Clayton County Parks and Recreation

Events

A diverse offering of events and activities within our parks and facilities while enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Clayton County.

APRIL 2010

  • April 12, 2010

          REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR SUMMER CAMP - Available at the three Recreation Centers from 7:00am until 6:00pm June 7 - July 30 for a cost

          of $50 per week/per child.  Activities will include arts and crafts, basketball, swimming, games, and much more.  Lunch will be provided daily.

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  • April 13, 2010

          TEEN CLUB - The NEW Teen Club program is located at the Recreation Centers and offers extracurricular activities for students.  Cost is free.

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MAY 2010

  • May 26 - July 28, 2010 (Closing Date August 2nd)

          NRPA/AARP 10 WEEK WALKING PROGRAM - This program is designed to increase physical activity among participants ages 55 and older. 

          Registration will take place during Mayfest at Clayton County International Park "The Beach" on Friday, May 14th from 10:00am until 2:00pm.

          For additional information please contact the Senior Services Department at (770) 477-3499. 

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  • May 29, 2010

          OPENING WEEKEND AT THE BEACH - Clayton County International Park "The Beach" will open for this season on Saturday, May 29, 2010 from 10:00am

          until 7:00pm with a fireworks celebration beginning at dusk (around 9:00pm).  The cost to enter the Beach is $9 for children and $11 for adults.  There are no

          parking fees.  The Beach will be open on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2010 from 8:00am until 8:00pm and will cost $10 per person to enter the park. 

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JUNE 2010

  • June 7, 2010 (4 Weeks)

          CELEBRITY BOOTCAMP - Offered Monday, Wednesday, or Friday at Clayton County International Park, Tennis Complex.  Participants will choose

          two days a week and two time sessions.  Cost is $150 per person.  Bootcamp is taught by Reality TV Star, Cindy "Rodeo" Steedle.  Please call the

          Tennis Center to register:  (678) 479-5016. 

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JULY 2010

  •  July 1- July 31, 2010

         JULY IS PARK AND RECREATION MONTH - Clayton County Parks and Recreation will celebrate Park and Recreation Month by offering exciting
         events and programs for people of all ages. 

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  • July 4, 2010

         INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION - Located at Clayton County International Park "The Beach," Sunday, July 4, 2010 from 10:00am until 7:00pm.

         Cost is $10 per person. A fireworks display will complete the evening around 9:00pm.

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  • July 17, 2010

          COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAY - Located at the Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center. Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 10:00am until 5:00pm.  Cost is Free.

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  • July 24, 2010

          COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP DAY - Located at Independence Park in Jonesboro on Saturday, July 24th the Department will team up with the Clayton State

          School of Business Alumni Association for a beautification project between the hours of 8:00am and 12:00pm.

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  • July 24, 2010

          MOVIE UNDER THE STARS - Located at the Jim Huie Recreation Center. Saturday, July 24, 2010 at dusk. Cost is Free. The Movie is "Princess and the Frog."

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AUGUST 2010

  • August 7, 2010

          PRAISE IN THE PARK CONCERT and PRAISE 2 MILE WALK/RUN Presented by Commissioner Eldrin Bell -

          Located at International Park "The Beach."  Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 12:00pm until 8:00pm.  Parking is $5.00 per car. 

          Register for the 2 mile walk/run by clicking the link below or register the day of the event at the Nassau Building.  Walk begins at 8:00am.

          Praise in the Park Concert Information >>

          Praise 2 Mile Walk/Run Registration Form >>

  • August 14, 2010

          MOVIE UNDER THE STARS - Located at International Park. Saturday, August 14, 2010 at dusk.  Cost is Free. 

          The Movie is "Alvin and the Chipmunks "The Squeakquel."  Click here for more Information >>

 

SEPTEMBER 2010

  • September 18, 2010

           MOVIE UNDER THE STARS - Located at the Gerald Matthews Sports Complex.  Saturday, September 18, 2010 at dusk.  Cost is Free. 

           The Movie is "Tooth Fairy."  Click here for more Information >>

 

OCTOBER 2010

  • October 2, 2010

          FALL FESTIVAL and BBQ COMPETITION / LAKE SPIVEY ROAD RACE - In an effort to support the Kid's Outdoors Initiative, Representative Glenn Baker

          Clayton County Park and Recreation Department partners with various communities, organizations and businesses to hold a festival and barbeque

          competition each year. Proceeds from the competition goes towards scholarships for children to participate in outdoor activities. In an effort to support the Kids'

          Outdoor Initiative the Clayton County Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Lake Spivey Community, Inc., sponsors an annual 15K road race, 5K run/walk     

          The festival and barbeque competition / Lake Spivey Road Race is held at Clayton County International Park.

  • October 23, 2010

           MOVIE UNDER THE STARS - Located at International Park at "The Beach".  Saturday, October 23, 2010 at dusk.  Cost is Free. 

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NOVEMBER 2010


  • PRE-K MULTI-CULTURAL FESTIVAL - Cultural Parade, displays, crafts, Tai Chi and Tae Kwon Do demonstrations, food sampling.

DECEMBER 2010

  • FESTIVAL OF TREES AND LIGHTS - In 2003 the Festival of Trees and Lights made its debut at the Clayton County International Park in Jonesboro, Georgia, as a major fundraiser for the programs and services provided through the Rainbow House. Since that time, thousands of families and friends of all ages have eagerly awaited this fun-filled event to kick-off the holiday season. With beautifully decorated trees, children's play area, great shopping, food, entertainment, photos with Santa, and other special events, the Festival has become a tradition among the community.

  • YULE LOG CELEBRATION - Join us for this annual holiday festivity. More Information to Come.

 

  • December 11, 2010

          MOVIE UNDER THE STARS - Located at International Park "The Beach". Saturday, December 11, 2010 at dusk.  Cost if Free.

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  • HOLIDAY EXPLOSION ACTIVIDAYS - Arts and Crafts, Games, Swimming and Field Trips.
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