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August 2011

 

Help Your Favorite Park Win up to $100,000 This Summer!
Did you know that being active in Cobb Parks this summer could help it win big in the 'America Is Your Park' campaign? The title of “America’s Favorite Park” and a $100,000 recreation grant are up for grabs. So get out, play and vote for your favorite park on LivePositively.com before September 6, 2011!

'America Is Your Park' encourages families to get active outdoors in parks across the country and vote to help their favorite win one of three recreation grants made possible by the Coca-Cola Live Positively initiative. So, if you like tennis, biking, running, playing ball or just walking your dog, there’s no better place to enjoy these activities than at Cobb's parks. This funding can help support needed restoration projects that overall will make your favorite park a better place for you and your family to be more active.

Think your park is too small to win? That wasn’t the case for last year’s winning park, Bear Head Lake State Park, a small park in Ely, Minnesota. It beat out hundreds of others to be named “America’s Favorite Park,” receiving more than 1.6 million votes because of support from people in that community who cared about the park, spread the word, conducted voting drives and energized their online social networks.

Put your votes and support behind your favorite park by:
• Logging onto LivePositively.com to vote

• If you do not see your favorite park listed you can request it on the site and start voting!!!
• Uploading photos from the park to LivePositively.com
• “Checking in” via Facebook Places
• Uploading videos of activities in the park to LivePositively.com (starting August 10)

You can also help by spreading the word about the contest – urge people to vote by reminding park visitors, sending emails, posting a status on Facebook or sending a message on Twitter about why you love your park.

'America Is Your Park' was developed by Coca-Cola in collaboration with the National Park Foundation, America’s State Parks and the National Recreation and Park Association. In addition to the top park receiving a $100,000 recreation grant, Coca-Cola will award a $50,000 grant and a $25,000 grant to the second and third-place parks. These grants will help restore, rebuild or enhance recreation areas in parks where people can play and be active.

Your favorite park could be crowned “America’s Favorite Park” this summer. But it’s up to you – so get outdoors, play in the park and don’t forget to vote!

Cobb Lifeguards Shine at State Meet

For the third year in a row the Cobb County aquatic staff won the GRPA Lifeguard Competition at Lake Oconee. In 2009 and 2010, Cobb won the competition, but this year was a little extra special. Each year Cobb County brings two teams to the competition and though they have had one team do well the past two years, 2011 brought a result no one could have envisioned - both Cobb County teams finished tied as co-champions of the 2011 GRPA Lifeguard Competition.

Georgia Recreation and Park Association (GRPA) holds the annual lifeguard competition for GRPA member agencies. This year there were 6 agencies represented and a total of 9 teams. All teams are composed of 6 lifeguard staff members and four of the lifeguards compete in each event. The competition was held on Lake Oconee at Old Salem Park. The competition is a one day event that consists of 7 events challenging the lifeguards in a variety of skills they use on a day-to-day basis. The events for the day included: swim relay, rescue board relay, capture the flag, team triathlon, a written test, critical incident scenario, and rescue relay.

The morning started off strong for both Cobb County teams when they went 1st and 2nd in the swim relay. That was followed by the rescue board relay where the two teams finished 1st and 3rd. Then came capture the flag and the team triathlon where the Cobb County teams finished 1st and 2nd. The afternoon events included a written test (Cobb finished 1st and 3rd) to challenge the lifeguards knowledge and a critical incident scenario. The critical incident scenario challenges the lifeguards skills in first aid, CPR, and spinal injury management. The final event is a rescue relay and once again the teams from Cobb County finished 1st and 2nd to end the day like it started.

Cobb County Aquatic Centers have some of the best trained staff in the state to keep our citizens safe. Congratulations to the lifeguards who represented Cobb at the state meet and to all Cobb Aquatic facilities' lifeguards for maintaining this high level of standards.

