schoolafter 1614calendar & open gym 4children/youth 6athletics 7tennisactiveadults 38safe routes to school Open Now CenterRecreationOakhurst See page 2 HAPPiFEET!Introducing The new HAPPiFEET Decatur app enables you to share concerns and comments about Decatur Recreation parks and facilities. You can download the app for both Android and Apple devices. The new app makes it easy to share information with Decatur Parks and Recreation staff, which will make your parks experiences even more enjoyable. HAPPiFEET is for Parks and Recreation only, and doesn’t replace Decatur’s SeeClickFix app for reporting other city issues. Walk & Roll to School see page 3 Decatur Active Living • Children & Youth Services Fall 2022
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We are also looking forward to expanding our offerings to serve the entire family. The building has a gym, indoor pool, dance studio spaces, meeting rooms, full service kitch en and a large multipurpose room. Oakhurst Recreation Center is just west of Oakhurst Park with the Oakhurst Dog Park right next door. Oakhurst Recreation Center is sure to be a happening spot, whether you are partici pating in one of our many classes, attending a sports event, or if you need a facility to rent for a special occasion. Take a tour of the building and check out all of the awesome renovations that have happened over the summer and learn about new programming. Questions about facility rentals, upcoming programs, or interested in hosting a class? Contact Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@decaturga.com or call 678-553-6541.
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The City of Decatur purchased the property, formerly known as the Samuel L. Jones Boys and Girls Club, at 450 East Lake Dr. The addition of the facility means even more space and opportunities to offer our growing list of programs for the residents of a recreation center in the heart of the Oakhurst neighborhood will add to the Active Living Department’s ability to create fun and engaging ways to meet our resi dents’ health and wellness needs.
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DECATUR ART CLASS In this course we will focus on two areas of visual art: painting and drawing. All levels are welcome as we learn new techniques and put them into practice weekly. Visual art can be beneficial to students because it teaches them to be creative problem solvers and inquisitive thinkers. It helps to develop practical skills and improve dexter ity. It also teaches young artists to under stand how different subjects integrate; for instance, science comes into play when mixing different colors of paint. At the end of each month, we will discuss different ca reer options that artists can go into so that students are aware of the opportunities to use their gifts.
CLUB EBSTER ART CLASSES Do you come to Ebster Recreation Center after school and want to learn how to paint and draw? Sign up with Ebster staff to join our art classes for Club Ebster youth and teens.
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GROOVAROO DANCE CLASS WITH YOUR BABY Come rock with your little one and other grooving parents in this unique prenatal and baby-wearing, baby-bonding dance class — it’s appropriate for all levels of dance experience, including beginners. We will be doing fun, easy community dances with an emphasis on creating a safe, sacred and soulful experience for you and your baby. We welcome you to arrive in your er gonomic, two-shoulder carrier.
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HALLOWEEN DANCE Decatur Active Living invites community 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders to our Halloween Dance. Come dressed in your Halloween costume and join us for an evening of fun, food and music. RSVP by Oct. 14 via CommunityPass. Space is limited, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
CandiNews Productions provides youth theatre experience designed to awaken the creative spirit and imagination through acting, musical theater, and movement in a safe, non-competitive environment. We’ll work on all aspects of theatre including acting, dancing, and music. Our goal is to provide children with the opportunity to have fun exploring the creative arts and discovering new talents while building on those they already have. This semester we’ll explore acting techniques, improvisation, scene study, and much more.
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Civil Bikes Earn A Bike Legacy Park 6-10 11 am 9/24 9/24 FREE for Club Ebster 9/10 Civil Bikes
CandiNews Acting Class DRC 3rd-6thK-2nd 9-10 10-11:30am am Saturday 9/3-12/10 $350/$375 8/31 Candice Newsum
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GroovaRoo Dance Class with Your Baby DRC Baby/Infant 3-4 pm Saturday September First class free, then $15 per session 9/1 Natalia Zometa
Halloween Dance DRC Gym 8-10 6:30-8 pm Friday 10/28 $5 per person 10/14 DAL Staff
Lil Dribblers Basketball DRC 3-5 5:30-6:30 pm T/ThM/W 10/4-2710/3-26 $65/$90 8/1-9/1 Derante Stephen, Teresa Davis
A four-week introductory course designed to develop basic soccer skills. Space is limit ed. Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis beginning August 1.
LIL DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL –3-5 YRS A four-week introductory course designed to develop basic basketball skills. Space is limited. Registration is accept on a firstcome, first-served basis beginning August 1.
Children/Youth Classes At-a-Glance
Lotus Fencing DRC 8-18 6-7pm Wednesday Monthly $80/$95 Ongoing Maria Galindo
Homework Help ERC Club Ebster 4-6 pm M-F FREE DAL Staff
Club Ebster Art Classes ERC Club Ebster 6 pm Tuesday Weekly Free for Club Ebster Ongoing Michael Smith
LOTUS FENCING Interested in sword fighting? Then fencing is the sport for you. It requires mental quick ness and physical strength. Develop speed, endurance, precision and flexibility. Intellec tually, you will develop focus and discipline. Meet at DRC, Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Register before the second class of each month. For more information, contact Maria Galindo, lotusfencing@gmail.com.
