Brookhaven Spring Activity Guide 2023

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Baseball

Softball

Football

Cheer

Dance

Egg Hunts

Food Trucks & More!

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Brookhaven Parks and Recreation Department is to provide quality services and facilities that answer the needs of a diverse community and preserve the focus on partnerships, innovation and modernized leadership.

HOURS OF OPERATION

PHONE DIRECTORY

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

Main Line

FAX Line 404-637-0542 404-637-0535

Lynwood Community Center 404-637-0542

Memorial Day

Monday, May 29

Monday, June 19

Tuesday, July 4

Briarwood Recreation Center

City Hall Main Line 404-637-0510 404-637-0500

STAFF DIRECTORY

Karen Owens, Interim Parks Director

Greg Klima, Facilities Director

Alan Hadley, Operations Manager

Ayana Mayers, Aquatics/Athletic Supervisor

Cassandra Bryant, Recreation Leader

Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day

Monday, Sept. 4

Karen.Owens@BrookhavenGA.gov

Greg.Klima@BrookhavenGA.gov

William.Hadley@BrookhavenGA.gov

Ayana.Mayers@BrookhavenGA.gov

Cassandra.Bryant@BrookhavenGA.gov

HOW TO REGISTER FOR ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS & FACILITIES

ONLINE

FAX MAIL

www.BrookhavenGA.gov/parksrec 404-637-0535

3360 Osborne Road NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319

REFUND POLICIES

Any activity or rental cancelled by Parks and Recreation will be refunded in full. To request a refund, visit us in person or online at www.BrookhavenGA.gov/parksrec

Class Refund Policy

Refunds requested two or more business days prior to activity start date will receive a full refund/credit. 50 percent of the activity fee will be refunded if requested before the second meeting of the program. No refund/credit after second meeting.

Athletic Leagues Policy

No refunds will be issued for teams except under special circumstances as approved by the manager/department head.

Facility Rental Policy

Refunds must be requested 10 days prior to date of rental, after which no refunds will be granted. The damage deposit (refundable) and the rental payment must both be paid in full at the time of booking. The damage deposit will be refunded via check after the rental period pending condition of the facility.

Parks & Recreation Spring 2023 Activity Guide

For UP-TO-DATE PARKS & RECREATION information related to pool closures, leagues, events, facilities and activities, call 470-704-4774 or download the RainOutLine.com App, search for Brookhaven Parks and Recreation, highlight the star to add to favorites, and highlight the bell for notifications.

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FACILITY RENTAL INFORMATION

ATHLETIC FIELD RENTAL RATES

Adult Baseball/Softball Fields: Blackburn Park

R-$40/HR

NR- $80/HR

Field Preparation- $25/field

Tournament Rentals- $225/field per day Staff for tournament rentals: $25/hour

Lights- $25/hour per field

Youth Baseball/Softball Fields: (Murphey

Candler Park)

R-$25/HR

NR- $50/HR

Field Preparation- $50

Multi-Purpose Fields: Blackburn Park, Lynwood Park

R-$40/HR

NR- $80/HR

Gyms (Briarwood/Lynwood Parks):

R-$60/HR

NR-$120/HR

PAVILION RENTAL RATES

Blackburn Park (1)- R-$40/HR, NR-$80/HR

Murphey Candler Park (7) - R-$25/HR, NR-$50/HR

Lynwood Park (2) - R-$25/HR, NR-$50/HR

Skyland (1) - R-$40/HR, NR-$80/HR

Ashford Park (1)- R-$40/HR, NR-$80/HR

ACTIVITY BUILDING RENTAL RATES

Ashford Park Activity Building:

R-$50/HR

NR-$100/HR

BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES (Lynwood and Briarwood Community Centers)

CLASSROOM/COMMUNITY ROOM RENTAL RATES

Lynwood Park Community Center Community Room-R-$35/HR, NR-$70/HR

Hawks Room - Room ONLY R-$25/HR, NR-$50/HR // Room + AV/Game Package R-$75/HR, NR-$150/HR

Briarwood Community Center

Classrooms - R-$25/HR, NR-$50/HR

TENNIS COURTS (Except Blackburn Tennis Center)

R-$7/HR, NR- $10/HR (Per Court)

All rentals are subject to the following refundable deposits:

Athletic Fields/Gyms-$100

Activity Buildings-$100

Pavilions-$50

Classrooms/Community Rooms-$100

Hawks Room AV Package-$200

R = Resident

NR = Non-Resident

OPEN GYM INFORMATION

Brookhaven Parks and Recreation

Open Gym Rules

• ZERO TOLERANCE: Unsportsmanlike conduct, verbal or physical abuse directed towards park staff, officials, spectators, or other patrons will not be tolerated.

