Movies by Moonlight - Jaws

The Department will host a free “Movies by Moonlight” outdoor movie on Saturday, June 4 at 9:15 p.m. at Sandy Creek Park. Moviegoers may arrive starting at 8:30 p.m.
The event features the 1970s classic “Jaws."

Registration is not required. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and will sit on the grass to watch the film on the large inflatable screen.

Upon arrival, patrons will be directed to the movie viewing area. The public should bring their own refreshments. Food and beverages will not be sold or provided at the park. Restrooms will be available.

All park rules will be enforced, including dogs always on leash, no alcohol, smoking, or grills.
Sandy Creek Park is located at 400 Bob Holman Road.

For more information, call 706-613-3800.

Workout at the Pool!

Do your joints squeak or groan when you exercise? Are there twinges of pain as you work out? Would you like greater freedom of movement and mobility without the impact of traditional aerobics? Then Aqua Aerobics is for you!

Aqua Aerobics are low impact exercise sessions at the Memorial Park swimming pool this summer. Participants will experience a variety of stretching, limbering, and weight routines set to music.

This summer workout program begins Tuesday, May 31 and takes place Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. The fee is $5 per person per session or a five-class punch card is available for $20. Payment is accepted prior to class. Cash and checks, only.

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

19 Days of Juneteenth

This year will mark the first Athens-Clarke County official celebration of Juneteenth!

According to the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation: "On June 19th, 1865, in Galveston, Texas, General Granger issued General No. 3 advising all, that slaves had been freed by the Emancipation Proclamation and it was posted on the door of Reedy Chapel. Thus, began what is now known as Juneteenth. It is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States."

The Athens community is invited to acknowledge, commemorate, and honor Juneteenth by joining in a community-led, community-wide 19 Days of Juneteenth celebration.

Activities include cooking demonstrations, concerts, films, lectures, special podcasts, and even an outdoor movie, and much more. Events will take place across the community at a variety of locations including churches, Lay Park, Lyndon House Arts Center, Morton Theatre, and West Broad Farmers Market.

"Juneteenth is the New 4th" Outdoor Festival is planned for Saturday, June 18 at Holland Youth Sports Complex. This day will consist of food trucks, kickball tournament, field day games, kid's zone, live music, and a pop up market. Trust us, you don't to miss this community-wide family reunion style event.

A complete list of activities and more Juneteenth history is available at www.accgov.com/juneteenth

Show Us Your Good Grades!

The Report Card Rewards Program celebrates Athens-Clarke County students with good grades with pool passes!

In order to be eligible, students, Kindergarten through 12th grade, who reside in Athens-Clarke County must take a copy of their final report card of the year or equivalent to the park office where a swimming pool is located.

A report card with all A's or all E's guarantees a free summer pool pass. A report card with all A's and B's, or all E's and M's, is good for 10 free swims.

For more information, please call 706-613-3800

Summer Camp Fun!

The Leisure Services Department continues summer camp registration. The Department offers the most diverse selection of award winning summer camps in Northeast Georgia including day camps and mini camps highlighting art, dance, nature education, sports, and theatre.

Opportunities are available for children and teens.

Camp information can be found at www.accgov.com/camp, including a printable catalog and guardian handbook. Camp listings are also available at www.accgov.com/myrec.

Online registration continues at www.accgov.com/myrec

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

Fireworks! Save the Date!

Athens-Clarke County Unified Government welcomes the community to celebrate Independence Day at the Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Display on Saturday, July 2!

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 reminded to leave pets at home. In these parking areas, vehicles will not be allowed to move during the 20 minute 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 patterns in the area will shift at the conclusion of the show.

The event is sponsored by The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government.

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

Teens and Summer

Grand Slam summer program for teens returns in June!

“Grand Slam” is a special summertime program for middle and high school students 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.

The program is free of charge, however online registration is required.

For more information, please call 706-613-3602.

Summer Jobs! Apply Today!

The Department is hiring 120 summer positions. Applications are currently being accepted for summer positions with camps and aquatics.

Pay begins at $15 an hour. Mid-summer bonuses, dependent on position, range from $200 - $400.

Applicants may apply online at www.accgov.com/jobs.

For more information, please call 706-613-3090.

ACCGov Leisure Services Online Registration

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers a diverse selection of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports,
and holiday events for adults and children.

All registration takes place online at www.accgov.com/myrec .

ACCGov Leisure Services Scholarships

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers scholarship to qualifying Athens-Clarke County children.

Scholarships allow participants to pay less than the program fee.

For more information, including required documentation,
please visit www.accgov.com/scholarships

Georgia Recreation and Park Association

Agency of the Year

Populations: 80,000 - 150,000

2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2019, 2021

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department

205 Old Commerce Road, Athens, GA 30607

www.accgov.com/leisure

706-613-3800