Intro to Film Photography ERC 6-10 6 pm Thursdays 9/1-29 FREE for Club Ebster Ongoing Henry Reed & Nancy Elle
Media For All ERC All ages 6 pm M & W 9/7 FREE Spencer Tukes
LIL KICKERS SOCCER – 3-5 YRS
Location Age Time Day Session Fee: Resident/Nonresident Reg. Deadline Instructor
HOMEWORK HELP Club Ebster youth and teens are able to come for homework assistance at Ebster Recreation Center immediately following school.
INTRO TO FILM PHOTOGRAPHY Learn the basics of film photography with us at Club Ebster. Through this old way of creating images, we’ll explore new ways to see and appreciate the world around us. This class will cover everything from using a basic film camera to framing photographs to tell a story. At the end of the course, we’ll have a student showcase of work for all friends and family. KARATE A holistic approach to learning the art of karate. Registration deadline: before the first class of each month. For more information contact Adesi Brown, adesi2274@comcast. net or 404-729-1025, or Sensei McCormick at alouisemccormick@gmail.com.
MEDIA FOR ALL Engaging play-based STEAM learning activi ties fun each week at the Ebster Recreation Center. Activities are centered around con tent production where participants learn beginner to intermediate digital content production techniques and introduction to coding concepts where robotic tech nology takes center stage. Kids of all ages are encouraged to participate! Come join us weekly for Smart Tech Playground and Digital Playground Afterschool Enrichment
Decatur Art Classes ORC 8-15 5:30-6:30 pm Monday Monthly $100-/$110 Ongoing Michael Smith
Karate DRC 7-18 10 am Saturday Monthly $40/$55 Ongoing Adesi Brown
Lil Kickers Soccer Adair Park 3-5 5:30-6:30 pm T/HM/W 9/6-299/7-28 $65/$90 8/1-9/1 Derante Stephen, Teresa Davis
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COED JUNIOR BASKETBALL This league is for boys and girls ages 13-14 who are interested in continuing to play basketball on a fun recreational level while enhancing their basketball skills and funda mentals.
MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITIVE BASKETBALL Teams for boys grades 6-8. Players will have to try out for these teams. Teams will prac tice twice a week and play games on Sat urdays. These teams will participate in the PSG (Premier Sportz Group) and have both home and away games.
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HIGH SCHOOL AGE BASKETBALL
Contact Stacy Green 678-553-6549 • stacy.green@decaturga.com
Coed leagues will be offered for boys and girls ages, 7-8, 9-10 and 11-12. An All Girls League will be offered to girls ages 7-8, 9-10 and 11-13. Each age division has a skills assessment and a draft to determine team assignment. All skill levels are welcome.
The Teens asked and DAL brought it back. A Teen Basketball League will be offered to high schoolers 15-17 years old. This league is an alternative to school teams. This is a competitive league for those wanting to improve their skills and for those who want to participate in a fun and relaxed situation. Teams will have one practice a week begin ning November 14 in local gyms. Games will begin on Saturday, December 3.
Teams will practice once a week beginning the week of September 12 and play games on Saturdays beginning September 24.
League Soccer 6-12 130 165 7/17 9/12 9/24 ERC, ORC
Teen Basketball 13-17 130 165 9/17 11/14 12/3-2/11 DRC, ERC, ORC, RMS
All Girls Basketball 7-13 130 165 9/17 11/14 12/3-2/11 DRC, ERC, ORC, RMS
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Mini Basketball 5-6 65 80 9/17 12/3 12/3-12/21 DRC League Basketball 7-12 130 165 9/17 11/14 12/3-2/11 DRC, ERC, ORC, RMS
MINI BASKETBALL Consists of six players. Games and practices will begin on Saturday, December 3.
COED YOUTH SOCCER AND BASKETBALL League Soccer for boys and girls ages 6-12. Coed teams are divided by age groups 6-7, 8-9 and 10-12. All skill levels are welcome.
MINI SOCCER Consists of eight players. Games and practices will begin on Saturday, September 24.
Coed Mini Soccer (ages 4-5) and Coed Mini Basketball (ages 5-6)
If you have the SPIRIT and the BEAT join Decatur Active Living for the 2022-23 Cheerleading season. Squads will be di vided into ages 6-9 and 10-12. Practices will be held once a week for ages 6-9 and twice a week for ages 10-12 beginning the week of November 14. Squads will cheer for Decatur Rec teams on Saturdays beginning December 3. There will be a free cheerlead ing clinic held on Saturday, November 5 at Ebster Gym at 11 a.m. A parents meeting will follow immediately.
Competitive Basketball Grades 6-8 130 165 9/17 11/6 12/3-2/17 ERC, DRC Cheerleading 6-12 165 180 9/17 11/14 12/3-2/11 RMS, DRC, ORC
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LACROSSE FOR BOYS GRADES 4-5, 6-7 AND 7-8 Join Decatur Active Living for Fall Boys La crosse. Practices are held at local fields in Decatur. These teams will participate in the Gwinnett Lacrosse League.
LEAGUE BASKETBALL FOR KIDS AGES 7-12 YEARS
Mini Soccer 4-5 65 80 7/17 9/12 9/24 LP
COED CHEERLEADING FOR AGES 6-12
LACROSSE FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS Join the Decatur Active Living Lacrosse team for the fall season. The girl’s team will participate in the Southern Edge Girls La crosse League.
