Late Winter/Spring 2011 Program Guide

LATE WINTER/SPRING 2011 PROGRAM & EVENTS GUIDE

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Unleash Your Inner Artist at the 36th Juried Art Exhibition www.accleisureservices.com

Late Winter/ SpringRegistration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

On the Cover:

Juried Art Exhibition at Lyndon House Arts Center Photo by Shannon Williams

Every field of human endeavor has its own form of competition, from athletic tournaments to academic bowls to various contests of skills. Competition or some form of assessment by renowned professionals in a chosen field offers practitioners a way to gauge achievement and to redefine goals as they develop.

Art is no different. Though competition in the field of visual arts is more subjective than an athletic race where the clock is the judge, professional art competitions do exist in the form of “juried exhibitions.�

Artists submit their artwork to be reviewed by the exhibition juror, who selects which pieces will be shown in the gallery. The juror also chooses awards.

Juried art exhibitions can be found tucked in almost every corner of the world.

Not surprisingly, the variety of shows differs almost as much as the diverse places they are found. The Lyndon House Arts Center Juried Exhibition is held for a cultured and educated community, home to high numbers of artists, many of whom exhibit nationally and internationally. The exhibition has attracted top professionals in the art world as jurors and is highly anticipated each year by artists, patrons and the general public alike.

-Dr. Frances Van Keuren, Professor Emerita of Art, Lamar Dodd School of Art, The University of Georgia Learn more about the 36th Juried Art Exhibition on page 4.

(February 20 - May 10, 2011)

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Last Chance...Registration continues for December Events DECK THE WALLS For the holiday season, the LHAC Gallery Shop extends into the Lower Atrium Gallery. In addition to popular gift items, area artists are offering wreaths, garlands, ornaments, and other seasonal decorations.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Tuesday-Saturday, November 23-January 5 Time: Noon - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: All items are original and handmade and are for sale Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE This open house is centered around a display of traditional holiday decorations in the historic WareLyndon House, which will include hands-on crafts for the whole family, as well as musical and theatrical performances.

Ages: All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult Date: Saturday, December 11 Time:10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA (SANDY CREEK NATURE CENTER) Join Santa for breakfast, and enjoy crafts and activities for children as well as your chance to talk to Jolly Old St. Nick (photo included).

Ages: For families Program Date: Saturday, December 11 Time: 8:00-8:45 a.m. OR 10:1510:45 a.m., Members Only 9:0010:00 a.m.

Fee: Cost per participant is $5 ACC resident; $7 Non-resident Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 X 0

SANTA’S WORKSHOP Come for a night of fun and games.

Make your own holiday decoration and have an opportunity to visit Santa.

Ages: K- 5th Grade Program Date: Wednesday, December 15 Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA (MEMORIAL PARK) Join St. Nick for breakfast, and enjoy crafts and activities for children as well as your chance to talk to Kris Kringle himself! (Photo included).

Pre-registration required by December 15. Space is limited to 40 people per session. Call (706) 613-3580 for more information or to register.

Ages: For families, children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult Program Date: Saturday, December 18 Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m. OR 10:0010:45 a.m.

Fee: $5 ACC resident; $7 Nonresident, ages 2 and younger free.

Location: Memorial Park, (706) 6133580 SNOWFLAKE SHUFFLE Holiday dance party with cookie decorating, red and green face painting, Christmas Bingo, and pictures with The Grinch, Santa, Mrs. Claus, or Saint Nicholas!

Ages: Toddlers - 12 years Program Date: Saturday, December 18 Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Fee: $3 ACC resident; $5 Nonresident. Photos w/ characters $1 per print Location: Rocksprings Park, (706) 613-3603 HOLIDAY MOVIE CLASSICS MINICAMP NEW! We’ll spend three days discussing holiday classics: “It’s a Wonderful Life,” “Miracle on 34th Street,” “The Grinch,” “Home Alone” and others.

We’ll enjoy some games, crafts, and snacks related to each. We’ll finish up our last day with a trip to the movies to see a current holiday feature! Please bring a bag lunch each day. Pre-registration required and ends December 15. Minimum 10 participants, maximum 30 participants.

Ages: Elementary School Students Program Dates: MondayWednesday, December 20-22 Time: 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $45 ACC resident; $68 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, (706) 613-3580 HOLIDAY HULLABALOO NEW! Join in Parkview’s holiday celebration as we enjoy cocoa, seasonal crafts, games, and a sing-a-long led by the Parkview Songbirds.

Ages: 18 months - 12 years Program Date: Tuesday, December 21 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-ACC resident, Photos with Santa are an additional $1 Location: Parkview Community Center, (706) 613-3601 WINTER EXPLORERS MINI CAMP Join us for this three day program.

Each day we will explore nature, make crafts and share a snack.

Ages: 4-12 Program Date: Tuesday, December 21-Thursday, December 23 Time: 9:30-12:30 p.m.

Fee: $16 ACC resident, $24 Nonresident Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 X 0 BIKE SAFETY This program teaches the correct techniques of riding a bicycle while staying safe.

Ages: 7 - 18 Program Dates: Friday, December 31 Time: 2:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

Arts Programs

Art Exhibitions PERIOD DECORATIVE ARTS C.18401890 AND ATHENS HISTORY MUSEUM DISPLAY The Ware-Lyndon House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and represents a blend of the Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Museum quality memorabilia highlight significant aspects of Athens history.

Ages: All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult Program Date: Ongoing Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: Noon–9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 HANDS THAT CAN DO: AFRICAN AMERICAN QUILTERS OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA An exhibition which honors the lives and work of twelve women from DeKalb, Clarke, Greene, and Oglethorpe counties who have found joy and community around the quilting frame.

Ages: All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult Program Date: October 5–January 19 Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: Noon–9:00 p.m.; Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 CHINESE BRUSH PAINTED SCROLLS, PAINTINGS, AND CALLIGRAPHY I-Hsiung Ju is one of few Chinese artists able to blend two worlds of style, technique, and idiom to produce unique forms of brush painting, which is both modern and traditionally Oriental. Also works by Virginia Lloyd-Davies and Egbert Ennulat.

Ages: All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult

Program Date: October 23–January 19 Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: Noon–9:00 p.m.; Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 FLOATING FETCHING FOWLING An exhibition by local artists Nancy Lloyd, Caroline Montague, and Ouida Williams. Works in painting, drawing, mixed media, and three dimensions are accompanied by insights into each artist’s individual creative process.

Ages: All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult Program Date: October 24–January 19 Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: Noon-9:00 p.m.; Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 CALL FOR ARTISTS - 36TH JURIED EXHIBITION The 36th Juried Exhibition is a professionally oriented art competition open to Athens area artists working in all visual media. For more information and requirements, or to receive a guidelines flyer, call (706) 613-3623.

Ages: 18 years and older Date/Time: Thursday, January 27 from 12:30–8:30 p.m.; Friday, January 28 from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

FIRM FINAL DEADLINE - NO SUBMISSIONS AFTER 4:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28!

Fee: $20 non-refundable entry fee for submission of 1-3 works for each artist Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 36TH JURIED EXHIBITION A professionally oriented art competition. This exhibition promises something for everyone in a wide range of high quality art works in a variety of media, styles, and concepts.

Ages: All ages, children must be

accompanied by an adult Program Date: February 20–May 10 Gala Reception: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 20 Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: Noon–9:00 p.m.; Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623

Registration for Non-County Residents Begins Wednesday, November 24

Auditions “THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB” by Jesse Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Five Southern women, whose friendships began on their college swim team, set aside a long weekend every August to recharge those relationships, laugh and meddle in each other’s lives.

Ages: 18 and older Program Date: Monday January 10 and Tuesday, January 11 Time: 6:30–9:30 p.m. (No appointment necessary) Location: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, (706) 613-3628

Performances/Events Tickets for Morton Theatre events can be purchased at the Morton Theatre Box Office in person, by phone, or at www.mortontheatre.com unless otherwise noted.

ATHENS CREATIVE THEATRE ARTS KIDS SHOWS “RUMPELSTILTSKIN” School tours or “in house”children’s theatre (one act-40 minute play).

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Children are assigned “roles” in the play. Some are sheep, cows, woodchoppers, townspeople, or are selected to take part in the play itself.

Ages: K-5th Grade Program Date: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; September– April Time: Upon request Fee: $2 per child (with a minimum of 175 students) Location: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park for ‘in house” performances and at participating schools for school tours, (706) 613-3628 INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP OF COLLEGIATE A CAPELLA QUARTERFINALS Presented by Varsity Vocals and the UGA Accidentals The south quarterfinal of the ICCA featuring groups from around the southeast, all vying for two advancing spots to the semi-final round. www.theugaaccidentals.com Ages: All Ages Program Date: Saturday, February 5 Time: TBA Fee: TBA Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771 LIVE ART Live Art will focus on the sweethearts of the stage and what comes after they have sung their hearts out and fate has presented them with little bundles of joy!

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Friday, February 11; Saturday, February 12; Friday, February 18; Saturday, February 19; and Sunday, February 20 Time: Friday, February 11; Friday, February 12; Saturday, February 19 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, February 20 at 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $15 adults, $12 seniors/students, and children ($2 off ticket price for groups of 10 or more) Location: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, (706) 613-3628 “IF IT AIN’T GOT THAT SWING” Presented by University of Georgia African American Cultural Center Entertaining and enlightening, this play confronts age-old stereotypes

faced by African Americans with a twist of inspiration and laughter.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Saturday, February 12 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Fee: TBD Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771 “I HAVE A DREAM” Presented by Theatre IV America www.theatreiv.org The phenomenal impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is chronicled in this compelling dramatization (Grades 3 – Adult). Each performance lasts approximately one hour.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Wednesday, February 16 Time: 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $7.50-$10 Tickets must be purchased IN ADVANCE ONLY by calling (800) 275-5005, or online at www.theatreiv.org Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771 EAST ATHENS EDUCATIONAL DANCE CENTER ANNUAL DANCE PRODUCTION “Inspired to Be Free” Presented by the East Athens Educational Dance Center.

This 24th annual dance production features the talented students of the East Athens Educational Dance Center in various dance styles including tap, ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop, and more.

Ages: All Ages Program Date & Time: Thursday, February 24: 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.– School Performances Friday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. (A Performance for Special Interest Groups Only) Saturday, February 26: 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, February 27: 3:00 p.m.

