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May 2011

National Tennis Tournament to be Held at Harrison Tennis Center

Cobb County will once again play host to the USTA National Open for boys and girls ages 16 and under.  The event will be held at Harrison Tennis Center from May 14th-16th.  This event attracts many of the top players from around the country. Past participants include several players who are currently playing on the professional tour, including rising star, Melanie Oudin. The draw will comprise of 32 boys and 32 girls who are nationally ranked. The competition will begin on Saturday morning with the singles events. Doubles will begin late Saturday afternoon. The tournament will continue through Monday, May 16th, when many of the finals are held. If you want to see some of our nation’s best young players, come out to Harrison Tennis Center during this event. You can keep up with the tournament draw on the tournament web site.   Many of Cobb's best players will be competing - come out and support some of our country's tennis best!!!!

Adult Summer Basketball Registration

Summer adult basketball is just around the corner. Leagues will be offered at Fullers Recreation Center at Fullers Park, Ward Recreation Center at Lost Mountain Park, and the Ron Anderson Recreation Center at Wild Horse Creek Park. In-person registration for new and returning teams will be Tuesday, May 17th from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Parks and Recreation administrative offices (1792 County Services Parkway, Marietta 30008). The league fee is $320 which includes a 7 game season and post season tournament. For more information, visit our website or contact Andrea Raiford (Fullers) at (770) 591-3160, Kim Cammons (Ward) at (770) 528-8896, or Jeff Abrams (Ron Anderson) at (770) 528-8892.

Numerous Summer Camp Options Available

There are plenty of summer camps avaiable to suit everyone's needs. Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs offers day camps, art camps, art performance camps, and tennis camps. In addition, there are many other camps offered by outside organizations in Cobb. The recent Camp Expo had a variety of camps represented, including ballet and dance camps, church camps, scout camps and more. For a complete listing of all the camps represented at the Camp Expo, you may download the list here (pdf file). For more information on Cobb County Parks camps, click here.

2011 'Fun in the Park' Photo Contest

As you are out enjoying Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs parks and activities, be sure to bring your camera and capture the fun and memories of your sports activities, the beauty of the nature and wildlife in the parks, and anything else that shows why you enjoy your day at the park. The 7th Annual "Fun in the Park' Photo Contest will be accepting entries through-out the summer. Enter up to 10 of your best shots for fun and awards! Open to all photographers. Digital and print photos accepted. See rules and download entry form below at the photo contest web page.

Cobb Aquatics and Gymnastics are Now on Facebook

Cobb aquatics and gymnastics have recently created a Facebook page to provide you with easy access to the latest news and information. You can find the aquatics page here and the gymnastics page here. In addition to aquatics and gymnastics, Cobb Park's has facebook pages for athletics, tennis, therapeutics, recreation centers, Cobblestone Golf Course, Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, Mable House Arts Center, The Art Place - Mountain View, The Art Station - Big Shanty and East Cobb Park. Be sure to click the 'Like' button to be on the list of updates from your favorite facilities and activities.

Volleyball Night at Ron Anderson Recreation Center

Come join us for Volleyball Night at Ron Anderson Recreation Center. We have an open gym for adults and teens who would like to come out and play volleyball. It is FREE to participate - just come on by. Volleyball night is every Wednesday night from 6:00pm-9:00pm. A great way to make some new friends, get some exercise and have some fun!!! For information, contact Lionel Garrett at (770) 439-3611.

Ward Recreation Center Offers Exciting Programs for Spring

Fullers Recreation Center Offers New Programs