• No smoking, alcohol, or drugs allowed anywhere inside the facility.

• Gym users are required to sign in at each visit.

• No sandals, open-toed, or open-backed shoes permitted during play.

• Water only is permitted, provided it is in a sealable non-glass container. No food is allowed in the gym.

• Please keep track of your belongings. The Recreation staff is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

• NO HANGING ON THE RIM. This will result in a 24-hour suspension.

• The Recreation Department reserves the right to refuse service to any member who violates any rule or regulation, or engages in any verbal and/or physical abuse of staff or other patrons.

• Those who participate in recreation programs and activities do so at their own risk. BPRD is not responsible for any injury that may occur to individuals participating in any physical activity. Medical clearance before participating in physical activity is recommended.

Gym Schedule

To check on open gym hours and availability, please visit www.BrookhavenGA.gov > Parks and Recreation > Activities and Programs > Open Gym

Open Gym Passes

Gym users have the option to purchase a pass that will allow easier access during open gym hours. Fees are listed in the table below. There is a discounted rate for Brookhaven residents for 30-day and 6-month pass options. Passes are available in the office at both Lynwood and Briarwood Community Centers.

Open Gym is FREE for ages 12 and under. Must be accompanied by an adult.

YOUTH ATHLETICS

SPRING BASEBALL & SOFTBALL LEAGUES

Registration for Spring recreational baseball and softball is held at Murphey Candler Park. For fees, registration dates and ages offered, please visit the specific youth association websites listed below

YOUTH BASEBALL

Spring season is the primary season for Murphey Candler Baseball. Each spring Murphey Candler provides a great experience for approximately 1,000 youngsters across nine leagues, based on age. Spring season begins in February and lasts through the end of May. Our seven baseball diamonds will host games each weeknight at 5:30 for the younger players, and either 5:30 or 7:30 for the older players. Games will also be played throughout the day on Saturdays. In addition to the regular leagues, Murphey Candler also sponsors a team in the North Atlanta Challenger League, for children with special needs, as well as our own Frontier League program. League age for baseball is based on each player’s age as of April 30, 2023. Leagues are formed for players of league ages 4 through 12.

www.murpheycandler.org

Player requests: Teams are put together via a draft for all leagues except Rookie, Southern, Challenger and Frontier. Due to the draft, requests are only applicable to new players in Rookie and Southern and can be made at the time of registration. Requests are not guaranteed and are not accepted for returning players or players in our draft leagues. For questions or concerns regarding requests, please email our registrar at mcbregistrar@gmail.com.

YOUTH SOFTBALL

Please check the league website for Spring Registration information for girls, ages 5-18. Location: Murphey Candler Park Softball Fields

For more information, visit www.mcgsa.com. To learn more, you may also contact Ayana Mayers at 404-637-0514 or Ayana.Mayers@BrookhavenGA.gov.

YOUTH SOCCER

Concorde Fire offers youth soccer leagues for all ages and skill levels.

Youth soccer camps and academies are also available for beginners to advanced athletes. Visit www.ConcordeFire.com for more information regarding upcoming soccer leagues, camps,and academies.

YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER

ACYA Tackle Football 2023 (Colt D1 & Intraleague)

ACYA offers recreational flag football leagues, recreational intra-league football, Division 1 Travel Football and cheerleading. Please visit www.atlantacolts.com for more information.

Atlanta Colts Youth Association offers two different tackle football experiences for kids. Our Colt D1 Program is one of the oldest and most successful youth tackle football programs in Georgia. Having been established in 1965, it has a rich history of success including multiple national championship teams and has seen several players go on to play in college and the NFL.

