U Create Macon is the little makerspace that could. With a global pandemic and challenges on may fronts, U Create Macon sprung into action with innovative programming during these uncertain times. We never stopped programming and forged partnerships to make sure our youth did not have a lapse in services. Thank you to our sponsors and community partners that powers U Create Macon! (Please note that individual events may have additional sponsors)
The Parrish Family The Raquesa Family Kevin Haywood Geoff Lee Willie May Sam Macfie Darren Buck Jeff Batcher Seth Clark Bill Howell The Fiveash Family Janet Grier Stephen and Sean Daugherty Brian Robertson Fred Simonelli Jeff Dein Rudy Mendez Matthew Jennings Paul Bronson Janetha Dean Ashley Hightower Demarcus Beckham Sarah Payton Lisa Dougherty Donald Druitt Otis Redding III Christopher Johnson Susan Gregory Cherise Cartwright Amy McCollough
Our biking and outdoor adventures are our main programming, but we are also host additional award winning programs. (See complete list on cover page)
Kids Yoga and Meditation. This is used for the cyclists for injury prevention as well as a stress reliver. We also host community events to show the benefits of yoga for youth. Thanks DJ Phi for adding the silent headphone element to our program.
Public Art and History Working with DSTO Moore and the Sign Store. We have incorporated history and art in telling Macon’s rich history
Kids Film and Makers Festival Giving youths the opportunity to learn about film making and more in partnership with Hutchins College and Career Academy powered by Hargray
U Create Macon is powered by people! Head Coach Major Taylor Middle Georgia Coach Janet Grier
Head Coach Middle Georgia Composite Coach Brian Robertson
Head Coach Trips for Kids Middle Georgia Coach Fred Simonelli
Head Mechanic U Create Macon Coach Chevene Simmons
Liaison Spanish Outreach Ms. Gigi Weaver
Still in our heart Frontline Hero Coach Dr. Lisa Dougherty
ADDITIONAL COACHES Mark Holland Brad Wright Tandy Holland Wesley Altham
Diane Fowler Annalicia McIntosh Chris Parrish James Langstaff
Monte Marshall Jamie Steiger Tracey Wright Daylon Martin
Thank you OCMA Dream Team for you leadership for these joint practice rides
There will be more yoga in 2021 with inside and outside opportunities. Per COVID-19 restrictions
Thank you Commissioner Elect Bill Howell, for your vision and choosing U Create Macon as a partner!
We had three regional winners and the only ones representing biking!
Urban farming – videos series and more!
Otis Redding III working with youths in Pleasant Hill on music development through his program Let It GO!
This is just an overview of our quality programming. We look forward to working with you in 2021! Last year’s report is available upon request. ucreatemacon@gmail.com or (478) 747-7920.