acc leisure services summer 2012 program and events guide

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Athens Clarke County Leisure Services Department

Program & Events Guide

Summer 2012MAY - AUGUST 2012

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The Independence Day celebration, the Star Spangled Classic, returns to Bishop Park this summer!Photos by Mike Wharton

Celebrate Independence Day with the Star Spangled Classic in Bishop Park! Enjoy live music, delicious food, great games and new this year, a Children’s Patriotic Parade! Kids ages 10 and younger are invited to decorate their tricycles, bicycles, and other non-motorized modes of transportation in the spirit of the holiday and “parade” through Bishop Park on the walking paths.

The parade through the park kicks off the evening’s activities at 5:30, and a spectacular fireworks display, presented by Athens First Bank and Trust tops the evening off at dark. In between, families and friends can enjoy live music, food, games and contests..

Keep up to date on details of the event on the Star Spangled Classic page at www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure and Facebook.

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Theatre Class: Monologues and More!This class will use monologues, readers’ theatre skits, and improvisational sce-narios to explore the benefits of drama; augment basic acting techniques, teach comedic timing, speech, and elocution, plus add to participants’ improvisational flexibility. AGES: Teens-Adults PROGRAM DATE: Tuesdays, April 10-May 15 (6 2-hour classesTIME: 6:30-8:30 p.m. FEE: $50 ACC resident; $75 Non-resident LOCATION: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, 706-613-3628

Theatre Class: Monologues and More! for Cognitively DisabledThis class will use monologues, readers’ theatre skits, and improvisational sce-narios to explore the benefits of drama; augment basic acting techniques, teach comedic timing, speech, and elocution, plus add to participants’ improvisational flexibility. Reading and speaking abili-ties necessary.AGES: Teens-Adults PROGRAM DATE: Tuesdays, April 10-May 15 (6 1-hour classesTIME: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. FEE: $30 ACC resident; $40 Non-resident LOCATION: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, 706-613-3628

37th Juried Exhibition A professionally oriented art competition open to Athens area artists working in all visual media. This exhibition promises to be a wide range of high quality artworks in a variety of media, styles and concepts – something for everyone to love. AGES: All ages, children must be accompa-nied by an adultDATES: February 19 – April 21TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Caribbean Night

Presented by UGA’s Caribbean Student AssociationA showcase of Caribbean culture through dance, music, food, and singing.AGES: All AgesEVENT DATES: Friday, April 13TIME: Dinner at 6:30 p.m., Show at 7:30 p.m. ADMISSION: $5 UGA Students; $7 Non-Students Tickets are available by phone at the UGA Tate Center Cashier’s Window at 706-542-8074 and at the Morton Theatre on the day of the show LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

Ugapalooza 2012Presented by the UGA AccidentalsThe annual a cappella invitational con-cert hosted by the UGA Accidentals.www.ugaaccidentals.com AGES: All AgesEVENT DATE: Saturday, April 14TIME: TBAADMISSION: TBALOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

Second Saturday Storytime Join Nature Center staff for a different nature story each month this spring. Learn about the woods, turtles, butterflies, and much more!AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult).PROGRAM DATES: Saturday, April 14TIME: 2:30 - 3:00 p.m.FEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration required

“The Underworld”2012 FX Spring ConcertPresented by Dancefx www.dancefx.org Take a journey beneath the surface and back with Dancefx! Presenting Dancefx Concert Dance Company with Sweet

Dreams, Contact Dance Company, the Modern Pin Ups, and the Dancefx Tap Ensemble, as well as the Dancefx Studio Program Classes. AGES: All AgesEVENT DATES: Friday, April 20–Saturday, April 21TIME: Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday 4:30 p.m. (adult program classes), and 7:30 p.m.ADMISSION: $15 Adults, $11 Students, $10 Dfx Students NOT in the show, $5 Performer tickets (bleacher seating)LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

Nighttime PaddleCome and experience the full moon on Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks, only.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Friday, April 20TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own boat$12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Naturalist’s Walk Join us for a walk around the property to see what’s changing and getting ready for spring! Bring your camera and/or binoculars. AGES: All ages welcome, but an adult must accompany children under 13PROGRAM DATES: Saturday, April 21TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.FEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615

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 col-lection. Visit our website for information about what are acceptable trades.AGES: All ages (children under 13 with

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Last Chance: April Eventsadult)PROGRAM DATES: Saturday, April 21TIME: 11:00 a.m. - NoonFEE: Free, Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615

Earth Day Craft-O-Rama NEWCelebrate Earth Day and have fun creating beautiful arts & crafts projects using recycled materials from around the house!AGES: 6 – 10PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, April 21TIME: 11:00 a.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

Animal EncountersMeet some of Bear Hollow’s education ambassadors during a 15 -30 minute live animal presentation.

AGES: All AgesPROGRAM DATES: 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each monthTIME: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. FEE: FreeLOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo 706-613-3616

Open House “Save the Frogs Day!”Join us for a morning of exploring all about frogs. Come for a few minutes or stay for a couple of hours.AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult)PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, April 28TIME: 10:00 a.m. - NoonFEE: FreeLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615

Turtle ShowThis program will provide a chance to show off your pet turtles in a turtle show. Is your turtle the “Best in shell”? There will be seminars on the best ways to take care of turtles and the status of turtles around the world. AGES: All AgesPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, April 28TIME: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.LOCATION: Memorial Park Recreation HallFEE: $3/person public viewing. $5.00 / Turtle Contestant Registration (no limit)REGISTRATION: Pre-registration required for turtle show contestants. Call 706-613-3616 Ext. 22 to register and for contest details

Each year, Lyndon House Arts Center (LHAC) presents continually changing art exhibitions in a wide range of media, styles and concepts. There is always so much variety in the five galleries that every visitor sees something that he or she will enjoy.

All exhibitions are free and open to the public during LHAC operating hours, Tuesday and Thursdays from noon to 9:00 p.m., and Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

In addition to the amazing galleries, LHAC offers a diverse selection of art classes fro adults, children, and teens, annual festival

events including Harvest Festival and Lickskillet Artist Market, countless special events, a historic house museum, and gallery shop featuring items by more than 90 area artists.

Lyndon House Arts Center is supported in part by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) through the appropriation of the Georgia General Assembly, GCA is a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

Visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/lyndonhouse or call 706-613-3623 for details.

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Period Decorative Arts c.1840-1890 and Athens History Museum DisplayThe Ware-Lyndon House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, rep-resents a blend of the Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Resplendent interior furnishings showcase period decorative arts of the mid and late 1800’s. Museum quality memorabilia in the Historic Display Room highlight significant aspects of Athens history.AGES: All ages, children must be accompa-nied by an adultDATES: OngoingTIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

LHAC Gallery ShopA wide variety of one-of-a-kind originals by over 85 Athens area artists, many with national reputations, including paintings, photography, individually designed textiles, jewelry, blown & fused glass, pottery and more. AGES: All ages, children must be accompa-nied by an adultDATES: OngoingTIMES: Tuesday- Saturday: Noon – 5:00 p.m.LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

27th Annual Georgia Artists with Disabilities 2012 WinnersA touring exhibition comprised of ‘Best in Show’, ‘Distinguished Merit’ and ‘Honorable Mention’ award winners in the Georgia Artists with Disabilities Annual Juried Art Exhibition. Featuring 47 works by 37 artists from around the state, this exhibition includes drawings, fabric design, jewelry, metalsmithing, needlework, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, weaving and wood carving. Two works by Athens’

own Christopher J. Domis are traveling with this exhibition. One of his works was awarded with a ‘Best in Show’ designation.AGES: All ages, children must be accompa-nied by an adultDATES: June 5 – July 7, 2012TIMES: Tuesday and Thursday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

AUDITIONS

The Wizard of OzAthens Creative Theatre will host audi-tions for this classic family musical. Call for an appointment for your time to shine.AGES: 8-adult (children, adults, seniors)AUDITIONS: Monday, August 13 and Tuesday, August 14TIME: 6:00-9:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Quinn Hall at Memorial Park. 706-613-3628

PERFORMANCES

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Tickets to these events can be purchased at the Morton Theatre Box Office, by calling 706-613-3771, or on the Morton Theatre

website unless otherwise noted.

Hot Corner Celebration and Soul Food FeastPresented by the Hot Corner Association and sponsored in part by Athens Downtown Development Authority.AGES: AllPROGRAM DATE: Friday–Saturday, May 4-5 TIME: Indoor events begin at 8:00 p.m. at the conclusion of the free outdoor eventsFEE: Concert, TBA; Saturday Festival admission is Free to the public

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

The Dancefx 2012 FX Spring ConcertPresented by The Dancefx Youth Program www.dancefx.org Come enjoy the Dancefx Spring Studio Concert. The evening will include pieces from the Dancefx youth performance programs and companies. AGES: AllPROGRAM DATE: Friday–Saturday, May 11-12TIME: Friday at 7:00 p.m.; Saturday at 10:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.FEE: $16 Adults, $13 Students, $10 Dfx Students NOT in the show, $5 Performer tickets (bleacher seating)LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706- 613-3771

2012 Spring Graduation Ceremony Classic City High School - PLCwww.clarke.k12.ga.us/plcHigh school graduation ceremony for students who complete their academic requirements.AGES: AllPROGRAM DATE: Wednesday, May 16TIME: 6:30-8:00 p.m.FEE: Free tickets to this event must be secured through the school prior to the ceremony to ensure a seat.LOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771 Flagpole Athens Music AwardsPresented by Flagpole Magazinewww.flagpole.com Part of the annual AthFest music and art festival, this annual award ceremony honors local, Athens musicians. AGES: AllPROGRAM DATE: Thursday, June 21TIME: 8:00 p.m.FEE: TBALOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3771

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Bishop Park: 705 Sunset DrEast Athens Community Center: 400 McKinley Dr.Lay Park: 297 Hoyt St.Memorial Park: 293 Gran Ellen Dr.Rocksprings Park: 291 Henderson Ext.

