talks, meet visiting exhibitors, and of course learn all about our awesome animals!

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, August 29, TIME: 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $2 ACC resident, $3 Non-resident Children 2 and younger are admitted free.

LOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Athens Water Festival

Prepare to get wet and experience water like you never have before! Bring a swimsuit for interactive games, activities, magic, sea life, swims in the lake, and more.

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, September 12 TIME: 10:00 -2:00 p.m.

FEE: $2 park entrance fee; activities at event are free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Bird Seed Sale

Enjoy feeding birds? Buy great quality bird seed through SCNC Inc., the non-profit member organization that supports Sandy Creek Nature Center. Orders will be taken from mid-September to late October.

Delivery and Pick up will be the weekend of November 7 & 8.

AGES: All DATES: Mid-September through late October TIME: Please see order form for details FEE: Visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/sandycreeknaturecenter for a price list or stop by the nature center.

LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 235

All Sunday, November 1 TIME: Costume contest for runners aged 10 and under at 1:40 p.m.; One-mile fun run begins at 2:00 p.m.; Race begins at 2:30 p.m.

FEE: Registration forms available at Sandy Creek Nature Center or register online at www.active.com. For more information, call 706-613-3615 x 235 LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 235 AGES:

Forest Fun Day

Celebrate the forest at SCNC while learning about our managed forest area. Activities during the event include hikes, storytelling, forestry practices, meet a forester and many more!

Visit our website for details on timed activities.

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, September 26 TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

Touch a Truck Day

SPECIAL EVENTS/HOLIDAY EVENTS

Special Events/Holiday Events

Enjoy a day of fun and a chance to explore trucks of all types, including construction vehicles, dump trucks, fire trucks, police cars, and more. Each vehicle will have trained staff present to answer questions. Concessions will be available for a small fee.

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, October 11 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-noon FEE: Free LOCATION : Southeast Clarke Park , 706-613-3871

DATE:

Rock and Gem Show

This annual event for all ages features gem and mineral collections from local enthusiasts. Come learn about our local geology and participate in educational activities.

AGES: All DATE: Saturday, November 14 TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0

KIDS & TEENS

Pumpkin Patch Revisited - Parkview

Every year we make our annual popular trip to the local pumpkin patch for each Scary Oozy Slimy Day to hand select our own pumpkins for Come spend the evening at the nature decorating. Participants will need to center learning about the slippery, the bring money to purchase their pumpkins. slimy and the misunderstood. Wear We will carve our pumpkins Friday, your Halloween costume and particiOctober 10. pate in a variety of games, activities and AGES: 6-12 crafts.

DATE: Wednesday, October 7 AGES: All TIME: 4:00- 5:30 p.m.

DATE: Saturday, October 24 FEE: Free, $3-5 needed to purTIME: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. chase individual pumpkins FEE: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: Parkview Community Center, Children under 3 years are admitted free 613-3602 LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615 x 0 Pumpkin Patch Revisited - Rocksprings Every year we make our annual popular Jack-O-Lantern Jog and trip to the local pumpkin patch for each Goblin Fun Run to hand select our own pumpkins for Participate in the annual road race decorating. Participants will need to and one-mile fun run fundraiser for bring money to purchase their pumpkins.

Sandy Creek Nature Center, Inc. Prizes We will carve our pumpkins Friday, awarded for top finishers in each age October 10. division.

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

S

S S

S

S

I e b

F v

|

17

SPECIAL EVENTS/HOLIDAY EVENTS

6-12 Thursday, October 8 TIME: 4:00- 5:30 p.m.

FEE: $3-5 needed to purchase individual pumpkins LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602 AGES: DATE:

Veteran’s Day-Cards for Savannah’s Soldiers

This is our second year honoring our service men and women by writing letters of support to our troops in partnership with Savannah’s Soldiers. Our letters will be submitted as a hope to work together collectively to support our soldiers during their time abroad.

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Thursday, October 8 TIME: 4:00- 5:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Rocksprings Park , 706-613-3602

Mommy & Me Pumpkin Pals NEW!