Fee: To reserve tickets for a school performance, please call (706) 6133624.

Tickets for all other performances are $10 in advance beginning on Monday, February 14, and $12 day of performance Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771

MISS MARIGOLD PAGEANT Presented by the City of Winterville www.cityofwinterville.com A scholarship pageant for grades 1-12, part of the City of Winterville’s annual Marigold Festival.

Ages; All Ages Program Date: Saturday, March 19 Time: 7:30 p.m.

Fee: TBA please call (706) 742-3378 (FEST) Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771 “THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB”

By Jesse Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten Five Southern women, whose friendships began on their college swim team, set aside a long weekend every August to recharge those relationships, laugh and meddle in each other’s lives.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Friday, April 1; Saturday, April 2; Sunday, April 3; Friday, April 8; Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April at 10 Time: Friday, April 1; Saturday, April 2; Friday, April 8; and Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, April 3 and Sunday, April at 10 at 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $15 adults, $12 seniors/students, and children ($2 off ticket price for groups of 10 or more) Location: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, (706) 613-3628 “DEARLY DEPARTED” Presented by UGA Black Theatrical Ensemble Despite efforts to pull themselves together for their father’s funeral, the Turpin Family’s other problems overshadow the occasion in a seldom tidy and always hilarious fashion.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Friday, April 3– Sunday, April 5 Time: 7:30 p.m.

Fee: $5 w/UGA ID, $7 without. For tickets call the UGA Tate Center Cashier’s Window at (706) 542-8074.

Location: Morton Theatre (706) 6133771 UGAPALOOZA Presented by UGA Accidentals www.theugaaccidentals.com

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents The annual a cappella invitational hosted by the UGA Accidentals.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Saturday, April 16 Time: TBA Admission: TBA Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771

MISS BLACK ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY TEEN PAGEANT Presented by The Miss Black ACC Teen Pageant Committee 36th Annual pageant with contestants from the ACC School District ranging in ages 13-18. These talented young women will compete in various areas.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Sunday, April 24 Time: 5:00 p.m.

Fee: TBA. Tickets may be purchased from pageant contestants and committee members and at the Morton Theatre Box Office on the day of the show (pending availability).

Location: Morton Theatre, (706) 6133771 EAST ATHENS EDUCATIONAL DANCE CENTER 2011 ANNUAL DANCE RECITAL Ages: All Ages Program Date: Saturday, April 30 and Sunday May 1.

Time: 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $3; Tickets go on sale Monday, April 18 at the East Athens Educational Dance Center Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center Presentation Hall, (706) 613-3624

Kids and Teens Art Classes 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) 613-3623, ext. 225.

ART TIME FOR 6-8 YEAR OLDS Students will learn about line, shape, color, drawing, painting, and explore art techniques. We

will combine imagination, the basics of art and a little artist inspiration to create beautiful art!

Ages: 6-8 Program Date: 6 Tuesdays, January 11–February 15 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $5 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $5 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 CREATING MY OWN STORYBOOK FOR HOMESCHOOL STUDENTS Using their wonderful imaginations, students will make a simple story board (layout of pictures and words) for the beautiful book they will create.

Instructor: Toni Carlucci Ages: 6-9 Program Date: 6 Wednesdays, January 12–February 16 Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $5 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $5 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 ART TIME FOR 4–6 YEAR OLDS With books as inspiration, we will explore art techniques, creativity, color, and textures, and gain artistic skills to use for a lifetime. Be prepared to get messy and have fun!

Ages: 4-6 Program Date and Time: Session I: 6 Wednesdays, January 12–February 16: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Session II: 6 Tuesdays, March 15- April 19; 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Session III: 6 Wednesdays, March 16–April 20, Time 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $5 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $5 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 DRAWING AND PAINTING STORIES FOR 6-8 YEAR OLDS Students will make a book, comprised

of pictures and stories they create.

They will develop their drawing and painting skills and express their vivid imaginations in the process.

Instructor: Toni Carlucci Ages: 6-8 Program Date: 6 Thursdays, January 13–February 17 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $5 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $5 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 TEENS ON CANVAS A great beginning and intermediate class for teens! Students learn about painting on canvas paper, and canvas board using acrylics. You pick your themes, non-stress environment.

Instructor: Jim StipeMaas Ages: 11 and older Program Date: Session I: 6 Thursdays, January 13–February 17 Session II: 6 Thursdays, March 17–April 21 Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.

Fee: $47 ACC resident plus $6 materials fee; $71 Nonresident plus $6 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 TEEN CARTOON ILLUSTRATOR’S CLUB This informal gathering of teens, who like to draw Anime and cartoons of all kinds, usually are a discussion of recent drawings and characters led by cartoonist artist Robert Brown.

Winter Meeting Dates: Thursday, January 13 and 27; February 10 and 24 Spring Meeting Dates: Thursdays, March 10 and 24; April 7 and 21; May 5 and 19 Fee: $5 for pizza and soft drink Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 ART FOR HOMESCHOOL STUDENTS Students will explore various artists and art techniques. Drawing skills will focus on observation by drawing

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents objects from nature. Students will become proficient in color mixing.

Ages: 6-9 Program Date: 6 Wednesdays, March 16-April 20 Time: 11:00 a.m.–Noon Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $5 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $5 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 EXPLORATIONS IN ART 7-10 YEAR OLDS This class is designed to strengthen student’s ability to use lines, shapes, value and color for creative expression. Using this growing ability to create, along with the new drawing techniques they will learn, students will create imaginative and wonderful images.

Ages: 7-10 Program Date: 6 Thursdays, March 17–April 21 Time: 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $6 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $6 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 SPRING BREAK ART BREAK We will explore our 8 art studios and you will use your creativity to design, build, paint, sculpt or draw your own artwork. Your artwork will be inspired by a guest artist who will show you the work he/she has in the 36th Juried Exhibition and share ideas to spark your imagination. Bring a lunch, a mid-morning snack and drink in a container that will keep food cool.

Ages: 6-12 Program Date: Session I: Tuesday, March 8; Session II: Thursday, March 10 Time: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Fee: $35 ACC resident plus $15 materials fee; $53 Nonresident plus $15 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623

ARTS AND CRAFTS This after school program consists of teaching arts and crafts and allows children to create their own artwork.

Ages: 6 – 15 Program Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593

Adult Art Classes JEWELRY/ METALSMITHING This class will focus on jewelry and metals as an art form rather than a mode of production. We’ll focus on techniques such as piercing, soldering, stone setting, chasing, appliqué, and inlay.

Instructor: Courtney Pendergrast Ages: Adult Program Date: Session I: 6 Tuesdays, January 4–February 8 Session II: 6 Tuesdays, March 29–May Time: 6:30–8:30 p. m.

Fee: $83 ACC resident plus $10 supply fee; $125 Nonresident plus $10 supply fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 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 their own subject matter or works in progress.

Instructor: Charles Warnock Ages: Adult Program Date: 8 Tuesdays, January 11–March 1 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 DRAWING Students will explore different drawing techniques and tools such as pencil, charcoal, pen and ink and ink wash. With these techniques, you’ll create drawings of choice (i.e. still life, nature, florals).

Instructor: Toni Carlucci Ages: Adult Program Date: Session I: 6 Wednesdays, January 12–February 16 Session II: 6 Wednesdays, March 16-April 20 Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Fee: $83 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident Location: Lyndon House Arts Center (706) 613-3623 WATERCOLOR PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATES Discover watercolor techniques from cover wash methods, glazes, wet-intowet, brushstrokes, correcting mistakes and the selection of proper materials.

Instructor: Par Ramey Ages: Adult Program Date: Session I: 6 Thursdays, January 13–February 17 Session II: 6 Thursdays, March 17–April 21 Time: 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Fee: $83 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 EXPLORATION IN PRINTMAKING An introduction to several different printmaking processes and techniques such as etching, relief printing, and monotype. It also gives students with previous experience an opportunity to build on their basic skills. Materials for the first class will be provided.

Instructor: Jenn Manzella Ages: Adults Program Date: 6 Thursdays,

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents January 13–February 17 Time: 6:00–8:30 p.m.

Fee: $105 ACC resident plus $10 materials fee; $157 Nonresident plus $10 materials fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center (706) 613-3623

March 15–May 3 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

HANDS THAT CAN DO WORKSHOP Inspired by the exhibition of quilts from African-American Quilters of Northeast Georgia, come join us as we explore the history and meaning behind the quilts. We will feature a gallery exploration of the quilts and create an artistic treasure.

Ages: Adult Program Date: Saturday, January 15 Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Fee: $14 ACC resident; $21 Non-resident Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623

PRINTMAKING II This course will further develop skills learned from basic class in different printmaking processes and techniques such as etching, relief printing, and monotype. Materials for the first class will be provided.

Ages: Adult Date: 6 Thursdays, March 17–April 21 Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Fee: $105 ACC resident plus $10 supply fee; $157 Nonresident plus $10 supply fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623

INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY/ METALSMITHING This class will give students who have previously taken the beginner class the opportunity to learn more advanced techniques in the art of jewelry making.

Instructor: Courtney Pendergrast Ages: Adult Program Date: 6 Tuesdays, February 15–March 22 Time: 6:30–8:30 p. m.

Fee: $83 ACC resident plus $10 supply fee; $125 Nonresident plus $10 supply fee Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 PAINTING Students will enjoy individualized approach for the advanced beginner and intermediate painters. Students bring in their own subject matter or works in progress for easel side instruction on an individual basis. Students bring their own painting supplies and canvas or other painting surface.

Ages: Adult Program Date: 8 Tuesdays,

CHARITY QUILTING BEE If you love to quilt, join this friendly group of quilters who create quilts for charities. This is a quilting bee of the Cotton Patch Quilt Guild, but the public is invited.

Ages: Adult Program Date: Ongoing on Wednesdays Time: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623 PRINTMAKERS COOPERATIVE This group of printmakers of all experience levels meets most Saturday mornings to learn from each other and work on their projects. Bring your own supplies and projects.

Ages: Adults Program Date: Most Fridays Time: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Fee: Students share expenses Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3623

Senior Art Classes BEGINNING CERAMICS Choose a pre-made piece to paint in our art room.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Mondays, Beginning January 10 Time: 10:00 a.m.