These sports focus on fun and basic skills like passing, dribbling, and shooting, while introducing beginners to the game. Each team has one 30-minute game following a 30-minute practice. All games and practices are held on Saturdays. Mini Soccer and Basketball Coaches are always needed. Please consider volunteering.
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ADULT ROUND ROBIN Glenlake Tennis Center offers adult round robin play on, Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Players will be matched up with each other in either singles or doubles to compete in mini-sets. All skill levels are welcome, but beginners may not enjoy the sessions as much as experi enced players. The cost of each round robin session is $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents. You can drop-in at anytime.
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TENNIS ACADEMY (7-18 YRS) The tennis academy is for juniors who would like to take their game to the next level. Advanced Tennis is for juniors looking to play serious competitive tennis and during each session the focus will be advanced stroke training, movement, physical fitness, and match strategy. The class will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-6 p.m. and the cost of each session is $25 for residents and $30 for non-residents. Each session will include stroke in struction, drills, and supervised play. Space is limited, so please contact Glen lake Tennis Center for information on tryouts.
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Munchkin tennis is offered on Mondays or Wednesdays from 4:10-4:50 p.m. The cost is $10 per class. The instructors use backdoor learning techniques and games to teach the children proper strokes and footwork while keeping the major focus of the class about fun. This is not a drop-in class. Please con tact Glenlake Tennis Center to join the waiting list for this class.
YOUTH ALTA/USTA TEAM TENNIS Glenlake Tennis Center has youth girls and boys ALTA/ USTA teams. Space is extremely limited, so please contact Glenlake Tennis Center for information about tryouts.
Glenlake Tennis Courts 1121 Church St. • Five courts Oakhurst Park Courts 307 Feld Ave. • Two courts Scott Park Courts 231 Sycamore St. • Two courts Court Fees (per person per hour) $5/hr for residents $10/hr for nonresidents Courts are free to residents before 6 p.m. daily. Residents must register at Glenlake Tennis Center for free court time. Proof of residency (picture ID and a recent tax/ utility bill) required. Net Result? &
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TennisContact Jabari Cole 404-377-7231 • jabari.cole@decaturga.com
Adult Tennis ADULT BEGINNER TENNIS CLINIC
Tennis classes and drills are held at Glenlake Tennis Center, 1121 Church St., and are priced per session unless otherwise indicated. See the At-a-Glance table for complete details about fees, dates and times. Please register in ad vance at the Glenlake Tennis Center unless otherwise indicated. Glenlake tennis courts operate 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. on weekends. Scott Park and Oakhurst Park courts operate 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.
Glenlake Tennis Center offers six week adult beginner tennis clinics. The clinic is held Sunday noon-1 p.m. each week. Whether you have never picked up a racket be fore, or you are a seasoned veteran looking to make your strokes better, this course may be the best value in Metro Atlanta. The course covers forehands, backhands, proper tennis movement, serves, overheads, and the basics of singles and doubles play. The cost for the six week course is $100 for City of Decatur residents and $125 for all oth ers. Contact Glenlake Tennis Center at 404-377-7231 to reserve your spot.
Team Tennis Glenlake Tennis Center is home to a large number of ALTA and USTA teams. If you are looking to join a tennis team, you can call the tennis center with your name, phone number, and current skill level. If teams are looking for players we will gladly pass on your contact information. The best way to find a team could be a visit to Friday night drills. They are frequented by some of the team captains and if you are unsure of your current level, then one of the pros will be glad to help
BEGINNING TENNIS (7-15 YRS) Mondays or Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. throughout the school year. The pur pose of this class is to prepare children for independent match play by teach ing proper strokes and footwork. The goal is for children to graduate from this class at some point and feed into the Tennis Academy. The cost of each ses sion is $15. This is not a drop-in class. Please contact Glenlake Tennis Center to join the waiting list for this class.
MUNCHKIN TENNIS (4-6 YRS)
Unless otherwise stated, you must have a CommunityPass online account to register and pay for classes, trips, special events or workshops. Please go to the Active Adults section on our website, decaturga.com, to sign up for CommunityPass.
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BRIDGE CLUB
BINGO Join us for Bingo fun at Decatur Rec and our NEW location, Oakhurst Rec Center! Check out the at-a-glance page for upcoming dates. $2 per card, awesome prizes and no limit on winning! RSVP to Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@decaturga.com.
Jada Jordan • jada.jordan@decaturga.com678-553-6541
BODY CONDITIONING This cardio/core and muscle toning class builds muscle and boosts metabolism, us ing dumbbells, resistance bands, stability balls, jump ropes, weights and weighted balls.
Lose yourself in the music and be in the moment! Hop in our new dance fit class with great music and vibes. Music is heavily Soca based with a mix of everything from hip hop, dancehall, reggaeton, pop, Latin rhythms and more. Come out, be pres ent and enjoy 60 minutes of dancing. Be sure to bring water and wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Pre-registration pre ferred but walk-ins are welcome. Contact info@tanithecreator.com or vagaro.com/ tanithecreator to check out the schedule.
