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March 2009

The 2009 Hunt - Cobb's Largest Egg Hunt

Cobb County’s Largest Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, March 28th, at Jim R. Miller Park located at 2245 Callaway Road in Marietta. The event begins at 10:00am and ends at 2:00pm. The 2009 Hunt will feature children’s art activities, music, inflatables, petting zoo, pony rides, concessions and a coloring contest. The Easter Bunny will be on hand to delight the children and the Mad Hatter Contest will determine the best hat creation.

There will be five egg hunts which will be broken down into age groups. In each hunt, there will be prize eggs which, when found, should be taken to the prize tent for redemption of candy bags. The schedule of events is as follows:

10:00 am Park opens
10:30 am 3 years & under hunt
11:00 am 4 & 5 years hunt
11:30 am 6 & 7 years hunt

Public Input Meeting Scheduled for March 9th

There will be a public input meeting for the Bullard-Stockton Property Master Plan on Monday, March 9th, from 7:00pm-8:30pm at the West Cobb Senior Center, located in Lost Mountain Park, 4915 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs. The meeting will follow an open house format where residents may view various displays around the room and have the opportunity to ask questions, provide comments, and discuss the planning for future development of this passive recreation area. District Commissioner Helen Goreham and other Cobb County representatives, along with the planning firm, Lose & Associates will be available to answer questions.

Federal Law Mandates Modifying All Public Pool Drains
Cobb's aquatic center pools are currently being refitted with new main drain covers in every pool. If you see scuba divers working in the bottom of the pools at one of Cobb's aquatic centers, they are drilling and cutting the concrete to mount new stainless steel drain covers that comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Act (VGB Act).

The VGB Act requires that all drains on public pools be retrofitted with drain covers that are stamped as being National Science Foundation (NSF) approved and certified by a professional engineer. This law came into effect on December 19, 2008. Public pools, according to the VGB Act includes: government agency swimming pools, private neighborhood pools, apartment and condominium pools, health club pools, and hotel pools. Many of the non-government agency pool operators/owners are still not aware that their pools are included in the Federal Law.

The law was passed to address pools and spas with drains still being operated with single drains with direct suction lines going to the main circulating pumps. These type of drain systems enable persons being entrapped in the drain cover itself. If drains of this nature are known to be operating, operators/owners should close them or not open them for the summer until they have been corrected. However, only addressing the most hazardous drains will not satisfy the federal law and operators/owners should change out every main drain cover with VGB Act compliant drain covers. If you know of or have a neighborhood swimming pool or other type of public pool, you should check with the operators/owners to see if they have been retrofitted with new VGB Act compliant drain covers. You can contact the Health Department or most pool supply and/or service companies for further information.

Tennis Fun and Radio Disney at Harrison Tennis Center

New Twist On An Old Favorite - Kickball for Kids

Rhyne Park Girls Softball is bringing back a childhood classic. Kickball will be offered as a team sport for the first time this spring at Rhyne Park. Like baseball and softball, there will be traditional teams that play in a league format with a championship playoff at the end of the season. This is a good introduction to team sports, a fun way for children to get exercise, and an opportunity for parents to get involved.  Kickball will be offered for boys and girls ages 4-18.  The cost is $65 for ages 6 and under and $85 for ages 7 and over.  Discounts are offered if you bring a sibling or friend to register.  For more information call, (770) 801-5343 or (678) 283-2660. You can also visit the website at www.rhynepark.com.

Ron Anderson Recreation Center Offers Numerous Activities and Opportunities

HEALTHY WALKING: The Ron Anderson Recreation Center would like to welcome all walkers to participate in the Healthy Walking Program. This activity is free and open to the public from 10:00am-12:00pm Monday through Friday.

ENGLISH / SPANISH SECOND LANGUAGE: The Ron Anderson Recreation Center is offering classes teaching English and Spanish as a second language.   The classes begin Tuesday, March 10th and the classes will run through the May 31st. Come and enjoy learning in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.

JOB READINESS SEMINAR:  Are you a dedicated worker? Are you between the ages of 15 to 21, and are looking for a job? Come out to Ron Anderson Recreation Center on March 25-26 for our workshops and learn the skills that will help you obtain a job.  Seminars are offered for:
First Impressions: Overcoming stereotypes
Educational exploration: Setting goals for your future
Effective Job Searching
Resume Writing
Interview Skills
Dressing for Success
Workplace Etiquette

Fullers Recreation Center Offers Free Yoga Classes

Enjoy yoga’s benefits of relaxation, increased flexibility and strength in these free yoga classes offered by Fullers Recreation Center. Regardless of your level of physical fitness, join us in a casual atmosphere to learn the benefits of yoga. Maximize your health and fitness and reduce the symptoms of stress and tension.

Instructor:

Joan Pastman  

Class schedule:

Thursdays at Fullers Recreation Center from 7:00pm-8:00pm  

March 5, 12, 19, and 26  
April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30  

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Please contact Fullers Recreation Center at (770) 509-2737 for further information.

AARP Tax-Aide available at Fullers Recreation Center

From February 1st through April 15th, IRS trained volunteers will be preparing taxes at Fullers Recreation Center each Thursday from 9:00am–1:00pm.  This is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.  This service is available to any low to moderate income taxpayers.  Please call (770) 509-2737 or email Wendy.Collins@CobbCounty.org for more information. 

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.

Lost Mountain Tennis Center Honored

Lost Mountain Tennis Center has been named 'Tennis Club of the Month' for February 2009 by the Tennis Players Network (www.tennisplayersnetwork.com/newsletters/february2009.htm).  Lost Mountain was recognized for its numerous programs and service to the community.  Congratulations to facility manager Traci Thomas and the staff at Lost Mountain Tennis Center for providing this great program to the community!!!