POOL SEASON

The Bishop Park, East Athens Community Center, Memorial Park, and Rocksprings Park pools open for the season on Saturday, May 26, and are open on Sunday, May 27 and Memorial Day Monday, May 28.

Lay Park pool opens for the season on Tuesday, May 29.

All pools are closed on Mondays for maintenance.

POOL HOURS

Tuesday-Friday: 1:00 -5:30 p.m.Saturday: Noon-5:30 p.m.Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.(Bishop Park Pool is open to the public on Saturday and Sunday only. The Bishop Park pool is open Memorial Day, Monday, May 28.)

POOL FEES

$1 per personPOOL PASSES: $20: Individual Pass; $30: Group/Family of Four Pass

SWIM PROGRAMS

Swim SchoolACC Leisure Services offers small group swim lessons for children at Bishop Park Pool. Classes are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis.AGES: 3 and olderDAYS AND DATES: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and FridaysSESSION 1: May 22 - June 8SESSION 2: June 12 - June 29

SESSION 3: July 10 - July 27TIMES: 9:00 a.m., 9:50 a.m., and 10:40 a.m.FEE: $33 ACC resident; $50 Non -residentFor more information, please e-mail: [email protected] or call 706-613-3801.

Parent / Tot Swim SchoolSmall group parent/tot swim lessons for children six months to age 3. Classes are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis.AGES: Parents with children 6 months - 3 yearsDAYS AND DATES: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (no Session 1):SESSION 2: June 12 - 29SESSION 3: July 10 - 27TIMES: 9:50 a.m. and 10:40 a.m.FEE: $33 ACC resident; $50 Non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park poolFor more information, e-mail: [email protected] or call 706-613-3801.

Adult Lap SwimA certified lifeguard will be on duty.LOCATION: Bishop Park PoolAGES: Adults 18 and olderDAYS AND DATES: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays: May 22 – August 3TIMES: 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.FEE: $55 ACC resident; $83 Non-residentFor more information, e-mail: [email protected] or call 706-613-3801.

Dolphins Swim TeamACC Leisure Services will once again team up with the University of Georgia’s Athens Bulldog Swim Club to provide a fun, competitive coed swim program. The program focuses on learning, developing and improving various swim strokes. Swimmers must be able to swim the length of the Bishop Park pool to register. Practices are held Monday throughFriday at the Bishop Park pool.AGES: 5 –18 (Age Control Prior to June 1, 2012)

DATES: May 21 – July 31PRACTICES: Monday – FridayMEET DATES: To Be AnnouncedFEE: $55 ACC resident; $83 Non-residentFor more information, e-mail: [email protected] or call 706-613-3801.

“Twinges in the Rusty Hinges” Aquatic AerobicsAre there twinges of pain in your joints as you work out? Then join Kim Smith-Saxton for wonderful low impact aerobic exercise in the pool!AGES: 18 and olderPROGRAM DATES: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays beginning on May 29.TIMES: 6:00 -7:00 p.m. on weekdays and 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Saturdays.FEE: $5 per person per sessionLOCATION: Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Pool Sports PartyPool Basketball, Corn Hole, and other water sports will be scheduled during this water sport program. Refreshments and Prizes provided after games have ended.AGES: All agesPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, June 23TIME: 3:30-5:00 p.m.FEE: $1 pool admissionLOCATION: East Athens Community Center 706-613-3801

Pool PartyThis program will show the appreciation to the community and end of the summer fun.AGES: 6 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 28 TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.FEE: $1 LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613 -3593

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Art Camp: Intriguing, Interesting IndiaFrom the ornate jewelry and sculpture to the architecture, tapestries and fabrics, come with us as we discover the wonderful, artistic treasures found in India. Limit 24AGES: 4-6DATE: Monday-Friday: June 25-29TIME: 9:00 a.m. - noonFEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 Non-resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: Intriguing, Interesting India II From the ornate jewelry and sculpture to the architecture, tapestries and fabrics, come with us as we discover the wonderful, artistic treasures found in India. Limit 24AGES: 7-12DATE: Monday-Friday: June 25 - 29TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: It’s My Planet – Beautiful, Bold, Birds Birds come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and varieties and are fascinating crea-tures. Let’s explore all these differences and similarities while we embrace the beauty they bring to our world. Limit 24AGES: 7-12

PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday, July 9-13TIME: 9:00 a.m. - noonFEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Art Camp: It’s My Planet – Beautiful, Bold, Birds IIBirds come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and varieties and are fascinating crea-tures. Let’s explore all these differences and similarities while we embrace the beauty they bring to our world. Limit 24AGES: 7-12DATE: Monday-Friday: July 9 - 13TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee. $95 Non-resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: Teen Drawing and Fantasy Illustration Award winning artist and illustrator; Mark Helwig and highly acclaimed artist and teacher; Toni Carlucci combine to provide a dynamic art and drawing experience for teens interested in taking their drawing to the next level. Limit 24AGES: 12 and olderDATE: Monday-Friday: June 18 - 22TIME: 1:00– 4:00 p.m.FEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: Teen Top ChefWhat better combination than food and art, or food as art, or food presentation as art? We will combine it all in this fun camp where we will cook, draw, paint, make cookbooks, etc. ending in a friendly competition. Who will win Teen Top Chef? Limit 12AGES: 13 and olderDATE: Monday-Friday: July 16 - 20TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non-resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-resi-dents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: The Colorful World of Eric Carle Our paintings will have no color limits or rules as we explore the art of beloved book artist Eric Carle. Let’s go where horses can be blue, caterpillars very hungry, and chameleons can be mixed up. Limit 24AGES: 4-6DATE: Monday-Friday: June 11 - 15TIME: 9:00 a.m. – noonFEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: The Colorful World of Eric Carle III Our paintings will have no color limits or rules as we explore the art of beloved book artist Eric Carle. Let’s go where horses can be blue, caterpillars very hungry, and chameleons can be mixed up. Limit 24AGES: 4-6DATE: Monday-Friday, July 23 - 27TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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moderately trained young dancer. The main objective is to offer one week of intensive training that will develop posture, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and rhythm.AGES: 6-12 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 4 - 8TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 4: Dance Exploration (Group 1 & Group 2) This is an open level camp for the beginning to the lower intermediate level young dancer. The main objective is to offer one week of intensive training that will develop strength, flexibility, posture and placement, movement quality, rhythm, dance theory, and dance terminology.AGES: 8-15 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 11 - 15 TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 5: Dance Journey (Group 1 & Group 2) This is an open level camp for the beginning to the lower intermediate level young dancer. The main objective is to offer one week of intensive training that will develop strength, flexibility, posture and placement, movement quality, rhythm, dance theory, and dance terminology.AGES: 8-15 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday:, June 18 - 22TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident: $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March

or rules as we explore the art of beloved book artist Eric Carle. Let’s go where horses can be blue, caterpillars very hungry, and chameleons can be mixed up. Limit 24AGES: 7-12PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday, June 11-15TIME: 1:00–4:00 p.m.FEE: $63 Resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 Non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706- 613-3623

Dance Camp 1: Physical Fitness CampNo dance training is required for par-ticipants. The main objective is to offer one week of Hip Hop, Step Dance, Line Dance, and creative movement classes that will entertain participants while developing coordination, and rhythm. AGES: 6-12 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: May 21-25 TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-resident LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624 REGISTRATION DATES: Registration begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 2: Movement Discovery (Group 1 & Group 2) This camp is for the beginning to the moderately trained young dancer. The main objective is to offer one week of intensive training that will develop posture, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and rhythm.AGES: 6-12 PROGRAM DATE: Tuesday-Friday: May 29-June 1TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 3: Movement Adventure (Group 1 & Group 2) This camp is for the beginning to the

FEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Art Camp: The Colorful World of Eric Carle IV Our paintings will have no color limits or rules as we explore the art of beloved book artist Eric Carle. Let’s go where horses can be blue, caterpillars very hungry, and chameleons can be mixed up. Limit 24AGES: 7-12DATE: Monday-Friday, July 23 - 27TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab fee LOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at Lyndon House Arts Center

Art Camp: Creatures with Wings! Bugs, Birds, Insects and more! We will have fun exploring all the wonderful, beautiful creatures with wings while we paint, draw, sculpt, and create.Limit 24AGES: 4-6PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday, June 18-22 TIME: 9:00 a.m.–noonFEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

Art Camp: Creatures with Wings! IIBugs, Birds, Insects and more! We will have fun exploring all the wonderful, beautiful creatures with wings while we paint, draw, sculpt, and create.Limit 24AGES: 4-6PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday, July 16-20TIME: 9:00 a.m.–noonFEE: $63 ACC resident plus $15 lab fee; $95 non- resident plus $15 lab feeLOCATION: Lyndon House Arts Center, 706-613-3623