Fee: Ranges by piece from $2 - $15 Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

Kids and Teens Dance Classes For complete registration information and requirements for East Athens Educational Dance Center programs, please call (706) 613-3624 or visit www.accleisureservices.com 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 30 & May 1, providing they meet the requirements.

MY BALLET CLASS 1 AND CLASS 2 Open level class for the beginning to moderately trained student.

This class introduces the student to the fundamentals of ballet.

Birth certificate is required for children 6 years and under.

Class limited to 15 students.

Ages: Kindergarten age 5-2nd grade (age 8) Program Date: Mondays, January 24-April 25 Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Studio B1 Fee: $21 for 12 week program ACC resident; $32 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 BALLET FOR GRACE & POSTURE Open level class for the beginning to moderately trained student.

This class introduces the student to the fundamentals of ballet.

Class is limited to 15 students.

Ages: 3rd grade; age 8-15 years Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Studio B1 Fee: $21 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $32 for 12 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 students.

This class introduces the wide range of rhythmic possibilities in dance. Birth certificate required to register children 6 years and under.

Class limited to 20 students.

Ages: Kindergarten age 5-12 Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Studio A Fee: $21 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $32 for 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 MODERN DANCE Open level class for the beginning to moderately trained students-learning various modern dance techniques ranging in improvisation to Horton.

The use of streamers, fabric, and other objects will be incorporated.

Class limited to 15 students.

Ages: 3rd grade age 8-15 Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Studio A Fee: $23 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $35 for 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624

HIP HOP RHYTHM & STYLE Open level of fun and exciting old and new school style Hip Hop. Music selections are clean and age appropriate. Birth certificate is required for children 6 years and under. Class limited to 20 students.

Ages: Kindergarten age 5-12 Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Studio B2 Fee: $21 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $32 for 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 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.

Each class limited to 12 students.

Ages: Preschool age 4-5 Program Date and Times: Class 1: Wednesdays, January 26-April 27, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Studio A; Class 2: Thursday, January 27-April 28, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Studio A Fee: $29 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $44 for 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 FUNKY JAZZ DANCE Jazz dance utilizes popular dance styles in a vigorous and enjoyable physical workout with jazz dance structure. Birth certificate is required to register children 6 years and under. Class limited to 15 students.

Ages: Kindergarten age 5-12 Program Date: Wednesdays, January 26-April 27 Time: 4:30- 5:30 p.m. Studio A Fee: $23 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $35 for 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational

Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 PRAISE DANCE Students will learn a variety of interpretive and expressive movements to music ranging in contemporary gospel, hip hop gospel, and old spirituals. No religious teachings.

Class limited to 15 students.

Ages: 3rd grade age 8-15 Program Date: Wednesdays, January 26-April 27 Time: 4:30- 5:30 p.m. Studio B Fee: $23 for 12 week program for ACC resident; $35 for 12 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 ACCELERATED DANCE PROGRAMS 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 EAEDC teaching staff.

Program 1-Movement Discovery Limited to 15 students.

Ages: 6-9 Program Date: Mondays and Thursdays, March 14–May 5 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Fee: $18 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $27 for 8 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 Program 2-Movement Exploration Limited to 20 students.

Ages: 8-15 Program Date: Mondays and Wednesdays, March 14–May 4 Time: Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 Fee: $18 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $27 for 8 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 Program 3-Expressions in Dance

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Limited to 20 students.

Ages: 10-15 Program Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 15-May 5 Time: Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $18 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $27 for 8 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 Program 4-Profile of a Dancer Limited to 20 students.

Ages: 10-15 Program Date: Mondays and Thursdays, March 14–May 5 Time: Mondays 7:30-8:30 p.m. and Thursdays 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Fee: $18 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $27 for 8 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 GIFTED PERFORMING ENSEMBLE Limited to 16 students.

Ages: 10-15 Program Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, March 14–May 5 Time: Mondays 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. & Thursdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Fee: $18 for 8 week program for ACC resident; $27 for 8 week program for Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624

Adult Dance Classes For complete registration information and requirements for East Athens Educational Dance Center programs, please call (706) 613-3624 or visit www.accleisureservices.com

ANNUAL DANCE RECITAL Students enrolled in the adult tap and adult ballet classes during the winter/ spring session will have an opportunity to perform in the annual dance recital held at the East Athens Educational Dance Center on April 30 and May 1, providing they meet the requirements.

ADULT PRAISE DANCE Get in shape, get motivated, and have a good time by learning interpretive and expressive movements to music in contemporary and hip hop gospel, and old spirituals. No religious teachings. Limited to 25 students.

Ages: 16 and older Program Date: Mondays, January 24-April 25 (No classes February 21 and March 7) Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Studio B1 Fee: $25 for 12-week program, $5 per class for drop-ins ACC resident; $38 for 12-week program, $8 per class for drop-ins Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 PARTY DOWN WITH LINE DANCE Get in shape, get motivated, and have a good time with this instructional dancing. Featuring the old school electric slide, cha-cha slide, cupid shuffle and many new line dances. Limited to 35 students.

Ages: 16 and older Program Date: Mondays, January 24-April 25 (No classes February 21 and March 7) Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Presentation Hall Fee: $25 for 12-week program, $5 per class for drop-ins ACC resident; $38 for 12-week program, $8 per class for drop-ins Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624

aisles. Limited to 20 students.

Ages: 16 and older Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 (No classes February 22 and March 8) Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Studio A Fee: $25 for 12-week program $5 per class for drop-ins ACC resident; $38 for 12-week program, $8 per class for drop-ins Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 ADULT BALLET This class is designed to introduce adults to the fundamentals of ballet while helping to increase physical strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance. Limited to 20 students.

Ages: 16 and older Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 (No classes February 22 and March 8) Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Studio B1 Fee: $25 for 12-week program, $5 per class for drop-ins ACC resident; $38 for 12-week program, $8 per class for drop-ins Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624 ADULT HIP HOP Open level class of fun and exciting dance movements of old school and new school style Hip Hop. Music selections are clean and appropriate.

Ages: 16 and up Program Date: Tuesdays, January 25-April 26 (No classes February 22 and March 8) Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Studio A Fee: $25 for 12-week program, $5 per class for drop-ins ACC resident; $38 for 12-week program, $8 per class for drop-ins Non-resident Location: East Athens Educational Dance Center, (706) 613-3624

ADULT TAP Get in shape by tap dancing those pounds away! This adult class offers a variety of tap dance steps guaranteed to have you dancing down grocery

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

Camps and Mini-Camps

CLOWN COLLEGE MINI-CAMP Come to our miniature clown college and get a crash course in what it takes to be at the top of the tent. Juggling, Balloon-Sculpting, Face-Painting, and Clown Costuming are just a few of the classes that will be offered in the one school where it’s ok to call your teacher BOZO. Registration Deadline is December 21 Ages: 6 - 12 Program Dates: Monday – Wednesday, January 3, 4, and 5 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: $15 ACC resident; $18 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

CLAYMATION SPRING BREAK CAMP Your child will not want to miss out on this exciting Stop-Motion Animation Camp. Over the course of the week they will write their own script, create clay characters, design sets, and shoot each scene with a hand held video camera. On Friday evening there will be a screening of the short films for the parents. Registration deadline is Friday, March 4.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Monday, March 14 Friday, March 18 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: $25 ACC resident; $35 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

SPRING BREAK CAMP: TRAVEL THROUGH TIME Spring Break will be here before you know it! Spend the week with us having fun at the park. We’ll spend this week playing games, enjoying crafts, and talking about crazy fads from different periods in history.

Ages: Elementary school students Program Dates: Monday, March 14 – Friday, March 18 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Registration Dates: Pre-registration required by Wednesday, March 9. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS ALLOWED. Minimum 10, Maximum 30.

Fee: $43 ACC resident; $65 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, (706) 613-3580 MARCH MADNESS SPRING BREAK MINI CAMP Participate in recreational activities, arts & crafts, cooking, games, music and more. Registration required.

Ages: 6 – 12 Program Date: Monday – Friday, March 14 – 18 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Fee: $9 ACC resident; $14 Nonresident Location: Lay Park (706) 613– 3596 SPRING BREAK MINI-CAMP Join us during spring break for MiniCamp. Each day we will explore nature, make crafts and have a snack.

Ages: 4-12 Date: Wednesday-Friday, March 1618 Time: 9:30-12:30 p.m.

Fee: $16 ACC resident, $24 Non resident, Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 X 0

Summer 2011 Information Look for ACC Leisure Services Summer Camp Information January 2011 at accleisureservices.com Call (706) 613-3625 for details

ACC Leisure Services Summer Job Fair Saturday, February 12 10:00 a.m. - Noon Lay Park Gymnasium Positions Available: Camp Counselors Lifeguards and more!

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

Fitness and Wellness

Kids and Teens

Adults

Seniors

HEALTHY EATING MADE SIMPLE NEW! Participants learn about healthy eating choices and sample a wide variety of healthy food choices.

Ages: Grade K-5 Program Dates: Every Friday beginning August 20 Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Fee: $1 Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593

ADULT FITNESS ROOM The room includes a multi–station gym, elliptical cross trainer, treadmills, recumbent bikes, and fitness balls.

Ages:18 and older Program Dates: Mondays – Sundays Time: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706)-613-3593

YOGA FOR KIDS Join Rachel Greb from YogaSprouts and pose your way to better flexibility, coordination, concentration, and strength.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Dates: Fridays, beginning January 7 - February 25 Time: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Fee: $48 per 8 week session for ACC resident; $60 for Non-resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

ADULT FITNESS ROOM The room includes a multi–station weight machine, elliptical cross trainers, treadmills, and more.

Ages: 18 and older Program Dates: Mondays - Sundays Time: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and 6:00–9:00 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Sundays, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lay Park Community Center, (706) 613-3596

TAI CHI NEW! The ancient art of Tai Chi uses flowing movements to connect the mind and body, reduce stress and improve circulation.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Fridays, Beginning February 4 Time: 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $3 per class ACC resident; $5 Non-resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

YOGA SPROUTS Experience fun, playful yoga poses and breathing exercises that will give children a feeling of well being. Yoga will enhance a child’s life- creatively, physically, socially, and academically.

