atl parks & rec 2015 summer catalogue

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Registration Begins May 4, 20152015 SUMMER CATALOGCITY OF ATLANTA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION

2015 Summer CatalogCITY OF ATLANTA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION

Registration Begins May 4, 2015

Department of Parks and Recreation Directory Department of Parks and Recreation233 Peachtree St. NEHarris Tower, Suite 1700Atlanta, GA 30303

Customer Service Call CenterCustomer Service representatives are available to help with Park maintenance requests and concerns, Right of way (public), park tree concerns, Reservation and Programming questions, and your comments or suggestions.

Call: 404-546-6788 Email: [email protected] Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

To report a downed tree on weekends, holidays and after hours, please call 911.

Office of ParksDoug VossDirector

Office of Park DesignAlvin DodsonDirector

Office of RecreationAnnika S. HolderExecutive Director

Kasim Reed Mayor

Michael GeislerChief Operating Officer

Amy Phuong Commissioner, Department of Parks and Recreation

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Online

The City of Atlanta’s Department of Parks and Recreation’s Online Registration Portal

• Register and pay for activities and afterschool programming

• Purchase memberships• Reserve pavilions and recreation facilities• Keep track of your family’s schedules,

permit requests and membership status

For more information, visit www.atlantaga.gov/iparcs

Center Directory ......................... 2

Centers of Hope ................................ 2

Recreation Centers ......................... 2,3

Natatoriums ........................................ 3

Tennis Centers ................................... 3

Golf Courses ....................................... 3

Reservations .................................. 4

Ball Fields and Courts ...................... 4, 5

Pavilions and Gazebos ......................... 8

Room Reservations ............................... 7 Special Facilities and Stages ................ 8 Permits and Permissions ....................... 9

Outdoor Pools ...................... 10, 11

Summer Camps .................. 12, 13, 14

Senior Programming .................. 13

Activities and Memberships ..... 15

Recreation Membership Passes ......... 15

Tots & Rec .......................................... 18

Youth Athletics .............................. 18, 19

Adult Athletics .................................... 20

Aquatics ........................................ 21, 22

Group Enrichment Classes ............ 23,24

Chastain Arts Center ................... 25 - 28

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Center Directory

Adams Park 1620 Delowe Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311 404-756-1827 / Hours of Operation: Mon.& Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue.-Thu. 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Adamsville 3201 M. L. King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311 / 404-505-3181 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Thu. 6:00 a.m.– 9:00 p.m.; Fri. 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Sun. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Ben Hill 2405 Fairburn Rd. SW, Atlanta, 30331 404-346-5891 / Hours of Operation: Mon., Wed., Thu. 7:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.; Tue. 7:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Bessie Branham 2051 Delano Dr. NE, Atlanta 30317 404-371-5010 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue. - Thu. 7:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Grove Park 750 Frances Pl. NW, Atlanta 30318 404-799-2342 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue. - Thu. 7:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

M. L. King Jr. 90 Boulevard NE, Atlanta 30312 404-658-1149 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue. - Thu. 7:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Peachtree Hills 308 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Atlanta 30305 / 404-237-2756 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue. - Thu. 7:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Pittman Park 950 Garibaldi St. SW, Atlanta 30310 404-215-2824 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Tue. - Thu. 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Rosel Fann 365 Cleveland Ave. SE, Atlanta 30354 404-624-0772 / Hours of Operation: Mon. – Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Thomasville 1835 Henry Thomas Dr. SE, Atlanta 30315 / 404-624–0816 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Arthur Langford 1614 Arthur Langford Pl. SE, Atlanta, 30315 / 404-624-0669 / Hours of Operation: Temporarily Closed for Construction

Brownwood 607 Brownwood Ave SE, Atlanta 30316 404-624-0747 / Hours of Operation: Mon. – Thu. 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Fri. 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. *in partnership with the East Atlanta Kids Club www.eastatlantakids.org

Butler Park 98 William Holmes Borders Dr. SE, Atlanta 30312 / 404-658-6034 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

C. A. Scott 1565 M. L. King Jr. Dr., NW, Atlanta 30314 / 404-756-1857 / Hours of Operation: Tue.–Fri. 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Central Park 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta 30308 404-874-1780 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Coan Park 1530 Woodbine Ave. SE, Atlanta 30317 404-371-5008 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Collier Park 3691 Collier Dr. SW, Atlanta 30331 404-505-3157 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Dunbar 477 Windsor St. SW, Atlanta 30312 404-658-7117 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue.-Thu. 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Sat. 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

English Park 1340 Bolton Rd. NW, Atlanta 30331 404-505-3116 / Hours of Operation: Tue. - Fri. 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

The Gilbert House 2238 Perkerson Rd. SW, Atlanta 30315 404-766-9049 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Grant Park 537 Park Ave. SE, Atlanta 30312 404-624-0697 / Hours of Operation: Mon. & Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Tue. - Thu. 7:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. James Orange 1305 Oakland Dr. SW, Atlanta 30310 404-756-1858 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

J. D. Sims 544 Angier Ave. NE, Atlanta 30308 404-658-6023 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Recreation Centers

Centers of Hope

Recreation Centers conducting Camp Best Friends (page 12) programming will have limited Public hours. Please contact the center for public access hours.

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Lang Carson 100 Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta 30316 404-215-2856 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Morningside 1053 E. Rock Springs Rd. NE, Atlanta 30306 / 404-881-0174 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Perkerson 770 Deckner Ave. SW, Atlanta 30310 404-756-1859 / Hours of Operation: Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

South Bend Center for Art & Culture 1955 Compton Dr., Atlanta 30315 404-635-2990 / Hours of Operation: Mon. – Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Zaban 241 Daniel Ave., Atlanta 30317 404-371-5012 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Fri. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Adamsville 3201 M. L. King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311 / 404-505-3189 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Thu. 6:00 a.m.– 8:30 p.m.; Fri. 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; Sun. 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m

Rosel Fann 365 Cleveland Ave. SE, Atlanta 30354 404-624-0774 / Hours of Operation: Mon. – Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Washington Park 102 Ollie St. NW, Atlanta 30314 404-658-1436 / Hours of Operation: Mon.–Thu. 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tennis Centers

Bitsy Grant 2125 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta 30305 / 404-609-7193

Chastain 110 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta 30342 / 404-255-3210

McGhee 820 Beecher Ct. SW, Atlanta 30311 / 404-756-1869

Sharon E. Lester at Piedmont Park 400 Park Dr. NE, Atlanta 30309 / 404-853-3461

Washington 1125 Lena St. NW, Atlanta 30314 / 404-658-6229

Bobby Jones Golf Course 384 Woodward Way NW, Atlanta 30305 / 404-355-1009

Browns Mill Golf Course 2420 Browns Mill Rd. SE, Atlanta 30315 / 404-366-3573

Candler Park Golf Course 585 Candler Park Dr NE, Atlanta 30307 / 404-371-1260

North Fulton Golf Course 216 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta 30342 / 404-255-0723

Tup Holmes Golf Course 2300 Wilson Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311 / 404-753-6158

John A. White Golf Course 1053 Cascade Cir. SW, Atlanta 30311 / 404-756-1868

Golf Courses

Natatoriums

Special Facilities

Southside Sports Complex 3460 Jonesboro Road SE, Atlanta 30354 / 404-361-4100

Lake Allatoona Campground 7110 Recreation Ln., Acworth 30102 / 404-974-1279

Atlanta Cyclorama & Civil War Museum 800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta 30315 / 404-658-7625 www.atlantacyclorama.org

Chastain Arts Center 135 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta 30342 / 404-252-2927 www.ocaatlanta.com/chastain

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Baseball Fields with LightsAdams Park (two fields) 1620 Delowe Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311

Deerwood Park Alexandria Dr. at Tampa Tr. SW, Atlanta 30331

East Lake Park 2617 Memorial Dr. SE at Daniel St, Atlanta 30317

Grove Park 709 Hortense Pl. NW, Atlanta 30308

Melvin Drive Park 3895 Melvin Dr., Atlanta 30331

Rosa L. Burney Park 477 Windsor St. SE, Atlanta 30312

South Bend Park 1955 Compton Dr. SE, Atlanta 30315

Southside Sports Complex (four fields) 3460 Jonesboro Rd. SE, Atlanta 30354

Baseball Fields without LightsA. D. Williams Park 1154 James Jackson Pkwy. NW, Atlanta 30318

Arthur Langford Jr. Park 211 Thornton St. SW, Atlanta 30315

Ben Hill Park 2405 Fairburn Rd. SW, Atlanta 30331

Bessie Branham Park 2051 Delano Dr. NE, Atlanta 30317

Central Park 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta 30308

Chosewood Park 401 Nolan St. SE, Atlanta 30315

Perkerson Park (three fields) 770 Deckner Ave. SW, Atlanta 30310

Rev. James Orange Park/Oakland City 1305 Oakland Dr. SW, Atlanta 30310

Phoenix II Park 141 Martin St. SE (at Georgia Ave.), Atlanta 30315

Thomasville Park 1835 Henry Thomas Dr. SE, Atlanta 30315

West End Park 1111 Oak St. SW, Atlanta 30310

Wilson Mill Park (three fields) 300 Wilson Mill Rd. SW, Atlanta 30331

Football Fields with LightsAnderson Park (two fields) 120 Anderson Ave. NW, Atlanta 30314

English Park 1350 Bolton Rd. NW, Atlanta 30331

Mozley Park 1565 M. L. King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta 30314

Pittman Park 950 Garibaldi St. SE, Atlanta 30310

Football Fields without LightsJohn F. Kennedy Park 225 Chestnut St., Atlanta 30314

Rosel Fann Park 365 Cleveland Ave. SE, Atlanta 30354

Multipurpose Fields with LightsBen Hill Park (Baseball and football) 2405 Fairburn Rd. SW, Atlanta 30331

Central Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta 30308

Coan Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 1530 Woodbine Ave. SE, Atlanta 30317

Collier Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 3691 Collier Drive SW, Atlanta 30331

Peachtree Hills Park 308 Peachtree Hills Ave NE 30305

South Bend Park (Kickball, rugby, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 1955 Compton Dr. SE, Atlanta 30315

West Manor Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 3240 W. Manor Cir. SW, Atlanta 30311

Multipurpose Fields without LightsAdamsville Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 3201 M. L. King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311

Boulevard Crossing Park (Kickball, rugby, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 500 Englewood Ave, Atlanta 30315

Candler Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 1500 McLendon Ave. NE, Atlanta 30307

Chastain Memorial Park (two fields) (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 140 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta 30342

Grant Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, football, and baseball) 840 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta 30312

Ball Fields and Courts

reservations

The City of Atlanta has various ball fields throughout the city to reserve for league play or to play a pick-up game. Below are the fees along with the complete listing of fields.

