The Athens-Clarke County
Leisure Services Department's E-Newsletter
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Dog Park Opens at Memorial ParkThe Memorial Park Dog Park is now open after undergoing a complete renovation. The recent work was necessary as a century old sewer line that ran underneath the Dog Park required replacement. New amenities include shade structures, benches, water fountains for dogs and patrons, and fencing with entryways/exits at opposite ends of the dog park. New concrete pathways have improved accessibility for those with mobility issues. Grass sod was installed in the Dog Park and will require additional maintenance through the summer months; therefore, the Dog Park will open at noon rather than 8:00 am on Mondays, Thursday, and Fridays. For more information, please call 706-613-3580.
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"Pathways: Works by Kristy Bishop" on DisplayThe Lyndon House Arts Center is pleased to announce the Summer Series featuring Pathways: Works by Kristy Bishop on view through August 31, 2024.
Pathways, a solo exhibition in our Atrium cases, features Kristy Bishop’s body of work, "Metaweaves.” Employing centuries-old techniques to create dynamic, vivid, and utterly contemporary designs, Bishop pays homage to the rich history of inkle, rigid heddle, and tablet weaving. Her amorphous, wall-bound works are weavings of weavings.
Bishop resides in South Carolina, where she is a teaching artist in public schools and offers private workshops. She has been an artist-in-residence at the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston, SC and has shown her art extensively throughout the region. All exhibitions at Lyndon House Arts Center are free of charge and open to the public. Exhibitions are available to view during regular gallery hours, Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The Lyndon House Arts Center is closed on Saturdays when there is a UGA home football game. For more information, please call 706-613-3623
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"Critter Tales" at Sandy Creek Nature CenterListen to a story about nature, and then bring it to life by visiting an animal or going outdoors for an activity. Each month is a different tale.
The July "Critter Tales" is a family program at Sandy Creek Nature Center. This free program is scheduled for Saturday, July 13 at 2:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.For more information, please call 706-613-3615.
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"Aqua Aerobics" at Memorial ParkWorkout at the pool this summer! Aqua Aerobics is a series of 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 takes place Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30 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 for more information.
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We Want to Hear from You!The Leisure Services Department has begun the process of developing a new comprehensive master plan! A huge part of the process is knowing what the community values and discovering where we need to focus our efforts in the future.
You can help us by sharing your thoughts at www.accgov.com/activateathens or you can do so in person at one of the many scheduled sessions.
Our partners from BerryDunn will be out in community at your favorite parks, festivals, and events all summer! There's an ever growing list on the Activate Athens website, as well. For more information, please call 706-613-3800.
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Fall Program Online Registration Begins August 3The selection features a diverse group of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports, and holiday events for adults and children.
Online activity registration for Athens-Clarke County residents will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 3. Non-residents may register online starting Monday, August 5 at noon. All registration takes place online at www.accgov.com/myrec
Registration will continue until activities are at full enrollment or they begin.
Before registering, individuals who have not already done so must establish a free online account at www.accgov.com/myrec. Payment may be rendered using a debit card, American Express, Discover Card, MasterCard, Visa, or a MasterCard or Visa gift card.
Individuals with expired scholarships and new scholarship applicants must visit a Leisure Services Department facility office at least five business days prior to registering for a program. Scholarships must be applied for in person. Information regarding the scholarship activity, including required documentation, is available at www.accgov.com/scholarship.
Individuals who do not have access to a computer or smart phone may register online using a public computer at Heard Park Community Center at 400 McKinley Dr., Lay Park at 297 Hoyt St., or Rocksprings Park at 291 Henderson Ext. during regular hours of operation.
For more information, call 706-613-3800.
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ACCGov Leisure Services Online RegistrationThe 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 .
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ACCGov Leisure Services ScholarshipsThe Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers scholarship to qualifying Athens-Clarke County children.
Scholarships allow participants to pay less than the program fee.
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Georgia Recreation and Park AssociationAgency of the Year
Populations: 80,000 - 150,000 2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2019, 2021, 2023 |
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The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department 205 Old Commerce Road, Athens, GA 30607 706-613-3800 |
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