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Get crafty with Ms. Gussy! Each class is $10 and will have a new art project each ses sion, materials are provided. Classes are held at the Decatur Rec Center on the 3rd Thurs day of each month, 10 a.m.-noon. Registra tion is required and the deadline to sign up is the Wednesday before Thursday’s class. Please contact Gael Doyle at gael.doyle@ decaturga.com to reserve your spot.
CARDIO DANCE/ZUMBA
AEROBIC DANCE EXERCISE Shape up with LZ aerobics classes includ ing dance exercise and senior aerobics. For more information visit lzaerobics.com or call 404-290-9082.
COUCH TO 5K RUNNING GROUP
Get your trump ready, grab your tallies and make your bids. Bridge Club has a table waiting for you! Coffee and snacks provided. Call Nancy Reid at 404-284-1549 to reserve your spot.
Have you always wanted to become a run ner but felt intimidated to start on your
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BADMINTON Open play badminton for all skills levels. Shuttles and some club level racquets available. Come join the fun and meet new friends at Ebster Gym. Contact Sue Wieloch for more information at suewieloch@hot mail.com.
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Our senior bicycling workshop led by Decatur Active Living staff uses adult tri cycles to support those with mobility chal lenges and help maintain balance while rid ing. Sign up for this workshop if you want to learn the rules of the road, including hand signals and the basics of biking safety. Silver Spokes will meet on Fridays in September and October @10 a.m. at Ebster. Limited tricycles are available and must be reserved for class. Please contact Jada Jordan at jada. jordan@decaturga.com.
DECATUR HIKING CLUB Are you nervous about hiking by yourself? Do you want to meet new friends? Join the Decatur Hiking Club for our monthly hikes. See at-a-glance for Fall dates.
Our Flamenco dance class is geared to ward adults who want to dance and cel ebrate through songs of sevillanas, tangos and bulerías. Study the technique that is used for basic marking steps, footwork and “llamadas” and then use it in combinations and improvisation. Experienced dancers will enjoy the connection between music and dance as taught in this class, but no experience is necessary. Casual attire is ap propriate. Please contact Julie Baggenstoss at julie@flamencoclasses.com or flamencoclasses.com for more information.
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TAI CHI PRACTICE Midlevel practitioners. Utilizing robust Qi gong practice with Yang style short tai chi form to create full body, brain, energy work out. This practice will help cleanse one’s sys tem, refurbish chi and help create a flowing practice. Knowledge of some Qigong and Tai Chi Tang short form is a pre-requisite. To register, contact instructor Steve Dorage, 404-617-0071 or Septembersjdorage@gmail.com.2022
SCOTT PARK COMMUNITY GARDEN This urban oasis features an organic com munity garden that brings residents togeth er, keeps them active, and provides urban greenspace therapy. Each plot is rented annually by City of Decatur residents. Fees are $50/year. If interested in joining, contact Gael Doyle at gael.doyle@decaturga.com.
own? Then this group is for you! We’ll work through an 8-week Couch to 5K program together. If you are interested in joining please contact Gael Doyle at gael.doyle@ decaturga.com.
TABLE TENNIS Participate in a sport you can play for a lifetime at the Decatur Recreation Center. All ages and skill levels are welcome, $2 per session, FREE to City of Decatur residents. Open gym held on Thursdays, 6:45-10 p.m. and Sundays, 9:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. For more info, contact Charlie Slater 404-944-8556.
SILVER SPOKES
A seated senior aerobics class for those with mobility or balance challenges. Classes include music and workouts using elastic straps, small weights and Swiss balls.
Advancing practitioners. Utilizing robust Qigong, Tai Chi and other internal practices to clean and refurbish one’s energy system. Basic knowledge of Yang style short form and some Qigong is mandatory. The aim is to create a breath, balance, body flow so that the student is better able to prac tice meditation in motion. Class is held at Legacy Park. To register, contact instructor Steve Dorage, 404-617-0071 or sjdorage@ gmail.com.
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PICKLEBALL Pickleball is a fun racquet sport that com bines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis. Two or four players use a solid paddle to hit a plastic ball over a net on a badminton-size court. Grab a pair of tennis shoes and start playing the fastest growing sport in America. Reserve outdoor pickleball courts by calling Glenlake Tennis Center, 404-377-7231.
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL Decatur Active Living has collaborated with Atlanta VA Medical Center’s recreational therapy program to offer wheelchair basket ball. Anyone 18+ with a physical disability will have the opportunity to play, learn and compete in wheelchair basketball. Every skill level welcome, veteran status not re quired. YOGA Classes are $40/month for residents and $45/month for non-residents. Please regis ter online through CommunityPass. Contact Cheryl Burnette at chillettes@gmail.com for any questions.
VOLLEYBALL Drop in and play in our recreational league, started by three ringleaders who know the net and are ready to teach and play. We have two nets set up on Sundays and staff onsite to manage the flow.
Slow Flow Yoga – Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Start your day with gentle flowing sequenc es that link movement to breathe as well as slower movements and held postures focusing on alignment, flexibility and bal ance. Bring a yoga mat. Deep Stretch – Thursdays, 10 a.m. Balance and relax your body and mind with yoga poses that are held for longer periods of time with support to release tension in connective tissue, muscles and joints. Suit able for all levels. Bring a mat and a yoga blanket or large towel.