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31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 6: Ballet (Group 1 & 2) Students must be familiar with basic barre, basic positions of the feet and arms, and basic center floor exercises. Emphasis will be placed on posture, placement, strengthening the point of the feet, improving the turn out, and strong and proper body alignment. Students will further develop their knowledge of ballet through vocabulary and move-ment that will challenge their ability to move precisely and gracefully. On the last day of camp, families will be invited to watch a ballet demonstration given by the students.AGES: 8-15 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 25 - 29TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noonFEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 7: Tap (Group 1 & Group 2)Students must be familiar with basic tap steps such as the shuffle, flap, ball change, pull back, and riff. Students will learn a variety of tap rhythms ranging in Broadway tap, rhythm tap, and hoofing. Emphasis will be placed on learning the history of tap, tap vocabulary, improvi-sation, and choreography. On the last day of camp, families will be invited to watch a tap demonstration given by the students.AGES: 8-15PROGRAM DATE: Monday, July 2, Tuesday, July 3, Thursday, July 5, Friday, July 6TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 8: Modern Dance (Group 1 & Group 2) Students should have some ballet experience. Warm-ups will consist of the Horton Technique Using laterals, flat back positions, lunges, deep plies, and drop and recover for strength and balance. On the last day of camp, fami-lies will be invited to watch a modern demonstration given by the students. AGES: 8-15 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: July 9 - 13TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706- 613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Camp 9: Praise Dance Camp (Group 1 & Group 2) Students should have some modern dance, creative movement, or ballet experience. Students will learn a variety of interpretive and expressive move-ments to music ranging in contemporary gospel, hip hop gospel, and old spirituals. Emphasis on the use of hands, arms, formations, and the use of props such as streamers, tambourines, fans, fabric, and chairs. No religious teachings in this camp. On the last day of camp, families will be invited to watch a PRAISE dem-onstration given by the students. AGES: 8-15 PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: July 16 - 20TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Project 1: Intermediate/Advanced Dance CompositionDancers will learn a variety of choreogra-phy and staging techniques, learn the use of music, props, set design, and lighting design for choreography, learn about famous contemporary choreographers,

and will compose a piece of choreography to be premiered in an in-house perfor-mance during the fall. Families will be invited to the last day of classAGES: 10 years-High SchoolPROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 18 - 22TIME: 8:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Project 2: Intermediate/Advanced Tap DanceDancers will further their training with a variety of challenging steps and rhythms in styles ranging in Broadway tap, rhythm tap, hoofing, and tap impro-visation. Emphasis will be placed on learning the history of tap and build-ing rhythm vocabulary to perform in advanced tap choreography. Families will be invited to the last day of class.AGES: 10 years-High SchoolPROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 25-29TIME: 8:00 a.m. - Noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Project 3 Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Pre-pointe and Pointe are offered in this program. Dancer will further develop their knowledge of ballet through vocabulary and movement that will challenge their ability to move precisely yet gracefully. Petite allegro, adagio, and strengthening the Pointe work are also focal points in which the dancers will be perfecting. Families will be invited to the last day of class.AGES: 10 years-High SchoolPROGRAM DATE: Monday, July 2, Tuesday, July 3, Thursday, July 5, Friday, July 6TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-resident




LOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Project 4: Intermediate/Advanced Modern Dance Horton Technique using laterals, tilts, flat back positions, lunges, deep plies, drop and recover, angular turns for strength and balance. Dancers will learn various techniques in improvisation and will learn to use props to enhance and explore movement. Families will be invited to the last day of class.AGES: 10 years-High SchoolPROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: July 9 - 13TIME: 8:00 a.m. - Noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Dance Project 5: Intermediate/Advanced Praise Dance Dancers will learn a variety of interpre-tive and expressive movements to music ranging in contemporary gospel, hip hop gospel, and old spirituals. Emphasis on the use of hands, arms, formations, and the use of props such as streamers, tambourines, fans, fabric, and chairs. No religious teachings in this camp. AGES: 10 years-High SchoolPROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: July 16 - 20TIME: 8:00 a.m. - Noon FEE: $53 ACC resident; $80 Non-residentLOCATION: East Athens Educational Dance Center, 706-613-3624REGISTRATION DATES: Begins Saturday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - noon for ACC residents; Non-residents may register beginning Wednesday, April 4 at East Athens Educational Dance Center

Theatre Performance Camp: Comic Book ArtistThis two-week camp will teach basic theatre etiquette, terminology, theatre

games, blocking, characterization, and will culminate in a costumed production of the play “Comic Book Artist” on July 27 at 7:00 p.m.AGES: 8-12 PROGRAM DATE: Mondays-Fridays: July 16-27TIME: 9:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. LOCATION: Morton Theatre, 706-613-3628FEE: $173 ACC resident; $260 Non-resident REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. – noon for ACC resi-dents at Memorial Park; Registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, March 28 at the Morton Theatre.

Before and After Care are services offered beyond the general camp program and

therefore do not qualify as part of the ACC Leisure

Services Scholarship program

GENERAL CAMPS: MINI-CAMPS

Mini Camp: Summer Explorers: Water WarriorsStudents will discover the importance of water and the variety of wetlands throughout GA. We’ll look at creatures living in wetlands at SCNC and get wet ourselves! Enjoy activities, snacks, and a hike each day! AGES: 4-6PROGRAM DATE: Wednesday-Friday, June 13-15TIME: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.FEE: $20 ACC resident; $30 Non-residentLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615REGISTRATION: Call 706-613-3615

Mini Camp: Summer Explorers: F.B.I. (Fungus, Bacteria, and Invertebrates)We’ll spend our days exploring the fascinating world of fungus, bacteria, and invertebrates! We’ll investigate nature, enjoy crafts and a snack each day.AGES: 4-6

PROGRAM DATE: Wednesday-Friday, June 27-29TIME: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.FEE: $20 ACC resident; $30 Non-residentLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615 REGISTRATION: Call 706-613-3615

Mini Camp: Summer Explorers: Walk on the Wild Side“Let the wild rumpus begin!” Discover the wild outdoors by climbing to the top of the hills and getting wet in Sandy Creek. Enjoy crafts, activities, snack, and a hike each day!AGES: 4-6PROGRAM DATE: Wednesday-Friday, July 18-20TIME: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.FEE: $20 ACC resident; $30 Non-resident; LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615 REGISTRATION: Call 706-613-3615

GENERAL CAMPS

East Athens Summer Day CampProgram includes a variety of activities, such as sports, arts and crafts, music, swimming, field trips, resource library, and much more.AGES: 6 - 12DATES: Monday – Friday: June 4 - July 27TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. FEE: $29 per week/ACC resident; $44 per week/non-resident. Before or After Care available for an additional fee.LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday April 14, 8:30 a.m. - noon for ACC residents, registra-tion for Non-residents begins Wednesday April 18 at East Athens Community Center

Lay Park Summer Day CampHave a blast this summer as we go Back to the Future! Campers will “travel” through time as they participate in a variety of activities focusing on the past, present, and future.AGES: 6-12DATES: Monday-Friday: June 4 – July 27TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. FEE: $29 per week/ACC Resident; $44 per week /Non-resident. Before and After Care available for an additional fee.LOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613-3596

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Care available for an additional fee.LOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603 or 706-613-3602REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, April 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon for ACC residents; registra-tion for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 18. Registration takes place at the Rocksprings Park Community Center 706-613-3603

Sandy Creek Day Camp Weekly sessions include outdoor and nature-based activities at both Sandy Creek Nature Center and Sandy Creek Park. Explore woods and waters. Includes swimming, canoeing, archery, meeting live animals and more!AGES: 7-12DATE: Monday-Friday, June 4 - July 20 (No camp July 4)TIME: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. FEE: $70 ACC resident/per week; $105 non-resident/per week. Before and After Care available for an additional fee.LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center and Sandy Creek ParkREGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 24 from 9:00 a.m. – noon at Sandy Creek Nature Center, registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, March 28 at Sandy Creek Nature Center.

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REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, April 14 from 8:30 a.m. – noon in the Lay Park gym for ACC residents; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 18

Memorial Park Day CampProgram includes a variety of activities, such as team sports, arts and crafts, music, swimming, trail hikes, lectures, movies, field trips, and much more! Maximum enrollment of 90 campers per week. Lunch is provided through Athens Housing Authority’s Summer Lunch Program for weeks 1 – 7 only. AGES :6-12 DATES: Monday-Friday: June 4 -July 27 (no camp on July 4)TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. FEE: $35 per week/ACC resident; $53 Non- resident. Before and After Care available for an additional feeREGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 – noon at Memorial Park for ACC residents; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4

Parkview Summer Day Camp: Looney Tunes Imaginationland Summer Day Camp!Burst into the wonderful world of Looney Sports, Looney Competitions, Looney Design and Looney Crafts which will include creating a cartoon character,

Claymation movie production, & many more adventures with imagination lead-ing the way! AGES: 6-12DATE: Monday –Friday: June 4 - July 27TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $29 per week/ACC resident; $44 per week/Non-resident. Before and After Care available for an additional fee.LOCATION: Parkview Community Center, 706-613-3601REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, April 14, 8:30 a.m. – Noon for ACC residents; registra-tion for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 18. Registration takes place at the Rocksprings Park Community Center, 706-613-3603

Rocksprings Summer Day Camp: ShipRec Adventure Camp Every Monday the ShipRec sends us on a weekly treasure hunt to our treasure chest of weekly explorations. Treasure chest will include action filled adventures with reality TV games, cooking experi-ments, sports, art extravaganzas, wacky games, and several weekly surprises! AGES: 6-12DATE: Monday – Friday: June 4-July 27TIME: 9:00 – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $29 per week/ACC resident; $44 per week/Non-resident. Before and After

Celebrate your birthday with the ACC Leisure Services Department! The gymnastics parties at Bishop Park consist of one-hour of exciting

gymnastics challenges and 30 minutes in one of the party areas. A personal party coach stays with each group of up to 15 children, and a personal party host will assist in the party area. Call 706-613-3589 for more information. Gymnastics parties are not offered May-July,.

Make your next celebration a wild affair! The three-hour zoo parties at Bear Hollow include use of the new air-conditioned Zoo Operations Building, a custom zoo tour and educational animal program, and a Bear Hollow t-shirt. Call 706-613-3616 for details.