RANDOM SELECTION PROCESSBall field reservations are released in seasonal increments. These seasons are released on-line on a first come, first serve basis at 12:00 noon on the dates listed below. During this 24 hour selection period, all ball field reservations must be made online, and cannot be refunded or exchanged for a credit except due to rainout or a similar situation rendering the field unusable.

FALL RANDOM SELECTION PROCESS – Tuesday, July 14, 2015 (September, October, November)

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Fees Unlighted Ball Field Fees Tax-exempt organizations: Residents $50.00 per hour | Non-residents $55.00 per hour

All other organizations: Residents $63.00 per hour | Non-residents $73.00 per hour

Lighted Ball Field Fees Tax-exempt organizations: Residents $63.00 per hour | Non-residents $72.00 per hour


Tournament Fees All 8 hour minimum: Tax-exempt organizations: Residents $65.00 per hour | Non-residents $80.00 per hour


Tennis Court Fees Residents $3.00 per hour ($5.00 per hour primetime)

Non-residents $3.50 per hour ($5.50 per hour primetime)

Grove Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 709 Hortense Pl. NW, Atlanta 30308

Historic Fourth Ward Park (Kickball, ulti-mate frisbee, soccer, and football) 830 Willoughby Way NE, Atlanta 30312

Shady Valley Park (Kickball, ultimate fris-bee, soccer, and football) 2720 Shady Valley Dr. NE, Atlanta 30324

Underwood Hills Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 1845 Harper St. NW, Atlanta 30318

Walker Park (Kickball, rugby, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) Memorial Dr. at Memorial Ter. SE, Atlanta 30316

Washington Park (Kickball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and football) 102 Ollie St. NW, Atlanta 30314

Soccer Fields with LightsCenter Hill Park 2305 Bankhead Hwy. NW, Atlanta 30318

Grove Park 709 Hortense Pl. NW, Atlanta 30308

Southside Sports Complex 3460 Jonesboro Rd. SE, Atlanta 30354

Soccer Fields without LightsBenteen Park Casanova St. SE, Atlanta 30315

Boulevard Crossing Park 500 Englewood Ave., Atlanta 30315

D. H. Stanton Park Boynton Ave. SE at Martin St. SE, Atlanta 30315

Iverson Park 1429 Iverson St. NE, Atlanta 30307

Lake Claire Park 430 Lakeshore Dr., Atlanta 30307

Maddox Park 1142 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy., Atlanta 30318

Softball Fields with LightsAdams Park (two fields) 1620 Delowe Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311

Center Hill Park 2305 Bankhead Hwy. NW, Atlanta 30318

Coan Park 1530 Woodbine Ave. SE, Atlanta 30317

Frankie Allen Park 100 Bagley St. at Pharr Rd. NE, Atlanta 30305

Harwell Heights Park 3114 Collier Dr. NW, Atlanta 30318

John A. White Park 225 Chestnut St. at Orr St. NW, Atlanta 30314

Washington Park 102 Ollie St. NW, Atlanta 30314

Softball Field without LightsAdair Park II 866 Murphy Ave. SW, Atlanta 30310

D. H. Stanton Park Boynton Ave. SE at Martin St. SE, Atlanta 30315

Empire Park 245 Oak Dr. SE, Atlanta 30354

Harper Park Wilson Rd./Southside Industrial Pky./ Harper Blvd., Atlanta 30354

Pittman Park 950 Garibaldi St. SE, Atlanta 30310

Rawson Washington Park Connally St./Kelly St. NE, Atlanta 30312

T-ball FieldsCleveland Ave Park 41 Cleveland Ave. SE, Atlanta 30315

Lang Carson Park 100 Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta 30316

Wilson Mill Park (three fields) 300 Wilson Mill Rd. SW, Atlanta 30331

Tennis CourtsAtlantic Station (four courts) 20th St. near 16th St., Atlanta 30363

reservations

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reservations

Piedmont Park 400 Park Dr. NE, Atlanta 30306 1 pavilion: 200 standing $200 Resident; $300 Non-resident 1 pavilion: 30 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident 1 gazebo: 10 standing (weddings only) $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Pittman Park 950 Garibaldi St. SE, Atlanta 30310 1 pavilion: 30 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Rosa L. Burney Park 477 Windsor St. SE, Atlanta 30310 1 pavilion: 30 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

South Bend Park 1955 Compton Dr. SE, Atlanta 30315 1 pavilion: 200 standing $150 Resident; $200 Non-resident

Stone Hogan Park Stone Hogan Connector SW, Atlanta 30331 2 gazebos: 30 standing $50 Resident; $75 Non-resident

Washington Park 102 Ollie St. NW, Atlanta 30314 1 pavilion: 150 standing $150 Resident; $200 Non-resident

Woodruff Park 91 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta 30303 1 gazebo: 20 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Adams Park 1620 Delowe Dr. SW, Atlanta 30311 1 pavilion: 100 standing $150 Resident; $200 Non-resident

Anderson Park 120 Anderson Ave. NW, Atlanta 30314 1 pavilion: 100 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Bessie Branham Park 100 Norwood Ave., Atlanta 30314 1 pavilion: 75 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Brownwood Park 607 Brownwood Ave. SE, Atlanta 30316 1 pavilion: 100 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Candler Park 1500 McLendon Ave. NE, Atlanta 30307 2 pavilions: 30 standing each $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Chastain Park 135 W. Wieuca Rd. NW, Atlanta 30342 1 pavilion: 75 standing, 1 pavilion: 30 standing $150 Resident; $200 Non-resident

Coan Park 1530 Woodbine Ave. SE, Atlanta 30317 1 pavilion: 200 standing $200 Resident; $300 Non-resident

D. H. Stanton Boynton Ave. SE / Martin Street SE, Atlanta 30315 1 pavilion: 30 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Facility provides waterFacility provides powerFacility provides restrooms

East Lake Park 2617 Memorial Dr. SE, Atlanta 30317 3 gazebos: 20 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Grant Park 840 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta 30312 2 pavilions: 300 standing $300 Resident; $400 Non-resident 1 gazebo: 30 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Howell Park 983 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW, Atlanta 30310 1 gazebo: 20 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Maddox Park 1115 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy., Atlanta 30318 1 pavilion: 100 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Mozley Park 1565 M. L. King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta 30314 1 pavilion: 200 standing $150 Resident; $200 Non-resident

James Orange Park at Oakland City 1305 Oakland Dr. SW, Atlanta 30310 1 pavilion: 100 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Perkerson Park 770 Deckner Ave. SW, Atlanta 30310 1 pavilion: 150 standing $100 Resident; $150 Non-resident

Pavilions and Gazebos

The City of Atlanta has pavilions and gazebos throughout its' parks to reserve for picnics or gatherings.

A pavilion reservation/permit entitles the permit holder to exclusive use of the pavilion for the date and time indicated on the permit. Pavilions are available as is on a first come, first served basis when there is no reservation. Below is a complete listing along with reservation rates. Please note that all venues require a $100 refundable event bond.

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reservations

Recreation Center and Natatorium Reservations are available to the public for meetings, reunions, trainings, and other special events. Reservations can be made through our Central Reservations Office or at the Center where you wish to make a Reservation. A refundable $100 security deposit is required with each Reservation. Hourly Room Rates Most Arts and Crafts, Class, and Multipurpose Rooms at our Recreation Centers Resident Non-resident Individual $30 $43 Tax Exempt Organization $30 $43 Non-Tax Exempt Organization $75 $112 Hourly Gymnasiums Rates Resident Non-resident Individual $147 $210 Tax Exempt Organization $88 $125 Non-Tax Exempt Organization $157 $225

Hourly Conference Rooms / Adamsville and Rosel Fann Resident Non-resident Individual $42 $60 Tax Exempt Organization $30 $43 Non-Tax Exempt Organization $70 $100 Hourly Small Auditorium / Adamsville Resident Non-resident Individual $105 $150 Tax Exempt Organization $52 $75 Non-Tax Exempt Organization $122 $175 Hourly Large Auditoriums / Adamsville and Rosel Fann Resident Non-resident Individual $122 $175 Tax Exempt Organization $70 $100 Non-Tax Exempt Organization $140 $200 Hourly Indoor Pool Rates Resident Non-resident Single 25 Meter Lane $25 $50 Single 50 Meter Lane $50 $100 Entire Pool $220 $440 Therapy Pool $60 $120

Wedding Package$750 / $187.50 for each additional hourOur Recreation Center wedding package applies to the reservation of both Auditoriums at either Adamsville or Rosel Fann. The total includes seven (7) hours; two (2) hours for setup, four (4) hours for the event, and one (1) hour for breakdown.