Fun Had By All at Fishing Rodeo
The annual fishing rodeo was recently held at Lost Mountain Park. Every year the Natural Resource Management staff of Cobb County, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department hosts a fishing rodeo for children ages 3—16 years old. The rodeo is free and prizes and trophies are given out to the first, second and third place winners for the most fish caught. Everyone who enters the fishing rodeo also receives a prize bag full of goodies that have been donated by several businesses. Although the weather was overcast with some rain, over 100 children participated in the rodeo this year. There were 51 fish caught with the largest fish measuring 15.5 inches which was caught by Blake Goerke winning the Best Overall Fish trophy. The other winners were:

Age Division 3 – 6
1st Place – Paul Summer
2nd Place – Lily Sosebee (pictured to the right)
3rd Place – Walker Meadows

Age Division 7 – 9
1st Place – Ethan Casto
2nd Place – Ryan Gohd
3rd Place – Wyatt McGullian

Age Division 10 – 12
1st Place – Stephen Sumner

Age Division 13 – 16
1st Place – Nathan Sumner
2nd Place – Noah Fontaine
3rd Place – Amy Casto

Congratulations to all the winners!

Seven Teams Crowned Champions at the GSA World Series
The 1st Annual Global Sports Association World Series was held July 21-24 at the Lost Mountain Complex. Forty-three teams battled in seven classifications in pursuit of the championship. The champions for the tournament include:
12 & under Silver Division – 98 Broncos
12 & under Bronze/Copper Division – Douglas County Heat
12 & under Copper Division – Elite-Womack
14 & under Silver Bronze Division #1- 97 Georgia Pressure
14 & under Silver/Bronze Division #2 – West Cobb Explosion
14 & under Copper Division – Paulding County All-Stars
High School Division – Georgia Rampage


This World Series marked the 43rd National Softball Tournament hosted by Cobb County Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs. Congratulations to all teams!

Free Concert Series this Summer

South Cobb Arts Alliance is sponsoring the Summer Candlelite Concert Series at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre. The scheduled performances are: Roxie Watson, Saturday, August 20; Kayla Taylor Jazz, Saturday, September 10; and Blair Crimmins and the Hookers, Saturday, October 15. Gates open at 7:00pm and the shows start at 8:00pm. Parking and general admission are free to all performances. Attendees may bring their own food and beverages, and concessions will be open. Tables that seat four are available for $50 for a single concert of $225 for the entire season. To reserve a table, call (770) 819-3285. Mable House is located at 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. For more information, visit mablehouse.org .

 

Upcoming Events
The Art Station - Big Shanty

August 12

Workshop

Cool 4 School
Barcode 47177 (ages 2 - 13)
Come beautify your school supplies with us and be the coolest kid in school! Arrive any time between 3:30pm - 4:30pm; most children will need about 30 minutes to complete the project. Adult must stay with child. Pre-registration strongly encouraged as space is limited.
Fees: $5.00 per student
Time: Friday, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

For more information about upcoming events at The Art Station - Big Shanty, see their website at artstationcobb.org.

The Art Place - Mountain View

August 4-26

Gallery Exhibit

Watercolor & Wood
by Karen Bradshaw and Ron Boucher

August 5-13

Theatre Performance

"There Goes the Bride"

Centerstage North Presents
www.centerstagenorth.org for tickets and info

August 20

Concert

"Delta Moon" Mississippi Blues
Encore Performance! Tables Available $25 or Free with your Chair or Blanket! Lawn opens at 7:00pm, shows start at 7:30pm. Rain or shine, no refunds for tables due to rain. For tables, see www.theartplace.us.
www.deltamoon.com

Mable House

Arts Center

August 20 - October 3

Gallery Exhibit

National Juried Show

Reception will be held August 20th from 7:00pm-9:00pm.

August 20

Concert

Roxie Watson
Free Candlelite Concert: Bring a picnic and come early for the best seating. Food is also available at the concession stand. The gate opens at 7:00pm and the show begins at 8:00pm. Tables are available for $50.00 (seats 4). Call the Mable House Arts Center at (770) 819-3285 to reserve a table. There is no charge for the general seating area. Under cover or under the stars on the lawn. (lawn chairs  are not allowed). This is a RAIN or SHINE concert.

For more information about upcoming events at The Mable House visit www.mablehouse.org.