This Mommy & me class will celebrate all things Halloween! We will decorate miniature pumpkins, share Halloween stories, ghostly games & learn how to make pumpkin muffins. As always, Dads are welcome too!

AGES: 2-5 DATE: Thursday, October 15 TIME: 10:00 -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 per child LOCATION: Rocksprings Park, 706-613-3602

Story time and Pumpkin Carving

The children will hear a Halloween story and carve a pumpkin.

AGES: Grade K-5 DATES: Tuesday, October 20 TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

FEE: $1 LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Halloween ‘Spooktacular’ Carnival

This carnival style program includes Halloween-themed games, a costume contest, candy and more.

AGES: 5-12 DATE: Tuesday, October 27 TIME: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

FEE: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

East Athens Halloween Carnival

Contests, games, face painting, crafts and family fun at the EACC Gym. AGES: Grades K-5 DATE: Tuesday, October 27 TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

FEE: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Dr. Frankenstein’s Trunk or Treat

Our annual Trunk or Treat has moved this year to the Wednesday before Halloween! This fantastic partnership with ACC Police Department ensures a

#LearnCreatePlay Show us how you learn, create, and play at Leisure Services Department facilities and parks.... whether you are in a class at Lyndon House Arts Center, hiking a trail, picnicing at Sandy Creek Park .

No matter where you are - make sure to use #learncreateplay when posting your photos to Instagram!

18

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

safe place for you and your child to trick or treat moving from car to decorated car.

AGES: 6-12 DATE: Wednesday, October 28 TIME: 4:30- 6:30 p.m.

FEE: Free LOCATION: Baxter Street Police Substation, please call Rocksprings Park 706-613-3602

Memorial Park Halloween Carnival & Boo! At the Zoo

Take a haunted trick-or-treat tour of Bear Hollow Zoo, then stop by our festive Halloween carnival for fun and prizes!

We will have stories, games, activities and more. Costume contest every hour!

AGES: 2 -12, children must be accompanied by a parent.

DATE: Thursday, October 29 TIME: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per child No charge for parents/ guardians; free for children under 2 years LOCATION: Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Turkey Time with Mom NEW!

This parent child based class includes turkey crafts, a gratitude tree, story time & refreshments.

AGES: 2-5 DATE: Thursday, November 19 TIME: 10:00 -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 per child LOCATION: Rocksprings Park , 706-613-3602

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

game to the next level. Fast-paced drills and games encourage young players to develop rally skills and proper technique.

Scholarships not applicable.

AGES: Open – contact Tennis Specialist DATES: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II – Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

(Child must be 3 years old prior to September 1) DATES: Monday classes will meet September 14- October 12, Tuesday classes will meet September 8-October 13 TIME: 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.

FEE: $65 ACC resident; $98 Non-resident LOCATION: Mondays at Bishop Park, Tuesdays at Southeast Clarke Park.

Participants may register for the Monday class OR the Tuesday, not both.

REGISTRATION: Ends Friday, August 21 OR when class is full.

For more information contact Lauren at lauren.butzen@athensclarkecounty.com or visit athensclarkecounty.com/sports

ALL AGES: TENNIS

MVPs – Monday and/or Wednesday

Intermediate players. Skill development and learning the tactical side of tennis for those juniors ready to raise their game to the next level. Fast-paced drills and games encourage young players to develop rally skills and proper stroke technique. Scholarships not applicable.