Event(s) with Admission FeeVending Package: $750Our event package applies to the reservation of both auditoriums at either Adamsville or Rosel Fann for events that charge admission or offer vending on site. The organization collecting admission or vending is expected to pay an additional fee equal to 20% of the revenue collected from the event or $500, whichever is greater. Security OfficerRecreation Center and Natatorium reservations will require one (1) Security Officer to be hired for every seventy five (75) people in attendance if the event is for social purposes, where the Office of Recreation reasonably expects the event will be attended by persons under twenty-one (21) years of age, if the event involves the serving of alcohol, or if the Office and the Atlanta Police Department both reasonably determine that security is required to protect the safety of persons and/or property.

Additional ChargesAfter Hours Attendant: $25/hour

Room Reservations

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reservations

ShowmobileA permit is needed to rent the City of Atlanta’s mobile stage. The Showmobile’s size is 32' wide x 24' deep and does not include a generator or PA system. A $1 million insurance policy naming the City of Atlanta as an additional insurer is required. The reservation rates below are per eight (8) hour period. A Large Gathering in a Park/Greenspace or Special Use Fee may also be required.

Resident Non-resident Individual $450 $800 Tax Exempt Organization $350 $600 Non-Tax Exempt Organization $450 $800

Atlanta Cyclorama & Civil War MuseumThe Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum is a unique facility that features the world’s largest diorama depicting the historic “Battle of Atlanta”. This one-of-a-kind painting, measuring 348’x42’, allows visitors to virtually step back into time and experience the Battle of Atlanta that took place on July 22, 1864, during the American Civil War. The experience offers breathtaking realism enhanced by a foreground of three-dimensional figures and terrain. The presentation is accompanied by music and narration, available in five languages. The museum also features the famed “Texas” Locomotive of the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862. This season’s programming continues the commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War.

Hours of OperationTuesday – Saturday | 9:15am - 4:30pmGuided Tours: every hour on the half hour except 12:30 pm

AdmissionAges [3 and Under] FreeAges [4 – 12] $8.00Groups 10 or more $7.00 per personAges [13 – 64] $10.00,Groups 10 or more $9.00 per personAge [65 and over] $8.00

Rental Rules and RatesThe Atlanta Cyclorama is available for private rental afterregular business hours. Group, organizations and corporations can schedule receptions, meetings, or theme parties using all or part of the facility. The Cyclorama presentation can be included in the rental. For more information please call 404-658-7625.

Cyclorama Rental$1200 for the first three hours$150 for each additional hour$25 per hour per staff member

Auditorium and Lobby$600 for the first three hours$150 for each additional hour$25 per hour per staff member

Guided Tours$150 per show

Special Facilities and Stages

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reservations

WANT TO HAVE YOUR PARTY, EVENT OR PRACTICE WITH THE CITY OF ATLANTA?To obtain a permit to reserve an area for your event, visit our online reservation application at atlangaga.gov/iparcs or our office at the following location:

Centralized Reservations233 Peachtree Street NE Harris Tower, Suite 1600Atlanta, GA 30303

Reservationists are available to accept applications in person Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Fees are payable by money order, certified check, personal check or major credit card. Cash is not accepted. The Department of Parks and Recreation reserves the right to refuse to issue any permit for an unauthorized use, and may revoke an issued permit at any time for an unauthorized use or violation of park rules, regulations, or city ordinances. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are accepted no earlier than 90 days (holidays and weekends included) prior to the event; 30 (holidays and weekends included) days if using portable toilets, amplified sound, tents and/or generators, and no later than 14 days (holidays and weekends included) prior to your event date if your event doesn’t require portable toilets, amplified sound, tents and/or generators. For additional information about organizing an event on park property, please contact the Reservations Office at 404-546-6757, press 0 to speak with a live operator or e-mail at [email protected]

Filming in a City of Atlanta Park Filming in a City of Atlanta Park requires permission from The Mayor’s Office of Entertainment. Please contact LaRonda M. Sutton at [email protected] or at 404-330-6006. Large Gathering in a Park/GreenspaceA permit is required for any planned park gatherings lasting one hour or more with an anticipated attendance of 75 or more people. A Large Gathering application is not necessary if you are reserving only a pavilion, gazebo or ballfield. Please be aware that a Large Gathering Permit does not grant permission to vend in a park, erect a tent greater than 10'x10', stage or moonwalk, or use alcohol. The permit fee is $50 (nonrefundable). City park users requesting a permit to utilize specific areas of park greenspace shall be required to pay a permit fee of $50. Outdoor Wedding in a ParkThis permit is used when an outdoor wedding occurs inside a city park, in a location other than in a picnic pavilion, and where the wedding includes set-up or requires city services outside of normal scheduled maintenance. The permit fee is $50 (nonrefundable).

Special UseThis permit is necessary if you plan to have generators (additional permit and fees also required from Office of Buildings), amplified sound, tents larger than 10'x10' and/or portable restrooms at your event. The permit fee is $50 (nonrefundable).

Park AttendantCity park users who reserve pavilions or have large gatherings in a park that require vehicular access must use a park attendant at the rate of $10.50 per hour (minimum four hours). This will allow vehicles to unload and load only. Parking vehicles inside the park is not allowed per Atlanta City Code Sec. 110-3. Park attendants are available on a first come, first served basis based on availability and must be booked no later than 14 days in advance (holidays and weekends included). Park attendants are highly recommended at the following parks otherwise there is no vehicle access close to the pavilion: Grant Park, Piedmont Park, Perkerson Park, Mozley Park and Maddox Park. Private Business in a ParkThis permit is used for individuals or organizations wishing to utilize a City of Atlanta park for private business purposes. The private business may not operate in a park unless and until the application is granted and a permit is issued. A Private Business in a Park Permit does not grant permission to vend (no monies to be exchanged) in a park, erect a tent, stage, or moonwalk, or possess alcohol. No advertising/marketing or staking of any kind is allowed in the park. A separate application must be submitted for each park that the business wishes to use. A valid business license and a $1 million insurance policy naming the City of Atlanta as an additional insurer is required. The permit fee is $1500 per park per year (nonrefundable).

Permits and Permissions

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Outdoor Pools Open May 23, 2015

Pools Open May 23 - Sept. 7, 2015 August hours will change in conjunction with Atlanta Public Schools schedule. Adams Park 1581 Lagoon Ln., SW | 404-753-6091 Monday - Saturday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed on Sunday

Candler Park 1500 McClendon Ave., NE | 404-373-4349 Monday - Sunday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Grant Park 625 Park Ave. | 404-622-3041 Monday - Sunday | 12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Powell at Mozley Park 1690 M.L.K. Jr., Dr., NW | 404-753-7156 Wed. - Sun. | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed Monday - Tuesday

John A. White Park 1101 Cascade Cir., SW | 404-755-5546 Monday - Sunday | 12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Rev. James Orange Park 1305 Oakland Ln SW | 404-753-7245 OPENING SOON! Monday - Sunday | 12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Pools Open May 23 - August 2, 2015

Anderson Park 100 Anderson Ave. | 404-799-0317 Tuesday - Saturday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed Sunday - Monday

Rosa L. Burney 477 Windsor St. | 404-522-0030 Tuesday - Saturday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed Sunday - Monday Pittman Park 950 Garibaldi St., SW | 404-522-0021 Monday - Sunday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. South Bend Park 2000 Lakewood Ave., SE | 404-622-3048 Tuesday - Saturday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed Sunday - Monday Thomasville Park 1750 Thomasville Dr., SE | 404-622-3045 Wednesday - Sunday | 12:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed Monday - Tuesday

Partner Sites - Open May 23 - Sept. 7, 2015 August hours will change in conjunction with Atlanta Public Schools schedule. Chastain Park 235 W. Wieuca Rd., NW | 404-255-2762 Mon. - Sun. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free Swim: Mon. - Fri. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Garden Hills 335 Pine Tree Dr., NE | 404-848-7220 Mon. - Sun. 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free Swim: Mon. - Fri. 10:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Piedmont Park 400 Park Dr., NE | 404-875-7275 ext. 324 Mon. - Fri. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat. - Sun. 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free Swim: Mon. - Fri. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Summer Programs

Community Free SwimPay swim all day on the following holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day & Labor Day. Hours vary at Partner Sites. Monday - Friday 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Community Pay Swim Monday - Friday 4:30 p.m.–Closing Saturday - Sunday 12:30 p.m.–Closing

Early Bird Swim (Grant Park - Adults/Seniors) Mon./Wed./Fri. 7:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. (3-4 Lanes)

Senior Free Swim (Powell, South Bend and Pittman; ages 55+) Wed. (Powell and South Bend) 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Wed. (Pittman) 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Thu. (Candler) 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Summer Camp (Group Lessons / Swim) Summer camp groups must register with USA Management and meet guidelines. 1-877-248-1872 ext. 303 Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

We’re diving into Summer with the opening of our neighborhood outdoor pools. The City of Atlanta has thirteen outdoor pools located across the city. All children 12 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. Children 3 and under must wear a swim diaper.

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Daily Outdoor Pool Fees

Admission Child (5 years and under) FREE Child(6–16 years) $2.00 Adult (17–54 years) $4.00 Senior (55 years and up) $2.00

Become an ATL PARKS & REC Member Today! Membership provides access to all City of Atlanta Natatoriums, Recreation Centers, and outdoor pools. Pass holders can swim in open lanes and have access to weight/fitness rooms at City of Atlanta Recreation Centers. Details can be found on page 15 .

