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February 2009
2009
Encore Series at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre
The 2009 Encore Series at the Jennie
T. Anderson Theatre will begin the first of February with performances
of “Footloose” by Pebblebrook High School/Cobb County Center of Excellence
in the Performing Arts. The “Footloose” performance is based on the 1984
hit movie which follows a boy raised in Chicago who moves to a small town
where the local government has banned dancing and rock music.
These talented students will perform hits such as “Let’s Hear it for the
Boy”, “Almost Paradise”, “The Girl Gets Around”, and “Footloose”. The
show runs from January 29 - February 1 and February 5-8.
'Footloose' kicks off an exciting season with the 2009 Encore Series. Upcoming performers include “The American Big Band” on Valentine’s Day, Tony Orlando, Linda Eder, Mickey and Jan Rooney and closing out the season will be Vicki Lawrence. The 2009 Encore schedule is as follows:
| Footloose | February 1 and February 5-8 | Performances: Thursday-
Saturday 8:00pm |
| American Big Band | February 14 | Performance: 8:00pm Tickets $30 |
| Tony Orlando | February 28 | Performance: 8:00pm Tickets $40 |
| Linda Eder | March 14 | Performance:
8:00pm |
Mickey Rooney
and |
April 4 | “Let’s Put On A Show.” Performance: 8:00pm Tickets $30 |
| Vicki Lawrence | April 18 | “Mama” and Hannah Montana’s TV Grandmother Performance: 8:00pm Tickets $40 |
For more information or tickets please call the Theatre box office at (770) 528-8490.
Father/Daughter-Mother/Son
Dance
This annual dance is a true family event! For dads and daughters, sons and mothers of all ages, enjoy a night with your 'date' with great music, dancing, and refreshments. Dress is semiformal to formal. This is a great opportunity to make another magical memory with your child! Bring your dancing shoes and camera! There will be two dances; the annual event held at the Fullers Recreation Center and the first annual dance at the Ron Anderson Recreation Center. Register early because space is limited. Reservations are required.
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Fees $5 Resident $10 Non-Resident
Saturday, February 7 from 6:00pm-9:00pm - Fullers
Recreation Center (Barcode 20668)
For information, call (770) 509-2737
Friday, February 13 from 6:00pm-10:00pm - Ron Anderson Recreation Center (Barcode 20340)
For information, call (770) 439-3611
The 6th Annual Sonya Carter Stomp Classic
This fun, exciting family-oriented event is a competition between elementary, middle, and high school divisions. Stepping is a form of dance that displays creative abilities, movements and distinctive themes, to include rhythms, dancing, music, cheerleading, military and drill-team moves. Step teams showcase their talents and claim bragging rights as the 2009 Stomp Champions!!! The event will be held February 28th at the Cobb Civic Center. Tickets go on sale soon and will be available at all Cobb County recreation centers. Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door. Children under 3 are free.
Al Bishop Complex Manager Recognized by USSSA
Brooks
Tinsley, the facility manager of Cobb's Al Bishop Complex, was
recently voted into the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA)
Hall of Fame in the Director category for his long time support of slow
pitch softball. He joins previous complex managers Rusty Simpson
and Frank Breeden who have also been inducted
into the Hall of Fame. Also, the Al Bishop Softball Complex was voted
into the Hall of Fame for serving as a host facility for USSSA tournaments
for the past 30 years, making the Al Bishop Softball Complex the first
complex to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Congratulations to Brooks
for this well deserved recognition for all his hard work and dedication
to softball programs in Cobb County .
The Spring Front Row Magazine Coming to a Facility Near You
The spring issue of the 'Front Row' magazine wil be available online and at all park facilities next week. The spring issue includes spring quarter class and program registration information plus summer camp registration information. The Front Row is your resource for all program and facility information for Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. You may pick up a copy at your closest facility or you may download the information here.