The Colts play across NW Georgia and this program is for 8-11-year-olds looking for a more competitive brand of football. Our Intraleague tackle football program has an equally successful history and had a record number of participants across grades 1st through 7th in 2022 and this program is designed to allow athletes the opportunity to master the fundamentals and play competitive tackle football. The Intraleague program plays other ACYA teams at Murphey Candler park. Following are further details on each program.

Atlanta Colt Travel Football - Early registration discount of $50 available until May 1.

Competitive tackle football for 8- to 11-year-olds. Formation of teams is contingent upon total number of tackle football registrations.

• Players who wish to be considered for our Colt D1 Travel program should choose this program at registration and grade level that matches your child. All players who select this program will be contacted by the ACYA Colt Travel Director with instructions and information for tryouts.

• Teams are selected out of players interested in playing travel football, and by the coaches assessment of how competitive the team may be in the NWGYFL.

• The ACYA Board of Directors reserves the right to require that certain players move between leagues for safety purposes. Such players will be given the option of a full refund if they then choose not to participate.

• 4th-7th grade travel teams practice three days per week for two hours each day, and have games on Saturdays. (4-session-per-week commitment)

• Games are played on Saturday at Murphey Candler or other Metro Atlanta parks, mainly around East and Northeast Georgia area.

• ACYA supplies game jerseys, game pants without pads, shoulder pads and a helmet.

• Team dues average $100-$150 per player.

• Contact the Atlanta Colts Travel Director - Kristian Rosser at Kristian@atlantacolts.com for additional information.

• All players considering travel football MUST attend travel tryouts May 17-19.

YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER

Intraleague Tackle Football - Early registration discount of $50 available until May 1

Intraleague tackle football is for players from 1st to 7th grades interested in playing tackle football with other teams within Atlanta Colts/Murphey Candler Park. Teams are selected by coach draft of registered players interested in playing intraleague football. Evaluations are MANDATORY to be eligible for the draft. If unable to attend, please notify the league director ASAP to discuss options. The ACYA Board of Directors reserves the right to require that certain players move between leagues or divisions for safety purposes. Such players will be given the option of a full refund if they then choose not to participate.

• 4th-7th grade teams have a 3-event per week commitment.

• 1st-3rd grade teams have a 2-event per week commitment.

• Games are played on weeknights at Murphey Candler park.

• ACYA supplies game jerseys, shoulder pads and a helmet.

• Team dues average $50-$60 per player.

• Contact Atlanta Colts Intraleague Director Andrew Lorimer at alorimer@atlantacolts.com for additional information.

• All players interested in coming out for intraleague teams MUST attend evaluations: 8/2-8/4 helmet only, 8/7-8/9 full pads

All teams and squads will require additional team dues at the discretion of the coaches and team parent. Unfortunately, in order to ensure balanced and competitive teams, we cannot always accommodate requests to have players placed on the same team as friends/neighbors/relatives for Tackle Football. While our goal is to have individual grade-level divisions, we reserve the right to merge grade divisions due to insufficient enrollment.

More information on our programs is available at www.atlantacolts.com. All players interested in trying out for Colt Travel Teams MUST attend tryouts. Dates: May 15-17.

ACYA Cheer 2023

Visit atlantacolts.com for registration and more information about ACYA Cheer. The registration session will allow you to complete contact information, sign up for participation, and submit payment. Please read through each page carefully to ensure that all information is provided accurately. To complete registration through our secure site, please have your credit card information available. Following the completion of this registration, you will see a charge on your account from Atlanta Colts.

• Registration fees for Flag Cheerleading are $150 with an optional $50 uniform fee.

• A late fee of $25 will be applied to registrations after Aug. 1.

• Registration fees for IL Cheerleading are $260 plus a $60 uniform fee. Early registration discount of $50 until May 1. A late fee of $50 will apply after July 5.

• Registration is open now and closes Aug. 10 for flag and IL.

• No discount June 1-July 4.

• Competition Cheer is $260 for current grades 3rd-7th. Early registration discount of $50 until April 1. Registration closes May 1.

• All cheerleaders must attend a uniform fitting. Important Cheer dates for 2023:

• Colt Tryout 4/24 & 4/26 6-8 p.m.; final tryout 4/30, 1-3 p.m. (you must be registered to try out)

• Spring Camp 4/23, 1-4 p.m., ages preK-2nd Tryouts will consist of learning a cheer and a dance to be performed on Sunday. Location at Colt Field.