Sandy Creek Nature Center parties are for ages four to 12. The two-hour party includes a 45-minute nature program of your choice. Program topics include Dynamic Dinos, Super Snakes, Turtle Time, and Wildlife Adventure. Call 706-613-3615 for details.

For more information about these party options visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/birthdays

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DATES: Week 1: May 29-June 1* – Triple Threat (Tuesday-Friday) Week 2: June 4-8 – Nature Gone Wild Week 3: June 11-15 – The Jr. Amazing Race Week 4: June 18-22 – Under the Big Top Week 5: July 2-6* – Stars and Stripes Patriotic Week (No camp July 4)) Week 6: July 9-13 – Experiments Galore Week 7: July 16-20 – Under the Sea Week 8: July 23-27 – ShipwreckedTIME: 9:00 a.m. – noon, Monday – Friday (unless otherwise noted)FEE: $50 per child/per week for ACC resident; $75 per child/per week for non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589REGISTRATION: March 24 8:30 a.m. – noon for ACC residents March 26 and 27, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for ACC residents March 28, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for everyonePARENT’S MEETING: Monday, May 21, 4:30 p.m. at Bishop Park

Skate Camp Participants will work on skills, tricks and maneuvers used in BMX and skateboarding. Participants must provide their own skateboard or bike, helmet and pads. NO scooters allowed, HELMET IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION. Pads (knee, elbow and wrist) are also recommended. Equipment must fit prop-erly and be in good repair. Please bring a water bottle and snack.AGES: 6-12 AGE CONTROL DATE: Child must be 6 years old prior to June 1, 2012PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 25-29 or Monday-Friday: July 9-13TIME: 9:00 a.m. - noonFEE: $65 ACC resident; $98 Non-residentLOCATION: Southeast Clarke Park, 706-613-3871REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 -11:30 a.m. at Bishop Park; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at 8:30 a.m.

Zoo Camp at Bear HollowExplore the world of animals while enjoying a traditional-style camp in a unique setting—the zoo! Activities include animal care, preparing animal diets, arts & crafts, field trips, swim-ming, hiking, tracking and more. This summer’s themes include “Zoo Tycoon” and “Playing ‘Possum”. Maximum enrollment of 20 campers per week. Lunch is provided through Athens Housing Authority’s Summer Lunch Program for weeks 1 – 7 only.AGES: 7-13– Due to high demand, campers may register for a maximum of 2 weeks.DATES Monday-Friday: June 4-8, 11-15, 18-22, and 25-29 for ages 7-9; Monday-Friday: July 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, and 23-27 for ages 10-13 (no camp on July 4)TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. FEE: $81 per child per week for ACC resi-dent; $122 Non-resident Before or After Care for ACC resident $15 per week, both Before and After Care: $25 per week. Before or After Care for non-resident $23 per week, both Before and After Care: $38 per weekLOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo, 706-613-3616REGISTRATION: Registration begins Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 -noon. at Memorial Park; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at 8:30 a.m.

SPORTS CAMPS

Gymnastics Day Camp: Camp-a-loozaThe wild, wacky weekly adventure camps that combine summer fun and gymnastics! We’ve added new themes to our popular camps. Themes include - Triple Threat, Nature Gone Wild, The Amazing Race, Stars and Stripes Patriotic Week –and many more! Camps are held Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. We will offer early drop-off services (7:30 – 9 a.m.) and late pick-up (4-5:30 p.m.) for additional fees. Campers will need to bring a sack lunch, drink and snack each day. Campers may be registered for a maximum of 2 weeks per person. No camps June 25-29 or July 4.AGES: Kindergarten – 6th grades (must have completed Kindergarten)

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Week 1: May 29-June 1* – Triple Threat (Tuesday-Friday) Week 2: June 4-8 – Nature Gone Wild Week 3: June 11-15 – The Jr. Amazing Race Week 4: June 18-22 – Under the Big Top Week 5: July 2-6* – Stars and Stripes Patriotic Week (No camp July 4) Week 6: July 9-13 – Experiments Galore Week 7: July 16-20 – Under the Sea Week 8: July 23-27 – ShipwreckedTIME: 9:00 a.m. – Noon, Monday – Friday (unless otherwise noted)FEE: $70 per child per week for ACC resident$105 per child per week for Non-Resident$15 for Before or After Care per child/per week for ACC resident$23 for Before or After Care per child/per week for Non-resident$25 for Before and After Care per child/per week for ACC resident$38 for Before and After Care per child/per week for Non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589REGISTRATION: Begins March 24 8:30 – noon for ACC residents. March 26 & 27, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for ACC residentsMarch 28, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for everyonePARENT’S MEETING: Monday, May 21, 5:30 p.m. at Bishop Park

SPORTS CAMPS: MINI-CAMPS

Gymnastics Mini-Camps: KidventuresThe #1 summer camp for 3-5 year olds is back and we’ve added new themes! Weekly themes will offer campers chal-lenge as they meet new friends. Themes include – Triple Threat, Nature Gone Wild, The Jr. Amazing Race, Stars and Stripes Patriotic Week and many more! You will want to register early for these camps as they fill quickly. Campers will need to bring a snack and drink each day. Campers may be registered for a maxi-mum of 2 weeks per person. No camps June 25-29 or July 4.AGES: 3-5 years (Must be 3 by April 1, 2012)REQUIREMENTS: Campers must be potty trained, able to used the restroom unassisted, and able to separate from parent(s)

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rules and scoring and is considering competing at the high school level. Drills, games and introduction to match play will be the focus of this camp. Students also bring their own lunch and enjoy swimming in the beautiful Bishop Park pool. (Pool closed on Monday)AGES: 11-16 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June 11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13; July 16-20TIME: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.FEE: $109 ACC resident/per week ($88 May 29-June 1); $119 Non-resident/per week ($99 May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop ParkREGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC resi-dents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office. Registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Tennis Camp: Academy Tennis Camp (Junior Academy and Tennis Academy) Players who have competed on a team will enjoy the competitive games and “live ball” drills experienced throughout the week. Campers will enjoy the variety of drills, games, singles and doubles matches, the social time during lunch then back to the court for match play. Swimming is optional. (Pool closed on Monday) AGES: 9-16 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June 11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13; July 16-20TIME: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. FEE: $109 ACC resident/per week ($88 May 29-June 1); $119/Non-resident/per week ($99 May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC resi-dents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office. Registration begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office; registra-tion for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Tennis Camp: Lil Star Camp This week long camp will introduce the young player to tennis in a fun and rewarding way. All fundamental strokes will be taught using small racquets and

rewarding way. Students learn basic strokes, rules and score keeping. Students also bring their own lunch and enjoy swimming in the beautiful Bishop Park pool. (Pool closed on Monday)AGES: 7–11 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June 11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13; July 16-20TIME: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.FEE: $109 ACC resident/per week. ($88 May 29-June 1); $119/Non-resident/per week ($99 May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592REGISTRATION: Registration begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC residents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Tennis Camp: Tennis-Lunch-Swim (Shining Stars-Elite (8U) & Future Stars-Elite (10U)) For experienced and enthusiastic young players who will rally the ball with a partner. They will work on fundamental strokes, sportsmanship, footwork drills, scoring and match play through fun games using transitional balls on either a 36’ court (8&U) or a 60’court (10&U). Students also bring their own lunch and enjoy swimming in the beautiful Bishop Park pool. (Pool closed on Monday)AGES: 7–10 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June 11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13; July 16-20TIME: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.FEE: $109 ACC resident/per week. ($88 May 29-June 1); $119/Non- resident/per week ($99 May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC resi-dents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office. Registration begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office; registra-tion for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Tennis Camp: Tennis-Lunch-Swim (Pre-Academy) This camp is for the player who has recently started to play tennis, under-stands the basic strokes, knows basic

Sports Camp Children will participate in games, drills and relay races to introduce the players to soccer, football, basketball, lacrosse, kickball and more. Participants will learn basic rules, fundamental skills and score keeping of each game. Participants must bring a snack, water bottle, towel and bathing suit and will have a chance to practice their swimming skills in the Bishop park pool. In the case of inclem-ent weather, camp will be relocated to the conference room in the Bishop Park gym.AGES: 6-12 AGE CONTROL DATE: Child must be 6 years old prior to June 1, 2012PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 4-8 or Monday-Friday: June 11-15TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.FEE: $65 ACC resident; $98 Non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589REGISTRATION: Registration begins Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 -11:30 a.m. at Bishop Park; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at 8:30 a.m.

Sportstime Camp Children will learn games, drills and relay races to introduce the player to soccer, football, basketball, golf, kickball and more. Participants will learn basic rules and fundamental skills of each game. Participants must bring a snack, water bottle, towel and bathing suit and will have a chance to participate in water play. In the case of inclement weather, camp will be relocated to the conference room in the Bishop Park gym.AGES: 4-5 AGE CONTROL DATE: Child must be 4 years old prior to June 15, 2012PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: June 18-22TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.FEE: $65 ACC resident; $98 Non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589REGISTRATION: Registration begins Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 -11:30 a.m. at Bishop Park; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at 8:30 a.m.

Tennis Camp: Tennis-Lunch-Swim (Shining Stars and Future Stars) Drills, games and relay races intro-duce the player to tennis in a fun and




Teens in Action Teens will spend the morning volun-teering in the community followed by an afternoon of recreational activities. Participants may register for a maxi-mum of two weeks. Teens in Action does not offer a Before or After Care option.AGES: 13-15 DATE: Monday-Friday, June 11-15; June 18-22; July 9-13; July 16-20; or July 23-27TIME: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.FEE: $58 ACC resident; $87 Non- residentLOCATION: Assemble and dismiss from Lyndon House Arts CenterREGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, April 14 at Lyndon House Arts Center from 9:00 a.m. -noon for ACC residents ; registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, April18 at Lyndon House.

