Putnam County Recreation SPRING/SUMMER 2020 by Brandon Park

PUTNAM COUNTY

RECREATION WWW.PUTNAMGAREC.COM

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL $ 10

START IN APRIL

FITNESS CENTER & GYM USE ONLY YOUTH ATHLETICS

INDEX

• SPRING SOCCER, 9 • BASEBALL, 10-11 • SOFTBALL, 12

• PICKLEBALL, 14 • ADULT ATHLETICS, 15 • FITNESS, 16-17

VOL.6 NO.1

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PER MONTH

OPEN GYM, 18 SPECIAL EVENTS, 21 FACILITY RENTAL, 22 SPONSORSHIP, 28-29

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706.923.2149 • www . putnamgeneral . com

101 LAKE OCONEE PARKWAY • EATONTON, GA 31024 SPRING/SUMMER 2020

STAFF DIRECTORY Scott Haley Recreation Director shaley@putnamcountyga.us

Debi Rogers Assistant Rec. Director drogers@putnamcountyga.us

Tiara Waller Maintenance Supervisor twaller@putnamcountyga.us

Heath McDonald Programs and Grounds Maintenance hmcdonald@putnamcountyga.us

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Ketius Lamar

Office Hours:

Swimming Pool Seasonal

Grounds Maintenance

Mon. – Thurs. 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday Closed Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Sunday Closed

400 Marion Street Eatonton, GA 31024 Ph. 706.485.8565

Lewis Ruff

Open for rentals and future activities

Gym Hours:

Subject to change Mon. – Thurs. 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday Closed Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Sunday Closed

Fitness Room: Mon. – Thurs. 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday Closed Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Sunday Closed

Adult Swim: Weekdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Open Swim: Weekdays 1:00 pm -6:00 pm Saturdays 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sundays 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Mondays Closed MAY-SEPTEMBER ONLY

Fee: Under 3 years of age – free with paid adult 4 years and up - $2.00 per visit Must pay fee if walk through pool gates.

Grounds Maintenance

Dixie Jenkins Program Coordinator Poole Recreation Center 140 Recreation Rd. Eatonton, GA 31024 Ph. 706.485-8565 recreation@putnamcountyga.us www.putnamcountyga.us/rec Jimmy Davis Park/Center 125 Hogan Blvd. Eatonton, GA 31024 Ph. 706.485.8565

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MISSION STATEMENT – In partnership with our citizens, Putnam County Recreation Department provides high quality, broad based facilities, programs and services creating a sense of community, enabling a safe and secure environment, and enhancing Putnam's quality of life. PURPOSE – : The purpose of the Putnam County Recreation Department is to provide recreational activity for all ages of Putnam County and the fun and enjoyment of our participants. Putnam County Recreation Department is made available to facilitate the participants learning fair play, sportsmanship, and the fundamentals for all of our programs. SPRING/SUMMER 2020

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HOW TO REGISTER FOR:

ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES

IN PERSON Poole Recreation Center 140 Recreation Drive Eatonton, GA 31024

ON-LINE www.putnamcountyga.us/rec

PHONE 706-485-8565

REFUND POLICIES Any activity or rental cancelled by the Recreation Department will be refunded in full. To request a refund, visit department in person with written explanation for refund or e-mail written explanation to recreation@putnamcountyga. us. – Class Refund Policy - Refunds requested two or more business days prior to activity start date will receive a full refund/credit. 50% of the activity fee will be refunded if requested before the second meeting of the program. After second meeting of the program, no refunds will be issued. – Athletic Leagues Policy - No refunds will be issued once the practice begins for individuals and/or teams except under special circumstances as approved by the department Director. – Facility Rental Policy – Refunds must be requested 14 days prior to date of rental; 7 – 13 days before the event, 50% of refund issued; less than 7 days no refund will be granted. Rain-out policy for outdoor activities will result in a credit to be used within a year of the rain out date. Credit may be used for future rental or any program offered by the department. 6

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GO OUT AND PLAY!

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YOUTH ATHLETICS:

UPCOMING PROGRAM REGISTRATION

SOCCER BASEBALL TEEN BASEBALL SOFTBALL 8

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SOCCER

SPRING SOCCER Age Groups: All co-ed teams: ��4-6 year old, 7-9 year old, 10-13 year old

Age Control Date: ��As of September 1 Registration Deadline: ��February 1st Fee: ��($55) Discount for each additional sibling

Games Begin: �� In March SPRING/SUMMER 2020

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BASEBALL

Age Groups: Co-Ed Leagues ($55): �� Wee-Ball – 3-4 year olds Tee-Ball – 5-6 year olds Leagues ($60): �� Coach Pitch – 7-8 year olds Kid Pitch – 9-10 year old Kid Pitch – 11-12 year olds

Age Control Date: �� As of April 30th Registration Deadline: �� February 29th Games Begin: ��In April 10