Ages: Two groups available: PreSchool (3-6 years) and Elementary (7-12 years) Program Dates: Session I: Tuesdays, January 18 – March 8 Session II: Tuesdays, March 22 – May 17 (No class April 19) Time: Preschool: 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.; Elementary 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Registration Dates: Pre-registration required. Minimum 4 participants, maximum 10 participants.

Fee: $48 ACC resident; $72 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, (706) 613-3580

EXERCISE FOR ADULTS This is a class of basic exercise and weight control.

Ages: 18 years and older Program Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 MOMMY AND ME YOGA NEW! A chance for you to bond with your little one and for them to learn basic poses they can relate to everyday objects like cow, cat and dog.

Ages: 18 months - 4 years Program Dates: Mondays, February 7 - April 25 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Fee: 12-week session: $60 ACC resident; $78 Non-resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

REFLEXOLOGY NEW! Learn about this stress-reducing technique.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Thursday, February 17 Time: Noon Fee: $5 ACC resident; $7 Non-resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SOLE MATES NEW! Put on your walking shoes and take a stroll around the park with our walking group.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Fridays, Beginning February 25 Time: 12:30 p.m.

Fee: $5 One Time Fee to Join Sole Mates ACC resident; $7 Non- resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 GOLDEN SNEAKERS WALKING CLUB Walk & talk with other senior striders during an invigorating stroll around the park. Club members will receive a Golden Sneakers T-Shirt.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, March 7 – April 29 Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $10 ACC resident; $15 Nonresident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

General Recreation

All Ages MEMORIAL PARK DOG OBEDIENCE 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) Program Dates: Tuesday evenings for 7 weekly sessions. Start date TBD. Times: Puppy class (puppies 5 months and under) 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.; Basic (5 months and older) 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. and 7:15 - 8:30 p.m.; Advanced Obedience 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Fee: $100 ACC resident; $120 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park (706) 6133580 CONTRA DANCES Learn the folk art of Contra Dance with the Athens Folk Music and Dance Society. Dances are held in the Recreation Hall and feature a caller and live band. Lesson for beginners before each dance.

Ages: 18 and older (under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Dates: Third Saturday each month – upcoming dances are Jan. 15, Feb. 19, March 19 and April 16 Time: 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Fee: $7 per person (No charge for those under 12 years of age) Location: Memorial Park (706) 6133580 TRAIL TALES AND S’MORES Relax fireside while munching on s’mores and listening to folk and Native American stories of our animal neighbors. Each story will brought to life by live animal encounters. Bring your lawn chairs.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Friday, March 4 Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Fee: $3 per child for ACC residents;

$5 per child for non-residents Location: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park (706) 613-3616 ATHENS PIONEERS Come celebrate Black History Month with us and meet and talk with some of Athens residents who were the first to perform in their jobs.

Ages: All ages Program Dates: March 13 Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 DIAPER CREATIONS CLASS NEW! Learn how to create those trendy diaper wreaths and cakes in this two hour class. Supplies are provided and you will make a wreath to take home.

Register by March 21.

Ages: 18 and older Program Date: Thursday, March 31 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Fee: $15 ACC Resident; $20 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

Kids and Teens PUZZLE CHALLENGE This game will teach you to think and use your brains. No batteries required.

Ages: 8 and older Program Dates: Fridays Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 YOUTH AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM Get homework help from mentors from the University of Georgia.

Participate in group activities, games, arts & crafts, field trips, and more.

Ages: 6 – 17 Program Date: Monday – Friday, January 5 – April 29 Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Fee: $1 per day ACC resident; $2 per day Non-resident Location: Lay Park Community Center, (706) 613–3596 MUSIC TO MY EARS MUSIC LESSONS Designed for middle and high school students, these music lessons help to improve play by concentrating on major scales and tone. Must have own instrument. Call for more information.

Ages: 12 – 17 years Program Date: Fridays, January 7 – March 4 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $2 per day ACC resident; $3 per day Non-resident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596 CLASSIC CITY MAJORETTES Students learn twirling, strutting, dance-twirl, and marching techniques and will have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills in community performances.

Ages: 5 and older Program Dates: Winter Session – January 11 – March 1 (8 weeks) Spring Session – March 8 – April 26 (8 weeks) Times: Tuesday, 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.

Fee: $65 ACC resident; $80 Nonresident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613 3589 KARATE CLASS This program promotes mental development and teaches self defense.

Ages: 7 and older Program Dates: Mondays, Tuesday, and Wednesdays Time: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Join us for a magical day, for who could ever love a beast? Come with us on a day long field trip to see the Musical at the Fox Theater in Atlanta and find out who could love a beast, and why.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Saturday, January

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Late Winter/Spring Program Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents 15 (Deadline to Register is Monday, January 3) Time: Depart from Rocksprings Community Center at 1:30 p.m., return around 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $55 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 WII FUN NIGHT Have fun challenging your friends in a variety of Nintendo Wii games.

Registration required.

Ages: 6 – 12 years Program Date: Wednesday, January 19 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Fee: $1 per day ACC resident; $2 per day Non-resident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596 TWEEN TIME NEW! A Club for those in be-Tweeners who just don’t know what to do sometimes.

Well, we invite you to take on a leadership role at the center and use your “Tween Time” to write or take pictures for the Rocksprings Gazette, come up with bulletin board displays and service projects for the center, and mentor the younger kids by listening to them read aloud during homework time. That’s Tween Time in Action!

Ages: 11 - 14 Program Date: Tuesdays, Beginning January 25 Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free, Sign up at the Front Desk Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 OUT OF SCHOOL ALL-STAR CHALLENGE In this day-out-of-school program you won’t have much time to sit down!

If it’s cold outside we will hoola hoop, jump rope, and wrangle our way through obstacle courses in the “challenge” room. See if you can beat your best times. We will also play Wii sports, dance to Hip Hop videos, and enjoy group games that get you moving! Participants need to bring a lunch and wear clothes that can get dirty.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Monday, February 7,

Registration is required by January 24 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: $10 ACC resident; $15 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 DAY OFF SCHOOL PROGRAM: SNOW DAY! Join us to celebrate the snow! We’ll play some snow games, make some wintry crafts, discuss how the animals at Bear Hollow weather the cold temperature and make a cold weather treat!

Ages: Elementary School Students Program Date: Monday, February 7 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Pre-registration required. Maximum 30 participants and ends Wednesday, February 2 Fee: $15 ACC resident; $23 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, (706) 613-3580 RED CROSS BABYSITTING COURSE Learn what it takes to be a great babysitter! A Red Cross certified instructor will guide you through basic leadership, safety and supervisory skills needed to babysit and you’ll receive lots of great resource materials. A real resume builder!

Ages: 11 - 15 Date: Saturday, February 12 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Bring a bag lunch, please!)

Registration: Pre-registration required

by Wednesday, February 9. Class size limited to 10.

Fee: $30 ACC resident;$45 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park, (706) 6133580 CYBER KIDS NEW! Learn about Internet safety, educational websites, and danger signs on-line, along with troubleshooting computer problems and taking care of computer hardware.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Wednesday, February 16 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Nonresident

Location: Broadacres Community Center (706) 613-3600, (706) 6133603 CARTOONING NEW! The children will learn to draw cartoon characters of their choice. The completed drawings will be put on display.

Ages: 8 - 18 Program Dates: Monday and Wednesday, Beginning February 21 Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 DISC GOLF NEW! The participants will learn the basic skills, rules, and strategies of Disc Golf.

Ages: 5 - 15 Program Dates: Thursdays, beginning in March Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 GIRLS TEEN CLUB The purpose of this group is to encourage cooperation, teamwork, good behavior, and self-esteem in young women.

Ages: 10 – 18 Program Dates: Wednesdays Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 HOMEWORK HELPERS This program provides tutoring to students in all areas of study.

Ages: 7 – 18 Program Dates: Mondays and Wednesday Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 MODEL CAR CLUB Participants will choose assemble the model and create the exterior design.

Ages:13 - 18 Program Dates: First and Third Friday Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Non resident Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 MONEY MANAGEMENT FOR KIDS This program will teach children effective ways to manage money.

Ages:10 - 18 Program Date: Monday, March 14 Time: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 SHARPSHOOTER’S BASKETBALL CLINIC This clinic focuses on dribbling, proper shooting techniques and other fundamental basketball skills.

Ages: 6 –12 Program Date: Mondays, March 21 April 25 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $1 per day ACC resident; $2 per day Non-resident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596 SPONGE BALL TENNIS CLINIC Learn basic tennis strokes, drills, shots, rules, and other fundamentals.

Equipment is available.

Ages: 6 – 12 years Program Date: Tuesdays, March 22 – April 26 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $1 per day ACC resident; $2 per day Non-resident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596 INDOOR SPRING TENNIS CLINIC This class emphasizes more advanced skills for teens including proper serving techniques, tennis strokes, drills, shots, and rules. Equipment is available.

Ages: 11 – 17 years Program Date: Thursdays, March 24 – April 27 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $1 per day ACC resident; $2 per day Non-resident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596 PARENT’S NIGHT OUT NEW! That’s Right! It’s Date Night! We will entertain your little ones with arts & crafts, game room activities, computer lab time, group games, and then a

movie and snack. Enjoy. Registration is required by February 4 Ages: 5 - 12 Program Date: Friday, February 11 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: $8 ACC resident; $11 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 RED COAT BAND MUSIC CLASS NEW! Come get an introduction to several musical instruments by members of UGA’s Red Coat Marching Band!

You will have a chance to try out an instrument and make some music notes of your own!

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Saturday, March 26 Time: 10:00 a.m. - Noon Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 LITTLE PRINCESS PARTY NEW! Dress in your best princess attire, or borrow some of ours. In our spa, you can have your nails painted, have a little glitter sprinkled in your hair, have some princess face paint, or just adorn yourself with a tiara and enjoy our princess cookies and punch before you make your own princess wand.

Finish the day with a princess photo to take home. Register by March 28.

Ages: 4 - 12 Program Date: Saturday, April 2 Time: 1:00 p.m.

Fee: $5 ACC resident princesses; $7 Non-Resident princesses Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 HISTORY MYSTERY: DAY OUT OF SCHOOL PROGRAM Pirate Treasure, The Lost City of Atlantis, The Bermuda Triangle, The Mona Lisa, and the truth about Betsy Ross. Let’s delve into some of histories’ most interesting stories, solve a few of our own mysteries, have a scavenger hunt and play “History Bingo” for some mysterious prizes.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Monday, April 11 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: $10 ACC resident; $15 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 DAY OFF SCHOOL PROGRAM: SPRING INTO ACTION! We’ll spend the day celebrating spring and all things “jumpy!” Activities include games, crafts, snacks and some zoo activities!