UP 4 TENNIS SPRING BREAK CAMP

Up4Tennis will be holding a spring break camp April 3-7 out of Lynwood Park with halfand full-day options. Open to children ages 4-12 years old of all abilities. Camp is filled with fun, a chance to meet new friends, and an opportunity to learn! Campers will experience basket drills, hitting drills, demonstrations and match play to further develop your child’s game. Register at www.up4tennis.com/spring-break-camp/

Full day fee: $80 per day

Half day fee: $45 per day

Call 404-617-1305, email up4tennisinfo@gmail.com, or visit www.up4tennis.com for more information.

BLACKBURN TENNIS CENTER

UNIVERSAL TENNIS ACADEMY www.utatennis.com/blackburn

UTA supports all league play for youth and adult tennis programs, as well as casual play from beginners to advance players. UTA offers 18 lighted hard courts, a staff of highly trained tennis professionals, a fully stocked Pro Shop with Nike Apparel and Shoes, 48-hour stringing service and a variety of tennis accessories. Blackburn is host to many of Atlanta League Championships.

JUNIORS

UTA also offers afternoon drills for children of all ages and abilities throughout the school year. For a free class trial in our afternoon tennis program, contact Patti O’Reilly at pattioreilly@utatennis.com. Since our classes run all year round, you may join at any time.

ADULTS

We offer numerous adult programs for beginners/intermediate/advance players. Contact Blackburn front desk at 770-451-5226 to register.

ADULT ATHLETIC LEAGUES

SUMMER MEN’S SOFTBALL

Team fee: $575/team

Leagues: Men’s Open

Days: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs

Registration begins: April 24

Coaches meeting: June 7, 6:30 p.m.

League play begins: June 12

SUMMER COED SOFTBALL

Team fee: $575/team

Leagues: Coed D and Coed B

Days: Tues and Thurs

Registration begins: April 24

Coaches meeting: June 7, 6:30 p.m.

League play begins: June 12

Adult League General Information:

All adult leagues registration must be completed at Lynwood Community Center or online at www. BrookhavenGA.gov. Registration is open until leagues reach capacity or listed deadline. All organizational meetings will take place at Lynwood Park Community Center. For more information about the Adult Athletic leagues, contact Ayana Mayers at 404-637-0514 or Ayana.Mayers@BrookhavenGA.gov.

SOCIAL CO-ED ADULT KICKBALL AND SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES

in partnership with LiveLifeFun, Atlanta’s GO Kickball & LLF Sports Leagues

Kickball League Information

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in Brookhaven

League Fees**:

Early Bird Registration: $63/player

Regular Registration: $69/player

Final Week Registration: $72/player

**Includes cost for the entire season, standard team t-shirt, all game equipment, and referees/field supervisors. Fees do not include $3.95 transaction fee**

Registration for Summer 2023: To register, visit GoKickball.com/Atlanta

GO Kickball seasons consist of 6 weeks of regular season games with an additional 7th week of playoff/consolation games. We build weather contingencies into each season.

Sand Volleyball League Information

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at Skyland Park

League Fees**:

Early Bird Registration: $63/player

Regular Registration: $69/player

Final Week Registration: $72/player

**Includes cost for the entire season, standard team t-shirt, all game equipment, and referees/field supervisors. Fees do not include $3.95 transaction fee**

Registration for Summer 2023: To register, visit GoKickball.com/Atlanta

LiveLifeFun Sports (part of GO Kickball, LLC) seasons consist of 6 weeks of regular season games with an additional 7th week of playoff/ consolation games. We build weather contingencies into each season.

DANCE CLASSES

Creative Movement and Dance, based in Atlanta, was founded over 38 years ago. Their professional instructors offer studio quality instruction, conveniently at our parks. We are proud to have them partner with the City of Brookhaven to bring their expertise to our community!

For more information or to register, call 678-482-2264, email info@CreativeMovementAndDance.com, or visit www.CreativeMovementAndDance.com.