11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13; July 16-20TIME: 10:30 a.m. – noonFEE: $70 ACC resident/per week ($56 May 29-June 1); $80 Non-resident/per week ($66 May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC residents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office; registra-tion for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Triathlon CampParticipants will improve fundamental skills of swimming, running and cycling and will work on endurance and speed. Participants must be able to swim and ride a bicycle and must provide their own bicycle and helmet, bathing suit and appropriate running shoes. Please bring a water bottle and snack.AGES: 8-12 AGE CONTROL DATE: Child must be 8 years old prior to July 1, 2012PROGRAM DATE: Monday-Friday: July 16-20TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.FEE: $65 ACC resident; $98 Non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

TEEN CAMPS

Sandy Creek Teen Camp Weekly sessions include outdoor and nature-based activities at both Sandy Creek Nature Center and Sandy Creek Park. A weekly day trip to northeast Georgia forests and parks is included. Activities include swimming, hiking, archery, kayaking, geocaching, working with live animals and more. AGES: 13-15DATE: Monday-Friday: June 4 - July 20 (No camp July 4)TIME: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before and After Care available for an additional fee.FEE: $80 ACC resident/per week; $135 non-resident/per weekLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center and Sandy Creek ParkREGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 24 from 9:00 a.m. – noon at Sandy Creek Nature Center, registration for non-residents begins Wednesday, March 28 at Sandy Creek Nature Center

foam balls on special 36ft courts. This program will focus on gross motor skills, coordination, judgment, basic stroke mechanics and having fun, fun, and fun! AGES: 5-6 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June 11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13; July 16-20TIME: 8:30-9:15 a.m. OR 9:15-10:00 a.m. FEE: $48 ACC resident/per week ($39 May 29-June 1); $58 Non-resident/per week ($49) May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC residents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office; registra-tion for non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Tennis Camp: Shining Star and Future Star Camp This “tennis-only” camp introduces the young player to and develops all the basic tennis strokes, rules and scorekeeping in a fun and rewarding way. It is a wonder-ful introduction to the sport of a lifetime for the beginner or advanced beginner junior. Students will use transitional balls (much easier to hit and therefore much more success) on smaller 36ft or 60ft courts.AGES: 7-11 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June 11-15; June 18-22; June 25-29, July 9-13, July 16-20TIME: 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. FEE: $70 ACC resident/per week ($56 May 29-June 1); $80 Non-resident/per week ($66 May 29-June 1)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592REGISTRATION: Begins Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. – noon for ACC residents at the Bishop Park Tennis Office; registra-tion or non-residents begins Wednesday, April 4 at the Bishop Park Tennis Office.

Tennis Camp: Tennis for Beginner TeensThis “tennis-only” program is for the teen player with limited experience who is working on getting the ball in play. This is an accelerated introductory course that gives the novice player the skill, confi-dence and knowledge to begin playing doubles and enjoy the sport of a lifetime. AGES: 12-16 PROGRAM DATES: May 29-June 1; June 4-8; June

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Exercise for AdultsThis is a class of basic exercise and weight control.AGES: 18 and olderPROGRAM DATES: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and ThursdaysTIME: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.May and AugustFEE: $2LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Adult Fitness Room The fitness equipment room includes a multi–station weight machine, elliptical cross trainers, treadmills, recumbent bikes, and more. AGES: 18 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Mondays – SundaysTIME: Monday – Friday, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Sundays, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

Ladies’ Non-Contact Cardio-BoxingCardio-boxing is a great way to condi-tion the whole body. This non-contact training builds muscle strength, endur-ance, balance, agility and coordination. It’s also a lot of fun! Participants must provide own gloves.AGES: 18 and older PROGRAM DATES: Wednesdays, May 30 – July 25TIME: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.FEE: $10 ACC resident; $15 Non-residentLOCATION: Lay Park, 706-613–3596

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Working on Me Wednesdays NEW!Let’s get active, healthy and fit while having fun along the way with a brand new working on me club! We welcome everyone to join us for our new group that allows each individual to work on fitness, health, nutrition and more!. Registration ends August 31.AGES:50 and olderPROGRAM DATES: This is an ongoing explora-tion beginning, September 5

TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.FEE: $2LOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Tai ChiImprove your flexibility, increase stam-ina, balance and coordination by joining our Tai Chi Thursdays-beginners are always welcome! Please call to register. You may begin this class at any time. AGES: 50 and olderPROGRAM DATES: This is an ongoing class on ThursdaysTIME: 11:00 a.m. - noon FEE: $3LOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

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Show us your good grades!

Students enrolled in a private or public school in Athens-Clarke County have an opportunity to earn free swim passes through the ACC Leisure Services Department’s Report Card Rewards Program. Students earning all A’s and E’s will receive one free summer pool pass Students earning all A’s, B’s or all E’s and M’s will recieve 10 free swims.

In order to participate, qualifying students must take their most recent report card to the ACC Leisure Services Aquatics Office at Bishop Park (near the covered tennis courts) Monday-Friday, between 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

For more information about the Report Card Rewards Program call 706-613-3801 or visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/aquatics.

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Community Resource Center (Part of the Athens Regional Library System)Daily programs include the Summer Reading Program, Story Time, internet access, guest performers & more. AGES: 6 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Mondays – Fridays, May 1 – August 31TIME: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3667

Youth Music ClassThe class will teach saxophone and trumpet fundamentals. Students must have their own instruments.AGES: 13-17 PROGRAM DATE: Mondays, May 7 – June 25TIME: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Fee: $2 ACC resident; $3 Non-residentLOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

Homework HelpersThis program provides tutoring to students in all areas of study.AGES: 7 – 18 PROGRAM DATES: Month of August, Mondays and WednesdaysTIME: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Fee: FreeLOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706- 613-3593 Homework Helpers & Afterschool program-Need help with homework? Join us for our specialized after-school home-work helpers. After homework, enjoy our computer lab, outside sports, Wii Wednesday’s and various craft & game adventures.AGES: 6 - 13 PROGRAM DATES: Beginning Wednesday, August 1 TIME: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.FEE: $5 per week/$1 per dayLOCATION: Rocksprings and Parkview Community Center, 706-613-3603

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Parent and Child Puzzle ChallengeParent and child will work together to solve a puzzle.AGES: 7 and olderPROGRAM DATES: May and August: FridaysTIME: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m..FEE: FreeLOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613-3593

Zoo Open Exhibit Hall SaturdaysExplore Bear Hollow’s exhibit hall and visit some of the animals used in pro-grams such as salamanders, pond turtles, snakes and more. AGES: AllPROGRAM DATE: Saturday afternoonsTIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.Fee: Free and open to the publicLOCATION: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park, 706-613-3616

KIDS AND TEENS

Cinco De MayoWe are going to jumpstart our Cinco De Mayo with an afterschool bash on May 4th! We will enjoy all things Latino including piñata, pin the tail on the donkey, and enjoy traditional dishes from various Latin regions.AGES: 6-13 PROGRAM DATES: Friday, May 4Time: 4:00 -6:00 p.m.FEE: $2LOCATION: Rocksprings & Parkview Community Center, 706-613-3603

Girls Teen ClubThe purpose of this group is to encourage cooperation, teamwork, good behavior, and self-esteem in young women.AGES: 10 – 18 PROGRAM DATE: WednesdaysTIME: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. May & AugustFEE: FreeLOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706- 613-3593

Ice Cream Sandwich Day- NEW! August 2nd is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day. Join us as we beat the August heat with delicious ice cream sandwiches.AGES: 6 - 13 PROGRAM DATES: Thursday, August 2TIME: 4:00 p.m.FEE: Free LOCATION: Rocksprings & Parkview Community Centers, 706-613-3603

Tooth Fairy Day -NEW!We will celebrate all things fairy & elves love for National Tooth Fairy Day. We will also learn great crafts like how to make our own magic fairy & elf dust, how to build a fairy garden, while sipping on Fairy Fizz & munching on elf cookies.AGES: 2-5 PROGRAM DATES: Wednesday, August 22TIME: 10:00 a.m.FEE: $3LOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Autumn Craft Extravaganza!- NEW!Let’s get crafty and colorful with an Autumn Craft Extravaganza. All crafts will include the wonderful colors of fall. We will paint, color and let our imagina-tions lead the way.AGES: 6 - 13 Program Dates: Thursday, August 22TIME: 4:00 p.m.FEE: $2LOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Trail Mix Friday- NEW!August 31 is National Trail Mix Day & we will have all the goodies to create our own nutritious after school snacks. We will provide the ingredients, you provide the imagination.AGES: 6 - 13 PROGRAM DATES: Thursday, August 31TIME: 4:00 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Rocksprings and Parkview Community Centers, 706-613-3603

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Memorial Park Dog ObedienceDog 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 Non-resident LOCATION: Memorial Park , 706-613-3580

Contra DancesLearn the folk art of Contra Dance with the Athens Folk Music and Dance Society. Dances held in the Recreation Hall and feature a caller and live band. Lesson for beginners before each dance.AGES: 18 and older (under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian)Program Dates: Third Saturday each month – upcoming dances are May 19, June 16, July 21 & August 18TIME: 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $7 per person (No charge for those under 12 years of age)LOCATION: Memorial Park, 706-613-3580

Spanish for AdultsHabla Española? No? Sign up for our Spanish class and learn basic communi-cation skills for speaking Spanish. AGES: 50 and olderPROGRAM DATES: Tuesdays & Thursdays- Beginning August 7TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.FEE: $12 ACC residents $16 non-residentLOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