WEDNESDAY WALKS Walking is a low-intensive activity. It’s fun and it provides opportunities for social interaction with others in the community. Walking helps us relax or energize and is an easy way to keep your mind and body healthy. Take a 2-3 mile walk with your neighbors around Decatur. Meet us on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. (May-September) or 10 a.m. (October-April) in front of the Decatur Recreation Center.
VOLLEYBALL TEAM LEAGUE It’s the heart pumping, competitive game you know and love. There will be eight weeks of regular season play and all teams advance to a season tournament to crown the winner. Regular season games on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. from August 3 to September 21. Tournament will be held September 28 and October 5. atlanta.volleyball@stonewallsports.orgContact for more information.
TAI CHI/QIGONG: BEGINNERS HYBRID CLASS Engage 60 minutes to restore your energy. This is a beginner’s class and uses Qigong/Tai Chi to help with balance and relaxation while building strength and flexibility. The class is low impact and accessible to almost every one. To register, contact instructor Neil Nor ton, 404-271-6526 or neil@neilnorton.com. QIGONG Qigong is a gentle movement practice to enhance well-being. We will slow down and make connections to our brains, our bodies and the earth and leave class feeling more energized. This class is beneficial to all fit ness levels. To register, contact Heidi Made, 404-668-5376 or heidisigns@yahoo.com.
ZUMBA Zumba is a full body workout. It is a great al ternative to taking a traditional fitness class. Our choreography is adaptive for any fitness level. It is easy to follow and will boost your heart rate as well as lower your blood pres sure. This class will help you de-stress and improve your coordination.
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Active Adults Jada Jordan • jada.jordan@decaturga.com678-553-6541
BIKES & BREWS (FREE) Fridays, Sept. 16 and Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m. Similar to Trails and Ales but we will bike around Decatur instead of walk. Specific brewery start and end locations TBD. No regis tration necessary, show up ready to ride!
This 6-week class helps owners work together with their dogs to become confident and happy companions. The focus is on learning and practicing basic dog obedience manners as well as solving be havioral problems such as jumping, pulling and barking. The course is good preparation for pet therapy certification as well as learn ing ways to stimulate your dog’s brain. Dogs need to be at least 5 months old, not reactive to other dogs, and have all required health vaccinations.
Estate Planning and Organization in a Digital World Sept. 15, noon-1 p.m. (online)
In this educational and empowering session with local personal family lawyer, Kimberly Cain, learn what you should be thinking about to ensure that you are taken care of the way you want if you become incapacitated. Kimberly will also guide you to take charge of how your financial and human assets are handled in the event of your death.
Decatur Recreation Center Outdoor Classroom / $180 per session
DAMES WELLNESS Second Monday of the month Kickoff Meeting August 22, 7:30 p.m. Join us this Fall for DAMES Wellness meetups for women. A multi-generational, safe, inclusive female based platform that provides a place for women to learn about relevant life and health topics. You will also be encouraged through soulrefreshing and vulnerable conversations, have fun, deeply con nect with others and find your people. Monthly gatherings will include specific topics important to women, guest speakers and small group discussions. Contact Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@ decaturga.com for more information.
Saturday,DemonstrationAug.27,time TBD / Oakhurst Recreation Center Field Is your dog active, alert and need of more exercise in its life? Or may be bored of being a couch pet? Or anxious and in need of building self-confidence? Then Dog Agility for Fun is for you. This one-hour free session will review agility requirements and demonstrate how your dog will learn to go over, through and on obstacles – and how humans guide their dogs through an agility course. It is a mentally and physically stimulating sport for dogs and humans. There will be a short time after the demonstration for dog/human teams to try out the sport.
Oct. 21, 6-7:30pm (online)
Basic Dog Obedience
Saturdays, Sept. 24-Nov. 5, 10-11 a.m.
Who Owns What & What Happens When You Die? A Life and Death Workshop for LGBTQ+ Couples and Families
Join personal family lawyer Kimberly Cain as she helps LGBTQ+ families learn to use legal planning to ensure partners are includ ed in medical and legal decision-making and their resources are used the way they want if something happens to them.
Special Events & Workshops
Estate Planning for Professional Women: Will Your Family Be Left With a Big Mess, Unable to Support You as You Desire?
Mondays, Sept. 19-Oct. 31, 5:45-6:45 p.m.
This 4-week session is for dogs who completed Level 1 Agility and builds on skills learned in Level 1. The course introduces more so phisticated handling skills and introduces longer and more complex running courses. Dog will become more competent in weave poles and the teeter totter. The focus is on continuing to build dog and human confidence in this mentally and physically stimulating sport and enhance the human/dog bond.
TERRI’S TRAINING FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE
Dog Agility for Fun Training – Level 2 Sundays, Oct. 16-Nov. 6, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Dog Agility for Fun Free
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Oakhurst Recreation Center Field / $190 per session
Oakhurst Recreation Center Field / $128 session
This lunch and learn format will feature 45 minutes of content and 15 minutes of Q&A with the presenters.
