Douglasville Parks and Recreation Program Guide - Spring/Summer 2022

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Athletic Mini-Clinics Soccer Mini Clinic Participants: Ages 9-14

Max Participants per Session: 20 Registration Dates: May 1 – July 8

Fall 2022 .....September 11 – October 29 Day/Time: Saturdays: 11:30am – 12:30pm Fee: Free Location: Hunter Memorial Park

Baseball Mini Clinic

The League of Stars program provides an opportunity for children with developmental and physical disabilities to play baseball on a specially designed rubber turf field. There is no fee associated with this program. Each child will get to hit and play the field during each game. A banquet and trophy ceremony will end the season.

Max Participants per Session: 25

Youth Baseball

Clinic Dates: July 18 – July 19 Time: ..................... 9:00am – 11:00am Fee: $35 Location: Fowler Field

Participants: Ages 5-8

Registration Dates: May 1 – July 11 Clinic Dates: July 11 – July 12 Time: ..................... 9:00am – 11:00am Fee: $35 Location: Hunter Memorial Park

Participants: Ages 3-14 Fall Registration Dates: June 1 – August 8 Session Dates: Spring ...................... March 12 – May 28

Participants: Ages 12-15

Fee: Ages 3-4 $75 Ages 5-6 $90 Ages 7-8 $115 Ages 9-14 $135

Max Participants per Session: 20

Location: Hunter Memorial Park

Registration Dates: March 1 – May 16

Adult Softball

Volleyball Mini Clinics

Clinic Dates: ..... March 21 – May 16 Day/Time: Mondays ...................... 5:30pm – 7:30pm Fee: $45 Location: Jessie Davis Park Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Athletic Programs

Participants: Ages 18+ Registration Dates: Spring ............. December 1 – February 25 Fall ....................................... Starts June 6 Session Dates: Men’s League ........... March 22 – June 7 Co-Ed League ........March 24 – June 23 Day/Time: Men’s League Tuesdays: TBD

League of Stars

Co-Ed League Thursdays: TBD

Session Dates: (6 game seasons) Spring 2022 ........ April 16 – May 28

Fee: $350/team

Participants: Ages 3+

DOUGLASVILLE PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE

Location: Hunter Memorial Park

Therapeutic Recreation Teens + TR Unified Kickball Tournament Registration Dates: May 2 – June 27 Date: July 1 Time: ..................... 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: Hunter Memorial Park Come out to Hunter Park for an afternoon of fun, fellowship and a friendly game of kickball. All abilities welcome… we will adapt play. Enjoy lunch with the Teen Alliance youth and let’s kick’-it with our new friends!

T(A)R(T) in the Park: Fall and Arts Festival Registration Dates: August 15 – September 23 Date: September 23 Time: ..................... 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: Hunter Memorial Park Join the Douglasville Parks and Recreation department as we kick off our therapeutic recreation programs for individuals with disabilities. Our Falls & Arts festival welcomes all to an evening filled with family fun activities where you can enjoy pumpkin painting, food, games, and more.


Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Location: Hunter Memorial Park Registration Dates: February 7 – April 11 Date: ...................................... April 16 Time: .................... 9:00am – 11:00am Fee: $10/person (Children 3 and under are free)

The Easter Bunny is stopping by Hunter Park for breakfast and wants you to join. During breakfast the Easter Bunny will be hopping around visiting with guests while sniffing around for carrots. Following breakfast hundreds of Easter Eggs will decorate our lawn for children to run and collect. The egg hunts will be separated into three different age groups (0-4 5-8, & 9-12) and special needs egg hunt. There will be prizes for golden eggs, raffles, and candy. This event is $10 per person / children 3 and under are free – must sign up when registering.

Doggy Days:

Bark in the Park Location: Worthan Park Date: ......................................... May 7 Time: .................... 10:00am – 1:00pm We invite you and your furry friends to come out for a day of specialized fun for your favorite pooch. We will have vendors, photos, treats and more for your favorite pup. Also, a costume contest to win Doggy of the Day!

Vendor fee $35 per booth. Vendor registration March 14 – April 22.

Fishing Derby Location: Hunter Memorial Park Registration Dates: April 25 – June 10 Date: ....................................... June 25 Time: .................... 9:00am – 12:00pm Cast your line and see what you can catch at Hunter Park’s Lake during our annual

Fishing Derby. Awards given for most weighted fish in each age group. Age groups 0-4, 5-8, 9-12, 13-17, and adults 18+. Don’t forget to bring your own bait, tackle, and fishing rods. Raffle for various prizes throughout the event. Sign up for this free event! Individuals who register by June 10th will receive a complimentary event t-shirt.