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Spring BBQ Cookoff & Checker ChallengeThink you have the best BBQ in town? Join us at the new Rocksprings pavilion for our first BBQ Cookoff and Checker Challenge. We will judge BBQ entries and award prizes for most original, most

unique and best overall. In addition, we will host an outdoor checker challenge! A grand prize will be awarded to the overall winner of our checker challenge. Registration deadline is May 1.PROGRAM DATES: Thursday, May 10TIME: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.FEE: $3 per BBQ entry & $2 per checker entryLOCATION: Rocksprings Park Pavilion, 706-613-3603

Bingo Bonanza and Trivia ExtremeLet’s enjoy our last BINGO challenge before summer! We will have great prizes, wonderful snacks and as always enjoy our friendly competition & we will throw in some spring trivia as well!AGES: 50 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Tuesday, May 17TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:30 amFEE: $4 per personLOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Active Generation Health Fair NEW!Need to find out some basic health information? Aren’t familiar with health resources within the community? Then you need to join us for our Active Generation Healthfair on May 21, 2012. We will have basic health screenings, information booths from local vendors and professional health care providers.AGES: 50 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Monday, May 21TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Senior BingoBingo Games with prizes and refreshments.AGES: 55 and olderProgram Dates: Fourth Tuesday of every month, beginning August 28TIME: 10:00 a.m. – Noon, FEE: $4LOCATION: East Athens Community Center, 706-613 -3593

ACTIVE ADULT TRIPS

Overnight to Cherokee North CarolinaJoin us for our trip to the mountains antiquing, a visit to the Cherokee

Oconaluftee Indian Village for native demonstrations on beading, blow gun demonstrations, information about the 7 Clans of the Cherokee Nation, night time show with the outdoor drama “Unto These Hills”, a re-enactment of The Trail of Tears journey that forced the relocation of the Cherokee nation to Oklahoma. Day two will feature the option of gambling at the casino, visiting the Cherokee museum or shopping on your own. Registration ends July 31.AGES: 50 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Thursday, August 9 – Friday, August 10TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.FEE: TBDLOCATION: Assemble at Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Trip to Georgia AquariumThis will include admission to the aquarium, transportation and all the Aquarium’s exhibits and shows for the day, including Dolphin Tales, Undersea 3D Wonder-show, more. Lunch on your own. Registration ends August 30.AGES: 50 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Monday, September 17TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.FEE: $32LOCATION: Depart and return to Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

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Special Olympics BowlingGet your bowling ball and shoes ready to “strike out” with us!AGES: Individuals with cognitive disabili-ties, age 21 and olderPROGRAM DATES: Thursdays, through August 16. State competition in Warner-Robins, Friday, August 17 – Sunday, August 19.TIME: 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.FEE: $3.75/game, payable directly to Showtime BowlLOCATION: Showtime BowlREGISTRATION: Please call (706) 613-3580 to obtain a medical form. These must be completed prior to participating.




It’s a recreation celebration! ACC Leisure Services marks

“July is National Parks and Recreation Month” with a variety of special programs. This year’s theme is Show Us How You Recreate!

Social Media ContestsVisit the ACC Leisure Services Facebook Page or follow ACC Leisure Services on Twitter for contests throughout the month of July for Parks and Recreation Month. PROGRAM DATES: Various dates and times throughout JulyTIME: VariesFEE: FreeLOCATION: Facebook & Twitter

31 Days of RecreationVisit our website www.athensclarke-county.com/leisure or our Facebook page for our 31 Days of Recreation board. Complete the entire board and bring it to Memorial Park any time before Wednesday, August 1 to receive your prize.AGES: All PROGRAM DATES: The entire month of JulyTIMES: Programs class times varyFEE: Some programs will have a fee attachedLOCATION: Varies, call 706-613-3580 for more information

The Star Spangled ClassicCelebrate Independence Day at Bishop Park. .AGES: All PROGRAM DATES: Wednesday, July 4TIMES: 5:30 - 10:00 p.m.FEE: Admission and parking is freeLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

Park Scavenger HuntParks & Recreation Month Scavenger Hunt. Clues to each item’s site will be posted on our Facebook page. Collect all of the items and turn in by August 1 for your ACC Leisure Services prize. Items

will be limited in number, so be sure to get yours as soon as possible to get credit for that item.AGES: AllPROGRAM DATES: Various dates and times during JulyTIME: VariesFEE FreeLOCATION: Varies from park to park

Family FishingEnjoy fun family fishing in our hidden Claypit Pond. We provide bait, cane fishing poles, and tips. AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult)PROGRAM DATE: Thursday, July 12TIME: 6:00-7:30 p.m. FEE: Please pre-register. $7 ACC resident family; $10 Non-resident familyLOCATION: Walker Hall, Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

Nighttime PaddleCome and experience the full moon on Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s canoes or bring their own.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Friday, July 13TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident$5 ACC resident with own canoe$12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own canoeLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Second Saturday StorytimeJoin Nature Center staff for different nature stories on the Second Saturday of each month. Learn about the woods, turtles, butterflies and much more!AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult).PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 14 TIME: 2:30-3:00 p.m.FEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center,

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Splashdown 2012Make it one small splash for man, one giant splash for mankind. Celebrate the 43rd anniversary of the historic moon landing with a rare evening swim, under the moon at the Bishop Park pool. Arts and crafts and astronomy activities.AGES: All ages (children must be accompa-nied by an adult.)PROGRAM DATE: Friday, July 20TIME: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.FEE: Free!LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3800

Shape Up Day in the ParkA half day of free fitness and wellness classes outside at one of our largest parks. Back to back classes in Tai Chi, Yoga/Pilates , Zumba, and more! Please dress appropriately for exercise and bring your own water and yoga mat. Get movin’ in the park!AGES: AllPROGRAM DATES: Saturday, July 21TIME: 7:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.FEE: FreeLOCATION: Southeast Clarke Park, 706-613-3871

Naturalist’s WalkJoin us for a walk around the property to see what’s buzzing and blooming this summer. Bring your camera and/or binoculars. AGES: All ages (adult must accompany children under 13)PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 21TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.FEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center,

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Nature’s Trading PostThe trading post is open! Trade one or two objects you have found in nature for points or other nature objects in our collection.AGES: All ages (adult must accompany children under 13)PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 21TIME: 11:00 a.m.-NoonFEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

Family Morning PaddleCome out early and have some quality family time on Lake Chapman. We will paddle around this morning summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks only please! AGES: 6 and older for canoe; 12 and older for kayak PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 21TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own boat; $12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Back to School BINGOWant to get some really cool back to school supplies? Join us for Back-to-School BINGO. We will compete for great back to school prizes. Call 706-613-3603 to register. Registration ends July 20.AGES: 6 - 13 PROGRAM DATES: Tuesday, July 24TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.FEE: $2 per personLOCATION: Parkview Community Center, 706-613-3603

Back to School BINGO Want to get some really cool back to school sup-plies? Join us for Back-to-School BINGO. We will compete for great back to school prizes. Call 706-613-3603 to register. Registration ends July 20.AGES: 6 - 13 PROGRAM DATES: Thursday, July 26TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.FEE: $2 LOCATION: Rocksprings Community Center, 706-613-3603

Nighttime PaddleCome and experience the full moon on Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program.

Participants can use one of the park’s canoes or bring their own.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Friday, July 27TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own canoe; $12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own canoeLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Back-To-School BashThis program will include fun activi-ties for the entire family, school supply giveaways, food, and much more.AGES: 6 - 17PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 28 TIME: TBAFEE: FreeLOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

Need a speaker for your civic or church group’s next meeting? Then consider the ACC Leisure Services Department’s Speakers Bureau.

The department can provide a speaker for your next meeting to discuss current ACC Leisure Services programs and activities or we invite you to tour one of our facilities including the historic Morton Theatre, Sandy Creek Nature Center, or any other facility or park.

Maybe your group would enjoy a guided walk on the North Oconee River Greenway or a tour of the current art exhibition at Lyndon House Arts Center.

It can be scheduled through the ACC Leisure Services Speakers Bureau. Call 706-613-3625 or visit the Speakers Bureau page at www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure.

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ALL AGES

Naturalist’s WalkJoin us for a walk around the property to see what’s buzzing and blooming this summer. Bring your camera and/or binoculars. AGES: All ages (adult must accompany children under 13)PROGRAM DATE: Saturdays, May 19; June 16; July 21; August 18 TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.FEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615

Second Saturday StorytimeJoin Nature Center staff for different nature stories on the Second Saturday of each month. Learn about the woods, turtles, butterflies and much more!AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult).PROGRAM DATE: Saturdays, May 12; June 9; July 14; August 11TIME: 2:30-3:00 p.m.FEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

Nature’s Trading PostThe trading post is open! Trade one or two objects you have found in nature for points or other nature objects in our collection.AGES: All ages (adult must accompany children under 13)PROGRAM DATE: Saturdays, May 19; June 16; July 21; August 18TIME: 11:00 a.m.-NoonFEE: Free. Drop in, no pre-registration requiredLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

Family FishingEnjoy fun family fishing in our hidden Claypit Pond. We provide bait, cane fishing poles, and tips. AGES: For families (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult)PROGRAM DATE: Thursdays, May 24, June 7, 21; July 12.TIME: 6:00-7:30 p.m. FEE: Please pre-register. $7 Resident family; $10 Non-resident familyLOCATION: Walker Hall, Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

Nature’s Night LifeLet’s see if the heat of the summer will bring out the dark side of nature. Join one of our Naturalists for a night hike to see what creatures we can stir up!AGES: For families, children 4 and older pleaseDATE: Friday August 3TIME: 8:00-9:30 p.m.FEE: Please pre-register. $7 Resident family per class, $10 Non-resident family per classLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

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Knee-High NaturalistsExplore nature with your child. This program includes age-appropriate nature exploration, animal encounters, hikes, and crafts. AGES: 3-5 years old, with adultProgram Date: Alternating Wednesdays, May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27; July 11, 25; August 8 TIME: 3:30-4:30 p.m.FEE: Call to pre-register. $24 ACC residents; $36 Non-residentLOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

Babies & Beasties SeriesJoin us for a class structured for toddlers and their parents to learn about the world around them through hands-on activities, hikes, and crafts.