November 18, 2022; 6-7:30pm
This 6-week session is for dogs who are active, alert and in need of more exercise, or anxious and in need of building up self-confi dence. The focus is on teaching dogs to go over, through and on obstacles – and how humans guide their dog through an agility course. It is a mentally and physically stimulating sport for dogs and humans. Dogs need to be at least 1 year-old, have all health vaccina tions, know basic obedience commands, not be reactive to other dogs. Small or large dogs participate and work at their own pace with their owners.
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Dog Agility for Fun Training – Level 1
TRAIL & ALES (FREE) Thursdays, Sept. 22, Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m. Discover Decatur’s urban trails and check out some of its local breweries! Participants will meet in person at the designated brewery, trek around Decatur and then head back for a round! Contact Gael Doyle at gael.doyle@decaturga.com to register.
RETIREMENT WORKSHOPS Please contact Robert Cox to register at classes@re tirefacts.com
Wednesday, Oct. 26 – 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Halloween costume contest anyone? Join us for lunch at our annual Halloween party. Come as you are or wear your favorite costume and win a prize! Contact Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@decaturga.com or 678-553-6541 to RSVP by October 18.
HALLOWEEN PARTY
12 Playbook • Decatur Active Living • Children and Youth Services • register.communitypass.net/cityofdecatur Active Adults Jada Jordan • jada.jordan@decaturga.com678-553-6541
Sept. 14 – Atlanta Botanical Garden
Wednesday Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Holiday time is just around the corner and we’re gear ing up for our yearly Senior Holiday party. Join us at the Decatur Rec Center and enjoy lots of food, fun, games, gifts and more. Create memories with old friends or make new ones. Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus are highly recommended! Contact Jada Jordan at jada. jordan@decaturga.com or 678-553-6541 to RSVP by December 7.
SENIOR HOLIDAY PARTY
Limited seats are available and you must register through CommunityPass on line by the date listed. Spots are first come, first serve and spaces fill up quickly. No refunds unless cancelled by City of Decatur.
Nov. 9 – Georgia Aquarium
SENIOR THANKSGIVING POTLUCK Wednesday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Whip up your favorite dish and bring it to our Thanks giving Potluck Dinner. We know there are plenty of cooks in our senior community, so come and show us your skills. Contact Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@deca turga.com or 678-553-6541 to RSVP by November 9.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 6:30 p.m. A great resource for anyone who plans to retire in the next 15 years. Topics include but are not limited to: How your benefits are calculated, spousal and ex-spousal benefits, survivor benefits, potential taxation of benefits, early retirement and delayed retirement strategies and more.
Trips for Seniors
Oct. 21 – Ponce City Market
Located in the heart of Atlanta, Ponce City Market has the best unobstructed views of the city’s skyline. Inside Ponce City Market are some of the most unique stores for shopping and plenty of food options to satisfy any appetite. On the rooftop, there’s an amusement park with miniature golf and carnival games, so come and let your inner kid out! Maximum of 11 spots available, $30/person. Must register and pay through CommunityPass by October 7. Contact Jada Jor dan at jada.jordan@decaturga.com or 678-553-6541 if you have any questions.
Join us on a trip to the Georgia Aquarium to see hundreds of species and thou sands of animals across its seven major galleries. The Georgia Aquarium is the largest in the United States and the third largest in the world. Maximum of 11 spots available, $50/person. Must register and pay through CommunityPass by October 26. Contact Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@decaturga.com or 678-553-6541 if you have any questions.
Medicare Basics – Understanding the Medicare Maze
Monday, Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m. This course assists the attendee in understanding the many facets and particulars of Medicare. Attendees gain a foundation of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C (Medicare Advantage) and Part D (Prescription Drug Plan). Areas include when to apply, how to apply, how it interacts with private insurance, deductibles and what factors to include in choosing the right plan. An overview of Me digap (supplemental) plans is also provided. Understanding and Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a 30 acre garden located adjacent to Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta. Incorporated in 1976, the garden’s mission is to “devel op and maintain plant collections for the purposes of display, education, conser vation, research and enjoyment.” The Origami in the Garden exhibition features 18 installations of nearly 70 museum-quality metal sculptures inspired by the Japanese art of folding paper. Maximum of 11 spots available, $40/person. Regis ter through CommunityPass by August 31. Contact Jada Jordan at jada.jordan@ decaturga.com or 678-553-6541 if you have any questions.