CHESS

The Knight School Varsity Chess Team is an advanced chess and pizza party! This class is for kids who know how to play chess and want to hone their skills while making new friends. Laughter, thoughtful games, and compelling teaching approaches make this evening class the week’s highlight for the kids who make up an advanced component of The Knight School’s network of school chess teams. Our curriculum is awesomely effective and the kids get devastatingly good at chess; there will be chess puzzlers for prizes, tactics to learn for new colorful wristbands, tournaments where you compete for each other’s prizes...all with an exciting, energized spirit! Wednesdays at the Ashford Park Building from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sessions will run from Aug. 18-May 18. Ages 6-13, $90 monthly.

Contact Coach Davis at Davis@theknightschool.com, or call or text at 404-549- 5585. Enroll at www.theknightschool.com.

ADULT FITNESS

Senior Stretch

PRICE: $5 for drop-ins. FREE for SilverSneakers members.

DAYS: Mondays and Thursdays

TIME: 1-2 p.m.

LOCATION: Briarwood Community Center

DETAILS: Senior stretch is a class that provides flexibility and increased range of motion for the entire body. The instructor will focus on all major muscle groups with a variety of different types of stretch techniques. The goal is for your body to feel better, prevent injury, and increase range of motion. Fall class begins Aug. 9.

Any individual/group/organization interested in volunteering at City of Brookhaven parks, recreation centers, or for our numerous programs or specials events, contact our main Lynwood Park office at 404-637-0542. Staff can assist in getting you in contact with the individual relating to your specific request.

Park Conservancy/Friends Group Contacts

For those wishing to become involved in one of the numerous park conservancies or friends groups, see the list below. Several City of Brookhaven parks have garnered support from local volunteers with interest in supporting, advocating, and improving local parks.

Trail Rules

• The trail is open to all non-motorized users. Motorized wheelchairs are permitted.

• The trail is closed from dusk to dawn.

• Trail users must stay on trail. No trespassing on private property.

• Alcoholic beverages, drugs, and unlicensed firearms are not allowed on trail.

• Vandalism and theft of trail amenities will result in prosecution.

• Reckless behavior that endangers other trail users is prohibited.

• No camping along trail.

Trail Etiquette

• Yield to pedestrians.

Eagle Scout Projects

Are you a current Scout planning or seeking a potential project to earn your upcoming Eagle Scout badge? Brookhaven Parks and Recreation has partnered with numerous Scouts to complete projects. Please contact Director Brian Borden with inquiries at Karen.Owens@ BrookhavenGA.gov.

Parks/Wildlife Conservation

Fishing from the Murphey Candler Park shoreline and dock is fun for all ages to enjoy. The lake is habitat to a variety of fish, including largemouth bass, bream and catfish. Only manually powered watercraft are allowed on the lake.

All bodies of water within City of Brookhaven parks follow current Georgia Department of Natural Resources fishing regulations.

Please be kind and use the monofilament line recycling posts within the park to dispose of waste. It is very hazardous to waterfowl and other wildlife within parks.

Park Memorial Program

Interested in donating a park bench or specimen tree in honor of someone you know? You will be asked to complete our memorial program application prior to coordinating with parks and recreation staff. Please contact Director Brian Borden with inquiries at Karen.Owens@ BrookhavenGA.gov

○ Pedestrians always have the right-of-way.

• Keep right; pass on the left

○ The trail is like a roadway.

• Announce yourself; for example, “On your left!”

○ Warn trail users as you approach from behind.

• If you stop, get off the trail

○ Always allow other trail users to pass on the left.

• Report problems at 404-637-0500 or ParksAndRec@ BrookhavenGA.gov.

○ Obey all signs and rules.

○ Stop at intersections.

○ Travel at safe speeds.

○ Keep right.

○ Keep the trail clean.

○ Don’t use the trail at night.

○ Keep animals under control

○ Keep pets on a short leash.

○ Walk pets on right shoulder.

○ Clean animal waste.

Many people enjoy feeding waterfowl, but the effects of this seemingly generous act can be harmful. If you care about waterfowl, please stop feeding them . . . allow them to return to their natural habitats.

Support federal, state and private organizations and their efforts to conserve waterfowl and their natural habits.

Parks

Pavilion

* Indicates rentals are available

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