Spray Grounds May 1 - Oct. 1, 2015 Spraygrounds are a fun and popular way for kids to “beat the heat” without swimming. The City of Atlanta has four Spraygrounds located around the city. Parents can relax while kids play in the water fountains. All Spraygrounds are open from10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and are free and open to the public.

D.H. Stanton Park | 213 Haygood Avenue, SE

Historic 4th Ward Park | 800 Dallas Street, NE

Center Hill Park | 2305 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway, NW

Perkerson Park | 770 Deckner Avenue, SW

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Blending education with play is important to providing an enriching environment and maintaining the connection to learning throughout the Summer Break. Our various Summer Camps include a variety of programs, emphasizing different educational, cultural and physical activities designed to keep youth active and healthy. Under the administration of Mayor Kasim Reed, the 2015 summer program will offer 25 camp locations throughout Atlanta for your child to stay engaged in positive activities all summer! Summer Camp fills up quickly!

*Financial assistance is available for certain Department of Parks and Recreation programs. Please contact the respective Recreation center for more information.

Camp Best Friends 2015Theme: The Great Outdoors Smell the fresh air! Camp Best Friends is heading outdoors to experience nature in its purest form. This year’s camp will thematically focus on introducing campers to the wonders, ideas and fun that can be discovered while in “The

Great Outdoors.” The Department of Parks and Recreation understands the importance of blending education with play to provide an enriching environment and works to maintain that connection throughout the summer break. Now in its 34th year, Camp Best Friends has touched the lives of a quarter of a million Atlanta youth.

Centers of Hope CampsFrom the moment campers arrive each day, service leader interns guide them in activities developed around the five (5) Centers of Hope Pillars: Academic Enrichment, Health & Fitness; Character & Leadership Development, Technology and Community. These experiences are achieved through integrated reading, sports, creative writing, games, drama, music, dance, arts and crafts, physical fitness and outdoor adventure.

Ages 5 – 12Locations: Adams Park, Adamsville, Ben Hill, Bessie Branham, Central, Dunbar, Grove Park, M.L. King, Pittman, Peachtree Hills, Rosel Fann and Thomasville Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents $35 per week, Non-residents $110 per week

Ages 11 – 14Locations: Adams Park, Adamsville, Pittman Park and Thomasville Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Registration Fees: Residents $35 per week, Non-residents $110 per week

Arts CampThe Arts Camp provides cultural experiences and academic enrichment opportunities that contribute to individual growth and achievement. Each participant receives performing and visual arts classes led by professional artists or arts organizations. This 8-week camp is filled on a first come, first served basis!

Ages 5 – 12Location: South Bend Center for Arts & Culture Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents $35 per week,Non-residents $110 per week

All-Star Sports CampGet ready for some fun this summer at Morningside! We will fill the day with your campers favorite sports activities – kickball, basketball, flag football, tennis, disc golf, Frisbee and more! These activities are paired with swimming and integrated reading building the perfect all-star athlete!

Ages 5 – 12Location: MorningsideDates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents $65 per week, Non-residents $110 per week

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Overnight Camp Spend a week at our wildness camp on the shore of Lake Allatoona. Campers can explore the many natural wonders in and around camp including nature trails, animal tracks, birds and trees all while engaging in environmental education, competitions, swimming, boating, hiking, and more. From time around the campfire to jumping in the lake, this is an opportunity your child should not miss.

The bus departs weekly; Monday mornings at 7:30 a.m. after breakfast is served:Week 1: Peachtree Hills and Coan Park Recreation Center Week 2: Adamsville and Coan Park Recreation CenterWeek 3: M.L. King Jr. and Coan Park Recreation CenterWeek 4: Ben Hill and Coan Park Recreation CenterWeek 5: Thomasville and Coan Park Recreation Center Week 6: Rosel Fann and Coan Park Recreation Center Week 7: Dunbar and Coan Park Recreation Center

Week 8: Bessie Branham and Coan Park Recreation Center

Ages 8 – 12Location: Lake Allatoona Campground Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015 Days & Hours: 8:00 a.m. Monday morning departure – 3:00 p.m. Friday afternoon return (Please note the participants stay onsite for the entire week)Registration Fees: Residents $80 per week, Non-residents $135 per week

Swim and Tennis CampWashington Park has it all! We take all of the great things about our Camp Best Friends program and then add swimming and tennis lessons. Learn the butterfly stroke in the pool and a follow through on the tennis court. Ages 5 – 12 Location: Washington NatatoriumProgram Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents $65 per week, Non-residents $110 per week

Therapeutics CampCoan Park Therapeutics Summer Program provides participants with special needs a variety of adapted recreational activities, visual arts and swimming. Campers enrolled in the program will also have access to occupational therapy, speech therapy and hippotherapy.

Ages 6 – 21Location: Coan Park Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents $35 per week, Non-residents $110 per week

Soccer and Tennis CampPerfect for young tennis and soccer players, our half soccer, half tennis camp gives your child the best of both worlds! Campers will learn team building techniques to use on the and off the field/court. Instructors teach the basic and advanced techniques of soccer, including dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. We introduce tennis to children with fun-filled on-court activities to fit their age and ability. We keep both sports fun and lively with mini tournaments and other engaging activities. Your child will come home happy, tired and ready for more the next day!

Ages 5 – 12Location: Grant ParkDates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents $65 per week, Non-residents $110 per week

Atlanta Teen Leaders (ATL) Summer of Service Learning (SSL) The City of Atlanta Teen Leaders Summer of Service Learning offers teens ages 14 – 18 the opportunity to become involved in their community through leadership training all while having fun and creating new memories! Ages 14 – 18Summer of Service Learning Sites: Collier Park*, Perkerson, Zaban, and James Orange Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. / 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents Only | No fee for enrollmentApplication Deadline: May 5, 2015*In conjunction with Future Seekers. Youth not enrolled through Atlanta Workforce Development Agency’s stipend program are eligible to receive community service hours towards graduation requirements. All applicants must complete application for admittance in program.

PRIME TIME SENIOR CAMPIf you think summer camps have an age limit, think again! Atlantans ages 55 and older can join in on the Camp Best Friends fun as well. Join us this summer for arts & crafts, music & dance, technology, table games, fitness & wellness and trips!

Ages 55+ Locations: Butler Park, C.A. Scott, and Old Adamsville Program Dates: Jun. 1 – Jul. 24, 2015Days & Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Registration Fees: Residents Only | No fee for enrollment

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Art á la CarteThe Chastain Arts Center summer camp encourages artistic expression and offers children an experience filled with creative energy. In keeping with our playful food and restaurant theme, our “menu” of selections allows you to choose the week, or weeks, you want. Each week explores a different discipline through two- and three- dimensional projects in clay, drawing, painting, sculpture, architecture, mixed media, and more. Along with visual arts, all age groups will enjoy movement arts such as yoga, acting, and improvisation.

Small Fries: Ages 5 – 6Curly Fries: Ages 7 – 8French Fries: Ages 9 – 10Home Fries: Ages 11 – 13Classes, class sizes, and age groupings are subject to change based on enrollment. Program Dates: Jun. 8–Aug. 7, 2015

Week 1: UP, UP, AND AWAY!Mon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/8 – 6/12 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.01

Week 2: TUNNELS AND TOWERS, OH MY!Mon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/15 – 6/19 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.02

Week 3: MUD EXTRAVAGANZAMon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/22 – 6/26 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.03

Week 4: MEAN GREEN ART MACHINEMon. – Thu. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/29 – 7/2 Fee: $160 Class # 1.082.201.04

Week 5: THE ART MUSEUMMon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 7/6 – 7/10 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.05

Week 6: ART AROUND THE WORLDMon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 7/13 – 7/17 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.06

Week 7: FLASH, ZAP, ZOW Mon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 7/20 – 7/24 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.07

Week 8: SPLISH, SPLASH, SPLATTERMon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 7/27 – 7/31 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.08

Week 9: MUD EXTRAVAGANZA 2Mon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 8/3 – 8/7 Fee: $200 Class # 1.082.201.09

2015 Teen Summer Camps

WEEK 1 TEEN HANDBUILDING /Joanna Stecker Ages 13 – 17Mon – Fri 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/1 – 6/5 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.013.201.01Students will learn pottery, handbuilding and other sculptural work. All levels of experience are welcome.

WEEK 2 TEEN DRAWING /Jessica Caldas Ages 13 – 17Mon – Fri 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/8 – 6/12 Fee: $160 Class ID: 1.023.201.01Students learn how to use line, tone, and texture to draw convincing three dimensional forms. On figure drawing days students will draw from a bathing suit model. A model fee of about $50 will be collected from each student. No previous experience is necessary.

WEEK 3 TEEN POTTERY/Joanna Stecker Ages 13 – 17Mon – Fri 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 6/15 – 6/19 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.013.201.02Students will examine an array of wheel-thrown pottery techniques. The focus is on throwing skills, glazing, decorating, and firing.

Summer Arts Camp ARTportunity Knocks

Performing, Technical, and Fine Arts classes that include Hip-Hop and Contemporary Dance, Acting, Singing, Music/Video/Film Production, Painting, and Drawing. Students will also learn about cultures from around the world through field trips and on-site activities.

Ages 6-12J.D. Sims Recreation CenterActivity Times: Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 1 - Jul. 24, 2015Registration Fees: $336.00 per person

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Interested in using our Natatoriums or Weight Rooms in your regular workout routine? How about joining one of the Swim Teams, taking an art class, or playing Basketball? DPR offers different levels of membership and a variety of activities to suit the needs of you and your family. *Financial assistance is available for certain Department of Parks and Recreation programs. Please contact the respective Recreation center for more information.