Ages: Elementary School Students Program Date: Monday, April 11 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Registration Dates: Pre-registration required by Wednesday, April 6.

Maximum 30 participants.

Fee: $15 ACC resident; $23 Nonresident Location: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, (706) 613-3580 NO MORE TEACHERS, NO MORE BOOKS BINGO! NEW! Summer is right around the corner so come play BINGO for all the fun things you will need to have a super summer! Win great prizes like beach towels, goggles, Frisbees, pool toys, and more! Register by April 22.

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Friday, April 29 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SCOUTING FOR SCOUTS Scout programs for girls and boys of all ages. Includes an earned badge, pin, or certificate. Call for more information and to register. Minimum of 6 participants!

Ages: Scout Groups of all ages Dates/Times: By reservation Fee: Ranges from $4-$27 per scout depending on program level Location: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park, (706) 613-3616

Therapeutic s WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS This program, designed for adults with cognitive disabilities, teaches

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents leisure skills and promotes community inclusion and exploration. Call (706) 613-3580 for more information or to register.

Ages: 18 and older Program Dates: Wednesdays, January 26, February 9 & 23, March 9 & 23, April 6 & 20, May 4 Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Registration: Pre-registration is required. Maximum 15 participants.

Registration is open until full.

(Late registrations allowed, if space available.)

Fee: For 8-session package, $14 ACC resident; $21 Non-resident

Seniors SENIOR BINGO Monthly Bingo game where everyone wins a prize.

Ages: 50 and older Program Dates: Every 3rd Tuesday of each month, January 18, February 15, March 15, and April 19 Time: 10:30 a.m.

Fee: $4 ACC resident; $6 Nonresident Location: Columbus Avenue Senior Center, (706) 613-3603 BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS, CHAMPIONS, AND ALL THOSE INBETWEEN NEW! Bridge players and Clubs, come on over!

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Tuesdays, Beginning January 25 Time: 1:00 p.m.

Fee: $5 One-Time Fee ACC Resident; $78 Non-resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SENIOR BREAKFAST Join us for pancakes, coffee, and good company.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: First Wednesday of the Month, Beginning February 2, March 2, April 6 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Fee: $3 ACC resident; $5 Nonresident

Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 WII BOOTCAMP NEW! Learn how to use and enjoy the Wii at the Senior Center, at your grandson’s house, or at the fitness center...you may even go out and buy your own after this crash course! We will cover hooking it up, what the best games are for seniors, troubleshooting problems, and we will get in a lot of practice on Wii sports and Wii Fitness.

You’ve never met a more enjoyable bootcamp!

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Tuesday, February 22 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Fee: $5 ACC resident; $8 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SENIOR BINGO Bingo games with prizes and refreshments.

Ages: 55 and older Program Dates: Fourth Tuesday of every month Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon Fee: $4 ACC resident; $6 Nonresident Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 AFTERNOON MOVIE NEW! Classics and current films with popcorn and soda, just like the Theater!

Ages: 55 and older Program Dates: Every Wednesday, Beginning January 12 Time: Noon Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SO YOU THINK YOU CAN COOK Bring your best dish to enter in this cook-off. Dish must be prepared before-hand and will be judged on presentation, creativity and taste.

Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Friday, March 4 Time: Noon Fee: $3 ACC resident; $5 Nonresident

Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603, Register by February 25

Senior Trips SENIOR TRIP TO CNN CENTER Home to the world’s first & largest 24hour news network, the CNN Center features a Studio Tour that treats visitors to a behind-the scenes look at the live newsrooms in action. The tour features interactive exhibits that put visitors in the control room & at the anchor desk of their own television newscast.

Ages: 50 and older Program Date: Tuesday, January 25 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Location: Depart from & return to Athens Community Council on Aging (135 Hoyt Street) Registration: Pre-registration required and ends January 18.

Minimum 8 participants, maximum 20 participants. Call (706) 613-3580 for reservations.

Fee: $15. Please bring additional money for lunch at the food court.

SENIOR TRIP TO THE SOUTHEASTERN FLOWER SHOW Join us at the 2011 Southeastern Horticultural Society’s annual Southeastern Flower Show. Atlanta’s Southeastern Flower Show is recognized as the top flower show in the southeastern United States. Visitors may pick up a wealth of design ideas at the show’s gardens & can also take home tools, fresh flowers, antiques, paintings, jewelry, books and other goodies from the 75+ plus vendors on hand.

Ages: 50 and older Program Date: Friday, February 25 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Depart from and return to Athens Community Council on Aging (135 Hoyt Street) Registration Dates: Pre-registration required & ends February 11.

Minimum 8 participants, maximum 16 participants. Call 706-613-3580 for

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

reservations.

Fee: $20. Please bring additional money for lunch.

NORMALTOWN FOOD TOUR NEW! Eat your way through the wonderfully historic & artistic Prince Avenue Corridor. From house baked goods to farm fresh local produce, we’ll introduce you to locally esteemed foods and chefs as we emphasize the great backdoor venues, shops and historic homes on our walk about the historic districts of Prince Avenue, Cobbham and Boulevard.

Ages: 50 and older Program Date: Monday, March 28 Time: 2:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Meet at Ike & Jane (1307 Prince Avenue) Registration Dates: Pre-registration required and ends March 18. Call (706) 613-3580 for reservations.

Fee: $40 THE BILTMORE HOUSE We will explore the Biltmore House, its Gardens and Conservatory, as well as the Antler Village and Winery on this one day trip. This 8,000 acre estate is breathtaking; don’t miss out on the opportunity to view it. Registration is required by Friday, February 25 Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Thursday, March 10 (Inclement Weather Date: March 31) Time: Depart promptly at 8:00 a.m. and return around 9:00 or 10:00 p.m.

Fee: $75 ACC resident; $90 Nonresident, meals on your own Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL We will be viewing some of Georgia’s most gorgeous native flowers as the Festival opens. Register by March 7.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Monday, March 21 Time: Depart promptly at 8:00 a.m.

Fee: $15 ACC Resident; $20 NonResident, meals and admissions not included Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 CHARLESTON, SC Enjoy this beautiful city with us on a three day, two night trip. Rooms are double occupancy. Breakfast

is included; all other meals are not included. Register by March 1.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Thursday, March 24 – Saturday, March 26 Time: Depart from the Community Center at 9:00 a.m.

Fee: $195 per person Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 “DEARLY DEPARTED” AT THE MORTON THEATRE The Black Theatrical Ensemble of UGA presents this show at the historic Morton. Register by March 21.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Friday, April 1 Time: Depart from the center at 6:45 p.m.; show is 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: $20 ACC resident; $25 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 HELEN, GA A day in Helen to enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains. Shop, enjoy lunch and the scenery. Register by April 1.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Wednesday, April 13 Time: Depart from the center at 8:00 a.m.

Fee: $20 ACC resident; $25 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 ATLANTA DOGWOOD FESTIVAL Enjoy music, food, and the works of hundreds of artists at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival at Piedmont Park.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Saturday, April 16 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Fee: $5 ACC resident; $8 Nonresident (must have money for lunch) Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596

MAYFIELD DAIRY Cool off with an old-fashioned trip to the ice cream parlor in Braselton, home to one of the world’s finest ice cream makers. After a tour of the Dairy, we’ll enjoy a delicious treat-any flavor you want! Register by April 13.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Wednesday, April 20 Time: Depart from the center at 10 a.m., return around 1 p.m.

Fee: $8 ACC resident; $11 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SR. TRIP TO ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDENS CANOPY WALK Come join us for a guided tour through the gardens and experience walking from a bluff in the Garden into the branches of oaks, hickories and poplars. The long-awaited Canopy Walk is open, lending a bird’s-eye view to the beauty of the woodland below, from 40 feet in the air.

Ages: 50 and older Program Date: Tuesday, April 26 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: Depart from and return to Athens Community Council on Aging (135 Hoyt Street) Registration Dates: Pre-registration required and ends April 11. Minimum 8 participants, maximum 20 participants. Call (706) 613-3580 for reservations.

Fee: $18 (Please bring additional money for lunch)

Nature/ Science Education All Ages SATURDAY MORNING ZOO TOURS Learn the inside story of the residents at Bear Hollow Zoo and how staff care for them. Explore the exhibit hall and visit some of the animals used in programs.

Ages: All Ages Program Dates: Every second and fourth Saturday morning of the month Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Fee: Free and open to the public. Meet at the zoo’s front entrance gate.

Location: Bear Hollow Zoo at

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Memorial Park (706) 613-3616 ZOO OPEN EXHIBIT HALL SUNDAYS Explore Bear Hollow’s exhibit hall and visit some of the animals used in programs such as salamanders, pond turtles, snakes and more.

Ages: All Ages Program Dates: Sunday afternoons Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Fee: Free and open to the public Location: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park (706) 613-3616 SECOND SATURDAY STORYTIME Join Nature Center staff on the second Saturday of each month for nature stories. Learn about woods, turtles, butterflies and more.

Ages: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) Program Date: Saturdays, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9 Time: 2:30 p.m. (approximately 30-minute program) Fee: Free Location: ENSAT, Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0 NATURALIST’S WALKS Join Nature Center staff on Saturday mornings for a walk around the property to see what we can discover.

Bring your camera and binoculars.

Ages: For all (children under 13 with adult) Date: Saturdays, January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16 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 ages (children under 13 with adult) Dates: Saturdays, January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16 Times: 11:00 a.m.- Noon Fee: Free Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0 OPEN HOUSE “LOG HOUSE” Explore the past as you visit our circa 1810 Log House. Warm up by a fire

and enjoy activities from long ago.

Come for a few minutes or stay for a couple of hours!

Ages: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Saturday, February 5 Time: 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0 FAMILY PROGRAM “OWL PROWL” Learn about these feathered nocturnal animals and search for owls that inhabit our woods during an evening hike.

Ages: For families (children 4 years and up, please!)