Special Events & Workshops – Active Seniors
Body Conditioning
706-474-2802fitnessontrack@comcast.net 5:30 pm Tu $55/$60 (mo) $10 Walk In Brenda Roberts
DecaturBingo Rec. & Oakhurst Rec. Drop In 10 am DRC: 9/13, 9/27, 10/11, 10/25, 11/8, 11/22, 12/13, 12/27 ORC:10/7, 11/4, 12/2 $2 per card DAL Staff
Badminton at Oakhurst Rec. Drop In 6:30 pm Th Free/$5 Sue Weiloch
Family Open Gym Drop in 1-4 pm Sa Free DAL Staff
Functional Exercises for Seniors 404-290-9082www.lzaerobics.com 10:15 am M/W/F $3/class Bobbie Elzey
Wednesday Walks Drop In 9 am, May-Sept 10 am, Oct-April W Free DAL Staff Wheelchair Basketball Drop In noon-2 pm TBD Free DAL Staff
Pickleball at Oakhurst Rec. Drop In 11 am-2 pm 11 am-2 pm FTu Free/$3 DAL Staff
9:30Noonam SaW $60/$75 Neil Norton
Class title Registration details Time Day Fee/nonresident Fee Instructor
Volleyball League atlanta.volleyball@stonewallsports.org 6 pm W TBD Stonewall Atlanta Sports
Table Tennis at Decatur Rec. 404-944-8556 6:45 pm-10 pm 9:30 am-1:45 pm SuTh Free/$2 Charlie Slater
Scott Park Community Garden gael.doyle@decaturga.com 10 am Various dates $50 per year Gael Doyle
404-290-9082www.LZaerobics.com 9 5:30ampm M/WM/W/F $85/$90 (10 weeks) $5/class Bobbie Elzey
Couch to 5K Running Club (Fall run starts 9/12) gael.doyle@decaturga.com 6:30 pm 7:30 am FM Free Gael Doyle Decatur Hiking Club gael.doyle@decaturga.com 9:30 am 9/17, 10/8, 11/12 Free DAL Staff
Tai Chi Practice sjdorage@gmail.com 5 pm M $60/$75 Steve Dorage
DAMES Women’s Wellness jada.jordan@decaturga.com 7 pm 8/22, 9/12, 10/10, 11/14, 12/12 Free Suzanne Barker Jada Jordan Yoga jada.jordan@decaturga.com 10 am ThTu $40/$45 (mo) $10 drop in Cheryl Burnette
Zumba 706-474-2802fitnessontrack@comcast.net 5:30 pm Th $55/60 (mo) $10 Walk In Ina Claggette September 2022
Bridge Club 404-284-1549 10 am 2nd, 4th Th Free/$2 Nancy Reid
Tai Chi/Qigong neil@neilnorton.com
Active Adults At-a-Glance
Aerobic Dance for Seniors
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Art & Crafts jada.jordan@decaturga.com 10 am 9/15, 11/17,10/20,12/15 $10 Ms. Gussy
Silver Spokes jada.jordan@decaturga.com 10 am OctSept (4$25/monthclasses) DAL Staff
Tai Chi Flow (Legacy Park) sjdorage@gmail.com 11 am Sa $60/$75 Steve Dorage
Qigong heidisigns@yahoo.com 10:30 am F $60/$75 Heidi Made
Flamenco www.flamencoclasses.com 7:15 pm W $50/$65 Julie Baggenstoss
Cardio Dance/Zumba info@tanithecreator.com 6 pm Oct. 10-Dec. 19 $10 Walk In $45 (5 classes) $75 (10 classes) Taneisha Gordon
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following the lottery Decatur’s Afterschool Program Fees 2022-2023 Afterschool Registration Monthly Session Part-time Session Program Fee Fee/Nonresident Fee Fee/Nonresident Fee Location(s) Animal Crackers, Grades K-2 $35 $355/$380 (M-F) $80/$90 one day/week Clairemont, Glennwood, Hours: M-F, dismissal to 6:15 pm $160/$180 two days/week Oakhurst, Westchester $240/$270 three days/week Winnona Park $320/$360 four days/week Whiz Kids, Grades 3-5 $35 $355/$380 (M-F) $80/$90 one day/week 5th Avenue Upper Elementary Hours: M-F, dismissal to 6:15 pm $160/$180 two days/week Talley Street Upper Elementary $240/$270 three days/week $320/$360 four days/week 14 Playbook • Decatur Active Living • Children and Youth Services • register.communitypass.net/cityofdecatur
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Decatur Working to Be Named A Child-Friendly City
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2. Children’s Participation: Every child and young person has their voice, needs and priorities heard and taken into account in public laws, policies, budgets, programs and decisions that affect them.
The Children and Youth Services Division seeks motivated, qualified applicants for the Afterschool Counselor position. If you or someone you know is looking for rewarding, high energy, part-time work, please share this opportunity with them. The position works during the City Schools of Decatur school year and shifts are 1:45-6:15 p.m. at 3rd-5th grade programs and 2:15-6:15 p.m. at K-2nd grade programs with some Tuesday night and Saturday morning meetings. The position pay rate is $16 per hour. Applications are online at decaturga. com/hr under Current Job Opportunities.
4. Safe Living Environments: Every child and young person lives in a safe, se cure and clean environment.
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What does the Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) involve in Decatur?
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The Children and Youth Services Division is partnering with Decatur Active Living, Decatur Education Foundation, Decatur Housing Au thority, and City Schools of Decatur to pursue recognition from UNICEF as a Child Friendly City. Decatur is among the first six cities in the United States to sign a mem orandum of agreement with UNICEF to pursue this exciting, important designation.
The CFCI project is a multi-year project designed to engage community members – especially children and youth – to identify priorities and take action in five key goal areas:
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What is a Child Friendly City?
A child-friendly city (CFC) is a city, town, community or any system of local gover nance committed to improving the lives of children within their jurisdiction by re alizing their rights as articulated in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
5. Play and Leisure: Every child and young person has opportunities to enjoy family life, play and leisure. Please visit childfriendlycities.org for more information on this exciting national pilot. To get connected with the City of Decatur’s CFCI effort, please contact Claire Miller at claire.miller@decaturga.com or 404-378-1082.