| Upcoming Events | ||
| The Art Station - Big Shanty | February 1-28 Gallery Exhibit |
North Atlanta School of Arts Monday - Friday 10:00am–5:00pm call for weekend and evening hours |
| The Art Place |
February 7 Theatre |
Montana Skies 8:00pm performance Tickets $25 on sale at www.theartplace.us |
February
8 - 28
Gallery Exhibit |
Black
History Month Opening reception, February 8 at 7:00pm |
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February 13-14 and 20-28 Theatre |
'The
Spitfire Grill' |
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| Mable House Arts Center |
through
February 17 |
GA
Friendship Quilters Exhibit Call (770) 819-3285 for weekend hours |
| February 23-28 Gallery Exhibit |
Black
Histroy Week Exhibit
Monday - Friday 10:00am-5:00pm Call (770) 819-3285 for weekend hours |
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| For more information about upcoming events at The Mable House visit www.mablehouse.org | ||
| Civic Center - Jennie T. Anderson Theatre |
February 1 and February 5-8 | Footloose Encore Series Performed by Pebblebrook HS/Cobb County’s Center for Excellence in the Performing Arts. Thursday-
Saturday 8:00pm Based on the 1984 hit movie, this is the story of a boy who was raised in Chicago who moved to a small town in rural America, where the local government banned dancing and rock music. The ‘city boy’ and his new found classmates shake up the town and find a way to get around the law. A talented and energetic fresh cast will give the audience no option but to let loose and enjoy this high energy musical. The ensemble will astound you with the physically demanding choreography: and they will deliver all the songs you expect and love to hear – “Let's Hear It for the Boys,” “Almost Paradise ,” “The Girl Gets Around,” and of course, “Footloose.” For information, call (770) 528-8490
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| February 14 | American Big Band Join us on Valentine’s Day! 8:00pm
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| February 28 |
One of America ’s most enduring and endearing stars. 8:00pm Tickets $40 A songwriter, music publisher, and performer, Tony Orlando has become one of Cobb County’s favorite visiting personalities. From his days recording music, to his time on Broadway in “Barnum” and “Smokey Joe’s Café,” then on to television where he hosted a popular variety show during the 1970’s, he has become permanent fixture in the show business industry. |
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Civic Center - Hudgins Hall |
February 1-12 | Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament For information call (770) 578-9326 |
| February 14-15 | Antique Arms Show For information call (770) 664-5015 |
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| February 20-21 | Born Again Blessings Children's Consignment Sale For information call 1(866) 841-9139 ext. 1721 |
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| February 28 | Step Show/Competition For information call (770) 819-3240 |
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Jim Miller Park |
February 7-8 | Atlanta Terrier Club Earthdog Trials 8:00am-6:00pm For information call (770) 491-9696 |
| February 21-22 | Greater Atlanta Lab Retriever Dog Show For information call (770) 254-0516 |
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| February 28-29 | Southeastern Agility Dog Club Trials | |
| Ron Anderson Recreation Center | February 25 |
2nd
Annual African American History Program
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| Cobb Gymnastics Center | February 14-15 | Cobb Challengers Boys Gymnastics Meet |
| February 28 - March 1 | Cobb Challengers Girls Gymnastics Meet | |
Tony
Orlando
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| Program |
Registration begins |
Location |
| Aquatics Classes |
February 14 at 9:00am (Cobb residents) February 16 at 9:00am (non-residents) |
Spring Classes EZ-Reg Online |
| February 15 at 2:00pm (Cobb residents) February 16 at 2:00pm (non-residents) |
Spring Classes EZ-Reg Online |
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| February 14 at 2:00pm (Cobb residents) February 16 at 2:00pm (non-residents) |
Spring Classes EZ-Reg Online |
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| February 13 at 6:00pm (Cobb residents) February 16 at 6:00pm (non-residents) |
Spring Classes EZ-Reg Online |
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| Gymnastics |
February 21 at 10:00am |
Cobb
Gymnastics Center EZ-Reg Online |
| Tennis Classes |
February 3 at 9:00am (Cobb residents) February 4 at 9:00am (non-residents) |
All Cobb
Tennis Centers |
| Recreation Centers |
February 2 |
Ron Anderson Recreation Center South Cobb
Recreation Center EZ-Reg online |
| February 9 |
Spring classes and programs EZ-Reg online |
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| Adult Kickball | Tuesday,
February 17 6:00pm-8:00pm (Returning teams) Thursday, February 19 6:00pm-8:00pm (New teams) |
In-person
registration to be held at the Cobb County Parks, Recreation
& Cultural Affairs Administrative office 1792 County Services Pkwy., Marietta, GA 30008 E-Z Reg available for returning teams |
| Adult Softball | Tuesday, February 17 6:00pm-8:00pm (Returning teams) Thursday, February 19 6:00pm-8:00pm (New teams) |
In-person
registration to be held at the Cobb County Parks, Recreation
& Cultural Affairs Administrative office E-Z Reg available for returning teams |
Get
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 | Other News and Notes |
The Art Place Student Receives Awards for Artwork
Elissa Hamel, a 3rd grader at Garrison Mill Elementary School, won second place in Visual Arts in the PTA Reflections theme "WOW." Hamel also went on to win Honorable Mention at the county level. The artwork was completed at The Art Place Mountain View during both Art Camp-Rousseau's Rainforest 2008 and in Stephanie McFerrin's fall class. Congratulations to Elissa for making The Art Place and Cobb County proud!!!
Volunteers
Wanted
The Natural
Resource Management Unit is looking for a few good volunteers. Opportunities
include working with scouts, schools, trail maintenance, gardening and
habitat improvements. Contact Kaye Wilson at (770) 528-8824 or Kaye.Wilson@cobbcounty.org
for more information.
Volunteers,
Tutors and Mentors Needed
Ron
Anderson Recreation Center is looking for positive and energetic role
models to enhance the lives of our youth in the community. Come to Ron
Anderson Recreation Center and sign up today. Contact Tiffani Ephrom or
Leslie Walker, Jr. at (770) 439-3611.
Staff Notes
Wayne Miller has been hired as the new facility manager for Fair Oaks Tennis Center. Wayne has worked as a teaching professional at Cobb County tennis facilities for the past 13 years. He graduated from Georgia State University and Tennessee Wesleyan College. As a tennis player, he competed as a college player, and currently in ALTA and USTA leagues and tournaments. He will begin his new position on February 9th.