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TEEN

BASEBALL

Age Groups: ��13-14 years old Pony League ($60) Registration Deadine - May 2nd 15-17 years old Senior Ball ($60) Registration Deadline - May 23rd 19 years old and Under 19U Dixie Boys ($40) Registration Deadline - May 23rd

Age Control Date: �� As of April 30th Games Begin: �� May/June SPRING/SUMMER 2020

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SOFTBALL YOUTH

& TEEN

Age Groups: Co-Ed Leagues: ��Wee-Ball ($55) – 3-4 year olds Tee-Ball ($55) – 5-6 year olds Leagues: �� Coach Pitch ($60) – 7-9 year olds Fast Pitch ($60) – 10-12 year old Fast Pitch ($60) – 13-14 year olds Senior Ball ($60) – 15 – 17 year olds

Age Control Date: �� As of September 1st Registration Deadline: �� February 29th Games Begin: ��In April 12

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MASTER BARBER: GRADY JONES Tuesday 55 an over Ten Dollar Hair Cuts

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PICKLEBALL All Ages / All Levels of Skill

MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS 8:30 am Beginners Instructions 9:00 am - 11:00 am Open Pickleball Games BRING YOU EQUIPMENT OR USE OURS $2.00 per person / per visit or $10.00 per person for the calendar month (unlimited visits 1st - 30th of month) 14

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ADULT ATHLETICS ADULT SOFTBALL 18 years of age and older adult leagues: Church / Open / Modified Co-ed (at least 3 females)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 4TH Fee: $300 per team Games begin in the middle of May Church League: Games played on Tuesdays and Thursdays Men's Open: Games played on Mondays and Thursdays Modified Co-ed: Games played on Tuesdays SPRING/SUMMER 2020

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OKING O L E R A WE UCTORS R T S N I NEW ES! S S A L C AND

HEALTH & FITNESS PROGRAMS KARATE Tuesday 5:30 - 7 pm Instructor: Bobby Bailey Fee: $45.00 / month Ages: 4 years and up

PROUD SUPPORTER OF PUTNAM COUNTY YOUTH

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108 Oak St. Eatonton, GA • (706) 485-2811 SPRING/SUMMER 2020

FITNESS CENTER Hours of Operation Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday: Closed Saturday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Sunday: Closed *subject to change

Membership Cost: $10.00 per person per month for Fitness Center and Gym use only. OR $2.00 per visit per person. (1st - 30th of each month) SPRING/SUMMER 2020

Age Requirement: Must be 16 years of age or older to visit the Fitness Center. Twelve (12) to fifteen (15) year olds must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Youth under twelve (12) years are not allowed in Fitness Center. PUTNAM COUNTY RECREATION

OPEN GYM Days/Times: Check with office for schedule. Schedule to be posted monthly. Entry Fee: Middle School & Younger �� $1.00 High School & Older �� $2.00

Age Requirement: Must be twelve (12) years of age or older to visit the Open Gym.* Youth under twelve (12) years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.* *Unless have scheduled recreational activity or rental 18

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MORE THAN JUST SPORTS!

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STATE CHAMPS!

5 PUTNAM 13-14 DIXIE BOYS STATE CHAMPIONS

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CHURCH LEAGUE CO-ED 6 SUMMER LEAGUE CHAMIONS

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SPECIAL EVENTS EASTER FESTIVITY

APRIL 4TH | 10 AM - 12 PM

Enjoy Easter crafts, music, bounce houses and vendors. Take your picture with the Easter Bunny, and participate in an age-appropriate Easter Egg Hunt. There will be Prize Eggs for special prizes. FREE concessions will be available.

PICTURE DAY OPENING DAY BASEBALL/SOFTBALL | APRIL TBA Pictures will be scheduled this day. Some teams wil be playing their first game. Times to be announced.

ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD TUESDAY, APRIL 14TH | 6 PM

A baseball game for special needs kids in our community who are paired up with local high school students. Please come out and support. Pilot Club to assist and provide T-shirts and a cookout for the participants/parents, and "Buddies". Games begin at 6 pm. Hot dog supper at conclusion of games.

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COMMUNITY CENTERS / PARKS / POOL

RENTAL OF FACILITY WE DO OFFER NON-PROFIT RATES. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE NON-PROFIT RATE YOU MUST SUBMIT A 501C-3 CERTIFICATE AND HAVE IT APPROVED BY THE DIRECTOR. SITE

MEZZANINE AREA

MEETING ROOM ONLY

GYM

TENNIS COURTS

ATHLETIC FIELDS

PAVILION

POOL RECREATION CENTER

$45/HR +

$35/HR +

ASK FOR PRICING

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ASK FOR PRICING

$80/3 HR

SITE

LARGE ROOM

SMALL ROOM

OFFICE SPACE

ATHLETIC FIELDS

PAVILION

JIMMY DAVIS PARK

$250/ALL DAY

$150/5 HR

$125/5 HR

$50/2 HR

ASK FOR PRICING

$80/3 HR

SITE

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TENNIS COURTS

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PAVILION

WILLARD PARK @ WILLARD FIRE STATION

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SITE

1 TO 25 PEOPLE

26 TO 50 PEOPLE

51 TO 75 PEOPLE

76 TO 100 PEOPLE

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NOTE

MARION STREET SWIMMING POOL**

$90/2HR**

$135/2HR**

$180/2HR**

$225/2HR**

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(PEOPLE THROUGH THE GATE)