Date: February 18 Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Fee: $6 ACC families; $9 Nonresident families Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0 FROG HOP 5K ROAD RACE Help support the Nature Center by entering the 8th annual 5K run/walk and 1 mile Tadpole Fun Run at Sandy Creek Park.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Sunday, February 20 Time: 2:00 p.m. Fun Run, 2:30 p.m.

5K Location: Sandy Creek Park Registration: Entry forms available at Sandy Creek Nature Center or register online at www.active.com Fee: $15 ($20 after February 7) per person or $50 per family.

FAMILY PROGRAM: ANIMAL APPETITES Interested in learning what the animals at Sandy Creek eat? Join us for a morning of learning about the animals’ needs and participate in feeding the critters.

Ages: For families (no children under 6 please) Date: Saturday, March 5 Time: 10:00 -Noon Fee: $6 ACC families, $9 Nonresident families Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0

FULL MOON HIKE Enjoy nature by moonlight. Join us for a guided nighttime hike.

Ages: All Ages Dates: Saturday, March 19, Tuesday, April 26 Times: 8:00 p.m., 8:15 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC resident, $5 Nonresident Location: Greenway, (706) 613-3615, ext. 242 GEOCACHING ADVENTURES Want to find hidden treasure using a GPS unit? Learn the basics of geocaching in our great introductory course. GPS units are available for the program.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Saturdays, March 19 and April 9 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC resident; $5 Nonresident Location: Greenway, (706) 613-3615, ext. 242 FAMILY PROGRAM “FROGGIE, SPRING, FLING” Join nature center staff for an evening of amphibian hunting. We will spend a little time learning about the amphibians we can find here, and then search the nature center property for newts, salamanders and frogs.

Ages: For Families (children 4 years and up, please!)

Program Date: Friday, April 8 Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Fee: $6 ACC family; $9 Non-resident family.

Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 x 0 OPEN HOUSE “WATER WATER EVERYWHERE!” Join us for an afternoon of exploring all aspects of water. Come for a few minutes or stay for a couple of hours!

Ages: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Saturday, April 30 Time: 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

Kids and Teens KNEE HIGH NATURALISTS Classes include hiking, crafts, meeting live animals and other activities.

Come dressed to be inside and out.

Ages: 3-5, with adult Program Date: Alternate Wednesdays, January 12 - April 27 Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Fee: $17 ACC resident; $26 Nonresident, Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 X 0 NATURALIST ASSISTANT PROGRAM TRAINING For teens that are interested in all aspects of working at a nature centerfrom learning about animals to teaching our visitors-especially kids, about nature. We are looking for a few new members to add to this program.

Please pre-register by January 22 by calling Kate at (706) 613-3615 X 231.

Ages: 13-18 Date: Saturday, January 29 Time: 1:00 -5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 BABIES AND BEASTIES SERIES Join us for a program that allows toddlers and their parents to learn about the world around them.

Interact with nature through handson activities, crafts and outdoor adventures to spark an interest early.

Ages: 18 months- 2 years with adult Date: February 3, 10, 17, 24 Time: 10:00 -10:45 a.m.

Fee: $7 ACC resident; $11 Nonresident Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 X 0 HOME SCHOOL SCIENCE Each month, home school students and parents are invited to explore interactive learning stations, lesson and then go on a guided hike. Theme changes each month. This program will be taught with Bear Hollow and Lyndon House. Sign-up for one or all

four programs.

Ages: 5-12 with parents Date: February 25, March 25: Nature Art with Lyndon House; April 22, at Bear Hollow May 27 Time: 10:00 a.m. - Noon Fee: $2 ACC resident, per student, $3 Non-resident, per student. Preregistration required.

Location : Sandy Creek Nature Center (706) 613-3615 X 0 TIKES, TRIKES, AND STROLLERS Slow your roll, mama bear! Join other parents for a walk on the Greenway.

Bring your infants, toddlers and their stylin’ rides for an afternoon outing.

Ages: 6 and younger Program Date: Thursdays, March 24 and April 28 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Greenway, (706) 613-3615, ext. 242 GOING GREEN Join Our Earth Day Celebration as we give thanks for the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the sun that sustains us. We will learn how we can reduce, reuse, and recycle in our daily lives and reduce our carbon footprints.

Make a rain barrel with us, learn about composting, and produce some art out of “trash.”

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Friday, April 22 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

Happy Birthday!

ACC Leisure Services offers several birthday party options for children.

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Adults OCONEE RIVERS AUDUBON SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETINGS Join the local chapter of the Audubon Society for their monthly meetings.

Each month features an interesting talk and reports of local bird sightings.

Non-members are welcome!

Ages: 13 and older Program Dates: Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center, (706) 613-3615 PROJECT WET/FLYING WILD WORKSHOP Would you like to learn ways to incorporate environmental education activities into your school classes, scout troops or youth groups? Then join us for a combination workshop that combines water and birds.

Ages: Adult Program Date: Saturday, February 26 Time: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $20 ADOPT-A-STREAM VOLUNTEER TRAINING Become a volunteer to help monitor the health of a stream near you!

Ages: Teens-Adults Program Dates: March 12, March 19 Time: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Registration: Call Kate at (706) 6133615 X 231 Fee: Free OCONEE RIVERS AUDUBON SOCIETY SPRING BIRD HIKES Join the local chapter of the Audubon society for a spring bird hike. Nonmembers are welcome! Each hike is a different location. Bring your binoculars!

Ages: 13 years and older Program Dates: Visit www. oconeeriversaudubonsociety.org for more info.

Time: Meet at designated location by 8:00 a.m.

Fee: Free

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents

Special Events/ Holiday Events

All Ages MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY COMMUNITY CELEBRATION EVENT This year volunteers will work on Monday on many different community-wide projects. The day will start with a kick-off event at the Morton Theatre followed by procession of volunteers on their way to service sites for the day. The Community Celebration will be held the day before and will include a variety of music, dance, spoken word, as well as remarks by community speakers and hands on art activities Ages: All Ages, children must be accompanied by an adult Program Date: Sunday, January 11 Time: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, (706) 613-3615 LECTURE SERIES: UNDERSTANDING DR. KING’S LEGACY NEW! Guest Speaker from UGA The children will learn about Dr. King and what he wanted them to inherit from the life he lived.

Ages: All Ages Program Dates: Thursday, January 13 Time: 6:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 GROUNDHOG DAY CELEBRATION Will Gus, Bear Hollow’s resident groundhog, predict an early spring for Georgia? We will have a live feeding demonstration (if he decides to come out of hibernation), crafts, story time, information about woodchucks/ groundhogs and cocoa to keep you warm.

Ages: All Ages Date: Wednesday, February 2 Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Fee: Free and open to the public Location: Woodchuck exhibit in Bear Hollow Zoo, (706) 613-3616

AFRICAN-AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL In recognition of Black History Month, Lay Park will be presenting free movies featuring predominantly African American casts, directors, or producers. Movies titles TBA. Ages: All ages, family-oriented Program Date: Saturday, February 19 Time: 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lay Park (706) 613–3596 ST. PATRICK’S DAY SNAKE CELEBRATION St. Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland, so we will talk about all things ‘snake’ this afternoon! Come learn facts about snake species, bust a few myths, and encounter some live snakes too. Don’t forget to wear green!

Ages: All Ages Date: Thursday, March 17 Time: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free and open to the public Location: Bear Hollow Zoo, (706) 613-3616 ECO-ADVENTURE Eco-Adventure Race challenges co-ed teams of 4 both mentally and physically to archery, orienteering, cycling, running, backpacking, canoeing, and special tests over an 8 mile course.

Ages: All Ages Program Date: Sunday, April 17 Time: 10:00 a.m.

Fee: $85 per team ACC resident; $128 per team Non-resident Location: Greenway, (706) 613-3615, ext. 242

Kids and Teens HOORAY FOR MLK! Join us in honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. and other important figures in African American history. Play trivia for prizes and “History Bingo.”

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Friday, January 14 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC Resident; $3 Non-

Resident Location: Parkview Community Center, (706) 613-3601 NOT YOUR GRANDPA’S HOP NEW! Hip Hop Valentine Dance for teens that will have you on your feet.

Ages: 13 - 16 Program Date: Saturday, February 12 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Fee: $3 ACC resident; $5 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 EASTER EGG HUNT Come hunt for hundreds of candy and prize-filled eggs and don’t forget to say “Hi” to the Easter Bunny!

Ages: Toddler - 12 Program Date: Thursday, April 21 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: Free! Photos with the Bunny $1 each Location: Parkview Community Center, (706) 613-3601, (706) 6133603 EASTER EGG HUNT Come hunt for hundreds of candy and prize-filled eggs, and don’t forget to say “Hi” to the Easter Bunny!

Ages: Toddler - 12 Program Date: Saturday, April 23 Time: 11:00 a.m.

Fee: Free! Photos with the Bunny $1 each Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 EASTER EGG HUNT The children will look for eggs and receive prizes.

Ages: 5 - 12 Program Date: Saturday, April 23 Time: 11:00 a.m.

Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613-3593 BREAKFAST WITH THE BUNNY! Join the Easter Bunny for breakfast, and enjoy crafts & activities for children as well as your chance to talk to the Bunny himself! (Photo included).

Ages: For families, children under age

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents 10 must be accompanied by an adult Date: Saturday, April 23 Times: 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. OR 10:00 10:45 a.m.

Location: Memorial Park Recreation Hall, (706)-3580 Registration: Ends Wednesday, April 20. Space is limited to 40 people per session.

Fee: $8 ACC resident, $12 Nonresident, age 2 and younger free EASTER EGG–STRAVAGANZA Join us for a fun-filled Easter Celebration! Compete for prizes in a variety of activities, bounce around in inflatables, and of course, hunt for elusive Easter eggs!

Ages: 6 – 10 Program Date: Saturday, April 23 Time: Noon Fee: Free Location: Lay Park (706) 613– 3596

Seniors HAPPY NEW YEAR! SALE NEW! Out with the Old, in with the New! Ring in the New Year with us by having a New Year Yard Sale. Rent a table in the center and sell all of last year’s wares that are weighing you down. Register by December 31.

Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Friday, January 7 Time: 10:00 a.m.

Fee: $5 per table ACC resident; $7 Non-resident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

Register by February 7 Ages: 55 and older Program Date: Monday, February 14 Time: 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $3 ACC resident; $5 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 SENIOR EASTER EGG HUNT NEW! The seniors will look for eggs and receive prizes.

