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July 2008

Cobb Swimmers Excel
Cobb's aquatics program has reason to be proud. Two swimmers from their facilities have obtained international attention. Bryan Lundquist recently broke a world record in the 4x100 meter free relay at the World Swimming Championships in Manchester, England. He has now set his eyes on Beijing this summer for the Olympics. Kristine Polley, also of Cobb County, was recently featured in 'Swimming World', a monthly publication popular with serious swimmers. Kristine has obtained two Olympic trial cuts and is working on obtaining a third. She is being sought after by many colleges and universities.

Bryan and Kristine both are Cobb County swimmers, getting their start with the Cobb County Summer Swim League and practicing at Cobb aquatic facilities. Bryan also worked as a lifeguard for the Mountain View Aquatic Center. Bryan is a 2003 graduate of Lassiter High School and will be graduating from Auburn University this fall with a degree in Building Science. Kristine is currently attending Sprayberry High School with plans to swim in college.

The Cobb County aquatics program is nationally recognized as one of the best and received the 2007 National Recreation and Park Association's 'Excellence in Aquatics Award'. Cobb has four indoor aquatic facilities located in Marietta, Northeast Cobb, West Cobb, and South Cobb, and two outdoor facilities in East Cobb and Powder Springs. You can learn more about Cobb's aquatic program here.

Gymnastics Center Participation More Than Doubles In Size

It has been one full year since the Cobb Gymnastic Center re-opened after a complete renovation that doubled the size of the facility. With the increased space, more classes and programs have been offered to meet the needs of the community.  Prior to the renovation typical participation for the gymnastics lessons served about 450 students each quarter. This summer quarter the Gymnastics Center has registered over 1,100 participants, an increase of 244%!

 

The new gym is fully equipped with 2 floor exercise platforms and numerous gymnastics apparatus and 2 foam pits for practice landings. There are areas in the gym dedicated for pre-school classes; practice areas with low beams; a tumble track; men’s high bars, rings and pummel horse; and many special training equipment items.

 

The Gymnastics Center offers classes from parent-tot programs through USA Gymnastics team competition.  For the summer session, there are still some classes that have openings.  Registration is available on-line or in person.  Gymnastics on-line registration is available 24 hours a day - 7 days a week or you can register in person at the new center located a 540 Fairground Street in Marietta, Monday - Friday between 9:00am and 8:30pm or Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm. Call (770) 528-8475 for further information on the gymnastics program.

 

Nature Adventure Days

The Natural Resource Management staff will be at East Cobb Park on the last Wednesday of the summer months for children and parents to enjoy guided nature walks, nature related activities and crafts. The 'Nature Adventure Days' for July will be held 9:00am to noon on July 30th at the East Cobb Park upper pavilion. Staff members will lead guided nature walks every 30 minutes. The last guided walk will leave the pavilion at 11:00am. You can also venture on your own with family or friends and complete the “Raccoon Ramble” - details available at the park. Other activities will be available. Walks will last approximately one hour. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact Kaye Wilson at (770) 528-8824 or kaye.wilson@cobbcounty.org.


Showcase Your Talent at RARC

The Ron Anderson Recreation Center presents 'ShowTime at RARC'!!!  RARC is looking for all talents of all ages. The winners will receive a trophy and have a spotlight during our back to school bash. The majority of the proceeds from the talent show will be used to support Christmas in July.  The show will be held Saturday, July 12, 2008 from 6:00pm–10:00pm.  The fee to enter is $3.  Admission to the show is $5 (ages 13 and up) and $2.00 (ages 5-12).  You can also bring an unwrapped toy for free admission!!!  For more information please call the Ron Anderson Recreation Center at (770) 439-3611.  The deadline to enter the talent show is July 5, 2008.  If you are not participating, come out and enjoy the show!!!  It will be a fun and entertaining evening.

Summer Performance Camps for Kids

There is still time to register for summer performing arts camps at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre in Marietta. For more information or to register, call (770) 528-8490.

ETC Camp is an energy-filled fun and educational camp for rising 3rd through 9th grade students who enjoy performing and want to be on stage. Campers should have equal interest in singing, dancing and acting. No experience is required — just high energy and enthusiasm. At the end of each camp week, on Friday evening, the campers will perform their show for family and friends.
Camp dates: July 7-11; 14-18; 21-25 , 9:00am - 12:30pm.
Cost: $80

Prompt Camp is a training camp where rising fifth through ninth grade participants develop the skills and discipline necessary to perform in musical theater. Campers will focus on vocal and dance techniques, stage presence and good audition pieces for musical theater. No experience is required, just a serious interest in perfecting performance skills. This is a great follow-up for ETC campers.
Camp dates: July 7-11; 14-18; 21-25, 1:00 - 3:30pm.
Cost: $40