AGES: Open – contact Tennis Specialist DATES: Mondays and/or Wednesdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

FEE:

$50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident 2 DAYS/WEEK : $90 ACC resident; $135 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991 *Monday class will not be held on Sept. 7 due to holiday 1 DAY/WEEK:

MVPs – Tuesday and/or Thursday

Intermediate players. Skill development and learning the tactical side of tennis for those juniors ready to raise their

SPORTS

Sports

FEE:

$50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident 2 DAYS/WEEK : $90 ACC resident; $135 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991 1 DAY/WEEK:

4 Year Old Soccer at Southeast Clarke Park

A co-ed recreational league designed for players to learn, develop and apply fundamental soccer skills. We are looking Sportstime for parents to coach teams! Team tee Children will learn games, drills and relay races to introduce the player to bas- shirt will be provided AGES: 4 (Child must be 4 years old prior to ketball, football, golf, kickball, lacrosse, soccer, and more. Participants will learn September 1, 2015 to register) DATES: September 9-October 14 rules and fundamental skills of PRACTICES AND GAMES: Wednesdays 5:45 p.m. each game. Participants must bring a -6:45 the first 30 minutes will be practice water bottle, & wear tennis shoes. time, the second half hour the children AGES: 3-4

KIDS & TEENS: SPORTS

Jingle All the Way...

Save the Date! Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 3 at 7:00 p.m. for Athens’ annual Downtown Parade of Lights.

The float-oriented parade is Athens’ largest community holiday event.

More than $2,000 in cash prizes will be given in the following categories: Originality, Best Use of Theme, and Best Use of Lights. The Mayor’s Award will be given to the best overall float. Prizes will also be awarded to the best organized performing units.

There is a $40 entry fee and the deadline to apply is November 19.

Details about parade registration can be found at www.athensclarkecounty.com/parade starting October 19.

For more information call 706-552-0529, ext. 23.

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

19

SPORTS

will scrimmage another team in the league.

FEE: $65 ACC resident, $98 Non-resident GAME LOCATION: Southeast Clarke Park, 706-613-3991 REGISTRATION: Ends Friday, August 21 OR when teams are full. at the Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center For more information contact Lauren at lauren.butzen@athensclarkecounty.com or visit athensclarkecounty.com/sports

world of movement education and basic gymnastics! Each class will end with a short story. Note: Child must be walking to participate in this class.

AGES: 12-42 months DATES: August 22–December 12 (No class Oct. 31 or Nov. 28) TIME: Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

FEE: $87 ACC resident; $131 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

Youth Soccer at Southeast Clarke Park

With parental help, students explore, receive positive reinforcement, meet new friends and learn movement skills.

Weekly themes help introduce each child to the exciting world of movement education and basic gymnastics.

AGES: 18-29 months and 30-42 months DATES: August 18 – December 2 (No class Nov. 24 or 25) TIME: Call 706-613-3589 for schedule FEE: $87 for ACC resident; $131 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

This is a co-ed recreational league designed for players to learn, develop and apply fundamental soccer skills. We are looking for parents to coach teams!

Team tee shirt will be provided AGES: 5-12 (Child must be 5 years old prior to September 1, 2015 to register) DATES: September 8-October 22 PRACTICES: U7 Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m., U9 Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m., U11 Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. and U13 Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m. all teams will practice for one hour FEE: $65 ACC resident, $98 Non-resident GAME LOCATION: Southeast Clarke Park, 706613-3589 ext. 222 REGISTRATION: Ends Friday, August 21 at the Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center OR when teams are full.

For more information contact Lauren at lauren.butzen@athensclarkecounty.com or visit athensclarkecounty.com/sports

KIDS & TEENS: GYMNASTICS

Fantastic Fridays

A fun program to take your kids to on rainy days or just to get out of the house.

Parents are required to stay and are responsible for leading their kids through various obstacle courses and fun! This program meets every Friday AGES: 10 months – 4 years DATES: August 21 – December 11 (No program October 30 or November 27) TIMES:10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION: Day of Program FEE: $5 per child per visit for ACC resident; $7.50 per child per visit Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589

Pajamanastics!

With parental help, this class will introduce each child to the exciting 20

|

Parent and Tot Gymnastics

DATES: August 17 – December 3 (No classes Sept. 7 or Nov. 23-26) TIME: Call 706-613-3589 for schedule FEE: $105 for ACC resident; $158 for Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

Shooting Stars – Level 1

The gymnasts learn skills and routines on all four events and compete these routines in a special competition at the end of the session. While no evaluation is required for participation in this class, previous gymnastics experience is required.