*Supervision – All functions (except outdoor pavilions) must have a department-employed representative to open and to close up at the conclusion of the event. In the event of any electrical, mechanical, or plumbing problems, it is in the best interest of the Recreation Department and the renter to have a representative on call to assist renter. A list of representatives is available on the kitchen wall. **Marion Street Swimming Pool - This is for Friday and Saturday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm only. Weather permitted. The fees are based on the total number of people through the gate. The pool holds a capacity of 100 people inside the gate. We have to provide two lifeguards for the first 25 people inside the gate; then one additional guard for each additional 25 people inside the gate.

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MONDAY - SATURDAY 11 AM TO 10 PM SUNDAY NOON TO 9 PM

NOW DELIVERING SPRING/SUMMER 2020

GENERAL

RENTAL GUIDELINES • Full payment, if any, is due at the time of booking. • Rental fees, including county personnel fee, should be made payable to Putnam County recreation Department (or PCRD). • All rentals and reservations must be made in person at the offices of the Putnam County Recreation Department. • Minimum age requirement for renting is 21 years. • State issued Driver’s License or Identification Card must be presented at time of rental. • There must be at least one adult chaperone for each 20 guests or individuals under age 18. • If using the swimming pool, there must be at least one (1) lifeguard for each twenty-five (25) guests or individuals. • Facility/grounds may only be used during times listed on your contract (this includes set-up and clean-up). • Facility/grounds may not be used for fund-raising, unless it is for a nonprofit organization or church group and has to be approved by the Recreation Director. • Facility/grounds may not be used by any group or organization having closed membership, which discriminates on the basis of race, sex, or national origin. • No alcohol use, smoking, loud music, fighting, weapons, or profanity allowed at any county facility/grounds. • No charge for admission allowed at any county facility/grounds unless approved by the Recreation Director. • Individual, group, or organization using county facilities/grounds agree to assume any and all liability for any injury or loss attributable to the use of the facilities/grounds and to hold harmless

Putnam County, its Board of Commissioners, employees, and agents for the same. • Insurance must be maintained on vehicles used for events on the grounds. • Caterers, DJs, Vendors, and Bounce House Companies must provide One Million Dollars worth of insurance for any event on county property. • Putnam County will not be responsible for articles left on premises. • Costs for damages must be reimbursed to Putnam County. • All events must end by 11:00 pm in all facilities/ grounds unless approved by Director. • Facilities/grounds must be left clean. • Full refunds for cancelled events can be issued only if the event is cancelled at least fourteen (14) days prior to the event. If notice is given thirteen to seven (13 to 7) days prior to the event, only 50% of the fee will be refunded. If notice is given six (6) days or less prior to the event, 0% of the fee will be refunded. If cancellations and requests for refunds are not received in writing, no refunds will be issued. • If events are cancelled due to weather, PCRD will offer you another day or a credit to be used within a year from the issue date.

PROUD TO SUPPORT THE

PUTNAM COUNTY REC DEPARTMENT

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WE ARE HIRING FOR SUMMER 2020

D R A U G E F LI CERTIFICATION PROVIDED

CONTACT DEBI ROGERS AT 706-485-8568 FOR MORE INFO 24

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THANK YOU SIGN SPONSORSHIPS • Camargo Sports

• Mellow Mushroom

• Dairy Queen of Monticello

• Mothers Against Crime

• Eatonton Elks Lodge #2549 • Oconee Coolmax • Georgia Butts BBQ

• Old Hudson Plantation

• Gregory Bridges

• Peach State Homes

• Daniel Design & Landscape • Piggly Wiggly • Lake Oconee Ace Hardware • Truthbomb T-Shirts • Pablo's Southwest Express

• Putnam Finance

• Zaxby’s of Eatonton

• Rossee Oil

• Lights of Oconee

• Hickory Hill Nursery & Landscape

• Kiwanis Club 28

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TO OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS

FIELD SPONSORSHIPS Dairy Queen of Eatonton McDonald's Harper Custom Construction, LLC

LOWER ATHLETIC FIELD SPONSORSHIPS Coca-Cola LAD Freight Lines Inc

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BE AWARE! THIS COULD HAPPEN

TO YOU!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The County of Putnam welcomes all citizens to complete service projects or gain volunteer hours within our facilities. Many different types of volunteer opportunities can be accommodated including Boy Scouts projects, corporate community service, school community service hours, etc. For more information on how to volunteer within our facilities and parks, contact the Putnam County Recreation Department at 706.485.8565 or at recreation@putnamcountyga.us

MAKING MEMORIES

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LET'S PLAY!

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