Fishing Rodeo at Lost Mountain Park

The Cobb County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department will be hosting a 'Fishing Rodeo' on August 2, 2008.  The Fishing Rodeo will be held from 9:00am - 11:00am at Lost Mountain Park, located at 4845 Dallas Highway in Powder Springs. It is open to children ages 3-16 years of age. Participants will be grouped by ages: ages 3-6, 7-9, 10-12, and 13-16.  Trophies will be given out to 1st—3rd place in each age group and for 'Overall Big Fish'.  Grab your fishing pole and join us on August 2 for a morning of fishing and fun!!!!  For more information, contact John Purcell at (770) 528-8825 or John.purcell@cobbcounty.org.


Upcoming Events

Natural Resources

August 2

Fishing Rodeo
Open to all from 3 - 16 years old.  Bring your own fishing equipment.  Prizes awarded for all age groups (3-6, 7-9, 10-12, and 13-16). 

Location:   Lost Mountain Park 4845 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs    30127
Time:        10:00am - 12:00pm
For info:    Call John Purcell at (770) 528-8825

The Art Place

Through July 18
Gallery Exhibit

Stephanie Joseph, Anna Stoker and Corinne Galla

Exhibition of their paintings

July 18
Theatre Performance

Curtain Call Youth Players:

Broadway USA Performance

7:00pm

July 19
Theatre Performance

One night Stand Concert Series

Montana Skies

8:00pm

Tickets $25

July 24 - August 22
Gallery Exhibit

Fiber Art Fusion “Transformation”

Opening Reception:

July 24th 7:00-9:00pm

Mable House Amphitheatre

July 3

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo

July 11

Blake Shelton

July 19

Michael Bolton & Cobb Symphony

July 24

Free - Moovies at the Mable

July 31

Free - Moovies at the Mable

Mable House

Arts Center

Through July 8
Gallery Exhibit

Joyful Friends
SCAA Event

July 10-  August 15
Gallery Exhibit

Membership Show
SCAA Event

Civic Center

Hudgins Hall

July 5

YUGIOH Regional Qualifier Tournament

For information, call (352) 404-9500

July 11-13 

Frank Cox Jewelry and Bead Show

For information, call (941) 954-0202

July 26-27

Depression Glass Show

(770) 579-9225

Jim Miller Park

July 4

Cobb County Republican Picnic

11:00am - 4:00pm

For information, call (770) 421-1833

July 14

Sheriff's Annual Corn Boilin'

Hosted by Sheriff Neil Warren

5:30pm - 8:30pm

For information, call (770) 499-4611

July 31 - August 2

All 4 Kids Consignment Sale

Thursday   9:00am - 7:00pm

Friday       9:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday    9:00am - 1:00pm

For information, call (770) 973-7758

Al Bishop

Softball Complex

July 5-6

4th Of July Jubilee
ASA Open Fast-Pitch Round-Robin
Men’s Open

July 11-13

ASA State Tournaments
Youth Fast-Pitch
Class 18-B, Class 16-B, Class 14-A, Class 12-A,
Class 10-A

July 19-20

Summer Heat Tournament
USSSA Men’s Open Slow-Pitch Qualifiers
Classes D-D+, Classes E-E+

July 26-27

Summer Fest Tournament

USSSA Men’s Open Slow-Pitch Qualifiers
Classes C-C+, Classes D-D+, Classes E-E+

Tennis

July 7-8

Kennworth Junior Satellite
Kennworth Tennis Center
Boys/Girls - singles
Entry Deadline:  July 1

July 7-11

Georgia Games Junior Championships
Fair Oaks Tennis Center
Boys/Girls - singles and doubles
Entry Deadline:  July 2

July 11-14

Georgia Games Adult Championships

Kennworth Tennis Center

Adult/Senior/NTRP - singles and doubles
Entry deadline:  July 7

July 19-22 Georgia State Hardcourt Championships
Harrison Tennis Center
Adult - singles, doubles and mixed
Entry deadline:  July 15
July 21-24 Cobb Junior Satellite
Fair Oaks Tennis Center
Boys/Girls - singles
Entry Deadline:  July 16
July 26-Aug 2

Georgia State Senior Open Chps.