National Kids to Park Day Location: Willing Workers Park Date: ................................. May 21 Time: ................... 10:00am – 2:00pm Want to have fun with the family? Come out for this fun filled day in the park of games, crafts, food and activities for all to enjoy.

Screen on the Green Location: Fowler Field Dates: .......... April 1 | June 3 | July 8 Location: Hunter Memorial Park Dates: ...................................... July 22 Times: Doors open ............................. 7:00pm Movie start ................................. Dusk Come out for a free movie hosted by the parks and recreation team. We will have various theme nights with movies for all ages. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy. Visit our website and Facebook page to receive movie updates.

Teen Alliance Summit Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Registration Dates: January 2 – June 27 Dates: ...................... June 30 – July 1 Time: ..................... 9:00am – 4:00pm Ages: ........................................... 12-18 This two-day event will include four main pillars. We will also have group discussions and breakout sessions for all the youth to engage in conversations that will benefit

their overall growth and development. There will be team building exercises, games and motivational speakers. Giveaways and lunch will be provided. Registration is free. Space is limited.

Senior Monthly Special Events

Senior Easter Hat & Tea Brunch Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Date: ...................................... April 14 Time: ................... 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Mother’s Day Brunch Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Date: ....................................... May 11 Time: .................... 11:00am – 1:00pm

Wellness Senior Walk Location: Willing Workers Park Date: ....................................... May 25 Time: .................... 9:00am – 12:00pm

Father’s Day Luncheon/ Senior Cards Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Date: ....................................... June 18 Time: ................... 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Summer Picnic Location: Willing Workers Park Date: .......................................... July 9 Time: .................... 10:00am – 1:00pm For further details about camps, special events and all that Parks has to offer, visit DouglasvilleParks.com!


Athletic Mini-Camps All Sports All-Stars Junior Camp Registration Dates: ............................... April 1st – June 17th Dates: ...................................................... June 27th – June 30th Time: .............................................................. 8:00am – 12:00pm Ages: ........................................................................................ 5-8 Program Fee: ....................................................... $50/per child

All Sports All-Stars Registration Dates: ................................... May 1st – July 1st Dates: ................................................................ July 11th – 14th Time: ............................................................. 8:00am – 12:00pm Ages: ...................................................................................... 9-12 Program Fee: ....................................................... $50/per child

Camp Terrific! Registration Dates: ............................... April 1st – July 15th Dates: ............................................................... July 18th – 22nd Time: ............................................................... 9:00am – 2:00pm Ages: ....................................................................................... 15+ Program Fee: ....................................................... $85/per child This is a specialty camp designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Participants will be provided a week of therapeutic recreational activities to include nature walks, cycling, fishing, arts and performances and social skills. Oneon-one care is not provided, and space is limited. Scholarships available for programs. Contact us for further information.

Girls Volleyball Camp Registration Dates: ................................ April 1st – June 3rd Dates: ...................................................................................... June 13th – 16th Time: ............................................................. 8:00am – 12:00pm Ages: ...................................................................................... 9-14 Program Fee: .............................................................. $65/child

Youth Basketball Camp Registration Dates: ................................. May 1st – July 17th Dates: ................................................................... July 25th – 28th Time: ........................................ 8:00am – 10:00am (ages 9-11) 10:30am – 12:30pm (ages 12-14) Ages: ...................................................................................... 9-14 Program Fee: ............................................................. $45/child

YOUTH DAY CAMPS Camp Funtastic Summer Camp Registration Dates: .......................... March 14th – May 13th Dates: ........................................................ June 6th – July 29th Time: ................................................................ 7:00am – 6:00pm Ages: ...................................................................................... 5-12 Program Fee: ......................................... $95/weekly per child (each additional sibling receives a $5 discount)

Counselor In Training Summer Program Registration Dates: .............................. March 7th – May 6th Dates: ....................................................... June 13th – July 29th Time: ................................................................ 7:00am – 6:00pm (hours vary)

Ages: .................................................................................... 13-15 Program Fee: ...................................................................... Free

Digital Media Camp Registration Dates: ............... April 4th – June 3rd | July 8th Dates: ................................. June 13th – 17th | July 11th – 15th Time: ................................................................ 9:00am – 4:00pm Ages: .................................................................................... 10-14 Program Fee: .............................................................. $50/child