Ages: 55 and older Program Dates: Saturday, April 16 Time: Noon Fee: Free Location: East Athens Community Center, (706) 613- 3593

Sports Kids and Teens Gymnastics

SENIOR ADULT SWEETHEART PROM Come enjoy an evening of dancing, listening to soft music, socializing and refreshments.

Ages: 55 and older Program Dates: Sunday, February 13 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: $1 ACC resident; $2 Nonresident Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596

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 on the first and third Fridays of the month.

Ages:10 months – 4 years Program Dates:Jan. 21 – April 1, 2011 (No program March 18) Times: 9:00-10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.

- Noon Fee: $6 for 1.5 hour or $12 for 3 hours ACC resident; $9 for 1.5 hour or $18 for 3 hours Non-resident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613-3589 Registration: Day of program

BE MINE VALENTINE Come enjoy Valentine music, food, games, and celebrate good friends.

PARENT AND TOT GYMNASTICS With parental help, each child explores, discovers, receives positive

reinforcement, meets new friends and learns movement skills and concepts.

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

Ages:18-29 months and 30-42 months Program Dates: January 11 – April 27 (No classes March 15 or 16) Time: Call (706) 613-3589 for schedule Fee: $73 ACC resident; $110 Nonresident Location: Bishop Park, (706) 6133589 BEDNASTICS! A special evening class for students and their caregivers where weekly themes help introduce each child to the exciting world of movement education and basic gymnastics! Class will begin with music followed by gymnastics and will end with a short story.

Ages: 12-42 months Program Dates: January 10 – May 2 (No class Jan. 17 or Mar. 14) Time: Monday, 6:25 – 7:10 p.m.

Fee: $73 ACC resident; $110 Nonresident Location: Bishop Park, (706) 6133589 TODDLER GYMNASTICS Come and be a part of the number one toddler program! This program is 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 Program Dates: January 8 – May 2 (No classes Jan. 17, Mar. 14-19, Apr. 16 or 23) Time: Call (706) 613-3589 for schedule Fee: $89 ACC resident; $134 NonResident Location: Bishop Park,(706) 6133589 PRESCHOOL 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 years

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Program Dates: January 8 – May 2 (No classes Jan. 17, Mar. 14-19, Apr. 16 or 23) Time: Call (706) 613-3589 for schedule Fee: $89 ACC resident; $134 Nonresident Location: Bishop Park, (706) 6133589 SCHOOL AGED GYMNASTICS Classes for boys and girls are offered at convenient times.

Each student is taught skills in progression on each apparatus.

Ages: Pre-K and older Program Dates: January 8 – May 2 (No classes Jan. 17, Mar.1419, Apr. 16 or 23) Time: Call (706) 613 3589 for schedule Fee: $89 ACC resident; $134 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park, (706) 613-3589 BOYS TNT In this class students will enjoy learning tumbling skills and basic trampoline skills on our 30 foot tumbl trak and mini-tramp. Come learn the latest ninja moves.

Ages: 8 and older Program Dates: January 8- April 30 (No class Mar. 19, Apr. 16 or 23) Time: Saturday, 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $89 ACC resident; $134 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613-3589 SHOOTING STARS The gymnasts will learn skills and routines on all four events and will compete these routines in a special competition during the session.

While no evaluation is required for participation in this class, previous gymnastics experience is required.

Ages: 4 and 5 (Age as of September 1 of current school year) Program Dates: January 10 – May 2 (No classes Jan. 17 or Mar. 14 or 17) Time: Monday, 4:00 p.m. – 4:55 p.m. or Thursday, 4:00 p.m. – 4:55 p.m.

Fee: $89 ACC resident;

$134 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613-3589 ALL-STARS The gymnasts will learn skills and routines on all four events and will compete these routines in a special competition during the session. Evaluation is required.

Ages: 5 -7 (Age as of September 1 of current school year) Program Dates: January 11 – April 28 (No classes March 15 or 17) Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30 - 5:55 p.m.

Fee: $119 ACC resident; $179 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613-3589 GYM STARS This class is part of our Rec League program. The Gym Stars gymnasts will learn skills and routines on all four events and will 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. Evaluation is required.

Ages: 8 years and older (Age as of September 1 of current school year) Program Dates: January 11 – April 28 (No classes March 15 or 17) Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 – 7:25 p.m.

Fee: $119 ACC resident; $179 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613-3589

Kids and Teens Tennis LI’L STARS Fun and rewarding introduction to the game of tennis. All fundamental strokes will be taught using small racquets and foam balls on special 36ft courts.

Ages: 5 and 6 Program Dates: January 25 – March 3 (6 weeks)

Times: Tuesday, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Thursday, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, 3:15-4:00 p.m.

Program Dates: March 26 – May 7 (6 weeks) – No class April 23 Times: Tuesday, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Thursday, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, 3:15-4:00 p.m.

Saturday, 8:45–9:30 a.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non-resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 613-3592 Program Dates: March 29 – May 5 (6 weeks)

Times: Tuesday, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Thursday, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, 3:15-4:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non-resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592 SHINING STARS For the Beginner (7-10 yrs) player with little or no experience.

Fundamental strokes, sportsmanship, footwork, scoring and match play are introduced through fun games on a 60ft court.

Ages: 7-10 years Program Dates: January 25 – March 3 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday 4:00-5:00 p.m.

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Late WInter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Thursday 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non-resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 613-3592 Ages: 7-10 NEW! Program Dates: January 25 – March 3 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Thursday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non-resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592 Program Dates: March 26 – May 7 (6 weeks) No class April 23 Time: Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Fee: $60 Resident; $70 NonResident (1x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 613-3592 Program Dates March 29 – May 5 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Thursday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non-resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592 SHINING STARS I NEW! For the beginner (7-8 yrs) player with little or no experience. Fundamental strokes, sportsmanship, footwork, scoring and match play are introduced through fun games on a 36ft court.

Ages: 7 - 8 years Program Dates: March 29 – May 5 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Thursday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 SHINING STARS II NEW! For the beginner (9-10 yrs) player with little or no experience. Fundamental strokes, sportsmanship, footwork, scoring and match play are introduced through fun games on a 60ft court.

Ages: 9-10 years Program Dates: March 29 – May 5 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m..

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 FUTURE STARS Beginner/Intermediate players review basic strokes on a 60ft court, emphasizing footwork, combining shots and keeping the ball in play over the net. Scoring and match play will be the focus.

Ages: 9 - 15 years Program Dates: January 25 – March 3 (6 weeks)

Time: Tuesday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 NonResident (1x per wk) ; $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 Ages: 11 - 15 years NEW! Program Dates: January 25 – March 3 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Thursday 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592

Program Dates: March 26 – May 7 (6 weeks) No class April 23.

Time: Saturday: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 Program Dates: March 29 – May 5 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Thursday 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592 FUTURE STARS I NEW! Beginner/Intermediate (9-10 yrs) players review basic strokes on a 60ft court, emphasizing footwork, combining shots and keeping the ball in play over the net. Scoring and match play will be the focus.

Ages: 9 - 10 years Program Dates: March 28 – May 6 (6 weeks)

Time: Monday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Friday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Monday and Friday 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 FUTURE STARS II NEW! Beginner/Intermediate (11-15yrs) players review basic strokes on a 60ft court, emphasizing footwork, combining shots and keeping the ball in play over the net. Scoring and match play will be the focus.

Program Dates: March 28 – May 6 (6 weeks)

Time: Monday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Friday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Monday and Friday 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Fee: $60 ACC resident; $70 Nonresident (1x per wk) ; $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk) Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents JUNIOR ACADEMY (INTERMEDIATE) For Intermediate students who can rally, serve and keep score on a regular 78ft court. Improving tennis skills and competing with juniors in the Athens area* will be the focus. Good preparation for high school tennis.

Ages: 9 – 17 years Program Dates: January 10-31 (No class January 17) February 4-28; March 4-28 (No classes March 14-18) April 1-29 (No class April 22) May 2-13 Time: Monday and Friday 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Fee: January $75 ACC resident and Non-resident; February $105 ACC resident and Non-resident; March $75 ACC resident and Non-resident; April $105 ACC resident and Non-resident; May $60 ACC resident and Nonresident Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 *Match dates TBD TENNIS ACADEMY (TA) (ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE) For Advanced Intermediate students playing high school tennis, leagues* and USTA tournaments - by invitation only. Solid technique, mental toughness, strategy, point development, shot selection, footwork and tournament preparation will be emphasized.

Ages: 9 – 17 years Program Dates: January 11-27; February 1-24; March 1-31(No classes March 14-18); April 5-28; May 3-12 Time: Tuesday and Thursday 4:306:00 p.m.

Fee: January $75 ACC resident and Non-resident; February $105 ACC resident and Non-resident; March $105 ACC resident and Non-resident; April $105 ACC resident and Nonresident; May $60 ACC resident and Non-resident Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592

Kids and Teens Sports YOUTH BASKETBALL We are excited to offer our youth basketball program this winter.

Basketball teams will be offered for the following grades: PeeWee K-1st, (coed), Mites 2nd-3rd (coed), Midget Boys and Girls 4th-5th, Junior Boys and Girls 6th-8th. Volunteers coach all teams.

Ages: K-8th Grade Date: January 3 – March 12 Game Times: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Game Days: Saturdays Locations: East Athens Community Center and Lay Park Practices Begin: January 3 Games Begin: January 22 Registration Deadline: Thursday, December 23, 2010 Fee: $42 ACC resident; $63 Nonresident Coaches: Contact Will Jones at (706) 208-0185 or wjones@co.clarke.ga.us if you are interested in becoming a volunteer coach YOUTH SOCCER A co-ed recreational league designed for players to learn and develop and apply fundamental soccer skills.

Ages: (Under 6), (Under 8), (Under 10), (Under 12), All teams coached by volunteers. Team t-shirts provided.

Ages: 4-11 Age Control Date: Child must be 4 years prior to September 1, 2011 to register Program Date: March 21 – May 14 Game Days: Saturdays Game Times: Beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Game Location: Southeast Clarke Park, (706) 613-3871 Teams are assigned by school. No coach request. Please identify the correct school when registering Fee: $42 ACC resident; $63 Nonresident PITCH, HIT & RUN NEW! Pitch, Hit, & Run is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the “FUN” element of

baseball competition. Participants compete in three important aspects of baseball: pitching, hitting & running.