Civic Center -

Hudgins Hall

August 6

Lutador Grappling Mixed Martial Arts
8:00am-11:00pm

Admission: $5
www.lutadorgrappling.com
For information, contact Jason Evangelista at
(706) 414-1064

August 13-14

Southeastern Civil War Show & Sale
Saturday - 9:00am-5:00pm

Sunday - 9:00am-3:00pm
Adults - $5 / children ages 10 & under free
For information, contact Steve Beaver (770) 422-4043

North GA Relic Hunters: www.ngrha.com

August 20-21 Eastman Gun & Knife Show
Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $8 adults, 12 & under free
www.eastmangunshows.com
For information, contact Matt Eastman
(229) 424-4555.
August 25-27 Born Again Blessings Children’s Consignment Sale
Thursday 5:30 workers, 6:30pm sellers
Friday     9:00am-7:00pm
Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
Free admission
www.bornagainblessings.com
Jennie T. Anderson Theatre August 19-21
Les Miserables, School Edition
presented by CCT Summerstock
Based on Victor Hugo's 1862 novel of the same name, set in early 19th-century France, the plot follows the stories of many characters as they struggle for redemption and revolution. An ensemble that includes prostitutes, student revolutionaries, factory workers, and others join the lead characters.
August 19-20 at 8:00pm and August 21 at 3:00pm.
Tickets are available online at www.cobbchildrenstheatre.org
General admission (sides) are $14, $16 for center

Jim Miller Park

August 6-7

St. Thomas Catholic Church - Summer Fest of the Assumption

For information, call (770) 432-8579

August 20

Shrine Car Show

9:00am-5:00pm

For information, call (770) 473-7543

August 26-27

Cobb County Classic Rodeo
Complete rodeo with 7 events each

Event starts 8:00pm
Adults $15.00/ Children $12.00/ Under 5 Free
For information, call (770) 684-7277

Tennis August 6-7

Harrison Junior Summer Super Chps

Harrison Tennis Center

Juniors

Entry Deadline: July 28

August 12-14

Fair Oaks Junior Championships

Fair Oaks Tennis Center

Junior

Entry Deadline: August 8

August 12-14

Kennworth NTRP Summer Slam

Kennworth Tennis Center

Adult NTRP

Entry Deadline: August 8

August 19-21

Premier Tennis Academy Jr Chps #3

Kennworth Tennis Center

Junior

Entry Deadline: August 15

August 20-21

Sweetwater Back-to-School Blowout

Sweetwater Tennis Center

Junior

Entry Deadline: August 15

August 27-28

"Jefferson Bradford Memorial" Tennis Tournament

Lost Mountain Tennis Center

Adults and Juniors

Entry Deadline: August 19

Program Registrations

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Program

Registration begins

Location

Arts Classes August 30 at 9:30am

The Mable House Arts Center

Fall Classes

E-Z Reg Online

www.MableHouse.org

August 31 at 9:30am (Cobb residents)

September 1 at 9:30am

(non-resdents)

The Art Place - Mountain Veiw

Fall Classes

E-Z Reg Online

August 29 at 9:00am

The Art Station - Big Shanty

Fall Classes

E-Z Reg Online

more info

Aquatics Classes

August 12 at 6:00pm

(Cobb residents)

August 15 at 6:00pm

(non-residents)

South Cobb Aquatic Center

Fall Classes

EZ-Reg Online

August 13 at 9:00am

(Cobb residents)

August 15 at 9:00am

(non-residents)

Central Aquatic Center

Fall Classes

EZ-Reg Online

August 13 at 12:00pm

(Cobb residents)

August 15 at 12:00pm

(non-residents)

Mountain View Aquatic Center

Fall Classes

EZ-Reg Online

August 13 at 2:00pm

(Cobb residents)

August 15 at 2:00pm

(non-residents)

West Cobb Aquatic Center

Fall Classes

EZ-Reg Online

Gymnastics

in progress

Cobb Gymnastics Center
Fall Classes
(session 1)

EZ-Reg Online

Tennis Classes

August 2 at 9:00am

(County residents)

August 3 at 9:00am

(Non-residents)

All Cobb Tennis Centers
Fall Classes

EZ-Reg online

Recreation Centers Classes

in progress

All Cobb Recreation Centers
Fall Classes

EZ-Reg online

Therapeutic Recreation Classes and Programs

August 24 at 10:00am

Thompson Community Center

Fall Programs

EZ-Reg online

For information, call (770) 819-3215.