Athletic Membership PassesMembership passes provide access to all City of Atlanta natatoriums, Recreation Centers, and outdoor pools during regular hours of operation for one year. Pass holders arepermitted to swim in open lanes and have access to the weight rooms* at City of Atlanta Recreation Centers. Athletic Membership Pass Fees: Resident Non-residentYouth $ 65.00 $ 80.00 Senior $ 65.00 $ 80.00 Adult Pass $110.00 $185.00Family Pass (for family of 4) $245.00 $470.00Each additional family member $ 55.00 $ 90.00

Splash CardsSplash cards provide access to all City of Atlanta natatoriums during regular hours of operation. Pass holders are permitted to swim in open lanes. Splash Card Fees: 10 Use 20 UseYouth $ 17.50 $35.00Senior $ 17.50 $35.00Adult Pass $ 37.50 $70.00

*weight rooms are available at designated centers.

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KTX FitnessBeing fit isn’t just about the number on the scale: it’s about a lifestyle. It’s about believing that you deserve to be healthy. It’s about dedication and hard work. It’s about celebrating and enjoying life. Keith Thompson brings this infectious passion for health, wellness, and most importantly, self-love, to every class that he teaches. We offer several types of classes at three of our centers.

I.Robics These Interval training sessions combine fast and slow rhythms with resistance training to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.

M. L. King Jr. Mondays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.M. L. King Jr. Fridays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Grant Park Saturdays 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

Step ClassA form of aerobic exercise distinguished by its use of an elevated platform (the step). The height can be tailored to individual needs by inserting risers under the step.

Adamsville Tuesdays 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m.Adamsville Tuesdays 7:15 p.m.–8:15 p.m.Adamsville Fridays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

CyclingA group exercise session in which participants ride stationary bicycles at varying speeds and resistance settings.

Adamsville Mondays 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Adamsville Mondays 4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m.M. L. King Jr. Mondays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Adamsville Mondays 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.Grant Park Tuesdays 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Grant Park Tuesdays 4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m. M. L. King Jr. Tuesdays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Adamsville Tuesdays 5:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m.Adamsville Tuesdays 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m.Adamsville Wednesdays 6:00 a.m.–7:00 a.m.Adamsville Wednesdays 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Adamsville Wednesdays 4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m.M. L. King Jr. Wednesdays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Adamsville Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.

Grant Park Thursdays 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Grant Park Thursdays 4:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m. M. L. King Jr. Thursdays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Adamsville Thursdays 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m.Adamsville Thursdays 7:15 p.m.–8:15 p.m.Adamsville Fridays 6:00 a.m.–7:00 a.m.Adamsville Fridays 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.M. L. King Jr. Fridays 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Adamsville Saturdays 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.Adamsville Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.M. L. King Jr. Saturdays 12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m. Grant Park Saturdays 1:45 p.m.–2:45 p.m.

Group Fitness Classes Recreation Centers have partnered with multiple fitness organizations to bring you quality programs and activities. Fees will vary from activity to activity. For more information, contact the Recreation Center offering the program. We look forward to providing you with fun fitness options!

Body SculptingA muscle-toning class usually focused on core strength. Sculpting classes use weight bars, exercise bands, dumbbells, or a combination of these. You perform traditional weight-training moves in a class setting.

Adamsville Mondays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Adamsville Wednesdays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Adamsville Wednesdays 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. (abs)Adamsville Thursdays 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Adamsville Saturdays 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. (Bootcamp)Grant Park Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Adamsville Sundays 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. (Body Challenge)YogaA system of exercises practiced as part of this discipline to promote control of the body and mind. M. L. King, Jr. Fridays 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Adamsville Thursdays 5:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m.

KTX Membership FeesMonth Unlimited | $40 per monthDrop In | $8

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A Zumba workout mixes body sculpting movements with dance steps derived from Cumbia, Merengue, Salsa, Reggaeton, Hiphop, Mambo, Rumba, Flamenco, Calypso, and Salsaton. The routines feature aerobic interval training.

ZumbaRosel Fann Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Aqua ZumbaRosel Fann Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Freestyle Fitness Membership Fees10 Class Pass | $75 per personDrop In | $10 per class

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Zumba Atlanta

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy to follow, Latin inspired dance fitness party. Zumba Fitness is the only dance fitness program that blends red hot international music with contagious steps to form a fitness party that is downright addictive.

Zumba FitnessMorningside Thursdays 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Zumba Atlanta Membership FeesMonthly Unlimited | $60 per person 10 Class Pass | $100 per person4 Class Pass | $48 per personDrop In | $15 per class

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Youth Athletics

Flag Football for Tots

Your Tot takes to the gridiron in a fun and engaging introduction to America’s most popular game.

Participating Centers Include: Adamsville, Bessie Branham, Grant Park, Grove Park, Morningside, Pittman, Ben Hill, and Peachtree Hills

Ages 3 – 4Activity Times: Practice Times Vary by Site; games on FridaysActivity Dates: July 13 – August 21, 2015Registration Fees: $50.00 per tot (t-shirt included)

Youth Football

The City of Atlanta provides quality football programming to youth 5 to 12. An emphasis is placed on the participants having fun, learning the values of team sports, discipline, and the fundamentals of the game of football. Family involvement, exercise, and development of the love of the sport are our objectives. Participating Centers Include: Adams, Adamsville, Ben Hill, Bessie Branham, Collier, Dunbar, English, Grove Park, Pittman Park, Rosel Fann, and Thomasville Ages 5 – 12Practice Begins: Jun. 30, 2015 Last Day to Register: Jul. 31, 2015Season Dates: Aug. 22 - Oct. 24, 2015Registration Fees Residents | $75.00 per personNon-Residents | $150.00 per person Youth Team Fees to enter the League (per team, per season per sport): $300.00 (does not guarantee practice time on fields; fields must be reserved through Parks Reservations department).

Youth Cheerleading

Cheerleading is a wonderful recreation program for new and experienced cheerleaders, ages 5 – 17 years old. The program focuses around building cooperation, self-confidence, respect, great friendships and all of the important foundations of cheerleading. They support the football and basketball players by cheering at games and local competitions.

Participating Centers Include: Adams, Adamsville, Ben Hill, Bessie Branham, Collier, Dunbar, English, Grove Park, ML King Jr., Pittman Park, Rosel Fann, and Thomasville

Ages 5 – 17 Practice Begins: Jun. 30, 2015 Last Day to Register: Jul. 31, 2015Season Dates: Aug. 22 - Oct. 24, 2015Registration Fees Residents | $75.00 per personNon-Residents | $150.00 per person

Intramural Futsal

Also known as “Brazilian Soccer”, Futsal is a variant of soccer governed by FIFA. This intramural league will have participants play games indoors on the basketball court.

Participating Centers Include: Grant Park, ML King Jr., and Rosel Fann

Ages 7 – 12Season Dates: June 9 – July 19, 2015Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

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The 411 Basketball Academy

The 411 Basketball Academy is a structured environment that teaches the fundamentals of basketball and life lessons to boys and girls ages 9 to 13. During each season, the 411 Basketball Academy prepares each member to become a better basketball player mentally as well as physically. Each instructor trains participants to become better shooters, passers, rebounders, and ball handlers. We also help individuals maximize their talents as well as becoming a coachable player.

Ages 9 - 13 Grove Park Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 6 – Aug. 29, 2015No Class July 4 Registration Fees: $70.00 per person

Sports Clinic Promote and encourage physical and mental development, cultivate a strong team atmosphere, and build character with eight weeks of basketball and football foundational drills, skills, and lessons. This program centers on the development of self-confidence and having fun.

Ages 9 – 14Peachtree Hills Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 6 – Aug.1, 2015No Class July 4 Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Heads Up Football Camp Fundamental Football skills are taught in this fun, energetic environment using a series of drills to practice passing, catching, and running in a non-contact setting.

Ages 5 – 12Rosel Fann Recreation CenterActivity Times: Tue. and Thu. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 9 – Jul. 2, 2015Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Cheernastics

Cheernastics is a mixture of cheerleading and gymnastics.

Ages 5 – 12Bessie Branham Recreation CenterActivity Times: Tue. and Thu. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 2 – 25, 2015Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Ages 5 – 12Bessie Branham Recreation CenterActivity Times: Tue. and Thu. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 30 – Jul. 23, 2015Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Basketball Clinic Work on offensive/defensive sparring, passing, and footwork. Drills emphasize ball-handling, shooting, finishing, and 1 on 1 moves and focus on each player’s individual skill development. Ages 7 - 12Bessie Branham Recreation CenterActivity Times: Every other Wed. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Every other Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 6 – Aug. 1, 2015No Class July 4 Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Cheer Awesome Dancing Divas

Exposure to beginning, intermediate, and advanced Cheer, Cheer stunts, Cheer/Dance Routines. Beginning Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Hip-Hop and African dance.

