Planning for a New Playground

The Leisure Services Department will host public input sessions regarding the new playground at Sandy Creek Park on Thursday, June 24 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 26 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Both sessions will take place at Sandy Creek Park located at 400 Bob Holman Road

A virtual meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 28 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. The WebEx meeting link will be posted on www.accgov.com/leisureserviceslistens Additionally, an online survey will be available soon at www.accgov.com/leisureserviceslistens.

The Department is seeking public input on the design for the SPLOST-funded playground planned for Sandy Creek Park. Citizens are encouraged to attend and provide input on the vision for this project. Children are encouraged to attend and will be participating in a concurrent visioning process.

For more information, call 706-613-3801or visit www.accgov.com/leisureserviceslisten

Time to Go Outside!

The Leisure Services Department will present a variety of nature education programs for families this summer at Sandy Creek Nature Center.

“Naturalist’s Walks” are planned for Saturdays, July 3 and August 7 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Join naturalists and discover the wonders of summer. Registration is required.

A “Creek Walk” is planned for Saturday, July 31 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Participants will hike in Sandy Creek. Everyone is reminded to please wear closed toed shoes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Online registration is required at www.accgov.com/myrec

Both programs are free of charge.

For additional information, please call 706-613-3615.

Fireworks!

Athens-Clarke County Unified Government welcomes the community to celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display at the Star Spangled Classic on Saturday, July 3! Fireworks will be launched at approximately 9:30 p.m. from Athens Ben Epps Airport. The display will be viewable from many locations around the Lexington Road, Cherokee Road, & Gaines School Road intersection as well as two locations provided by Athens-Clarke County.

Limited, first-come, field parking will be available near the airport and at Satterfield Park. These locations will open at 7:00 p.m. and all ACCGov park rules will be enforced including no alcohol, fireworks, grills, or smoking. The community is encouraged to leave pets at home. In these parking areas, vehicles will not be allowed to move during the show for the safety of fellow spectators. All spectators are reminded to respect private property when choosing a viewing location and not to park on the side of roads to view the fireworks. Traffic updates will be available on Bulldog 93.3. Traffic patterns in the area will shift at the conclusion of the show.

Everyone is reminded to follow CDC guidelines to enjoy this community celebration from a socially distant area between groups. Spectators are encouraged to stay arm’s length from their vehicles.

The special event is sponsored by The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government and Bulldog 93.3.

For more information, please call 706-613-3800 or visit www.accgov.com/fireworks .

Get in Shape at the Pool!

Water Aerobics is back at the Memorial Park pool this summer! Classes take place Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. and
Saturday mornings from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. The program is underway and continues through July 31.

Each class is $5 per person. A five class punch card can be purchased for $20. No registration is required. Cash or check only.

For more information, please call 706-613-3580.

Something for Teens!

The Leisure Services Department continues the Grand Slam summer program for teens.

Grand Slam is a special summertime program for individuals aged 11-17 who reside in Athens-Clarke County. This program takes place Friday evenings in June and July from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Lay Park located at 297 Hoyt Street.

Evenings include games, giveaways, guest speakers, life enrichment activities, music, refreshments, sports, and more.

Free transportation will be provided to and from Grand Slam from East Athens Community Center at 400 McKinley Drive and Rocksprings Park at 291 Henderson Extension.

The program is free of charge, however online registration is required at www.accgov.com/grandslam

For more information, please call 706-613-3589 or visit www.accgov.com/grandslam.

Fun in the Sun!

Beat the heat this summer! Visit a Leisure Services Department pool or splash pad!

The Department operates five public pools including Bishop Park, 705 Sunset Drive; East Athens Community Center, 400 McKinley Drive; Lay Park, 297 Hoyt Street; Memorial Park, 293 Gran Ellen Drive; and Rocksprings Park, 291 Henderson Extension.

During the aquatics season, pools are open Tuesday-Friday and Sundays, 1:00 – 5:30 p.m. Pool hours are noon – 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays. The Bishop Park pool is open to the public on weekends, only. All pools are closed on Mondays for maintenance.

The Walker Park Splash Pad, located at 200 Trail Creek St, is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. The Rocksprings Park Splash Pad, located at 291 Henderson Ext, is open Tuesday-Friday and Sundays, 1:00 – 5:30 p.m. and noon – 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Splash pads are closed on Mondays for maintenance.

Pool and splash pad admission is $1 per person, cash only. Pool passes are available for purchase and may be used at both splash pads and at all of the Department’s five public pools. Individual pool passes are $20 and Family of Four pool passes are $40. Passes may be purchased onsite with cash and check, only.

Because of COVID-19, a series of requirements are in place to ensure a safe experience for all visitors. Access will be limited at each pool and splash pad.

For complete safety information and requirements, please call 706-613-3589 or visit www.accgov.com/pools ..

ACCGov Leisure Services has transitioned to a new online registration system.

If you haven't created your new online account,
do so today at www.accgov.com/leisure!