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To support children and families in need of after school, camp and athletics services who may not have the means to afford the full cost of programs, please consider a contribution to the Mary Miller Decatur Youth Fund. The Mary Miller Decatur Youth Fund makes it possible for children in the City of Decatur whose families cannot afford to pay for athletics, swim team, afterschool, and camp programs to participate in these enriching opportunities. The Decatur Educa tion Foundation graciously manages this fund, which allows Decatur children in need to participate in Ac tive Living and Children and Youth Services activities throughout the year. To make a financial contribution to the Decatur Youth Fund, mail a check made out to the Decatur Education Foundation (please write “Decatur Youth Fund” in notes) to 500 S Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA 30030. Contributions are tax deductible. For more information, contact Claire Miller at 404-378-1082 or claire.miller@decaturga.com.
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All-Day Camps Children and Youth Services provides care for K-5th children on Teacher Work Days and other school breaks. All Day Camps are open to any family wishing to register including nonresidents and families not enrolled in City of Decatur afterschool programs. Children must be at least 5 years of age and must have experience with full day programs. Registration is limited. Programs open 7:30 a.m.-6 pm at Decatur Legacy Park, 500 S. Columbia Dr, Cochran Building. Cost is $50/day for residents, $60/day for nonresidents. Bring your own lunch. Daily snack is provided. THEME DEADLINE Sept. 19-23 Despicable Me Sept. Sept. Despicable Me Sept. Sept. Despicable Me 2 Sept. Sept. 21 Despicable Me 3 Sept. Sept. 22 Minions Sept. Sept. 23 Minions – Rise of Gru Sept. Nov. Magic Tuesday Oct. Nov. 21 It’s Just Science Nov. Nov. 22 Festival Fall Nov.
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Gym Oakhurst Recreation Center 450 East Lake Dr.. Contact Jada Jordan • jada.jordan@decaturga.com678-553-6541 BADMINTON ResidentsThursday,September-October6-8:30p.m.free/nonresidents $5 PICKLEBALL TuesdaysSeptember-DecemberandFridays11 a.m.-2 p.m. Residents free/nonresidents $3 Participation in adult open gym activities at Decatur Recreation Center and Oakhurst Recreation Center is limited and requires physical distancing to meet COVID-19
• An application for financial assistance is not a promise of financial aid.
• Residents are required to submit verification of income. Copies of three current paycheck stubs, letters of supplemental income, Medicaid letters, or copies of the preceding year’s filed taxes will be accepted. All information will remain confidential.
• Registration for all programs will continue at Decatur Recreation Center and online until programs are filled or until the registration deadlines. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m-6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Financial Assistance Notes:
Financial Assistance
Dec. 3 Youth Basketball Begins Dec. 14 Holiday Party – Active
Sept. 19-23 City Schools Fall Break
Contact Lee Williams, 678-553-6742, or lee.williams@decaturga.com
Jan. New Year’s Day (observed) –City of Decatur offices always more information on our blog at beactivedecatur.com Decatur Active Living
ADULT VOLLEYBALL Sundays, 6-9 p.m., year-round BOCCE BALL Monday/Thursday, 1-3 p.m.
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Open precautions. Visit decaturga.com for COVID-19 updates for Decatur Recreation Center and Oakhurst Recreation Center.
Register for activities at register.communitypass.net/cityofdecatur or at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St.
• Only City of Decatur residents may ap ply for financial aid and are required to provide verification of residency upon application, in the form of a tax bill, utility bill or rent receipt.
Sept. 24 Youth Soccer Games Begin
• For information on how to register online, go to decaturga.com/ac tiveliving. Click on Registration for instructions. CommunityPass will not accept financial aid registration. Con tact our office for support at 404-3770494. CommunityPass accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or e-Check.
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A limited amount of financial as sistance is available to city of Decatur residents who demonstrate a need on a first-come-first-served basis. Proof of residency and income verification must be submitted with the financial assis tance application. Assistance is based on a sliding scale. A minimum rate will be required for each activity. Applications are available online and at the Decatur Recreation Center.
Nov. 24-27 City of Decatur offices closed for Thanksgiving
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• Proof of residency is required for resident fees and is subject to verifica tion. Non-verifiable addresses will not be accepted. Proof of residency accepted includes: tax bill, utility bill, rent receipt, current signed lease agreement, or property deed/mort gage note.
Decatur Recreation Center 231 Sycamore St. Resident free, nonresident $2
Nov. 7-10 Georgia Recreation and Park Association Conference – Jekyll Island
How to Play
• Online registration requires a house hold ID number and password. Paper work must be completed in advance of registration day to allow online registration. Find more information at cityofdecatur.register.communitypass.net/
TABLE TENNIS Thursday • 7-9:30 p.m. Sunday • 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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How to Play in Decatur
Dec. 24-26 Christmas – City of Decatur offices closed Dec. 26-Jan. 2 Decatur Recreation Center and Ebster Recreation Center closed for
Oct. 5 International Walk to School Day Oct. 26 Active Senior Halloween Party Oct. 28 3rd/4th/5th Halloween Dance
Sept. 5 City of Decatur offices closed for Labor Day Sept. 11 Decatur Pools Close
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