AGES: 4 to 5.9 years of age (Age as of September 1 of current school year) DATES: August 19 – December 2 (No class Nov. 25) TIME: Wednesday, 5:00 - 5:55 p.m.

FEE: $105 ACC resident; $158 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

All-Stars – Level 2

Similar to our Parent and Tot program except students participate without assistance (students must have either participated in our Parent and Tot program or attend day school to be eligible).

AGES: 30-42 months DATES: August 17 – December 5 (No classes September 7 or November 23-28) TIME: Call 706-613-3589 for schedule FEE: $105 ACC resident; $158 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

The gymnasts learn skills and routines on all four events and compete these routines in a special competition at the end of the session. Previous evaluation is required.

AGES: 5 – 7 years (Age as of September 1 of current school year) DATES: August 18 – December 3 (No class Nov. 24 or 26) TIME: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 p.m. – 5:25 p.m.

FEE: $140 ACC resident; $210 Non resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

Preschool Gymnastics

Gym Stars

Toddler Gymnastics

Weekly themes make each class unique, safe and fun. Students are challenged through obstacle courses. A new gymnastics skill is introduced each week.

AGES: 3.6 to 4.9 years of age DATES: August 17 – December 5 (No classes Sept. 7 or Nov. 23-28) TIME: Call 706-613-3589 for schedule FEE: $105 ACC resident; $158 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

School Aged Gymnastics

Classes for boys and girls beginner through advanced levels are offered.

Each student is taught skills in progression on each apparatus.

AGES: Pre-K and older

A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

The Gym Stars gymnasts learn skills and routines on all four events and compete these routines in a special competition.

In addition to competing at Bishop Park, this team will also travel to compete against other gyms in the metro Atlanta area. Previous evaluation is required.

AGES: 8 years and older (Age as of September 1 of current school year) DATES: August 18 – December 3 (No class Nov. 24 or 26) TIME: Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 p.m. – 6:55 p.m.

FEE: $140 ACC resident; $210 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

Athens Clarke Gymnastics Academy is pleased to announce a class that offers an increased opportunity for fitness for kids ages 9-13! A great way to get your child up and off the couch. Fit-nastics is an alternative gymnastics in that it offers students the ability to develop cardio endurance, upper body, core and lower body strength in a fun atmosphere.

AGES: 9 – 13 DATES: August 18 – December 7 (No classes Sept. 7 or Nov. 23) TIME: Monday, 5:30 p.m. – 6:25 p.m.

FEE: $105 ACC resident; $158 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589

Youth Tumbling

Calling all students with an interest in learning how to tumble! You will flip over this class! All levels are welcomed.

AGES: 9 – 12 years DATES: August 17 – December 7 (No classes Sept. 7 or Nov. 23) TIME: Monday, 4:00 p.m. – 4:55 p.m.

FEE: $105 ACC resident; $158 Non resident LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589

Teen Tumbling

You’ll flip for it! ACGA is pleased to announce a new tumbling class for students 13-16 years of age beginner through advance levels! Great class for cheer squads!!

AGES: 13 – 16 DATES: August 17 – December 7 (No classes Sept. 7 or Nov. 23) TIME: Monday, 6:30 p.m. – 7:55 p.m.

FEE: $10 per class per person ACC resident or $140 ACC resident for entire program; $15 per class per person Non-resident or $210 Non resident for entire session LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589

KIDS & TEENS: TENNIS

Aces – Monday or Wednesday

A great introduction to tennis for the youngest of players through motor skills training, progression-based stroke development, and game-based learning.

Smaller court, smaller racquets, slower balls with the same BIG FUN! Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 5-6 DATES: Mondays or Wednesdays

SESSION I: Starting week of August 31

(5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 3:15-4:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991 *Monday class will not be held on Sept. 7 due to holiday

Aces – Tuesday or Thursday

A great introduction to tennis for the youngest of players through motor skills training, progression-based stroke development, and game-based learning.