Ages 5 – 14ML King, Jr. Recreation CenterActivity Times: Mon. - Sat. 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Mar. 23 – May 18, 2015Registration Fees: $60.00 per month

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Adult Athletics

Softball Whether it’s for socialization, fitness or the sheer competitivenessof the game, take part in the Summer 2015 Adult Softball league with your very own team! Teams can be co-ed and are open to adults 18 and over. Ages 18+Southside Sports ComplexLast Day To Register: May 25, 2015Season Dates: Jun. 15 – Aug. 18, 2015Registration Fees: $600.00 per team

Kickball

Whether it’s for socialization, fitness or the sheer competitive-ness of the game, take part in the Summer 2015 Adult Kickball league with your very own team! Teams can be co-ed and are open to adults 18 and over. Ages 18+Southside Sports ComplexLast Day To Register: May 25, 2015Season Dates: Jun. 15 – Aug. 18, 2015Registration Fees: $600.00 per team

Basketball League

Whether it’s for socialization, fitness or the sheer competitiveness of the game, take part in the Summer 2015 Adult Basketball League with your very own team! Our Competition Basketball League is for adults. Ages 18+ Ben Hill Recreation CenterActivity Times: Tue. 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Activity Dates: Jun. 2 – Aug. 25, 2015Registration Fees: $600.00 per team

Ages 18+ Grant Park Recreation CenterActivity Times: Tue. 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Activity Dates: Jun. 2 – Aug. 25, 2015Registration Fees: $600.00 per team

Ages 35+ Pittman Recreation CenterActivity Times: Wed. and Fri. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Activity Dates: Jun. 3 – Aug. 28, 2015No Class July 3Registration Fees: $600.00 per team


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Aquatics

Aquatics

Regular swimming can improve physical health by building endurance, muscle strength and cardio-vascular fitness. It can serve as a cross-training element to regular workouts and can improve overall self-discipline, goal-setting, and create an increased sense of self-worth through regular exercise. Aquatic Centers provide residents and non-residents with an opportunity to participate in regular swimming programs, private lessons, and Drop-ins. Registration is available at each center for all Aquatics Programs.

Water Aerobics

Aerobic excercise is practiced in the shallow end of our indoor pools. Aqua aerobics supports the body and reduces the risk of muscle or joint injury. This package includes 24 uses for Aqua Aerobics lessons and is valid for 6 months. Please check with individual natatoriums for schedule. 24 Class Card: Resident $55.00 / Non-resident $70.00

Hydrotherapy

Our Natatoriums have special hydrotherapy pools where the water can be used for therapeutic purposes. Warm temperature and pressure stimulates blood circulation, relieves pain, and is beneficial for other minor ailments. This package is good for 24 Hydrotherapy lessons over a 6 month period. Please check with individual natatoriums for schedule.

24 Class Card: Resident $55.00 / Non-resident $70.00

Developmental Swim TeamThis program is an introduction to competitive swimming. Swimmers gain the basic motor skills needed to advance to the CAD Swim Team. Testing is required. Swimmers must be able to swim the length of the pool (25 yards) freestyle and backstroke to participate on the team. Practices are daily during the week.

Ages 5 - 14Adamsville NatatoriumActivity Dates: Sep. 2, 2014–Aug. 31, 2015 Registration Fees Residents | $135.00 per personNon-Residents | $165.00 per person

Ages 5 - 14 Rosel Fann NatatoriumActivity Dates: Sep. 2, 2014–Aug. 31, 2015 Registration Fees Residents | $135.00 per personNon-Residents | $165.00 per person

City of Atlanta Dolphins The City of Atlanta Dolphins (CAD) is an advanced competitive swimming team. Participation in the Developmental Swim Team is required prior to joining the CAD team in addition to a swim test. Practice times vary based on age and skill level. Ages 5 - 14Adamsville NatatoriumActivity Dates: Sep. 2, 2014 – Aug. 31, 2015 Registration Fees Residents | $225.00 per personNon-Residents | $425.00 per person

Ages 5 - 14Rosel Fann NatatoriumActivity Dates: Sep. 2, 2014 – Aug. 31, 2015 Registration Fees Residents | $225.00 per person Non-Residents | $425.00 per person

Swim LessonsOur swim lessons are geared towards all levels of swimming. The City of Atlanta teaches children of all ages and abilities at all natatoriums. Starting with Aqua Tot classes, which include the parents in the pool, to beginners and adults, swimmers can get one on one instruction from our certified water safety instructors.

Adamsville Aqua Tots Swim Lessons (Ages 6 months to 3, with parents in water) Resident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Sat. /Jul. 11–Sep. 26, 2015 / 10:00–10:30 a.m.No Class July 4

Adamsville Youth Swim Lessons Resident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Mon. & Wed. / Jun. 8–Jul. 15, 2015 / 5:00–5:45 p.m.Mon. & Wed. / Jul. 27–Sep. 2, 2015 / 5:00–5:45 p.m.Sat. / Jul. 11–Sep. 26, 2015 / 10:00–10:45 a.m.No Class July 4 Sat. / Jul. 11–Sep. 26, 2015 / 11:00–11:45 a.m.No Class July 4


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Adamsville Adult Swim LessonsResident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Mon. & Wed. / Jul. 8–Jul. 15, 2015 / 6:00–6:45 p.m.Mon. & Wed. / Jul. 27–Sep. 26, 2015 / 6:00–6:45 p.m.Sat. / Jul. 11–Sep. 2, 2015 / 12:00–12:45 p.m.No Class July 4

Rosel Fann Youth Swim LessonsResident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Mon. & Wed. / Jun. 1–Jul. 8, 2015 / 4:00–4:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jun. 2–Jul. 9, 2015 / 4:00–4:45 p.m.Sat. / Jun. 20–Sep. 12, 2015 / 10:00–10:45 a.m.No Class July 4 Rosel Fann Adult Swim LessonsResident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Mon. & Wed. / Jun. 1–Jul. 8, 2015 / 5:30–6:15 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jun. 2–Jul. 9, 2015 / 5:30–6:15 p.m.Sat. /Jun. 20–Sep. 12, 2015 / 11:00–11:45 a.m.No Class July 4

Washington Aqua Tots Swim Lessons(Ages 6 months to 3, with Parents in Water)Resident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Sat. /Jun. 20–Sep. 12, 2015 / 9:00–9:30 a.m.No Class July 4 Washington Youth Swim LessonsResident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Mon. & Wed. / Jun. 1–Jul. 8, 2015 / 4:00–4:45 p.m.Mon. & Wed. / Jun. 1–Jul. 8, 2015 / 5:00–5:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jun. 2–Jul. 9, 2015 / 4:00–4:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jun. 2–Jul. 9, 2015 / 5:00–5:45 p.m.Mon. & Wed. / Jul. 20–Aug. 26, 2015 / 4:00–4:45 p.m.Mon. & Wed. / Jul. 20–Aug. 26, 2015 / 5:00–5:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jul. 21–Aug. 27, 2015 / 4:00–4:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. /Jul. 21–Aug. 27, 2015 / 5:00–5:45 p.m.Sat. / Jun. 20–Sep. 12, 2015 / 10:00–10:45 a.m.No Class July 4

Washington Adult Swim LessonsResident $65.00 / Non-resident $80.00Mon. & Wed. / Jun. 1–Jul. 8, 2015 / 7:00–7:45 p.m.Mon. & Wed. / Jul. 20–Aug. 26, 2015 / 7:00–7:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jun. 2–Jul. 9, 2015 / 7:00–7:45 p.m.Tue. & Thu. / Jul. 21–Aug. 27, 2015 / 7:00–7:45 p.m.Sat. / Jun. 20–Sep. 12, 2015 / 11:00–11:45 a.m.

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Group Enrichment Classes

Ceramic Saturdays

Release your inner artist in this relaxed and fun environment. Select one piece and receive tips or let your creativity flow. All supplies included.

All Ages Pittman Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 27 and Jul. 25, 2015 Registration Fees: $5 per person, per day

Photography

The focus of this class is on learning basic photography techniques. Students will be introduced to the basics of exposure, cropping, image correction, and photo editing.

Ages 7 – 17Bessie Branham Recreation Center 8 Classes: Wed. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 3–Jul. 22, 2015Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Ages 18+ Bessie Branham Recreation Center 8 Classes: Wed. 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 3 – Jul. 22, 2015Registration Fees: $30.00 per person

Chicago Stepping | YOLO Steppers

Chicago-style stepping is an urban dance that originated in Chicago. Join us as we learn this classy dance and promote health, wellness, and an active lifestyle. All levels welcome. No partner needed.

Ages 21+ Ben Hill Recreation CenterActivity Times: Mon. and Wed. 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 1st and 3rd Sat. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Registration Fees: 6 Class Pass $50 per personDrop In $10 per person

Game Room Activities

Game room activities provides space for families to come and enjoy various games such as billiards, connect four, ice hockey, and checkers in a relaxed and stress free environment.

Ages 12+ Pittman Park Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 6 – Aug. 29, 2015No Class July 4Registration Fees: Free

Chess Club

Improve concentration, attention span, memory, and planning skills. Develop logical reasoning, better calculating skills, and patience all while playing chess.

Ages 12+ Pittman Park Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 6 – Aug. 29, 2015No Class July 4Registration Fees: Free

Our Recreation Centers have partnered with multiple individuals and organizations to bring you quality programs and activities. For more information, contact the Recreation Center offering the program.


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Family Game Night These activities provide a fun way for families to socialize, relax, and to interact with one another while playing cards, board games, and more.

All AgesDunbar Recreation CenterActivity Times: Every first Mon. 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 1, Jul. 6, and Aug. 3, 2015 Registration Fees: Free

Computer Basics Join us for sessions on learning how to access the internet, online accounts or check e-mail along with sessions on basic typing and program usage. The goal of these free computer classes is to help adults who want to gain confidence with basic computer skills.

*Contact the center nearest you to inquire about Open Computer Lab hours.

Ages 18+Dunbar Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Activity Dates: Jun. 6 – Aug. 29, 2015Registration Fees: Free

Choose to Lose Weight Challenge

This friendly competition program is a fun way to shape up and ship out extra weight and learn new meal ideas. Come start your summer off fresh and healthy.

Ages 18+Rosel Fann Recreation CenterActivity Times: Sat. 11:00 a.m. Activity Dates: Jun. 13, 27, Jul. 11, 25, Aug. 8, 15, 2015Registration Fees: Free

Shotokan Martial Arts

Students are taught basic to advanced techniques of this art form. The participants should learn discipline, and will engage in group hand eye coordination through punches, kicks, and stamina.

