The Athens-Clarke County
Leisure Services Department

E-Newsletter

Spring Program Online Registration Continues

Online program registration is underway for spring programs. All registration takes place at www.accgov.com/myrec

A diverse selection highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports, and holiday events are planned for adults and children.

Individuals must establish a free online account at www.accgov.com/myrec Payment may be rendered using an American Express, debit card, Discover Card, MasterCard, Visa, or a MasterCard or Visa gift card.

Information regarding department scholarship opportunities, including required documentation, is available at www.accgov.com/scholarship.

For more information, please call 706- 613-3800.

Sounds Great!

UGA Baptist Collegiate Ministries presents Disney’s High School Musical on Stage! at the historic Morton Theatre!

The musical centers on the blossoming relationship between Troy, a high school jock, and Gabriella, the new smart girl at school. Full of catchy songs and exciting dance routines, the show explores issues of friendship, first love, and acceptance.

Performances are scheduled for Thursday, February 8 at 7:00 p.m., Friday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, February 10 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Tickets are now on sale.

For more information, please call 706-613-3771.

"Fantastic Friday"

at Bishop Park

Fridays are for fun at Bishop Park!

"Fantastic Friday" is open to ages 10 months to 4 years along with a parent and/or caregiver.

Come in and enjoy the facility in a relaxed, clean and non-committed environment every Friday. An instructor supervises the fun while a parent and/or caregiver lead their little ones through amazing obstacle courses. A parent or caregiver must remain with the child at all times. Advance online registration required. No same day walk-in registrations are accepted.

The program takes place from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. and has a fee of $7.50 ACC residents and $11.25 Non-resident.

For more information, please call 706-613-3589.

Get Your Tickets!

The East Athens Educational Dance Center (EAEDC) presents its annual production of “Dancing through Light” at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 24 and 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 25. This annual performance is a family tradition and a favorite performance in the Athens community. This production will pay a special tribute to the legacy of Lois Thomas Ewings, the late founding EAEDC Facility Supervisor.

“Dancing through Light" is a showcase of dance highlighting the gifted students enrolled in East Athens Educational Dance Center’s Accelerated Programs. Featuring ballet, modern, tap, African and contemporary dance; dancers will perform choreography that will inspire and uplift. The performance will include students from age seven to young adults and professionals performing at a high level of expertise.

All performances take place at the Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington Street, Athens GA 30601. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 the day of the show (pending availability). Group tickets are available. Tickets are available online.

For more information, please call 706-613-3771.

Summer Jobs! Now Hiring!

The Leisure Services Department will hire more than 100 positions for the summer.

Applications are accepted for camp counselors, counselors in training, Grand Slam, lifeguards, and pool clerks. Pay begins at $15.60 per hour.

Interested applicants may apply online at www.accgov.com/jobs 

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

ARTWORK: Workshops for Artists and Creatives

ARTWORK is a workshop series presented in partnership with the Lyndon House Arts Center and Invest Athens (Athens-Clarke County Economic Development) designed for Athens-based artists and creative professionals. The second workshop in the series will cover the topics of Trademark and Copyright Law presented by Meredith Ragains, Esq. on Tuesday, February 20. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for networking and the program will begin at 6:00 p.m.

This is a free workshop, however registration is required.

For more information, please call 706-613-3623.

Summer Camp Registration Begins March 16

The Leisure Services Department summer camp registration will begin Saturday, March 16 at 9:00 a.m. for ACC residents. Non-residents may register starting Monday, March 18 at noon.

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

Camp listings will be posted February 14. Take a moment and review the diverse selection of mini camps and day camps planned for the summer.

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

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, 2023

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department

205 Old Commerce Road, Athens, GA 30607

www.accgov.com/leisure

706-613-3800