Hall County Parks and Leisure
 September - October  2013

Special Events 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140) 
Hall County, GA Community Outreach
(Zip Codes 30501, 30507, 30542)
Attention residents within zip codes 30501, 30507, 30542...
This is a community day for your puppies, dogs, kittens and cats!
FREE goodie bags for your pets
FREE Dappv and Fvrcp vaccines for your dogs and domestic cats (to protect from Distemper and Parvo)
FREE dewormer for all puppies and kittens (6 months and under, or as needed)
FREE spay and neuter for dogs and domestic cats
(sign-up on this day; FREE Rabies vaccinations also given on actual day of surgery, for all pets who sign up for spay/neuter)
  
When: Saturday, September 21
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Mulberry Creek Community Center
*First come, first serve and while supplies last

 

Brought to you by: Spay/Neuter Coalition
                            www.PerfectPetsRescue.org
                            Stubby's Heroes
                            Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
                            Hall County Animal Shelter
 
 
Table Tennis Tournament
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140) 
Join the fun and test your ping pong skills in our 1st ever Mulberry Creek Community Center Ping Pong Tournament!
Blind Draw-Bracket Play
Single Elimination Games
Best 2 out of 3 per match
Games to 21 points. Must win by 2.
Date: Thursday, September 26
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 Entry Fee
  
New Opportunities! 
North Hall Community Center (770-532-8280)
Home School PE

Date: August 12 - October 7

Days: Mondays

Time: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

8 week session starting on August 12    

Cost: One student: $30 for 8 weeks

         Two students from same family: $57 for 8 weeks

         Three students from same family: $85 for 8 weeks

         Four or more from same family: $105 for 8 weeks 

  
Boot Camp
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $3 per class
 
After School Art Class
Instructor: Georgia McDonald
Days: Thursdays
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
$25 per class (Materials Included) 
  
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140) 
Home School PE
Date: August 15 - October 3
Days: Thursdays

Time: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

8 week session starting on August 15    

Cost: One student: $30 for 8 weeks

         Two students from same family: $57 for 8 weeks

         Three students from same family: $85 for 8 weeks

         Four or more from same family: $105 for 8 weeks  

  
Intermediate Fencing
Instructor: Oswaldo Ortega
Date: August 22 - September 26
Days: Thursdays
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 to adult
Cost: $90/6 weeks
No equipment required
For more information please call 678-927-1126
  
Square Dancing Open House 
Date: September 9
Day: Monday
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Ages: 12 through adult
Cost: FREE
  
Square Dancing
Class Begins September 16 for 10 weeks
Days: Mondays
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Ages: 12 through adult
Cost: $50/10weeks due 9/16
         $6 paid weekly
Register online at www.lakeshoresquares.com
For more information contact Louis & Angie McClure at
        
Dance Classes 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
PreBallet for 2-3 year olds
Class begins August 20
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $105 for 8 classes

  

Tap-Ballet for 4-6 year olds
Class begins August 19
Days: Mondays
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Cost: $105 for 8 classes

  

Hip Hop for 7-12 year olds
Class begins August 19
Days: Mondays 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Cost: $105 for 8 classes

  

East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)
Tap-Ballet for 3-5 year olds
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 classes

  

Dance classes are taught by Creative Movement and Dance. Register online at www.creativemovementanddance.com or call 706-684-0155.

 

 
Exercise Classes 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
Zumba
Instructor: Melissa Grove
Date: Ongoing monthly class
Days: Tuesdays, 4:20 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
          Thursdays, 4:20 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
Ages: 16 years old and up
Cost: $20/4 classes or $40/8 classes
         $5/walk-ins
  
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280)

Yoga

Instructor: Hollie Lee

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $8 per class

  
Zumba I
Instructor: April Lucas
Days: Mondays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
          Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
          Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ages: 16 years old and up
Cost: $5 per class
  
Zumba II
Instructor: Vicky Bailey
Days: Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $5 per class

Special Interest Classes
 
North Hall Community Center

Company 6 Wrestling

Instructor: Patrick Holcomb

Ages: 5 thru College level

Acceptance to program will be at staff discretion.