Ages 4+Ben Hill Recreation CenterActivity Times: Mon. and Wed. 6:30 p.m–8:00 p.m.Sat. 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Activity Dates: Jun. 1 – Aug. 31, 2015Registration Fees: Free

SeniorsThe Office of Recreation provides senior programs through-out the City of Atlanta. These programs encompass physical fitness, social networking, arts & crafts, educational seminars, jewelry crafting and more. The Office of Recreation also coordinates several local and regional trips for seniors throughout the city. Destinations include Stone Mountain Park, Gregg Farms, local trips to the theatre, festivals and outdoor parks. Programs and activities are offered at several of our Recreation Centers. Contact the center nearest you for more information.

Participating Centers: Adamsville, Bessie Branham, Butler Park, CA Scott, Coan Park, Dunbar, Grove Park, Pittman, Rosel Fann, Zaban


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Chastain Arts CenterSUMMER WORKSHOPS

Head & Hands Workshop Ben Smith 3 DaysTue-Thu 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 6/9-6/11 Fee: $60 Class ID: 1.024.101.11

This class will approach drawing the head and hands with geometric analysis and methodology for tonal and linear rendering. Please bring a drawing board, an 18”x24” newsprint pad, #2B pencil, soft vine charcoal, and pink Pearl eraser to the first class. Additional materials will be dis-cussed at the first class.

Beginning Drawing Workshop Ben Smith 3 WeeksThu. 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. 6/4-6/18 Fee: $60 Class ID: 1.024.101.12Learn how to use line, tone, and texture to draw convincing, three-dimensional forms. No previous experience is necessary. Please bring a drawing board, an 18”x24” newsprint pad, #2B pencil, soft vine charcoal, and pink Pearl eraser to the first class. Additional materials will be discussed at the first class.

Paper Making: Instant Gratification Adrienne Anderson 2 days Tue. & Wed. 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 6/2-6/3 Fee: $80 Class ID: 1.044.101.41

This course is an introduction to the tools and materials of paper making through demonstrations of basic skills. No experience necessary. Make paper using different types of molding and pulp. This course also addresses decorating paper by employing an assortment of dyes, paints, and other coloring.

Pottery On The Wheel Rick Berman 5 daysMon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 6/1-6/5 Fee: $275 Class ID: 1.014.101.20Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 6/8-6/12 Fee: $275 Class ID: 1.014.101.21 5 days

Students will examine an array of wheel-thrown pottery techniques. The focus is on basic throwing skills as well as glazing, decorating, and firing. Bring pottery tools and a towel or apron to use in class.$500 for Both Weeks

New! Functional Handbuilding Workshop Marise Fransolino 5 DaysMon.–Fri. 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 6/8 – 6/12 Fee: $130 Class ID: 1.014.101.25Mon.–Fri.10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.6/15 – 6/19 Fee: $130 Class ID: 1.014.101.85 5 Days

Create a variety of handbuilt functional pots (attachments including lids, feet, and spouts) using soft clay slabs, templates, molds, creative cutting and darting of forms, and building in parts. Explore surface embellishment using stamps and sprigs to texture and adorn your work. Open to all skill levels.

ADULT VISUAL ARTS CLASSESDRAWINGSupply lists are available online at www.ocaatlanta.com/chastain or in the main office.

Basic Drawing for BeginnersBen Smith Thu. 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.024.201.01 Thu. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.024.201.02 Use line, tone, and texture to draw convincing, three-dimensional forms. No experience necessary. Please bring a drawing board, an 18”x24” newsprint pad, #2B pencil, soft vine charcoal, and pink Pearl eraser to the first class. Additional materials will be discussed the first day of class. www.bensmithart.com Figure Drawing Ben Smith Tue. 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.024.201.03 Tue. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.024.201.04 Fri. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 6/26-8/28 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.024.201.05 No Class July 3 Draw from a nude model to develop skills in anatomy. All levels welcome. Bring an 18"x24" rough newsprint pad, #2B pencil, Pink Pearl eraser, conte crayon, soft vine charcoal, and a kneaded eraser. A model fee of approximately $50 will be collected from each student at the first class. www.bensmithart.com.

Upcoming Events

Join the Chastain Times Do you want to keep up with new events, classes, and specials in our gift shop? Join our monthly email news-letter! It’s fast and easy. You will be among the first to know what’s happen-ing at the Chastain Arts Center. Email [email protected] to request your copy of the Chastain Times.

Throw a Party!

Children’s Birthday Parties Chastain Arts Center offers private birthday parties for children! An art party is a creative way to cele-brate a special occasion for Picassos of all ages. Select a party type: painting, drawing, pottery, or jewelry-making. Chastain Arts Center is the perfect place to have your special event. Just bring cake, snacks, decorations, and yourself! We will provide the rest.

Classes meet for 10 weeks, unless otherwise noted. Chastain Arts Center will be closed on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2015 for the Independence Day Holiday.

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Figure Drawing Dolores Kennedy Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 6/27-8/29 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.024.201.06

Basic instruction in proportion, anatomy, and "sighting" for beginners, in addition to ongoing critiques and assignments for more advanced students. Students work from nude models. All levels welcome. A model fee of approximately $50 will be collected from each student at first class meeting.

Experimental and Traditional Approaches and Techniques In Drawing Adrienne Anderson Tue. 6:300 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $150 Class ID: 1.024.201.07 This class embodies human dreams, visions and imagination using traditional, experimental, and nontraditional ap-proaches such as color, design, abstract-ing images, shapes, patterns, media and scale and realism. The student may address personal symbols and universal themes by responding to current events, changes in society and the drama of life itself.

PAINTINGSupply lists are available online at www.ocaatlanta.com/classes/chastain-art-sup-ply-lists, or in the main office.

Painting in Any MediumTerry E. Powers Wed. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.01 Thu. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.02 Thu 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.03

For beginning and medial level students; I spend my time giving individual instruction at each student’s station. Get instruction and attention. Progress and develop while enjoying the medium of your choice. Work in one medium or branch out and try more than one. www.terrypowers.blogspot.com

Beginning to Intermediate Pastel/Oil Painting Debra Nadelhoffer Wed. 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $144 Class ID: 1.054.201.04(No Class June 22 and August 19, 2015)

Explore pastel and oil painting from life and photographs. Instructor will emphasize painting from composition to finish.

Underpainting techniques will be discussed, as well as materials and surfaces. Bring photos to class. Drawing experience required; must have instructor permission to take this class. Call the main office for details.

Intermediate Pastel/Oil Painting Debra Nadelhoffer Wed. 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $144 Class ID: 1.054.201.05 (No Class June 22 and August 19, 2015) Work from still life, photographs, and en plein air. Designed for students experience in either pastel or oils. All stages in the creation of a painting will be explored. Bring photos to class to work from. Students must have instructor permission to take this class. Call the main office for details.

Abstract Acrylic Paint for all Levels Adrienne Anderson Wed. 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $150 Class ID: 1.054.201.06

Explore the ideas that have driven painters to paint for ages. Learn through instructed experimentation. This course covers the fundamentals of abstraction using a variety of media. Develop your own personal style. Includes one-on-one discussions and group critiques. Supply list online will be discussed first class. Watercolor! Bold And Free-Discovering New Directions Adrienne Anderson Wed. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $150 Class ID: 1.054.201.07

This course removes the stigma that Watercolor is a difficult medium. Your personal visions will be fuel for your artistic imagination. Explore the techniques associated with watercolor, such as dry and wet paper techniques, resist processes and experimental techniques. A variety of papers will also be introduced. Painted Vacations in Watercolor Kathy Rennell Forbes Tue. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.08 Create beautiful paintings from your favorite travel photos and sketches. Students will learn different watercolor techniques along with the elements of design. Instructor will complete weekly class demonstrations and then assist each student individually. www.artbykrf.com.

Abstract Painting Kathy Rennell ForbesTue. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.09 Discover the joys of abstract painting. Paint in any medium (except pastels). Each exercise will take 1-3 weeks. Bring a sketch pad, supplies you currently use, and supports (paper, canvas, panels). Must be proficient in the medium you use. Learn how to create abstractly. www.artbykrf.com.

Composing Better Paintings Kathy Rennell Forbes Tue 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 6/23 – 8/25 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.10

Through individual and group instruction, learn to compose better paintings from your photos and sketches while learning a little art history. Paint in media of your choice, you must have prior painting experience in that media. Bring paint supplies you normally use, sketch book, pencils, and your images. www.artbykrf.com.

Creative Problem Solving in Watercolor Marie Matthews Thu. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.11

Students will improve skills in composi-tion, planning, value, and paint handling. Class will include live demonstrations and individual instruction from a critically acclaimed watercolorist on how to take their watercolor skills to the next level. Students may work from a still life or bring their own reference materials. www.mmatthews.com. Painting the Head and Figure in Any Medium Marie Matthews Thu. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.12

Explore painting the head and figure using the medium of your choice. Use nude and clothed models. We begin with black and white studies. Color will be introduced as the quarter progresses. Drawing experience is a prerequisite. A model fee of approximately $60 will be collected from each student at the first class. www.mmatthews.com.


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Season Dates: January 5 – March 14, 2015

Painting Structure & Composition Dolores KennedyTue. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $180 Class ID: 1.054.201.13

Organize your subject matter for the greatest impact. Explanations and demonstrations using visual means and design principles help achieve unity in your work. Any medium is allowed, but acrylics are preferred. Painting experience is needed. Bring your usual paints to the first class. We work from still-life, your sketches, and snapshots.