Lost Mountain Tennis Center

Adult Senior - singles, doubles, father/son and mother daughter doubles

Entry deadline:  July 19

July 28-30

Lake Allatoona Junior Satellite

Kennworth Tennis Center
Boys/Girls - singles

Entry deadline:  July 24

July 28-31

Terrell Mill Junior Open Championships

Terrell Mill Tennis Center
Boys/Girls - singles
Entry deadline:  July 23



Program Registrations

xl-blue.gif - 1.0 KGet PINned - Conveniently register for parks programs from your home or office with EZ-Reg.  A Personal Identification Number (PIN) and Internet Log-in number are required to register using EZ-Reg . To get PINned, visit any Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs facility during normal operating hours and complete a Family Account Registration Form. You must show proof of residency.  Tip : Do not wait until the day of registration to get your log-in numbers - you may get shut out of your course.  Be sure to get PINned in advance to take advantage of EZ-Reg online registration.

Adult Softball

July 14-17

Fall Season Adult Softball

Registration location:

Parks Administrative office
1792 County Services Parkway
more info

Adult Kickball July 14-17

Fall Season Adult Kickball

Registration location:

Parks Administrative office
1792 County Services Parkway

more info

Arts Classes/Camps

In progress

Jennie T. Anderson Theatre
Performing Arts Camps
EZ-Reg Online available

E.T.C. Camps

For Rising 3rd - 9th Grades. (Theatre Performance Camps)
$80.00/wk
9:00am - 12:30pm
July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25
PROMPT Camps

For Rising 5th - 9th Grades. (Workshop Camps)
$40.00/wk
1:00pm - 3:30pm
July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25

In progress

The Art Station - Big Shanty
Art Camps

limited number of spaces still available for “Adventures in Art, Design & Culture” Summer Camp for ages 4 – 5, 6 – 10, and 11 - 13. Due to popular demand, we have also added a NEW Doodlebug art camp (age 4 -5) and a NEW Drama camp (ages 6 – 10), and we’ve MOVED our Dance camp to the end of July. Please call us at (770) 514-5930 for more information.

In progress

The Mable House Arts Center

Art Camps

Around the Art & Music in 30 Days - Backpacking Through Europe

July 7-11   9am-12:30pm

Ages 4-9
Clay, Theatre and African Drumming

July 7-11   1:30pm-3pm & 3:30pm-5pm
Ages 4-9
A South American Tango

July 14-18   9:00am-12:30pm
Ages 4-9
Clay, Theatre and African Drumming

July 14-18

1:30pm-3:00pm & 3:30pm-5:00pm
Ages 4-9
A Middle Eastern Pilgrimage

July 21-25   9:00am-12:30pm
Ages 4-9
Clay, Theatre and African Drumming

July 21-25

1:30pm-3pm & 3:30pm-5pm

Ages 4-9

more info on MHAC camps

Aquatics Classes

in progress

Summer Classes

(limited availability)

all aquatic centers and pools
EZ-Reg Online

Gymnastics Classes

in progress

Cobb Gymnastics Center

Summer Classes - limited availability

Note:  Fall session registration begins August 9th

Tennis Classes and Camps

in progress

Summer Classes/Camps

All Cobb Tennis Centers

Next session of summer classes begins the week of July 21st
Summer camps held weekly until the start of school
EZ-Reg online available for classes

Recreation Center Summer Classes

in progress

Summer Programs
All Cobb Recreatiion Centers




Other News and Notes

Outdoor Pools Are Open For Business

Cobb's two outdoor pools opened for the summer. The water is clean, clear and refreshing. Sewell Pool is located at 2055 Lower Roswell Rd. in Marietta and Powder Springs Pool is located at 3899 Brownsville Road in Powder Springs. Both facilities still have swim lesson openings for this summer - you can register on-line or in person.  For more info, click here.

Indoor Aquatic Centers Have Swim Lessons Available

There are still openings in several swim classes at the indoor aquatic centers during July and August sessions. It is best to call the center of your choice and inquire about the classes that are of interest to you.  For a complete listing of Cobb's aquatic centers, click here.

Wright Environmental Education Center Open House
Come on in and explore the park.  At the
Jean & Elwood Wright Educational Center, located in east Cobb, you will find nineteen acres of protected land with a wide selection of plants native to Georgia. Walking trails throughout the property allow many opportunities to study diverse flora and fauna. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the nature of this beautiful park.  The open house will be held July 15 from 10:00am - 2:00pm.  For more information, call (770) 528-8824

Staff Notes

Larry Snyder, the facility manager at Fair Oaks Tennis Center, has retired from his position effective July 1st.  Charlie McCoy will take over as the new faciility manager.  Charlie moves to Fair Oaks from Sweetwater Tennis Center and has 2+ years with Cobb and many years of experience with tennis in the Atlanta area.  Charlie is a PTR professional; he has been involved with the Georgia Professionals Tennis Association for many years, and has served as a coordinator with ALTA over the years.  Cobb wishes Larry and Charlie good luck with their retirement and new position!!!!

2008 'Fun in the Park Photo' Contest
Employment/Volunteer Opportunities