AGES: 18 months to 2 years, with accompanying adultPROGRAM DATE: Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24; Saturdays, May 5, 12, 19, 26; Thursdays, August 2, 9, 16, 23 TIME: 10:00-10:45 a.m.FEE: Please pre-register. $12 ACC residents, $18 Non-resident Price per monthly session.LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706- 613-3615

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Family Morning PaddleCome out early and have some quality family time on Lake Chapman. We will paddle around this morning summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks only please! AGES: 6 and older for canoe; 12 and older for kayakPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, May 12TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own boat; $12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks, only.

Family Morning PaddleCome out early and have some quality family time on Lake Chapman. We will paddle around this morning summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks only please! AGES: 6 and older for canoe; 12 and older for kayakPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, June 9TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own boat; $12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Nighttime PaddleCome and experience the full moon on Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes or kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks, only.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Fridays, June 1, June 15 or Friday, June 29TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own boat; $12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Nighttime PaddleCome and experience the full moon on Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes or kayaks) or bring their own. Canoe and kayaks, only.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Fridays:, July 13 or July 27 TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident$5 ACC resident with own boat$12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Family Morning PaddleCome out early and have some quality family time on Lake Chapman. We will paddle around this morning summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks only please! AGES: 6 and older for canoe; 12 and older for kayak PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 21TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident; $5 ACC resident with own boat; $12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

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Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks only.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Friday, August 10TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident$5 ACC resident with own boat$12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Family Morning PaddleCome out early and have some quality family time on Lake Chapman. We will paddle around this morning summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks only please! AGES: 6 and older for canoe; 12 and older for kayakPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, August 18TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident$5 ACC resident with own boat$12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

Nighttime PaddleCome and experience the full moon on Lake Chapman as we paddle around the lake during this nightly summer program. Participants can use one of the park’s boats (canoes and kayaks) or bring their own. Canoes and kayaks, only.AGES: 12 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Friday, August 24TIME: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.FEE: $8 ACC resident$5 ACC resident with own boat$12 Non-resident$8 Non-resident with own boatLOCATION: Sandy Creek Park, 706-613-3631

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Classic City Band Memorial Day Concert for “The Star Spangled Classic”Enjoy a lively concert of patriotic music honoring veterans at this fundraiser for the upcoming Independence Day celebra-tion at Bishop Park. Kids’ activities and “cookout” reception after concert. Free parking on streets and in the new West Washing Street Building Deck. This event is presented by the Star Spangled Classic CommitteeAGES: All agesDATE: Sunday, May 27TIME: Concert: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 p.m.) followed by :cookout” receptionADMISSION: Free, donations suggestedLOCATION: Morton Theatre, (Downtown) Athens, 706-613-3770

Memorial Day in Memorial ParkBring the family to Memorial Park for an afternoon of fun activities to celebrate Memorial Day. Music, crafts, children’s games and activities are planned.AGES: All

PROGRAM DATE: Monday, May 28 TIME: Noon – 3:00 p.m. FEE: Free and open to the public!LOCATION: Memorial Park 706-613-3580

Snake Day 2012Enjoy a fun filled afternoon exploring the misunderstood and secret world of snakes. Learn about snakes and even touch a snake! See non-native species; enjoy snake- related crafts and activities throughout the afternoon. AGES: AllPROGRAM DATE: Saturday, June 2 TIME: Noon-4:00 p.m.FEE: $3 ACC resident; $5 Non-resident LOCATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center, 706-613-3615

The Star Spangled ClassicCelebrate Independence Day at Bishop Park. AGES: All PROGRAM DATES: Wednesday, July 4TIMES: 5:30 - 10:00 p.m.FEE: Admission and parking are freeLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3589

“Dog Days of Summer” at Memorial ParkBring your dog to the park for a day of fun activities and learn about animal behavior, pet nutrition, care and first aid. Contests, music and activities are planned.PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, August 25 TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. FEE: Free LOCATION: Memorial Park, 706- 613-3580

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Back-To-School BashThis program will include fun activi-ties for the entire family, school supply giveaways, food, and much more.AGES: 6 - 17PROGRAM DATE: Saturday, July 28 TIME: TBAFEE: FreeLOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

EVERYTHING BUT THE ANTS...Plan your summer picnic with ACC Leisure Services

ACC Leisure Services has several picnic shelter rental opportunities throughout the department.

Picnic shelters are available at Bishop Park, East Athens Community Center, Lay Park, Memorial Park and Sandy Creek Park.

For complete picnic shelter options, visit the Rentals page at www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure

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KIDS & TEENS TENNIS

Junior Athens Recreational Tennis LeagueThe Junior Athens Recreational Tennis League (jrARTL) is an opportunity for boys and girls to play matches and meet new tennis friends in the local Athens area. It is a flexible format open to juniors who would like to play fun, competitive tennis matches with the recreational spirit. There are 6 divisions: 10&U QuickStart 60ft court (Beginner and Intermediate); 12 & Under (Beginner - Green Ball; Intermediate - Regular Ball); 13 & Older High School (Beginners & Intermediate) After registering as a jrARTL participant, a list of league participants, phone numbers, schedule and rules can be downloaded from the Tennis for Life website. Each participant schedules their own matches with their opponents. AGES: 9-18 PROGRAM DATES: Starts May 31 TIME: AnytimeLOCATION: AnywhereFEE: $25 per player REGISTRATION: By 11:59 p.m. May 22Online www.tennisforlife.net Or call 706- 613-3592 for details

Li’l StarsFun 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: August 21 – September 29 (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.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

Shining Stars 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 PROGRAM DATES: August 21 – September 29 (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.Saturday 9:30-10:30 a.mFEE: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non-resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-resident (2x per wk)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706- 613-3592

Shining Stars Elite (8&U) Must have completed a minimum of 12 Shining Star clinics. This program is for the committed and enthusiastic young players who like to compete. Clinics will include continued development of technical, rallying and ball track-ing skills using transitional balls on a 36’court. Competitive games, footwork and conditioning are increased. Players are required to play COTA Quick Start Tennis (QST) League 8 & under. Match fee and USTA membership requiredAGES: 8 and youngerPROGRAM DATES: August 20 – Oct 1 (6 weeks) TIME: Monday and Friday 3:30-4:30 p.m.FEE: $120/ACC Resident; $130 Non-ACC Resident (2x per wk)LOCATION:Bishop Park 706- 613-3592

Future Stars Beginner/Intermediate players review basic strokes on a 60ft court, emphasiz-ing footwork, combining shots and keep-ing the ball in play over the net. Scoring and match play will be the focus. AGES: 9 - 12PROGRAM DATES: August 21 – September 29 (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.Saturday: 10:30-11:30 a.m. FEE: $60 ACC resident; $70 Non- resident (1x per wk) $115 ACC resident; $125 Non-ACC resident (2x per wk)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706- 613-3592

Future Stars Elite (10&U)Must be RECOMMENDED or EVALUATED by a tennis pro. For the experienced, committed and enthusi-astic young player. Technical, rallying and ball tracking ball skills will be developed using transitional balls and 60’court. Competitive games, footwork and conditioning are increased. Players are required to play COTA Quick Start Tennis League. Match fee and USTA membership required.AGES: 10 and youngerPROGRAM DATES: August 20 – October 1 (6 weeks) TIME: Monday and Friday 4:30-6:00 p.m.FEE: $156 ACC resident; $166 Non- resident (2x per wk)LOCATION: Bishop Park 706- 613-3592

Pre Academy Must be RECOMMENDED or EVALUATED by a tennis pro. This player has graduated from the Future Star program and is showing potential with skill development, understands all basic strokes, has tracking skills and knows some basic rules and how to keep score. Players are required to play COTA Tennis League. Match fee and USTA membership is required.AGES: 11-12 PROGRAM DATES: August 20 – October 1 (6 weeks) TIME: Monday and Friday 4:30-6:00 p.m.FEE: $156 ACC resident; $166 Non- resident (2x per wk)LOCATION: Bishop Park 706-613-3592

Tennis for Beginner Teens This program is for the teen player with limited experience who is working on

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getting the ball in play. This is an acceler-ated introductory course that gives the novice player the skill, confidence and knowledge to begin playing doubles and enjoy the sport of a lifetime. AGES: 13-17 PROGRAM DATES: Thursdays: August 23 – September 27TIME: 6:00-7:15 p.m.FEE: $75 ACC resident; $85 Non-resident (1x per wk)LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592

Junior Academy (Intermediate)For Intermediate students who can rally, serve and keep score on a regular 78ft court. Improving tennis skills and com-peting with juniors in the Athens area* will be the focus. Good preparation for high school tennis. AGES: 9 – 17 PROGRAM DATES: Monday and Friday: August 13-31 TIME: 4:30-6:00 p.m. FEE: August $90 ACC resident/non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park 706-613-3592 Tennis Academy (TA) (Advanced Intermediate)For Advanced Intermediate students playing high school tennis, leagues* and USTA tournaments - by invitation only. Solid technique, mental toughness, strat-egy, point development, shot selection, footwork and tournament preparation will be emphasized.AGES: 9 – 17 PROGRAM DATES: Tuesday and Thursday: August 14-30TIME: 4:30-6:00 p.m. FEE: August $90 ACC resident/non-resident LOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592