When: Mondays and Wednesdays

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Fees: $60 Monthly

Drop in rate: $20 week 

For more information please call 770-595-0667 or email company6wc@yahoo.com

 

East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)

Rock Solid Karate
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Cost: Please call for pricing 678-450-1540 
 
Baton Lessons 
For: Ages 4 and up
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $40 for 4 classes
  
Georgia Mountain Krav Maga
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Please call 678-450-1540 or visit GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com for pricing.  
  
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)

Wee Kidz Tumbling & Gymnastics  

Class begins August 19

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays

Time: 5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Ages: 2 and up

Cost: $70/ 7 weeks (2 days a week)

         $35/ 7 weeks (1 day a week)

 

Intermediate Fencing
Instructor: Oswaldo Ortega
Date: August 22 - September 26
Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 to adult
Cost: $90/6 weeks
No equipment required
For more information please call 678-927-1126
  
Karate Class
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Date: Starts the first Tuesday of each month
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. (5 year olds and up)  
Cost: $45/month
Uniforms may be purchased at class for $40.
Instructor: Matt Pattillo
Call 678-469-6320 or visit www.southernjdk.com to register. May also register at Mulberry if paying by cash or check.
  
Piano and Voice Lessons
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Date: Starts the first Tuesday and Thursday of each month Time: Flexible 
Ages: 6 and up
Cost: $80 per month
Instructor: Sherry Potters
Call 678-939-7986 for details. 
  
Georgia Mountain Krav Maga
Days: TBA
Cost: $85 / month
Please call 678-450-1540 or visit GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com for more information. 

 

Class minimums must be met five days prior to the start date or class may be subject to cancellation. 
Active Generation Classes and Events
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280) 
Technology Tutoring
Best Buy of Gainesville will be on site to answer your technology questions. This months topics include Digital Cameras and Tablets.  Bring your lunch, laptop, and questions!
Date: Tuesday, September 17
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: Free (bring a lunch)
Registration: Call 770-535-8280
Class minimum must be met 5 days prior to class start date or class is subject to cancellation.
  

Active Generation

Play Cards or Dominoes

Days: Tuesdays

From: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cost: NHCC Members are free

Non-Members $1.00

Location: NHCC Game Room

 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)  
Healthways SilverSneakers� Fitness Program 

Hall County Parks and Leisure is proud to partner with the nation's leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults (65+).

 

SilverSneakersMuscular Strength & Range of Movement Class (with Yoga Stretch)

Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 

         Cost: FREE to SilverSneakers members

         $3 per class for non-members

SilverSneakers is a registered mark of Healthways, Inc.

Class space is limited, so we recommend arriving early.

 

Cards  

Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
 
Tai Chi
Days: Thursdays
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $1 per person

Registration Information:
Class minimums must be met five days prior to start date or class may be subject to cancellation. Due to limited space, participants are encouraged to register early. No refunds will be given following the start of a class without a written medical excuse from a licensed physician.

 

For a complete listing of our parks, addresses, and amenities, please visit www.hallcounty.org/parks.
Chicopee Woods  
Agricultral Center
  
September
1-2 SE Agility
7-8 LEA - Arena 'D'
14-15 Shetland Sheepdogs
21-22 *Garden Expo*
27-28 To Be Announced 
  
October
5-6 Peach State Mounted Shooters
11-13 Special Olympics
18-20 ATL Golden Retriever Club
26 LEA - Arena 'D'
26-27 Lambert - IEA 'A'  
  
Shows are held under a covered arena so rain or shine the show will go on. Times for shows are determined by the event managers. Most shows are free to spectators. Please note that schedules are subject to change. *Indicates admission fee required.* For information and times please call 770-531-6855
  
Chicopee Woods Ag Center is located at 1855 Calvary Church Road in Gainesville.
Athletics
For more information regarding schedules and updates for ongoing sports please visit 
Allen Creek Soccer Complex
For information about Allen Creek Soccer Complex, please call 770-535-8280.
 
For information about the 
Fall 2013 youth soccer 
season please visit www.laniersoccer.org .