Smaller court, smaller racquets, slower balls with the same BIG FUN! Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 5-6 DATES: Tuesdays or Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 3:15-4:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991

SPORTS

Fit-nastics

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

technique in a fun and positive environment. Forehand, backhand, serve and volley will be introduced through small group instruction & games. Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 7-10 DATES: Mondays or Wednesdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991 *Monday class will not be held on Sept. 7 due to holiday

Smashers I – Tuesday or Thursday

Beginning players. Designed for juniors seeking to learn proper grips and technique in a fun and positive environment.

Forehand, backhand, serve and volley will be introduced through small group instruction & games. Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 7-10 DATES: Tuesdays or Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 Youth Tennis: An Intro to Play (5 lessons) After fall tennis lessons end and before TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Thanksgiving break begins, bring your FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident child to the Athens-Clarke County LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Tennis Center for a week of tennis PLAY. Center, 706-613-3991 Open only to graduates of a fall session class, this week-long 1 hour program Smashers II –Monday or Wednesday shows kids how they can use their For graduates of Smashers I. Designed newly acquired tennis skills for actual for further technique development in a tennis matches! Kids will be taught fun and positive environment. Forehand, tennis match rules, scoring and strategy backhand, serve and volley will be taught Monday-Thursday. On Friday we play a in further detail through small group laid-back round robin tournament when instruction & games. Junior racquets a “King & Queen of the Court” will be provided. crowned!

AGES: 7-10 AGES: 5-16 DATES: Mondays or Wednesdays DATES: Monday, November 16-Friday, SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 November 20 (5 lessons) TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 FEE: $25 ACC resident; $38 Non-resident (5 lessons) LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Center, 706-613-3991 FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Smashers I – Monday or Wednesday Center, 706-613-3991 Beginning players. Designed for juniors *Monday class will not be held on Sept. 7 seeking to learn proper grips and due to holiday Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

21

SPORTS

Smashers II –Tuesday or Thursday

For graduates of Smashers I. Designed for further technique development in a fun and positive environment. Forehand, backhand, serve and volley will be taught in further detail through small group instruction & games. Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 7-10 DATES: Tuesdays or Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991

Hot Shots – Monday or Wednesday

Beginning players. Designed for juniors seeking to learn proper grips and technique in a fun and positive environment.

Forehand, backhand, serve and volley will be introduced through small group instruction & games. Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 11-16 DATES: Mondays or Wednesdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991 *Monday class will not be held on Sept. 7 due to holiday

Hot Shots – Tuesday or Thursday

Beginning players. Designed for juniors seeking to learn proper grips and technique in a fun and positive environment.

Forehand, backhand, serve and volley will be introduced through roup instruction & games. Junior racquets provided.

AGES: 11-16 DATES: Tuesdays or Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991 22

|

It Only Takes 4 to Tennis Tango!

Have a group of kids or adults interested in tennis lessons, but our program times don’t fit your schedule? With a group of 4 or more, one of our fabulous instructors can host a 5-lesson session for you!

Contact Jordan Dean, Tennis Specialist Jordan.Dean@athensclarkecounty.com for more information.

Individual private lessons also available.

Scholarships not applicable.

ADULTS: SPORTS

Adult Fall Soccer

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services adult fall soccer program will begin soon. So gather your co-workers, friends and church members and join the ACC adult spring soccer program.

League Categories: COED and Over 35 Divisions.

SEASON BEGINS: Thursday, August 20 FEE: $450 (8 games) additional $50 for Playoff Teams LOCATION: TBD REGISTRATION: Ends Monday, August 6 REGISTRATION SITE: Bishop Park Office: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

GAME DAYS: Thursday Night’s GAME TIMES: Matches start at 6:30 p.m.

Managers Meeting: TBD TOURNAMENT: There will be a tournament at the end of the season. The top four teams in each league will be seeded.

Adult Fall Softball

The adult fall softball program will begin soon. So gather your co-workers, friends and church members and join the ACC adult spring softball program.