Junior Ranger Camp Registration Dates: ................................ April 1st – July 15th Dates: ................................................................ July 25th – 29th Time: ................................................................ 9:00am – 4:00pm Ages: ...................................................................................... 5-12 Program Fee: .............................................................. $75/child


Junior Golf Camp Dates: ................................. June 21st – 23rd | July 26th – 28th Time: .............................................................. 9:00am – 12:00pm Ages: ...................................................................................... 7-15 Program Fee: ............................................................ $125/child

Summer Fun Pass 2022 Registration Dates: ............................... April 1st – June 24th Dates: ................................................................... Month of July Time: ................................................................ 9:00am – 6:00pm Ages: .................................................................................... 12-17 Program Fee: ............................................................ $125/child The Summer Fun Pass is your child’s access to outdoor play and exploring the metro area. Each week, teens will participate in activities designed to spark imagination, increase social skills and help them unplug from electronics. Join us on a weekly voyage of trips including Atlanta Braves games and hiking at Sweetwater Creek State Park. Field trips are once a week, from 9:00am - 6:00pm. All field trips are covered by the registration fee and will be chaperoned by City of Douglasville employees.

Fashion Workshops Camps: Sew it All Registration Dates: ................................. April 1st – June 6th Dates: ...................................................... June 13th – June 17th Times: ............................................ 9:00am – 1:00pm (ages 5-7) 1:00pm – 5:00pm (age 8-12) Ages: ................................................. 5-7 (Doll House Summer) 8-12 (Sew It All Summer) Program Fee: ........................................................... $260/week (supplies included)

The STEAM Generation Summer Camp

Junior Engineering Summer Camp Registration Dates: .................................................... April 1st Dates: ..................................................... June 20th – June 24th Time: .......................................... (Mornings) 8:30am – 11:30am (Afternoons) 12:30pm – 3:30pm (Full Day) 8:30am – 3:30pm Ages: ........................................................................................ 4-7 Program Fee: ............................ $175/half day | $275/full day Week 1: ........................... Morning session (Air & Space Explorers) Afternoon session (Robotics Adventure Stories) Week 2: .................................. Morning session (Boom Town Build) Afternoon session (JCoding – Game Maker)

The STEAM Generation Summer Camp

Engineering Summer Camp

Registration Dates: .................................................... April 1st Dates: ............................................................... July 18th – 22nd Time: .......................................... (Mornings) 8:30am – 11:30am (Afternoons) 12:30pm – 3:30pm (Full Day) 8:30am – 3:30pm Ages: ...................................................................................... 8-14

Parks partnershiP CAMPS Performing Arts Camp Registration Dates: .................................................... April 1st

Program Fee: ............................ $175/half day | $275/full day Week 1: .......................... Morning session (To the Moon and Back) Afternoon session (Digital Maker – Make it Blink) Week 2: .................................... Morning session (Treasure Hunter) Afternoon session (App Development)

Dates: .. Week 1: June 13th – 17th | Week 2: June 27th – July 1st Week 3: July 11th – 15th | Week 4: July 25th – 29th Time: ............................................ 2:00pm – 3:30pm (ages 8-10) 4:00pm – 5:30pm (age 11-13) Ages: ...................................................................................... 8-13 Program Fee: ............................................. $70/child per week This is a fun and inclusive space for future performers to experience and appreciate the arts. Week 1 Theme: Performing Arts “Who’s Got Talent?” | Week 2 Theme: Monologue Performance | Week 3 Theme: Improv on the Spot | Week 4 Theme: Storytelling Performance

For more information on these camps and how to register, scan the QR code or visit

DOUGLASVILLEGA.GOV/CAMPS


Date: ............................... 4th Monday

Parks and Recreation Department.

Time: ....................................... 6:30pm

(S.T.E.P)

Special Talents Entirety Program

Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Session Dates: Ends June 4 Day/Time: Saturdays ............ 9:00am – 10:00am

Bible Study

Ages: ............................................. 7-12

with Judge Caldwell

Program Fee: Free

Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Pedal Pushers Group Ride

Special Talents Entirety Program (S.T.E.P.) is an inclusive coed dance program designed for special needs youth with intellectual/physical disabilities and/or delays.