ADULT GYMNASTICS

Adult TumblingCalling 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 olderDATE: June 4 – July 23 (No classes June 25)TIME: Monday, 7:00 – 8:25 p.m.LOCATION: Bishop Park Gym, 706-613-3589REGISTRATION: March 26 until class fills

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Bishop ParkFEE: $80 ACC resident; $120 Non resident

ADULT SPORTS

Adult Pick-up Basketball This program consists of supervised pick–up basketball games.AGES: 18 and olderPROGRAM DATE: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and SundaysTIME: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.;Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Call for availability); Sundays, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. (Call for availability)FEE: FreeLOCATION: Lay Park Community Center, 706-613-3596

Adult Fall Softball 2012Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department Adult Fall Softball program is about to begin. Come and join your friends for some softball fun!AGES: 18 and older DATE: Monday August 20Leagues: Men’s Church, Men’s Commercial/Civic, Co-ed, and Men’s, Women’s Open and 35 & OverTIMES: Monday – Thursday evenings: 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.LOCATION Bishop Park and Southeast Clarke ParkREGISTRATION: Monday, July 9 - August 10, 2012 at East Athens Community Park or Bishop Park from Monday – Friday; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.FEE: $400 (8 games) [email protected]’S MEETING: Monday, August 13, 2012 - Bishop Park Conference RoomCONTACT: Will Jones at 706- 208-0185

ADULT TENNIS

USA STEP 1This player is just starting or has limited experience and is sill working on getting the ball in play. This class is an acceler-ated course and gives the novice player the skill, confidence and knowledge to begin playing doubles.AGES: 18 and older

PROGRAM DATES: May 7 - 23 (3 weeks)TIME: Monday AND Wednesday: 7:15 -8:30 p.m.. PROGRAM DATES: June 5 - July 10 (6 weeks) TIME: Tuesday, 6:00-7:15 p.m. PROGRAM DATES: August 13 – September 24 (6 weeks) No classes Labor DayTIMES: Monday 6:00-7:15 p.m. Tuesday 6:00-7:15 p.m.. ORThursday 10:00-11:15 a.m. Fee: $75 ACC resident$85 Non-ACC residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592

USA STEP 2This player is familiar with basic strokes and basic positioning on the court. The goal of this course is to continue to work on stroke mechan-ics, combine different strokes to develop a point and to prepare you for USTA league tennis. Rules, scoring and basic singles and doubles strategy will be taught in this class.AGES: 18 years and olderPROGRAM DATES: May 8 - 24 (3 weeks)TIME: Tuesday AND Thursday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.PROGRAM DATES: June 6 - July 18 (6 weeks) No class July 4TIME: Wednesday 6:00-7:15 p.m. PROGRAM DATES: August 15 – September 19 (6 weeks)TIME: Wednesday 6:00-7:15 p.m.FEE: $75/ACC Resident $85/Non-ACC ResidentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592

USA STEP 3This class is for advanced begin-ners through strong intermediate players featuring a 55 minute lesson working on different strokes plus a 20 minute round robin match incorporating several drills as well as coaching and critique. Join the “FUN, FITNESS and FRIENDS”AGES: 18 years and olderPROGRAM DATES May 7 - 23 (3 weeks)TIME: Monday AND Wednesday 6:00-7:15 p.m.PROGRAM DATES: June 4 - July 9 (6 weeks) TIME: Monday 6:00-7:15 p.m.. PROGRAM DATES: August 13 – September

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24 (6 weeks) No class Labor DayTIME: Monday 6:00-7:15 p.m..FEE: $75 ACC resident; $85 Non-residentLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592

Men’s NightTuesday night is reserved for the men. For advanced beginners through strong intermediate players featuring a 60 minute lesson working on different strokes and doubles strategy plus a 30 minute round robin match incorporating several drills as well as coaching and cri-tique. Redeem a coupon at each session.AGES: 18 and olderPROGRAM DATES: Ongoing TIME: Monday 7:15-8:45 p.m.FEE: $84 for a 6 coupon book/ACC$94 for a 6 coupon book/non ACCLOCATION: Bishop Park, 706-613-3592

ATHENS RECREATIONAL TENNIS LEAGUEThe Athens Recreational Tennis league was developed to promote and encourage competitive match play with a flexible format in the spirit of sportsmanship, fairness and, most of all, to have fun! ARTL is for Men and Women, available to play during the daytime, evenings or weekends, who would like to play fun, competitive tennis matches with the recreational spirit. After registering as an ARTL participant, a list of league

participants, phone numbers, schedule and rules can be downloaded from the Tennis for Life website. Each participant schedules their own matches with their opponents. AGES: 18 and olderPROGRAM DATES: Starts June 4. Deadline to register is May 28 11:59 p.m..TIME: AnytimeFEE: $30 per doubles team$25 per singles player LOCATION: AnywherePROGRAM DATES: Starts Oct 1. Deadline to register is September 23 11:59 p.m.

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Year-round drills for advanced begin-ner 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 years and olderPROGRAM DATES: OngoingTIME: Wednesday 8:00-9:30 a.m.(Time changes to 1:00-2:30 p.m. Nov 1)FEE: $84/6 coupon book/ACC resident$94 /coupon book/Non-residenLOCATION: Bishop Park 706- 613-3592

ACC Leisure Services invites you to adopt an animal at Bear Hollow Zoo. Bear Hollow Zoo’s sponsorship program allows anyone the opportunity to help a zoo

resident of his or her choice. Donated funds provide enrichment, exhibit maintenance, and food and directly benefits the selected anima(s). There is a sponsorship level that fits every budget, best off all it is a great gift idea.

Choose from Gold, Silver, or Bronze Levels and then choose an animal. Will you “adopt” a bald eagle, barn owl, black bear, bobcat, whitetail deer, or one of the other zoo residents?

For more information about the Adopt an Animal program, call Bear Hollow Zoo at 706-613-3616 or visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/bearhollow

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Bishop Park 705 Sunset Drive / 706-613-3589 BBQ Building, Gymnastics Center, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Meeting Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Paved Walking Trail,Picnic Area, Playground, Softball Fields, Multi-Use Field, Tennis Courts

East Athens Community Center 400 McKinley Drive / 706-613-3593Arts and Crafts Room, Computer Lab, Fitness Room, Full Service Kitchen, Game Room, Gymnasium, Meeting Room, Multi-Purpose Field, Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts,Picnic Shelter, Playground, Resource Library, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Tennis Courts

East Athens Community Park 200 Trail Creek Street / 706-208-0185Football/Soccer Fields, Nature Trails, Picnic Shelter, Softball Field

East Athens Educational Dance Center 390 McKinley Drive / 706-613-3624Dance Studios, Full Service Kitchen, Locker Rooms, Multi-Purpose Room, Performance Hall

Holland Youth Sports Complex 250 Vincent Drive / 706-613-3604Baseball/Softball Fields, Concession Stands, Playground, Soccer Fields

Lay Park and Community Center297 Hoyt Street / 706-613-3596Baseball/Football Field, Computer Lab, Game Room, Fitness Room, Gymnasium, Full Service Kitchen, Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Resource Library, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Tennis Court

Lyndon House Arts Center 293 Hoyt Street / 706-613-3623Art 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- 613-3580Catering Kitchen, Dog Park, Fishing, Lake, Meeting Room, Nature Trail, Outdoor Basketball Courts,PPicnic Shelters, Playground, Recreation Hall, Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, Walking Trail, 5-Acre 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, 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 / 706-613-3601Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Court

Reese and Pope Park 395 Pope Street / 706-613-3801Basketball Court, Picnic Shelter, Playground

Rocksprings Park 291 Henderson Ext. / 706-613-3603 Athletic Field, Catering Kitchen, Community Center, Game Room, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Multi-Purpose Room, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Picnic Pavilion,Swimming Pool and Bathhouse

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Road / 706-613-3615 Visitor and Education Center (formerly ENSAT), ADA Trail, 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 260-Acre Lake, Basketball Courts, Beach, Boat Ramp, Disc Golf Course (22-Hole), Dog Parks (3 private; 1 public), Fishing Pier, Hiking Trails (3), Horse Trails, Lake Fishing, Multi-Purpose Room, Picnic Pavilion, Picnic Shelters (9), Playgrounds (2), Sand Volleyball Court, Tennis Courts,

Satterfield Park 3028 Cherokee Road / 706-613-3871Athletic Fields, Concession Stand, Playground, Tennis Courts

Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Road / 706-613-3871Concession Stand, Dog Park, Multi Purpose Field, Nature Trail, Playground, Skate Park, Soccer Fields, Softball Fields, Tennis Courts, WOW Playground

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ACC Leisure Services

General Information

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

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

Upcoming Registration Dates: Summer 2012 Camp registration is staggered beginning in late March.Program Registration Begins:Saturday, April 21, 2012: (ACC residents)Wednesday, April 25, 2012: (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. Collected fees of less than $5 will not be refunded (unless the department cancels 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.

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

ScholarshipsAny Athens-Clarke County resident under the age of 18 may apply for a scholarship. The Bishop Park Tennis Program offers a limited number of scholar-ships. A list of required documents to determine scholarship eligibility are available at www.athen-sclarkecounty.com/leisure or by calling 706-613-3800.

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

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

All scholarships expire June 30 and must be renewed.

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

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

ACC LEISURE SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

Administrative OfficeThe Allen House205 Old Commerce Road706-613-3800

Scholarship Information706-613-3800www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure

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