League Categories: Men’s Church, Tuesday Open, Men’s and Women’s Open, Family Church, and Coed Leagues.

Season Begins: Monday, August 17 Family Church League: Saturday, August 22 FEE: $400 (8 games) additional $50 for Playoff Teams REGISTRATION DATE: Ends Thursday, August 6, REGISTRATION SITE: Bishop Park Office: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

GAME DAYS: Mondays-Thursdays RAINOUT DAY: Fridays (if needed) GAME TIMES: 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.

MANAGERS MEETING: TBD

A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

League games will be played on the following nights: COED: Monday Nights at Bishop Park TUESDAY OPEN: Tuesday Nights at Bishop Park WOMEN’S OPEN: Wednesday Nights at Bishop Park MEN’S OPEN: Wednesday Nights at Southeast Park (possibly Tuesday Nights at Bishop Park) MEN’S CHURCH: Thursday Nights at Bishop Park FAMILY CHURCH: Saturday Mornings at Trail Creek Park CONTACT PERSON: Ben Nyquist 706-613-3589 or ben.nyquist@athensclarkecounty.com

ADULTS: GYMNASTICS

Adult Tumbling

Calling all former gymnasts, cheerleaders and anyone with an interest in learning how to tumble! You will flip over this class! All levels are welcomed. Meet new friends and get back into shape.

AGES: 17 and older DATES: August 19 – December 2 (No class November 25) TIME: Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:25 p.m.

FEE: $10 per class per person ACC resident or $140 ACC resident for entire program; $15 per class per person Non-resident or $210 Non resident for entire session LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589

Adults: Tennis 101 – Monday or Wednesday

For beginning adults, especially those with a child in Smashers I or II (held at the same hour)! Students will learn fundamentals of tennis, including forehand, backhand, serve and volley.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Mondays or Wednesdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991 **Register yourself for 101 & register your child for Smashers I or II and receive $10 off**

For beginning adults. Students will learn fundamentals of tennis, including forehand, backhand, serve and volley.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Wednesdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991

Tennis 101 – Tuesday or Thursday

For beginning adults, especially those with a child in Smashers I or II (held at the same hour)! Students will learn fundamentals of tennis, including forehand, backhand, serve and volley.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Tuesdays or Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens -Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991 **Register yourself for 101 & register your child for Smashers I or II and receive $10 off**

Tennis 101

For beginning adults. Students will learn fundamentals of tennis, including forehand, backhand, serve and volley.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991

Tennis 201

Prerequisite Tennis 101 or some playing experience required. Designed to further improve stroke techniques.

Consistency, strategy, and court positioning will be covered.

AGES: 18 and older

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S

Wednesdays Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991

18 and older Mondays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident; Drop-in: $10 LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3991

DATES:

SESSION I:

Tennis 201

Prerequisite Tennis 101 or some playing experience required. Designed to further improve stroke techniques. Consistency, strategy, and court positioning will be covered.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II :Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991

Cardio Tennis

Love tennis? Love fitness? Bounce to the beat with our tennis-inspired workout! A fun alternative to standard tennis clinic, Cardio Tennis is a high energy fitness activity that combines the best features of the sport with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full body workout! All skill levels welcome.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Thursdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 8:00-9:00 p.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident; Drop-in: $10 LOCATION: Athens -Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991

SPORTS

Tennis 101

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

AGES:

DATES:

Cardio Tennis

Love tennis? Love fitness? Bounce to the beat with our tennis-inspired workout! A fun alternative to standard tennis clinic, Cardio Tennis is a high energy fitness activity that combines the best features of the sport with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full body workout! All skill levels welcome.

AGES: 18 and older DATES: Tuesdays SESSION I: Starting week of August 31 (5 lessons) SESSION II: Starting week of October 19 (5 lessons) TIME: 9:00-10:00 a.m.

FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident; Drop-in: $10 LOCATION: Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, 706-613-3991

Cardio Tennis

Love tennis? Love fitness? Bounce to the beat with our tennis-inspired workout! A fun alternative to standard tennis clinic, Cardio Tennis is a high energy fitness activity that combines the best features of the sport with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full body workout! All skill levels welcome.

Program registration for non-county residents begins Wednesday, August 5

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

|

23

ACC Leisure Services PARKS & FACILITIES

Parks & Facilities Ben Burton Park 616 Mitchell Bridge Road / 706-613-3801 Fishing, Grills, Picnic Tables Bishop Park 705 Sunset Drive / 706-613-3589

BBQ Building, Gymnastics Center, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Meeting Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Paved Walking Trail, Picnic Area, Playground, Softball Fields, MultiUse Field, Tennis Courts

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Drive / 706-613-3801 Fishing, Paved Walking Paths, Picnic Tables East Athens Community Center 400 McKinley Drive / 706-613-3593

Arts and Crafts Room, Computer Lab, Fitness Room, Full Service Kitchen, Game Room, Gymnasium, Multi-Purpose Field, Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Resource Library, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Tennis Courts

East Athens Educational Dance Center 390 McKinley Drive / 706-613-3624

Dance Studios, Full Service Kitchen, Locker Rooms, MultiPurpose Room, Performance Hall

Holland Youth Sports Complex 250 Vincent Drive / 706-613-3604

Baseball/Softball Fields, Concession Stands, Playground, Soccer Fields

Lay Park and Community Center 297 Hoyt Street / 706-613-3596

Baseball/Football Field, Computer Lab, Game Room, Fitness Room, Gymnasium, Full Service Kitchen, Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Resource Library, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Tennis Court

Lyndon House Arts Center 293 Hoyt Street / 706-613-3623

500 Seat-Auditorium/Theatre, Concessions Area, Meeting Rooms

North Oconee River Greenway Office: 705 Sunset Drive / 706-613-3801

Approximately 7.5 Miles of Natural Surface and Paved MultiUse Paths

Reese and Pope Park 375 Reese Street / 706-613-3801

Basketball Court, Picnic Shelter, Playground

Rocksprings Park 291 Henderson Extension / 706-613-3602

Athletic Field, Catering Kitchen, Community Center, Game Room, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Picnic Pavilion, Playgrounds, Splash Pad, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Road / 706-613-3615

Education & Visitor Center, ADA Trail, Class Rooms, Gift Shop, Live Animal Exhibits, Log House, Nature Trails, Outdoor Classroom, Picnic Tables, Walker Hall Classroom, Wildlife Viewing Area

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Road / 706-613-3631

260-Acre Lake, Basketball Courts, Beach, Boat Ramp, Disc Golf Course (22-Hole), Dog Parks (3 private; 1 public), Fishing Pier, Hiking Trails (3), Horse Trails, Multi-Purpose Room, Picnic Pavilion, Picnic Shelters (9), Playgrounds (2), Sand Volleyball Court, Tennis Courts

Satterfield Park 3028 Cherokee Road / 706-613-3871

Athletic Fields, Concession Stand, Playground, Tennis Courts

Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Road / 706-613-3871

Concession Stand, Dog Park, Multi Purpose Field, Nature Trail, Playground, Skate Park, Soccer Fields, Softball Fields, Tennis Courts, WOW Playground

Galleries, Studios, Catering Kitchen, Classrooms, Festival Grounds, Garden Terrace, Gift Shop, Historic House

Tennis Center 4460 Lexington Road / 706-613-3991 Meeting Room, Pavilion, Tennis Courts

Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Drive / 706-613-3580

Trail Creek Park 200 Trail Creek Street / 706-208-0185

Black box theatre, Catering Kitchen, Dog Park, Fishing, Lake, Meeting Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Recreation Hall, Swimming Pool & Bathhouse, Walking Trail, 5-Acre Zoo

24

Morton Theatre 195 West Washington Street / 706-613-3770

| A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

Bike Trail, Football/Soccer Fields, Outdoor Fitness Equipment, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Softball Field, Splash Pad, Trail