 

 

River Forks Park
River Forks Park is a camper's delight on beautiful Lake Lanier! Outdoor lovers enjoy the 40,000 square foot beach, 63 campsites with electric and water hook-ups, a sewer pump-out station, area for group camping and more. This park is a must see for campers of all ages. Reservations may be made up to 30 days in advance.
Rates :
RV Site: $30 ($20 seniors 55+)
Tent Site: $20
Small Pavilion: $50 in county,
 $75 out of county
Large Pavilion: $100 in county, $125 out of county
Multi-Purpose Bldg: $100 1/2 day, $200 full day
 
River Forks Park is located at 3500 Keith Bridge Road off Highway 369 in Gainesville.
  
For more information on reserving and pricing, contact
Park Manager Jenny Holland at (770) 531-3952 or jholland@hallcounty.org.
 
 
Bobby Bailey Tennis Center 

Learn from a USPTA Certified Tennis professional and Certified GHSA Coach!  Here are just some of the opportunities available at the Bobby Bailey Tennis Center, located in Alberta Banks Park. Contact 770-530-1304 for a complete listing.

  

Saturday Clinics

Bobby Bailey Tennis Center

Alberta Banks Park

 

Adult Clinic and Drills

$15 per class

Saturdays, 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m

Strategy, court position and stroke production in a positive, encouraging environment.

 

Kids Class K- 5th grades

$15 per class or 4 weeks $45

Saturdays, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Instruction of all basic strokes, court position, movement on the court, ball tracking and f
ootwork.

 

High School Academy

Goal oriented training concentrating on building solid tennis fundamentals. Agility training, stroke production and footwork are stressed, with a focus on balance, speed, endurance and power.

 

Tuesdays and Thursdays,

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. $18 per session or 10 sessions - $125

 

Middle School Academy

The fundamentals of all basic strokes and a group of skills including agility and fitness

in preparation for more advanced tennis. Great preparation for High School tennis.

 

Tuesdays and Thursdays,

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

$18 per session or 10 sessions - $125 

 

Jr. USTA Sanctioned Tournament

Register at USTA.com 

Saturday, September 14

"You've Got to be Kidding"

1 Day L5 Tourney

 

Jr. Team Tennis

10U, 12U, 14U and 18U Teams

Summer and Fall Leagues

Call or email 770 530-1304

walt@tennishallcounty.com 

 

For more information please call 770-530-1304, email walt@tennishallcounty.com or visit www.tennishallcounty.com.

 

Lessons  

Private: Specifically designed for you, your skills and goals.

Initial assessment on areas for improvement.

Cost: $55 per hour

Lesson Package: 6 lessons for the price of 5 ($275) paid in advance. Lessons to be completed within 8 weeks.

 

Semi Private: Classes are designed to work on specific skills you identify. Great way to build doubles skills and strategies or work on singles strategies.

Cost: $30 per person per hour (minimum 2 people)

Lesson Package: 4 Lessons for $100 per person, paid in advance, completed within 6 weeks.

 

Group: Excellent way to build doubles skills and strategies, work on stroke production and build team spirit.

Cost: $15 per person per hour

Lesson Package: 6 Lessons for $75 per person, paid in advance, minimum of 4 participants, completed within 8 weeks. 

 

Visit our Website, www.tennishallcounty.com

for updated information and activities. 

 

*Classes may be changed and /or canceled depending upon enrollment

 

Coach Walt Kilmartin

USPTA Certified Professional

And Certified GHSA Coach

770 530-1304

Email: walt@tennishallcounty.com

Website: tennishallcounty.com

 

 

Bark Parks
Hall County Parks and Leisure currently has two Bark Parks!  Laurel Bark Park and Mulberry Bark Park are open from sunrise to sunset and have designated areas to accommodate both large and small dogs.
  
Please make sure that your four-legged friend is current on their vaccinations and at least six months of age.  Dogs can only be off leash within the designated fenced areas.

 

Mulberry Bark Park is located
in Mulberry Creek Park (4491 JM Turk Road in Flowery Branch).  Laurel Bark Park is located in Laurel Park (3100 Old Cleveland Highway in Gainesville).

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