Ages: 6 – 12 years Program Date: Saturday, April 30 Time: 10:00 a.m.

Fee: Free Location: Lay Park, (706) 613-3596 NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS’ FIELD DAY NEW! Compete in Rocksprings, Broadacres, and Parkview Community Centers’ Field Day Fun! Obstacle Course.

Tug-of-War, Sack Races, Relays, Basketball Shoot-Outs, and Capture the Flag. We’re all winners, but which center will take home the trophy?

Ages: 6 - 12 Program Date: Wednesday, March 9 Time: 4:00 p.m.

Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603 HALF PINT PUNT, PASS, AND PLAY HOUR NEW! Small children will be introduced to a variety of sports, their basic rules, and begin to learn teamwork and cooperation. Will include soccer, football, kickball, basketball, and softball. Register by February 1.

Ages: 3 - 5 Program Dates: Wednesdays, February 9, March 9, 23, and April 6 Time: 11:00 a.m. - Noon Fee: $4 ACC resident; $6 Nonresident Location: Rocksprings Community Center, (706) 613-3603

Therapeutics SPECIAL OLYMPICS BOWLING Get your bowling ball and shoes ready to “strike out” with us!

Ages: Individuals with cognitive disabilities, age 21 and older Program Dates: Thursdays, beginning April 7 Time: 5:30- 7:00 p.m.

Location: Showtime Bowl

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Late Winter/Spring Registration Begins Saturday, November 20 for ACC Residents Registration Date: Please call (706) 613-3580 to obtain a medical form.

These must be completed prior to participating.

Fee: $3.75/game, payable directly to Showtime Bowl.

Adult Sports 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: 15 and older Program Date: January 12 – April 27 (No class March 16) Time: Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:25 p.m.

Fee: $119 ACC resident; $179 Nonresident Location: Bishop Park Gym, (706) 613-3589

Adult Tennis USA STEP 1 - BEGINNER

Accelerated course for new players and those with limited experience working to get the ball in play.

The novice player gains the skill, confidence and knowledge to begin playing doubles.

Ages: 19 and older Program Dates: January 25 – March 1 (6 weeks) Times: Tuesday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Program Dates: March 28 – May 5 (6 weeks) Times: Monday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Tuesday, 6:00-7:15 p.m. OR Thursday 10:00-11:15 a.m.

Fee: $75 ACC resident; $85 Nonresident Location: Bishop Park (706) 6133592 Program Dates: March 29 – May 3 (6 weeks)

Times: Tuesday 6:00-7:15p.m. Fee: $75 ACC resident; $85 Non-resident Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592 USA STEP 2 - INTERMEDIATE Players continue to work on stroke mechanics, combine different strokes to develop a point and formulate basic singles and doubles strategy.

Knowledge of basic strokes and positioning on the court required.

Ages: 19 and older Program Dates: January 26 – March 2 (6 weeks) Time: Wednesday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Program Dates: March 30 – May 4 (6 weeks) Time: Wednesday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Fee: $75 ACC resident; $85 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park, (706) 613-3592 Program Dates: March 29 – May 3 (6 weeks) Time: Tuesday 7:15-8:30 p.m.

Fee: $75 ACC resident; $85 Non-resident Location: Southeast Clarke Park (706) 613-3592 USA STEP 3 Interested in playing on a USTA team in the Spring and/or Fall? This class is for advanced beginners through strong intermediate players and the focus is on building an entry level team for the next season.

Ages: 19 and older Program Dates: January 24 – February 28 (6 weeks) Time: Monday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Program Dates: March 28 – May 2 (6 weeks) Time: Monday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Fee: $75 ACC resident; $85 Non-resident Location: Bishop Park, (706) 613-3592

MEN’S NIGHT Monday night is reserved for the men - advanced beginners through strong intermediate. 60 minutes of drilling and stroke production plus 30 minutes of supervised match play.

One coupon redeemed at each class.

Ages: 19 and older Program Dates: Ongoing Time: Monday, 7:15-8:45 p.m.

Fee: $84 for a 6 coupon book ACC resident; $94 for a coupon book Non-resident Location: Bishop Park (706) 613-3592 ARTL (ATHENS RECREATIONAL TENNIS LEAGUE) FLEX LEAGUE Flexible league open to men and women. Promoting and encouraging competitive match play with a flexible format in the spirit of sportsmanship, fairness and most of all to have fun! For more details visit www.tennisforlife.net Ages: 19 and older Program Dates: Starts April 4. Deadline to register is March 27 11:59 p.m.

Time: Anytime Fee: $30 per doubles team; $25 per singles team Location: Anywhere

Senior Sports SENIOR TENNIS

Year-round drills for advanced beginner and intermediate senior men and women. 60 minutes of drilling and stroke production plus 30 minutes of supervised match play. One coupon redeemed at each class.

Ages: 50 and older Program Dates: Ongoing Time: Wednesday 1:00-2:30 p.m.

(Time changes to 8:009:30 a.m. May 1) Fee: $84 for a 6 coupon book Resident; $94 for a coupon book Non-resident Location: Bishop Park (706) 613-3592

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ACC Leisure Services Parks and Facilities Bishop Park 705 Sunset Drive (706) 613-3589: Basketball Courts, BBQ Building, Gymnastics Center, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool Bathhouse, Swimming Pool Guard Room/Concession Stand, Meeting Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Softball Field, Multi-Use Field, Tennis Courts, Tennis Office, Walking Trail Broadacres Community Center Broadacres Homes (706) 613-3600: Multi-Purpose Room Columbus Avenue Senior Center 103 Columbus Avenue (706) 613-3603: Multi-Purpose Room East Athens Community Center 400 McKinley Drive (706) 613-3593: Arts and Crafts Room, Basketball Courts, Computer Lab, Dance Room, Fitness Room, Full Service Kitchen, Game Room, Gymnasium, Meeting Room, Multi-Purpose Field, Multi-Purpose Room, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Resource Library, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Tennis Courts East Athens Community Park 200 Trail Creek Street (706) 208-0185: Multi-Purpose Fields, Nature Trails, Picnic Shelter, Softball Fields East Athens Educational Dance Center 390 McKinley Drive (706) 613-3624: Dance Studios, Full Service Kitchen, Multi-Purpose Room Holland Youth Sports Complex 250 Vincent Drive (706) 613-3604: Baseball/Softball Fields, Concession Stands, Playground, Soccer Fields Lay Park 297 Hoyt Street (706) 613-3596: Baseball/Softball/Football Field Basketball Courts, Computer Lab, Game Room, Fitness Room, Gymnasium, Full Service Kitchen, Multi-Purpose Room, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Resource Library, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Tennis Courts Lyndon House Arts Center 293 Hoyt Street (706) 613-3623:Art Galleries, Art Studios, Catering Kitchen, Classrooms, , Festival Grounds, Garden Terrace, Gift Shop, Historic House Museum, Library Resource Room Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Drive (706) 613-3580: Auditorium/Theatre, Basketball Courts, Catering Kitchen, Dog Park, Fishing, Lake, Meeting Room, Nature Trail, Picnic Area, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Recreation Hall, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Walking Trail, and 5-Acre Native Wildlife Zoo Morton Theatre 195 West Washington Street (706) 613-3770: Auditorium/Theatre, Concessions Area, Meeting Rooms North Oconee River Greenway 205 Old Commerce Road (706) 613-3615, ext. 242: Aguar Plaza, Ben Burton Park, Dudley Park, Fishing, Heritage Interpretive Trail, Multi-Purpose Areas, Nature Trails, North Oconee River Park, Paved Walking Trail, Picnic Areas, and Riverside Parks Parkview Community Center Parkview Homes (706) 613-3601: Multi-Purpose Room Rocksprings Park 105 Columbus Avenue (706) 613-3602 Athletic Field, Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelter, Playground, MultiPurpose Room, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Road (706) 613-3615: Environmental Natural Science and Appropriate Technology (ENSAT) Center, Class Rooms, Gift Shop, Library Resource Room, Live Animal Exhibits, Log House, Nature Trails, Picnic Tables, Walker Hall Classroom, Wildlife Viewing Area, Trails Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Road (706) 613-3631: Amphitheatre, Basketball Courts, Barbecue Building, Beach, Boat Storage Area, Camping Sites, Community Building, Disc Golf Course, Dog Parks, Fishing Pier, Horse and Hiking Trails, Group Camping Shelters, Lake, Multi-Purpose Rooms, Picnic Pavilion, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Courts Satterfield Park 3028 Cherokee Road (706) 613-3871: Athletic Fields, Concession Stands, Playground, Tennis Courts Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Road (706) 613-3871: Athletic Fields, Concession Stands, Dog Park, Multi Purpose Field, Nature Trail, Playground, Skate Park, Softball Fields, Tennis Courts, WOW Playground

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ACC Leisure Services Parks and Facilities Map

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General Information

General Information

ADA Accessibility

ACC Leisure Services facilities are ADA accessible. If you have any questions or concerns in this area, please 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, please call (706) 613-3580.

Registration Dates:

Late Winter/Spring: Saturday, November 20, 2010 (ACC residents) Wednesday, November 24, 2010 (Non-residents)

Registration Fees:

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

Refund Policy:

•If a class or program is cancelled 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 •Refund requests must include a Refund Request Form and 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

• Requests must be received from and refunds will be issued

Scholarships

Any Athens-Clarke County resident under the age of 18 may apply for a scholarship. Bishop Park Tennis Program and certain Special Interest programs offer a limited number of scholarships.

Documents used to determine the amount of a scholarship award include Federal Income Tax Returns and Medicaid. For a complete list of documents, please visit www.accleisureservices.com or call (706) 613-3800.

Scholarships do not cover entrance, admission, rental fees, or adult programs.

ACC Leisure Services Administration Administration Office The Allen House 205 Old Commerce Road (706) 613-3800 www.accleisureservices.com Scholarship Information (706) 613-3625 www.accleisureservices.com/ scholarships.shtml

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 AthensClarke County, including any open area within such park, youth sports complex, or recreation area.

Rental Information:

Several ACC Leisure Facilities offer rental opportunities. Visit www.accleisureservices.com/ rental.shtml or call (706) 613-3625 for details.

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

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