Other News and Notes

 

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 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 throughout 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.

Ward Recreation Center Offers Exciting Programs for Summer

Couponing Classes coming to Ward Recreation Center!!!  Call to sign up for more information and date to be announced!!!

Georgia Dance Coalition-NEW!!!
Dance classes for ages 8 to adult!
Ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary and fitness
Classes begin August 15
Fees start at $40 per month

Zumba Classes
Tuesdays 5:45 pm
Thursdays 9:30 am
$4 per class/no commitment
*Zumba Gold coming in fall!!! NEW!!!

Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu
Tuesday/Wednesdays at 6:45-free of charge

Piano Lessons
We are offering piano lessons to youth and adults! Cost is $10 per lesson plus the initial book cost. Classes will be held on Saturdays at Ward Recreation Center. Please call (770) 528-8885 for more information!

Powder Springs Basketball Academy
Instructional program to improve basketball skills at any skill level.
Date: Starts August 13 (10 weeks)-Saturdays
Cost: $125 + $25 registration fee
Hours: Saturdays
Grades 1-3 9:00am-10:30am
Grades 4-6 10:30am-12:00pm
Grades 7-8 12:00pm-1:30pm
In person registration only. Registration in progress.

Choi Kwang-Do
Choi Kwang-Do is a fun and exciting way to achieve powerful, positive change. Condition your body and focus your mind as you develop self-discipline to achieve the goals you set in school, business, and your personal life. A practical form of self-defense which provides a safe and non-competitive environment that teaches basic family values and character development. Our program makes learning exciting which increases a desire to learn and an eagerness to set and reach new goals. Classes are taught by Mater Beverly S. Busker, 5th Black Belt with 20 years of experience, a degree in physical education, and the only female in the world to hold this title in Choi Kwang-Do. Register in person with the instructor and receive a 2 weeks free trial! Fee is $99 per month for unlimited classes. Family rates are available. Call for monthly specials. Children and family classes are offered.

For information on any Ward Recreation Center program, call (770) 528-8885.

   

Fun Summer Programs at Fullers Recreation Center

Salsa!!!! Salsa!!! Salsa!!!

Beginning and Intermediate Salsa classes at Fullers Park Recreation Center on Fridays from 6:00pm–8:00pm. Learn to dance basic Salsa. Prepare to burn calories and have lots of fun as you enjoy the Latin rhythms. The cost of each class is $10 per person.

Introducing Yoga
Learn the best poses to develop your core while developing upper and lower body strength. Gain flexibility and good posture as you work at your own level of fitness. Yoga is great for releasing stress leaving you feeling relaxed and balanced. Yoga has it all!! The class is taught by a certified yoga instructor and meets each Thursday from 7:00pm–8:15pm.

For information contact, Fullers Recreation Center at (770) 509-2737.

Charity Tennis Tournament Held at Lost Mountain Tennis Center

The Lost Mountain Community Tennis Association will host the "Jefferson Bradford Memorial" tennis tournament at Lost Mountain Tennis Center. The tournament will be held August 27-28. The tournament will include men's and women's singles, doubles and mixed. All proceeds benefit Hillgrove High School Grid Iron football team. Registration will begin August 1. See the LMCTA web site for registration information or contact Lost Mountain Tennis Center at (770) 528-8525 for information regarding the tournament.

Staff Notes

Congratulations to the staff at Sweetwater Tennis Center for their recent certifications.  The Professional Tennis Registry has certified that in accordance to the guidelines and standards established, Sweetwater Tennis Center manager Charlie McCoy, Head pro Eddie Gomez, and staff pro Mark Autrey have completed all tests and examinations and qualify for PTR certification of “Professional – Junior Development”.  All three are already certified as PTR adult professionals.

 

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