Location: Hunter Memorial Park

Our skill sets include:

Location: Hunter Memorial Park

Date: ............................... Wednesdays

•Street Rhythm-An urban fusion of both Jazz & Hip-Hop with a focus on rhythm & inspiration.

Day/Time: Saturdays ............. 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Time: ..................................... 10:30am

Date: ................................ Thursdays Time: ..................... 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Bodacious Dance Fitness Ike Owings Community Center

Program Fee: $15/class Bodacious is a dance class providing a safe place for both men and women. This class encourages self-love, confidence and growth through selfexpression.

Hawthorne Walking Club Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Date: ........................................... Daily Time: .................... 8:00am – 10:00am

Ike Owings Community Center

Start Date: ........................... March 2 Program Fee: $5/ride Come join our team for a fun group ride throughout the park. Meet us at Ike Owings Community Center – ride a trike or bike – bring your own helmet and water. Let’s ride, socialize, and exercise.

Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center

Session Dates: .. March 1 – April 19 Day/Time: Tuesdays ............. 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Line Dancing 50 + Location: Jessie Davis Park

Senior Card Games

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Date: ............................... Mondays

Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center

Time: .................... 9:00am – 11:00am

Date: .................................... Tuesdays

New Horizons

Time: .................... 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Community Meetings Location: Jessie Davis Park

Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center DOUGLASVILLE PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE

Student volunteers needed ages 13-18! To volunteer or for more information, please contact Egypt Dudley at dudley@ofheartfitness.com.

Relate N’ Release

Team members will be facilitating weekly discussions and activities targeting mental and emotional health, self-awareness, and the strength of building a community.

Participants will receive an award for every 500 miles completed!

•Cheer dance-Combining the worlds of dance & cheer alike to create a high energy experience.

Did you know card playing can help improve memory and concentration? This is a free event to play classic card games like bid whist and spades. This activity is hosted by the Douglasville

Sunflowers in Motion Urban Line Dance

Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Day/Time: Wednesdays: ....... 6:00pm – 8:00pm Saturdays: ........ 10:00am – 12:00pm Program Fee: $7/class Participants will learn basic line dance


steps that are set to R&B music and will learn a variety of line dances from across the country. Line dances will be taught at all skill levels Sunflowers dance in the sun on Wednesday nights during the summer months.

Ages: ............................................. 7-10 Program Fee: $120 for 8-week program/$15 weekly

The STEAM Generation

Jr Explorer Club Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Session Dates: March 30 – May 11

all youth between the ages of 6-10 to enjoy.

Zumba

Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Day/Time: Tuesdays ............... 6:00pm – 7:00pm Thursday .............. 6:00pm – 7:00pm Program Fee: $7/class.

Day/Time: Wednesdays: ...... 5:30pm - 6:20pm Ages: ............................................. 4-7

Taekwondo Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Day/Time: Beginner/Intermediate Tuesdays ............. 6:00pm – 8:00pm Advanced Thursdays ............ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Program Fee: $115/supplies included Theme: Coding: Animal Planet – Students will receive a view of the world from a new angle with hands-on coding experience and creative projects. It encourages kids to learn coding though exploring the animal world – how they see, hear and move!

Adventurers STEAM Club

Program Fee: $45/month

Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center

Tiny Dancers Ballet I

Day/Time: Wednesdays: ...... 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center

Ages: ............................................. 8-14

Session Dates: Spring: March 5 – April 23 Summer: June 4 – July 30 Day/Time: Saturdays: .......... 10:00am - 10:45am Ages: .............................................. 3-6 Program Fee: $120 for 8-week program/$15 weekly

Tiny Dancers Ballet II Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center Session Dates: Spring: March 5 – April 23 Summer: June 4 – July 30 Day/Time: Saturdays: .......... 10:45am - 11:30am

Session Dates: March 30 – May 11

Program Fee: $115 supplies included Theme: Virtual Robotics: Coding with Computational Thinking – Students will learn how to write codes to make their virtual robots perform projectoriented tasks and participate in exciting challenges.

Youth Hip Hop Fitness Location: Hunter Memorial Park Ike Owings Community Center

Session Dates: June 6 – August 1 Day/Time: Mondays ............... 6:00pm – 6:45pm Ages: ............................................. 6-10 Program Fee: $120 for 8-week program/$15 weekly Kids will have the opportunity to learn fun and creative dance moves while having a social interaction with their peers. This is an inclusive class for

For more information on how to become a part of the Parks Partnership Program, contact thrashers@ douglasvillega.gov.



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