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 F O R A CC R E S I D E N T S 1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9

MAP

2

7

15 18

16 19 1

17 20

12 14

14 17

W AY

RK PA

10 12

13 15 4

21

86

5 6

21 18

13 North Oconee River Park MLK Parkway

14 Reese and Pope Park 395 Pope Street

15 Rocksprings Park 291 Henderson Ext.

16 Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Road

17 Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Road

18 Satterfield Park 3028 Cherokee Park

19 Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Road

20 Tennis Center 4460 Lexington Road

20 23

11 13

9 10 8

12 14

21 Trail Creek Park 200 Trail Creek Street

19 22

16

25

|

Visit athensclarkecounty.com/leisure for details on these and other programs

acc leisure services facilities and parks Administrative/Internal Services Offices The Allen House 205 Old Commerce Road

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Drive

Ben Burton Park 616 Mitchell Bridge Road

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Drive

East Athens Community Center 400 McKinley Drive

East Athens Educational Dance Center 390 McKinley Drive

Holland Youth Sports Complex 250 Vincent Drive

Lay Park 297 Hoyt Street

3

Lyndon House Arts Center 293 Hoyt Street

10 Memorial Park; Bear Hollow Zoo; Quinn Hall 293 Gran Ellen Drive 11 Morton Theatre 195 West Washington Street 12 North Oconee River Greenway 205 Old Commerce Road

ML K

FA L L R E G I S T R AT I O N B E G I N S

SPORTS

ACC Leisure Services General Information

ADA Accessibility

ACC Leisure Services facilities are ADA accessible.

If you have any questions or concerns in this area, call 706-613-3580.

Program Accommodation

ACC Leisure Services encourages and supports inclusion of individuals with special needs in all general programs. If you would like to participate and need accommodation, call 706-613-3580.

Upcoming Registration Dates: Fall 2015 Fall Program Registration Begins: Saturday, August 1, 2015 (ACC residents) Wednesday, August 5, 2015 (Non-residents) Registration Fees:

Fees are due at the time of registration. Checks should be made payable to “Athens-Clarke County.”

All payments made using a credit card will be charged a $3 “convenience fee” to be added to the cost of services. There is not an additional fee charged for payments made with a debit card.

Refund Policy:

• If a class or program is canceled due to insufficient enrollment or other reason, ACC Leisure Services will issue a full refund to all registered individuals.

• No refunds will be granted after the start of the program or class. Collected fees of less than $5 will not be refunded (unless the department cancels the program or class).

• Refund requests must be received no less than seven (7) business days prior to the first day of class or program.

• Refunds will be assessed a 25% administrative fee.

• After the seven (7) day deadline, refunds will not be granted without a written medical excuse from a licensed physician.

26

|

A C C L E I S U R E S E R V I C E S P R O G R A M & E V E N T S G U I D E : FA L L 2 0 1 5

Scholarships

Any Athens-Clarke County resident under the age of 18 is eligible for consideration for a scholarship. A list of required documents to determine scholarship eligibility is available by calling 706-613-3800 or at www.athensclarkecounty.com/scholarships Scholarships do not cover admission, entrance, field trips, rental fees, or adult programs.

Parents must apply for a scholarship prior to the day of program registration.

All scholarships expire June 30 and must be renewed.

Smoking Policy

Sec. 4-3-2. Smoking Prohibited in Athens-Clarke County Facilities. Smoking shall be prohibited in all enclosed facilities of, including buildings owned, leased, operated by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County. Smoking shall be prohibited within the boundaries of any park, youth sports complex, or recreation area owned, leased, or operated by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, including any open area within such park, youth sports complex, or recreation area.

Rental Information:

Several ACC Leisure Services facilities offer rental opportunities. Visit the Rentals page at www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure or call 706-613-3800 for details.

ACC LEISURE SERVICES ADMINISTRATION Administrative Office The Allen House 205 Old Commerce Road 706-613-3800 Scholarship Information 706-613-3800 www.athensclarkecounty.com/ scholarships