STUDIO GROUP RENTAL Want to get together with other artists or your friends for a regular time to paint? We offer studio space to groups of artists for a nominal rental fee. Anyone in the office will be pleased to provide you information on how to either create a group or join an existing group. PRINTMAKINGSupply lists are available online at www.ocaatlanta.com, or in the office. A $10 materials fee is included in the class fee for studio supplies provided by the Center. Open Studio is not included with class enrollment but is available for an additional fee of $40 for the session.

Monotype and Alternative Lithography Techniques Kathy Garrou Wed. 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $205 Class ID: 1.074.201.01 Explore monotypes: the one-of-a-kind print. Create original art by painting and drawing on plexiglass plates then transferring the im-age to paper using the etching press. Com-bine these techniques with processes such as printing hand drawn and photocopied images. Beginners welcome. $15 materials fee payable to instructor at the first class.

Open Studio Printmaking6/22-8/29 Fee: $170 Class ID: 1.074.201.02

Open studio is for previous Chastain Arts Center students who will work inde-pendently. Registration must be approved by the printmaking instructor. Students may work when space is available and no class is meeting. Open Studio ends 30 minutes prior to Center’s closing.

POTTERYStudents may select from either wheel or handbuilding classes for all skill levels.

Chastain offers the following firing options: high fire in a gas fired reduction kiln, Cone 6 and low fire oxidation, raku and experimental techniques such as Saggar and Salt firing. PLEASE NOTE: • Pottery and hand building students will

be issued one bag of clay the first day of class. If clay is not claimed during the current semester, it cannot be claimed during a later semester.

• Students are responsible for purchasing tools for ceramics.

• Only clay purchased through the center and glazes provided by the center will be fired.

• A $15 materials fee is included in the class fee for consumable supplies provided by the center.

POTTERY ON THE WHEELStudents will examine an array of wheel-thrown pottery techniques. The focus is on basic throwing skills as well as glazing, decorating, and firing. Bring pottery tools and a towel or apron to use in class.

Beginning to Intermediate Marise Fransolino Tue. 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.01 Wed. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.02 Jennie Ashcraft Berman Wed. 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.03 Joanna Stecker Thu. 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 6/25 – 8/27 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.04

Randall Moody Thu. 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.05 Intermediate to Advanced Tammy Josephson Mon. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 6/22-8/24 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.06 Marise Fransolino Tue. 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.07 Randall Moody Tue. 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.08 Rick Berman Wed. 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.09

Rick Berman Thu. 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 3/26-5/28 Fee: $215 Class ID: 1.014.201.10

Open Studio Clay6/22-829 Fee: $170 Class ID: 1.014.201.11

Open studio is for previous Chastain Arts Center students who will work independently. Registration must be approved by the Ceramics Director. Students may work when space is available and no class is meeting. Fee for open studio does NOT include any clay. Open studio ends 30 minutes prior to Center’s closing.

HANDBUILDING / SCULPTUREHandbuilding/Sculpture classes focus on the sculptural aspects of clay construction without the use of a potter’s wheel. Students will learn a variety of techniques including coil, pinch, and slab building as well as glazing and alternative forms of surface decoration.

HandbuildingNancy Johnson Mon. 1:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. 6/22-8/24 Fee: $230 Class ID: 1.014.201.12 Wed. 6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $255 Class ID: 1.014.201.13

This class will cover the A,B,C’s of hand-building and implement those various techniques. Depending on the class size – students rule. No literally, the students will choose their option of creating a functional vessel, i.e. pot, box, goblet, or sculptural creature.

Handbuilding Randall Moody Tue. 1:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $255 Class ID: 1.014.201.14 This class will address methods of construction for functional and nonfunc-tional work as well as texture and use of color and glazes for all firing temperatures offered at Chastain. There will be demos but students will be free to pursue their own ideas. Handbuilding Joanna Stecker Tue. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $255 Class ID: 1.014.201.15Wed. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $255 Class ID: 1.014.201.16

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forms without a potter’s wheel. Students learn techniques including coil, pinch, and slab building as well as glazing and many other forms of surface decoration. This class is appropriate for all levels. The teacher modifies projects for each individual as necessary.

HandbuildingSusie Winton Thu. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $230 Class ID: 1.014.201.17 (9 Weeks, No Class Jul. 30) Thu. 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $230 Class ID: 1.014.201.18 (9 Weeks, No Class Jul. 30) These classes will address basic methods of construction for both functional and non-functional work as well as possibilities for color, texture, and imagery. Students may choose to work with suggested proj-ects or may prefer to develop their ideas individually.

GLAZING

Glazing TechniquesRandall Moody Wed.1:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $255 Class ID: 1.014.201.19 This class will cover different glaze application techniques including paper resist, wax resist, slip inlay and carving, and majolica as well as underglaze applications. Students will provide their own ware to glaze.

JEWELRY/METALS

A lab fee of $5 is included in the class fee for consumable supplies provided by the Center. ALL LEVELS

Beginning/Intermediate Jewelry & MetalsmithingAlan Bremer Tue.11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. 6/23-8/27 Fee: $210 Class ID: 1.034.201.01 Thu. 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. 6/25-8/28 Fee: $200 Class ID: 1.034.201.02 Learn the basics of jewelry making. Continuing students work on personal projects. Tools are available, but we encourage students to acquire their own. Bring a drawing notebook and mechanical pencil. Silver is available for purchase from the instructor. A materials fee of approximately $10 will be collected at the first class.

Discovering Jewelry and Metals Debra Lynn Gold Wed. 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $200 Class ID: 1.034.201.04

This is a “no fear” class for first time and continuing students. Learn the basics of metalworking through guided exercises resulting in finished pieces of jewelry. We will learn forging, fabrication, soldering, piercing, inlay, roll printing, polishing, and more. Debra brings over 40 years of teaching experience to this course. www.debralynngold.com Intermediate to Advanced Jewelry & Metalsmithing Debra Lynn Gold Wed. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $200 ClassID: 1.034.201.05 Beginning students learn the basic properties of working with metal through a series of exercises resulting in finished pieces of jewelry. We'll explore forging, fabrication, soldering, piercing, inlay, and roll printing. No previous experience necessary. Continuing, intermediate, and advanced students design and complete individualized projects with instructor supervision. www.debralynngold.com Enameling Louella Simpson Wed. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $200 Class ID: 1.034.201.03 This small, personalized class includes basic instruction in enameling. New and old techniques using watercolor, bull’s-eye glass, copper, silver, and other items to create paintings on metal and one-of-a-kind jewelry designs are explored. A materials fee of approximately $20 will be collected from each student at the first class meeting. Intermediate to Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing Exploratory Alan Bremer Thu 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 6/25-8/27 Fee: $210 Class ID: 1.034.201.06

This class explores intermediate to advanced metals techniques. Work on your own projects as we refine the chosen area of study. Bring a lunch and get a lot of work done. Some experience is necessary. A materials fee of approximately $10 will be collected from each student the first class meeting.

FRAMEMAKING Every home needs frames. Save a small fortune and learn a new skill in a framemaking class. A $10 materials fee is included in the class fee for studio supplies provided by the Center. Open studio is not included with enrollment, but is available for an additional fee of $40 for the season. Beginning Picture FramingAlan Vaughn Tue. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 6/23-8/25 Fee: $205 Class ID: 1.064.201.01 Wed. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $205 Class ID: 1.064.201.02 Wed. 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. 6/24-8/26 Fee: $205 Class ID: 1.064.201.03 Start with whatever you want to frame: photos, prints, objects, or canvases. Whatever it is, we can frame it. How to design, what and where to get supplies, frame construction, matting, shadow boxes, museum framing and more will be our topics. Redecorate. Have some fun. Save some money.

Open Studio Framemaking3/23-5/30 Fee: $170 Class ID: 1.064.201.04 Students may work when space is available and no class is meeting. This applies to previous Chastain framemaking students who will work independently. Students must have instructor approval to register.

SEASON DATES: JUNE 22 – AUGUST 29, 2015



Atlanta’s first arts center—Atlanta’s finestSEASON DATES: JUNE 22 – AUGUST 29, 2015

City of Atlanta

Kasim Reed, Mayor

Atlanta City Council

Hon. Ceasar C. Mitchell, President

Hon. Carla Smith, District 1

Hon. Kwanza Hall District 2

Hon. Ivory Lee Young, Jr. District 3

Hon. Cleta Winslow, District 4

Hon. Natalyn Mosby Archibong, District 5

Hon. Alex Wan, District 6

Hon. Howard Shook, District 7

Hon. Yolanda Adrean, District 8

Hon. Felicia A. Moore, District 9

Hon. C. T. Martin, District 10

Hon. Keisha Lance Bottoms, District 11

Hon. Joyce Sheperd, District 12

Hon. Michael Julian Bond, Post 1 At-Large

Hon. Mary Norwood, Post 2 At-Large

Hon. Andre Dickens, Post 3 At-Large

Amy Phuong, Commissioner Department of Parks and Recreation

make outlines!!!

Smell the fresh air! Camp Best Friends is heading outdoors to experience nature in

its purest form. This year’s camp will thematically focus on introducing campers

to the wonders, ideas and fun that can bediscovered while in “The Great Outdoors.”

The Department of Parks and Recreation understands the importance of blending

education with play to provide an enriching environment and works to maintain that

connection throughout the summer break.

CAMP BEST FRIENDSTHE CITY OF ATLANTA

DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION

PRESENTS:

June 1, 2015–July 24, 2015 | Mon.–Fri. | 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

|Ages 5–18 25 Locations

Registration begins March 2, 2015.

We accept CAPS! Payment plans available.

To register, please visit atlantaga.gov/iParcs.

atl parks & rec 2015 summer catalogue

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